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October 2021
Education Go Take a Hike
Join a St. Johns Riverkeeper Educator the first Wednesday of the month along the banks of the St. Johns River or a tributary. In October, St. Johns Riverkeeper has partnered with Duval Audubon Society to discuss how Jacksonville plays a vital role in the migratory patterns of birds. Don't forget to bring your binoculars! Hands-on activities are available and materials will be distributed per family. Registration is required as space is limited For more information and to Register
Find out more »Cowford Redfish Tourney
The Cowford is a tournament to highlight the pristine Spartina estuaries of the Lower St. Johns River, now increasingly threatened by needless industrial expansion, sedimentation, over-development along the river's banks and excess nutrient loading from a multitude of sources upstream. The Cowford benefits our mission to sustain healthy water ecosystems for future generations. We hope that by participating in the Cowford, you too will develop a relationship to the estuaries of the Lower St. Johns and, regardless of origin, help to…
Find out more »Rising Tides: McCoy’s Creek Cleanup
Join Rising Tides young professionals for our monthly cleanup on McCoys Creek! As always, all of our cleanups are RAIN or SHINE! What to Bring: Reusable Water Bottle Hat & Sunglasses You must wear closed toe shoes Rain boots, work boots, or waders are extremely helpful! Optional: Heavy duty gloves (if desired) Cleanup gloves and bags will be provided by City of Jacksonville and Keep Jacksonville Beautiful. If you have any questions, please contact Rebecca Vecera at rebecca@stjohnsriverkeeper.org or (904)…
Find out more »Education EcoTour
Join a St. Johns Riverkeeper Educator the third Wednesday of the month on board the St. Johns River Water Taxi! Thanks to the generous donation of Subaru of Jacksonville, St. Johns Riverkeeper is able to offer (2) 50 minute educational boat trips each month at a reduced rate. Registration is required as space is limited. For more information and to Register
Find out more »Girl Scouts: EcoTour
Are you a Girl Scout looking to learn about the St. Johns River while on the water? We have partnered with the Water Taxi to offer a 50-minute boat trip. Activate your inner RIVER EXPLORER and study the importance of salinity on the health of the ecosystem. Discuss salt water intrusion and how humans can positively and negatively impact the River. Space is limited, there is a cost to this program. A second trip will become available if there is…
Find out more »Moncrief Creek Cleanup with White Harvest Farms
A River is only as healthy as its tributaries. Join us in the cleanup and restoration of one of the historic tributaries of the St. Johns River. Buckets, grabbers, disposable gloves, and bags will be provided. Trash collected will be hauled away. Attendees are encouraged to wear a mask, closed toe shoes, rain boots and bring waders, if you have them. Feel free to bring your own heavy-duty gloves, reusable water bottles, and snacks. REGISTER
Find out more »November 2021
Girl Scouts: Get Your Feet Wet
Become a RIVER SCIENTIST. Head outside for a PADDLE on Pottsburg Creek. Scouts will learn what watershed is, the importance of tributary health in regards to land development, and test the Creek’s turbidity. Discuss river issues and how humans can positively and negatively impact the health of the ecosystem. All Wet Sports is available to outfit your on-the-water experience. *Direction of this paddle will be dependent on current and weather conditions For more information and to Register
Find out more »Oyster Roast
Save the date for St. Johns RIVERKEEPER's annual Oyster Roast! Mark your calendar now and plan to join us Friday, November 19 at 7 p.m. at the Garden Club of Jacksonville. Details and registration coming soon!
Find out more »Rising Tides: McCoy’s Creek Cleanup
Join our Rising Tides young professionals for our KAYAKING monthly cleanup on McCoys Creek! As always all of our cleanups are RAIN or SHINE! What to Bring: Reusable Water Bottle Hat & Sunglasses You must wear closed toe shoes (rain boots, work boots, or waders are extremely helpful) Heavy duty gloves (if desired) Cleanup gloves and bags will be provided. If you have any questions, please contact Rising Tides Cleanup Chair Alicia Smith at alicia818@hotmail.com or (904) 563-5160.
Find out more »December 2021
Rising Tides: McCoy’s Creek Cleanup
Join our Rising Tides young professionals for our KAYAKING monthly cleanup on McCoys Creek! As always all of our cleanups are RAIN or SHINE! What to Bring: Reusable Water Bottle Hat & Sunglasses You must wear closed toe shoes (rain boots, work boots, or waders are extremely helpful) Heavy duty gloves (if desired) Cleanup gloves and bags will be provided. If you have any questions, please contact Rising Tides Cleanup Chair Alicia Smith at alicia818@hotmail.com or (904) 563-5160.
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