St. Johns Riverkeeper (SJRK) celebrates its annual Volunteer Award winners each year at our Holiday Mingle event in December. We would like to introduce our honorees and commend their contributions to SJRK and our river! Volunteer of the Year: Pete Miller Pete is what...
St. Johns RIVERKEEPER (SJRK) is the voice for the St. Johns River. As the only nonprofit organization solely dedicated to protecting the St. Johns, we work tirelessly to ensure we are prioritizing initiatives that will most benefit the river and the communities that...
St. Johns Riverkeeper is hiring a new Education Specialist! If you are passionate about the St. Johns River, science education, leading the next generation, and giving students the tools they need to be better stewards of the environment, this might be your dream job!...
St. Johns Riverkeeper is hiring a new Education Director! If you are passionate about the St. Johns River, science education, leading the next generation, and giving students the tools they need to be better stewards of the environment, this might be your dream job!...
A Hike, a Swim, and a Paddle: Ravine Gardens and Salt Springs Written by Ashleigh Boice, Education Director Even though they’re in different counties, Ravine Gardens State Park and Salt Springs Recreation Area are only about 30 minutes away from each other. Because of...
One of the most beautiful places to visit during the summer is Silver Springs State Park, home of the iconic first-magnitude spring and the “World Famous Glass Bottom Boats.” Silver Springs, a group of at least 30 spring vents, forms the headwaters of the Silver...
By Jamie De Nisco, St. Johns Riverkeeper Education Specialist This summer, get a chance to discover Florida State Parks for free with the Real Florida Reader Day pass. To check out your free day pass, visit your local library and use your library card to redeem it....
By Ashleigh Boice, St. Johns Riverkeeper Education Director The St. Johns River abounds with opportunities for fun and adventure for kids. There are 310 miles of possibilities with springs, museums, hikes, boat trips, and everything in between. One of my favorite...