Join us as we explore further up the watershed at Wetland Preserve in Palatka! We will be led by Wetland Preserve educators on a guided, open-air vehicle (aka, buggy!) tour of their conservation lands as we learn about the key role these forests and swamps play in improving our water quality. Following the tour participants […]
Join St. Johns Riverkeeper and Eartha's Farm and Market during Earth Day weekend for an educational cleanup on Moncrief Creek. All ages welcome! Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring reusable water bottles, sunscreen and bug spray. Closed-toe shoes are encouraged. All other cleanup materials will be provided. This cleanup will be a […]
Explore History on Our River! April 27-28, 2024 Palatka's riverfront comes alive with faces from the past as we follow the footsteps of artist and naturalist William Bartram, whose writings chronicle a journey through the unspoiled nature of 1774 Florida. With living history interpreters from all walks of life, children's activities, and tours by bike, […]
Lit Chat with Jeff Goodell Presented by the Jacksonville Public Library in partnership with St. Johns Riverkeeper and the Jacksonville Climate Coalition Saturday, May 18 at 2 p.m. | Downtown Main Library (303 N Laura St.) Join St. Johns Riverkeeper and Jacksonville Climate Coalition in partnership with the Jacksonville Public Library for a Lit Chat […]
Summer Splash at Lonnie Miller Park | Saturday, June 29 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Lonnie Miller Park (Jacksonville) Kick off summer with St. Johns Riverkeeper! Explore this destination park and interact with nonprofit organizations from around our community. All ages are welcome! There will be activities and educational opportunities for kids, as […]
River Oaks Park Education and Service Outing | Saturday, August 24, 2024 from 9-11 a.m. at River Oaks Park This is a recreational, educational, and service outing for individuals who value neighborhood greenspaces and the St Johns River. The event will showcase the River Oaks Park in San Marco, its lush plant life, Craig Creek, […]
World Rivers Day Cleanup with MOSH | Sunday, September 29 | 10 a.m. - Noon | Museum of Science and History (MOSH) Join St. Johns Riverkeeper and MOSH as we celebrate World Rivers Day! Participate in a cleanup along the Southbank Riverwalk, take part in some river exploration games, and learn more about our beautiful […]
Holiday Mingle & 25th Birthday Party | Wednesday, December 11, 2024 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Jacksonville University's Marine Science Research Institute (MSRI) You’re invited to St. Johns Riverkeeper’s annual Holiday Mingle! It will be an evening of celebrating our members and volunteers as Jimmy Orth, executive director, and Lisa Rinaman, your St. Johns Riverkeeper, share […]
Life Lab: Right Plant, Right Place | Saturday, January 18 from 3-4 p.m. | Jacksonville Public Library, Maxville Branch (8375 Maxville Blvd) Interested in creating a more river-friendly yard this spring, but not sure where to start? Join us for the first event in our River-Friendly Yards series with the Jacksonville Public Library: Right Plant, […]
Life Lab: Water Conservation and Your Garden | Saturday, February 15 from 3-4 p.m. | Jacksonville Public Library, Maxville Branch (8375 Maxville Blvd) Interested in creating a more river-friendly yard this spring, but not sure where to start? Join us for the second event in our River-Friendly Yards series with the Jacksonville Public Library: Water […]
4th Annual Source to Sea Celebration | Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 4-7 p.m. at Azalea City Brewing Company Join us at Azalea City Brewing in Palatka, FL for an opportunity to meet fellow paddlers and river lovers, including the dedicated individuals who have completed the St. Johns River Source to Sea journey. We will […]
Life Lab: Lawn-Free and River-Friendly | Saturday, March 15 from 3-4 p.m. | Jacksonville Public Library, Maxville Branch (8375 Maxville Blvd) Interested in creating a more river-friendly yard this spring, but not sure where to start? Join us for the third event in our River-Friendly Yards series with the Jacksonville Public Library: Lawn-Free and River-Friendly. […]