CCA Florida is teaming up with St. Johns RIVERKEEPER and the Marine Science Research Institute at Jacksonville University to launch a Vertical Oyster Garden (VOG) program in the Jacksonville area. Vertical Oyster Gardens consist of recycled oyster shells that are strung together to create habitat for new oysters along with many other species of marine […]
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 […]
Volunteer Training & Social | Friday, October 4, 2024 | 6-8 p.m. | Jacksonville University's Marine Science Research Institute (MSRI) New recruits and veteran volunteers alike are invited to refresh their skills and knowledge at this official volunteer training. Afterward volunteers can mix and mingle on MSRI's observation deck - light refreshments will be provided. […]
Moncrief Creek Cleanup with Eartha's Farm | Saturday, October 5, 2024 from 9-11 a.m. at Eartha's Farm and Market (5232 Moncrief Rd.) Join us for our quarterly cleanup around Moncrief Creek at Eartha's Farm & Market! This is part of an ongoing effort to improve and maintain this important community resource connecting locals to fresh […]
Join St. Johns Riverkeeper for our monthly day of service at the lovely Riverview Park on the Trout River. As Riverview Park's Official Park Stewards, this is part of an ongoing effort to improve and maintain this important community resource connecting locals to our river on Jacksonville's northside. Volunteers can expect to collect litter, clear […]
Join Rising Tides young professionals for our monthly cleanup on McCoys Creek! As always, all of our cleanups are RAIN or SHINE! This month we’re cleaning up 2842 Edison Ave from 10 a.m. - noon. All ages are welcome! What to Bring: FULL Reusable Water Bottle Hat, Sunglasses, Sunscreen Closed toe shoes (required) Rain boots, work boots, […]
The 17th annual Lower St. Johns River Report (LSJRR) was released on Monday, October 14. This report, created by scientists and researchers from Jacksonville University, the University of North Florida, and Penn State Berks, evaluates the health of the Lower Basin by assessing the status and trends of various health indicators related to Aquatic Life, […]
Ghosts of the Ortega: Twilight Tales on the River | Thursday, October 24 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Departing from Lakeshore Marine Center Hop aboard the St. Johns River Taxi - if you dare - with St. Johns Riverkeeper as we cruise the Ortega River while we listen to spooky tales, legends, and lore shared by […]
Riverview Park Service Day | Saturday, November 2 | 9 a.m. - Noon | Riverview Park (9620 East Water Street) Join St. Johns Riverkeeper for our monthly day of service at the lovely Riverview Park on the Trout River. As Riverview Park's Official Park Stewards, this is part of an ongoing effort to improve and […]
Friday, November 22, 2024 | 7 p.m. | Garden Club of Jacksonville This year, St. Johns RIVERKEEPER is celebrating the St. Johns River at our 23rd annual Oyster Roast! Join us Friday, November 22 at 7 p.m. at the Garden Club of Jacksonville. You don’t want to miss our most impactful fundraiser of the year! Live […]
2024 SAVe Our River’s Grasses Expedition Report Release | Wednesday, December 4 at 5:30 p.m. | Azalea City Brewing (Palatka) Join us at Azalea City Brewing in downtown Palatka for an Expedition Report Release event. We’ll share our 2024 SAVe Our River’s Grasses Expedition Report, answer your questions and express our gratitude to all of […]
Riverview Park Service Day | Saturday, December 7 | 9 a.m. - Noon | Riverview Park (9620 East Water Street) Join St. Johns Riverkeeper for our monthly day of service at the lovely Riverview Park on the Trout River. As Riverview Park's Official Park Stewards, this is part of an ongoing effort to improve and […]