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SUMMARY:Virtual Working “For the River” Lunch
DESCRIPTION: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\, Contaminants\, Fisheries\, and Water Quality. Read St. Johns Riverkeeper’s synopsis of the report here. \nJoin us for a Working “For the River” Lunch Webinar as we further dig into the findings of the LSJRR and to roll up our sleeves to tackle these threats to restore the river we love\, together. \nRegister\nRSVP here in advance to receive the Zoom link to join the call.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/virtual-working-for-the-river-lunch/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Soraya Aidinejad":MAILTO:soraya@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T193000
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SUMMARY:Ghosts of the Ortega: Twilight Tales on the River
DESCRIPTION:Ghosts of the Ortega: Twilight Tales on the River | Thursday\, October 24 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Departing from Lakeshore Marine Center\nHop 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 local author Bill Delaney. \nRegister\nRegister here to join us – space is limited. \nPrice: $20 for members of St. Johns Riverkeeper; $25 for non-members. \nIf you are not already\, you can become a member of St. Johns Riverkeeper today for as little as $30! Your gift will immediately go to work to support our mission to defend the St. Johns River and advocate for its protection.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2024-10-ghosts-of-the-ortega-twilight-tales-on-the-river/
LOCATION:lakeshore marine center\, 3326 Lake Shore Blvd\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T173256Z
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SUMMARY:Riverview Park Service Day
DESCRIPTION:Riverview Park Service Day | Saturday\, November 2 | 9 a.m. – Noon | Riverview Park (9620 East Water Street)\nJoin 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. \nVolunteers can expect to collect litter\, clear trails\, catalog and/or remove invasive plants\, and more as needed! Cleanup bags\, gloves and grabbers will be provided. \nUseful Items to Bring:\n\nFULL reusable water bottle\nClosed-toe shoes (Required. We HIGHLY recommend wearing rain boots! This park is prone to flooding and general sogginess.)\nSun protection (sunscreen\, hat\, sunglasses)\nBug spray\nWork/gardening gloves (cleanup gloves will be provided)\nSmall garden tools (trowels\, shovels\, etc.)\n\nRegister\nPlease register to let us know you’ll be joining us so we can plan accordingly.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2024-11-riverview-park-service-day/
LOCATION:Riverview Park\, 9620 E Water St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32208
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241122T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T221050Z
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SUMMARY:Oyster Roast
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, November 22\, 2024 | 7 p.m. | Garden Club of Jacksonville\nThis 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! \n\nLive Music by Band Be Easy\nDelicious Food by Biscottis\nOysters from Fisherman’s Dock\nSilent Auction\nSpecial ticket price for young professionals 35 and under\n\nTickets\nReserve your tickets here now! All tickets will be digital again this year. \nSilent Auction\nView the silent auction. (Items will be added closer to the event.) \nThe silent auction will be completely online. Whether or not you are attending the Oyster Roast in person\, you can participate! \nBecome a Sponsor\nOyster Roast is St. Johns Riverkeeper’s most impactful fundraiser each year! Our sponsors help make our work to defend the St. Johns River and advocate for its protection possible. Contact meredith@stjohnsriverkeeper.org to learn more\, or become a sponsor online. \nOyster Roast is supported by a grant from the Delores Barr Weaver Forever Event Fund\, est. 2015.\nAbout the Delores Barr Weaver Forever Event Fund: \nDelores Barr Weaver established this Fund in 2015 to provide a $10\,000 grant annually to support a premiere fundraising event in perpetuity at 20 local nonprofit organizations. This grant will provide a permanent source of income for organizations that Mrs. Weaver has generously supported for many years. It is her hope that other individuals will make similar permanent gifts to organizations that have been important to them. This Fund is one of a collection of Funds established by Delores Barr Weaver at The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida. Mrs. Weaver has an extraordinary legacy of philanthropy\, and she has provided transformative support to dozens of nonprofit organizations that uplift\, enlighten and advance our community. Her establishment of the Delores Barr Weaver Fund ($50 million) in 2012 was the largest gift in The Community Foundation’s history. \nThank you to our sponsors!
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2024-11-oyster-roast/
LOCATION:Garden Club of Jacksonville\, 1005 Riverside Avenue\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Jespersen":MAILTO:meredith@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T193000
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CREATED:20241112T215214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T221334Z
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SUMMARY:2024 SAVe Our River’s Grasses Expedition Report Release
DESCRIPTION:2024 SAVe Our River’s Grasses Expedition Report Release | Wednesday\, December 4 at 5:30 p.m. | Azalea City Brewing (Palatka)\nJoin 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 our partners. \nWe will begin to gather and mingle at 5:30 p.m.\, with the presentation and discussion beginning at 6 p.m. \nRegister\nRSVP here to let us know you plan to attend. \n 
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2024-12-save-our-rivers-grasses-expedition-report-release/
LOCATION:Azalea City Brewing\, 120 South 7th Street\, Palatka\, FL\, 32177
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Soraya Aidinejad":MAILTO:soraya@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20240610T151058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T173144Z
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SUMMARY:Riverview Park Service Day
DESCRIPTION:Riverview Park Service Day | Saturday\, December 7 | 9 a.m. – Noon | Riverview Park (9620 East Water Street)\nJoin 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. \nVolunteers can expect to collect litter\, clear trails\, catalog and/or remove invasive plants\, and more as needed! Cleanup bags\, gloves and grabbers will be provided. \nUseful Items to Bring:\n\nFULL reusable water bottle\nClosed-toe shoes (Required. We HIGHLY recommend wearing rain boots! This park is prone to flooding and general sogginess.)\nSun protection (sunscreen\, hat\, sunglasses)\nBug spray\nWork/gardening gloves (cleanup gloves will be provided)\nSmall garden tools (trowels\, shovels\, etc.)\n\nRegister\nPlease register to let us know you’ll be joining us so we can plan accordingly.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2024-12-riverview-park-service-day/
LOCATION:Riverview Park\, 9620 E Water St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32208
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20241025T163346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T163334Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Mingle and 25th Birthday Party
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Mingle & 25th Birthday Party | Wednesday\, December 11\, 2024 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Jacksonville University’s Marine Science Research Institute (MSRI)\nYou’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 what the organization has been up to and goals for the coming year. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and holiday spirits as you get to know other St. Johns Riverkeeper members and staff\, and enjoy the beautiful view of the St. Johns River from MSRI’s Observation Deck. \nThis year\, we will also be celebrating St. Johns Riverkeeper’s 25th birthday! In December of 1999\, we were approved to be an official Waterkeeper organization. Join us at the Mingle as we kick-off a series of events and programs to celebrate this important milestone anniversary. We will be reflecting on what our organization has accomplished over the past quarter century\, and what we must accomplish as we look to the future. \nView the campus map. \nRegister\nPlease RSVP so we can plan accordingly with food and beverages.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2024-12-holiday-mingle-and-25th-birthday-celebration/
LOCATION:Jacksonville University | MSRI\, Marine Science Research Institute\, River Road\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Education,Rising Tides,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20241210T183549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T184359Z
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SUMMARY:River Oaks Park Education and Service Outing with San Marco Preservation Society
DESCRIPTION:River Oaks Park Education and Service Outing with San Marco Preservation Society | Saturday\, December 14\, 2024 | 10 a.m. – Noon | 1000 River Oaks Rd.\nJoin SJRK and the San Marco Preservation Society for an educational cleanup and outing at River Oaks Park! \nRegister\nRSVP to let us know you plan to join us. \nThis 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\, and the St Johns River. The event will illustrate the role the park plays in sustaining community vibrancy and resiliency. It will also illustrate the role the park and its creek play in sustaining St Johns River health. \nThe outing will begin at the bridge in River Oaks Park near Brookwood Road and proceed westward along Craig Creek to the St Johns River and then back to the bridge. The event will include a walk through the park to collect trash and debris with stops to discuss the park vegetation and the role it plays in sustaining river health. A master naturalist will identify native species to be maintained and invasive species to be removed. A representative from St Johns Riverkeeper will discuss the role of the park and Craig Creek in sustaining St Johns River health. \nWhat to Bring/Wear\n\nComfortable\, water-resistant shoes or boots (Especially if you plan to help pick up trash – the grassy areas of the park and the creek bank tend to be wet.)\nProtective clothing (hat\, sunglasses) and sunscreen\nFULL reusable water bottle\n\nThere are no restrooms and/or portlets in the park\, so plan accordingly. \nDirections and Parking\nThe address for River Oaks Park is 1000 River Oaks Road\, but the outing will begin at the bridge across Craig Creek at the East end of the park near Brookwood Road. Parking along Brookwood Road is limited\, so consider parking in the Southside Methodist Church parking area adjacent to San Jose Blvd and walking to the starting location. \nGPS Coordinates for Starting Location: 30°17.6990’N\, 81°38.9300’W
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2024-12-river-oaks-park-education-and-service-outing-with-san-marco-preservation-society/
LOCATION:River Oaks Park\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20240103T210355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T185728Z
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SUMMARY:Rising Tides: McCoys Creek Cleanup & End of Year Celebration
DESCRIPTION: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 the Northbank Riverwalk (111 Riverside Ave.) from 10 a.m. – noon\, near where McCoys Creek flows into the St. Johns River. We’ll be celebrating all that Rising Tides has accomplished in 2024. \nWhat to Bring:\n\nFULL Reusable Water Bottle\nHat\, Sunglasses\, Sunscreen\nClosed toe shoes (required)\nRain boots\, work boots\, or waders are extremely helpful!\nOptional: Heavy duty gloves (if desired)\n\nCleanup gloves and bags will be provided by City of Jacksonville and Keep Jacksonville Beautiful. \nRSVP\nRSVP here to let us know you’re coming! \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Steph Morse at steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2024-12-rising-tides-mccoys-creek-cleanup-end-of-year-celebration/
LOCATION:Northbank Riverwalk\, 111 Riverside Avenue\, Jacksonville\, Florida\, 32204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet,Rising Tides,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alicia Smith":MAILTO:Alicia818@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20250106T174507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T175918Z
UID:13541-1737212400-1737216000@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Life Lab: Right Plant\, Right Place
DESCRIPTION:Life Lab: Right Plant\, Right Place | Saturday\, January 18 from 3-4 p.m. | Jacksonville Public Library\, Maxville Branch (8375 Maxville Blvd)\nInterested 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\, Right Place. \nLocation\, location\, location! We will learn which plants to choose for your landscape and the correct place to plant them to maximize the health of our local ecosystem. \nRegister\nRegister here through the Jacksonville Public Library. You will need a free library card to register\, which you can obtain here. \nRiver-Friendly\nGet more river-friendly tips from St. Johns Riverkeeper!
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2025-01-life-lab-right-plant-right-place/
LOCATION:Jacksonville Public Library – Maxville Branch\, 8375 Maxville Blvd.\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32234\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20250116T162928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T181544Z
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SUMMARY:Rising Tides: McCoys Creek Cleanup
DESCRIPTION: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 168 Myrtle Ave from 10 a.m. – noon. All ages are welcome! \nWhat to Bring:\n\nFULL Reusable Water Bottle\nHat\, Sunglasses\, Sunscreen\nClosed toe shoes (required)\nRain boots\, work boots\, or waders are extremely helpful!\nOptional: Heavy duty gloves (if desired)\n\nCleanup gloves and bags will be provided by City of Jacksonville and Keep Jacksonville Beautiful. \nRSVP\nRSVP here to let us know you’re coming! \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Becca Vecera at rebecca@stjohnsriverkeeper.org.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2025-01-rising-tides-mccoys-creek-cleanup/
LOCATION:168 S Myrtle Ave\, 168 S Myrtle Ave\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet,Rising Tides,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alicia Smith":MAILTO:Alicia818@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20250123T220644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T220644Z
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SUMMARY:18th Annual River Blessing
DESCRIPTION:18th Annual River Blessing | Saturday\, January 25 at 10 a.m. at Palatka Riverfront Park\nJoin Earth Kinship Kayak Tours & Nature Education\, St. Johns Riverkeeper\, Matanzas Riverkeeper and St Marys Riverkeeper at Palatka Riverfront Park\, located at 100 Memorial Parkway on Saturday\, January 25 for the 18th annual River Blessing. \nJoin us to share appreciation for the earth’s waters and offer a non-denominational blessing inspired by indigenous people. Started in 2008 by Lakota Elder Basil Braveheart\, the event will include words from the St. Johns\, Matanzas\, and St. Marys Riverkeepers about their connection to the waters. \nThis event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/18th-annual-river-blessing/
LOCATION:Palatka Riverfront Park\, 100 Memorial Pkwy\, Palatka\, FL\, 32177\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T090000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20250114T161900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T162121Z
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SUMMARY:Walk the Bridges
DESCRIPTION:Walk the Bridges | Saturday\, February 1 at 9 a.m. | Fuller Warren Bridge Shared-Use Path (The SUP)\nWalk the Bridges with St. Johns Riverkeeper! Check out the Fuller Warren Bridge Shared-Use Path\, better known locally as “The SUP\,” with an unmatched view of the St. Johns River between the Riverside and San Marco neighborhoods of Jacksonville. We’ll then traipse along Jacksonville’s Riverwalk and traverse the Acosta Bridge. \nWe will meet at the Riverside Ave. side of the Fuller Warren bridge\, across from the location of Riverside Arts Market (RAM). Bring water\, apply sunscreen\, and wear good walking shoes! The walk is approx. 3.5 miles. \nThis is an at-your-own-pace walk; no worries if you get ahead of or behind the group. \nRSVP\nRSVP here to let us know you plan to join us! \nWhen the walk is over\, you can head over to the Riverside Arts Market (RAM)\, which begins at 10 a.m.!
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2025-02-walk-the-bridges/
LOCATION:Fuller Warren Shared-Use Path (Riverside)\, 715 Riverside Ave.\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet
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ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Jespersen":MAILTO:meredith@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20250103T185325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T185325Z
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SUMMARY:Riverview Park Service Day
DESCRIPTION:Riverview Park Service Day | Saturday\, February 1 | 9-11 a.m. | Riverview Park (9620 East Water Street)\nJoin St. Johns Riverkeeper for our bi-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. \nVolunteers can expect to collect litter\, clear trails\, catalog and/or remove invasive plants\, and more as needed! Cleanup bags\, gloves and grabbers will be provided. \nUseful Items to Bring:\n\nFULL reusable water bottle\nClosed-toe shoes (Required. We HIGHLY recommend wearing rain boots! This park is prone to flooding and general sogginess.)\nSun protection (sunscreen\, hat\, sunglasses)\nBug spray\nWork/gardening gloves (cleanup gloves will be provided)\nSmall garden tools (trowels\, shovels\, etc.)\n\nRegister\nPlease register to let us know you’ll be joining us so we can plan accordingly. \nSafety Precautions\n\nEveryone must register/sign a liability waiver to participate.\nAn adult must accompany youth under 18 years of age.\nStay together and work in teams of at least two people.\nWatch your footing\, avoid steep embankments\, and use caution when walking through tall grass or brush.\nDo not use your bare hands to pick up broken glass or sharp items. Trash grabbers will be available.\nLeave hazardous items\, such as syringes or dead animals\, in place and notify the Site Captain.\nDo not try to pick up items too heavy for you to lift. When in doubt\, seek help.\nRespect wildlife and keep your distance.\nTake breaks as needed\, protect yourself from the sun\, and drink plenty of water.\nMake sure trash bags are not too full to close and secure.\nKeep tires separate from the trash bags.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2025-02-riverview-park-service-day/
LOCATION:Riverview Park\, 9620 E Water St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32208
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20250123T160009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T160009Z
UID:13673-1739005200-1739012400@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Moncrief Creek Cleanup with Eartha's Farm
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 8 from 9-11 a.m. at Eartha’s Farm and Market (5232 Moncrief Rd.)\nJoin 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 and healthy foods on Jacksonville’s northside. #ResilientRibault \nWatershed Address: Moncrief Creek > Trout River > St. Johns River \nRegister\nPlease RSVP in advance so we know approximately how many volunteers to plan for\, and to receive any event updates. \nUseful Items to Bring\n\nFULL reusable water bottle\nClosed-toe shoes (Required)\nSun protection (sunscreen\, hat\, sunglasses)\nBug spray\nWork/gardening gloves (cleanup gloves will be provided)\nSmall garden tools (trowels\, shovels\, etc.)
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2025-02-moncrief-creek-cleanup-with-earthas-farm-and-market/
LOCATION:Eartha’s Farm and Market\, 4850 Moncrief Rd.\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20250106T175243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T175945Z
UID:13545-1739631600-1739635200@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Life Lab: Water Conservation and Your Garden
DESCRIPTION:Life Lab: Water Conservation and Your Garden | Saturday\, February 15 from 3-4 p.m. | Jacksonville Public Library\, Maxville Branch (8375 Maxville Blvd)\nInterested 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 Conservation and Your Garden. \nOverwatering can hurt your plants\, the environment\, and your utility bill. Learn how to use minimal resources for maximum impact. \nRegister\nRegister here through the Jacksonville Public Library. You will need a free library card to register\, which you can obtain here. \nRiver-Friendly\nGet more river-friendly tips from St. Johns Riverkeeper!
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2025-02-life-lab-water-conservation-in-your-garden/
LOCATION:Jacksonville Public Library – Maxville Branch\, 8375 Maxville Blvd.\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32234\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,River-Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20250116T201733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T201733Z
UID:13608-1739700000-1739707200@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Rising Tides: McCoys Creek Cleanup
DESCRIPTION: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! \nWhat to Bring:\n\nFULL Reusable Water Bottle\nHat\, Sunglasses\, Sunscreen\nClosed toe shoes (required)\nRain boots\, work boots\, or waders are extremely helpful!\nOptional: Heavy duty gloves (if desired)\n\nCleanup gloves and bags will be provided by City of Jacksonville and Keep Jacksonville Beautiful. \nRSVP\nRSVP here to let us know you’re coming! \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Becca Vecera at rebecca@stjohnsriverkeeper.org.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2025-02-rising-tides-mccoys-creek-cleanup/
LOCATION:2842 Edison Ave\, Jacksonville\, FL 32254\, 2842 Edison Avenue\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32254\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet,Rising Tides,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alicia Smith":MAILTO:Alicia818@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T090000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20250210T220736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T221021Z
UID:13747-1740819600-1740819600@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Walk the Bridges
DESCRIPTION:Walk the Bridges | Saturday\, March 1 at 9 a.m. | Fuller Warren Bridge Shared-Use Path (The SUP)\nWalk the Bridges with St. Johns Riverkeeper! Check out the Fuller Warren Bridge Shared-Use Path\, better known locally as “The SUP\,” with an unmatched view of the St. Johns River between the Riverside and San Marco neighborhoods of Jacksonville. We’ll then traipse along Jacksonville’s Riverwalk and traverse the Acosta Bridge. \nWe will meet at the Riverside Ave. side of the Fuller Warren bridge\, across from the location of Riverside Arts Market (RAM). Bring water\, apply sunscreen\, and wear good walking shoes! The walk is approx. 3.5 miles. \nThis is an at-your-own-pace walk; no worries if you get ahead of or behind the group. \nRSVP\nRSVP here to let us know you plan to join us! \nWhen the walk is over\, you can head over to the Riverside Arts Market (RAM)\, which begins at 10 a.m.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2025-03-walk-the-bridges/
LOCATION:Fuller Warren Shared-Use Path (Riverside)\, 715 Riverside Ave.\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet
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ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Jespersen":MAILTO:meredith@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250302T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20250204T203622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T203622Z
UID:13724-1740906000-1740913200@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk for Beginners with Duval Audubon
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk for Beginners with Duval Audubon | Sunday\, March 2 from 9-11 a.m. at Fort Caroline National Memorial\nSt. Johns Riverkeeper is partnering with Duval Audubon for a beginners’ bird walk! Anyone interested in getting outdoors and learning about local birds is welcome to join. We will meet at Fort Caroline National Memorial Visitor Center to start the hike promptly at 9 a.m. \nWhat to Wear/Bring\n\nClosed-toe shoes (appropriate for a short hike through the woods)\nSun protection: sunscreen\, hat\, protective clothing\nBug spray\nFULL\, reusable water bottle\nBinoculars (if you have them)\n\nRegister\nPlease RSVP here on Meetup to let us know you’re coming!
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2025-03-bird-walk-for-beginners-fort-caroline-national-memorial/
LOCATION:Fort Caroline\, 12713 Fort Caroline Rd.\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32225
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20250217T210618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T151406Z
UID:13785-1741424400-1741431600@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Downtown Jax Community Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a volunteer cleanup of the Cathedral District of Downtown Jacksonville. The Quarterly Downtown Community Cleanup will take place Saturday\, March 8th\, from 9-11 a.m. Come with a friend and join us to help beautify the Cathedral District in DTJax and do some good in your community! \nBrought to you by partners: the Downtown Investment Authority\, St. Johns Riverkeeper\, Downtown Vision\, the Downtown Dwellers\, Build Up Downtown\, NextUp Jax\, 904 Happy Hour and Cathedral District Jax. \nWhen: Saturday\, March 8 from 9-11 a.m.\nWhere: 299-281 E Church St\, Jacksonville\, FL 32202\nTrash bags\, gloves and cleaning supplies will be provided! You can RSVP here on EventBrite.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2025-03-downtown-jax-community-cleanup/
LOCATION:299-281 E Church St\, 299-281 E Church St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20250206T160052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T202130Z
UID:13731-1741449600-1741460400@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:4th Annual Source to Sea Celebration
DESCRIPTION:4th Annual Source to Sea Celebration | Saturday\, March 8\, 2025 from 4-7 p.m. at Azalea City Brewing Company\nJoin 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 have a discussion about how to plan a paddling trip and places to go to explore the St. Johns – whether for a day or to experience the entire 310 miles. \nThe Source to Sea Celebration is a time to honor 310 paddlers – those who have paddled all 310 miles of the St. Johns River\, and for all paddlers and river enthusiasts to mingle\, share tips and create community! \nExplore Putnam County! Other Activities to Enjoy On Your Own Before the Event:\nHike or Bike at Ravine Gardens State Park | Park opens at 8 a.m. | 1600 Twigg St. Palatka FL\nAncient ravines and the banks of Whitewater Branch\, a spring-fed creek that flows into the St. Johns River\, have been transformed into a rustic tropical garden at Ravine Gardens State Park. Explore miles of paved and unpaved trails\, geo-seek\, bring a picnic\, or simply enjoy the scenery. Peak bloom season for hundreds of azalea bushes is January-March. \nView the trail map online. Admission is $5 per vehicle or $2 per pedestrian/cyclist. \nTake the Mural Tour of Downtown Palatka | View the map\nDowntown Palatka boasts more than 30 murals depicting the historical\, cultural\, and natural riches of Palatka and Putnam County. These larger-than-life pictorial renderings range from “Harlem Nights in Palatka” to “Putnam County Wildflowers.” They create a fun walking tour and make fine selfie backgrounds\, too. \nBike on the Palatka to St. Augustine State Trail | Opens at 8 a.m.\nThe Palatka to St. Augustine State Trail is a multi-use recreational trail along a corridor that stretches through St. Johns and Putnam counties. Learn more on the Florida State Parks website.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/4th-annual-source-to-sea-celebration-310-paddlers/
LOCATION:Azalea City Brewing\, 120 South 7th Street\, Palatka\, FL\, 32177
CATEGORIES:Education,Get Your Feet Wet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T173000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20250214T184426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T212236Z
UID:13771-1741455000-1741455000@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Water Stories Performance
DESCRIPTION:Water Stories Performance | Saturday\, March 8 at 5:30 p.m. | St Paul Lutheran Church (2730 Edgewood Ave\, Jacksonville\, FL 32209)\nWater Stories is a multi-year University of North Florida placemaking project\, exploring land memory\, environmental justice\, and communal healing through storytelling and the performing arts. The Water Stories performances are co-produced by Dr. Maureen McCluskey and Dr. Tru Leverette Hall and based on the oral histories that Dr. Tru Leverette Hall has been undertaking in support of Resilient Ribault and her book project. \nThis is a free event\, registration is not required. \nLearn more about Water Stories.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2025-03-water-stories-performance/
LOCATION:St Paul Lutheran Church\, 730 Edgewood Ave W\, Jacksonville\, 32209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Resilient Ribault
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20250203T200304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T201026Z
UID:13695-1741975200-1741980600@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:River Reflection
DESCRIPTION:River Reflection | March 14\, 2025 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Alpine Groves Park\nJoin us for an evening showcase of local artists whose work is inspired by the connection between our local waterways and our community. This outdoor gallery will feature artists of all ages and mediums and is presented by St. Johns Riverkeeper\, Matanzas Riverkeeper\, and St. Johns County Parks and Recreation as a way to celebrate our waterways. \nParking/Shuttle\nTo make parking easier\, we are offering a shuttle that will run from Hickory Creek Elementary to Alpine Groves Park. The shuttle will run from 5:30-8 p.m. \nDetails\nThis event is free and open to the public – registration is not required. You can join the Facebook event here. \nThe window for art submissions is now closed.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2025-03-river-reflection/
LOCATION:Alpine Groves Park\, 2060 State Road 13\, St. Johns\, 32259\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250315
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250427
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20250312T165103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T165103Z
UID:13900-1741996800-1745711999@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Great St. Johns River Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:3rd Annual Great St. Johns River Cleanup | March 15 – April 26\, 2025\nSt. Johns Riverkeeper is partnering with counties\, businesses\, and nonprofits throughout the watershed to clean up the St. Johns River and its tributaries. Cleanups are being planned in Clay\, Duval\, Orange\, Putnam\, Seminole\, St. Johns\, and Volusia Counties during the month-long Great St. Johns River Cleanup! Between March 15 and April 26\, join an official cleanup in your county or organize a cleanup of your own. \nVisit the Great St. Johns River Cleanup website to find cleanup dates and sites in each county. \nGreat St. Johns River Cleanup\nShare your cleanup photos on Instagram with #StJohnsRiverCleanup and tag @sjriverkeeper for a chance to be featured!
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2025-great-st-johns-river-cleanup/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet,Middle Basin,Upper Basin,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20250116T201942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T145016Z
UID:13611-1742029200-1742036400@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Rising Tides: McCoys Creek Cleanup
DESCRIPTION: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 Hollybrook Park from 9-11 a.m. All ages are welcome! This cleanup will be a part of the 3rd annual Great St. Johns River Cleanup. \nWhat to Bring:\n\nFULL Reusable Water Bottle\nHat\, Sunglasses\, Sunscreen\nClosed toe shoes (required)\nRain boots\, work boots\, or waders are extremely helpful!\nOptional: Heavy duty gloves (if desired)\n\nCleanup gloves and bags will be provided by City of Jacksonville and Keep Jacksonville Beautiful. \nRSVP\nRSVP here to let us know you’re coming! \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Steph Morse at steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2025-03-rising-tides-mccoys-creek-cleanup/
LOCATION:Hollybrook Park\, 319 Cherokee Street\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32254
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet,Rising Tides,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alicia Smith":MAILTO:Alicia818@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20250131T171129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T142833Z
UID:13692-1742029200-1742036400@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Great St. Johns River Cleanup: Resilient Ribault
DESCRIPTION:The Great St. Johns River Cleanup is a partnership between St. Johns Riverkeeper and local counties\, businesses\, and nonprofits throughout the watershed. For a month before Earth Day each year\, we work together to clean up the entire St. Johns River and its tributaries! \nWe will be cleaning up the Resilient Ribault project area on Saturday\, March 15 from 9-11 a.m. at the following locations: \n\nRibault Scenic Drive Park\nRibault River Preserve\nHarborview Boat Ramp\nCharles Reese Memorial Park\nBert Maxwell Boat Ramp\n\nThis is also a part of the City of Jacksonville’s St. Johns River Celebration\, a kickoff to the Great St. Johns River Cleanup. \nFREE hotdogs and chips will be available for volunteers after the cleanups from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Ribault Scenic Drive Park. \nRegister\nRSVP here to let us know you plan to join us\, sign the waiver and to receive any event updates.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2025-03-great-st-johns-river-cleanup-resilient-ribault/
LOCATION:Ribault Scenic Drive Park\, 1340 Ribault Scenic Dr\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32208
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet,Resilient Ribault,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20250106T175812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T175812Z
UID:13548-1742050800-1742054400@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Life Lab: Lawn-Free and River-Friendly
DESCRIPTION:Life Lab: Lawn-Free and River-Friendly | Saturday\, March 15 from 3-4 p.m. | Jacksonville Public Library\, Maxville Branch (8375 Maxville Blvd)\nInterested 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. \nWant to ditch a traditional lawn and go with something a little more eco-friendly? We’ve got you covered! Join us to learn some environmentally-friendly lawn alternatives and how you can incorporate them into your landscape. \nRegister\nRegister here through the Jacksonville Public Library. You will need a free library card to register\, which you can obtain here. \nRiver-Friendly\nGet more river-friendly tips from St. Johns Riverkeeper!
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2025-03-life-lab-lawn-free-river-friendly/
LOCATION:Jacksonville Public Library – Maxville Branch\, 8375 Maxville Blvd.\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32234\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,River-Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T180000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20250124T184107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T192116Z
UID:13682-1742490000-1742493600@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Clay County STEM Lecture Series: Our St. Johns River
DESCRIPTION:Clay County STEM Lecture Series (Chow Chats): Our St. Johns River | Thursday\, March 20 from 5-6 p.m. at Camp Chowenwaw Park (1517 Ball Rd\, Green Cove Springs\, FL 32043)\nSt. Johns Riverkeeper (SJRK) will be the featured speaker at Clay County’s STEM Lecture Series\, Chow Chats\, in March. Come meet our education director and learn more about SJRK\, current river issues\, and how YOU can be a good steward of our river! \nThe Chow Chat will take place in the Kiwita Meeting Building\, located on the left side of Big Cabin next to the swimming pool. \nThis program is geared toward adults and students 13+. \nRegister\nThis is a free event\, but please register here through Clay County’s website.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2025-03-clay-county-stem-lecture-series-our-st-johns-river/
LOCATION:Camp Chowenwaw\, 1517 Ball Road\, Green Cove Springs\, 32042\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Get Your Feet Wet,River-Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie De Nisco":MAILTO:jamie@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T204651
CREATED:20250304T172149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T172149Z
UID:13869-1742637600-1742644800@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:River Oaks Park Education and Service Outing with San Marco Preservation Society
DESCRIPTION:River Oaks Park Education and Service Outing with San Marco Preservation Society | Saturday\, March 22\, 2025 | 10 a.m. – Noon | 1000 River Oaks Rd.\nJoin SJRK and the San Marco Preservation Society for an educational cleanup and outing at River Oaks Park! \nThis 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\, and the St Johns River. The event will illustrate the role the park plays in sustaining community vibrancy and resiliency. It will also illustrate the role the park and its creek play in sustaining St Johns River health. \nThe outing will begin at the bridge in River Oaks Park near Brookwood Road and proceed westward along Craig Creek to the St Johns River and then back to the bridge. The event will include a walk through the park to collect trash and debris with stops to discuss the park vegetation and the role it plays in sustaining river health. A master naturalist will identify native species to be maintained and invasive species to be removed. A representative from St Johns Riverkeeper will discuss the role of the park and Craig Creek in sustaining St Johns River health. \nWhat to Bring/Wear\n\nComfortable\, water-resistant shoes or boots (Especially if you plan to help pick up trash – the grassy areas of the park and the creek bank tend to be wet.)\nProtective clothing (hat\, sunglasses) and sunscreen\nFULL reusable water bottle\n\nThere are no restrooms and/or portlets in the park\, so plan accordingly. \nDirections and Parking\nThe address for River Oaks Park is 1000 River Oaks Road\, but the outing will begin at the bridge across Craig Creek at the East end of the park near Brookwood Road. Parking along Brookwood Road is limited\, so consider parking in the Southside Methodist Church parking area adjacent to San Jose Blvd and walking to the starting location. \nGPS Coordinates for Starting Location: 30°17.6990’N\, 81°38.9300’W
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2025-03-river-oaks-park-cleanup/
LOCATION:River Oaks Park\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet,Volunteer
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SUMMARY:25th Anniversary Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:25th Anniversary Luncheon | Wednesday\, March 26 at 11:30 a.m. | DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel\, Jacksonville Riverfront\nFor twenty-five years\, St. Johns RIVERKEEPER has been boldly standing up and speaking out for our St. Johns River. \nIn the late 1990s\, a group of concerned local citizens recognized the need for an independent watchdog group for the St. Johns River to hold regulatory agencies and polluters accountable. With the river’s health in decline\, this visionary team of advocates launched a nonprofit organization that would unite citizens around one common goal – protecting the St. Johns. \nTwenty-five years later\, St. Johns RIVERKEEPER continues to serve as an educator\, advocate\, and trusted voice for the entire St. Johns River and its watershed. \nWe hope that you will join us for our 25th Anniversary Luncheon\, as we gather to reflect\, celebrate\, and focus on the next steps in this important journey towards a clean and healthy river. \nKeynote Speaker: Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan\nBecome a Sponsor\nIf you would like to become a sponsor of this special event\, please reach out to meredith@stjohnsriverkeeper.org for more information. You can view the sponsorship levels\, and opportunities to sponsor a table at the event\, here. \nGet Your Ticket\nTickets are available now! Reserve your spot at this special event.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/25th-anniversary-luncheon/
LOCATION:Doubletree by Hilton Hotel\, Jacksonville Riverfront\, 1201 Riverplace Blvd.\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Jespersen":MAILTO:meredith@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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