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SUMMARY:Walk the Bridges
DESCRIPTION:Walk the Bridges | Saturday\, May 13 at 9 a.m. starting from the Fuller Warren Shared-Use Path (Riverside)\nWalk the Bridges with St. Johns Riverkeeper’s executive director\, Jimmy Orth! Check out the newly opened Fuller Warren Bridge Shared-Use Path\, better known locally as “The SUP\,” with expert commentary and an unmatched view of the St. Johns River between the Riverside and San Marco neighborhoods of Jacksonville. We’ll then traverse the Acosta Bridge and traipse along Jacksonville’s Riverwalk. \nWe will meet at the Riverside Ave. side of the Fuller Warren bridge\, across from Riverside Arts Market (RAM). Bring water\, apply sunscreen\, and wear good walking shoes! The walk is approx. 3.5 miles. \nRegister\nThis event is free\, but please RSVP to let us know you’re coming and receive event updates.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-05-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="Jimmy Orth":MAILTO:jimmy@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230521T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T021007Z
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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 where McCoys Creek meets the St. Johns River at the Northbank Riverwalk from 10 a.m. to noon.  \nMeet us at the Riverwalk behind the Winston Family YMCA and Haskell buildings. There is a parking lot at the end of Jackson street\, to the left. \nWhat to Bring:\n\nReusable Water Bottle\nHat & Sunglasses\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. \nSign this Waiver to Participate\nRSVP and sign the waiver now! If you have any questions\, please contact Rebecca Vecera at rebecca@stjohnsriverkeeper.org.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-05-rising-tides-mccoys-creek-cleanup/
LOCATION:Northbank Riverwalk\, 111 Riverside Avenue\, Jacksonville\, Florida\, 32204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rising Tides,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alicia Smith":MAILTO:Alicia818@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230528T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230528T123000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230504T193402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T193402Z
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SUMMARY:Clay County Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Nature Walk with St. Johns Riverkeeper | Sunday\, May 28 from 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Bayard Conservation Area\nJoin St. Johns Riverkeeper for a nature walk through Bayard Conservation Area. Explore a hidden gem in Green Cove Springs while you learn more about this area of the watershed and the flora and fauna it hosts. \nRegister\nThis event is free\, but please RSVP to let us know you’re coming and to receive updates.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-05-clay-county-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Bayard Conservation Area\, Green Cove Springs\, FL\, 32043\, 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:20230603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230504T204544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T020956Z
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SUMMARY:Paddle the St. Johns River Estuary
DESCRIPTION:Paddle with a guide through Fort George and the Simpson Creek estuary\, a series of tributaries that wind through the salt marsh creating what looks like the arteries of the land. The water twists and turns creating intimate canals for the resident wading birds\, fishing osprey\, and provides protection for newly hatched fingerlings. The estuary is a fascinating environment\, the lifeblood of the ocean\, and the nursery ground for many species. \nFunds raised by Kayak Amelia from this tour will benefit St Johns Riverkeeper. \nRegister\nPlease register through Kayak Amelia. \nCost\nSingle Kayak – Adult: $70 \nDouble Kayak – Two Adults: $140 \nDouble Kayak – One Adult\, One Child: $130 \nAdult Using Personal Kayak/Gear: $50 \nWhat’s Included with Your Registration\n\nShort paddle instruction on land\nStories of local critters and natural history with expert guides\nSnack and swim on a sandbar\n\nWhat to Bring\n\nFootgear that can get wet\nBathing suit/shorts\nWater/Gatorade\nSunscreen\nHat\nSunglasses\n\nDirections\nFrom Amelia Island – go South on A1A past Amelia Island Plantation (heading toward Jacksonville)\, over Nassau Sound bridge\, pass Big Talbot Island State Park and Little Talbot Island State Park\, over Ft. George Inlet bridge\, 2/10 mile turn right at jug handle U-turn\, head back towards bridge\, get in right hand lane\, exit right at boat ramp sign before bridge \nFrom Jacksonville – go north on Heckscher Drive\, pass ferry\, 1/2 mile past Huguenot Park\, get in right hand lane\, turn right before bridge at boat ramp sign
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-06-paddle-the-st-johns-river-estuary/
LOCATION:Kayak Amelia\, 13030 Heckscher Dr\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayak Amelia":MAILTO:kayakamelia@mac.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T020947Z
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SUMMARY:Moncrief Creek Cleanup with White Harvest Farms
DESCRIPTION:A river is only as healthy as its tributaries. Join us as we clean up one of the historic tributaries of the St. Johns River. \nBuckets\, grabbers\, disposable gloves\, and bags will be provided. Trash collected will be hauled away. \nWhat to bring/wear:\n\nClosed-toe shoes (rain boots and waders are great to have!)\nReusable water bottle (filled with water!)\nComfortable clothes you don’t mind getting a little dirty\nOptional: Heavy-duty gloves\n\nRegister\nRegister to let us know you’re coming.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-06-moncrief-creek-cleanup-with-white-harvest-farms/
LOCATION:White Harvest Farms\, 5348 Moncrief Road\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32209\, 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:20230613T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230606T175735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T193057Z
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SUMMARY:River Rising: Brewing Up Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, June 13 | 6 p.m. | Southern Swells Brewing Company\nClimate change and rising waters are undermining the health of our river\, our beaches\, our community\, and our economy. It is critical that we all do our part now to tackle climate change to protect our waterways and the future of Northeast Florida. \nJacksonville University’s Dr. Jeremy Stalker will chat with Lisa Rinaman\, your St. Johns Riverkeeper\, and share how rising waters are damaging Northeast Florida waterways. We’ll discuss how we can act locally to do our part to fight climate change while protecting our waters. \nThis is part of our 2023 series of brewery conversations exploring solutions to climate change\, sea level rise\, and the pollution problems threatening the health of our river and our communities. Brought to you by St. Johns Riverkeeper’s Water Policy Group. \nRegister\nRSVP and let us know you’re coming. \nRiver Rising: Why it Matters\nRising sea levels are making storm surge events worse\, causing more septic tanks to fail\, undermining infrastructure\, pushing saltwater further upstream\, and threatening the health of our river and our communities. \nNow is the time to ensure that the St. Johns River is resilient and healthy enough to withstand more frequent shocks to its system and for all of us to address the underlying causes of climate change.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-06-river-rising-brewing-up-solutions/
LOCATION:Southern Swells\, 1312 Beach Blvd #3406\, Jacksonville Beach\, FL\, 32250\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Soraya Aidinejad":MAILTO:soraya@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T083000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230525T174027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T174027Z
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SUMMARY:Walk the Bridges
DESCRIPTION:Walk the Bridges | Saturday\, June 17 at 8:30 a.m. starting from the Fuller Warren Shared-Use Path (Riverside)\nWalk the Bridges with St. Johns Riverkeeper’s executive director\, Jimmy Orth! Check out the newly opened Fuller Warren Bridge Shared-Use Path\, better known locally as “The SUP\,” with expert commentary and 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 Riverside Arts Market (RAM). Bring water\, apply sunscreen\, and wear good walking shoes! The walk is approx. 3.5 miles. \nRegister\nThis event is free\, but please RSVP to let us know you’re coming and receive event updates.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-06-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="Jimmy Orth":MAILTO:jimmy@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230508T165848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T020936Z
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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 the land around McCoys Creek at 168 S Myrtle Ave from 10 a.m. to noon.  \nWhat to Bring:\n\nReusable Water Bottle\nHat & Sunglasses\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 and Sign the Waiver\nRSVP by signing this waiver! \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Rebecca Vecera at rebecca@stjohnsriverkeeper.org.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-06-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:20230624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230607T165758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T142509Z
UID:11530-1687597200-1687604400@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQ Jax History Bike Tour with The Jaxson
DESCRIPTION:Rescheduled from 6/17 to 6/24 due to rainstorms last weekend! \nIn honor of Pride Month\, join The Jaxson’s Mike Field and our outreach specialist\, Steph Morse\, for a guided bike tour of sights and scenes from Jacksonville’s long and colorful LGBTQ history in Riverside. \nIn the early 20th century\, LGBTQ musicians and performers helped turn LaVilla into a hotbed of music and culture\, and since at least the 1950s many notable bars\, clubs and hangouts have served LGBTQ Jaxsons. Hear stories of legendary nightclub College Station\, the LGBTQ “Holy Ground” of Willowbranch Park\, and many more from the annals of Jacksonville’s storied but often overlooked LGBTQ history. \nThe starting location for the tour is the Willow Branch Library. Tickets are $20; kids 12 and under are free. Attendees must bring their own bikes. If you need to rent a bike\, ZenCog Bicycle Company is offering special pricing for rentals for the tour at only $25 – call them at (904) 619-0496. \nRegister\nRegister on Eventbrite with The Jaxson.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-06-lgbtq-jax-history-bike-tour-with-the-jaxson/
LOCATION:Willow Branch Library\, 2875 Park St.\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32205\, 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:20230624T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230512T205150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T160216Z
UID:11474-1687599000-1687606200@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Family EcoExploration: World Environment Day
DESCRIPTION:Family EcoExploration: World Environment Day\nSaturday\, June 24 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Blue Cypress Park\nJoin us in celebrating World Environment Day as we learn how human impact affects our river through an Enviroscape model. Right after our activity\, we will learn how to be stewards of our river while cleaning up Blue Cypress Park! Please bring a bottle of water\, sunscreen and bug spray. All other cleanup materials will be provided. \nWorld Environment Day is June 3! This is the perfect opportunity to celebrate and protect our local environment with your K-12 student. \nRegister\nThis event is free to attend\, but registration is required.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-06-ecoexploration-world-environment-day/
LOCATION:Blue Cypress Park\, 4012 University Blvd N\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32277\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Get Your Feet Wet,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie De Nisco":MAILTO:jamie@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230607T184053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T150002Z
UID:11538-1687608000-1687613400@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:"Planting Seeds" Poetry Workshop with Camille Dungy
DESCRIPTION:“Planting Seeds” Poetry Workshop with Camille Dungy\nSaturday\, June 24 from 12-1:30 p.m. at Riverview Park\nIn Partnership with LISC Jacksonville and the Jacksonville Public Library\nWith the Trout River as a backdrop\, Poet Camille Dungy will help us explore ways to see our own work in relation to the living world around us. Following a series of prompts and possibilities\, this workshop will give you a chance to start growing in new directions on the page. We’ll explore various strategies for how to get started\, how to keep going\, and how to improve what you’ve already written. \nRegister\nThis workshop is free\, but we ask that you register in advance as space is limited. \nRegistration is for the poetry workshop ONLY. \nAfter the Workshop: Lit Chat with the Jacksonville Public Library\nFollowing the workshop\, Camille will be participating in a Lit Chat Interview hosted by the Jacksonville Public Library. Camille’s newest book is Soil: The Story of a Black Mother’s Garden. Camille will be in conversation with local author Nikesha Elise Williams. A book signing will follow\, with books available for sale on site. \nRegister for the Lit Chat with the Jacksonville Public Library.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-06-planting-seeds-poetry-workshop/
LOCATION:Riverview Park\, 9620 E Water St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32208
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230608T151316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T140839Z
UID:11542-1687615200-1687618800@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Lit Chat with Camille Dungy
DESCRIPTION:Lit Chat with Camille Dungy: In Partnership with the Jacksonville Public Library and LISC Jacksonville\nSaturday\, June 24 from 2-3 p.m. at the Bradham and Brooks Branch of the Jacksonville Public Library\nThis Lit Chat Interview is a 60-minute program consisting of a 40-minute conversation between author Camille Dungy and interviewer Nikesha Elise Williams followed by 20 minutes of audience Q&A. A book signing will follow\, with books available for sale on site. \nJoin us for a chat with author and poet Camille Dungy! Camille’s newest book is Soil: The Story of a Black Mother’s Garden. Camille will be in conversation with local author Nikesha Elise Williams. \nRegistration is required for this event\, and must be completed two hours prior to the start time. A library card and PIN are required for registration. \nRegister\nRegister for the Lit Chat with the Jacksonville Public Library. \nAbout the Author\nCamille T. Dungy is the author of Soil: The Story of a Black Mother’s Garden. Dungy has published four books of poetry and edited three anthologies\, including Black Nature: Four Centuries of African American Nature Poetry. Her honors include the 2021 Academy of American Poets Fellowship\, a Guggenheim Fellowship\, the Colorado Book Award\, and an American Book Award. She is a University Distinguished Professor at Colorado State University. \n“In Soil: The Story of a Black Mother’s Garden\, Dungy describes her years-long project to transform her weed-filled\, water-hogging\, monochromatic lawn in suburban Fort Collins\, Colo.\, into a pollinator’s paradise\, packed instead with vibrant\, drought-tolerant native plants…..Dungy draws a connection between diversifying the plant life in her garden and diversifying the canon of nature writing…. For Dungy\, building a sustainable world necessarily involves family and community\, not just a solitary meander through nature.” – NPR
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-06-lit-chat-library-camille-dungy/
LOCATION:Bradham and Brooks Branch of the Jacksonville Public Library\, 1755 Edgewood Ave. W.\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32208
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230625T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230625T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230525T201431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T201431Z
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SUMMARY:A River Runs Through It
DESCRIPTION:For our June Adventures in Urban Ecosystems event\, we will be exploring the beautiful Ribault River Reserve! Take a closer look at the tiny but mighty critters living in our waterways with a St. Johns Riverkeeper expert. We’ll be examining leaf packs that have been collecting leaf litter and the associated living things that reside among it. \nThis program is geared more toward adults and older kids\, but families are welcome! \nRegister\nPlease register and let us know you’ll be joining us. \nSuggested ticket donation: $7:50 for adults\, $5 for students \nIf you need to register without giving a donation to help with program costs\, please email steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-06-a-river-runs-through-it/
LOCATION:Ribault River Reserve\, 2617 Ribault Scenic Dr.\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32208\, 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:20230708T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230708T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230630T174818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T174818Z
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SUMMARY:Hallowes Cove Sunset Kayak Trip
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 8 from 6-9 p.m. at Riverfront Park Kayak Launch\nCome explore Hallowes Cove with St. Johns County naturalists and St. Johns Riverkeeper!  Participants will paddle the St. Johns River and learn about the unique history and diverse wildlife of the area. At the end of the tour participants will get to experience a beautiful sunset on the water. \nSt. Johns County is doing this event on 7/6\, 7/8 and 7/9\, but St. Johns Riverkeeper staff will only be participating on 7/8. \nRegister\nRegister with St. Johns County Parks & Recreation. \nCost\nSt. Johns County resident providing own boat: $20 \nNon-St. Johns County resident providing own boat: $30 \nSt. Johns County resident using a county boat: $40 \nNon-St. Johns County resident using a county boat: $50 \nFor additional information\, please contact Kelly at St. Johns County Parks and Recreation.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-07-hallowes-cove-sunset-kayak-trip/
LOCATION:Riverfront Park\, 4065 State Rd 13\, St Johns\, FL\, 32259\, 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:20230711T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T183000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230620T205100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T192622Z
UID:11582-1689096600-1689100200@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Rising Tides Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the Rising Tides Steering Committee for our bi-monthly membership meeting! Stop by to learn more about Rising Tides and how you can get involved with St. Johns Riverkeeper\, and enjoy a beverage with like-minded young professionals. \nWe will be discussing upcoming events\, advocacy and fundraising priorities. If you are interested in getting involved\, please feel free to join and give your input! \nAfter we chat\, we’ll be staying for St. Johns Riverkeeper’s River Rising: Brewing Up Solutions event starting around 6 p.m. Lisa Rinaman\, the St. Johns Riverkeeper\, and two local young professionals will discuss how creek restoration and smart landscape design improve our quality of life while protecting our community and our river for future generations. \nRSVP\nRSVP to let us know you plan to join us! Find us sitting upstairs! \nRising Tides is for young professionals and community-minded advocates who want to help support the St. Johns River and St. Johns Riverkeeper through membership\, advocacy and participation in a range of social activities. \nFill Out Our Rising Tides Interest Form to Learn About Future Rising Tides Opportunities\nBecome a Member of St. Johns Riverkeeper and Rising Tides
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-07-rising-tides-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:Intuition Ale Works\, 929 E Bay St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rising Tides,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebecca Vecera":MAILTO:rebecca@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230711T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230627T152826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T165136Z
UID:11587-1689098400-1689098400@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:River Rising: Brewing Up Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, July 11 | 6 p.m. | Intuition Ale Works\nIt is critical that we all do our part now to tackle climate change to protect our waterways and the future of Northeast Florida. This month\, we will explore how natural solutions and green infrastructure play a major role in protecting our river and its tributaries while making Jacksonville more resilient to rising waters and climate change. \nGroundwork Jacksonville’s Dylan Ford and HALFF’s Kyle Schare will be our experts discussing how creek restoration and smart landscape design improve our quality of life while protecting our community and our river for future generations. \nCome for a pint and for meaningful conversation on how we can all be part of the solution. Rising Tides\, St. Johns Riverkeeper’s young professionals group\, will be in attendance and meeting prior to the event! \nThis is part of our 2023 series of brewery conversations exploring solutions to climate change\, sea level rise\, and the pollution problems threatening the health of our river and our communities. Brought to you by St. Johns Riverkeeper’s Water Policy Group. \nRegister\nRSVP and let us know you’re coming. \nMeet the Panel\nDylan Ford: Landscape Architect/Project Manager at Groundwork Jacksonville \nDylan Ford is Groundwork Jacksonville’s Landscape Architect and Project Manager\, responsible for designing native landscapes for the Emerald Trail\, as well as managing watershed and restoration projects for McCoys Creek and Hogans Creek. Dylan is committed to improving the quality of life in Jacksonville through green infrastructure design. \nBorn in California\, Dylan spent most of his life in Indiana. He earned a master’s in landscape architecture from Ball State University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics with a minor in Mathematics from Manchester University in Indiana. \nWanting to be close to family and the beach\, Dylan and his wife Holly moved to Jacksonville in 2018. Prior to joining Groundwork\, Dylan worked for the State of Florida as Engineering Specialist II for the Army National Guard in Saint Augustine\, Fla. Currently\, Dylan is pursuing his Landscape Architect license in Florida\, as well as the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) designation. He is a member of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA). \nKyle Schare: HALFF \nKyle Schare\, EIT is experienced in the design of stormwater and utility infrastructure\, and site development for commercial and residential projects. He currently focuses on hydrology and hydraulic modeling of master drainage and regional flood planning projects in Florida and Texas. Kyle is also involved in the stabilization and restoration of creeks in the Jacksonville area. He applies his education from the Georgia Institute of Technology to bring project ideas to life and improve communities. \nKyle is a lifelong Jacksonville resident and loves to fish and kayak on the St. Johns River. He has a keen interest in pursuing projects and a career that will improve Jacksonville and leave a positive impact for generations to come. \nRiver Rising: Why it Matters\nRising sea levels are making storm surge events worse\, causing more septic tanks to fail\, undermining infrastructure\, pushing saltwater further upstream\, and threatening the health of our river and our communities. \nNow is the time to ensure that the St. Johns River is resilient and healthy enough to withstand more frequent shocks to its system and for all of us to address the underlying causes of climate change.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-07-river-rising-brewing-up-solutions/
LOCATION:Intuition Ale Works\, 929 E Bay St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Soraya Aidinejad":MAILTO:soraya@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230612T213950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T020242Z
UID:11560-1689411600-1689418800@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:DTJax Community Cleanup: Southbank
DESCRIPTION:DTJax Community Cleanup: Southbank | Help keep Downtown Clean!\nSaturday\, July 15 from 9-11 a.m. at Treaty Oak Park\nIn partnership with Downtown Vision\, Build Up Downtown\, Downtown Investment Authority\, 904 Happy Hour\, NextUp Jax\, and Downtown Dwellers.\nPlease join us for a volunteer cleanup of the Southbank District of Downtown Jacksonville. \nFrom 9-11 a.m. on Saturday\, July 15\, community volunteers will be cleaning up trash and removing debris throughout Downtown Jacksonville’s beautiful Southbank Riverwalk. Check in will occur at Treaty Oak Park. Bottled water\, gloves\, and trash bags will be provided. \nAfterward\, we will be gathering on the patio of nearby by bar/restaurant\, the Southern Grill\, to enjoy food\, drinks\, and remarks from one of our host organizations\, Build Up Downtown! \nRegister\nRegister here on Eventbrite and let us know you’re coming! \n 
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-07-dtjax-community-cleanup-southbank/
LOCATION:Treaty Oak Park\, 1207 Prudential Drive.\, 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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230716T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230620T174252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T020858Z
UID:11572-1689501600-1689508800@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 the land around McCoys Creek at 168 S Myrtle Ave from 10 a.m. to noon.  \nWhat to Bring:\n\nReusable Water Bottle\nHat & Sunglasses\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 and Sign the Waiver\nRSVP by signing this waiver! \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Rebecca Vecera at rebecca@stjohnsriverkeeper.org.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-07-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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230722T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230722T103000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230719T205744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T205952Z
UID:11670-1690014600-1690021800@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Ribault River Community Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 22 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at Ribault River Reserve\nJoin volunteers from around Duval County to help keep Jacksonville beautiful by removing litter and debris from the parks and boat ramps along the Ribault River. \nPre-registration is not required. Following the clean up\, please join us for light refreshments. \nWhat to Bring\n\nFull Reusable Water Bottle\nClosed-toe shoes (rain boots\, work boots or waders are great if you have them)\nSun protection: Sunscreen\, Sunglasses\, Hat\nOptional: Heavy-duty work gloves\n\nThis community collaboration is proudly brought to you by LISC Jacksonville\, St. Johns Riverkeeper\, Sol Margin Fishing & Conservation Foundation\, and the City of Jacksonville. \nJoin the Facebook event! \nWith questions or for more information please call Kristopher Smith at (904) 351-0008.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-07-ribault-river-community-clean-up/
LOCATION:Ribault River Reserve\, 2617 Ribault Scenic Dr.\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32208\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230724T181815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T192514Z
UID:11678-1690999200-1690999200@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:River Rising: Brewing Up Solutions Putnam
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, August 2 | 6 p.m. | Azalea City Brewing\nIt is critical that we all do our part now to tackle climate change\, rising waters and saltwater intrusion to protect our waterways and the future of Northeast Florida. Join us in Downtown Palatka for our first Brewing Up Solutions Putnam event in our River Rising series. \nOur advocacy team will be on Day 2 of our August 2023 SAVe the River Grasses Expedition and will join experts Casey Fitzgerald and Dr. Robert Virnstein to explore the importance of the St. Johns River’s submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV)\, the current state of SAV and what we can do to SAVe our river’s grasses. \nThis is part of our 2023 series of brewery conversations exploring solutions to climate change\, sea level rise\, and the pollution problems threatening the health of our river and our communities. Brought to you by St. Johns Riverkeeper’s Water Policy Group. \nRegister\nRSVP and let us know you’re coming. \nMeet the Panel\nCasey Fitzgerald \nFormerly with the St. Johns River Water Management District (SJRWMD)\, Casey Fitzgerald now serves as the Reunite the Rivers Coalition Science Committee Chair and the Florida Springs Council President. \nDr. Robert Virnstein \nDr. Robert Virnstein is a seagrass expert who also retired from the SJRWMD and is currently advising the St. Johns Riverkeeper SAV Team as well as numerous projects to protect seagrass in the Indian River Lagoon and eelgrass in the St. Johns River. \nRiver Rising: Why it Matters\nRising sea levels are making storm surge events worse\, causing more septic tanks to fail\, undermining infrastructure\, pushing saltwater further upstream\, and threatening the health of our river and our communities. \nNow is the time to ensure that the St. Johns River is resilient and healthy enough to withstand more frequent shocks to its system and for all of us to address the underlying causes of climate change.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-08-river-rising-brewing-upstream-solutions/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230804T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230804T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230713T183704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230714T151615Z
UID:11658-1691139600-1691146800@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Bert Maxwell Boat Ramp Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, August 4 from 9-11 a.m. | Bert Maxwell Boat Ramp (500 Maxwell Rd\, Jacksonville\, FL 32218)\nJoin St. Johns Riverkeeper for a cleanup of this fantastic boat ramp on the Trout River! \nWhat to Bring\n\nFull Reusable Water Bottle\nSun protection (sunscreen\, hat & sunglasses)\nBug spray\nClosed-toe shoes (required – rain boots\, work boots\, or waders are extremely helpful)\nOptional: Heavy duty gloves.\n\nCleanup gloves and bags will be provided. \nRegister\nSign the waiver and RSVP here!
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-08-bert-maxwell-boat-ramp-cleanup/
LOCATION:Bert Maxwell Boat Ramp\, 500 Maxwell Rd.\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230724T190244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T190244Z
UID:11684-1691517600-1691517600@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:River Rising: Brewing Up Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, August 8 | 6 p.m. | Strings Sports Brewery\nIt is critical that we all do our part now to tackle climate change to protect our waterways and the future of Northeast Florida. Join us in Jacksonville’s Springfield neighborhood for our August Brewing Up Solutions event. \nDr. Adam Rosenblatt will join the St. Johns Riverkeeper to discuss how climate change is affecting our river\, natural ecosystems\, and the plants and animals that rely on a healthy watershed. \nThis is part of our 2023 series of brewery conversations exploring solutions to climate change\, sea level rise\, and the pollution problems threatening the health of our river and our communities. Brought to you by St. Johns Riverkeeper’s Water Policy Group. \nRegister\nRSVP and let us know you’re coming. \nMeet the Panel\nDr. Adam Rosenblatt\, Assistant Professor of Biology at the University of North Florida \nDr. Adam Rosenblatt is an Assistant Professor in the University of North Florida Biology Department. He’s studied the ecological impacts of climate change for 15 years at Florida International University\, Yale University\, the U.S. Department of Energy\, and now at UNF. His research currently focuses on alligator ecology in Florida and Georgia. Adam served on the Jacksonville City Council Special Committee on Resiliency in 2020 and currently serves on Mayor Deegan’s Resiliency Subcommittee. \nRiver Rising: Why it Matters\nRising sea levels are making storm surge events worse\, causing more septic tanks to fail\, undermining infrastructure\, pushing saltwater further upstream\, and threatening the health of our river and our communities. \nNow is the time to ensure that the St. Johns River is resilient and healthy enough to withstand more frequent shocks to its system and for all of us to address the underlying causes of climate change.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-08-river-rising-brewing-up-solutions/
LOCATION:Strings Sports Brewery\, 1850 N N Main St.\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Soraya Aidinejad":MAILTO:soraya@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230820T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230620T181215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T205330Z
UID:11575-1692525600-1692532800@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 where McCoys Creek meets the St. Johns River at Northbank Riverwalk (111 Riverside Ave.) from 10 a.m. to noon.  \nWhat to Bring:\n\nReusable Water Bottle\nHat & Sunglasses\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 and Sign the Waiver\nRSVP by signing this waiver! \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Rebecca Vecera at rebecca@stjohnsriverkeeper.org.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-08-rising-tides-mccoys-creek-cleanup/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230826T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230826T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230815T152703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T140246Z
UID:11738-1693071000-1693071000@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Miami Dolphins with SJRK
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, August 26 | 5:30 p.m. Tailgate\, 7 p.m. Kickoff\nJoin St. Johns Riverkeeper for a tailgate before the Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Miami Dolphins preseason game! The tailgate will be near the stadium\, and we’ll send you all the details when you reserve your ticket. We’ll be serving up hot dogs and all the fixings\, soda and beer. \nThen\, join us at TIAA Bank Field for this exciting all-Florida evening game! \nYou have the option to just get a ticket for the tailgate\, or to get a ticket for both the tailgate and game. \nRegister\nReserve your tickets today! \nSend a Student to the Game\nSt. Johns Riverkeeper is working with LISC Jacksonville and other local nonprofits to send local underserved students to the game! For just $25 you can send one student to the game Saturday night. Sponsor a student ticket today!
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-08-jacksonville-jaguars-vs-miami-dolphins-with-sjrk/
LOCATION:TIAA Bank Field\, 1 TIAA Bank Field Dr\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet
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ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Jespersen":MAILTO:meredith@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230827T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230712T192019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T204131Z
UID:11643-1693126800-1693134000@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:For the Birds Nature Walk with Duval Audubon
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, August 27 from 9-11 a.m. at Reddie Point Preserve\nJoin Duval Audubon Society and St. Johns Riverkeeper (SJRK) on a bird watching exploration! Duval Audubon Educator Kate Zeray and SJRK Outreach Specialist Steph Morse will guide you on a scenic walk through Reddie Point Preserve. Bring your binoculars* and your field guides as we look for all the awesome avian life that can be found along the St. Johns River. \n*There will be a limited supply of binoculars available for those who are in need. \nRegister\nThis event is free\, but please register in advance to let us know you’re coming!
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-08-for-the-birds-nature-walk-with-duval-audubon/
LOCATION:Reddie Point Preserve\, 4499 Yachtsman Way\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32277\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230903T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230903T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230712T203903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T203903Z
UID:11647-1693731600-1693738800@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Northbank Riverwalk Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, September 3 from 9-11 a.m. | 715 Riverside Ave\, Jacksonville\, FL 32204\nJoin St. Johns Riverkeeper for a cleanup of the Northbank Riverwalk in Downtown Jacksonville! Volunteers will meet up at the location where Riverside Arts Market is typically held. This cleanup is being presented in partnership with Dart Bar & Games! Attendees are invited to gather at Dart to cool off after the cleanup with some frosty beverages and fun pub games. \nRegister\nRegister and let us know you plan to join us!
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-09-northbank-riverwalk-cleanup/
LOCATION:Riverside Arts Market\, 715 Riverside Ave\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230822T210951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T210951Z
UID:11770-1694196000-1694196000@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Deviant Wolfe Brewing Campfire Stories with SJRK
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, September 8 | 6 p.m. | Deviant Wolfe Brewing\nDeviant Wolfe Brewing’s guest lecturer series aims to bring people together around craft beer. Like friends sharing stories around a campfire\, this lecture series brings speakers from all areas of expertise to share their interests with the craft beer-loving community. Admission is free\, and the topics of the presentations will change. Come learn something new\, meet new people\, and drink great beer. \nOn Friday\, September 8 at 6 p.m.\, St. Johns Riverkeeper will be presenting their work to defend the St. Johns River and advocate for its protection. Join our Middle Basin Coordinator Gabbie Milch for a great conversation about our river! \nLet us know you’re coming on Facebook.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-09-deviant-wolfe-brewing-campfire-stories-with-sjrk/
LOCATION:Deviant Wolfe Brewing\, 121 W 1st St\, Sanford\, FL\, 32771\, United States
CATEGORIES:Middle Basin
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gabbie Milch":MAILTO:gabbie@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T183000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230828T193350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T193350Z
UID:11784-1694539800-1694543400@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Rising Tides Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the Rising Tides Steering Committee for our bi-monthly membership meeting! Stop by to learn more about Rising Tides and how you can get involved with St. Johns Riverkeeper\, and enjoy a beverage with like-minded young professionals. \nWe will be networking\, discussing upcoming events\, advocacy and fundraising priorities. If you are interested in getting involved\, please feel free to join and give your input! \nAfter we chat\, we’ll be staying for St. Johns Riverkeeper’s River Rising: Brewing Up Solutions event starting around 6 p.m. Lisa Rinaman\, the St. Johns Riverkeeper\, and the rest of St. Johns Riverkeeper’s Submerged Aquatic Vegetation (SAV) Team will discuss what they’ve learned so far during the 2023 SAVe our River’s Grasses Expedition. \nRSVP\nRSVP to let us know you plan to join us! \nRising Tides is for young professionals and community-minded advocates who want to help support the St. Johns River and St. Johns Riverkeeper through membership\, advocacy and participation in a range of social activities. \nFill Out Our Rising Tides Interest Form to Learn About Future Rising Tides Opportunities\nBecome a Member of St. Johns Riverkeeper and Rising Tides
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-09-rising-tides-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:Fishweir Brewing Company\, 1183 Edgewood Ave S\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rising Tides,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebecca Vecera":MAILTO:rebecca@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T070741
CREATED:20230814T211640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T203239Z
UID:11735-1694541600-1694541600@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:River Rising: Brewing Up Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, September 12 at 6 p.m. at Fishweir Brewing Company\nIt is critical that we all do our part now to tackle climate change to protect our waterways and the future of Northeast Florida. Join us in Jacksonville’s Murray Hill neighborhood for our September Brewing Up Solutions event. \nCome for a pint and for meaningful conversation on how we can all be part of the solution. \nThe St. Johns RIVERKEEPER Submerged Aquatic Vegetation (SAV) Team will be on hand to share what we’ve learned so far during our 2023 SAVe our River’s Grasses Expedition. We have been seeking answers and solutions to the disappearing SAV of the St. Johns as we survey an 80-mile stretch of the most-endangered habitat of the St. Johns.  \nSubmerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) is an important biological indicator of river health and is vital to the continuation of a healthy river ecosystem – providing water quality filtration\, erosion control\, vital fish and wildlife habitat and much more. \nThis event is part of our 2023 series of brewery conversations exploring solutions to climate change\, sea level rise\, and the pollution problems threatening the health of our river and our communities. Brought to you by St. Johns Riverkeeper’s Water Policy Group. \nJoin us to discuss the growing threats to our river’s SAV and what we can do to give our river’s grasses a fighting chance. \nRegister\nThis event is free\, but we ask that you please RSVP! \nMeet the Panel\nSoraya Aidinejad \nSoraya Aidinejad (pictured right) is St. Johns Riverkeeper’s advocacy specialist. Some of her key responsibilities are monitoring the health of the St. Johns River\, evaluating and prioritizing issues and emerging threats\, and advocating for actions to improve and protect the river’s health and expanding relationships with watershed stakeholders. \nBefore starting her role at St. Johns Riverkeeper\, Soraya worked at the Florida Department of Environmental Protection as a wetlands evaluator/inspector and a stormwater management inspector. She also worked as a biologist at a private environmental company with a variety of job functions\, including wetland delineations and reviews with jurisdictional agencies\, wildlife assessments\, invasive plant control\, and tree surveys. \nZoë Tressel  \nZoë Tressel (pictured left) is currently a member of St. Johns Riverkeeper’s advocacy team\, starting as an intern in February of 2023. She is currently seeking dual masters degrees in Marine Science and Public Policy at Jacksonville University\, with a prospective graduation date of April\, 2024.  \nZoe also works part-time as a biological scientist for Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission. She is passionate about creating informed\, science-driven policy that will ultimately serve to provide safer\, cleaner\, and more accessible environmental systems throughout important watersheds like the St. Johns River.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-09-river-rising-brewing-up-solutions/
LOCATION:Fishweir Brewing Company\, 1183 Edgewood Ave S\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Soraya Aidinejad":MAILTO:soraya@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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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 the land around McCoys Creek at Hollybrook Park\, 319 Cherokee Street from 9-11 a.m. \nThis month we’re partnering with the City of Jacksonville to participate in the annual International Coastal Cleanup on Saturday\, September 16. \nWhat to Bring:\n\nReusable Water Bottle\nHat & Sunglasses\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 and Sign the Waiver\nRSVP by signing this waiver! \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Rebecca Vecera at rebecca@stjohnsriverkeeper.org.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-09-rising-tides-mccoys-creek-cleanup-international-coastal-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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