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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 Northbank Riverwalk (111 Riverside Ave.) from 10 a.m. – noon\, near where McCoys Creek flows into the St. Johns River. 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 Steph Morse at steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org. \nParking\nYou can find parking by the Riverwalk at the end of Jackson street to the left (past the YMCA and Haskell buildings and their lots).
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2024-06-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20240529T204431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T211849Z
UID:12947-1719046800-1719054000@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Willowbranch Park Cleanup with the AIDS Memorial Project of Northeast Florida
DESCRIPTION:Willowbranch Park Cleanup with the AIDS Memorial Project of Northeast Florida\nJune 22\, 2024 from 9-11 a.m. at Willowbranch Park\nJoin us as we clean historic Willowbranch Park in honor of Pride Month! Did you know that Willowbranch Park holds a significant place in Jacksonville’s LGBTQ+ history? In 1978\, it was the site of Jacksonville’s first Gay Pride Festival! But that’s just the beginning of the park’s remarkable story. Come learn more about this park’s past as well as its future! \nRegister\nRegister here to let us know you’re coming! \nWhat to Bring\n\nFULL Reusable Water Bottle\nHat\, Sunglasses\, Sunscreen\nClosed toe shoes (required)\n\nRain boots\, work boots\, or waders are extremely helpful!\n\n\nOptional: Heavy duty gloves (if desired)
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2024-06-willowbranch-park-cleanup/
LOCATION:Willowbranch Park\, 2870 Sydney St.\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32205\, 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:20240716T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20240705T134734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T191724Z
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SUMMARY:Brewing Up Solutions: Seminole County
DESCRIPTION:Brewing Up Solutions Seminole County: July 16\, 2024 from 5-7 p.m. at Deviant Wolfe Brewing (121 W 1st St\, Sanford\, FL)\nSt. Johns Riverkeeper (SJRK) is expanding its Brewing Up Solutions brewery series this year to be watershed-wide. We’re Brewing Up Solutions For the River with people who love the St. Johns from the headwaters to the mouth of the river. We began in the headwaters of the St. Johns River in Indian River County\, and will travel downstream stopping along the way until we reach the Atlantic Ocean in Mayport\, Duval County. Join us for monthly roundtable discussions that highlight various parts of our vibrant river\, adjacent watersheds\, and key figures along our journey. \nFuture locations for this series will include Palatka\, St. Augustine\, Jacksonville\, and Mayport. \nTopic: Inciting Action Against Climate Change\nRegister\nPlease RSVP here to let us know you’re coming and to receive any event updates. \nHost: Lisa Rinaman\, St. Johns Riverkeeper: The chief advocate and public’s voice for the St. Johns River\nHer responsibilities include holding regulatory agencies and those polluting the river accountable; identifying and advocating for solutions that will protect and restore the river; working with government entities\, businesses\, community leaders and citizens to resolve problems that impact the river’s health; and communicating with the media and the public to educate and raise awareness about important river-related issues. \nLisa was instrumental in the creation of Waterkeepers Florida\, a formal collaboration of 15 Waterkeeper Alliance programs united across the state. She is also one of the founding members of the Reunite the Rivers Coalition working to reconnect Silver Springs\, the Ocklawaha and the St. Johns as the Great Florida Riverway. In addition\, Lisa serves on the Florida Springs Council Board. \nShe enjoys Florida’s waters and natural wonders with her husband\, Mark\, and two boys\, Mark Jr. and August. \nSpecial Guest: Kristin Anderson: Chief Branch Officer for IDEAS For Us\nAs the Chief Branch Officer of IDEAS For Us\, Kristin currently spearheads environmental initiatives in Florida and works to catalyze global leaders to replicate these efforts in their respective communities. The approach centers on addressing worldwide challenges through grassroots solutions\, championing education\, inspiration\, and empowerment to incite action against climate change on both individual and community levels. Equipped with a Biology degree specializing in Evolution\, Ecology\, and Conservation\, Kristin works to integrate scientific and social considerations to devise sustainable solutions. \nAbout Ideas For Us: IDEAS For Us is an Orlando-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and accredited NGO of the United Nations. Our mission is to develop\, fund\, and scale solutions to the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. Since our inception in 2008\, we have been leading hundreds of environmental education and eco-action projects across 12 branches worldwide\, utilizing the model of solving global environmental challenges with local solutions. These solutions take the form of native landscaping\, shoreline restoration\, waste cleanups\, tree plantings\, edible garden installations\, renewable energy projects\, green job training\, and more.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2024-07-brewing-up-solutions-seminole-county/
LOCATION:Deviant Wolfe Brewing\, 121 W 1st St\, Sanford\, FL\, 32771\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Middle Basin
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ORGANIZER;CN="Soraya Aidinejad":MAILTO:soraya@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20240712T203024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T203024Z
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SUMMARY:Cleanup with FOLIO Weekly
DESCRIPTION:Cleanup with FOLIO Weekly | Wednesday\, July 17 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Blue Cypress Park\nJoin SJRK and FOLIO Weekly for a cleanup of Blue Cypress Park in Jacksonville. FOLIO is providing Five Star Pizza for volunteers\, and their mascot\, Johnnie the St. Johns River Monster will be in attendance! \nRegister\nPlease RSVP so we can plan to have enough refreshments for our volunteers! \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)
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2024-07-cleanup-with-folio-weekly/
LOCATION:Blue Cypress Park\, 4012 University Blvd N\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32277\, 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:20240721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240721T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20240605T170959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T170959Z
UID:12965-1721556000-1721563200@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 Northbank Riverwalk (111 Riverside Ave.) from 10 a.m. – noon\, near where McCoys Creek flows into the St. Johns River. 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 Steph Morse at steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org. \nParking\nYou can find parking by the Riverwalk at the end of Jackson street to the left (past the YMCA and Haskell buildings and their lots).
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2024-07-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240811T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240811T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20240610T151548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240804T140844Z
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SUMMARY:Riverview Park Service Day
DESCRIPTION:Riverview Park Service Day | Sunday\, August 11 from 8:30-11 a.m. | Riverview Park\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. \nIf you’re a regular at our monthly cleanups\, note that for the summer months we’re moving up the time of the event to 8:30-11 a.m. to beat the heat! \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/2024-08-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:20240818T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240818T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20240103T201323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T185905Z
UID:12262-1723975200-1723982400@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 Powers Park from 10 a.m. – noon. All ages are welcome! \nPowers Park is navigable by water\, if you have a kayak/canoe that you want to bring to get trash we can’t reach from shore! \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/2024-08-rising-tides-mccoys-creek-cleanup/
LOCATION:Powers Park\, 3153 Green Street\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet,Rising Tides,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-08-Rising-Tides-Cleanup-600x600-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Alicia Smith":MAILTO:Alicia818@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240818T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240818T143000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20240813T181340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T181625Z
UID:13187-1723987800-1723991400@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Rising Tides Interest Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rising Tides Interest Meeting | Sunday\, August 18 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. | Dart Bar & Games\nJoin us after the Rising Tides cleanup for a cool beverage and some air conditioning! We’re hosting an informal Rising Tides interest meeting at Dart Bar & Games\, starting at 1:30pm. Come say hi to current leadership\, hangout\, and find out why it’s the coolest YP (young professionals) group around. 😎 There are plenty of non-alcoholic drinks available so there’s something for everyone. \nRegister\nPlease RSVP here to let us know you plan to join us\, and to receive future updates! \nBecome a Member of Rising Tides\nBecome a member of Rising Tides and St. Johns Riverkeeper for as little as $30 annually. Your gift will support St. Johns Riverkeeper’s advocacy efforts and help us continue our mission to defend the St. Johns River and advocate for its protection. As a young professional\, you can even give a small monthly gift of $3.10 (representing the 310 mile-long St. Johns) to become a member.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2024-08-rising-tides-interest-meeting/
LOCATION:Dart Bar & Games\, 1261 King St.\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rising Tides
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240901T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240901T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20240610T141853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T143207Z
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SUMMARY:Riverview Park Service Day
DESCRIPTION:Join St. Johns Riverkeeper for our monthly day of service at the lovely Riverview Park on the Trout River. As Riverview Park’s Official Park Stewards\, this is part of an ongoing effort to improve and maintain this important community resource connecting locals to our river on Jacksonville’s northside. \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/2024-09-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:20240913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20240828T175652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T175254Z
UID:13210-1726232400-1726239600@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Henry Klutho Park Cleanup with With Love\, Jax
DESCRIPTION:Henry Klutho Park Cleanup with With Love\, Jax | Friday\, September 13\, 2024 from 1-3 p.m. at Henry Klutho Park\nHelp With Love\, Jax clean up Henry Klutho Park before their Dare to D.I.S.C. charity disc golf tournament! This scenic park just off Hogan’s Creek in the Springfield neighborhood of Jacksonville was named in honor of famed architect Henry J. Klutho. \nPark History\nThe Hogans Creek Improvement Project of 1929-30\, designed by architect Henry Klutho (1873-1964) and engineered by Charles Imeson\, turned much of the park grounds into a lovely Venetian-style promenade. The City renamed a portion of Springfield Park in 1984 to honor Mr. Klutho\, a Springfield resident whose high-rise buildings in downtown and Prairie School of architecture transformed Jacksonville after the Great Fire of 1901. \nRegister\nPlease register in advance so we can get an idea of how many volunteers to expect\, and to receive any event updates.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2024-09-henry-klutho-park-cleanup-with-with-love-jax/
LOCATION:Henry Klutho Park\, 204 W 3rd St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32206\, 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:20240921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T100000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20240813T192632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T192632Z
UID:13190-1726905600-1726912800@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:International Coastal Cleanup - Riverview Park
DESCRIPTION:International Coastal Cleanup | Saturday\, September 21 from 8-10 a.m. | Riverview Park\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\n\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\n\nRSVP\nPlease RSVP here to let us know you’re joining us.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2024-09-international-coastal-cleanup-riverview-park/
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
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20240103T203029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T181529Z
UID:12265-1726909200-1726916400@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. as part of the International Coastal Cleanup. 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 Steph Morse at steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2024-09-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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20240916T184355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T182954Z
UID:13275-1727604000-1727611200@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:World Rivers Day with MOSH
DESCRIPTION:World Rivers Day Cleanup with MOSH | Sunday\, September 29 | 10 a.m. – Noon | Museum of Science and History (MOSH)\nJoin St. Johns Riverkeeper and MOSH as we celebrate World Rivers Day! Participate in a cleanup along the Southbank Riverwalk\, take part in some river exploration games\, and learn more about our beautiful St. Johns River. \nRegister for the cleanup here. \nWorld Rivers Day Presentation with Dr. Gerry Pinto | 12:35-1:35 p.m. | MOSH Auditorium\nThe morning’s activities will be followed by an educational presentation by Jacksonville University’s Dr. Gerry Pinto. This presentation will feature his latest research on the St. Johns River\, manatees\, and more. \nRegister for the presentation here. Capacity is limited. \nIf you participate in the cleanup\, you will be granted free admission for the presentation (but please do register in advance for the presentation as well). If you just want to attend the presentation\, you will need to pay admission pricing to enter MOSH.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2024-09-world-rivers-day-cleanup-with-mosh/
LOCATION:Museum of Science and History\, 1025 Museum Cir\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Get Your Feet Wet
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2024-World-Rivers-Day-MOSH-600x600-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20240828T191706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T191706Z
UID:13216-1728118800-1728126000@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Moncrief Creek Cleanup with Eartha's Farm
DESCRIPTION:Moncrief Creek Cleanup with Eartha’s Farm | Saturday\, October 5\, 2024 from 9-11 a.m. at Eartha’s Farm and Market (5232 Moncrief Rd.)\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. \nWatershed Address: Moncrief Creek > Trout River > St. Johns River \nRegister\nPlease register 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/2024-10-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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2024-09-Earthas-Farm-St.-Johns-Riverkeeper-Cleanup-600x600-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241006T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241006T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20240610T150910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T150910Z
UID:12983-1728205200-1728216000@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Riverview Park Service Day
DESCRIPTION:Join St. Johns Riverkeeper for our monthly day of service at the lovely Riverview Park on the Trout River. As Riverview Park’s Official Park Stewards\, this is part of an ongoing effort to improve and maintain this important community resource connecting locals to our river on Jacksonville’s northside. \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/2024-10-riverview-park-service-day/
LOCATION:Riverview Park\, 9620 E Water St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32208
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-05-Riverview-Park-Service-Day-600x600-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20240103T204611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T183815Z
UID:12268-1729418400-1729425600@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 Steph Morse at steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2024-10-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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-10-Rising-Tides-Cleanup-600x600-newfont.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Alicia Smith":MAILTO:Alicia818@hotmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20240610T151004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T173256Z
UID:12985-1730538000-1730548800@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-05-Riverview-Park-Service-Day-600x600-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20240610T151058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T173144Z
UID:12987-1733562000-1733572800@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-05-Riverview-Park-Service-Day-600x600-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20241210T183549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T184359Z
UID:13466-1734170400-1734177600@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\, 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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2024-12-River-Oaks-Park-Outing-1200x1200-1-e1733856226493.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20240103T210355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T185728Z
UID:12271-1734256800-1734264000@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-12-Rising-Tides-Cleanup-600x600-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Alicia Smith":MAILTO:Alicia818@hotmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20250116T162928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T181544Z
UID:13604-1737280800-1737288000@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 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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025-01-Rising-Tides-Cleanup-600x600-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Alicia Smith":MAILTO:Alicia818@hotmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20250103T185325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T185325Z
UID:13523-1738400400-1738407600@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025-Riverview-Park-Service-Day-1-600x600-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2024-09-Earthas-Farm-St.-Johns-Riverkeeper-Cleanup-600x600-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025-02-Rising-Tides-Cleanup-600x600-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Alicia Smith":MAILTO:Alicia818@hotmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025-03-Downtown-Cleanup-2-600px.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250315
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250427
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025-Great-St-Johns-River-Cleanup-600x600-sponsor.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025-03-Rising-Tides-Cleanup-600x600-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Alicia Smith":MAILTO:Alicia818@hotmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Great-SJRC-Ribault-Area-flyer-2025-600x600-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T110000
DTSTAMP:20260409T065017
CREATED:20250103T185826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T185826Z
UID:13526-1743843600-1743850800@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
SUMMARY:Riverview Park Service Day
DESCRIPTION:Riverview Park Service Day | Saturday\, April 5 | 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/2025-04-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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