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SUMMARY:Rising Tides: Silver Springs Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 7 at 10 a.m. | Silver Springs State Park\nJoin Rising Tides\, St. Johns Riverkeeper’s young professionals group\, for a stand up paddleboard (SUP) paddle of Silver Springs! Explore the flora and fauna along the Silver River with a guide from The Salty Paddle. \nWe will paddle along the historic structures and serene landscapes surrounding the main spring and trails. There’s no telling what you will see in your travels down the river! Join us as we are enraptured by the Ocala National Forest and it’s pristine spring waters. \nRent a SUP from The Salty Paddle\, or bring your own for a discounted price on the tour. \nRegister\nRegister now through The Salty Paddle. \nReunite the Rivers\nLearn more about our Reunite the Rivers Campaign\, Florida’s largest current springs restoration project. \nSt. Johns Riverkeeper staff will briefly chat about local issues and opportunities St. Johns Riverkeeper is working on in this area of the watershed.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-08-rising-tides-silver-springs-paddle/
LOCATION:Silver Springs State Park\, 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd\, Silver Springs\, FL\, 34488\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet,Middle Basin,Rising Tides
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebecca Vecera":MAILTO:rebecca@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231010T180000
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SUMMARY:River Rising: Brewing Up Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, October 10 at 6 p.m. at Aardwolf Brewing\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 at Aardwolf Brewing Company in San Marco for our October Brewing Up Solutions event. \nCome for a pint and for meaningful conversation on how we can all be part of the solution. \nAnne Coglianese\, Jacksonville’s Chief Resilience Officer (CRO)\, will join the St. Johns Riverkeeper\, Lisa Rinaman\, to discuss highlights of the soon-to-be-released Resilient Jacksonville strategy document. For the past fifteen months\, the CRO and planning team have led a science-based planning process to prioritize actions and investments that will make Jacksonville more resilient. Building on important resilience work in Jacksonville that preceded this effort\, this process engaged public\, private\, nonprofit\, and philanthropic stakeholders as well as the public in identifying and developing resilience actions. Read the draft outline of the Resilience Strategy. \nRegister\nRSVP here to let us know you’re coming. \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. \nMeet the Panelist\nAnne Coglianese is the Chief Resilience Officer for the City of Jacksonville. In this capacity\, Anne leads the development of resilience initiatives to ensure Jacksonville can adapt and thrive in the face of acute shocks and chronic stresses brought on by climate change. Prior to joining the City of Jacksonville\, Anne served as the Coastal Resilience Manager for the City of New Orleans where she implemented nature-based solutions to sea-level risk and coastal land loss. Anne’s previous experience also includes serving at the White House Council on Environmental Quality\, where she participated in the development of climate adaptation and resilience policies to meet the Obama Administration’s resilience goals.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-10-river-rising-brewing-up-solutions-2/
LOCATION:Aardwolf Brewing Company\, 1461 Hendricks Avenue\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32207\, 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:20231015T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T110000
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SUMMARY:Get Your Feet Wet at Wetland Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, October 15 from 8:15-11 a.m. at Wetland Preserve (Palatka)\nJoin us as we explore further up the watershed at Wetland Preserve in Palatka! \nWe will be led by Wetland Preserve educators on a guided\, open-air vehicle tour of their conservation lands as we learn about the key role these forests and swamps play in improving our water quality. Following the tour participants are welcome to remain\, have lunch\, and explore the natural beauty of the area. \nRegister\nPlease register in advance and let us know you’re coming. \nIf the $10 suggested donation to attend is a barrier\, you can email info@stjohnsrvierkeeper.org to register instead. \nAbout Wetland Preserve\nWetland Preserve’s primary parcel consists of 3\,800 acres\, all of which is protected by a Florida Forever conservation easement and also falls within the O2O wildlife corridor. \nAdjacent to the Rice Creek Conservation Area\, it is a 5000 acre project of the Saint Johns River Water Management District located in Putnam County\, Florida. On the southern border is Nine Mile Swamp Park\, a 1268 acre conservation project owned by Putnam County. Most of the land falls under what is considered a “mesic flatwoods” ecosystem designation\, with a fair portion of it being mature creek swamps and a smaller area consisting of dry sand hills. \nCheck out the tour section of their website to learn more. \nWhat to Bring\n\nReusable water bottle\nSnacks\nBug repellent\nBug bite ointment (just in case the bug repellent fails you!)\nSunscreen / lip balm\nCamera\nBinoculars\nAny medical items you may need while out such as an EpiPen or diabetic supplies\n\nWhat to Wear\n\nLong sleeved T-shirt. Long sleeved is important because it gives you extra protection against biting insects and an extra barrier to protect you in case you inadvertently bump up against some poison ivy or other irritating plant.\nLong pants – blue jeans or hiking pants\nTall socks that you can tuck your pants into (for tick protection)\nHat\nSunglasses\nClosed-toe shoes\n\nRegister today!
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-10-get-your-feet-wet-at-wetland-preserve/
LOCATION:Wetland Preserve\, 299 State Rte 100\, Palatka\, FL\, 32177\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@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 2385 Corbett St. (formerly Tabula Rasa) from 10 a.m. – 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/2023-10-rising-tides-mccoys-creek-cleanup/
LOCATION:Tabula Rasa Brewing\, 2385 Corbett Street\, 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:20231018T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T122123
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SUMMARY:River Rising: Brewing Up Solutions - Palatka
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 18 at 6 p.m. at 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 second Brewing Up Solutions Putnam event in our River Rising series. \nOur advocacy team will be on Day 2 of our October 2023 SAVe our River’s Grasses Expedition and will join conservationists Ben and Louann Williams to explore the importance of the St. Johns River’s submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) to the river’s health and to its fisheries\, as well as the importance of protecting and restoring our land\, wild spaces and wetlands. \nRegister\nRSVP here to let us know you’re coming. \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. \nMeet the Panel\nBen and Louann Williams are the owners of Wetland Preserve LLC\, Custom River Excursions and the founders and 35-year owner of Fisherman’s Dock Seafood Markets. They are actively conserving a 3\,725-acre area in northeast Florida so diverse it encompasses forests\, flatwoods\, sandhill and swamps\, and borders Rice Creek. They have lived on the eastbank of the St. Johns just south of Julington Creek for nearly 35 years. Ben and LouAnne were the 2021 Jon Gould Florida Outstanding Tree Farmers of the Year. \nThe Williams have taken on many roles as Florida land stewards. They work cooperatively with the FWC’s Landowner Assistance Program on conserving native wildlife and habitat\, and helped pioneer the first landowner-led prescribed burn association in the state. Along with being founding members of St. Johns Riverkeeper\, they belong to the FWC’s local Black Bear Stakeholder Group\, and offer recreation opportunities to wounded veterans through the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Operations Outdoor Freedom. They also use best management practices as a Stewardship Forest under the Florida Forest Service.
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-10-river-rising-brewing-up-solutions-palatka/
LOCATION:Azalea City Brewing\, 120 South 7th Street\, Palatka\, FL\, 32177
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Soraya Aidinejad":MAILTO:soraya@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T122123
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SUMMARY:Downtown Jax Community Cleanup in LaVilla
DESCRIPTION:Join Downtown Vision\, Build Up Downtown\, Downtown Investment Authority\, 904 Happy Hour\, NextUp Jax\, St. Johns Riverkeeper and Downtown Dwellers for a community cleanup in Downtown Jacksonville! We will be cleaning up the LaVilla district. \nCheck-in Location: 142 North Madison Street \nWhat to Bring:\n\nFULL Reusable Water Bottle\nHat\, Sunglasses\, Sunscreen\nClosed-toe shoes (required)\nOptional: Heavy duty gloves (if desired)\n\nRegister\nRegister with Downtown Vision on Eventbrite!
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-10-lavilla-cleanup-downtown-jax/
LOCATION:142 North Madison Street\, 142 North Madison Street\, 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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T220000
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CREATED:20230928T160909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T160909Z
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SUMMARY:Spooky SUP! Walk the Bridge
DESCRIPTION:We’re bringing back our Walk the Bridges event with a spooky twist! Wear your Halloween costume and join St. Johns Riverkeeper’s outreach and engagement specialist\, Steph Morse\, to check out the Fuller Warren Bridge Shared-Use Path\, better known locally as “The SUP.” Enjoy an unmatched view of the St. Johns River as we walk across the bridge connecting the Riverside and San Marco neighborhoods of Jacksonville. \nWe will meet and end the walk at the Riverside Ave. side of the Fuller Warren bridge\, across from Riverside Arts Market (RAM)\, which begins at 10 a.m. for anyone wanting to shop the market after our event. They’ll be hosting a special “Arf Barket” event with a dog costume contest\, pumpkin patch\, arts & crafts and more as well! See the RAM website for details. \nBring water\, apply sunscreen\, and wear good walking shoes! \nRegister\nRSVP here to let us know you’re coming!
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-10-spooky-sup-walk-the-bridge/
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="Steph Morse":MAILTO:steph@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260421T122123
CREATED:20231023T141155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T200002Z
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SUMMARY:Haunted Tails River Trail
DESCRIPTION:Join St. Johns RIVERKEEPER for an event after-hours with MOSH. Stroll through MOSH gardens and experience “spooky” animal encounters with candy & stories\, all culminating in a sunset social with hors d’oeuvres by the river. \nRegistration is required as space is limited. \nRegister\nPlease register here for everyone in your household who plans to attend. \nDetails\nYou’ll embark on a spooky journey starting at the MOSH’s Hixon Native Plant Courtyard. Wind your way through the Florida-native environment\, meet some of the Museum’s friendly animal inhabitants who have hair-raising stories to share\, and trek your way to the rushing waters of the #StJohnsRiver for hors d’oeuvres at sunset. Who will we be meeting along the way? \n🐍 Kingsnake Arthur\, an 18-year-old kingsnake\, has spent his entire life in the company of humans. However\, his brothers haven’t been as fortunate… \n🐸 Cuban Tree Frogs Our team of seven stands as a barrier against evil while thriving in human care. But what unfolds when this threat invades the wild? \n🐢 Gopher Tortoises Scute and Emmett love digging in the safety of their home in the Hixon Native Plant Courtyard\, but their wild counterparts have much more to worry about… \nCost\nAdult: $25 \nChild (under 12 years old): $15 \nRegister here!
URL:https://stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2023-10-haunted-tails-river-trail/
LOCATION:Museum of Science and History\, 1025 Museum Cir\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Your Feet Wet
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ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Jespersen":MAILTO:meredith@stjohnsriverkeeper.org
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