Military Veteran Fishing: Surf Fishing

The St. Johns County Parks and Recreation Department welcomes military veterans to a Surf Fishing Workshop on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.

This hands-on event for all ages provides veterans, and their family members, the chance to learn surf fishing techniques and enjoy a morning by the ocean. Engage in instructional activities while fishing in a supportive and relaxed environment guided by knowledgeable staff.

Bring your own fishing gear—equipment is available if needed.

All attendees must possess a valid shore saltwater fishing license or qualify for an exemption under guidelines set by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).

Event Details

Admission: Free. Register online to secure a spot in this event.

When: Wednesday, May 27, 2026, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. 

Where: Frank B. Butler Park (East), located at 5860 A1A S. St. Augustine, Florida 32080

How to Register for an Event

1. We cannot attach a link to a particular event, so the link is to the catalogue of all Parks and Recreation Events. You can scroll down to find the event we posted and other events of interest to you. Hint: Most of the ones we post are in the parent categories Guided Walks and Nature Programs.
2. To register for an event, you must create an account and log in to your account. They require prior registration for most events, even the free ones.

The Events We Post

• Guided Walks—Bike tours are also in this category
• Classes and Workshops—Usually, the infrequent workshops and historic tours.
• Kayak Trips
• Veteran Programs
  • Military Veteran Archery
  • Military Veteran Fishing
  • Military Veteran Kayaking

Fees

Some programs are free to all, some are free to residents, and require everyone to pay a fee, though they may offer residents a discount.

Other County Opportunities

• We don't list all of the events the county offers, and you may find others that interest you. The category menu at the top shows how many events are currently listed under a particular category. 
• The category menu also links to several county rental and permit programs:
  • Beach Accessible Wheelchairs
  • Beach Permits
  • Boat Ramp Permits
  • Pavilion Rentals