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For nature lovers & active explorers.
Recreational Events
Yoga in the Garden
Third Saturdays | 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
The Lightner Museum hosts yoga in the Radzinski Family Garden.
Beach Shuttles for Anastasia and Vilano
Several Days in the Summer of 2025
Free shuttles make it easier to park and ride to the beaches in July.
Yoga on the Lawn
Every Wednesday & Sunday | 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
The Ximenez-Fatio House hosts yoga in the museum's serene lawn.
First Friday Garden Walk at Washington Oaks
First Friday of the Month | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Join park rangers and explore the history and beauty of Washington Oaks.
Guided Exploration Hike
First Saturday of the Month | 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Guests explore the flora and fauna of the Guana Peninsula.
Drum Runner Series Barrel Racing
Select Saturdays, Jan. - Nov., 2025 | 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
These monthly equestrian competitions are free for spectators.
Bird Walk at Anastasia State Park
Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025 & Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025 | 8:15 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Volunteers lead a nature walk to discover birds that call the park home.
Murabella Kids Triathlon
Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025 | 9:00 a.m.
Children ages 6 to 14 compete in a chip-timed triathlon.
GTM Research Reserve: Family Seining
Second Saturday of the Month | 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Families can learn how to cast a seine net to collect various fish and crab species.
GTM Research Reserve: Beach Exploration
Third Saturday of the Month | 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
The GTM Research Reserve hosts a guided beach hike on the third Saturday of each month.
SurfQuest Beach Days
Select Saturdays | 1:00 p.m.
Volunteers make the beach and surf accessible to people with disabilities.
First Coast Kids Swim Run Race
Sunday, Aug. 24, 2025 | 9:00 a.m.
Exciting kids duathlon at the Aberdeen Amenity Center.