A Florida Park Ranger will illustrate some of the techniques anglers use to catch fish and the importance of conservation and safety. Participants will learn to identify saltwater fish species commonly caught in this area, and will learn how to use a fishing rod & reel. Each workshop will be hands-on with participants fishing along the bank of the Intracoastal Waterway while applying their newly learned skills. All fishing gear will be furnished for each participant to use during the workshop, including complete rod & reel, fishing tackle and bait. This workshop is open for ages 8-15 years old and the fee is $20.00 per participant, which includes the park entrance fee.
Washington Oaks Gardens State Park, 6400 North Oceanshore Blvd., Palm Coast, FL
Please call 386.446.6783 or e-mail: Washington.Oaks.Gardens@dep.state.fl.us
Hours: 9 a.m. to noon
Admission: $20 per person
GTM Research Reserve National Estuaries Day
Bring the family for a fun and educational day when the GTM Research Reserve celebrates National Estuaries Day! Included in the festivities will be live animal presentations, touch tanks, kayak tour (reservations required), nature crafts for kids of all ages, estuary games and activities, and presentations throughout the day – some with live animals!
Hours: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Admission: $2 per person
GTM Research Reserve Environmental Education Center
Saturday, Sep. 27, 2008
505 Guana River Rd
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
Call 904.823.4500
www.gtmnerr.org
Night Owl Cinema: Grease – St Augustine, Fl
Enjoy a night with the family in the open air while watching the movie Grease on the big screen at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, Florida’s newest outdoor arts and cultural venue. Admission to Night Owl Cinema Series is free and the show begins at 8 p.m.
Friday, Sep. 26, 2008
St. Augustine Amphitheatre, 1340 A1A South, St. Augustine, FL 32080
Please call 904.471.1965 or visit www.StAugAmphitheatre.com
Jekyll Island Buggy Expo (JIBE)
The Jekyll Island Buggy Expo is a kite buggy rally and fun-fly for kite buggy enthusiasts and all power and traction kiters. The staging area will be on Kite Beach in front of Blackbeard’s Seafood Restaurant. Kite buggy pilots will get a chance to cruise one of the best kite friendly beaches on the East Coast. Members of the public interested in trying their hand at power kiting are welcome to attend free demo clinics on Saturday and Sunday afternoons between 1:00 and 4:00 pm.
The event is being produced by Coastal Wind Sports, Inc. and all proceeds will benefit the Georgia Sea Turtle Center.
Angus Campbell at 912-265-1149
Registration and further event details can be found at Jekyll Island Buggy Expo website.
Make a Scene in Jax
Be seen making a scene every Thursday in September at Downtown On Tap in downtown Jacksonville!
Stop by your favorite downtown bars for drink specials, giveaways and more!
Free parking during Downtown On Tap! Andrea VillelaJax Center Garage after 5 p.m.
Located on the corner of Bay St. and Ocean St.
Courthouse West Lot after 6 p.m.
Located behind the courthouse off Liberty St. and Coastline Dr.
Both parking areas are just a short walk to Downtown on Tap participating bars. Metered spaces are free after 6 p.m.
Click here for a printable flyer with Downtown On Tap specials, parking information and more.
September 25 5-8 p.m.
