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Castaway Island Preserve

Camp Cooking Workshop

June 1, 2026

Join the Timucuan Parks Foundation for an evening of outdoor culinary fun and food at Castaway Island Preserve on Friday, June 12 from 6:00–8:00 PM. Whether you’re a seasoned camper or brand new to cooking outdoors, this hands-on workshop will teach you how to create delicious, simple meals in the backyard, at the campground, or on the trail. Chef Mark, … Read more

International Coastal Cleanup 2022

August 11, 2021

The International Coastal Cleanup is part of the annual international effort to keep the oceans (and all shorelines) clean. Join us for these cleanups of the St. Johns River shoreline at three locations: Fort Caroline National Memorial 12713 Ft Caroline Rd Meet at visitor’s center 9 – 11 AM Castaway Island Preserve 2921 San Pablo Rd S Meet at education … Read more

Working Wednesday Summer Project – Castaway Island Preserve

June 18, 2021

Trail and garden maintenance, and litter cleanup Castaway Island Preserve 2921 San Pablo Rd S Part of the Working Wednesday in the Parks summer volunteer projects with JaxParks, in partnership with the City of Jacksonville. Volunteers are asked to meet at 9 AM in the parking lot, wear closed-toed shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Also bring work … Read more

Working Wednesday Summer Project – Castaway Island Preserve

June 18, 2021

Trail and garden maintenance, and litter cleanup Castaway Island Preserve 2921 San Pablo Rd S Part of the Working Wednesday in the Parks summer volunteer projects with JaxParks, in partnership with the City of Jacksonville. Volunteers are asked to meet at 9 AM in the parking lot, wear closed-toed shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Also bring work … Read more