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World Migratory BIrd Day

April 24, 2024

Celebrate the spring migration as birds from around the world make Timucuan Preserve’s thousands of acres their temporary home. This year’s spring migration here in the park also lines up with National Park Week! Timucuan Preserve invites you to enjoy: Tag along with the Duval Audubon Society free bird hikes during the event. These hikes are great for beginners and … Read more

Volunteers on shoreline collecting litter with park ranger on the right

Post-Hurricane Ian Shoreline Cleanup

October 13, 2022

Join us for a shoreline cleanup at Fort Caroline National Memorial. Presumably 3 years worth of debris got dumped in one day by Hurricane Ian! Wear closed-toe shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Bring a reusable water bottle and, if you have them, small hand/gardening tools which help in digging up debris. Visit our Volunteer page for the … Read more

Park paintings displayed on walls

“Celebrate & Explore Our Wilderness Parks” exhibit

October 13, 2022

Come learn about the 7 Creeks Recreation Area and the Barrier Islands Parks, view breathtaking art inspired by parks right here in Northeast Florida and discover how our natural spaces instill a sense of place and a sense of well-being. Our exhibition features images highlighting the beauty of the area’s parks and preserves. Starting August 31, 2022, Timucuan Parks Foundation’s … Read more

Ribault’s Landing

February 25, 2020

THIS EVENT IS CANCELED. Local history will come alive at Fort Caroline National Memorial from 10 AM to 3 PM during the annual commemoration of the French naval expedition that landed along the banks of the St. Johns River in the 16th century. On May 1, 1562, Captain Jean Ribault, along with several ships, landed at the mouth of what … Read more

Ribault’s Landing

February 25, 2020

THIS EVENT IS CANCELED. Local history will come alive at Fort Caroline National Memorial from 10 AM to 3 PM during the annual commemoration of the French naval expedition that landed along the banks of the St. Johns River in the 16th century. On May 1, 1562, Captain Jean Ribault, along with several ships, landed at the mouth of what … Read more

St. Johns River Cleanup and Celebration – 3 Parks

February 25, 2020

THESE SERVICE PROJECTS ARE CANCELED. Join Timucuan Parks Foundation as we partner with the City of Jacksonville and Keep Jacksonville Beautiful in their annual city-wide St. Johns River Cleanup and Celebration! Please visit your favorite park and/or join TPF at: Fort Caroline National Memorial 12713 Fort Caroline Rd Jacksonville, FL 32225 9 to 11 AM Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park 500 … Read more

St. Johns River Cleanup and Celebration – 3 Parks

February 25, 2020

THESE SERVICE PROJECTS ARE CANCELED. Join Timucuan Parks Foundation as we partner with the City of Jacksonville and Keep Jacksonville Beautiful in their annual city-wide St. Johns River Cleanup and Celebration! Please visit your favorite park and/or join TPF at: Fort Caroline National Memorial 12713 Fort Caroline Rd Jacksonville, FL 32225 9 to 11 AM Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park 500 … Read more

Timucuan Parks Foundation and AARP host Healthy Living Series

November 12, 2019

November’s walk will be held at Fort Caroline National Memorial Timucuan Parks Foundation and AARP invite the community to join them for Healthy Living: Fresh Air, Fitness, Friendship and Fun, a series of free monthly walks in parks and preserves on the First Coast. Healthy Living: Hike into History will take place on Thursday, Nov. 14 at Fort Caroline National … Read more

St. Johns River Cleanup and Celebration

February 15, 2019

Join Timucuan Parks Foundation as we partner with the City of Jacksonville and Keep Jacksonville Beautiful in their annual city-wide St. Johns River Cleanup and Celebration! Please visit your favorite park and/or join TPF at: Fort Caroline National Memorial 12713 Fort Caroline Rd Jacksonville, FL 32225 9 to 11 AM Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park 500 Wonderwood Drive Jacksonville, FL 32233 … Read more

St. Johns River Cleanup and Celebration

February 15, 2019

Join Timucuan Parks Foundation as we partner with the City of Jacksonville and Keep Jacksonville Beautiful in their annual city-wide St. Johns River Cleanup and Celebration! Please visit your favorite park and/or join TPF at: Fort Caroline National Memorial 12713 Fort Caroline Rd Jacksonville, FL 32225 9 to 11 AM Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park 500 Wonderwood Drive Jacksonville, FL 32233 … Read more