Florida's Historic Coast Calendar of Events Nights of Lights Nov 2016-Jan 2017 | Page 4
First Saturday - GTM Research Reserve Guided Exploration Hike
The first Saturday of each month at 8:30 a.m., take a guided
exploration hike that focuses on the Guana Peninsula’s 5,000 years
of human history. This 1.5-mile guided walking tour departs from
the Trailhead Pavilion located just west of the Guana Dam. The
programs are free. There is a $3 parking fee. 505 Guana River Rd.,
Ponte Vedra Beach 904-823-4500 www.gtmnerr.org
First Saturday - Militia Muster and Training at Fort Mose
Visit Fort Mose on the first Saturday from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. of each
month to be transported back to the 18th century. The members
of the Fort Mose Militia come together to practice their firing drills,
teach new Militia members historic weapons use and safety and
generally have an enjoyable Saturday at Fort Mose. Visitors will
experience historic weapons demonstrations including musket firing
drills. Children of all ages will have the opportunity to participate
in the children’s militia training using wooden toy muskets and
authentic uniform accessories. The park is open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission into the park is free. Admission into the Visitor Center is
$2 per person. 15 Fort Mose Trl., St. Augustine 904-823-2232
www.floridastateparks.org/park/fort-mose
First Saturday - Drum Runner Series Barrel Racing
at St. Johns County Fairgrounds
Saddle up and head over to the St. Johns County Fairgrounds
for monthly barrel, pole and other timed speed horse events. The
event is open to public; free for spectators. Participants must have own
horse. Participation fees are $15 for St. Johns County Horse Council
members and $25 for non-members. Awards will be presented for each
age group in each event. The races are held at the St. Johns County
Fairgrounds. 5840 S.R. 207, Elkton 904-588-8017 www.sjchc.org
Second Saturday - Free St. Augustine Pet Walk Pup Crawl
Explore the timeless streets of St. Augustine and hear tales of the
city’s rich history while touring with your beloved pets. This free,
one-hour guided walking tour covers several square blocks of the
downtown plaza area. All pets must be leashed and all city pet
ordinances followed. This is a great way to share quality time with
man’s best friend and explore the nation’s oldest city. Tour departs
at 10 a.m. from Tour Saint Augustine. Reservations required.
4 Granada St., St. Augustine 904-825-0087 www.staugcitywalks.com
Second Saturday - Plant Sale
Washington Oaks Gardens State Park hosts its monthly plant sale
from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Regular park entrance fee of $5 per vehicle,
up to eight people; $4 per vehicle for single occupancy or $2 per
person on bicycle applies. 6400 N. Oceanshore Blvd., Palm Coast
386-446-6783 www.floridastateparks.org/park/washington-oaks
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