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Saturday October 3, 6 P.M. - 9 P.M.
St. Augustine Alligator Farm
The St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park hosts CRCOtoberFest annually, partnering with breweries and vendors throughout Florida to offer sample beers, food, and live music as you stroll through the zoo and learn about conservation work happening right here in St Johns County. Matanzas Riverkeeper will be on-site hosting an outreach booth. Stop by to learn how you can get involved and help protect our estuary! Tickets to CROCtoberFest can be purchased here.
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Saturday October 10, 9 A.M. - 4 P.M.
St. Johns County Fairgrounds
The St. Johns County Cattlemen's Association hosts this event at the St. Johns County Fairgrounds featuring horse games, a vendor market, food, and barbecue. Gates open at 6 a.m., and the event is from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Admission is $5 (cash only). Registration to compete in the horse games ranges from $5-$15. Matanzas Riverkeeper will be on-site hosting an outreach booth. Stop by to learn how you can get involved and help protect our estuary!
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Tuesday October 13, 10:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.
Genung's Fish Camp
The Litter Gitter is a program of Matanzas Riverkeeper that takes members of our community out on the river to remove trash from our waterways and to learn about the issues surrounding marine debris and litter. The namesake of the program is the Litter Gitter II: a bright yellow, 24- foot Carolina skiff, specially equipped for removing large volumes of debris. Public trips are offered monthly and are first-come-first-serve so RSVP today to reserve your seat!
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The Blvd Block Party
Friday October 16, 6:00 P.M. - 12:00 A.M.
Anastasia Blouevard
Experience the ultimate neighborhood block party and fall festival hosted by Second Bedroom Productions on Anastasia Boulevard. Just across the iconic Bridge of Lions, St. Augustine’s local music and arts scene is taking over the block for an unforgettable evening. Come out to support local musicians, independent artists, and neighborhood venues while enjoying incredible food, drinks, arcade games, and handmade goods. Matanzas is very grateful to be the beneficiary of this event, so come out to show your support for clean water!
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Taproom Tap In: St. Johns County Land Conservation
Tuesday October 20, 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.
Spinster Abbott's
Spinster Abbott’s hosts a civic happy hour series called Taproom Tap Ins, a monthly lecture series that encourage civic engagement and often focus on environmental issues. This Tap In will be focused on a choice on the November ballot in St. Johns County to bolster land conservation funding. Join the conversation and support local land conservation!
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Tuesday November 17, 6 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.
The Waterworks
Join Matanzas Riverkeeper for a special evening featuring the acclaimed environmental documentary The Keeper, directed by Jon Bowermaster. This powerful film chronicles the decades-long commitment, passion, and grassroots advocacy required to protect and preserve the vital river ecosystem of the Hudson River. The Hudson Riverkeeper started the Riverkeeper movement, which now totals nearly 300 organizations across the globe. Tickets (free) are required due to seating limitations. Secure your spot today to ensure you get to see this amazing film!
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Thursday November 19, 12 P.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Vilano Landing
The Litter Gitter is a program of Matanzas Riverkeeper that takes members of our community out on the river to remove trash from our waterways and to learn about the issues surrounding marine debris and litter. The namesake of the program is the Litter Gitter II: a bright yellow, 24- foot Carolina skiff, specially equipped for removing large volumes of debris. Public trips are offered monthly and are first-come-first-serve so RSVP today to reserve your seat!
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Friday December 4, 5 P.M.
Genung's Fish Camp
Save the date for Matanzas Riverkeeper's Anniversary Oyster Roast on December 4th, a celebration of another year of protecting and preserving our beloved waterways. Every oyster you shuck and every cheer you raise directly supports our mission. By attending, you are playing an essential role in our ongoing work to safeguard the health of the Guana, Tolomato, Matanzas estuary for future generations.
Tickets to the 2026 Oyster Roast can be purchased here.
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Tuesday December 15, 11 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.
Genung's Fish Camp
The Litter Gitter is a program of Matanzas Riverkeeper that takes members of our community out on the river to remove trash from our waterways and to learn about the issues surrounding marine debris and litter. The namesake of the program is the Litter Gitter II: a bright yellow, 24- foot Carolina skiff, specially equipped for removing large volumes of debris. Public trips are offered monthly and are first-come-first-serve so RSVP today to reserve your seat!
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