DECEMBER 2023

The St. Johns County Parks and Recreation Department is committed to a thriving local park system, the opportunity for our residents and visitors to enjoy healthy, active lifestyles, and the preservation of the natural beauty of our environment. Explore the many ways parks and recreation make our communities happier and healthier by providing a place where community, innovation, and stewardship come together.

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Veterans Activities

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Fishing Lingo

Jan. 24

9 a.m. - 11 a.m.


Brush up on all the fishing lingo you need to be an informed fisherman or fisherwoman in a hands-on program designed in partnership with Veteran's Affairs.

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Pickleball

Dec. 13

9 a.m. - 11 a.m.


Meet up with fellow military veterans to play pickleball in a program designed in partnership with Veteran's Affairs.






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Archery

Dec. 20

7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.


Channel your inner Robin Hood and practice the finer points of bow and arrow in a program designed in partnership with Veteran's Affairs.



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Outdoor Activities

Geocaching 101

Geocaching 102

Dec. 9

10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

11 a.m. - noon

Dec. 15

10 a.m. - noon


Learn what geocaching is and how you and your family can get started on a modern-day treasure hunt.

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Family

Bird Walk

Dec. 16

10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.


Come for a morning walk around Cora Harrison Preserve and learn the skills and techniques needed to start your birding journey. 



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1st of the Year Hike

Jan. 3

9 a.m. - noon


Explore the trails of Nocatee Preserve and learn about its plants and wildlife on a 3- to 4-mile group hike.




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Deep Creek Kayak Trip

Jan. 4 and 5

10 a.m. - 1 p.m.


Go on a beautiful guided trip of Deep Creek and the surrounding conservation land.



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Night

Under the Stars

Dec. 15

5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.


Learn about the night sky—the constellations, star names, and more—from the Ancient City Astronomy Club.

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Fishing

101

Jan. 3, 10, 17 and 31

9 a.m. - 11 a.m.


Learn the ins and outs of saltwater fishing in Florida with these informative, hands-on classes.



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More Upcoming Programs

Crafty Tots

Dec. 6, 13, and 20

10 a.m. - 11 a.m.


Toddlers get to show their creative sides with various crafts they can complete with the help of a parent or guardian. 

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Indoor Volleyball

Every Tuesday and Thursday

6 p.m. - 9 p.m.


Come meet new friends while playing volleyball at Ketterlinus Gym.

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Adult Basketball

Every Monday and Wednesday

6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.


Players 25 and older are welcome for a regular season of basketball leading up to a double-elimination tournament.

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Teen Night

Dec. 15

7 p.m. - 9 p.m.


A night of fun for teens in the Hastings community.

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2023 Hastings Hometown Christmas Parade

Dec. 9

10 a.m.


Come for the holiday fun and floats as St. Johns County Parks and Recreation teams up with the Hastings Branch Library, the Rotary Club of Hastings, and Team UP Hastings.

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Christmas Slumber Day Party

(Parents' Night Out)

Dec. 16

Noon - 4 p.m.


Bring your kids for an afternoon of fun games and holiday cheer in their pajamas while you get four hours to yourself.

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2024 Treecycling

Dec. 26 - Jan. 3

9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.


Bring your Christmas trees to our "Treecycling" centers where they'll be made into mulch for St. Johns County parks.

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For more information about the St. Johns County Parks and Recreation Department, please contact our main office, 2175 Mizell Road, St. Augustine, at 904-209-0333.