Friends of Anastasia State Park

Walk on the Wild Side
2024-02-04 09:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Blvd, St Augustine, FL, 32080
Date: Sunday, February 4, 2024
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Road, St. Augustine, FL 32080
Description:
Join us for a fun and educational hike through Anastasia State Park with one of our experienced and knowledgeable volunteers! This walk starts out on the beautiful shoreline, continues up through the sand dunes, and travels along the boardwalk over the salt marsh. The walk will continue along Salt Run, our estuarine habitat, and through the maritime hammock.
Participants will discover an assortment of flora and fauna that populate the several ecosystems of Anastasia, and they will increase their knowledge of the history of the park and the surrounding area. Suggested items to bring are binoculars, comfortable walking shoes, a camera, a reusable water bottle, bug spray, and sunscreen.
Meet in front of the Island Beach Shop & Grill at the end of the main park road to join.
*This event is weather permitting and subject to cancellation.
Cost:
Program is free with regular park admission fee. ($8.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle. $4.00 per single-occupant vehicle. $2.00 per pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass).
For more information please contact the park at (904) 461-2033. For more about Anastasia State Park or Florida State Parks visit, www.FloridaStateParks.org.

Walk on the Wild Side
2024-01-19 09:30 - 11:30 | Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Blvd, St Augustine, FL, 32080
Date: Friday, January 19, 2024
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Road, St. Augustine, FL 32080
Description:
Join us for a fun and educational hike through Anastasia State Park with one of our experienced and knowledgeable volunteers! This walk starts out on the beautiful shoreline, continues up through the sand dunes, and travels along the boardwalk over the salt marsh. The walk will continue along Salt Run, our estuarine habitat, and through the maritime hammock.
Participants will discover an assortment of flora and fauna that populate the several ecosystems of Anastasia, and they will increase their knowledge of the history of the park and the surrounding area. Suggested items to bring are binoculars, comfortable walking shoes, a camera, a reusable water bottle, bug spray, and sunscreen.
Meet in front of the Island Beach Shop & Grill at the end of the main park road to join.
*This event is weather permitting and subject to cancellation.
Cost:
Program is free with regular park admission fee. ($8.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle. $4.00 per single-occupant vehicle. $2.00 per pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass).
For more information please contact the park at (904) 461-2033. For more about Anastasia State Park or Florida State Parks visit, www.FloridaStateParks.org.

Walk on the Wild Side
2023-12-21 09:30 - 11:30 | Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Blvd, St Augustine, FL, 32080
Date: Thursday, December 21, 2023
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Road, St. Augustine, FL 32080
Description:
Join us for a fun and educational hike through Anastasia State Park with one of our experienced and knowledgeable volunteers! This walk starts out on the beautiful shoreline, continues up through the sand dunes, and travels along the boardwalk over the salt marsh. The walk will continue along Salt Run, our estuarine habitat, and through the maritime hammock.
Participants will discover an assortment of flora and fauna that populate the several ecosystems of Anastasia, and they will increase their knowledge of the history of the park and the surrounding area. Suggested items to bring are binoculars, comfortable walking shoes, a camera, a reusable water bottle, bug spray, and sunscreen.
Meet in front of the Island Beach Shop & Grill at the end of the main park road to join.
*This event is weather permitting and subject to cancellation.
Cost:
Program is free with regular park admission fee. ($8.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle. $4.00 per single-occupant vehicle. $2.00 per pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass).
For more information please contact the park at (904) 461-2033. For more about Anastasia State Park or Florida State Parks visit, www.FloridaStateParks.org.

Guided Bird Walk
2023-12-10 08:15 - 10:00 | Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Blvd, St Augustine, FL, 32080
Date: Sunday, December 10, 2023
Time: 8:15 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Location: Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Road, St. Augustine, FL 32080
Description:
Come meet the birds at Anastasia State Park on this monthly bird walk! This fun and informative walk is open to participants of all birding levels. Participants will observe a diverse variety of shore birds, marsh birds, and hammock birds by walking the beach, boardwalks, nature trails, and other areas. Please dress for the weather and bring binoculars, water, comfortable walking shoes, and a field guide if you have one. Meet at the Island Beach Shop & Grill parking lot at the end of the main park drive. This event is weather permitting and subject to cancellation.
Cost:
Program is free with regular park admission fee. ($8.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle. $4.00 per single-occupant vehicle. $2.00 per pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass).
For more information please contact the park at (904) 461-2033. For more about Anastasia State Park or Florida State Parks visit, www.FloridaStateParks.org.

Walk on the Wild Side
2023-12-07 09:30 - 11:30 | Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Blvd, St Augustine, FL, 32080
Date: Thursday, December 7, 2023
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Road, St. Augustine, FL 32080
Description:
Join us for a fun and educational hike through Anastasia State Park with one of our experienced and knowledgeable volunteers! This walk starts out on the beautiful shoreline, continues up through the sand dunes, and travels along the boardwalk over the salt marsh. The walk will continue along Salt Run, our estuarine habitat, and through the maritime hammock.
Participants will discover an assortment of flora and fauna that populate the several ecosystems of Anastasia, and they will increase their knowledge of the history of the park and the surrounding area. Suggested items to bring are binoculars, comfortable walking shoes, a camera, a reusable water bottle, bug spray, and sunscreen.
Meet in front of the Island Beach Shop & Grill at the end of the main park road to join.
*This event is weather permitting and subject to cancellation.
Cost:
Program is free with regular park admission fee. ($8.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle. $4.00 per single-occupant vehicle. $2.00 per pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass).
For more information please contact the park at (904) 461-2033. For more about Anastasia State Park or Florida State Parks visit, www.FloridaStateParks.org.

Walk on the Wild Side
2023-11-22 09:30 - 11:30 | Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Blvd, St Augustine, FL, 32080
Date: Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Road, St. Augustine, FL 32080
Description:
Join us for a fun and educational hike through Anastasia State Park with one of our experienced and knowledgeable volunteers! This walk starts out on the beautiful shoreline, continues up through the sand dunes, and travels along the boardwalk over the salt marsh. The walk will continue along Salt Run, our estuarine habitat, and through the maritime hammock.
Participants will discover an assortment of flora and fauna that populate the several ecosystems of Anastasia, and they will increase their knowledge of the history of the park and the surrounding area. Suggested items to bring are binoculars, comfortable walking shoes, a camera, a reusable water bottle, bug spray, and sunscreen.
Meet in front of the Island Beach Shop & Grill at the end of the main park road to join.
*This event is weather permitting and subject to cancellation.
Cost:
Program is free with regular park admission fee. ($8.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle. $4.00 per single-occupant vehicle. $2.00 per pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass).
For more information please contact the park at (904) 461-2033. For more about Anastasia State Park or Florida State Parks visit, www.FloridaStateParks.org.

Guided Salt Run Paddle
2023-11-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Blvd, St Augustine, FL, 32080
Date: Sunday, November 19, 2023
Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location:
Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Road, St. Augustine, FL 32080
Please meet at Anastasia Watersports
Description:
Join in a guided paddle down our beautiful salt run and experience the diverse wildlife and peaceful scenery.
In order to participate in this program, one:
• Must have the ability to follow visual and/or verbal instruction independently or with the assistance of a companion.
• Must wear a PFD and have a whistle at all times while on the water
• Must have the ability to withstand exposure to the outdoors for up to two hours, this includes currents/wave action, and exposure to insects.
• Must have the ability to operate a watercraft independently, which includes paddling against and with a current, entry/exit of the watercraft, and maneuvering the watercraft around other vessels.
• Also masks cannot be used while on the water. They present a health hazard if the paddler ends up in the water while wearing a mask.
•Contact Brian Murphy at MurphyKayak@gmail.com to register for the trip. Space is limited.
• If you need to rent a kayak, you can contact Anastasia Watersports. https://anastasiawatersports.com/
*This event is weather permitting and subject to cancellation.
Cost:
Program is free with regular park admission fee. ($8.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle. $4.00 per single-occupant vehicle. $2.00 per pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass).

Guided Bird Walk
2023-11-08 08:15 - 10:00 | Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Blvd, St Augustine, FL, 32080
Date: Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Time: 8:15 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Location: Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Road, St. Augustine, FL 32080
Description:
Come meet the birds at Anastasia State Park on this monthly bird walk! This fun and informative walk is open to participants of all birding levels. Participants will observe a diverse variety of shore birds, marsh birds, and hammock birds by walking the beach, boardwalks, nature trails, and other areas. Please dress for the weather and bring binoculars, water, comfortable walking shoes, and a field guide if you have one. Meet at the Island Beach Shop & Grill parking lot at the end of the main park drive. This event is weather permitting and subject to cancellation.
Cost:
Program is free with regular park admission fee. ($8.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle. $4.00 per single-occupant vehicle. $2.00 per pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass).
For more information please contact the park at (904) 461-2033. For more about Anastasia State Park or Florida State Parks visit, www.FloridaStateParks.org.

Guided Salt Run Paddle
2023-10-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Blvd, St Augustine, FL, 32080
Date: Sunday, October 29, 2023
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location:
Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Road, St. Augustine, FL 32080
Please meet at Anastasia Watersports
Description:
Join in a beautiful guided paddle down our Salt Run and experience the diverse wildlife and peaceful scenery we have here at Anastasia State Park.
In order to participate in this program, one:
• Must have the ability to follow visual and/or verbal instruction independently or with the assistance of a companion.
• Must wear a PFD and have a whistle at all times while on the water
• Must have the ability to withstand exposure to the outdoors for up to two hours, this includes currents/wave action, and exposure to insects.
• Must have the ability to operate a watercraft independently, which includes paddling against and with a current, entry/exit of the watercraft, and maneuvering the watercraft around other vessels.
• Also masks cannot be used while on the water. They present a health hazard if the paddler ends up in the water while wearing a mask.
•Contact Brian Murphy at MurphyKayak@gmail.com to register for the trip. Space is limited.
• If you need to rent a kayak, you can contact Anastasia Watersports. https://anastasiawatersports.com/
*This event is weather permitting and subject to cancellation.
Cost:
Program is free with regular park admission fee. ($8.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle. $4.00 per single-occupant vehicle. $2.00 per pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass).

Photo Scavenger Hunt
2023-08-18 09:00 - 11:00 | Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Blvd, St Augustine, FL, 32080
Date: Friday, August 18, 2023
Time: 9 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Location: Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Road, St. Augustine, FL 32080
Description:
Bring your smartphone or digital camera and have fun taking pictures to complete a photo scavenger hunt while exploring the park! Work alone or as a team. Participants can compete for prizes and more importantly have fun in the Great Outdoors! Some of the items will be easy, and some may be more challenging.
Please bring a refillable water bottle, bug spray, sunscreen, appropriate clothing, and wear comfortable shoes. This is a self-guided program, therefore, to participate you must meet at the Island Beach Grill in the park at the start of the program, and return to the same meeting spot at the end of the program.
Cost:
Program is free with regular park admission fee. ($8.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle. $4.00 per single-occupant vehicle. $2.00 per pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass)

Spooky Salt Run Paddle
2022-10-30 10:00 - 12:00 | FL
Date: Sunday, October 30, 2022
Time: 10 a.m. – 12 a.m.
Location:
Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Road, St. Augustine, FL 32080
Please meet at Anastasia Watersports
Description:
We invite you to decorate your kayak and wear your favorite costume for a spooktacular paddle down the beautiful Salt Run. PFDs are still required. (Costumes optional)
In order to participate in this program, one:
• Must have the ability to follow visual and/or verbal instruction independently or with the assistance of a companion.
• Must wear a PFD and have a whistle at all times while on the water
• Must have the ability to withstand exposure to the outdoors for up to two hours, this includes currents/wave action, and exposure to insects.
• Must have the ability to operate a watercraft independently, which includes paddling against and with a current, entry/exit of the watercraft, and maneuvering the watercraft around other vessels.
• Also masks cannot be used while on the water. They present a health hazard if the paddler ends up in the water while wearing a mask.
•Contact Brian Murphy at MurphyKayak@gmail.com to register for the trip. Space is limited.
• If you need to rent a kayak, you can contact Anastasia Watersports. https://anastasiawatersports.com/
*This event is weather permitting and subject to cancellation.
Cost:
Program is free with regular park admission fee. ($8.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle. $4.00 per single-occupant vehicle. $2.00 per pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass).

Let's Talk Turtle
2020-01-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Blvd, St Augustine, FL, 32080
Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2020
Time: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Location: Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Road, St. Augustine, FL 32080
Description:
Join us in discovering the wonderful sea turtles of Anastasia State Park! You will learn about how we identify the turtle nests, hatching, and the great journey they begin after leaving the beach and the dangers they encounter in our oceans. This is a fun-filled, energetic program about these miraculous animals who have been on Earth for millions of years!
Cost:
This program is free with regular park admission fees. ($8.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle. $4.00 per single-occupant vehicle. $2.00 per pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass). This event is weather permitting and subject to cancellation.
For more information please contact the park at (904) 461-2033. For more about Anastasia State Park or Florida State Parks visit, www.FloridaStateParks.org.
Upcoming ‘Let’s Talk Turtle” Programs: Wednesday, February 26, 2020, from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Location: Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Road, St. Augustine, FL 32080

Annual Meeting
2020-01-18 12:00 - 14:00 | Anastasia Water Sports, 850 Anastasia Park Rd, St Augustine, FL, 32080
There is no better way to celebrate than with friends; and we would like to celebrate with you! Every year we hold an Annual Friends of Anastasia State Park meeting. This meeting of Friends gives us an opportunity to let you all know what we have accomplished at our State Park in 2019 and what is being planned for 2020.
2020 is a very special year – Florida State Parks is having a birthday – we are celebrating 85 years of service – we are planning a big birthday celebration in March while Anastasia State Park celebrates our 71st birthday (yep Anastasia State Park was established in 1949).
We can also use your help – we currently have several committee and board member openings, please inquire if interested.
Park admission is free for Friends and attendees of this event. Please join us as we recap 2019 and gear up for a fun-filled 2020 with big plans, and as always, lots of love for our little piece of paradise, Anastasia State Park.
Please check to see when your Friends Membership Card will expire – you can renew at our Friends website (via PayPal) or you can mail you renewal (with a check) to Friends of Anastasia – 1340A A1A South, St. Augustine, FL 32080. You can also make a donation to Friends at either place.

Dolphin Walk
2019-11-30 16:00 - 17:00 | Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Blvd, St Augustine, FL, 32080
Date: Saturday, November 30, 2019
Time: 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Road, St. Augustine, FL 32080
Description:
Join Marineland Dolphin Adventures for a beautiful dolphin beach walk at Anastasia State Park! We’ll learn how to increase our chances of seeing dolphins, how to know what we’re seeing when we see them, and why these dolphins are so important in our local community. This one-hour easy walk is ideal for children and adults, experts and admirers. While we can’t guarantee a dolphin sighting, we certainly can guarantee a beautiful stroll on the beach and a gathering of active learners!
Please dress for the weather and meet at the Island Beach Shop & Grill pavilion located at the end of the main park drive. This event is weather permitting and subject to cancellation.
Cost:
Free with regular park admission fee. ($8.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle. $4.00 per single-occupant vehicle. $2.00 per pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass).

Beach Clean Up
2019-11-23 09:00 - 11:00 | Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Blvd, St Augustine, FL, 32080
Come join us for a walk on the beach and fresh ocean breezes while you help pick up trash to keep our beach beautiful and safe for guests and wildlife!
Please dress for the weather and bring sunscreen, bug spray, water and any other items that will make your hike more enjoyable. If you have your own set of gloves or 5-gallon bucket, please bring them so we can reduce our own waste. Rubber gloves and trash bags will still be provided.
Park entry is free for participating volunteers! After the cleanup, you can enjoy a lunch at Island Beach Grill or relax on the beach and admire your hard work.
To join, please meet at the beach parking lot near Island Beach Grill where you will sign-in to participate in the program. Please RSVP by emailing Rita Roberts at rrinletplace@att.net.
For more information please contact the park at (904) 461-2033. For more about Anastasia State Park or Florida State Parks visit, www.FloridaStateParks.org.

Bats Celebration
2019-10-30 17:00 - 18:00 | Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Blvd, St Augustine, FL, 32080
Batty for Bats Celebration
Date: Wednesday, October 30, 2019
Time: 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Location: Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Road, St. Augustine, FL 32080
Description:
Join Anastasia State Park as we celebrate our flying mammal friends! Bat Week, (happening October 24-31), helps dispel the undeserved reputation bats have for being bad. Since bats are wonderful and very beneficial to our environment, we want to celebrate these amazing creatures with you! This family-friendly program will start with an educational talk followed by an easy “bat craft” at the end of the presentation. All participants who come dressed up as a bat will get a special prize!
Cost:
Program is free with regular park admission fee. ($8.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle. $4.00 per single-occupant vehicle. $2.00 per pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass).
For press questions regarding our programs or events, please email Park Services Specialist, Chanell Guillaume at, Chanell.Guillaume@FloridaDEP.gov.
Thank you!

Full Moon Paddle
2019-10-13 18:15 - 19:45 | Anastasia Water Sports, 850 Anastasia Park Rd, St Augustine, FL, 32080
Date: Sunday, October 13, 2019
Time: 6:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
Location: Anastasia Watersports at Anastasia State Park, 850 Anastasia Park Road, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
Description:
Join Anastasia Watersports and experience breathtaking views as the sun sets and the full-moon rises illuminating the Salt Run tidal basin. Multiple watercraft options include single kayaks, tandem kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Private boats welcome at a lower rate. Includes an interpretive, storytelling element during the paddle. Please check in at Anastasia Watersports 15-30 minutes prior to departure. Please call Anastasia Watersports at (904) 460-9111 to make a reservation.
Cost:
Program fee: $35 for program and rental, including lifejackets and paddles. $25 per child (6-16 years old) for program and rental, including lifejackets and paddles. Bring your own boat and the cost is $20 to join. Park admission fee: $8.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle. $4.00 per single-occupant vehicle. $2.00 per pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass.

Monthly Board Meeting
2019-10-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Water Sports Education Building, 850 Anastasia Park Rd, St. Augustine, FL, 32080
We welcome you to join us for our monthly board meeting. Our meetings are on the 2nd Thursday of the month and are usually held at the Park Administration Building located across the parking lot from The Amp. This month we are holding our meeting at the Water Sports Education Building since there is a concert at The Amp.
Learn about upcoming events and how you can help volunteer for Anastasia State Park.
