Florida Naturalist Experience Institute of Natural Conservation:
- When: Sunday, February 1, 2026, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Road, St. Augustine, FL 32080
- Cost: $90
Join the Florida Naturalist Experience Institute of Natural Conservation (FNE INC) for a special coastal edition of our signature outdoor experience at Anastasia State Park in St. Augustine, Florida.
Set within one of Northeast Florida’s most extraordinary and rare coastal hardwood hammock ecosystems, this immersive event offers a unique opportunity to explore a landscape that has largely disappeared from Florida’s coastlines. Anastasia State Park protects more than 1,600 acres of pristine beaches, tidal marshes, dunes, and maritime hammock, where ancient live oaks, cabbage palms, and dense understory plants create a cool, shaded refuge just steps from the Atlantic Ocean. These hammocks are among the most biologically diverse coastal habitats in the state and provide critical shelter for migratory birds, native wildlife, and resilient plant communities shaped by wind, salt, and sea.
Led by our Certified Florida Master Naturalists, guests will enjoy a guided interpretive walk through this remarkable environment, learning how coastal hammocks form, why they are so rare, and the vital role protected lands like Anastasia State Park play in Florida’s long-term conservation efforts.
Following the hike, guests will gather for a chef-prepared, three-course seafood feast, thoughtfully designed to celebrate Florida’s coastal flavors. Prepared fresh on-site, this elevated dining experience transforms the afternoon into a memorable blend of education, community, and cuisine—surrounded by one of the state’s most beautiful natural settings.
Whether you come for the learning, the food, or the chance to slow down and connect with nature, this experience offers a meaningful way to engage with Florida’s wild coast.
Tuition includes:
-A guided interpretive walk through Anastasia State Park’s coastal hardwood hammock
Educational insights from Certified Florida Master Naturalists
-A chef-prepared, three-course seafood meal served outdoors
FNE INC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting people with Florida’s natural landscapes through hands-on education, conservation awareness, and community-centered experiences
-Funds raised through this event directly support our ability to continue offering educational workshops and outdoor programs across the state.
Special dietary needs can be accommodated with advance notice. Please inform us of any food restrictions at least three days prior to the event.
Space is limited. Advance registration is required. We can't wait to see you on the trail!
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- Category: Family Fun
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