During our River & Roots field trip at Eartha's Farm & Market, students: 💧 Take an educational tour of the farm, test the soil & water on Moncrief Creek 💧 Learn about how human impacts affect our environment 💧 Learn about regenerative & sustainable agricultural processes & how they help our river

HB 441: conservation land swap proposal process transparency HB 1245: reduce the impact of sewage sludge on our waterways SB 1230/1019: require PFAS testing in biosolids & prohibit the use & sale of aqueous film-forming foam SB 1066/HB 981: restore the Ocklawaha & invest in river communities

“This program is about trusting residents to lead,” Trey Ford, Strategic Partnerships & Programming Coordinator at St. Johns Riverkeeper noted. “The people who live here know what their neighborhoods need.”

“What happens to the river will affect all of those in the watershed,” said coalition chair Jessica Finch, who works for the nonprofit St. Johns Riverkeeper. “A free-flowing Ocklawaha would increase (bio)diversity. It would allow the fish to natively spawn.” www.cfpublic.org/environment/...

Today is World Wetlands Day 💦 Wetlands are essential for the health of the St. Johns. They provide: 💧 water filtration, 💧flood prevention, 💧groundwater recharge, and so much more. 🗓️ Join us this Saturday as we celebrate World Wetlands Day. stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2026-0...

Upcoming Events Roundup! Get Your Feet Wet along the St. Johns River watershed: stjohnsriverkeeper.org/events/ 🥾 World Wetlands Day Celebration | Feb 7 🌱 Riverview Park Service Day | Feb 14 🚯 Moncrief Creek Cleanup | Feb 14 🚮 McCoys Creek Cleanup | Feb 15 🌳 Explore Wetland Preserve | Feb 28

Oyster reef on the Trout River in Jax 🦪 We worked with LISC Jax and RCCO to install these POSH Modules. 🦪 A single oyster can filter up to 50 gallons of water per day. 🎣 Oyster reefs create habitat for hundreds of aquatic species. 🌧️ Reefs are natural buffers against erosion and storm surges.

World Wetlands Day is Feb 2! 🌱 Wetlands are some of the most diverse & important ecosystems on the planet. They provide: 💧 Water Filtration 💧 Flood Prevention 💧 Groundwater Recharge Join us for a day among our local wetlands on Saturday, Feb 7. Learn more: stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2026-0...

"There was excellent fishing in the Ocklawaha before the dam,” White said. “And there will be excellent fishing if the dam is removed.” www.palatkadailynews.com/local-news/o...

Our Q1 #ResilientRibault stakeholder meeting brought together residents, community organizations, & city partners. 🌱 40+ attendees 🤝 20+ organizations 🗣️ Key conversations: Park improvements, nature-based solutions, and community-led resilience ✔️ Local voices, collective action.

"Some outdoor experiences in Florida are seasonal, but this paddle opportunity is only available every few years." Florida Master Naturalist Ryan Worthington penned a blog detailing some options for paddling the Ocklawaha during the drawdown. Read it here: explorethestjohns.com/ocklawaha-dr...

We're kicking off year ‼️14‼️ of cleaning up McCoys Creek this weekend! Consistent effort matters. 🗓️ McCoys Creek Cleanup | Sunday, Jan 18 from 10am - Noon | 168 S Myrtle Ave Help us make a difference this year! For the River - and her tributaries. 🚯 stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2026-0...

"On Tuesday, January 13, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., the Cummer-hosted panel will discuss how decisions about land use and infrastructure continue to shape the social and environmental fabric of the city."

Young Professionals! 📣 TONIGHT - learn more about Rising Tides and how you can get involved. ✔️ Volunteer Opportunities ✔️ Networking & Getting Out on the Water ✔️ Advocating for a Healthy River 🗓️ Tues, Jan 13 from 5:30-7:30pm at Aardwolf RSVP: stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2026-0...

The St. Johns Riverkeeper, Lisa Rinaman, was featured in the Jax Daily Record's Expert Insights for 2026: www.jaxdailyrecord.com/news/2026/ja...

January events round up! 🧘 Yoga Fundraiser 🤝 Rising Tides 2026 Launch Event (YPs) 📽️ Reunite the Rivers: Lost Springs Film Screening 🚯 McCoys Creek Cleanup 🛥️ Ocklawaha River Drawdown Cruises 🛶 Lost Springs of the Ocklawaha Paddle with Adventure Outpost More info: stjohnsriverkeeper.org/events/

You may not be on riverfront property... but if you're in our watershed, what you do affects our river! Much of the trash that ends up in our waterways originated on land. And, every bit of good helps! We recently cleaned up Riverside in the spirit of community coming together to protect our river.

Your St. Johns Riverkeeper spoke to WUFT Media about the biosolids (sewage sludge) from South Florida being spread near the headwaters of the St. Johns: www.wuft.org/environment/...

Through our Resilient Ribault initiative with LISC Jacksonville, we're working to provide equitable access to the river, clean water for locals to enjoy, and the necessary infrastructure improvements to mitigate flooding and improve community resilience.

2025 SJRK Wrapped 🎶 🚤 From cleaning up the banks of our river, to enhancing local student's knowledge of their river, to taking action to save the St. Johns - here are some highlights from our year.

One of the most important components of our work is education. For students to truly understand the importance of the river, they must have opportunities to experience it. Please consider making a year-end gift to help us continue to educate local students. stjohnsriverkeeper.org/join-give/do...

2025 Advocate of the Year: Dr. Lucinda Sonnenberg, a retired Research Professor of Chemistry. 💧 She has been instrumental in our Resilient Ribault Water Quality Assessment. 💧 She has helped SJRK continue to strengthen our scientific foundation, credibility & rigorous protection for our river. 👏

Each year, SJRK distributes our annual Volunteer of the Year Awards. These supporters have gone above-and-beyond this year to contribute to cleanups, scientific research, after-school education programs, & more. Join us in celebrating these special individuals!

"Their stalling is part of a decadeslong pattern. Time and time again, the state has failed to take action to cut contamination - at the benefit of the industries that cause it."

Dr. Quint White recently wrote an article for the Times-Union on our Vertical Oyster Garden (VOG) Program for the St. Johns River:

Upcoming Cleanups: 🚮 Craig Creek Cleanup | Sat, Dec 13 | 10am | River Oaks Park (near Brookwood Road) 🚮 Park & King Business District Cleanup | Sun, Dec 14 | 9am | Cultivate Jax 🚮 McCoys Creek Cleanup | Sun, Dec 21 | 10am | Northbank Riverwalk Learn more & RSVP: stjohnsriverkeeper.org/events/

Tomorrow, we'll be presenting our Volunteer of the Year award to none other than Alex Wolf! 🏆 Alex is a cleanup champion - from attending to organizing. 👀 He has personally scouted over 20 parks to help identify areas of particular need for our cleanup efforts. THANK YOU Alex! 👏

Thank you so much to everyone who participated in Giving Tuesday. 🌊 Your gifts will allow us to launch of the Lynda Orth Next Wave Leadership Academy to empower high school students to become the Next Wave of leaders and river advocates. 🌊 We have raised $17K toward our goal of $25K! 🩵 SJRK.org

Our river needs a holistic action plan that includes immediate relief, restoration projects, long-term preventative strategies and proactive measures to protect and restore the St. Johns River for future generations to come. stjohnsriverkeeper.org/2025-12-a-wa...

We're adding a 25th anniversary twist to our annual Holiday Mingle! 🗓️ Fireside Chat with the Founders | Thursday, December 11 from 5:30-7:30pm at JU MSRI 💧 Engaging conversation with 2 of our founders 💧 Mingling & Light Bites 💧 Annual Volunteer Awards RSVP: stjohnsriverkeeper.org/event/2025-1...

“Land conservation is one of the highest priorities for St. Johns County residents,” said Lisa Rinaman, St. Johns Riverkeeper. www.wokv.com/news/local/s...

Flying Fiber Farm has offered a $25,000 match gift to double the impact of donations. This gift is going to allow us to launch the Lynda Orth Next Wave Leadership Academy. By investing in young leaders today, we strengthen the river’s voice for tomorrow.

A generous donor has offered to match gifts up to $25,000. That means every dollar you give is DOUBLED! We've currently raised $16,000+ toward that goal... please, if you can, give today and help us meet the match! 💙 Double Your Impact: secure.qgiv.com/for/2025matc...

All gifts are currently being matched dollar-for-dollar. 🩵 Double your impact for... 🩵 Education programs that get local kids out on the river 🩵 River restoration 🩵 Work to #SAVeOurRiversGrasses ...& so much more. Help us make waves of impact, #ForTheRiver! secure.qgiv.com/for/2025matc...

This Giving Tuesday, your gift to St. Johns Riverkeeper will go twice as far. Flying Fiber Farm has generously offered a match gift, which means every dollar you give today will be doubled to ensure clean water and a healthy river for future generations. Double Your Donation: SJRK.org

As we enter the season of giving back, join us for a December cleanup: 🚮 Park & King/Riverside • Sun, Dec 7 at 9am, Cultivate Jax 🚮 Craig Creek • Sat, Dec 13 at 10am, River Oaks Park 🚮 McCoys Creek • Sun, Dec 21 at 10am, 111 Riverside Ave 🩵 stjohnsriverkeeper.org/events/

Mother nature has been hard at work on the Trout River in Jacksonville. 😮💨 Lots of oysters and critters like crabs are making a home on this HEAVY Vertical Oyster Garden (VOG) on the Trout, installed back in April! 🦪 One live oyster can filter 50 gallons of water per day. 🦪

Were you lucky enough to see the Northern Lights over the St. Johns River? www.floridatoday.com/picture-gall...

This weekend is our Monthly McCoys Creek Cleanup in the Brooklyn Riverside area of Jacksonville! Led by our volunteer "Anchor Award" winner, Alicia. 🗓️ McCoys Creek Cleanup | Sunday, November 16 | 10 a.m. – Noon | 168 S Myrtle Ave RSVP: volunteer.bloomerang.co/JE/xqsdw1vus...

So you've heard the buzz... but what IS Oyster Roast, and why do you want to be there? If you're the "I need to know the parking situation and dress code or I'm not going" type - this post is for you:

We're Hiring! St. Johns Riverkeeper is seeking a dedicated advocate for the Upper & Middle Basins of the St. Johns River. Grow in your environmental science career & work for an organization making a real difference in our local community. Learn more & apply: stjohnsriverkeeper.org/2025-11-were...

Our gratitude goes out to all of those who have served - including the spouses of three of our current employees. 🦅 Happy Veterans Day. 📸 Bald Eagle on the Ocklawaha, by Federico Acevedo

Tomorrow, we're gathering with the Reunite the Rivers Coalition in Palatka! 🗓️ Friday, Nov 7 from 5-8pm at Azalea City Brewing 💧 Learn about how you can experience the drawdown 💧 Hear from local river, wildlife & springs experts 💧 Enjoy local food, music & beer 💧 Watch "Lost Springs" (6:30pm)

See the Lost Springs of the Ocklawaha River THIS FRIDAY! 🗓️ Friday, Nov. 7 from 5-8pm at Azalea City Brewing Company 🍻 Local Brews 🌮 Food Trucks 🎶 Live Music 💧 Screening of “Lost Springs” Learn about the lost springs, the drawdown, and more. Watch the trailer here: youtu.be/Hm5Ns06JieY?...

Experience the Lost Springs of the Ocklawaha! Join the Reunite the Rivers Coalition for a screening of "Lost Springs." Let's gather, get energized & learn in advance of the 2026 legislative session. 📆 Friday, Nov. 7 from 5-8 p.m. at Azalea City Brewing

Dave reporting from the coop 🐓 We can’t wait to get out on the dance floor with you all while The Firewater Tent Revival brings the psychedelic bluegrass vibes at this year’s #SJRKOysterRoast! 🎶 Get your tickets now at SJRK.org

We've opened up a few spots on our previously SOLD OUT Halloween River Cruise on the St. Johns River Taxi! 💧 Downtown Jax views at twilight 🌚 💧 Prize for the best costume 👻 💧 Drinks sold on board 🥂 💧 You never know what’s lurking in the water 👀🐬 Reserve your spot: secure.qgiv.com/for/stjohnsr...

Read more about the McCoys Creek project and how it was recently reconnected with the St. Johns River: jaxtoday.org/2025/10/02/m...

Waterkeepers Florida is fighting for your right to clean water. “Floridians deserve water that is clean and safe enough to swim in and fish from,” said the Matanzas Riverkeeper, Jen Lomberk. www.staugustine.com/story/news/e...

Many of you submitted a public comment to the USDA in opposition of rescinding the Roadless Rule. 🌳 The fight for our public lands is not over. 🌳 Congress must pass the Roadless Area Conservation Act. Please email your members of Congress today: stjohnsriverkeeper.good.do/roadlessrule...