Nine days of fun for adults and children!

The 2025 Wild Amelia Nature Festival will offer lots of fun events introducing visitors to our diverse local ecosystems and the wonderful creatures that inhabit them. And to the vital and urgent need to preserve them.

Schedule of the Event:

May 9, 2025

PADL Amelia & Talbot Islands, Sunset Paddle
6:15 pm Cost: $55
Register: https://www.padl.co/locations/amelia-big-talbot-islands-jacksonville-florida/

Amelia River Cruises, Wild Amelia Nature Festival Fundraiser
7 pm Cost: $50 / $35 (KNB Members - must use your promo code)
Become a KNB Member: https://keepnassaubeautiful.org/join-us/#membership
Register: www.ameliarivercruises.com

One and one-half hours
Calling all nature lovers: join the 2025 Wild Amelia Nature Festival Kick-off Cruise aboard an Amelia River Cruise with legendary storyteller and nature expert Captain Kevin McCarthy. He will narrate your journey along the diverse ecosystems that make up the waterways of Amelia and Cumberland Islands.

Set sail at 7:00 p.m. on a one-of-a-kind educational cruise to launch the 2025 Wild Amelia Nature Festival! Experience the stunning waterways of Amelia Island, where you’ll learn about this amazing habitat that supports an incredible variety of wildlife.

- Expert narration on Amelia Island’s diverse ecosystem
- A relaxing 90-minute journey through salt marshes and estuaries
- Guests are welcome to bring adult beverages.
- Amazing opportunities to spot birds, marine life, and more!
- Sells out quickly!

- Call 904-261-9972 to get your tickets today!

Departing From: Amelia River Cruises, 1 North Front Street, Fernandina Beach, FL (Arrive early, finding parking intensifies your adrenaline in anticipation of catching the boat on time.)

Jaybird Hammock Farm, Mother's Day Moonlit Meditation in the Pine Forest Hammocks
8 pm Cost: $45
Register: https://www.jaybirdhammockfarm.com/

May 10, 2025

Downtown to Dunes, Community Cleanup to Remove Litter & Debris
9 am Cost: Free (Event t-shirt while supply lasts)
Location: First Love Brewing
Register: https://keepnassaubeautiful.org/events/

Zen on the Greenway with Maria Murphy, Murphy Counseling - Ron Sapp Egans Creek Greenway
9 am Cost: Free
Location: 2490 Atlantic Ave
Register:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/zen-on-the-ron-sapp-egans-creek-greenway-north-tickets-1287706949149?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fernandina Fossils, Fossil Hunt
1 pm Cost: $50
Location:  Fernandina Fossils
Register: https://www.fernfoss.com/events

Sunset with the Birds with Christina Nelson, Amelia Naturally, Ron Sapp Egans Creek Greenway
7:30 pm Cost:$10
Location: 2490 Atlantic Ave
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sunset-with-the-birds-tickets-1287650069019?aff=oddtdtcreator

Jaybird Hammock Farm, Goat Yoga for the Whole Family
9 am Cost:$15 - $30
Register: https://www.jaybirdhammockfarm.com/

Jaybird Hammock Farm, Stand Up Paddle Board Yoga
10:30 am Cost:$30
Register: https://www.jaybirdhammockfarm.com/

Jaybird Hammock Farm, Guided Nature Walk with the Goat Herd
10:30 am Cost:$7 - $12
Register: https://www.jaybirdhammockfarm.com/

Jaybird Hammock Farm, Wild Oaks Explorers Nature School Open House
12 noon Cost: Free
Register: https://www.jaybirdhammockfarm.com/

Jaybird Hammock Farm, Mother's Day Moonlit Meditation in the Pine Forest Hammocks
8 pm Cost:$45
Register: https://www.jaybirdhammockfarm.com/

Location: Jaybird Hammock Farm, 95098 Frank Ward Road, Fernandina, FL 32034

Amelia's Native Wildflowers, Natives & Nature Market - Creating Wildlife Habitats
10 am Cost:  Free
Location: Amelia's Native Wildflowers, 97045 Miller Rd, Yulee, FL 32097
Register: https://www.anwfl.com/event-details/wildlife-habitats

PADL Amelia & Talbot Islands, Sunset Paddle
6:30 pm Cost: $55
Location: 13030 Heckscher Dr
Register: https://www.padl.co/locations/amelia-big-talbot-islands-jacksonville-florida/

WILD STORYTIME

Story & Song Wild Storytime with Ms. Dearsha - features a nature-themed book and activity for kids.
10 am Cost: Free
Info: storyandsongarts.org/

May 11, 2025

PADL Amelia & Talbot Islands, Salt Marsh Paddle
8 am Cost: $55
Location: 13030 Heckscher Dr
Register: https://www.padl.co/locations/amelia-big-talbot-islands-jacksonville-florida/

Mom’s Day Guided Walk on the Greenway with Christina Nelson, Amelia Naturally
11 am Cost: Free to kids and moms (Gift for all Moms), $10 others
Location: Atlantic Recreation Center - Ron Sapp Egans Creek Greenway
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mothers-day-guided-walk-on-the-greenway-tickets-1287639708029?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fernandina Fossils, Fossil Hunt
1:30 pm Cost: $50
Location: Fernandina Fossils
Register: https://www.fernfoss.com/events

May 12, 2025

Birds, Blooms and Butterflies with Christina Nelson, Amelia Naturally, Ron Sapp Egans Creek Greenway
8 am Cost: $10
Location: 2490 Atlantic Ave
Register:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/birds-blooms-and-butterflies-on-ron-sapp-egans-creek-greenway-tickets-1287717510739?aff=oddtdtcreator

Native Plants on the Greenway with Betsy Harris, Ixia Chapter, Florida Native Plant Society, Ron Sapp Egans Creek Greenway
5:30 pm Cost: Free
Location: Egan's Creek Greenway Trail Parking
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/native-plants-on-the-ron-sapp-egans-creek-greenway-south-tickets-1287660560399?aff=oddtdtcreator

WILD STORYTIME

Story & Song Wild Storytime with Chelsea Crosby, Sharks4Kids. A shark-themed program for kids, "Dive into shark conservation with Sharks4Kids."  All ages are welcome.  Sharks4Kids is a non-profit organization offering free educational programs and dynamic resources to teach kids about sharks and the importance of ocean conservation. Sharks4Kids aims to inspire the next generation of shark advocates and ocean stewards through education, outreach and adventure.
2 pm Cost: Free
Info: storyandsongarts.org/

Hilliard Branch of the Nassau County Library Wild Storytime - features a nature-based theme for kids, "How the Sea Came to Be: And All the Creatures In It".
11 am Cost: Free
Info: https://nassaureads.com/events/

May 13, 2025

The Maritime Forest with David Neville, City of Fernandina Beach Urban Forester and Arborist, Ron Sapp Egans Creek Greenway
10:00 am Cost: Free
Location: 2490 Atlantic Ave
Register:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-maritime-forest-ron-sapp-egans-creek-greenway-north-tickets-1287666448009?aff=oddtdtcreator

Wild Nite Nature Presentation, Migratory Birds, Murderous Millinery, and Making a Comeback with Jolie Friedrich, JaxParks lead naturalist
6 pm Cost: Free
Location: 2800 Bill Melton Rd
Register:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wild-nite-nature-presentation-migratory-birds-tickets-1210059302949?aff=oddtdtcreator

WILD STORYTIME

Fernandina Beach Branch of the Nassau County Library Wild Storytime - features a nature-based theme for kids, "How the Sea Came to Be: And All the Creatures In It".
11 am Cost: Free
Info: https://nassaureads.com/events/

May 14, 2025

The Salt Marsh with Kathy Russell, City of Fernandina Beach Conservation Manager, Ron Sapp Egans Creek Greenway
3 pm Cost: Free
Location: 2490 Atlantic Ave
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/visit-the-salt-marsh-ron-sapp-egans-creek-greenway-north-tickets-1287672245349?aff=oddtdtcreator

WILD STORYTIME

Yulee Branch of the Nassau County Library Wild Storytime - features a nature-based theme for kids, "How the Sea Came to Be: And All the Creatures In It".
10 am Cost: Free
Info: https://nassaureads.com/events/

Yulee Branch of the Nassau County Library Wild Storytime - features a nature-based theme for kids, "How the Sea Came to Be: And All the Creatures In It".
11 am Cost: Free
Info: https://nassaureads.com/events/

Story & Song Wild Storytime with Kathy Stark, author, artist and nature-lover. "Discover and Explore the Wilderness of North Florida Parks".
3 pm Cost: Free
Info: storyandsongarts.org/

May 15, 2025

Sunset with the Birds with Christina Nelson, Amelia Naturally, Ron Sapp Egans Creek Greenway
7:30 pm Cost: Free
Location: 2490 Atlantic Ave
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sunset-with-the-birds-tickets-1287687139899?aff=oddtdtcreator

WILD STORYTIME

Story & Song Wild Storytime screening of "Living in Our Maritime Forest", written and narrated by Munsell McPhillips and produced by Amelia Tree Conservancy.
11 am Cost: Free
Location: 1430 Park Ave
Info: storyandsongarts.org/

WILD STORYTIME

Callahan Branch of the Nassau County Library Wild Storytime - features a nature-based theme for kids, "How the Sea Came to Be: And All the Creatures In It".
11 am Cost Free
Location: 450077 FL-200 #15
Info: https://nassaureads.com/events/

May 16, 2025

Native Plants with Betsy Harris, Ixia Chapter, Florida Native Plant Society, Ron Sapp Egans Creek Greenway
9 am Cost: Free
Location: Egan's Creek Greenway Trail Parking
Register:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/native-plants-on-the-ron-sapp-egans-creek-greenway-south-tickets-1287692235139?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fort Clinch Willow Pond Hike with Len Kreger, Sierra Club
1 pm Cost: Free ($6 Park Entrance Fee)
Location: Fort Clinch State Park
Register: https://www.meetup.com/sierra-club-nassau-county-florida/events/306806376/?utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=share-btn_savedevents_share_modal&utm_source=link

WILD STORYTIME

Fernandina Beach Branch of the Nassau County Library Wild Storytime - features a nature-based theme for kids, "How the Sea Came to Be: And All the Creatures In It".
11 am Cost: Free
Location: Fernandina Beach Branch Library
Info: https://nassaureads.com/events/

Jaybird Hammock Farm, Sunset BYOB Goat Yoga
7:30 pm Cost: $30
Location: Jaybird Hammock Farm
Register: https://www.jaybirdhammockfarm.com/

May 17, 2025

Birding Tour with Bill George, Amelia Island Bird Club, Ron Sapp Egans Creek Greenway
8 am Cost: Free
Location: 2490 Atlantic Ave
Register:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-tour-ron-sapp-egans-creek-greenway-north-tickets-1287697159869?aff=oddtdtcreator

Fernandina Fossils, Fossil Hunt
5 pm Cost: $50
Location: Fernandina Fossils
Register: https://www.fernfoss.com/events

Jaybird Hammock Farm, Guided Nature Walk with the Goat Herd
10:30 am Cost:$7 - $12
Register: https://www.jaybirdhammockfarm.com/

Jaybird Hammock Farm, Stand Up Paddle Board Yoga
10:30 am Cost:$30
Register: https://www.jaybirdhammockfarm.com/

Jaybird Hammock Farm, Moonlit Meditation in the Pine Forest Hammocks
8:30 pm Cost:$45
Register: https://www.jaybirdhammockfarm.com/

Location: Jaybird Hammock Farm, 95098 Frank Ward Road, Fernandina, FL 32034

Date: May 9-17, 2025

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