The Friends of the GTM Reserve recently announced Action News Jax evening anchor John Bachman will once again serve as emcee for Oceanwise, the Friend’s annual fundraiser benefiting the GTM Research Reserve. This year's fundraiser will also celebrate the organization's 20th anniversary as a National Estuarine Research Reserve. The event is scheduled from 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, at the GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center located at 505 Guana River Road in Ponte Vedra Beach.
“Money raised from this event helps fund GTM's education programs for local youth, research by local and visiting scientists and stewardship of the reserve's landscape,” said Ellen Leroy-Reed, executive director of Friends of the GTM Reserve. “We are thrilled John has agreed to emcee Oceanwise again this year. Oceanwise simply wouldn't be the same without him!"
This signature event features local fine restaurants serving sustainable seafood and other locally-sourced dishes, fine wine and beer, a silent auction, estuary games, entertainment and a breathtaking view of the sun setting over the Guana River.
The event is sold out. To be placed on a waiting list or to become a sponsor, email Ellen Leroy-Reed at GTM_Friends@gtmnerr.org. For more information, call (904) 823-4527.
