Message From The Manager

Along with the Guana Buffer Preserve, the Guana River Marsh Aquatic Preserve serves as the hub and headquarters of the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM Research Reserve). The estuary and uplands of the Guana River has been a valued resource for centuries of human populations with many changes taking place over time. While the look of a place may change, what we endeavor to find is how resilient this estuarine ecosystem is in maintaining what we truly value - habitat for wildlife, healthy fisheries and natural areas for public recreation. 

I look forward to continuing to work with our community and sharing what we learn through research as we embrace change and resilience together. My hope is that longtime residents, recent transplants, and visitors will share a love for “Guana” and take part in its research, stewardship, education, and recreation opportunities. 

Sincerely,

Lia Sansom