Finding a Babysitter on St. Simons Island
Have you ever been on vacation and needed to find a babysitter? It can be hard work, especially if your kids are little. Luckily we've got some ... Keep Reading
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The Hognose Snake: The Snake that Plays Dead
Do you know the hognose snake? This is a unique type of snake that has a special ability – it can play dead! They are rather timid snakes and are ... Keep Reading
Renting Beach Chairs and Other Beach Equipment
Looking to enjoy a day at the beach but don't want to pack and/or haul all of your equipment with you? Renting beach chairs, umbrellas, and other ... Keep Reading
Sand Dunes Protect and Save
Some coastal areas have one or more sets of dunes running parallel to the shoreline directly inland from the beach. In most cases, the dunes are ... Keep Reading
Demere Park
Demere Park, one of the smallest parks in the Golden Isles. It is located on Demere Road toward the south end of St. Simons Island. This ... Keep Reading
Why Golf Continues to Fascinate Me
Golf is a game made up of smaller, very important games. Each game can have fundamentals that are important to all the others. Also, each game has ... Keep Reading
The 7 Best Places to Fish on St. Simons Island: Get Hooked Up
If you're looking for the best places to fish on St. Simons Island, look no further! We've compiled a list of the 7 best spots to reel in some ... Keep Reading
11 Kid-friendly, Family Fun Activities
Looking for something fun to do with your kids on St. Simons Island? Here are 11 of our favorite kid-friendly activities! From playing at the ... Keep Reading
The St. Simons Lighthouse’s History
The First Lighthouse (1810) On October 17, 1804, John Couper, a plantation owner on St. Simons Island, deeded four acres of his land, known as ... Keep Reading
Peach Pie Recipe
The state of Georgia is known as the "Peach State." As early as 1571, Georgia produces a significant amount peaches, hence the name. Peaches are ... Keep Reading
Travel Spotlight on St. Simons Island
Travel Spotlight on Hopper Blog: the Golden Isles and its Best Attractions. St. Simons is the largest of Georgia’s aptly named network of Golden ... Keep Reading
Weddings and Private Parties
Weddings and parties on the grounds of the St. Simons Island Lighthouse Museum! Are you looking for a beautiful, historic waterfront setting for ... Keep Reading
Visualizing a Better Game of Golf
Golf can be very simple or difficult. I utilize the KISS method: keep it simple and simple. Part of that is ensuring that you experience a proper ... Keep Reading
Vidalia Onion History
Here is the story of how the original sweet onion was developed in America beginning in the 1930’s until today: What is now a ... Keep Reading
Best Cocktails on St. Simons Island
1. Dorothy’s Cocktail & Oyster Bar Dorothy’s Cocktail & Oyster Bar, named for chef and owner Daniel Auffenberg’s maternal grandmother, ... Keep Reading
Cicadas Are All the Buzz
So, what's the buzz around St. Simons Island? Well, it's not the latest hot spot, local band or even the biggest catch of the week. It goes on ... Keep Reading
Check Out the Pier Village Market!
Pier Village Market is the Golden Isles Premier Small Business Hub. Located at 215 Mallery Street, the Pier Village Market is an indoor shopping ... Keep Reading
2022 4th of July Events
St. Simons Island 4th of July Fireworks St. Simons Island Pier Mallery Street, St. Simons Island 9:00 PM To 9:30 PM Enjoy an incredible ... Keep Reading
The Design of a Golf Club
Recreational golfers spend endless hours trying to get their club into the right position at impact. They read in instructional magazines and are ... Keep Reading
Boating on St. Simons Island
When visiting St. Simons Island, you are going to want to get out on the water. There are numerous marinas, boat ramps and docks, wet slips, fishing ... Keep Reading
Discovering Cannon’s Point Preserve
Cannon's Point Preserve offers history and nature to visitors. In September, 2012, following an 18-month fund-raising effort, the St. Simons Land ... Keep Reading
The Rivers Surrounding St. Simons Island
St. Simons Island is part of a cluster of barrier islands and marsh hammocks between the Altamaha River delta to the north, and St. Simons Sound to ... Keep Reading
St. Simons Island Fishing Pier
St. Simons Island Fishing Pier! The St. Simons Island Pier at the end of Mallery Street, in the Village area, Gascoigne Bluff Pier, near Causeway ... Keep Reading
America’s Favorite Beach Town
No. 1 Beach Town - St. Simons Island, GA! Lined with white sand and live oaks, the biggest of Georgia’s Golden Isles won the beach-town contest. Why, ... Keep Reading
Top 10 Oyster Bars
Who doesn't LOVE raw oysters? Well, lots of people. But those who do, REALLY do. In fact, true oyster lovers search out raw bars, happy hour ... Keep Reading
Books about St. Simons Island
St. Simons Island has been the backdrop of many novels, children's books not to mention the center of nonfiction publications. Below are just a few ... Keep Reading
Grits: Georgia’s State Prepared Food
Grits! Grits is a food of Native American origin that is common in the Southern United States, mainly used in breakfast. It consists of ... Keep Reading
What is Georgia’s State Shell?
Georgia's State Shell, the Knobbed Whelk (Busycon carica)! Christened the state shell in 1987, the knobbed whelk is a whorled shell. It grows to ... Keep Reading
Sea Island Magic!
The sea islands that extend along the Eastern coast of South Carolina and Georgia. Their history and style reflect each island. From the sandy ... Keep Reading
What to Bring to the Beach This Summer
Check out these beauty, style, tech and practical essentials you’ll need for a day at the beach on St. Simons Island: 1. Sunscreen: Opt for a ... Keep Reading
Dining with Kids
Helpful tips for dining with kids: Adults want a delicious, relaxing meal and kids just want to have fun. Many of St. Simons' eateries offer ... Keep Reading
Safely Handling Snake Encounters
As spring hits full stride, Daniel Sollenberger will field more calls and emails about snakes. And most will involve two questions: What species is ... Keep Reading
Southern Tastes With a Coastal Twist at the King and Prince Resort
Taste True Southern Coastal Cuisine at the King and Prince Resort Whether you seek an elevated dinner of seasonal favorites surrounded by ocean views ... Keep Reading
Follow the Fundamentals for Better Golf
Fundamentally, fundamentals are key. This wise statement is true in many aspects of life. Especially in the game of golf! Master the ABC's on the ... Keep Reading
Welcome Back Wood Storks!
Today, wood storks feed and gracefully soar over marshes during low tide on our Island. This once-endangered species is currently making a great ... Keep Reading
Shrimp & Grits & Wine
It took thousands of years for the Golden Isles’ distinctive cuisine to evolve out of ancient Native American and West African foodways. Shrimp and ... Keep Reading
Choose the Sunscreen That Suits You
St. Simons Island’s sun is powerful, and getting more so as we approach the summer. Therefore, use it all year long, if you plan to be enjoying ... Keep Reading
Georgia’s Healthy Beaches Program
Georgia's Healthy Beaches Program now offers an interactive map for visiting and local beachgoers. The Coastal Resources Division (CRD) of the ... Keep Reading
The Wondrous White Ibis
For some birds, St. Simons Island is too good to give up. They do not migrate and call our area home all year. One of these bird species is the ... Keep Reading
Savory Sausage and Savannah Red Rice Recipe
Savannah Red Rice and Sausage is a favorite in the Coastal Empire and the Golden Isles. Savannah red rice is a rice dish commonly found along the ... Keep Reading
Georgia State Symbols
Learn About Georgia State Symbols Official symbols represent the cultural heritage and natural treasures of each state. Through the years, the ... Keep Reading
The Refined Beauty of Sea Glass
What Is Sea Glass? Sea Glass is well regarded as a symbol of renewal and healing. Some say it is a metaphor for life. In actuality, ... Keep Reading
Coyotes’ Come Back on St. Simons Island
Recently on St. Simons Island, in a small woodland area near St. Simons Community Church, a near-by resident caught a coyote on camera. This area ... Keep Reading
Romance Is in the Air (and on Land) on St. Simons
St. Simons Island is a magical place to getaway on a romantic trip, a relaxing couples vacation. With pristine and quiet beaches, world-class and ... Keep Reading
A Guide to Pet Friendly Hotels on St. Simons Island
Need help finding a place to stay with your four-legged friend? Below are five pet-friendly hotels on St. Simons Island: The Inn at Sea ... Keep Reading
Tail-Wagging Adventures in Georgia’s State Parks
Explore nature with your four-legged best friend. Pets are welcome at state parks and campgrounds if leashed (no longer than six feet) and ... Keep Reading
Georgia Protects Its Local Wild Ones
Georgia's Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is conserving and restoring habitats, to prevent extinction of indigenous plants and ... Keep Reading
The Hunt Is On For Island Treasures
From January 1 - February 28 the scavenger hunt for Island Treasures is back! Every year, a group of artisans create an array of stunning, ... Keep Reading
Get Your Coastal Resources Division’s Educational Posters
We encourage you to visit us at the DNR Coastal Resources office in Brunswick to pick up your very own Coastal Resources Division's educational ... Keep Reading
Georgia Needs Your Help to Report Wintering Monarchs
We asked and, thankfully, you answered. Now Georgia needs your help again. Last winter, volunteers from across the Southeast and Gulf states ... Keep Reading