Why Fishing Continues to Surprise Me
One would assume that nothing would surprise me after thousands of hours of fishing. I’ve not found this to be true with the ocean. Part of why I ... Keep Reading
Activities
Golf in Four Parts
G is for Growth: Mentally, there is a quietness in the mind that precedes the carefully orchestrated symphony of movements in the golf swing, ... Keep Reading
The Telfair Museums in Savannah
Are you an art museum buff? Well, if you'd like to take a day trip about an 80 minutes north of St. Simons, the Telfair Museum is the place to ... Keep Reading
South Carolina ETV ‘Gullah Roots’ Traces Gullah Ties from Africa to South Carolina
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) premiered a new hour-long documentary film last October, entitled Gullah Roots. The show followed leaders of the South ... Keep Reading
Anhinga, Anhinga!
Have you seen something that looks like a snake, but also a bird, in the lagoons around St. Simons Island? Anhinga Anhinga is the scientific name ... Keep Reading
Atlantic Sharpnose Shark
On the Georgia coast, sharks happen. One of the most common shark species caught in the area is the sharpnose shark. They are a year-round ... Keep Reading
Presents to Remember: Giving the Gift of a Love for the Wild
’Tis the season to contemplate the gifts we have received in our lives, and how they’ve impacted us. Over the years I’ve given a lot of thought ... Keep Reading
Joy To The Golfer In Your Life!
5 Great Gift Ideas for Christmas for the Golfer in Your Life 1. A prepaid round (or rounds!) of golf. The King and Prince Golf Course occupies ... Keep Reading
Have a Green Holiday Season
There is no better time for locals on St. Simons Island than the holiday season. For the few weeks before Christmas, the community shares a ... Keep Reading
Targeting Tegus in Southeast Georgia
Danny Haro spends most days each week hunting for a needle in a haystack. – a “needle” that can top 4 feet long, sprint nearly 20 mph and gobble up ... Keep Reading
4 Things to Know About the North Atlantic Right Whale
Did you know these facts about the North Atlantic Right Whale? St. Simons Island has a statue dedicated to them Females usually give birth ... Keep Reading
The ABCDs of Golf: Improving Your Swing for a Better Game
Developing your golf swing is like learning to type or play the piano. In the beginning, the process needs to be kept simple and must be repeated ... Keep Reading
The Phantom Flounder: Seeking The Fish That Sees All
The flounder is one of the most highly prized catches in our local estuaries. Armed with an impressive set of teeth and blinding speed, it can often ... Keep Reading
The Torras Causeway: Taking Visitors to St. Simons Island Since 1924
F.J. Torras Causeway is named for Fernando Joseph Torras (1885–1952), the causeway's main engineer who served as Brunswick's city manager for over 30 ... Keep Reading
Arts and Culture on St. Simons Island
Arts and culture thrive on St. Simons Island. A wide variety of creative artists are drawn to St. Simons Island as both residents and visitors. ... Keep Reading
The History of the Iconic Christ Church
Christ Church is an Episcopal church in St. Simons, Georgia. Beginning as a mission in 1736, the parish would be one of the first to form ... Keep Reading
The St. Simons Island Antique Show: Featuring Treasures from By-gone Eras!
Antique dealers from all over the southeast to attend the much-loved event on St. Simons Island. The show features a vast array of fine and fun ... Keep Reading
St. Simons Island: Native American Settlements
Before the Europeans descended on St. Simons Island, Native Americans lived on the Island for centuries. Just north of the village on St. Simons ... Keep Reading
Cherry Lime Rickey Recipe: A Cocktail for Late Summer
Cherry Lime Rickey The rickey is a highball drink made from gin or bourbon, half of a lime squeezed and dropped in the glass, and carbonated water. ... Keep Reading
Spartina
Spartina serves as a keystone element in our saltmarsh environment. A coppery brown during the winter, this perennial grass sprouts vivid green ... Keep Reading
Fishing for Jack Crevalle in Our Waters
Be careful what you wish for when fishing for a Jack Crevalle! It was another glorious day of fishing at the nearshore reef. My companions and I ... Keep Reading
Sauvignon Blanc: The Toast of the Coast
Why Sauvignon Blanc and Seafood Make a Perfect Pair. Sauvignon Blanc is a versatile, dry white wine that complements many seafood dishes. The ... Keep Reading
Why Getting On The Golf Course Is The Obvious Choice For Summer 2020
Four reasons to make golf your go-to game: 1. The golf course is a safe place to exercise and socialize. Social distancing is easily maintained in ... Keep Reading
Little St. Simons Island: Our Smaller Neighbor to the North
Virtually untouched for centuries, Little St. Simons Island is a barrier island located on the coast of Georgia. The island covers an area of 10,000 ... Keep Reading
The Smoker King: Cast a Line for King Mackerel
There’s no sweeter sound to an angler’s ears than the scream of a reel’s drag, especially the scorching punishment dealt by a summer favorite: the ... Keep Reading
Golf Fundamentals
This season, there are a Golf Fundamentals to keep in mind: Summer is a great time to play golf. It’s also the best time to experience the ... Keep Reading
Tidal Waters
First-time visitors to St. Simons Island get quite a surprise when they encounter our nearshore waterways. Unlike most coastal areas, there is no ... Keep Reading
Gator Watching
Native to the Island, alligators are often seen here, but they can be elusive during the heat of summer and the cold of winter. Alligators will ... Keep Reading
Cownose Ray Comes Out To Play
St. Simons Island is home to a number of varietal species of rays. One of the most visually interesting is the cownose ray. During the spring ... Keep Reading
Red Drum Resurgence
Red Drum, a.k.a. Bull Reds make a strong run in local waters this month. Twenty-five feet below the surface, a marauding school of bull reds swept ... Keep Reading
Water: Earth’s Best Substance
Living in a coastal town like St. Simons Island offers the opportunity to access the beach and the ocean on a regular basis. The interaction with ... Keep Reading
Georgia State Symbols
Georgia State Symbols Animals: Georgia State Bird: The Brown Thrasher (Toxostoma rufum) is a bird in the family Mimidae, which also includes the ... Keep Reading
How Do the Tides Work?
Tides are the rise and fall of sea levels. The combined effects of the gravitational forces exerted by the Moon and the Sun, and the rotation of ... Keep Reading
Sea Turtle Season
Meet a few of the fascinating turtles that frequent Lowcountry waters. Here in our St. Simons Island waters, we are fortunate to host four of the ... Keep Reading
Saltwater Fly Fishing
A handful of local fishermen have been fly fishing in our waters since the late ‘50s and early ‘60s. But the sport has been growing in popularity in ... Keep Reading
Get On Board with Standup Paddleboarding!
Stand up paddleboarding (SUP) is an offshoot of surfing that originated in Hawaii. Unlike traditional surfing where the rider sits until a wave ... Keep Reading
Star Manatee Back with a Splash
RESCUED MANATEE MAKES LONG-HAUL RETURN The big manatee rescued near Savannah last October recently reaffirmed one thing: When she’s ready to ... Keep Reading
Experience Golf with Correct Techniques
Learn techniques that will help you excel on the green and beyond. You’ve probably heard many stories about the difficulty of golf from people ... Keep Reading
Romantic Outdoor Experiences
If you’re looking to create a genuinely romantic experience that is truly unique, you need only look as far as the great outdoors. Think about ... Keep Reading
Like A Lion: A Spring Reflection Story
Spring, like life, can be full of surprises. The spring morning was quiet, save the occasional birdsong or burst of chilly wind that raised the ... Keep Reading
Golf Is What’s New
Challenge yourself to a new beginning on the green. Step up your game, and take a fresh approach to golf. Golf provides opportunities for ... Keep Reading
Undersea Farmers: A Look at Coral and the Ecosystem
Did you know that coral is, in fact, an animal that has evolved to incorporate a garden in its own tissue. Coral doesn’t eat the plant– ... Keep Reading
The Majestic Great Blue Heron
One of the many creatures you are sure to encounter on St. Simons Island is the Great Blue Heron. A Golden Isles treasure and a beautiful ... Keep Reading
Why Winter is the Perfect Time to Visit St. Simons Island
Winter is an ideal time to check out St. Simons Island, Georgia, a stunning barrier isle that welcomes visitors throughout the year. Here are four ... Keep Reading
Gulf Fritillary Butterflies
Throughout most of the year on St. Simons Island, butterflies can be seen flying along gathering nectar. The fall in particular is a great time to ... Keep Reading
Dolphin Watching
One of the favorite pastimes of St. Simons Island residents and visitors is watching dolphins. We love to see them as they play, fish or simply ... Keep Reading
Sheepshead: The Fish With Human Teeth
The aquatic ecosystem of St. Simons Island houses a wide variety of animals, working in harmony to create the beautiful natural places we ... Keep Reading
A Guide to a Couple’s Getaway on St. Simons Island
St Simon's Island is a magical place to getaway on a romantic trip, a relaxing couples vacation or seaside wedding. With pristine and quiet beaches, ... Keep Reading
Exploring Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation
Until the Civil War, coastal Georgia thrived as the country’s premiere rice growing region. Many of the South’s great rice plantations disappeared ... Keep Reading
“Shell-e-brate” at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center on Jekyll Island!
The Georgia Sea Turtle Center rehabilitates, researches and provides education programs for sea turtles. The Center works to increase awareness ... Keep Reading