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
Beaches
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
“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
Juicy Summer Delights – Watermelon
Perhaps more than any other fruit, watermelon symbolizes summer. It serves as a juicy embodiment of the season. As the temperatures ... Keep Reading
The Benefits of Exercise
It is no secret that regular exercise can benefit everyone in many ways. Research clearly shows that regular exercise extends life expectancy, ... Keep Reading
Salt Marsh Transformation!
Surrounded by a mostly evergreen maritime forest, the salt marsh reveals the arrival of spring in very subtle ways. As each day gets longer and ... 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