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
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
10 Things to Know about St. Simons Island
10 Things to Know about St. Simons Island: St. Simons Island is the largest of Georgia's Golden Isles. It’s also midway between Savannah, Georgia ... Keep Reading
DIY Holiday Decor from the Golden Isles
Want to spruce up your holiday home with a little bit of natural decor from the Golden Isles? The Golden Isles offer a plethora of natural beauty, ... Keep Reading
Virtual CoastFest set for Oct. 5-7
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Coastal Resources Division invites students, teachers and the public to join Virtual CoastFest 2021 on ... Keep Reading
Jekyll Island: The Sea Island State Park
Jekyll Island lies just south of our beloved St. Simons. It is the smallest of Georgia’s major sea islands, is 10 miles long and one and one-half ... Keep Reading
Georgia Oceanfront Accommodations at the King and Prince
Appreciated for their wide selection of richly decorated rooms, spacious villas with ocean view balconies and resort residences, the King and Prince ... Keep Reading
Planning a Beach Wedding on St. Simons Island
The beach is the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable wedding. If you want to say ‘I do’ on the shores of St. Simons Island, here are a few ... Keep Reading
The Importance of Sand Dunes to Our Coast
St. Simons Island's sand dunes along the beach protect the local coastline against erosion and flooding. Held together by deeply-rooted plants ... Keep Reading
2021 Fourth of July Events on St. Simons Island
Enjoy 4th of July activities on St. Simons Island! (Tentative schedule of events for the Sunshine Festival on St. Simons Island. Please check back ... Keep Reading
Tabby: The Material that Helped Build the Coastal South
What is Tabby, you ask? Tabby is a type of concrete made by burning oyster shells to create lime, then mixing it with water, sand, ash and broken ... Keep Reading
Learn about Neighboring Jekyll Island
Jekyll Island is located off the coast of the U.S. state of Georgia, in Glynn County. It is one of the Sea Islands and one of the Golden Isles of ... Keep Reading
What You Need to Have Before You Head Out on the Water
Rules for taking a privately owned motorized vessel on St. Simons Island: As of July 1, 2014, all persons born on or after January 1, 1998 that ... Keep Reading
Too Many Geese Getting You Down?
Canada geese are adaptable birds. They thrive everywhere from open farmland and rural reservoirs to suburban neighborhood ponds, office ... Keep Reading
Check Out These Boating Education Courses!
Did you know that boating education courses are available in a classroom setting? The Department of Natural Resources, the United States Coast ... Keep Reading
Black Bears in Georgia: Spring Sightings Not Unusual
Spring brings sightings of all types of wildlife that have not been as visible throughout the winter months. This includes possible sightings of ... Keep Reading
Famous Sons and Daughters of St. Simons Island
Below is a list of famous people from our Island: Jonathan Byrd, professional golfer Tina McElroy Ansa, novelist, journalist, essayist, and ... Keep Reading
Alligators Get Active in April on St. Simons Island
This month you more likely to see alligators on St. Simons Island. But they can be elusive during the heat of summer and the cold of ... Keep Reading
Seven “Wander-ful” Spring Break Experiences for the Entire Family
Top Seven Ideas for a Spring Outdoor Escape in Georgia’s State Parks and Historic Sites. Looking for an fun, outdoor jaunt for you and the family ... Keep Reading
Azaleas from A-Z
The best time to see St. Simons Island's azaleas in all of their glory is March and April. The exact time depends upon the weather in the state. ... Keep Reading
Barred Owls
One of the most common owl calls that people know is the “who cooks for you” call. It’s a call commonly heard year-round on St. Simons Island. Be ... Keep Reading
Sea Pork
Solving a mystery about a common sight on local beaches. Have you ever stumbled upon something strange-looking on St. Simons Island’s beaches? What ... Keep Reading
Giving Right Whales ‘A Fighting Chance’
Our local Right Whales need our help. The population declined from an estimated 477 whales in 2011 to 366 in January 2019. There are ... Keep Reading
Get Georgia’s Marine Habitat License Plate
Calling all Georgia residents who love nature! Funds from Georgia’s new Marine Habitat license plate are used in combination with Federal Aid in ... Keep Reading
Paddling with Paws: Kayaking with your Pup on St. Simons Island
Looking for ways to enjoy the outdoors with your furry, four-legged friends? Kayaking and paddle boarding with dogs can be great fun for humans ... Keep Reading
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
Pack up the Pets for Your Georgia State Park Trip
Bring your four-legged best friend and enjoy nature together! Pets are welcome at state parks and campgrounds. They should be leashed (no longer than ... 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