Spa-The Spa at Amelia Island Plantation
Features a full service health and fitness center and spa with services including the relaxing massage, therapeutic massage, aromatherapy massage, beach feet, couple massage, facials, and body treatments. (877) 843-7722

Fishing-Miss Kayla
Specializing in catching big fish offshore and inshore. (904) 277-5625

Fishing-Rappi Charters
Personalized fishing adventures, from novice to expert. (904) 277-0757

Fishing-Tradewinds
Charter boat fishing as well as specialty cruises; dolphin watches, nature cruises and sightseeing voyages. (904) 261-9486

Fishing-Hot Ticket Charters
Inshore and offshore. Kids are welcome! Specialty nature cruises also available. (904) 321-1668

Fishing-Captain Russell Tharin
Specializing in shallow water sight fishing for Redfish year round on the pristine flats of Amelia Island. Discover fly fishing adventures with Captain Russell Tharin and Janet Tharin. They offer charters, lessons, and ECO tours. (904) 491-4799

Fishing-Amelia Angler Fishing, Sailing, and Sightseeing Experts
The Amelia Angler can schedule fishing and sailing charters for 2 to 49 people, group charters to Cumberland Island and the "Dungeness" ruins, catered cocktail cruises, and family fishing fun. (904) 321-5090 or www.ameliaangler.com

Public Swimming Pool
The McArthur Family YMCA also has a pool available and short term membership for visitors. (904) 261-1080

Fishing-AC Charters
Captain Allen has been fishing for over 35 years from Fernandina Beach to Mexico and the Bahamas. For the last 23 years he has been guiding at home; Amelia Island from Backcountry to Blue Water. All types of excursions. Half day and full day trips available. (904) 261-2870 or www.accharters.net

Kelly Seahorse Ranch
Horseback Riding on the beach! Experienced staff, gentle, well-trained horses. No experience necessary. One hour guided rides on the unspoiled beaches. The ranch is the only state endorsed horse ranch located on the beach in the entire state of Florida. Kelly Seahorse Ranch is located within the scenic Amelia Island State Park, Florida. (904) 491-5166 or www.kellyranchinc.com

Horseback Riding
Ride the Beaches of Amelia! Experience necessary. English or Western. Walk, trot or canter to your heart's content! Open daily, morning and evening rides only during the summer. (904) 277-7047

Public Swimming Pool
Fernandina Beach City Pool - A heated pool located at the Atlantic Park Recreation Center - 2500 Atlantic Avenue - (Not far from Main Beach Park and the entrance to Fort Clinch). $2-3.00 per day (904) 277-7350

Public Swimming Pool
Martin Luther King Park - 1200 Elm Street (904) 261-1080

Fishing-Miss Content
Captain David Burns - Experience the ultimate charter fishing adventure on the Miss Content. Fish the offshore waters of Florida surrounding scenic Amelia Island, Cumberland Island and the Jacksonville Florida area in a 25' Carolina Classic, perfect for groups up to four. (904) 261-1046 or (904) 753-3535

Spa-The Spa at Ritz-Carlton
Offers massages, body skin treatments and facials. The "Island Honey Butter Wrap" offers an aromatic scrub with rich emollients. Champagne facials, deluxe massages, and "All About Men" treatments are also available, as well as, group bookings. New features include twenty-six treatment rooms, couples massage room, deluxe spa suite with private lounges, and cardio/weight room. (800) 241-3333 or www.ritzcarlton.com

Spa-The Seboni Spa at the Addison House
Features signature treatments including the Full Moon Massage, Celtic Head Massage, Heligan Haze Herbal Massage, Cornish Hot Stones, and Seboni's Heavenly Five Mineral Wrap. (800) 943-1604 or www.sebonispa.com

Sailing-Windward Sailing School
Sail out of Fernandina Harbor Marina on the Intracoastal Waterway, bordering the west side of the island and enter Cumberland Sound. Dolphins, sea turtles, manatees, and beautiful birds abound. Georgia's Cumberland Island is just minutes from our harbor, where wild horses, pristine sand dunes, salt marshes, and lush maritime forests invite you to dream and explore. To the east is the Atlantic Ocean, offering adventurous sailing and breathtaking views. Our early morning land breezes and afternoon sea breezes, enhanced by occasional strong winds from the continental weather system, make Amelia Island a true sailor's destination. Sailing lessons, family fun, romantic sunset cruises, unique private parties, nature adventures, company events. They offer sailing charters, as well as, sailboat rentals and basic to advanced sailing instruction. (904) 261-9125 or www.windwardsailing.com

Sailing-Schooner-Voyager
Docking at the foot of Centre Street at the Fernandina Harbor Marina in historic downtown district, is a 100 foot gaff-rigged 1840s replica schooner, offering 2 hour daytime sails and a sunset sail. It's an impressive vessel, and gives one an idea of what it might have been like to sail during the 19th century. Take a romantic sunset sailing tour. The crew invites you to bring along a picnic basket and a favorite bottle of wine, if you desire. (904) 321-1244 or 904-753-2388 or www.voyagerventures.com

Sailing-Ketch Amnesia
A 70' sailing yacht available for both day sailing, overnight, and weekend sailing adventures. Maximum passenger limit of six. (904) 206-0537

Nature Tour by Water-Amelia River Cruises and Charters
1 North Front Street, Fernandina Beach Offering nature tours on a large vessel with room for up to 49 people. Offers narrated sightseeing cruises aboard a 49-passenger vessel that allow passengers to catch sight of wildlife and learn about the rich histories of Fernandina Beach, Florida or Cumberland Island, Georgia (depending on the tour selected). The price for the one-hour tour is $18 for adults, $16 for seniors, and $12 for children 12 years of age and younger. The price for two-hour tours is $24 for adults, $22 for seniors, and $18 for children. Reservations are highly recommended. Cruises leave from both the Fernandina Harbor Marina downtown, and the Down Under Restaurant. (904) 261-9972 or www.ameliarivercruises.com

Nature Tours by Water-Amelia Island Charter Boat Association
Chartering boats for nature tours and fishing. (904) 261-2870 or www.ameliaislandcharterboatassociation.com

Nature Tours by Water-Discover This
Natural and cultural tours of North Florida. A certified Ecoheritage Tourism Provider. (904) 261-1053

Nature Tours by Water-Tradewinds Boats
Cruises, dolphin watches, nature cruises and sightseeing trips. (904) 261-9486

Nature Tours by Water-About Town Travels
Scenic boat and historic tours. Sunrise and sunset trips available. (904) 882-7437

Nature Tours by Water-Hot Ticket Charters
Natural history boat tours. Experience dolphins, wild horses, exotic birds, Cumberland Island history and sunset cruises. (904) 321-1668

Nature Tours by Water-Private Island Excursions
Offering a two hour nature tour by boat around local waters. Visit Cumberland Island and in the winter go whale watching. Special charters are available to take you to over 100 miles of barrier islands between Savannah, Georgia and St. Augustine, Florida

Bike Riding-Fort Clinch State Park
From the entrance at Atlantic Avenue to the fort in the rear of the park, perched above the Cumberland Sound, it is a three mile ride. There are also eleven miles of paved and unpaved biking trails within the park. (Bring some Bug Spray!)

Bike Riding
An excellent short bicycle ride (with the extra safety provided by riding on sidewalks), is cycling from the historic downtown area of Fernandina Beach (the harbor side of the island at Centre Street), to the beaches on the opposite side of the island (Atlantic Avenue). On this sight-seeing bike route, you can explore historic downtown Fernandina Beach, several parks, and the oceanfront at Main Beach. Hop on your bike and pedal out of the downtown district. Centre Street turns into Atlantic Avenue which takes you across to the Atlantic Ocean at Main Beach Park. It is a straight ride, fairly flat most of the way and you will pass two of the island's public parks, so you can stop if you need a rest. The Chamber of Commerce may have bike maps called "Bike Ways of Northeast Florida"

EcoMotion Tours
Segway Tour - Providing eco-historic tours of two of Northeast Florida's most beautiful and pristine islands - both within the Talbot Islands State Parks. Tours of Fort George Island and Little Talbot Island provide you with some of the most memorable and unique experiences within the Amelia Island area. Whether you are an expert on a transporter or you have never even seen a Segway, your adventure will be unlike any other. The Island park trails you will travel are sandy, unpaved, off-road paths that lead to breathtaking water views. There are no developments, no traffic, just pure, unadulterated Nature. The knowlegeable guides use wireless headsets and receivers to share information about the native plants, flowers and wildlife you will see along the trail. (904) 251-9477 or www.ecomotiontours.com

Flying-Island Aerial Tours, Bi-Plane Rides
Aerial tours of Amelia Island and Cumberland Island. "Relive the Golden Days of Aviation!" (904) 321-0904

Flying-McGill Aviation
Rentals, lessons and charters around the island. (904) 261-7890

Miniature Golf-Island Falls Adventure Golf
Set amidst waterfalls, tunnels, and meandering streams. Island Falls is a nicely designed course with plenty of benches throughout to sit down and relax while you await other members of your group to play. Well kept and very clean with tropical landscaping throughout. You will meander through wooden bridges, streams, and pools of water, as well as, actually walk through a simulated cave and waterfall on the 11th hole. The soothing sound of cascading waterfalls is always in the background along with piped-in music around the course to set a nice atmosphere. There is also a small video arcade and snack bar. (904) 261-7881

Miniature Golf-Putt Putt of Fernandina Beach
Located at Main Beach. 6 North Fletcher Avenue. (904) 261-4443

Kayak Amelia
Take a kayak trip with Kayak Amelia. Learn about the island and eco-system while you paddle through local marshes and creeks. Kayak Amelia provides equipment, instruction, and states that "no prior kayaking experience is necessary." (888) 305-2925 or (904) 251-0016 or www.kayakamelia.com

Surfing Lessons
Peter Parking of Driftwood Sun and Surf can provide private surfing lessons. (904) 321-2188

Bird Watching
B.E.A.K.S. - Bird Emergency Aid and Kare Sanctuary - Located on Big Talbot Island - Injured birds are nursed back to health and released. If unable to fend for themselves, they have a home there for life. Large cages hold Owls, Bald Eagles, Vultures, and even an Emu. Walk the wooded trails, bring a lunch and don't forget the bug spray. (904) 251-2473 or www.beaks@fdn.com

Trolley Tours-Polley the Trolley
Take a tour of Historic Fernandina Beach on Polly the Trolley! Location: Downtown on Centre Street "At the River". Learn about the rich history of Fernandina Beach while touring Downtown, Old Town, Egan's Creek, Main Beach, and the Historic District. (904) 753-4486 or www.pollythe trolley.com Amelia Island Transportation

Trolley Tours-Dolly the Trolley
Tours and Special Events - Available for Private Functions or Private Tours - Weddings, Special Events, Birthdays, Sports Game Shuttles, Concerts, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Office Parties, Holiday Parties, Family Reunions, Corporate Gatherings, Church Socials, and more. Air Conditioned - Prompt and Friendly Service. (904) 753-4486

YMCA
McArthur Family YMCA - An excellent family facility conveniently located near the center of Amelia Island. Amenities include a 25-yard recreational pool, wading pool; air conditioned gymnasium and a world class exercise facility which include free weights, Hammer strength machines, Cybex machines, and cardio equipment. There is also a Pound Puppy Nursery to keep the little ones entertained while Mom and Dad participate in a variety of available programs. (904) 261-1080

Atlantic Recreation Center
Is located on Atlantic Avenue close to the ocean and the entrance to Fort Clinch State Park. Includes an auditorium, swimming pool, and baseball park. Many activities are available through the city including yoga classes, karate, and more. (904) 277-7350

Central Park and Egan's Creek Park
Central Park is located just east of downtown at 2500 Atlantic Avenue. It features basketball courts, tennis courts, baseball fields, picnic areas, and playgrounds for kids. Egan's Creek park is located about 1/2 mile from the ocean and has a baseball field, playgrounds for kids, and picnic area overlooking the scenic Egan's Creek marshlands. 904-277-7305

Hiking
Egan's Creek Greenway - The Egan's Creek Greenway is 238 acres of "environmentally-sensitive" property. The greenway is toward the center of Amelia Island, extending between Atlantic Avenue and Sadler Road. It is a place to take a hike and explore island nature. Egan's Greenway is open sunrise to sunset, and you may prefer to hike with a partner, as you may find yourself to be the only soul around. (You can take along your dog, on a leash.) To enter the greenway, go to the Atlantic Avenue Recreation Center where you will find the entrance behind the auditorium. This is a good place to park to enter the Greenway, as you can utilize the Recreation Center's public restrooms. There is a 2-mile trail called the Blue Heron Loop. Hiking the Greenway in the early hours of the morning or toward the end of the day is when you might best glimpse various types of wildlife. You will have the opportunity to spot bird life such as red-shouldered hawks, downy woodpeckers, purple martins, wood ducks, turkey vultures, belted kingfishers, Carolina wrens, red cardinals, blue jays, herons, brown pelicans, wood storks, egrets, and other animals such as marsh rabbits and a possible bobcat. Alligators do live in Egan's Creek, so stay alert. Stop by the Community Center and pick up a brochure with maps of the Greenway, and also a list of the many different types of birds you can expect to see when you visit the park.

Local Wildlife
Orange-beaked, orange legged, black-backed Skimmers hunkered down and facing the wind. These winter birds skim the waves for fish, then rest on Amelia Island's beaches, sometimes even lying down flat-out. Often the lighter colored orange-billed Royal Terns rest on the beach near the Skimmers. You may also see a variety of brownish gulls and sandpipers all in their non-descript winter plumage. Looking out to sea as you walk the beach may yield another surprise during the winter. Often you will see splashes, sometimes dolphins feeding, sometimes brown pelicans or ospreys crashing into the water to catch a fish. But be sure to look closely - maybe that splash is really a spout. You might be seeing one of the rarest animals on earth, the endangered Northern right whale. Only about 300 of the whales exist, and many of them migrate to waters off Amelia island and thereabouts to socialize and give birth during the winter months. Each winter, endangered Northern Right Whales travel from Canada's Atlantic Coast to give birth off Amelia Island's shores. Armadillos and alligators are a common sight to both Fort Clinch and Little Talbot Island State Parks. Be sure to look at the ponds and freshwater ditches for wintering pied-bill grebes and other ducks. Also, notice the woodpeckers, cardinals, and jays in the neighboring trees. Winter is the best time to watch for raptors; the hawks, ospreys, vultures and other birds of prey that live in our area. During the winter, these birds are getting ready for their breeding season, and can often be seen chasing each other or circling together. Look for the great horned owls, osprey prey, or you might catch sight of a rare bald eagle. On a warm spring evening, you might come face to face with a giant loggerhead sea turtle. Amelia Island is a haven for these creatures that are protected by the Endangered Species Act. They come in the night during spring and early summer to lay their eggs. The chance of survival for the hatchlings is around one in a thousand. It is important never to interfere or disturb a turtle or her nest. From May to October you will find sea turtle nests marked with stakes and yellow tape. Loggerhead, Green, and occasionally, Leatherback female turtles will deposit a clutch of about 100 ping pong ball sized eggs that will hatch 55-60 days later. If you take a stroll near the sand dunes in any of the local state parks on a warm, winter day, you might still be able to see gopher tortoises coming out of their burrows to enjoy the sun. Another way to look for our winter wildlife is to visit the salt-marsh on the west side of Amelia and adjacent islands. Contact Amelia River Cruises (904) 261-9972. You are almost certain to see white pelicans. These cousins of our brown pelicans are nearly twice their size and pure white, with black flight feathers and only visit our area in the winter. If you are lucky, you might even see them herding fish into shore, a feeding pattern much different than the awkward dives of the brown pelican. Although the white pelicans entertain us during the winter, during the rest of the year, these birds inhabit freshwater lakes and streams in our country's Midwest and Western states. The numerous creeks and rivers that feed the Intracoastal Waterway provide wide-eyed onlookers the opportunity for viewing dolphins, manatees, otters, and alligators.

Carriage Rides-Old Towne Carriage Company
Take a horse-drawn carriage ride while you listen to an oral history tour of the historic district. A special treat for children and adults alike. There are not many things that can transport you back in time, like listening to the clip-clop of hooves while riding in a horse-drawn carriage in Fernandina Beach. You will learn about the Timucuan Indians who have been traced back to 2000 BC; the discovery by the French in 1562; and our history since that time while Amelia Island was under 8 different flags. To pull the Amelia Island carriages, only pure-bred Belgian Draft Horses. These are the largest and strongest of all breeds and are known as "gentle giants" because of their calm disposition and friendly demeanor. 115 Beach Street, Fernandina Beach (904) 277-1555 or (904) 556-2661 or www.ameliacarriagetours.com

Golf Course-Amelia Island Plantation
With four 18-hole courses - Oak Marsh, Ocean Links, Long Point, and Royal Amelia. The Plantation's courses provide seven oceanfront holes. The golf courses are private, but resort guests can book tee times. Bob Kessinger at (904) 321-5029

Golf Course-Golf Club of Amelia
Located in the Summer Beach Resort adjacent to the Ritz-Carlton. An 18-hole course, this course was designed by PGA Tour vets, and was home of the 1998 Senior PGA Liberty Mutual Tour event. Summer Beach is a private course, but tee times are available to guests of the Ritz-Carlton and Summer Beach Resort. (904) 277-8015

Golf Course-Fernandina Beach Municipal Golf Club
The only public course on the island, offering 27 holes of golf. This public course has been rated three and a half stars by Golf Digest, making it amongst the best public courses in the country. The Fernandina Beach Golf Club has a driving range, practice putting green, a stocked pro shop, plus a brand new clubhouse with food and full bar. (904) 277-7370

Golf Course-Golf Club at North Hampton
Short game facility with chipping green, putting green, and fairway bunker. Open every day 7 a.m.-8 p.m. (Carts must be in by 8 p.m.). Sundays, after 1 p.m., children 17 and under play for free with their parents. Call ahead to schedule a tee time. Located in Yulee, the 18 hole golf course is semi-private, offering memberships, but also open to the public for play. (904) 548-0000

Golf Course-Laurel Island Links
A Davis Love III designed course. Nominated for Golf Digest's "Best New Courses in America for 1997." 18 holes open to the public. (888) 480-7277

Golf Course-Royal Amelia Golf
This par-72 course was designed by Tom Jackson, whose credits include the Sandestin Resort in Destin Florida. The fishing hole has a breathtaking view overlooking the Amelia River, Intracoastal Waterway. 18 holes. (904) 491-8500

Golf Course-Osprey Cove
18 hole course designed by Mark McCumber, located in St. Mary's, Georgia, only a short drive away. Golf Digest says: "A Gem...must play if you are within 100 miles." (800) 352-5575

Golf Course-Long Point
36 Holes on the Amelia Island Plantation - Bob Kessinger at (904) 321-5029

Tennis-Public Courts
The City of Fernandina Beach has tennis coursts which are open to public use. Call the Recreation Department at (904) 277-7350 for information, or pick up the keys for the tennis courts at the Atlantic Avenue Community Center. The public tennis courts are located on Atlantic Avenue at 13th Street. Some condos/beach rentals have private courts availabe, as well. Tennis Club at the Ritz Carlton-A variety of surfaces are available. The Bausch and Lomb Tennis Tournament is played at Amelia Island Plantation every year in April.

Public Beach w/ Lifeguards-Main Beach Park
904-277-7350 / Atlantic Avenue and North Fletcher Avenue, Fernandina Beach. This beach offers something for everyone; surf, sand, shells, sea breeze, putt putt golf, a skate park (skateboarding), basketball courts, and beach volleyball court. Main Beach offers a large FREE parking area, public restrooms, outdoor showers, picnic area with tables and gazebos.

Public Beach w/Lifeguards-Seaside Park
Another public park, opened in 2003 providing public beach access, paved parking lot, boardwalk, gazebos, and picnic tables (no public restrooms). Seaside Park is located right next to an Amelia Island landmark; Sliders Seaside Grill. Sliders offers both inside and outdoor dining, oceanfront. 904-277-7350 - 2020 South Fletcher Avenue, Fernandina Beach

Public Beach-Peter's Point
A large public beach where you can also access water sports such as jet skis and parasailing. There is plenty of parking plus picnic tables and restrooms and showers available. Riding a bike on the beach, as you breathe the salt air and bask in the sun, could be one of the most satisfying biking experiences of your lifetime, and a great workout too! Low tide at Peter's Point is the best time to ride as the sand is a hard enough surface for bikers with the wider mountain bike tires to pedal through. 904-548-4689 / 1974 South Fletcher Avenue, Fernandina Beach

Public Beach-American Beach
A must-see. It was originally an African American community founded during Jim Crow-era segregation. Today, American Beach is on the National Register of Historic Places. It is funky, and a nice contrast against the norm of the resorts. During its' peak, Ray Charles, Cab Calloway, and Hank Aaron were some of the celebrities who visited American Beach.

Amelia Island Museum of History
Check out the museum located in the former, antiquated Nassau County jailhouse! Learn about Amelia Island's 4,000 years of Florida history while you take a walking tour through the historic district of Fernandina Beach. The museum is noted as Florida's first oral history museum. The Museum offers modern exhibits, educational lectures, historic walking tours, and ghost tours. As the first spoken history museum in the state of Florida, the Museum continues their story-telling tradition through twice daily docent-led tours that highlight the eight flags history. (904) 261-7378 or (904) 261-9701 or www.ameliaislandmuseumofhistory.org

The Historic Buccaneer Trail
Follow the trail that traces the path of French explorer Jean Ribault, as well as, Spanish settlers and even pirates. The trail begins on Amelia Island and ends in St. Augustine, "where continuous European settlement of the New World began." Traveling the Buccaneer Trail is a great way to learn more about Florida history. It highlights important sites for early pirates and explorers of the new world. Traveling south on A1A over the Nassau River, you can drop by Big and Little Talbot Island State Parks for a picnic or nature hike. Then you will hop aboard the Fort George Island Ferry for a breathtaking ride across the St. Johns River to the quaint fishing village of Mayport. Finally you will arrive in St. Augustine, the nation's oldest city. (904) 249-3868 or (800) 733-2668

Amelia Island Lighthouse
Oldest lighthouse in the state of Florida dating back to 1839. The light is located on the highest bluff on Amelia island overlooking Egan's Creek and Ft. Clinch State Park and further east, the Atlantic Ocean. Access to the Amelia Island Lighthouse is limited to tours through the City of Fernandina Beach parks and Recreation. You must call at least 24 hours, in advance. (904) 277-7350

Bosque Bello Cemetery
Guarded by sprawling oaks and ancient cedars, soldiers rest from Napoleon's Army, Revolutionary, Spanish, and Civil Wars. The Bosque Bello Cemetery is located one mile North of Atlantic Avenue on North 14th Street within the city of Fernandina Beach, Florida on Amelia Island. The old and new sections of Bosque Bello Cemetery are together on one site. The "New" section of the cemetery was added by the City of Fernandina on land donated by J.G. Cooper and Sadie Cooper in 1945.

Burbank Trawl Makers
Travel back to the Amelia island Marina and view working shrimp boats as you shop t6he eclectic seaside shops to take home your own piece of Amelia Island's history. Visit one of the world's largest manufacturers of hand-sewn shrimp nets, the Burbank Trawl Makers, or the Net House, as deemed by the Island's locals. (904) 321-0976 or www.burbanksportnets.com/shrimp_nets.html

Shopping
In Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach, explore and experience art galleries, antique shops, boutiques, and fine dining. The downtown streets are overflowing with vintage shops and charming boutiques. The Eight Flags Antique Mart is open daily. The Unusual shop lives up to its' name. Under a canopy of live oaks, you will find the Palmetto Walk. Fine antiques, exquisite silver frames, and needlepoint pillows can be found at the Plantation Shop. Personalities is a chic boutique for women. For Florida history, visit the Book Loft. Baskets and crafts are in abundance at Southern Touch. Helen D'Agnese has a variety of artist media, including bronze and limestone sculptures. Crafter can be seen hard a work creating fine jewelry out of gold at Jeff Steel Jewelers.

Fernandina Harbor Marina
One Front Street, Fernandina Beach, Florida 32035 (904) 261-0355 This marina offers numerous amenities and services plus features an adjoining shrimp boat dock where you can watch the fleets of shrimp trawlers arrive home. Charter Boats and Tours available.

Public Parks
Central Park and Egan's Creek Park have playground equipment so the kids can stop and play awhile. These parks also offer picnic tables so you can pack a picnic lunch and make it a nice outing. Right down the road from these two parks, on Atlantic Avenue, is Main Beach Park on the Beach at the end of Atlantic. Central Park is located on Atlantic Avenue near 11th Street. Facilities include baseball fields, basketball court, playground, and picnic areas. Egan's Creek Park is located on Atlantic Avenue about 1/2 mile from the ocean. The park has play areas for the kids, picnic areas, baseball field, and the opportunity to watch the birds in the wetland area and Egan's Creek.

State Park-Amelia Island State Park
Located on the south end of Amelia Island. It features a mile long fishing bridge with a boat ramp on the far side. This park is a favorite spot for viewing many shore birds and also for fishermen. Finally, located on the Amelia Island side of the bridge is a horseback riding stable for touring the beautiful beaches. 12157 Heckscher Drive - Florida State Parks Information Center (850) 245-2157 or 904-251-2320

State Park-Amelia Island State Recreation Area
(State Road A1A just before the bridge that takes you off Amelia's south end), contains over 200 acres of untouched land, beaches, salt marsh, and forest; a wonderful natural environment. Open 24 hours a day, all year long. (904) 251-2320

State Park-Fort Clinch State Park
Built in 1874, it is located on the northern end of Amelia Island. It was occupied by Confederate troops when the Civil War began but was taken by Federal troops when a withdrawal was ordered by General Robert E. Lee. There is always a Park Ranger on duty at the fort and often times, some volunteers, as well. There is no set time for Ranger Programs but there is constant roving interpretation taking place. The fort staff are usually offering a first-person interpretation of the Fort life as it was in 1864 by portraying soldiers and workers stationed at Fort Clinch. The fort includes a beach, campgrounds, nature and hiking trails, and historic re-enactments. Enjoy hiking in the maritime oak hammock, fishing from the half-mile long pier or bicycling on the 3.3 miles of paved biking trails. There is also a very nice playground area with picnic tables and barbeques, shaded by tree canopy. (Remember - BRING THE BUG SPRAY!) 2061 Atlantic Avenue, Fernandina Beach (904) 277-7274 or (904) 823-4500 or www.floridastateparks.org/fortclinch

State Park-Big Talbot Island
Several miles off the south end of Amelia Island. Big Talbot Island State Park offers the perfect vantage for overlooking the Bluffs, enjoying a picnic, strolling the beach for treasures, or taking pictures. It is probably the most unique shoreline in Florida. Offers a boat ramp, fishing, canoe trails to explore the marshes, shell covered beaches, plus miles of hiking trails and a 40 site campground. Long wooden walkways spanning over natural dunes bridge the parking/picnic area and over 5 miles of wide, white sandy beaches along the Atlantic coastline. This pristine beach provides endless opportunities for soaking up the sun while you fish, swim, surf, or search for shells. Hours are 8 a.m. to sunset, year-round. You can also explore native birds and other wildlife by visiting BEAKS, a sanctuary and wildlife rehabilitation center for native Florida Birds. (904) 251-2473

State Park-Little Talbot Island
Little Talbot Island is one of the few barrier islands along Florida's Northeast Coast to be left undeveloped. Natural sand dunes and undisturbed salt marshes provide hours of back-to-nature relaxation. The park has more than five miles of beautiful, white sandy beaches, undisturbed salt marshes, and vegetated dunes. Maritime forests, desert-like dunes, and the salt marshes on the western side of the island allow endless hours of nature study and relaxation. This island offers hiking, swimming, and fishing. Hours are 8 a.m. to sunset, year-round. (904) 251-2320

State Park-Fort George Island State Cultural Site
Several miles to the south of Little Talbot. Hours 8 a.m. to sunset, year-round. This beautiful historic island is a real gem. It features self-guided tours and the newly opened Ribault Club. Walk, bike or drive through historic plantation structures, nature trails, sprawling oaks, and lush vegetation. Also located on the island is the historic Kingley Plantation (904) 251-2320

Art Galleries
Amelia Island Art Association Gallery-(904) 261-7020, Amelia San Jon Gallery, Inc.-(904) 491-8040, Eileen's Art and Antiques-(904) 277-2727, Barwick Studio-(904) 321-0833, Cherished Fine Arts-(904) 491-6230, Collage Studio and Gallery-(904) 261-3240, Blue Door Artists-(904) 556-1119, Designs On Sax-(904) 277-4104, First Coast Community Bank Gallery-(904) 277-5290, Harbor Lights-(904) 261-9763, La Torre's Gallery and Gifts-(904) 261-0444, North Beach Gallery-(904) 432-2217, Ribault's Gallery of Fine Arts-(904) 321-0021, Susan's Slightly Off-Centre Gallery and Gifts-(904) 277-1147, Susi An Emporium-(904) 206-4321, Susi Boutique Gallery-(904) 261-3240, The Sudio-(904) 261-3665, Wall Art Gallery-(904) 491-6303, The Waterwheel Art Galleries-(904) 261-2535.

Community Theatre-Amelia Community Theatre
Box Office located at 209 Cedar Street or call(904) 261-6749 for box office information and show times. www.ameliacommunitytheatre.org

Community Theatre-Fernandina Little Theatre
(904) 277-2202 or www.ameliaflt.org

Amelia Island Antique Shops
Amelia Island Antique Market-(904) 277-3815, Amelia Island Antiques-(904) 321-1314, Eight Flags Antique Market-(904) 277-8550, Frank's Antiques and Auctions-(800) 481-6825, French Market Antiques-(904) 491-0707, Gallery and J Nathaniel Rowe-(904) 321-5477, Harbor Lights Art and Antiques-(904) 261-9763, Huckleberry Lane-(904) 277-0061, Island Treasures-(904) 261-8887, The Plantation Shop-(904) 261-2030, Season Antiques and Interiors-(904) 261-4242, Swamp Art Too-(904) 491-9847, Trailer Park Collectibles-(904) 491-4461

Yulee Antique Shops
A1A Antiques Collectibles and Good used Furniture-(904) 225-1950, Antique Barn-(904) 225-1952, The Old Flood Store Antiques-(904) 225-0902

Holiday Stroll
Historic Centre Street – Stroll through Historic Fernandina Beach as it glitters with lights and festive decorations for the holiday season

Amelia Island 5th Annual Home and Garden Tour
Generally scheduled mid-March this tour covers several beautiful private homes and gardens and benefits Micah’s Place, a shelter for victims of domestic violence (904) 225-3110

Amelia Wine Fest
Held at the Amelia Island Plantation’s Spa and Shops in the shopping village located directly off A1A (at the first round-a-bout if you are traveling south on A1A). The Plantation’s Wine Fest features several wineries and offers over 80 varieties of wine for tasting. (904) 321-5050

Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival –
Three weeks of music played from historic venues throughout our Victorian Era Seaport. Famed musicians perform at various locations around the island and music spills onto the shady streets of Amelia Island from settings that range from the historic and the sacred to the elegant and lighthearted. (904) 261-1779 www.ameliaislandchambermusic.org

DINING
Elegant, casual, common, or quick; on Amelia Island we're always cooking up something good, no matter what type of dining you're looking for; Choose from a number of island specialties, including fresh seafood, continental cuisine, classic southern Provencal dishes and American food. Visitors can dine in an abundance of delightful settings, from initimate dining rooms, authentic waterfront terraces and unique cafes to rustic retreats, brick courtyards and quaint coffee houses.

SHOPPING
Once a viewpoint Victorian seaport village, historic downtown Fernandina Beach is still one of Amelia's greatest charms, with rows of shops on Centre Street, housing an eclectic assortment of curios, island apparel, boutiques and antiques; Clusters of specialty stores are also located throughout the island, offering convenient shopping to visitors no matter where they stay.

Water Park
Adventure Landing - Jacksonville, Florida 23.8 miles from the island

Amelia Island Nature Center
Offers many programs for adults and children to experience nature on Amelia Island, including one-hour naturalist guided tours. The "Discover" series tours offer fossil hunting, fishing, shell and shark tooth hunts, nature crafts, crabbing, and more. $10/person for adults and either $10 or $7.50/person (depending on tour selected) for children age 4 and older. Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Must call to pre-register for tours. Feed the turtles in the lake, snakes, fish, skinks. 904-321-5082 or 888-261-6161 / 6800 First Coast Highway A1A South

PUBLIC BEACH ACCESS
The City of Fernandina Beach offers 48 other public beach access points. Some have parking and some do not. Call the City of Fernandina Beach Parks and Recreation Department for more information: 904-277-7350 or www.fernandinabeachfl.org

Lady Bug Tours
Provides custom local history tours of Jacksonville, Amelia Island, and St. Augustine, as well as, sightseeing tours and transportation to other parts of Florida. Tours for kids and adults in groups of 4 to 47. Tour guides will transport your group or can "step on" your transportation vehicle. 904-813-1229

Fernandina Beach Branch Library
25 North 4th Street, Fernandina Beach 904-277-7365 or www.read.nassau.lib.fl.us

Nature Tours by Water-Amelia Anchors Away Charters
1 Front Street - Offers fishing and sunset cruises on a 36 foot boat. $100 per hour for up to six people (four hour minimum for fishing trips). Parent or guardian must be present with child. Disabled passengers are welcome, and there are special programs available. Call for reservations. Departs from the downtown Fernandina Harbor Marina, Fernandina Beach 904-277-2086

Place of Worship
African Methodist Episcopal Church Bethel AME Church, 45133 Page Street, Callahan: 904-879-4303

Place of Worship
African Methodist Episcopal Church Macedonia AME Church, 202 South Ninth Street, Fernandina Beach: 904-261-4114

Place of Worship
Baptist Ephesus Baptist Church, 48143 Ephesus Road, Hilliard: 904-845-3426

Place of Worship
African Methodist Episcopal Church Prince Chapel AME Church, 95189 Hendricks Road, Nassauville: 904-277-2645

Place of Worship
Anglican Holy Trinity Anglican Church E-mail info@holytrinityanglican.org: 904-261-6599

Place of Worship
Assemblies of God Celebration Assembly of God, 50472 US 17 South, Yulee: 904-225-9159

Place of Worship
Assemblies of God Assembly of God (Fernandina), 302 South 14th Street, Fernandina Beach: 904-261-6448

Place of Worship
Assemblies of God Crossroads Family Worship Center, 542284 US 1, Callahan: 904-879-1833

Place of Worship
Assemblies of God Hilliard First Assembly of God, 551630 US 1, Hilliard: 904-845-2642

Place of Worship
Baptist First Avenue Baptist Church, 27388 West First Avenue, Hilliard: 904-845-2047

Place of Worship
Baptist Amelia Baptist Church, 961167 Buccaneer Trail, Fernandina Beach: 904-261-9527

Place of Worship
Baptist Bible Baptist Church, 820 South 14th Street, Fernandina Beach: 904-261-5457

Place of Worship
Baptist Bible Baptist Church (Callahan), 45221 Mussel White Road, Callahan: 904-879-2853

Place of Worship
Baptist Blackrock Baptist Church, 96362 Blackrock Road, Yulee: 904-261-6220

Place of Worship
Baptist Buford Grove Baptist Church, US 1 and Andrews Road, Hilliard: 904-845-3656

Place of Worship
Baptist Celebration Baptist Church, Services at Yulee Elementary School: 904-225-0777

Place of Worship
Baptist Community Baptist Church, 85326 Winona Bayview Road, Yulee: 904-225-0809

Place of Worship
Baptist First Avenue Baptist Church, 27388 West First Avenue, Hilliar: 904-845-2047

Place of Worship
Baptist First Baptist Church, 416 Alachua Street, Fernandina Beach: 904-261-3617

Place to Worship
Baptist First Baptist Church of Boulougne, 28226 Church Drive, Hilliard: 904-845-7286

Place of Worship
Baptist First Baptist Church Callahan, 45090 Green Avenue, Callahan: 904-879-2172

Place of Worship
Baptist First Baptist Church of Gray Gables, 54031 Church Road, Callahan: 904-879-2172

Place of Worship
Baptist First Baptist Church of Hilliard, 15850 CR 108, Hilliard: 904-845-3614

Place of Worship
Baptist First Baptist Church of Yulee, 86584 Pinewood Drive, Yulee: 904-845-3614

Place of Worship
Baptist First Missionary Baptist Church, 22 South Ninth Street, Fernandina Beach: 904-261-5548

Place of Worship
Baptist Five Points Baptist Church, 736 Bonnieview Road, Fernandina Beach: 904-261-4615

Place of Worship
Baptist Friendship Baptist Church, 85834 Miner Road, Yulee: 904-225-0683

Place of Worship
Baptist Greater Mt. Pleasant Missionary

Place of Worship
Baptist Greater Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church, 45031 Historical Lane, Callahan: 904-879-2693

Place of Worship
Baptist Hedges Baptist Church, 85050 Sutton Place, Yulee: 904-225-2105

Place of Worship
Baptist Hisbon Baptist Church, 37214 West Sixth Street, Hilliard: 904-845-4906

Place of Worship
Baptist Liberty Baptist Church, 55045 Mount Olive Road, Callahan: 904-879-5287

Place of Worship
Baptist Live Oak Baptist Church, 36178 Congregation Lane, Callahan: 904-879-3400

Place of Worship
Baptist Mount Horeb Missionary Baptist Church, 58552 Cooperneck Road, Hilliard: 904-845-3948

Place of Worship
Baptist Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church Services in Chester, Fernandina Beach: 904-277-7632

Place of Worship
Baptist New Life Baptist Church, 464069 SR 200, Yulee: 904-261-4818

Downtown Concerts For The Summer
Family-Fun Street Concerts held downtown are back this year! The concerts are planned for the first Friday evening of each month with the exception of the Shrimp Fest weekend on the 1st of May through the summer. The concerts are free and last about two hours. Top area bands have been signed to perform. Bring your chairs and dancing shoes! Concerts are scheduled for 6 to 8 p.m. See you there!

Place of Worship
Baptist New Mt. Carmel House of Praise, 77294 Lippizan Court, Yulee: 904-225-0190

Place of Worship
Baptist New Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 10 South 10th Street, Fernandina Beach: 904-261-0010

Place of Worship
Baptist North 14th Street Baptist Church, 519 North 14th Street, Fernandina Beach: 904-261-0010

Place of Worship
Baptist North Hilliard Baptist Church, 552823 US 1: 904-845-2515

Place of Worship
Baptist O'Neal Memorial Baptist Church, 474257 East SR 200, Fernandina Beach: 904-277-2606

Place of Worship
Baptist River Road Baptist Church, 21067 CR 121, Hilliard: 904-879-1007

Place of Worship
Baptist Springhill Baptist Church, 941017 Old Nassauville Road, Fernandina Beach: 904-261-4741

Place of Worship
Baptist St. James Baptist Church, 153037 CR 108, Sandhill: 904-225-9010

Place of Worship
Baptist Third Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Mt. Zion Circle, Fernandina Beach: 904-277-8394

Place of Worship
Baptist Thomas Creek Baptist Church, 54322 Janice Drive, Callahan: 904-879-4156

Place of Worship
Baptist Yulee Baptist Church, 85971 Harts Road, Yulee: 904-225-5128

Place of Worship
Roman Catholic Our Lady of Consolation Catholic Church, 541668 US 1, Callahan: 904-879-3662

Place of Worship
Roman Catholic St. Michael Catholic Church, 505 Broome Street, Fernandina Beach: 904-261-3472

Place of Worship
Church of Christ Fernandina Beach Church of Christ, 1005 South 14th Street, Fernandina Beach: 904-261-9760

Place of Worship
Church of Christ First Coast Church of Christ, 450757 SR 200, Callahan: (904) 879-4003

Place of Worship
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Fernandina), 2800 South 14th Street: 904-261-7370

Place of Worship
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Hilliar), 3741 Heavenly Lane: 904-845-4200

Place of Worship
Church of God ChristWalk, 2920 Bailey Road, Fernandina Beach: 904-261-7120

Place of Worship
Church of God Chester Church of God, 96984 Blackrock Road, Chester: 904-261-0830

Place of Worship
Church of God Church of God of Prophecy, 2712 South 14th Street, Fernandina Beach: 904-277-4577

Place of Worship
Church of God Elm Street Church of God, 502 South 11th Street, Fernandina Beach: 904-261-7194

Place of Worship
Church of God Greater Fernandina Church of God, 305 South Fourth Street, Fernandina Beach: 904-277-0882

Place of Worship
Church of God Miracle Faith Church of God, 87688 Roses Bluff Road, Yulee: 904-548-8356

Place of Worship
Church of God River of Praise Worship Center, 83410 Saint Marks Drive, Yulee: 904-225-2596

Place of Worship
Church of God Shining Light Church of God by Faith, 153091 CR 108, Yulee: 904-225-9829

Place of Worship
Church of God Solid Rock Church of God by Faith, 86138 Palm Tree Drive, Yulee: 904-225-5388

Place of Worship
Episcopal Saint Peter's Episcopal Church, 801 Atlantic Avenue, Fernandina Beach: 904-261-4293

Place of Worship
Episcopal Bethany Episcopal Church, Second and Pine Streets, Hilliard: 904-845-2304

Place of Worship
Fellowships Kings Road Fellowship, 545866 US 1, Callahan: 904-845-7355

Place of Worship
Fellowships New Harvest Fellowship 37837 Eastwood Road, Hilliard: 904-845-7017

Place of Worship
Fellowships True Faith Christian Fellowship, 1389 Peachtree Road, Callahan: 904-507-1285

Place of Worship
Interdenominational Amelia Plantation Chapel, 36 Bowman Road, Amelia Island: 904-277-4414

Place of Worship
Interdenominational Christ the Redeemer Church, 1897 Island Walkway, Suite 3, Amelia Island: 904-491-1562

Place of Worship
Interdenominational Impact Your World Church, 86207 Felmor Road, Yulee: 904-261-9072

Place of Worship
Interdenominational The Journey Church, 869 Sadler Road, Fernandina Beach: 904-261-8310

Place of Worship
Interdenominational Living Waters World Outreach Center, 96262 Brady Point Road, Yulee: 904-321-2117

Place of Worship
Jehovah's Witnesses Jehovah's Witnesses, 942471 Old Nassauville Road, Fernandina Beach: 904-261-6553

Place of Worship
Lutheran Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 2600 Atlantic Avenue, Fernandina Beach: 904-261-6306

Place of Worship
Methodist First United Methodist Church of Callahan, US 301 and Booth Street: 904-879-3877

Place of Worship
Methodist Franklin Town United Methodist Church, 1415 Lewis Street, American Beach: 904-277-2726

Place of Worship
Methodist Franklin Town United Methodist Church, 1415 Lewis Street, American Beach: 904-277-2726

Place of Worship
Methodist Memorial United Methodist Church, 601 Centre Street, Fernandina Beach: 904-261-5769

Place of Worship
Methodist Trinity United Methodist Church, 101 South Eighth Stree, Fernandina Beach: 904-277-6859

Place of Worship
Methodist Yulee United Methodist Church, 86003 Christian Way, Yulee: 904-225-5381

Place of Worship
Ministries Cornerstone Ministries, 551450 North Kings Road, Hilliard: 904-845-3940

Place of Worship
Ministries Harvest Outreach Ministries, 905 Broome Street, Fernandina Beach: 904-277-3151

Place of Worship
Ministries Just For The Love of Jesus Ministries, 45101 Blessed Way, Callahan: 904-879-6404

Place of Worship
Ministries Kingdom Ministries, 910 South 14th Street, Fernandina Beach: 904-321-0018

Place of Worship
Islam Islamic Center of Northeast Florida, 2333 St. Johns Bluff Road South, Jacksonville: 904-646-3462

Place of Worship
Islam Jacksonville Masjid of Alislam, 2242 Commonwealth Avenue, Jacksonville: 904-387-6910

Place of Worship
Judaism Bethel The Beaches Synagogue, 288 North Roscoe Boulevard, Ponte Vedra Beach: 904-273-9100

Place of Worship
Conservative Beth Shalom Congregation, 4072 Sunbeam Road, Jacksonville: 904-268-0404

Place of Worship
Conservative Chabad-lubavitch, 10129 Haley Road, Jacksonville: 904-262-6641

Place of Worship
Conservative Congregation Ahavath Chesed, 8727 San Jose Boulevard, Jacksonville: 904-733-7078

Place of Worship
Reform Etz Chaim Synagogue, 10167 San Jose Boulevard, Jacksonville: 904-262-3565

Place of Worship
Orthodox Jacksonville Jewish Center, 3662 Crown Point Road, Jacksonville: 904-292-1000

Place of Worship
Nazarene Nassau Nazarene Fellowship, 850987 North US 17, Yulee: 904-225-2222

Place of Worship
Abundant Life Christian Church, 1243 South Eighth Street, Fernandina Beach: 904-491-8424

Place of Worship
Bridge Family Worship Center, 85031 Landover Drive, Yulee: 904-225-4860




Thanksgiving Grand Buffet
Enjoy a Thanksgiving feast complete with turkey, dressing and all the trimmings plus a complimentary 5 x 7 family photo at the Sunrise Cafe and Ocean Grill at Amelia Island Plantation. For seating times, call restaurant reservations a (904) 321-5050

Bike Tours
Kayak Amelia isn't just about canoes and kayaks anymore! They are offering bike ecotours, with routes available for trails on Ft. George Island in the Talbot Island State Park and Fort Clinch State Park. Both ecotours showcase the area's breathtaking natural beauty, with visitors gliding along under gorgeous oak canopies. The two-hour tours are $45 per person and include rental of a Trek 300 hybrid bike. From September 1 through December 15, 2008, Kayak Amelia is offering a half price discount for the second peddler. For more information, call (904) 251-0016