Coastal Companion

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Free Weekend at National Parks on the Coast

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Visit one of our national parks on Saturday July 17th or Sunday July 18th without paying admission. The National Park Service offers a couple of free weekends every year, and one of those weekends is coming up in July.

It’s the perfect opportunity to take family and friends out to a state park for a visit. This weekend you can for example visit Fort Moultrie, the Castillo de San Marco or Fort Pulaski.

Below is a complete list of participating National Parks in our area:

SOUTH CAROLINA
Fort Moultrie National Monument – Charleston, South Carolina
The National Park Service’s fee-free weekends apply to Fort Moultrie, a unit of Fort Sumter National Monument. Fort Moultrie is a unit of Fort Sumter National Monument. The site is located on Sullivan’s Island and is accessible by car. Fort Sumter is always free – but there is a fee for the ferry boat ride to the fort.
For more information about Fort Sumter visit http://www.nps.gov/fosu

Fort Frederica georgia
Fort Frederica National Monument. Photo: Georgia Department of Economic Development

GEORGIA
Fort Frederica National Monument – St Simon’s Island, Georgia
Spanish and British forces clashed on St. Simons Island in 1792. Fort Frederica’s troops defeated the Spanish troops. Georgia remained a British colony.
For more information about Fort Frederica visit http://www.nps.gov/fofr

Fort Pulaski Savannah Georgia
Fort Pulaski National Monument. Georgia Department of Economic Development

Fort Pulaski National Monument – Savannah, Georgia
The Battle of Fort Pulaski in April 1862 featured the first significant use of rifled cannons in combat. The fort surrendered, which was a turning point, signaling the end of masonry fortifications.
For more information about Fort Pulaski http://www.nps.gov/fopu

Cumberland Island National Seashore – St Marys, Georgia
Cumberland Island is Georgia’s largest and southernmost barrier island.
For more information about Cumberland Island http://www.nps.gov/cuis

FLORIDA
Castillo de San Marcos National Monument – St Augustine, Florida
The Castillo was constructed to defend Spain’s claims in the New World. It was never defeated in battle. The Castillo witness to over 330 years of history and culture and is an impressive place to visit.
For more information about Castillo de San Marcos http://www.nps.gov/casa

Fort Pulaski
Fort Pulaski National Monument. Georgia Department of Economic Development

Antique Show in the Village – St Simons Island, Georgia

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Do you like antiques and enjoy hand-crafted items? Make sure to mark your calendar and take a trip to Postell Park on St Simons Island on August 2-3. Vendors from throughout the Southeast offer antiques, collectibles, and craft items. This could be your chance to find something unique for your home or maybe a special gift. The antique show takes place from 9am – 5pm.
Postell Park, Beachview Drive Pier Village, St. Simons Island
Call 912-264-3254 for more information about the event.

Jazz in the Park – St. Simons Island, GA

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Enjoy an evening of live jazz music under the stars on the lawn of the St. Simons Island Lighthouse on July 13th , 2008 from 7pm – 9pm. Bring a chair or blanket and picnic. Sponsored by the Golden Isles Arts & Humanities Association.
St. Simons Island Lighthouse
Call 912-262-6934 or visit www.goldenislesarts.org for more information about Jazz in the Park.
Admission: Adults $10, Students 6-12 $5, under 6 free

Jazz in the Park – St Simons Island, Georgia

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Enjoy an evening of live jazz music under the stars on the lawn of the St. Simons Island Lighthouse, featuring Silver Lining Jazz Trio. Bring a chair or blanket and picnic. Sponsored by the Golden Isles Arts & Humanities Association.

St. Simons Island Lighthouse -  Adults $10, Students 6-12 $5, under 6 free
Call 912-262-6934 for more information.