BeachScape: Jekyll Island and the Georgia coast [Vol. 8, Issue 51 (Jan. 2010)]

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INN&SUITES
In January, 2010, the first new hotel on Jekyll Island since 1974 will open its doors. The Jekyll Island Club Hotel is pleased to announce a new offering...

ISLANDTREASURES
Through the months of January and February, the Jekyll Island Authority hosts "Island Treasures on Jekyll Island", a unique treasure hunting experience on Georgia's most popular beach. See also on page 6.

B I R D WATC H I N G DUCKSOF JEKYLLISLAND
Winter is not officially here until I find
large raffs of ducks off Jekyll Island.
Traditionally, I begin looking in October...

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N ew H ampton I nn
In January, 2010, the first new hotel on Jekyll Island since 1974 will open its doors.

the Hampton Inn & Suites impressive beach access, the ideal place to watch birds.

The Jekyll Island Club Hotel is pleased to announce a new offering -- the Hampton Inn and Suites located in the new Jekyll Ocean Oaks development on the south end of Jekyll Island. The beachfront Hampton Inn and Suites will be jointly owned by New Castle and Jekyll Ocean Oaks, LLC, the owner-operator of the Jekyll Island Club Hotel.
Located minutes away from Jekyll Island's historic district, the Convention Center, the Georgia Sea Turtle Center and world class golf courses, the new facility will offer 138 guest rooms, 88 of which are suites with balconies.
The property utilizes solar panels for water heating, and the hotel is a member of the "Green" Hotel Association, a group of environmentally-friendly properties whose managers are eager to institute programs that save water, save energy and reduce solid waste.

Featu r es & A menities
The Cloud Nine Bed -- the "better than home" bedding experience available in all 138 guest rooms which include the 88 suites
Suites with balconies and beachfront views All rooms with 32" flat screen TVs, mini fridge,
a microwave oven and a coffee maker FREE high-speed internet access FREE On the HouseTM Hot Breakfast Buffet Lobby Bar Outdoor swimming pool, an expansive pool deck,
a kid's pool, and a large hot tub. Beach access Whirlpool Fitness room Bicycle Rentals 400 sq ft executive meeting facilities Onsite Business Center

Surrounded by 14.5 acres of beachside and maritime forest, the Hampton Inn and Suites provide the ideal environment for a weekend getaway, family vacation or small corporate events.

more I Call (203) 447-7070 online I www.jekyllislandhamptoninn.com. location I 200 Beachview Drive, Jekyll Island

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I Jan.1Feb. 28 Island Treasures on Jekyll Island
Lucky beachcombers flock to Jekyll Island in search of glass globes hidden on Jekyll beaches. Finder's keepers...if you find an
Island Treasure it is yours to keep. www.jekyllisland.com/islandtreasures
I January 2 New Years Golf Tournament for Jekyll Island Golf Club Members Celebrate the start of the New Year on the beautiful Jekyll Island Golf Course. www.golf.jekyllisland.com
I January 5, 7:30 p.m. Three of Us
The best trio in the Golden Isles that specializes in pop and folk-type cover tunes from the 60's and 70's will perform at the
Jekyll Island Convention Center. This FREE performance is sponsored by the Jekyll Island Arts Association.
I Jan. 9, 811 a.m. Jekyll Island Campground Breakfast
$4.50 a person enjoy pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs, orange juice, and coffee. Proceeds support campground beautification.
I January 16 Garden Club Bazaar
Support the Jekyll Island Garden Club and find the perfect everything for everyone at the Jekyll Island Convention Center.
Proceeds support Jekyll Island beautification projects.
I January 16 Home and Family Shoppers' Festival
Chic home-based businesses will highlight their products in the rooms of the Hall of Mirrors at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel.
www.jekyllclub.com
I January 17 Murder Mystery Dinner Party Jekyll Island Club Hotel A deliciously wicked combination of gourmet delicacies with murder and mayhem entwined. www.jekyllclub.com
I January 3031 Soccer Six Winter Nationals
Bear Foot Sports invites your team to participate in the 5th Annual Soccer Six Winter Nationals at the Jekyll Island Soccer Complex. The Winter National Tournament allows teams
an opportunity to compete in an off-season Soccer Six Championship event. www.bearfootsports.com
I February 7 Super Bowl Shamble
Kick-start Super Bowl Sunday with a 4-person shamble on Jekyll Island's Golf Courses. Jekyll Island Golf Club. www.golf.jekyllisland.com
I February 1315 US Kids Golf Tournament
An Invitational tournament attracting budding golfers from around the world for two days of play. www.uskidsgolf.com
I February 14 Tidelands Art Sale
Local artisans display and sell their beautiful handmade wares and fine art at the Jekyll Island Convention Center. Proceeds
benefit Tidelands Nature Center. www.tidelands4h.org
I February 28 Silent Auction, 15:30 p.m. Sponsored by Friends of Historic Jekyll Island Caldwell Hall, Jekyll Convention Center
I March 1214 Jekyll Island Arts Association Arts Festival A three-day event for every arts enthusiast to enjoy. Artists from all over the country compete for prizes and sell their creations. Enjoy food, crafts and purchase that hard to find
piece of art you have always wanted.

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Je k y l l Is l and Ga r den C lu b Bazaar

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W inte r Guest A c ti v ities

The annual Jekyll Island Garden Club Bazaar will be held on Saturday, January 16th from 9:30 a.m.2:30 p.m. in Caldwell Hall of the Jekyll Island Convention Center. This fantastic annual shopping event will include white elephant items, electronics, jewelry, clothing, sporting goods, baked goods, books and more. Lunch will also be available in the food court prepared by the Jekyll Island Rotary Club. Guests coming to the island for the bazaar will be given a voucher worth $5.00 upon presentation of their January 16th Toll Ticket. This can be applied to Bazaar purchases in the clothing or the white elephant areas. Profits from the Garden Club's Bazaar go towards Jekyll Island beautification projects.
date I Saturday, January 16th hours I 9:30 a.m.2:30 p.m. location I Caldwell Hall, Jekyll Island Covention Center

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Golf I Winter Guest Clinics
Wed., Dec. 16 April 28, 1011:30 a.m. Learn tips from the pros on how to improve your game and get answers to specific problems you might have. Reservations: (912) 635-2368 www.golf.jekyllisland.com
Tennis I Mixed Doubles
Wednesday's Wimbledon mixed doubles 10 a.m.noon.
Tennis I Winter Guest Clinics
Tuesday's Tennis Clinic-tennis instruction with USPTA pro Pete Poole and assistant pro Morgan Meacham. Saturday Morning Clinics-Beginning Juniors instruction 910 a.m. followed by intermediate and advanced juniors at 1011:30 a.m. Match play begins at 11:30. Jekyll Island Tennis Center Captain Wylly Road, (912) 635-3154 (Location on map p. 8 & 9)

Open Mic Night I the Bistro Lounge
The Driftwood Bistro, Villas by the Sea (Location on map p. 8 & 9) Mondays 7 to 10 p.m. Sing your heart out and relax with a great glass of wine or beer.
Trivia Night Sea Jays Restaurant (Location on map p. 8 & 9) Wed., 7 p.m. Lots of competitive fun and great food. Get your team together or join one there for an evening of question and answer fun. Enjoy $2 Drafts & House Wines and $5 Snackers appetizers.

I N E V E R Y W A Y, G R A N D.
Gracious service. Masterful chefs. Historic setting. The Grand Dining Room, Jekyll Island Club Hotel. A grand experience. Serving breakfast, luncheon and dinner daily, and a legendary Sunday brunch.
For reservations please call 635-2400.
371 RIVERVIEW DRIVE, JEKYLL ISLAND, GEORGIA 31527 www.jekyllclub.com

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Happy Hour I Morgan's Bar & Grill
Jekyll Island Golf Course Fridays, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Listen to the hometown music by Chip & Friends and enjoy a full menu selection from Morgan's Bar & Grill.
Happy Hour I the Bistro Lounge
The Driftwood Bistro, Villas by the Sea (Location on map p. 8 & 9) 4 to 6 p.m. Enjoy half-priced well brands.

Shag Dance Lessons Blackbeard's Seafood Restaurant (Location on map p. 8 & 9) Thu., 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. $10 per person Beginners welcome. Learn the steps to this classic beach music dance while enjoying cocktail specials and great food.

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e treasures are hand-cra ed glass oats, called Island Treasures. e glass oats have been sought a er by Jekyll Island guests since 2002. Each is unique and stamped with the year to be a collector's item for the lucky beachcomber who nds one.
Island Treasures mimic glass oats once used on the shing nets of shermen in the early 1900s. e oats would sometimes break loose and wash ashore for lucky beachcombers to nd and keep. Collecting these glass oats became a hobby in the 1950's, declined as com-

mercial shing moved to plastic and Styrofoam oats. Glass shing oats became rare and are highly sought a er and very valuable today.
During these rst two winter months, the Jekyll Island Authority recreates this hunt-and- nd experience. e glass oat treasures are the works of commissioned artists from across the country. "Beach Buddies" hide them along the shore line every day for lucky visitors to nd and keep. Treasure nders can register their Island Treasure at the Jekyll Island Visitor Information Center to

receive a bio on the artist and a certi cate of authenticity. e Jekyll Island Visitor Information Center has Island Treasure oats and an array of the other colorful glass creations for purchase in-store or online.

In six years, over 1,000 glass oats have been found. Jekyll Island oats are collector's items and can be occasionally found on auction sites like eBay. ose who are unable to visit Jekyll Island can participate in a virtual treasure hunt on www.jekyllisland.com. Search the website for small, hidden Island Treasure pictures. e rst person to click on one will win an actual Island Treasure that will be shipped to them.
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Enjoy dining in the original dining room, or alfresco, at the beautifully restored Crane Cottage in Jekyll Island's National Historic Landmark District. A Mediterranean ambiance is reflected in our menu which features a
Northern California Wine Country flair. A full complement of wines is available.
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d u c k s o f f Je k y l l I s l an d By Lydia C. Thompson
Winter is not officially here until I find large raffs of ducks off Jekyll Island. Traditionally, I begin looking in October. Ducks can be found from a variety of the outlooks off Jekyll Island.

and mergansers. The exciting find would be a Longtailed Duck. Long-tailed Ducks are rare ducks that live most of the year offshore and only come into land to nest. In the winter they are white with black and brown markings. The ducks on this year's Duck Stamp are Long-tailed Ducks.

there might attract American oystercatchers. Herons and egrets gather at the mouth of the creek to catch as easy meal of fish. Standing up on the tower, I scanned the river and found twenty-two White pelicans. This is also a good place to see winter ducks when the winds are out of the east or northeast.

Surf Scoter duck
The first place I look is Driftwood Beach, just north of Villas by the Sea. The ducks can be close there. Counting them is fun. One day I tried to count them and ended up laughing. The count would start- one, two, three getting up to somewhere around twenty-five and they would all dive, and I would have to start over again. They were just not going to be counted that day.
The ducks I saw were diving ducks, in particular scaup and scoters. There are two kinds of scaup--lesser and greater. There are three kind of scoters-- black, surf, and white-winged. It is a good idea to look for different kinds of ducks mixed in these large rafts of scaup and scoters. There could be Red Head Ducks

Over the last two winters the large rafts ducks I am accustomed to seeing were not present. What could be going on? I asked an expert and he told me that these ducks eat certain types of clams that had not been plentiful for the past two years. It made sense no clams no ducks?
To my great joy, this past spring I noticed of piles of small shells on the beach. These were dwarf surf clam and coquinas clam. The clams were back. So it was not a surprise to hear about the ducks off the coast of Jekyll Island in December. The clams are here. The ducks are here. There was a casual count of around thirteen thousand ducks right off Jekyll Island. Most of these ducks are Black scoters, greater and lesser Scaup with other ducks mixed in the huge rafts. You can see these rafts from the Jekyll Island Beach Deck, the South Dune Picnic area, and the newly completed Bird Viewing Platform at St. Andrews Picnic Area.
The Birding Viewing Platform at St. Andrews is nestled in the cedar trees near a creek outlet. The oyster banks

So spend a little time looking for those ducks of winter. Help us compile a list of birds seen. Make a list of the birds you see from the Bird Viewing Platform and leave your list at the Jekyll Island Visitor Information Center.
Whether Lydia is talking about birds, banding, or drawing birds her major focus is to intertwine her bird studies and her art. Visit with Lydia & see her etchings on Wednesdays at the Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shop in the Jekyll's wHistoric District or visit her online (see below).
Thursday Morning Bird Ramble from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Seating is limited. $30 a person. Also, ask about the Ambles one or two hour bird walks on Jekyll held Wednesdays & Friday Mornings. Please call for reservations 912- 634-1322.
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www.lydiabirdsinart.homestead.com www.coastalgeorgiabirding-lydia.blogspot.com

Guided eco-friendly tours
Call 912-635-9704 for times & information
Ages 14 and up!

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HISTORY F EATURE

Jekyll's Connection to Glass Past By Andrea Marroquin
In the winter months, visitors flock to Jekyll Island's beaches in search of hidden glass floats, known as "Island Treasures." Jekyll Island Club Member Alanson B. Houghton could have made his own.

Houghton was known as America's "business man diplomat." Among the third generation of his family to head the Corning Glass Works, Houghton began learning the glass trade in 1889. In time, he became Vice President (1902-1910) and later President (1910-18) of Corning Glass Works. He would also serve as a U.S. Congressman and an ambassador to Germany and Great Britain. Despite an active political career, Houghton helped manage the family glass dynasty into his 70s.
Corning Glass Works had developed the glass light bulb casing for Thomas Edison's incandescent lamp. With the company poised to bring affordable electricity to the masses, Houghton sought an automated means to rapidly and inexpensively produce light bulbs. Other Corning executives were reluctant to invest, so he and his brother Arthur financed it themselves. This resulted in the company's first semi-automatic bulb-making machine in 1913. That

year it produced 420 bulbs an hour and 40 million light bulbs. Houghton then negotiated agreements for Corning Glass to produce 40% of the incandescent light bulbs in America.
Corning Glass Works also cornered the market on railway signal glass. Intent on producing the best quality railroad lamps, Houghton established one of the nation's earliest in-house research labs and hired professionally trained scientists. They studied how to improve the heat-resistance, durability, and color schemes of railroad lanterns and warning lights. The standards they set were adopted by the industry. As a result, the company manufactured 75% of railway signal glass used in America. Corning's "shatterproof " glass lanterns were soon a mainstay of the railroad industry.
The onset of World War I resulted in the loss of access to European laboratory glass. Beginning in 1914, Corning Glass Works began producing laboratory glassware. This led to a patent for a new

Great Gift Ideas at The Jekyll Island Club Hotel
Looking for a unique gift for someone special? What better gift than a romantic getaway at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel! Until Feb. 28, 2010, this popular package is being offered at a 25%. It includes traditional queen or king accommodations for two nights, champagne and fresh fruit upon arrival, and a breakfast buffet each morning.
The perfect gift for that golf enthusiast! Until Jan. 31st, the Jekyll Island Club Hotel will be offering an exciting "Golfer's Heaven Package." Guests receive FREE GOLF each day. Rates include accommodations and 18 holes of golf on one of Jekyll Island's four beautiful, challenging courses. Rates start at $85* per night for hotel accommodations.

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techniques date to his time with Corning Glass Works. A prolific artist, Carder created 7,000 varieties of candlesticks, lamps, perfume bottles, bowls, vases, goblets and decanters. In later years, Houghton's nephew, Arthur Amory Houghton, Jr., would manage Steuben's development of clear crystal.

Alanson B. Houghton, a

Jekyll Island Club Member

from 1919 until his death

in 1941, is known to

have visited the island in

1919 and 1922. In 1936,

Jekyll Island Club Member Alanson B. Houghton was Jekyll Island established

known as America's "business man diplomat."

an Annual Invitation

Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress.

Men's Doubles Round

Robin tennis tournament.

borosilicate glass that would be used Houghton donated a cup presented

in kitchens across the nation. Under each year to the winners.

Houghton's leadership in 1915, heat-

resisting Pyrex cookware was first With Houghton at the helm as an

introduced as a popular household executive of Corning Glass Works, the

product.

family-owned business tripled in size to

become one of the leading glass manu-

In January 1918, Houghton acquired facturers in the world. Houghton's

Steuben Glass Works, retaining talented descendants have continued the family

master artist Frederick Carder as its Art tradition, creating fine art glass, as well

Director. Carder was known for his as glass for televisions, coffeemakers,

multi-hued luxury crystal. Carder produced fiber optics, the Hale and Hubble

iridescent luster glass in a variety of Telescopes, and windows for every U.S.

shades, including the popular Gold manned space vehicle.

Aurene, Blue Aurene, and Verre de

Soie. His creations included Venetianstyle millefiori wares and intarsia etched

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and colored glassware. Carder's most j e k y l l i s l a n d . c o m

recognizable innovations in cut glass

Je k y l l Is l and Museum Tou r Sche d ule

Passport to the Century

Travel into the past. Hear the remarkable story of the Jekyll Island

Club in the American Gilded Era and enter two restored cottages

filled with rich tales and elegant furnishings.

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I January 2 February 28, 2010 I 11 a.m., 1 p.m. & 3 p.m. daily I Approximately 90 minutes. I $16 Adults, $7 Children 612 (Free under 6).

Self-Guided Walking Tours
Purchase a souvenir guidebook full of the museum's archival images to genuinely appreciate the island's detailed architecture and rich history. Explore the inviting pathways of the National Historic Landmark District on bicycle or by foot and find a treasure trove of information panels throughout the district.
date I Daily hours I 9 a.m.5 p.m. more I www.jekyllisland.com/history phone I (912) 635-4036 price I Tour availability and pricing subject to change.
Additional specialty tours and rates are available for parties of 20 or more. Tours operate daily except Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

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Villas by the Sea

resort & conference Center
PLAY ANY WHERE ON THE ISLAND BUT,
SPEND THE NIGHT WITH US!

From 59.95 *

Solar heated pool, beach pavilion, 400 foot ocean side boardwalk, themed playground, wireless internet and much more!

Valid for Mini or Studio Villa (double occupancy) 1, 2 and 3
bedroom Villas available for higher rate.
Add $15 on Friday and Saturday

CALL FOR DETAILS AND UPGRADES
912-635-2521
1175 N. Beachview Drive
www.Jekyllislandga.com
Offer Expires January 31, 2010. Rate is not valid with prior/advance reservations and is based on availability, rate is also not valid on Holidays/Special Events or on certain weekends.

2, 4, 6 Passenger Cars Two Jekyll Island Locations

www.RedBugMotors.com

Jekyll Oceanfront Clarion Resort 975 N. Beachview Drive 912.635.2531 x407

Jekyll Airport 500 Riverview Drive 912.635.9330

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Activities & Attractions
Bike rentals K4 Jekyll Island Club Hotel
Atlantic Water Adventures M3 270-7474
Dolphin Tours K3 Jekyll Island Historic Wharf 635-3152
Emerald Princess Casino II Jekyll Causeway, 101 Gisco Point Dr., Brunswick, 265-3558
Georgia Sea Turtle Center J4 Corner of Hopkins & Stable Rd. 635-4444 Closed Mondays, Tue.Sun. 95
Goodyear Gallery & Gift Shop K3 Sponsored by the Jekyll Island Arts Association Jekyll Island Historic District Mon Fri. noon- 4 p.m. Weekends 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Free Admission. (912) 635-3920

Historic Shops, Pier Road J4 The Cottage on Jekyll, 635-2643 The Commissary, 635-2878 Wild Birds Unlimited, 635-3933 The Island House, 635-2632 Island Sweets Shoppe, 635-3135 Santa's Christmas Shoppe, 635-3804 Trading Post, 635-2546 Just By Hand, 635-9810
Horseback Riding B5 Trail rides on Jekyll's north end, including beach 635-9500
Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides K5 Narrated rides through the Historic District 635-9500
Jekyll Books at the Old Infirmary K4 Corner of Shell and Stable Road. 635-3077

Jekyll Harbor Marina M3 Dockage, dry storage, sightseeing cruises, charter fishing, restaurant/ lounge. S. Riverview Dr. 635-3137
Great Dunes Golf Course K6 9-hole course. 635-2170
Jekyll Island Historic Wharf K3 Dockage, bait, charter fishing, dolphin tours. N. Riverview Drive, 635-3152
Mini-Golf/Bike Rentals K6 Open daily 9am-5pm, 635-2648
Mistletoe Cottage K3 Fiore Sculpture Gallery Saturday & Sundays only 2-4 p.m. Free Admission
Island History Center Daily tours, Stable Road, 635-4036

Red Bug Motors I3 Airport 635-9330 Oceanfront Clarion Resort 635-2531
Segways Fun Tours Guidewd eco-friendly Tours (14 and up) 635-9704
Summer Waves N4 Slides, WAVE POOL, kiddie play area, 635-2074
Tennis Center I4 13 clay courts (7 lighted), Capt. Wylly Road. Open 9 a.m.noon, 26 p.m., 635-3154
Tidelands Nature Center M4 Aquaria, exhibits and nature walks five times per week. SEA KAYAK RENTALS! S. Riverview Drive, 635-5032
Worship Services G4 Denominations include Baptist, Catholic, Episcopal, Methodist and Presbyterian. Churches are located along N. Riverview Dr.

Island regulations

Motor vehicles

Allowed on paved roads only.

Speed limit is 35mph (unless otherwise posted.)



Overnight parking in public areas not permitted.

Bikes should be ridden on bike paths;

if necessary to ride on the street, please

keep to the far right in single file

Helmets required for riders 16 and under.



Pets must be leashed.

Stray animals are subject to impoundment

Electronic devices for detecting metals,

minerals, artifacts... are prohibited.

Safety Tips

The heat will dehydrate you quicklydrink plenty of

water; protect your skin with sunscreen and insect

repellent; while on the beach, observe tide changes and

use caution on sand bars.

Jekyll Island's beach is open year-round; swim at

your own risk. Sand dunes are natural buffers which

protect inland areas from tides, winds and storms. Use

crossovers for beach access and avoid walking on

sand dunes. State law prohibits cutting sea oats. Take

only empty shells and dead sand dollars.
Help Preserve Jekyll's Natural Wonders

By law, 65% of Jekyll must remain undeveloped. Sea

Turtle nesting season is May to August.

Minimize beach lighting

Do not approach nesting female turtles.

Do not disturb resting birds

Avoid the primary dunes during Spring and Summer

nesting seasons, especially on the Island's south end.

Migratory birds are protected by law.

Be aware of deer when driving, especially at night.

Please do not hand feed any animal.

State law prohibits feeding alligators.

* Parking Fee
The Parking Fee for entry to Jekyll Island is used to support conservation and stewardship of the natural and cultural resources of the Island. Special project funded by the parking fee include beach crossovers, bicycle path extensions, and picnic area improvements. Annual decals can be purchased at the greeting station.

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Lodging & Dining
Beachview Club H6 721 N. Beachview Drive, 635-2256
Blackbeard's Seafood Restaurant & Lounge K7 N. Beachview Drive, 635-3522
Days Inn & Suites N6 60 S. Beachview Dr. 635-9800
Jekyll Island Campground C5 N. Beachview Drive, 635-3021
Hampton Inn & Suites O5 200 Beachview Drive, 635-3733
Jekyll Oceanfront Resort E7 975 N. Beachview Drive, 635-2531 Time Out Sports Bar Tiki Bar Poolside Lobby Bar

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Jekyll Island Club Hotel K4 371 Riverview Drive, 635-2600 The Grand Dining Room; Caf Solterra The Courtyard at Crane; Vincent's Pub
Jekyll Realty L6 Jekyll Shopping Center, 635-3301
Latitude 31 Restaurant K3 Jekyll Island Wharf, 635-3800
Morgan's Grill I5 Jekyll Island Golf Clubhouse, 635-4103
Oceanside Inn & Suites I7 711 N. Beachview Drive, 635-2211
Red Bug Motors Pizza & Pub K6 Mon.Sat. 11 a.m. 2 p.m. and 4:309:30 p.m. 635-9730
SandBar and Grill I7 Oceanside Inn & Suites, 635-7906

Parker-Kaufman Realtors L6 Shopping Center, 635-2512
Quality Inn & Suites I6 700 N. Beachview Drive, 635-2202
Seajay's Waterfront Caf and Pub N4 Jekyll Harbor Marina, 635-3200
Villas By the Sea Resort D6 1175 N. Beachview Drive, 635-2521 Driftwood Bistro Click Caf
Zachary's Seafood Restaurant L6 Jekyll Shopping Center, 635-3128
Zach's Eats & Treats L6 Jekyll Shopping Center, 635-2040
For information on accommodations, menus, live entertainment, and hours of operation, please call the individual establishment.

Beaches, Sand Dunes & Turtles Fill in sand castles and holes on the beach. Keep off the dunes. Keep your dog off the dunes. No fires on the beach Keep away from marked turtle nests. No Flashlights on the Beach Vehicles Obey posted speed limits. Park in designated areas only. Watch out for terrapins on the causeway. Wildlife & Endangered Species Do not feed wild animals. Don't get between young birds and the dunes so
they are not separated from their parents. Shells and Mementos Do not keep live sand dollars. No metal detectors on Jekyll Island. Pets Keep pets on a leash. Clean up after your pet. Pet waste receptacles are located at beach
crossovers. Fishing Recycle your fishing line-- don't throw it in the
trash. A fishing license is required to fish or use a
cast or seigning net on Jekyll Island. Trash & Litter Do Not Litter. Just don't. Please recycle. No glass is allowed on the beach.
Thank you for helping to preserve
a way of life on Jekyll Island.

* more information
Visit the Jekyll Island Welcome Center on the Downing Musgrove Causeway. Visitor Information Center in the Convention Center Call 912-635-3636. For emergencies, dial 911
(635-2555 from cell phones).
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Blackbeard's Seafood Restaurant and Lounge K7 Located directly on the beach! Featuring signature seafood pla ers with fresh sh, and Wild Georgia Shrimp. Early bird specials and Saturday seafood bu et!
Open 7 days/week. Lunch and Dinner
200 N. Beachview Dr. (912) 635.3522

Courtyard at Crane K4 is located in the center courtyard and loggia of historic Crane Co age. Guests are o ered the option of dining inside or outside. Shrimp and Basil Ravioli, Pistachio-Crusted Trout, PommeryGlazed Salmon, and Balsamic Roasted Duck are favorites. e wine menu features a blend of the Mediterranean and Northern California wine country.
Riverview Dr. (912) 635.2600 x 5100

Vincent's Pub K4 serves guests International and Domestic beers, cocktails and snacks and features big screen sporting events in a true Pub style atmosphere.
Located in the garden level of the Jekyll Island Club Hotel. (912) 6352600 x 1048.
Zachary's Seafood L6 Family-owned seafood restaurant with a great family atmosphere. Featuring fresh local seafood, steaks, chicken and a full sandwich menu.
Open 7 days/week. Lunch and Dinner served. Located in the Beachside Shopping Center. (912) 635-3128

Morgan's Bar & Grill I5 is located in the Golf Course Pro Shop and is surrounded by 3 spectacular 18-hole golf courses. e bar is open until 6 p.m. with happy hour from 4-6 p.m. Great breakfast, you don't need to be a golfer to enjoy terri c food and quick, friendly service. Open 7 days/week. Breakfast
and lunch served. 322 Capt. Wylly
Rd. (912) 635-4103

Caf Solterra K4 is the Jekyll Island Club Hotel's popular bakerydelicatessen, presenting pastries, mu ns and sticky buns each morning and Starbucks Co ee! Also enjoy deli sandwiches, homemade soups, pizzas, desserts and ice cream. Picnic lunches and catering available.
Located on the top level of the courtyard. Open daily 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. (912) 635.2600 x 1003
Zach's Eats & Treats L6 Beachside sandwich and ice cream shop featuring made-to-order subs, sandwiches, salads, soups, and pizza. Eight avors of hand-dipped ice cream, shakes, banana splits, and sundaes.
Open 7 days from 10 until. Beachside Shopping Center. (912) 635.2040
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Click Caf D6 serves a variety of delicious co ee blends, light fare breakfast and lunch. Relax while you sip on your co ee and enjoy complimentary internet access that is available 24 hours. A great selection of sundries and gi items are also available. Located in the lobby of the Villas by the Sea Resort.
Food service available 7 a.m. - 2 p.m. (912) 635.2521
Latitude 31 K3 is located on the wharf in the historic district. Enjoy radiant sunsets while sipping on your favorite beverage and eating oysters, shrimp, crab legs or our famous Low Country Boil at the Rah Bar. ey feature the freshest seafood available in their signature dishes such as Oysters Rockefeller, Seafood crepes, chicken piccata, and Romano Crusted Chicken.
Open Tues - Sun. (912) 635.3800

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The Grand Dining Room K4 the Jekyll Island Club Hotel's full service restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and its renowned Sunday Brunch. The -la carte menu features continental cuisine specializing in seafood and other southern fare. Enjoy a delightful pianist for the evening meal and Sunday Brunch.
371 Riverview Dr. Jekyll Island Club Hotel. (912) 635.2400
Driftwood Bistro D6 Serving Low Country Cuisine. Menu specialties are meat Loaf, Stuffed Flounder, Herb Crusted Pork Tenderloin, Wild Georgia Shrimp, Corned beef & Cabbage and many more selections. Affordable and delicious lunch or dinner. Located at
Villas By The Sea Resort and Conference Center, 1175 N. Beachview. (912) 635-2521.
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Red Bug Motors Pizza & Pub K6 Located between Great Dunes Golf Course and Mini Golf this family friendly restaurant that delivers, you can dine in or take out, specializes in pizza, pasta hoagies and wraps. Stop by to enjoy fine wines, imported beers, authentic Italian food and homemade desserts.
Mon.Sat 11 a.m.2 p.m. & 4:30 9:30 p.m. (912) 635-9730
SeaJay's N4 is home of Coastal Georgia's famous "Low Country Boil" buffet dinner nightly! Featuring fresh local seafood, original recipe Brunswick Stew, Crab Chowder, and authentic key lime pie! Breathtaking sunsets with Jekyll's Best View make SeaJay's the ideal spot for a cocktail, a meal, private party or catered function.
Open 7 days/wk serving lunch and dinner. Located at 1 Harbor Rd. in the Jekyll Harbor Marina. (912) 635-3200. www.seajays.com.

The Time Out Sports Grill E7 Savor the delicious food and spirits of this full-service restaurant, featuring 19 HD TVs. We are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and offer the finest cuisine and the freshest local seafood. Guests can relax, socialize or just enjoy the game at the Lobby Bar, which specializes in unique margaritas and daiquiris. The
poolside Tiki Bar is open seasonally with live music on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. (912) 635.2531

The Sandbar & Grill I7 features seven flat screen HDTV's for outstanding sports viewing, pool tables & games. Serving an extensive menu of your favorites for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Home made soups, fresh local seafood and daily specials. Indoor/outdoor and oceanfront events for groups of all sizes. Live entertainment on weekends!
Located at the Oceanside Inn and Suites, 711 Beachview Dr. (912) 635-7906. Open 7 a.m. until.

Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing from Red Bug Motors Pizza & Pub

INGREDIENTS (Dressing makes enough for 12 servings) 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup raspberry wine vinegar 1/2 cup seedless raspberry jam 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

Directions
In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, raspberry jam, mustard, oregano, and pepper. Shake well (would also work well in food processor for 3 to 5 minutes). Enjoy!!

Nutritional Information Amount Per Serving Calories: 118 | Total Fat: 9.2g | Cholesterol: 0mg

Come and enjoy all of our homemade dressings with our fresh delicious salads and pizzas.

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georgia sea turtle center

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As Georgia's first sea turtle rehabilitation, research, and educational facility, the Georgia Sea Turtle Center (GSTC) on Jekyll Island receives patients with a variety of injuries and illnesses.

Some of the turtles' conditions are the result of natural environmental causes while others are caused by human impact. Regardless of the cause, our goal is to heal every turtle, where appropriate, and safely release them back into the wild.
On August 9, 2009, Emma arrived at GSTC after being stranded on a beach at Amelia Island, Florida.

Emma is a green sea turtle who Dr. Terry Norton, Director/Veterinarian describes as arriving with "the most severe boat strike injury that I have ever seen in a live turtle. She is truly amazing." With a large gash in her carapace (upper shell) likely caused by a boat propellor Emma's treatment includes regular cleansing of her wound, applying sterile honeycoated bandages that are used

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Hungry? Come enjoy the delights of Caf Solterra at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel. Serving sandwiches, salads, pizza, fresh baked pastries and homemade desser ts.
Open daily, 7:00 a.m.10:00 p.m. Take out available. Call 635-2600, ext. 1003

for human burn victims and then applying a waterproof bandage so that she can spend her days in the water which allows her to eat. In the evenings, the wound is again cleansed covered with a silver mesh material and then Wound Vacuum Assisted therapy is applied while she is kept out of the water. Initially, Emma even spent overnights at the homes of trained staff where her recovery could be monitored. The great news is Emma is eating well and actively moving around. It's a long road to recovery for her but she's well on her way. Visitors to GSTC can see Emma and her incredible progress.

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Your visit to GSTC helps Emma and her friends! As visitors realize, rehabilitating endangered sea turtles like Emma can be timeconsuming and costly, but very rewarding. Come visit GSTC where you'll learn about our efforts to aid sea turtles and things you can do to help. We promise you won't be the same when you leave, and neither will the turtles!
Visit the Georgia Sea Turtle Center at 214 Stable Road on Jekyll Island or go online to: www.georgiaseaturtlecenter.org

georgia sea turtle center Holiday Discount!
November 26, 2009 through January 31, 2010
Receive 10% off ALL* merchandise purchased in the GSTC Gift Shop!

371 Riverview Drive, Jekyll Island, Georgia 31527 www.jekyllclub.com

* Offer not valid for online purchases, sale/clearance items, admissions, memberships, adoptions, or brick purchases.
The Georgia Sea Turtle Center on Jekyll Island is an operating department of the Jekyll Island Authority and receives financial contributions through the Jekyll Island Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

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Come enjoy the music you grew up with, tunes that bring back the fond memories of yesteryear. Come enjoy the Three of Us, a popular musical group that performs pop and folk-type cover tunes from the 60's and 70's. Their tight vocals which come from many years of musical experience specialize in two and three part harmonies. The group features Bill Townsend on harmonica, guitar and vocals who has been performing professionally for over 30 years; Bo Fox on guitar and vocals with experience playing for over 45 years and Marie Toler, who joined the group about a year ago. Marie has been playing professionally for over 15 years and has become a focal point for the group's performances. With her incredible bongo playing, stellar vocals and an arsenal of percussion instruments she keeps the audience wondering what she'll do next. Making this band just plain fun to watch as well as hear.
date I Tuesday, January 5th hours I 7:30 p.m. phone I (912) 635-3920 location I Jekyll Island Covention Center price I Free performance sponsored by
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The Jekyll Island Arts Association will host the exceptional work of photographer; Carla Cook Smith and whittler; Ernest Shaver on exhibit at Goodyear Gallery January 4th 31st. The artists' reception will be held Sunday, January 10th from 13 p.m.
Photographer, Carla Cook Smith discovered a new side of her self when she picked up a camera. As a painter, she photographed places and things she wanted to paint. However she started to see the beauty of photography all on its own. The lens opened to show her the extraordinary beauty of ordinary things. Through the camera Carla takes the time to absorb the beauty of what is before her: storm clouds on the marsh, sand blowing across the desert, a dusty radio, an interesting reflection or a new perspective of a cemetery. Carla's hope is that her work opens others to pleasant thoughts and new experiences.
Self taught in the art of hand carvings whittler, Ernest Shaver began wood carving with a pocket knife in 1980. Early on, he concentrated on hand carving walking sticks that feature mammals, reptiles, human faces, vines, and abstract images. Most recently, he started hand carving song birds and woodpeckers using several wood types such as bass, buckeye, and tupelo. Ernest strives to develop the implied image of each walking stick or bird by the natural shape of the original wood.
Admission is always free in Goodyear's gallery and shop which is located in the Jekyll Island Historic District. Their regular hours are MondayFriday, Noon4 p.m. and weekends 10 a.m.4 p.m.
date I January 4th 31st, MondayFriday hours I 10 a.m. 4 p.m. phone I (912) 635-3920 location I Goodyear Gallery price I Free entrance

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revitalization of jekyll island

Morgan conference center

1929 Morgan Tennis Center is scheduled to reopen in June 2010 as a Multi-use facility.

Jekyll Island Authority has entered into an agreement with Jekyll Landmark Associates (a Jekyll Island Club Hotel affiliate) to do an adaptive reuse of the 1929 Morgan Tennis Center.
This will include exterior work, as well as refurbishing the interior with the addition of restrooms and an event balcony so that the building can be used for weddings, meetings, banquets, and

other events. New food service/kitchen facilities will be added to the existing building. The completed facilities will open in June 2010 and will be used along with temporary structures and tents in the adjacent parking area for convention and meeting events during the June 2010 to December 2011 construction of the new Convention Center. The Morgan Building, when completed, will be operated by the Jekyll Island Club Hotel.

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