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JEKYLL ISLAND, GEORGIA

Par for the Course: Golfing on Jekyll Island

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Elevation Note
Elevation is just above sea level.

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Golf clubs, golf balls, golf tees and any comfort items such as hats, bug spray, sunscreen, etc. you consider necessary.

Itinerary for Nov 10 — Nov 15, 2013

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Type: Hotel

 Description: Jekyll Island sometimes referred to as "the best kept secret" in the Southeast, offers its own unique and unspoiled natural beauty in a barrier island setting.

Contact info:
200 South Beachview Dr.
Jekyll Island, GA 31527 USA
phone: 912-635-3733
web: www.jekyllislandhamptoninn.com

Room amenities: Featuring cloud nine - the Hampton Inn experience in all guest rooms. Mini fridge with microwave and coffee maker in all rooms. All rooms have 32" flat screen TVs. Outdoor pool and patio. Free US Today in hotel lobby.

Facility amenities: The brand new Hampton Inn & Suites Jekyll Island is situated beachside with a short stroll to the ocean via a boardwalk The unspoiled beaches line the perimeter of the tiny island paradise. Fitness room, whirlpool and bike rentals available.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: Approximately $159.00
Reservations need to be made by contacting the hotel directly.

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day One: Sunday, November 10 - Orientation 
Afternoon: Arrive at hotel for registration, room assignment, supper and program orientation.

Dinner: Dinner at 6:00 PM.

Evening: Orientation of program week.

Lodging: Hampton Inn & Suites

Meals Included: Dinner
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Type: Hotel

 Description: Jekyll Island sometimes referred to as "the best kept secret" in the Southeast, offers its own unique and unspoiled natural beauty in a barrier island setting.

Contact info:
200 South Beachview Dr.
Jekyll Island, GA 31527 USA
phone: 912-635-3733
web: www.jekyllislandhamptoninn.com

Room amenities: Featuring cloud nine - the Hampton Inn experience in all guest rooms. Mini fridge with microwave and coffee maker in all rooms. All rooms have 32" flat screen TVs. Outdoor pool and patio. Free US Today in hotel lobby.

Facility amenities: The brand new Hampton Inn & Suites Jekyll Island is situated beachside with a short stroll to the ocean via a boardwalk The unspoiled beaches line the perimeter of the tiny island paradise. Fitness room, whirlpool and bike rentals available.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: Approximately $159.00
Reservations need to be made by contacting the hotel directly.

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Two: Monday, November 11 - Golf Instruction and18 Holes of Golf 
Breakfast: Choose from a variety of delicious breakfast items, including freshly made waffles*, hearty oatmeal with toppings*, and enjoy all the juice or coffee you can drink. Muffins, Danish, bagels, yogurt and fruit are always available. Chafered items vary from day to day.

Morning: Depart for Jekyll Island Golf facility. Instruction begins at 9:00 a.m.with putting and full swing set-up fundamentals. We also cover course management.

Lunch: Lunch at the golf course restaurant.

Afternoon: Jekyll Island has been a golf destination since 1898, when Jekyll Island Club members added the first course on the island. Today, Jekyll Island boasts 63 holes of golf on three 18-hole courses and one 9-hole course. The 18 hole courses are Pine Lakes (renovated in 2002), Indian Mound (named after the oyster shell middens left by native peoples), or the popular Oleander (on the grounds of the 34th oldest course in the US. The group will play 18 holes.

Dinner: Dinner

Evening: Enjoy a lively lecture about colonial dress as the instructor dresses a participant in the appropriate attire for the historical era.

Lodging: Hampton Inn & Suites

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Hotel

 Description: Jekyll Island sometimes referred to as "the best kept secret" in the Southeast, offers its own unique and unspoiled natural beauty in a barrier island setting.

Contact info:
200 South Beachview Dr.
Jekyll Island, GA 31527 USA
phone: 912-635-3733
web: www.jekyllislandhamptoninn.com

Room amenities: Featuring cloud nine - the Hampton Inn experience in all guest rooms. Mini fridge with microwave and coffee maker in all rooms. All rooms have 32" flat screen TVs. Outdoor pool and patio. Free US Today in hotel lobby.

Facility amenities: The brand new Hampton Inn & Suites Jekyll Island is situated beachside with a short stroll to the ocean via a boardwalk The unspoiled beaches line the perimeter of the tiny island paradise. Fitness room, whirlpool and bike rentals available.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: Approximately $159.00
Reservations need to be made by contacting the hotel directly.

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Three: Tuesday, November 12 - Golf instruction/18Holes of Golf/Lecture 
Breakfast: Breakfast

Morning: Participants will work on short game, i.e. chipping and pitching, and full swing mechanics.

Lunch: Lunch at the golf course restaurant.

Afternoon: The group will play 18 holes of golf.

Dinner: Dinner

Evening: Jekyll Ecology

Lodging: Hampton Inn & Suites

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Close [ x ]
Type: Hotel

 Description: Jekyll Island sometimes referred to as "the best kept secret" in the Southeast, offers its own unique and unspoiled natural beauty in a barrier island setting.

Contact info:
200 South Beachview Dr.
Jekyll Island, GA 31527 USA
phone: 912-635-3733
web: www.jekyllislandhamptoninn.com

Room amenities: Featuring cloud nine - the Hampton Inn experience in all guest rooms. Mini fridge with microwave and coffee maker in all rooms. All rooms have 32" flat screen TVs. Outdoor pool and patio. Free US Today in hotel lobby.

Facility amenities: The brand new Hampton Inn & Suites Jekyll Island is situated beachside with a short stroll to the ocean via a boardwalk The unspoiled beaches line the perimeter of the tiny island paradise. Fitness room, whirlpool and bike rentals available.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: Approximately $159.00
Reservations need to be made by contacting the hotel directly.

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Four: Wednesday, November 13 - Golf instruction 
Breakfast: Breakfast

Morning: Instructors will cover bunker shots and drivers/fairway woods.

Lunch: Lunch at the golf course restaurant.

Afternoon: Free afternoon to explore the island on your own.

Dinner: Enjoy your free time exploring Jekyll Island or St Simon's. Dinner on your own.

Evening: The evening will be free.

Lodging: Hampton Inn & Suites

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
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Type: Hotel

 Description: Jekyll Island sometimes referred to as "the best kept secret" in the Southeast, offers its own unique and unspoiled natural beauty in a barrier island setting.

Contact info:
200 South Beachview Dr.
Jekyll Island, GA 31527 USA
phone: 912-635-3733
web: www.jekyllislandhamptoninn.com

Room amenities: Featuring cloud nine - the Hampton Inn experience in all guest rooms. Mini fridge with microwave and coffee maker in all rooms. All rooms have 32" flat screen TVs. Outdoor pool and patio. Free US Today in hotel lobby.

Facility amenities: The brand new Hampton Inn & Suites Jekyll Island is situated beachside with a short stroll to the ocean via a boardwalk The unspoiled beaches line the perimeter of the tiny island paradise. Fitness room, whirlpool and bike rentals available.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: Approximately $159.00
Reservations need to be made by contacting the hotel directly.

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Five: Thursday, November 14 - Golf instruction/18 Holes of Golf/Lecture 
Breakfast: Breakfast

Morning: Video swing analysis, using V1 computer software and instuctors will conduct a question and answer session.

Lunch: Lunch at the golf course restaurant.

Afternoon: The group will play 18 holes of golf.

Dinner: Dinner

Evening: An entertaining program will be held.

Lodging: Hampton Inn & Suites

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Six: Friday, November 15 - Breakfast/Jekyll Trivia. 
Breakfast: Breakfast

Morning: Jekyll Island Trivia.

Meals Included: Breakfast


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Jekyll Island, GA
General OverviewJekyll Island's Historic District has several speciality shops as well as the Jekyll Island Club Hotel, once the clubhouse for many of America's elite business men. Other areas of interest located near Jekyll Island are St. Simons Island, home to several historic places including Fort Frederica, Bloody Marsh Battle site, etc. There are also other interesting islands located near Jekyll Island including Sapelo Island where you will find a plantation once owned by R. J. Reynolds and Cumberland Island home to many wild horses. Other areas of interest near Jekyll Island include Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation, an old rice plantation and Brunswick Georgia which has many historic buildings and landmarks as well as several antique shops. Jekyll Island is located approximately one hour south of Historic Savannah Georgia.
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