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Biking Exploration on St. Simons and Jekyll Islands |
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Program Number: |
2181RJ |
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| Duration: |
5 nights |
| Location: |
St. Simons Island, Georgia
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| Price starting at: |
$798.00 - Price may vary based on date, departure city |
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Bicycling
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Activity Level: |
t (see description) |
| Meals: |
14;
5 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 5 Dinners |
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Vegetarian |
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Set amid coastal marshlands of swaying cordgrass and studded with lighthouses, former plantations and Gilded Age mansions, the Golden Isles of Georgia mark not only the meeting of the coast and the Atlantic, but also of the native peoples, Spanish missionaries, African slaves and wealthy vacationers who have all played parts in coastal Georgia’s history. From the Tiffany window in Faith Chapel to the historic Jekyll Island Club to the lush maritime forest, take in St. Simons and Jekyll islands by bike.
Highlights
• See a 200-year-old working lighthouse, lovely Christ Church, Fort Frederica and slave cabins by bike.
• Bike to the marshes and learn about Georgia's expansive estuarine and coastal ecosystems.
• Explore more than 20 miles of winding bike trails on Jekyll Island, former playground of the Rockefellers, Morgans, Cranes and Goulds.
Activity Particulars
Bicycling 10-15 miles, moderate pace, concrete bike paths, flat terrain. One-speed, land cruiser bikes provided.
Coordinated by Center for Educational Adventure.
St. Simons Island
Pristine waters and white sandy beaches make St. Simons Island a popular destination. Part of the Golden Isles, the landscape’s moss-draped oaks, shady lanes and creek-fed pockets of marsh create a thriving habitat for birds, turtles, armadillos and deer.
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Accommodations
Coastal retreat center on Frederica River.
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| Road Scholar Instructors | | These instructors are participating on at least one date of this program. Please note that changes may occur. | Jenny Strauss
| | Jenny Strauss graduated with honors from the University of Georgia with a bachelor’s in English, and minors in home furnishing and organ performance. On moving to the culturally rich Golden Isles of Georgia, she quickly developed a passion for knowledge of the area’s history, leading to a twenty year career as an instructor, presenter and storyteller. Jenny is the owner of History, Mystery, & More, Inc., and is a member of the Coastal Georgia Historical Society. | | | | Sara Taylor
| | Sara Taylor and her husband moved to the Golden Isles nine years ago. As a health and fitness educator, she was drawn to the area for its beauty, history and wealth of outdoor sports. Sara has instructed biking excursions on St. Simons for six years, and delights participants with her spirit and enthusiasm. Sara is a member of the Cassina Garden Club, The Coastal Georgia Historical Society, and the Land Trust. | | | |
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