History & Ecology: Okefenokee Swamp, Amelia & Cumberland Islands

After you enroll, we’ll ask you to provide or update your personal information and preferences, which includes your health information, lodging and meal preferences for your program.

If you have a Senior Pass, Golden Age Passport or National Park Pass, please bring it with you.

United States citizens don’t need a visa for any of the countries you’ll be visiting. Non-U.S. citizens should refer to their country's requirements to ensure they have the necessary documentation for travel.

Arrival day is on Sunday, October 25, 2026.

Meet the group at Residence Inn by Marriott Amelia Island in Fernandina Beach, Florida

Start of Trip:  4:00 p.m. hotel check-in & Program Registration; 5:00 p.m. Orientation followed by Welcome Dinner.

Your trip ends on: Friday, October 30, 2026 in Fernandina Beach, Florida at Residence Inn by Marriott Amelia Island

End of Trip: Program concludes after breakfast; 12:00 Noon hotel check-out.

Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)

The estimated travel time to the check-in location is 30 minutes .

The estimated distance to the check-in location is 30 miles .

Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)

The estimated travel time to the check-in location is 35-45 minutes .

The estimated distance to the check-in location is 30 miles .

Arrival day is on 10/25/2026.

Meet the group at Residence Inn by Marriott Amelia Island in Fernandina Beach, Florida.

Start of Trip:  4:00 p.m. hotel check-in & Program Registration; 5:00 p.m. Orientation followed by Welcome Dinner.

Your trip ends on: Friday, October 30, 2026 in Fernandina Beach, Florida at Residence Inn by Marriott Amelia Island.

End of Trip: Program concludes after breakfast; 12:00 Noon hotel check-out..