Sea Island Life Magazine Spring/Summer 2014 | Page 76

Eco Adventures
In 1878, Sidney Lanier was so moved
by the beauty of Georgia’s marshes
that he immortalized them in a poem
titled “The Marshes of Glynn.” To this
day, residents and visitors to the area
experience that same inspiration,
each excursion into the marshes, onto
the beach or through the waves of the
Atlantic. Sea Island now offers fun and
educational avenues of exploration,
including Eco Tours with a naturalist.
The tours start with a short presentation
of what to expect, then participants are

Sharp Shooters

out more about Sea Island’s animals,
plants and various ecosystems. The
tours conclude with shelling on the
beach. (seaisland.com/outdoor-nature)

Sea Island Shooting School was one of the
remains one of the oldest original buildings
on the island. Celebrating 85 years of tradition, the school continues to introduce beginners to the joy and satisfaction found in clay
target sports while emphasizing gun safety
and proper instruction. The school’s instructors—Jon, Jeff, Jake and Jimmy—have more
than 60 years of teaching experience among
them and pride themselves on providing
the best possible lessons and activities
for every skill level. Among the programs
is for kids ages 6 to 12, Targets for Teens
introduces teenagers to equipment, gun
safety and technique, and the Annie Oakley
women. Practice sessions are also available
by appointment for experienced shooters.
Even more shotgun opportunities, including
A Sea Island Sporting Club. (seaisland.com/
outdoor-nature/shooting-school)

Teen Retreat
smart TV, a drink rail with barstools and couches for hanging out with friends.

For reservations and for more information about the activities at Sea Island, please call 888-881-7313,
or sign up for our email club at seaisland.com/request-information to stay up-to-date on all that’s happening.

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