While you’re on Amelia Island, take the time to meet our most famous residents – manatees, sea turtles, whales and dozens of bird species. Several state parks, trails and undeveloped nature areas provide the perfect opportunity to catch a glimpse these Floridian creatures. View the Amelia Island Nature Guide here.
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Captain Terry Lacoss has operated the Amelia Angler since 1978 and organized the Amelia Island Charter Boat Association in 1991. Captain Lacoss specializes in freshwater and saltwater fishing from bass to billfish. Sailing and sightseeing charters are also organized by Captain Terry Lacoss and his staff.
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A visit to Amelia Island is incomplete without a tour of our scenic waterways. Amelia River Cruises & Charters provides narrated, historic and wildlife sightseeing tours with views of dolphins, manatees, sea otters, alligators, and views of the wild horses of Cumberland Island National Seashore.
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As the 2004 Orvis Endorsed Guide of the Year, Capt. Russell Tharin is passionate about fly fishing and light tackle fishing on the beautiful flats of Amelia Island. We fish for redfish and spotted sea trout year round, and our migratory fish in season, such as spanish mackerel, ladyfish, bluefish, jack crevelle and sharks.
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Ride an off-road Segway through Nature for a fun exploration of Fort George Island State Park. Guides take you where the birds roost, turtles dig, dolphins swim, and old-time plantations still stand. Easy to ride!
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Free with park admission of $5.00 per vehicle. Every Saturday, weather permitting. This is a guided nature walk around Willow Pond trail, which winds through a coastal maritime hammock down to fresh water ponds. Through an informative presentation, visitors will discover a wide variety of native plants and animals.
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The YMCA offers many programs and classes for youth and adults.
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Take a guided kayaking tour and experience Amelia Island's natural side. Come face to face with heron, egrets and many other species.
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Including bike, segway and kayak tours discovering birds, turtles, edible plants, night creatures and crabs. Several tours are designed for children and include educational crafts about the featured topic.
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