Amelia Islander - July 2014

Amelia

ISLANDER JULY 2014

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Amelia Island Yacht Basin – 251 Creekside Drive - Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

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• Right Across from the Beach • Hot & Healthy Breakfast • Private Pool • Conveniently Located near Shopping and Dining 1997 South Fletcher Ave. Amelia Island, FL 32034 For Reservations, phone:

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Amelia

ISLANDER

This issue always makes it hard for us to stay planted in our

Philip Kelly Deana Basile Kelly Publishers and Editors

beach chair (or on

Tom Barrett Art Director

the couch) because

Mark O’Day Advertising Sales

we want in on all the summer fun, too!

Contributing Writers Dickie Anderson, Theresa Duncan, Jim Ewing, Kate Harris, Nan Kavanaugh, Karen Miller, Betty Morrell, Julie Simmons

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Each year, the July issue brings our traditional “Fun in the Summer Sun” guide, in which we highlight some of the varied and exhilarating activities that are available to enjoy around the island during the summer season. This issue always makes it hard for us to stay planted in our beach chair (or on the couch) because we are reminded once again of all the fun-filled things to do that visitors to the island are enjoying, and we want to be in on all the summer fun, too!

We hate to admit it, but for too much of the year, as we’re preoccupied with various responsibilities, we tend to live our lives as if we were stationed on the moon rather than surrounded on all sides by scenic waterways. That’s why we always commit in the warm summer months to getting our sea legs back. The whole family can’t wait to break free from our daily routines, and we start daydreaming about kayaking and sailing, surfing and fishing, boat cruises, and all sorts of excuses to inject something out of the ordinary into our lives. Take a river cruise, set sail from Fernandina Harbor, grab a kayak—it doesn’t matter how we do it, we just want to get on the water! That’s our family’s summer homework.

Of course, if you’d rather keep your feet planted on dry ground, all the fun won’t leave you behind. Jump on a Segway, bike off the south end of the island, saddle up for some equestrian fun, or grab your tennis racquet or golf clubs. There’s a reason why people come from all over the Southeast to enjoy this island paradise!

Naturally, we’re not saying you should completely abandon the opposite of all that exhilarating activity: some good, old-fashioned chilling out. While you’re sitting peacefully on the beach or by the pool, we hope you’ll enjoy the rest of what the Islander has to offer this month, including an article on the O’Day family and the great work they have accomplished through their annual ALS Golf Classic—now in its tenth year—which honors their loving husband and father, John Louis O’Day; a feature on all the aquatic activity that Amelia Island has to offer this summer (and year-round); and an update by Dickie Anderson on what’s new at White Oak Plantation, which has new owners, but the same worthwhile mission; a sailing excursion with Windward Sailing; an “Eating Scene” review of Brett’s Waterway Café; and much more.

See you around the island!

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Contributing Photographers William Raser, Elizabeth Wilkes, David Burghardt, Sherry Garbarini, Holly Allain, Lynne Taylor, Katrin Bell

C O N TA C T U S Sweetpea Media, Inc. P.O. Box 16624 Fernandina Beach, Fl 32035 904-277-8012 islander@ameliaislander.com www.ameliaislander.com

Amelia Islander Magazine is published monthly (11 times a year - January and February is a combined issue.) All editorial contents including maps and photographs are Copyrighted 2014 Sweetpea Media, Inc. Reproduction of any material contained herein in any manner, in whole or in part, is prohibited without the express written consent of the publisher. Unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or other artwork cannot be returned unless accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope. No responsibility is assumed for unsolicited materials. The cover and the magazine’s contents are fully protected and may not be reproduced without the written permission of the publisher. The Amelia Islander is distributed free of charge on and around Amelia Island. Back issues may be purchased from the publisher for $2.00 each plus postage.

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features

11 Cover Story THE 2014 AMELIA ISLANDER “FUN IN THE SUMMER SUN” GUIDE

Whether you’re headed to the beach or seeking adventure elsewhere, our annual “Fun in the Summer Sun” guide will help you find all the great things to do this summer on and around Amelia Island.

29 Raising Hope

35 Aquatics on Amelia

41 Call of the Wild

68 Backyard Adventure

The ALS Golf Classic in honor of John O’Day at Long Point Amelia Island celebrates its tenth year of raising much-needed funds—and hope— for many.

With three excellent pool facilities, Amelia Island offers ample opportunity to splash, dive, and cool off in the water when the weather warms up.

Under new ownership, White Oak Plantation renews its mission of conservation and education and opens its doors to the public.

With a wide array of charters and sailing classes, Windward Sailing offers relaxing excursions on the waterways around Amelia Island.

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ABOUT THE COVER Amelia

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Everything Amelia The people, events, and history that make Amelia a special place

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Galleries & Antiques Amelia’s art galleries & antique stores

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In the Neighborhood Profiles of area businesses and organizations

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Beach Combing Great shopping on Amelia Island

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Maps of the Island and downtown, with telephone numbers

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Tide Table Tides at the Amelia River

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Around Town What’s happening around Amelia Island

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Snapshots Islanders out and about

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In the Garden Fast-growing vines like the Orange Trumpet are a great way to attract

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hummingbirds, one of nature’s true wonders.

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Mondon boaught a beachfront property, torn it down, and built their dream home.

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Island Home Looking for a slower pace and a view of the ocean, Medardo and Ana

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Cover design by Tom Barrett.

Eating Scene An Amelia Island icon, Brett Carter’s café continues to impress with inspired cuisine and a front-row seat to some amazing sunsets.

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Open House Premium real estate offerings on and around Amelia Island

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Artists rendering. Subject to change.

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Join us at our 6th Annual

“TEST DRIVE THE WORLD” Luxury Travel Show at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island Saturday, November 8.

MONTEGO

Proceeds to benefit The Boys & Girls Clubs of Nassau County

LIMOUSINE SERVICE

Suppliers include Micato Safaris, Zegrahm Expeditions, Kurtz-Ahlers & Associates, Italian Dream, Inc., Tauck, Natural Habitat, International Expeditions, Silversea, Lindblad Expeditions, Regent Seven Seas, Crystal Cruises, Seadream Yacht Club, Viking River Cruises, Medjet Assist, Travelex Insurance Services, and more.

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In addition to the Town Car Signature L, we now offer the first of its kind next generation 2015 Luxury Utility Vehicle with seating for up to 7 passengers plus luggage.

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PHOTO CREDITS (LEFT TO RIGHT): SOUNDS ON CENTRE ~ LYNNE TAYLOR; FOURTH OF JULY PARADE - ELIZABETH WILKES; FORT CLINCH GUARD ~ LYNNE TAYLOR

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BY KAREN MILLER

omeone once said that deep summer

those long, beautiful summer days. From

is when laziness finds respectability,

golf to surfing and biking to boating,

but not here on Amelia Island. Instead,

summer is a great time for enjoying

in the depths of summer, our island

the bounty of “fun in the sun” activities

paradise comes alive with entertainment

available here. A few snowbirds may head

and activities. Let’s face it: we are a beach

up north during the summer months, but

community, a place where you can always

the rest of are happy to call Amelia Island

find something new and exciting to occupy

our favorite summertime vacation spot.

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The road to adventure is seldom paved, and neither are the local maritime forests, state parks, and green spaces located in and around Amelia Island. And there are eight of them! Fort Clinch State Park, Egans Creek Greenway, Pumpkin Hill Creek Preserve State Park, Little Talbot Island State Park, Fort George Island Cultural State Park, Yellow Bluff Fort Historic State Park, Big Talbot Island State Park, and George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park make up a remarkable wilderness experience for the whole family, including hiking, biking, fishing, camping, picnicking, bird watching, and more.

Friends of the Amelia Island Trail have helped complete a bike trail that traverses throughout the island, through all sorts of neighborhoods and terrains, allowing visitors to travel by bike or on foot safely. They also offer organized bike rides for all ages and abilities. Their latest map can be found at www.ameliaislandtrail.org.

A short day trip from Amelia Island, the Great Okefenokee Swamp is one of North America’s most unspoiled, fascinating, and precious natural areas. It is the largest, intact, unfragmented, freshwater and blackwater wilderness swamp in North America, and Okefenokee Adventures (866-8437926) will help you explore this beautiful wilderness area with

boat tours, naturalist walks, fishing opportunities, and even overnight camping trips.

Amelia Island Trolleys (904-753-4486) invites visitors to travel around Amelia Island in style, showing you the sights and sounds of our beautiful island paradise while you sit back and relax. Experienced trolley drivers offer a glimpse into the history of Fernandina Beach, and they can provide private tours in addition to their regularly scheduled tours.

LET’S GO BOATING! Amelia River Cruises & Charters (904-261-9972) has been around for over 14 years, offering unique and richly narrated sightseeing cruises from Fernandina’s historic waterfront to the breathtaking views of Cumberland Island, GA. The tour guides’ fascinating stories of Amelia and Cumberland will enrich your coastal experience with intrigue and wonder, plus there are many other cruise options, including Eco Tours, sunset tours, and family events.

Amelia Boat Club & Rentals (904-572-3216), formerly known as Suntex Boat Club, offers a unique boating experience for those wanting to get out on the water. Join the club, and you’ll have full access to any of their boats to reserve via their online reservation system. Amelia Boat Club & Rentals also offers boat and waverunner rentals to the general public.

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PHOTO CREDITS (LEFT TO RIGHT): AMELIA RIVER CRUISES ~ ELIZABETH WILKES; TROLLEYS - JULIE DESHAIES; KAYAKERS ~ COURTESY OF OKEFENOKEE ADVENTURES

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

Amelia River Cruises offers richly historic narrated sightseeing boat tours and BYOB sunset cruises with local entertainment.

Daily Nature / History Tours 10:30am Cumberland Island Tour 2:30pm Beach Creek Tour Sunset Cruises 7:00pm Adult Twilight “BYOB” Cruise 7:30pm Family Friendly Sunset Cruise Special Seasonal Cruises 10:00am Shrimping Eco Tours 8:00pm July 4th Fireworks

Make an E ntrance ENTER THE NEW SEASON IN STYLE The best way to update your look is with an accessory - or two! Scarves and hats, pashminas and purses ... and of course, lots of bling. We have it all at Bijoux Amelia.

Now proudly featuring the work of Island artisans and other handcrafted items Made in America.

Stop by to view our wide selection of everything accessories.

Available for private charters and special events.

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All Levels of Hatha Vinyasa 200 Hr. Teacher Training

Private Lessons, Beach Yoga Happiness is daily yoga with the staff at GYAI Traci, Ruthie, Xanna, Marise, Gianna

Contact us: info@goyogaamelia.com See our class schedule online at www.goyogaamelia.com/schedule

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BALANCING ACT Stand-up paddleboards are all the rage, and anyone can learn how to do it. The great thing about paddle boarding is that it offers a full-body workout that no other sport can match.

And if you’re looking for a new dimension to this beautiful sport, Kayak Amelia offers SUP Yoga in a private lagoon, that combines yoga and paddle boarding.

Go Yoga Amelia (904-335-0539) offers all levels of yoga classes in their studio, on the beach, and all summer long on the balcony of the Ocean Club on South Fletcher Avenue at Sadler Road. They even host Yoga for Golf, guaranteed to improve your game and help your spine.

For another balancing act that’s a bit more daring, surfing is a great way to spend your days at the beach and catch some waves at the same time. Surfing is for all ages, and don’t let those youngsters intimidate you! Beach Rentals and More (904310-6124) rents surfboards, paddle boards, and boogie boards and they’ll even arrange a surfing lesson. In addition, they also rent bikes, beach umbrellas, and have a complete beach shop for all your summer needs.

FLYING HIGH McGill Aviation (904-261-7890), located at the Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport, offers services to pilots, clients, and visitors to get you on and off the island safely, providing efficient and friendly aviation ground support.

If you’re looking for a bird’s eye view of our beautiful island, Air Amelia (877-WEDOFLY) has numerous ways to take you

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PHOTO CREDITS (LEFT TO RIGHT): JET SKIERS ~ COURTESY OF FLYING FISH FUN; KAYAKEERS ~ WILLIAM RASER; TRIKE FLYING ~ COURTESY OF AIR AMELIA

Flying Fish Adventures (904-583-3420) also offers jet ski rentals and tours with a certified master naturalist to make your jet ski experience something you’ll never forget. Witness the pristine beauty of the Georgia and Florida coastline as you catch glimpses of dolphin, exotic birds, manatee, wild horses, and other diverse wildlife native to the area.

If kayaking is your preferred mode of travel, Kayak Amelia (904-251-0016) offers guided kayak tours, a great way to learn about how to maneuver a kayak while experiencing the beauty of our local ecosystems, and no previous experience is needed.

Kayak Amelia also rents bicycles and stand-up paddle boards.

They also rent Segways and offer Segway tours at Fort George Island, a fun way to tour the area.

Windward Sailing (904-327-3265) offers sailing excursions, including overnight trips, plus sailing lessons, as well as relaxing sunset cruises and rentals from the Fernandina Harbor Marina.

Amelia Angler Outfitters (904-261-2870) offers the best in sport fishing, boating, and sightseeing opportunities, as well as all the gear you’ll need for the water at their Centre Street store.

Come see pods of dolphins and the wild horses of Cumberland Island while having fun on your own jet ski. Guided jet ski tours leave from the city marina in downtown Fernandina Beach.

Choose from one, two or three hour guided tours. Call today to make your reservations.

www.FlyingFishFun.com 904-583-3420

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BACK IN THE SADDLE Stay ‘N Country Ranch (904-322-9739) offers beautiful and scenic beach rides by horseback along the shore near The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. Take a relaxing ride near the waterfront for an hour to escape from reality. Or take a tranquil trail ride throughout winding paths of over 100 acres for a chance to see deer, wild turkeys, beautiful birds, and nature at its best.

Every summer Cheers Horse Ranch (904-277-7047) provides an educational kids camp for ages 6-14 years of age.

They will learn how to care for and be responsible for a horse assigned to them for 1 week. During the week, they will clean stalls, feed, learn about their horse, arts and crafts, wagon ride, and water activities. They also provide private lessons and trail rides for all ages, and even weddings for riders on horseback.

CHASING THE LITTLE WHITE BALL Florida boasts the best golf courses in the country and Amelia Island is no exception. The Fernandina Beach Golf Club (904-310-3175) is conveniently located and their facility boasts 27 scenic holes, a full-service restaurant, and clubhouse.

The Golf Club at North Hampton (904-418-6107) is an Arnold Palmer signature course that is challenging and enjoyable for persons of all skill levels.

The Omni Resort at Amelia Island Plantation (904277-5907) offers a first-class golf experience for members and guests, with three championship courses. The Amelia River Golf Club (904-491-8500) is another great local golf course known for its smooth TifEagle greens.

On the lighter side, try your putting skills at Island Falls Adventure Golf (904-261-7881), a vertically challenging and surprising family mini-golf course for the young and the young at heart. Heron’s Cove Adventure Golf (904-261-6161), located at the Omni Resort, is set underneath a beautiful canopy of live oaks featuring 18 nautical-themed holes.

FUN AND GAMES Have you tried your hand at petanque? This fascinating game, which originated in France, has taken Amelia Island by storm. A petanque court is located downtown near the harbor and another can be found at Central Park. Petanque America (800-682-2557) can help you get started, and even help you find others to play with.

At The Nature Center at the Omni Resort (904-2616161), join an experienced naturalist on a bike, Segway, or kayak tour discovering birds, turtles, edible plants, night creatures, and crabs. Several tours are designed for children and include educational crafts.

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PHOTO CREDITS (CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT): ALLIGATOR ~ ELIZABETH WILKES; PETANQUE PLAYER ~ WILLIAM RASER; GIRL ON HORSEBACK ~ COURTESY OF STAY ‘N COUNTRY RANCH

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ARTS, LEISURE, AND SHOPPING If you’ve spent all day having fun the sun, perhaps it’s time to enjoy a little art, music, theatre, or dining. What a great way to end a busy day, strolling about the streets in historic downtown Fernandina Beach and stopping by a local watering hole or eatery! Many of the local pubs and restaurants have live music, featuring some of the best local bands around. And if you love live theater, Amelia Community Theatre (904-2616749) and the Fernandina Little Theatre (904-206-2607) present local talent in new and familiar plays. Amelia Musical Playhouse (904-277-3455) is located at Island Walkway, the newest of Amelia’s theaters, and features the “Sound of Music” and “4000 Miles” this summer.

While you’re downtown, visit many of Amelia Island’s beautiful galleries and antique shops. Check out the Amelia Islander Magazine’s Galleries & Antiques page for a list of the area’s finest local paintings, sculpture, jewelry, textile designs, plus antiques, collectibles, and furniture. The Island Art Association (904-261-7020) also offers summer classes, open studio hours, children’s art programs, and more. And each second Saturday of

the month, enjoy a special Artrageous Artwalk from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., taking visitors to many galleries in the downtown area.

The Amelia Island Museum of History (904-261-7378) is located in the old jail and boasts its own colorful past, in addition to the pirates, bawdy women, and rich history presented by its interesting docents and exhibits.

There are plenty of places to shop around the island. If you’re staying at one the local bed & breakfast inns, be sure to check out the myriad of specialty items at Fernandina Beach’s downtown shops. Other places to shop include Palmetto Walk, The Shops at the Omni Resort, and the Harris Teeter Shopping Plaza And be sure to visit the Amelia Farmers Market (904491-4872) located at The Shops at the Omni Resort at Amelia Island Plantation every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., with its bounty of fresh local produce, delicious prepared foods, and much more.

TREAT YOURSELF If you’re staying at the Omni Resort at Amelia Island Plantation or The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, both resorts offer plenty of amenities and fine concierge services. But many activities are also open to the public, including the Omni’s Boardwalk Bash every Friday evening from 5 to 8 p.m., and The Spa at the Omni Resort (877-843-7722) will help you unwind after a long day of summer activities.

For more information on Amelia Island summer activities, call the Amelia Island-Fernandina Beach-Yulee Chamber of Commerce and Welcome Center at (904) 261-3248.

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PHOTO CREDITS (LEFT TO RIGHT): AMELIA FARMERS MARKET ~ COURTESY OF AMELIA FARMERS MARKET; AMELIA ISLAND MUSEUM OF HISTORY ~ WILLIAM RASER

The Jacksonville Triathlon Series (352-637-2475) began in June, with two more events held July 19 and August 9, right here on Amelia Island. Swim 1/4 mile in the warm waters of the Atlantic Ocean, followed by a freshwater shower. Then bike the flat, fast, course along the coastline of scenic Amelia Island, and run out and back through tree covered Fort Clinch State Park. For your little athletes, Y Kids Tri is held on September 27, sponsored by the McArthur Family YMCA. (904-261-1080)

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AMELIA ISLAND CYCLING OFFERS ORGANIZED BIKE TRIPS Each week on Thursday at 9 a.m. and Saturday at 8:30 a.m., Amelia Island Cycling Club hosts organized bicycle rides in and around Fernandina Beach and Amelia Island. All rides begin at Main Beach and are open to cyclists of all abilities. On any given ride, there might be faster groups and slower groups, and riders are classified in the following groups: A (18-21 mph), B (14-17 mph), C (up to 14 mph), and S (social ride, speed of the slowest rider in the group).

The ride is approximately thirty miles, with rest stops along the way. The group loops back to the starting point at around ten miles before continuing the remaining twenty miles of the route. This allows riders to go at their own speed, and no one is required to go the entire thirty miles. Members of Amelia Island Cycling assure that no rider will be left behind. After the ride, cyclists may enjoy an optional lunch.

Bicycle helmets are mandatory, as well as a bicycle in good working condition.

Bicycle safety is an absolute must and safety tips are shared before the start of all rides. For more information, call Don Eipert at (904) 261-5160 or visit www. ameliaislandcycling.com.

Olivia Hoblit has been appointed the new General Manager at Seaside Amelia Inn. The hotel was purchased by Tru Hospitality of Texas, which is looking to expand its business throughout the state of Florida. Formerly the General Manager of Elizabeth Pointe Lodge, Hoblit is responsible for all aspects of the hotel’s business, including overseeing renovations. “Seaside Amelia Inn is a comfortable, affordable hotel, just steps from the beach via our private boardwalk, and it has something to offer the entire family,” says Hoblit. “We have 46 rooms and 16 staff members, a wonderful team to work with.

With our second phase renovations happening in September, we will eventually have meeting space and a rooftop sun deck.”

“All of our rooms are completely furnished in a comfortable coastal style.

Each room is uniquely designed, some featuring a private balcony overlooking the ocean, pool, or with a sunset view,” says Hoblit. The hotel also offers several new amenities, such as the daily Hot & Tasty Southern Homestyle Breakfast with made-to-order pancakes, eggs, grits, and sausage. “I’m very excited about my new position here,” says Hoblit. “I’m so glad to be part of Seaside Amelia Inn.”

BARNABAS OFFERS “COOKING MATTERS” CLASSES Barnabas is implementing a new program called “Cooking Matters,” a cookingbased nutrition education program designed to teach low-income families how to prepare healthy, tasty meals on a limited budget. Professional chefs and nutrition educators volunteer their time and expertise to lead hands-on classes, which show adults how to purchase and prepare nutritious foods in healthful, safe, and delicious ways. This can mean the difference between feeding families and making sure they have the knowledge, skills, and resources to prepare wholesome meals for a lifetime.

The culinary instructor serves as teacher and role model, offering key skills and inspiring participants to cook healthier, inexpensive meals at home. The instructor is tasked with facilitating class discussions Left to right: John Bowls, Virginia Caraway, on each cooking or food safety message, Leana and Brad Gallagher, and Robert Peck allowing participants to brainstorm how they might put new behaviors into action. Cooking Matters is a six-week class. Barnabas provides assistance to individuals and families in crisis throughout Nassau County. Their vision is to be the primary non-profit resource in Nassau Country, providing assistance to connect individuals and families to services that will help them overcome crisis and achieve self-sufficiency. For more information, call John or Virginia at (904) 261-7000 or email them at jbowls@barnabasnassau.org or vcaraway@barnabasnassau.org.

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inner of the prestigious 2014 Shrimp Festival First Place Prize for Photography and the 2013 Wild Amelia Photo Contest, professional fine art portrait and wildlife photographer Steve Leimberg travels the world to seek out the beauty in what is too often unseen and passed by. His web site, www.UnSeenImages.com, is a collection of his best work.

Amazingly, Leimberg has a learning disability that does not allow him to picture images in his mind.

When he closes his eyes, the world goes black; he cannot see an image, or recreate something he has seen in the past. So he uses photography and his insight into places, people, objects, and nature to hold onto and recall images.

“Photography stops the fleetingness of time, brings those images back to me, and allows me to creatively and artistically share my feelings about them with others,” says Leimberg.

“What I like to show through my work is beauty. I do it through digitally painting the color, texture, lines, and shapes of those otherwise ‘unseen images’: the trees, birds, flowers, the moments in

life that move too fast, are too small or too far away to see, or the splendor that people don’t slow down enough to take in and savor.” Leimberg is keenly aware of the beauty of Amelia Island and uses his photography as a way to make people appreciate – and want to preserve – their natural world. Leimberg has created a unique style, which causes some people to ask, ‘Is it a photograph or is it a painting?’

“I’m trying to cross the line between painting and photography,” he says. “My photography is a way of grabbing people by the shoulders, shaking them, and saying, ‘Don’t lose this! Don’t let others pave this paradise and put up a parking lot,’” says Leimberg. “Save your trees, your birds, your beaches, your treasure – before it’s too late!”

His fine art work is for sale in Fernandina Beach at the Island Art Association, The Plantation Guild and Gallery, Amelia SanJon Gallery, and the Book Loft. On First Coast Highway, it can be purchased at BarZin Restaurant, Gourmet Gourmet Restaurant, and Wines by Steve. For more information, call (904) 491-0474 or email him at steve@UnSeenImages.com.

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ISLAND ART ASSOCIATION COOPERATIVE GALLERY 18 North 2nd Street • 261-7020 ISLAND TREASURES 1104 South 8th Street • 261-8887 LA TORRE’S GALLERY & GIFTS 206 Centre Street • 261-0444 MEAD’S FRAMERY & TROPHY Corner of A1A & Hwy 17 • 225-2195 THE PICKERS MARKET 201 Alachua Street • 432-7048 THE PLANTATION SHOP 4828 First Coast Hwy • 261-2030 TRAILER PARK COLLECTIBLES 702 Centre Street • 491-4461 TRISH’S SLIGHTLY OFF CENTRE 218C Ash Street • 277-1147 WATERWHEEL GALLERY 819 South 8th Street • 261-2535

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arly McCall has been hanging out with trees for as long as he can remember. He graduated from North Carolina State University with a Master’s degree in forestry, with an emphasis on forest genetics. McCall worked for 36 years in Rayonier’s regeneration program before retiring to pursue his new passion in arboriculture. He became an International Society of Arboriculture certified arborist in 2010 and opened McCall Tree Health and Consulting LLC in 2012.

With his background in both forestry and arboriculture, McCall is one the few individuals in the area who can identify specific tree problems and offer solutions other than removal.

“Sometimes I’m asked to come out to see a client’s favorite tree. They might be afraid that the tree is dying, or maybe it’s become unsafe,” says McCall. “I offer them advice and possible treatments to improve tree health. It might have disease, boring insects; or it may just need nutrition or judicious pruning. The safety of trees is a high priority, so if testing shows decay in a tree is too extensive, removal may be recommended.”

McCall assists with new construction projects by helping the property owner decide which trees should be retained and recommending measures to protect them during construction.

Younger trees that receive appropriate care and pruning require less corrective pruning as they age. “Trees enhance the beauty of your landscape,” says McCall. “They cool your environment and increase the value of your property.” For more information, call (904) 557-3951 or visit www.McCallTree.com.

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elanie Baker and Dean Root are originally from Michigan, and they met in Atlanta, Georgia. Melanie was a corporate paralegal, and Dean was an owner/operator of an air freight business. When the couple was ready to trade their busy schedules for life in a small town, they came to Amelia Island on a visit and purchased Beach Rentals and More on South Fletcher Avenue. Owners and operators of the business, Melanie and Dean are dedicated to providing clients with the best gear for fun and adventure here in Fernandina Beach. “We pride ourselves in offering fantastic customer service to all our customers,” says Melanie. “Dean and I have always wanted a vacation-type business, and we found this one in January 2011.

We bought it, and we’ve been growing it ever since! Dean is meticulous in maintaining all of our equipment so we can offer the best on the island.”

“If you’re interested in exploring the flora, fauna, and rich history of our small barrier island, rent one of our beach cruiser bicycles!” says Melanie. Beach Rentals and More also offers bait & tackle, rash guards, sweatshirts, sun shirts, jackets, sunglasses, hats, sunscreen, tee shirts, flip flops, kites, beach towels, sundries, cold drinks, snacks, post cards, sharks teeth, coolers, and totes. “You can even set up a surfing lesson or a stand-up paddle board lesson,” says Melanie. “We have guided tours as well.” Local residents receive ten percent off rentals or items in their shop. For more information, call (904) 310-6124 or visit www.beachrentalsandmore.com.

McCall Tree Health and Consulting

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by Synovus Bank and involve investment risk, including possible loss of principal amount invested.

Synovus Securities, Inc. is a subsidiary of Synovus Financial Corp and an affiliate of Synovus Bank.

First Coast Community Bank is a division of Synovus Bank. Synovus Bank, Member FDIC, is chartered in the state of Georgia and operates under multiple trade names across the Southeast. Divisions of Synovus Bank are not separately FDIC-insured banks. The FDIC coverage extended to deposit customers is that of one insured bank.

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by Mystique ($152 to $188), in an array of colorful styles.

Available at lori+lulu, 213 Centre Street. (904) 310-9507.

Enchanting Charms Whether around the pool or out on the town, you’ll show off your adventurous spirit with Spartina 449’s credenza beaded bracelet ($28), with charms ($10 to $30) in a variety of fun designs. Available at Twisted Sisters, 402 Centre Street. (904) 261-2501.

Great Grooming Men who want to look and feel their best enjoy Jack Black superior grooming products, like this beard lube ($20), sun guard ($24), face moisturizer ($29.95), and supreme cream ($14.95).

These fine products are available at Southern Touch, 301 Centre Street. (904) 261-5377.

Brilliant Bracelet Make a statement this summer with beautifully crafted jewelry by Michou Designs, like this bracelet with a genuine gem stone in sterling silver and 22 kt. gold vermeil. Prices range from $50 to $750. You’ll find it at Robison Jewelry, 217 Centre Street. (904) 261-3635.

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John O’Day, John McMeel, Brad Lesher, and Pat Oliphant

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ALS Golf Classic in honor of John O’Day at Long Point Amelia Island celebrates its tenth year.

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hen John Louis O’Day retired on Amelia Island in 1996, little did he know that in two short years, he would be diagnosed with ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Within four years of the diagnosis, O’Day would lose his life to this progressive and fatal disease, which slowly robs the body of its ability to walk, speak, swallow, and breathe. In 2002, O’Day left behind his wife, Ardith, their five children and twelve grandchildren, and many grieving friends and family members.

O’Day and his family started coming to Amelia Island in 1973, when they began spending a glorious three-week vacation at Amelia Island Plantation which the family looked forward to every year. His youngest son, Mark, fondly remembers those early days. “We all fell in love with Amelia Island. My father worked for IBM, and we were living in France,” says Mark. “But all year we couldn’t wait for our Amelia Island trip.

Eventually, our family bought a Club Villa at Amelia Island Plantation. After years of vacationing here, my siblings have continued on page 43.

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Amelia Island Visitors Center ~ 277-0717 • Monday - Sunday, 10am - 4pm City Hall ~ 277-7305 • Police/Fire/Ambulance (Emergency 911.

Police non-emergency 277-7342. Fire non-emergency 277-7331 Amelia Community Theatre ~ 261-6749 Amelia Island Musuem of History ~ 261-7378 Public Library ~ 277-7365 Fernandina Harbor Marina ~ 491-2090 Post Office ~ 261-4848 Nassau County Courthouse ~ 321-5709 (Sheriff 911; non-emergency 225-0331) Fernandina Little Theatre ~ 277-2202

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St. Michaels Catholic Church ~ 261-3472 First Presbyterian Church ~ 261-3837 Memorial United Methodist Church ~ 261-5769 Trinity United Methodist Church ~ 277-6859 St. Peter’s Episcopal Church ~ 261-4293 First Missionary Baptist Church ~ 261-4907 New Zion Missionary Baptist Church ~ 261-0010

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JULY 2014 TIDES AT THE AMELIA RIVER Day

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15 TUE 12:53 AM 1:23 PM 1:32 AM 2:05 PM 2:14 AM 2:51 PM 2:59 AM 3:40 PM 3:49 AM 4:34 PM 4:44 AM 5:31 PM 5:43 AM 6:30 PM 6:42 AM 7:27 PM 7:40 AM 8:22 PM 8:36 AM 9:16 PM 9:32 AM 10:10 PM 10:28 AM 11:03 PM

16 WED 7:04 AM 7:26 PM 17 THU 7:59 AM 8:28 PM 18 FRI 8:54 AM 9:31 PM 19 SAT 9:51 AM 10:33 PM 20 SUN 10:47 AM 11:32 PM 21 MON 22 TUE 23 WED 24 THUR 25 FRI 26 SAT 27 SUN

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On the first of the month, the sun rises at 6:26 a.m. DST and sets at 8:32 p.m. DST. On the last day of the month, the sun rises at 6:43 a.m. DST and sets at 8:20 p.m. DST. Daylight hours increase an average of 1.5 minutes per day.

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JULY 4 Fireworks Display

Presented by the Amelia Island Museum of History, Food for Thought offers a different presentation each month. Free and open to the public; bring your own lunch. For more information contact Gray at 261-7378 ext 102, or gray@ameliamuseum.org. The museum is located on South 3rd Street.

Celebrate Independence Day on Amelia Island with a fireworks display over the waterfront in the downtown Fernandina Beach historic district. Fireworks display begins at approximately 9:00 p.m. For more information call (904) 310-3361

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JULY 4 Sounds on Centre Held the first Friday of every month, Sounds on Centre presents a free concert in downtown Fernandina Beach between Front and 2nd Street from 6 to 8 p.m. July’s concert presents Island Vibe, followed by Nassau Community Band at 8:15. Bring your own chairs and wear your dancing shoes.

JULY 5, 12, 19, 26 Amelia Farmers’ Market Mingle with local farmers and business owners to find farm-direct fruits and vegetables, organic products, specialty foods, gourmet baked goods, plants, and more. The market is now located at The Shops at Omni Amelia Island Plantation.

Open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, visit www.ameliafarmersmarket. com

JULY 10 Women, Wealth & Wine

Guided tours of the lighthouse are held the first and third Wednesdays of every month at 10 a.m. Cost is $5 for adults; $3 for children 12 and under. Tours are limited to 25. Participants should meet at the Atlantic Avenue Recreation Center, 2500 Atlantic Ave. Pre-registration is required 24 hours in advance. For more information, call the Fernandina Recreation Department at (904) 277-7350.

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An informal group of women who meet to discuss financial and related issues affecting us all. Come and ask the questions you have always wanted to ask and get insight into the questions you haven’t thought of yet. Financial answers and ideas over a glass of wine. Begins at 5:30 p.m. For more information, call (904) 305-2608.

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JULY 5, 6 Union Garrison at Fort Clinch State Park

Each Wednesday, join other business people at The Journey Church from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Bring your own brown bag lunch, network with others, and share events. For more information call Karen Werling at (904) 556-9549 or email her at karenwerling@teamwerling.com.

Fort Clinch State Park holds a Living History Union Garrison the first weekend of each month as volunteers in Civil War-era attire portray daily life at the fort as it was in 1864. Soldiers will answer questions about being stationed at Fort Clinch, while visitors tour the fort and grounds.

Fees include the $6 per vehicle park entrance fee, plus $2 per person Fort admission. For more information call 277-7274, or visit www. floridastateparks.org/fortclinch.

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JULY 12 Second Saturday Artrageous Artwalk

Celebrate Independence Day with a free community festival featuring live music, food, kids’ activities, and fun. Held at Main Beach Park from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information call (904) 310-3361

A free event on the second Saturday each month in Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thirteen participating galleries offer a diverse selection of art. For information, call (800) 226-3542 or visit ameliaisland.com.

JULY 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Community Networking Luncheon

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The Amelia Island Museum of History offers a presentation on the third Friday of the month, based on a variety of different topics related to the history of the island. The event takes place in Baker Hall in the museum. Cost is $5 per person (free for members). For more information, call (904) 277-0717, or visit www.ameliamuseum. org.

JULY 25, 26 Camp Show at Amelia Community Theatre The ACT Broadway Musical Theatre Campers present “Once on This Island” on July 25 at 7 p.m. and July 26 at 2 p.m. at the Main Stage Theatre, 207 Cedar Street. Tickets are $10. For more information, call (904) 261-6749 or visit www.ameliacommunitytheatre.org.

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aquatics on amelia Amelia Island’s three pool facilities offer ample opportunity to splash, dive, and cool off in the water when the weather warms up.

BY JULIE SIMMONS

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t’s a sunny, humid, feels-like-100-degrees Amelia Island summer day, and nothing looks more inviting than a sparkling blue swimming pool. Lucky for us, our community is full of options!

The City of Fernandina Beach boasts two aquatics complexes, each with a standard pool and a kiddie pool. The Atlantic Recreation Center’s heated pool is available year-round, while the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center Pool is open during the summer. The third large pool facility on Amelia Island is the McArthur Family YMCA, which recently announced that its pool is now heated, joining the Atlantic Rec Center as an option for year-round aquatics.

If you’re into lap swimming, any of these pools will suit your needs, and they each have designated lap lanes during public hours. Maybe you need a brush-up lesson? It’s available! “We are excited to welcome back our annual Masters Swim Program for all ages this July,” explains YMCA Sports & Aquatics Director Jenna Scott. “This is a chance for participants to work on breathing, endurance, and stroke development.” The Rec Center also has a Masters Program, and both facilities offer private lessons for children and adults to meet individual goals.

Every summer, the pools broadcast the joyful noise of kids splashing and having fun. Sometimes a scream is heard when a toddler jumps into their first swimming lesson, but young lives are being protected by this important investment. The City and the YMCA offer group swimming lessons, which include parent/child options, and they’re each committed to no child being left behind. From July 7 through August 1, Waterproof Jacksonville invites kids ages 6-12 who qualify for free or reduced lunch to come take part in free lessons at the YMCA, and the Safe Kids program at the Rec Center offers free lessons to forty participants thanks to funding from the Ed Gaw Amelia Island Open Water Challenge Organization.

Amelia Island’s pools also resound year-round with cheers for youth swim teams. The Fernandina Beach Stingrays of

the River City League practice at the Rec Center, as does the Yulee High School team. The YMCA hosts its First Coast Championship swim team, The Sailfish, for kids ages 5-18.

“My daughter has been part of the Y’s team for five years,” smiles Cyd Teare. “The coaches teach the kids what team spirit is all about, while coaching each individual to improve his or her time—all while making it fun.” Finally, homeschoolers are invited to the Rec Center swim clinic, where competitive strokes are emphasized.

One of my favorite times of the day at all the pools is the fun music of the Aqua Aerobics Classes. Both shallow and deep-water classes are on the schedule, and they are open to people of all ages. “I enjoy the camaraderie in the pool,” laughs Ben Shave, who participates in both the City and Y aerobics programs. “It’s great all-around exercise for me. It relieves the pressure on the joints, but it still gives a great workout.”

If your teen is interested in becoming a lifeguard, both the Rec Center and the YMCA offer Lifeguard and Junior Lifeguard training that includes CPR instruction. Additionally, the Rec Center invites you to become PADI Scuba Certified each month, and it has an introductory scuba experience. All the pools are also available to rent for your private event.

Amelia Island presents an array of options for the entire family each summer when it comes to aquatics, so get out that suit, pump up the SPF, and head over to one of the City pools or the YMCA to make a splash this year!

THE CITY OF FERNANDINA BEACH AQUATICS CENTERS The Atlantic Recreation Center, 2500 Atlantic Avenue Martin Luther King, Jr. Center, 1200 Elm Street (904) 310-3363 • www.fbfl.us McArthur Family YMCA Aquatics Center, 1915 Citrona Drive (904) 261-1080 • www.firstcoastymca.org/branch/mcarthur

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Under new ownership, White Oak Plantation renews its mission of conservation and education and opens its doors to the public.

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policy. Visitors to White ne of northeast Florida’s Oak have included worldbest-kept secrets is a renowned actors, actresses, magical place called White dancers, and performers, as Oak Plantation. Thirty miles well as political leaders from north of Jacksonville on the around the world. banks of the St. Marys River, Today, there is a new it offers more than 7,400 acres

BY DICKIE ANDERSON energy at White Oak. In of hardwood hammocks, pine PHOTOS COURTESY WHITE OAK CONSERVATION March 2013, White Oak was forest, and tidal wetlands. bought by Mark and Kimbra Walter. The couple are dedicated Hidden in its serene pine woods are twenty-seven species of conservationists, and they have established White Oak animals, including rhino, giraffe, okapi, and cheetah.

Conservation Holdings to continue and enhance White Oak’s Originally a working plantation dating back to 1768, conservation and wildlife programs. In addition, the family the plantation produced timber and rice. Before the Civil wants to share White Oak and its treasures.

War, White Oak had approximately 350 acres in rice paddy White Oak has always had a special mystique, and a visit cultivation. By 1833, Zephaniah Kingsley, a pre-Civil War there is a rare and wonderful treat. Tall, majestic pines line agricultural baron, became the plantation’s sole owner. The the well-maintained roads, which quietly lead to the most Gilman family purchased White Oak in 1938, and it was used astonishing sights. In unobtrusive enclosures, animals usually for timber production, the breeding and training of horses, and only seen in the wild roam about freely, receiving the very best as a recreational destination for the highly successful Gilman in animal care and protection. White Oak is well-known in Paper Company. the conservation and zoo communities for their rhinoceros, In 1982, the shady, pine-wooded property with the St. cheetah, antelope, and okapi (a rare giraffe relative) programs, Mary’s River as one of its property lines became the home of and for their support of conservation in Africa, Asia, and the philanthropist Howard Gilman’s significant program for the United States. conservation and propagation of threatened and endangered At White Oak, you will also meet a community of dedicated species. White Oak remains a world leader in protecting conservationists eager to share their knowledge and enthusiasm. endangered species. Fulfilling Gilman’s vision, White Oak Regular tours have opened the property to increasing numbers began to host a variety of national and international conferences of people. One of the more exciting initiatives is the new in 1993 which focused on a wide variety of fields, including the continued on next page. arts and culture, conservation and the environment, and public 41 AMELIA ISLANDER MAGAZINE • JULY 2014

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Wild continued from page 41. conservation education program under the leadership of Brandon Speeg, Director of Conservation Education at White Oak. Working at a similar conservation facility in southeastern Ohio, he served as an animal specialist and was responsible for some of the most imperiled species, such as rhinoceros, antelope, cheetahs, and African painted dogs. He is an alumnus of the Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders program and has traveled in Southeast Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.

Speeg wants to share his passion for inspiring conservation action and is currently coordinating camp programs for children. Partnering with a Montessori school in Jacksonville, the first pilot program was initiated the summer of 2013 for seven- and eightyear-olds. Not surprisingly, it was huge success, and more camps have been added.

“White Oak is an amazing place to engage children in conservation and connect them with the plight of many of the species that share our world,” says Speeg. “Beyond the 27 species that are part of our conservation breeding programs, we also have 7,400 acres of natural Florida woodlands and wetlands to explore, because conservation most certainly starts at home.”

White Oak Plantation is alive and well and eager to share its amazing story. As the camp brochure states, the program offers “experiential conservation education in a unique 7,400-acre refuge for people, animals, and ideas.” Public tours are offered regularly, but reservations must be made in advance. For times and pricing, call (904) 225-3396. For more information on White Oak’s outreach programs, summer camps and special programs, visit www.whiteoakwildlife.org and sign up for their newsletter.

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Hope from page 29. since bought property here and we all became part of the island!”

O’Day was an avid golfer and the entire family was very athletic. “We all played tennis and golf, we loved sports,” says Mark. “My father eventually became president of the Amelia Island Club in 1999, and he had so many friends here. It was only natural that after his passing we would want to hold a golf tournament in his honor.” But the family didn’t start the tournament right away. Mark contacted the ALS Association Florida Chapter to find out what their family and friends could do to raise money for the cause. They suggested getting involved in the annual Walk to D’Feet ALS in Jacksonville, which the family has been involved with each year since. But they wanted to do more, and that’s when Mark decided to start the yearly golf event to honor his father’s memory and raise money for the Florida ALS Chapter. That was ten years ago, and so far they have raised over $125,000. This year is expected to be one of their biggest events ever.

The tournament will be held on Friday, August 1 at Long Point Amelia Island at The Amelia Island Club.

Registration and Warm-Up Lunch Buffet will be held from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. A Shotgun Start is scheduled for 12:30 p.m., and followed at 5 p.m. by a Dinner Reception with raffle prizes, awards, and silent auction. All the proceeds from the event benefit the ALS Association Florida Chapter.

“This tournament is an amazing event,” says Ardith. “One of the things that means so much to me since John’s passing is that our grandchildren can spend time talking to all the people who knew him. I feel that we are carrying on his legacy every year. Our good friends and family travel from all over the country, and even from Europe, to be here.”

“Besides money to fund research, proceeds from the tournament also help families whose loved ones are suffering from the disease,” says Mark. “The outpouring from the community and our sponsors has been astonishing.” For more information on the tournament and how to help, visit www.alsgolfamelia.com.

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he heat has been turned up and it really feels like summer now! At this time of the year, we have to be vigilant with our plants, giving them the water, feeding them properly, and pruning them so they look and feel like new.

Many people love to attract the elusive and beautiful hummingbird to their gardens, and many plants can serve that purpose. Vines are a great way to attract hummingbirds, and I love the attractive Orange Trumpet Vine (Campsis radicans). You can run this vine up a fence or trellis, or let nature take its course and allow it creep across the ground for a carpet of blooms.

The Orange Trumpet can be grown in full sun to part shade. The striking flowers are three to four inches and trumpet-shaped. It is fast-growing and can grow twenty to forty feet. The Orange Trumpet vine is an old-time favorite. It is said that hummingbirds find it irresistible. The vine has dark, shiny green leaves, which are smothered in large, showy orange-scarlet trumpetshaped flowers from July to November.

Humingbirds appear to collect the nectar and return year after year. This

TIP O F T HE M O N T H To keep invasive vines under control, plant them in large planter pots and sink the pots into the ground. That will stop the roots from spreading underground.

hummingbird vine is a vigorous grower and will cover almost any kind of support, so use caution. It can become invasive, so it needs to be pruned. The best time to prune is in the spring as flowers bloom on the new growth. Radical pruning is suggested at that time.

The Orange Trumpet Vine is drought-tolerant and it will grow in most soils. It can be grown in sun or part shade; however, the more sun it gets, the more its flowers will bloom. This vine also is available in yellow.

Another good choice is the Cypress Vine (Ipomoea), a perennial in our area with tiny, scarlet-red tubular flowers.

The flowers are about one-and-a-half inches long and flare out at the mouth into a five-pointed star. These vines can climb to twenty feet or more, but it is always a dainty, fragile vine, and not

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at all aggressive. The leaves are three to four inches long and leather-like, finely divided into thread-like segments. They give the appearance of a feathery fern.

The Cypress Vine makes a wonderful trellis cover for a privacy screen, which you would rather look at than through.

It is an excellent source of nectar for both hummingbirds and butterflies. These vines are in the Morning Glory family, and they do best when well-watered.

Other great plants thatattract a lot of hummingbirds and butterflies are: Pineapple Sage (Salvia elegans); Giant Blue Sage (Salvia guaranitica); Cypress Vine (Ipomoea quamoclit); Shrimp Plant (Justicia brande-geana); Mimose, or Silktree (Albizia julbrissin); Shrub Verbena (Lantana camara); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja davidii ), also known as Buddleia; Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus); Common Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea); Cigar Plant (Cuphea ignea).

These are known as the Top 10 Exotic Hummingbird Plants. Good luck creating your own hummingbird garden!

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efore settling down in Jacksonville in 2003, Medardo Monzon referred to himself and his wife, Ana, as “corporate nomads,” since they had relocated ten times.

Jacksonville had seemed like the perfect fit for this busy couple, until they purchased a condo on Amelia Island in 2005. “We loved Amelia Island,” says Medardo. “It has a slower pace, people are friendly, and you can speak to everyone personally here. Plus, we love nature, and the ocean.”

The couple became so attached to the island that they decided to buy a beachfront cottage and adjoining lighthouse, with the intention of restoring both of the dwellings. But, within a few months, they realized that plan wasn’t practical.

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Medardo. “It took us about a year to make that decision and demolish the existing dwellings.” Working with local architect John Dodd, they came up with a five bedroom home that suited them perfectly. Medardo and Ana then met builder Dale Cole of Cole Builders at a local patio show and invited him to present a proposal for their modern, coastal home. They moved into their new home just six months ago.

Medardo and Ana have an international consulting business and they needed a space in the house to host seminars for their clients. The first-floor area features two bedrooms, a full kitchenette, and a walkout to a beautifully landscaped relaxation pool, outdoor shower, and a picture-perfect view of

the Atlantic Ocean. On the second floor, there are two more bedrooms, Ana’s study, the kitchen and living room, a laundry room, and a master bath that includes an enormous closet and exercise room. A spacious porch looks out over the ocean, and from the living room the couple can hear the waves crashing on the beach. The third floor has Medardo’s office, bath, closets, and another walk-out porch.

Ana is from Argentina, Medardo from Colombia. Besides their four children and five grandchildren, they have a large family who visit frequently. Their home has been designed to allow all their guests to have privacy when they wish, and then gather in the great room when they want to socialize.

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Left: The master bedroom is cozy and comfortable, offering a casual, coastal-style retreat.

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Below right: Each porch offers exceptional views of Amelia Island’s pristine beaches.

An outdoor kitchen and shower let everyone enjoy the beach and pool without sandy feet gracing their floors. Ana is fond of flowers and loves to garden; it is her touch that adds color and beauty to the outdoor landscaping. “I wanted a wild area outside, with a small section of grass for our dogs,” said Ana. “I chose plants and flowers that are indigenous to our area. They grow beautifully and don’t need excessive water.”

Ana and Medardo enjoy walking on the beach, biking, and visiting local restaurants. “Amelia Island has excellent restaurants,” notes Medardo. “Ana and I love to go out to dinner. We’ve met many new people around the island in the short few months we’ve lived here. That’s one of the things that we love about living here.”

Medardo travels quite a bit with the Monzons’ consulting business, called EMPOWER LT. EMPOWER LT enables leaders and teams to uncover their untapped potential and transform themselves in order to reach higher levels of performance. Most of the couple’s clients are outside of the United States. The Monzons work with organizations to create customized solutions to their needs through seminars, workshops, and individual sessions. While Medardo travels, Ana stays home to take care of the other end of the business, and watch after the dogs. When Medardo returns home on weekends, he is delighted that they made the decision to build their coastal home on Amelia Island. “We enjoyed our time in Jacksonville, but this home is where we truly belong.”

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few weeks ago, the Amelia Islander Magazine held a special photo contest on our Facebook page called “Where on Amelia?” and the winner was Jerry Torchia! His prize was dinner out with me, and the event took a special turn when I found out that it was also his wedding anniversary. So I invited his wife, Mary Lynn, to come along, and the three of us enjoyed a marvelous evening at Brett’s Waterway Café. After 52 years of marriage, the Torchias had a lot to celebrate, and our server Wade suggested we start with a glass of Dave Matthews Dreaming Tree, a white “everyday” wine that was far from ordinary, while we nibbled on some starters.

Chef Brett Carter prepared us a platter of appetizers to sample, and they were all out of this world. Little brined green olives, Crab Louie salad, Hummus with Pesto, and Pimento Cheese were just a few of the wonderful offerings we were in store for that evening. Chef Brett makes these incredible parmesan chips for dipping, and an amazing flatbread covered with herbs and seeds. The crab salad was probably my favorite, if it was even possible to choose, with capers, red onion, and lump crab meat. We also sampled a crab cake that Jerry really liked, with a citrus Remoulade sauce and homemade cole slaw. I think Mary’s favorite was the pimento cheese. A little something to delight each of us on this special day!

Wade brought us a glass of Belleglos Pinot Noir Blanc, with rich, ripe strawberry and green apple aromas, which paired well with our next course, Marinated Mozzarella & Tomato Salad. This salad is loaded with all sorts of goodies – Mozzarella

cheese, tomatoes, arugula, artichokes, hearts of palm, and citrus balsamic vinaigrette. We also enjoyed everyone’s favorite, Southern-Style Biscuits, which are rich and buttery, fluffy, and unmistakably homemade. But there was more to come for this special anniversary dinner, as Chef Brett treated us to three amazing entrees. For me, Pan Seared Scallops with Anson Mills cheese grits, braised pork belly, asparagus, and beurre blanc. For Mary, an 8 oz. Beef Tenderloin with asparagus and Yukon Gold mashed potatoes. And for Jerry, a special surprise – Low Country Boil! We shared our various dishes and everything was superb. I especially loved the sweetness of the scallops with the richness of the pork belly. The tenderloin was medium rare and very tender, and the low country boil featured Mayport shrimp, sausage, clams, crawfish, corn, red potatoes, and cocktail sauce. A bowl of sweet and salty collard greens was the perfect accompaniment.

Jerry and I also sampled a glass of Estancia Meritage, a deep crimson, velvety red wine. While we finished up our entrees, Chef Brett came out to chat with us, bearing gifts of Crème Brulee, Flourless Chocolate Torte, and a special coffee with four secret liqueurs stirred in, topped with whipped cream. As usual, Brett’s Waterway Café presents a joyous dining experienced as inspired as Brett himself, a gathering place with excellent food and service, and the best view on Amelia Island.

The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, featuring a full bar and an extensive wine list. For more information or to make a reservation, call (904) 261-2660.

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dining guide 29 South ~ This eclectic bistro has it all; great ambiance, fantastic food, an extensive wine list and reasonable prices. The menu can best be described as traditional world cuisine with modern, whimsical twist, where award-winning executive chef and owner Scotty Schwartz paints a playground for the palette. Choose from entrees including: lobster corn dogs with spicy horseradish ketchup spiked with ketel one vodka, seared scallops on green tea smoked thai curry nage topped with crispy calamari straws, and sweet tea brined smithfield farm pork chop on macaroni gratin with warm blackberry preserves. 29 South also features grilled pizzas, sandwiches, and nightly specials. 29 South Third Street, Historic Downtown, (904) 277-7919, 29southrestaurant.com.

Amelia City Sushi and Steak Bar ~ Amelia City Sushi and Steak Bar is an interpretation of the Japanese pub culture of sushi, sashimi, and small plates, offered with a selection of sake and wine in a relaxed lounge environment. Our sushi chefs present intriguing sushi and sashimi from the richly appointed, hand-crafted dining bar, utilizing the finest available Atlantic and Pacific Ocean fishes. From the Grill Side, Head Chef Nori Sakata delivers New York and Tokyo styles. The mission of Chef Nori and his crew is to offer organically designed dishes that feature top quality steaks and chops, grilled fish, and the absolute highest quality American Wagyu Beef, followed by his Asian influenced, custommade “small batch” deserts. The restaurant’s elegant yet comfortable environment showcases hand-crafted wall patterns created by Al McClain, the Master Woodworker from Warren, CT. Reservations are accepted, and the appropriate dress code is resort casual. 4800 First Coast Hwy in the Harris Teeter Shopping Center.

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Open 7 days, Mon-Sat L, D, $$$, F. Café Karibo ~ Located on North 3rd St. just off Centre Street in the historic downtown district. It has a cozy interior with a funky, laid-back setting. It’s most striking feature is its naturally shaded outdoor dining patio. Great selection of sandwiches, salads, and soups for lunch. Tasty nightly fresh fish specials, theme nights (Tue: Trivia with Angie. Prizes each night.), and live music in the patio most Friday and Saturday nights. Kid friendly. Vegetarian items on the menu. Open: 11am–9pm Tue thru Sat; Sunday 11am–8pm with lunch menu specials; Mon 11am–3pm. Fresh-brewed beer available in the Café and in the brew pub—The Karibrew—located next door.

Food prices are relatively low-lunch average $10 pp; dinner $20 pp (generous portions).

Le Clos ~ Located in Fernandina’s Historic District, Le Clos serves delicious Provençal dishes, by candlelight and music, in a charming, intimate, 1906 cottage. Patio garden seating available, weather permitting. Eclectic wine list. Monday-Saturday 5:30-9:00 PM. Reservations recommended. 30 South Second Street. (904)261.8100. www.leclos.com. D, $$$, B/W. Crab Trap ~ Nautical decor and friendly service makes for a casual, relaxing atmosphere. Dinner daily offers seafood—fried, grilled, broiled, or blackened—as well as steaks, chicken and oysters year round. Entrees $8.95 $18.95. Call for seasonal hours. Beer, wine, and cocktails.

Family owned and operated since 1979. 31 N 2nd Street, (904) 261-4749. $$$ V/MC/D. David’s Restaurant ~ David’s Restaurant has an amazing steakhouse & seafood menu, upscale atmosphere, and professional service, all for your dining pleasure. Relax in our comfortable leather lounge and peruse the Martini and full bar menu, then enjoy the mouthwatering creations from our outstanding kitchen, including prime steaks, Filet Oscar, and our Signature 16oz. Grilled Ribeye, New York Strip, English Channel Dover Sole, and Salmon & Chilean Sea Bass just to name a few. Our dessert sensation, Chocolate Fondue for Two. The lounge opens at 5 pm and dinner begins at 6 pm in the dining room. Young Adult menu available. Valet parking Fridays & Saturdays. Every Wednesday Night 1 1/4 lb. Maine Lobsters with Potatoes, Seasonable Vegetable & Drawn Butter. Ladies Night on Thursday in the Lounge with Tristan offering 1/2 priced Cocktails & Appetizers. Friday & Saturday with Aaron Bing. All dessert & breads made on premises. Closed on Tuesdays. Reservations highly recommended. 802 Ash Street. (904) 310-6049. Book your reservation online at AmeliaIslandDavids.com.

España ~ Featuring Old World cuisine from Portugal and Spain, España offers an intriguing menu in a comfortably elegant atmosphere in downtown Fernandina Beach. Owner/chef Roberto Pestana serves mouthwatering tapas like Grouper Ceviche, Portobello al La España, and Shrimp with Garlic, all served with España’s homemade bread. Entrees include a classic Seafood Paella, and a variety of fresh local seafood and meats. España also features an extensive wine list and an excellent homemade sangria. Available for private parties. Reservations recommended. All major credit cards. Open 7 days. (904) 261-7700. 22 South 4th Street. $$$, L, D, B/W.

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Daily drink specials and Open Mic Night every Thursday.

22 South Third Street, (904) 491-3322. L, $$, F Gourmet Gourmet ~ Gourmet Gourmet is located between The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island and AIP at the historical American Beach entrance, on the corner of Lewis Street and A1A. In addition to our fabulous selections of baked goods, appetizers, salads, & entrées to go, we also serve gourmet coffees/cappuccino/espresso with continental breakfast items, brunch, and lunch everyday. A bistro-style dinner menu is served Monday 8am - 6pm; Tuesday – Friday 8am - 10pm; Saturday 9am - 10pm; Sunday 9am - 4pm. $$, B,L,D. Halftime Sports Bar ~ The place to go to catch the game. Amelia Island’s sports bar. Wings—21 sauces to choose from, burgers, sandwiches and more. Craft beer and specialty wine. Happy Hour weekdays 4-7pm. 2014 Golden Tee, shuffleboard, complimentary Wi-Fi. Trivia Nation every Wednesday 7-9pm.

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Kids Menu also available. 1930 S. 14th Street at the Publix Shopping Plaza. Dine in or take out. (904) 2778838 and online at www.hanasushifl.com. Give us a try!

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Jack & Diane’s ~ Jack & Diane’s remains the love of the locals for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Come explore “A world of Taste all in one Place” as it is affectionately known by guests from every corner of the globe. At the crossroads of comfort and quest, you will find each dish combines homespun recipes with global influences offering new discoveries in their signature concept of “adventurous dining”. The extensive five page menu presents such a great variety that they created a $5 tasting menu, so you can explore all your cravings at once. This cozy bistro nestled in a historic home circa 1862 offers a fun-loving, unique dining experience in what is now an artists’ sanctuary. Your senses will be filled with sights, sounds and tastes from the world over in this little island gem. Tastes that echo both tradition and adventure, it’s the memories a happy life are made of. www. jackanddianescafe.com Joe’s 2nd Street Bistro ~ Located in historic downtown Fernandina, Joe’s 2nd Street Bistro serves innovative cuisine in a relaxed, island atmosphere. Enjoy fresh seafood, game, and specialty dishes in a charming 1903 home, or outside in a New Orleans-inspired courtyard.

Jacksonville Magazine Top 25. Extensive wine list available. Reservations recommended. Major credit cards.

321-2558. Open seven days. D, $$$.

Kelley’s Courtyard Café ~ The newest addition to Fernandina Beach’s eclectic blend of restaurants. This family friendly Café offers homemade soups, salads and sandwiches in a warm and welcoming courtyard in Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach. On- and off-site catering available. Please come and join us at Kelley’s we’re at 19 S. 3rd Street Fernandina Beach. (904) 432-8213.

Seafood & Steakhouse Prime Aged Beef & Fresh Fish Classic Dining

2013 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence Lounge Opens at 5PM Dinner Daily at 6PM Attire is Resort Casual Reservations Recommended!

802 Ash Street • Amelia Island, FL 904-310-6049

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~ Flavors to Savor ~ Breakfast ~ Lunch ~ Dinner 321-1444 708 Centre Street • Downtown Fernandina Beach

lunch ~ tues - sat 11:30 - 2 lunch/brunch ~ sun 11:30 - 2 happy hour ~ tues - sat 4 - 6 dinner ~ tues - sat 5:30 - 10 4924 ½rst coast hwy • 904.310.6620 www.barzin-bistro-winebar.com palmetto walk shopping village

Bingo Mondays / Trivia Tuesdays / Poker Wednesdays Indoor and Outdoor Dining • Daily Specials & Entertainment Tons of TV’s for your Sporting needs!

Open at 11:00 am Daily 3199 S. Fletcher Ave. • 261-5711 www.AmeliaIslander.com

Ask a local. www.SlidersSeaside.com 1998 South Fletcher Avenue •Amelia Island 904.277.6652

Fresh ~ Organic Natural A Cafe for Conscious Eating Conveniently Located Inside Nassau Health Foods

Meals To Go • Office Lunches Open Monday - Saturday, 8am - 3pm 833 TJ Courson Road Fernandina Beach, FL

904-277-3141 www.nassauhealthfoods.net

Intimate Evening Dining Everyday Brunch Gourmet Shop Breakfast ~ 8 - 11am M – F • Brunch ~ 9am - 2pm Sa & Su Lunch Open to 5pm Everyday Dinner ~ 5pm - 10pm Mo – Sa

American Beach • 1408 Lewis Street at A1A

(904) 261-8973 www.GourmetGourmetFood.com

Le Clos serves dinner nightly by candlelight in a charming 1906 cottage.

Eclectic wine menu.

OPEN FOR LUNCH Tue – Sat 11am – 3pm DINNER Wed – Sat 5 – 9pm 5472 First Coast Highway at Park Place 904.321.2430 | horizonsameliaisland.com

Reservations recommended.

La Mancha ~ A Spanish and Portuguese restaurant with a Brazilian flare, blended for savory and bold flavors. We offer a mixture of contemporary and traditional authentic Spanish cuisine. Extensive beer and wine list and our famous sangria! Plenty of parking and catering available for large groups and parties. Check out our menu online at www.lamancharestaurant.net. Open 7 days a week 5-10pm. 2709 Sadler Road. (904) 261-4646. Tues. – Half price sangria, Wed. – Ladies Night – All you can drink sangria, Thurs. – Free dessert, Sunday – All you can eat paella!

Lulu’s at the Thompson House ~ Lulu’s is more than just a sandwich shop! The dinner menu changes nightly to showcase the best available fresh, local seafood. Lunch features sandwiches, po’ boys, salads, and a wide selection of seafood “little plates.” Open for lunch and dinner Tues - Sat. Sunday Brunch from 10:30am - 3pm. Beer and wine available. Major credit cards. Reservations recommended. 11 South 7th Street. Historic Downtown Fernandina. www.lulusamelia.com. (904) 432-8394.

The Mustard Seed Cafe ~ Located inside Nassau Health Foods, The Mustard Seed is Amelia Island’s only organic eatery and juice bar, with an extensive, eclectic menu featuring vegetarian and vegan items. Daily specials include local seafood, organic chicken and fresh organic produce. Salads, wraps, sandwiches, and soups are available—all prepared with The Mustard Seed’s impeccable style. Popular items are chicken or veggie quesadillas, grilled mahi or salmon over mixed greens and tuna melt with Swiss cheese and tomato. Open for breakfast and lunch, 8 am - 3pm. Mon -Sat. NassauHealthFoods.net. 833 T. J. Courson Rd. (904) 277-3141.

PLAE ~ PLAE (People Laughing and Eating) features a brilliant and seductive atmosphere that accompanies an incomparable menu. Both the menu and the lounge are classic, with exciting twists and unexpected elements that tantalize all appetites. Make PLAE a must on your “to do” list. Located at The Spa & Shops at Amelia Island Plantation. (904) 277-2132. D, $$$, F. Sandy Bottoms ~ Casual dining, lunch and dinner menu, outside beach bar, tables and chairs in the sand on the beach, live entertainment almost every night, feet from the ocean. We offer seafood, sandwiches, salads, and home made pizzas. Full bar inside and outside.

Sliders Seaside Grill ~ The Caribbean on Amelia Island!

Slider’s offers fun dining for the whole family! Exotic seafood and steaks served to order are the specials of the house. Enjoy a beautiful oceanfront view inside, or on the patio, located steps from the beach. Open daily for lunch and dinner. 1998 S. Fletcher Ave. at Sadler Rd. (next to the roundabout). 277-6652. L, D, $$, F. The Surf ~ Dine indoors or out on our huge, sundrenched deck with views of the ocean across the street.

The extensive menu features delicious seafood, steaks, burgers, wraps, salads and Boar’s Head sandwiches. Daily specials include our famous all-you-can-eat wings (Wed. night) and lobster special all day Sunday. Casual, fun atmosphere. Take-out available. Open daily from 11am.

29 TVs throughout. WIFI available. Full service bar.

Entertainment every night and weekend afternoons.

3199 S. Fletcher Ave. 261-5711.

L, D, $$, F.

LE CLOS RESTAURANT 20 South Second Street

904-261-8100 www.leclos.com

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Nantucket meets Amelia Island Plantation Little Dunes is a quaint cottage style community offering the nostalgia of Old Key West and Nantucket in a park like setting. This lovely 3 bedroom, 3 bath home has a brick walkway to the open front porch where you can relax and enjoy the sea breezes on warm summer days. Inside, the bright kitchen is open to the main living areas, inviting all to join in family fun meal prep! With hardwood floors,

a fireplace, and a guest bedroom and bath, the first floor has lagoon and golf course views. Moving upstairs, past the loft family room, you will find the large master bedroom suite and a guest bedroom and bath. Picket fences, screen porches, and rose or jasmine covered lattice blend with a community pool and short walk to the beach to create unforgettable memories.

For more information on this exceptional property, contact John Watson with Amelia Island Plantation Real Estate at 904-277-5980.

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16 Beach Wood This charming 3 BR, 2 BA home on Amelia Island Plantation offers a split floor plan, a fireplace, vaulted ceilings, a blend of hardwood and Mexican tile floors, and peaceful wooded views. $525,000

41 Long Point Drive Immaculate 4 BR/4.5 BA home in prestigious Long Point. Beautiful marsh view with sunsets from screened lanai with pool. Includes high ceilings, fireplace, a gourmet kitchen and detached 3-car garage. $1,200,000

5424 Florence Point Drive Beautiful 3 BR, 3 BA home with hardwood floors. Many exceptional features include decorative trim, spacious family/dining room, fireplace, granite counters and stainless appliances in kitchen. $450,000

70 Long Point Drive An elegant 3 BR, 3.5 BA home overlooking the 7th fairway of Long Point Golf Course. Has tile flooring in the main living area, a fireplace, tray ceiling, recessed lighting and outdoor living with a pool. $995,000

6 Foxtail Road Impeccably maintained 4BR, 4.5 BA home with charming exterior, located on private cul-de-sac lot bordered by preserve in back. Unique 100 year old doors and windows add wow factor. $899,000

4 Salt Marsh Drive Located in prestigious Long Point, this lovely 3 BR, 3.5 BA home enjoys peaceful wooded views. Fireplace in living room, large kitchen has GE appliances. 2-car garage. Lot directly behind is available. $895,000

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207/208 Sandcastles Villas Oceanfront 2 BR, 2 BA, 1st floor villa with magnificent views of palm trees, natural dunes, the beach and Atlantic Ocean. Lock off BRs each have 2 queen beds, private BAs and patio access. $479,000

2413 Linkside Villa Overlooking the Ocean Links golf course and beautiful Red Maple Lake, this spacious 3 BR, 3 BA villa is located at the end of Boxwood Lane. It’s the perfect Florida island home. $525,000

1851/52 Turtle Dunes Spacious 2 BR, 2 BA furnished villa offers oceanfront living in a premier location. Located on the 4th floor with dramatic views of the Atlantic.

Can be used as a two-BR villa or as a one BR lock-off. $520,000

6523 Spyglass II Villa Enjoy all the benefits of relaxed, seaside living in this gorgeous 3 BR, 3.5 BA, 2nd floor oceanfront villa. Just short walking distance to the Ocean Club, Racquet Park, and the North property gate. $950,000

2047 Beach Wood Villa Across the street from the beach and the Omni Hotel. 3 BR, 3.5 BA villa has tile floors downstairs. Patio has wooded and pool views. Plenty of storage space. Washer and dryer NOT included. $369,000

1539 Piper Dunes Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Atlantic from this gorgeous villa!

Upscale appointments include an arched doorway, tile, custom cabinetry, GE appliances, and balconies with ocean views. $1,100,000

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Selling the Amelia Island Lifestyle since 1995...

1899 SYCAMORE LANE 6 bedrooms/5.5 baths, 7,859 square feet MLS # 62570 $3,250,000

24 MARSH POINT 3 bedrooms/4 full baths/3 half baths, 3,363 square feet MLS# 62319 $2,750,000

EQUESTRIAN GATED MARSHFRONT COMMUNITY OF SHADY POINT. Over 5 acres on Amelia Island. Situated in the gated Equestrian community of Shady Point Plantation, this custom home—designed by The Evans Group & built by Michael Ackerman Homes—boasts all the amenities one could desire, including screened & heated marsh front pool overlooking a large rear yard, sophisticated tree house, lighted tennis court, riding ring, 6-bay garage & theatre with projection screen & sound proof wall paneling.Thoughtfully maintained by this original owner, the interior boasts luxurious master suite, elaborate kitchen, library, dual offices, Andersen windows & doors, wrap-around porch, gas package, wood & marble flooring, plus oversized spacious bedrooms.

THE EDGE OF PARADISE. Nestled on the point of the prominent Marsh Point Road peninsula with 270-degree vistas of the marsh and, distantly, the Intracoastal Waterway. This 3-acre estate property with main house, swimming pool, abundant outdoor living space, and an 800-square foot guest cottage is sure to wow you.

Main house boasts 19-foot smooth ceilings in great room, commanding views, large kitchen with nook, plantation shutters, separate library, and a low-country exterior. The guest cottage is self-contained with morning kitchen and full bath. Light and bright interior with abundant glass, capitalizing on the views. Truly one of the most unprecedented locations in Florida allowing for idyllic days!

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G Gorgeous trees and llandscaping a surround this beautiful home on the river with b dock, boat lift, jet ski lift, and d deep water at low tide! Heated d and screened pool. Fabulous a entry doors open to designer e flooring in this 4 BR/3.5 BA hhome with so many upgades!

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E Enjoy beautiful sunsets from yyour living room in this stunning 3 BR/3.5 BA st ground floor villa. So many g uupgrades in this gorgeous vvilla, inlcuding a climate ccontrolled storage area and private boat lift and boat slip p on the ICW! Furnished. o MLS#61999 $1,085,000 M

3116 MARSH VIEW VILLAS

FFabulous marsh views from this ccustom-designed 3 BR/4.5 BA hhome on two acres. Dock permitted for extension, with p access to Nassau River. a Beautiful open plan with many B uupgrades. Convert loft to extra bedrooms. Separate workshop b with AC. MLS#62094 w $1,195,000 $

95037 RIVER MARSH TERRACE T 4 BR/2.5 BA home has This beautiful views of the marsh b and river from almost every a room. This lovely home also ro includes a 2-sided fireplace, in large closets, and an extra 450 la sq feet workshop/man cave area that is amazing. a MLS#62120 $450,000 M

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PPanoramic marsh views in gorgeous Amelia Island g PPlantation! Custom designed 4 BR/3.5 BA property with open floor plan and all the o uupgrades you can imagine including a Chef’s kitchen! in MLS#60380 $899,000 M

2344 S. FLETCHER AVENUE NEW PRICE

A Amazing tri-level 5 BR/5.5 BA hhome, custom built by Donna Lynne Custom Homes.

Ly Oceanfront pool with indoor/ O outdoor summer kitchen and o private boardwalk to beach. p Open floor plan offers ocean O vviews from kitchen, dining area, & family room. MLS#60597 $2,790,000 $

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904.556.3228 • www.troxelteam.com 406 BEACHSIDE VILLA $975,000 Oceanfront villa on AIP with excellent water views. 3BR/3BA, one level, large living space with fireplace, abundant balcony space, huge kitchen with center island and oceanfront master bedroom.

MLS# 63049

(904) 753-3672 – Cell • (904) 261-0347 – Office 96016 Roxabogue 3BR home in popular North Hampton. Large corner lot, split bedroom floorplan. Large screened porch and new a/c unit. MLS#62972 $269,900 76455 Long Leaf Loop 4BR in Timber Creek. Open floorplan with natural light, high ceilings, fenced backyard, screened porch and play area.

MLS#62703 $167,000

4731 YACHTSMAN DRIVE $585,000 4BR/3BA home in gated Golfside South with spacious open floor plan perfect for island living, sunny Florida room, kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite c-tops and butler’s pantry. Owner’s suite with fireplace and fenced yard. MLS# 61680

8 MARSH COVE $749,000

1782 S. 15th St. 3BR/2BA cottage will soon be under construction in Amelia Park. Large kitchen, front and rear porches, close to beach!

MLS#62080 $315,900

Beautiful and private setting on AIP with lake views from this 4BR/3BA home with wide open floor plan, screened lanai, lakeside patio, spacious kitchen and bonus room over garage. MLS# 62916

1751 Dunes Club Ocean & Intracoastal views from 6th floor unit at Amelia Island Plantation. Upgraded appliances, granite surfaces and travertine floors. MLS#61037 $1,550,000

1875 SYCAMORE LANE $1,790,000 Superior Mediiterranean style home in equestrian gated community. Stunning 5BR/5BA, resort-style screened salt water pool with spa, grotto, living room and pool house. Spacious interior of main home and abundant terrace and entertaining space.

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“Striving to be the best... when only the best will do!”

Call Anne Today ~ 904.583.0734 www.annebarbanel.com John T. Ferreira & Son, Inc. 500 Centre Street • Amelia Island

86192 REMSENBURG DRIVE

Beautiful home built by Beazer w/spectacular views of golf course. Perfect for entertaining. Gourmet kitchen with upgrades galore. MBR on ground floor overlooking golf course. 2nd story includes 3 bedrooms, 2 baths & large open family room. Oversized gas heated pool & spa, fenced back yard, built in security system. In wall surround sound system. Freshly painted inside & out. This desirable community has a community pool, great golf course, playgrounds & tennis. MLS#62372 $429,000

LINKSIDE VILLAS This Linkside Villa townhome has an ideal location in Amelia Island Plantation, close to the beach and amenities, and is perfect for either full-time or part-time residents. From the spacious living area with fireplace and vaulted ceilings, comfortable screened in deck area and master bedroom, you will enjoy beautiful views of the golf course, lake and community pool.

Barbara White® REALTOR

Mobile: (904) 310-5090 Barbara.White@ChaplinWilliams.com

2810 LAGUNA DRIVE

You will be welcomed by this 4BR/2BA bright and open floor plan home in Ocean View Estates, just steps from the sandy beaches. Perfect home for entertaining family and friends in style, inside and out on your screened lanai overlooking your pool and lake. Kitchen with breakfast nook, tile in all living areas, plantation shutters, fireplace and built-in cabinetry in great room, trey ceiling in master. New Roof May 2014. This Home will not disappoint you. MLS#62852 $415,000

96195 OYSTER BAY DRIVE D! CE U D RE

SPANISH WAY WEST Best value in the community! Charming and well maintained home in Isle de Mai on Amelia Island. Beautiful, mature landscape, enviable cul de sac location with a rear screened porch overlooking a lush community greenbelt. Steps to the neighborhood pool and just minutes to the beaches and historic downtown Fernandina Beach. Why wait for new construction? This home is move in ready and priced to sell. Offered at $350,000.

Susan Gibson ® REALTOR Stunning custom built OYSTER BAY home with no details overlooked.

Kitchen includes keeping room w/fireplace & breakfast nook, with upgrades galore. The great room opens to a 2-level screened porch w/ summer kitchen. 1st floor consistes of master w/separate sitting area, plus 2 other bedrooms & baths. 2nd floor has a guest room & bath & bonus/game room. Paver drive & walk-ways, 3-car garage, central vac, 3 heat pumps.

Located in gated, yacht club community. MLS#61612 $532,000

Mobile: (904) 556-8471 Susan@ChaplinWilliams.com Prudential Chaplin Williams Realty 5472 First Coast Hwy, Ste. 1, Amelia Island

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WATERFRONT PROPERTY, GOLF HOMES, HISTORIC HOMES, & MORE Deep Water Home on Egan’s Creek

Geoff Haynes (904) 468-0019 geoffatremax@gmail.com www.geoffhaynes.remaxagent.com

Well built, remodeled custom home with over 3,000 sq. ft. with generous rooms. Kitchen features granite counters, and center island with gas stove top. Extra large master suite overlooks creek. Living room has hardwood floors, fireplace and Peachtree sliding glass doors, which open to a deck with screened porch and hot tub. Private dock with deeded access. This is navigable water at all tides. #61722 $724,000

Lagoon Front Villa Amelia Island Plantation villa with tranquil lagoon views from most rooms. An end unit with easy care wood style laminate flooring throughout, double sliders and an enclosed porch for year round use.

The view will captivate you in this affordable resort villa. 2BR/2BA, spacious living areas, grilling patio and good storage. #61955 $265.000

2865 W 6TH ST Ocean view Cape Cod-style home with over 3,200 sq. ft. of living area. Includes a separate 2 BR, 1.5 BA townhome apartment. Main residence has 3 BR, 2.5 BA. Updated kitchen and bathes.

Large wrap around porch with Trex decking. 3 car enclosed garage. MLS#62493. Reduced price. $599,000

161 LONG POINT Bank-owned custom built Mediterranean style home in prestigious Long Point at Omni Amelia Island Plantation. Built in 2007 with 5,200 ft. of living area. 4BR, 4.5 BA. Italian tile and rosewood floors throughout.

Expansive views of marsh and river. Private dock with boat lift.

Heated spa pool. MLS#57468.

Reduced price. $1,399,000.

Amelia Park Townhome

505 CALHOUN ST

Well maintained 3 bedroom townhome in popular Amelia Park.

The courtyard will become one of your favorite places to relax and enjoy meals or reading. Open kitchen offers granite counters, 42 upper cabinets with molding, stainless double sinks and a pantry. Hardwood floors and crown molding throughout the main living areas. You’ll enjoy this location near the Town Square where many community events are held. #62734 $289,000.

Walk to the Beach Beautifully remodeled 2 BR/2 BA and move-in ready! Elevated views from second floor location.

Designer style ktichen plus pantry.

Double sliders open from both the living room and the master suite on to the porch. Both bedrooms have remodeled baths. Built-in china cabinet with lights provides extra storage. Amelia Landings provides, tennis courts, Petanque court, a picnic area, pool, playground. #62540 $147,500

Newly constructed 3 BR, 2 BA coastal cottage in historic area of Amelia Island. Short walk to the Centre St. shops and fine dining.

Attention to details include granite counter tops, fireplace, vaulted ceiling with skylight, butlers pantry, open floorplan, hardiboard siding and screened back porch.

MLS#63054. $359,000

B-146 AMELIA SURF & RACQUET Oceanfront 2BR, 2BA, 4th floor condo has remodeled kitchen and master bath. Features custom window treatments and remotecontrolled storm shutters. Southern exposure overlooking the pool.

Clay tennis courts. MLS#60034.

Reduced price. $369,000

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• Overlook Amelia River & marsh • walnut wood, stone, marble floor • state-of-the-art kitchen • swimming pool & spa $2,200,000 www.lailyschlegel.remaxagent.com/63153

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9240 HECKSCHER DRIVE • 5 BR, 4 BA on St. Johns River • over 1 acre • metal roof with 4 car garage • newly remodeled • 2 boat lifts an a dock • bring your boat $995,000 www.lailyschlegel.remaxagent.com/62964

410 BEACHSIDE PLACE • 3 BR, 3 BA oceanfront villa • Anderson doors and windows • double door entry • garage and storage • hurricane shutters throughout • located on 4th floor $1,150,000 www.lailyschlegel.remaxagent.com/62956

1C THE VILLAS AT SUMMER BEACH • 3 BR, 3 BA near beach • located across from pool • 2 car garage • screened Florida Room • fully furnished MLS#62551 $399,000 www.lailyschlegel.remaxagent.com/62551 PENDING

739 OCEAN CLUB VILLAS

• 4 BR, 4 BA with ocean views • golf course views • 6th floor with 2 terraces • open chef’s kitchen w/ island • vented gas grill on balcony • 2 car garage and storage $1,700,000 www.lailyschlegel.remaxagent.com/61805

6383 FERNANDINA SHORES Lovely 2 bedroom 1 bath first floor unit two blocks from beach. Pool, tennis courts, and clubhouse. Boat parking is available and pets are welcome.

Close to dining, fun, and Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach.

MLS#50154 $149,900

4716 YACHTSMAN DR Immaculate home in Summer Beach. Great room opens to heated and cooled lanai.

Breakfast room nestled by a bay window and open to lanai.

Kitchen has Corion countertops and tile floors. New water softener and gas fireplace.

MLS#60998 $400,000

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86325 MEADOWFIELD BL This home has it all. Three BR, 2.5 BA home on private wooded lot with dock on deep water.

Hardwood floors, large brick fireplace, Florida room and screened porch. Two car garage.

MLS#62297 $475,000

861083 WORTHINGTON DRIVE Beautiful Live Oaks envelope this home. Screened porch, extra-large fenced backyard, storage shed, and gazebo.

Sprinkler system, gas line for BBQ grill and fireplace, tile and wood laminate floors. Open, split bedroom plan. MLS#61516 $180,000

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2739 Ocean Oaks North Beautiful Home overlooking Egan’s Creek Greenway in popular Ocean Oaks.

Relax on the oversized screen porch or in the beautifully landscaped backyard.

This homes features lots of upgrades throughout including bamboo wood floors, crown molding, surround sound, built-ins and more. This homes boasts two Master Bedrooms, one with a fireplace. Open floor plan perfect for entertaining. Bonus over garage. Just a short stroll to the beach.

904-261-3900 904-206-2195 - Cell mariann@uniqueameliaisland.com

78 Ocean Place Beautiful sunrises from this 2nd floor two bedroom unit in popular Ocean Place @ Summer Beach. Next door to Amelia Island Ritz Carlton.Oceanfront and fully furnished. Ocean Place has always been a favorite for that 2nd home owner and for investors looking for a great vacation rental. Best priced unit in the complex.

3679 S. FLETCHER AVE Unobstructed ocean views from this meticulously maintained three story home. Home features over 440 sq. feet of ocean viewing deck. Features 3 BR/3 BA plus and over sized office. Oversized kitchen compliment the large living room and family room area. Lots of storage and many more extras!

Fernandina Beach Realty 2057 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

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BEST DEAL ON AIP! TOWNHOUSE 3-BR END VILLA PRIVACY AND GOLF VIEW UPSCALE FURNISHINGS $ 315,000 VACATION RENTALS – AIP OCEANFRONT, GOLF, TENNIS AND RESORT VIEWS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

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smooth sailing With a wide array of charters and sailing classes, Windward Sailing offers relaxing excursions on the waters around Amelia.

BY KAREN MILLER PHOTO COURTESY OF WINDWARD SAILING

his may sound strange for a woman who lives by the sea, but I have never been on a sailboat! And since sailing is on my bucket list, I figured there’s no time like the present to get out on the water. I’ve heard that sailing on Amelia Island is outstanding all year long, so I called Tony Jones at Windward Sailing a booked a tour. Windward Sailing offers charters and overnight trips, but it’s also an ASA certified school with locations in Amelia Island and the St. Johns River, Jacksonville.

Jones purchased Windward Sailing in 2005, with the encouragement of his wife, Cindy, who knew it was his lifelong dream to run a sailing business. I met Tony at the harbor one afternoon for a two-hour tour of Amelia and Cumberland Island.

Captain Tony motored us out of the harbor, shut off the engine, hoisted the sails, and we were off!

I’ve been on lots of boat trips and sailing is a completely different experience. It’s so peaceful and serene. The boat glides along the water silently, except for the sound of the wind as it hits the sails.

Because there’s no motor, there’s much less wake, and, when we left the harbor, the water was very still. Tony pointed out that flat water doesn’t mean there aren’t any currents and noted that experienced captains have an advantage when maneuvering a sailboat on the Amelia River.

Tony shares the history of Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach with his guests, while he points out various birds and landmarks along the way. Within only a few minutes, we spotted a pod of dolphins, who love to follow the sailboats. “Dolphins and whales see the keel of the boat, and, because the boat doesn’t have an engine, they are drawn to the boat out of curiosity,” says Tony. Just a few days earlier, Tony spotted a huge Right Whale on one of his trips—an event of a lifetime, even for an experienced boat captain.

Windward Sailing offers charters on the beautiful waterways of Fernandina Beach and Cumberland Island, and on the Atlantic Ocean, or you can sail from Jacksonville. They also offer overnight trips that include dinner, where Tony is not only the boat captain, but chef and dishwasher. When I inquired about an overnight trip, Tony suggested an evening departure with anchorage, dinner, and sleeping spaces for four at a very reasonable price. He also offers trips to St. Marys for lunch or dinner, and even all the way to Jacksonville and back.

As we sailed toward Cumberland Island, we saw the island’s wild horses, including a tiny colt that was born just days before. A submarine boat came through, headed to the base in Kingsland, which meant a sub would be on its way in or out of the river soon.

On our return, Tony told me about his sailing classes, which include keelboat sailing, coastal cruising, coastal navigation, and bareboat cruising. “We have people from all over the world who come to Amelia Island just to learn how to sail,” says Tony.

For Tony, running a sailing business is the dream of a lifetime.

Sailing was my dream, too, and a trip with Windward Sailing made it even more special. For more information on charters or classes, call (904) 327-3265 or visit www.windwardsailing.com.

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