April 16
- You are invited to join us for
our upcoming monthly presentation on
historic freshwater
wetlands, featuring
Brittany Dodge of the Sapelo
Island National Estuarine Research Reserve (SINERR).
Brittany will share insights into the historical extent and
ecological function of freshwater wetlands and their role in
supporting coastal resilience. This presentation will
provide both scientific context and practical relevance for
our region's landscapes and communities.
Upcoming Field trips
June 5,
2026
-
We have a
member only field trip to Ossabaw Island.
This 26,000 acre barrier island is a heritage preserve
property managed by the Georgia Department of Natural resources
and the Ossabaw Island Foundation.
Previously owned by the Torrey family, it is Georgia’s
first heritage Preserve.
Evidence of human presence dates back 4,000 years and it
was occupied by the Guale people when Europeans arrived.
Access is limited, with visits by application only for
natural, scientific, and cultural study, research, and
education.
We will leave from
the Rodney J Hall Boat ramp located on the Diamond Causeway near
the bridge to Skidaway island at
9am sharp on June 5.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes
early.
Please bring your lunch and good
walking shoes.
We will return middle of the
afternoon.
If you are interested in this rare
opportunity to visit one of the natural wonders of the Georgia
coast, please fill out the form at this link with your payment
for the boat and Ossabaw.
https://www.loweraltamahahistoricalsociety.org/Events/Field_Trips/Ossabaw_Island/Sign-Up.php
Access is
limited to only 30 people so make your reservations soon.
