Archive for November, 2010

Howard Gilman Waterfront Park

November 30th, 2010 by Seth

The Howard Gilman Waterfront Park sits on the bank of the St. Marys River and has a great view of the salt marsh. This park is perfect for relaxing in the afternoon. Birdwatchers will enjoy the clear view of the river and marsh as they spot Great Blue Herons, Roseate Spoonbills, White Egrets, Snowy Egrets, & Cormorants, just to name a few.

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Sandhill Cranes Arriving at the Okefenokee Swamp

November 16th, 2010 by Seth

Sandhill Crane

The month of November brings a special visitor to the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge. That visitor is the Sandhill Crane. Sandhill Cranes escape the frigid winters of the Northern US & Canada for the mild winters at Okefenokee Swamp.

The Okefenokee Swamp covers 438,000 acres, and gives visitors many oppurtunities to explore its beauty. A winding boardwalk trail leads to an observation tower that allows visitors to

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