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- 7. Barrier island off the coast of Georgia protected as a national seashore.
- 9. Area where nature is left mostly untouched and development is limited.
- 11. Stories and events from the past that shaped Cumberland Island.
- 12. Effort to protect land animals and plants on Cumberland Island.
- 13. Type of protected area that Cumberland Island is designated as.
- 18. Free roaming horses often seen grazing on fields and dunes.
- 19. Lotion used to protect skin from strong sun while exploring outdoors.
- 20. Wide sandy shoreline on the ocean side popular for walking and shelling.
- 21. Small historic building where a famous wedding took place.
- 23. OATS Tall grass that helps stabilize sand dunes along the beach.
- 24. Beach town in Florida near the ferry departure point for the island.
- 27. Wet grassy area on the landward side of the island home to many birds.
- 28. Small boat powered by a paddle sometimes used to explore waters near the island.
- 31. Activity of watching and identifying birds along the beaches and forests.
- 32. Birds that stop on the island as they travel between seasons.
- 35. One word describing the peaceful sound of waves wind and wildlife on the island.
- 36. Walking for pleasure on the many trails across the island.
- 37. Type of sea turtle that commonly nests on the island.
- 39. Boat that takes visitors across the water to Cumberland Island.
- 40. Required booking to secure a spot on the ferry to Cumberland Island.
- 44. Sandy hills near the beach that help protect the island from storms.
- 45. Marked path leading visitors through forests marshes and along the beach.
- 47. Small outdoor fire allowed only in approved camping areas.
- 48. Shallow area of sand just offshore that may appear at low tide.
- 49. TURTLES Marine animals that nest on the beaches of Cumberland Island.
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- 1. Gray hanging plant that drapes from live oak branches on the island.
- 2. Area where visitors can pitch tents and stay overnight on the island.
- 3. Small biting insect that visitors may encounter especially in warm months.
- 4. OAK Large tree species with spreading branches often covered in Spanish moss.
- 5. Fan shaped plant common along the island trails and understory.
- 6. Georgia town where visitors board the ferry to the island.
- 8. Large reptile that can be found in freshwater areas on the island.
- 10. US state where Cumberland Island is located.
- 14. Remains of old buildings that visitors can explore on the island.
- 15. Abbreviation for the National Park Service which manages the island.
- 16. Regular rise and fall of ocean water that affects beach width and marshes.
- 17. Clean water that visitors must bring or find at limited locations.
- 20. Remote camping area on the island reached by hiking in from the dock.
- 22. Wealthy family that once owned large parts of the island.
- 25. Small armored mammal that visitors sometimes see along trails.
- 26. Visit to the island that starts and ends on the same calendar day.
- 29. Riding a bicycle on designated roads and trails on the island.
- 30. Raised wooden path that helps protect dunes and wetlands from foot traffic.
- 33. Uniformed person who helps protect the island and guide visitors.
- 34. Hard remains of sea creatures that wash up along the beach.
- 38. Outdoor ethic asking visitors to pack out trash and respect nature.
- 41. Ocean that borders Cumberland Island on the eastern side.
- 42. Night sky above the island often very dark and filled with visible stars.
- 43. Marsh or shoreline habitat with water that tastes salty from the sea.
- 46. Large historic house once used by wealthy families visiting the island.