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Summer
2011
First we built a
Sand
Castle .
Then we found our
HOME.
Discover what it’s like to own a piece of the island.
Contact us today to learn about home and villa ownership opportunities in Amelia
Island Plantation, the premier oceanfront resort community located on the picturesque
shores of North Florida, just minutes from Jacksonville.
Call 800-305-6157 or visit aipfl.com/realestate to learn more.
3.5 miles of beach • 7 miles of nature trails • Resort pools • Golf • Tennis • Fitness center • Spa • Clubhouse
Homes | Homesites | Villas
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Summer Vacation
Summertime on Amelia Island is
the perfect time to enjoy the great outdoors! Whether you prefer swimming,
fishing, sailing, golf, tennis, hiking,
kayaking, beachcombing, antiquing or
fine dining, Amelia has it all!
Please consult the map on page 24 to
help find your way around the island.
Amelia Now is a quarterly magazine published by Charles Litrico, P. O. Box 1495, Fernandina
Beach, FL 32035. Phone (904) 583-3216. ©Charles Litrico 2011. Cover photo by Charles Litrico. Photos
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Amelia Island
At A Glance
Name: Bestowed by Oglethorpe in honor of
Princess Amelia, the daughter of George II.
Location: The northeasternmost corner of
Florida, just across the St. Marys River from
Georgia. 32 miles northeast of Jacksonville.
Elevation: Avg. 20-25 feet above mean
sea level
Size: 13.5 miles long. Width varies from a
quarter mile to two miles. 11,600 acres. 18.2
square miles (7 square miles in the city limits
of Fernandina Beach.)
Only U.S. location to have been
under 8 flags: French, Spanish, British,
Patriots, Green Cross of Florida, Mexican,
Confederate and U.S.
Population:
Fernandina Beach: 11,264
Nassau County: 69,835
Annual avg. temperature: 69.9° F
50-block area of downtown Fernandina
Beach listed in the National Register
of Historic Places
Main tourist attractions: beach, golf,
fishing, sailing, Fort Clinch, American Beach,
Centre Street Historic District, Amelia Island
Museum of History
Principal industries: tourism, Omni
Amelia Island Plantation, The Ritz-Carlton,
Amelia Island, Rayonier, Inc., Smurfit Stone
Container Corp., commercial and sport
fishing, Port of Fernandina.
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HISTORIC DOWNTOWN
AMELIA ISLAND
A GREAT PLACE TO CALL HOME!
For Oceanfront, Marshfront
& Resort Properties
Contact Laily Schlegel
Banks - Centre St., S. 8th, S. 14th, Sadler Rd.
Chamber of Commerce - 961687 Gateway
Blvd., Suite 101-G
Churches - Amelia Plantation Interdenominational Chapel, 1450 Bowman Rd., 277-4414
Amelia Baptist - 961167 Buccaneer Trail, 261-9527
First Assembly of God - 302 S. 14th, 261-6448
First Baptist - 1600 South 8th Street, 261-3617
First Missionary Baptist - 22 S. 9th, 261-4907
Five Points Baptist - 736 Bonnie View, 261-4615
North 14th St. Baptist - 519 N. 14th, 261-0422
New Zion Miss. Bapt. - 10 S. 10th, 261-0010
Catholic - 4th & Broome, 261-3472
Church of Christ - 1005 S. 14th St., 261-9760
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 2800 S. 14th Street, 261-7370
Episcopal - 8th & Atlantic, 261-4293
Grace Community Church - 85439 Miner Road, 491-0363
Holy Trinity Anglican - 1830 Lake Park Drive, 430-0274
Lutheran - 2600 Atlantic Avenue - 261-6306
Trinity United Methodist - 8th & Ash, 277-6859
Methodist - 601 Centre Street, 261-5769
Presbyterian - 9 N. 6th Street, 261-3837
Hospital - 1250 S. 18th Street
Library - 25 N. 4th Street, Tues., Wed., Fri.
& Sat. 10-6; Mon. & Thurs. 10-8; closed Sunday.
Museum - Corner of South 3rd and Cedar;
guided tours 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Police Department - 1525 Lime Street
Post Office - Centre at 4th, Sadler at Citrona
Public Restrooms - Centre Street next to the
Visitor Center, Library, Central Park, Main Beach,
Peter’s Point
Shopping Centers - Downtown, S 8th.,
S. 14th., Sadler Road, Palmetto Walk, The Shops at
Amelia Island Plantation, The Shops at Amelia Market,
Park Place, Gateway to Amelia
Visitor Center - 102 Centre Street
Laily specializes in resort and oceanfront
properties. She attributes her success to:
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904-415-8256
[email protected]
Classic Carpets
& Interiors, Inc.
BUDDY KELLUM
President
802 S. 8th Street
Fernandina Beach
(904) 261-0242
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400 Years Under 8 Flags
Amelia Island is Florida’s Golden Isle which
the French visited, the Spanish developed,
the English named and the Americans tamed.
It is the only U.S. location to have been under
eight different flags.
French 1562-1565: The island’s first
recorded European visitor was France’s Jean
Ribault on May 3, 1562. He named the
island "Isle de Mai." Two years later, Rene de
Laudonniere founded Fort Caroline nearby.
Spanish 1565-1763: The Spanish, under
Pedro Menendez, defeated the French and
founded St. Augustine in 1565. During their
long dominion, the Spanish concentrated on
educating and converting the natives, and
the island name of "Santa Maria" was derived
from a mission here. The mission and settlement were destroyed in 1702 by the English.
Oglethorpe renamed the island "Amelia" after
the daughter of George II.
English 1763-1783: The island became
known as "Egmont" from the Earl of Egmont’s
large indigo plantation. Revolutionary forces
invaded in 1777 and 1778.
Spanish 1783-1821 (with 3 interruptions):
After the Revolution, Britain ceded Florida
back to Spain. Jefferson’s Embargo Act of
1807, which closed U.S. ports to foreign shipping, made the border town of Fernandina a
center of smuggling and piracy.
Patriots - With secret U.S. blessings, the
so-called "Patriots of Amelia Island" overthrew the Spanish and hoisted their own flag
on March 17, 1812. They replaced it with the
U.S. flag the next day, but Spain demanded
return of the island. The Spanish completed
Fort San Carlos in 1816.
Green Cross of Florida - To liberate
Florida from Spanish control, Sir Gregor
MacGregor seized Fort San Carlos in June,
1817, and hoisted his Green Cross standard.
After his withdrawal, the Spanish attempted
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to regain control but were repelled by forces
led by Jared Irwin and Ruggles Hubbard.
Mexican Rebel Flag - Irwin and Hubbard
were joined by the pirate Luis Aury, who
gained control and raised the Mexican rebel
flag. U.S. troops occupied the island in
December, 1817, and held it "in trust for
Spain."
United States 1821 - present (with one
interruption): Spain ceded Florida to the
United States in 1821. Work began on Fort
Clinch in 1847. In the 1850s, Fernandina
moved from Old Town to become the terminus for Florida’s first cross-state railroad.
Organized by Senator David Yulee, the railroad ran from Fernandina to Cedar Key.
Confederate - The Confederates took
over Fort Clinch in April, 1861, but federal
troops regained it in March, 1862, and occupied it for the duration of the Civil War.
The
Golden
Years
1875-1900:
Fernandina's Historic District retains the
evidence of the town's greatest period of
prosperity. Tourists flocked here via steamers direct from New York to stay in two elegant hotels. Shipping boomed with lumber,
phosphate and naval stores. The SpanishAmerican War fostered gunrunning from the
local port, and troops again occupied Fort
Clinch. After the turn of the century, tourism
surged southward.
1900-present: Early in the 20th century, the modern shrimping industry was
founded here, pioneered by Mike Salvador,
Salvatore Versaggi and Antonio Poli. Shrimp,
oyster and crab canneries prospered until
the Depression. The 30s brought two pulp
mills, Container Corporation of America (now
Smurfit Stone) and Rayonier. In recent times,
sparked by Omni Amelia Island Plantation
and the Ritz-Carlton, the island has gained
national attention as a resort.
Music in the Air on Amelia Island
The 10th annual Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival began in May and will
continue through June 19 at a wide range
of venues throughout Amelia Island.
The festival strives to meet a wide
range of musical tastes, including traditional chamber music string quartets and
composers such as Haydn and Mozart;
chamber music ensembles, including
voice, guitar and wind instruments and
composers such as Schoenberg and Stravinsky; and more modern and non-traditional chamber music that explores ethnic
and folk traditions as well as twentieth
century composers and arrangers.
The Amelia Island Chamber Music
Festival is nationally recognized by music
lovers from all over the country. It gives
audiences of all ages a chance to experience beautiful music in a variety of settings such as the Amelia Plantation Chapel, the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church,
the Palace Saloon, historic Fort Clinch,
and the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island.
Some of the world-class musicians set
to perform in June during the 2011 festival are Julie and David Coucheron, eighth
blackbird, Luciana Souza, R. Carlos Nakai, Rachel Barton Pine, Valentina Lisitsa
and Sharon Isbin.
For a complete schedule of performances and information on ticket prices
and availability, go to www.aicmf.com or
call (904) 261-1779.
The Grammy-winning contemporary music
ensemble eighth blackbird (above) and female
jazz singer of the year Luciana Souza (below) are
among the performers at this year's festival.
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It's summer - go play outside!
For most of Amelia Island's residents
If you like to spend your outdoor time
and visitors, summer wouldn't be com- on the links, Amelia Island offers several
plete without a trip to the beach and a championship golf courses that are both
swim in the cool waters of the Atlantic beautiful and challenging. Fernandina
Ocean.
However,
Beach Golf Club,
there are also many
Amelia River Golf
more outdoor acClub and North
tivities to experience
Hampton are open
during
Amelia's
to the public; Omni
summer months.
Amelia Island PlanThe Fernandina
tation and The Golf
Beach
Recreation
Club of Amelia IsDepartment offers
land are open to
open swim for $3
members and resort
per day at both the
guests. For informaAtlantic Avenue and Oak Marsh at Omni Amelia Island Plantation tion on individual
MLK pools. They played host to a Hooters Tour event in 2009.
courses, greens fees
also offer private
and more, please see
swimming lessons, water aerobics, scuba the golf chart on page 42.
camps, and lifeguard training. For the
Putt-Putt Golf at Main Beach features
most current schedule and fee informa- two oceanfront courses, weekly tourtion call (904) 277-7350.
naments and 36 flavors of soft serve ice
cream and milkshakes. 261-4443.
Island Falls Adventure Golf at 1550
Sadler Road is a miniature golf course that
offers 18 inventive holes surrounded by
FINE FOOTWEAR & ACCESSORIES
waterfalls, bridges and tunnels. 261-7881.
If you prefer some history with your
outdoor activities, a visit to Fort Clinch
State Park is a must! The pre-Civil War
fort, complete with cannons overlooking
the Cumberland Sound, is a truly unique
experience. Daily tours by period reenactors depicting garrison life bring the fort to
life for visitors. There is also a beach area
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Relaxing on Amelia's beautiful beaches is a favorite summertime activity for both residents and visitors.
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2 oceanfront courses, weekly tournaments
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6 North Fletcher Avenue
at Main Beach
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Private Guided Nature Tours
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for swimming, sunbathing and beachcombing. Fishing is fantastic from both
the beach and the half-mile long pier. The
park also offers self-guided nature trails,
a combined hiking and bike trail and a
full-facility campground. (904) 277-7274.
www.floridastateparks.org/fortclinch.
Hikers and nature lovers can also enjoy the Egan's Creek Greenway. Spanning over 300 acres that run north to south
along Egan's Creek, the Greenway was
opened for public use in the summer of
2000 as an undeveloped park for passive
recreational use. Its grass-covered roads
are suitable for walking and bicycling and
its environment exhibits a variety of natural wildlife and vegetation. The Greenway
may be accessed from behind the Atlantic
Recreation Center at 2500 Atlantic Avenue;
along Jasmine Street; and off Citrona Drive
from the extensions of Beech and Hickory
Streets. Parking is available behind the
Atlantic Recreation Center and along the
right-of-way on Jasmine Street.
If you prefer to hike along sidewalks
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In addition to the pre-Civil War fort that guards the
Cumberland Sound, Fort Clinch State Park offers
swimming, fishing, camping, hiking and more!
instead of nature trails, take a walking
tour of Fernandina's 50-block Historic
District. A detailed walking or driving
tour can be found on pages 27-36.
If your legs need a break from walking tours, try a guided Segway tour of a
beautifully wild state park with Ecomotion Tours. Located just south of Amelia
Island on Fort George Island, Ecomotion
Tours offers cross-terrain Segway models that have big tires for traction that
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make for a fun and easy ride. Tours are
offered Wednesday through Sunday. No
experience necessary. Minimum age 13.
Maximum weight 260 lbs. (904) 251-9477.
www.ecomotiontours.com.
The waters of Amelia Island offer fantastic fishing. Why not charter a boat and
try your luck angling on the open water?
Or maybe you prefer a relaxing sailing
trip instead of fishing? Either way, Amelia
Island has a water-based activity for you.
Please see pages 37-41 for charter fishing
and sailing information.
For a different view of Amelia's waters, Private Island Excursions offers
nature tours, sunset suppers, kayak trips
and overnight trips to Cumberland Island. www.privateislandexcursions.com.
206-3222.
On The Water Adventures promises to
"get closer to the wildlife." They offer private guided nature tours into the creeks
and rivers of Amelia and Cumberland
Island and an opportunity to see wild
horses, dolphin, manatees and more. 206-
Store Hours:
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THE
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RECOGNIZED BY LOCALS AND
LOYAL VISITORS ALIKE AS
THE SYMBOLIC TREASURE
OF AMELIA ISLAND!
A likeness of the Amelia
Island Lighthouse forms a
subtle "A", which grasps
an "I" reminiscent of an old
kedge anchor, and together
echoes a heritage born of
the sea. The 8 wraps of 14k
gold symbolize the eight
national flags that have flown
over Amelia island.
Take a Segway tour and experience a trip through
the region's coastal forests.
views of the beaches of Amelia Island,
Cumberland Island and more! Go to
www.ameliaaerialtours.com or call (904)
708-7158.
The biggest party on the beach this
summer is Amelia Island Sunsplash, a
free music festival August 6 and 7 featuring live music, food and games! In
addition to several concerts throughout
the weekend, there will also be a surfing contest, kids' sandcastle contest,
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Another way to experience the waters
surrounding Amelia Island is a kayak
tour. Kayak Amelia offers guided kayak/
nature tours through many of the area's
salt marshes. Tours are planned to go with
the current so you can work on those paddling skills and really take in the scenery.
Along the way the naturalists describe
the salt marsh ecosystem, critters and local history. A three-hour tour has about
two hours of kayaking. Reservations required. Call (904) 251-0016 or visit www.
kayakamelia.com.
If you prefer a do-it-yourself kayak
trip, Fresh Spirit Adventures offers kayak rentals that include paddle, vest and a
3-hour kayak rental. Tours with a guide
are also available. (904) 404-6758 or go to
www.freshspiritadventures.com.
If you want to see the beauty of Amelia
Island from a different perspective, Amelia Aerial Tours offers airplane tours for
up to 3 passengers for only $100. Bring
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KAYAK RENTALS / TOURS
Special Rate: $99 per family!
904-404-6758
In addition to live music, Amelia Island Sunsplash
features plenty of fun activities for kids.
fashion show, beach cleanup, kids' zone,
watermelon eating contest and stand-up
paddleboard demo. This year's event will
also be dedicated to raising funds for the
Wounded Warrior Project. (904) 277-3717.
www.sunsplashmusicfestival.com.
There are many fun summer events
at The Spa & Shops at Omni Amelia Island Plantation. From wine and gourmet
tastings to fashion previews and movies
under the stars, you won't want to miss
these exciting monthly events. Bring the
whole family and make Omni Amelia Island Plantation part of your memories.
Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. is Game
Night on the back porch at Marché Burette. Thursdays from 5 to 8 features a
Shrimp Roast & BBQ. Friday from 5 to
8 is the always-popular Boardwalk Bash
featuring food and drink specials, live
music and great company. This is the
place to be for Happy Hour on Fridays!
For a complete listing of events and times
go to www.aipfl.com.
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Amelia’s
Signature Shop
Harrison’s
Mercantile
Logo shirts, hats,
towels, key chains,
frames, post cards,
and more!
The latest fashion
trends, casual wear
and accessories for
both men and women.
904-432-2220
904-432-2219
904-432-2218
Marché Burette
Resort To Home
Nature Center
Gourmet food
market and deli.
Indoor and outdoor
seating for breakfast,
lunch and dinner.
Unique home
furnishings including
rugs, lamps, decorative
garden items, ceramics
and accessories.
Tours by foot, kayak,
bike or Segway™.
Exhibit area and
retail shop for your
exploring needs.
904-432-2212
904-432-2216
904-321-5082
Gallery of local
artistans, workshops,
demonstrations
and lectures.
904-432-1750
Plantation
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women’s apparel and
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Upscale children’s
clothing and toys.
All your photography
needs for portrait
sessions, weddings,
parties and group
functions.
904-321-2211
904-277-0909
904-261-0777
904-432-8589
Weekly Summer Family Fun in The Shops
Game Night Wednesday
5:00-7:00 p.m.
Enjoy outside games and dinner for the whole family. Then take part in Trivia Night at
the Falcon’s Nest at 8:00 p.m.
Shrimp Boil & BBQ Thursday
5:00-8:00 p.m.
Join us at Marché Burette for hermit crab races, croquet and a duck pond. Special
menu of Shrimp Boil with large Mayport shrimp, smoked sausage, new potatoes, corn
and spring onions cooked in front of you in a steamer bag with cajun spices.
$15 adults; $8 children 12 and under.
Boardwalk Bash Friday
5:00-8:00 p.m.
The back porch of Marché Burette will be the best place to be on Friday with $2 drafts,
drink and food specials, live music and children’s crafts and games.
Day In The Park Saturday
4:00-6:00 p.m.
Bring the whole family to The Shops for a day of fun with inflatables,
family activities, cooking demonstration at 4:00 p.m. and dinner by the lake.
6800 First Coast Highway, Amelia Island, FL 32034
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Sounds on Centre
Once again Centre Street in downtown
Fernandina Beach will come alive with
music and dance as "Sounds on Centre"
celebrates its fourth season. These events
are held on the first Friday of each month.
A final event will be held September 30.
The concerts, sponsored by the Historic
Fernandina
Business
Association, are free to
the public and will be
held on Centre Street
between Front and 2nd
Street from 6:00 pm to
8:00 pm.
Some of the scheduled events will highlight special themes. A new "Fernandinaville Parrot Head Mania" will take
place on July 1. And, as a kick off to the
Amelia Island Jazz Festival, the "New Orleans Dixieland Street Celebration with
Les DeMerle" will be held on September
30. Each of the themed events will feature
a high profile musical headliner and will
have special decorations and exciting raffle prizes donated by local merchants and
businesses.
In 2010, "Sounds on Centre" had a total
attendance of 12,000, including another
record crowd of 2,600 at
the finale that featured
a combined event with
the Amelia Island Jazz
Festival. Along with the
community residents,
the event drew many island visitors.
"Sounds on Centre"
is a highly anticipated
event in the city. The
crowd includes families, young adults,
and seniors. "Sounds on Centre" has
grown to play a vital role in enriching
our community spirit through music and
song while also promoting the city and
local businesses.
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Amelia Arts Academy
Summer Arts Camp
Amelia Island's premier summer arts
camp is back!
The Amelia Arts Academy will offer
week-long arts camps from June through
August. Each week features visual arts
and music education in a fun, high-energy environment. Classes are taught by
professional artists and musicians, with
special guests and outdoor recreation!
Weekly camp themes include "Water,
Water Everywhere", "How to be a Pirate",
The Legend of the Volcano", "Around the
World in Five Days" and more.
The camp is for ages 4 to 11. Children
will be separated by age group with ageappropriate curriculum for each class.
Camps are $150 per week, or $600 for
any 5 weeks. For more information visit
www.ameliaartsacademy.org or call (904)
277-1225.
Summer art camps at Amelia Arts Academy give
kids a chance to be both the artist (above) and the
canvas (below).
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Amelia's Beautiful Beaches
Amelia Island has over 13 miles of
beautiful beaches to be enjoyed by residents and visitors alike.
Spend a day at the beach swimming,
surfing, sailing or just relaxing. Beachcombers should be able to find many treasures, including shark teeth, sand dollars,
starfish, sea glass and a variety of shells.
In addition to the state parks at both
ends of Amelia Island, there are four primary beach access points:
Main Beach, at Atlantic and Fletcher
avenues, offers the most amenities. Rest
rooms and outdoor showers are available, along with picnic tables, a playground, Putt-Putt golf, volleyball nets,
basketball courts, a skate park and a
boardwalk. Lifeguards are on duty during the summer.
Seaside Park is located at the roundabout on South Fletcher Avenue and
Sadler Road. There are rest rooms and outdoor showers here along a boardwalk with
several covered areas. Limited parking.
Peters Point, at South Fletcher Avenue
just east of the intersection at Amelia Island Parkway, has a large paved parking
lot, covered pavilions, rest rooms and
indoor and outdoor showers. Lifeguards
are on duty during the summer.
Burney Park, at American Beach just
north of Amelia Island Plantation, also
has a large paved parking lot, rest rooms,
picnic tables and showers. Lifeguards are
on duty in the summer.
American Beach is one of the most historic beaches on the Atlantic coast. Originally established in 1935 by A. L. Lewis
ENJOY ALL THAT AMELIA
HAS TO OFFER !
Pineapple Patch
Fresh Produce • CMC • Click • Santiki
Tommy Bahama • Pure Handknit • Cut Loose
LARGE SELECTION OF VERA BRADLEY
201 Centre Street
904-321-2441
16 Amelia Now Summer 2011
Enjoy all the amenities, all the activities
and all the excitement available to you
on beautiful Amelia Island.
AMELIA RENTAL
& MANAGEMENT SERVICES
(904) 261-9129 • (800) 874-8679
5299 South Fletcher Avenue
www.AmeliaRentals.com
The Main Beach area of Amelia Island features lots of amenities, including Putt-Putt golf (left), showers,
picnic tables and a playground (right).
and the Afro-American Life Insurance
Company, American Beach was a popular destination during the 1930's, 40's
and 50's for many blacks throughout the
southeast who were prohibited from visiting "whites-only" beaches. It was named
to the Black Heritage Trail in 1991 and is
now designated as a historic site.
If you are lucky enough to enjoy Amelia's beaches, here are a few things to remember:
Off
Off Season
Season
Special
Special
No
No Sitting
Sitting
Fee
Fee
(Save
(Save $125)
$125)
• Don't walk on dunes or pick sea oats
• No alcoholic beverages or glass
bottles
• No open fires or grills
• Pets are allowed but must be on a
leash. Owners are responsible for immediate cleanup.
• Vehicles are only permitted in a few
limited-access areas. Permits are available
at the Nassau County Courthouse or at
Hall's Beach Store on Sadler Road.
Off
Off Season
Season
Special
Special
No
No Sitting
Sitting
Fee
Fee
(Save
(Save $125)
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Feature Restaurants,
Cafes & Snack Spots
EXTRAORDINARY FARM-TO-TABLE CUISINE
Voted “Best of Jax” by Folio Weekly
29 South Third Street
Historic Downtown
277-7919
CONTINENTAL CUISINE
CASUAL ELEGANCE
AN AMELIA ISLAND
TRADITION SINCE 1995
LUNCH
Tuesday - Friday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
DINNER
Wednesday - Saturday 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
4828 First Coast Highway (904) 321-2430
Prices and hours are subject to change.
29 SOUTH EATS - 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 a modern, whimsical twist,
where award-winning chef and owner Scotty
Schwartz paints a playground for the palette.
Voted "Best of Jax" by Folio Weekly. 29 S. 3rd
St. 277-7919. www.29southrestaurant.com.
BEECH STREET GRILL - A progressive
menu and extensive, award-winning wine list
make this your first choice in fine dining.
Daily blackboard features showcase the area’s
freshest seafood. Serving dinner nightly, lunch
Wed.-Fri., and Sunday Brunch. V/MC/AE. www.
beechstreetgrill.com. 801 Beech St. 277-3662.
BRETT’S WATERWAY CAFE - Brett’s is
the official welcome center to Florida's east
coast, and center stage for Fernandina's
vibrant and enchanted downtown waterfront
district. Served with traditional southern hospitality, Brett's menu is an eclectic mix combining local seafoods as well as Angus beef
and organic chicken, pork and veal. For lunch
or dinner, casual resort wear is perfect for
cocktails on the sunset veranda or in our dining room or lounge. V/MC/AE. 1 South Front
St. www.brettswaterwaycafe.com. 261-2660.
LE CLOS - Located in Fernandina's Historic
District, Le Clos serves delicious Provençale
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 p.m.
Reservations recommended. 20 South 2nd
Street. www.leclos.com. 261-8100.
Hours:
Mon. - Tues. 9 - 6
Wed. - Sat. 9 - 9
Sun. 9 - 5
Coffee Shop • Deli • Bakery Serving Breakfast Everyday
Tapas • Catering • Wine Bar • Restaurant
www.gourmetgourmetfood.com
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COLD STONE CREAMERY - If it has anything to do with ice cream, it has everything to
do with Cold Stone Creamery. From unique ice
cream creations to healthy smoothies, cakes
and shakes - nobody serves up the ultimate
indulgence like Cold Stone. We also cater! 808
Sadler Rd. 491-8227.
THE CRAB TRAP - Nautical decor and
friendly service make for a casual, relaxing
atmosphere. Dinner daily offers fresh local
seafood - fried, grilled, broiled or blackened
- as well as steaks, lobster, chicken and oysters year ‘round. Entrees from $9.95. Call for
seasonal hours. Beer, wine, cocktails. Family
owned and operated since 1979. Major credit
cards. 31 N. 2nd Street. 261-4749.
DeNUCCI'S SOFT SERVE - This parlorstyle restaurant features Nathan's hot dogs,
Edy's soft serve (custard, ice cream and yogurt)
and Dole Whip fruit soft serve. They also have
sugar free, fat free and dairy-free selections.
Walk-up, drive-thru, or sit in the children's play
area. DeNucci's also makes special occasion
cakes and pies. 2210 Sadler Road. 310-6837.
ESPRESSOS CAFÉ - The food at Espressos
Café is simple and light, refined over many
years by discriminating palates and freshly
prepared in the best Tuscan tradition. Their
Italian Continental Cuisine
and Seafood Restaurant
Chef-owner Mario Pompeo,
a native of Naples, Italy
prepares continental cuisine
and authentic Italian dishes
with flair. His pastas, sauces,
unique crusty bread and
desserts are all homemade.
Family owned and operated
Fresh Seafood • Veal • Chicken
Free house salad included with all entrees
Large selection of
Dinner from 5 p.m.
wine and beer
302 Centre St. 261-7490
LULU’S
@ The Thompson House
. Where Good Eats Happen ,
(904) 432-8394
South 7th Street • Historic Fernandina
Reservations Recommended
www.lulusamelia.com
You Wouldn’t Share Either
PLU #80
South American Food | Eat In | Take Out
Buy One “Love It” size signature creation
get the second “Love It” signature creation ½ Off
Voted “Best Ice Cream”
2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
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808 Sadler Road
904-491-8227
Valid only at the Fernandina Beach location • Expires 11/30/11
One coupon per visit • Not to be combined with other offers
FRESH SOUTH AMERICAN
FOOD WITH AN
EMPHASIS ON PERUVIAN CUISINE.
464073 State Rd. 200 | Suite 2 | , Yulee Fl. 32097 | Tel 904-310-9221/9222
www.picantenassau.com
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Dine on
fresh
seafood
by the
docks
Open daily
11a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Beer & Wine
Winner of 62
"Best of the Best"
News-Leader Awards
101 Centre Street • 261-5310
old world wines showcase stylish craftsmanship honed in the star vineyards of Europe,
and their coffees and teas are chosen from
among the finest estates in the world. The
elegant ambience and amenities at Espressos
Café mirror Europe's finest bistros and cafés.
Seldom seen - you'll enjoy the difference! Open
Mon.-Wed. 8-5, Thurs.-Sat. 8-8. Available for
private events at other times. Quarterly Wine
Experience Events. Beer and wine. Major credit
cards. Gateway to Amelia. www.espressoscafe.com. 491-9800.
GENNARO'S RISTORANTE ITALIANO Southern Italian cuisine with baked and sauteed pasta dishes, gourmet raviolis, and Italian
dinners featuring veal, chicken, and seafood.
Hand tossed pizzas, calzones and strombolis.
House specialties include shrimp feast and
margharita pizza. Bread baked on-site. Beer
and wine available. Private dining room for
large groups. Open Tues.-Fri. 4:30-9:30; Sat.Sun. 11:30-9:30. 5 South 2nd Street in Historic
Downtown Fernandina. 904-261-9400. 5472
First Coast Highway. 904-491-1999. www.
gennarositaliano.com.
GOURMET GOURMET - Gourmet Gourmet
is located between the Ritz-Carlton and Amelia
Island Plantation on the corner of Lewis
Come
Come
seesee
ourour
new
location
on Centre
Street!
new location
in Yulee!
Fernandina
Beach
Yulee
Fernandina Beach
Yulee
5302120
Centre
Street
96098
Square
Sadler
Road
96098 Lofton
Lofton Square
(Food Lion Plaza)
(Winn-Dixie Plaza)
(downtown)
(Winn-Dixie
Plaza)
(904)
277-2011
(904) 491-6955
(904)
277-2011
(904)
491-6955
www.peppersmexican.com
20
Street and A1A. In addition to our fabulous
selection of baked goods, appetizers, salads and entrees to go, we also serve gourmet coffees, cappuccino, and espresso along
with continental breakfast items and lunch
everyday. All-day dining menu. Open Mon.Tues. 9-6; Wed.-Sat. 9-9; Sun. 9-5. AE/MC/V/D.
www.gourmetgourmetfood.com. 261-8973.
GREYFIELD INN - Cruise along the Amelia
River and across the Cumberland Sound
to gourmet fine dining at Greyfield Inn on
Cumberland Island. Exceptional cuisine and
full bar. Open year-round. 5:30 p.m. ferry
departure from Fernandina Harbor Marina. V/
MC/DS. Reservations required. 261-6408.
HORIZONS - This longtime favorite in
Palmetto Walk features a variety of soups, salads and sandwiches for lunch Tues.-Fri. from
10-3. Dinner is served Wed.-Sat. from 6-9. The
menu is full of many favorites that Horizons has
become famous for through the years! 4828
First Coast Hwy. 321-2430.
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.
Elegant Ambience & Amenities
Scrumptious Table Pleasures
Fine Wines, Coffees & Teas
Tuscan Hospitality
Mon - Wed 8 am - 5 pm
Thur - Sat 8 am - 8 pm
www.espressoscafe.com
5 South Second Street
Downtown Fernandina
904.261.9400
960185 Gateway Blvd #105
Gateway To Amelia
904-491-9800
5472 First Coast Hwy
South Amelia Island
904.491.1999
Monday-Friday 4:30-9:30
Saturday-Sunday 11:30-9:30
www.gennarositaliano.com
Le
Clos
"There's a place to go when I'm looking for it all food, drink, entertainment and beach... what a
wonderful choice any time of the year!!"
- Amelia Islander Magazine July 2008
Cafe´- Restaurant Provençal
20 South 2nd Street
Reservations 904-261-8100
www.leclos.com
www.SlidersSeaside.com
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Jacksonville Magazine Top 25. Extensive wine
list. Dinner nightly 6-9:30. Reservations recommended. Major credit cards. 14 S. 2nd St. www.
joesbistro.com. 321-2558.
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 10:30 - 3. We proudly serve only fresh,
Fernandina shrimp. Join us on Thursdays for
"Local Shrimp Night." Beer and wine available. Major credit cards. Reservations recommended. South 7th Street. Historic Downtown
Fernandina. www.lulusamelia.com. 432-8394.
KELLEY'S COURTYARD CAFE - Kelley's
Courtyard Cafe is a family-owned cafe offering
homemade soups, sandwiches, salads and
wraps with a courtyard as inviting as the promise of great food and service! Open Monday
through Saturday from 11-3 and 5-9. www.
kelleyscourtyardcafe.com. 19 South 3rd Street.
432-8213.
MARINA RESTAURANT - Serving great
food for 35 years, the Marina was awarded
5 stars by the Times-Union and 62 "Best of
Serving the Freshest
Fish in Fernandina
Winner of -
Wine Spectator's "Award of Excellence"
Jacksonville Magazine's "Top 25"
Florida Trend's "Golden Spoon" Top 200
Folio Weekly's Award
“Best Restaurant on Amelia Island”
Serving Dinner 7 Nights a Week
Lunch Wed., Thurs. and Fri.
And Sunday Brunch
277-3662
801 Beech Street • Amelia Island
www.beechstreetgrill.com
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the Best" awards by the News-Leader. Lunch
specials (meat and 3 veggies) start at $7.15.
Nighttime features seafood, steak and chicken
from $8.99 to $20.95. Beer & wine available.
Casual. 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. daily. V/MC/D.
101 Centre St. 261-5310.
PEPPER'S MEXICAN GRILL - Pepper's
serves authentic Mexican food and great margaritas in a family-friendly atmosphere. Daily
specials available. Come see our new location
in downtown Fernandina with full bar and patio
dining! Open for lunch and dinner every day.
www.peppersmexican.com. 530 Centre Street
(Fernandina Beach). 277-2011. 96098 Lofton
Square Court (Yulee). 491-6955.
PICANTE - The menu at Picante reflects
the culinary influences of Latin America, providing our guests with a distinctive and unique
Latin dining experience. Mostly influenced by
Peruvian cuisine, our dishes feature new, bold
flavors to challenge and excite your palate! We
also serve an extensive selection of wines and
beers from around the world. Open daily from
11-3 and 5-9. 464073 State Road 200, Suite 2.
310-9221. www.picantenassau.com.
PLAE (People Laughing And Eating) Voted "Amelia Island's Favorite Restaurant
2008" by Folio Weekly. Innovative and unique
for the plaeful at heart. PLAE is a perfect dining
experience each evening from 6 p.m. Call for
live entertainment schedule. V/MC/AE. Located
in the Shops at Amelia Island Plantation. www.
plaefl.net. 277-2132.
POMPEO’S - Chef-owner Mario Pompeo,
a native of Naples, Italy, prepares continental
cuisine and authentic Italian dishes with flair.
His pastas, sauces, unique, crusty bread and
desserts are all homemade. Choose from veal,
chicken, steak, fresh seafood or pasta. Free
house salad included with all entrees. Large
selection of wine and beer. All major credit
cards accepted. Best pizza in town. Dinner
from 5 p.m. Available for private parties and
banquets. Casual. Family-owned and operated. 302 Centre St. 261-7490.
SLIDERS SEASIDE GRILL - Sliders offers
fun dining for the whole family. Enjoy a beautiful
oceanfront view inside, or dine outdoors on
our oceanfront patio. We're famous not only
for the best seafood, salads and steaks, but
also for our newly-renovated Tiki Bar, complete
with live music! Check out our oceanside
playground for the kids! Full bar and banquet
facilities available. Take-out available. 1998
South Fletcher Ave. (next to the Seaside Park).
277-6652. Fax: 277-6529.
(904) 261-2660
1 South Front Street,
Amelia Island, FL 32034
www.BrettsWaterwayCafe.com
(904) 432-8213
19 South 3rd Street
CELEBRATING
30 YEARS AS A
FERNANDINA BEACH
LANDMARK
FRESH LOCAL SEAFOOD & STEAK
Beer • Wine • Cocktails
Available for private parties and banquets.
31 N. 2nd Street
Historic Downtown
261-4749
(904) 277-2132
80 AMELIA VILLAGE CIRCLE,
AMELIA ISLAND, FL
WWW.PLAEFL.NET
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Antique Market (27)
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BOOKS
26CThe Book Loft (32)
CANDY / SWEETS
26CFernandina’s Fantastic
Fudge (28)
FASHIONS
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17F Amelia Isl. Trading Co. (11)
26CBijoux Amelia (35)
24CBuy-Gones (7)
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Resale Boutique (4)
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26CSea Jade (4)
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HOME FURNISHINGS
22EAmelia’s Attic (30)
25DClassic Carpets (5)
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Amelia R & R, LLC (44)
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Beach Realty (34)
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PHOTOGRAPHY
26CVacation Portraits (17)
PHOTO PAINTING
Bill Kinney (47)
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20ADave Turner Plumbing (46)
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Beach Realty (34)
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• Professional Friendly Staff • Clean Rooms
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• Sports Bar with Live Entertainment
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$10 extra person charge Sun - Wed • $20 extra person charge Thur - Sat
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29DBoat Rentals (38)
26CBoat Rides On The Water Adventures (9)
1D EcoMotion Segway® Tours (4)
17F Fernandina Beach Golf Club (42)
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Island Charter Boat Assn. (41),
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Amelia Island Charters (39),
Miss Kayla (40), Rappi (39),
`Ye Ole Pirate (39)
12EAmelia Rental
& Management (16)
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Beach Realty (34)
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Italiano & Pizzeria (21)
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Thompson House (19)
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8F Omni Amelia Island
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“One of the 10
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sit on the porch”
USA Today
Oceanfront
Complete Breakfast
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~ Attentively Managed By The Caples Family ~
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Amelia Island’s crown jewel
DON’T MISS IT!
Depot of Florida’s first cross-state railroad
Marina/Duryee Building 1882
A Walking
or Driving
Tour of
Photos by Charles Litrico
Fernandina moved from Old Town to
its present location to become the terminus
of Florida's first cross-state railroad, constructed 1856-61 from Fernandina to Cedar
Key. In 1973, a 30-block area was named an
Historic District in the National Register
of Historic Places because of the amazing preservation of late Victorian architecture. In 1987, the District was expanded to
include 50 blocks.
Start at the docks on Centre Street.
Just east of the docks is the Depot of
Florida's first cross-state railroad. This second depot, opened in 1899, now houses the
Amelia Island Visitor Center.
Across from the Depot is the Duryee
Building, constructed in 1882, now home
of the Marina Restaurant.
On the NW corner of Centre and 2nd is
The Palace, Florida's oldest saloon in the
same location. The 1878 building originally
housed a haberdashery; the saloon opened
in 1903.
On the SW corner of Centre and 2nd is
the Dotterer Building, built as a grocery
about 1878 and now home of Shoe Visions.
On the NE corner of Centre and 2nd is
The Chandlery, built following the 1876
fire with third floor added about 1901. The
ground floor is now home for Pineapple
Patch and French Market Antiques.
At mid-block is the Three Star Saloon,
erected in 1877, now home for Sea Breeze.
Next door is the 1885 Angel Building,
The Palace, Florida’s oldest saloon
The Chandlery 1876
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Angel Building 1885
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which housed a bakery-grocery, now home
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On the SW corner of Centre and 3rd is
the 1884 City Mart, now home of Fantastic
Fudge, Centre Street Treasures and offices.
Turn right on South 3rd.
Florida House at 22 South 3rd is the
state's oldest hotel. One building was erected 1857-59, the other in 1882. It is now a
bed and breakfast inn.
At 29 South 3rd is the Murdaugh House,
built around 1919 by William Newton
Murdaugh, who also built the house just
to the north at 25 S. 3rd in 1923. The
Murdaugh House was completely renovated in 2005 and is now a restaurant called,
appropriately, 29 South.
On the NE corner of Centre and 3rd is
the Kydd Building, constructed in 1873
and now home of Southern Touch. Beside
it is the 1911 Allan Building, a former
department store converted into offices.
At Centre and 4th stands the 1880
Swann/Waas building.
On the NE corner of Centre and 4th is our
1912 Post Office. Next to it is the Lesesne
House, built in 1860 and added to the
National Register of Historic Places in 1973.
Post Office 1912
Lesesne House 1860
The Nassau County Courthouse at
Centre at 5th was built in 1891 and is
regarded by the State as "the finest surviving Victorian courthouse in Florida."
At Centre and 7th is the Horsey House,
built about 1902.
Turn right at S. 7th for four blocks.
The Thompson House is the first of
three houses on the right built for members of the prominent Thompson family
by architect John Hedges. Built circa 1872,
it was the home of state senator William
Naylor Thompson. The Lucy Cottage was
built circa 1877 for Thompson's sister, Miss
Lucy O. Thompson.
The last of the Thompson houses, built
in 1882 for the senator's brother Pratt, was
the first brick house in the city to be used
solely as a residence. Story has it that now
it is the haunt of Fernandina's most famous
ghost and first lady of the house, Miss
Nettie Thompson.
The Tabby House at 27 S. 7th is individually cited in the National Register.
Made of crushed oyster shell and poured
Portland cement, it was designed by the
New York architect, R.S. Schuyler. It was
built in 1885 for C.W. Lewis.
Nassau County Courthouse 1891
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Bailey House 1895
The Bailey House across the street is also
cited in the National Register. It was built in
1895 for Effingham Bailey, steamship agent.
On the SW corner of 7th and Ash stands the
Addison House. Built circa 1876, it is now a
bed and breakfast.
In the second block on the right stand
the four Egmont Houses, constructed of
lumber from the elegant Egmont Hotel,
which was erected on the site in 1877 and
razed in 1901.
At 130 S. 7th is the Lasserre House, built
in 1904 by Captain Bill Bell.
Kelly House at 214 S. 7th was built in
1889 by developer Samuel Swann. Note the
stained glass windows lining the stairwell.
Fairbanks House at 227 S. 7th is also cited
in the National Register. It was built in 1885
by R.S. Schuyler for Major George Fairbanks
and is now a bed and breakfast inn.
Waas House at 327 S. 7th was built
as a small cottage in 1856, expanded and
remodeled to the Queen Anne style 1899-1901
by Dr. W. T. Waas.
Turn left at Date, go one block to S. 8th,
turn left again.
At 303 S. 8th, note the Mahoney-Mills
House built 1888-9 by Captain James Bell.
Lasserre House 1904
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Waas House 1856, remodeled 1899-1901
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Trinity United Methodist Church 1891
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church 1884
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First Baptist Missionary Church 1874
At NE corner of 8th and Beech stands a
triumph of the Gingerbread Age built by
Captain Bill Bell in 1889. It is now home of
the Beech Street Grill. On the SW corner lies
the 1907 Lowe House, also built by Captain
Bill Bell.
At S. 8th and Ash is Trinity United
Methodist Church built in 1891. Across
the parking lot on S. 9th is the First Baptist
Missionary Church built in 1874.
At Atlantic & Centre Streets, turn right.
On the NE corner stands St. Peter's
Episcopal Church, another magnificent
work of R.S. Schuyler. It was built in 1884,
rebuilt in 1893. Worth viewing inside! On
the SE corner is the Hoyt House, built in
1905 and now a bed and breakfast inn.
At 914 Atlantic is the Old School House,
built in 1886 by R.S. Schuyler.
On the SE corner of Atlantic and 10th is
the New Zion Baptist Church, founded in
1870. The building was destroyed by fire in
early 1907 and rebuilt later that year.
Three blocks east on Atlantic Avenue lies
the John Denham Palmer House, known
today as the Oxley-Heard Funeral Home.
This magnificent white double-galleried
Key West-style mansion was built in 1891
and is listed in the National Register of
Historic Places.
Go back on Atlantic Avenue and turn left
at S. 10th for one block.
At the NE corner of 10th and Ash is
the Steamboat House (also known as the
Rutishauser House), built about 1883. On
the SE corner is the Merrick-Simmons
House, built in 1856 and listed on the
National Register. On the NW corner is the
1885 Eppes House.
Turn right on Ash for one block.
At 103 S. 9th is the Williams House, built
prior to the Civil War with the porch gingerbread added in the 1880s by R.S. Schuyler. It
John Denham Palmer House 1891
Williams House 1856
is now a bed and breakfast inn.
Ash Street between 6th and 7th displays
several period houses, notably the JeffreysWolff House on the NE corner of Ash and
6th, built about 1875.
Turn right on S. 6th and cross Centre St.
At 9 N. 6th on left is a railroad house
built about 1857. Mid-block at left is the
First Presbyterian Church, circa 1860, one
of the oldest churches in Florida.
In second block, first house on left is the
Hirth House, built in 1886 by R.S. Schuyler.
Second on right is the Baker House, built
in the 1850s but remodeled about 1910. It
First Presbyterian Church circa 1860
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Hirth House 1886
Baker House 1850s
Humphreys House 1900-02
Chadwick House 1883
was purchased prior to 1859 by Archibald
Baker, and the seventh generation of the
same family resides here.
Baker's grandson, Judge Hinton Baker,
built the corner house about 1905.
Third on the right is the Prescott House
with exquisite architectural detail. It was
built about 1876 by Josiah Prescott.
Queen Anne manse next at left is the
Humphreys House, built 1900-02 by Dr.
D.G. Humphreys.
Beside it is the Chadwick House, built
about 1883 by the owner of a tugboat company and livery stable.
Turn left on Broome for one block.
Wolff House at 502 Broome was built
about 1885. House across the street (414
Broome) was built about 1866 by Major
W.B.C. Duryee.
Turn left at 5th Street.
At mid-block on the right is one of our
earliest prefabs. This is "Modern Home No.
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Villa Las Palmas 1910
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St. Michael’s Catholic Church 1872
known as the home of Noble Hardee, who
with his brothers, Ira and John, founded
Standard Hardware Co. John Hardee's
house is on SE corner of N. 4th Street.
The original part of the house was built
by Stephen Chadwick about 1904 but was
bought by the Hardees in 1912 for $100.
Diagonally across from it is Villa Las
Palmas, built in 1910 by a prosperous lumberman, N.B. Borden. Second owner was
the shrimping pioneer, Harry Sahlman.
Turn right on N. 4th.
At 116 N. 4th is the Phelan-Verot House.
This house, built circa 1865, is best known as
the residence of the Sisters of St. Joseph, the
nuns who lived here while their convent was
being built in the 1870s and early 1880s.
At N. 4th and Broome is St. Michael's
Catholic Church built in 1872. Beside it is
Fernandez Reserve and the 1882 Convent.
Turn left on Calhoun for one block.
The red brick structure at Calhoun and
N. 3rd Streets was originally the Church of
St. Peter Claver built circa 1920.
Turn right on N. 3rd
At 501 N. 3rd is the handsomely restored
Merrow House, built in the 1870s by Josiah
Merrow, a lumber inspector. It is now an
office for the port of Fernandina.
Retrace your route on N. 3rd back to
Alachua and turn right.
At the corner of Alachua and 2nd is the
1882 Huot Building. Across Alachua Street
is the 1877 Seydel Building, home of the
Crab Trap Restaurant.
Turn left towards Centre Street (Only if you
are walking! If you are driving, go around the
block since 2nd Street is one-way going north.)
Mid-block at left is C.H. Huot's 1878
Building adjoining Sanford & Hoyt's 1879
Building with its charming cast-iron facade.
Continue south on 2nd Street and return
to Centre Street, where the tour began.
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Fishing along the St. Mary's jetty rocks
during the slow-moving tide produces a
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drum, sea trout, whiting and deliciouseating sheepshead. Working a 1/2-oz.
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the deep edges of the jetty rocks is key for
many of these excellent-eating species.
Sheepshead are more apt to take a live
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Amelia Island deep sea fishermen have
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and cobia showcase wreck, live bottom
and rock ledge fishing.
Most deep sea boats will anchor
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fishing right on the bottom with live cigar
minnows, pinfish, mullet, or menhaden.
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Dolphin fishing is
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Atlantic sailfish, king mackerel, Spanish ballyhoo or combinations of ballyhoo and
mackerel, dolphin, wahoo, blackfin tuna, plastic lures are key. Blue water fishercobia, barracuda and amberjack will pro- men can also expect to catch blackfin
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One of the more productive offshore blue marlin.
fish havens includes FA fish haven, which
Before leaving your home port, make
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the St. Mary's jetty rocks. FA fish haven your fishing party will be fishing and
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bottoms, paired with lime rock ledges
Backwater fishing for redfish and sea
and sunken wrecks. The "FA Barge" trout is excellent during the warm sumalmost always holds rod-bending game mer months. One of best times of the year
fish. Other popular offshore fish havens to target both redfish and sea trout with
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far is a high in-coming tide that arrives
just after sunrise. Here, clear water conditions allow both redfish and sea trout to
easily locate your surface plug. The high
falling tide also offers excellent topwater
opportunities as baitfish begin to fall out
of flooded spartina marshes onto nearby
shallow mud flats.
Another key factor when targeting
topwater trout and reds is the availability
of baitfish. Look for schooling menhaden, mullet and glass minnows and you
will be sure to find trout and redfish
nearby. I can safely say that if you see a
lack of baitfish, you would be much better off cranking up your big motor and
exploring new waters.
Once you have located both numerous schools of baitfish and clean water,
look for ambush points where baitfish
are migrating past a marsh point, the
mouth of a feeder creek, through a deep
slough, or past the deep side of an oyster
bar. Cast your surface lure up-tide of the
ambush point, working it slowly past the
ambush point and hang on!
Sea trout will frequently come up from
under your surface lure during the strike,
while redfish will often poke their head
out of the water and come crashing down
on your surface plug. In both cases,
patience in setting the hooks of your
surface plug is critical. Many skilled topwater fishermen will actually wait until
they feel the pressure of the hooked fish
on their rod tip before setting the hooks.
Setting the hooks too soon will frequently
result in pulling the plug away from the
foraging red or trout.
Some of the more productive surface
plugs include the Storm "Chug Bug",
Heddon "Zara Spook", Bomber "BadonkA-Donk", Rapala "Skitter Walk" and the
traditional Smithwick "Devil's Horse".
The best color patterns include, gold,
white and chartreuse.
Finally, work your surface plugs slow
and with a lot of noise!
Summer surf fishing along Amelia
Island beaches include pompano, whiting, puppy drum, sea trout, redfish,
flounder, bluefish and more. Fishing on
the bottom with fresh shrimp is key. The
best tide includes the last of the incoming
and all of the falling tide.
Non-Florida residents 16 and older will
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6775
DESIGNER
Ed Mattson/
Tommy Birdsong
Pete Dye
Bobby Weed
Tom Fazio
Damian Brink
General Manager
Buddy Tate
Superintendent
Hartwell Baker,
Director of Golf;
Broc Nell,
Head Pro
Open to Public
Members &
Resort Guests
Dean Grunewald,
Director of Golf;
Barry Richardson,
Head Pro
Please call for rates and
tee times or visit us at:
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Rates Available
Members &
Resort Guests
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other offer. Offer subject to change
without notice. Expires 9/30/11.
Amelia River
Golf Club
904/491-8500
The Golf Club
of Amelia Island
904/277-8015
The Golf Club
at North Hampton
904/548-0000
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Tom Jackson
Mark McCumber
& Gene Littler
Arnold Palmer
Ed Tucker,
General Manager/
Director of Golf
John Price,
Director of Golf;
Keith Gibson,
Head Pro
Derek Distefano
Semi-private
Open to the public
Members &
Resort Guests
Semi-private
Open to the public
$50 - 18 holes • $35 - 9 holes
Please call
for rates and
tee times
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for rates and
tee times
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$35 - 18 holes • $30 - 9 holes
*After 1:00 PM
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SUMMER TIDES
High and low water predictions at the Amelia River entrance
New Moon
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RECYCLING AT ITS FINEST
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7:48 PM
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8:06 AM
8:33 PM
JULY
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1:39 PM
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2:26 PM
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8:53 AM
9:18 PM
2 Sat.
9:40 AM
10:04 PM
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10:28 AM
10:49 PM
4 Mon.
11:17 AM
11:36 PM
5 Tues.
12:07 PM
6 Wed.
12:24 AM
12:59 PM
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1:14 AM
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8 Fri.
2:07 AM
2:53 PM
9 Sat.
3:05 AM
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4:06 AM
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5:10 AM
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MISSY
CHEAP CHIC
Mon.-Fri. 10-5:30
Sat. 10-5
ResaleRocks
Fifis.Amelia
1853 S. 8th Street
SAVVY SHOPPING !
JUNE
First Quarter
(904) 277-4430
ACCESSORIES
PETITE
Professional Group
Nobody in the world
sells more real estate
than RE/MAX!
Fernandina Beach
303 Centre Street
904-321-1999
800-979-1998
HOME MANAGEMENT & CONCIERGE SERVICES
Our Goal: Relax when you are here and relax
when you are away. We provide total peace of
mind for you, your family and your home!
HOME MANAGEMENT
Phone: 904.206.0588
Fax: 904.491.0098
www.AmeliaRR.com
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Weekly home inspection • Cleaning inside and out
Lawn & ornamental services
Repairs and painting •And more!
CONCIERGE SERVICES
Arrange transportation
Make local reservations •And more!
Norm & Suzanne
Purdue
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4:47 AM
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6:26
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12:25 PM
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6:55 PM
31 South Fletcher
(Main Beach)
Open 7 Days a Week
904.321.2188
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SUMMER VEGETABLE CRêPES
FROM: www.eatingwell.com
1/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup chopped fresh chives,
divided, plus more for garnish
3 TBLS. low-fat milk
2 tsps. lemon juice
3/4 tsp. salt, divided
1 TBL. extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups chopped zucchini
1-1/4 cups chopped green beans
1 cup fresh corn kernels
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper
4 9-inch "ready-to-use" crêpes
Stir sour cream, 1/4 cup chives, milk, lemon juice and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small bowl
until combined. Set aside.
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add zucchini, green beans
and corn and cook, stirring, until beginning to
brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Reduce heat to low;
stir in ricotta, Monterey Jack, the remaining
1/4 cup chives, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon
salt and pepper. Cook, stirring gently, until the
cheese is melted, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove
from the heat.
To roll crêpes, place one on a piece of
parchment or wax paper (or leave it on the
piece of plastic separating the crêpes in the
package). Spoon one-fourth of the vegetablecheese mixture (about 3/4 cup) down the
center of the crêpe. Use the paper (or plastic)
to help you gently roll the crêpe around the fill-
ing. Place the crêpe seam-side down on a dinner plate. Repeat with the remaining crêpes
and filling. Serve each crêpe topped with 2
tablespoons of the reserved sauce and more
chives, if desired.
MEDITERRANEAN
CHICKEN SALAD
FROM: www.epicurious.com
6 TBLS. olive oil
2 TBLS. plus 2 tsps. tarragon vinegar
1 TBL. chopped fresh tarragon
1/2 TBL. fresh lemon juice
1/2 TBL. Dijon mustard
3 cups diced cooked chicken
1/2 cup orzo (rice-shaped pasta; about 3 oz.)
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1 6-oz. jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained
1/2 cup coarsely chopped, pitted
Kalamata olives
1/3 cup dried currants
1-1/2 TBLS. drained capers
Combine oil, vinegar, tarragon, lemon
juice, and mustard in small bowl; whisk to
blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and
pepper. Place chicken in medium bowl. Mix in
1/4 cup dressing.
Cook orzo in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite. Drain.
Rinse under cold water to cool; drain well.
Transfer orzo to large bowl. Stir in remaining
dressing and toss to coat. Add chicken mixture, tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives, currants, and capers. Season salad to taste with
salt and pepper and serve.
DAVE TURNER
PLUMBING
(904) 277-3942
(904) 277-4533
(800) 719-2821
FL#CFC057478
GA#006661
FAX (904) 277-4220
474390 East State Road 200
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“Some days I feel beautiful.
the days I don’t I go to Making Waves!”
Full Service Salon Specializing in Color
5472 First Coast Hwy (Park Place)
1/2 mile from Ritz-Carlton & A.I. Plantation
261-4500
New on the Scene
Fern Lily - They're not the Kardashians, but this mother and her two
daughters have a flair for what's unique
and exciting for women of all ages. They
have turned their love of fashion and
shopping together into Amelia Island's
newest women's boutique offering apparel and accessories for mother, daughter and grandmother. The atmosphere
is fun, inviting and very eclectic. Come
browse the jewelry, shoes, handbags and
gifts, you're sure to find something you
will like. www.facebook.com/FernLily.
Located in Palmetto Walk, 4856 First
Coast Highway, Suite 3. (904) 310-9351.
Adventure Golf
Fresh Spirit Adventures - Explore
the exotic waterways of Nassau County
by kayak. Special rate for summer: only
$99 per family! Includes paddle, vest
and kayak for a three-hour rental. Free
kayak lesson available to the beginner!
www.freshspiritadventures.com. (904)
404-6758.
Pepper's Mexican Grill - This island
favorite has moved from Sadler Road
to a beautiful new location on Centre
Street. Now located in historic downtown Fernandina, Pepper's is open for
lunch and dinner every day and now offers outdoor dining on a covered patio.
www.peppersmexican.com. 530 Centre
Street. (904) 277-2011.
18 Hole Miniature Golf Course�
Video Game Room • Snack Bar�
Birthday Party Room
1550 Sadler Road (across from K-Mart)
Fernandina Beach, FL • 261-7881
www.islandfallsgolf.com
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AMELIA SURF & RACQUET CLUB
Florida Properties the On-site Rental & Sales Agency
Clay Courts • 2 Pools • Oceanfront Villas
4800 Amelia Island Pkwy.
904-261-0511 or 800-323-2001
702 Centre St.
“Specializing in Summer Beach and Amelia Island Plantation Area Real Estate”
Gary Farnsworth
Amelia Island Realtor
www.LiveOnAmelia.com
SUMMER BEACH
904.583.5611
Sea Chase
SOLD - April 2011
SUMMER BEACH
Ocean Place
SOLD - March 2011
.
Only Gary Farnsworth has 2011 combined sales at Sea Chase, Ocean Place and Sailmaker.
CUMBERLAND
ISLAND
Greyfield Inn
Overnight Lodging,
Island Day Trips & Fine Dining
Ferry Departures
from Fernandina Beach
(904) 261-6408

Summer 2011 Summer 2011

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