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Wild Amelia Eco-Expo May 19 – 21

May 19, 2023 - May 21, 2023

PART OF THE THREE-DAY WILD AMELIA NATURE FESTIVAL, THIS FUN-FILLED “EXPO” DAY FEATURES:

  • 27 Conservation Exhibitors
  • Animal Exhibits
  • Raffle with Baskets of Amazing Items
  • Silent Auction with Buy-Now Prices
  • Music by Laid Back, 10:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Kids Niche with Hands-on Nature Activities
  • Nature Passport Program for Kids
  • Wild Storytime with Celebrity Guests

    Friday, May 19

    The first day of the festival offers eco-tours, a sea turtle release, and a sunset river cruise.

    Friday Ecotours — Sunrise beach yoga, kayaking, native plant walk, birding walk, sailing, river cruises, electric bike tours. See tour descriptions and registration.

    The Sea Turtle Release at Main Beach is an awe-inspiring event made possible by the Georgia Sea Turtle Center. This event is dependent on the availability of a healthy sea turtle and the weather and tides.

    Our popular Sunset River Cruise is a fundraiser to support our free year-round nature education programs. Register online with Amelia River Cruises.

    Saturday, May 20

    The large Eco-Expo will be held on Saturday, May 20, from 10am-3pm at the Atlantic Recreation Center in Fernandina Beach. This fun-filled day features:

    • 27 Conservation Exhibitors
    • Animal Exhibits
    • Raffle with Baskets of Amazing Items
    • Silent Auction with Buy-Now Prices
    • Music by Laid Back, 10:30 am–2:30 pm
    • Kids Niche with Hands-on Nature Activities
    • Nature Passport Program for Kids
    • Wild Storytime with Celebrity Guests

    Saturday Ecotours
    Downtown to Dunes litter cleanup, kayaking, river cruises, sailing, Greenway walks, strolling through a maritime forest, and an evening music event.
    See tour descriptions and registration.

    Sunday, May 21

    Sunday Ecotours — Beach yoga, paddleboard yoga, nature walks, kayaking, sailing, and a walk through a maritime forest.
    See tour descriptions and registration.

FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY!

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Start:
May 19, 2023
End:
May 21, 2023
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