Cumberland Island NS
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The official Twitter source for Cumberland Island National Seashore, preserving history and protecting Georgia's southernmost barrier island since 1972.
Saint Marys, Georgia
Joined February 2015
#RxFire #HappeningNow on 114-acre Stafford Field area @CumberlandIslNP will re-introduce fire to this fire adapted area, home to island's largest gopher tortoise population. Will also help protect structures & cultural resources, reduce woody species, & stimulate grasses & forbs.
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@CumberlandIslNP is conducting prescribed fire operations today. An interagency crew has begun introducing fire to the Stafford Field burn unit in an effort to protect structures, cultural resources, stimulate growth of grasses, and restore fire to this fire adapted environment.
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With the enactment of the continuing resolution, staff at Cumberland Island National Seashore will resume regular operations on Sunday, January 27, 2019. Please visit https://t.co/HtWaXT1z26 for updated information about the park.
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During a Federal government shutdown, we do not monitor or update social media. Some Cumberland Island National Seashore areas are accessible, however access may change without notice, and there are no NPS-provided services. For more information visit
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Cumberland Island will resume regular operations Friday, Oct 12. All ferries will depart at regularly scheduled times. Campgrounds will be open.
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Cumberland Island closed to the public after the 4:45 p.m. ferry leaves the island on Tuesday, October 9 due to Hurricane Michael. The park will re-open once deemed safe for visitation. Camping reservations cancelled through Thu, Oct. 11th. Visit https://t.co/HtWaXT1z26 for more
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Iām a big fan of NAIP. On this new map of Cumberland Island, GA, a tweaked NAIP air photo mosaic reveals intricate tidal drainages, salt marshes, maritime forests, and dunes.
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Cumberland Island National Seashore is open and has returned to regular operating hours (Thur. Jan 4th, 2018). Please check forecasts and be prepared for cold temperatures and wind chill if heading to the island today. The ferry service will operate at normal times.
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Due to winter weather conditions, Cumberland Island National Seashore and all mainland buildings will be closed today January 3rd, 2018. We will continue to monitor conditions. Updates will be posted on the park's webpage.
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We have closed Paurotis Pond for the Bird Nesting Season 2017. For more infomation please visit: https://t.co/fE2NbGzjmP
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Jump-yip for joy! It's our 114th birthday! On this day in 1903, Theodore Roosevelt signed the founding legislation. #thisdayinhistory
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Planning (or dreaming) a visit to Denali this winter? Download a copy of the park newspaper at https://t.co/Q3hO9oF4VM (PDF, 11 MB)
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There's a new @CumberlandIslNPĀ #trailmap! You can download a free copy (thanks to the @Georgiaconservacy) here >> https://t.co/VkxGLZ0VBC
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For #NationalBirdDay, check out some of our favorite tweeters ā https://t.co/oVSdOIl7zK š¦š¦š¦
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Baby turkeys hanging out at Sea Camp Visitor Center. Let's see your bird pics from the island! #NationalBirdDay NPS photo/Audrey Bohl
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Great shot @justinflippen. Thanks for the visit!
Remain firmly rooted to best handle the twists and turns the future may hold. #NewYearResolution inspiration from my @CumberlandIslNP visit
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A foggy morning on the beautiful @CumberlandIslNP! Photo Credit: NPS Photo/Audrey Bohl #exploregeorgia
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Endangered Species Act Turns 44 today. How important is this event to you?
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