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Marina Map & Rates
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Rules & Regulations
6 City Manager’s Letter & Local Fishing Guide 7 Port Personality
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8 Helpful Information 9 Area Map 10 The Isle of Eight Flags & Many Loves 12 Explore Amelia Island’s Abundant Attractions 14 Food Tells Fernandina’s Tales 16 Local Events
Welcome to Fernandina Beach Welcome to Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor. Thank you for choosing our marina as your home away from home while visiting Fernandina Beach and Amelia Island! We are proud to be among the finest marinas to visit on Florida’s Atlantic Coast and remain committed to making your stay with us as pleasant as possible. We strive to have a staff second-to-none in hospitality and expertise. Our fully updated marina welcomes boaters from the East Coast and beyond. Throughout the season we offer upscale amenities, excellent customer service, Cruising Club discounts and more. Fernandina Harbor Marina is an integral part of the premier Fernandina Beach neighborhood located on the north coast of Amelia Island. Stretching 13 miles long between the Amelia River and Atlantic Ocean, this charming town is known for its sandy beaches, luxury golf courses and resorts with top-notch amenities. Visit the lively historic district or lounge all day at one of the beaches. Our full-service marina is just steps away from local attractions. This edition of Marinalife at Fernandina Harbor magazine gives you a full guide to our facility, including a marina map and description of the amenities we offer on-site for our guests. Any time during your stay, please do not hesitate to ask us for help and let us know how we can make your stay memorable. It’s our goal to ensure you have a remarkable experience while exploring this wonderful town. Enjoy! Sincerely, Taylor Fitzsimmons General Manager Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor
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FERNANDINA HARBOR MARINA 3 S. Front Street Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Phone: 904-310-3301 www.fhmarina.com EDITOR IN CHIEF Susan Elnicki Wade ASSOCIATE EDITOR Alexa Zizzi EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Claire Ruppert REGIONAL SALES MANAGERS Joy McPeters 443-463-2941 Barbara Barrett 443-553-2685 DESIGN & PRODUCTION Tom Couteau Undertow Creative, LLC
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MARINA MAP & RATES
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RULES & REGULATIONS
Rules and Regulations 1.
Swimming. Swimming, fishing, and crabbing are strictly prohibited. This includes traps and pens secured within the slips.
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Sewage. Absolutely no overboard discharge of sewage, including treated sewage, treated with Type I or II MSDs. The pump out is located on the fuel dock.
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Pets. Pets must be leashed at all times and cleaned up after. Bags are available by the boardwalk area for your convenience.
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Hazardous materials. Flammables, toxins and pollutants must be stored and disposed of properly. Absolutely no dumping in marina garbage or storing on docks.
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Navigation. All boats must adhere to navigation rules of right of way and operate with no wake.
10. Grills. No grilling is permitted on the docks at any time!
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Noise. Music and other noises must be limited to a range of 25’. Marina quiet hours during the weekday are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. and during the weekends from 10:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m. Power tools such as buffers, sanders and saws may only be operated between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
12. Storage. Storage of furniture, equipment, plants, bicycles, watercraft, fuels and other chemicals on the piers is prohibited. All areas are to be kept free of tripping hazards and clutter.
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Gates. Do not prop open restroom or shower doors. If the card readers malfunction, contact the marina office.
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Outside contractors. With the exception of emergencies, contractors are only permitted between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday, except holidays. Exceptions must be approved by the marina office. Contractors must sign in and provide insurance information.
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Type of Work. Spray painting, fiberglass work, heavy engine service or any other work that results in debris or debris entering the water, docks or neighboring vessels is strictly prohibited.
11. Heaters. Unattended space heaters are not permitted.
13. Stairs. Must meet the following criteria and be approved by the Marina. Must not exceed 24” in width. Must not restrict access to any part of the docks. Must be easily removed and must not double as storage. 14. Laundry. There will be no hanging of laundry on the rigging, lifelines or other parts of the exterior of the vessel. 15. Commercial Activity. All commercial activities must be approved in writing by the marina. 16. Signage. Vessels for sale are permitted one sign, limited to 18”x24” and hung on the transom or aft deck. All other signage is prohibited. 17. Parking. Parking is available in the City Public Parking lots located at the marina entrance. Please take note of any time limits imposed by the City of Fernandina Beach.
Notice to Vessel Owner
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This hereby informs you that in the event you fail to remove your vessel from the marina promptly (timeframe to be determined between the marina owner or operator and the vessel owner) after the issuance of a tropical storm or hurricane watch for Fernandina Beach, FL, under Florida Law, the undersigned or his or her employees or agents are authorized to remove your vessel, if reasonable, from its slip or take any and all other reasonable actions deemed appropriate by the undersigned or his or her employees or agents to better secure your vessel and protect marina property, private property and the environment. You are further notified that you may be charged a reasonable fee for any such action.
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Letter from Fernandina City Manager Welcome to Fernandina Beach! On behalf of the City Commission and staff, I hope you enjoy your visit. Fernandina Beach has a variety of attractions. Upon arrival, the most obvious is the historic downtown, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Local efforts to preserve and promote downtown are led by Fernandina Beach Main Street. This area is a key economic and cultural center of our community. On the periphery of downtown, within easy walking or biking distance, are dozens of neatly tended historic homes. Some of these graceful buildings offer accommodations as B&Bs. The
homes’ proximity ensures that downtown has a vibrancy that resonates throughout the year. Other notable attractions are not far beyond downtown — Central Park, Egans Creek Greenway, Fort Clinch State Park, City Golf Course — to name a few. Enjoy a sunrise at Main Beach and then watch the evening glow of a spectacular sunset at the marina. The city’s population is nearing 15,000, and the city limits incorporate roughly the northern half of Amelia Island. In addition to tourism, the city’s leading employers are two paper mills that bookend the marina. They have operated for decades and provided jobs to generations of residents. Fernandina Beach is a great place to visit and live. Enjoy your time in this wonderful city and please come back soon. Dale Martin Fernandina Beach City Manager
A Dream Port for Anglers By Captain Terry Lacoss, Amelia Angler Outfitters Fernandina Harbor Marina is well known as an excellent fishing port where you can target a wide variety of game fish. The nearby backwaters present the opportunity to catch redfish, seatrout, flounder, black drum, sheepshead, bluefish, sharks and more. Both the St. Mary’s and Nassau Inlets harbor big game fish including tarpon, cobia, redfish, sharks and worldrecord size black drum.
landed a 10.0-pound rock hind grouper, which was certified as a new world record. Fishermen can purchase bait and gear at Atlantic Seafood located right at the marina’s boat ramp. A nice fleet of charter fishing, sailing and sightseeing boats is also located at the marina. Be sure to visit when the charter boats return with big catches!
Navigating only a few miles offshore, deep sea fishermen enjoy trolling for sailfish, kingfish, cobia, amberjack and Spanish mackerel, which is best during the summer fishing season. Bottom fishing is excellent year-round, thanks to lime rock ledges and sunken boats that attract grouper, red snapper, sea bass and cobia. Nassau Sport Fishing Association holds its annual Fernandina Beach Kingfish & Fishing Rodeo during late summer, and lucky anglers win prizes and cash when weighing in their big fish. The popular event takes place in the north parking lot of the marina where spectators can watch participants weigh their catch. Fernandina Harbor is also an International Game & Fish official weigh in station. Local angler Roland Williams recently 6
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Pictured from left: Cindy Crawford and Al Morris holding up a tournament-winning kingfish. The Nassau Sport Fishing Association holds its annual Kingfish & Fishing Rodeo at the marina.
PORT PERSONALITIES
TAYLOR FITZSIMMONS GENERAL MANAGER Fernandina Harbor Marina Fernandina Beach, FL
What is your most memorable Fernandina experience? My first day as manager of Fernandina Harbor. Moving around from state to state over the last few years and then arriving at Fernandina Harbor just felt right on day one. It feels like home!
What makes Fernandina different than other marinas? We are the first stop heading south into Florida and the last stop heading north. Coincidentally, that makes us the first sunset in Florida every night! We are positioned perfectly on an island with a rich history, offering a multitude of activities for fun and relaxed experiences.
What is the number one attraction you recommend to first-time visitors? Downtown Fernandina Beach is beautiful and offers a variety of shops and eateries, but if you can make it to the beach, you will fall in love!
Describe your dream boat. A 62’ Bayliss Sportfish!
What is your favorite water sport or water activity? Running trotlines and dipping Maryland blue crabs on the Chesapeake Bay! I had a commercial crabbing license while growing up in Maryland.
What are your top three songs for a boating playlist? “5 O’clock Somewhere,” “Knee Deep” and “Where the Boat Leaves From”
CATHY CHAPMAN ASSOCIATE GENERAL MANAGER Fernandina Harbor Marina Fernandina Beach, FL
What is your most unforgettable Fernandina experience? The return of the annual Shrimp Festival to downtown Fernandina and having a front-row seat to the festivities!
What makes this marina different than others?
What is the top attraction that visitors must see? A day on the water! Fishing, kayaking, boat tours, a trip to Cumberland, jet skiing or just walking on the beach — Fernandina has something for every whim and budget.
What is the most essential item to keep on your boat? A charged, floating, handheld VHF radio.
What are your top three songs for a boating playlist? That’s a tough one! I’ll do three groups, anything from Stick Figure, Bob Marley or the Gypsy Kings.
Fernandina Harbor has one of the easiest entrances on the entire East Coast, making our marina a natural stop for boats traveling north and south. Throw in the oldest bar in Florida and our vibrant downtown, and it’s clear Fernandina has it all!
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HELPFUL INFO
Contact Info Reservations: 904-310-3300 Dock House: 904-310-3301 Winter Dock Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Summer Dock Hours: (TBD) Location: Latitude North 30° 40’ 16 Longitude West 81° 27’ 57 Mile Marker 716
Amenities Less than two miles from the St. Marys River Inlet, deep well-marked channel to marina New Marinetek floating docks 30, 50, 100 and 100 amp 3/phase electric Fuel available Complimentary Wi-Fi internet access On-site pump out Boaters’ lounge with television Laundry and shower facilities Restaurant on-site Ships store with ice, boat supplies, beer and wine
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The Isle of Eight Flags Many Loves
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Explorers’ discoveries led to European countries taking possession of the region, followed by battles and new conquests, and plenty of drama since the 1500s. Eight different flags — from France, Spain, Great Britain, Spain (again), the Republic of Florida, the Green Cross of Florida, Mexico, the Confederate States of America, and finally the United States — have been raised above this beautiful barrier island that has earned its nickname “Isle of Eight Flags.” The name “Fernandina,” Amelia’s primary seaside town, honors Spanish King Ferdinand VII, while the island’s name “Amelia” was established in 1702 by British explorer James Oglethorpe in tribute to the daughter of King George II, Oglethorpe later became Georgia’s first Governor in 1732. Amelia sits proudly and prominently at Florida’s northeastern corner, viewing Georgia to its north, the Atlantic Ocean to its east, and the Intracoastal Waterway to its west. The island is 13 miles long and 4 miles wide, blessed with broad beaches, brilliant waterways and beautiful tropical landscapes. Fernandina Beach is the crown jewel of Amelia Island with its 50-block national historic district dating back to 1685. It is delightfully welcoming and easily walk-
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able from the waterside Front Street where Fernandina Harbor Marina sits, proceeding with orderly perpendicular streets from 2nd to 20th Street. Brick sidewalks draped with stately trees invite you into Fernandina’s fascinating seaside village. Local boutiques, cafes and pubs now flank Fernandina’s Centre Street and its attractive blocks that branch beyond. First order when visiting Amelia is a tour of Fernandina’s historic downtown with Amelia Island Museum of History to dive into the centuries-old architectural and anecdotal details. Even Fernandina’s municipal offices are spectacular: the 1909 post office is inspired by Florence, Italy’s Medici Palace; Nassau County Courthouse is 1891 revival style; and the 1878 county jail now holds the Eight Flags Museum captive. Just strolling Fernandina’s streets brings you to superb estates made of tabby (crushed seashell concrete) and delightful wood gingerbread houses. The Florida House, the state’s oldest operating hotel since 1857, was built by David Yulee, Florida’s cross-state railroad visionary. You can see his bronze image at the 1899 train depot and waterfront welcome center. Wikimedia Commons
Amelia Island has been adored and fought over for centuries.
The centerpiece 1884 City Mart is impressive, now home to Fernandina’s Fantastic Fudge, so well worth seeing and splurging on sweets. Dozens of art
AMELIA ISLAND galleries and antique shops tell more of Amelia’s colorful story, such as Eight Flags Antiques, which is laced with nautical swag and pirate plunder. Four-legged friends will find Red Bones Dog Bakery and Boutique to be a real tail wager. Ladies, pop in to Twisted Sister for cheery accessories and treasures you didn’t know you needed. So much is tucked into this harborside settlement, creating the hub of Amelia’s sea island. You may find yourself falling for Fernandina, amorous for Amelia and wanting to plant your flag here, too. Amazingly, all this serenity is just 27 miles to Jacksonville International Airport, and Amelia also has its own municipal airport mid-island. Hampton Inn and Suites Amelia Island is ideal for a stay, located right in town overlooking the marina and the ICW. Ask for a water view, upper floor room at this modern spacious Hilton property to witness the gorgeous sunsets. Ritz Carlton and Omni also have luxury resorts on the island with spas, golf and beach access as amenities.
Footsteps from Fernandina Harbor Discover History and Happenings Many marina docks are a long walk from the waterfront to reach restaurants or shops of worth. Not so for Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island, mile 716 of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway and the gateway to Florida for boaters heading south. Just steps from Fernandina Harbor Marina, you are in the heart of Amelia’s downtown historic district, a pleasant stroll to unique shops, galleries, inviting eateries serving Fernandina’s famed shrimp and seafood, and popular pubs frequented by locals. Need provisions? Amelia Island Coffee and Hola! Cuban Café serves breakfast goodies and a jolt of delicious java. The Palace Saloon sells bottles of wine to go. Several local breweries craft their own microbeers: First Love Brewing and Mocama Beer Co., both on 8th Street. Not only is Fernandina Harbor Marina centrally located to downtown, from marina-side Front Street you can hop aboard a boat charter to tour Amelia River and St. Mary’s, rent a kayak or paddleboard, or go fishing. You can also rent bikes to ride to the beach, state parks and a plethora of island trails.
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ABUNDANT ATTRACTIONS By Heather Burke
Amelia Island is rich with recreational parks, nature preserves
and fantastic places to play. What’s the best way to greet a new day at Amelia? Watching Florida’s first sunrise from the vantage point of North Beach, overlooking the Atlantic waves breaking on this dramatic stretch of quartz sand. Beaches hug the entire 13-mile stretch of Amelia Island’s eastern coastline.
Another gem is to kayak or paddleboard Egans Creek, across the island from downtown Fernandina east following Centre Street toward the beach. Locally owned Riptide Watersports offers guided trips, stand-up paddleboards and kayaks, and will even transport you from downtown and the marina to the creek two miles away.
Florida’s northernmost state park, Fort Clinch, is a must-see. This 2,178-acre preserve graces the entire northerly cape of Amelia Island with pristine sand dunes, beaches, nature walks and bike paths, campgrounds, and the famous 1847 fort. The three-mile park entrance drive is best appreciated on bicycles, as you ride under a magical canopy of brilliant palms and live oak cloaked in silvery epiphyte (most call it Spanish moss). Perched at the park and the island’s northern tip is the Civil War fort with informative tours conducted by park rangers. Massive cannons protect this brick-fortified bunker and present peaceful views of St. Mary’s River and Cumberland Island, GA, just across the bay. Passing back through the
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Egan’s pristine salt marsh estuary in the shadows of Florida’s oldest lighthouse, 1839 Amelia Island Light, is buzzing with native birds that swoop and fish amid the swaying spartina grass. As you ply the calm waters, the moss-laden oaks along
the shores provide shade. It’s serene and relaxing, as long you stay steady on your personal watercraft. As you paddle along this lush wildlife sanctuary, you glimpse the grand land preserve of Fort Clinch State Park.
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AMELIA ISLAND verdant park grounds, a stop for a beach stroll beyond the mounding sand-protecting dunes completes your park admission adventure. You might even get lucky with a sea turtle spotting, as this is their slow-mo playground. Amelia’s broad Main Beach is an amazing sandy Atlantic shorefront for sunbathing, beach walking or surfing on the strong sea current, or you can simply enjoy picnicking at Main Beach’s park. A fat-tire bike would be boss to ride the seemingly endless strand here; however, traditional bicycle tires are wiggly and could result in a sandy spill.
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On your way back toward Fernandina, a scenic detour to Fernandina’s “Old Town” brings you to the only remaining Spanish town plat in Florida and the Western Hemisphere. Dating back to 1811, this was a modern “neighborhood” design of its time. More trivia: The Captain’s House that sits on a sweeping lawn plaza overlooking the ICW is famed as the home set of the 1980 film about Pippi Longstocking. If you dig graveyards, Bosque Bello Cemetery nearby is a hauntingly historic host of aged tombstones dating back to 1798 and wonderful old trees. American Beach on the southeast coast of Amelia is unique, as it was established in 1935 as the United States’ first racially diverse beach for “recreation and relaxation without humiliation.” It was founded by Abraham Lincoln Lewis, who was President of Afro American Life Insurance (in 1901, most companies would not insure black people). Lewis established a place where African American families could enjoy a day at the beach, of sand and surf and social, without discrimination. Lewis became Florida’s first black millionaire with his insurance success and determination to create coverage for local families.
To the island’s south is Amelia Island State Park, with 200-acres of wildlife sanctuary, bike paths, access to George Crady Fishing Pier, and the only Florida beach offering horseback riding with Kelly Seahorse Ranch. As Amelia hems the Florida-Georgia state line, a boat tour from Fernandina Harbor affords amazing views of the convergence of Amelia and St. Mary’s rivers. Aboard Amelia River Cruises you will learn of Amelia’s history from the pirate and plundering days to today’s shrimping industry. Keen-eyed passengers witness the wild horses on Cumberland Island, manatees, dolphins, eagles and a view of Fort Clinch and Amelia Lighthouse that can’t be replicated. Golfers can have a swing at several PGA-caliber courses on Amelia. Located mid-island near Summer Beach is the Ritz Carlton’s Golf Club of America, which is legendary among tour golfers as a resort course rich with shorebirds, southern trees and ball-thieving marshes. It’s quite challenging, but lunch at the Ritz is your reward.
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Omni Amelia Island Resort is home to the 18-hole Pete Dyedesigned Oak Marsh course stretching amid salt marsh and towering old oaks, and Tom Fazio’s Long Point course hosts plush greenery and wildlife along the ocean. Be sure to check out Fernandina Beach Golf Club, offering memberships to both residents and visitors. For far less hazards and no championship pressure, putt around at Gregor MacGregor Mini Golf for “links and drinks” in Fernandina Beach. Fernandina Harbor Marina
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Food Tells Fernandina’s Tales By Heather Burke
Salty Pelican on Front Street is the perfect place to enjoy salty air, sea views and a casual cocktail. Go to the top deck for a pelican’s view of the ICW with yachts coming and going. An occasional train passing through might shake the ice cubes in your glass, and the sunsets are spectacular. Salty Pelican isn’t fancy, but it offers daily happy hour deals, roasted oysters, shrimp dishes and seafood potpie, served by a friendly staff. The chef promotes “you hook it, we cook it” if you scored fish today. (904-277-3811) España is the pick for authentic Portuguese and Spanish flavors in Fernandina. Sitting amid a beautiful courtyard is heavenly as you savor tapas of calamari and shrimp paired with house-made sangria. The patatas bravas are the best outside of Barcelona. The paella is fresh and fabulous, as is the chef’s daily catch creation. (904-261-7700) 14
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Burlingame serves artful dishes made from fresh and sustainable ingredients with flair. The chef’s menu ranges from charred octopus and cioppino to risotto and osso buco. (904-432-7671) Joe’s 2nd Street Bistro has a picturesque patio and dining room serving surf to turf, bouillabaisse, personalized steaks, lobster, lamb or duck, with an authentic southern twist of grits and gumbo on the extensive menu. Locals love it here. (904-321-2558)
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Even though it’s called the Isle of Eight Flags, Amelia Island might also be dubbed the Land of Infinite Forks. As the island’s center and culinary focal point, Fernandina offers diverse delicious dining, with a nod to its many chapters in history. You find everything from Spanish and Portuguese cuisine, sushi, Mexican, French and Italian dishes, along with freshfrom-the-docks seafood spots and a few beefy steakhouses.
AMELIA ISLAND DINING T-Ray’s Burger Station dishes up juicy burgers and diner fare in a converted gas station with a great vibe. T-Ray’s serves breakfast as well, including classic biscuits and gravy. (904-261-6310) Wicked Bao is super enjoyable and trendy, serving up steamy bao buns, pot stickers, and more Asian and vegetarian treats in a cool casual indoor bistro and outdoor patio. (904-775-5577) Pablo’s is where to go for a Mexican fix of margaritas and homey south of the border fare. Sip your tequila concoction inside or out at this fun fiesta. (904-261-0049) Akari Sushi is the best place on the island for sushi, sashimi, noodles, poke and rice. (904-844-2496) Brett’s Waterway Café has the ideal deck for a drink overlooking Fernandina Harbor Marina. It’s all about location, so just enjoy the sunset and super yachts while you sip your cocktail. (904-261-2660) Still can’t decide where to dine? Take the Amelia Island Downtown Tasting Tour to sample several eateries in a fun, informative format.
For Drinks in Fernandina, Here’s Where to Belly up to the Bar PJD’s Beer & Wine Garden rocks with live music and locals in a relaxed garden patio bar. (904-310-9314) Palace Saloon on Centre Street is Florida’s oldest operating saloon since 1903. It’s loaded with character, artifacts and pirate booty in an authentic brick cornerstone haberdashery. Palace also sells specialty wines by the bottle to go. (844-441-2444) The Boat House’s vibrant outdoor space is popular with the natives for cocktails such as the bartender’s Rock the Boat and Seas the Day. A wide-ranging menu of sharable dishes rounds out an evening at this new-in-2020 sophisticated setting. (904-321-1234) Green Turtle Tavern is a relaxed, beachy bar in town (think Key West). It’s welcoming no matter where you hail from, and they often host live music. (904-321-2324) The Principal’s Office Bar in the historic Amelia Schoolhouse Inn (circa 1886) is a novel concept, and being summoned to the principal’s office has never tasted so good. Happy hour and live music are often part of your after-class detention at this first school on the island. (904-310-6264) Mocama Beer Co. and First Love Brewing are both fascinating small biz, small batch microbrew pubs. Check out these hoppy happy Amelia Island breweries. (Mocama: 904-456-9088, First Love Brewing: 904-310-9721)
Outside Fernandina on Amelia Island, Here’s Where Foodies Go Salt Life Food Shack boasts Atlantic views and a hip, beachy feel at Amelia’s Main Beach area. Enjoy drinks, appetizers and pub fare at this salty hang out. (904-432-7385)
The Sandbar & Kitchen on Amelia is right on Main Beach, serving casual seafood fare and a daily happy hour with unbelievable Atlantic views. (904-310-3648)
POGO’s Kitchen, located near American Beach down-island, is a modern, chic restaurant serving tasty southern fare with a flair. Shrimp, octopus, seafood entrees, fresh pasta and even duck make the chef’s intriguing menu. POGO’s meals are like your southern momma would make if she had attended culinary school. (904-432-8483) Fernandina Harbor Marina
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EVENTS
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Annual Events in Fernandina Beach & Amelia Island JANUARY
Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade fbfl.us/calendar
APRIL
Sounds on Centre Monthly music events on the first Fridays from April to October soundsoncentre.com
MAY
Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival shrimpfestival.com Second Saturday Artrageous Artwalk islandart.org/artrageous-artwalk Stripes & Stars, Let’s Hit the Bars Pub Crawl islandhopcraftbeerfest.com
JUNE
Fernandina Beach Pride Festival fernandinabeachpride.com
OCTOBER
8 Flags Car Show ameliacruizers.org/NewSite/car-show Amelia Island Jazz Festival ameliaislandjazzfestival.com
NOVEMBER
Right Whale Festival rightwhalefestival.com Amelia Island Open International Petanque Tournament The largest event in the Americas that features a bowling game similar to bocce unitedpetanque.com Florida-Georgia Weekend Football fans celebrate the teams’ long-standing rivalry fernandinaevents.com/welcome-flga-fans
DECEMBER
Lighted Christmas Parade destinationamelia.com/activities/events-and-festivals Dickens on Centre Victorian-inspired holiday event destinationamelia.com/activities/events-and-festivals
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Welcome to Amelia Island, where a scenic marina meets southern charm. Dine and drink at one of our local eateries, breweries or distilleries. Watch the sunset dockside for the perfect end to the perfect day. To add even more activities to your boating adventure, start your visit at the Amelia Island Welcome Center. 18 marinalife.com Harbor Marina Escape Now | Fernandina AMELIAISLAND.COM
