The Lodge on Little St. Simons Island:
Chautauqua Retreat Itinerary

Friday, March 13

1:30pm
Ferry from Hampton River Marina to Little St. Simons Island

2:00pm
Arrival on Little St. Simons Island

2:45 – 5:15pm
Marsh Exploration
Meet in Barn for a welcome and orientation. Guests will explore the marsh by boat.

5:30pm
Oyster Roast and Introductions

6:30pm
Dinner

7:45pm
After Dinner Remarks

Saturday, March 14

7:00am
Continental Breakfast

7:15am
Morning Birding (optional)
Led by a regional shorebird biologist

9:00am
Breakfast

9:45am – 12:30pm
Georgia’s Coastal Treasures and Threats
A discussion with regional conservation professionals. Guests will travel to the beach by way of LSSI trucks.

1:00pm – 1:30pm
Low Country Boil

1:30pm – 2:45pm
Small Group Discussions:
Advocacy, Environmental Education, Land Protection, Wildlife Conservation

3:00pm – 5:00pm
Naturalist-Guided Island Exploration (optional)
LSSI Naturalists will lead 2–3 groups on specific island excursions. Options include kayaking, fishing, birding, reptile safari, or a beach walk.

5:30pm
Social Hour

6:30pm
Dinner

8:15pm
After Dinner Presentation

Sunday, March 15

7:00am
Continental Breakfast

7:15am
Morning Birding (optional)
Led by a regional shorebird biologist

8:30am
Breakfast

8:45am – 10:15am
Debrief and Closing Reflections

10:45am
Departure from Little St. Simons Island

11:15am
Arrival at Hampton River Marina, St. Simons Island

RSVP for Chautauqua

Please contact Burch Barger at (205) 643-8121 or send an email.