Walk Across Georgia - Savannah · kayaks, river tours, Scottish heritage, shrimp boats returning to...
Transcript of Walk Across Georgia - Savannah · kayaks, river tours, Scottish heritage, shrimp boats returning to...
128
134.9
202
261.7
89
80.7
160
175.4
104
112.1
228
0 50 100 150 200 250 300
LORENAAFA
TOIALLEN
PAYTONBROWN
BENJAMINBARNETT
MARY BETH BENNETT
ASHLEY BOUIE
SARAHCLAIBORNE
LADASHACLARK
EMILYCOATS
CYNTHIACRAWFORD
FINALDESTINATION
Walk Across Georgia - Savannah
Miles Achieved
10
96
44.7
257.7
99.1
121.1
171.4
135.6
219.5
416.1
228
0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450
ELAINEDARITY
SHERYLDASINGER
DARLIDEVANE
DERETHDRAKE
CRYSTALFALCH
NATALIAGURINA ZAKRZESKI
SELENSEIAHOLMES
BRANDIJACKSON
KATHERINELAMB
BRANDONMAINER
FINALDESTINATION
Walk Across Georgia - Savannah
Miles Achieved
64
8
194.7
181.1
152.2
242.8
81.5
74.5
228
0 50 100 150 200 250 300
KARENNOLL
ANITAONDRUSEK
PATRICIA (TRISH)RAYNOR
LISASNIPES
CHELSEAWELLS
KATRINAWHITMORE
KARLANDAVIS
SHANNONZAPF
FINALDESTINATION
Walk Across Georgia - Savannah
Miles Achieved
Valdosta-Savannah, GA – 228 Miles
Valdosta—---Waycross--—-Jekyll Island-- ---Saint Simons------Darien--—-Richmond Hill------Savannah61.8 miles
This route takes you over to the Georgia Coast and then up to Savannah.
123.5 miles 146 miles 169.4 miles 214.5 miles 228 miles
The VSU Campus Wellness logo will bring you back to this slide.
Valdosta – Waycross – 61.8 miles
Waycross and Ware County is located in the heart of beautiful Southeast Georgia at the northern tip of the Okefenokee Swamp Wildlife Refuge. Waycross is a nationally-recognized
Main Street City filled with Southern hospitality and charm. From the historic downtown district to the swamp lands of the Okefenokee, there is something for everyone. Experience traditional
down home cooking or elegant cuisine at one of our one-of-a-kind restaurants, explore the natural wonders of the Okefenokee, or visit one of our three local museums.
Check it out Checkpoints!
Okefenokee Swamp
Obediah-okefenok
Okefenokee Heritage Center
Waycross– Jekyll Island-61.7 milesTotal distance – 123.5 miles
The southernmost island of the Golden Isles, Jekyll Island was purchased in 1886 by a group of wealthy families as a private retreat. By 1900, The Jekyll Island Club membership included the
Rockefellers, Morgans, Cranes and Goulds and represented over one-sixth of the world’s wealth. The Club closed in 1942 and Jekyll Island was purchased by the State of Georgia in 1947.
Check it out Checkpoints!
National Historic Landmark District
Georgia Sea Turtle Center
Jekyll Island Historic Sites
Horton House
Jekyll Island – Saint Simons Island- 22.5 milesTotal distance – 146 miles
The largest barrier island in the Golden Isles, St. Simons Island lies across the immortalized Marshes of Glynn, made famous by poet Sidney Lanier. Moss-draped oaks line the winding island streets, creating a picture-perfect image worthy of a Faulkner tale. The island’s villages offer a charming and unique selection of shops, plus a variety of restaurants ranging from fine dining to
casual outdoor fare.
Check it out Checkpoints!
Battle of the Bloody Marsh
Fort Frederica National Monument
Saint Simons Lighthouse
Fort Saint Simons
Saint Simons-Darien– 23.4 milesTotal distance – 169.4 miles
You have discovered Georgia's second oldest city, founded in 1736. If you enjoy beautiful views by the water with ancient live oaks and Spanish moss, historic, landscaped parks, cozy bed and breakfasts, birding, biking, boating, authentic colonial forts, coastal marshlands with five rivers,
exploring barrier islands, fresh seafood, discovering the Gulla-Geechee culture, salt and fresh water fishing, sea kayaks, river tours, Scottish heritage, shrimp boats returning to waterfront docks at sunset, or small-town coastal
living, you should plan on visiting Darien, Georgia.
Altamaha-ha – Sea Monster
Burning of Darien
Fort King George Historic Site
Butler Island Plantation
Sapelo Island
Altamaha River Tours
Check it out Checkpoints!
Darien–Richmond Hill – 45.1 milesTotal distance – 214.5 miles
Richmond Hill, Georgia is a quiet family community, located just minutes south of metropolitan Savannah. The city of more than 10,000 residents retains a small town charm and has a great deal to offer its residents. A diminished crime rate, outstanding educational opportunities, community services, recreational facilities,
and beautiful scenery are but a few reasons to live here. This family-oriented city is a community where everyone can feel safe.
Visitors are impressed by its southern charm, rich history, variety of outdoor adventures, fishing and great local seafood. This peaceful community has a variety of opportunities; shopping, recreational, and business.
Whether you are attracted to antique hunting or you appreciate our unique heritage and architecture, Richmond Hill offers relief from the congestion of the big city. Richmond Hill also offers a variety of
hometown restaurants for an assortment of appetites and safe lodging for those desiring an extended stay.
With its distinctive history and scenic beauty, Richmond Hill is coastal Georgia living at its finest.
Check it out Checkpoints!
Fort McAllister Historic Park
J. F. Gregory Recreational Park
Richmond Hill– Savannah, GA -17.9 milesTotal distance – 228 miles
One of the most beautiful cities in the world, historic Savannah, Georgia, was founded in 1733 by General James Oglethorpe. he beautiful design of the city, with its many squares
providing places of peace and beauty, was conceived by founder James Oglethorpe.
Check it out Checkpoints!Fort Pulaski
Old Fort JacksonSavannah History Museum
Forsyth ParkRiver Street
McQueen Island Historic TrailTybee Island Lighthouse and Museum
Congratulations!! You have arrived at your destination.