EcoExpo
A place where you can learn about products that will allow you live a greener life style and more in tune with nature. The EcoExpo in the Atlantic Recreation Center will be open on Saturday May 22 from 9:30am-4pm. Plans are still being finalized, so check back often to see all the exciting things that will be going on that day.
What folks are saying about Wild Amelia Nature Festival
"Ayolane Halusky's tour was awesome, and the turtle release was very popular. We love Wild Amelia, watch for it yearly!" - Winifred S.
Kids Niche
Outside under the tent, Jacksonville Zoo will be bringing live animals. There will be hands on nature activities for kids of all ages (partial schedule below). There will also be a Soft Nature Walk at 3pm where you will use ALL of your senses to experience a walk on the Egans Creek Greenway. Join us for a story and a silent journey with earthy surprises that will encourage participants to appreciate even the smallest things in nature.
| Jacksonville Zoo | live animal demonstrations |
| FL Dept of Forestry | paper making |
GA Sea Turtle Center |
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| UNF EcoCamp | animal tracking |
| Talbot Island State Park | touch Tank |
| Nat'l Park Service | |
| Rayonier | saplings |
| Nassau County 4H | natural tie dying, pine cone bird feeders |
| Ft. Clinch State Park | Origami frogs |
EcoExpo - 9:30am-4pm
In the Auditorium there will be green vendors and other nature based businesses and organizations. The Silent Auction (partial list below) has some awesome gifts to bid on. There will also be Free seminars running all day long. Plan on stopping by and spending a while. Georgia Sea Turtle Center hopes to be able to release a rehabbed sea turtle again this year.
| Y Yoga | Yoga sessions | Fitness |
| Club 14 Fitness | One month membership | Fitness |
| Elizabeth Pointe Lodge | One night stay (includes wine reception & full breakfast) | Lodging |
| The Ritz Carlton | One night stay | Lodging |
| Island Reflexology | One hour massage / Reflexology session | Personal Services |
| Magna's Salon | Make-up session w/ Tom | Personal Services |
| Felix Solis Ballroom Dancing | Eight dance lessions for a couple | Recreation |
| Greyfield Inn | Day trip for two | Recreation |
| Kayak Amelia | Guided kayak ecotour for two | Recreation |
| Amelia Island Coffee Shop | Gift Card for store | Dining |
| The Happy Tomato | Gift Certificate | Dining |
| Christmas Shop on the River | Ornament | Retail |
| Go Fish Clothing & Jewelry | Gift Card | Retail |
| Harbor Wear | Gift Certificate | Retail |
| J&S Frame Gallery | Gift Certificate for custom framing or art supplies | Retail |
| 9:15-10am | Photographing Amelia's Wldside | Maria Struss |
| 10-10:45 | Zoo Photography | John Reed |
| 11-11:45 | award photo prizes | |
| 12-12:45 | green /nature presentation | TBD |
| 1-1:45 | green /nature presentation | TBD |
| 2-2:45 | green /nature presentation | TBD |
| 3-3:45 | green /nature presentation | TBD |
Music and Food
Outside under the big tent, enjoy a healthy snack or lunch purchases from Cafe of the Hamptons while listening to some local muscians (schedule below)
| 10-10:45 | ||
| 11-11:45 | Nore Pope | Folk/America |
| 12-12:45 | Bruce Hamilton / Bill Strom |
America |
| 1-1:45 | Hickory Wind (Mac McClelland) | Folk / America |
| 2-2:45 | Cumberland Sound | Folk / Country |
| 3-3:45 | Frankie's Jazz Jam | Jazz |
