Spring Has Sprung on Amelia River Cruises!

Spring has definitely sprung on the river!!!  Our first baby of the 2011 season – Ethan!! has arrived…three weeks old and stunning white blaze down his face.  Still curious enough to stand still as a statue and stare at us as we sail by

First alligator spotted up the Cumberland River near Greyfield Inn and baby dolphins popping too!

Lots of new tours this spring and summer – call the office for more information about 3-hour Eco-Tours slated for summer, added afternoon tours post-Daylight Savings Time change, and newly-launched  Discovery Tours offering day-long excursions to unique destination throughout southeast Georgia and northeast Florida.

New web site just about ready as well – check back mid-March to see the new www.ameliarivercruises.com!

A Summer of Baby Horses and Beautiful Stuff!

Hard to imagine anything more beautiful or inspiring than seeing 14 new foals born into the wild on Cumberland Island; let alone the amazing landscape that is rustically beautiful northeast Florida and southeast Georgia.  A wealth of birdlife, dolphins being born, tons of Osprey and more Bald Eagles than we’ve seen in a while telling us the environment is “hangin’ in”…

What a great summer of 2010 we’ve had and hoping that winter is kinder than the last…

Amelia River Cruises Hosts 2nd Annual Rollin’ on the River…

Come join us for a beautiful sunset, good food, wine and lots of great memories as Amelia River Cruises presents the 2nd annual Meals on Wheels for Pets “Rollin’ on the River” sail.

This year we’re offering a sunset sail on Sunday, September 12, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.  Food and beverages will be offered beginning 6 p.m. on the dock with a narrated history and views of Amelia and Cumberland Islands along the way.

Come share a spectacular sunset, views of the wild horses of Cumberland Island, and the hospitality and humor of our Amelia River Cruises staff.

Email Lori Hoerl, Director of Marketing, at lorbell1@aol.com or call 904-321-7372.

Amelia River Cruises Spots Baby #14 – Casey Arrives!

It doesn’t get much better than sailing under a bright blue sky with a nice breeze and open space all around you, only to spot just a few feet in front of you…a newborn foal – #14 this year for us at Amelia River Cruises.

Born into absolute freedom, Casey now joins the wild horses of Cumberland Island National Seashore as seen here hangin’ with her new mom.  Precious!

Kevin McCarthy, Owner, Named Elderhostel Road Scholar

All the crew here at Amelia River Cruises send our congrats out to boss, Kevin, for being named one of Elderhostel Program’s Featured Road Scholars. 

Designed to highlight extraordinary lecturers and instructors, the Elderhostel Program has recognized Kevin as a specialist in sharing his unique knowledge of wildlife, the shrimping industry, and the rich history and rustic beauty that define southeast Georgia and northeast Florida. 

Kevin grew up in Gloucester, Massachusetts and settled in Fernandina Beach in 1968.  He has spent 41 years sailing the waters of northeast Florida and southeast Georgia.  He holds a 100 ton master’s license and developed his knowledge of the wildlife and history of this region exploring the waters that surround Amelia Island, Cumberland Island and St. Marys, Georgia.  

Generations of Kevin’s family have been shrimpers, and he shares with participants his knowledge of shrimp farming and the future of the shrimping industry in the U.S. 

Kevin considers himself a lifelong learner and thrives on the opportunities each day brings to explore new and familiar territory with passengers who share each respective journey.

Again, our kudos to Captain Kevin!

Babies on the Water!!!

What a great spring and summer we’ve had on the river….

15 new babies born on Cumberland Island, scores of baby dolphins and some of the most spectacular sunsets you can imagine!

How much better can life get than drinking in sunshine, waves, and new life beginning in the wild – life IS good!!!

Amelia River Cruises Sunset Cruise Specials Have Arrived!

Check it out!  Amelia River Cruises is now offering discounts with the purchase of any sunset cruise ticket.  Beginning Monday, June 14 through year end 2010, buy any sunset cruise ticket and receive a coupon for:

Cheese steak, fries and a soda for $10 ($15 value) at Philly Boyz

Free smoked fish dip appetizer with the purchase of any dinner at the Crab Trap (valid Sundays only)

Free well drink, beer or house wine with the purchase of any appetizer or meal at O’Kanes

Come see us on the river!

It doesn’t get much better…

Sometimes you get to see some incredible stuff in a “work” day…it starts with an amazing sky, explodes into a sunset and along the way – incredible wildlife show up to stir your emotions in a way only solitude, space and quiet reverence can…just another day on the Amelia

Amelia River Cruises 4th of July Fireworks Sail!

Come join us on Sunday, July 4th, for a 9 p.m. 1 hour fireworks sail as we moor up off the coast of Fernandina Harbor Marina for a bird’s eye view.  Bring your own food and beverage, pets welcome too!  $10 pp plus sales tax.

Call us at 904-261-9972.

Spring Has Sprung on the Amelia River!

With the warm weather finally stickin’ around, we’ve seen 9 new foals born on the beaches of Cumberland Island, tons of manatees and now we’re gearing up for new children’s shrimping demonstration tours and kayak excursions.

Check out specials coming soon for our sunset cruise customers, extended day trips and more! www.ameliarivercruises.com or call 904-261-9972