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Unit Name: Big Talbot Island State Park<br />

Acres: 1,679.87 Managing<br />

Agency:<br />

Description:<br />

DRP<br />

Current Management Plan<br />

Approved:<br />

Located on one <strong>of</strong> the sea islands unique to Northeast <strong>Florida</strong>, this park is primarily a natural<br />

preserve and a premier location for nature study, bird-watching and photography. A boat ramp<br />

provides access for fishing and touring the salt marshes. Visitors can picnic on a bluff overlooking<br />

the Atlantic Ocean, sunbathe, or stroll along the shore. Hikers can walk along one <strong>of</strong> the park’s<br />

three trails and experience the diverse habitats preserved here. Kayak Amelia/Long Island<br />

Outfitters <strong>of</strong>fers canoe/kayak rentals and guided paddle tours to the extensive salt marshes and<br />

the Ft. George River.<br />

Accomplishments:<br />

Resource Management<br />

• Created new fire breaks delineating resource management zones for use in future prescription<br />

fire applications<br />

Visitor Services<br />

• Improved accessibility <strong>of</strong> facilities and resources and increased staff awareness <strong>of</strong> ADA barriers.<br />

• Started the Universal Trail Assessment Process by assessing several <strong>of</strong> the park’s trails.<br />

156<br />

2008

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