VISITOR'S GUIDE - Carrabelle Area Chamber of Commerce

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VISITOR'S
GUIDE
C A R R A B E L L E • L A N A R K B E A C H • A L L I G A T O R P O I N T • D O G I S L A N D • S T . G E O R G E I S L A N D

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Carrabelle Visitor’s Guide The Official Publication
of The Carrabelle Area Chamber of Commerce.
Carrabelle offers white sand beaches unlimited opportunities
for fishing, great places to shop and excellent restaurants. But there
is a difference - here you will find virtually no traffic or crowds, a quiet
coastal community - truly one of the last unspoiled destinations in Florida.
Contents
Photo Credit:
Front Cover: Royce Rolstad Photography: www.roycerolstadphotography.com
John B. Spohrer, Jr.: www.forgottencoastoutdoors.com
Debbie Hooper Aerial Photography: www.joebay.com
Rod T. Gasche,Stephanie Parker, Mark Myrick, Ron Dickey, Sheila Hauser
Concept & Design: Contact Kathy Ford-Boyd Brothers Printing at 850.510.6665
Ad Sales: Sheila Hauser
Carrabelle, Florida Gateway to the Gulf 5
Traveling to Carrabelle 6
History Of Carrabelle 7
Carrabelle-Great Place to Play,
Live and Work! 9
Discover Carrabelle Beach 11
Parks in the Carrabelle Area 12
The Crooked River Lighthouse 17
St. James Bay Golf Resort 19
The World’s Smallest Police Station 21
Tate’s Hell State Forest 23
Cape St. George Lighthouse 25
Things To Do Around Carrabelle 31
Nourishing the Spirit 32
Events 33
Boating and Fishing 35
Dog Island 37
Birding 39
Aligator Point 41
Camp Gordon Johnston Museum 43
St. George Island 45
Membership Directory 47
Carrabelle Area Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Drawer DD • Carrabelle, FL 32322
(850) 697-2585
www.carrabellechamber.org
chamber@nettally.com
Officers President: Sheila Hauser Secretary: Carol Zurawka Treasurer: Paul Marxsen
Executive Director: Suzanne Zimmerman Directors: Paula Caruthers, Ann Wilson, David Butler, Cheree Wood, Cheryl Ann Griffin, Barney Crutchfield
Sharon Thoman, Skip Frink, Carol Zurawka, Paul Marxsen, Ron Gempel and Dan Cox.

Carrabelle, Florida
Gateway to the Gulf
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“This area is like no other I've seen. Fresh water, salt water,
rivers, lakes, ocean, bay, marsh, forest, beach.....
they're all literally just minutesfrom you, if not in your backyard”.
Located in the Panhandle just southwest of Tallahassee, Carrabelle is the last vestige
of Old Florida, a haven for discriminating people who love the coastal outdoors but
shy away from crowds. Three pristine rivers converge at Carrabelle and connect with
the Gulf of Mexico, providing access to unstressed salt and freshwater fishing
grounds. Tarpon, Redfish, Grouper, Snapper, Trout, Cobia; just a sample of the
species that inhabit our waters.
Carrabelle’s waterfront combines the authenticity of a working waterfront with
the fun of recreational fishing and boating. Charter fishing is readily available.
Carrabelle connects to 750,000 acres of public forest for hunting, hiking, birding,
trail-riding- or just enjoying the passage of eagles, deer, blue heron, osprey and
black bear. White sand beaches at Carrabelle Beach and Dog Island beckon
beachcombers, swimmers and snorkelers. A full–service airport provides for
recreational flying as well as easy access to the area.
In Carrabelle you experience “Old Florida”. There are no high rise hotels and
condominiums blocking your view, no four lane traffic congestion,
just beautiful beaches, rich river marshes, boundless wildlife and
a genuine welcoming spirit.
Carrabelle invites you . . . . . .
Relax, kick back and join the fun!

Traveling
to Carrabelle
Weather:
Carrabelle weather is generally temperate, even on the hottest
summer days you can generally catch a cooling sea breeze.
The winters are wonderful – brisk nights and sunny cool days.
Month Air Temp Water Temp
January 54 64
February 56 64
March 61 72
April 68 73
May 74 79
June 80 82
July 81 83
August 81 83
September 79 83
October 71 81
November 61 73
December 56 70
Carrabelle is located along the Gulf of Mexico in Florida's Panhandle
and 55 miles southwest of Tallahassee and 80 miles East of Panama City.
Carrabelle is part of Franklin County which features more than 200 miles
of relatively undeveloped shoreline including the four barrier islands
of St. George, Dog Island, Cape St. George and St. Vincent Island.
Carrabelle is accessible via US Highway 98. By air, Carrabelle can be
reached through commercial airports in Tallahassee and Panama City
and the private airport in Carrabelle at 850.697.2727.
MILEAGE FROM SELECTED CITIES:
Atlanta, GA 351 Memphis, TN 574
Birmingham, AL 334 Miami, FL 561
Chicago, IL 933 Montgomery, AL 244
Columbia, SC 532 Nashville, TN 525
Dallas, TX 884 New Orleans, LA 388
Detroit, MI 1055 Orlando, FL 334
Houston, TX 712 Pensacola, FL 162
Indianapolis, IN 811 St. Louis, MO 831
Jackson, MS 436 Tallahassee, FL 80
Little Rock, AR 707 Tampa, FL 298
Getting Here:
Panama City-Bay County
International Airport (PFN)
850/763-6751
Approximately one hour and 40 minutes, by car, from Franklin County;
served by ASA Delta Connection, Chautauqua Airlines, ComAir,
Freedom Airlines and Northwest Airlink. Car rental agencies include:
Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz and National.
Tallahassee Regional Airport (TLH)
850/891-78007800850-891-7802
Approximately one hour and thirty minutes by car to Franklin
County; served by Continental Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Northwest
Airlink and US Airways Express. Car rental agencies include:
Alamo, Avis, Dollar Rent A Car, Enterprise, Hertz and National.
Classic Limo and Sedan Service: (850/421-1933)
Apalachicola Municipal Airport (AAF)
850/653-8861
Located two miles northwest of downtown Apalachicola; offers three
concrete runways in excess of 5,000 feet long and 150 feet wide.
FBO services include jet fuel; aircraft cleaning, rental, sales and service;
hangar storage; maintenance; pilot lounge; secure ramp; tiedown
and weather radar.
Carrabelle-Thompson Airport
850.697.2727
Located .03 miles West of Carrabelle on Airport Road and
is owned by the City of Carrabelle The concrete runway is
4,000 feet long. FBO services include jet fuel.
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History of Carrabelle
Carrabelle is located on St. James Island, although you may never realize it unless you look closely at
a map of the area. The “Isle of St. James” is surrounded by bays, rivers, and an offshore barrier island
known as Dog Island. The history of Dog Island and Carrabelle includes a wonderful mix of Indians,
shipping, bootlegging, logging and war. Rio Carrabella was the name of the town recognized by the first
post office in this area and was said to mean “beautiful river”. Early settlers in the area, both Indians and
early Europeans, hunted the bountiful game for food and furs, which were then shipped out of St. Marks.
Carrabelle’s boom time came after the Civil War when lumber and naval stores were the most important
commodities. In 1875 the first lumber mill was established - cutting pine and cypress from up river and
in the swamps, and shipping it to the north. Ships, mainly schooners, would come through the pass and
drop anchor behind Dog Island in Ballast Cove, so named because the ships would drop their ballast before
sailing into Carrabelle to pick up their cargo. You may to this day, find ballast rock in the cove. By
1893 there were many lumber and saw mills along the Carrabelle River and the downtown area was established
around Coombs Mill, close to the mouth of the river.
The town was incorporated in May, 1893 and during this time, the area flourished - docks were stacked
high with lumber and turpentine. There was a railroad station from which trains carried salted down mullet
and other goods to points north, as well as bringing in needed supplies for the residents. The railroad
also brought tourists from Tallahassee to stay at the Lanark Springs Hotel, a luxurious resort hotel.
A disastrous hurricane hit the town head on at the turn of the century and it was at this time that the
downtown area was moved to its present location.
The town was rebuilt, and many of today’s larger buildings were built during the early part of the 1900’s.
This was a boom time for Carrabelle. Lumber and turpentine were king. During a short period,
Greek sailors came and began a flourishing sponge industry. Between World War I and World War II,
Carrabelle went into a severe economic slump. Fishing became the principal industry and along
with the entire country, Carrabelle slipped into the depression. During the
Prohibition much business was done by barter and there was a brief period in
which smugglers from the Caribbean unloaded their contraband near Alligator Point
and hid in the nearby woods.

In 1942, with the entry of the United States into WW II, Camp Gordon Johnston was built and
thousands of men were trained at the camp. For many it was the last stopover for those going to the
Pacific or European theaters. Carrabelle was also an important port for shipping oil. The oil was
shipped from Texas, through the Intercoastal Waterway to Carrabelle and then on to Jacksonville
through a pipeline, where it was loaded on ships for delivery to Europe. The pipeline began at what
is now known as Three Rivers.
For more information on the history of the Carrabelle area
contact the Carrabelle Historical Society at 850.697.2141
or attend their monthly meeting at the Carrabelle Library
on the second Tuesday of the month.
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Carrabelle-Great Place to Play,
Live and Work!

Looking for a Florida destination away from the hustle and bustle?
No Crowds
Walk the white sand beach, listen to the waves, spot sea birds, dolphins and all kinds of wildlife. Drive or
hike the state or national forest and –maybe- not see one other human being. Our county building height
limit prevents high-density population.
No Traffic Lights
Something no other seacoast area we know can boast.
No Big City Too Close
Tallahassee and its airport is an hour. Panama City is 2 hours, and soon will have a new international airport.
No Heavy Industry
Only small businesses, and some leading-edge newcomers: an all-green housing assembly plant, a consolidated
county school campus on the Gulf, a health / rehab center / nursing home, a PGA-caliber golf community, and
coming soon: the Carrabelle Urgent Care Center.
No Limits on Things To Do, Places To Stay
Fish (alone or in a tournament – plenty of water access points), kayak, go birding, boating, hiking, attend a local
festival, walk the beach or forest, attend a university-sponsored nature seminar. Stay over in a beach house, Key
West-style inn, riverfront mansion, motel or marina. “Life’s simple pleasures are the best” – turn off the cell phones
and Blackberrys - come here to reconnect with spouse or children. Build a sand castle, take a walk or paddle, visit a
nearby historic or cultural site, cast a net, see the lighthouse park, drop a line, watch the sunset.
DEMOGRAPHICS
Franklin County encompasses 348,000 acres of pristine land. 202,180 acres belongs to the state. The 200 miles of
beautiful coastal shoreline attract people to the sand and the surf. The county is made up of several small communities:
Carrabelle, Alligator Point, Lanark Village, St. George Island, Eastpoint, and Apalachicola.
Population in the County – 10,651 • 10,161 in 2002 • 8,967 in 1990
Projected population growth The area is expected to grow but keep its love and respect of the environment and nature.
The county imposes height restrictions that only allow a person or developer to build up to three stories in height.
Time zone - Eastern • Area Code – 850
Information:
City of Carrabelle- 850.697.2727
www.mycarrabelle.com
County Courthouse in Carrabelle
(850) 697-3618
Franklin County Public Library Carrabelle Branch
(850) 697-2366
www.franklin.lib.fl.us
Consolidated Franklin County School
850.670.2800
Come see Carrabelle – the perfect
place to live, play, work, invest and
retire, in a still-undiscovered
small Gulf coast community.
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Carrabelle Beach: Is located 1.5 miles west of town. Beautiful uncrowded
white-sand beach, that is perfect for sunbathing, snorkeling, shelling,
swimming, volleyball and surf fishing! Great place for the family to get
together for a picnic, walking, bird watching or just relax-getaway from it all.
Carrabelle Beach is the ideal place to build sand castles with your children,
catch blue crabs, pick up sea shells, watch a beautiful sunrise and
reconnect with your family. If you’re looking for an out-of-way spot
to escape the crowds, fast-food chains, outlet malls and amusement parks:
Discover Carrabelle Beach
Discover
Carrabelle Beach

Parks in the Carrabelle Area
Tillie Miller Park is located at 102 Northwest Ave F. Amenities include children’s play area,
tennis courts, basketball courts, picnic pavilion, and restrooms. Great Place to have birthday
parties or just a day of fun in the park with your kids.
John David Patton Wildlife Park is located north of Carrabelle on Highway 67. Amenities
include nature trails, educational signage, picnic facilities and restrooms. This park offers bird
watchers and nature enthusiast a perfect place to relax.
Carrabelle Veterans’ Park is located on Highway 98 in the center of Carrabelle.
Come and pay your respects to the Veterans of Carrabelle.
Crooked River Lighthouse Park is located west of Carrabelle at Carrabelle Beach. Amenities
include Historical Working Lighthouse, Children’s Playground featuring 70 foot Pirate Ship,
picnic facilities. Lighthouse museum and restrooms are in the construction process. Great
park for the entire family. http://crookedriverlighthouse.org/
Will Kendrick Sports Complex State of the art sports facility located East of Carrabelle
off Hwy 98. Ball fields, walking trail, playground and basketball court.
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Key West style on the Forgotten Coast
• Walk to harbor • Restaurant/bar on site
• 5 minutes to beach • Cable/WiFi
• Private Key West courtyard • Breakfast is on us
201 Tallahassee Street
850 697 9010 I oldcarrabellehotel.com

FRANKLIN COUNTY SENIOR CENTER
SENIORS HELPING SENIORS
Bible Study Thursday 10am
50 Plus Breakfast Each weekday 8-9:30am
(except Thursday)
Art Club Tuesday 1pm
Thursday Lunch Every Thursday 12pm
1st Saturday Dance 1st Saturday of the month 7pm
Computer Classes Call for time and class level
Get a taste of Franklin County with our Senior Citizens CookBook.
Pick one up at the center.
201 NW Avenue F and 1st Street Carrabelle Florida 32322
850-697-3760 I cscc@fairpoint.net I www.fcscc.org
HARBOR POINT VACATION RENTALS
Harbor Point offers secluded beaches,
protected boating, incredible fishing,
diverse wildlife & close proximity
to Tallahassee. Weekly rates
starting at $450.
877-774-8671
www.harborpointrentals.com
GANDERS’S
GULF SUPPLY HARDWARE
HARDWARE, PLUMBING
PAINT ELECTRICAL, HOUSEWARES.
As always, serving you is our pleasure.
Across from the Carrabelle Post Office
850.697.3688
NICE CARS
Nice selection of pre-owned vehicles, Cars,
Trucks, and Suv's at a fair price. Drive a little,
save alot.
Al Cavuoto-Owner I 905 Highway 98
Carrabelle, Florida 32322
850.697.4383
THE GEORGIAN MOTEL
C A B L E • R E S TA U R A N T S • B O AT S L I P S
Located in historic downtown Carrabelle,
Marine Street and Riverwalk
109 S. E. Avenue B • Carrabelle, FL 32322
850.697.3410 • www.1800motels.com
Kayak and Canoe Expeditions
Sales and Rentals
Land, Sea and River Tours
Robin & Rama
208 St. James Ave. (Hwy 98)
Carrabelle, FL 32322
850.697.2434 I 866.797.2434 I www.expeditionsinhell.com
MARXSEN ACCOUNTING
ACCOUNTING
TAX CONSULTING
BOOK KEEPING
108 SE Avenue B I P O Box 629
Carrabelle, Florida 32322
850.697.2542 I marxsen@1040.com
$$$ $
Z-horse Charters
C A P T A I N D A V I D Z E I G L E R
U.S.C.G. LICENSED & INSURED
Trout Tarpon Redfish Mackerel
Light Tackle Sportfishing Lanark Village, Florida
850228.6091 • captain@z-horse.com • www.z-horse.com

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The Crooked River
Lighthouse

The Crooked River Lighthouse saw many mariners safely home for the 100 years it was lit.
It was built in 1895 to replace one on Dog Island that was destroyed in a hurricane in 1873.
Authorities decided it would be better to have a lighthouse on the secure mainland rather
than the exposed Dog Island. Electricity came to the lighthouse in 1933, and it became
automated in1952.
The original lens was built in 1894 by Henri LaPaute in Paris, France. This lens was removed
in 1976 and is now located in the U.S. Coast Guard 8th District Offices in New Orleans.
The lighthouse was decommissioned in 1995 and is no longer an active light. The lighthouse
sat forlorn and isolated for a few years. In 1999, a group of local residents decided that
Carrabelle’s hidden jewel should be restored and open to the public. Thus, the Carrabelle
Lighthouse Association (CLA) was born. The Association receives encouragement and
assistance from the Florida Lighthouse Association as well as from many individuals.
The goal of the CLA is to preserve, restore and open the lighthouse to the public.
In February 2002 the CLA reached an agreement with the city to manage the lighthouse.
Lighthouse restoration began in September, 2007, and ended in December, 2007, with the
lighting of the beacon which had been turned off in August, 1995. A custom-built replica
of the original lighthouse bi-valve Fresnel lens was installed as part of the restoration.
Additional grants were received to build a replica of the keeper’s house and to plan
a recreational park. The centerpiece of the park is a 62’ long pirate ship that was built in
2007 to provide a maritime theme. A replica of the Keeper’s House will be built in
2008-2009 to house historical artifacts, a gift shop and space for educational programs.
The CLA meets on the first Tuesday of the month at the Carrabelle Public Library at 5:30 pm.
Carrabelle Lighthouse Association, P O Box 373, Carrabelle, Fl 32322
Email: sea_lght@yahoo.com. Web: www.crookedriverlighthouse.org.
The lighthouse is located at 1975 Hwy 98 West,
approximately 2 miles west of downtown Carrabelle.
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St. James Bay Golf Resort
In an area surrounded by miles of rivers, hundreds of acres of wetlands and the unspoiled
beauty of the Apalachicola National Forest - with over 90 acres of preserved wetlands on the
property – every effort was made to combine nature and lifestyle. The 18-hole championship
resort-style golf course designed by Robert Walker, blends into the natural setting of the wooded
environment. Robert Walker worked closely with the Audubon Society to create a course that
blends seamlessly and in complete harmony with acres of wetland preserve, abundant wildlife
and unspoiled forests - all an integral part of the property. St. James Bay has a pro shop that
includes a snack bar, golf apparel and rental clubs. The Crooked River Grill is open for dining
and also available for meetings and events. Professional golf instruction is also available with
their resident PGA Golf Pro. St. James Bay offers two lodging options ranging from our convenient
clubhouse Villas to the beautiful new Residences at St. James Bay luxury condominiums.
151 Laughing Gull Lane, Carrabelle
850-697-3595 I www.stjamesbay.com
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World’s Smallest
Police Station
In the early 1960s, Carrabelle’s police phone was located
in a call box that was bolted to a building at the corner of
Hwy. 98 and Tallahassee Street. During this time, the city
had problems with tourists making unauthorized long
distance calls on its police phone. Johnnie Mirabella,
the only St. Joe Telephone Co. employee in Carrabelle
at the time, moved the phone to another location,
but the illegal calls continued. So, when the phone
company made the decision to replace an old phone
booth with a new one, Mirabella decided to put the
policephone in the old booth.
On March 10, 1963 Mirabella, with the help of Curly
Messer, deputy sheriff at the time, moved the phone
booth to its current location on Hwy 98. There were a
couple of reasons for doing so - to protect police officers
from the elements, as well as curtail the illegal calls.
Unfortunately, the illegal phone calls continued to be
a problem and eventually the dial was removed from
the phone. Many hardships have been endured by the
retired St. Joe Company phone booth. Vandals have
ripped phones from the booth, shot holes through
its glass, it has been knocked over by a pickup truck
and knocked over and damaged by Hurricane Kate.
Adding insult to injury, a tourist once asked a gas
station attendant to help him load it into his vehicle
so he could take it back to Tennessee with him.
It has been featured on the television shows
“Real People”, “Ripley’s Believe It or Not’,
and the "Today Show”. It was also featured in the movie
“Tate’s Hell” produced at Florida State University.
We invite you to stop by and
take your picture in front of the
World’s Smallest Police Station

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Tate's Hell
Home of Heavenly Camping
Laurel Newman

Outdoors lovers and nature enthusiasts will find a lot to do and a lot to love about Franklin County's
Tate's Hell State Forest-whether it is miles of hiking trails, or even more miles of winding
waterways for canoeing or kayaking, or just drifting along with a hook and line. For those with
a need for speed, the state has established several dozen miles of trails set aside for off-highway
vehicles (OHVs) where they may be ridden.
In order to enjoy these many attractions, visitors can set up a camp at one of the many sites scattered
throughout the forest. Primitive camping sites (no electricity) and recreational areas are scattered along the
gentle curves of the Crooked River north of Carrabelle, all owning quaint countrified names, offering shaded
seclusion, fire pits or barbecues for cooking, a lovely view of a section of the cool green river, and most with
their own boat or canoe launches. Most of the camps are designated hunt camps, and must be reserved in
advance of hunting season, but the other, mixed use camps are available year-round on a daily basis for a mere
$5 fee per day.
They are the perfect destination to plan an extended family picnic, canoe trip, or just a way to escape a hot
day - lay in the cool shade on a riverbank and dull a few pan-size bream out of the water and fry them up for
a perfect lunch in the forest.
Tate’s Hell State Forest is part of the Florida Birding Trail visit: www.floridabirdingtrail.com/
Tate's Hell is listed on the Florida Paddling Trails in Region B, Segment 5 of the New Florida Circumnavigational
Saltwater Paddling Trail www.floridapaddlingtrails.com
For maps of Tate's Hell showing all the campsites and more information on reserving campsites,
visit the Tate's Hell Division of Forestry Carrabelle office at 290 Airport Road, Carrabelle.
Telephone: 850.697.3734 or visit their website at www.fl-dof.com/state_forests/tates_hell.html
Dwarf Cypress
Several unique stands of cypress wetlands are located within the forest. These cypress trees are documented
to be over 150 years old but only reach a mature height of approximately 15 feet, hence the name "dwarf cypress".
They are also referred to as "miniature" or "hat-rack" cypress. The Ralph G. Kendrick Boardwalk offers an
observation tower overlooking one of the most prolific areas.
The Ralph G. Kendrick Boardwalk offers a 30-ft tall (accessible) observation
ramp and tower overlooking one of the most prolific areas. Just minutes
to the west of Carrabelle by Highway 98, then 5 miles over forest roads
(always passable in calm weather), the little forest sits quietly in a 20-acre bowl
surrounded by “normal” pines. The experience of this sight is unforgettable.
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Cape St. George Light
Cape St. George
Lighthouse
The St. George Lighthouse was first built in 1833 at West Pass, and rebuilt
on Cape St. George in 1848. The second lighthouse fell during a hurricane
in 1851 and the third lighthouse was completed in 1852. The Light was
automated in 1949 and listed on the national Register of Historic Places
in 1974. The Coast Guard deactivated the light in 1994. Beach erosion
at the site of the lighthouse continually threatened the structure until it
collapsed on October 21, 2005. Remnants of the historic structure were
salvaged and the St. George Lighthouse Association led the effort to
reconstruct the lighthouse. Volunteers cleaned old mortar off more than
22,000 original bricks and assisted with reconstruction of the lantern room.
With extensive community support and public and private funding,
the Cape St. George Lighthouse was successfully rebuilt in 2008 at the
center of St. George Island.
The Cape St. George Light is located in St. George Lighthouse Park, next to
the St. George Island Visitor Center & Lighthouse Museum. The park
includes picnic pavilions, showers, restrooms, and a boardwalk to the
beach. The Visitor Center offers area information and a small exhibit
of lighthouse artifacts.
Contact Info: 2 East Gulf Beach Drive St. George Island
www.seestgeorgeisland.com
Email: info@seestgeorgeisland.com
850.927.7744 Toll Free 888.927.7744

Conveniently located in the heart
of Carrabelle. Serving the Forgotten Coast
from Alligator Point to Apalachicola.
David Zeigler, REALTOR ®
davidz@AnchorFL.com I 850-228-6091
314 St. James Avenue I Post Office Box 826
Carrabelle, FL 32322
Tiki Hut Restaurant
LET ME HELP YOU
DISCOVER THE
FORGOTTEN COAST
Charlotte Russell
TIMBER ISLAND REALTY INC.
#103 Marine Street
Carrabelle ,Fl. 32322
E-mail; tirealty@fairpoint.net
charlotte@forgottencoastrealestate.com
Office#850-697-3252
Cell # 850-370-6223
www.forgottencoastrealestate.com
Waterfront Dining on the Carrabelle River, serving fresh local
seafood, steaks and sandwiches. Come and watch the sunsets
on our waterfront patio and watch the dolphins swim in the river.
475 Timber Island Road • Carrabelle, FL 32322 • 850-697-3337

T H E
MOORINGS
AT C A R R A B E L L E
• Marina – Fuel, Bait, Ice, Pump out
• Wet Slips – Permanent/Transient
• Hotel /Condo Rentals
• Trailer Storage
We are a first-come,
first-serve marina,
open to the public.
1000 US Hwy 98 I Post Office M I Carrabelle, FL 32322
Phone 850.697.2800 I Toll Free 866.821.2248
www.mooringsatcarrabelle.com

Pandora Schlitt
Your Coastal Property Matchmaker
Pandora Schlitt
Prudential Resort Realty
Your Matchmaker
on the Forgotten Coast
850.653.6690
888.877.3161 Ext.123
www.theretreatatthreerivers.com
pandora@pandora-schlitt.com

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The area in and around Carrabelle has much to offer residents
and visitors alike. For more information, click the links below.
Parks and Beaches
Alligator Point: Secluded peninsula. Fifteen minute drive east
of Carrabelle. Beautiful uncrowded beaches.
Ft. Gadsen State Park: Is a historic battle site located
approximately 20 miles north of East Point on SR65. The fort
was a British base in the War of 1812, and overlooks the
Apalachicola River. Exhibits and replicas of the fort are on display, public facilities available.
Things to Do
Around Carrabelle
St. George Island State Park: Is a 20 minute drive west of Carrabelle. State Park, sugar sand beaches and dunes. This park includes
a series of trail boardwalks and observation platforms, allows the visitor to "see it all". Also bike trails available.
Ochlockonee State Park: A 392 acre park with public facilities, picnic areas, fishing and boat ramp. Canoe rental available.
Approximately 15 minutes east of Carrabelle.
Museums
Camp Gordon Johnston Museum: Operated by the Camp Gordon Johnston Association and located at 302 Marine Street across
from City Hall. The museum houses memorabilia, photographs, records and related historical information on the WW II
training facility. Information from the 4th, 28th and 38th Infantry Divisions, the 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 6th Amphibious Brigades
as well as all the related specialized units who trained at the camp is available for all to see. The museum is open on Saturdays
from 1000 hours till 1400 hours (10 am till 2 pm). The museum is dedicated to preserving the historical accuracy of the local
area's part in this crucial period of World history, as well as honoring its veterans. Admission is free to the public. Donations are
accepted. www.campgordonjohnston.com 850-697-8575
Other
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve: The ANERR is located in the Florida panhandle approximately
equidistant from Tallahassee and Panama City. Counties: Franklin, Gulf, Calhoun and Liberty. Nearby towns or cities:
Apalachicola, Eastpoint, Port St. Joe, and Wewahitchaka Adjacent roads: U.S. Hwy. 98, SR 65
http://www.dep.state.fl.us/coastal/sites/apalachicola/info.htm
FSU Coastal Marine Laboratory: Located on St. James Island in northwest Florida, the laboratory offers unique o
pportunities for research, education, and outreach on the Gulf of Mexico in a biologically diverse, pristine environment. Habitats
range from inshore oyster reefs to offshore patch reefs, from freshwater bogs to sea grass and salt marshes.
http://www.marinelab.fsu.edu/
Crooked River Lighthouse: Located west of town just past the Carrabelle Beach. The Carrabelle Lighthouse Association
will be leasing it from the City and plan to open it up to the public as soon as possible. You can drive back and look at it.
http://crookedriverlighthouse.org/
Dog Island: A small remote island only accessible by boat or plane. Spend a day with nature marshes and pine forests
or on sugar sand beaches.
Gulf Specimen Marine Laboratory: Features unique variety of Florida Marine Life, see the "See & Touch" tanks.
The organization is dedicated to scientific research, education and protection of our natural resources. 20 minutes east
of Carrabelle on US Hwy 98. www.gulfspecimen.org 850-984-5297
Wakulla Springs: Has jungle boat tours, glass bottom boats, nature trails, swimming and picnic area. This is a 40 minute drive
east of Carrabelle. www.wakullasprings.com 850-926-0600

Nourishing the Spirit
If you are one that finds peace and serenity in a daybreak or sunset,
we invite you to experience the joy found in walking on our unspoiled white-sand beaches
or sitting on the banks of one of our beautiful river marshes. However, if you prefer a more conventional worship
center, several are listed below and within their walls you will find the warmth
and friendliness that is characteristic of our community.
Church of God
1478 Hwy 67
Carrabelle, FL. 32322
Phone: 850-697-2790
Carrabelle Christian Center
136 River Rd.
Carrabelle, FL 32322
Phone: 850-697-3232
Carrabelle United Methodist
102 NE Ave B
Carrabelle, Fl. 32322
Phone: 850-697-3672
Church of the Ascension
(Episcopal)
110 NE 1st St.
Carrabelle, FL 32322
Phone: 850-697-4555
Area Churches
Sacred Heart Church
(Catholic)
2653 Hwy 98
Lanark Village
Carrabelle, FL. 32322
Fellowship Baptist
706 Ryan Dr.
Carrabelle, FL 32322
First Baptist Church
206 SE Ave A
Carrabelle, FL 32322
Phone: 850-697-3819
First Assembly of God
307 W 3rd St.
Carrabelle, Fl. 32322
Phone: 850-697-3595
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Events
St. George Island
Charity Chili Cookoff
1st Saturday in March
SGI Fire Department
850.927.2753
Camp Gordon Johnston Days
2nd Weekend in March
CGJ Museum
850.697.6575
www.campgordonjohnston.com
Eastpoint Rib Cookoff
3rd Weekend in March
Eastpoint Fire Department
850.670.9000
Carrabelle Riverfront Festival
4th Weekend in April
Carrabelle Chamber of Commerce
850.697.2585
www.carrabelle.org
Apalachicola Antique Boat Show
4th Saturday in April
Apalachicola Chamber of Commerce
850.653.9419

Big Bend Saltwater Classic
Father’s Day Weekend in June
www.saltwaterclassic.com
Kingfish Shoot Out
Fishing Tournament
3rd Weekend in September
C-Quarters Marina
850.697.8400
www.cquartersmarina.com
Oyster Spat Festival
2nd Weekend in October
St. George Island Merchants Association
www.oysterspat.com
Florida Seafood Festival
1st Weekend in November
Florida Seafood Festival Associatoin
850.653.8011
www.floridaseafoodfestival.com
Boat Parade of Lights
and Holiday on the Harbor
2nd Saturday in December
Carrabelle Area Chamber of Commerce
850.697.2585
www.carrabelle.org
Forgotten Coast
Black Beer Festival
Third Saturday in October
850.697.2585
www.carrabelle.org
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Boating and Fishing
Carrabelle, The Boating and Fishing Capitol of the Forgotten Coast.
Carrabelle, a peaceful fishing village where for many years, fishing has been a way of life, is located on the Gulf Coast
panhandle just an hour’s drive southwest of Tallahassee. Here you will find some of the finest fishing in the world
... both fresh and saltwater.
There are several fully equipped marinas, which cater to boaters and fishermen that visit the area. Carrabelle has
five full-service marinas with over 225 wet slips, 355 dry stack slips and 150 boat/trailer storage. Two public boat
ramps: Timber Island and Fourth Street and two private boat ramps: Moorings Marina and Dockside Marine.
Angling possibilities abound and charter boats are readily available for offshore or bay fishing. Or, you may wish
to head upriver where even a novice angler can find plenty of action. Numerous sloughs and streams feed the
rivers around this area and bass fishing here is excellent. You will also find that catfish, as well as an endless variety
of pan fish ... shellcrackers, bluegills and stumpknockers ... are just waiting for you to drop that bait.
Spring and early summer are a fly fisherman’s heaven here. As for saltwater anglers, there are almost endless choices,
both in the bay and offshore. Starting with the bay, some of the more popular species are speckled trout, redfish
and sharks. Late fall, early winter is the best time to fish for speckled trout but they do bite all year long. Redfish
can be found in some of the same places as speckled trout. Your best bets are oyster bars at the change of tide and
the mouth of creeks with oyster bars leading into the marshes. Blacktip sharks like to cruise Ballast Cove off
Dog Island and you may also find larger sharks at both ends of Dog Island. Heading offshore, you will find a number
of reefs, both artificial and manmade. Many of the reefs are marked on charts readily available at the marinas and
bait shops here in town. Two of the more popular saltwater fish that anglers will find here are gag grouper and
red grouper, usually found on the closer reefs. A little further offshore you will find amberjack, cobia, wahoo,
dolphin, red snapper, king and Spanish mackerel, pompano and countless others.
If you do not have a boat and charters are not for you, you may still enjoy surf fishing at one of the local beaches
in our area. Surf and bay fishing may yield catches of flounder, redfish, pompano and at times Spanish mackerel.
So, we invite you to come and participate in our little bit of paradise. Breathe in the salt air as you ride the waves
of the Gulf Coast. Here you will find a place to rejuvenate body, spirit and mind, make new memories a and take
in some of the most beautiful sunsets that you will ever experience.
These are just a few of the gifts awaiting you here. We’ll let you discover
some of the others on your own once you arrive!

Fishing Tournaments
Carrabelle is home to several fishing tournaments throughout the year:
Big Bend Saltwater Classic Tournament is held Father’s Day weekend in June. This tournament attracts 700 anglers
and benefits OAR (Organization for Artificial Reefs). The headquarters is The Carrabelle Boat Club.
Visit www.saltwaterclassic.com for more information or call 850.216.2272
C-Quarters Marina Kingfish Shootout Tournament is held the fourth weekend in September. All profits go
to the Leukemia Foundation. Visit www.cquartersmarina.com or call 850.697.8400.
Youth Fishing Tournament is held the third Saturday in July at the C-Quarters Marina for youth 15 and under.
For more information contact the marina at 850.697.8400.
Fishing License Info
Fishing Licenses are sold in the County Tax Collector’s Office and many bait and tackle shops.
Licenses can also be obtained over the phone bydialing 1-888-347-4356.
Non-Resident
Saltwater 3 - day $17.00
Freshwater 3 - day $17.00
Saltwater 7 - day $30.00
Freshwater 7 - day $30.00
Saltwater 1 - year $47.00
Freshwater 1 - year $47.00
Florida Resident
Saltwater 1 - year $17.00
Freshwater 1 - year $17.00
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Dog Island
Dog Island, the jewel-like barrier island that protects Carrabelle from the fury of the Gulf waters,
is best known to visitors for its pristine white sand beaches, good shelling, crabbing and shore
fishing, and as a superior beach-picnic and recreational boating base.
There are about 100 homes on the island, although most of them are vacation homes, there are
30-33 full-time residents, most of whom practice xeriscaping(use of native vegetation for
landscaping) for their sand-swept residences.
Visitors can enjoy the barrier island beauty by boat or airplane, and though there are no typical
tourist amenities: no food, public restrooms, and limited rooming (which must be arranged in
advance through a local agency) there is plenty for the out-doors and beach-lover.
Birdwatching (especially shore species) opportunities are endless, beach and coastal hiking, and
wildlife and natural habitats give endless hours of photography and sketch artists opportunities.
Some of the best sunsets anywhere visit there year-round, and at least one famous artist resides
there and takes full advantage of the natural beauty for his subject matter.
Perfect Florida dune habitat strews the sandy "hills' with all manner of native vegetation,
the golden waves of sea oats topping the list. (No picking the sea oats; no walking over the dunes,
no dogs allowed)
For picnicking or camping, locals favor the far points of either end, the west end (at the pass)
best for day trips, shore fishing, and crabbing (in season). The east end (with shifting sand banks
under the blue waters, approach by boat at your peril!) camping, shelling, and beach-bumming.
Dog Island is approximately 6 1/2 miles long and up to ¾ mile wide, emcompassing 1,842 acres.

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Birding
CARRABELLE about an hour southwest of Tallahassee, is in an area that is a little-known stopover for migrant birds
crossing the Gulf of Mexico on their way north. Carrabelle is a quaint fishing town that overlooks an estuary with
American oystercatchers and brown pelicans - and you may, driving just a short distance either east or west, find parks,
reserves and birds, birds, and more birds.
DOG ISLAND is a barrier island accessible only by water-taxi, boat or plane. On this island you may encounter herons,
egrets, terns, shorebirds, loons, grebes, ducks, kingfishers, wrens, sparrows and warblers. It is truly worth a boat trip!
TATES HELL STATE FOREST is one continuous tract of land comprising over 202,000 acres. Many species
of wildlife make their home in the forest. Those with confirmed sightings on Tate's Hell State Forest that are currently
listed as threatened, endangered or species of special concern are: bald eagle and red-cockaded woodpecker. Tates Hell
State’s Forest is on the Great Florida Birding Trail.
BALD POINT Tidal marshes along northwestern Bald Point offer unobstructed views over a flat terrain of needle rush
and saw grass, and provide rich feeding grounds for land and seabirds such as bald eagles, osprey and migrating falcon
and is a draw for gallinules, tricolor herons, limpkins, anhinga, nesting yellow-crowned night herons, pied-billed grebes,
and great egrets
ST. GEORGE ISLAND just 25 miles west of Carrabelle is a narrow barrier island containing a beautiful state park.
Here you may find American oystercatchers, pine, Cape May and prothonotary warblers, green and great blue herons,
orchard orioles, blue grosbeaks, and red-eyed and white-eyed vireos. Osprey, great crested flycatchers, Sandwich and
Forsterís terns are also a possibility. This island is famous for the oystercatchers nesting on the causeway leading
to the island.
ST. MARKS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE is 47 miles east of Carrabelle
and is the largest coastal refuge. Here you will find white ibis, eastern kingbirds,
wood ducks, night herons, bluebirds, pine warblers, swallow-tailed kite, wood storks
(an endangered species), migrating hawks, red-cockaded woodpeckers, Bachman’s
sparrows, blue winged teals, woodstocks, bald eagles, red-tailed hawks and red-shouldered
hawks in season. Wintering marbled godwits, snow geese, white pelicans and red
headed ducks also stop over. Purple gallinules, terns, cormorants, brown pelicans and
gulls loaf here year-round.

OCHLOCKONEE RIVER STATE PARK is a beautiful and peaceful
park situated at theconfluence of the Ochlocknee and Dead Rivers and
Big Tide Creek, just 10 miles from the coast and a short distance from Carrabelle.
It provides productive birding with easy walking trails - where you may see the
endangered red cockaded woodpecker cavity trees, marked by white bands.
APALACHICOLA NATIONAL ESTUARINE RESERVE During spring and fall
migrations the wetland communities provide good birding spots. In certain areas, you may
well observe a bald eagle or osprey over the water, as well as, wood duck, wading birds,
red-shouldered hawk, barred owl, swallow tailed and Mississippi kites, hairy and pileated
woodpeckers and Acadian flycatchers. In the pine flatwoods, look for brown-headed nuthatch,
pinewarbler, red-bellied woodpecker, southeastern American Kestrel, and Bachman’s sparrows.
Unrushed, uncrowded, with many parks and refuges,
Florida’s Forgotten Coast is home to many species
and we invite you to come and experience
the wonders of nature offered by our area.
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Alligator Point
“Alligator Point” – the name inspires curiosity, and the landscape merits further exploration. This pristine coastal
community is located just an hour from Tallahassee, but is countless worlds away. The usual trappings of strip malls,
movie theaters, nightclubs and your overscheduled life are beautifully absent here, and once you step anywhere on our
8-mile stretch of unspoiled, white-powder sand beaches, we guarantee you’ll gain a new perspective.
Alligator Point is surrounded by 5,000 acres of the Bald Point State Park. This well-protected land offers an unrivaled
encounter with Florida's natural habitat. Sea oat-covered sand dunes, marsh and pond habitats and pine forest make
this area perfect for bird watching and wildlife observation. Spring and fall migrations bring birds and butterflies alike.
Buntings, tanagers, grosbeaks, bald eagles, scissor-tailed flycatchers, and swallow-tailed kites are but a few of the feathered
visitors to our area. Owls, osprey, pileated woodpeckers and many others are residents here. The varied landscape also
offers sanctuary for animals such as the black bear, bobcats, white-tailed deer, coyote, otters, manatees, a host of smaller
animals and of course, alligators.
The absence of noise and glaring lights make prime relaxation and exquisite stargazing main attractions, but if you’d
rather take a more active role in your entertainment, kayaking, boating and fishing are terrific alternatives. Fly fish for
tarpon, chase red fish and trout, or fish offshore for grouper, mackerel, amberjack, cobia and snapper. Alligator Point
offers both protected boating in the Alligator Harbor Aquatic Preserve and deep water fishing in the Gulf of Mexico.
Alligator Point Yacht Basin is a full-service marina conveniently located on Alligator Point.
After a day of doing as little or as much as you like, be sure to take full advantage of our proximity to superior seafood.
Whether you choose fresh fish, shrimp, oysters or crabs from our nearby seafood markets to prepare yourself or you
enjoy the convenience of skillfully prepared dishes from the unlimited array of local restaurants, you’ll agree that
you’ve never had fresher.
Many of our visitors marvel at how such an untainted place could exist in
Florida and why more people don’t know about it. Haven’t they
answered their own question and wouldn’t it be great to be one of
the few who wonders the same thing? Now that you know we’re here,
discover for yourself what makes this place so special.

Bald Point State Park
While visiting Alligator Point be sure to visit Bald Point State Park.
The park offers a multitude of land and water activities.
Coastal marshes, pine flatwoods, and oak thickets foster a diversity
of biological communities that make the park a popular destination
for birding and wildlife viewing. Every fall, bald eagles, other migrating
raptors, and monarch butterflies are commonly sighted as they head
south for the winter. Bald Point offers access to two Apalachee Bay beaches
for swimming, sunbathing, and fishing. Other activities include canoeing,
kayaking, windsurfing, and hiking. Facilities include a fishing dock
and picnic pavilions.
For more information:
850.349.9146
www. floridastateparks.org/baldpoint/default.cfm
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Camp Gordon
Johnston Museum
On June 6, 1944, just hours before the start of the D-Day invasions of Europe,
General Dwight D. Eisenhower spoke to the Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen of the
Allied Expeditionary Force. He started his address to these brave young men by saying,
"You are about to embark upon the Great Crusade, toward which we have striven these
many months.” But where did this Crusade begin for these young men? What brought
a mid-western farmer, West Virginia coal miner and young steel mill worker from
Pennsylvania to these European and later Pacific beaches?
Where did these young men train for this "Great Crusade?” For many, this crusade
started on Florida's Forgotten Coast. For four years, (acres) of beaches and woods along
the shores of North Florida were converted to a base with the sole purpose of training
amphibious soldiers and their support groups. Originally named Camp Carrabelle after
the community it took over, and later named Camp Gordon Johnston, this facility
trained over a quarter million men for amphibious assaults during World War II
Camp Gordon Johnston opened in 1942 and closed in June of 1946. The Camp Gordon
Johnston Museum is located in downtown Carrabelle. The museum promotes not only
the history of World War II, but also portrays the gigantic effort that our nation poured
into this conflict. The Camp Gordon Johnston Museum has compiled an extensive history
of the various units that trained here, as well as photographic displays of the area and life as
it existed at the camp. Furthermore, The Camp Gordon Johnston veterans have contributed
the artifacts brought back from battles overseas, along with uniforms, mess kits, and all
sorts of souvenirs. It is a must see for anyone visiting this area. It is located on 302 Marine
Street in downtown Carrabelle along the riverfront.

For more information, please contact the Camp Gordon Johnston Association,
P.O. Box 1334, Carrabelle, Florida
www.campgordonjohnston.com 850.697.8575
The museum’s role is to preserve
the heritage of the men who trained
at the camp during World War II.
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St. George Island
On St. George Island, a tide chart is more important than an alarm clock. Who would have thought that a
four-mile drive over a bridge could take you so far way?
While here, camp at the State Park, rent a hotel room, or reserve a villa or spacious home on the bay, beach, or in-between.
Bring your pet. St. George Island is one of the few beaches that allows pets, and many vacation homes are pet-friendly.
You’re on island time on St. George. There are 20 miles of beach on the gulfside, and miles of marsh, inlets and oyster
bars on the bayside. Swim in the clear gulf waters. Get a tan. Walk for hours on the beach. Kayak in bayside marshes
or go for an exciting ride in the beach breakers. Rent a boat, a bike, or a scooter, or bring your own. Walk, jog or ride
along quiet streets or on cleared wooded trails. Build sandcastles. See dolphins perform spontaneous aerial shows
barely offshore. In October, watch clouds of migrating Monarch butterflies as they drift across the island. Enjoy glorious
sunrises and sunsets. At night, gaze at more stars then you ever imagined possible. Or just sprawl out in your beach
chair and relax.
When you want to get out and about, shop at interesting and distinctive island stores where you can purchase beachwear
or beachfare, baked goods, garden plants, spices, groceries, vegetables, jewelry, libations, and art. Have your picture
taken or your hair styled. Attend a local church. Join in a holiday parade! Be sure to stop by the visitor center and see
the reconstructed Cape St. George lighthouse.
The fishing is great. The off-shore catch may include grouper, snapper, amberjack and cobia, to name a few favorites.
From the shore, reel in redfish, sea trout, flounder and more. And don’t miss the pompano run in the spring! Whether
with a guide or by yourself, hang on tight! Arrange for your charter captain to clean your catch or do it yourself.
Sometimes though, you want it easy. If you’d rather that someone else caught your dinner, just-off-the-boat fish is available
at the grocery and roadside stands. If you prefer to eat out, the raw bar and local restaurants specialize in serving the
local catch in every style. Make sure you try some Apalachicola Bay oysters, the best in the world! And there’s always
fresh wild shrimp. Subs and pizza are also available. After dinner, stop for an ice cream or visit a local nightspot for
conversation and entertainment.
St. George Island State Park is a gem in the Florida park system. It includes nine miles of beaches; the eastern-most five
are accessible only by foot. You can camp, picnic at the pavilions, hike, fish, look for sea shells, or just relax. And bring
your binoculars! In spring and fall, scarlet tanagers, indigo buntings, Baltimore orioles, cedar waxwings and dozens of
other migratory species stop by. Bald eagles, owls, and osprey live here year-round, along with cardinals, towhees and
many other colorful and busy species. Along the beach, there are
scolding sea gulls, diving brown pelicans and scooting shore birds.
From May to November, take a morning walk on the beach and
look for the tracks of sea turtles that struggled ashore during the
night to lay eggs. Later in the season, see the much smaller tracks
of hatchlings struggling just as hard to get back to the sea. Enjoy,
but keep your distance. It’s important that people and dogs stay
away from the turtles, their nests, and the babies.
Special events include the regional Chili Cookoff the first week of
March and the Oyster Spat Festival during the long Columbus Day
weekend. Lots of tasting for charity for charity at the first and family
fun at the second.
You’re welcome here. Join us for a week or a month or forever and
share that special “St. George” feeling

Contact info:
St. George Island Visitor Center
& Lighthouse Museum
2 E. Gulf Beach Dr.
St. George Island, FL 32328
sgilight@fairpoint.net
Elaine Rosenthal, Executive Director
www.seestgeorgeisland.com
850-927-7744 888-927-7744
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MEMBERSHIP
DIRECTORY
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ACCOMMODATIONS
Carrabelle Palms RV Park
(850) 697-2638
Franklin Inn at Carrabelle
(850) 697-4000
Georgian Motel
(850) 697-3410
Moorings Marina/SeaChange
(850) 697-2800
Old Carrabelle Hotel (B&B)
(850) 697-9010
ACCOUNTING
Marxsen Accounting
(850) 697-2542
ARTISTS
ART GALLERIES-ANTIQUES
Penny Anderson
(850) 697-3921
Carrabelle Artists Association
(850) 697-4491
Miller’s Antiques
(850) 697-3751
Moore Treasures
(850) 697-4491
ASSOCIATIONS-ORGANIZATIONS
Big Bend Hospice
(850) 926-9308
Camp Gordon Johnston Assoc.
(850) 697-8575
Capital Area Chapter American Red Cross
(850) 878-6080
Carrabelle Lighthouse Association
(850) 697-9790
FSU Coastal & Marine Laboratory
(850) 697-4120
Franklin County Republican Committee
(850) 927-2770
Franklin County Senior Citizens Council
(850) 697-3760
Franklin’s Promise Coalition
(850) 653-3930
Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce
(850) 224-8116
Sea Oats Garden Club
(850) 697-9790
St. George Island Business Association
(850) 653-6875
St. George Island Visitor’s Center
(850) 927-7744
Wakulla County Chamber of Commerce
(850) 926-1848
ATTORNEYS
Charles Curran, PA
(850) 697-5333
Daniel H. Cox, PA
(850) 697-5555
Smith, Thompson, Shaw & Manausa, PA
(850) 402-4100
BAIT-TACKLE-SEAFOOD SALES
C-Quarters Marine Store
(850) 697-8400
Fisherman’s Choice
(850) 670-8808
CHARTER FISHING-DIVING
& GUIDE SERVICES
Book Me A Charter
(850) 653-2622
Carrabelle Charters
(850) 528-1926
Expeditions in Tate’s Hell
(850) 697-2434
Last Cast Charters
(850) 962-9956
Les Hassel Excursions
(850) 697-5555
Natural World Charters, LLC
(850) 228-9060
Z-Horse Charters
(850) 228-6091
CHURCHES
(see separate listing)
CONSTRUCTION-CONTRACTORS
BEC & Company
(850) 528-2299
Gene Strickland, LLC
(850) 528-4992
DEVELOPMENT
COMPANIES/DEVELOPMENTS
Mask Development
(850) 566-6761
ELECTRICIANS-HEAT
& AIR CONDITIONING
Alternative Electric Company, LLC
(850) 927-4610
Air Con of Wakulla, LLC
(850) 926-5592
Barineau HTG &A/C Inc.
(850) 580-4029
R. Gray & Assoc. Inc.
(850) 653-7186
FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
Coastal Community Bank
(850) 697-4500
Gulf State Community Bank
(850) 697-3395
GOLF COURSES
St. James Bay Golf Course
(850) 697-9606
GROCERY STORES – DELI-BAKERY
Cakes By Amy
(850) 697-2077
The Market Place
(St. George Island)
(850) 927-2808
INDUSTRY-SERVICES
2K Web Group
(850) 653-1122
Amy’s Promos
(850) 697-5161
At Your Service Concierge
(850) 591-5255
AT&T Advertising & Publishing
(850) 471-5154
Daybreak Massage
(850) 766-1087
Florida Business Products
(850) 926-3302
Franklin Mini Storage
(850) 697-3501
Garden’s Inc.
(850) 653-1777
Georgia’s Notary Services
(850) 697-2366
Gpik, LLC
(850) 927-4747
Jackson’s Auto Parts & Ace Hardware
(850) 697-3332
Les Hassel Excursions
(850) 697-5555
Network Tallahassee (Internet Services)
(850) 671-4007
Nice Car of Forgotten Coast, LLC
(850) 697-4383
Norm’s Lawn Service
(850) 320-4126
Pioneer Telephone Directories Corp.
(334) 794-4129
Royce Rolstad Photography
(850) 653-5586
Seminole Safe N Secure Storage
(850) 670-4505
Sol Verde Renewable Energy Solutions, LLC
(850) 323-0448
Trusteria.com
(850) 877-8885
Unique Nails & More
(850) 670-4000
VMS Maintenance Systems
(850) 379-3700
Waste Management
(850) 874-1019
INSURANCE
Barber Insurance Agency
(850) 697-5110
Cook Insurance Agency, Inc.
(850) 697-3473
Marks Insurance Agency, Inc.
(850) 653-2161
MARINAS-MARINE SERVICES
Allen’s Dockside Marine, Inc.
(850) 697-3337
C-Quarters Marina
(850) 697-8400
Carrabelle Marina
(850) 697-3351
Moorings Marina/SeaChange
(850) 697-2800
TowBoat U.S. Carrabelle-St. Marks
(850) 697-8909
MEDICAL SERVICES-COUNSELING
Big Bend Hospice
(850) 926-9308
Coastal Foot & Ankle Clinic
(Apalachicola)
(850) 653-3338
George E. Weems Memorial Hospital
(850) 653-8853
James Magee III, DDS
(850) 697-2273
NHC Home Health Care
(850) 697-2400
MORTGAGE COMPANIES
Chollet Ramsey, Bank of America
(850) 927-4812
NEWSPAPERS/MAGAZINES
Apalachicola/Carrabelle Times
(850) 653-2273

Forgotten Coast Magazine
(850) 556-5449
The Franklin Chronicle
(850) 670-4377
PRINTERS/GRAPHIC DESIGN/SIGNS
Amy’s Promos
(850) 697-5161
Bay Media Services
(850) 653-9020
Boyd Brothers Printing
(850) 763-1741
Prism Publications
(850) 914-9488
REAL ESTATE
Angler’s Harbor
(850) 544-2504
Bayside Realty, Inc.
(850) 697-3919
BeachRealty.net
(800) 833-1673
Bill Miller Realty
(850) 697-3751
Carrabelle Coastal Properties
(850) 697-5444
Century 21 Collins Realty
(850) 927-5469
Coastal Gems Real Estate
(850) 926-1340
Coldwell Banker Forgotten Coast Realty
(850) 899-9988
Gordon K. Adkins, Realtor
(850) 927-4000
Harbor Point Realty
(850) 349-9599
Ochlockonee Bay Realty, Inc.
(850) 984-0001
Pandora Schlitt, Realtor
(850) 927-3161
Prudential Resort Realty
(850) 927-2666
Rae Roeder Realty
(850) 681-3101
Realtors Assoc.of Franklin & So.
Gulf Counties
(850) 653-3322
Sandy Beach Properties
(850) 697-5300
Sea Crest Realty, Inc.
(850) 697-9604
Seaside Village
(850) 697-6970
Shaun S, Donahoe
(850) 653-8330
RESTAURANTS-LOUNGES
COFFEE HOUSES
Cakes By Amy
(850) 697-2077
Carrabelle Junction
(850) 697-9550
Chef Eddie’s Magnolia Grill
(850) 653-8000
Fisherman’s Wife
(850) 697-4533
Harry A’s Restaurant & Bar
(850) 927-3400
Harry’s Bar & Package Store
(850) 697-9982
Hog Wild BBQ
(850) 697-2776
Home Town BP & Deli
(850) 697-5111
Pirates Tiki Hut
(850) 697-4331
That Place On 98
(850) 670-9898
The Funky Oyster Shack
(850) 697-2324
TITLE COMPANIES
Tallahassee Title Group, LLC
(850) 580-2222
TRANSPORTATION
At Your Service Concierge
(850) 591-5255
Tow Boat U.S.
Carrabelle-St. Marks
(850) 697-8909
VACATION RENTALS
Angler’s Harbor
(850) 544-2504
Boop’s Landing
(850) 899-3175
Collins Vacation Rentals (SGI)
(850) 927-5469
Harbor Point Vacation Rentals
(850) 349-9599
Home Away Vacation Rentals (SGI)
(512) 493-0382
Jasmine-By-The-Sea
(850) 697-8593
Chip Kaye
(404) 266-0067
Resort Vacation Properties
of St. George Island
(850) 927-2322
Sandy Beach Properties
(850) 697-5300
The Villas at St. James Bay
(850) 697-9606
VETERINARIAN
Apalachicola Bay Animal Clinic
(850) 670-8306
ASSOCIATE MEMBERS
Sheila Hauser
(850) 251-0445
Sharon Thoman
(850) 697-2220
INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS
Don & Pam Ashley
(850) 697- 8993
R. Bruce Barnes
(850) 927-3262
Kathi Jones
(850) 877-2994
Adrian & Mary Claire Lovell
(850) 697-8567
William & Wanda Rose
(850) 545-5852
Oryan Speed
(850) 653-8156
Leon Wiesener
(850) 697-9620
Suzanne Zimmerman
(850) 697-8974
Jack & Carol Zurawka
(850) 697-9183
RELOCATION INFORMATION
EDUCATION
Franklin County Board of Education
(850) 653-8831
Franklin County Consolidated Schools
(850) 670-2800
Franklin County Literacy Program
(850) 670-4481
Franklin County Public Library-Carrabelle
Branch
(850) 697-2366
Gulf Coast Community College
(850) 872-3800
Gulf Coast Workforce Board
(850) 913-3285
EMERGENCIES
Carrabelle Fire Dept. 911
Emergency Management
(850) 653-8977
Lanark-St. James Fire Dept.
(850) 697-3227
Police Department
(850) 697-3691
Sheriff’s Department
(850) 697-2113
GOVERNMENT
Carrabelle Post Office
(850) 697-3339
City of Carrabelle
(850) 697-3618
City Commissioners
(850) 697-2727
Community Development
(850) 697-3307
County Commissioners
(850) 653-2227
Court House Annex-Carrabelle
(850) 697-3263
Florida Fish & Wildlife
(850) 697-3741
Franklin County Landfill
(850) 670-8167
Franklin County Health Dept.
(850) 697-4121
Lanark Village Post Office
(850) 697-2751
Planning & Zoning
(850) 653-9783
Property Appraiser-Tax Collector
(850) 697-3263
Supervisor of Elections
(850) 697-3263
UTILITIES
Eveready Gas Co.
(850) 697-3334
FairPoint Communication-Telecommunication
(850) 229-7355
Mediacom-Telecommunications
(850) 934-7700
Progress Energy-Electric
(850) 342-2348
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L AW O F F I C E S O F
Charles A. Curran, P.A.
•Wills and Estates
•Real Estate
•Construction Insurance
•Civil Litigation/Personal Injury
P O Box 549 Carrabelle, Florida 32322 I 106 Tallahassee Street
Telephone: 850.697.5333 I Fax: 850.697.5558
Email: charlescurran@att.net
Fisherman’s Choice
BAIT 4 TACKLE 4 SEAFOOD
Charles Pennycuff & Rex Pennycuff
P O Box 274 • 330 Highway 98 • Easptoint, Fl 32328
Tel: 850.670.8808 • www.bestbaitintown.com
Hog Wild Bar-B-Q
PORK•CHICKEN•BEEF•TURKEY•RIBS
Hickory smoked the old fashion way with
all the fixins prepared from our own recipes
Lunch Buffet:
A boatload of meats & veggies.
All You Can Eat.
Now Serving some of the best seafood on the coast
& Ice Cold Beer. Home of Hobos’s Ice Cream.
“Worth Driving 100 Miles For”
1593 West Highway 98 • Carrabelle, Florida 32322
850.697.2776 • Email: khogwild@gtcom.net

Riverview
Restaurant
•Riverfront View
•Family Atmosphere
•Local Fresh Seafood and Steaks
•Pizza and Real Beef Burgers
•Dine In and Carry Out
•Dailey Specials
•Deliver in the Carrabelle area
•Shuttle Service Available
600 Marine Street (Next Door to Wicked Willie’s)
850.697.8488 Wicked Willie’s
850.697.8480 Riverview
Carrabelle, Florida
Located On the Carrabelle River
In The Center of Town
Full-service Marina
• Ships Store
• 67 Slips for Boats
up to 53 feet
• Fuel - Pump Out Station
• Laundry and Showers
• Transients Welcome
Kingfish Shootout Tournament
Supports the Leukemia Foundation
Last Weekend in September
501 N W Avenue A, Hwy 98
850.697.8400 • www.cquartersmarina.com
LAST CAST CHARTERS
Light Tackle
Bay and Flats Fishing
Carrabelle to Ochlockonee Bay
Inshore Grouper Trips
Scenic Water Tours
Captain Terry Caruthers
850.251.5571 I www.LastCastCharters.us
CARRABELLE MARINA
803 N. W. Ave. A, Hwy 98 I P O Drawer BB
Carrabelle, Florida 32322
850.697.3351 I www.carrabellemarina.com
FROM 18’ TO 36’
USCG 1119905
SALES AND SERVICE OFFERING
A FULL LINE OF GRADY WHITE
Y-DRY STORAGE - WET SLIPS
BRUCE SHAFFER, GENERAL MANAGER

Bringing Fun and Fishing together
Covering the waters of the Forgotten Coast
From 6" to 60 Fathom.
Come Fish, Dive, Snorkel or Cruise!
Captain Kamen Miller, U. S. C. G. Licensed and Master Captain
All charters include:
• Saltwater Fishing license's
• Quality Rods, Reels, lures, bait
(you may bring your own Rod & Reel if you desire)
• Professional Captain/Guide
• Cooler with ice for your drinks/lunch
• A day of fishing fun
* Children are welcome aboard all of our boats
** For parties of more than two anglers fish cleaning
is available for an additional fee
• Pressure Drop 46’ • Panga 26' • Hewes Redfisher 16'
carrabellecharters@comcast.net

St. James Bay Health
& Rehabilitation Center
Services offered:
• Skilled, Intermediate and Hospice Care
• Personal Assistance with Activities of Daily living
• Private and Semi-Private Rooms
• Physical Therapy
• Occupational Therapy
• Speech Therapy
• Medical Nutrition Therapy
• Restorative Care Program
• Respite Care
• Registered Dietician Services
• Housekeeping and Laundry Services
• Beauty and Barber Shop
• Cable TV
• Transportation Services
• Activities Program
• Planned Social Activities and Events
• Medical Director of Staff
• Medicaid, Medicare, Private Pay and Qualified Insurance
239 Crooked River Rd, Carrabelle, FL 32322
8 5 0 . 6 9 7. 2141