• Beach walkway to white sandy beach and bluegreen waters

    Gulf Islands

    National Seashore FL,MS

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  • Partial Closure on Horn Island

    Small portion of Horn Island, Mississippi, closed to entry due to discovery of asbestos and possible other bio hazards. Click on more for map and press release. More »

  • Park Closures

    Restrooms, and Visitor Center closures due to the impact of Seqestration. More »

Curriculum Materials

Gulf Islands National Seashore Activity Guides for Teachers
4th - 5th

Fort Pickens and the Outbreak of the Civil War
3rd - 6th grade

Woodland Wonders-Exploration Guide Book
Self guided handbook for the Naval Live Oaks Area
K - 2nd grade

Wilderness Curriculum Guide

 

Good source for educators to learn about National Parks and numerous curriculum based programs for classroom use.

http://www.nps.gov/learn/

Did You Know?

Live oak trees are strong and durable.

In 1828, John Q. Adams designated the Naval Live Oaks Area of Gulf Islands National Seashore as the first United States tree farm.  Live oak trees are known for their incredible density and resistance to disease. They provided durable wood for the construction of early naval vessels.