https://www.nps.gov/cuis News releases from Cumberland Island National Seashore. en-us https://www.nps.gov/jela/learn/news/2026-03-20-opportunities-for-invasive-species-management.htm Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:58:00 EST The National Park Service is expanding opportunities for qualified volunteers and permitted participants to assist with the management and humane removal of invasive and overabundant species at Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve in Louisiana, and Cumberland Island National Seashore in Georgia. https://www.nps.gov/jela/learn/news/2026-03-20-opportunities-for-invasive-species-management.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2026-01-29-vum-comment-extended.htm Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:25:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore (Park) has extended the public comment period on the Visitor Use Management Plan to Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2026-01-29-vum-comment-extended.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2026-01-06-vum-final-public-engagement.htm Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:22:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore (Park) is providing the public with a final opportunity to comment on the Visitor Use Management Plan from Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026, to Friday, Feb. 6, 2026. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2026-01-06-vum-final-public-engagement.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/plum-orchard-dock-opening.htm Wed, 28 May 2025 12:20:00 EST Plum Orchard reopens after work to stabilize the shoreline through bioengineering, livable landscape and plantings. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/plum-orchard-dock-opening.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/5-2025-cuis-parking-lot-rehab.htm Wed, 28 May 2025 10:04:00 EST Closure of mainland parking lot for construction and rehab https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/5-2025-cuis-parking-lot-rehab.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2025-05-27-plum-orchard-dock.htm Tue, 27 May 2025 12:14:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore will close Plum Orchard Dock for living shoreline work starting Tuesday, February 18, 2025. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2025-05-27-plum-orchard-dock.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/c-ruckdeschel-collection-transfer-2024.htm Thu, 14 Nov 2024 11:19:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore will begin the process of cataloging and curating the natural and cultural resources collected by long-time island resident Carol Ruckdeschel. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/c-ruckdeschel-collection-transfer-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2024-11-12-ruckdeschel-collection.htm Tue, 12 Nov 2024 11:04:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore (the Park), a unit of the National Park Service (NPS) will begin the process of cataloging and curating the natural and cultural resources collected by long-time island resident Carol Ruckdeschel. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2024-11-12-ruckdeschel-collection.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/veteran-and-active-duty-hunt-fee-waiver-2024.htm Thu, 24 Oct 2024 05:56:00 EST To honor their service, military members have hunt fee waived https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/veteran-and-active-duty-hunt-fee-waiver-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-ns-will-reopen-october-12-2024-following-hurricane-milton.htm Fri, 11 Oct 2024 12:51:00 EST Park reopens for day trips, Lands & Legacies tours and camping at Sea Camp and Stafford Beach. Wilderness sites and trails north of Stafford Beach closed for cleanup https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-ns-will-reopen-october-12-2024-following-hurricane-milton.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-to-close-in-preparation-for-hurricane-milton.htm Tue, 08 Oct 2024 08:33:00 EST (St. Marys, GA)-In preparation of Hurricane Milton and the subsequent impacts to Camden County, Cumberland Island National Seashore will be closed starting on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 until further notice. A mandatory evacuation is in place. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-to-close-in-preparation-for-hurricane-milton.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/post-helene-reopening.htm Sat, 05 Oct 2024 11:25:00 EST The island opens to day visitors after storm cleanup. The north end of the island is closed to visitation as cleanup continues. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/post-helene-reopening.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-extends-public-feedback-period-on-proposed-land-exchanges.htm Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:18:00 EST St. Marys, GA – Cumberland Island National Seashore (the Park), a unit of the national park system is seeking public feedback on four proposed land exchanges during a civic engagement period. Within the legislative boundary of the Park there are portions of the island that are state owned, privately owned, or owned by other federal entities. By exchanging property with private landowners, the NPS seeks to relocate private interests to other areas where it is more appropriate and less impactful on visitors https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-extends-public-feedback-period-on-proposed-land-exchanges.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-extends-initial-public-feedback-period-on-proposed-land-exchanges.htm Wed, 02 Oct 2024 06:56:00 EST St. Marys, GA – Cumberland Island National Seashore (the Park), a unit of the national park system is seeking public feedback on four proposed land exchanges during a civic engagement period. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-extends-initial-public-feedback-period-on-proposed-land-exchanges.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-to-close-in-preparation-for-hurricane-helene.htm Tue, 24 Sep 2024 09:14:00 EST (St. Marys, GA)-In preparation of hurricane Helene and the subsequent impacts to Camden County, Cumberland Island National Seashore will be closed on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. A mandatory evacuation is in place https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-to-close-in-preparation-for-hurricane-helene.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-seeks-public-feedback.htm Thu, 05 Sep 2024 05:10:00 EST St. Marys, GA – Cumberland Island National Seashore (the Park), a unit of the national park system is seeking public feedback on four proposed land exchanges during a 30-day civic engagement period. Within the legislative boundary of the Park there are portions of the island that are state owned, privately owned, or owned by other federal entities. By exchanging property with private landowners, the NPS seeks to relocate private interests to other areas where it is more appropriate and less impactful on visitors.   https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-seeks-public-feedback.htm https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-fest-2024-a-celebration-of-300-years-of-defending-the-southeast.htm Wed, 24 Apr 2024 05:56:00 EST St. Simons Island, GA: Fort Frederica National Monument is happy to announce that on May 4th, 2024, from 10:00am to 3:00pm, we will be hosting the first ever Fort Fest! Join exhibitors from Forts and Historical Parks from around Georgia, South Carolina, and Florida to celebrate over 300 years of Southeast coastal defense history. https://www.nps.gov/fofr/learn/news/fort-fest-2024-a-celebration-of-300-years-of-defending-the-southeast.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/prescribed-burns.htm Thu, 18 Apr 2024 06:33:00 EST Prescribed Burn on Cumberland Island National Seashore will have limited effects on island operations April 19 - 22, 2024 https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/prescribed-burns.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2024-3-21-new-superintendent.htm Thu, 21 Mar 2024 07:06:00 EST Announcement of new superintendent for CUIS and FOFR https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2024-3-21-new-superintendent.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/acting-superintendent.htm Sun, 04 Feb 2024 07:47:00 EST ST. MARYS, Ga.— Effective January 14, Gia Wagner will serve as Acting Superintendent of Cumberland Island National Seashore and Fort Frederica National Monument until May. Gia Wagner has been the Superintendent of Andersonville National Historic Site since 2020. Her strong background in natural and cultural resources, partnerships, and compliance and will be an asset to both parks. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/acting-superintendent.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/camden-cty-resident-winter-discounts.htm Fri, 01 Dec 2023 06:37:00 EST Ferry discount offered to local county residents for winter season https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/camden-cty-resident-winter-discounts.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2023-11-10-public-docks-reopen.htm Fri, 10 Nov 2023 11:08:00 EST Dock repairs are completed and public docking is available at all docks on the island. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2023-11-10-public-docks-reopen.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2023-allterrainga.htm Fri, 27 Oct 2023 12:15:00 EST All terrain track chairs available for visitor use. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2023-allterrainga.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/annual-managed-hunts-on-cumberland-island-to-begin-in-october.htm Wed, 27 Sep 2023 10:46:00 EST ST. MARYS, Ga. – Cumberland Island National Seashore provides the public with an opportunity to hunt within the Wilderness six times per year. Registration information can be found on the park website at Managed Hunts - Cumberland Island National Seashore (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov). The Park will accept on-line registrations beginning July 1st and continue until the quotas have been reached. The number of hunts one can register for is not limited. Registration will close 3 days prior to each hunt. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/annual-managed-hunts-on-cumberland-island-to-begin-in-october.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-will-reopen-following-hurricane-idalia.htm Thu, 31 Aug 2023 10:44:00 EST Saint Marys, GA – On Friday, September 1, 2023, Cumberland Island National Seashore will reopen and Ferry services will resume as scheduled. Reminder that public docking on the island at Sea Camp and Dungeness is prohibited until repairs are made. Plum Orchard dock is open. Limited docking now open at Sea Camp. Please call 912 882 4336 x 254 with questions. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-will-reopen-following-hurricane-idalia.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-to-close-in-preparation-for-tropical-storm-idalia.htm Mon, 28 Aug 2023 07:07:00 EST (St. Marys, GA)-In preparation for Idalia and the subsequent impacts to Camden County, Cumberland Island National Seashore will close to the public at. A mandatory evacuation is in place. All campers, visitors, staff, and volunteers must depart the island by 5:00 pm on August 28, 2023. The last boat departing the island is at 4:45 pm from the Sea Camp dock. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-to-close-in-preparation-for-tropical-storm-idalia.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/inflation-reduction-act-to-invest-760-000-in-restoration-and-resilience-in-cumberland-island-national-seashore.htm Thu, 17 Aug 2023 06:57:00 EST ST. MARYS, Ga. – Cumberland Island National Seashore will increase efforts to reduce the feral swine population this year with $760,000 from the Inflation Reduction Act. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/inflation-reduction-act-to-invest-760-000-in-restoration-and-resilience-in-cumberland-island-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-fee-increase-effective-april-1-2023.htm Wed, 01 Mar 2023 05:00:00 EST Effective April 1, 2023, the entrance fees to Cumberland Island National Seashore will be modified to align with standardized rates nationwide for similar national park areas. A 7-day pass to the park will be $15 for adults 16 and older. An annual park pass will cost $45 and will cover 4 people. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-fee-increase-effective-april-1-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-to-close-in-preparation-for-tropical-storm-nicole.htm Tue, 08 Nov 2022 09:06:00 EST In preparation for Nicole and the subsequent impacts to Camden County, Cumberland Island National Seashore will close to the public at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday November 9th, 2022. A mandatory evacuation is in place. All campers, visitors, staff, and volunteers must depart the island by 11:00 am on Wednesday, November 9th. The last boat departing the island is at 11:00 am from the Sea Camp dock. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-to-close-in-preparation-for-tropical-storm-nicole.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/visitor-use-management-plan-available-for-public-review-and-comment.htm Mon, 31 Oct 2022 11:45:00 EST A visitor use management plan for Cumberland Island National Seashore is available for public review and comment. The public is encouraged to review the plan, which includes an environmental assessment, and join National Park Service staff to learn more about the plan at a virtual public meeting on Thursday, November 17. Comments will be accepted through November 30, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/visitor-use-management-plan-available-for-public-review-and-comment.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-to-close-in-preparation-for-hurricane-ian.htm Tue, 27 Sep 2022 13:01:00 EST In preparation for Hurricane Ian and the subsequent impacts to Camden County, Cumberland Island National Seashore will close to the public at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 27, 2022. The park will remain closed until after the storm has passed and re-open once damage assessments have been made and the park is deemed safe for visitation. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-to-close-in-preparation-for-hurricane-ian.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-to-host-50th-anniversary-kick-off-event-october-1-2022.htm Wed, 21 Sep 2022 12:26:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore turns 50 on October 23rd, 2022! To commemorate this significant milestone, the park will be hosting a year-long series of events, to begin with a kick-off event on October 1, 2022 in conjunction with the St. Marys Seafood festival. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-to-host-50th-anniversary-kick-off-event-october-1-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-mainland-museum-temporarily-closed-for-curatorial-renovations.htm Thu, 08 Sep 2022 08:40:00 EST The Cumberland Island Mainland Museum will be closed due to renovation starting September 12, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-mainland-museum-temporarily-closed-for-curatorial-renovations.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/national-volunteer-week.htm Tue, 19 Apr 2022 07:27:00 EST National Volunteer Week recognizes the contributions of our volunteers. This year's celebration takes place April 17-23, 2022. Volunteers have given over 7,000 hours of service to maintain and improve Cumberland Island. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/national-volunteer-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/earth-day-event-to-wrap-up-national-park-week.htm Tue, 12 Apr 2022 05:51:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore is celebrating Earth Day and National Park Week on Friday, April 22, 2022, with a volunteer event. We will be installing a butterfly and pollinator garden at the Cumberland Island Museum at 129 Osborne Street in Saint Marys, Georgia from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/earth-day-event-to-wrap-up-national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/prescribed-fire-operations-planned-on-north-end-of-cumberland-island.htm Tue, 18 Jan 2022 03:17:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore is planning to implement prescribed burn operations in seven burn units on the north end of the island. The seven burn units are in the Settlement Area adjacent to the 2019 Whitney Fire and were previously burned in 2020.  https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/prescribed-fire-operations-planned-on-north-end-of-cumberland-island.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/upcoming-cumberland-island-prescribed-burn.htm Thu, 09 Dec 2021 07:10:00 EST A prescribed burn will take place on 7 units on the north end of Cumberland Island tentatively in January or February, conditions permitting. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/upcoming-cumberland-island-prescribed-burn.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/upcoming-cumberland-hunt-fees-waived-for-veterans.htm Thu, 04 Nov 2021 07:42:00 EST In honor of the veterans who have served our country, the park’s $35 registration fee for the hunt scheduled for November 9-11th will be waived for veterans. Veterans only need to show a valid veteran ID when checking in for the hunt and refunds will be made through Pay.gov for those eligible. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/upcoming-cumberland-hunt-fees-waived-for-veterans.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/annual-managed-hunts-on-cumberland-island-to-begin-next-week.htm Mon, 27 Sep 2021 05:25:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore provides the public with an opportunity to hunt within the Wilderness six times per year. Registration information can be found on the park website. The first hunt dates are October 5-7, 2021. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/annual-managed-hunts-on-cumberland-island-to-begin-next-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-and-fort-frederica-national-monument-close-in-preparation-for-tropical-storm-elsa.htm Tue, 06 Jul 2021 05:34:00 EST On Wednesday July 7, 2021, Cumberland Island National Seashore and Fort Frederica National Monument will close visitor facilities and grounds for the safety of visitors and staff, due to Tropical Storm Elsa. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-and-fort-frederica-national-monument-close-in-preparation-for-tropical-storm-elsa.htm https://www.nps.gov/inde/learn/news/2021-john-l-cotter-awards.htm Mon, 07 Jun 2021 05:30:00 EST The NPS is pleased to announce the winners of the 2021 John L. Cotter Award for Excellence in NPS Archeology. This award is presented to individuals and teams who demonstrate innovation in archeological practice, resource stewardship, and public outreach, among other criteria. We celebrate the kind of work we wish to see throughout the National Park system. https://www.nps.gov/inde/learn/news/2021-john-l-cotter-awards.htm https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/04-23-2021-ugrr-ntf.htm Fri, 23 Apr 2021 08:16:00 EST Second Gentleman of the United States Douglas Emhoff and Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland announced 16 additions to the National Park Service’s National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program. The new listings join nearly 700 other sites, programs, and facilities in the network that honor, preserve, and promote the history of resistance to enslavement through escape and flight. A recording of the event can be viewed via YouTube. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/04-23-2021-ugrr-ntf.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-receives-new-hybrid-learning-grant-from-national-park-foundation.htm Thu, 22 Apr 2021 06:17:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore (CUIS) is one of 32 parks and park partners to receive an Open OutDoors for Kids Hybrid Learning grant from the National Park Foundation (NPF), which works in partnership with the National Park Service (NPS) and the park partner community to ensure that national parks reach their fullest potential and connect with as many people as possible. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-receives-new-hybrid-learning-grant-from-national-park-foundation.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-docks-and-ferry-are-back-to-full-service.htm Fri, 02 Apr 2021 04:09:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore is pleased to announce that all three park docks are back in operating condition after significant damage by hurricanes Matthew and Irma in 2016 and 2017. Ferry capacity has also increased from 2/3 capacity to full capacity following guidance from the White House and CDC. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-docks-and-ferry-are-back-to-full-service.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-announces-closure-to-public-docking-spaces-at-sea-camp-dock-during-ongoing-dock-repair.htm Tue, 16 Mar 2021 06:29:00 EST Public docking space on the north extension of the Sea Camp Dock located on Cumberland Island is closed during the repair phase of dock reconstruction and for its temporary use for the ferry. This closure is in the interest of public safety, begins Thursday, March 18th and will remain in place until the construction of the Sea Camp Dock is complete. This is anticipated to be by mid-April. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-announces-closure-to-public-docking-spaces-at-sea-camp-dock-during-ongoing-dock-repair.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-announces-closure-to-public-docking-spaces-at-dungeness-dock-during-ongoing-dock-repair.htm Thu, 11 Mar 2021 08:25:00 EST Public docking space on the north extension of the Dungeness Dock located on Cumberland Island is closed during the repair phase of dock reconstruction. This closure is in the interest of public safety, is immediate, and will remain in place until the construction of the Dungeness Dock is complete. This is anticipated to be by the end of March. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-announces-closure-to-public-docking-spaces-at-dungeness-dock-during-ongoing-dock-repair.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/prescribed-burn-planned-at-the-stafford-burn-units-at-cumberland-island-national-seashore.htm Mon, 01 Feb 2021 10:12:00 EST Fire Management personnel have been monitoring weather conditions and are looking to conduct a prescribed burn on February 4-5, 2021. Timing of the burn could change depending on fuel and weather conditions. This prescribed burn will be conducted around the Stafford campground and will encompass 425 acres within the following burn units: Stafford Field, Stafford East, Stafford Plantation, Parallel North, and Parallel South. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/prescribed-burn-planned-at-the-stafford-burn-units-at-cumberland-island-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-to-carry-out-prescribed-burn-of-debris-pile-on-the-southern-end-of-the-island-tuesday-january-26.htm Mon, 25 Jan 2021 07:54:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore will carry out a prescribed burn tomorrow, Tuesday, January 26th of a debris pile located on the southern end of the island at a location known locally as Raccoon Key. The operation will be conducted weather permitting. Impacts are expected to be minimal though visitors may see and smell some smoke when near the area.  https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-to-carry-out-prescribed-burn-of-debris-pile-on-the-southern-end-of-the-island-tuesday-january-26.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-begins-preparations-for-prescribed-burn-at-the-stafford-burn-units.htm Tue, 12 Jan 2021 05:04:00 EST Site preparation has begun for the Stafford Plantation Prescribed Fire, scheduled for Spring of 2021. Mechanical preparation work will continue intermittently until the burn is carried out. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-begins-preparations-for-prescribed-burn-at-the-stafford-burn-units.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-to-carry-out-prescribed-burn-of-debris-pile-on-the-southern-end-of-the-island-in-the-coming-weeks.htm Tue, 12 Jan 2021 04:44:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore is looking to carry out a prescribed burn in the coming weeks of a debris pile located on the southern end of the island at a location known locally as Raccoon Key. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-to-carry-out-prescribed-burn-of-debris-pile-on-the-southern-end-of-the-island-in-the-coming-weeks.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-ferry-offers-discount-for-camden-county-residents.htm Wed, 09 Dec 2020 10:25:00 EST On behalf of Cumberland Island Ferry, operated by Mr. David Lang of Lang Seafood, Inc., Cumberland Island National Seashore announces a winter season ferry ticket discount for Camden County residents of thirty percent off regular ticket prices (before tax).  https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-ferry-offers-discount-for-camden-county-residents.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-restoring-access-to-mainland-museum.htm Thu, 22 Oct 2020 12:58:00 EST Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, Cumberland Island National Seashore is providing access to its mainland museum https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-restoring-access-to-mainland-museum.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-will-reopen-after-the-passing-of-tropical-storm-isaias-under-phase-2-covid-adaptive-recovery-on-tuesday-august-4th.htm Mon, 03 Aug 2020 06:03:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore will resume ferry service and camping on Tuesday August 4th, under Phase 2 of Covid Adaptive Recovery. This means operating at 2/3 capacity and requiring the use of face coverings while riding the ferry. All other mitigation will remain in place when visiting the seashore. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-will-reopen-after-the-passing-of-tropical-storm-isaias-under-phase-2-covid-adaptive-recovery-on-tuesday-august-4th.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-closure-monday-august-3rd-due-to-tropical-storm-isaias.htm Sun, 02 Aug 2020 06:46:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore will be closed Monday, August 3rd due to Tropical Storm Isaias. Camping has been cancelled for Sunday August 2nd and Monday August 3rd. All park and ferry operations are expected to resume Tuesday August 4th at regularly scheduled times, unless storm assessments report the need for extended closures. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-closure-monday-august-3rd-due-to-tropical-storm-isaias.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-is-beginning-to-increase-recreational-access-to-the-island-with-ferry-service-and-camping.htm Wed, 24 Jun 2020 11:11:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore is beginning to increase recreational access to the island with ferry service (June 24th) and camping (July 6th). https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-is-beginning-to-increase-recreational-access-to-the-island-with-ferry-service-and-camping.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-is-beginning-to-increase-recreational-access-to-the-beach-and-trails.htm Fri, 01 May 2020 07:35:00 EST Beginning Saturday May 2nd, Cumberland Island National Seashore will reopen access to: •Beaches, public docking spaces, and trails. Restrooms on the south-end of the island will be accessible. In addition, entry fees are waived. With public health in mind, the following facilities remain closed at this time: •Ice House Museum, Sea Camp Ranger Station, Plum Orchard Mansion, campgrounds (including wilderness camp sites), the mainland Visitors Center and mainland Museum. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-is-beginning-to-increase-recreational-access-to-the-beach-and-trails.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-is-modifying-operations-to-implement-local-health-guidance-4_2_2020.htm Thu, 02 Apr 2020 10:26:00 EST Effective Friday, April 3, 2020, Cumberland Island NS will be closed to all park visitors until further notice. This includes park facilities, grounds, trails, docks, and beaches. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-is-modifying-operations-to-implement-local-health-guidance-4_2_2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-is-modifying-operations-to-implement-local-health-guidance.htm Tue, 17 Mar 2020 10:00:00 EST St. Marys, GA – The health and safety of visitors, employees, volunteers, and partners at Cumberland Island National Seashore is our number one priority. In order to reduce exposure and protect our visitors and employees and minimize transmission of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), ferry transportation to the island will cease starting March18, 2020, until further notice. Private charters are prohibited, and valid commercial use authorizations are suspended during this time. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-national-seashore-is-modifying-operations-to-implement-local-health-guidance.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/re-opening-of-cumberland-island-mainland-museum-and-visitor-center-after-hurricane-dorian.htm Sat, 07 Sep 2019 11:41:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore will reopen the Cumberland Island Mainland Museum and Visitor Center after being closed during Hurricane Dorian. Visitation to Cumberland Island remains closed due to the assessment of damaged docks and efforts to clean up storm debris. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/re-opening-of-cumberland-island-mainland-museum-and-visitor-center-after-hurricane-dorian.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/north-cut-prescribed-burn.htm Fri, 26 Jul 2019 12:52:00 EST The recent Whitney Fire (now fully contained) has provided an opportunity for Cumberland Island National Seashore to carry out a prescribed burn operation that has been planned since 2017. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/north-cut-prescribed-burn.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/whitney-fire-contained.htm Fri, 26 Jul 2019 12:30:00 EST The Whitney Fire has been placed in 100 percent containment status at 441 acres. The fire received a considerable amount of rainfall on Wednesday, registering approximately 1.77 inches. Fire behavior had been minimal and no growth had been recorded for several days prior to the recent precipitation. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/whitney-fire-contained.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/whitney-fire-354-acres-on-the-4th-of-july.htm Thu, 04 Jul 2019 13:50:00 EST The Whitney Fire was ignited by a lightning strike the early morning of June 29th within the Cumberland Island Wilderness Area on Cumberland Island. The fire is currently 354 acres and is holding south of North Cut Road. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/whitney-fire-354-acres-on-the-4th-of-july.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-whitney-fire-at-102-acres.htm Mon, 01 Jul 2019 14:16:00 EST The lighting caused Whitney fire which started Saturday, June 27th, is currently 102 acres. The fire received 4/10" of rain at 5:30 PM Sunday evening which decreased fire behavior and fire spread. The fire is approximately 2/10 of a mile south of the North Cut Rd. Some road, trail, and campground closures are in place. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-whitney-fire-at-102-acres.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/severeweathercancel2019.htm Fri, 19 Apr 2019 05:03:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore is cancelling all ferry service to and from Cumberland Island for Friday, April 19th due to the forecast of severe weather. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/severeweathercancel2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/raccoonkey2019burn.htm Fri, 19 Apr 2019 04:48:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore will carry out a prescribed burn operation on Saturday, April 20th 2019 of a debris pile located on the southern end of the island at a location known locally as Raccoon Key. The operation will be conducted weather permitting. Impacts are expected to be minimal though visitors may see and smell some smoke when near the area. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/raccoonkey2019burn.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/vump.htm Wed, 27 Mar 2019 11:10:00 EST The National Park Service is holding public listening sessions as an initial step in the development of a visitor use management plan for Cumberland Island National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/vump.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2019burn.htm Wed, 06 Feb 2019 04:25:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore will be working with its interagency partners to initiate prescribed burns in two separate burn units as early as next week, conditions permitting. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2019burn.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/hurricanemichael.htm Mon, 08 Oct 2018 13:28:00 EST In preparation for Hurricane Michael and the subsequent impacts to Camden County, Cumberland Island National Seashore will close to the public after the 4:45 p.m. ferry leaves the island on Tuesday, October 9, 2018. The park will remain closed until after the storm has passed and re-open once damage assessments have been made and the park is deemed safe for visitation.  https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/hurricanemichael.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/fematest.htm Wed, 03 Oct 2018 05:12:00 EST FEMA, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission, will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/fematest.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/speciesofconcernpepc.htm Wed, 26 Sep 2018 10:08:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public comments on a regional environmental assessment that examines options for protecting shorebirds, sea turtles and beach mice from the threat of depredation at NPS units in the Southeast Region. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/speciesofconcernpepc.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2017-09-29-camping-cancellations-irma.htm Fri, 29 Sep 2017 11:00:00 EST Due to the continued closure of Cumberland Island National Seashore related to the recovery from Hurricane Irma, the park is cancelling camping reservations through October 18. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2017-09-29-camping-cancellations-irma.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2017-09-29-museum-reopen-irma.htm Fri, 29 Sep 2017 11:00:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore will reopen the Cumberland Island Mainland Museum after being closed by the impacts of Hurricane Irma. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/2017-09-29-museum-reopen-irma.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/concession-contract.htm Tue, 24 Nov 2015 04:06:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore has announced the award of a concession contract (CC-CUIS001-15) to Lang Seafood, Inc. The 10 year contract will begin on January 1, 2016. Lang Seafood, Inc., the current operator, submitted the selected offer in response to a prospectus issued earlier this year. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/concession-contract.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/chief-of-interpretation-selection.htm Wed, 09 Sep 2015 05:17:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore is pleased to announce the selection of a Chief of Interpretation, Education and Visitor Services, Jill Hamilton-Anderson. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/chief-of-interpretation-selection.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/celebrate-the-50th-anniversary-of-wilderness.htm Tue, 24 Jun 2014 09:02:00 EST Cumberland Island National Seashore and Ofefenokee National Wildlife Refuge host joint events to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Wilderness Act. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/celebrate-the-50th-anniversary-of-wilderness.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/ban-on-unmanned-aircraft.htm Fri, 20 Jun 2014 05:34:00 EST Press release about unmanned aircraft in NPS areas which prohibits launching, landing, or operating due to visitor safety and concerns for resource protection. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/ban-on-unmanned-aircraft.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/dock-improvements.htm Mon, 22 Jul 2013 05:42:00 EST The National Park Service will soon begin a project to upgrade the National Seashore’s dock facilities including the St. Marys and Dungeness docks improving access under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/dock-improvements.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-foundation-document.htm Mon, 10 Dec 2012 09:39:00 EST The National Park Service is preparing a Foundation Document for planning and management at Cumberland Island National Seashore. You may submit your feedback by visiting the park planning website for Cumberland Island National Seashore at: https://parkplanning.nps.gov/CUIS. https://www.nps.gov/cuis/learn/news/cumberland-island-foundation-document.htm