Sample Article August 2

REI invites you to camp with us this winter at the beautiful Cumberland Island National Seashore. Located on the southeast coast of Georgia, Cumberland Island is home to expansive salt marshes, tidal estuaries, an abundance of wildlife, 300 year-old live oaks draped in Spanish moss, and 17 miles of pristine protected beaches.

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	Our bodies were designed for motion and need to move in order to stay fit and healthy. Walking is one of the best exercises there is for your body. It doesn't stress your joints as much as running does, but still gets your body working hard enough for it to benefit from the exercise. Hiking is walking. So it is good for you, but it's more than just walking. It’s also communing with nature. I don't know about you, but I find the infinite and ever changing variety found in nature to be one of the most beautiful things we have here on our planet. The clouds in the sky, the waves crashing on a seashore, the wind blowing in a meadow or amongst the tree tops, streams swirling and bounding toward the sea, and all of the other plants and animals that inhabit our earth along with us are all truly wondrous and beautiful things. Now combine the one of the best exercises there is, walking, with some of the most spectacular beauty to be found on our planet, nature, and you have hiking, or walking in the wilderness.
We will book your ferry reservation to Cumberland Island and reserve your campsite at Sea Camp, located in a maritime forest next to the beach. We will also take care of all your meals so leave your camp cooking equipment at home! Just bring your basic camping gear and weather appropriate clothing to enjoy this amazing weekend. Are you a novice to camping? That's ok! REI staff will help you with your camp setup. This is a rare opportunity to connect with nature at its most pristine! Space is limited--sign up today! Note that transportation to and from St. Mary's, Georgia before and after the event is not provided. To learn more about the park, join us on a ranger program. Check out the visitor center, or download a variety of publications. Take a look at the links below to plan your visit.