Join us for annual conference this November! We are returning to Tybee Island to discover more it's beauty. This year's theme is "Incredible Journeys." Following the heels of Ocean Literacy Principles from last year, participants will use the essential principles and fundamental concepts about the ocean to explore resources to further educate on our communities about local incredible journeys.
Registration - $130 by 10/21/22
CONFERENCE SCHEDULE:
Friday, November 4
4:00 - 5:45 pm Check-in
6:00 - 7:00 - Reception with heavy hors d'oeuvre at the Tybee Marine Science Center
7:00 pm – Welcome and conference overview
7:15 pm – Keynote Address: Mark Dodd Georgia DNR
Saturday, November 5
8:30 - Welcome and overview of the day
9:00 - 10:30 Incredible Journey Panel
Tom Bliss (UGA Marine Extension), Clay George (Georgia DNR), Allie Hayser (Manomet's Georgia Bight Shorebird Conservation Initiative)
11:30 - GAME Board meeting
12:15 Lunch Break
1:30 - 2:20 PM - Concurrent Session 1
2:30 - 3:20 PM - Concurrent Session 2
3:30 - 4:20 PM - Concurrent Session 3
5:00 - ? Silent Auction opens and Low Country Boil
Sunday Morning, November 6
FIELD TRIPS
- Birding with Heather Scott (No Charge) - 8:00 am - 10:00 am meet at North Beach, in the parking lot by North Beach Grill. Bring binoculars and bug spray.
- Kayaking - Sea Kayak Georgia is hosting a paddle trip to Little Tybee from 10:30 to 1:30; $65-adults, $55-17 & under. Call (912) 786-8732 to register. Deadline October 25th.
- Tour Oatland Island Wildlife Center - Discover various wildlife on walking trails through the forest and along the marsh. Check out wolves, cougar cubs, and gators! Long time GAME member and Oatland Island volunteer, Venetia Butler, will lead the guided tour. Pay $5 admission at the gate then meet Venetia in the lobby.
LOCATION:
Burton 4-H Center , 9 Lewis Ave, Tybee Island, GA 31328
LODGING:
Burton 4-H Center - call for more information (912) 786 - 5534
Other lodging options -
Hotel Tybee (912) 786-7777 $134.00 Contact Donna (912) 712 - 7503
The DeSoto Beach Hotel (912) 786-4542 Approximately $144-$190 (prices may vary).
Admiral's Inn (912) 786-0700
Sea and Breeze Hotel and Condo (912) 786-8806$89 per night.
Dune's Inn & Suite (912) 786-4591 $79.90 a night on their website.
The Royal Palms - (912) 786-4763 Standard rate runs from $179 - $219.
SCHOLARSHIPS:
We are happy to announce GAME has three scholarships available to help defer costs. Please download this file for details on the types of scholarships and the application. All applications are due October 15th
AWARDS:
Annual Awards will be presented during the conference. For more information on how to nominate marine educators for these awards, visit our Awards page