Cumberland Island is Georgia's largest barrier island. The island was declared a national seashore back in 1972 and is serviced by the National Park Services. Jen joined us for a couple days of cruising. Here we are in our inflatable kayak heading to the island. Bill decided to stay on board to check out the engine, oil, etc. You know, spend time in his "man cave".
Taking the path well traveled on our hike to Dungeness which was once the home to Thomas Carnegie, his wife Lucy and their 9 children. We were fortunate to catch sight of turkey's, deer and wild horses but too far away to take any meaningful pictures. Of course that hasn't stopped me yet!
The Carnegies bought the property in 1880 and built their mansion soon after. At one point they owned 90% of the island. In 1859, well after the family had vacated the mansion a fire destroyed the home. Below is what's left standing today.
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