March 2024 Wild Cumberland is heartbroken to share that wildlife officials found a dead juvenile North Atlantic right whale on Cumberland Island on Sunday, March 3, 2024. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and whale researchers confirmed that the juvenile was identified as the calf belonging to Juno (#1612). The calf died from injuries to its head, neck, and […]
On March 10th at Seven Stages Theatre, an event titled “Art of Activism: Stewards of the Wild” convened scientists, artists, and advocates to discuss wilderness, stewardship, and empowerment in male-dominated fields. The Atlanta Science Festival and Wild Cumberland sponsored this unique blend of discussion and art, which anticipates the theatre’s upcoming show “True North,” exploring global unity through a scientific-artistic lens. Tickets were available since February 23rd.
Bike rentals are still currently unavailable on Cumberland Island National Seashore.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 AT 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT Now’s your chance to join our volunteers for some fun (and fund-raising!). Every participant is entered to win prizes (which together exceed a combined value of more than $500)! So grab your hiking, fishing, camping, art, or book club buddies – no Cumberland Island expertise necessary! Categories include island […]
Media reports indicate that Cumberland Island National Seashore (CUIS) Superintendent Gary Ingram has accepted the superintendent position at Rocky Mountain National Park effective July 30, 2023. Gary Ingram became CUIS’ interim superintendent in 2014. (This 2014 article is worth revisiting if you’re following issues at the Seashore.) During his nine-year tenure, CUIS was plagued by criticisms and legal actions that garnered media attention, including: Other changes […]
Photo: Southcut Trail, March 2023. South Cut Trail remains closed between the main road and Killman Field Trail due to washout. Detour is along Killman Field trail. South Cut Trail from Killman Field trail to the beach is open. View the history of the recent trammeling updates here.
View the infographics below to learn more about the Georgia Barrier islands and the benefits of wilderness. The image is clickable to the PDF for reference links.
Join Wild Cumberland and The Sierra Club – Georgia Chapter for a screening of “Last of the Right Whales” by HitPlay Productions. Location: Plaza Theater1049 Ponce De Leon Ave NEAtlanta, GA 30306 No cost to attend; donations are welcome! Pre-registration and masks are required. Film Synopsis: North Atlantic right whales are dying faster than they can reproduce. With unprecedented access […]
Our second annual fundraiser offers ways for you to bring the island into your home & a special activity to bring our community together! Purchase your ticket in advance, and we’ll send your unique art kit, which was carefully curated by our team and designed for everybody of all ages and skill levels. In your box, you’ll find gently used […]
Wild Cumberland opposes the introduction of additional bobcats to Cumberland Island, citing the original introduction as contrary to ecological and Wilderness management. Initially, 37 bobcats were relocated there from the mainland, with individuals tracked and studied. Despite their current estimated population of 24, the research indicates that isolated populations lose genetic variation, highlighting the problematic nature of such interventions in federally protected areas. An appropriate Wilderness Management Plan is advocated to prevent scientific exploitation.