Jekyll Island

I woke around 5:30 am and again drove to Jekyll Island Driftwood Beach to photograph the driftwood again.

Drift Wood

The driftwood is a unique and captivating feature of Jekyll Island, a beautiful barrier island located off the coast of Georgia in the United States. This was my second morning at the beach. I wanted to photograph the driftwood at sunrise again. I was hoping the sun would cast a warm light on the driftwood again. This morning I was much more prepared, thinking I would get the sun rising over some pieces of driftwood.

The sun came up but was obscured by heavy clouds over the ocean. The sky was almost devoid of any color. I spent a couple of hours hanging out, talking to other photographers and people on the beach. The clouds slowly burned off, but the sun was too bright to get the images I was looking for. It was still fun having out on the beach.

The perspective of the driftwood on Jekyll Island is also quite fascinating. The wood is often found in clusters or piles, creating an otherworldly and surreal landscape. The wood can also be found scattered along the beaches, creating a natural and organic boundary between the sand and the sea.

In addition to its natural beauty, the driftwood on Jekyll Island also has a rich history and cultural significance. Native American tribes used driftwood for a variety of purposes, including building shelters, making tools, and creating art. Today, the driftwood on Jekyll Island serves as a reminder of the island's history and the forces of nature that shape it.

Overall, the driftwood on Jekyll Island is a captivating and unique feature of the island, offering a stunning display of colors, patterns, and perspectives. Its rich history and cultural significance only add to its charm and allure, making it a must-see destination for any visitor to Jekyll Island.

I grabbed a coffee at the the Jekyll Island Club and relaxed for a little while. I drove back to another beach south of the convention center and took a walk. I had the beach to myself. By this time, big puffy clouds had formed in a blue sky. After the walk, I drove to St Simons Island, about 40 minutes away, and drove around. The shopping area had many more shoppes and restaurants.

Lights

As it got later in the afternoon, I drove back to Jekyll Island to see the lights as the sun set.

There was a queue to get onto Jekyll Island. I already had my pass from earlier in the day and didn’t have to pay the $8 fee again. The light show is called, Holly Jolly Jekyll, and it was just dark enough that the lights were visible. The island has light displays as you enter the island and drive towards the convention center. The lights are setup on the beach side of the convention center and at various areas as you drive north from the convention center. The only charge for any of this is the island access fee.

I completed the tour of lights and decided to head back to St. Simons Island for dinner. As I drove back, there were long lines waiting to get on the island. I had made it off the island just in time.

C J's Italian Restaurant

This restaurant is what you would describe as a whole in the wall. I found parking near the restaurant on the street. The restaurant was packed and I assumed there were no seats available. I woman came to the door and asked, “how many”. I told her I was alone and she asked if the bar was OK. The bar was more like a counter in the corner. The owner’s son, maybe 11 years of age, was sitting there. The woman told him, he’d need to move over. There were only three seats at “The Bar”.

I opened my laptop, thinking I could read a few emails. I didn’t get much done because I was having conversations with various people, including the son. I ordered spaghetti and meatballs which came with bread and a salad. The portions were rather large for me and the food was well prepared.

There was a lot of discussions going on about football, Florida Gators vs. George Dawgs. This continued on for most of the time I was there. There was another young boy that was a guest, and he and the owner’s son were discussing all the stats for both their teams. It was amazing how well informed they were about football.

I was the last to leave and the woman at the front door asked me where I was from. We got into a conversation about my trip. She told me she loves reading travel blogs. Other restaurant staff wanted to know more. I met the owner outside and showed him and his son how I had converted the car. They wised me well. I wished them good luck against Ohio State in the championship game.

I drove back to my campsite and did a little preparation for breaking down camp in the morning.