Crooked River State Park wins award for best operations

Crooked River State Park wins award for best operations

 

ST. MARYS, GA, March 4, 2013  --  Crooked River State Park near St. Marys was awarded the Most Outstanding Park Operation Award by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR).  Awards were presented during a recent conference co-hosted by the park system and Friends of Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites.

 

According to region manager Tommy Turk, "Crooked River is a park that does all things well."  Facilities and grounds are well maintained, and park staff complete many projects that would normally be done by outside contractors, saving state funds.  Equipment shared by many parks within southern Georgia is kept in good condition by Crooked River staff.  Rangers assist in regional law enforcement training and search and rescue operations.  The park is also known for its nature center and outstanding programming, such as guided kayak trips and birding classes.

 

Located on southern tip of Georgia's "Colonial Coast," Crooked River State Park is the perfect spot for enjoying the intracoastal waterway and maritime forest.  Campsites are surrounded by palmettos and Spanish moss, while cottages are set near the tidal river.  A boat ramp is popular with anglers and paddlers.  Just down the road is the ferry to famous Cumberland Island National Seashore known for secluded beaches and wild horses.  To learn more, visit GeorgiaStateParks.org/CrookedRiver or call (912) 882-5256.

 

 

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Photos of the park's bird blind are attached. Please credit the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.