Georgia’s barrier islands recently gained recognition for their importance for shorebirds. Environmental advocates say it’s a testament to how much natural land on the coast has been protected.
On a gray fall evening, the saltmarsh on the northern tip of St. Simons Island is quiet, except for distant boats and occasional birds chirping. The marsh grass has changed color for the season.
“This time of year it just turns the most amazing hue of golds and almost reddish color,” says Catherine Ridley, vice president of communication for the environmental group 100 Miles.
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