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Woodbine, Georgia

Population: 1,218
Located in Camden County

Those who call Woodbine home will tell you that what attracted them to the town was the peace and quiet, the natural beauty, and the way everyone makes you feel like a part of one big family. Woodbine is one of many small towns along the Georgia coast that provide a hometown atmosphere surrounded by the natural beauty of the Georgia coast.

Woodbine has a various housing options for families who wish to make the town their home: historic homes in the Woodbine Historic District, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, existing homes within established neighborhoods, and new subdivisions being developed in the city and just outside the city limits. We are working to establish a wide range of housing choices to create a diverse community, which values hometown appeal, and quality of life.

Woodbine is one of Georgia’s Better Hometowns. This designation was received from the Georgia Department of Community Affairs in 2000. The program helps small communities make good decisions about community growth and development. This assistance is provided through partnerships with the Georgia Department of Community Affairs and other local, state, and federal agencies. This program was developed by the Georgia DCA as a small town version of its Classic Main Street program.

Woodbine has an excellent elementary school, located off Spur 25. It is part of the Camden County School System. Its exceptional curriculum gives special emphasis to the environment through its gardens, trails, and outdoor classroom. Camden Middle School is located approximately 17 miles away from Woodbine on Middle School Road in Kingsland. Camden County High School is 12 miles from Woodbine at Exit 6 on Interstate 95. Coastal Georgia Community College has a campus in Camden County, known as the Camden Center. It is currently located approximately 20 miles from Woodbine on South Ashley Street. A new campus is being built at 8001 Lakes Boulevard off Wildcat Drive at Exit 6 near the Camden County High School.

In 1995, the City of Woodbine received funding from the Intermodal Surface Transportation Enhancement Act (ISTEA) and Department of Defense funds to construct a Boardwalk along the Satilla River and a concrete walkway, known as the Riverwalk, along the old railroad right of way through Woodbine. The project was dedicated in 1998. Although the current Riverwalk ends at 4th Street, plans were approved in 2003 to extend the Riverwalk south to 11th Street. Granite markers along the Riverwalk and Boardwalk, tell the story of the development and impact of transportation in the community.

In 1999, eight blocks of the oldest part of Woodbine, including residential and commercial areas, were entered into the National Register of Historic Places. This designation garners national recognition for the significance of Woodbine’s historic and community character.

The beautiful Satilla River wanders by Woodbine as it makes its way to the Atlantic Ocean. The river provides the city with a natural beauty and serenity and an opportunity for nature enthusiasts to observe abundant birds and wildlife.

Community Parks
Woodbine has three large parks that provide residents and tourists with sites for softball, baseball, tennis, soccer, football, and many other activities. Cornelia Jackson Memorial Park is the newest of these parks and is named in honor of Ms. Cornelia Jackson, who was a valued community citizen and leader in improving Woodbine. The site has a building that can be used for cookouts, family reunions, birthday parties and other events. There is also a large playground area with playground equipment. The Woodbine Recreation Field is located off Highway 110 and provides access to football, soccer, and baseball fields as well as tennis courts. The Lions Club Recreation Field is located on the corner of Brewster Avenue and Crestview Drive and offers a large baseball field that can also be used for other activities.

Bryan-Lang Historical Library
This library, created in 1987, is the repository for the historical and genealogical history of Camden County. The facility is named for Ms. Mary Givens Bryan, former Director of the Georgia Department of Archives and History and Ms. Beatrice “Bebe” F. Lang, a Camden County native. The library is a wonderful place to learn about the history of Camden County, Coastal Georgia, the State of Georgia, and the Southeast United States. Many historical documents and artifacts are on display and the library hosts many lectures and workshops to help those who are interested in learning how to preserve local history.

Camden Community Center
This multi-purpose community center is located in the Historic Woodbine School. This schoolhouse was built in 1926 and, through the efforts of the Old School Renovation Committee, was saved and is being renovated as a community center for all Camden County residents. It offers several large classrooms, an auditorium with stage, and an adjacent cafeteria which can be rented for a variety of activities. The Camden Community Center host a night of traditional bluegrass music every Friday night which is enjoyed by local residents, visitors from other states, and those just traveling through.

Woodbine Farmer’s Market at Satilla Waterfront Park
The Woodbine Farmers’ Market opened in June 2002 and is currently open every Wednesday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Satilla Waterfront Park. The market is coordinated by the Woodbine Better Hometown Committee as a convenient way to offer an alternative shopping experience for our residents and visitors. Our hope is to promote our community through an interactive marketplace where people can sell and buy fresh fruits and vegetables, farm products, baked goods, flowers, plants, fresh fish, and seafood. We especially encourage local home gardeners to come with extra produce, flowers, and eggs for sale. The market will accept the sale of handcrafted items made by the seller. Flea-market sales and resale items are not accepted.

Source: woodbinegeorgia.net

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