NABT Amelia Island Convention Optional Events
Thursday, September 22nd
Spouse/Guest Tour
In the Heart of Amelia
Amelia Island is an art and antique collector’s paradise. The quaint shopping of Centre Street offers plenty of stores filled with items that date back to the island’s Victorian past, as well as galleries selling works from up and coming local artists. For one of a kind gifts and collectibles, Fernandina Beach’s charming Centre Street spares you the heavy hand of chain stores. With unique finds from the island’s storied past to a gourmet market, you’re sure to find a keepsake that will forever remind you of your visit.
On Amelia Island, the urge to shop is happily satisfied among an eclectic collection of local stores, shops, galleries and boutiques, as well as a few familiar retailers. Numerous men, women and children apparel stores grace the island, giving you a wide range of styles to choose from.
During the fabulous shopping tour, guests will meet at a cozy and unique Seafood restaurant, located in the Heart of Amelia, and enjoy a casual fine dining lunch experience. In addition you will enjoy a carriage Tour during your free time that shows the historic district and beautiful Fernandina Beach area of Amelia Island.
10:00 am Depart the Ritz-Carlton
10:15 am Arrive at the City Center of Amelia Island and enjoy free time
12:15 pm 1st group departs for Carriage Tour
1:00 pm Lunch at the Beech Street Restaurant
2:30 pm Free time for shopping, 2nd group departs for Carriage Tour
3:45 pm Depart from City Center of Amelia Island
4:00 pm Arrive at the Ritz-Carlton
$100 per person
Minimum 30 guests
Includes: Souvenir Shopping bag, bottled water, sunscreen
Lunch: Choice of one entree on-site: Crab Cakes Combo, Fish Tacos, Lobster & Crab Quesadillas, Tuscan Chicken Sandwich, BBQ Shrimp, Steak, Chicken or Shrimp Caesar Salad
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 23rd
NABT 5K Run
On-site/North Beach boardwalk
Friday, September 23rd: 6:30 am
A 5k course will be mapped out for prep runs and pacing is available. Your race will begin in the morning and end in time for sessions. The Ritz-Carlton definition of a fun/run walk is any place that allows one to keep smiling and walk away with a sense of accomplishment. Whether you choose to beat the clock or enjoy a leisurely stroll while watching the sunrise, the choice is yours. The Ritz-Carlton knows that when you are done walking or running the beaches at Amelia Island, you will be happy you joined the group.
$30 per person
Length of Class: 1½ hours
Includes T-shirt and refreshments (post race)
Minimum: 10 participants
NABT Beach Olympics
On-site
Friday, September 23rd: 1:30 pm
Are you up for the challenge? Let’s work on NABT’s camaraderie and group participation. Participation is limited to the first 50 who sign up. All other NABT attendees are welcome to cheer on participants and enjoy an afternoon at the beach. Light snacks and drinks provided to all registered attendees! Must have name badge!!!
List of examples:
Team Cheer: Each team will be given three minutes to develop a cheer that will become your adhesive to motivate you to Olympic fame. Each cheer will be judged on creativity, originality and choreography.
Late for Work: The alarm goes off, you hit snooze button, the next thing you know, you jump out of bed & rush to work! Sound familiar? A quick-change relay race for those who run behind on their way to the office. How fast can you get dressed?
Aqua Blast: Teams will make a human sling-shot by using giant rubber tubing, hurling water balloons as far as 200 yards down the beach to see who can score the longest shot.
Blind Man’s Trust: How much do you trust your teammates? What kind of communicator are you? We will find out as you either lead or follow through the obstacle course. One person is blind folded, while the other directs through verbal communications.
Firemen’s Relay: Team-work is the key as each team competes to fill their punctured barrel with water to the mark. Make sure your team has the best time, is important to putting out the competition’s fire.
Length of Event: 2 hours
Maximum: 50 participants
See Shores on a Sea Horse Tour
Friday, September 23th: 1:00 pm
1:00 Depart Ritz-Carlton, box lunch on bus
1:30 Arrive at horse ranch
2:00 Riding tour starts
3:00 Riding tour ends, explore the ranch
4:00 Depart horse ranch
4:30 Arrive at Ritz-Carlton
Welcome to the pristine waters and quartz sand beaches of Amelia Island. Saddle up and experience the ride on a beautiful horse along the lively seashores! Visit the island’s only working ranch. You will discover dolphins, shorebirds and other wildlife friends as you enjoy your ride on the beautiful Sea Horse.
$190.00 per person
Minimum: 10 guests
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24th
Bob Waldschmidt Golf Tournament
The Golf Club of Amelia Island at Summer Beach
Saturday, September 24th: 12:30 pm
Emerald greens, sapphire skies and the brilliant azure waves of the Atlantic Ocean crashing against the shore are certainly the dream course of the avid golfer. Designed by golf professionals Mark McCumber and Gene Littler, The Golf Club of Amelia Island’s course is as beautiful as it is challenging. Carved out of the island’s lush and undisturbed beachfront, fairways and framed by live oaks, palm trees and pristine sand dunes while greens offer an extra measure of difficulty with the addition of the cool Atlantic breeze.
$200 per person
(Includes green fees, cart fees and lunch)
Kayak with the Kritters
Saturday, September 24th: 1:15
1:15 Depart Ritz-Carlton
1:30 Arrive at Kayak Tour and eat lunch (included)
2:00 Kayak Tour begins with stop at sandbar for swimming
5:00 Tour ends
5:15 Arrive at Ritz-Carlton
See the most beautiful sides of Amelia Island while drifting over the water. Professional naturalist and guides guarantee to dazzle you with their charming personalities, extensive knowledge of the ecosystem and share stories of local history. The tour starts with safety information for all participants and then you will begin with a paddle along the beautiful natural coast.
$150.00 per person
Minimum: 20 guests
Biking Tour
Saturday, September 24th: 1:00 pm
1:00 Depart Ritz-Carlton, box lunch included
1:30 Arrive at Fort Clinch State Park
2:15 Guided bike tour begins
3:30 Guided bike tour ends, free time at Amelia Historic Downtown
4:30 Departure to hotel
5:00 Arrive at Ritz-Carlton
Amelia Island is a bicyclist’s paradise, offering entry to some of the state’s best-kept secrets. Inviting weather year-round, unique wildlife, breathtaking coastal vistas, lush natural areas, quaint downtowns and small towns can all be found on the paved and off-road trails. You will start at the Fort Clinch State Park; from there you will ride through beautiful Canopied Roads and then proceed to the historic downtown of Amelia Island where you will have free time.
$178 per person
Minimum: 20 guests
Fishing on Amelia Island
Saturday, September 24th: 1:00 pm
1:00 Depart Ritz-Carlton
1:20 Arrive at Fernandina Harbor Marina
1:30 Fishing tour begins with lunch while cruising, box lunch included
5:30 Fishing tour ends
6:00 Arrive at Ritz-Carlton
Experience a unique day on Amelia Island during a fishing tour over the ocean. You will enjoy this trip on the fishing vessel, the Heavy Hitter. The boat is located on beautiful Amelia Island, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean and the Amelia River, a vacation paradise where the fishing is spectacular year round! The Heavy Hitter is a 2008 40 ft. Osmond Beal commercial fishing vessel, custom built in the state of Maine. Captain Benny Hendrix, owner and renowned native fishing guide will take you where the fish are biting offshore for bottom fishing and trolling, or inshore on the Intracoastal Waterway along the scenic shoreline of Historic Fernandina Beach. Before you start fishing, Captain Benny gives a short instruction and shows the best techniques to get a successful catch. Along the way, Captain Benny shares his knowledge about various local fish species and answers your questions.
$196 per person
Minimum: 20 guests
Experience Amelia Island
Saturday, September 24th: 1:00 pm
1:00 Depart Ritz-Carlton
1:30 Arrive at Amelia Island Museum of History with free time for lunch (box lunch included)
2:15 Guided trolley tour starts
3:45 Guided trolley tour ends
3:45 Free time in the historic district
4:30 Depart from Amelia Island Museum
5:00 Arrive at Ritz-Carlton
Amelia Island is a quaint place with a unique historic district, lovely residential area, and beautiful hidden places that you will enjoy during a guided tour. You will be accompanied by knowledgeable local guides who will introduce the historic players in Amelia Island’s unique history while giving a broad understanding of how the city was affected by national and world events. As part of the tour, you will see the most beautiful hidden places that are known only by locals. From the comfort of your seat, you will discover the beauty and charm of Amelia Island. You will see it’s pristine beaches, beautiful resorts and Victorian architecture that grace the local community and the industries that have shaped the economic development.
$85 per person
Minimum: 20 guests
Schermer Open Tennis Tourney
Saturday, September 24th
The Honorable Barry Schermer has graciously agreed to BRING BACK the Schermer Tennis Tournament. Judge Schermer will again organize and host the tennis tournament. Bring your racquet and play a round!!!
$20 per person
Minimum 4 people
Ritz-Kids
Ritz Kids introduces our young guests to the natural wonders of the island through a variety of hands-on adventures. Designed for children ages 5 through 12, the supervised program entertains kids with educational games and activities featuring a different theme each day. During the NABT convention below are the programs being offered.
Thursday
Totally Turtle
Facts on Sea Turtles
Paint a Carved Wooded Turtle
Sea Turtle Sand Sculpting
Friday
Fantastic Fin
Facts on Sharks
Paint a Wood Shark
Examine and Classify Different Types of Shark Teeth
Saturday
Super Swashbuckling
Facts on Amelia Island Pirates and Isle of 8 Flags history
Color your Own Pirate Flag
Construct a Time Capsule Using New Pirate Names
NABT Kids Night Out**must register with NABT prior to convention**
Thursday to Saturday
(6:00 pm to 10:00 pm)
Dinner, pool parties, beach games, scavenger hunts, board games, movies, Wii Games and more!!!
$60 per child
Minimum: of 10 children
The Ritz-Kids full day program, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm each day, includes juice, snacks and lunch, $85. The half day program, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm or 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, includes juice and snacks, $55.00.
24 hour advanced registration is required. For more information, or to register, please call 904-277-1100. Activities, hours of operation and pricing are subject to change. Cancellations must be received within four hours of the programs start time or full charges will be applied to the guest account.