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02/04/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/04/2024 11:58

Acting Superintendent of Cumberland Island National Seashore and Fort Frederica National Monument

Date:
February 4, 2024
Contact:Steve Theus, (912) 882-4336 ext 280

National Park Service News Release

For Immediate Release 

Contact: Steve Theus, (912) 882-4336 ext 280 or [email protected]

Acting Superintendent Gia Wagner named for Cumberland Island National Seashore and Fort Frederica National Monument
ST. MARYS, Ga.- Effective January 14, Gia Wagner will serve as Acting Superintendent of Cumberland Island National Seashore and Fort Frederica National Monument until May. Gia Wagner has been the Superintendent of Andersonville National Historic Site since 2020. Her strong background in natural and cultural resources, partnerships, and compliance and will be an asset to both parks.

"I am excited for the opportunity to further all the good work happening at both parks. I look forward to engaging with our partners and stakeholders and learning more about the nationally significant resources at Cumberland Island National Seashore and Fort Frederica National Monument," said Gia Wagner. The South Atlantic-Gulf Regional Office continues to work to fill the superintendent position permanently.

More information about visiting the park can be found on our park website at https://www.nps.gov/cuis/index.htm and on social media at https://www.facebook.com/CumberlandIslandNPS/. 

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About Cumberland Island National Seashore. Cumberland Island is the largest barrier island off the coast of Georgia, encompassing more than 36,000 acres of maritime forests, salt marsh and beaches. The island is also home to over 9,800 acres of congressionally designated wilderness. The island's natural and cultural resources provide a rich and diverse habitat for wildlife and offer a glimpse into the long history of coastal Georgia. The seashore is accessible by pedestrian-only passenger ferry from the historic community of St. Marys.  Learn more at www.nps.gov/CUIS and on Facebook.

 
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