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A Dune System Called "NaNa"
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By Mike Stroud, August 12, 2012 | |
| | | 1. A Dune System Called "NaNa" Marker | | |
Inscription. NaNa, the tallest dune in Florida, is a protected landmark due largely to the efforts of MaVynne Betsch (January 14, 1935-September 5, 2005), widely known as the "Beach Lady." Betsch, who once performed opera in London, Paris and Germany, returned to American Beach in 1975 as a full-time resident. Here, she used her resources and talents for the preservation of nature, the environment and the African-American community of American Beach. For this 60-foot dune system that she dubbed "NaNa," and the adjoining property to the shoreline, her efforts resulted in acquiring nearly ten acres as a national park now located in the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve. The "Beach Lady" also championed efforts that led to the posting of nesting signs for the protection of sea turtle eggs and encouraged residents to plant wildflowers on vacant lots to stabilize the sand as well as serve as hosts for butterfly nestlings and feedings. MaVynne Betsche, devoted the last 25 years of her life as this historic African-American community's most vocal advocate. Beach Lady is lovingly remembered for her mantra, "Getting the most from the least and living peacefully in harmony with nature is the most rewarding lifestyle."
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By Mike Stroud, August 12, 2012 | |
| | | 2. A Dune System Called NaNa and Marker | | |
. (Marker Number F-660.)
Location. 30° 34.388′ N, 81° 26.695′ W. Marker is in American Beach, Florida, in Nassau County. Marker is on Ocean Blvd, on the right when traveling south. Click for map. Located 400 feet south of Lewis Street. Marker is in this post office area: Fernandina Beach FL 32034, United States of America.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 7 miles of this marker, as the crow flies. American Beach at the Crossroads (a few steps from this marker); Historic American Beach (within shouting distance of this marker); Martha's Hideaway (approx. ¼ mile away); Franklintown Chapel (approx. half a mile away); Fairbanks Home (approx. 6.6 miles away); New Zion Baptist Church (approx. 6.8 miles away); St. Peter's Church (approx. 6.8 miles away); Memorial United Methodist Church (approx. 6.8 miles away). Click for a list of all markers in American Beach.
Also see . . .
1. National Park Service - American Beach - Sand Dune. (Submitted on September 18, 2012, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina.)
2. MaVynee Betsch, from Wikipedia,. known as The Beach Lady, because she spent the better part of her adult life educating the public on the black history and environmental importance of American Beach... on Amelia Island. (Submitted on September 19, 2012, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina.)
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By Mike Stroud, August 12, 2012 | |
| | | 3. A Dune System Called "NaNa" and Marker | | |
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By Mike Stroud, August 12, 2012 | |
| | | 4. A Dune System Called "NaNa" Marker seen along Ocean Blvd, looking south | | |
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By Mike Stroud, August 12, 2012 | |
| | | 5. A Dune System Called "NaNa" Marker northbound on Ocean Blvd | | |
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Credits. This page originally submitted on September 18, 2012, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 82 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on September 19, 2012, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina.
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