virginia camping OTHER ISLANDS 257 The Acklins & Crooked Island 258 History 258 Columbus Was Here 258 Getting There 2

This is a vast nature park incorporating many miles of deserted beach, silent freshwater lakes, and extensive pine forests, all connected by more than 10 miles of trails. The reserve is a part of the Turks and Caicos National Trust

Feast from the Sea The conch pronounced konk is chief among the many varieties of goodies gathered from the ocean. Claimed by the locals to be an aphrodisiac, conch can be prepared in numerous ways: for conch salad the flesh is chopped, spiced, and eaten raw with vegetables and lime juice; cracked conch is beaten and fried; and, finally, there are conch fritters. Be sure to try conch salad before you leave; it s delicious.

OTHER ISLANDS 257 The Acklins & Crooked Island 258 History 258 Columbus Was Here 258 Getting There 260 By Air 260 By Mail Boat 260 By Private Boat 260 Sightseeing 261 Bird Rock Lighthouse 261 Crooked Island Caves 261 French Wells 261 Marine virginia camping Farm 261 Dining 262 Accommodations 262

The islands have vast expanses of calm, clear open water, safe bays and inlets, and numerous convenient virginia camping anchorages and marinas that offer everything from a quick lunch and a glass of cold beer to chilled virginia camping champagne and a gourmet lobster dinner. All sizes of sailboats are available, virginia camping with or without crew.