Hey there, ocean explorers! Welcome to another episode from the Tybee Island Marine Science Center podcast. Today, we have a super special guest—Jacilyn Ledford! She’s not just a tour guide, but also a yoga teacher, sound healer, and all-around Tybee Island expert.

Here’s what you’ll discover in this fun episode:

• Jacilyn tells us how she started Tybee Tours and why she loves sharing the island’s amazing stories.
• You’ll hear about the cool history of Tybee, from old windmills to secret forts and even a train line that turned into Windmill Lane!
• We learn about the people who lived on Tybee long ago, including Native Americans, African Americans, and families who made the island their home.
• Jacilyn shares how food and fashion from West Africa are still part of Tybee’s culture today.
• Ever heard of a sound bath? Jacilyn explains how relaxing sounds can help your brain feel calm and creative—sometimes people even see colors or have wild dreams!
• There’s even a story about a real-life ghost adventure and how Jacilyn helps people with her special energy skills.
• Find out how history and “woo woo” (that’s what Jacilyn calls her magical side) come together to make Tybee Island a place full of surprises.

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📚 Chapter Markers:

1. Welcome to Tybee Island Marine Science Center
2. Meet Jacilyn Ledford: Tour Guide & Sound Healer
3. The Story Behind Tybee Tours
4. Discovering Tybee’s Hidden History
5. Windmills, Trains, and Secret Forts
6. The People of Tybee: Past and Present
7. Food, Fashion, and West African Connections
8. Exploring the Ocean and Marine Life
9. Sound Baths: What Are They?
10. Science and Magic: How Sound Heals
11. Ghost Stories and Energy Adventures
12. When History Meets the “Woo Woo”
13. Giving Back: Sound Baths for a Good Cause
14. Thank You and How to Learn More

Thanks for listening and remember—every day is a great day to explore and learn something new!

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In this episode of the Tybee Island Marine Science Center podcast, host Jessica Leigh Lebos welcomes Sarah Porter, the chapter director for Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary, located 19 miles off the Georgia coast.

The discussion delves into the mission and unique features of the sanctuary, including its diverse marine life, educational outreach programs, and conservation efforts. Highlights include the innovative ROV competitions, the sanctuary's role as a habitat for endangered species like the North Atlantic right whale, and upcoming developments at the Ocean Discovery Center in Savannah, set to reopen with new interactive exhibits on October 18th. Sarah also shares anecdotes from her time in the Peace Corps and the profound impact it had on her career in marine conservation.

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00:00 Welcome to Tybee Island Marine Science Center

00:29 Introducing Sarah Porter and Grey's Reef

01:56 The Mission of Grey's Reef Marine Sanctuary

04:09 Exploring the Unique Live Bottom Reef

06:38 The Cultural and Scientific Significance

07:47 Sarah Porter's Peace Corps Experience

12:42 Engaging the Next Generation with ROV Competitions

16:52 Robots Equipped for Salt Water

17:11 Educational Components at Grey's Reef

17:16 Ocean Discovery Center in Savannah

18:32 Exciting New Exhibits Coming Soon

19:27 Dorking Out About Nudibranchs

21:50 Exploring Grey's Reef

23:32 North Atlantic Right Whales

25:46 Intersection of Technology and Conservation

27:38 Sharks, Sea Turtles, and More

29:40 Grand Reopening and Community Celebration