Welcome to The Jacksonville Pilot Club

The Port of Jacksonville Pilot Club was charted in June 1967 by the Jacksonville Pilot Club. Through the years, our club has dedicated itself to improving the community by its commitment of time, energy and money.

Come Grow With Us!
Currently, the Port of Jacksonville Club meets on the second Thursday of each month at Athens Restaurant on St. Augustine Rd. The dinner/program meeting begins at 6:00 P.M.
Our effectivness is dependent on our members and benefactors. Please contact us if you want to make a positive impact on our community.

Tales of our City Historic Cemetery Tour April 24-25, 2010
Come see a grave view of history featuring entertaining dramas of Jacksonville history, all to raise funds for worthy causes. The Port of Jacksonville and Orange Park Pilot clubs is acting up again with the 11th tour of Tales of Our City, April 24-25, 2010 at one of Jacksonville’s oldest burial grounds, Evergreen Cemetery.

Thanks to our Patrons for their continued support!

  • Key Buick
  • Berg & Associates, Elder Law

The spring tour will feature interesting new dramas of residents who died of unnatural causes, from murder to mayhem. Their stories will be brought to life as dramatists weave extraordinary and captivating tales through guided tours in the historic graveyard.  Presented by the Port of Jacksonville and Orange Park Pilot Clubs, proceeds from the tour will benefit the Jericho School, which serves autistic children, the Clay County Council on Aging and other community service projects of the two clubs.

This year will also feature an expanded Marketplace with tasty treats, desirable crafts, historic books, and photographs on sale.

Aside from the interesting tales, you’ll also be dazzled by the beauty of Evergreen Cemetery’s spectacular grounds, with its Arboretum-like setting. Visitors to the tour are requested to use the Main Gate entrance at Evergreen Cemetery, located at 4535 N. Main St.  Tours run continuously Saturday and Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and last approximately two hours.

Tickets will be available throughout the Jacksonville and Orange Park area. Donations for tour admission are $10 in advance, $12 at the gate, and $4 for children under 12.

For more information call Maria Guy 904-733-8352

Updated March 2010

Port of Jacksonville President, Margaret Smith

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Margaret Smith, President 2008-2010

 

 

We are always looking for new members. The rewards of volunteering your time are invaluble. You will cultivate friendships with other women active in the community, experience personal growth, be provided leadership opportunities, and learn new skills.

About Pilot International

Pilot International was founded and chartered in 1921 as an international service organization. The river boat pilots of the early 1900's are the inspiration for the name. These pilots were admired for their ability to steer a "true course" through challenging conditions and obstacles.

Updated September 2009