Lowcountry Lizards
South Carolina is home to a variety of lizards. These lizards are either native to the area or have been introduced. No lizards native to the ... Keep Reading
Beaches
What Is the Construction in Harbour Town?
If you have been down to Harbour Town, you have seen the ongoing construction. A crane as tall as the iconic lighthouse sits by the water. But, ... Keep Reading
How to Treat a Stingray and Jellyfish Sting
With beautiful tropical waters and sandy shores, the perfect beach day isn’t hard to come by on Hilton Head. Unfortunately, jellyfish and stingrays ... Keep Reading
Atlantic Sharpnose Shark
By Master Naturalist, Kathleen McMenamin In South Carolina, sharks happen. One of the most common shark species caught in the area is the sharpnose ... Keep Reading
Angling for Jacks in July
From a distance, it looked like a clump of reeds sticking out of the calm waters of Calibogue Sound. But there are no reeds in Calibogue. Drawing ... Keep Reading
Fly Fishing on the Coast
Some of our local fishermen have been fly fishing since the late ‘50s and early ‘60s. But the sport has been growing in popularity in the past five ... Keep Reading
Palmetto Breeze Trolley Service Returns to Hilton Head Island
The Palmetto Breeze Trolley Service begins its seasonal operation on Hilton Head Island Saturday, April 10. Trolley transportation will be ... Keep Reading
Volunteer to Help Our Reptiles and Amphibians
Calling all new Lowcountry residents and natives! Are you looking for an opportunity to volunteer your time helping wildlife? Willing to help ... Keep Reading
Azaleas from A-Z
The best time to see Hilton Head Island's azaleas in all of their glory is March and April. The exact time depends upon the weather in the state. ... Keep Reading
Remembering Fishing Legend Herb Rennard
As always, in late February and March the fishing is best near offshore reefs where the sheepshead congregate. Sheepshead are members ... Keep Reading
Travel with Your Pup this Winter!
Pet Friendly Vacation Rentals at Palmetto Dunes for Travel with Your Pup this Winter! Palmetto Dunes is quite the treat for both you and your ... Keep Reading
Romantic Outdoor Experiences
Valentine’s Day is on the way. Enormous amounts of planning that special romantic evening that included roses, chocolates and dinners with ... Keep Reading
Behind “Ghost Bird”: Key Discoveries about the Elusive Black Rail
Black rails are experiencing dramatic population declines along the Atlantic Coast. But luckily, the coastal plain of South Carolina has emerged ... Keep Reading
Coligny Plaza: A Glimpse Into Hilton Head’s Legacy of Small Businesses
There’s a reason that Coligny Plaza has the look and feel of a small village — it’s because it started as one. Before the four-lane bridge to ... Keep Reading
The Phantom Flounder: Seeking The Fish That Sees All
The flounder is one of the most highly prized catches in our local estuaries. Armed with an impressive set of teeth and blinding speed, it can ... Keep Reading
Local Wildlife Rehabilitators Registry
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) offer a Wildlife Rehabilitators Registry to assist the public with injured or orphaned ... Keep Reading
Kayak Hilton Head Invites You to Paddle
Wildlife Enthusiasts Take Note! Just a couple hundred yards from the sheltered bend in Broad Creek lies Kayak Hilton Head. It's paddlers glide ... Keep Reading
Interesting Information about Hilton Head Island!
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina is the second largest barrier island along the Southeast Atlantic Coast, with 12 miles of sandy beachfront. The ... Keep Reading
CATCHING “BULLS”: What to Know About Fishing for Red Drum
Fishing for Bulls is a September treat! Also known as redfish, spot tail bass, puppy drum or channel bass, red drum got their name from the ... Keep Reading
Ways to Be Eco-Friendly on Hilton Head
Being eco-friendly is becoming more and more important. Hilton Head Island encourages visitors and locals to do what they can protect the ... Keep Reading
Fishing for Jack Crevalle in Our Waters
Be careful what you wish for when fishing for a Jack Crevalle! It was another glorious day of fishing at the nearshore reef. My companions and I ... Keep Reading
Sand Dunes Protect Island’s Coastline
Hilton Head Island's network of sand dunes along the beach help protect the local coastline against erosion and flooding. Held together by ... Keep Reading
American Alligators
American Alligators are ancient creatures. They have changed very little biologically in over 150 million years, and were able to avoid ... Keep Reading
The Summer Singers: Chuck-Will’s-Widows
Learn more about these distinctive birds, which serenade the Lowcountry all summer long. Hilton Head Island’s warm weather and summer months ... Keep Reading
Sea Turtle Season Begins in South Carolina
Sea turtle nesting season in South Carolina has begun right on cue. South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) biologists are pleased ... Keep Reading
Discovering the Lowcountry Maritime Forest
If you have seen the Lowcountry from the waterways, you may have been audience to some remaining maritime forest. You may have been ... Keep Reading
Times (and climate), They Are A Changin’
Understanding climate change in the Lowcountry and beyond. We’re all familiar with those subjects that are best left out of dinner party ... Keep Reading
Town of Hilton Head: COVID-19 Updates, Cancellations and Information
Due to COVID-19, Hilton Head Island is taking measures for the public's safety. Hilton Head Island public beaches will be closed or 60 days, starting ... Keep Reading
The May River: A Shimmering Treasure
For generations, the May River in Bluffton has united Lowcountry residents who live along the shores of this shimmering estuary. During the ... Keep Reading
Create An Environmentally Friendly Landscape
Here are a few ideas to help to make the most of your yard. It’s cold. Yep, January and February on Hilton Head Island can be chilly and ... Keep Reading
How Do the Tides Work?
Tides are the rise and fall of sea levels. The combined effects of the gravitational forces exerted by the Moon and the Sun, and the rotation of ... Keep Reading
A Christmas Catch
The cold north breeze caressed the tips of the spartina marsh grass as the glow of sunrise appeared on the horizon. “It’s too cold,” complained the ... Keep Reading
Enjoy the Outdoors
There are so many ways to experience the Lowcountry’s wild beauty this season. November is a great time to enjoy the outdoors with your family and ... Keep Reading
Fall Fishing
The raucous cry of the marsh hen seems to carry on the cooler breeze and, as the wind brushes my face, I can’t help but smile. After all, it signals ... Keep Reading
The Skinny on Sunscreen
Here’s what you need to know to get the skinny on sunscreen to protect yourself and the Lowcountry environment. We may be into September, but our ... Keep Reading
Want to Help Our Baby Sea Turtles? Here’s How.
Coastal Discovery's ADOPT A NEST Program: Adopting a loggerhead sea turtle nest will provide the Coastal Discovery Museum with important funds to ... Keep Reading
