The RBC Heritage Returns
The Heritage Classic Foundation is excited to announce that the 53rd annual RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing! The RBC Heritage Tournament takes ... Keep Reading
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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
Learn to Become Accurate Regardless of Your Tennis Technique
Have you ever played someone whom you’re sure you will beat because you know you are a better player than they are (at least you know you look ... Keep Reading
History of the Irish in the Lowcountry
The Irish influence extends far beyond St. Patrick’s Day. Ever since William Mullins and Christopher Martin, America’s first Irish pilgrims, sailed ... Keep Reading
Golf for More Fun in 2021
Spring is here on Hilton Head Island and the azaleas are blooming! If you have a golfer in your life, you know what that means: golfers gonna ... 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
Enjoy Winter Wildlife in the Lowcountry
Explore the wildlife in the great outdoors this season. Enjoy exceptional hiking and biking opportunities at any or all of these area nature ... Keep Reading
Hilton Head’s Newest Attraction, Lowcountry Celebration Park
The Lowcountry Celebration Park, opened in December 2020, is Hilton Head Island's newest park. Situated on a 10-acre site off Pope Avenue near ... 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
The Heritage Library’s Reconstruction Project
In 2017, a group of Heritage Library Volunteers began outlining a research effort to document Hilton Head Island during the reconstruction ... Keep Reading
Why Fishing Continues to Surprise Me
One would assume that nothing would surprise me after thousands of hours of fishing. I’ve not found this to be true with the ocean. Part of why I ... Keep Reading
South Carolina ETV ‘Gullah Roots’ Traces Gullah Ties from Africa to South Carolina
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) premiered a new hour-long documentary film last October, entitled Gullah Roots. The show followed leaders of the South ... 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
As American as Apple Wine?
Luckily for us, upstate South Carolina abounds with all kinds of apple varieties. There are... Red Delicious Golden Delicious Gala, ... Keep Reading
Island Quilters: Binding Together the Old and the New
It is possible to spot a silver lining now and then in the fabric of 2020 at Island Quilters. One such bright side seems to be that with people ... Keep Reading
Hilton Head Decks the Halls with Holiday Lights
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and it will until 2021! We don't have snow down here, but there's no lack of holiday spirit on our little ... 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 ABCDs of Golf: Improving Your Swing for a Better Game
Developing your golf swing is like learning to type or play the piano. In the beginning, the process needs to be kept simple and must be repeated ... 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
6 of South Carolina’s Most Popular Fall Dishes
Locally grown, seasonal ingredients are the foundation of South Carolina’s vibrant food scene, making the state a top foodie destination. From shrimp ... Keep Reading
Pizza and Wine: A Case for Two of Italy’s Most Famous Exports — Together
There’s nothing like a good wine when you’re craving it, and the same goes for pizza! And though these two aren’t paired as a rule, one 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
Where to Find The Perfect Pumpkin
The Lowcountry has a batch of family-friendly options as the atmosphere gets a little spookier and pumpkin patches kick into style. Here is where to ... Keep Reading
The Heritage Library
The Heritage Library is a place to seek, honor and commune with our past. For such a small Island, Hilton Head figures into the birth and evolution ... 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
As Good as it Gets: Golfing in Early Fall
5 Ways Golfing in early fall is perfection! 1. The Weather is Fine Late September at the Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort on Hilton Head Island is ... Keep Reading
A WINEMAKING PRIMER: Charting the Path from Grapes to Wine
Fall is here. To winemakers, this means one thing: time to make wine! Archaeological evidence puts the world’s first wines in Eurasia around 6000 ... 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
Sporting Dogs in Photos
One thing’s for sure, when it comes to outdoor writing and photography, people in the Palmetto State cannot get enough of sporting dogs doing their ... 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
Why Getting On The Golf Course Is The Obvious Choice For Summer 2020
Four reasons to make golf your go-to game: 1. The golf course is a safe place to exercise and socialize. Social distancing is easily ... 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
Jellyfish and Local Sea Nettles
Every year, hundreds of thousands of jellyfish pass through our waters. Most jellyfish along the South Carolina coast are harmless, but in the ... Keep Reading
