Gator Watching
Native to the Island, alligators are often seen here, but they can be elusive during the heat of summer and the cold of winter. Alligators will go ... Keep Reading
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7 Unique Things to Try on HHI
Are you looking for unique things to do on Hilton Head Island? If so, you have come to the right place! This fun-filled guide will show you some of ... Keep Reading
Shrimp & Grits with Tasso Ham Cream Sauce
Shrimp & Grits Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. butter or olive oil 1 1/2 lbs. uncooked large shrimp, peeled & de-veined with tails off 8 oz. Tasso ham ... Keep Reading
Frosty Frog Cafe Crab Cakes
Dry Ingredients: 4 ounces Ritz Crackers 1/4 cup onion 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning 1/4 cup parsley 1 ... Keep Reading
The Tempranillo Experience
All wines have the potential to delight us, but some even have the power to inspire us. All wine lovers – at one point or another – have experienced ... Keep Reading
Good Wine On a Budget
I have a favorite expression: “Life’s too short to drink cheap wine.” You may have seen this motto embroidered into a throw pillow somewhere, on a ... Keep Reading
Visit the Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge
The Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge, located near the bridge to Hilton Head Island, offers an ideal place to enjoy the natural beauty of the ... Keep Reading
Visit the King Neptune Statue at Shelter Cove Harbour
The towering 12-foot bronze statue of Neptune serves as an iconic symbol of Shelter Cove Harbour at Palmetto Dunes. The King Neptune statue doubles ... Keep Reading
Swinging the Club, Not Hitting the Ball
Golf is a funny game: To succeed, you have to slow down. You can take the right path toward the ball and know your clubs inside-out (pun ... Keep Reading
Fishing at its Finest
Fishing is at its finest on Hilton Head Island during the month of October. It is the perfect month on the Lowcountry waters with pleasant ... Keep Reading
Tailing Redfish
Labor Day marks the unofficial end of the tourist season, but area fishing starts heating up. The month of September is a fantastic time to get ... Keep Reading
The Dog Days of Summer
August brings the dog days of summer. Local fishing generally slows down as the water temperature reaches the high 80s. There are fish to be found, ... Keep Reading
Hilton Head Public Service District Recognized for Environmental Excellence
Hilton Head Public Service District believes in environmental stewardship. The district was honored with the Governor's Award for Environmental ... Keep Reading
Boating with Your Dog
If you're looking for a fun day out on the water, spending time on a boat with your furry friend can be the perfect way to enjoy some quality time ... Keep Reading
Chef Herb’s Maryland Crab Cakes
Salty Dog Cafe's Chef Herb's Crab Cakes Ingredients: 2 Cups Mayonnaise 6 Eggs 1/4 Cup Sherry Wine 1/4 Cup Lemon Juice 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire ... Keep Reading
Downhill Lies On The Golf Course
Hitting a golf ball straight is difficult enough from a flat lie. When you and the ball are suddenly on different levels, it becomes even harder. ... Keep Reading
Rose Hill Mansion
The historic Rose Hill Mansion has long held a treasured place in Southern history. It’s easy to imagine you’re traveling through the Lowcountry as ... Keep Reading
Hilton Head Island Eagle Cam: A Closer Look
Hilton Head is home to one of the most popular eagle cams in the country. We're taking a closer look at what makes this cam so special! The Hilton ... Keep Reading
The Perfect Wine Temperature
Are you that guy or gal who likes to put ice cubes in your wine? Are you tired of your wine-savvy friends rolling their eyes at you for adulterating ... Keep Reading
Where to Eat at Shelter Cove Towne Centre
Overlooking beautiful Broad Creek, Shelter Cove Towne Centre houses a quaint and inviting mix of fantastic restaurants. From the finest seafood and ... Keep Reading
Sea Pines Forest Preserve Sightings
In search of adventure? Join H2O's Alligator and Wildlife Tour in the Forest Preserve to see if you can spot these creatures: American ... Keep Reading
Shrimp Hushpuppies with Horseradish Sauce
Shrimp Hushpuppies with Horseradish Sauce Recipe Horseradish Sauce: 2 cups mayonnaise 1 cup sour cream 1/2 cup horseradish 1/2 cup diced roasted ... Keep Reading
“Famous” Buffalo Chicken Dip Up the Creek Pub & Grill’s
Up the Creek Pub & Grill’s “Famous” Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe is everyone’s favorite game day or party appetizer! This easy and delicious ... Keep Reading
The Intangibles Of Buying A Home On Hilton Head
Many of you reading this article have vacationed on Hilton Head Island many times before. During some of those trips, you may have looked through ... Keep Reading
Diamondback Terrapins
The diamondback terrapin turtles all have concentric diamond-shaped markings on the scutes (plates) of their top shells. The markings vary greatly ... Keep Reading
Dinoflagellates Light Up Waters
Have you seen the ocean glow at night? Have you possibly been on a boat and seen the wake glow as you pass through? These little creatures ... Keep Reading
Lowcountry Cooking Favorites
Lowcountry cooking favorites are traditionally associated with the South Carolina and Georgia coasts. While they share Lowcountry cooking favorites, ... Keep Reading
Sargassum: a Floating Home in the Ocean
Have you seen this on the beaches of Hilton Head? It is sargassum, and it is a brown macroalgae or seaweed. It washes up on our beaches and tends ... Keep Reading
Bottling Southern Charm
South Carolinians possess a fierce independent streak. For better or for worse, we’ve even been known to be downright rebellious, from time to ... Keep Reading
Muscadine Grape Vines
Muscadine grape vines (muscadinia rotundifolia) have been harvested since the 16th century throughout the Southeastern United States. Not only ... Keep Reading
Fall Arrives in the Salt Marsh
Growing up in northern Ohio, I learned to recognize the change of season by looking at the trees. Okay, the temperature was an indication, too. But ... Keep Reading
Brunch Spots on Hilton Head
Ah, the Sunday brunch. That playful blend of "breakfast" and "lunch." It is that cheerful, sociable and laid-back meal that just puts you in a good ... Keep Reading
A Day on the Water
Life on Hilton Head Island revolves around the water and few places offer so many ways to enjoy the pleasures of coastal living. From Broad Creek to ... Keep Reading
Using Visuals for a Better Game of Golf
Albert Einstein famously said: “if you can’t explain it simply, you don’t understand it well enough.” I would be inclined to agree. Teaching golf can ... Keep Reading
Why golf?
There are several reasons to get out on the green and enjoy a game of golf – in addition to being therapeutic and relieving stress, golf also builds ... Keep Reading
Airborne Acrobats: Silver King and Blacktip Sharks
Caleb had just put a fresh menhaden on the hook and tossed it out when the water exploded. Ten feet in the air shaking his bucket mouth, the silver ... Keep Reading
