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
Publications
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
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
Yellow Crowned Night Herons
By Kathleen McMenamin, Master Naturalist Yellow Crowned Night Herons are a common sight during Hilton Head summers. These beautiful birds can be ... Keep Reading
The Roseate Spoonbill
These birds are becoming a more common sight throughout our Lowcountry marshes. They can commonly be spotted around low tides in our marshes, beak ... Keep Reading
Dressing up for Hilton Head Nights
On Hilton Head the summer days are hot, filled with sunshine, laughter and ocean views. At night, the island comes alive with lounges, bars and a few ... Keep Reading
Sheepshead: The Fish With Human Teeth
The aquatic ecosystem of Hilton Head Island and the Lowcountry is home to a wide variety of animals working in harmony to create the beautiful natural ... 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
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
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
Brand-New Spirits & Time-Honored Techniques at the Hilton Head Distillery
A visit to the Hilton Head Distillery makes an “off the beaten path” trip to Cardinal Road well worth your while. The Hilton Head Distillery ... Keep Reading
Doug Weaver, the Golf Whisperer
I sat down at the kitchen table in Doug Weaver’s home to interview him about his induction into the Low Country Golf Hall of Fame. His wife ... Keep Reading
The Wine World’s Mysterious Primovito Grape
Primitivo Roots; This mysterious Italian grape has unexpected connections around the world. The Primitivo grape caused quite a stir in the wine ... Keep Reading
Chocolate Covered Raspberry Recipe, Courtesy of Hilton Head Distillery
Chocolate Covered Raspberry Recipe, Courtesy of Hilton Head Distillery At Hilton Head Distillery, we believe in crafting new experiences that are ... Keep Reading
Holiday Cheer with Wine and Cheese
Host a Wine and Cheese Tasting this Holiday Season. We all love the idea of being with friends during the holidays, but sometimes we refrain ... Keep Reading
Thanksgiving Wines
Choose the perfect wines to complement a turkey dinner with all the trimmings. Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner or you’re a guest, ... Keep Reading
Pickleball Expansion
There are big changes happening at the Palmetto Dunes Pickleball Center. Currently, the Pickleball Center at Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort ... Keep Reading
Muscadine Wines: Understanding These Sweet Southern Vintages
Muscadine wines are misunderstood. They certainly aren’t the most popular wines, but they are uniquely amazing and worth a try. Muscadine, not to ... Keep Reading
Pickleball Revolution
People and families make summers great at the Palmetto Dunes Pickleball Center. The Pickleball Center enjoys bringing families together to enjoy some ... Keep Reading
Pickleball Revolution: What is Pickleball?
Join the Pickleball Revolution! Some people think that pickleball is a game for “old people” or for people “who can’t play tennis anymore.” I’ve ... Keep Reading
A Spanish Mackerel Adventure
Casting a line for these roaming marauders offers unforgettable summer excitement. “I’ll be on Hilton Head next week and would like to charter you ... Keep Reading
Better Together: Delicious Cocktails with Local Ingredients
Did you know that Hilton Head Island is home to a brewery, a distillery and a winery? Tucked behind the airport on the north end of the Island, ... Keep Reading
The Power of the Tides
In May of 1979, I was a fledgling college student with an idea of opening a windsurfing school. On a whim, a truck loaded six windsurfers and equal ... Keep Reading
Pickleball vs. Tennis: Debunking the Pickleball Myth
For years, active tennis players have viewed pickleball as unworthy. The most common objection heard from this group is that pickleball will ruin ... Keep Reading
The Battle of a Lifetime
An adventure off the coast of Hilton Head Island offers anglers the ultimate fish story. We were having fun at the nearshore reef, catching bluefish, ... Keep Reading
Fourth on the Water
One of the most exciting days of the Hilton Head calendar is July 4th. Not only is it the best party of the year, it is also the pinnacle of our ... Keep Reading
Water: Earth’s Best Substance
Living in a coastal town like Hilton Head Island offers the opportunity to access the beach and the ocean on a regular basis. The interaction with ... Keep Reading
Gulf Stream Magic
Cobalt blue offshore waters offer exceptional fishing opportunities. From the very first time I gazed on the deep blue water of the Gulf Stream, I ... Keep Reading
Summer Golf Fundamentals
Enjoy fun on the golf course this season. Summer is a great time to play golf. It’s also the best time to experience the exhilaration of striking a ... Keep Reading
How to Have a Fabulous Fourth on the Water
As June draws to a close, one of the most exciting days of the Hilton Head calendar draws near—July 4th! Not only is it the best party of the year, ... Keep Reading
Red Drum Resurgence
Bull Reds make a strong run in local waters this month. Twenty-five feet below the surface, a marauding school of bull reds swept the sandy bottom in ... Keep Reading
Be Playful on the Golf Greens!
May is an ideal time to refine your swing and perfect your putt. You are invited to play golf in May on Hilton Head Island. Today, over 3,000 ... Keep Reading
Roseate Spoonbills
Roseate spoonbills are becoming a more common sight throughout our Lowcountry marshes. They can commonly be spotted around low tides in our ... Keep Reading
Pickleball Coincidence
Strange things can happen on the pickleball court, but one of the strangest things happened this week. I put four players on the court to play a ... Keep Reading
Spanish White Wine
Stuck in a white wine rut? Let’s go to Spain to solve the problem. Interestingly, Spain has more land devoted to vineyards than any other ... Keep Reading
Cownose Ray Comes Out To Play
Hilton Head is home to a number of varietal species of rays. One of the most visually interesting is the cownose ray. During the spring over the ... Keep Reading
