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
Hilton Head Happenings
Remembering Arthur Hills
Legendary golf architect, Arthur Hills, passed away on May 18 at the age of 91. The Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort's Arthur Hills' course is an ... Keep Reading
Amaretto Java Recipe from the Hilton Head Distillery
Amaretto Java is a cocktail with a pep of energy or those who dare to be different. The indulgent almond taste of amaretto and the full flavor of ... 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
Wood Storks Are On the Comeback in the Sea Pines Resort
If you have been in the Sea Pines Resort recently, you might have seen a large bird that looks like a cross between a turkey vulture and an ... 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
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
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
Golf and the Olympics: Three Ways That Serious Golfers Behave Like Olympians
1. Sequencing The best golf swing is built from the ground up. Similarly, the javelin, shot put and hammer are all events in which the skill ... 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
5 Reasons Why Golf Is My All-time Favorite Game
Is golf your all-time favorite game, too? 1. The Setting Long green fairways, gorgeous spring flowers and wide-open skies are just the backdrop ... Keep Reading
Hilton Head Yacht Charter
A New Way to Experience the Very Best of Hilton Head When Hilton Head Yacht Charter’s founder Jim Gilpin had his 55-footer at Shelter Cove, people ... Keep Reading
Get Your Craft Beer On!
A cold beer on a summer afternoon really hits the spot. To help visitors and locals enjoy this summer treat, the Coastal Restaurants created CRAB ... 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
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
Clean Out Your Bird Feeders This Spring
This month, add bird feeder maintenance to your spring cleaning regiment. Winter in South Carolina typically brings more chances for rain to the ... 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
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
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
Gullah Culture
There is something both familiar and exotic about the Lowcountry. For those looking to unlock its mysteries, understanding the Gullah culture in ... 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 ... 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
