The Adaptable Opossum
In 1608, Captain John Smith named a small marsupial after the Algonquian term “Opossum” meaning “white animal.” Growing up in the Southern ... Keep Reading
Summer Shopping in Bluffton
Go Shopping at the Outlets: With 95 brands to choose from, you are sure to find something for everyone on your list. When you are done shopping, ... Keep Reading
Sunny Side Up: Where to Grab Breakfast in Bluffton
Bluffton may be quaint and small, but it houses some of the best restaurants around the Lowcountry. Here few that you'll definitely want to stop at ... 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 of the ... Keep Reading
Golf in Four Parts
G is for Growth: Mentally, there is a quietness in the mind that precedes the carefully orchestrated symphony of movements in the golf swing, ... Keep Reading
Coyotes in the Lowcountry
Coyotes have been a part of Native American folklore for centuries. Some thought of them as tricksters, while others saw them as wise and ... 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
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
Lawton Stables: Hilton Head’s Wild Places on Horseback
Tucked away deep in the interior of Hilton Head Island is the 605-acre Sea Pines Forest Preserve. Viewing it on a horse from Lawton Stables is the ... Keep Reading
A Piece of Paradise at Kilwins
In 1947, just two years after the end of World War II, a new chocolatier arrived on the scene. They delivered high-quality, comforting ... Keep Reading
Presents to Remember: Giving the Gift of a Love for the Wild
’Tis the season to contemplate the gifts we have received in our lives, and how they’ve impacted us. Over the years I’ve given a lot of thought ... Keep Reading
Joy To The Golfer In Your Life!
5 Great Gift Ideas for Christmas for the Golfer in Your Life 1. A prepaid round (or rounds!) of golf. The three Palmetto Dunes Resort Golf Courses ... Keep Reading
A Trip Through Time to the Original Camp Hilton Head
In 1981, only ten or so years after the completion of the Harbor Town Lighthouse, a store popped on the scene. The idea for a “camp-like” shop ... 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 often ... Keep Reading
What I See on the Green
Golf Through the Eyes of Doug Weaver It’s hard to express the joy that teaching golf brings me. This is in part because of my own love for the ... Keep Reading
Trout Tricks
Fishing for Speckled Trout in the Lowcountry The fluorescent orange cork landed with a splash on the edge of the green spartina grass and ... 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
Sauvignon Blanc: The Toast of the Coast
Why Sauvignon Blanc and Seafood Make a Perfect Pair. Sauvignon Blanc is a versatile, dry white wine that complements many seafood dishes. The ... Keep Reading
GOLF for EVERYONE!
A Universal Game for All Kinds of Players “The ball waits on me,” Daniel answers me after a long moment in thought. Maya pipes up then, ... Keep Reading
The Legendary Live Oak
There are few symbols of the Lowcountry more iconic than the centuries old, majestic Live Oak. There are many such oaks in our area. These ... Keep Reading
Do You Know The Way To Cardinal Road?
Fun-seekers take note! If you haven’t been to Cardinal Road yet, you’re in for a treat. “Brewing” for over a decade, a fun new vibe has arrived on ... 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 maintained in ... Keep Reading
Fishing For Spanish Mackerel
One of summer’s top targets for the Hilton Head/Bluffton charter fishing fleet and recreational anglers alike is the Spanish mackerel. These roaming ... Keep Reading
Delightful Dolphin
A creature you just have to see to believe! The Atlantic bottlenose dolphin is probably the #1 wildlife attraction that encourages visitors and ... Keep Reading
Golf and Mr. Rogers
Up your game by making golf more collaborative. The Mr. Rogers movie starring Tom Hanks, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, is a fantastic ... 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
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 in Bluffton can be chilly and gray. It’s the ... Keep Reading
Sheepshead: Delicious Delights
These black-and-white striped battlers are challenging and delicious. Blessed as we are here in the Lowcountry to have 80-degree days in the ... Keep Reading
Apple Delights
Hard cider signals the arrival of autumn and serves as an ideal fall treat of apple delights. What is apple cider? The answer depends on who you ... Keep Reading
Fall In The Lowcountry
Subtle changes signal a change of seasons and Fall in the Lowcountry. Here in the Lowcountry, October is a month of gentle transition. As the ... Keep Reading
Old Savannah Tours: Bringing History to Life for 40 Years
Whether you’re a local or a visitor, Savannah offers so much to see. Interested in learning about Savannah’s history or exploring its haunted ... Keep Reading
The Marvelous Manatee
There are few things as glorious as spotting a manatee while out exploring Bluffton’s tidal creeks and rivers. This roly-poly mammal is so unique ... Keep Reading
Beaufort’s Must-See Museums and Recovered Ruins
Beaufort is full of history and structures that reflect life as it was hundreds of years ago. There are some museums and sites in particular you ... Keep Reading
Spend A Day on the Water
Life in the Lowcountry revolves around the water and few places offer so many opportunities to enjoy this liquid asset. From Broad Creek to the May ... Keep Reading
See Savannah’s Museums This Summer
Looking for an excursion that's educational and keeps you in the air conditioning? Savannah is home to a unique plethora of museums, revolving around ... Keep Reading
Get On Location and See the Movie Sites in Beaufort!
The Lowcountry has been lucky enough to have many feature films produced here. Beaufort, especially, has been the location of many of these movies. ... Keep Reading
3 Southern-Style Recipes for Summer
Enjoy a Southern-Style Recipe for Summer 1. Lowcountry Boil (Frogmore Stew) Recipe Ingredients: 5 quarts of water 1 (3 ounce) bag of ... Keep Reading
Enjoy Bluffton’s Parks This Summer
Explore the beauty and charm of Bluffton, while discovering the many parks and recreational activities along the moss-laden oaks lining the streets. ... Keep Reading
Shark Season!
This month, reel in one of these tackle-busting brutes. June’s warmer waters have populated quickly with a diverse and bountiful population of ... Keep Reading
Get On Board with Standup Paddleboarding!
Stand up paddleboarding (SUP) is an offshoot of surfing that originated in Hawaii. Unlike traditional surfing where the rider sits until a wave ... Keep Reading
The Flavors, Textures and Experiences of Red Wines
If you’ve ever wanted to explore red wine, here are some tips that can help. Since there are thousands of different red wines, it can be daunting ... Keep Reading
Savannah’s Historic Cemeteries
Bluffton, SC is just a short drive over the border into Savannah, Georgia. It is well-worth a day trip to visit the Hostess City of the South. And no ... Keep Reading
Pluff Mud: The Stinky Stuff of the Lowcountry Marsh
A Lowcountry spring is an olfactory celebration. Stroll along one of Hilton Head’s many waterfront boardwalks, and your nose might be entertained ... Keep Reading
Spring Staycation in the Lowcountry
Sometimes a vacation a world away—or even a state away, let alone out of the country—isn’t feasible. Whether it be pockets emptied from the hurricane ... Keep Reading
Spartina: The Splendor of Our Marsh Grass
Spartina, a.k.a, cordgrass serves as a keystone element in the Lowcountry’s saltmarsh environment. March heralds the arrival of spring here ... Keep Reading
Enjoy the Sights, Tastes, History and Traditions of Beautiful Bluffton
Old Town Bluffton, Highway 46 takes you straight into Downtown Bluffton: This delightful area along the beautiful May River is compact but loaded ... Keep Reading
Reads by a Lowcountry Author
How about turning off your devices and reading books this winter? While there is less daylight and a nip in the air, February is a fantastic time to ... Keep Reading
Here’s to a Healthy Valentine’s Day with Wine and Chocolate
But did you know that there are many heart-healthy benefits that go along with delicious icons of romance? So when you’re enjoying that ... Keep Reading
Lowcountry Chimneys, Fireplaces and Firepits
Chimneys evoke fond memories of families gathering on a chilly evening. Fireplaces not only provide a warm focal point for the family, but often ... Keep Reading
