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
Activities
Winter Water Fun!
Life in Bluffton revolves around the water, even in winter! From Aljoy to the May River, the Intracoastal Waterway to the Atlantic Ocean, freshwater ... 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
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
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
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 ... 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
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 certainly ... Keep Reading
Hilton Head Distillery: Adventurous, Indulgent and Rooted in Tradition
The spirit makers at Hilton Head’s very first craft distillery are on a voyage. Their ship is patiently and carefully built in the old ways — but ... Keep Reading
The Society of Bluffton Artists’ Featured Artist Show: Penny Healy’s “USA From Sea to Shining Sea”
The Society of Bluffton Artist gallery in Old Town Bluffton is showing the works of Penny Healy. Penny Healy’s art exhibit features 50 state ... Keep Reading
CATCHING “BULLS”: What to Know About Fishing for Red Drum
Fishing for Bulls is an Early Fall treat! Also known as redfish, spot tail bass, puppy drum or channel bass, red drum got their name from the ... Keep Reading
Shooting Dogs: A lighthearted look at the serious business of capturing the perfect sporting dog moment.
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
Virtual Fun: Local Online Activities for Kids of All Ages
VIRTUAL TRIATHLON FITNESS CHALLENGE YOUR CHALLENGE - YOUR CHOICE: Run/Walk, Bike, Swim Solo registrants and teams are welcome! Call (843) ... 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
Lot 9 Brewing Company Comes to Bluffton
Lot 9 is brewing great beer fo good people. The vision of lot 9 is to become the Lowcountry’s most loved, most enjoyed, and most respected brewery. ... 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
“Around the Sound” Helps to Keep the Port Royal Sound Clean and Healthy!
HELP US RAISE $50,000 IN “SOUND RESEARCH” FUNDS SIMPLY BY EXPLORING THE AREA’S GREATEST BEACHES, TRAILS & WATERWAYS! HOW IT WORKS Register a ... 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
Palmetto Dunes’ Own Doug Weaver Shares Heritage memories – Part 3
Palmetto Dunes’ own Doug Weaver shares some of his favorite Heritage memories - Part 3 In 2000 — following the birth of Doug’s two children, the ... Keep Reading
Palmetto Dunes’ Doug Weaver Heritage memories – Part 2
Palmetto Dunes’ own Doug Weaver shares some of his favorite Heritage memories - Part 2 From 1979 until 1986, Doug enjoyed the Heritage like the rest ... Keep Reading
Town of Bluffton Declares June 19 as “Juneteenth Day,” Town Holiday.
Town of Bluffton declares June 19 as “Juneteenth Day,” Town holiday. Town of Bluffton Mayor Lisa Sulka, on behalf of Bluffton’s Town Council, issued ... Keep Reading
Doug Weaver’s Heritage Memories – Part 1
Palmetto Dunes’ own Doug Weaver shares some of his favorite Heritage memories - Part 1 Golf fans know that under normal circumstances this week, ... Keep Reading
Savannah Music Festival Announces Fall Concert Series Featuring Rescheduled Artists from 2020 Season
Five concerts that were originally scheduled for the 2020 Savannah Music Festival season have been rescheduled as part of a special new fall concert ... Keep Reading
What’s In Your Bag?
Golf clubs are the equipment we use to hit the golf ball out on the beautiful golf courses in the Lowcountry. A golf club has three parts—the ... 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
Sea Pork
Solving a mystery about a common sight on local beaches. Have you ever stumbled upon something strange-looking on Hilton Head Island’s beaches? ... 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
Hiking the Palmetto Trail During COVID-19
South Carolina’s premier cross-state trail system will remain open during the COVID-19 time period. This will allow individuals and ... Keep Reading
Experience Golf with Correct Techniques
Learn techniques that will help you excel on the green and beyond. You’ve probably heard many stories about the difficulty of golf from people who ... 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
What to Know About The Hilton Head Island Seafood Festival, 2020
The Hilton Head Island Seafood Festival is a family friendly, week-long culinary and cultural tourism event. Top chefs, mixologists, ... Keep Reading
24th Annual Hilton Head Island Gullah Celebration
2020 Hilton Head Island Gullah Celebration – Opening Party January 30, 6-9 p.m. Art League of Hilton Head Gallery at the Arts Center of ... 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
A Christmas Catch
The cold north breeze caressed the tips of the spartina marsh grass as the glow of sunrise appeared on the horizon. “It’s too cold,” complained the ... Keep Reading
Enjoy the Outdoors
There are so many ways to experience the Lowcountry’s wild beauty this season. November is a great time to enjoy the outdoors with your ... 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
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
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
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
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
The Majestic Great Blue Heron
One of the many creatures you are sure to encounter in the Sea Pines Forest Preserve is the Great Blue Heron. A Lowcountry treasure and a ... Keep Reading
Wonderful Wood Storks
Wood storks can be seen gracefully soaring over marshes or feeding in the shallows during low tide all over Bluffton. These large wading birds are ... Keep Reading
Gullah Heritage History
Gullah Heritage History In the late 1600's, enslaved West Africans were brought to the Georgia and South Carolina sea islands to tend the rice ... Keep Reading
5 Facts About Old Town Bluffton
1. Old Town Bluffton is a great destination for visitors. Situated along a natural bluff overlooking the May River, Old Town Bluffton features ... Keep Reading
