The Hognose Snake: Nature’s Best Actor
The hognose snake has a unique ability- it can play dead! This means that when threatened, this shy species will coil up and lay motionless on ... Keep Reading
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The Bluffton Parkway: Everything You Need to Know
Are you looking to move to Bluffton? Or are you a long-time resident of the area and are curious about the Bluffton Parkway? Either way, this blog ... Keep Reading
Food – Fresh from the Sea
Seafood is a way of life in the Lowcountry. The harvesting of seafood has a long history dating back to when people first began fishing in the ... Keep Reading
Camp the Lowcountry this Season!
The fall season in South Carolina provides you with plenty of opportunities for outdoor fun, so pack up the car and don't miss your chance! The ... Keep Reading
Palmetto Bluff Introduces The River House
The River House is a culinary celebration of this relationship and our professed love for the land and waters of the Lowcountry. The ... Keep Reading
Tidal Creeks
As our population continues to grow, it is important to understand the effects that this has on our environment. One of the most noticeable ... Keep Reading
Fun Things to Do in Bluffton: A Guide to the Best Activities in Town
If you're looking for some unique things to do in Bluffton SC, look no further! We've put together a list of the best activities and fun adventures in ... Keep Reading
K1 Speed Bluffton: The Fastest Way to Have Fun!
If you're looking for a fun and exciting experience, look no further than K1 Speed Bluffton! Our go-karts are the fastest in town, and we ... Keep Reading
Bluffton Bobcats High School Football: A Tradition of Excellence
It's that time of year again! The days are getting shorter, school is starting and high school football is in full swing. One of the most ... Keep Reading
Bluffton Back in Time
When you look around Bluffton today there are hundreds of places to shop. Everything you might wish for is there for you. The Promenade, Calhoun ... Keep Reading
A Feast for the Senses
Music and food. Food and music. Two great things that go together (unless the music is too loud or the food is over-seasoned). There’s a link ... Keep Reading
The Perfect Peach Pie Recipe
Georgia is the "Peach State," but, did you know that South Carolina actually produces more peaches than our neighbor? During a normal year, South ... Keep Reading
Lowcountry Voodoo A-Z
Voodoo is a very important part of Gullah culture. Hoodoo you do? Roots, hexes and spells Asphidity bags; Dr. Buzzard, haint blue, And riding ... Keep Reading
Second Home Ownership
Many of you reading this article have vacationed in the Lowcountry many times before. During some of those trips you may have looked through real ... Keep Reading
A River Party at the Sandbar
Surveying the horizon and tide table it became clear a river party should be organized. The tide was high and about to turn and, with nary a ... Keep Reading
Preserving Bluffton’s Historic Properties
In the last two decades, Bluffton has seen a great deal of growth. Just look at the new houses and buildings in the Historic District. Tabby ... Keep Reading
Where to Eat on the Promenade
The Promenade in Old Town Bluffton has become an integral part of Downtown. Calhoun Street Promenade is a small village that offers a live/work ... Keep Reading
Are Polo Ponies Pampered Divas?
I began exploring the daily life of the athletes who play polo, in preparation for the 23rd Annual Rotary Club of Okatie Polo for Charity ... Keep Reading
Take a Day Trip to Bluffton
Bluffton Day Trips Option 1 – Historic Walking Tour 1. Heyward House Historic ... Keep Reading
The Salt Marsh: the Heartbeat of the Lowcountry
Every day of the year, we witness events that transforms the salt marsh. Referred to as the “heartbeat” of the Lowcountry, the tide nourishes and ... Keep Reading
The Town of Bluffton and Its History
During the 16th and 17th centuries, the town of Bluffton comprised southern Beaufort County, known as Granville County of St. Luke’s ... Keep Reading
SOBA Celebrates Supporters of the Arts
SOBA is hosting a "Celebration of Well-Known Supporters of the Arts in Bluffton." Before there were art galleries in Old Town Bluffton, local artists ... Keep Reading
Take the Kings Highway 17 for a Nature Lover’s Paradise
Between Ridgeland, SC and Savannah a natural paradise awaits! The historic Kings Highway 17 travels through the beautiful SC Lowcountry and these ... Keep Reading
The REAL Bluffton Dining Experience
Just moved to Bluffton? Or are you visiting our town? Well, you are going to want to know where to go to get the real Bluffton dining experience. ... Keep Reading
Sea Island Magic!
The sea islands that extend along the Eastern coast of South Carolina and Georgia. Their history and style reflect each island. From the sandy ... Keep Reading
Confessions Of A Hotel General Manager
How to Get a Great Hotel Room Rate. How to save on hotel stays: the discounts, the concessions, the lures. 1. Negotiate with the hotel. When ... Keep Reading
Fourth of July Events
July jams in the Lowcountry with Fourth of July events. Town of Bluffton's Independence Day Celebration: On July 2nd, the Town of Bluffton is ... 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
The History of Palmetto Bluff
1450 - 1790: Thousands of years ago, Palmetto Bluff was settled by Native Americans. They fished in the coastal waters and hunted and gathered in the ... Keep Reading
Bluffton Bouillabaisse
Holiday memories alive and ... fragrant! Babbie Guscio, Bluffton Bouillabaisse is one of those holiday memories that is alive and fragrant. Recipe ... Keep Reading
Dining with Kids
Helpful tips for dining with kids: Adults want a delicious, relaxing meal and kids just want to have fun. With hundreds of restaurants catering to ... Keep Reading
Juicy Summer Delights – Watermelon
Perhaps more than any other fruit, watermelon symbolizes summer. It serves as a juicy embodiment of the season. As the temperatures peak in the ... Keep Reading
May River Grill’s Succulent Seafood Appetizer
Chef Charlie Sternburgh could be the poster child for enthusiasm and determination. Years ago, Chef Sternburgh was working in an area restaurant. ... Keep Reading
Bluffton is a State of Mind!
Prior to the opening of the first bridge to Hilton Head Island in 1956, Bluffton was a sleepy little town on the May River. It acted as a place ... Keep Reading
Hop on Over to Hilton Head’s Beaches
Just over the bridge on Hilton Head Island, you'll find some of the most amazing beaches in the country. At low tide, there's plenty of room for ... Keep Reading
Local Summer Camps for Kids
The Sandbox Interactive Children’s Museum: Ages 4-12 at Tanger 2: Ages 6-12. June 6- Aug. 5. Campers will play and explore a variety of themes in ... Keep Reading
Carolina Jessamine: The Sweetly Scented, Golden Flowering Vine
The beautiful Carolina jessamine vine spreads its perfume and color all over the South. Its bright yellow flowers drapes itself over forest, ... Keep Reading
Best Wedding Cakes in Bluffton
Bluffton is a beautiful place to say "I do." With natural arbors of live oaks, draped in Spanish moss and the May River as backdrops for that special ... Keep Reading
The Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage
Located in the heart of downtown Ridgeland in a historic Sinclair Service Station, is the Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage. This exhibition ... Keep Reading
The Rose Hill Plantation House
Rose Hill Plantation House (sometimes Rose Hill Mansion) is an historic Carpenter Gothic house located in Bluffton. According to tradition, the ... 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
The 42nd Annual Bluffton Mayfest
Here comes the 42nd Anniversary of Mayfest coordinated by The Rotary Club of Bluffton! Mayfest, known as The Bluffton Mayfest, is one of the best ... Keep Reading
Learn about the Heyward House
Why is Bluffton's Welcome Center is located in the Heyward House? There are a number of reasons. The house was constructed circa 1841 and is one ... Keep Reading
The Root and Bloom – Natural Living & Vintage Market
The Root and Bloom Market is bringing grass roots back! The Root and Bloom Market is a natural farmers market held at Martin Family Park in ... Keep Reading
The RBC Heritage’s Heritage
The Heritage, as it is called by locals and fans, was first played in 1969 on Hilton Head Island. The Tour takes place in mid-April, the week ... Keep Reading
Hilton Head Island Hosts the 54th RBC Heritage
The RBC Heritage has been played on Hilton Head Island since 1969 and is the only PGA TOUR in the state. Its host, the Heritage Classic Foundation, ... Keep Reading
Play Bluffton and Hardeeville’s Golf Courses
As one of the Lowcountry’s top golfing destinations, Beaufort County offers a variety of courses that wander through all kinds of coastal landscapes, ... Keep Reading
Dark Pineapple Bikini Martini Recipe
Dark Pineapple Bikini Martini Recipe recipe from the Hilton Head Distillery: Ingredients: 1 1/2 oz Hilton Head Distillery Dark Pineapple Rum ... Keep Reading
Parris Island: From 1562 to Today
Parris Island is home to U.S. the Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, but many before have occupied this historic islet. Parris Island is ... Keep Reading
St. Patrick’s Day in Savannah, 2022
Erin Go Bragh in Savannah! More than 300,000 people are expected to visit and attend the parade, in which more than 280 floats and marching units ... Keep Reading
