Amazing Appellation
Many famous wines are named for their appellation, or the region where they are grown. To use an appellation name, the grapes must be grown in that ... Keep Reading
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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
Discovering the Lowcountry Maritime Forest
If you have seen the Lowcountry from the waterways, you may have been audience to some remaining maritime forest. You may have been lucky enough ... 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
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
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
New Year’s Resolutions: The Struggle Is Real
By Chase S. Wilkinson My nacho problem is interfering with my New Year's resolutions. The problem being that nachos are delicious and I can’t stop ... Keep Reading
Greek Wine
Choose the perfect vintage to complement classic Greek cuisine. Greece’s sunny skies and crystal seas make this Mediterranean country a great place ... Keep Reading
How Do the Tides Work?
Tides are the rise and fall of sea levels. The combined effects of the gravitational forces exerted by the Moon and the Sun, and the rotation of ... 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
A Warm Christmas Eve
Handel's Hallelujah and Watt's Joy extinguished the glow of the Christmas Eve candlelight service three minutes before seven o’clock. I gave a nod to ... Keep Reading
Choosing the Perfect Cabernet Sauvignon
From price to pairing, here’s what you need to know to make the ideal selection. Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the most widely available wines on ... Keep Reading
The Gift of Golf
Enjoy this inspiring sport for a lifetime. Golf is an attractive sport for players of all ages. It’s exhilarating and peaceful at the same time. ... Keep Reading
A Thanksgiving State of Mind
It’s the day before Thanksgiving. Outside the weather was overcast and rain drizzled, but inside I was snug in my bed. My wife, Betsy, and I had ... 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
Beaujolais Nouveau
One minute after midnight on the third Thursday of November, millions of cases of Beaujolais Nouveau make their way from the French countryside to ... Keep Reading
Bluffton’s Veterans Day Parade
An official United States public holiday honoring all who have served in our country’s armed forces, Veterans Day is commemorated on November ... Keep Reading
Boutique Shopping in Bluffton
While Bluffton may be a small town, it has some fantastic shopping. Home to both Tanger Outlets, and many big name brands, Bluffton gets the crowds to ... 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
Where to Find a Pumpkin Patch Near Bluffton
Holiday Farms Opening October 4th, Holiday Farms offers pumpkins and so much for the whole family. Along with annual favorites such as Duck ... Keep Reading
Remembering Hurricane Matthew
It was the first hurricane warning I’d ever taken seriously. Since moving to Bluffton from the West Coast in 2004, I’d seen a few storms come and ... Keep Reading
Loggerhead Sea Turtles
Loggerhead Sea turtles have been part of our geological fossil records for over 210 million years. There are seven varietal species that can be ... 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
Want to Help Our Baby Sea Turtles? Here’s How.
Coastal Discovery's ADOPT A NEST Program Adopting a loggerhead sea turtle nest will provide the Coastal Discovery Museum with important funds to ... Keep Reading
What To Know When Wedding in Bluffton
Here are a few things you should know before planning a Bluffton wedding: Wedding Applications & Important Information Both applicants ... Keep Reading
New Stores & Children’s Museum at Tanger Outlets
New stores and the Sandbox Children’s Museum at Tanger Outlets! WHAT: Tanger Outlets Hilton Head is excited to offer a variety of new ... 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
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
Public Boat Landings and Piers in Bluffton and Nearby Areas
Boat Landings: Alljoy Boat Landing: 265 Alljoy Rd., Bluffton Access to May River and Calibogue Sound Long fetch; Water can be ... 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
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
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
Mayfest Returns!
There’s something charming about Calhoun Street in the spring and, come May, there’s even more color and charisma to enjoy. The quirky and wonderful ... 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
Bluffton Awarded!
We've known it all along, but check out these accolades awarded to Bluffton, SC for national recognition. Viewfinder travel blog named Bluffton ... 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
Shop Locally to Keep the Bluffton State of Mind Alive
We always say, “Bluffton is a State of Mind,” but it’s not just a saying around here; it’s a lifestyle and our town’s motto. Why? Because the culture ... Keep Reading
General Robert E. Lee and His Celebrated War Horse, Traveller: A Lowcountry Connection
From the moment he saw the horse, General Lee took a special shine to Traveller. There was nobility there. His fine proportions and a lustrous ... 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
