Trash the Bags: Beaufort County’s Ban on Single-Use Plastic Bags
If you keep track of environmental issues in the Lowcountry, you probably know of Beaufort County's ban on single-use plastic bags. Plastic bags ... Keep Reading
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Fall Splendor
The Lowcountry is full of subtle surprises in the fall. Ah, fall! This favorite season conjures up images of vibrantly colored leaves. The nip ... Keep Reading
Polo Ponies
Polo Ponies I assumed that the riders were going to be athlete divas, simply because of the game’s moniker, “the sport of kings.” I quickly ... Keep Reading
Gulf Fritillary Butterflies
Throughout most of the year in Bluffton, Gulf fritillary butterflies can be seen gathering nectar. The fall in particular is a great time to ... Keep Reading
Wine with Oyster Pairings
What you need to know to create the perfect pairings. Exploring oysters on the half shell has become just as adventurous as sampling wines. Thanks ... Keep Reading
Lowcountry Oysters
Fall and winter mean Oyster Season in the South. With the humidity lowering and the cool breezes of fall blowing in, there is nothing better than ... Keep Reading
The Power of the Tides
In May of 1979, I was a fledgling college student with an idea of opening a windsurfing school. On a whim, a truck loaded six windsurfers and ... Keep Reading
Visit Savannah’s Historic Squares
Savannah’s scenic jewels make this historic city remarkably beautiful and unforgettable. The 22 squares in Savannah today provide locals and visitors ... Keep Reading
The ACE Basin: A Natural Marvel in South Carolina
Just a 25-minute drive from Bluffton lies a natural marvel untouched by commercial industry. The ACE Basin -- named for the convergence of the ... Keep Reading
Island Beaches
Hilton Head Island boasts some of the finest and most pristine beaches in the Southeast. And since they are just a few miles away from Bluffton, ... Keep Reading
Great Shots from the Three Toughest Lies in Golf
Hitting a golf ball straight is difficult enough from a flat lie. When you and the ball are suddenly on different levels, it becomes even ... Keep Reading
Visit the Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge
The Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge, located near the bridge to Hilton Head Island, offers an ideal place to enjoy the natural beauty of the ... Keep Reading
Roseate Spoonbills: The Pink Bird Makes a Come Back
Roseate spoonbills are becoming a more common sight throughout our Lowcountry marshes. They can commonly be spotted around low tides in our marshes, ... Keep Reading
Spanish Moss Trail: Enjoy the Great Outdoors!
Discover the Great Outdoors on a Spanish Moss Trail. If you enjoy hiking, biking, walking, fishing, dog walking, riding a scooter, skateboarding or ... Keep Reading
Etiquette on the Golf Greens
Manners matter whether you’re teeing off, driving or putting on the greens. With its emerald greens, spectacular weather and world-class courses, ... Keep Reading
Southern Cooking
The Lowcountry is proud of its Southern cooking - and rightly so. The appeal of Southern food crosses social, racial and geographic lines. Young ... Keep Reading
Saltwater Fly Fishing
A handful of local fishermen have been fly fishing in Lowcountry waters since the late ‘50s and early ‘60s. But, the sport has been growing in ... Keep Reading
Facts about South Carolina
Fun facts and informative tidbits about South Carolina. South Carolina is known for its beaches, golf courses, and historic districts. It ranks 40th ... Keep Reading
Spiritual Shelter – Church of the Cross Offers Insight Into Antebellum Bluffton
The Episcopalian Church of the Cross sits on a bluff overlooking the scenic May River. It serves as the heart and soul of Bluffton for many area ... 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. They work in harmony to create the beautiful ... Keep Reading
Dolphin Watching
One of the favorite pastimes of Lowcountry residents and visitors is watching dolphins. Many people don't realize, however, that they are ... Keep Reading
Life Sailing Before the Mast
The winds whipped in the North Atlantic in winter, as the Statsraad Lehmkuhl sailed from the U.S. to Norway. Captain Marcus Seidl and his ... Keep Reading
Discover Wormsloe Historic Site
Just miles south of Bluffton is a Savannah treasure, Wormsloe Historic Site. This beautiful park offers a glimpse into three centuries of history. ... Keep Reading
Spring Fishing
One Bluffton resident enjoys the freedom of life on the water, casting a line for red drum, bass, trout and flounder. With easy access to inshore ... Keep Reading
Spring Gardening Fever
Learn how to make the most of your garden this season. Another delicious springtime in the Lowcountry! Heady scents of honeysuckle, wisteria, ... Keep Reading
Making Magic at the Bluffton Youth Theatre
This local youth theater company inspires children to be their best — both on and off the stage. “Winds in the east, there’s a mist coming in, like ... Keep Reading
Winter Bomb: The Snow & Deep Freeze of 2018
The first time I saw snow was in December of 1989. Four-wheelers pulled tubes and hydro-slides attached to ski ropes. Thrilled teens sailed ... Keep Reading
History of the Irish in the Lowcountry
The Irish influence extends far beyond St. Patrick’s Day. Ever since America’s first Irish pilgrims sailed to the New World on the Mayflower, America ... Keep Reading
For the Love of God…and the Environment
My mom says she never would have guessed I would grow up to love the water. I used to scream at the top of my lungs during baths, and the kiddie pool ... Keep Reading
“To the Corners of My Mind”: Memories of a Bluffton Childhood
We all reach an age where we try so hard to remember details of lost memories. Voices and minds that could have verified truth long gone, leave ... Keep Reading
The Lowcountry Oyster Trail Comes to Bluffton
Bluffton’s iconic mollusks take center stage as part of this new culinary heritage experience. “May River oysters are close to perfection!” - Pat ... Keep Reading
“The Slave Dwelling Project”: Preserving the Lowcountry’s Unheard History
Joseph McGill and The Slave Dwelling Project are adding the unheard stories of the enslaved to the nation’s narrative. Since 2010, historian and ... Keep Reading
Hittin’ the High Notes; The Growth of Bluffton’s Music Scene
Like Bluffton itself, the local music scene continues to grow and evolve. Bluffton has been going through major changes lately: new ... Keep Reading
Praise Houses
Praise houses of Bluffton There are three remaining praise houses in Bluffton. One lies on Simmonsville Road, another behind the privately owned ... Keep Reading
The History of Hoppin’ John
A Southern dish of black-eyed peas and rice historically eaten on New Year’s Day for good luck. The first written “receipt” for Hoppin’ John ... Keep Reading
Living Large in Tiny Homes
These diminutive residences are big on style, sustainability and quality of life. I visited a Tiny Homes Show at Shelter Cove Park upon the ... Keep Reading
Blufftonians Giving Back
Meet two Blufftonians who are making a positive impact this holiday season—and throughout the year. They say it’s better to give than to receive. ... Keep Reading
Holiday Spirits Guide
Locally brewed beer, wine, mead and spirits infuse Bluffton with plenty of Lowcountry cheer. Mike and Juliana Tripka, the owners of Bee-Town Mead ... Keep Reading
The Palmetto State’s Contribution to World War I
A state with a strong martial tradition, South Carolina provided as many soldiers for service during World War I. With America’s entry into the war in ... Keep Reading
Environmental Sustainability and the Ban of Single-use Plastic Bags
If you have any connection to environmental issues in the Lowcountry, you have likely heard that Hilton Head and Beaufort County banned single-use ... Keep Reading
Bluffton Holiday Traditions
Discover a few favorite ways to celebrate Bluffton holiday traditions. We don’t have white Christmases in Bluffton. There are no jingle bells on ... Keep Reading
Bluffton Pharmacist, Jim Sauter, Honors the True Spirit of Medicine
One local pharmacist honors the true spirit of medicine, one customer at a time. Bluffton pharmacist Jim Sauter is a throwback to simpler times: ... Keep Reading
What Blufftonians Thankful For
As Thanksgiving approaches, Bluffton residents reflect on what they’re most thankful for at this time of year. Here in Bluffton, residents endured ... Keep Reading
Historic Haunted Bluffton
Discover local haunted houses that may be home to spectres and spirits from another era. The stately old Southern homes overlooking the narrow ... Keep Reading
The Art of Bluffton: Land of Promise for Free Spirits
My Journey: The Art of Bluffton The human hand could hardly paint a finer scene than what appears around every bend in the Lowcountry. Natural beauty ... Keep Reading
Celebrate Bluffton’s Historic Churches
Two historic churches represent two distinct segments of Lowcountry society. This journey through the past begins just outside of Pritchardville ... Keep Reading
Around the Old Town Track with Bluffton Jack
Walking around Old Town Bluffton, you might catch a glimpse of a man out of place—or rather, time. Dressed in 19th-century clothing with a big ... Keep Reading
Polo for Charity
For years the Polo for Charity is revered as one of the highlights of the Bluffton and Hilton Head Island Fall social calendar. Fashionable or ... Keep Reading
Coral, the Undersea Farmers
Did you know that Coral is, in fact, an animal that has evolved to incorporate a garden in its own tissue? Coral doesn’t eat the plant– it simply ... Keep Reading
Longhorn Steakhouse Outlaw Ribeye Steak Recipe
They say the Longhorn Steakhouse Outlaw Ribeye is so good it is criminal. If prepared right, this juicy marbling, perfectly seasoned and ... Keep Reading
