A Fishing Lesson
"Dad," he said with intentionality in his voice, "where did that fish come from?" I turned to see my son looking up at a trophy fish on the wall of ... Keep Reading
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A Short History of R.T. Wilson, Jr. and Palmetto Bluff Plantation: Part II
This article continues the story of my grandfather, H. G. Rubert, and his life serving as private secretary to R.T. Wilson, Jr., the multi-millionaire ... Keep Reading
Ode to the Swamp
No doubt, it is easy to think we own the world and all of its hidden places, and that we may walk through the wilderness like kings and make it ... Keep Reading
Revisiting Roots with Farming
In five generations, my heritage has evolved from farming the land to shopping at Kroger. Instead of living on and working my great, great ... Keep Reading
The Shore Notes GOTTA SING!
Do you love to sing in the shower? Croon in the car? Are you a frustrated Diva? If so, then you need to explore the wonderful singing ... 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 Second Chance at Life for Stephen Golis
As a seven-year-old, the world is at your fingertips. At just seven years old, Stephen Golis found out that these growing pains weren’t just ... 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
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
Bluffton Music Venue Guide
Roasting Room Lounge & Listening Room 1297 May River Rd. (419) 733-0736, roastingroomlounge.com Toomers’ ... 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
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
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
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
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
Going Nuts In Bluffton for the Boiled Peanut Festival
Boiled peanuts, a.k.a. “goober peas,” are South Carolina’s Official State Snack in 2006. They have been a fundamental food in Southern states for ... Keep Reading
Turtle Trivia
Learn more about the Loggerhead turtle. The Loggerhead Sea Turtle (Caretta, caretta) is the most common sea turtle in U.S. coastal waters and was ... 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
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
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
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
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. Expedia named Bluffton most beautiful ... 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
Gullah Culture – Did You Know?
The Island’s West African roots still thrive today in the Gullah culture of our native islanders. The Gullah people are direct descendants of ... 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
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
Southern Specialties
From traditional Southern meals to sugary sippin’s and late night nibbles, the Lowcountry's culinary scene is vast and growing immensely nationwide. ... Keep Reading
The Important Work of the Waddell Mariculture Center
The Waddell Mariculture Center (WMC) is the ONLY facility like it in the United States. And, yes, it is in Bluffton, South Carolina and has been ... Keep Reading
Top 5 Fall & Winter Golf Tips: How to make the most of your game this month.
Golf is a sport that can take a lifetime to perfect. There are always new ways to refine your swing, practice your putt and improve your score. ... Keep Reading
Holiday Cranberry Mule Recipe from Hilton Head Distillery
The Cranberry Mule is a holiday take on the popular Moscow Mule. 'Tis the season to be jolly. Celebrate with friends and family, and we indulge ... Keep Reading
