Did you ever have a dream where you were flying? Most people have either been asked that question or have asked it themselves. As for me, I cannot remember having a flying dream in quite some time. …

It’s a familiar experience for many Lowcountry residents. A quiet morning outdoors, with the sound of birds and breeze carrying through the air, can quickly be interrupted by the sharp roar of …

As beach renourishment projects reshape portions of Hilton Head Island’s shoreline, understanding how wildlife responds is an important part of the process. For Allie Hayser, a shorebird biologist …

Wildlife art, outdoor traditions and Lowcountry cuisine will come together this month when Palmetto Bluff hosts the second annual SEWE at the Bluff. The three-day event, scheduled for March …

A vast stretch of coastal land in northern Beaufort County that was once eligible for commercial or residential development will now remain permanently protected under what Ducks Unlimited described …

A well-known, natural beauty of the Lowcountry celebrates fifty years next month. Located between Hilton Head’s two bridges, Pinckney Island, a former cotton plantation and hunting preserve, was …

I hope everyone has been staying warm as winter makes its sweep across South Carolina. According to Punxsutawney Phil, our groundhog meteorologist, we can expect 6 more weeks of cool weather. I can …

Would you like to participate in the science of birds and their habitats? Citizen science projects around the world provide opportunities for everyday citizens to contribute to the advancement of …

As you might imagine, I am an avid weather watcher. I’m not talking about flipping on the Weather Channel and waiting for their segment called “Local on the 8’s’ — no sir, I’m talking …

The Lowcountry is a magnet for residents and visitors alike. People flock here for the sweeping marshes, winding rivers, maritime forests and white-sand beaches that make Beaufort County so special. …

The Hilton Head Island Land Trust’s mission is to preserve and protect critical natural habitats and significant historical parcels of land on Hilton Head Island for the enjoyment of future …

I am sure I am not the only person that has periods, that for whatever reason, thoughts about your own mortality creeps in and hangs around like a skipping record. I am not trying to be morbid but …

The Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s holidays are swiftly approaching, bringing family gatherings, festive lights, and endless photo opportunities. Whether you reach for your phone …

The Town of Bluffton, in partnership with Clemson University Extension, has confirmed the presence of yellow-legged hornet nests in several locations around Bluffton, including one near the …

Labor Day may signal the sad end to summer but for marsh monkeys like me it means get all my fishing gear in order, patch up the holes in my cast net and get ready to fill the freezer. If nature …

Whether you live here year-round or are just visiting, chances are you’ve noticed the incredible variety of birds that grace the Lowcountry. For me, what started as a casual hobby turned into a …

I have so many red colored hummingbird feeders that I think Cuba and a couple of Russian satellites in the sky can see them hanging just about anywhere in my yard. The other birds are a little …

Bluffton town leaders are asking residents to help protect the May River in an unusual but vital way: by picking up after their pets. The campaign, launched August 18th, 2025, stresses that dog …

The Rotary Club of Bluffton restored oyster reefs along the May River on Aug. 16, continuing an annual project aimed at supporting the Lowcountry’s coastal ecosystem. Volunteers, working …

I really don’t like alligators, even a little bit. They are primordially unattractive and overtly sneaky. If I’m being honest, there’s also a good dose of fear mixed in to my …