7 Things to Do In Beaufort
Experience the many things to do in Beaufort, SC! Whether you’re exploring its waterfront, looking for a night out or just something to do with your ... Keep Reading
Experience the many things to do in Beaufort, SC! Whether you’re exploring its waterfront, looking for a night out or just something to do with your ... Keep Reading
This fall, gather your girlfriends, polish your tiara and explore beautiful Beaufort, “Queen of the Carolina Sea Islands.” Receive the royal ... Keep Reading
Tides vary in type and size. This can be due to different factors, including the shape of shorelines, ocean basins, and nearby land masses. Tides ... Keep Reading
You might be thinking you’ve heard about Beaufort, SC a lot lately. Well, you’re right! Beaufort boasts beautiful scenery, diverse culture, and ... Keep Reading
Get ready for some outdoor fun! The Whitehall Park on Lady's Island has officially opened its gates. This 10-acre piece of nature's heaven, ... Keep Reading
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) notes a record number of wood stork nests in 2022. A record number of wood stork nests were ... Keep Reading
Are you a hunter? The Lowcountry region of South Carolina is known for its abundance of wildlife, and thus offers ample opportunities for hunting. ... Keep Reading
It’s always a good time to go fishing in the South Carolina Lowcountry! We offer a true sportsman’s paradise! Our unique landscape provides many ... Keep Reading
The University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) has unveiled a new preservation plan for Pritchard’s Island. Pritchard’s Island is an important ... Keep Reading
Dolphin Strand Feeding demonstrates teamwork at its best. This "strand feeding" behavior contains a group of dolphins. To prepare to strand feed, ... Keep Reading
The citizens of Beaufort County welcomed a new addition to their town August 19th, when a Mexican eagle landed in a park near the waterfront. The ... Keep Reading
Looking for a great Fall camping trip destination? Look no further than the South Carolina Lowcountry. Our beautiful state offers plenty of ... Keep Reading
Did you know that sand dunes play a crucial role in our environment? As we all know, sand dunes are created when the wind blows sand onto a ... Keep Reading
The ACE Basin National Estuarine Research Reserve (NERR) serves as a community hub for coastal science and education. Our educators provide ... Keep Reading
The first Beaufort Water Festival was held in July 1956. John Bigbee served as the first President. Gladys Thompson in charge of the visiting queens ... Keep Reading
Once a year, in mid-summer, our sea island becomes a gigantic stage for one of the South's biggest outdoor events, the Beaufort Water ... Keep Reading
Nestled between Charleston and Beaufort is natural paradise! 1. Start your journey at the Frampton Plantation & Lowcountry Visitors Center. They ... Keep Reading
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources efforts protecting the Diamondback Terrapin. Diamondback terrapins are the only exclusively ... Keep Reading
Cobia are not only an exciting catch, but they taste delicious too! It is becoming more popular as more people realize the great taste and texture ... Keep Reading
Spend a relaxing afternoon at Hunting Island’s Marsh Boardwalk Trail. Hunting Island State Park is one of South Carolina’s most popular parks. ... Keep Reading
In some waterfront areas, driftwood is a major nuisance. However, the it provides shelter and food for birds, fish and other aquatic species as ... Keep Reading
The S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) wants to remind South Carolinians to secure food attractants such as garbage, bird feeders, and pet ... Keep Reading
Join Coastal Expeditions for a fun and educational ecotour to explore the salt marsh estuary as we look for native bottlenose dolphins by Hunting ... Keep Reading
What do a barge, a deconstructed water tower, shipping containers and a shark sculpture have in common? They’re all elements of a new addition to an ... Keep Reading
Get your family and friends outside this November! Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Relatives from all over the country are coming South ... Keep Reading
It's not so wild to see wild turkey. Beaufort and the Lowcountry have many wild turkey living in and loving our area, just like we do! With ... Keep Reading
The 2021-2022 season for recreational harvest of shellfish (clams and oysters) in coastal waters of South Carolina opens one-half hour before official ... Keep Reading
Shellfish harvesting is a large part of our sea island lifestyle. It brings the community together over meals, to bond and appreciate our natural ... Keep Reading
Longleaf pines, Pinus palustris, are large evergreen conifers. They have thick scaly bark that can reach up to three feet wide and needle shaped ... Keep Reading
Subtle changes signal fall in the Lowcountry. Here in the Lowcountry, autumn is a time of gentle transition. As the seasons move slowly from the warm ... Keep Reading
One of the most iconic birds of the Lowcountry is the great blue heron. Their name reflects the colors of their beautiful plumage. These large and ... Keep Reading
Bald Eagles are thriving in the Lowcountry. Bald Eagles begin returning to the Lowcountry in late August. They are our earliest nesters, ... Keep Reading
All Lowcountry crab species begin their life as microscopic planktonic larvae. They float in tidal currents until they are large enough to start ... Keep Reading
Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park Named after longtime Beaufort Mayor, Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park is the crown jewel of the City. Set ... Keep Reading
If you are planning to enjoy all nine days of the Beaufort Water Festival, you're going to need to know what's close. Below is a list of ... Keep Reading
Beaufort Water Festival SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Friday, July 16: Festival Arts & Crafts Market Location: Promenade at Waterfront Park Event ... Keep Reading
An aquatic mammal once common throughout all of North America is the North American River Otter (Lantra Canadensis). Although harvesting of furs ... Keep Reading
The S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) report a rabbit disease that fatally affects wild and domestic rabbits. Rabbit Hemorrhagic ... Keep Reading
Our landscape is like no other. Referred to as the “heartbeat” of the Lowcountry, the tide nourishes and revitalizes all the winding, twisting, ... Keep Reading
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) has a lot to brag about when it comes to gains made in the protection of our state's ... Keep Reading
As always, in late February and March the fishing is best near offshore reefs where the sheepshead congregate. Sheepshead are members of the ... Keep Reading
One of the most common owl calls that people know is the “who cooks for you” call. It’s a call commonly heard year-round on Beaufort. Be sure to ... Keep Reading
Solving a mystery about a common sight on local beaches. Have you ever stumbled upon something strange-looking on Hunting Island’s beaches? What ... Keep Reading
Coyotes have been a part of Native American folklore for centuries. Some thought of them as tricksters, while others saw them as wise and ... Keep Reading
Looking for ways to enjoy the outdoors with your furry, four-legged friends? Kayaking and paddle boarding with dogs can be great fun for humans ... Keep Reading
One would assume that nothing would surprise me after thousands of hours of fishing. I’ve not found this to be true with the ocean. Part of why I ... Keep Reading
On the South Carolina coast, sharks happen. One of the most common shark species caught in the area is the sharpnose shark. They are a year-round ... Keep Reading
’Tis the season to contemplate the gifts we have received in our lives, and how they’ve impacted us. Over the years I’ve given a lot of thought ... Keep Reading
There is no better time for locals in Beaufort than the holiday season. For the few weeks before Christmas, the community shares a closeness and ... Keep Reading
Black rails are experiencing dramatic population declines along the Atlantic Coast. But luckily, the coastal plain of South Carolina has emerged ... Keep Reading
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