Marsh Tackies: The Little Horse with a Big Impact
The Carolina Marsh Tacky or Marsh Tacky is a rare breed of horse, native to South Carolina. A small horse, it is well adapted for use in the ... Keep Reading
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Wood Storks Set Records
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
Beaufort: A Beacon of Patriotic Military Service
Beaufort, South Carolina is a patriotic military town with a long and proud history of service. It’s the home of prestigious Marine Corps ... Keep Reading
Take a Romantic Trip to Beaufort
If you're looking for a romantic getaway that offers plenty of activities and sites to explore, Beaufort might be the perfect destination. With its ... Keep Reading
Go Fish in the Lowcountry
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
Moving to Beaufort SC? Here’s How to Change Your Name/Address
If you're moving to Beaufort, South Carolina, you'll need to change your name and address on all of your important documents. It can seem like a ... Keep Reading
Dolphin Strand Feeding
Dolphin Strand Feeding demonstrates teamwork at its best. This "strand feeding" behavior contains a group of dolphins. To prepare to strand feed, ... Keep Reading
Beaufort’s Big Bridges
The Broad River Bridge (also known as the Edward Burton Rogers Bridge), spanning the Broad River. Its length is a whopping 1.7-miles long. Originally ... Keep Reading
The Importance of Sand Dunes
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 Edisto Island Serpentarium: A Great Stop on Your Visit to the Lowcountry
If you're looking for an exciting and educational stop on your visit to the Lowcountry, look no further than the Edisto Island Serpentarium. This ... Keep Reading
Protecting the Diamondback Terrapin
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources efforts protecting the Diamondback Terrapin. Diamondback terrapins are the only exclusively ... Keep Reading
Fun Facts about South Carolina
Stop right there! You're about to learn some fun facts about South Carolina. Below is a list of tidbits to get you more acquainted with the second ... Keep Reading
National Geographic Expedition Comes to the Sea Islands
National Geographic Cruise and Expedition Comes to the Sea Islands of the South Carolina Lowcountry. Along the coastline of the SC Lowcountry are a ... Keep Reading
6 Things to Do with Kids in Beaufort, S.C.
Looking for fun things to do with the little ones? Below are six destinations for a fun day for them and the whole family. 1. Port Royal Sound ... Keep Reading
Taking a Compliment! A Sampling of Beaufort Accolades.
Recognition of Beaufort’s many charms just keeps pouring in! Here are some of the accolades we’ve heard just in the last two years from some of ... Keep Reading
Beaufort Named One of the 12 Most Romantic Small Towns in the United States
Love is in the air in all year long in Beaufort. TripstoDiscover.com has named Beaufort one of the "12 Most Romantic Small Towns in the United ... Keep Reading
Edisto Reef Addition Features Eclectic Mix of Structures
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
November Is a Great Month to Get Outside and Get Active!
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
Shellfish Season Opens October 1
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
What Drives Beaufort’s Economy?
Beaufort's economy is growing at a swift rate. The proximity of the city to other fast-growing areas including Hilton Head Island and Bluffton as ... Keep Reading
Where to Camp in Beaufort and Surrounding Areas
Driftwood RV Park 2558 Trask Pkwy., Beaufort (843) 846-4360 Tuck In the Wood Campgrounds St Helena Island, SC Tranquil RV & ... Keep Reading
Green Cordgrass and High TIdes Forever
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
Coastal Bird Conservation Continues as Start Date for Crab Bank Restoration Draws Near
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
AMAZING Azaleas
The best time to see Beaufort's azaleas in all of their glory is March and April. The exact time depends upon the weather in the state. Cooler ... Keep Reading
Sea Pork
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
Paddling with Paws: Kayaking with your Pup
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
Atlantic Sharpnose Shark
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
Have a Green Holiday Season
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
Behind “Ghost Bird”: Key Discoveries about the Elusive Black Rail
Black rails are experiencing dramatic population declines along the Atlantic Coast. But luckily, the coastal plain of South Carolina has emerged ... Keep Reading
The Phantom Flounder: Seeking The Fish That Sees All
The flounder is one of the most highly prized catches in our local estuaries. Armed with an impressive set of teeth and blinding speed, it can often ... Keep Reading
The ACE Basin National Estuarine Research Reserve
Protecting the natural beauty, abundant wildlife and unique cultural heritage of the South Carolina Lowcountry since 1992. The ACE Basin National ... Keep Reading
Upland Bird Hunting Season
Upland hunting is an American term for a form of bird hunting in which the hunter pursues upland birds. In South Carolina, we have many migratory ... Keep Reading
Trout Tricks
Fishing for Speckled Trout in the Lowcountry The fluorescent orange cork landed with a splash on the edge of the green spartina grass and promptly ... Keep Reading
Fireflies: Lowcountry’s Ghosts
On an evening stroll, there is a chance you may spot ghostly glowing lights dancing in the distance. Remain calm. Most likely, fireflies are on the ... Keep Reading
Horseshoe Crabs
The Sea Turtle Patrol stays busy monitoring nests every morning in the Lowcountry. Lowcountry visitors quickly become accustomed to the beach, ... Keep Reading
“Around the Sound” Helps to Keep the Port Royal Sound Clean and Healthy!
HELP US RAISE $50,000 IN “SOUND RESEARCH” FUNDS SIMPLY BY EXPLORING THE AREA’S GREATEST BEACHES, TRAILS & WATERWAYS! HOW ... Keep Reading
Delightful Dolphin
A creature you just have to see to believe! The Atlantic bottlenose dolphin is probably the #1 wildlife attraction that encourages visitors and ... Keep Reading
Jellyfish and Local Sea Nettles
Every year, hundreds of thousands of jellyfish pass through our waters. Most jellyfish along the South Carolina coast are harmless, but in the ... Keep Reading
The Summer Singers: Chuck-Will’s-Widows
Learn more about these distinctive birds, which serenade the Lowcountry all summer long. Beaufort’s warm weather and summer months brings back ... Keep Reading
The Smoker King: Cast a Line for King Mackerel
There’s no sweeter sound to an angler’s ears than the scream of a reel’s drag, especially the scorching punishment dealt by a summer favorite: the ... Keep Reading
Tidal Waters
First-time visitors to Beaufort get quite a surprise when they encounter our nearshore waterways. Unlike most coastal areas, there is no crisp ... Keep Reading
Gator Watching
Native to the Lowcountry, alligators are often seen here, but they can be elusive during the heat of summer and the cold of winter. Alligators ... Keep Reading
Sea Turtle Season
Meet a few of the fascinating turtles that frequent Lowcountry waters. Here in our offshore waters, we are fortunate to host four of the seven ... Keep Reading
Fall Splendor
The Lowcountry is full of subtle surprises in the fall season. Ah, fall! This favorite season conjures up images of vibrantly colored leaves. The ... Keep Reading
The Great Sea Island Storm of 1893
On Sunday night, August 27, 1893, the eye of the huge, slow-moving Category 3 hurricane landed just south of Savannah. The great Sea Island storm ... Keep Reading
Blue Ribbon Best of Beaufort
You might be thinking you’ve heard about Beaufort, SC a lot lately. Well, you’re right! Recently, our town gained recognition by numerous ... Keep Reading
Roseate Spoonbills: The Pink Bird Repopulates
Roseate spoonbills are becoming a more common sight throughout our Lowcountry marshes. They can commonly be spotted around low tides in our ... Keep Reading
Spanish Moss Trail: Enjoy the Great Outdoors This Summer!
Discover the Great Outdoors on a Majestic Rails-to-Trails Paved Pathway. If you enjoy hiking, biking, walking, fishing, dog walking, riding a ... Keep Reading
Dolphin Watching
One of the favorite pastimes of Lowcountry residents and visitors is watching dolphin. Many people don't realize, however, that they are actually ... Keep Reading
Get Outdoors in Winter
Explore the great outdoors in winter. Enjoy exceptional hiking and biking opportunities at area nature preserves, state parks and ... Keep Reading
