Jun 19

A Day at the Spa

Brynn & Reid

Have you ever thought that you would like to try oil painting but never had the courage to do so? That little voice in your head whispers, “I don’t have any talent” or “I can’t even draw a straight line!” or better yet, “What if I invest in paints and then I don’t take to …

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Jun 19

St. Christopher Celebrates Monumental Anniversary

Special to the Island Connection We will be having an Open House from Saturday, June 22 through Monday, June 24 with some specific events and activities, some by prior arrangement with costs involved, but most simply for folks to come and enjoy. Saturday the 22nd  includes: 8:30 a.m. – Barrier Island 5K Run/Hike that takes …

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Jun 19

June 2013 Fishing Report

Weeks full of sunny weather and warm temperatures have made our fishery come alive.

By Geoff Bennett Great fishing conditions are finally consistently here! Weeks full of sunny weather and warm temperatures have made our fishery come alive. Bait is everywhere and eager fish are chasing it down. Anglers have a whole host of options now that our seasonal species have arrived to compliment the traditional targets of redfish …

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Jun 18

Dedicated to the Dolphins

Patricia Schaefer took the dolphin strand-feeding photo used on the sign.

By Colin Cuskley A new dolphin education sign has been installed along the boardwalk out to Beachwalker County Park. The interpretive sign explains about dolphin strand feeding behavior on Captain Sam’s Spit and provides guidelines for viewers to safely view this unique behavior. You should stay back from the shoreline if you want to see …

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Jun 18

Shrimp Season Starts Off Summer

Provided by SC Department of Natural Resources The commercial shrimp trawling season opened in South Carolina state waters within the General Trawl Zone at 8 am on Thursday, May 30. The shrimp season normally opens in mid to late May after the peak spawning period of white shrimp has occurred. The unusually cool spring has …

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Jun 17

Summer Fun at Bohicket Marina

Try the Sunset and Dolphin Watching Cruise at Bohicket Marina this summer.

Are you tired of your same-old, same-old summer routine? Has visiting the beach every day lost its appeal, or are you still sore from last week’s sunburn? One of the best things about living on the islands is that there is never a loss of things to do! Bohicket Marina has taken initiative to kick-start …

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Jun 17

Exclusive Events, Exhibit Previews, Freebies, and Much More!

Provided by SC Aquarium With the Aquarium’s newest exhibit, the Animal Care Exhibit, now open, it’s never been a better time to become a member of the South Carolina Aquarium! From exclusive event invitations, to previews of exhibits before they open to the public, membership provides your family with unlimited all-access fun– all year long. …

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Jun 14

Seabrook Town Council – May 28, 2013

Mayor Holtz called the meeting to order and approved the minutes from last month’s meeting Financials Holtz commented that year to date revenues are in good shape and running ahead of budget. “We’re pretty similar to last year,” he said. Year to date expenditures are under budget by $75,000 and revenue over expenditures is $57,000. …

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Jun 14

Swimming Safety for Students Everywhere

By CCPRC The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission is proud to work with other local agencies as part of a program that offers swim lessons to children throughout the Lowcountry. Through CCPRC’s Community Education partnership with the Charleston County School District, the Community Services of Edisto, and the Lowcountry Aquatic Swimming Project, CCPRC is …

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Jun 13

Kiawah Town Council – June 4, 2013

Mayor Lipuma called the meeting to order and Council approved the minutes from last month’s meeting and public hearing. Kiawah Partners Sold “Yesterday an extraordinary event took place,” Mayor Lipuma said. South Street Parners of Charlotte, NC purchased Kiawah Partners. Patrick Melton, the new Chief Executive Officer, has replaced Buddy Darby and addressed Council and …

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