Hilton Head Vacation Guide Fall/Winter 2019 - 20

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Beach Life

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GOLF

Play three championship golf courses by legendary architects: Robert Trent Jones, Arthur Hills & George Fazio

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Rent a bike at Hilton Head Outfitters to explore 5 miles of scenic paths or take it to the beach!

Rent a kayak or canoe at Hilton Head Outfitters & take a ride through a calm 11-mile salt water lagoon

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Junior & adult programs available.

Exhibition & Happy Hour: Monday, 5:30 p.m.

Demo Days: Tuesday, 2:30 p.m.

Adult clinics & round robins daily.

Take a private lesson with Pickleball Touring Pro Sarah Ansboury!

Located mid-island, Hwy 278, mile marker 8. Call 844-237-1109 PalmettoDunes.com

Upscale seafood restaurant & wine bar Open for dinner at 5:00 p.m. daily

ALEXANDER’S

Take a fishing trip & catch Redfish, Trout or Flounder. Catch and release

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DINING

Memorial Day Weekend to August 30 Seven waterfront restaurants offering Mon, Tue, Wed & Fri 6:30 & 8:00 p.m. international & gourmet cuisine

WATER SPORTS

Choose from one of many options including stand up paddleboarding, sport crabbing dock, waterskiing, wakeboarding and tubing!

TOURS

Enjoy our two-person power cat, dolphin & kayak tours

SHOPpING

Shops feature apparel, jewerly & accessories, Hilton Head Island gifts, art & more!

FISHING CHARTERS Board any of our 12 fishing boats & fish inshore or offshore with our experienced & fun captains!

BOAT RENTALS

Luxury pontoon boats for families & center console fishing boats for anglers

ENTERTAINMENT Enjoy live music nightly at various restaurants & Thursday concert series select Fall evenings

CRUISES

Take in the view on our scenic cruises including nature, sunset, sport crabbing, sailing and more!

Located mid-Island, adjacent to Palmetto Dunes. Call 844-237-1108 ShelterCoveHiltonHead.com

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Vacation Guide EXPLORE & ENJOY THE LOWCOUNTRY

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We are eager to tell you about all the wonderful things Hilton Head Island and Bluffton have to offer. Whether you are here for a family vacation, golf or tennis, a business trip, a weekend getaway or just a day of fun in the sun, you will soon understand what attracts so many visitors to our corner of the world. After the beach, and lots of outdoor activity during the day, you will discover exceptional cultural, dining, entertainment and shopping opportunities that will keep you engaged past sunset.

Navigating Hilton Head Island can be difficult. Founding visionary and developer Charles Fraser made beauty a high priority, putting nature first and limiting light pollution in our community. We are proud to be different but unfortunately, it makes finding things sometimes difficult for visitors. Virtually everything is hidden behind a tree or two, but with this guide and a GPS, you should be good to go.

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Inside, you will find information on our most popular activities — going to the beach, golf, tennis, biking, boating, fishing, shopping, eating out and much more.

We also touch on the local culture, the laid-back lifestyle and why you should never leave. We hope this guide will inspire you to explore what the Lowcountry has to offer.

You will soon notice the pace of life is much slower here. So, break out your flip flops, take a deep breath and soak in the beauty that surrounds you. Leave your stress behind; you are now in the “Slowcountry!”

If you’re like us, you may decide to stick around and become a part of our community.

After all, most of us locals were tourists first who decided to stay.

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Welcome to the Lowcountry About Hilton Head Island About Bluffton Scenic Driving Tour Upcoming Events The Beaches History of Hilton Head Biking the Island Get Out on the Water

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The Ultimate Escape ➼ Hilton Head Island

by BARRY KAUFMAN

Since the day Charles Fraser landed on Hilton Head Island and envisioned something a little bit more valuable than timber, we’ve been known as one of the world’s ultimate playgrounds. This is true year-round, thanks to the gentle climate of our sub-tropical location, but in fall and winter—when the no-see-ums are less active—Hilton Head Island is paradise.

During fall, temperatures fall just enough to keep you comfortable as you explore the vast richness of our island’s wild spaces and cultural sites. And with crowds nonexistent in winter; It’s the perfect time of year for enjoying the island’s many treasures.

Early fall is the ideal time to visit our beaches, as you’ll have plenty of space to spread out your blanket and get your prize pick for the best spot on the beach.

The water may be a little chilly for swimming, but the sunbathing is superb.

Gorgeous beaches are just a small part of our island’s popularity. After all, you don’t court 2.67 million visitors a year just on sand and surf. Our golf and tennis facilities are among some of the best in the world, and around every corner you’ll find a delightful shop or gourmetcaliber restaurant all adding to the perfect itinerary.

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lighthouse that anchors Harbour Town Golf Links’ 18th hole to the sweeping ocean views along the Robert Trent Jones course in Palmetto Dunes, this island is a mecca for the golf purist and the amateur hacker alike.

Hand in hand with our global reputation for golf is our passion for the game of tennis. All across the island, you’ll find courts offering all three Grand Slam surfaces, with Hilton Head serving as home to eight of the top 100 in the world.

And when you’re not out on the course or the court, you’ll find 100 miles of award-winning bike paths and pathways, a thriving arts scene including Broadway-caliber shows at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, and a restaurant scene that has drawn the attention of culinary giants.

It’s all part of our island’s dedication to the ultimate vacation, and the cooler months are the most relaxing time to experience it all.

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Heart of the Lowcountry

Get Lost Lose your sense of time among the oaks of Sea Pines Forest Preserve. see page 8

What’s going on?

There is always something happening, check out the schedule of events. see page 10

➼ Bluffton

by LISA ALLEN

Bluffton began as a Native American enclave where tribes would fish and collect oysters, trading them along the May River. Later, it became a retreat for wealthy cotton, indigo and rice plantation owners who enjoyed the river breezes from the town’s bluff. Hence its name, Bluffton. That life revolving around gentle breezes continues today, earning the town the designation of “one of the last true Southern coastal villages.”

Bluffton remained rustic for decades until interest in Hilton Head flowed over the bridge to the mainland — a little at first, then Bluffton’s population surged with communities of retirees and young families alike.

Geographically, Bluffton mushroomed through vigorous annexation from 1 square mile to 53 square miles in the 1990s. Within that perimeter, development exploded, creating a critical mass of young families that have given Bluffton its own flavor.

Town planners grouped development so residential areas remain peaceful.

Shopping centers are clustered along U.S. 278; several schools and athletic fields ring McCracken Circle, and a dining and entertainment district keeps the Calhoun Street Promenade hopping.

Central to the town’s ambiance is Old Town, which is Bluffton’s original square mile. It’s sprinkled with upscale artisan shops, art galleries and one-ofkind eateries. Architectural guidelines means new construction blends seamlessly with historic structures. The quaint town center is nestled among live oak trees that drip with Spanish moss. Now a National Historic District, Old Town includes the pre-Civil War Church of the Cross and the antebellum Heyward House, which serves as Bluffton’s visitor center.

Not only is Bluffton a great coastal village, a couple of attractions keep Bluffton on many “best town” lists. One is the iconic Bluffton Oyster Co., one of the last operating oyster factories on the East Coast.

Another is Palmetto Bluff, a coveted community that boasts the five-star Inn at

Go for a ride Cast your worries in the breeze and experience the island on a whim.

Your wish is your command. see page 16

Palmetto Bluff and protected wilderness overlooking the May River.

Despite its vastly expanded dimensions, Bluffton remains a small town. Because the warm weather makes outdoor activities possible year-round, the town’s parks host a plethora of festivals, events and public gatherings in every season.

Bluffton offers an ideal blend for its residents: a small-town feel with cosmopolitan sophistication. But if you really want to know what makes Bluffton unique, head to the May River, the gorgeous waterway that put the town on the map. hhigo.com | Fall/Winter 2019-20 7

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Explore by Car

➼ From the Harbour Town Lighthouse to

Bluffton, and everything in between.

by MARCO FREY

Hilton Head has a lot to offer beyond the crowds and resorts. This driving tour captures the essence of our cherished Lowcountry. At the break of dawn, savor a bite for breakfast and then pack the car to make a day of it. Don’t worry, there’s plenty of time left in your stay for napping under an umbrella. This trip involves only about an hour of driving, but has miles of fun.

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Start in Harbour Town, nestled in Sea Pines Resort, one of the island’s first developments. There you can begin the morning climbing the steps of the iconic red and white striped lighthouse. Once at the top, take a moment to smell the salty Atlantic breeze and watch boats pass lazily near the horizon. Before you leave, take a moment to let kids play in the tree house fort just beyond the shops. Speaking of treehouses, take a drive along Deer Island Rd, located behind the shops. There, you’ll see the curious octagonal villas that embody developer Charles Fraser’s vision for the island.

After Harbour Town and Deer Island, head to the Sea Pines Forest Preserve, the island’s greenest patch, located across from Lawton Stables. Here, you’ll walk among moss-draped oaks with a good chance of

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or stop at Stacks for breakfast or lunch. At the traffic circle, take Palmetto Bay Road and continue over the Cross Island Bridge for that postcard view, well worth the $1.25 toll.

spotting an alligator sunbathing along a pond. Look closely between the trees to spot an enormous banana spider. Take the boardwalk over the vanishing swamp and end your stroll at the Indian Shell Ring, a 4,000-year-old remnant of the island’s first oyster lovers.

Next, pack in the car and head out of Sea Pines, back to U.S, 278, and grab a quick lunch at The Sea Shack for some casual fare,

Take the Gum Tree Road exit and you will find yourself on the “north island,” where you can head to the Coastal Discovery Museum. The museum is set amid 68 acres of the old Honey Horn plantation. Explore exhibits about the region’s storied history as well as paths that highlight the local flora and fauna. There are kid-oriented events as well as a lovely butterfly habitat (seasonal).

To learn about the Gullah culture, be sure to call ahead and set up an appoint to visit the Gullah Museum of Hilton Head. There you can learn about Gullah customs, traditions, language, stories, songs and structures on Hilton Head.

Post museum, drive to Beach City Road to find Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park,

the first self-governing community of formerly enslaved people. Wander through the hallowed open grounds and imagine life under the oaks that still stand from that time. From the parking area, follow the path to a platform on the marsh, perfect for spotting a heron. Then, continue along the forest paths that lead to an uncrowded stroll along the beach. Take your shoes off and let the sand between your toes remind you that you’ve arrived. Watch the seagulls dip into the ocean and let your eyes peer deep into the Atlantic horizon.

Time for one last destination. Head off island and cross over Broad Creek towards Calhoun Street in Old Town Bluffton. Walk the Old Town and Promenade, end your day with dinner at one of the many restaurants and stroll down to the town dock to watch the sun set on the tidal May River. Look up and let the osprey remind you there’s no place like the Lowcountry. hhigo.com | Fall/Winter 2019-20 9

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Events GARVIN-GARVEY HOUSE TOURS Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays • 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (By appointment) Location: Oyster Factory Park Address: 63 Wharf St., Bluffton Visit the newly restored Garvin-Garvey House for a guided tour. $5. townofbluffton.sc.gov.

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MICHIGAN FOOTBALL ON SATURDAYS Date: Saturdays Location: Mellow Mushroom Address: Park Plaza 33 Office Park Road, Hilton Head Island Come cheer on the Michigan Wolverines with the local University of Michigan alumni club. Wear your maize and blue. Kickoff at noon unless otherwise indicated, check the schedule online. alumni.umich.edu.

WEDNESDAY TASTINGS AT LE COOKERY Date: Wednesdays •1-3 p.m.

Location: Le Cookery Address: 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island Phone: 843-785-7171 Stop in for Wednesday Tastings, where you can sample the chef’s choice and see a demo of the gadget of the week.

Free. lecookeryusa.com.

DAUFUSKIE ISLAND HISTORY AND ARTISANS TOUR This 4.5-hour Daufuskie Island trip by Outside Hilton Head provides a glimpse into a fascinating chapter of Lowcountry history on the undeveloped side of the island. Tour includes boat cruise from Hilton Head Island, U.S. Coast Guardlicensed captain and interpretive naturalist/historian guide, golf cart, light snack, and refreshment. $85. 800-686-6996 or outsidehiltonhead.com.

HILTON HEAD FARMERS MARKET Date: Tuesdays • 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Location: Coastal Discovery Museum Address: 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island Phone: 843-689-6767, ext. 226 Take home fresh produce, pasture-raised chicken, free-range rabbit, pork, seafood, salsa, fresh sausage, cookies, breads, she-crab soup and much more. Shopping at the Hilton Head Farmers Market is about more than getting great food. It is also about meeting friends, strengthening community, and rebuilding the local food economy. coastaldiscovery.org.

FARMERS MARKET OF BLUFFTON Date: Thursdays • 2-6 p.m.

40 Calhoun St., Bluffton 843-415-2447 Fresh, locally grown vegetables, fruits, flowers, plants and herbs abound at the Farmers Market of Bluffton, a weekly community event where locals and tourists gather not only to buy excellent produce but also to enjoy delicious food, listen to entertainment, and relax with friends.

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Date: Tuesdays • 2 p.m.

Location: Rose Hill Mansion Address: 199 Rose Hill Way, Bluffton Phone: 843-757-6046 Experience afternoon tea at a beautiful plantation house in the Lowcountry. Selections include custom crafted teas, elegant finger sandwiches and heavenly desserts. Small groups or large groups welcome; reservations are required. $40 per person.

ADULT PAINT AND PLAY Date: Thursdays Location: Art League Academy Address: 106 Cordillo Parkway, Hilton Head Island Phone: 843-842-5738 Paint and Play is an adult wine and paint night of fun entertainment for all skill levels — no experience needed. Relax, unwind and let out your inner creativity as artist Kristin Griffis helps you create your own finished piece of artwork. artleaguehhi.org.

FISHING & CRABBING LESSONS Date: Saturdays • 4 p.m.

Location: Rowing & Sailing Center Address: 137 Squire Pope Road, Hilton Head Island Phone: 843-816-0172 Ben Green with Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church on Squire Pope Road will offer a free missionary program that teaches children fishing and crabbing skills.

GUIDED TOURS OF HEYWARD HOUSE MUSEUM AND WELCOME CENTER Date: Mondays-Fridays • 10 a.m.-4 p.m. & Saturdays • 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: Heyward House Museum and Welcome Center Address: 70 Boundary St., Bluffton The museum offers guided tours of the four-room Carolina farmhouse and two outbuildings, which are filled with interesting artifacts and furnishings from the late 1800s into the 1920s. Tours last 45 minutes to an hour and are offered as visitors arrive unless previously scheduled. $10; reservations required for groups of 10 or more. heywardhouse.org.

PEDEGO ELECTRIC BIKE RENTAL Date: Daily Location: Outside Hilton Head Address: 50 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island Phone: 800-686-6996 Rentals are available at: Outside Hilton Head at Shelter Cove; a kiosk at The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa; and Moreland Bike Shop in Palmetto Bluff. Two-hour Pedego bike tours leave from The Plaza at Shelter Cove. Cruise up to 20 mph for many miles. Price ranges from $40 to $45. outsidehiltonhead.com.

SALTY DOG HAPPY HOUR CRUISE Date: Daily • 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Location: The Salty Dog Address: South Beach, Hilton Head Island An early happy hour cruise option. The full bar and gallery onboard will be open during this 90-minute boat ride around Calibogue Sound. Prices range from $15 to $24. saltydog.com

FREE GOLF CLASS & EXHIBITION Date: Mondays • 4-4:50 p.m.

Location: Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course Address: 7 Trent Jones Lane, Hilton Head Island Phone: 855-293-5838 A golf clinic and demonstration at Palmetto Dunes’ Robert Trent Jones course. Ask questions to former PGA Tour player Doug Weaver and staff. The class is hands-on, interactive and all skill levels will benefit. Free. palmettodunes.com.

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SARAH ANSBOURY PICKLEBALL CLINIC Date: Tuesdays • 6-7:30 p.m.

Location: Palmetto Dunes Tennis & Pickleball Center Address: 6 Trent Jones Lane, Hilton Head Island Skills and game play to help improve your pickleball game. $35 per person. palmettodunes.com.

FRIDAY SOCIAL DANCING Date: Fridays • 6-9:30 p.m.

Location: Dolphin Head Golf Club Address: 59 High Bluff Road, Hilton Head Island Phone: 757-375-5953 Hilton Head Island Shag Club: Anyone who loves to dance is invited to attend — ballroom, swing, country, line, singles and out-of-towners are welcome. $5 per person. hiltonheadshagclub.com.

SUP YOGA Date: Wednesdays and Fridays • 7:30 a.m.

Location: Shelter Cove Marina Address: 1 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island Phone: 843-686-6996 A 90-minute standup paddleboard yoga session. Yoga class with rental is $40; bring your own paddleboard and class is only $15. outsidehiltonhead.com.

SOCIAL BRIDGE AND SUPERVISED PLAY Date: Fridays • 10 a.m.-noon Location: Hilton head Island Bridge Club Address: 95 Mathews Drive (Port Royal Plaza Center) Hilton Head Island Phone: 551-795-6329 An opportunity for players to improve their game and meet new partners in a casual, relaxed environment. $10; free for Junior Bridge members.

OPEN MIC NIGHT Date: Last Thursday of the month • 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Location: Mikki’s Café Address: 70 Marshland Road, Hilton Head Island Bring something short to share, or just come to listen, dine and enjoy music by the Hilton Head Jammers. islandwritersnetworkhhi.org.

BIKE TOURS IN HISTORIC DISTRICT Date: Wednesday • Starting at 10:00 a.m.

Location: The Rowing and Sailing Center Address: 137 Squire Pope Road, Hilton Head, SC 29928 Phone: 843-686-6560 You can enjoy a three-mile casual, safe and fun bike tour through some of the Island’s most captivating historic sites.

See the fishing co-op where Islanders once farmed, feasted and fended off the chemical company BASF, the hallowed ground of a Gullah cemetery, an Indian Shell Enclosure, the tabby ruins located on a former plantation and visit with

volunteers from the Gullah Museum of Hilton Head Island to learn more about the “little blue house” history and restoration efforts. Bring bug spray, sunscreen, and water. $15/ADULT • $10/CHILD (ages 10+) with your own bike. $25/ADULT • $20/CHILD if bikes are provided. Registration required, visit heritagelib.org/Tours.

THE ARTIST’S GALLERY AT ISLAND RECREATION CENTER Date: Sep 15, 2019 8:30 a.m. - Feb 1, 2020 4:00 p.m.

Location: Island Recreation Center Address: 20 Wilborn Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926 Visual art gallery comprised of local artists who live or work on Hilton Head Island

FAT TUESDAY ~ A CELEBRATION OF NEW ORLEANS & BEYOND… Date: Tuesdays • 7:30 p.m.

Location: The Jazz Corner Address: 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 The Jazz Corner Ensemble features pianist ERIC JONES, bassist DAVE MASTELLER and percussionist CHRIS RUSSELL with rotating special guests including saxophonist DEAN ST. HILLAIRE, trumpeter JAMES BERRY and more.

KAYAKING JARVIS CREEK Date: Tuesday through Thursday • 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Location: Jarvis Creek Water Sports William HIlton Parkway, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926 Phone: 843-689-6767ext.223 Join a certified guide for a closer look at the salt marsh aboard a stable, touring kayak. Venture into creeks and inlets to view local wildlife, such as wading birds and dolphins. Cost is $32 adult, $28 child (ages 5-12 with adult).

Reservations are required by calling 843-689-6767 ext. 223

JOJO SQUIRREL & THE HOMEPICKLES AT THE TIKI HUT Date: Saturdays • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Location: Tiki Hut Address: 1 S. Forest Beach Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 Come listen to our original house band JoJo Squirrell & The Home Pickles on the Beach at Tiki Hut. Made up of vocalists Mike Kavanaugh (Rhythm Guitar), Jevon Daly (Lead Guitar), Gary Pratt (Bass), and Jani St James (Drums), JoJo Squirrel performs classic rock and contemporary hits from the Beatles, Eagles, Rolling Stones, Grateful Dead, Doobie Brothers, Johnny Cash, Tom Petty, and many more to get you on your feet.

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BEACHES

Sands. Surfing. Swimming. Sunning. Shores. Sailing. Sanctuary. Whatever your vision of the “beach life” may entail, the sun-splashed beaches of Hilton Head Island offer as many experiences as there are shells on their sandy shores.

From its heel to its toe, here’s an overview of some of the island’s popular beaches and hidden gems.

SOUTH Beach

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Coligny Beach

SOUTH BEACH BEST FOR: Unique water sports opportunities (kayaking, sport fishing, parasailing, etc.), sightseeing and walking.

Located in Sea Pines at the “toe” of the island near the South Beach Marina. Though the marina area is one of the more popular island destinations for visitors, with its dining, shopping and inventive water sports experiences, the Calibogue Beach itself is relatively quiet, nearly secluded, and is great for just watching the dolphins or a relaxing walk. If you are not a Sea Pines resident or registered guest, you must pay $6 per vehicle to enter the resort. ACCESS: Near Sea Pines South Beach Marina, best accessed by bike or foot.

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COLIGNY BEACH BEST FOR: If the crowds are any indication, everybody. Perfect for sunbathing, swimming, biking, an early-morning jog or a romantic date night. At Hilton Head’s busiest beach you’ll find soft sand and wonderful clean water. Even better, it’s close to the island’s unofficial downtown area. The beach is protected by security cameras and visitors can enjoy free Wi-Fi, volleyball nets and scores of beach rentals and free parking — just not at the popular Coligny Plaza. The beach and the shopping plaza do get a little crowded, but if you like an active and lively beach experience, this is your spot. ACCESS: At Coligny Circle, at the intersection of Pope Avenue and South Forest Beach Drive.

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HISTORIC MITCHELVILLE FREEDOM PARK BEST FOR: Walking, birdwatching, clamming & fishing.

The public beach access at this historic site is located on the “heel” of the island. It boasts 31 acres of mostly untouched nature, feels like your own private beach and is arguably the scene for the best bird watching in all of Hilton Head. The beach itself is a generous walk from the park.

ACCESS: Near the end of Beach City Road.

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BEST FOR: Surfers, walking and biking. A bit off the beaten path from the plantations and resorts, Folly Field has more of a locals’ beach feel. With a shorter walk to the beach than nearby Driessen Beach, it is both convenient and quiet. Take a long walk and grab a pit stop and a drink at the outdoor bar at the nearby The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa. ACCESS: Located on Starfish Road, a right turn off Folly Field Road.

BEST FOR: Day trips, swimming, sunning, locals and in-the-know. A long boardwalk connects the maritime forest to the white-sand beach. A long, wide shoreline leaves ample room to spread out, and the flat ocean floor and small waves make it kid-friendly and great for body boarding or just wading. Tucked in a heavily shaded and wooded area, it’s a bit hard to find, but with tons of amenities like parking and restrooms. ACCESS: Off William Hilton Parkway, at the end of Bradley Beach Road. hhigo.com | Fall/Winter 2019-20 13

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• LOCALS TOP PICKS •

DOLPHIN HEAD BEST FOR: Walking (at low tide), surf fishing and collecting shells. Located on the northern tip of Hilton Head in Hilton Head Plantation, Dolphin Head beach overlooks Port Royal Sound and includes a mile-long walking path and a quiet (only open to HHP residents) beach dotted with vestigial live oaks and pines. ACCESS: Dolphin Head Lane, inside Hilton Head Plantation.

FISH HAUL CREEK BEACH PARK

BEST FOR: Privacy, fishing, walking. Many locals consider this beach Hilton Head’s best-kept secret.

Adjacent to Barker's Field, this beach park (formerly Mitchelville Beach Park) was recently renamed. It's not for swimming, but is great for beach-combing, hunting for sharks' teeth and digging for clams.

ACCESS: Near the end of Beach City Road, on Mitchelville Road.

ISLANDER’S BEACH

BEST FOR: Locals and swimming. A favorite of locals, Islander’s Beach recently earned a high ranking in Coastal Living magazine’s Top 21 Beaches on the East Coast. It’s less crowded than most Hilton Head spots and swimmer-friendly, thanks to its gentle underwater slope. Parking is at a premium and is mostly reserved for residents and year-round pass holders. ACCESS: Located at 94 Folly Field Road, at Sparkleberry Ln.

NORTH FOREST BEACH BEST FOR: Swimming, walking and surfing Located near over 100 dining and shopping options in one of the island’s oldest neighborhoods, it is one of the places to be on Hilton Head. For surfers, the beach area at Jacana Street is known to offer some of the best waves at high tide on the island. Locals swear by the shoreline as the best on Hilton Head, and the quaint mix of older beach cottages with modern ocean compounds makes for a compelling community feel. ACCESS: The one-mile stretch of beach starts at Coligny Circle and runs north to the Sonesta Resort located in Shipyard Plantation.

SOUTH FOREST BEACH BEST FOR: Swimming, fishing, biking and walking. Part of Hilton Head’s “Ocean Community,” South Forest Beach is on a one-mile stretch of beachfront between the Coligny Circle and Sea Pines Plantation gate. It is the largest of the island’s public beaches, and draws more crowds than North Forest Beach. Wide, comfortable and spacious, and buffered somewhat from nearby development, it’s a great allpurpose spot. Venture a little further away from the public access point that divides the north and south beaches, and you’ll find even more room to spread out. ACCESS: Public access on Alder Lane and Seaside Villas, off South Forest Beach Road.

BURKES BEACH BEST FOR: Surfing, boarding, walking and pets.

Located to the northern side of Chaplin Community Park, Burke’s Beach is adjacent to Singleton Beach, divided by the natural folly field. The beach offers seasonal lifeguards and limited parking, but boasts some of the best waves for surfing and boarding. The dog park at Chaplin Park is a nice touch and makes it a great destination for a bark-and-beach day with man’s best friend.

ACCESS: Just south of Palmetto Dunes at the end of Burkes Beach Road.

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Living History

➼ Local woman

makes history come alive in character

By DENISE SPENCER photos by KELLIE MCCANN

Bluffton resident Margaret “Peggy” Pickett has done a little bit of everything over the years.

For a while, she was a trainer for IBM, teaching customers how to use their new equipment.

She also taught pre-school, and was a language therapist working with at-risk students.

When her husband retired and the couple moved from their home in Bethesda, Maryland, to Williamsburg, Virginia, she decided to try something new.

“I no longer wanted to be confined to the classroom,” Pickett said.

Instead, she turned to museum education in Virginia’s historic triangle — Jamestown, Williamsburg and Yorktown — giving tours and leading hands-on programs for school groups for the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation. She also worked with beloved doll company American Girl, leading tours of Colonial-era character Felicity’s Williamsburg and hosting tea parties for girls and their dolls while in character as Miss Manderly, who taught Felicity manners, sewing, dancing and proper tea conversation.

Bringing Felicity’s world to life sparked Pickett’s passion for the past, and in 1999 she became an independent historic researcher and living history presenter. She also researched and created two new characters: Joan Pierce and Elizabeth Bacon, who lived on Jamestown Island in the 17th century.

Peggy Pickett retired to the Lowcountry and became an expert on historical figure Eliza Pinckney, who she interprets in character.

After Pickett’s husband died in 2008, she moved to the Lowcountry to be near her son, Dwayne, a historical archaeologist. It would have been easy for her to hang up her period costumes and relax into retirement. But her “Second Act” was about to begin.

Peggy and Dwayne founded Pickett Educational Resources, developing DVDs and hands-on programs for organizations like the Coastal Discovery Museum and area schools.

They also co-authored a book about the early days of colonization in America.

And, of course, Peggy got back into character.

She brought to life “two amazing South Carolina renaissance women who were generations ahead of their time — Eliza Lucas Pinckney and Rebecca Brewton Motte,” said Charles Baxley, editor and publisher of “Southern Campaigns of the American Revolution.”

“Peggy has researched the details of their lives and written monologues based on her research which she elegantly portrays in first person, thus giving them voice in the 21st century.”

Peggy has also written a nonfiction book about the life of Eliza Lucas Pinckney.

Dwayne has gotten in on the act as well, interpreting the characters of Capt. William Hilton and Charles Cotesworth Pinckney during historic presentations.

Introducing new generations to long-gone figures has given Peggy new purpose, she said.

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Connecting Bluffton & Hilton Head Island

By FRANK BABEL Photo by LLOYD WAINSCOTT

Recreational cycling has been part of Hilton Head Island for years. Our bike-friendly status makes us stand out and it’s a coveted island amenity. But biking’s range is limited — we can’t walk, run or ride bikes safely between the mainland, Pinckney Island and Hilton Head Island. The U.S. 278 bridge corridor project is going to change that.

For the past year, the South Carolina Department of Transportation and local officials have been meeting with the public, collecting information and studying ways to address a deficient U.S. 278 bridge span as well as traffic capacity and congestion issues on the bridge corridor between Moss Creek and Squire Pope Road. This year, a U.S. 278 Gateway Corridor Committee was appointed by Hilton Head Island Town Council to represent local interests, gather input and share information with the state.

All of the proposed bridge designs have been studied and include dedicated bike and pedestrian lanes. The final bridge design will be shared with the public in the fall of 2020.

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ridor, something that is not possible now. The goal is to have a safe, protected pathway that will keep recreational cyclists and pedestrians off the roadway, similar to what is in place on the popular bike- and pedestrian-friendly Ravenel Bridge in Charleston. Shoulders on the bridge must accommodate active cyclists and fast e-bikes.

The bridge plan will be transformative. It will enable commuters to turn to their bikes to get to work safely, and it will open up recreational opportunities on Pinckney Island for birdwatching, biking and hiking. And it will make it easier to visit the historical, cultural and environmental sites scattered throughout the Lowcountry.

The corridor must anticipate and handle regional growth. For example, Hardeeville is projected to grow to 30,000 residents by 2030. Hardeeville’s leaders have a plan to build a worldclass bike network connecting most parts of the community, taking a page out of Hilton Head’s book.

Not so coincidentally, the East Coast Greenway, a longdistance trail network that will span 2,900 miles from Maine to Florida, will run along the Spanish Moss Trail through Beaufort, past the University of South Carolina Beaufort and through Hardeeville on its way south. Clearly, we want to provide connectivity and access to our island for those longdistance cyclists passing through our area.

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Ride for a Good Cause Pedal Hilton Head Island, an annual biking weekend event, is back November 15-17. It’s a celebration of Hilton Head Island’s music, culture and two-wheeled lifestyle. Money raised from this event benefit the programs servicing the over 250 kids who use the Boys & Girls Club of Hilton Head Island each day.

Featuring concerts with “Music of the Grateful Dead” on Friday and Saturday nights. Rides of different length offer cyclists of all ages and abilities a chance to explore Hilton Head, a Gold level bike friendly community, viewing some of the most beautiful neighborhoods on the Island. For more information and to register, go to www.pedalhhi.org.

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LOCAL ADVICE

Best bike rides on Hilton Head Island as selected by local cycle experts Ron Knight and Frank Babel

1 most scenic rides

The boardwalk at Barker Field overlooking the marsh is simply amazing. If you’re on the south end, visit the “toe” of the island on the beach looking at the entrance to South Beach Marina. You’ll see Harbour Town in the distance, Daufuskie Island dead ahead and the Atlantic to the left.

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2 best nature trail

The rice dike trail in Sea Pines to the horse stables and into the Sea Pines Forest Preserve is incredibly rich in natural beauty, and it’s often almost empty.

3 best beach to cycle

Start at Palmetto Dunes, hit the beach and travel south to the tip of the island at South Beach — preferably with the wind at your back. Assuming cooperation from the tides and tourists, this is as good as it gets.

➼ GO ONLINE

Biking maps are available at: hiltonheadislandsc.gov greaterblufftonpathways.org

4 best family ride

Start at Coligny Circle and take the pathway west along Pope Avenue to New Orleans Road. Then turn right along the pathway and follow Arrow Road across the William Hilton Parkway to the Palmetto Bay Marina and back; you’ll stay off the main drags and discover a lengthy hidden ribbon of trail behind the shops and restaurants. For an alternate route, turn onto the William Hilton Parkway from New Orleans Road, follow the pathways to the Shelter Cove Marina and back.

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DO

DON’T

Wear a helmet

There should be no exceptions to this rule for your family.

Wear bright clothing

Ride against traffic

The best place to ride is on the more than 60 miles of public bike paths, but if you do venture out on the road, stay with traffic.

witout it, it may be hard for cars and other vehicles to see you easily.

Obey traffic signs

When riding your bike, act as if you were riding in a car.

Listen to music

It’s always important to be aware of your surroundings and never more so than when on a bike. If you have earbuds in, you may not hear the car coming up behind you.

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Get Out on the Water

➼ There is more than one way to make a splash

By DEAN ROWLAND AND ZACH VAN HART

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LOCAL ADVICE Safety First!

Bring a life jacket and a whistle.

Coast Guard regulations require that all kayaks have them on board.

Always check your equipment for wear and tear before you paddle.

Research proper paddling techniques, water safety and first aid.

Yes, “water, water everywhere… nor any drop to drink” as Coleridge wrote 215 years ago in the “Rime of the Ancient Mariner.” We don’t need to drink sea water as long as we can also enjoy it by boating, sailing, paddleboarding, kayaking, charter boating and more.

With the abundance of accessible inlets, rivers and lagoons in the area, kayaking is an exotic yet practical exercise. But it remains uncharted territory for many locals and tourists.

For those willing to try, here are some basic expectations and recommendations.

Kayaking on calm water that surrounds Hilton Head Island is not only relaxing, it can be a great adventure, too. And the best part? Kayaking is a sport for everyone.

Whether starting with a lesson or tour, or for those who prefer trying solo, the necessities are safety precautions, knowing how to enter and exit the kayak and some paddling basics.

“Ability is not a concern,” said Mike Overton, president of Outside Hilton Head, which rents kayaks and other water sports equipment. “If you can walk around the block, you can kayak. This is taking a nature walk through the marsh.”

Important safety rules include wearing a personal flotation device, keeping safe distances from larger water vessels such as boats, maintaining balance and simply staying in a comfort zone.

Kayak paddles, unlike canoe

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prototypes, have blades on both ends. Once in the water, grip the paddle with your arms slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Then alternate strokes from side to side, forming an imaginary figure eight.

Start by taking a guided kayak tour to get a feel for the area’s unique setting.

Tell someone your paddle plan: where you’re going, what you will be doing, how long you expect to be gone and how many people are in your party.

Then, stick to your plan.

From there, one can kayak for leisure, or turn an afternoon into vigorous exercise. It’s much like deciding whether to walk, jog or run intervals, only on the water.

The harder you paddle, the more strenuous the workout.

Depending on the location, expect to encounter marine wildlife. In this area, dolphins are aplenty and may come within feet of your kayak.

Manatees, river otters and various fish reside here, too.

Many local companies that rent kayaks also have guided eco-tours and dolphin tours.

Stay hydrated.

Always bring plenty of water and food.

Be aware of weather conditions and water temperature. Watch out for offshore winds that make it difficult to return to shore.

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Go Fish

By JOHANNA JACKSON

Fishing is a year-round activity on Hilton Head Island. For those that want to keep their feet on the land, lagoon and surf fishing are popular choices. For those looking for a bit more adventure, inshore and offshore fishing may be the ticket.

LAGOON FISHING

Most of the lagoons on Hilton Head are brackish, meaning they are both fresh and salt water.

Don’t let the calm waters fool you; fish can grow to enormous sizes (red drum can weigh more than 50 pounds). Other fish caught in the lagoons include tarpon, striped bass, black drum and the occasional blue fish. Live bait such as shrimp and finger mullet are your best bets, but they are usually hard to come by unless you catch your own or are fishing off of a private charter boat. Spinning and top water lures fished with a lightweight spin rod are another popular option.

SURF FISHING

There are a lot of junk fish (skates, rays, small sharks) in the Carolina surf, which can be thrilling to catch, but frustrating for those in pursuit of game fish. Red drum, kingfish, and flounder are some of the more prized fish that can be caught. Squid strips, minnows and bunker chunks are the most common types of bait used in the surf. They can be purchased at any tackle shop along with 2- to 3-ounce sinkers to combat the rough water. Don’t feel like you have to cast halfway to the horizon to catch fish, some of the biggest can be taken right out of the breaking waves. The best times to surf fish are early mornings and evenings, when the beach crowds have subsided and the fish are most active.

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If you are feeling particularly adventurous, and willing to spend a majority of the day surrounded by water, inshore and offshore fishing can provide some real thrills. Party boats accommodate large numbers of passengers, but private charters are also available (usually for groups less than 6). Half and full day trips are typical. These trips generally target fish that are specific to the season, and can include marlin, tuna and cobia. Most offer specialized shark fishing trips all year. Your vessel may travel many miles out to sea, or stick to the inshore waterways.

LICENSES AND REGULATIONS

Fishing Hilton Head Island South Carolina law requires that all anglers over the age of 16 have a state fishing license to fish from the surf or water banks. A 14 day license is $5 for residents and $11 for non-residents. Commercial fishing boats provide all their passengers with licenses. Private plantations and resorts usually restrict fishing to owners and guests, and each is subject to its own set of rules. For more information, go to the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources homepage, www.dnr.sc.gov.

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Te nnis A n yone?

âžź Game, Set, Match

by SLOAN KELLY

Tennis, like golf, is a year-round activity on Hilton Head Island and in Bluffton. One of the top 50 tennis destinations in the United States, the Lowcountry has the courts and the competition to satisfy the most discriminating player. Oh, and Stan Smith calls this home.

The area’s 20-plus tennis clubs offer more than 300 courts. All three Grand Slam courts can be found here: Clay, grass and a variety of hard surfaces. Players may access facilities on private plantations if they make arrangements. Ask for details when reserving your court time.

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LOCAL ADVICE

Where to Play?

We’ll help you find that perfect court.

➼ PUBLIC COURTS Hilton Head

➼ TENNIS CLUBS Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center

Shipyard Racquet Club

Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort, 843-785-1152; 26 (six courts are lighted for night play) clay tennis courts, 5 of which are junior/POP Tennis specific and 8 pickleball courts.

Shipyard Plantation, 843-6868804; Adjacent to Sonesta Resort.

Full complement of facilities and instruction. Call about their free weekly pro exhibitions much of the year. 14 clay, 6 hard courts, 8 lighted

Port Royal Racquet Club Port Royal Plantation, 843-686-8803; Racquet club, pro shop, 10 clay, 4 hard, 2 grass courts, 4 lighted

Sea Pines Racquet Club Sea Pines Resort, 843-363-4495; Tennis facility located in Harbour Town in Sea Pines. It offers a complete pro shop and instruction. 24 Har-Tru, 5 hard courts, 5 lighted

South Beach Racquet Club Sea Pines Resort, 843-671-2215; Located near South Beach Village. 11 clay courts, 2 lighted

Van Der Meer Tennis Center 19 DeAllyon Road, 843-785-8388; Hilton Head’s largest facility. Full complement of facilities, instruction.

21 hard, 11 clay courts, 8 lighted

The Island Recreation Association maintains the Town of Hilton Head’s public tennis courts. Play is on a firstcome, first-serve basis. There is no fee. In the event that courts are being used for team play and/or lessons, signs are posted directing players to other locations. Call 843-681-7273 for more information.

Court Locations Chaplin Community Park, Singleton Beach Road, 4 courts, lighted Cordillo Courts, Cordillo Parkway, 4 courts, lighted.

Fairfield Square, Adrianna Lane, 2 courts Hilton Head High School, School Road, 6 courts Hilton Head Middle School, Wilborn Road, 4 courts

Bluffton Bobcat Public Tennis Center The Bobcat Public Tennis Center is located at 12 McCracken Circle in Bluffton. It has four outdoor courts that are not lighted.

Bluffton Recreation Center The Bluffton Recreation Center is located at 61 Ulmer Road in Bluffton.

There are two hard surface courts that are located in the park. For more information, call 843-757-1503.

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A Golf Paradise ➼ If you are

looking to hit the green with a sea breeze at your back, look no further.

by TIM WATSON

Since 1969 when the PGA Tour first visited the island, it has been hard to utter Hilton Head in a sentence without golf.

The annual RBC Heritage Tournament has been a veritable who’s who of golfing immortals. Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Johnny Miller, Greg Norman, Davis Love III and many other golf luminaries have had their names etched on the champion’s trophy and received the now famous plaid jacket of victory. The world-renowned Harbour Town Golf Links is open to the public and with a little advance planning you too can play the course of your heroes.

Not quite ready for the PGA Tour? That’s not a problem. With over 20 public courses on Hilton Head and immediately offisland in Bluffton, there’s a track that will fit you like a glove. Forgot your clubs? All of the local courses offer great rental and demo programs. Don’t forget to ask for demo clubs; sometimes they are the latest and greatest but beware — you might shoot the round of your life and feel like taking them home with you. Winter, spring, summer or fall; Hilton Head Island golf is world class and you will have a great day on the links.

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LOCAL ADVICE Where to Play? We’ll help you find that perfect public course.

Atlantic Dunes

100 N. Sea Pines Drive, Hilton Head Island seapinesgolf.com 843-842-1477

Palmetto Dunes Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course

Country Club of Hilton Head

7 Trent Jones Lane, Hilton Head Island palmettodunes.com 843-785-1138

Crescent Pointe Golf Club

108 Fort Howell Drive, Hilton Head Island palmettohallgolf.com 843-342-2582

Eagle’s Pointe Golf Club

108 Fort Howell Drive, Hilton Head Island palmettohallgolf.com 843-342-2582

Golden Bear at Indigo Run

1 Pinecrest Way, Bluffton pinecrestsc.com 843-757-8960

70 Skull Creek Drive, Hilton Head Island hiltonheadclub.com 843-681-4653 1 Crescent Pointe, Bluffton crescentpointegolf.com 843-706-2600 1 Eagle’s Pointe, Bluffton eaglespointegolf.com 843-757-5900

Palmetto Hall Arthur Hills

Palmetto Hall Robert Cup

Pinecrest Golf Club

100 Indigo Run Drive, Hilton Head Island www.clubcorp.com/Clubs/Golden-BearGolf-Club-at-Indigo-Run 843-689-2200

Port Royal Planter’s Row

Harbour Town Golf Links

Port Royal Barony

11 Lighthouse Lane, Hilton Head Island seapinesgolf.com 843-363-8385

Heron Point By Pete Dye

100 N. Sea Pines Drive, Hilton Head Island seapinesgolf.com 843-842-1477.

Hilton Head Lakes

2005 Wiregrass Way, Hardeeville hiltonheadlakesgolf.com 843-208-5353

Island West Golf Club 40 Island West Drive, Bluffton islandwestgolf.net 843-815-6660

Old South Golf Links

50 Buckingham Plantation Drive, Bluffton oldsouthgolf.com 843-785-5353

Oyster Reef Golf Club

155 High Bluff Road, Hilton Head Island oysterreefgolfclub.com 843-681-1764

Palmetto Dunes Arthur Hills 2 Leamington Lane, Hilton Head Island palmettodunes.com 843-785-1138

George Fazio Course, Palmetto Dunes

10 Clubhouse Drive, Hilton Head Island portroyalgolfclub.com 843-681-1700 10 Clubhouse Drive, Hilton Head Island portroyalgolfclub.com 843-681-1700

Oyster Reef Golf Club, Hilton Head Plantation

Port Royal Robber’s Row

10 Clubhouse Drive, Hilton Head Island portroyalgolfclub.com 843-681-1700

Rose Hill Golf Club

4 Clubhouse Drive, Bluffton golfrosehill.com 843-757-9030

Shipyard Golf Club

45 Shipyard Drive, Hilton Head Island shipyardgolfclub.com 843-686-8802

Sun City - Argent Lakes

1291 Sergeant William Jasper Blvd.

843-645-0507

Hilton Head Lakes

Sun City - Hidden Cypress 672 Cypress Hills Drive, Bluffton 843-705-4999

Sun City - Okatie Creek 60 Sun City Club Lane, Bluffton 843-705-4653

Palmetto Dunes George Fazio 2 Carnoustie, Hilton Head Island palmettodunes.com 843-785-1138

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Coligny Plaza

Shelter Cove Towne Centre

Go Shopping

➼ Whatever you are looking

for, we are bound to have it.

by JOHANNA JACKSON photo by LEXI LAPOINTE

Searching for a unique Lowcountry treasure?

It can be found at one of the many unique and eclectic shops of Hilton Head Island and Bluffton. Shopping is a favorite activity here, with more than 200 outlet shops, six marina villages, numerous boutiques and many popular retail chains. Spend some time exploring and you will find something special. We truly have something for everyone.

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THE SOUTH END Coligny Plaza

(One North Forest Beach Drive): The south end of the island is the heart of the vacation area. The very first shopping center on the island and a perennial favorite is Coligny Plaza. Considered Hilton Head’s “downtown” there are more than 60 stores, 15 restaurants, a unique movie theatre and even a store specializing in kites, Coligny Kite. Candy, T-shirts, and great apparel are there along with groceries, restaurants and a hardware store. Several new stores and restaurants have opened recently including

The Sandbar Beach Eats, FISH Seafood & Raw Bar, Traveling Chic Boutique and the The Pelican’s Pouch.

Harbour Town Shops

(149 Lighthouse Road): At the landmark destination of Harbour Town, the scenery is picture-perfect; the backdrop vividly stunning yet, in addition to the incredible views at every turn, Harbour Town is also an incredible shopping destination, with over 20 boutiques, galleries and gift shops. Shaded red rocking chairs along the harbour encourage you to rest and recharge, perhaps with an ice cream cone or your favorite beverage.

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(106 Buckwalter Parkway): This popular mixed-use development includes a movie theatre, shops, restaurants and more.

Buckwalter Place

This booming commercial area includes a bowling alley, a huge new Kroger supermarket, the Town of Bluffton’s Don Ryan Center for Innovation, and the future site of the Technical College of the Lowcountry’s Culinary Institute.

Old Town Bluffton Promenade Area

The Shops at Sea Pines Center

(71 Lighthouse Road): An interesting variety of customized retail shops and boutiques with a mix of top-quality jewelry, resort casual men’s and women’s clothing, decorative accessories, antiques as well as a full-service day spa. Sea Pines’ only gas station is located at the east entrance and a post office is nestled within the promenade.

South Beach Marina Village (232 South Sea Pines Drive): Located at the southern tip of Hilton Head Island, this unique shopping center has a quaint New England feel to it. It is home to shops, and restaurants, on most days you can also enjoy live entertainment.

The Village at Wexford

(1000 William Hilton Parkway, Mile Marker 10.5) “The Heart of Shopping Local” comprised of over 30 award-winning, locally-owned restaurants, shops and boutique services.

Be sure to stop by Gifted for the perfect gift or keepsake. villageatwexford.com

MID-ISLAND

NORTH END

Shelter Cove Harbour

Sea Turtle Marketplace

(Shelter Cove Lane): With a beautiful Mediterranean waterfront village setting, this is one of Hilton Head’s most popular spots. It is located directly across from the entrance to Palmetto Dunes Resort and offers specialty stores, a salon, art galleries and many popular restaurants with awesome views of Broad Creek.

The Plaza at Shelter Cove

(50 Shelter Cove Lane): This shopping center is home to many locally-owned landmarks, including Outside Hilton Head.

It is also home to medical and real estate professionals, a nail salon, a liquor store and features popular national chains such as TJ Maxx and Whole Foods.

Shelter Cove Towne Centre

(40 Shelter Cove Lane): The former Mall at Shelter Cove has been transformed into this new shopping center overlooking Broad Creek. The village features 290,000 square feet of retail, restaurant and entertainment space surrounded by natural amenities and luxury residences.

(formerly Pineland Station) (430 William Hilton Parkway): Located at the intersection of William Hilton Parkway and Mathews Drive, this new shopping center includes Steinmart, West Marine, Petsmart, Jersey Mike’s and Orange Theory.

Main Street Village

(1500 Main Street): Each building has a different style and this very walkable area is reminiscent of Main Street in a small town. Here you can find great restaurants, handmade crafts, gift items, salon services, and more.

Festival Center

(145 Pembroke Drive): Here you can find big stores like Walmart, Publix and Barnes & Noble with some smaller offerings like Wildbirds Unlimited, Row Fitness, Walgreens and Pier One Imports.

Kittie’s Crossing

(25 Bluffton Road): Home to many popular national chains, including Target and Dick’s Sporting Goods.

Tanger Outlets

(1270 and 1414 Fording Island Road): Because you are making your purchases directly from the manufacturer and avoiding the middleman, brand name merchandise can be purchased at up to 70 percent below retail prices.

Old Town Bluffton

(Calhoun and Promenade streets): Comprised of onesquare mile, Old Town Bluffton includes Calhoun Street, which is home on Thursday afternoons to the Bluffton Farmer’s Market, where you can find beautiful produce and locally made goods. Just to the west, Calhoun Street Promenade is a popular shopping and nightlife district. During the day, visit the Heyward House historic center for a walking map of the Old Town.

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Activities Abound for Everybody in the Lowcountry

by SLOAN KELLY

Blessed with natural beauty, sandy beaches and a temperate climate, it’s no wonder that Hilton Head Island has earned a reputation as one of the most popular vacation destinations in the United States. The island and nearby Bluffton offer many opportunities for all ages to make fun vacation memories.

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Here are a few of the area’s “don’t miss” activities: • Climb to the top of the iconic lighthouse in Harbour Town for spectacular views of Harbour Town Golf Links, the Harbour Town Yacht Basin and Calibogue Sound.

Need to catch your breath as you climb?

Displays lining the stairs document the island’s rich natural history.

• Bike the island’s paved leisure trails.

Rated as a Gold Level Bicycle Friendly Community by the American League of Bicyclists, Hilton Head is the ideal place to

spin your wheels thanks to more than 60 miles of multi-use trails stretching from one end of the island to the other.

• Play volleyball at Coligny Beach or kick back and sip a drink embellished with a tiny umbrella at one of the island’s most popular beaches. The vibe is energetic, and the drinks are ice cold thanks to the nearby Tiki Hut, while nearby Pool Bar Jim’s has achieved world-famous status thanks to its delectable frozen drinks.

And just up the beach at Hilton Head Island Beach & Tennis Resort, don’t miss the libations at Jamaica Joe’z.

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• Play golf or tennis. Hit the links on Hilton Head’s famed golf courses, renowned the world over for their majestic scenery and expert craftsmanship. Tennis players also will be delighted by the island’s variety of courses—clay, grass, Har-Tru, whatever your game you’ll find it among our internationally acclaimed courts.

• Get to know the local scene by enjoying our many festivals, which take place almost every weekend and feature live entertainment, bounce houses arts and crafts and, of course, food and drink.

ON THE WATER

• Take a guided kayak or stand-up paddle board tour through salt marsh estuaries, where if you’re lucky you’ll spot bald eagles, hawks and osprey.

• Learn to surf. Palmetto Dunes Outfitters, and Forest Beach Surf & Cycle are eager to teach you or rent you a board. Hilton Head isn’t known for giant waves, but when there’s species throughout the year, including reda swell surfers head for Burkes Beach and fish, cobia, speckled sea trout, flounder and ZipLine HiltonTarpon, Head a majestic trophy game fish, North Forest Beach near Herron Street. sharks. show up in the waters off Hilton Head in the • Watch bottlenose dolphins play in early summer. the Atlantic Ocean or in the Intracoastal Waterway during sightseeing tours on • Go parasailing, waterskiing, jet skiing, motorized boats of all sizes. Pontoon boats, banana boating or tubing in Broad Creek, catamarans, center consoles and even saila wide, flat waterway. Excursions leave from boats offer excursions, and while they don’t the island’s marinas. guarantee you’ll see dolphins, the odds are in your favor.

ON HORSEBACK • At Lawton Stables, mount a well-trained • Kids will love Hilton Head’s pirate horse for a ride through the scenic Sea adventure tours. The history of the island Pines Forest Preserve. Lawton Stables also is peppered with real pirates, so it’s fun to offers pony rides, a small animal farm and a dress up, use pirate props and take to the horse-themed gift store. open waters. Three different ships set sail from different areas of the island.

IN THE AIR • Glide through the trees on ZipLine • Catch (and maybe release) a big one.

Hilton Head’s canopy tour adventure. The Local charters specialize on inshore, neareight zip lines on the course offer a beautiful shore and offshore fishing around Hilton view of Hilton Head, including some plantaHead Island. Anglers can catch a variety of tion views that the public can’t easily access

from land. Aerial Adventures is also onsite, featuring sky bridges and tree-top obstacles.

THE NATURAL WORLD

• Visit the Coastal Discovery Museum, one of the most memorable destinations on Hilton Head Island. Explore natural history and cultural heritage on the 68-acre Honey Horn property. The museum’s trails, gardens, live oaks, butterfly enclosure and horses are just a few of the fun experiences you will encounter during your visit.

• Hike and birdwatch on Pinckney Island.

Located between the bridges onto Hilton Head Island, Pinckney Island is a national wildlife refuge. Travel down its wide, wellmaintained pathways to watch blue crabs skitter across coastal mud flats in between tides. Observe blue herons, snowy egrets and other birds as they soar and roost in the trees in and around a secluded pond.

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• Visit the historic Mitchelville Freedom Park. Before the Emancipation Proclamation was signed, a group of escaped slaves, considered “contraband of war” by the occupying Union Army, were granted a plot of land where they created their own town. The Mitchelville Preservation Project is dedicated to preserving and sharing the triumphant story of the first self-governed settlement of freedmen in the U.S. and the site is amazing lesson in our nation’s history.

• Reserve a tour at the Gullah Museum of Hilton Head. Since 2003, the nonprofit museum has been committed to maintaining Gullah customs, traditions, language, stories, songs and structures in the Lowcountry. The preserved Little House is a quiet, haint-blue cottage just off Gumtree Road, built in the early 1950s before a bridge connected the island to the mainland. The museum also hosts oyster roasts and educational seminars throughout the year.

ART

• Hilton Head Island is renowned for its arts scene. See a professional performance at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, where musicals, plays, dances and national comedy acts take the stage regularly. Or channel your inner artist with a few classes at the Art League of Hilton Head Academy, working with talented local artists in all media and all skill levels. There are also day-long and multi-day courses at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina that run the gamut from visual arts to performing and dance. For a fun souvenir, head over to the Art Cafe, located across the street from Coligny Plaza and paint your own pottery.

INDOOR FUN

• See a movie. The two largest movie theaters are Northridge Cinema 10 on Hilton Head and Cinemark Bluffton. Northridge offers 10 screens, all with reclining seats.

Hilton Head also is home to Park Plaza Cinema and Coligny Theatre. Park Plaza is an independent theater with a bar and the owners bring their dogs to work. Coligny is a single-screen theater that shows mostly art house movies. With 12 screens, Cinemark Bluffton is the largest theater in the area.

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• Lace up your bowling shoes for a day at Station 300 in Bluffton, which offers 33,000 square feet of bowling, arcade games and food. The bumpers can pop up to protect less experienced players from gutter balls, and then go back down when the family champion is up. In-house restaurant Zepplin’s is available if you work up an appetite.

• Play some arcade games. Adventure Cove Mini Golf & Arcade on Hilton Head features air hockey, video games and a creative and well-maintained mini golf course.

Before you leave, be sure to trade your tickets in for some fun swag.

FOR YOUNGER KIDS

• Play at The Sandbox: An Interactive Children’s Museum. Kids can sit in a real airplane cockpit, climb on a ship, explore the builder’s section, or create a masterpiece in the art room. Located off Pope Avenue, The Sandbox is the perfect stop for toddlers and preschoolers.

• Bounce, bounce, bounce. Just across the bridges in Bluffton, Island Playground offers a slew of bounce houses and inflatables — including a maze and a slide — and is the

perfect place to let your kids run wild. This air-conditioned facility also has a concession stand and comfortable seating and free Wi-Fi for mom and dad.

• Listen to a story. If you crave a little quiet, check out Hilton Head library. It offers programs almost every day — story hour with Mr. Greg is a favorite. Offerings change daily but might include Lego robotics, drop-in craft time, shadow puppets, and Wee Reads story hour.

FOR OLDER KIDS

• Solve mysteries at an escape room.

Are you a secret sleuth? Do you love solving puzzles? If so, try out one of the three escape rooms in the area. Work to solve the puzzles before time runs out.The puzzles may prove to be difficult for the little ones, so this activity is suggested for ages 12 and older.

FOR THE ADULTS

• Try local spirits. Head over to Hilton Head Distillery for some adult fun. Take a tour and taste the locally distilled white, dark and spiced rum. If rum isn’t your drink of choice, be sure to try the distillery’s smooth vodka.

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• Sip and savor. If wine is more your speed, stop by Island Winery and try out some local wines. The tasting rooms offers wine and cheese pairings.

• Relax at a spa. Don’t miss this opportunity for a pampering session. There are many spas on the island offering everything from hot stone massages to couples’ massage.

Relax and rejuvenate

BLUFFTON AND BEYOND

Old Town Bluffton

• Explore Old Town Bluffton — see our story on page 42 for can’t-miss history spots. The Farmers Market of Bluffton is the spot to be on Thursday afternoon; take a stroll down Calhoun Street and check out the variety of vendors selling everything from art to produce, artisanal breads and grass-fed meats. Afterward, grab a cocktail at one

of the many fun spots at the Calhoun Street Promenade.

• Learn about local sea life. Port Royal Sound Foundation Maritime Center has more than 20 exhibits that highlight the ecological, historical, cultural, artistic and recreational aspects of Port Royal Sound.

The main exhibit hall showcases animals that call the sound home: sharks, dolphins, marine turtles and countless types of fish.

A 3,000-gallon touch tank displays some of the creatures found in the waters just outside the center. Several exhibits are dedicated to the area’s bread and butter: shrimp and oysters.

• Go kazoo crazy. If you’re up for a drive, grab the kids for a trip to Beaufort’s Kazoo Museum & Factory. You’ll enjoy interactive exhibits, learn about the history of the kazoo, see how they’re made and have the chance to make your own to take home with you.

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Beach Reads

This book by local author are perfect for reading under a beach umbrella near the ocean or pool.

Hope is always present in “Stars of Alabama”

BY SASHA SWEENEY

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et in the South during the Great Depression, Sean Dietrich’s new novel “Stars in Alabama” weaves together the stories of a homeless teen mother with the gift of healing, two migrant workers and a child preacher on the run from his violent father.

Their stories intersect when Marigold, the teen mother, leaves her infant in the woods when she goes into town to steal food.

Migrant workers Paul and Vern find the baby and care for her as their own.

At times wondrous and heartbreaking, this is a story of survival, loss and the beauty that can arise from it. As the characters struggle through years in different Southern locations, their stories come together as they learn that the people who love you like family may not actually be related to you. With that definition of family comes responsibility to each other.

Inspiration for this novel came to Dietrich the day his niece was born. “There was something about the idea of a mother missing her baby that stuck with me,” he said. Acknowledging that none of the characters in the book have an easy life, he said he wanted to convey that suffering can coexist with hope.

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FUN FACTS writes a daily column which can be found on Facebook and his website, seandietrich. com, where thousands of loyal readers visit each day. Dietrich said he has 10 more books in the works and a memoir on his computer so expect more from him in the future.

Those familiar his writing will recognize his penchant for colorful, salt-of-the-earth characters. A natural observer of people, Dietrich has a soft spot for the overlooked.

Day laborers, single moms, the elderly and dogs are found in many of his works including this novel. Fans will recognize Dietrich’s beloved late bloodhound, Ellie Mae, in the first chapter of the book and his current dog, Thelma Lou, in later chapters. When asked about opening the book with a bloodhound, Dietrich stated he wanted “her to have a part in the book.”

The author’s favorite ice cream flavor is one he used to concoct as a teen while working scooping ice cream. It’s apple cinnamon ice cream with Heath candy bars and crushed almonds.

Dietrich’s three favorite words in the English language are munificent, loquacious and prosaic, although he says you’ll never find them in his writing.

These appeal to him because his father, who committed suicide when Dietrich was 12, used these words in conversation to help encourage his son’s love of language and writing.

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Daufuskie Time GET AWAY FOR A DAY ACROSS THE WATER

by JUSTIN JARRETT photos courtesy of HAIG POINT

Just a couple miles across Calibogue Sound from Harbour Town lies Daufuskie Island, a small, largely undeveloped barrier island begging to be explored. As the weather cools in October, it’s the perfect time for a day trip to the island.

A 45-minute ferry ride up the Intracoastal Waterway whisks visitors back in time when, depositing them on Daufuskie — accessible only by boat — and a world away from from the trappings of modernday life.

daughter). Visitors have two other options if they want a look behind the gates: Booking a horseback ride via Daufuskie Island Trail Rides, one of the few places in the country where you can still ride horses on the beach, or snatching up one of the limited number of public tee times available on the club’s renowned Rees Jones signature golf course.

Daufuskie, steeped in history and drenched in natural beauty, is divided into two distinct worlds — the private Haig Point community, where cars are prohibited and residents access top-notch amenities by golf cart or bicycle, and the rest of the island, virtually undisturbed for decades. Native American artifacts are frequently unearthed on the island’s beaches, including arrowheads and pieces of centuries-old pottery.

If private clubs aren’t your speed, fear not.

The rest of Daufuskie is another world entirely. You’ll disembark from the public ferry at Freeport Marina and, depending on the time of the year, you might walk right into a party. On weekends during the summer, Freeport is the place to be: It’s where visitors hop off the ferry and gather to eat and drink at the Old Daufuskie Crab Company, dance the day away to live music, play cornhole, and hit the public beach that looks across Calibogue Sound toward Hilton Head. The area near the marina is something of a town center, with a general store, a few cottages for rent, and a handful of shops.

Haig Point is mostly for members only, but the club does rent rooms in the historic Strachan Mansion and the Haig Point Lighthouse (rumored to be “eternally occupied” by Maggie, the former keeper’s

If you’re feeling more adventurous, you can rent a golf cart or bike — or bring your own bike on the ferry — and explore more of the island. And there’s plenty to explore along Daufuskie’s dirt roads.

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A number of unique galleries dot the island. Most notable among them is the Iron Fish Gallery, where 17-year Daufuskie Island resident Chase Allen — who has sold more than $1 million worth of art — produces metalworks in an open-air studio and accepts payments on the honor system when he isn’t present at the gallery. Another must-see for art lovers is Daufuskie Blues — located in the famed Mary Fields School, where author Pat Conroy taught in the 1960s — where organic indigo harvested on the island is used to create stunning and unique fashions.

The school is also home to School Grounds Coffee, but those looking for something a little stronger won’t leave the island disappointed. Stop by Silver Dew Winery for a tasting and check out the museum inside the old Bloody Point Lighthouse, or slip over to Daufuskie Island Rum Company, where its locally distilled spirits have been served to visitors from every U.S. state and 64 countries. The distillery is located next to a quaint pond, where visitors sometimes enjoy a picnic lunch.

If you’re not the do-it-yourself type, you can book one of a number of tours, including one led by Daufuskie native Sallie Ann Robinson, who was Conroy’s star pupil in “The Water Is Wide.”

After a day on Daufuskie, you’ll either be left yearning for more or convinced you never need to go back. Life on Daufuskie isn’t for everyone, and its full-time residents have a saying: “We’re all here because we’re not all there.”

Book your experience today! www.daufuskiedifference.com or call 843-342-(TOUR) 8687

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Relocate to Our Paradise ➼ 7 reasons why you should consider

making this your new home

by MARC FREY

1. Peace of mind

As the world around us seems to get more turbulent, there is something very reassuring about living in the Lowcountry.

Our world in the Lowcountry seems pretty darn normal, and for once, that is a really good thing.

2. Natural beauty

There are only a few places in North America that can rival the beautiful surroundings we live in. We’re blessed us with incredible beaches, pristine tidal creeks, calming marshes, pluff mud and Spanish moss. Great vision and planning allows us to live in harmony with all the natural beauty.

3. Climate

Though the winter here is unpredictable; it can be 80 degrees one day and 40 degrees the next. Compared to the roadblocking snowstorms just a few hours to the north though, we’ve got it pretty good.

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Conditions greatly improve in March and stay really nice through the end of October. We also have many nice and sunny days November through February.

4. Location and accessibility

Direct flights from SAV now include 13 major destinations including Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Miami, NYC, Philadelphia and Washington. Within driving distance we can access three growing metropolitan areas — Atlanta, Charlotte and Jacksonville or we can escape to the charms of the mountains of North Carolina.

5. Economic diversity

We still heavily depend on the two main drivers of our economy — tourism and retirement. But new trends are emerging.

Young people and families in their prime choose the Lowcountry as their nesting grounds.

6. Cultural, recreational and educational choices

It was only 10 years ago when our choices were very fairly limited when it came to active sports, cultural and educational choices. No longer so. Regardless of what you want to learn or do or experience, chances are you can find an event, a place or club, a class or a teacher to make it happen.

7. 10,000 people a day retire

Yes, these are the official statistics and it will continue at this pace for almost two decades. The profile of the typical retiree however has changed. Not only will they live longer, they are vibrant, still wanting to change the world and become an important part of our community. They bring with them experience, connections and often attract the next generation to move here as well.

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Lowcountry After Dark

By JEVON DALY

Are you in town for a girls weekend? Hilton Head has got you covered. Are you golfing with the guys and don’t know where to go after hole 18? Then this is the right article for you. Let us help save you some trouble by giving you an insider look into nightlife on Hilton Head and point out some things you may have missed if this is not your first trip to our little island.

If you just got in and you’re looking for something to do tonight on Hilton Head, you should start off on the South End of the island at Coligny Beach. The world famous Tiki Hut beachfront is the go-to spot for sand, tunes and late night eats.

Enjoy music and drinks on the beach!

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If you are 22 or 62 this is the spot for flip floppin’ and beat droppin’ to start your evening off right.

The Big Bamboo is a stone’s throw away in Coligny Plaza, where a huge new outdoor deck awaits you. Music is always happening at Bamboo, so pop in and experience a big Monday night throwdown with musical acts like GTA, a local band that throws down some serious 90’s grooves. There is no need to dress up, because the Boo’s crowd is usually in shorts and casual wear.

A nearby restaurant, Fish, is a new spot in Coligny Plaza featuring live outdoor music, an extensive seafood menu and plenty of TVs to watch the game on.

In the mood for a burger? Head over to Park Plaza by the entrance to Sea Pines Plantation. Char Bar always satisfies that burger craving and entertains with music on the deck outside. Would you prefer Mexican? Holy Tequila has you covered and is conveniently located in the same plaza.

The Jazz Corner, located in Wexford Plaza, features local jazz and R&B on weeknights.

Make a reservation and say hi to Marvin on a Monday night! Big Jazz Cats play on the weekend, so wear something spiffy. Porter and Pig is a neat little place close to the Jazz Corner if you just want to watch some sports and chill, with music a few nights a

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week. At Porter and Pig you can hear anything from acoustic solos to full-on bands in a cozy space that can get a bit tipsy after sundown on the weekends.

Mid-Island features some spots you won’t want to miss. Fish Camp on Broad Creek is a fairly new spot just a hop and a skip off the cross island bridge, with music and beautiful creekside views. Comedy Music Magic is the place for those with a ticklish funny bone. Black Marlin, an outdoor spot with music and frozen drinks in Palmetto Bay Marina, is where families can hang out -- or mix it up and hear fishing stories from local salt bros. Dress up a little and hit Santa Fe to enjoy their rooftop bar.

Stop in at Shelter Cove Towne Center and get a drink at Poseidon, where big regional music acts are always coming through so make sure to check their Facebook page.

On the north end you won’t want to miss Hudson’s. They have great local seafood on the docks with seasonal music. Catch the sunset and some entertainment on the

Boathouse’s outside deck. A new seafood spot, Dockside, is right between Hudson’s and the Boathouse and offers seasonal outdoor music. Try them all whether you’re wearing searsucker or sandals.

Looking for something to do after 10 p.m.?

You need to head over to “The Barmuda Triangle” -- a nightlife hotspot consisting of five bars. Munch on great food at One Hot Mama’s, chug local brews at The Hilton Head Brewing Co., or hang with the locals at Reilley’s. All three have regular entertainment. The Boardroom has become a favorite late night music destination featuring local and not-so-local solos and bands that play on way past 11. I’ve heard the Lodge next door gets exciting, too. There is always lots of things happening at the Triangle. When the clock strikes midnight, shoot over to Hinchey’s Chicago Bar & Grill (located in Circle Center off of Pope Avenue) for some late-night fun.

If music isn’t really your thing, Callahan’s has been here forever with pool tables and

yokels gabbin’ about games. Maybe you’re looking for some healthy snacks and just want to bike over to Whole Foods and grab some sushi and a 6 pack. Don’t worry, they’re open till 9. We’ve also got a few theatres here on the island if you want to take it easy in Park Plaza or Coligny on the south end. Coligny Theatre is also starting live concerts so be sure to check their facebook page for updates!

My last little piece of advice? Head over the bridge to Bluffton at least one night while you’re here. Be sure to check out places like the Roasting Room Lounge -- a listening room in Bluffton that brings in big acts and serves you fine bourbon simultaneously. There are many great food spots and music is everywhere in the Promenade area. Check out the Calhoun Street art galleries and the Farmer’s Market while you’re there. Bluffton is not a place you want to miss.

Have fun and be safe in the Lowcountry.

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LOCAL NIGHTLIFE SPOTS

Aunt Chilada’s Join us for seasonal live entertainment on the patio. See Facebook for full entertainment schedule: facebook. com/auntchiladashhi or call 843-785-7700.

Carolina Crab Company Enjoy live entertainment on the outdoor patio. Visit our Facebook page: facebook. com/carolinacrabco.

Comedy Magic Cabaret Upscale comedy venue.

Doors open 7:15 and shows start 8pm.

843-681-7757 comedymagiccabaret.com The Crazy Crab Jarvis Creek Live music and crab races nightly during the summer months. Fun for the whole family! Call for schedule: 843-681-5021.

ELA’S On the Water Thursdays: John Wasem 7-10 Fridays: John Wasem 7-10

Saturdays: Reid Richmond 7-10 Sunday Brunch: Bill Peterson 11-2 Sunday Evening: Dean St. Hillaire 7-10.

Fishcamp Join us for live entertainment on the waterfront patio (weather permitting).

See Facebook for full entertainment schedule: facebook.com/fishcamphhi or call 843-842-2267.

Frosty Frog Please call, 843-686FROG (3764).

Hinchey’s Chicago Bar & Grill Live entertainment by local artists Saturdays & Sundays suppertime on the deck. Never a cover charge. 843-686-5959.

Jazz Corner, The Acclaimed one of the top 100 great jazz rooms in the world by Downbeat Magazine. Open nightly at

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6pm-11pm. Reservations highly recommended.

Old Oyster Factory Live music and juggling Sunday–Friday nights, 6-9 p.m., June 9 – August 9. 843-681-6040.

Red Fish Live music TuesdayThursday nights at 7:30pm. 843-837-8888.

Reilley’s Grill & Bar Please call 843-842-4414, or visit them on Facebook: facebook.com/reilleyshhi.

Reilley’s North End Pub Join us for Tuesday Night Trivia at 7:30pm. Visit them on Facebook: facebook. com/reilleysnorth.

Rockfish Seafood and Steak at Bomboras Call for details, 843-689-2662.

San Miguel’s Live entertainment in season.

In beautiful Shelter Cove Harbour. 843-842-4555.

Santa Fe Café Fun, relaxing guitar and song every Tues-Sat on our recently remodeled rooftop cantina. 7-10 p.m., Tues-Sat. 843-785-3838.

Studio, The Tuesdays: John Brewster Thursdays: Glenn Jacobsen Classical/Fingerstyle Guitar Fridays & Saturdays - Armand DeMille. Vocalist with Guitar and background track 843-785-6000 Up the Creek Pub & Grill Live music Friday nights at 6 p.m. 843-681-3625.

Bluffton Calhoun Street Tavern Wednesday–Saturday 7-10pm Sunday 12-3pm.

843-757-4334.

Cinco Mexican Grill Please call 843-815-2233.

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BREAKFAST | LUNCH | MORE HILTON HEAD South Island Square ½ Mile South of Palmetto Dunes Open Daily 7AM-2PM 843.686.3353

BLUFFTON Sheridan Park Off of Hwy. 278 near the DMV Open Daily 7AM-2PM 843.815.5300

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San Miguel’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-842-4555

Crazy Crab Jarvis Creek. . . . . . 843-681-5021

Sea Grass Grille. . . . . . . . . . . . 843-785-9990

Il Carpaccio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-342-9949

Stack’s Pancakes Family owned & operated Stack’s serves a full breakfast & lunch menu from 7:00am-2:00pm daily. Quality ingredients and SC sourced items when possible. Early Bird Special until 8:30am.

Children’s menu, gluten free items and takeout orders. 2 Regency Pkwy. and Hwy. 278, 843341-3347

Old Fort Pub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-681-2386 Reilley’s North End Pub . . . . . . 843-681-4153 Street Meet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-842-2570

Hilton Head Island Mid-Island Alexander’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-785-4999 Big Jim’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-785-1165 CocoNutz Sportz Bar . . . . . . . . 843-842-0043 ELA’S On the Water. . . . . . . . . 843-785-3030 Fishcamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-842-2267 French Bakery. . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-342-5420 Gator’z Pizza. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-842-0043 Gusto Ristorante . . . . . . . . . . . 843-802-2424 Hilton Head Diner. . . . . . . . . . . 843-686-2400 Island Bagel & Deli The only real New York style boiled bagels made from scratch daily on the island. Choose from 16 flavors of bagels, 14 flavors of home-made cream cheese and a variety of fresh baked pastries and breakfast sandwiches. Catering available and call-ins welcome. Breakfast and lunch from 7:00am to 2:00pm daily. S. Island Square, South end, 843686-3353; Sheridan Park, Bluffton, 843-815-5300; www.hiltonheadbreakfast.com.

Jamaica Joe’z Beach Bar. . . . . 843-842-0044 Jane Bistro + Bar. . . . . . . . . . . 843-686-5696 Nick’s Steak & Seafood . . . . . . 843-686-2920 Old Oyster Factory. . . . . . . . . . 843-681-6040 46 Fall/Winter 2019-20 | hhigo.com

Santa Fe Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-785-3838

Up the Creek Pub & Grill. . . . . . 843-681-3625

Nunzio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-715-2172 Ombra Cucina Italiana . . . . . . . 843-842-5505 Palmetto Bay Sunrise Café. . . . 843-686-3232 Philly’s Café and Deli Locally owned and operated for more than 25 years, Phillys is a favorite lunchtime spot for locals and visitors. Custom sandwiches with bread baked fresh daily. Dine in or take out. One kid eats free for every paying adult on Saturdays. $7 cheesesteak Tuesdays and Thursdays, all day.

Open 11am-5pm. Monday - Saturday. 55 New Orleans Rd., Ste. 102, South end, 843-7859966, phillyscafe.com. Order @ orderphillyscafe.com Red Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-686-3388 Reilley’s Grill and Bar. . . . . . . . 843-842-4414 Rockfish @ Bomboras . . . . . . . 843-689-2662

Catch 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-785-6261

Sea Shack Sea Shack serves up one of the island’s most extensive menus of seafood. Very reasonable prices. Locals love it. Family friendly. Take-out, kids menu available. Separate checks are no problem. Open Mon.-Sat. for lunch (11am-3 pm) & dinner (5-9 p.m.) 6 Executive Park (off Pope Avenue), South end, 843-785-2464. www.seashackhhi.com

Charlie’s L’Etoile Verte . . . . . . . 843-785-9277

Stellini. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-785-7006

Chow Daddy’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-842-CHOW

The Studio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-785-6000

Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse. . 843-715-3565

Truffles Cafe (Sea Pines). . . . . . 843-671-6136

CQ’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-671-2779

Vine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-686-3900

Hilton Head Island South End Aunt Chilada’s Cafe . . . . . . . . . 843-785-7700 British Open Pub . . . . . . . . . . . 843-686-6736 Carolina Crab Company . . . . . . 843-842-2016

Crane’s Tavern. . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-341-2333 Crazy Crab (Harbour Town). . . . 843-363-2722

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DelisheeeYo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-785-3633

Amigos Belfair. . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-815-8226

FlatBread Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-341-2225

British Open Pub . . . . . . . . . . . 843-815-6736

Frosty Frog Cafe . . . . . . . . . . . 843-686-3764

Calhoun Street Tavern . . . . . . . 843-757-4334

Hinchey’s Chicago Bar & Grill. . 843-686-5959

Captain Woody’s . . . . . . . . . . . 843-757-6222

Hinoki. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-785-9800

Chow Daddy’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-757-CHOW

It’s Greek To Me. . . . . . . . . . . . 843-842-4033

Cinco Mexican Grill . . . . . . . . . 843-815-2233

Kenny B’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-785-3315

Gourmet on Wheels/ Grab&Go . 843-812-8870

Michael Anthony’s . . . . . . . . . . 843-785-6272

Island Bagel & Deli. . . . . . . . . . 843-815-5300

Express Restaurant Delivery

Delivers Hilton Head’s Favorite Restaurants!

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Give us your name, phone number, address and the meal(s) you’d like delivered

Sit Back and Relax

Typical delivery time is 45-60 minutes. Delivery time varies due to restaurant prep time and Island traffic conditions.

Delivery Charge

$5.50 Minimum delivery charge or 15% on orders above $35 North of Pametto Dunes, Shelter Cove: $1 additional charge. $10 food minimum A 15% gratuity is customary All prices reflect a 3% cash discount Beverages available $1 a can/$4.95 a six pack We do not sell alcoholic beverages Please consider the efforts of our mobile wait staff Gratuity is not included in your total

Enjoy!

Food from Hilton Head’s favorite restaurants delivered to your door.

Hours of Service

5:00 pm to 9:45 pm, 7 days a week.

Call ahead to verify times Please have payment ready for the mobil wait staff in the form of VISA, MASTERCARD, DISCOVER, AMERICAN EXPRESS or CASH. NO PERSONAL CHECKS

843-785-7155

v ADVERTISER DIRECTORY ➼ BIKE RENTALS Bicycle Billy’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-785-7851 Bluffton Bike Barn & Adventures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-837-2276 Coconut Bike Rentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-686-5055 Hilton Head Bicycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-686-6888 Hilton Head Outfitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 844-237-1109 Outside Hilton Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-686-6996 Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-842-5522 ➼ BOATING, CRUISING, SAILING Adventure Cruises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-785-4558 Backwater-Cat Adventure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-300-8556 Daufuskie Difference/Enjoy Daufuskie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-342-8687 Dolphin Discoveries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-684-1911 Hilton Head by Boat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-304-3847 Outside Hilton Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-686-6996 Shelter Cove Marina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .844-237-1108 ➼ DINING Alexander’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 844-239-1109 Big Jim’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 844-237-1109 Island Bagel & Deli Bluffton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-815-5300 Island Bagel & Deli Hilton Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-686-3353 Phillys Cafe & Deli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-785-9966 Sea Shack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-785-2464 Stacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-341-3347 ➼ ENTERTAINMENT Art Center of Coastal Carolina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-842-2787 ➼ FAMILY ACTIVITIES Kayak Hilton Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-684-1910 Outside Hilton Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-686-6996 ➼ FISHING CHARTERS Outside Hilton Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-686-6996 Shelter Cove Marina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .844-237-1108 ➼ GOLF - COURSES YOU CAN PLAY Palmetto Dunes courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 844-237-1109 ➼ KAYAK, CANOE, WATERSPORTS RENTALS Hilton Head Outfitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 844-237-1109 Kayak Hilton Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-684-1910 Outside Hilton Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-686-6996 ➼ MARINAS Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 844-237-1108 ➼ REAL ESTATE Paula Traver - Sea Pines Real Estate at the Beach Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-247-3728 ➼ SHOPPING CENTERS - HILTON HEAD Shelter Cove Harbour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Harbourside Lane Shelter Cove Plaza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Shelter Cove Lane ➼ SHOPPING - FEATURED SHOPS Gifted Hilton Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-842-8787 Outside Hilton Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-686-6996 Sports Addiction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-815-8281 Vineyard Vines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-815-5393

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➼ TACKLE SHOPS Shelter Cove Harbour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 844-237-1108 ➼ TENNIS CENTERS Palmetto Dunes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 844-237-1109 Smith Stearns Tennis Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-363-4789

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