August Calendar of Events

AUGUST 11 n Explore PBC: Bushwhacking Through Rice Field

9–11:30am | Conservancy Classroom

Have you wanted to step off the beaten path and truly explore the woods on Palmetto Bluff? Join the Conservancy team as we trek through the brush in the area known as Rice Field.

AUGUST 15 n Hinckley Fireworks Cruise

6:30–9:30pm | Grace Dock

Cruise to Shelter Cove on Hilton Head Island to watch fireworks from our private Hinckley Yacht. Enjoy the sunset, and Lowcountry waterways, with charcuterie, red and white wine along the journey $1,050 per charter.

AUGUST 18 n PBC Birding: Pump Swamp

8–10:30am | Conservancy Classroom

While most bird species begin their fall migration in September, we have a handful of early birds that begin their trek during the balmy nights of August. Join the Conservancy Educator, Aaron Palmieri, as we look for some of these early migrants in an area known as Pump Swamp.

AUGUST 18 n Longfield Twilight Series

5–10pm | Longfield Stables

Join us for sunset at Longfield Stables and watch as horses and riders compete over jumps to win prizes! Classes will start with ground poles and gradually increase in height to reach a maximum of 3’3”. All classes will be judged on time and faults. Complimentary.

AUGUST 19 n Family Traveling Drive In at May River Golf Course

8-10pm | May RIver Golf Course

AUGUST 22 n Sweet Melissa Pop-Up

2–6pm | RT’s Market

Enjoy delicous ice cream from Sweet Melissa at RT’s Market.

AUGUST 23 n Brown Bag Lunch: Living with Alligators

12–1pm | Conservancy Classroom

American alligators have been a part of the Lowcountry landscape since before the first Europeans stepped foot on the continent. As the number of people moving into alligators’ habitat increases, so do the chances of encountering them. Join the Conservancy as we help build an understanding of how to coexist with alligators.

AUGUST 23 n All That Glitters is Gold Leaf

5:30-7:30pm | FLOW Gallery

AUGUST 16 n Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga

8–9:30am | OPB Paddlehouse

Spend a morning with Outside Palmetto Bluff and discover the benefits of yoga on a stand-up paddleboard. Inspire better balance and excite your practice by taking to the water! Basic standup paddleboard experience is recommended. $65 per person.

AUGUST 17 n Clay Camp

10am-1pm | Shooting Club

Join the Palmetto Bluff Shooting Club for a fun afternoon of friendly competition, followed by food and drinks. $25 for Shooting Club Members, $50 for non-Shooting Club members.

Join the PBGO team as we travel to our next location for our Drive-In series at the Golf Club! We will enjoy a night under the stars watching “National Treasure”. Please bring lawn chairs or blankets. The movie will begin promptly at 8:30pm. All children under 13 must have parental supervision. Complimentary.

AUGUST 22 n Hinckley Fireworks Cruise

6:30–9:30pm | Grace Dock

Cruise to Shelter Cove on Hilton Head Island to watch fireworks from our private Hinckley Yacht. Enjoy the sunset and Lowcountry waterways, with charcuterie, red and white wine along the journey $1,050 per charter.

We invite you to experience a sparkling 24k gold-themed evening with August Artist in Residence Alan Shuptrine, featuring a watercolor demonstration by Alan, light hors d’oeuvres, a specialty cocktail dusted with edible 24kt gold glitter, live music in the courtyard, and an interactive experience with gold leafing. $55 per person.

AUGUST 24 – AUGUST 27 n Trails & Ales

Meet at Moreland Movement Studio. Experience western North Carolina like never before and join the wellness team for a weekend spent exploring the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. Each day, we’ll hike trails leading to epic views and waterfalls and visit the one-of-a-kind breweries of Beer City. Activities and Transportation included. $175 per person.

AUGUST 24 n Explore PBC: Marsh Ecology

9–11:30am | Conservancy Classroom n Watercolor Landscapes for Beginners

What lives in the salt marsh? Come find out as we stroll along the marsh edge to Moreland Landing and discuss the ecology of the marsh. Once at the Landing, we will check crab traps, throw cast nets, and search for critters under the Moreland dock!

9am-12pm | FLOW Gallery

This beginner’s watercolor workshop with nationally-acclaimed artist Alan Shuptrine will focus on general techniques and provide attendees with a comprehensive introduction to the world of watercolor. Working on small postcard-size watercolor templates, Shuptrine will demonstrate techniques as you create your own postcard watercolor, using all types of watercolor methods, including wet-in-wet, wet-on-dry, and drybrush techniques. Basic supplies will be provided. $125 per person.

AUGUST 25 n Explore PBC: A Plant’s Guide to Surviving the Maritime Forest

9–11:30am | Conservancy Classroom

To us, the maritime forest looks lush, serene, and almost tropical, but to a plant, survival in this ecosystem is difficult. Join Conservancy Biologist, Lydia Moore, as we explore what makes a maritime forest unique and the adaptations plants have to cope with harsh conditions.

AUGUST 25 n Immersive Watercolor Workshop

9:30am-4:30pm | FLOW Gallery n PB Evergreen Mario Kart & Super Smash Brothers Tournament

Participants of this immersive experience will have the chance to capture the picturesque beauty of the Lowcountry through watercolor painting with Alan Shuptrine. The journey will begin with a trip through Wilson Village to seek artistic inspiration before returning to FLOW Gallery for a day of painting. This event is tailored to intermediate and experienced painters, with a delicious lunch provided for attendees. $225 per person.

5–6:30pm | PBGO Loft

Join us for an evening of friendly competition as we battle it out to the finish line! PB Evergreen is a group for members and their families with disabilities but inclusive to all! Complimentary.

AUGUST 26 n Gilding Workshop

9am-12pm | FLOW Gallery

Join nationally acclaimed artist and gilder, Alan Shuptrine, for this unique workshop which will offer the opportunity to learn about the lost art of gilding. Focusing on both water and oil-size gilding, each participant will have hands-on experience with the time-honored tools and materials of a gilder. In addition, the workshop will allow each participant to experiment and create their own take-home treasure of a beautiful Lowcountry bird’s nest, featuring an exquisite trio of wooden blue heron eggs, enhanced with acrylic paints and 23 Kt. gold leaf. This workshop is designed for all skill levels. $225 per person.

AUGUST 26 n Kids Night Out

6–9pm | PBGO Loft

Join the PBGO team for a fun night out of the house. This evening will include games, crafts, and dinner. $60 per child; ages 5-12.

AUGUST 29 n Hinckley Fireworks Cruise

6:30–9:30pm | Grace Dock

Cruise to Shelter Cove on Hilton Head Island to watch fireworks from our private Hinckley Yacht. Enjoy the sunset and Lowcountry waterways, with charcuterie, red and white wine along the journey $1,050 per charter.