June/July 2023 Palmetto Bluff Club Living

Palmetto Bluff Club

JUNE / JULY 2023 | VOLUME 6, ISSUE 3

Letter from the General Manager

Palmetto Bluff Members,

We look forward to having a delightful summer at the Bluff. PBGO, Wilson Lawn & Racquet, and the May River Golf team all have wonderful camp offerings for kids of all ages. With eight weeks of individual CampGO programming, PBGO will also be offering Field Trip Fridays to the Columbia Zoo, Hilton Head Island, Splash in the Boro Water Park, and more!

On Fourth of July weekend, we look forward to hosting the biggest social event of the year, the Stars & Stripes Independence Day Party. Leading up to this memorable evening, the Club will have another fantastic Fourth of July Golf Cart Parade, Freedom 5K, a Family Fishing Tournament, a new teen and adult Spike & Dive Volleyball Tournament, and poolside dining and entertainment.

In this issue of Palmetto Bluff Club Living, catch up with Shane and Wyatt in What’s Growing at The Farm, get motivated for an active summer with the Fitness & Wellness team, and prepare your taste buds for the delicious new smoothies at Melt featured in The Culinary Corner

I look forward to seeing you all around the Club!

Sincerely,

Jeff Dekruif, CCM

Jeff Dekruif General Manager Palmetto Bluff Club

JEFF DEKRUIF

Welcome to the Club

NEW PALMETTO BLUFF CLUB MEMBERS:

Ian & Gillian Blair - River Road

Stephanie Dennis - River Road

Esther & Jose Lorenzo - River Road

Kristen Hobby - River Road

Scott & Krista Schulte - River Road

Bryan & Annette Schutjer - River Road

Gennaro DiSilvio and Jessica Antonelli - West Wilson

Helen & Anderson Arnold - West Wilson

William & Stephanie Easom - West Wilson

Steven & Laura Peck - May River Forest

John Daileader & Mireille Champsaur - May River Forest

Terri & Kurt Eichler - Mays Bend

Eric & Jennifer Wurtzebach - Longfield Farms

Mark Balcom & Carol Clark - Moreland

Peter & Cari Thrasher - Moreland

Allison & Peter Cohen - Moreland

NEW PALMETTO BLUFF GOLF CLUB

MEMBERS: Tier II

Jennifer & Ryan McCarthy

John & Amy Quinn

Peter & Cari Thrasher

John Daileader & Mireille Champsaur

Deborah & Harry Hurst

Scott & Jennifer Madden

Robert & Cathy LeBlanc

Charles & Diane Fratus

Donald & Patricia DeGraff

Amy & Scott Olli

Thomas Ryan & Anne Harvey

Steven & Laura Peck

James & Jennifer Mesterharm

Willard & Deborah Walker

Gennaro DiSilvio & Jessica Antonelli

NEW PALMETTO BLUFF SHOOTING CLUB

MEMBERS:

Holly Miller & Milton Ezrati

Matthew & Amy Richardson

Gary & Mary Stahlman

Jon & Amy Chapman

Bryan & Annette Schutjer

James & Jennifer Mesterharm

NEW PALMETTO BLUFF BOAT CLUB

MEMBERS: Admiral

Kristin & James Stinson

Thomas & Melani Marcotte

Tricia & Les Goostree

Jack Clemens & Kelly Geldert

William & Stephanie Easom

Gary & Mary Stahlman

James & Allison Doyle

Bari & John Murphy

Bryan & Annette Schutjer

Rex & Lisa Delong

Scott & Krista Schulte

Jeffrey & Amanda Ratushny

Ken & Pamela Carlson

Brian & Lynn Good

Vibhu & Julia Sharma

Michael Rhodin & Ingrid Klove

James & Michelle Bowman

Megan & Andrew Schroeder

Amanda Whitehead Johnson

Patrick & Carol O’Connor

Stephanie Hickman-Boyse

Captain

Esther & Jose Lorenzo

Scott Avelino

Chuck & Kelly Davis

Kenneth & Margaret Del Rossi

David & Elizabeth Proctor

Eben Howland & Andrea Bain

Brian Buckley & Mary Graham

Frank & Tracy Mendicino

Off Season

Terri & Kurt Eichler

Inland Waterway

Stephen & Lucy Calder

Kayleen Sabour & Lawrence Foreman

Steven & Janet Bush

Barry & Maribeth Benjamin

Robert & Linda Jacksta

June Calendar of Events

JUNE 1

n Explore PBC: Wilson Cemetary Walk

9–10:30am | Post Office

Join the Conservancy’s Archaeologists as we stroll among the cemeteries of Wilson Village and hear tales of the lives of those who lay at rest.

n Volunteer Day – Pollinator Garden

9–11am | Conservancy Classroom

Join Aaron, Conservancy Educator, tending to the pollinator garden. Together, attendees will weed the garden beds and check if any plants need extra care.

n CampGO Parent Orientation

5–6:30pm | PBGO Loft

If your child is attending CampGO this summer, it is mandatory for a parent to attend orientation. At this time the PBGO team and counselors will review expectations for the summer, new implementations, and overall camp offerings.

JUNE 2

n Explore PBC: Marsh Ecology

1-3:30pm | Conservancy Classroom

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!

JUNE 2

n CampGO Parent Orientation

5–6:30pm | PBGO Loft

If your child is attending CampGO this summer, it is mandatory for a parent to attend orientation. At this time the PBGO team and counselors will review expectations for the summer, new implementations, and overall camp offerings.

JUNE 2

n First Friday Lecture: Nightlife of Palmetto Bluff

6–7pm | Conservancy Classroom

We may not be able to see it, but there is a phenomenal diversity of wildlife that moves through the dark! Join Lydia Moore, Conservancy Research & Education Coordinator, as she discusses the nocturnal wildlife that awakens while we are sleeping.

JUNE 5-8

n CampGO: GO for the Gold

9am–3pm | PBGO Loft

Ready for the PBGO Camp Olympics? Come join your fellow campers in a friendly competition as we group into different countries and host the Camp GO Olympics. $360 per child.

JUNE 5-9

n Riding Camp

9am–2pm | Longfield Stables

This is an exciting opportunity for first-time horse enthusiasts and experienced cowboys and cowgirls alike. Children will learn riding and horsemanship skills. Campers will take part in educational games, riding sessions, and more! $550 per rider; ages 6-14.

JUNE 6

n Research Excursion: Bluebird Surveys

9–11:30am | Conservancy Classroom

Do you want to see what happens on a Bluebird survey? Spend the morning with our Educator, Aaron, as he monitors his portion of the 70+ Bluebird boxes spread throughout Palmetto Bluff.

JUNE 6

n Hinckley Fireworks Cruise

7–10pm | Grace Dock

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

JUNE 6-9

n Wilson Lawn & Racquet Club

Summer Camp

1–4pm | Wilson Lawn & Racquet Club

Campers will improve upon their racquet skills, and match play all while having fun! They will play in exciting competitions, drills, and games on and off the court. $250 per child; ages 7-16.

JUNE 7

n Farmer’s Market

9am–1pm | The Farm

Celebrate the taste and bounty of the Lowcountry! The market will showcase diverse offerings of the Bluff’s very own homegrown produce, bread and bakery items, as well as health and fitness offerings from the wellness team. Each market will feature a selection of area farmers, local growers, and artisans in partnership with Lowcountry Made.

JUNE 9

n PBGO Field Trip Friday:

Exhilarate Jump Zone

9am–3pm | PBGO Loft

Come “jump” into the beginning of summer as CampGO travels to Savannah and enjoys an afternoon at a trampoline park. Lunch will be included; $80 per child.

n Family Traveling Drive-In

Movie at the Shooting Club

8–10pm | Shooting Club

Join us for the Sandlot at the Shooting Club under the stars. A Member charge concession stand will be available; please bring lawn chairs or blankets. The movie will begin promptly at 8pm.

n Research Excursion: Turtles of Palmetto Bluff

9–11:30am | Conservancy Classroom

What turtles live at Palmetto Bluff?

Let’s find out! Join the Conservancy as we check turtle traps throughout the Bluff, identify what we catch, and discuss the features and adaptations that make these reptiles so cool!

JUNE 11

n PB Indigo Cooking Course

12–1pm | Cole’s

This monthly course gives teens the opportunity to cook with chefs, create new dishes, and learn different cooking techniques. Teens who attend 3+ classes will be invited to an end of the year banquet and receive a personalized recipe book. $80 per teen.

JUNE 12

n Balance 101 11am | Moreland Studio

Join Shelly Welch, for this fun, informational, and experiential workshop designed to heighten your awareness around slip, trip, and fall prevention. The workshop will offer you ways to stabilize your feet, enhance ankle mobility, improve leg strength, and practice balance techniques that are simple, yet effective.

JUNE 12-19

n Keep Me Searching for A

Heart of Gold: A Fine Art Music Photography Exhibition

FLOW Gallery + Workshop

Music and fine art lovers are in for a treat as we welcome Aaron Zych of Heart of Gold Gallery in Mount Pleasant, SC for a weeklong fine art music photography exhibition. Aaron holds a wealth of knowledge about the photographs in his gallery and the unique story behind each, bringing relationships with more than 100 of the most influential photographers worldwide and experience curating hundreds of exhibits. With his industry rapport and extensive expertise, he is adept at unearthing never before seen archives and finding the rarest photos for his clients, which he likens to an archeological discovery. In addition to helping match collectors with their perfect pieces, Aaron is equally passionate about educating patrons on the photographers and stories behind every captured moment.

JUNE 12-15

n CampGO: Spirit Week 9am–3pm | PBGO Loft

During this week, each day will be a different spirit theme. The themes will be Marvel Monday, Tropical Tuesday, Walt Disney Wednesday and Throwback Thursday. Campers will be able to come dressed to impress! $360 per child.

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June Calendar of Events

JUNE 13

n Ecotour with Captain Amber

9–11am | Wilson Village Chapel Dock

Captain Amber has spent her life in and along the May River, and her ecotours highlight the love and knowledge she holds for the salt marsh. Join us as we explore the May River and other tidal estuaries while Captain Amber teaches us about the creatures that call these waters home. $65 per person

n Summer Wine Dinner

6–9pm | Boathouse Row

Enjoy passed hors d’ouvres followed by an exclusive three-course dinner with delicious wine pairings. $125 per person; ages 21 and over.

n Hinckley Fireworks Cruise

7–10pm | Grace Dock

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

JUNE 13-16

n Wilson Lawn & Racquet Club

Summer Camp

1–4pm | Wilson Lawn & Racquet Club

Campers will improve upon their racquet skills, and match play all while having fun! They will play in exciting competitions, drills, and games on and off the court. $250 per child; ages 7-16.

JUNE 13-16

n Golf Club Junior Camp

1–3pm | May River Golf Course

Children will learn golf fundamentals including etiquette and simple rules, posture, grip, putting, chipping, pitching, and full swing. Each day will encompass a mix of instruction, practice, and activities to keep our junior golfers engaged and having some fresh air fun this summer. $200 per child; ages 6-13.

JUNE 14

n Explore PBC: Marsh Ecology

12-2:30pm | Conservancy Classroom

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!

JUNE 15

n Wild Child Camp: Birds, Bugs, & Blossoms

8am–12pm | Conservancy Classroom

Who’s ready to soar into the colorful world of birds, bugs, and blooms? We will grow like weeds, migrate like monarchs, and learn what a bird’s beak tells us about its diet on this fruitful and educational day. $50 per child; ages 6-9.

JUNE 16

n Junior Naturalist Camp: Bushcraft

8am–12pm | Conservancy Classroom

Survival video games are pretty straightforward. Find food, find shelter, and don’t get eaten by zombies… Well, survival situations in real life have a few more nuances and far fewer zombies. Join the Conservancy as we learn how to build shelter, start a fire, find our way around the woods, and learn how to use a bow. $50 per child; ages 10-14.

n PBGO Field Trip Friday: Splash in the Boro Water Park

9am–3:30pm | PBGO Loft

Explore all the plunges, dips, and chilling thrills during the Lowcountry’s summer heat at this family water park and aquatics water center in Statesboro, Georgia. Lunch will be included; $80 per child.

n Twilight Jumper Show

5pm | Longfield Stables

Enjoy the sunset 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.

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JUNE 17

n How To Be A Mermaid

11am–1:15pm | Canoe Club Pool

Have you ever wanted to experience what life is like for a mermaid?

Join our PBGO team as we partner with Hilton Head Mermaids for an experience you’ve never had before! Enjoy a professional makeover by a mermaid stylist, pose for a photoshoot with a fin, and hop onboard a boat as we ship sail into the ocean to find a real life mermaid. $50 per child.

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.

JUNE 19-22

n CampGO: Mission Impossible

9am–3pm | PBGO Loft

CampGO has been experiencing some weird things lately…things going missing, doors being open that were closed, and some suspicious activity occurring. Do you have what it takes to help solve the mystery of CampGO? Before you accept this mission, you will receive spy training, and be tested both physically and mentally. $360 per child.

JUNE 20

n Research Excursion: Bluebird Surveys

9–11:30am | Conservancy Classroom

Do you want to see what happens on a Bluebird survey? Spend the morning with our Educator, Aaron, as he monitors his portion of the 70+ Bluebird boxes spread throughout Palmetto Bluff.

JUNE 20

n Flame & Sweet Melissa Pop-Up

5–8pm | RT’s Market

Enjoy speciality pizzas and delicous ice cream from Flame and Sweet Melissa at RT’s Market.

n Hinckley Fireworks Cruise

7–10pm | Grace Dock

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

JUNE 20-23

n Wilson Lawn & Racquet Club Summer Camp

1–4pm | Wilson Lawn & Racquet Club Campers will improve upon their racquet skills, and match play all while having fun! They will play in exciting competitions, drills, and games on and off the court. $250 per child; ages 7-16.

JUNE 21

n A Naturally Artful Evening with Stella Ranae Von Schmid

4:30-6:30pm | FLOW Gallery + Workshop

Stella Ranae Von Schmid, a natural fiber and textile artist from Savannah, GA, joins us at FLOW Gallery + Workshop for a funky and fun floral start to her time as our June Artist in Residence. Learn more about Stella and her process of using natural dyes, botanicals, and materials to create stunning, one-of-a-kind wearable art pieces. In addition, attendees can create a pressed flower bookmark or hangtag to take home at the end of the evening, which will also include light fare and beverages. $25 per person.

JUNE 21

n Farmers Market

9am–1pm | The Farm

Celebrate the taste and bounty of the Lowcountry! The market will showcase diverse offerings of the Bluff’s very own homegrown produce, bread and bakery items, as well as health and fitness offerings from the wellness team. Each market will feature a selection of area farmers, local growers, and artisans in partnership with Lowcountry Made.

JUNE 22

n Wild Child Camp: Reptiles & Amphibians

8am–12pm | Conservancy Classroom

Who’s ready to slither into the world of reptiles and amphibians? Join us as we look for turtles, live the life of a pollywog, and see who is the biggest serpent. $50 per child; ages 6-9.

n Next Level Botanical Monoprinting Workshop

2-6pm | FLOW Gallery + Workshop

The Gelli Plate is a tool for nextlevel art and getting unique prints from paint using resist techniques and layering. Stella will share with workshop attendees how to use acrylic paint and brayer to make designs with various conventional and unconventional materials for layered effects. Examples of materials used include fresh botanicals, photographs, pages from magazines, lace, string, stencils, etc. Materials will be used to form ideas and designs on simple papers. Participants will come away with many designs for collage and assemblage, card making, sewing, or mixed media. No previous experience is necessary. $90 per person.

June Calendar of Events

JUNE 23

n Paper & Silk Marbling Workshop

2-5pm | The Farm

Join Stella for an afternoon of the traditional art form of marbling, using paper and silk to create one-of-akind works of art. Participants will set up tray vats and specialty paints to create their masterpieces. Stella will share different techniques, then set participants free to explore and create. Participants will begin with plain paper, then move to specialty paper, and eventually to fiber. Take home finished works on paper, two pieces of finished 10x10 handkerchiefsized pre-scoured and mordanted silk, and instructions on how to care for your finished pieces. $90 per person.

JUNE 23

n Junior Naturalist Camp: Freshwater

8am–12pm | Conservancy Classroom

From ephemeral wetlands to hidden springs and from winding rivers to underground aquifers, freshwater is vital for terrestrial life. Join us as we cast a line and see what freshwater fish we can catch! We will check turtle traps, learn how pollution affects freshwater, and go microscopic to see what life is hidden in the water. $50 per child; ages 10-14

n PBGO Field Trip Friday: Escape Room on Hilton Head

9am–3pm | PBGO Loft

A successful escape requires you to uncover hidden clues, crack codes, and solve challenging puzzles. Join us in Hilton Head to see if you have what it takes to escape and enjoy lunch afterward at the Lowcountry Celebration Park. Lunch will be included; $70 per child.

JUNE 23

n PB Indigo Glow-Up Party

7–9pm | Moreland Pool

Join us for a party that will be sure to light up your night. Music, photo ops, pool games, all the socialization you will ever need and more! This will be a party you do not want to miss out on. $15 per teen; ages 13-16.

JUNE 24

n The Art of Hapozome & Flower Leaf Pounding

9am-12pm | The Farm

Discover the art of Hapazome, a form of contact printing using a method of pounding or tapping botanical matter to make prints. Stella will show participants how to work on paper first to get the feel and look for what they want to achieve, then work on pre-scoured and pre-mordanted fabric samples like cotton, linen, and silk. Workshop attendees will have many takeaways to apply to slow stitching, mixed media, and more. $105 per person.

JUNE 26-29

n CampGO: PB’s Got Talent

5–6:30pm | PBGO Loft

Whether it’s singing, dancing, acting, or any other special ability, this week is all about celebrating your talents. Participate in a variety of activities that will help develop different skills that you may want to use during the talent show at the end of the week. This week’s finale will include a talent show that will showcase your child’s fun abilities! $360 per child.

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JUNE 27

n Hinckley Fireworks Cruise

7–10pm | Grace Dock

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

JUNE 27-30

n Wilson Lawn & Racquet Club

Summer Camp

1–4pm | Wilson Lawn & Racquet Club

Campers will improve upon their racquet skills, and match play all while having fun! They will play in exciting competitions, drills, and games on and off the court. $250 weekly per child; ages 7-16.

JUNE 30

n PBGO Field Trip Friday: Riverbanks Zoo in Columbia

8am–5pm | PBGO Loft

A visit to the Riverbanks Zoo will play host to an array of wild adventures - from an expedition observing the Pacific coral reef to a safari through the plains of Africa. You will not want to miss this wild journey! Lunch will be included; $90 per child.

JUNE 30

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.

n Explore PBC: A Plant’s Guide to Surviving the Martime 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.

n July Fourth Golf Cart Decorating

All Day | RT’s Market

Bring your golf cart and RT’s Market will have a selection of decorations and materials including, festive garland, sunglasses for your crew, pinwheel décor, windsocks and everything you will need to deck out your wheels in patriotic fashion for the Fourth of July Parade.

JUNE 30

n Family Fishing Tournament

10-11:30am | Moreland Kayak Dock

Join our Wilson Landing Captains and Crew for a fishing tournament at the Moreland Kayak Dock. This is an event for all ages! Winners will be decided by the length of their fish. We will be fishing for bream and bass. Spinning and casting rods will be provided or you can use your own equipment

JUNE 30-JULY 2

n S’mores Pop-Up

6–8pm | Canteen

Please enjoy complimentary s’mores around the fire provided by the Club.

JUNE 30-JULY 4

n Canoe Club Pool Cookout

11am–3pm | Conoe Club Pool

Enjoy a poolside buffet with entertainment while you soak up the sunshine. $35/Adult, $20/Child.

July Calendar of Events

JUNE 30-JULY 4

n Moreland Pool Cookout

11am–3pm | Conoe Club Pool

Enjoy a poolside buffet with entertainment while you soak up the sunshine. $35/Adult, $20/Child.

JULY 1

n Happy Fourth Tennis Round Robin

2–4pm | Wilson Lawn & Racquet

Celebrate the Fourth of July along the Wilson Lawn & Racquet team with a tennis round robin. All levels are welcome. $15 per person; ages 21 and over.

JULY 2

n Freedom 5K

9am | Moreland Crossroads

Bring the whole family and jump start your Fourth of July holiday with the annual Freedom 5K Walk Run and Kids Fun Run. Registration includes a t-shirt and post race refreshments. Dogs and strollers are welcome. A percentage of the proceeds will go to selected charity. $35/Adult, $20/Children 12 years and younger

n Sundae Slip & Slide

1–3pm | Boathouse Lawn

Sundae Fun Day takes on a whole new meaning as we invite our members to come out to be the cherry on top of our super fun Sunday activities. During this event we will have a sundae slip-n-slide and a sundae eating contest. $5 per person.

JULY 3

n Sweet Melissa Pop-Up

11am–3pm | Canoe Club Pool

Enjoy delicous ice cream from Sweet Melissa at Canoe Club Pool.

n S’mores Pop-Up

6–8pm | Boathouse Row

Please enjoy complimentary s’mores around the fire provided by the Club.

n Kids Paint & Sip

11am–12:30pm | PBGO Loft

This painting program is designed around what is trendy, and what our younger generation wants to paint. Each month we are offering the opportunity to paint something new and exciting with an instructor that walks you through step by step how to create a piece of artwork that you will feel proud to hang on your wall. $25 per person.

JULY 3

n Spike & Dive Volleyball Tournament

1–4pm | Moreland Lap Pool

Splash into The Fourth with the opportunity to take on your fellow neighbors with the first ever Pool Volleyball Tournament at Palmetto Bluff! A DJ, and the PBGO team will be there ensuring the crowd is cheering for their favorite teams! This tournament is open to ages 13 and up. $5 per person.

n Red, White, & Blue Pickleball Round Robin

2–4pm | Wilson Lawn & Racquet

Celebrate the Fourth of July along the Wilson Lawn & Racquet team with a pickleball round robin. All levels are welcome. $15 per person; ages 21 and over.

JULY 4

n July Fourth Parade

10:30am | Village Green

Our annual celebration, the Fourth of July Parade, is a festive assembly of golf carts, bicycles, participants on foot, and pets. The parade will launch from the parking lot of RT’s Market, led by our local fire department, and end at the Village Green. For those wishing to participate in the parade register online.

n Stars & Stripes

Independence Day Party

6–10pm | Moreland Crossroads

Wear your red, white, and blue for a family-friendly, Member exclusive Independence Day celebration! Ring in the 4th of July with great All-American food, fellowship from your Palmetto Bluff Club neighbors, and dance all night. Don’t miss the most popular Palmetto Bluff party of the year! $125/Adult, $45/Child; beer and wine is included in the adult ticket price.

JULY 4

n Hinckley Fireworks Cruise

7–10pm | Grace Dock

Cruise to Shelter Cove on Hilton Head Island to watch fireworks from our private Hinckley Yacht. Enjoy the sunset, Lowcountry waterways, light a charcuterie board, and bubbly along the journey $1,050 per charter.

JULY 5

n Indigo Kelly Caron Curated Design Workshop

10am–2pm | PBGO Loft

Join the PBGO team in partnership with Kelly Caron Curated for a design workshop. Spend time channeling your inner interior design skills, tour a home on property designed by Kelly, meet with experts, and get the chance to compete in a home design competition where you will design your own room. This workshop is very hands on and will allow you to find the interior design style that best suits you! $90 per teen; lunch is included.

n Brown Bag Lunch: Thomas Jefferson

12–1pm | Conservancy Classroom

Palmetto Bluff resident David Miller, great-great-great-great grandson of Thomas Jefferson, shares his research and family stories of the life of his famous ancestor.

JULY 6

n Explore PBC: Wilson Cemetary Walk

8–9:30am | Post Office

Join the Conservancy’s Archaeologists as we stroll among the cemeteries of Wilson Village and hear tales of the lives of those who lay at rest.

n Volunteer Day – Pollinator Garden

9–11am | Conservancy Classroom

Join Aaron, Conservancy Educator, tending to the pollinator garden. Together, attendees will weed the garden beds and check if any plants need extra care.

JULY 7

n Research Excursion:

Turtles of Palmetto Bluff

9–11:30am | Conservancy Classroom

What turtles live at Palmetto Bluff?

Let’s find out! Join the Conservancy as we check turtle traps throughout the Bluff, identify what we catch, and discuss the features and adaptations that make these reptiles so cool!

JULY 8

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.

July Calendar of Events

JULY 8

n Wimbledon Day

2–5pm | Wilson Lawn & Racquet

Join the Wilson Lawn & Racquet Club to celebrate tennis tradition with an all white wimbledon round robin. After playing enjoy a tennis exhibition while enjoying drinks, light hors d’oeuvres, and strawberries and cream. $45 per person; ages 21 and over.

JULY 10

n Wellness Talk: The Mystery of Fat

11am | Conservancy Classroom

Curious about your body composition? Join Registered Dietitian, Lindsay Ford, and learn all about the tissue we tend to despise, fat. Unfortunately, our society and culture has shifted our perspective on fat and yet it is an integral part of our body and health. You will leave this seminar with a new appreciation and understanding.

JULY 10-13

n CampGO: Christmas in July

5–6:30pm | PBGO Loft

Do you want to build a snowman in July and eat elf spaghetti? Get ready for a week filled with holiday spirit and festive joy while we take a break from the summer weather and transport ourselves to a winter wonderland during Christmas in July week. $360 per child.

JULY 11

n Research Excursion: Bluebird Surveys

9–11:30am | Conservancy Classroo

Do you want to see what happens on a Bluebird survey? Spend the morning with our Educator, Aaron, as he monitors his portion of the 70+ Bluebird boxes spread throughout Palmetto Bluff.

n Hinckley Fireworks Cruise

7–10pm | Grace Dock

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

JULY 11-14

n Wilson Lawn & Racquet Club

Summer Camp

1–4pm | Wilson Lawn & Racquet Club Campers will improve upon their racquet skills, and match play all while having fun! They will play in exciting competitions, drills, and games on and off the court. $250 per child; ages 7-16.

JULY 12

n Farmer’s Market

9am–1pm | The Farm

Celebrate the taste and bounty of the Lowcountry! The market will showcase diverse offerings of the Bluff’s very own homegrown produce, bread and bakery items, as well as health and fitness offerings from the wellness team. Each market will feature a selection of area farmers, local growers, and artisans in partnership with Lowcountry Made.

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JULY 13

n Wild Child Camp: Splash Down!

8am–12pm | Conservancy Classroom

Today we will be diving into the wild side of wetlands and marshes. We’ll throw cast nets off the Moreland dock, learn about the importance of clean water, and live the amphibious life of a frog. Prepare to get soaked! $50 per child; ages 6-9.

JULY 14

n PBGO Field Trip Friday: Starcastle Entertainment in Savannah

8am–3pm | PB GO Loft

Join Camp GO as we travel to Savannah and enjoy a full-sized rollerskating rink, state-of-the-art laser tag, and a wide variety of cutting-edge arcade games. Lunch will be included; $70 per child.

n Junior Naturalist Camp: Saltwater

8am–12pm | Conservancy Classroom

Are you ready to dive into the briny depths and learn about marine life around Palmetto Bluff? Join us as we catch animals with cast nets, examine the small “fry” of the ecosystem, and get hands-on with squid dissection. $50 per child; ages 10-14.

JULY 14

n Twilight Jumper Show

5pm | Longfield Stables

Enjoy the sunset 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.

JULY 17-20

n CampGO: Color Battle

5–6:30pm | PBGO Loft

Back by popular demand is Color Week! Come experience a week that has proven to be the most colorful week of the summer. During the week, each day will be its own kaleidoscope of games, crafts, and sprinkled with colorful surprises that will be unveiled as the week goes on. $360 per child.

JULY 18

n Ecotour with Captain Amber

9–11am | Wilson Village Chapel Dock

Captain Amber has spent her life in and along the May River, and her ecotours highlight the love and knowledge she holds for the salt marsh. Join us as we explore the May River and other tidal estuaries while Captain Amber teaches us about the creatures that call these waters home. $65 per person.

n Hinckley Fireworks Cruise

7–10pm | Grace Dock

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

JULY 18-21

n Golf Club Junior Camp

1–3pm | May River Golf Course

Children will learn golf fundamentals including etiquette and simple rules, posture, grip, putting, chipping, pitching, and full swing. Each day will encompass a mix of instruction, practice, and activities to keep our junior golfers engaged and having some fresh air fun this summer. $200 per child; ages 6-13.

JULY 18-21

n Wilson Lawn & Racquet Club

Summer Camp

1–4pm | Wilson Lawn & Racquet Club Campers will improve upon their racquet skills, and match play all while having fun! They will play in exciting competitions, drills, and games on and off the court. $250 per child; ages 7-16.

JULY 19

n Brown Bag Lunch: Dolphins

12–1pm | Conservancy Classroom

Dolphins are mammals and are noted for their intelligence and learning abilities, which means you’ve likely seen them playing or feeding in the May River. Join Cassie Beato, as she guides us through the life cycle and anato-my of bottlenose dolphins as well as the famous feeding method, strand feeding, which is unique to the Lowcountry.

July Calendar of Events

JULY 19

n A Transformative Welcome with Mary Frances Maker 4:30-6:30pm | FLOW

Gallery + Workshop

Join us in the FLOW courtyard for a jewelry-transforming experience! Watch Mary Frances Maker, a custom fine jewelry designer from Atlanta, GA, as she removes diamonds and gemstones from an existing ring and creates a wax for an entirely new piece of jewelry. $25 per person.

JULY 20

n Wild Child Camp: Mammal Madness

8am–12pm | Conservancy Classroom

Are you ready to run, hop, and fly into the world of mammals? Join our educational program as we search rodent traps, look at the chompers on mammal skulls, play some squirrely games, and more! $50 per child; ages 6-9

n Wax Carving Workshop: Create Your Own Ring

10am-1pm | FLOW

Gallery + Workshop

Rooted in the age-old lost wax casting technique, learn to carve your ring with fine jewelry designer Mary Frances Maker. In this workshop, you’ll receive the tools needed to learn the skills to carve a ring for your finger out of a block of wax. $145 per person.

JULY 21

n Junior Naturalist Camp: Archaeology

8am–12pm | Conservancy Are you ready to dig up Palmetto Bluff’s history? Join us as we search for artifacts in a field, sift through artifactrich mounds of dirt for glimpses of the past, and learn what an archaeologist must go through to piece it all together. $50 per child; ages 10-14.

JULY 21

n PBGO Field Trip Friday: Art Café in Hilton Head

8am–3pm | PBGO Loft

Channel your inner artistic talent as we travel to Hilton Head Island to create our own personalized ceramic memorabilia. The field trip will conclude with a lunch on the beach. $70 per child.

n Inspired by the Bluff: Create Your Own Custom Jewelry Piece

9am-12pm | FLOW Gallery + Workshop

Join custom jewelry artist Mary Frances Maker for a morning workshop learning about the inspiration she found for her exclusive collection for Palmetto Bluff’s FLOW Gallery + Workshop, and how she came to decide which natural elements she could use in jewelry $175 per person.

JULY 22

n Wax Carving Workshop: Create Your Own Ring

10am-1pm | FLOW Gallery + Workshop

Rooted in the age-old lost wax casting technique, learn to carve your ring with fine jewelry designer Mary Frances Maker. In this workshop, you’ll receive the tools needed to learn the skills to carve a ring for your finger out of a block of wax. $145 per person

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.

JULY 23

n PB Indigo Cooking Course

12–1pm | Cole’s

This monthly course gives teens the opportunity to cook with chefs, create new dishes, and learn different cooking techniques. Teens who attend 3+ classes will be invited to an end of the year banquet and receive a personalized recipe book. $80 per teen.

JULY 24-27

n Camp GO: Survivor

5–6:30pm | PBGO Loft

Do you have what it takes to work as a team and take on challenges that test your mental and physical ability? As a survivor, you and your team will attempt to win tasks and compete in character tests. The team proving to be the bravest, strong, and collaborative could be the ultimate survivor. Are you up for the challenge? $360 per child.

JULY 25

n Hinckley Fireworks Cruise

7–10pm | Grace Dock

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

JULY 26

n Farmers Market

9am–1pm | The Farm

Celebrate the taste and bounty of the Lowcountry! The market will showcase diverse offerings of the Bluff’s very own homegrown produce, bread and bakery items, as well as health and fitness offerings from the wellness team. Each market will feature a selection of area farmers, local growers, and artisans in partnership with Lowcountry Made.

n Brown Bag Lunch: Sharks of SC

12–1pm | Conservancy Classroom

Bryan Frazier is a Marine Biologist for the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources and studies shark populations along the Carolina coast. Join us in taking a dive into the life history of sharks, learn what species are here, and how researchers study these elegant and powerful creatures

JULY 27

n Explore PBC: Marsh Ecology

9-11:30am | Conservancy Classroom

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!

JULY 28

n PBGO Field Trip Friday: Adventure in Hilton Head

9am–3pm | PBGO Loft

Are you ready to live on the edge? Join us as we travel to Hilton Head and embark on an ariel obstacle course and epic go-cart track. Lunch will be included; $120 per child.

JULY 28

n Explore PBC: Bushwhacking on the Hog Island Hard Marsh

9-11:30am | Conservancy Classroom

Have you wanted to step off the beaten path and truly explore Palmetto Bluff? Join the Conservancy team as we venture out onto the hard marshes of Hog Island.

Conservancy Photo Contest

The Palmetto Bluff Conservancy hosts a monthly photo contest for residents and guests. We want to see what you’ve seen while enjoying your time at the Bluff! Each month will celebrate a different, Conservancy-related theme. All ages and skill levels are welcome! Photos must be submitted to info@pbconservancy.org to participate.

June Theme: Dolphins of the Lowcountry

July Theme: Birds of the Lowcountry

How are the photos judged?

Conservancy Educator, Aaron, will review each submission to ensure the photos meet all requirements. Approved entries will be sent to the Conservancy team to be judged in a blind judging.

Prizes

Each month, the 1st place winner will receive a prize from the Conservancy. Our top three participants will also receive raffle tickets (3 tickets for first place, 2 tickets for second place, and 1 ticket for third place) that will go into a pot for the chance to win a pair of Burn Fest tickets. The drawing will occur following the last Brown Bag Lunch of October 2023.

Rules:

1. Submitting a photo to the Palmetto Bluff Conservancy photo contest gives the Palmetto Bluff Conservancy permission to use the photo for posts, publications, products, and advertising.

2. Each participant may submit one photo per month related to that month’s theme. The photo does not need to be taken within that month.

3. All images must be taken in the South Carolina Lowcountry.

4. All photos must have complete information attached, including subjects, dates, and locations.

5. Animal and plant photographs must be wild; no captive animals or planted specimens.

6. The animal must be alive, and the photo be taken under natural conditions and in an ethical manner that places the welfare of the subject above the photographer’s desire to obtain an image.

Wilson Lawn & Racquet

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

Tennis

Sunday   11am–12pm | Adult Tennis Clinic

Monday  8:30–10am | Men’s Tennis Doubles Clinic

11am-12pm | Adult Tennis Clinic

Tuesday  8:30–10am | Live Tennis Clinic

Wednesday  8:30–10am | Beginner Live Tennis Clinic

Thursday 8:30–10am | Live Tennis Clinic

4–4:30pm | Tiny Tots Tennis Clinic (Ages 3-5)

4:30–5:30pm | Red Ball Tennis Clinic (Ages 6-8)

4:30–5:30pm | Green/Yellow Ball Tennis Clinic

(Ages 9-14)

Saturday 8:30–10am | Live Tennis Clinic

10am–12pm | The Edge Junior Clinic

Pickleball

Tuesday  10–11am | 3.0 Key Pickleball Drills to Build Your Game

Wednesday 10–11am | Advance Key Pickleball Drills

Thursday 9–10am | 3.5+ Key Pickleball Drills to Build Your Game

Friday  9:30–10:30am | Live Pickleball Clinic 10:30–11:30am | Quick Pickle Clinic - Intro to Pickleball

Saturday  10–11am | Adult Pickleball Open Level Clinic

Sam Querrey Exhibitions

Wilson Lawn and Racquet Club had the privilege to host a series of clinics and exhibitions with former professional tennis player, Sam Querrey. After an amazing tennis career, with his highest ranking of 11th in the world in singles, Sam has made the transition to professional Pickleball. Thanks to all the members who were part of the experience, our entire team appreciates the support.

What’s Growing at The Farm

Spring & Summer Crops

This is the prettiest time of the year at the Palmetto Bluff Farm. The crops that Farmer Shane and Wyatt have planted are tomatoes, peppers, watermelons, cucumbers, eggplants, squash, sweet corn and cantaloupes. Please be sure to stop by and learn more about how they grow. Once our summer crops are reaady to be harvest be on the look out for them to appear in our Palmetto Bluff restaurants.

Farmers Market

Celebrate the taste and bounty of the Lowcountry at the Palmetto Bluff Farmers Market! The market will showcase diverse offerings of the Bluff’s very own homegrown produce, as well as bread and bakery items from the talented culinary team at the Palmetto Bluff Club. Enjoy a selection of area farmers, local growers, and artisans in partnership with Lowcountry Made, as well as health and fitness offerings from Palmetto Bluff’s wellness team.

What’s Growing at The Farm

Chickens at The Farm

The chicken coop has been completed! Shane and Wyatt have now started moving the first batch of chickens into the chicken coop. Shane shared, “There are currently twenty-five chickens in the coop and run, with six more babies that will make their way out to the coop in a few weeks.” The food and water stations are now installed as well as a ventilation system to help keep the chickens cool. The ventilation system is 2 – 4” solar powered fans, mounted next to each other on the edge of the coop, at the highest possible area drawing out the hot air in the coop. Shane and Wyatt built a chicken run along side the chicken coop. This allows the chickens a fenced in area to roam during the day. The door on the chicken run came off the back porch of the old Union Camp lodge that used to be on property that was torn down in 2001.

“ I have waited since my first day as The Farm Manager to host my own Farmers Market. I could not be more excited to sell quality vegetables to the residents here at Palmetto Bluff!”

— Shane Rahn Farm Manager

Fitness & Wellness

THREE REASONS TO GET OUTSIDE THIS SUMMER

Across one’s lifespan, what percentage of time does an average American spend indoors? According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the average American spends 93% of their entire lives indoors, 8% of that time commuting in cars. This means that if you are average, you are only spending 7% of your life. Both shocking and depressing, am I right?

We are now living in what is termed the “Indoor Era” and it is compromising our health. Our bodies and brains crave the outdoors, and we so often forget that being outdoors leads to huge health benefits. Here are the top three reasons to spend more time outside this summer.

Improves Sleep

It is critical to promote a healthy circadian rhythm, sunlight, and timing. Our brain needs to know when it is daytime and when it is nighttime. Regular exposure to sunlight signals the hypothalamus and pineal gland to act so that serotonin is produced during the day, leading to melatonin production at night when needed. The reverse is also true meaning that increased evening light can delay melatonin production and therefore the onset of sleep.

How can you take action? Get 10-20 minutes of direct sunlight within the first hour of waking up. Aim for a total of 3060 minutes of sunlight throughout your entire day. This will improve your ability to get to sleep faster, stay asleep, and wake up feeling rested.

Reduces Mental and Physical Stress

Life is stressful and if you are like me, we are all guilty of coping with stress in an unproductive way. Have you ever heard of the term “nature pill”? It is a free and natural stress-relieving remedy defined by spending 10 minutes or more outside in nature. In an 8-week study conducted by Frontiers in Psychology, researchers had participants take a nature pill at least three times per week. Levels of cortisol, a stress hormone, were measured from saliva samples taken before and after a nature pill, once every two weeks. The study revealed that just a 20-minute nature pill significantly reduced cortisol levels. Participants who spent closer to 30 minutes experienced even greater drops.

How can you take action? Plan a 20-minute nature pill to break up your day. Whether you go for a walk, spend time with a friend outdoors, or have lunch on your patio, this could be the perfect prescription to improve your mood and lower mental and physical stress.

Hard copies of the fitness schedule are available at the Moreland Movement Studio and Canoe Club Studio. An electronic copy is available every week in Tidings.

Fitness & Wellness

Leads to Significant Health Benefits

“Green Space” can be defined as open, undeveloped land with natural vegetation. It includes urban greenspaces such as parks and street greenery. Even with the increased real-estate development at the Bluff, it’s remarkable how much green space we truly have, and it will pay dividends for your health.

In 2018, evidence was gathered from over 140 studies across 20 different countries involving more than 290 million people and found that spending time in, or living close to, natural green spaces (like we do) is associated with diverse and significant health benefits which include reduced risk of type II diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and premature death. Additionally, people living closer to nature also have reduced diastolic blood pressure and heart rate.

How can you take action? Take advantage of the incredible greenspaces and outdoor activities our community has to offer. Whether you walk the trail past the conservancy, stroll along the water to the Moreland treehouse, or bike ride around campus, you’ll be immersed in nature. Looking for a social component? Participate in pickleball, tennis, and golf, or join in on aqua fitness, outdoor yoga, or Primal Fit at the basketball courts.

In South Carolina, summer can be a time when many of us avoid getting outside because of the heat. Don’t let that be you this year; get out early and take your nature pill in the greenspace of your choice while participating in the activity of your choice. Life is so much better when you are sleeping soundly, feeling less stressed, and getting healthy.

- Jeff Ford, Director of Fitness & Wellness

1. In larger cup or bowl, mix chilled coconut milk with honey and vanilla until honey is completely dissolved.

2. Add chia seeds and stir.

3. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.

4. In a blender, mix frozen pineapple until you get a thick fruit puree. Add honey to taste.

5. Prepare glass cups for serving. Put a layer of pineapple puree on the bottom, then a layer of chia pudding on top. Add extra layers if desired.

6. Garnish with fresh pineapple and coconut flakes.

PINEAPPLE

COCONUT CHIA PUDDING

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups coconut milk

• 1 T. turmeric

• 3 cinnamon sticks

• 1 T. honey

• 1/2 tsp. 100% pure

vanilla extract

• 1/4 tsp. ground

ginger

• 1/8 tsp. cardamom

• 1 tsp. black peppercorns

May River Golf Course

The Summer Slam

June 3

You won’t want to miss playing in this unique tournament when playing in a sixsome is allowed! Men and women will be combined. A golf member may sign up as a single or as a team of 6. $100 per player

The Homecoming

July 3

Family versus family at May River Golf Course! Enjoy a day of golf and food the All-American way. $100 per player

Golf events are for Golf members only and reservations are required.

Shooting Club

Shells and Chardonnay

June 7 & July 5 | 1–4pm |

Palmetto Bluff Shooting Club

Join us every first Wednesday of the month for our Women’s Shells and Chardonnay Clinics, to dive deeper into the world of shot gun shooting. Followed by light hors d’oeuvres and drinks. $25

Clay Camp

June 15 & July 20 | 1-4pm | Palmetto Bluff Shooting Club

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

Red, White, and Boom!

July 2 | 1-4pm | Palmetto Bluff Shooting Club

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

Shooting club events are for Shooting Chub members only and reservations are required.

Longfield Stables

For the Kids

Pony Rides & Paint the Pony

Trail Rides

Take a leisurely ride on the 10+ miles of trails through the woods and fields on our Marsh Tacky geldings.

Lessons

The stables offers beginning and advanced rider lessons. In addtion to riding, learn to groom, lead, and care for our equine partners.

Stable Tours

Visit our 173-acre equestrian facility and meet the trusty trail steeds, Bravo and Phoenix. This private guided tour is custom tailored to you and your group.

These services are available to all Members; please contact Longfield Stables or Club Concierge for reservations.

Wilson Landing Marina

Marina Boating Excursion - The Pocotaligo River

June 6 | 8:45am–3pm | Wilson Landing Harbourmaster Office

The Pocotaligo River has little or no boat traffic. It is a gem of a cruise with a pristine, undeveloped shoreline. We will tour a stunning plantation formerly owned by Fidel Castro. Please pack a boxed lunch and refreshments.. $40

Marina Boating Excursion - Hidden Happy Hour

June 12 | 4:45–8pm | Wilson Landing Harbourmaster Office

Beaufort County has 200,000 acres of spartina grass and miles of hidden creeks. And somewhere in that grass, and in those creeks, you will find us enjoying Hidden Happy Hour. Please bring your own beverages and snacks. $35

Marina Summer Party

July 20 | 4–7pm | Moreland Landing

Wilson Landing members are invited to mix and mingle while enjoying beverages and a beautiful view. Food truck, games and more. Located at Moreland Landing.

Marina Boating Excursion - The Ogeechee River

July 21 | 4:45–8pm | Wilson Landing Harbourmaster Office

Are you ready for an adventure that you will tell tales about? On this excursion we will pass through “Hell Gate” on our way to the Ogeechee River. We will travel past the Florida Passage and Fort McAllister to Fish Tales, where we will have lunch. Now that’s a tale that deserves to be told. $35

Marina Boating Excursion - Hidden Happy Hour

July 31 | 6-8pm | Wilson Landing Harbourmaster Office

Wilson Landing members are invited to mix and mingle while enjoying beverages and a beautiful view. Food truck, games and more. Located at Moreland Landing. $35

Wilson Landing events are for Marina members only and reservations are required.

The Perfect Lowcountry Day

It’s a Friday morning on the May River. My favorite time of year and, even more so, the best time of day for a ride on the water. Early this morning it was overcast with chances of rain but, magically, now there is not a cloud in the sky. It’s the perfect kind of day in the Lowcountry.

Living in South Carolina has always been a gift, but you haven’t truly experienced the coastal south until you’re on the water. The river looks like glass as we glide along. We are barely underway before we see two dolphins, a momma, and her baby. They swim around our boat and in between each other and move alongside us for a while before we spy the narrow creek we will venture into.

We fly through marsh grass with just wide enough that, if you stick your hand out, you can run your fingers through the Spartina Feeling like explorers, our captain tells us stories of the Lowcountry. Some are fascinating historical tales and some sound like they were woven out of wild imagination. We spot trees with a nest and learn about ospreys and their habits.

We burst into a clearing and are delighted when the captain puts the tube in the water. He shares the secret code to tubing. Thumbs up for faster, thumbs sideways for slower. The adventurous 8-year-old next to me has a different idea about speed, but I roll with it, because it’s impossible to frown on a tube.

Riding on the tube, we see the river from a whole new viewpoint. Our destination ahead looks like a secret uninhabited island, begging to be scouted. Though we are told the Page Islands only cover 40 acres, as we tube alongside the island, it seems like it goes on forever.

We pull up to a rustic dock and unload a cooler with our lunch and drinks. We head up the walkway, under a bower of juniper and the beauty of what we see almost makes us gasp.

Page Island is a unique and secret gem of the Lowcountry, with pathways leading between 8 hummock islands. We drop our stuff at one of the covered picnic areas. I am immediately torn between taking a nap on a hammock or embarking on a hike through the 4 miles of trails that go around the island.

We have time, so we opt for the hike first. Our naturalist captain points out lots of animal tracks and we learn about the tidal marsh that surrounds us. We soak in the island’s peace and tranquility before returning to Island 1. There, our group divides. The kids head down to the dock where the captain transports them over to the adjacent island for dock-jumping. The adults grab some snacks and head for the hammocks.

Shouts of excitement and laughter can be heard as the kids take turns jumping from the dock into the water. They pause to admire the dolphins swimming in the distance just a short way away.

After learning how to paddleboard, the kids finally come up to break for lunch. We then decide to skip over to another, slightly more inhabited island.

A short 10-minute ride later, we tie up on Daufuskie, an island filled with rich history. The kids make a run for the playground and the adults head to the bar to grab a few drinks to take on our trek back to the Bluff.

An Ultimate Lowcountry Day is truly an ultimate experience. Full of adventure and joy, embracing all that the Lowcountry has to offer. Reservations can be made by calling 843-686-6996. For full descriptions please see visit outsidepb.com.

The Culinary Corner: Melt

New Smoothies at Melt

Are you in need of a delicious cold treat this summer? In June, Melt will be crafting smoothies for all our Members. While we do love the ice cream at Melt, the smoothies will offer healthier options by blending fresh, frozen fruits and fruit juices. The inspiration to add smoothies to the menu comes from Melt’s supervisor Aly Buitrago. Aly wanted Members to have a refreshing drink for the warmer summer temperatures and bring variety to Melt’s menu. In additon, the team is able to include kale, spinach, and protein powder for Members looking to include extra protein or additional health benefits in their diet.

The Culinary Corner: Melt

Yoder’s Southern Creamery

Melt now carries ice cream from Yoder’s Southern Creamery located in Sarasota, Florida. All their flavors are made in small batches that are handcrafted by their creamery team. Yoder’s makes their ice cream the old fashion way and use ingredients locally sourced out of Florida. Melt has a variety of Yoder’s flavors of ice cream ranging from classics like Cookies & Cream to the delicious Gator Tail, which features peanut butter and caramel.

Aly’s favorite flavor of ice cream is vanilla ice cream because there are many options to mix in ingredients. “It’s a nice canvas to build what you want.” Aly says, “You could add caramel, candied pecans, or maybe turn it into a milkshake or an ice cream sundae. There are many possibilities when you have classic vanilla ice cream.”

Melt will also now have dairy-free and sugar-free ice cream. Be sure to stop by and check out all the new offerings from Melt.

“I am a kid at heart. I love being able to enjoy ice cream while being out at the swings in Wilson Village. The views while swinging are spectacular.”

— Aly Buitrago Melt Supervisor

The Arts Initiative

JUNE ARTIST IN RESIDENCE - STELLA RANAE VON SCHMID | June 21 - 24

Stella Ranae Von Schmid combines her core art of botanical dyeing and printing derived from centuries-old folk traditions for natural-dye coloring of fiber and textiles with “printing” real leaves and flowers in their natural state. She is proudly self-taught, honing her craft for over a decade through intense research, hands-on applications, and tons of mistakes! Stella strives to take her work to a modern, eco-conscious place that is organic and sustainable, creating lasting heirloom quality work. She teaches classes, continues to work towards an advanced education with several global masters, and is a certified Sound Healing Practitioner when not creating her art.

A Naturally Artful Evening with Stella Ranae Von Schmid

Wednesday, June 21 | FLOW Gallery + Workshop | 4:30 - 6:30pm | $25 | Purchase tickets here

Next Level Botanical Monoprinting Workshop

Thursday, June 22 | FLOW Gallery + Workshop | 2 - 6pm | $90 | Purchase tickets here

Paper & Silk Marbling Workshop

Friday, June 23 | The Farm at Palmetto Bluff | 2 - 5pm | $90 | Purchase tickets here

The Art of Hapazome/Flower Leaf Pounding

Saturday, June 24 | The Farm at Palmetto Bluff | 9am - 12pm | $105 | Purchase tickets here

FLOW GALLERY + WORKSHOP UPCOMING EVENTS

with Kelly Caron Designs

JUNE

JULY 6

JULY ARTIST IN RESIDENCE - MARY FRANCES MAKER | July 19 - 22

Inspired by uniquely textured objects in nature, Mary Frances Maker is a custom fine jewelry designer that believes beauty is found in imperfections. As a native of Columbus, Georgia, Mary Frances is now settled close to home in Atlanta. She is a fan of neutrals, effortless dressing, and is a constant mess maker. Having fresh flowers in her home is a must and you are likely to find Porter, her bernedoodle pup, by her side. After marrying her college sweetheart in 2018, Mary Frances gained the fitting last name “Maker” and it continues to serve her well in her business.

A Transformative Welcome with Mary Frances Maker

Wednesday, July 19 | FLOW Gallery + Workshop Courtyard | 4:30 - 6:30pm | $25 | Purchase tickets here

Wax Carving Workshop - Create Your Own Ring

Thursday, July 20 | FLOW Gallery + Workshop | 10am - 1pm | $145 | Purchase tickets here

Inspired by the Bluff - Create Your Own Custom Jewelry Piece

Friday, July 21 | FLOW Gallery + Workshop | 9am - 12pm | $175 | Purchase tickets here

Wax Carving Workshop - Create Your Own Earrings

Saturday, July 22 | FLOW Gallery + Workshop | 10am - 12pm | $145

Purchase tickets here

PALMETTO BLUFF CLUB

Vice President of Operations for Palmetto Bluff

Gray Ferguson 843.706.5444

gferguson@palmettobluff.com

Club General Manager

Jeff Dekruif 843.706.5500

jdekruif@palmettobluff.com

Club Concierge

843.706.5515

clubconcierge@plamettobluff.com

Club Accounting

843.706.5445

Director of Member Relations

Marie McConnell

843.706.5507

mmconnell@palmettobluff.com

Golf Shop

843.706.5473

Longfield Stables

843.706.5463

Outside Palmetto Bluff

843.706.2478

PBGO

843.706.5502

Shooting Club

843.706.5492

Wilson Lawn & Racquet Club

843.706.5494

Wilson Landing

843.706.5468

PALMETTO BLUFF REAL ESTATE

Real Estate Concierge

843.305.4641

Directory

PRESERVATION TRUST

POA Director

Russ Manion 843.706.0674 rmanion@palmettobluff.com

General Inquires poa@palmettobluff.com

Design Review Board Administrator

Ruth Ann Terry 843.706.6408 rterry@palmettobluff.com

PALMETTO BLUFF SECURITY

Main Gate/Palmetto Bluff Security

843.706.6000

Director of Community Services/Safety & Security

Charles Huggins 843.706.6021 chuggins@palmettobluff.com

Decal Officer & Village Post Office Boxes 843.706.2070

PALMETTO BLUFF CONSERVANCY

Director of Palmetto Bluff Conservancy

Jay Walea 843.706.6465 jwalea@pbconservancy.org

Palmetto Bluff Conservancy Archaeologist

Mary Socci, PhD 843.706.6465 x 2 msocci@pbconservancy.org

MONTAGE PALMETTO BLUFF

Montage Recreation, Bikes & Golf Carts 843.706.6628

Spa Montage 843.836.6270