Recognized as the # 1 Plantation in the Charleston Area by USA TODAY 10BEST In a time of soul searching and reflection Boone Hall remains committed to telling the full story You see it. You feel it. Spanish moss grows on giant live oaks, swaying gently in the coastal breeze. And if you listen closely, you might even hear the whispers of over 300 years of history, beauty … [Read more...] about If These Trees Could Talk
Environment
IOP Beach Nourishment Projects Expected Every Eight To 10 Years: ‘Erosion has Outpaced Natural Sand Flow’
Just off the Isle of Palms, directly in front of Beachwood East at Wild Dunes, a new sandbar shoal is attaching to the beach. The shoal is roughly 350 feet out in the ocean, stretches for approximately 2,500 feet parallel to the beach and is carrying a major load of sand. In an ongoing effort to keep erosion from wearing away many areas of the island’s coast, IOP city … [Read more...] about IOP Beach Nourishment Projects Expected Every Eight To 10 Years: ‘Erosion has Outpaced Natural Sand Flow’
IOP Police Team Up With Trapping Company To Stave Off Coyote Attacks
If you own a dog, cat or other pet on Isle of Palms, be aware that it could easily be a victim of prey. Police have reported five coyote attacks on dogs so far this year, noting an increase over recent years. “However, in these cases, it’s our understanding that the dogs were off leash and either chased the coyote or ran towards the coyote,” said IOP Police Department Sgt. … [Read more...] about IOP Police Team Up With Trapping Company To Stave Off Coyote Attacks
Be Mindful of What You Bring to the Beach
Since summer of 2018, Isle of Palms Cleanup Crew has engaged thousands of volunteers in collecting more than 180,000 litter and debris items, as recorded in the Litter Journal of the South Carolina Aquarium’s Citizen Science app. Those who join us in our active calendar of litter sweeps – and those who pitch in on their own – should know with each item they collect that they … [Read more...] about Be Mindful of What You Bring to the Beach
Hurricane Expo To Provide Tools, Tips For Preparedness
June marks the start of hurricane season and Isle of Palms wants to help equip citizens with the resources and knowledge to be ready in the event of a storm with its 2024 Hurricane Expo slated for May 21 at the IOP Recreation Center. Hosted by the city, the Hurricane Expo offers an opportunity for IOP residents and visitors from surrounding communities to learn more about … [Read more...] about Hurricane Expo To Provide Tools, Tips For Preparedness
