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DAUFUSKIE ISLAND, SC

THE FRONT PORCH Neighborly News for Residents and Visitors

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Issue No. 89 |Fall 2016

Lucy Bell’s Cafe to Open Soon

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In This Issue

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Daufuskie Dundee, 4 Daufuskie Blues Moves, 4 Get to Know an Islander, 5 Fitness Primer, 6-7 DI Farm News, 8 Daufuskie Ferry, 10 Ferry Schedule, 11 Gator: A Special Horse, 12-13 Fall Beach Sweep, 14 Birds of Daufuskie, 14 Hurricane Evacuation Plan, 17 Little Free Library, 17 Feral Cat Sanctuary, 18 Year of the Oyster, 19 DI Historical Foundation News, 19 Celebrations & Sorrows, 19

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Turn the Chart Over Day

by Daufuskie Dundee

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t’s funny how simple things can sometimes take off and produce something totally unexpected. This happened to me while sailing across the Atlantic Ocean several times in the sloop Blue Gipsy. I had a big chart of the North Atlantic Ocean with the USA on the left side of the chart and England, Europe etc. on the right side. It was too big for the dinette table, so I just folded it up the middle with the crease running north and south and it fit perfectly. Whichever way I happened to be sailing, I’d plot the noon position and put a little triangle and a line linking it to the last position. Eventually it crept up to that crease and voila! It was turn the chart over day! WOW! A double ration of rum after that chart was flipped over and the noon sight plotted. Now my destination was before me and the whole atmosphere of the voyage changed. It was amazingly exhilarating! I guess it was like, well, it’s all down hill from here.

Things seemed easier and anticipating arriving at that target port was exciting to think about. Everything took on a more positive feeling. Now for the rest of the story…

Have you ever looked up the day that marks the halfway point of the year? I’ve kept a journal since 1966 and use the “At a Glance” standard diary. I only write a page or less of things that happen every day.

One day, I noticed that July 1, is day number 183 with 183 days to follow, (it was a leap year). So, I decided to make that my “turn the chart over” day. Yes, the year is half gone but there is so much to look forward to; summer is only a week old, nesting birds and baby deer, trees with fruit ripening, making wine with our grapes, gardening and honey from the bees and on and

on. It seems to also take some of the heat out of these dogdays and I really do look forward to it all. I know it’s going to be hot and busy but it seems easier somehow. I looked low to the East the other morning looking for my old pal Orion and sure enough, there he was. That always gives me another boost. Yes, that is a winter constellation. I know then that fall and winter are right over there and that means migrations and the movement of all kinds of fascinating creatures. Things cooling down and getting firewood and feeding Smoky the wood stove, reading a good book.

And then comes January 1, which is the day a whole new year of adventure begins. The new voyage day with new year’s resolutions, destinations, hopes, dreams and aspirations and off you go. I hope you get the picture of all this and make July 1 your flip the chart over day. It just might make a pleasant difference in your voyage across this big ocean called life. And we all know that sailors have more fun… :)) Cheers mates, Daufuskie Dundee

Custom designs, unique, one of a kind scarves and textiles, hand dyed on Daufuskie in organic indigo and other natural dyes.

‘Dyeing’ to go back to School

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ary Field School has new kids and they are dyeing to attend… natural textile dyeing that is. Leanne Coulter and Rhonda Davis, the island ‘Indigo Girls’ have moved their passion for textile design and natural dyes off their porch, and found a ‘studio home’ at the Mary Field School. They welcome visitors at their new studio location Wednesday thru Saturday, from 1PM to 4PM or by appointment. Contact them by email at daufuskieblues@gmail.com, or leanncoulter@hargray.com.

Future plans for the school include historical school information displays, an intimate coffee and bakery café and a venue for local artisan displays and sales.

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daufuskieblues@gmail.com 843.341.2868 – Rhonda Look for our new website online soon!

Studio Mary Field School WED thru SAT 1pm to 5pm

Get to Know an Islander Janet Adams

Daufuskie Island Council Member What is your idea of perfect happiness?

The life I am living right now.

What is your greatest fear?

Clowns clapping to country music.

Which historical figure do you identify with most?

Jackie Kennedy Which living person do you most admire?

My sister Kathie who has fought and won her battle with cancer twice.

What is the trait you most deplore in yourself?

Procrastination What is the trait you most deplore in others?

Intentional cruelty to any living thing.

What is your greatest extravagance?

Hair coloring. Blondes do have more fun!

What do you consider the most overrated virtue?

Orderliness On what occasion do you lie?

When I exaggerate a little to tell a story.

Which living person do you most dislike?

A certain current presidential candidate Which words or phrases do you most overuse?

Yes What is your greatest regret?

Not saying yes every time my father asked me to dance.

What or who is the greatest love of your life?

My 3 children and my grandson (and popcorn and Crunchy Klondikes and Swedish Fish) Which talent would you most like to have?

I would like to be a musician What do you consider your greatest achievement?

Using my short time in life to positively effect the life of others If you could choose what to come back as, what would it be?

Myself, there are a few things I would do differently.

What is your favorite occupation?

Rock star What is your most marked characteristic?

Extreme optimism What is the quality you most like in a man?

Honesty What is the quality you most like in a woman?

Honesty What do you most value in your friends?

Honesty Who are your favorite writers?

John Irving and Pat Conroy Who is your favorite fictional hero?

Eugenia “Skeeter� Phelan (The Help) Who are your heroes in real life?

Anyone that steps in and confronts a bully or abuser

What is your most treasured possession?

The titanium in my back

What is it you most dislike?

Hatred

What do you regard as the lowest depth of misery?

To be voted off the island. Or suffocation

What is your motto?

I believe that I am always exactly where I am supposed to be.

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Get Moving, Daufuskie!

by Karen Rafferty, PT, MS

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emember when you were a kid and your grandparents or neighbors sat around, walked with a cane and generally limited their activity? In the past, it was common for older adults to limit their activities to address health concerns and ailments.

We now know a sedentary lifestyle creates more issues than it solves. Our country is experiencing two diametrically opposed epidemics. One is the result of being a sedentary society that sits too much while at work, commuting and during leisure activities. The second is a result of over training and poor form during exercise and activity. Both extremes cause a variety of problems that only worsen with time if not addressed.

Luckily research has shown it is basically never too late to benefit from regular physical activities and exercise.

Most of us on Daufuskie value an active lifestyle.

Golf, tennis, yoga, swimming, walking, bicycling, running, kayaking and bocce ball are all common forms of recreation. But many of us have aches, pains or medical conditions that create obstacles. It is not difficult to find some form of activity to participate in. As we go through different stages in life we need to adapt and look at our habits and lifestyles to ensure a quality, healthy life at this point in time. It can be a struggle to know what is the best activity, how much to do it, how intensely and what to do about a sore joint, old injury or current medical conditions. The internet is a great source of information but much of it can be conflicting and occasionally, even dangerous. In this first installment of our fitness series we will focus on getting started, with future articles focusing on injury prevention, and specific sport routines.

Who should exercise?

With few exceptions, research has shown exercise to be beneficial to everyone. It limits long term effects of chronic medical conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes. Even frail elderly people benefit from a regular exercise program. Exercise can be done in either group setting or self-directed based upon individual preference and overall health status. If you have never exercised, have chronic medical condition, prior injury or pain you should seek guidance from your medical professional prior to starting new activities and exercise programs.

What are benefits of exercise?

Benefits include increased flexibility, strength and endurance. An effective exercise routine can translate into increased energy, better sleep, fewer aches and pains, better range of motion, weight reduction, improved balance, reduced need for medications, improved self-esteem, and confidence.

I have arthritis. Is it safe for me to exercise?

Yes, research has shown exercise is safe and beneficial for patients with arthritis.

Often joint or muscle pain, weakness, fatigue, or joint swelling can lead to loss of joint motion, stiffness, and muscle weakness and tightness. Exercise can decrease pain and enhance quality of life. Benefits of exercise include increased flexibility, increased strength, improvement in joint support, reduced pain and improved function. Before beginning an exercise program, contact your doctor or other healthcare provider to be sure it is safe and receive specific precautions. Do not exercise actively inflamed joints. It is usually best to avoid high impact activities such as running and opt for reduced weight bearing activities like cycling, water activities. Walking in water is also great — try 6

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forward, retro and side stepping. There are many ways to adapt exercise to water environment. When muscles become stronger and better able to support the joints, other activities can be added. Exercise is most beneficial if it is done on a regular basis. Set attainable goals, interact with others while exercising, follow-up regularly with a your healthcare professional or physical therapist to make adjustments to your program.

Studies have shown it is normal to experience some increase in pain, stiffness, and swelling when starting an activity/exercise program. If you are experiencing swelling or pain that is not improving with rest, consult you healthcare provider for advice.

Start slowly and build intensity, frequency and duration of each activity over time.

What should I be doing and how much?

Current Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans* (* If you’re 65 years of age or older, are generally fit, and have no limiting health conditions, you can follow these guidelines. It is always best to consult a healthcare provider prior to beginning new activities or exercise program.)

• 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity (i.e., brisk walking) every week and 2 or more days a week muscle strengthening activities that work all major muscle groups (legs, hips, back, abdomen, chest, shoulders and arms) or • 75 minutes of vigorous intensity aerobic activity and 2 or more days of muscle strengthening. or • An equivalent mix of moderate and vigorous intensity aerobic activity and 2 or more days of muscle-strengthening activities working all major muscles For greater health benefits it is recommended to increase activity levels to: • 300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic or 150 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity.

• 2 or more days of muscle-strengthening activities working all major muscles It is not necessary to perform exercise continuously. Research has been shown exercise in short periods are effective.

What is the difference between physical activity and exercise?

A physical activity is one that gets your muscles contracting, body moving and burns energy above basal level required to sustain basic function of body. Examples include walking your dog, housework and gardening.

Exercise is specifically planned, structured and repetitive with a primary purpose of improving or maintaining physical

fitness, physical performance, or health.

Examples include weight training, yoga, aerobic/spin classes.

Both physical activities and exercises are important and beneficial.

How do I know if my exercise is moderate or vigorous?

There are many measures to determine an individual’s level of exercise intensity.

Never let anyone tell you what level of exertion you are experiencing.

1. The talk test is a simple way to measure relative intensity. In general, during moderate-intensity activity you can talk but not sing. During vigorous activities you will not be able to say more than a few words without pausing for a breath.

2. A numerical scale from 0-10 where: 0.............................................. 10 Easy Hardest Ever 0 is level of exertion sitting (sing) 1-4 is light intensity exertion (sing) 5-6 is moderate intensity of exertion (talk) 7-8 is vigorous level of exertion (words) 9-10 is hard as it can be (no words) Always stop if you feel chest pain or discomfort, dizziness, palpitations or excessive shortness of breath. Consult with a medical provider to ensure no underlying condition is affecting your tolerance.

Symptoms such as feeling sore, overly fatigued or minor swelling may indicate you have overdone it. Go easier next time and gradually build up. It is OK to start with 5 minutes of activity and build to recommended guidelines over time.

How do I know what exercises are appropriate for me?

A complete, safe and effective fitness program needs to include aerobic, muscle strengthening, endurance, and flexibility exercise components. There are many re-

sources to help with starting, resuming, modifying or ramping up an exercise program. Physical therapists, personal trainers (ACE, ASCM, NASM certified), yoga instructors, group class instructors are all good starting points. Online resources can also be valuable, especially if you stick with sites ending in .edu or .gov. Some examples of these are listed at end of article.

I have never exercised; How do I begin?

If you have never exercised before and want to start to be more active, begin with walking and taking stairs instead of elevators. Start slow and build slowly, adding 5-10% distance every week or two. You can also vary speed to change intensity and add some aerobic component to change a walking form of activity to an exercise program.

Research shows people who participate in activities they enjoy are more likely to continue. Also, exercising in a group environment gives people incentive to continue especially in the first months. Remember the national guidelines are cumulative and meant to be built up to. Make sure to stay hydrated and wear well fitted walking shoes. Pick a buddy and get moving.

Adult Exercise Guidelines: https://health.gov/ paguidelines/second-edition/ Components of exercise program: http://www. acefitness.org/acefit/healthy_living_fit_facts_content.aspx?itemid=2627 Exercise/Fitness: https://www.hss.edu/conditionlist_exercise.asp National Institute on Aging: https://go4life.nia. nih.gov National Institue of Health: Exercise and Physical Activity publication 09-4258 : https://www.nia. nih.gov/.../ExerciseGuide_FINAL_Aug20 American Physical Therapy Association: http://www.apta.org/PRMarketing/Consumers/ PatientHandouts/

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FROM T HE DAUFUSKIE ISL AND COMMUNI TY FARM

Permaculture Alive in Our Orchard

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he orchard was established to produce a bounty of fruits for our community. Until recently, the orchard’s slightly sloped and sandy terrain led to much water loss. Keeping with the vision of permaculture on the farm, swales have been dug to catch rain water and establish a higher water table. Since then, we have experienced a large surge of growth and beneficial wildlife in the orchard.

Permaculture, while a fairly new concept in the United States, was first coined

by David Holmgren and his professor Bill Mollison in 1978 when they began developing a way of permanent, sustainable farming model by following nature on the southern Australian island state of Tasmania. It is based on three core tenets: care of the land, care of the people and return of the surplus.

Permaculture is also implemented here at the farm through our layered food forest.

• Ground cover crops such as squash, pumpkin or melons shade the soil to reduce evaporation. They also fix nitrogen into the soil.

• Berry bushes add to the food forest • Fruit trees tower above the rest, providing important shade and offering a bounty of fruits for the community.

• Soon to come, more ground cover crops such as clover and wildflowers, planting more “people food” crops such as melons and beans and crops to feed the animals on the farm.

Our orchard manager Darnell Brawner, with the help of many of our wwoofers has really pushed the orchard to a permaculture outlook. A special thanks to Susie Thompson, who oversaw the beginning of this wonderful project.

Farm Animals The farm animals continue to be a major draw to the farm. Our animal manager Lynell Linke was kept very busy as were her trusted volunteers and wwoofers with the busy kidding season and several baby goats that needed bottle feeding.

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The Community Farm’s orchard at planting (left) and 20 months later We had a total of 12 kids born to 8 does.

Our newest Royal stud, Ferdinand did a great job giving us some absolutely gorgeous babies. Currently there is a total of 25 goats at the farm. The jersey cows Muffin and Bagel are to be bred this month for babies in the spring of 2017. We have approximately 60 chickens at present. They are getting past their laying age and will be replaced with 70 new layers that are currently being raised to egg laying age at the farm annex, (Pat’s Place). We should have a fair number of Easter eggs in the spring (brown, white and green). Only 4 guineas have survived the predators at this time.

We will be building a tree house for future guineas since they like living very high up.

About one dozen very colorful ducks are bringing much joy to the farm. The geese and Sir Simon the pig are also major attractions.

Garden News

Our new garden manager, Vicki Rotter, has been working hard with her volunteers and wwoofers to keep the garden looking good despite the intense heat and lack of rain this summer. Many of the raised beds need to be replaced and that work has begun in earnest.

Our first Hugelbed has been built. This is part of Hugelkulture, which involves placing a large number of logs in a raised bed and then covering them with topsoil and compost. As the logs decompose they act as a sponge, absorbing rainwater which they release to the plants during periods of drought. This is another part of the Per-

maculture Plan. Special thanks to our previous garden managers Dave Carlson and Jodee Brunning for their part in getting it this far.

Biscuit Business Biscuit, the purple calf, is ready to help bring joy to some special person. For a $25.00 donation to the Daufuskie Community Farm, Biscuit will be hand-delivered to an extraordinary friend’s door step or will grace an entry way for a funny surprise. He will have a neck sign to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, graduation, engagement, get well or anything else you can think of.

Biscuit wants to see the world starting with Daufuskie Island. So far, Biscuit’s humble beginnings include four homes and he is getting restless. Please consider opening your heart to this adventurous little conversation piece with a noble cause. If interested call Pat at 678-897-0942.

Volunteers?

The Daufuskie Community Farm is always looking for volunteers to help at the farm or to be members and a part of this farm community. If you are interested please contact Pat at bowwow@ hargray.com.

WWOOFers Our gypsy caravan is currently our Farm Security Office, housing 2 retired Atlanta Police Officers. They are currently doing a WWOOFing Tour at Daufuskie Community Farm.

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New Ferry Service Between Daufuskie and Hilton Head

tarting on August 1, Beaufort County established a contract with Daufuskie Island Ferry Service to provide public ferry transportation services for Daufuskie Island. This new service is providing regular ferry transportation between Palmetto Bay Marina on Hilton Head Island and Melrose Landing (also called Daufuskie Landing) on Daufuskie for residents and property owners as well as visitors and guests to Daufuskie.

The ferry departs promptly. Plan to arrive early in order to be aboard five minutes before departure. Island residents are welcome to bring aboard a reasonable amount of groceries and personal luggage.

Children under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Cargo is limited to carry on items only at 6:00 AM and 10:35 PM. For reservations and information please call 843-940-7704. Passengers with questions regarding the ferry schedule or cargo policy should visit the website at www.daufuskieislandferry.com.

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More info

Information on the Daufuskie Island Ferry can be found online at www.daufuskieislandferry.com. any of the Ferry’s three ticket outlets listed below. Last-minute arrivals can purchase tickets on board the ferry via credit cards.

No cash is accepted on the ferry. Tickets are $17.50 per ride, $35.00 round trip.

• On Hilton Head: Charter Office at Palmetto Bay Marina (843-785-7131) • On Daufuskie: General Store at Marshside’s (843-785-4755) • On Daufuskie: Island House at Melrose (843-341-2922) Daufuskie Island property owners and residents, to include immediate household members of full-time residents and minor dependents of non-full-time residents, who have a photo identification (ID) card issued by the Palmetto Breeze

Transit, qualify for discounted fares.

Eligibility for discounted fares is determined by the Beaufort County Asst. Administrator (843 255-2354) who will verify property ownership or legal residency and notify Palmetto Breeze. After verification, eligible recipients can pick up their photo identification (ID) cards at the Palmetto Breeze office in Bluffton (843-757-5782; 10 Benton Field Rd). The first ID card will be issued at no cost; replacements are $25.

Passengers must present their ID card when using a discounted ticket. Minors age four or younger are not required to have an ID and may ride without a ticket.

There are four ID card levels (all fares one-way): Orange: Senior Citizens, Students, or Disabled — $2.00 Pink: Full-time Island resident, 4% Homeowner — $3.00 Green: Full-time resident/renter, NonLandowner — $4.00 Yellow: 6% Property Owner/Non- fulltime Resident — $7.00

DAUFUSKIE ISLAND FERRY SERVICE www.daufuskieislandferry.com

WEEKDAY FERRY SCHEDULE

Departs Palmetto Bay Marina — Hilton Head —

Departs Melrose Landing — Daufuskie —

6:00 AM 8:00 AM 3:00 PM 5:00 PM 10:35 PM *

7:00 AM 9:00 AM 4:00 PM 6:00 PM

WEEKEND FERRY SCHEDULE

Departs Palmetto Bay Marina — Hilton Head —

8:00 AM 10:00 AM 3:00 PM 5:00 PM 10:35 PM *

Departs Melrose Landing — Daufuskie — 9:00 AM 11:00 AM 4:00 PM 6:00 PM

*Departure available by reservation only (Call 843-940-7704) Non-Resident Tickets — $17.50 per ride, $35.00 round trip Tickets can be purchased at: • Daufuskie: General Store at Marshside’s (843-785-4755) • Daufuskie: Island House at Melrose (843-341-2922) • Hilton Head: Charter Office at Palmetto Bay Marina (843-785-7131)

Daufuskie Residents are eligible for discounted fares to be determined by the Beaufort County Assistant Administrator (843 255-2354). After verification, recipients can pick up their photo identification cards at the Palmetto Breeze Transit office in Bluffton (843-757-5782; 10 Benton Field Rd).

Palmetto Breeze office

Palmetto Bay Marina

Melrose Landing

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Gator: A Special Horse

by Mary Ettinger

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ator is a horse — a very special horse — who lives at Haig Point on Daufuskie Island. He loves people and has an infectious personality.

He is the kind of horse who would love to come inside and sit with you on your sofa, if he could. Anyone can ride Gator. He has an uncanny ability to sense a rider’s level of expertise and adjusts to accommodate a novice or an accomplished rider. He is a truly good horse.

Gator loves any form of attention and responds to kind words, petting, grooming, and treats, although occasionally his love of the limelight gets him in trouble.

When he first arrived on the island, he opened the gate latch and let two of his buddies out. The three horses then took a tour of Haig Point’s golf course running up and down the fairways, across greens, and rolling on their backs on the driving range, scattering golfers in all directions.

One morning last month, Rachel Allen, the Equestrian Center Director, arrived to feed the horses and bring them into their

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stalls for the day. She found Gator, who is usually first in line for this, laying in the pasture which is highly unusual for him.

Rachel brought him into the barn, and it was immediately apparent that he was not feeling well. He appeared to have the early symptoms of colic — an impaction of grain

and hay in the colon of horses. This condition can be very painful for a horse and is life threatening if not successfully treated promptly. Dr. Dessie Carter, DVM, was called and gave instructions on how to begin Gator’s care.

News travels fast on our small island, and immediately many helping hands arrived to aid in his treatment. Gator was surrounded by friends and supporters petting and talking to him.

He was walked in the arena in an attempt to induce intestinal motility. When he tried to lay down, his friends surrounded him in a ring of chairs offering encouragement. As the day went on, Gator did not respond to treatment and Dr. Carter was urgently summoned.

His examination confirmed that Gator had a large impaction in his colon, and would need intensive treatment and care for the next 12 to 24 hours. If he did not respond, the only alternative would be to transport him to the mainland for surgery with, at best, a 60% chance of success. Depending on that outcome, there was a possibility that he might need to be put down within the next 12 to 24 hrs. The situation was tense and very worrisome.

Volunteers stayed with Gator all night, brushing him, walking him every hour, massaging his sore belly and giving him words of encouragement.

Meanwhile, the “barn” continued its watch and formulated a plan. Sleeping bags, pillows, drink coolers, popsicles, bags of food appeared, and volunteers decided to stay the night to help care for Gator. He was very agitated going into his stall to begin treatment.

Rachel, realizing that all of the other horses had been put out to pasture, brought Seminole, Gator’s best friend, back in and put him into the adjacent stall.

This calmed Gator, and facilitated his treatment.

Hydration and walking are mainstays of initial treatment for equine colic. Doctor Carter skillfully inserted a surgical tube into Gator’s stomach via a nostril, pouring water and oil into his stomach and small intestine in an attempt to loosen the colon blockage.

He started IV fluids, and Gator received several gallons within a few hours.

Volunteers stayed with Gator all night, brushing him, walking him every hour, massaging his sore belly and giving him words of encouragement. Around 4:00AM, he had a small bowel movement for the first time and another shortly thereafter. But Gator was still uncomfortable, pawing the floor, raising his lip, and biting at the location of pain in the area of his impaction.

The morning brought a shift change with a new group of supporters and friends arriving. They continued walking him, allowing him to graze on some grass and as the day progressed, he began to drink water. Thanks to the wonderful volunteers he made it! Gator survived. Two days later he was back to same old Gator we all enjoy so much.

I cannot give enough praise or thanks the wonderful people who helped save Gator’s life. Rachel Allen, Dr .Dessie Carter, Brice Howe, Olivia Schmitt, Angela and Allison and Patrick Taylor for their support and concern. Brice, Olivia, Alison and Angela stayed all night at the barn.

The story of Gator is just one example of our special community spirit, and why we are so fortunate to live on this magical island. We love you all, and thank you so much!

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• Oak floors • Large great room/ kitchen with large counter space & many cabinets

• Large 2 golf cart barn • Wood burning fireplace • Walk-in attic in addition to large roof attic that is expandable

Sales Price — $350,000 Call 843-384-7928 for appointment Ellen Vogel — owner/agent DAUFUSKIE FRONT PORCH | Fall 2016

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Annual Fall Beach/River Sweep Saturday, September 17 • 2pm Beach Road Gazebo at Bloody Point & Calibogue Beach Club at Haig Point

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he Daufuskie Island Conservancy and the Haig Point Environmental Committee will partner again this year with the South Carolina Sea Grant Consortium and the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources in their annual Beach Sweep/River Sweep. Last year, statewide, 3,625 volunteers cleared nearly 14 tons of litter covering 181 miles of beaches, marshes and waterways at 130 clean up locations in seven counties in the state!

The Daufuskie Island Clean Up will be Saturday, September 17th and volunteers are asked to gather at 2:00 p.m. at one of two locations on the Island: • Beach Road Gazebo at Bloody Point • Calibogue Beach Club at Haig Point We will distribute supplies, assign teams and clean up areas along the Calibogue Beach and the Atlantic Ocean Beach from Haig Point to Bloody Point. Refreshments will be provided. The time will coincide with Low Tide.

Volunteers are advised to wear hard sole shoes & gloves, bring water bottles, wear sunscreen, hat or sun visor.

Only approved vehicles are permitted on the beach, as several turtle nests will remain.

Please join us in this effort to clean up the shoreline around Daufuskie where possible. Aquatic debris is a danger to our wildlife, our safety and our economy. Fish, birds, turtles and other animals often mistake trash for food. As a result, animals get entangled in or ingest litter with deadly results. Daufuskie Island is so fortunate to have such a large variety of aquatic life in our waters.

To volunteer and for further information, please contact Eileen Pojednic at 201-401-6131 or erpojednic@aol.com or Yvonne Clemons at 843-785-7490 or yclemons60@gmail.com.

Birds of Daufuskie Here is a pair of Eastern Kingbirds. They are very common on Daufuskie during the spring, summer and into the fall and head down to South America for the winter. They may look a little boring but they don’t take any grief from any other bird their size. (Hence their name) Watch for the white band at the base of their tails as they fly away.

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WE WANT YOU

The Daufuskie Island Front Porch wants a few good islanders!

In addition to new leadership, we are looking for volunteers to help with feature writing, finances, fundraising and editing. We will be holding an informational meeting at the Melrose Beach Club at 4 p.m. on Thursday, September 29th. Come join us!

For more information, contact us at info@daufuskieislandfrontporch.com.

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Just Daufuskie Your Local “On the Island” Real Estate Experts Ocean Front Communities 33 Fuskie Ln, Ocean Front Lot in Bloody Point—$999,000 31 Fuskie Ln, Ocean Front Lot in Bloody Point—$799,900 298 Oakridge Ln in Oakridge, Only 3 Rows From Beach—$43,900 292 Oakridge Ln in Oakridge, Only 3 Rows From Beach—$19,900

Historical Properties 2 Maryfield Dr, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Cape; Near County Dock—$295,000 80 Bryan Rd, Wooded; Supreme Privacy; 2.86 Acres—$79,500 338 School Rd, Wooded; Close Proximity to Church; 2.27 Acres—$54,900 9 Brandons Way, Wooded; Close Proximity to Church;1.09 Aces—$36,500 10 Brandons Way, Wooded; Close Proximity to Church; .64 Acres—$33,500 14 Governor’s Pt, Wooded; .41 Acres; Near County Dock—$29,900 7 Pappy’s Landing Rd, Wooded; .71 Acres; At Bloody Pt Light House—$29,900

Mungen River Front Properties w/ Shared Dock 3 Mungen River, River Front; .5 Acres; w/ Private Dock Permit—$285,000 1 Mungen River, River Front; Wooded; .52 Acres—$250,000 2 Mungen River, 2nd Row; Wooded; .57 Acres—$125,000 156 Prospect Rd, 4th Row; Wooded; .54 Acres—$99,000

Melrose Golfing Community 18 Rosebud Ln, Golf Lot; 6th Tee Box; Cul-de-sac Street; .56 Acres—$49,900 19 Martinangel Ln, Golf Lot; 11th Fairway; .38 Acres—$36,000 32 Masters Dr, Lake Lot; Near All Amenities; .35 Acres—$29,900 104 Primrose Dr, Lake Lot; Near All Amenities; .35 Acres—$29,900 26 Masters Dr, Wooded Lot; Near All Amenities; .35 Acres—$23,700 60 Volunteers Ridge, Wooded Lot; Cul-de-sac Lot; .55 Acres—$14,500

Marsh Front Properties 53 Carvin Rd, 235’ Marsh Front; Near Freeport; 1.81 Acres—$239,000 46 Haig Point Rd, 365’ Marsh Front; @ Marshside Mama’s; 1.48 Acres—$159,000 64 Prospect Rd, Marsh Front; 1.68 Acres w/ Fresh Water Buffer—$95,000

Amenity Rich Haig Point Gated Community 25 Osprey Links, Lagoon Lot; .70 Acres—$79,500

Just Daufuskie

Recognized. Respected. Recommended.

Dawn Hall Rodgers, Owner/Broker In Charge; 704.770.6825; dawnhrodgers@gmail.com Trey Rodgers, 803.804.0985; treyrodgers3@hotmail.com JustDaufuskie.com

FROM T HE DAUFUSKIE ISL AND FIRE DI STRICT

Evacuation Plan for Hurricanes

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urricane season doesn’t officially end until November 30th so keep your plan intact or develop one now. The Daufuskie Island Fire Department has produced a Hurricane Evacuation Plan brochure offering pre and post-storm information, important phone numbers and web sites. The brochure details evacuation operations for island residents using the county-provided boat. Those residents riding a private ferry system should check with their General Manager for guidelines relative to their community. This brochure has been distributed to the mailboxes of all island residents. Additional copies are available at the fire station. The brochure is also available on The Front Porch’s web site (www.daufuskieislandfrontporch.com). If you have any questions regarding hurricane evacuation operations, contact Beaufort County Emergency Management at 2554000. After the hurricane passes, re-entry information will be recorded on the Beaufort County’s public telephone number 1-800963-5023.

Little Free Library Coming to Daufuskie

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he Daufuskie Island Historical Foundation and the Daufuskie Island Community Library invite you to be on the lookout this fall for the installation of a Little Free Library, “take a book, leave a book,” library box at the Mary Fields School.

The miniature house of books will be filled with a revolving collection. The concept is to take a book and leave one in its place, although users will not be required to do the latter. The goal is to encourage literacy among our children and promote adult readership in a convenient manner. No check out procedures; no shhhhhh!

Daufuskie’s Little Free Library will join

40,000 registered library boxes in all 50 states and 70 countries. By becoming a steward of this library, DIHF and the Daufuskie Island Community Library join this amaz-

ing non-profit organization that has grown exponentially since its creation in 2010. In 2015 Little Free Library received the Library of Congress Literacy Award for its “effective implementation of best practices in literacy and reading promotion.”

If you have books you would like to enter into Little Free Library circulation, please drop them off at the Daufuskie Island Community Library at the Billie Burn Museum Complex on Old Haig Point Road. Children’s and adult books must be in good condition.

Please be selective in what you donate, i.e., choose books you have enjoyed and recommend to others.

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Sanctuary Helps Island’s Cats

by Jeffrey and Laura Winholt

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n 2006, in response to the growing population of free roaming feral cats that were living in unhealthy conditions and which had become a nuisance to residents and businesses, a small group of residents decided to take action to address the situation. Using the trap, neuter and release (TNR) method, we transported 181 cats to Hilton Head Island to e treated by the Hilton Head Humane Association and the Lowcountry Spay/Neuter Clinic.

We then managed eleven free roaming cat colonies using colony management guidelines from Alley Cat Allies and the Beaufort County Ordinance.

Unfortunately, in 2011, a sudden surge of unexplained cat deaths threatened the wellbeing of our free roaming cats. A grant from the ASPCA in 2012 helped us build the first fully enclosed feral cat sanctuary in the Lowcountry. The cat sanctuary provides a permanent and safe home for cats that, for whatever reason, are threatened or have been evicted from their outdoor home, and for unwanted or abandoned cats that are not suitable for adoption.

Residents of the cat sanctuary are provided fresh water and food twice a day, clean shelter, activities to reduce stress and medical attention such as regular vaccinations and medications. There are eleven regular caretakers and over twenty volunteers who help with cat sanctuary projects and maintenance issues.

The sanctuary itself is a fully fenced-in area of approximately half an acre. One enters the sanctuary through a double doored foyer which leads to a walking trail and along this trail there are multiple buildings, catwalks that connect from building to building through the trees, creative play stations, pots of growing catnip, and four covered litter boxes bigger than twin size beds. The latest addition is a small kitty pool with floating playthings. There are also park benches for visiting with the cats or soaking your feet in the pool. There are 10 separate food and water stations. Just outside the sanctuary is a squirrel feeder.

The cats watch and salivate as the squirrels come and go.

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Sanctuary Tour

To schedule a private tour of the Cat Sanctuary, please call Laura at 843-683-2531 or email at db1945@hargray.com

The Daufuskie Island Cat Sanctuary is organized to serve Daufuskie Island residents and the Hilton Head Humane Association. We offer spay/ neuter and relocation assistance and help with flea/ tick medication for cats owned by island residents. There have been NO kittens born to our managed free roaming cats on Daufuskie since November, 2007. Currently, there are only six free roaming cats in our two managed colonies. Although the free roaming feral cat population is declining due to attrition, the total population of cats inside the sanctuary fluctuates due to the entry of homeless cats. We work closely with area veterinarians to ensure the health and wellbeing of our cats.

“You are one of the most responsible feral cat colony caretakers I know. It seems there are signs that our sterilization efforts are having a positive effect county wide.”

— Matthew Dixon, D.V.M., Hilton Head Hu-

mane Association-Lowcountry Spay/Neuter Clinic “The Daufuskie Island Cat Sanctuary can serve as a model for other communities.”

— Laurel Berry, D.V.M., Hilton Head Humane Association-Lowcountry Spay/Neuter Clinic Please like our Facebook Page: Daufuskie Island Cat Sanctuary

Funding for the Program

Thanks to generous financial and in-kind donations from cat lovers and veterinarians, along with the countless hours of so many great volunteers, the program has been exceptionally successful. Recently, the Hilton Head Humane Association (HHHA) adopted the Daufuskie Island Cat Sanctuary as one of its programs. HHHA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization funded entirely by private donations, bequests, membership dues and fundraising.

No funding is received from any government agency or humane organization. The staunch support of the community makes the success of the Hilton Head Humane Association possible.

How YOU can help

Donate to the Hilton Head Humane Association online at www.hhhumane.org, or via mail: Hilton Head Humane Association, P.O. Box 21790, Hilton Head Island, SC 29925

FROM THE DAUFUSKIE ISLAND HISTORICAL FOUNDATION

YEAR OF THE OYSTER UPCOMING EVENTS Please join us for these Year of the Oyster events!

Museum Buildings in Strong Shape Now

• Friday, September 16 — Boat trip to Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge: This is a very special opportunity! A charter boat trip from McClellanville to Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge with Joy Brown, The Nature Conservancy’s Marine Program Manager. We will meet at the McClellanville Town Hall boat ramp at 11:30am. Limited to 20 participants. $40 per person covers the boat charter fee.

ext time you visit the Billie Burn Museum Complex, take a close look at the buildings. The Daufuskie Island Historical Foundation, as part of its mission to maintain historic buildings on the island, has replaced rotted beams under the buildings, replaced rotted siding, painted the buildings, and installed new heating and air-conditioning systems.

This major and essential maintenance should ensure that the buildings remain strong for years to come. All this was made possible by the generosity of members and friends of the Foundation. Thank you.

For more information, please contact Jenny Hersch at 413-717-2167, herschbiz@aol.com, or check http://daufuskieislandfrontporch.com/ for updates.

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Daufuskie Celebrations • Congratulations to Andrea Demos Pmore and Mike Bedenbaugh, married at the First Union African Baptist Church on July 8th.

• Saturday, November 12 — An evening with Rowan Jacobsen: Author Rowan Jacobsen will read from his newly published work “The Essential Oyster.” This special event includes an oyster art show and an oyster-filled dinner prepared by Daufuskie’s own Sallie Ann Robinson. Details to follow.

Andrea Demos Pmore and Mike Bedenbaugh were married at the First Union African Baptist Church on July 8th.

Congratulations!

and Sorrows • Condolences to the families of Sally Arendt, who passed away on June 1st, and Roger Shay, who passed on July 13th.

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HALF THE YEAR DOUBLE THE SALES! 35 Tabby Circle - Sold 112 School Road- Sold 43 Plantation Home - Sold 12 Sea Island Lane - Sold 12 Front Light Walk - Sold

22 Outer Banks Way

37 Plantation Home - Sold 18 Forest Lake - Sold

(Haig Point)

7 Plantation Home - Sold

180-degree views of the sound, marsh, Harbour Town Lighthouse and Atlantic $249,900

140 Avenue of Oaks - Sold 34 Cedar Cove Court - Sold 95 Haig Point Road - Sold

Under Contract 282 Haig Point Road 31 Plantation Home 278 Haig Point Road 15 Carnoustie Court 9 Beacon Place

3 Oak Court (Melrose) Minutes to the Beach, Separate Lock-out 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath + Sleeping Loft $385,000

1050 Haig Point Road (Haig Point)

5 White Lantern (Haig Point)

37 Tabby Circle (Haig Point)

One floor living at is best. Wide porches and beautiful golf views. Built in 2001. $429,900

Spectacular Panorama Marsh and Sound View 4 Bedroom, 4.5 Bath, den and gym $1,695,000

A Million Dollar golf and sound view Great location / walk to the ferry $199,000

3 Blodgett Hollow (Haig Point)

61 Forest Lake (Haig Point)

51 Church Road (Historic District)

Picture Perfect home on Osprey Lake. Custom features all over, including Media Room. $799,000

Straight down the lake views! Short Sale.

No Membership. Make an offer. $325,000

Great Mid-island Beach Home, no extra fees 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Open Floor Plan $349,000

Susan Taylor Cell: 302-528-4855

susantaylor@charteronerealty.com

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51 Martinangel Lane - Sold 22 Lighthouse Court - Sold 10 Marsh Lake Lane - Sold 24 Beachfield Lane - Sold 6 Port Passage - Sold 24 Light House Court - Sold