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CONTENTS Welcome to the Lowcountry 4 About Hilton Head Island 6 About Bluffton 7 Lowcountry landmarks 8 Scenic driving tour 9 Local hot spots 10 Upcoming events 14

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Beautiful beaches 18 Beach wildlife 20 Beach rules 22 Tide chart 23 Biking the island 26 7 best bike rides 28 Terrific tennis facilities 31 Legendary golf courses 32

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Golf directory 33 Get on the water 34 Family fun 40 Fish the Lowcountry 43 Go shopping 46 Experience the culture 50 Restaurant listings 53 Where to stay 60 Relocate to our paradise 62 Vacation directory 64

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Vacation Guide EXPLORE & ENJOY THE LOWCOUNTRY monthly

WELCOME TO THE

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address PO Box 5926, Hilton Head Island, SC 29938 offices 843-842-6988 fax 843-842-5743 email editor@hiltonheadmonthly.com web hiltonheadmonthly.com /hiltonheadmonthly @HHMonthly

You’ve made a great choice deciding to spend your vacation here in this wonderful place we call the Lowcountry.

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hether you’re vacationing here for the first time, returning on your annual trip, or even live here full time, we’re thrilled that you’ve picked up the Fall/Winter edition of our Vacation Guide. Talking about all the great things that Hilton Head Island, Bluffton and the surrounding area have to offer is our passion and we want to make sure you don’t miss any of it.

Our biggest draws are, of course, our world class beaches, golf courses and tennis courts.

What you might not know is, we also have: • One of the best bike path systems on the East Coast.

• Outstanding fishing and boating tours.

• A world-class symphony orchestra.

• Broadway-quality professional theater.

• 250 restaurants.

• 18 art galleries.

• 41 shopping centers.

• 28 grocery stores.

• 39 health clubs and spas.

• 6 marinas.

• 4 movie theaters.

• 3 museums.

PUBLISHER LORI GOODRIDGE-CRIBB lori@hiltonheadmonthly.com We hope this guide will help you make the most of your time here.

We have filled it with everything that a first-timer might need to know as well as updated with fresh content to keep our regular visitors in the know.

Be sure to check our website, HHIGo.com, for more information on the area and event and activity listings to keep your whole family happy and entertained throughout your stay. You’ll also find listings for hotels and golf courses, information about the different area beaches and much more. Our area event listings are updated every week, so be sure to check back to make sure you don’t miss out!

Enjoy your stay in our little piece of paradise! 

ABOUT THE COVER: The cover of the 2016 Hilton Head Island Vacation Guide features the iconic Harbour Town Lighthouse. The popular landmark has been welcoming visitors to the Lowcountry for more than four decades. It opens daily, from 10 a.m. until sundown. The image was captured by photographer Sean Pavone.

The Harbour Town Lighthouse is a registered trademark courtesy of The Sea Pines Resort.

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Lance Hanlin lance@hiltonheadmonthly.com ART DIRECTOR Jeremy Swartz jeremy@hiltonheadmonthly.com DESIGN Charles Grace charles@hiltonheadmonthly.com 843-842-6988, ext. 266 MARKETING DIRECTOR Samantha Nochitta samantha@hiltonheadmonthly.com CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Arno Dimmling, Rob Kaufman, Phoenix Feather Photography, Jordan Sturm, Mark Staff, The French Guy Photography CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Lisa J. Allen, Todd Ballantine, Jeremy Grace, Justin Jarrett, Chris Katon, Michael Paskevich, Dean Rowland, Tim Watson, Zach Van Hart ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVES Rebecca V. Kerns rebecca@hiltonheadmonthly.com 843-842-6988, ext. 239 Cathy Flory cathy@hiltonheadmonthly.com 843-842-6988, ext. 228 Majka Yarbrough majka@hiltonheadmonthly.com 843-842-6988, ext. 231 Mary Ann Kent maryann@hiltonheadmonthly.com 843-384-9390 DISTRIBUTION Express Delivery & Distribution 843-290-3278 The Hilton Head Vacation Guide is published with the intent of helping its readers make the most of Hilton Head. Information included herein was obtained from sources believed to be accurate. However, accuracy cannot be guaranteed, and neither responsibility nor liability is assumed for the results of the incorrect or incomplete information that may be published.

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AS THE COOL WEATHER SETTLES IN, things over in the Holy Tequila kitchen at Park Plaza continue to heat up. The culinary team headed

by Executive Chef Jorge Covarrubias has been building momentum for the past 12 months, Voted Hilton Head’s Best Mexican Restaurant in 2015, One of the Top 12 Mexican Restaurants in South Carolina 2016, and were most recently featured in September as the #6 Taco Spot in South Carolina. Needless to say, this is a must visit destination for anyone craving delicious and innovative Mexican cuisine! The team behind Holy Tequila is the same local restaurant group responsible for delivering Hilton Head’s undisputed “Best Burger” every year since 2012 at Charbar Company next door in Park Plaza.

Rolling into the fall, the Holy Tequila culinary team is debuting a new bar snack menu with a variety of antojitos (literally translated “little cravings”), delivered just in time for football season festivities.

Additionally, they are putting out a rotating roster of seasonal chef specials that will incorporate a few more refined dishes designed to push the limits a bit further and take your taste buds for an adventure. As one can only hope, these new items will stay true to the Holy Tequila style we’ve come accustomed to, combining elements of authenticity, regional new American flavors, fresh gourmet ingredients and culinary finesse that take the menu items from average to far from ordinary, in all the best ways possible.

To complement the new menu roster, Holy Tequila is featuring promotions aimed at showcasing the best products they have to offer while encouraging guests to experiment and try new things.

Think Margarita Mondays, Taco and Tequila Tuesdays, Wine Wednesdays... you get the picture. The idea is that by featuring interesting Spanish wines or unique tequilas at amazing prices, guests will be more inclined to try new things. As owner Nick Bergelt put it, “we want our guests to feel comfortable exploring new flavors, wines and spirits and learn a little about themselves along the way. Ultimately if they try something that they haven’t had before, and love it, we did our jobs and it’s a win win.”

To top it all off, Holy Tequila’s sprawling 30 foot garage doors will be propped open to the outdoor patio and Park Plaza gardens, creating an awesome open air environment to enjoy both lunch and dinner occasions. The restaurant’s unique ambiance is complemented with their house flamenco guitarists playing live music everyday of the week starting at happy hour, which greatly enhances the unparalleled experience for those seeking a fun & casual coastal cantina environment at prices that won’t break the bank.

Now that the summer crowds are gone, go check out all the new offerings from our amigos at Holy Tequila, you will be glad you did. Just remember to take advantage of their call ahead seating to guarantee your spot on a busy night! You can give them a call at 843-681-8226 to reserve your next night out on the town or visit them online at www.HolyTequila.com and facebook.com/HolyTequila for pictures of their daily special creations!

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HILTON HEAD ISLAND THE ULTIMATE ESCAPE

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eveloped in 1956 by Charles Fraser, Hilton Head has come a long way from its mere 300-person population in the early 1950s. Today, the island’s year-round population is about 39,000. At only 12 miles long and 4 miles wide, this island has much to offer vacationers.

Here on Hilton Head, we may move slower, but that’s just island time. Friendly locals and beautiful scenery make for the perfect seaside getaway with countless activities. With many beaches, world-class golf courses and tennis courts, endless restaurants, shopping and so much more, we can guarantee you’ll never be bored.

Here you can choose from a lazy day spent on the beach or an adventurous day out on the water doing water sports. As for the beaches, they’re all public and equally stunning. Each one of the beaches offers a different feel. For example, Coligny Beach

offers food and shopping in a fun, beachy environment while Burkes Beach is a more low key environment.

But, if you are looking for something in between, there’s still a beach for you. If you want to enjoy the salty ocean water, but are looking for a more active day, there are countless water sports. Jet skiing, paddle boarding and parasailing are among the most popular. Even off the water, we have enough things to do to keep anyone busy.

Hilton Head Island offers 20 spectacular golf courses. The most popular and notable is the Harbour Town Golf Links at Sea Pines, home of the PGA Tour’s RBC Heritage tournament. Many other local golf courses are also ranked among the best in the world.

Even if your golf game isn’t up to par, there’s always a tennis court ready to play on. Hilton Head and tennis are a match made in heaven. We host eight of the

world’s top 100 tennis resorts and camps and have courts in all three Grand Slam surfaces.

Improve your game at a tennis academy or play a leisurely game with friends at one of our tennis clubs. We are a spectacular biking destination, with over 60 miles of bike paths and 100 miles of protected public pathways. Rent bikes or bring your own to enjoy the island on bike.

Don’t forget about the arts. We boast the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina for both performing and visual arts. Stop by and see what drama, comedy or musical is playing during your stay.

Our award-winning island has changed much since its start in the 50s, but we preserve our small island’s rich history while staying fresh with new activities, resorts and restaurants every year. Hilton Head Island is sure to impress vacationers from near and far. 

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BLUFFTON

HEART OF THE LOWCOUNTRY

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luffton began as a Native American enclave where tribes could fish and collect oysters, then trade them along the May River. Later, it became a retreat for wealthy cotton, indigo and rice plantation owners who enjoyed the river breezes from the town’s bluff. Thus its name, Bluffton.

That life revolving around gentle breezes continues today, earning the town the designation of “one of the last true Southern coastal villages.”

Bluffton didn’t change much for decades, not until interest in Hilton Head flowed over the bridges onto the mainland — a little at first then Bluffton’s population surged with the construction of Sun City Hilton Head, now home to 14,000 people.

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

Town planners grouped development so residential areas remain nice and peaceful.

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

Yet, still central to the town’s ambiance is Old Town which is Bluffton’s original square mile. It’s sprinkled with artisan shops, art galleries and one-of-a-kind eateries.

Now a National Historic District, Old Town includes the pre-Civil War Church of the Cross and the antebellum Heyward House, which serves as Bluffton’s visitor center.

Not only is Bluffton a great coastal village, a couple of attractions keep Bluffton on many “best of” or “most interesting town” lists. One is the iconic Bluffton Oyster Co., one of the last operating oyster factories on the Eastern Coast. Another is Palmetto Bluff, a coveted community that boasts the five-star Inn at Palmetto Bluff and protected wilderness overlooking the May River.

Despite its vastly expanded dimensions, Bluffton remains a small town. Because the warm weather makes outdoor activities possible year-round, the town’s parks host a plethora of festivals, events and public gatherings in every season. Bluffton offers an ideal blend for its residents: small-town feel with the shopping, dining and entertainment found in much more cosmopolitan areas. But if you really want to know what makes Bluffton unique, head to the May River. After all, Bluffton’s elevated view of that waterway gave it its name, and the town remains true to its watery roots. 

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Scenic Driving Tour STOP 1: STOP 2: STOP 3: STOP 4: STOP 5: STOP 6: STOP 7: STOP 8:

21 HARBOUR TOWN AND HARBOUR TOWN PIER 6 BAYNARD RUINS PARK 46 SOUTH BEACH VILLAGE 11 COLIGNY PLAZA 34 PALMETTO BAY MARINA 44 SHELTER COVE HARBOUR 17 & 32 MITCHELVILLE AND FISH HAUL CREEK PARK 19 FORT MITCHEL

If you see some areas you especially like, why not return to them for a longer visit?

Bike Path *This map is not to scale.

1. ADVENTURE COVE 18 Folly Field Road • 36 holes of miniature golf on two Caribbean style courses and an arcade.

2. ALDER LANE BEACH ACCESS 2 Woodward Avenue • Beach access, beach matting, meter parking, outdoor showers, beach bar.

3. ARTS CENTER OF COASTAL CAROLINA 14 Shelter Cove Lane • Broadway quality theater performances, live music an art gallery and more.

4. BARKER FIELD 70 Baygall Road • Baseball field, boardwalk, multi-purpose field, observation deck.

5. THE BARMUDA TRIANGLE 7 Greenwood Drive • A courtyard of popular bars and restaurants with late night menus and entertainment.

6. BAYNARD PLANTATION RUINS Just past Baynard Cove Road and Marsh Drive (Sea Pines) • Tabby ruins of the historic Baynard estate, which includes the main house and slave quarters.

7. BROAD CREEK MARINA VILLAGE 18 Simmons Road • Watersport rentals, boat tours, zipline, waterfront restaurant.

8. BURKES BEACH 60 Burkes Beach Road • Beach access, meter parking, outdoor showers.

9. CHAPLIN COMMUNITY PARK 11 Cast Net Drive • Basketball court, dog park, multi-purpose field, picnic pavilion, playground, tennis court, trails, beach access.

10. COLIGNY BEACH PARK 1 Coligny Circle • Water fountain, swings, changing areas, boardwalk, tiki bar.

11. COLIGNY PLAZA 1 North Forest Beach • More than 60 shops and restaurants next to the island’s most popular beach.

12. COLIGNY THEATRE 1 North Forest Beach • One screen showing many independent and art house films.

13. COMPASS ROSE PARK 4 St. Augustine Place • Public art, wi-fi, swings, observation deck.

14. CROSSINGS PARK & BRISTAL SPORTS ARENA 4 Helmsman Way •°Skate park, basketball courts, baseball field, grass meadow, picnic pavilion, playground, soccer field, trails.

15. DAUFUSKIE ISLAND • Residential sea island between Hilton Head and Savannah, Ga. The island was the inspiration for a Pat Conroy book and a Jimmy Buffett song.

16. DRIESSEN BEACH PARK 64 Bradley Beach Road • Beach access, beach matting, boardwalk, grill, meter parking, outdoor showers, permit parking, picnic pavilion, playground, seasonal beach rentals.

17. FISH HAUL CREEK PARK 10 Fish Haul Creek • Observation deck, picnic pavilion, trails.

18. FOLLY FIELD BEACH PARK 55 Starfish Drive • Beach access, beach matting, boardwalk, meter parking, outdoor showers, seasonal beach rentals.

19. FORT MITCHEL 64 Skull Creek Drive (Hilton Head Plantation) • The remains of a civil war fort built in 1862.

20. GREEN’S SHELL PARK 99 Squire Pope Road • Basketball court, observation deck, picnic pavilion, playground.

21. HARBOUR TOWN 149 Lighthouse Road (Sea Pines) • Home to the island’s iconic lighthouse and our most famous golf course. Dining, shopping, watersport rentals, boat tours and live entertainment.

22. HILTON HEAD LIBRARY 11 Beach City Road • Daily programs, meeting rooms, internet access and more.

23. HONEY HORN/COASTAL DIS. MUSEUM 70 Honey Horn Plantation Road • Coastal Discovery Museum, nature trails, native gardens, historic buildings and educational exhibits.

24. ISLANDERS BEACH PARK 94 Folly Field Road • Beach access, beach matting, boardwalk, grill, outdoor showers, permit parking, picnic pavilion, playground.

25. ISLAND RECREATION CENTER 20 Wilborn Road • Aquatics, youth athletics, youth programs, summer camps, adult athletics and more.

26. JARVIS CREEK PARK 247 Moss Creek Drive • Fishing dock, fitness trail, grass meadow, playground, trails, picnic pavilion.

27. LAWTON STABLES 190 Greenwood Drive (Sea Pines) • Horseback riding and an awesome free small animal farm. Bring carrots or apples and feed Harley the Clydesdale or other horses.

28. LEGENDARY GOLF 900 William Hilton Parkway, 80 Pope Ave. • Three 18-hole miniature golf courses.

29. MAIN STREET THEATRE 3000 Main Street • Youth theatre, special events, live music and more.

30. MAIN STREET VILLAGE 1500 Main Street • Shopping center with specialty boutiques, restaurants, health care services and a supermarket.

31. MITCHELVILLE BEACH PARK 124 Mitchelville Road • Beach access, beach matting, outdoor showers.

32. MITCHELVILLE FREEDOM PARK 229 Beach City Road • The historic site of what was once Mitchelville, the first government-sanctioned freedmen’s colony in the United States.

33. NORTHRIDGE CINEMA 10 435 William Hilton Parkway • Luxury reclining seating with many screens showing the newest releases.

34. PALMETTO BAY MARINA 86 Helmsman Way • Sailing, fishing, parasailing, dining, shopping, watersport rentals, boat tours.

35. PARK PLAZA CINEMA 33 Office Park Road • The only theatre on the island serving beer and wine.

36. PINCKNEY ISLAND NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE Off U.S. 278, before Hilton Head • Wildlife viewing, photography, hiking, bicycling and fishing.

37. PINELAND STATION (SEA TURTLE MARKETPLACE) 430 William Hilton Parkway • Under construction.

38. PIRATE’S ISLAND ADVENTURE GOLF 8 Marina Side Drive • Two 18-hole pirate-themed courses.

Hilton Head Island and Bluffton points of interest 39. SALTY DOG T-SHIRT FACTORY 67 Arrow Road • A full line of Salty Dog gear without a trip to South Beach.

40. THE SANDBOX 18A Pope Avenue • An interactive children’s museum, great for rainy days.

41. SEA PINES FOREST PRESERVE Greenwood Drive (Sea Pines) • Hiking, fishing, picnicking and wildlifeviewing opportunities abound in the 605acre preserve. Indian shell ring.

42. SEA PINES RACQUET CLUB 5 Lighthouse Lane (Sea Pines) • 23 clay courts, under the direction of former U.S. Open champ Stan Smith.

43. SHELTER COVE COMMUNITY PARK 39 Shelter Cove Lane • Boardwalk, observation deck, picnic pavilion, trails, veterans’ memorial and more.

44. SHELTER COVE HARBOUR AND MARINA Shelter Cove Lane • Waterfront dining, shopping, live entertainment, watersport rentals, boat tours jetpack.

45. SHELTER COVE TOWNE CENTRE 40 Shelter Cove Lane • Hilton Head’s newest shopping center with restaurants, specialty stores and the island’s largest grocery store.

46. SOUTH BEACH MARINA 232 South Sea Pines Drive (Sea Pines) • Restaurants, shopping and a tackle shop.

Home to the South Beach Inn and the popular Salty Dog Café.

47. SOUTH BEACH RACQUET CLUB 230 South Sea Pines Drive (Sea Pines) • Pro shop, clubhouse, member lounge, hospitality deck, several courts.

48. SQUIRE POPE COMMUNITY PARK 133 Squire Pope Road • A community rowing and sailing center, fixed pier, floating dock, grill, picnic pavilion.

49. VAN DER MEER TENNIS CENTER DeAllyon Drive • 17 hard courts, four covered and lit.

50. VAN DER MEER SHIPYARD RESORT 116 Shipyard Drive • 20 courts (13 Har-Tru and seven hard).

Eight are lighted and three are indoor.

51. THE VILLAGE AT WEXFORD 1000 William Hilton Parkway • A collection of 30 upscale shopping, dining and pampering merchants. Most are locally owned.

52. XERISCAPE GARDEN One Town Center Court • A display of plants designed to need only a small amount of water.

BLUFFTON SPOTS 53. BLUFFTON LIBRARY 120 Palmetto Way • Many books and movies. Conference rooms available.

54. BERKELEY PLACE 106 Buckwalter Parkway • A movie theatre, shops, restaurants, professional offices and more.

55. MAY RIVER THEATRE 20 Bridge Street • Community theater group. Shows and performances.

56. OLD TOWN BLUFFTON Calhoun Street, Promenade Street • Art galleries, shops, restaurants and the area’s best farmers market each Thursday.

57. TANGER FACTORY OUTLET CENTER 1414 Fording Island Road • The two popular shopping centers , 1 and 2 miles west of Hilton Head, offering more than 85 brand names.

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Local Hot Spots Looking for the perfect vacation? These 30 businesses score high marks with both visitors and locals season after season.

Don't leave the Lowcountry without checking out these restaurants, shops and businesses.

ADVENTURE CRUISES With dolphin cruises, sport crabbing, public tours and private charters, you can experience life on the water — step onboard the Holiday for dolphin watching by calling 843-785-4558; for crabbing on the Crabber J II, call 843-422-5110. hiltonheadisland. com/adventure ROB KAUFMAN

ARTS CENTER OF COASTAL CAROLINA A multi-part venue that hosts remarkable showcases, visual and performing arts, and cultural festivals. Enjoy some entertainment after a fun day in the sun to truly experience all that Hilton Head Island has to offer. 843-686-3945, artshhi.com

COLIGNY KITE & FLAG COMPANY The largest selection of kites in the Lowcountry, with single-line kites, stunt kites and accessories. Stickers, flags and more are also available. 843-785-5483

BICYCLE BILLY’S Bike rentals with delivery and pickup to make life easy during your vacation. You can even rent bikes before arriving to check one more item off of your to-do list. 843785-7851, bicyclebilly.com

COLIGNY PLAZA Home to over 60 shops and restaurants; from finding the perfect souvenir to remember your trip or a new dress, there is truly something for everyone. 843-8426050, colignyplaza.com

CALIBOGUE CRUISES Take a dolphin-watching cruise or head over to Daufuskie Island, where you can take a self-guided golf cart tour or a guided bus tour to see the historic district and learn about Gullah history. 843-342-8687, daufuskiefreeport.com

ENDANGERED ARTS Check out a beautiful selection of pieces from a wide array of artists. Owners Clay and Julie Rogers make themselves available to help you find the perfect piece for your collection. 843-785-5075, endangeredarts.com

HOLY TEQUILA Take a break from seafood and experience gourmet Mexican street food like tacos, quesadillas, fajitas and more, along with a tequila bar, in a fun and relaxing atmosphere. 843-681-8226, holytequila.com

ISLAND BAGEL With authentic New York-style bagels made from scratch every morning, Island Bagel makes a great breakfast or lunch stop on your way to the beach. 843-686-3353, islandbagelanddeli.com KILWIN’S HILTON HEAD- SHELTER COVE Ice cream, chocolates and toffees, caramel and candied apples, whatever your sweet tooth is craving, Kilwins is sure to satisfy.

They also put together beautiful baskets for gifts and special occasions! 843-785-2727, kilwins.com/hiltonhead-sheltercove

GIFTED A selection of Spartina 449, Vera Bradley, Alex & Ani bracelets, high-quality gifts, custom Hilton Head items, scarves and more.

843-842-8787, giftedhiltonhead.com

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CAPTAIN WOODY’S Hilton Head Island and Bluffton’s neighborhood bar and grill, ideal after a long day at the beach with its menu full of island staples: oysters, shrimp, cold beer and a great sunset view. Hilton Head, 843-7852400; Bluffton, 843-757-6222. captainwoodys.com

COCONUT BIKE RENTALS Bike rentals with delivery and pickup, as well as rentals of cribs, roll-away beds, joggers, high chairs, beach chairs and umbrellas; combined with Island Cruisers Bike Rentals. 843-686-5055, islandcruisersbikerentals.com

HILTON HEAD BICYCLE COMPANY Providing residents and visitors with rental bicycles, new bicycles, accessories, parts and service since 1992. Delivery and pickup, free locks and baskets with bicycles.

843-686-6888, hiltonheadbicycle.com HILTON HEAD BY BOAT Book a half or full day charter, take a trip to Savannah or Daufuskie, or take a dolphin watching trip or a sunset cruise, all with Hilton Head By Boat. 843-304-3847, hiltonheadbyboat.com HILTON HEAD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA The Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra will open its 35th season on Oct. 10 at First Presbyterian Church. For more information on the upcoming season, call 843-8422055 or go to www.hhso.org.

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LAWTON STABLES With pony rides for the little ones, trail rides through the lush Sea Pines Forest Preserve, and an animal farm for the whole family, there is something for the entire family. Horseback riding is a great way to experience Hilton Head's beauty from another angle. 843-671-2586, lawtonstables.com MIKE'S BIKES Mike’s Bikes wants to help you enjoy your vacation more before you even leave your home and head to the beach. Simply call or book online and reserve the bikes that you need. A friendly employee from Mike’s Bikes will then deliver all of your bikes when you arrive and then pick them up the day you leave. It’s as simple as that. www. mikesbikeshiltonhead.com, 843-671-MIKE

OUTSIDE HILTON HEAD Outside Hilton Head has over 35 years of experience in creating and customizing life-changing adventures. Programs include guided kayak tours, kayak fishing, boatbased dolphin tours, charter fishing, tours of historic Bluffton and Daufuskie, camps for kids and teens, stand-up paddle boarding programs, boat rentals, surf lessons and much more. 800-686-6996, outsidehiltonhead.com ORANGE LEAF Self-serve frozen yogurt with an assortment of 16 flavors. Create your own treat with a choice of at least 35 toppings, ranging from kid-friendly gummy bears to a variety of fresh fruit. Plus, there are super-cool spoons. 843-689-5323, orangeleafyogurt.com

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PALMETTO BAY MARINA With restaurants, shopping, watersports and boat charters and tours, Palmetto Bay Marina has it all. Bring the family over for a full afternoon of activities. 843-785-3910, palmettobaymarinahhi.com

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mory Campbell has spent a lifetime enduring and influencing change on Hilton Head Island. He grew up Gullah at a time long before artists and tourists celebrated the culture.

Long before the days of a bridge connecting the Sea Islands to the mainland, Campbell boated to high school and became the valedictorian at Michael C. Riley High School in Bluffton. At first, the scholar was oblivious to the history of the region.

He left the Lowcountry to get an education — first a biology degree at Savannah State College, later a master’s degree in environment engineering at Tufts University in Boston. Campbell was intent on using his education to help his family — helping his parents build a house and getting his paraplegic brother medical help up north.

But while he was up north, Campbell became increasingly curious about his culture’s history, and that fed a hunger to return to the Lowcountry to help his people.

“I was learning just how important the islands and the culture were. The more I learned, the more I knew I needed to make my way back home and help,” Campbell said.

He has done more than help over the last half century.

He’s championed health care and infrastructure for the Gullah and worked to protect land from being lost to devel-

opers. In his three decades leading the Penn Center, he evolved a school started to educate freed slaves into a vital force to preserve and honor the Gullah heritage.

Campbell also served as the first chairman of the GullahGeechee Cultural Heritage Corridor Commission, helping to oversee the preservation of the Gullah over four states.

Today, he runs Gullah Heritage Consulting Services and leads Gullah Heritage Trail Tours on the island.

He’s evolved from a wide-eyed and ever-curious youth to a constantly active participant in his culture’s history. The spiritual leader of the Gullah preservation movement has been more reflective than ever as of late, taking part in a documentary chronicling the Gullah, “Hilton Head Island Back in the Day: Through the Eyes of the Gullah Elders.”

“What a wonderful project that has been,” he said of the film, which was released in October. “Gullah is all about storytelling, about sharing tales of working and loving the land from generation to generation. But we haven’t always been good at documenting that history, so this was so important.”

Campbell has been a doer for so long, and doers don’t spend a lot of time looking back or patting themselves on the back. But he sees progress, as the Gullah have gone from a displaced by development to blending into “progress.”

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BY BARRY KAUFMAN

uxury, as it is all too commonly defined is simply a transaction wherein an obscene amount of money is traded for something that exists solely to justify its price tag. It’s the yacht that harbors an onboard bowling alley, helicopter landing pad and full-service personal Starbucks (complete with barista who actually spells your name right). It’s the solid gold Italian sports car with built-in shiatsu massage and 20,000-carat emerald gear shifter.

The recipe for luxury is simple: fin where “over the top” is, then keep climbing for a few miles.

Too often, luxury is just hollow avarice, and that’s why luxury is cheap.

But Lowcountry luxury, now that takes style.

The good life is all around you, in every sunbaked beach and every forest path creeping between centuries-old live oaks.

It’s in every perfectly manicured golf course and on the face of every local who already knows your name.

Compared to that, how much joy can there honestly be in going over the top?

Just as every neighborhood’s covenants hold fast to the same earth tones, so too is our luxury muted just a tad. Ostentatious just isn’t our style.

So what is? Read on.

Apple Edition Watch

It’s not about impressing the neighbors. It’s not about dropping an obscene amount of cash. It’s about sophistication, style and elegance. This is the Lowcountry Luxe.

You’re already going to buy the Apple Watch. Just go ahead and admit it. But as much pride as Apple takes in placing form above function, there’s something about the basic Apple Watch that doesn’t quite jive with evening wear. The iPhone is a beautiful piece of technology, but it hardly complements a two-button blazer when shrunk down and strapped to your wrist. Enter the Apple Edition watch.

Crafted with an 18-karat yellow or rose gold case and a precision-machined sapphire crystal display, the Apple Edition Watch can be paired with a classic black, rose gray

or midnight blue buckle, or the bright red modern buckle for a pop of color to pair with your favorite cocktail dress. The price tag of $10,000 to $17,000 might be on the high end, but have you ever tried to send a tweet from a Cartier Tank Anglaise?

The Bentley Flying Spur

The name itself evokes images of bygone luxury, when cars were given names, not numbers. A limousine in the back seat and a drag racer in the front, this handcrafted masterpiece of an automobile beautifully balances luxury and power. The famed Flying Spur W12 engine puts 616 horses under a hood that embodies the craftsmanship the Bentley nameplate is known for. The interiors, for example, are still stitched by hand in true Bentley fashion.

And in keeping with the spirit of luxury designed not for flash but for inspiration, we should tell you that even with an MSRP north of $200,000, the Flying Spur is considered the entry-level model in the Bentley family.

Don’t let any of those Mulsanne drivers know how fun this thing is.

The Gunboat 55

Named the “top domestic” at the Monaco Yacht Show, the Gunboat 55 is a carbon-fibe work of art. Sail around the world or simply turn heads at Harbour Town with a 57-foot catamaran that places a premium on simplicity without ever sacrificing luxury. From the mast to the crossbeam, the Gunboat 55 presents passengers with space built for capturing the salt air, thanks to an open aft end. Unwind on weather-proof Italian style ultra-leather sofas, grill up your catch on the built-in barbecue on the aft deck’s teak “back porch,” then retire to one of two cabins with queen-size berths and private heads.

Every inch of this seaborne stunner was designed for luxury, right down to the stainless steel Bosch appliances in the galley, but even greater care was taken to build the Gunboat 55 with the sailor in mind. The result is a captain’s dream vessel.

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The 14-week-old German shepherd is the proud puppy of Kristen Cyrilla and Jason Nearen. Monthly thanks all who submitted photos and voted. We have selected some of our favorite photos for this special “Cutest Pets” photo spread. Find all entries on our Facebook page. Special thanks to W Photography for capturing this photo of the winning pooch!

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PALMETTO DUNES OCEANFRONT RESORT Named one of the top 25 on Travel + Leisure magazine's list of the World’s Best Family Resorts, Palmetto Dunes provides a world-class golf experience alongside vacations that are sure to please the whole family. There's something to do and see for everyone, no matter the age, no matter the interest.

843-686-9697, palmettodunes.com STATION 300 If you take the kids to Station 300, they’ll be begging you to go back for the rest of the trip.

The facility features 24 bowling lanes, a wide variety of arcade games and a laser maze. For the adult crowd, grab a beer at Zeppelin’s Bar and Grill and check out Galactic Bowling starting at 11pm on Friday and Saturday nights.

843-815-2695, station300.com PEDALS Whether you need one bike or a whole pack of them, Pedals has beach cruisers, mountain bikes, kiddie karts, and even an extra-tall bike for those with long legs.

They also provide delivery and pickup to make your life just that little bit easier.

843-842-5522, pedalsbicycles.com PHILLY’S CAFÉ & DELI Open for lunch every day, featuring classic hoagies, cheese steaks, pita wraps, chicken sandwiches, and a variety of snacks and sides Philly’s is a must-do lunch spot with something for everyone. 843-7859966, phillyscafe.com SPORTS ADDICTION If you’re looking to try a new sport or fitness routine, Sports Addiction carries whatever you need. You’ll find everything you need for cycling, tennis, racquetball, and more. 843-815-8281, sportsaddiction.us STACK’S PANCAKES Enjoy traditional breakfast items or try some of Stack’s more unique menu items such as the Crème Brulee French Toast or the Bananas Foster French Toast. Truly an all around family-friendly restaurant with something for everyone. 843-341-3347, stackshh.com

THE SEA SHACK This hole-in-the-wall restaurant serves up good down-home Southern Lowcountry food with all things seafood, fried, grilled or blackened. 843-785-2464, seashackhhi.com

THE WESTIN HILTON HEAD ISLAND RESORT & SPA Three luxury pools and convenient beach access are only the beginning of the fabulous amenities at The Westin. You’ll find tennis, golf and a variety of activities for the kids available during your stay. 843-681-4000, westinhiltonheadisland.com ZEPPELIN’S BAR AND GRILL Located in Station 300 in Bluffton, Zeppelin’s offers a full menu as well as a full bar. They offer tons of variety from sandwiches to pizzas to steak so everyone will find something they like. 843-815-2695, eatatzeppelins.com  FALL/WINTER 2016 13

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OCT. 28 – NOV. 6 Hilton Head Island Motoring Festival & Concours d'Elegance: The Hilton Head Island Motoring Festival & Concours d’Elegance will celebrate its 15th year in the fall of 2016. The Festival kicks off with the Savannah Speed Classic Oct. 28 – 30, on the Grand Prize of America road course situated on the property of The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa in Savannah, Georgia.

The festivities continue on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, Nov. 4 - 6, at the Port Royal Golf Club where the Concours d’Elegance (Nov. 6) takes center stage. www.hhiconcours.com

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TOP FALL/WINTER EVENTS SEPT. 14

Lowcountry Dragonflies: 3 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 14, Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive. A presentation on the dragonflies inhabiting the lagoons of Hilton Head will be given by biologist Vicky McMillan, who has been a member of the faculty at Colgate University for 30 years. Tickets are $7. Please contact the museum at 843-689-6767, ext. 223 to make a reservation.

SEPT. 16

Full Moon Session – Jazz by the Sea: 8-10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 16, Atlantic Room at the Sea Pines Beach Club. Enjoy music by the Mike Barbara Trio under the full moon.

Experience live jazz and incredible views of the Atlantic Ocean, as well as a variety of specialty drinks and cocktails. Reserved for guests 21 years and older. For additional details, visit seapines.com.

SEPT. 16-18 Stan Smith Super Series: Friday, Sept.

16-Sunday, Sept. 18, Sea Pines Resort.

Please join Stan Smith — The Sea Pines Resort’s touring professional for the past 44 years, past champion of Wimbledon and the U.S. Open, and Olympic men’s coach — and his staff for a fun-filled weekend. Cost is

$305; adults only. To reserve your space for this special event, please call the Sea Pines Racquet Club at 843-363-4495.

SEPT. 17

Ninth annual Tiger Bass Race Series: 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 17, Hampton Lake, Bluffton. This event is fun for all ages! Races begin with music and a patriotic sendoff.

Participants may register on line at www. tigerbassrace.com.

Saturday Matinee: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17, Hilton Head Library. Enjoy the town’s free big screen at our monthly showings with refreshments. Free. For more information, visit beaufortcountylibrary.org or contact Lauren Read at 843-255-6531 or lread@bcgov.net.

2016 Italian Heritage Festival: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17, Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn. The Italian Heritage Festival is a robust celebration of Italian culture with food and live entertainment. For more information, visit www. iachh.org.

Island School Council for the Arts Presents “An Evening of the Arts”: 6:30-10:30 p.m. Sept. 17, The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa. The Island School Council for the Arts (ISCA) celebrates its 34th “An Evening of the Arts.” As the

island’s original art auction and fundraising gala, this event is sure to please with a live juried art auction, including significant works of art, delicious food and entertainment by bright new stars from the Carolinas to Broadway! Tickets are $135 per person.

For more information on making reservations, visit www.isca-online.org.

SEPT. 18

Seventh annual Latino Food Festival: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 18, Shelter Cove Community Park. To celebrate Latino Heritage month, Latinos Unidos, along with Volunteers in Medicine Hilton Head Island, are hosting the seventh annual Latino Food Festival. Please contact VIM’s Development Office at 843-689-6612 for information about sponsorship. A $3 donation-based entry fee is suggested for adults.

SEPT. 21

Our Solar System and the Andromeda Story: 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21, Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. The Coastal Discovery Museum will host Kristen Marshall Mattson, an environmental educator for the LowCountry Institute, as well as a “Sky Ranger.” The cost of the program is $7 per person and reservations are required by calling 843-689-6767, ext. 223.

SEPT. 22-25

LoCo Motion’s Breast Cancer Event: Thursday, Sept. 22 through Saturday, Sept. 25, Haig Point on Daufuskie Island, Callawassie Island, and Hilton Head Island.

For more information, visit www.dothelocomotion.org.

SEPT. 23

“The Incredible Monarch”: 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 23, Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. The Coastal Discovery Museum will host Billy McCord for this program on monarch butterflies. The cost of the program is $7 per person (for ages 12 and older) and reservations are required by calling 843-689-6767, ext. 223.

SEPT. 24

Pedal 4 Kids Community Bike Ride: Saturday, Sept. 24, Hilton Head High School. The 10th annual Pedal 4 Kids Community Ride will take place to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Hilton Head Island.

To register or for more information, visit www.pedal4kids.org.

SEPT. 28

Lowcountry Alligators: 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 28, Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive. The Coastal Discovery

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OCT. 1

PCCLC 26th annual Gala "Seasons of Life": 6 p.m. Oct. 1, Sea Pines Country Club. The PCCLC 26th annual Gala "Seasons of Life" will feature guest stars Al and Lisa Robertson of "Duck Dynasty" fame. The evening will start with a private cocktail reception at 5:30 for patrons to meet the Robertsons, take photos with the couple and receive an autographed copy of “A New Season," their story about sharing hope for any situation. Cost is $75 per person and the deadline to register is Sept. 22. For information, call 843-689-2222.

Got Art?: 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1, Art League of Hilton Head Gallery, inside the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. Art League of Hilton Head’s annual fundraising benefit

“Got Art?” promises to make collectors out of art enthusiasts. Previews are from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 27-30 and 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Oct. 1 at Art League Gallery. For more information, visit www.artleaguehhi.org or call 843-681-5060.

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Museum will host Tom Murphy, a retired biologist with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. Murphy, who was in charge of endangered species during his long career, will share his knowledge of the natural history of alligators in the Lowcountry. The cost of the program is $7 per person (for ages 12 and older) and reservations are required by calling 843-689-6767, ext. 223 or at www.coastaldiscovery.org.

Burgers & Brew Festival: All day, Shelter Cove Community Park. At this fun-filled festival, local restaurants will be cooking their best slider burgers to compete for your vote; meanwhile, in the beer garden sponsored

by Ocean Woods you have a chance to taste 20 different brews. info@islandreccenter. org, 843-681-7273.

Hounds on the Harbour: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 1, Harbour Town. Join us in Harbour Town for fun with your hounds, featuring a pup-cake walk, agility course, a dog/owner look-a-like contest and more!

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OCT. 4-23

“Pride and Prejudice”: Tuesday, Oct. 4 through Sunday, Oct. 23, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head. All of the wit and romance of Jane Austen's most famous novel comes to life in this refreshingly fast-paced and engaging new adaptation. Visit www. artshhi.com.

SEPT. 29-OCT. 2

Wheelchair Tennis Championships: 9 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 29 through Sunday, Oct. 2, Chaplin Park Tennis Center and Hilton Head Motorcoach Resort. See current and future stars in action! To volunteer or for more information, contact Paige at 843-785-7244 or paige@ptrtennis.org.

OCT. 8

Wellness On The Shoe Kick-Off Event: 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8, Hilton Head Health, 14 Valencia Road, Hilton Head Island. Get back on track with local health leaders at Hilton Head Health’s Wellness on the Shoe Kick-Off Event. Visit hhhealth.com or contact at 800-292-2440 or getinspired@hhhealth. com for details.

OCT. 10

Opening Night Gala with Garrick Ohlsson: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 10, First Presbyterian Church, 540 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island. One of the world’s most eminent pianist joins the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra for one night only. For additional information, visit www.hhso.org or call 843-842-2055.

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OCT. 15-23

Historic Bluffton Arts & Seafood Festival: Oct. 15-23. The 12th annual Historic Bluffton Arts and Seafood Festival will be held in the charming and eclectic historic district of Bluffton. The festival is a week long event offering a myriad of activities, showcasing the locally harvested seafood, delicious Low Country cuisine, rich history, culture and art of the area and Southern hospitality found only in Bluffton.

OCT. 15-16

The Yacht Club of Hilton Head Island Regatta Weekend: The two races, held in Calibogue Sound just off of Harbour Town, are the headline sailing events of the Yacht Club of Hilton Head Island and have been annual events since the early 1970s.

Spectators are welcomed and volunteers will be on the pier in Harbour Town viewing the races, shopping and dining. For additional information about the regatta or to register, please contact 843-384-7322.

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OCT. 17

Laura Osnes: 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 17, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head. Spend a dazzling evening of show tunes and standards with Broadway’s original Cinderella in this exclusive one-night-only performance by the stunning, two-time Tony nominee Laura Osnes. For more information visit www. artshhi.com or call 843-842-2787.

OCT. 23

Polo for Charity: Enjoy a Lowcountry afternoon of polo, tailgating, divot stomping and plenty of fun for the whole family at the 23rd Polo for Charity event on Sunday, October 23, at the Rose Hill Equestrian Center, Bluffton. For more information contact Barbara McFadden at 843-298-3055 or see our website: www.rotaryclubofokatie. com

OCT. 29

“Walk to End Alzheimer’s”: Saturday, Oct. 29, Calhoun Street Promenade in Bluffton.

Participants will complete a 1.5-mile walk and will learn about Alzheimer's disease and how we support the local community.

Start or join a team today at alz.org/walk or 843-614-6608.

OCT. 30

Halloweeen on the Harbour: Sunday, Oct. 30. Celebrate Halloween at The Sea Pines Resort with crafts, activities, a costume parade, cookies, cider, and trick-or-treating around Harbour Town. Participants of all ages are welcomed and invited to come in

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“Out of the Darkness” Suicide Prevention Walk: noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 16, Jarvis Creek Park, Hilton Head.

Bring support and awareness to this important cause while enjoying a scenic walk around Jarvis Creek Park in Hilton Head

and reading inspirational signs along the way. To register or donate, contact Vanessa Riley at 843-384-2901 or visit afsp.donordrive.com.

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Hilton Head Island History Day: Saturday, Oct. 15, all day. Hilton Head Island History Day, Saturday, October 15th. Tours by bus or bike at various historical sites on Hilton Head Island.

Visit Revolutionary War, Civil War, Reconstruction, and Fishing and Farming historic sites, with history told along the way. Space is limited. Tours leave from various locations. Visit HeritageLib.org for more details.

DEC. 3

Town of Bluffton Christmas Parade: 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Dec. 3.

Starting at the corner of Pritchard and Bridge streets, the three-mile route marches through downtown Bluffton and ends at Red Cedar Road.

843-706-4500 or www.townofbluffton.sc.gov costume. For additional information, please contact the recreation department at (843) 842-1979. Complimentary.

OCT. 31

Trunk-O-Ween at Shelter Cove Towne Centre: 5-7 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 31. The Merchants of Shelter Cove Towne Centre and the Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance have partnered to present a free “Trunk-O-Ween” family-friendly experience.

Classic cars from the Carolina Dreamers Car Club will line Towne Centre Drive with their trunks open and full of candy. Costumed children can trick-or-treat from trunk-totrunk and store-to-store to get their bag filled with candy.

NOV. 1-2

Dance Theatre of Harlem: Tuesday, Nov. 1, and Wednesday, Nov. 2, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head. The incredible Dance Theatre of Harlem Company tours nationally and internationally with an eclectic ballet repertoire. Contact the Box Office at 843842-2787 or https://tickets.artshhi.com. For additional information, visit www.artshhi. com.

NOV. 5

DEC. 1

Hilton Head Monthly Readers' Choice Party: 5:30-9 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 1 at Sonesta Resort. This is the can't-miss party of the year with live music, great food and good times. Celebrate with the best people, businesses and restaurants of 2016, as selected by Hilton Head Monthly readers.

The sixth annual Bluffton International & Craft Beer Fest: The Bluffton Beer Fest is “The Best Little Beer Fest in the USA.” Look for over 180+ unique beers ( 40+ different beer styles ) from more then 70 breweries from the US and the rest of the world.

Quality not Quantity. The BBF also features Food Court, Vendor Village and Live Music.

Bring your lawn chairs. No outside food or drinks will be permitted. Children and pets may enter the food court area, but are not allowed to visit beer garden. 843-757-8520.

DEC. 9

Hilton Head Choral Society’s “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” Concert: 8-10 p.m., First Presbyterian Church of Hilton Head. The Sounds of Christmas concert has become an Island holiday tradition with musical treats for audience members.

DEC. 11-12 Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra Chorus, Holiday Pops: The Lowcountry’s favorite holiday tradition with John Morris Russell featuring the heart-warming, animated film “The Snowman”. Haeun Kim, 2016 Winner of the HHSO Youth Concerto Competition, makes her debut with the HHSO. 843-842-2055.

JAN. 15

Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra: The majestic magnum opus of Saint-Saëns performed by Chad Martin, renowned organist of the First Presbyterian Church of Hilton Head. 843-842-2055.

JAN. 29 Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra: Tchaikovsky‘s stirring masterwork – an epic portrayal of fate, and the triumphant return of ChangYong Shin, 2016 First Prize Winner of the HHIPC, performing Schumann’s Piano Concerto, Opus 54. 843-842-2055.

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FEB. 4

Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra Youth Concerto Competition: Since 2000, the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra has sponsored this program for musicians under age 18. Its purpose is to provide talented young musicians the opportunity to perform standard orchestral repertoire from memory before an audience. The HHSO is proud to present this Concerto Competition with the hopes of inspiring a younger generation to pursue their goals in the world of music. 843-842-2055.

FEB. 19

Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra: Music, stories and dance celebrating the rich cultural heritage of our Lowcountry.

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa is the official hotel of the HHSO and the HHIPC. 843-842-2055.

MARCH 6

Hilton Head International Piano Competition: The Hilton Head International Piano Competition, one of the leading international piano competitions in the United States, holds its 22nd competition on March 6 – 11, 2017. Twenty of the world’s best pianists, ages 13-17, compete in three exciting rounds of competition, with 5 Finalists performing with the HHSO for $18,500 in cash prizes plus concerts.

843-842-2055.

ONGOING

Fort Mitchel Civil War Tours: 10 a.m.

Thursdays, Fort Mitchel in Hilton Head Plantation. To attend, call the Heritage Library at 843-686-6560 or register online at HeritageLib.org. Tickets are $12; $7 for a child ages 7-12; no children under 7.

Farmers Market of Bluffton: 2-7 p.m.

Thursdays, Calhoun Cottages, Calhoun Street, Bluffton. For more information, visit www.farmersmarketbluffton.org or call 843-415-4227.

Dolphin and Nature Cruise: 3 p.m.

Wednesdays and Fridays, Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. Take a boat trip on Broad Creek into Calibogue Sound. For more information, visit www.coastaldiscovery.org.

Dolphin Research Excursion: every Wednesday and second Saturday of the month, Calhoun Street Dock end of Calhoun Street, adjacent to The Church of the Cross in Bluffton. Cost is $55 per person. For more information, visit www. coastaldiscovery.org.

Kayaking on Jarvis Creek: 10 a.m.

Tuesdays through Thursdays, Jarvis Creek

THEFRENCHGUY PHOTOGRAPHY

EVENTS ■ Water Sports, Hilton Head Island. Join a certified guide for a closer look at the salt marsh aboard a stable, touring kayak.

Venture into creeks and inlets to view local wildlife, such as wading birds and dolphins.

Reservations are required by calling 843689-6767, ext. 223.

May River Expedition: Thursdays, Calhoun Street Dock, Bluffton. Presented by the Coastal Discovery Museum; join marine biologist Capt. Amber Kuehn aboard research vessel Spartina for a two-hour exploration of Bluffton’s May River. Cost is $40 for adults, $30 for children (ages 12 and under), and reservations are required by calling 843-689-6767, ext. 223.

Oysters: Past, Present, and Future: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sundays, through Sept. 8, The Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. For more information, call 843-689-6767 or visit www.coastaldiscovery.org.

Explore Pinckney Island: 9-11 a.m.

Pinckney Island, between the bridges off island, Hilton Head Island. Cost is $12 for adults, $7 for children ages 4-12.

Reservations are required and may be made by calling 843-689-6767, ext. 223.

Salt Marsh Discovery: 10 a.m. Fridays, Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. Cost is $10 for adults, and $5 for children ages 4-12.

Reservations required by calling 843-6896767, ext. 223.

Honey Horn History Walk: 10-11:30 a.m.

Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. Travel back in time with the stories of Honey Horn’s past 200 years. Cost is $10 for adults, and $5 for children (ages 4-12). Reservations are required and may be made by calling 843689-6767, ext. 223.

Beach Discovery: 10 a.m. Tuesdays, Burkes Beach, Burkes Beach Road, Hilton Head Island. Learn to be a beachcomber!

Ever wonder who lives in those holes in the sand? Cost is $12 for adults and $7 for children, and reservations are required by calling 843-689-6767, ext. 223.

Butterfly Enclosure at Coastal Discovery Museum: 3 p.m. Wednesdays and 3 p.m.

Mondays, Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive. Reservations are required and may be made by calling 843-689-6767, ext. 223. The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children (ages 4-12).

Sea Turtle Talk: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, Meeting location given out at time of reservation. Join the Coastal Discovery Museum for an evening sea turtle lecture and beach walk. Cost is $20 for adults, $15 for children (no children under 4), and reservations are required by calling

MARCH 6

Hilton Head International Piano Competition: The Hilton Head International Piano Competition, one of the leading international piano competitions in the United States, holds its 22nd competition on March 6 – 11, 2017. Twenty of the world’s best pianists, ages 13-17, compete in three exciting rounds of competition, with 5 Finalists performing with the HHSO for $18,500 in cash prizes plus concerts. 843-842-2055.

843-689-6767, ext. 223.

Civil War Era: 3 p.m. Thursdays, Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. Join a Coastal Discovery Museum docent and learn how Hilton Head Island was home to thousands of Union soldiers during the Civil War. Cost is $7 per person (please, no children under 7) and reservations are required by calling 843689-6767, ext. 223.

Live Animal Encounters at Coastal Discovery Museum: 11 a.m. Tuesdays, Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. Get an up-close look at wildlife in the Lowcountry. These programs are $12 per adult and $7 per child (ages 5-12) and reservations are required by calling 843-689-6767, ext.

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Kids Bowl Free: Through Sept. 5, Station 300, 25 Innovation Drive, Bluffton. Kids Bowl Free is a fantastic way for families to have a great time together without breaking the bank. For more information, please contact Lisa Kennedy at 843-815-2695, or LKennedy@station300.com.

Beach Yoga with Jiva Yoga Center: 8-9 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Coligny Beach. Classes are $15, visit www. jivayogacenter.com to schedule.

Stand Up Paddle Board Yoga( SUP): High tide, most Tuesday and Thursday mornings.

Private and semi privates are also available for SUP, you can simple enjoy a "walk on the water" with no yoga involved Just call Ken at 843-247-0004 to schedule, or visit www.jivayogacenter.com for more information.

The Jazz Corner: Nightly concerts at 8 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m. The Village at Wexford C-1, Hilton Head. The Jazz Corner's intimate, elegant atmosphere is the perfect setting to enjoy an evening of world-class entertainment enhanced by our innovative Southern flavors menu and personal, attentive service. For concert schedules and more information, visit www.thejazzcorner.com, or call 843-842-8620.

Historic Zion Cemetery and Bayard Mausoleum: 10 a.m. Fridays through November. Join the Heritage Library for a tour of the cemetery where Revolutionary War soldiers are buried. Learn about the oldest existing structure on Hilton Head Island and explore where planters' antebellum church used to sit. $12 per adult, $7 per child. Registration required, call 843686-6050 or visit HeritageLib.org.

Historic Ft. Mitchel in Hilton Head Plantation: 10 a.m. Thursdays through November. Join the Heritage Library for a tour of the Civil War battery on Skull Creek built to protect Port Royal Sound the Seabrook Coaling Station. $12 per adult, $7 per child. Registration required, call 843686-6050 or visit HeritageLib.org.

Forest Preserve Wagon Journey: 3:30-5 p.m. Thursdays, other times available by appointment, Sea Pines Resort. Sit back, relax and experience the animals and plant life of the Sea Pines Forest Preserve.

Reservations required; contact 843-8421979. Minimum of six guests. $15 per adult, $12 per child (ages 12 and younger).

Freshwater Fishing: 9-10:30 a.m.

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“THE CURE FOR ANYTHING IS SALT WATER — SWEAT, TEARS OR THE SEA”

— ISAK DINESEN

FOLLY FIELD BEACH (5)

A bit off the beaten path from the plantations and resorts, Folly Field has more of a locals’ beach feel. With a shorter walk to the beach than nearby Driessen Beach, it is both convenient and quiet. Take a long walk and grab a pit stop and a drink at the outdoor bar at the nearby The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa, or spread out your towel and spend the day at one of the island’s wider and uncluttered beaches. Loved by surfers and body boarders, it still can occasionally be treacherous with its riptides and undertows.

BEST FOR: Surfers, walking and biking ACCESS: Located on Starfish Road, a right turn off Folly Field Road

BY DAVID GIGNILLIAT

SANDS. SURFING. SWIMMING. SUNNING. SHORES. SAILING. SANCTUARY.

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hatever your vision of the “beach life” may entail, the sun-splashed beaches of Hilton Head Island offer as many experiences as there are shells on their sandy shores.

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

MITCHELVILLE BEACH (3)

Many locals consider this beach Hilton Head’s best-kept secret. If you’re looking to build sandcastles on a pristine beach, pick another spot. If you’re looking for privacy and beauty in a rich historical setting, this beach is for you. Be sure to check out the incredible story of Mitchelville in the nearby park.

BEST FOR: Privacy, fishing, walking ACCESS: Near the end of Beach City Road at Mitchelville Beach Park

FISH HAUL CREEK BEACH (2) DOLPHIN HEAD (1)

Located on the northern tip of Hilton Head in Hilton Head Plantation, Dolphin Head beach overlooks Port Royal Sound and includes a mile-long walking path and a quiet (only open to HHP residents) beach dotted with vestigial live oaks and pines. Hilton Head Plantation is one of the island’s largest year-round residential communities, and Dolphin Head is more private than some of the island’s other beaches.

BEST FOR: Walking (at low tide), surf fishing and collecting shells ACCESS: Dolphin Head Lane, inside Hilton Head Plantation

The area is known for its diverse ecology, maritime forest, salt marsh and creeks, beach dunes and scrub, and the Port Royal tidal flats. The beach itself is a generous walk from the park, but ambles through a wonderful nature path, and is lightly used for swimming. The beach park, located on the “heel” of the island, is 31 acres of mostly untouched nature, feels like your own private beach and is arguably the scene for the best bird watching in all of Hilton Head.

BEST FOR: Walking, birdwatching, clamming and fishing ACCESS: Located near the end of Beach City Road, accessible from Fish Haul Creek Park

ISLANDER'S BEACH (4)

A favorite of locals, Islander’s Beach recently earned a high ranking in Coastal Living magazine’s Top 21 Beaches on the East Coast. It’s less crowded than most Hilton Head spots and swimmer-friendly, thanks to its gentle underwater slope. Parking is at a premium and is mostly reserved for residents and year-round pass holders, with metered spots available for guests. For nearby mid-island visitors, a bike ride or a friendly beachfront drop-off might be the best bet for easy access.

BEST FOR: Locals and swimming ACCESS: Located at 94 Folly Field Road, at Sparkleberry Lane

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A long boardwalk connects the maritime forest to the white-sand beach. A long, wide shoreline leaves ample room to spread out, and the flat ocean floor and small waves make it kid-friendly and great for body boarding or just wading. Tucked in a heavily shaded and wooded area, it’s a bit hard to find but with tons of amenities like parking and restrooms, it’s popular with both locals and discerning visitors alike.

BEST FOR: Day trips, swimming, sunning, locals and in-the-know visitors ACCESS: Off William Hilton Parkway, at the end of Bradley Beach Road

BURKES BEACH (7)

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

BEST FOR: Surfing boarding, walking and pets ACCESS: Just south of Palmetto Dunes at the end of Burkes Beach Road

NORTH FOREST BEACH (8)

Located near over 100 dining and shopping options in one of the island’s oldest neighborhoods, it is one of the places to be on Hilton Head. For surfers, the beach area at Jacana Street is known to offer some of the best waves at high tide on the island. Locals swear by the shoreline as the best on Hilton Head, and the quaint mix of older beach cottages with modern ocean compounds makes for a compelling community feel.

BEST FOR: Swimming, walking and surfing ACCESS: The one-mile stretch of beach starts at Coligny Circle and runs north to the Sonesta Resort located in Shipyard Plantation

COLIGNY BEACH (9)

SOUTH FOREST BEACH (10)

Part of Hilton Head’s “Ocean Community,” South Forest Beach is on a one-mile stretch of beachfront between the Coligny Circle and Sea Pines Plantation gate. It is the largest of the island’s public beaches, and draws more crowds than North Forest Beach. Wide, comfortable and spacious, and buffered somewhat from nearby development, it’s a great all-purpose spot. Venture a little further away from the public access point that divides the north and south beaches, and you’ll find even more room to spread out.

BEST FOR: Swimming, fishing biking and walking ACCESS: Public access on Alder Lane and Seaside Villas, off South Forest Beach Road

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SOUTH BEACH (11)

Located in Sea Pines at the “toe” of the island near the South Beach Marina. Though the marina area is one of the more popular island destinations for visitors, with its dining, shopping and inventive water sports experiences, the Calibogue Beach itself is relatively quiet, nearly secluded, and is great for just watching the dolphins or a relaxing walk. Don’t go out at high tide, though, as there is little to no beach at that time. If you are not a Sea Pines resident or registered guest, you must pay $6 per vehicle to enter the resort.

BEST FOR: Unique water sports opportunities (kayaking, sport fishing parasailing, etc.), sightseeing and walking ACCESS: Near Sea Pines South Beach Marina, best accessed by bike or foot

At Hilton Head’s busiest beach you’ll find soft sand and wonderful clean water.

Even better, it’s close to the island’s unofficial downtown area. The beach is protected by security cameras and visitors can enjoy free Wi-Fi, volleyball nets and scores of beach rentals and free parking — just not at the popular Coligny Plaza. The beach and the shopping plaza do get a little crowded, but if you like an active and lively beach experience, this is your spot.

BEST FOR: If the crowds are any indication, everybody. Perfect for sunbathing, swimming, biking, an early-morning jog or a romantic date night. ACCESS: At Coligny Circle, at the intersection of Pope Avenue and South Forest Beach Drive

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Our Wonderful Beach Wildlife

CANNONBALL JELLYFISH

Also known as the cabbage head, this is the most common jellyfish encountered in our waters. It is the least venomous native jelly and stings are very mild. You will often see it washed up on the beach.

ANIMALS YOU CAN EXPECT TO SEE ON AND AROUND HILTON HEAD'S BEACHES GULL

BY LANCE HANLIN

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hat's that? It's a question visiting mothers and fathers are asked constantly by inquisitive children during family beach days. Don't lose cool points by answering, "that's a bird, son."

Impress your little one with a name and a quick fact about the critter in question. Here is a look at the 10 most common animals you will see at the beach. 

FIDDLER CRAB

These creatures are abundant in the mud flats at low tide. They are smaller than a dime and live in holes they dig in the mud.

They plug the holes as the tide comes in to help stay dry. Males show off their pincer claw to attract females.

These scavengers are the most common bird on the beach. They usually eat dead things that wash up on shore, steal other birds’ meals, beg tourists for food or hover around shrimp boats.

HORSESHOE CRAB

They resemble crustaceans but are actually closely related to spiders and scorpions. They are considered living fossils, originating 450 million years ago.

GHOST CRAB BLUE CRAB

Greatly cherished by local seafood chefs.

Females have broad abdomens, like the dome of the Capitol. Males have narrow abdomens, like the Washington Monument.

BROWN PELICAN

These birds glide gracefully over the water until they spot a fish then they fold their wings and clumsily smash into the water to grab their prey.

They live in holes in the sand above the high tide line and stay inside during the hottest part of the day and throughout the coldest part of the winter. They emerge mostly at night to feed on clams.

BOTTLENOSE DOLPHIN

More than 200 live here year-round, and many more are migratory. Local captains have given several of them names based on their personalities, such as Chopper and Nic.

LOGGERHEAD SEA TURTLE GREAT BLUE HERON

These large wading birds come to the beach at dusk and usually remain until nightfall.

You’ll find their nests on Hilton Head Island beaches between May and August, when they come ashore at night to lay their eggs.

The eggs hatch in about 60 days and the small turtles make their way to the ocean using the moon as their beacon.

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Beach Rules & Regulations All violations of beach regulations can result up to fines of $500 per each offense.

Respect the beautiful wildlife, and leave only your footprints when you go.

NOT ALLOWED

SCAUP OSPREY A large bird that circles overhead like an eagle. When it spots a fish it will dive at high speed and snatch its prey with its razor-sharp talons.

These ducks like to float together in the ocean by the thousands, forming what looks like an island. It's called a raft of scaup.

SEA NETTLE PIPING PLOVER

These sparrow-sized shorebirds run so fast along the tide line, their legs are a blur.

Jellyfish armed with up to two dozen tentacles that have rows of thousands of stinging cells. Their sting is fatal for their prey, but usually causes only discomfort for humans.

Most stings occur in July and August.

 Alcohol of any kind (beer, wine, etc.)  Glass  Littering  Nudity  Disorderly conduct  Disturbing the peace  Unauthorized vehicles  Shark fishin  Fires and fi eworks  Harassing, harming, or removing of any live beach life (sand dollars, starfish conch shells, sea turtles, coral, etc.)  Damage to dunes  Sleeping on the beach between midnight and 6am  Distribution of handouts  Kites not under manual control  Sand-sailing  Stunt kites 10am-6pm April 1 through September 30  Unauthorized wearing of lifeguard logos  Launching, landing, or operating unauthorized motorized watercrafts

NOT ALLOWED in Designated

Swimming Areas, in protection of swimmers and sunbathers, between 10am6pm April 1 through September 30:  Fishing or surfcasting  Team Sports involving a ball  Games with metal items

ANIMAL RULES ON THE BEACH  Must remove and dispose of animal excrement  Must be on a leash or under positive voice control at all times

SAND DOLLAR

Flat sea urchin with velvet-textured spines covered with very small hairs. Coordinated movements of the spines enable sand dollars to move across the seabed. It’s illegal to remove living sand dollars from the beach.

SANDERLING Small shorebirds often seen in groups, chasing waves in and out looking for food in the intertidal sand flats Among other characteristics, their black legs and longer bills clearly distinguish them from piping plovers.

SEA STAR

They’re often called starfish but they're not actually fish They don’t have gills, scales or fins and move using hundreds of tube feet, which are located on their underside.

STINGRAY Equipped with sharp, serrated barbs at the base of their tails, they can also release toxins when startled. Hilton Head usually gets more than 150 stings reported each year, usually on the feet and ankles of people who step on them.

BEACH SAFETY

 Protect your skin with sunscreen and reapply at least every two hours, but if you are more prone to burning or in the water a lot, reapply more often.  Drink lots of water as your body needs to stay cool in the hot sun and drink water even if you are not thirsty. Thirst is the first sign of dehydration and being in the sun especially during the hottest part of the day can cause dehydration faster.  Watch for signs of heat stroke that often comes when one is dehydrated and in the sun for extended periods of time. When sweating does not help cool the body anymore, the body’s temperature rises and one may feel faint, have a rapid pulse, feel hot, skin flushed red, and more. Should this arise, call 911 and move the person to a cool place, wrap them in wet sheets, towels, or place ice packs on their wrists, ankles, armpits, and neck to cool them down. Keep watch on their breathing and

do not let anything block the airway; keep them lying down out of the sun.  Just as you put sunscreen on your skin, putting sunglasses on protects your eyes from the sun’s harsh UV rays.  Make sure to wear appropriate foot protection as many times the sand can be extremely hot and burn your feet. Beyond just the hot sand there are glass, shells, or sticks that can cut you as well as the occasional crab.

OCEAN SAFETY TIPS

 Never swim alone.  Learn to swim no matter how old you are as it could save your life or someone else’s.  Make sure you can always see the lifeguard and stay in designated swimming areas.  Always check the water conditions at the lifeguard post in case rip tides are high or stingrays or jellyfish are in the area. It is better to be prepared than find out the hard way.  Don’t swim against a current but swim across it.  Make sure to always have enough energy to make it back to land in any case.

FIRST AID TIPS FOR THE BEACH

 Sunburn: Soak under cool water most likely in a shower or tub. Aloe can often help heal and provide releif; taking Ibuprofen can help too.  Bee Sting: First and formost; if allergic, seek medical help immediately; if not, apply baking soda paste and ice.  Jellyfish Sting: Try to remove any remaining barbs; then rise with vinegar, apply dry sand; or put under hot water.  Snake bites: Use a compression dressing just above site. Seek medical help immediately and if you can remember the type of snake or at least the markings, it that will help with treatment.  Alligators: Stay away from them as they can both run and swim very fast, but if you do get bitten, call 911.  Sting Ray: Rinse with water and apply heat to neutralize sting; in any case, seek medical attention immediately.  Crab bites: Rise out well, clean out wound, and apply an antibiotic ointment as you can get infections from them.

Depending on severity, may need stiches that would require seeking medical help.

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Playing in the

Sand POPULAR BEACH GAMES AND ACTIVITIES

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LADDER TOSS

Two balls connected to a string are called bolas. Each team has three sets of bolas.

Each ladder has three rungs, each with a different point value, and players try to toss the bolas so they hang from a ladder rung.

The top is worth 3, the middle is 2 and the bottom is 1. Points are tallied at the end of each round. Collect 21 points to win. Sets range from $32 to more than $150. Try not to hit other beachgoers with the bolas.

A paddleball beach sport that looks a bit like pingpong without the table. The paddles are smaller and the ball is larger. Sets range from $30 to more than $300. Two players face one another with the objective of hitting the ball back and forth without the ball hitting the ground. Hilton Head’s longstanding frescobol record is five hits.

a beautiful day. The sun is shining and there’s a lovely breeze. You have nowhere to be and nothing to do. It’s your day off, your home is clean and all chores have been

BOWLING Dig three holes in the sand — small, medium and large. Roll a ball toward the holes, awarding the most points for the smallest hole. Use a heavy ball that won’t blow away, something like a tennis ball.

For the sake of beach joggers, don’t forget to fill the holes back up when you are done “bowling.”

A blend between cornhole, bocce ball and horseshoes. A set costs around $20 and comes with four small balls and a shovel used to dig two holes and trenches behind each hole. Get the ball in the hole for 3 points or the trench for 1 point. Teammates on opposing sides alternate tosses. Invented here in the Palmetto State, TidalBall is quickly gaining popularity on beaches all over the East Coast.

A version of beer pong without the table, using oversized cups and a ball. A set of 12 buckets and two balls costs around $70. Each team sets up a triangle of six buckets opposite of one another. The object is to eliminate the other team’s buckets buy throwing or bouncing the ball into them. Filling the buckets with alcohol is not advised.

KANJAM A game played with a flying disc and two slotted trash cans. The object of the game is to score points by throwing and deflecting the flying disc and hitting or entering the goal. The game ends when a team scores exactly 21 points or "chogs" the disc for an instant win. Players must get exactly 21, if you go over it reverts back to 17 points.

TIDALBALL

BEAR PONG

The ultimate game for the laziest of all beachgoers. Throw one of your flip-flop as far as you can. Have at least one other person do the same.

The weakest throw buys the next round of drinks at the Tiki Hut, Pool Bar Jim’s or Jamaica Joe’z.

FRESCOBOL

BY LANCE HANLIN

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You decide to go to the beach. You pack sunscreen, lunch and a towel. You get there and find a spot. You plop down in your beach chair and stare off into the great blue horizon.

Now what? Many choose to unwind by reading, listening to music or sipping a favorite beverage. Others prefer something a little more active. Here are a few beach games and activities worth trying. 

FLIP-FLOP TOSS

FRISBEER

CORNHOLE A popular beach game known by many names, including tailgate, bean bag toss, doghouse or simply bags. Sets range from $30 to more than $200. Players take turns throwing bags of corn or beans at a raised platform with a hole in the far end. A bag in the hole scores 3 points while landing on the platform scores 1 point. Play continues until a team reaches 21. Never play for money with an Ohioan.

This combines the fun of washers with the precision of playing Frisbee. You need two empty cans, two PVC pipes about four feet tall and one Frisbee. Post the PVC pipes in the sand about eight feet apart. Place an empty aluminum can on top of each pipe. The goal is to knock the can off the pole. You get 2 points for hitting the pole and knocking the can to the ground and 3 points for hitting the can and knocking it to the ground. The other team gets points if they catch the can before it hits the ground.

This game is best played with the Frisbee one hand and a beverage in the other.

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SEPTEMBER

OCTOBER

THU SEP 01 L 3:05 AM H 9:18 AM L 3:21 PM H 9:33 PM

FRI SEP 16 L 2:35 AM H 8:40 AM L 2:52 PM H 9:10 PM

SAT OCT 01 L 3:14 AM H 9:33 AM L 3:40 PM H 9:44 PM

FRI SEP 02 L 3:46 AM H 10:00 AM L 4:05 PM H 10:13 PM

SAT SEP 17 L 3:23 AM H 9:28 AM L 3:43 PM H 9:58 PM

SUN OCT 02 L 3:51 AM H 10:11 AM L 4:19 PM H 10:22 PM

SAT SEP 03 L 4:25 AM H 10:41 AM L 4:45 PM H 10:53 PM

SUN SEP 18 L 4:10 AM H 10:18 AM L 4:34 PM H 10:47 PM

MON OCT 03 L 4:26 AM H 10:48 AM L 4:57 PM H 11:00 PM

SUN SEP 04 L 5:00 AM H 11:22 AM L 5:25 PM H 11:33 PM

MON SEP 19 L 4:58 AM H 11:09 AM L 5:25 PM H 11:39 PM

TUE OCT 04 L 5:00 AM H 11:25 AM L 5:34 PM H 11:38 PM

MON SEP 05 L 5:35 AM H 12:03 PM L 6:04 PM

TUE SEP 20 L 5:47 AM H 12:04 PM L 6:18 PM

WED OCT 05 L 5:34 AM H 12:05 PM L 6:13 PM

TUE SEP 06 H 12:14 AM L 6:10 AM H 12:47 PM L 6:44 PM

WED SEP 21 H 12:35 AM L 6:38 AM H 1:03 PM L 7:14 PM

THU OCT 06 H 12:20 AM L 6:11 AM H 12:47 PM L 6:54 PM

WED SEP 07 H 12:58 AM L 6:47 AM H 1:33 PM L 7:28 PM

THU SEP 22 H 1:35 AM L 7:33 AM H 2:04 PM L 8:15 PM

FRI OCT 07 H 1:05 AM L 6:52 AM H 1:35 PM L 7:41 PM

THU SEP 08 H 1:45 AM L 7:29 AM H 2:21 PM L 8:18 PM

FRI SEP 23 H 2:37 AM L 8:34 AM H 3:06 PM L 9:20 PM

SAT OCT 08 H 1:55 AM L 7:40 AM H 2:27 PM L 8:34 PM

FRI SEP 09 H 2:35 AM L 8:18 AM H 3:12 PM L 9:14 PM

SAT SEP 24 H 3:38 AM L 9:38 AM H 4:06 PM L 10:26 PM

SUN OCT 09 H 2:48 AM L 8:36 AM H 3:22 PM L 9:33 PM

SAT SEP 10 H 3:26 AM L 9:15 AM H 4:04 PM L 10:13 PM

SUN SEP 25 H 4:39 AM L 10:43 AM H 5:05 PM L 11:27 PM

MON OCT 10 H 3:43 AM L 9:39 AM H 4:17 PM L 10:33 PM

SUN SEP 11 H 4:18 AM L 10:15 AM H 4:57 PM L 11:11 PM

MON SEP 26 H 5:38 AM L 11:43 AM H 6:01 PM

TUE OCT 11 H 4:38 AM L 10:44 AM H 5:13 PM L 11:30 PM

MON SEP 12 H 5:12 AM L 11:15 AM H 5:51 PM

TUE SEP 27 L 12:21 AM H 6:34 AM L 12:37 PM H 6:53 PM

WED OCT 12 H 5:35 AM L 11:45 AM H 6:09 PM

TUE SEP 13 L 12:05 AM H 6:07 AM L 12:12 PM H 6:44 PM

WED SEP 28 L 1:09 AM H 7:25 AM L 1:28 PM H 7:41 PM

THU OCT 13 L 12:24 AM H 6:30 AM L 12:43 PM H 7:03 PM

WED SEP 14 L 12:56 AM H 7:00 AM L 1:07 PM H 7:35 PM

THU SEP 29 L 1:54 AM H 8:11 AM L 2:14 PM H 8:25 PM

FRI OCT 14 L 1:15 AM H 7:24 AM L 1:38 PM H 7:55 PM

THU SEP 15 L 1:46 AM H 7:51 AM L 2:00 PM H 8:23 PM

FRI SEP 30 L 2:36 AM H 8:54 AM L 2:58 PM H 9:06 PM

SAT OCT 15 L 2:06 AM H 8:16 AM L 2:32 PM H 8:46 PM SUN OCT 16 L 2:56 AM H 9:07 AM

L 3:26 PM H 9:36 PM MON OCT 17 L 3:46 AM H 9:58 AM L 4:18 PM H 10:27 PM TUE OCT 18 L 4:36 AM H 10:50 AM L 5:10 PM H 11:20 PM WED OCT 19 L 5:26 AM H 11:45 AM L 6:02 PM THU OCT 20 H 12:18 AM L 6:18 AM H 12:44 PM L 6:57 PM FRI OCT 21 H 1:19 AM L 7:13 AM H 1:45 PM L 7:55 PM SAT OCT 22 H 2:21 AM L 8:13 AM H 2:46 PM L 8:58 PM SUN OCT 23 H 3:22 AM L 9:18 AM H 3:45 PM L 10:02 PM MON OCT 24 H 4:22 AM L 10:22 AM H 4:41 PM L 11:01 PM TUE OCT 25 H 5:18 AM L 11:23 AM H 5:35 PM L 11:54 PM WED OCT 26 H 6:12 AM L 12:17 PM H 6:25 PM THU OCT 27 L 12:41 AM H 7:01 AM L 1:06 PM H 7:13 PM FRI OCT 28 L 1:23 AM H 7:46 AM L 1:51 PM H 7:56 PM SAT OCT 29 L 2:03 AM H 8:28 AM L 2:34 PM H 8:38 PM SUN OCT 30 L 2:42 AM H 9:07 AM L 3:14 PM H 9:17 PM MON OCT 31 L 3:18 AM H 9:44 AM L 3:53 PM H 9:54 PM

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NOVEMBER

DECEMBER

TUE NOV 01 L 3:54 AM H 10:19 AM L 4:31 PM H 10:31 PM

WED NOV 16 L 3:16 AM H 9:32 AM L 3:53 PM H 10:02 PM

THU DEC 01 L 3:04 AM H 9:31 AM L 3:45 PM H 9:43 PM

WED NOV 02 L 4:29 AM H 10:55 AM L 5:08 PM H 11:08 PM

THU NOV 17 L 4:07 AM H 10:27 AM L 4:45 PM H 10:59 PM

FRI DEC 02 L 3:41 AM H 10:06 AM L 4:23 PM H 10:20 PM

THU NOV 03 L 5:05 AM H 11:31 AM L 5:46 PM H 11:47 PM

FRI NOV 18 L 4:58 AM H 11:23 AM L 5:37 PM H 11:59 PM

SAT DEC 03 L 4:20 AM H 10:43 AM L 5:03 PM H 11:02 PM

FRI NOV 04 L 5:42 AM H 12:10 PM L 6:26 PM

SAT NOV 19 L 5:52 AM H 12:22 PM L 6:31 PM

SAT NOV 05 H 12:30 AM L 6:23 AM H 12:55 PM L 7:11 PM

SUN NOV 20 H 1:00 AM L 6:49 AM H 1:20 PM L 7:29 PM

SUN DEC 04 L 5:01 AM H 11:26 AM L 5:46 PM H 11:49 PM MON DEC 05 L 5:47 AM H 12:15 PM L 6:33 PM

SUN NOV 06 H 1:19 AM L 6:09 AM H 12:47 PM L 7:01 PM

MON NOV 21 H 1:59 AM L 7:50 AM H 2:15 PM L 8:28 PM

TUE DEC 06 H 12:42 AM L 6:39 AM H 1:10 PM L 7:26 PM

MON NOV 07 H 1:13 AM L 7:04 AM H 1:42 PM L 7:57 PM

TUE NOV 22 H 2:55 AM L 8:54 AM H 3:09 PM L 9:26 PM

WED DEC 07 H 1:40 AM L 7:40 AM H 2:07 PM L 8:24 PM

TUE NOV 08 H 2:09 AM L 8:07 AM H 2:40 PM L 8:57 PM

WED NOV 23 H 3:50 AM L 9:54 AM H 4:01 PM L 10:19 PM

THU DEC 08 H 2:38 AM L 8:48 AM H 3:07 PM L 9:25 PM

WED NOV 09 H 3:07 AM L 9:14 AM H 3:38 PM L 9:56 PM

THU NOV 24 H 4:42 AM L 10:49 AM H 4:51 PM L 11:06 PM

FRI DEC 09 H 3:38 AM L 9:56 AM H 4:07 PM L 10:24 PM

THU NOV 10 H 4:05 AM L 10:19 AM H 4:36 PM L 10:53 PM

FRI NOV 25 H 5:31 AM L 11:39 AM H 5:39 PM L 11:49 PM

SAT DEC 10 H 4:38 AM L 11:00 AM H 5:08 PM L 11:22 PM

FRI NOV 11 H 5:03 AM L 11:20 AM H 5:34 PM L 11:47 PM

SAT NOV 26 H 6:17 AM L 12:24 PM H 6:26 PM

SUN DEC 11 H 5:38 AM L 12:00 PM H 6:07 PM

SAT NOV 12 H 6:00 AM L 12:18 PM H 6:30 PM

SUN NOV 27 L 12:30 AM H 7:01 AM L 1:07 PM H 7:09 PM

MON DEC 12 L 12:17 AM H 6:36 AM L 12:58 PM H 7:04 PM

SUN NOV 13 L 12:40 AM H 6:55 AM L 1:14 PM H 7:24 PM

MON NOV 28 L 1:10 AM H 7:41 AM L 1:49 PM H 7:50 PM

TUE DEC 13 L 1:12 AM H 7:31 AM L 1:53 PM H 7:59 PM

MON NOV 14 L 1:32 AM H 7:48 AM L 2:09 PM H 8:16 PM

TUE NOV 29 L 1:48 AM H 8:19 AM L 2:29 PM H 8:29 PM

WED DEC 14 L 2:05 AM H 8:24 AM L 2:45 PM H 8:52 PM

TUE NOV 15 L 2:24 AM H 8:40 AM L 3:02 PM H 9:08 PM

WED NOV 30 L 2:26 AM H 8:56 AM L 3:07 PM H 9:06 PM

THU DEC 15 L 2:58 AM H 9:16 AM L 3:36 PM H 9:45 PM FRI DEC 16 L 3:48 AM H 10:08 AM

L 4:25 PM H 10:39 PM SAT DEC 17 L 4:38 AM H 11:01 AM L 5:14 PM H 11:34 PM SUN DEC 18 L 5:29 AM H 11:54 AM L 6:02 PM MON DEC 19 H 12:31 AM L 6:21 AM H 12:47 PM L 6:53 PM TUE DEC 20 H 1:26 AM L 7:16 AM H 1:39 PM L 7:45 PM WED DEC 21 H 2:20 AM L 8:16 AM H 2:30 PM L 8:40 PM THU DEC 22 H 3:12 AM L 9:16 AM H 3:21 PM L 9:33 PM FRI DEC 23 H 4:04 AM L 10:14 AM H 4:12 PM L 10:24 PM SAT DEC 24 H 4:55 AM L 11:06 AM H 5:03 PM L 11:11 PM SUN DEC 25 H 5:45 AM L 11:53 AM H 5:53 PM L 11:55 PM MON DEC 26 H 6:32 AM L 12:38 PM H 6:40 PM TUE DEC 27 L 12:39 AM H 7:15 AM L 1:21 PM H 7:24 PM WED DEC 28 L 1:21 AM H 7:56 AM L 2:03 PM H 8:05 PM THU DEC 29 L 2:02 AM H 8:34 AM L 2:43 PM H 8:43 PM FRI DEC 30 L 2:42 AM H 9:10 AM L 3:22 PM H 9:20 PM SAT DEC 31 L 3:22 AM H 9:46 AM L 4:01 PM H 9:58 PM

JANUARY SUN JAN 01 L 4:02 AM H 10:23 AM L 4:42 PM H 10:39 PM MON JAN 02 L 4:44 AM H 11:04 AM L 5:24 PM H 11:25 PM TUE JAN 03 L 5:29 AM H 11:52 AM L 6:09 PM WED JAN 04 H 12:18 AM L 6:20 AM H 12:45 PM L 7:00 PM THU JAN 05 H 1:15 AM L 7:19 AM H 1:43 PM L 7:57 PM FRI JAN 06 H 2:14 AM L 8:27 AM H 2:43 PM L 8:59 PM SAT JAN 07 H 3:16 AM L 9:37 AM H 3:45 PM L 10:02 PM SUN JAN 08 H 4:19 AM L 10:44 AM H 4:49 PM L 11:03 PM MON JAN 09 H 5:21 AM L 11:46 AM H 5:51 PM TUE JAN 10 L 12:01 AM H 6:22 AM L 12:44 PM H 6:51 PM WED JAN 11 L 12:57 AM H 7:19 AM L 1:39 PM H 7:47 PM THU JAN 12 L 1:51 AM H 8:12 AM L 2:31 PM H 8:39 PM FRI JAN 13 L 2:42 AM H 9:02 AM L 3:19 PM H 9:29 PM SAT JAN 14 L 3:32 AM H 9:50 AM L 4:05 PM H 10:19 PM SUN JAN 15 L 4:19 AM H 10:38 AM L 4:49 PM H 11:08 PM MON JAN 16 L 5:05 AM H 11:25 AM

L 5:32 PM H 11:59 PM TUE JAN 17 L 5:52 AM H 12:13 PM L 6:15 PM WED JAN 18 H 12:49 AM L 6:40 AM H 1:01 PM L 6:59 PM THU JAN 19 H 1:40 AM L 7:33 AM H 1:50 PM L 7:48 PM FRI JAN 20 H 2:30 AM L 8:31 AM H 2:40 PM L 8:41 PM SAT JAN 21 H 3:22 AM L 9:30 AM H 3:31 PM L 9:35 PM SUN JAN 22 H 4:14 AM L 10:26 AM H 4:24 PM L 10:29 PM MON JAN 23 H 5:07 AM L 11:18 AM H 5:17 PM L 11:19 PM TUE JAN 24 H 5:59 AM L 12:06 PM H 6:08 PM WED JAN 25 L 12:07 AM H 6:47 AM L 12:52 PM H 6:55 PM THU JAN 26 L 12:53 AM H 7:30 AM L 1:35 PM H 7:39 PM FRI JAN 27 L 1:37 AM H 8:10 AM L 2:17 PM H 8:19 PM SAT JAN 28 L 2:20 AM H 8:48 AM L 2:58 PM H 8:58 PM SUN JAN 29 L 3:03 AM H 9:26 AM L 3:38 PM H 9:37 PM MON JAN 30 L 3:45 AM H 10:04 AM L 4:19 PM H 10:19 PM TUE JAN 31 L 4:29 AM H 10:46 AM L 5:01 PM H 11:05 PM

FEBRUARY WED FEB 01 L 5:15 AM H 11:33 AM L 5:47 PM H 11:57 PM

THU FEB 16 H 12:06 AM L 6:03 AM H 12:20 PM L 6:12 PM

THU FEB 02 L 6:06 AM H 12:26 PM L 6:37 PM

FRI FEB 17 H 12:53 AM L 6:49 AM H 1:08 PM L 6:54 PM

FRI FEB 03 H 12:54 AM L 7:03 AM H 1:24 PM L 7:33 PM SAT FEB 04 H 1:54 AM L 8:09 AM H 2:25 PM L 8:36 PM SUN FEB 05 H 2:57 AM L 9:20 AM H 3:28 PM L 9:42 PM MON FEB 06 H 4:01 AM L 10:29 AM H 4:34 PM L 10:46 PM TUE FEB 07 H 5:06 AM L 11:32 AM H 5:38 PM L 11:46 PM WED FEB 08 H 6:09 AM L 12:29 PM H 6:38 PM THU FEB 09 L 12:43 AM H 7:05 AM L 1:22 PM H 7:33 PM FRI FEB 10 L 1:36 AM H 7:57 AM L 2:11 PM H 8:23 PM SAT FEB 11 L 2:26 AM H 8:44 AM L 2:57 PM H 9:09 PM SUN FEB 12 L 3:13 AM H 9:28 AM L 3:39 PM H 9:54 PM MON FEB 13 L 3:57 AM H 10:10 AM L 4:19 PM H 10:37 PM TUE FEB 14 L 4:39 AM H 10:52 AM L 4:57 PM H 11:21 PM

SAT FEB 18 H 1:43 AM L 7:40 AM H 1:57 PM L 7:44 PM SUN FEB 19 H 2:34 AM L 8:39 AM H 2:49 PM L 8:41 PM MON FEB 20 H 3:28 AM L 9:39 AM H 3:43 PM L 9:42 PM TUE FEB 21 H 4:24 AM L 10:36 AM H 4:38 PM L 10:40 PM WED FEB 22 H 5:20 AM L 11:29 AM H 5:32 PM L 11:34 PM THU FEB 23 H 6:12 AM L 12:17 PM H 6:23 PM FRI FEB 24 L 12:24 AM H 6:59 AM L 1:03 PM H 7:09 PM SAT FEB 25 L 1:12 AM H 7:42 AM L 1:47 PM H 7:53 PM SUN FEB 26 L 1:58 AM H 8:23 AM L 2:31 PM H 8:34 PM MON FEB 27 L 2:44 AM H 9:03 AM L 3:13 PM H 9:16 PM TUE FEB 28 L 3:29 AM H 9:45 AM L 3:56 PM H 10:00 PM

WED FEB 15 L 5:21 AM H 11:36 AM L 5:34 PM

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BIKING THE ISLAND

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BY TIM WATSON

hile the Island only measures about 12 miles long by 5 miles wide, visitors can enjoy nearly 60 miles of public pathways and nature trails accessible to all. In addition, there are close to 50 miles of paths behind the gates of private communities like Shipyard, Sea Pines, and Palmetto Dunes.

The flat terrain and the bike path system make it very easy to ride on the bike paths; however, many visitors find the best place to pedal is on the beach. Enjoy a bike ride on the hard-packed sand near the water line at low tide. It is great fun and it offers a spectacular view. You might even see some dolphins! There are miles of beautiful bike paths open to all waiting for you to explore.

RULES OF THE ROAD First and foremost, be a safe rider. Please pay attention to traffic lights, crosswalks, and stop signs. There are small stop signs posted for bicyclists’ safety on the pathways, and it is never safe to cross anywhere other than at a marked crosswalk.

Please lock your bike when not in use. As previously mentioned, bike rental companies usually provide bike locks at no additional cost.

Bike paths inside gated communities, or plantations, are restricted for use by residents and guests of that community.

If you do decide to ride on the beach, please do not ride in the water. The sea salt wreaks havoc on bikes and quickly damages the paint and moving parts. Please use fresh water to rinse off bikes that might have salt water on them.

VACATION TO REMEMBER Many vacationers feel that biking on Hilton Head is one of the factors that make our Island special. We hope that you will take advantage of our bike paths and bicycle vendors to make this vacation one to remember. 

FIND A MAP WITH ALL THE BIKE PATHS ON PAGE 8.

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Best bike Rides on Hilton Head Island 2

... AS SELECTED BY LOCAL BIKE EXPERTS RON KNIGHT AND FRANK BABEL

1. MOST SCENIC RIDE The boardwalk at Barker Field overlooking the marsh is simply amazing. If you’re on the south end, visit the “toe” of the island on the beach looking at the entrance to South Beach Marina.

You’ll see Harbour Town in the distance, Daufuskie Island dead ahead and the Atlantic to the left.

2. BEST BEACH TO CYCLE 1 3

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

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

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

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5. BEST EXERCISE The Bike Doctor’s organized rides provide a great workout; riders leave the shop on New Orleans Road at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

6. BEST PICNIC SPOT Jarvis Park, Chaplin Park and Coligny are great spots to picnic — as is, you know, the beach.

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The beach at sunset or sunrise is just right for those romantic moments.

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Coconut Bike Rentals. . . . . .

Forest Beach Surf & Cycle . . .

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Hilton Head Bicycle . . . . . .

Hilton Head Outfitters . . . . .

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Tennis Facilities of the Lowcountry PHOTOS BY ARNO DIMMLING

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ennis, like golf, is a year-round activity on Hilton Head Island and in Bluffton. One of the top 50 tennis destinations in the United States, the Lowcountry has the facilities and the competition to satisfy the most discriminating player. The area’s 20-plus tennis clubs offer more than 300 courts. Clay, grass and a variety of hard surfaces are available. Some residential developments have their own courts which may be used by guests staying in those developments. Players may access facilities on private plantations if they make arrangements to play. Ask for details when reserving your court time. 

TENNIS FACILITIES HILTON HEAD TENNIS CLUBS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC The following racquet clubs and tennis centers are open to the public.

Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center Palmetto Dunes Resort, 843-785-1152 Attractive courts, pro shop, full facilities 19 clay, 2 hard, 4 imitation grass courts, 2 lighted Port Royal Racquet Club Port Royal Plantation, 843-686-8803 Racquet club. Clay, hard or grass courts. Pro shop.

10 clay, 4 hard, 2 grass courts, 4 lit courts Sea Pines Racquet Club Sea Pines Resort, 843-363-4495 Tennis facility located in Harbour Town in Sea Pines. It offers a complete pro shop and instruction.

24 Har-Tru, 5 hard courts, 5 lighted Shipyard Racquet Club Shipyard Plantation, 843-686-8804

Adjacent to Sonesta Resort. Full complement of facilities and instruction. Call about their free weekly pro exhibitions much of the year.

14 clay, 6 hard courts, 8 lighted South Beach Racquet Club Sea Pines Resort, 843-671-2215 Located near South Beach Village. 11 clay courts, 2 lighted Van Der Meer Tennis Center 19 DeAllyon Road, 843-785-8388 Hilton Head’s largest facility. Full complement of facilities, instruction.

21 hard, 11 clay courts, 8 lighted HILTON HEAD PUBLIC TENNIS COURTS The Island Recreation Association maintains the Town of Hilton Head’s public tennis courts. Play is on a firstcome, first-serve basis. There is no fee.

In the event that courts are being used for team play and/or lessons, signs are posted directing players to other locations. Call 843-681-7273 for more information.

The locations of the courts: • Chaplin Community Park, Singleton Beach Road, 4 courts, lighted • Cordillo Courts, Cordillo Parkway, 4 courts, lit.

• Fairfield Square, Adrianna Lane, 2 courts • Hilton Head High School, School Road, 6 courts • Hilton Head Middle School, Wilborn Road, 4 courts BLUFFTON PUBLIC TENNIS COURTS Bobcat Public Tennis Center The Bobcat Public Tennis Center is located at 12 McCracken Circle in Bluffton. It has four outdoor courts that are not lighted.

Bluffton Recreation Center The Bluffton Recreation Center is located at 61 Ulmer Road in Bluffton. There are two hard surface courts that are located in the park. For more information, call 843-757-1503.

Tennis Club of the Lowcountry Conveniently located in the heart of Bluffton, Tennisclub of the Low Country at Rose Hill provides the latest in tennis instruction, as well as tennis programs with a personal touch you just won’t find anywhere else. 843 271-6401

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18th at Harbour Town Golf Links, Sea Pines Resort

16th at George Fazio Course, Palmetto Dunes

Old eld Golf Club, Okatie SC

6th at Oyster Reef Golf Club, Hilton Head Plantation

LLOYD WAINSCOTT

A Destination for Golf S

BY TIM WATSON

ince 1969 when the PGA Tour first visited Hilton Head Island, it has been hard to think of Hilton Head Island without thinking also of golf. The RBC Heritage has been a veritable who’s who of golfing immortals. Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Johnny Miller, Greg Norman, Davis Love III and many other golf luminaries have had their names etched on the champion’s trophy and received the now famous plaid jacket associated with the victory. The world-renowned Harbour Town Golf Links is open to the public and with a little advance planning you too can play the course your heroes play.

Not quite ready for the PGA Tour?

That’s fine as well with over 20 public courses on Hilton Head and immediately off-island in Bluffton, there’s a track that will fit you like a glove.

Forgot your clubs? All of the local courses offer great rental and demo programs. Don’t forget to ask for demo clubs; sometimes they are the latest and greatest but beware — you might shoot the round of your life and feel like taking them home with you. Winter, spring, summer or fall; Hilton Head Island golf is world class and you will have a great day on the links. 

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PUBLIC GOLF COURSES COUNTRY CLUB OF HILTON HEAD 70 Skull Creek Drive, Hilton Head Island hiltonheadclub.com 843-681-4653 CRESCENT POINTE GOLF CLUB 1 Crescent Pointe, Bluffton crescentpointegolf.com 843-706-2600 EAGLE’S POINTE GOLF CLUB 1 Eagle’s Pointe, Bluffton eaglespointegolf.com 843-757-5900 GOLDEN BEAR AT INDIGO RUN 100 Indigo Run Drive, Hilton Head Island www.clubcorp.com/Clubs/Golden-BearGolf-Club-at-Indigo-Run 843-689-2200 HARBOUR TOWN GOLF LINKS 11 Lighthouse Lane, Hilton Head Island seapinesgolf.com 843-363-8385 HERON POINT BY PETE DYE 100 N. Sea Pines Drive, Hilton Head Island seapinesgolf.com 843-842-1477.

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

PALMETTO HALL ARTHUR HILLS 108 Fort Howell Drive, Hilton Head Island palmettohallgolf.com 843-342-2582 PALMETTO HALL ROBERT CUPP 108 Fort Howell Drive, Hilton Head Island palmettohallgolf.com 843-342-2582 PINECREST GOLF CLUB 1 Pinecrest Way, Bluffton pinecrestsc.com 843-757-8960 PORT ROYAL PLANTER’S ROW 10 Clubhouse Drive, Hilton Head Island portroyalgolfclub.com 843-681-1700

PORT ROYAL BARONY 10 Clubhouse Drive, Hilton Head Island portroyalgolfclub.com 843-681-1700 PORT ROYAL ROBBER’S ROW 10 Clubhouse Drive, Hilton Head Island portroyalgolfclub.com 843-681-1700

ISLAND WEST GOLF CLUB 40 Island West Drive, Bluffton islandwestgolf.net 843-815-6660

ROSE HILL GOLF CLUB 4 Clubhouse Drive, Bluffton golfrosehill.com 843-757-9030

OLD SOUTH GOLF LINKS 50 Buckingham Plantation Drive, Bluffton oldsouthgolf.com 843-785-5353

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

OYSTER REEF GOLF CLUB 155 High Bluff Road, Hilton Head Island oysterreefgolfclub.com 843-681-1764 PALMETTO DUNES ARTHUR HILLS 2 Leamington Lane, Hilton Head Island palmettodunes.com 843-785-1138 PALMETTO DUNES GEORGE FAZIO 2 Carnoustie, Hilton Head Island palmettodunes.com 843-785-1138 PALMETTO DUNES ROBERT TRENT JONES OCEANFRONT COURSE 7 Trent Jones Lane, Hilton Head Island palmettodunes.com 843-785-1138

OCEAN COURSE 100 N. Sea Pines Drive, Hilton Head Island seapinesgolf.com 843-842-1477 SUN CITY - ARGENT LAKES 1291 Sergeant William Jasper Blvd.

843-645-0507 SUN CITY - HIDDEN CYPRESS 672 Cypress Hills Drive, Bluffton 843-705-4999 SUN CITY - OKATIE CREEK 60 Sun City Club Lane, Bluffton 843-705-4653

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GET ON THE

Crabber J II

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BY DEAN ROWLAND AND ZACH VAN HART | PHOTOS BY ARNO DIMMLING

es, “water, water every where…nor any drop to drink” as Coleridge wrote 215 years ago in the “Rime of the Ancient Mariner,” but we don’t care about drinking water as long as we can also enjoy it by boating, sailing, paddleboarding, kayaking, charter boating and everything else.

For locals and tourists alike, the creeks, rivers, sounds, ocean, lagoons, ponds, salt marshes, wetlands and maritime forests with their abundant wildlife provide a bounty of outdoor adventures for everyone of all ages.

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

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

nature walk through the marsh.”

With the abundance of accessible inlets, rivers and lagoons in the area, kayaking is an exotic yet practical exercise. But it remains unchartered territory for many locals and tourists. For those willing to try, here are some basic expectations and recommendations.

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

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

When entering and exiting a kayak, a safe and convenient location is a boat ramp. Place the kayak parallel to the edge of the ramp and step sideways in and out of the kayak.

Kayak paddles, unlike canoe prototypes,

have blades on both ends. Once in the water, grip the paddle with your arms slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

Then alternate strokes from side to side, forming an imaginary figure eight.

From there, one can kayak for leisure, or turn an afternoon into vigorous exercise.

It’s much like deciding whether to walk, jog or run intervals, only on the water. The harder you paddle, the more strenuous the workout.

Depending on the location, expect to encounter marine wildlife. In this area, dolphins are aplenty and may come within feet of your kayak. Manatees, river otters and various fish reside here, too. Many local companies that rent kayaks also have guided eco-tours and dolphin tours.

Check in with a local outfitter for dolphin and nature boat cruises, fishing and sailboat charters, kayaking, kiteboarding, crabbing, parasailing, waterskiing, tubing, wakeboarding, kneeboarding, jet skiing and power boating.

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Captain Mark’s Dolphin Cruises DEPARTING FROM SHELTER COVE HARBOUR Attention Families!

Check our Prices

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$9

OUR RATES ARE GREAT! PLEASE CALL! Infants to age two are free.

All calm water • Reservations not necessary. • 1 hr. 45 minute narrated cruise features over 45 points of interest including: • Bottle-nosed dolphins • Long Cove Club • Salt Water Marshlands • Wexford Plantation • Cross Island Expressway • Spanish Wells • Tides • Spectacular Homes • Buck Island • Statue of Liberty • Harbour Town • Daufuskie Island • Wading Birds

Children

The 80’ double deck cruise ship “Holiday” departs from Dock C at Shelter Cove Harbour, Business Hwy 278 across from Palmetto Dunes Resort

Captain Mark’s Dolphin Cruise • 843-785-4558

DAYTIME DOLPHIN WATCH CRUISE SEP 1-22, MON THRU FRI AT 11:00 & 2:00 SAT AT 11:00 SEP 23-26, CLOSED SEP 27-OCT 29, MON THRU FRI AT 11:00 & 2:00 SAT AT 11:00 NOV 1-11, TUE THRU SAT AT 2:00 NOV 12 - 16, CLOSED NOV 17-DEC 3, TUE THRU SAT AT 2:00 DEC 4-25, CLOSED DEC 26-31, DAILY AT 2:00

ADULT $18 • CHILD (3-12) $9 No Reservations, Cash Only

SUNSET DOLPHIN WATCH CRUISE SEP 1-10, MON THRU SAT AT 6:30 SEP 12-22, MON THRU SAT AT 6:00 SEP 23-26, CLOSED SEP 27-OCT 8, MON THRU SAT AT 5:45 OCT 10-22, MON THRU SAT AT 5:30

ADULT $20 • CHILD (3-12) $10

Except on Fireworks Night No Reservations, Cash Only

Dolphin cruises are 1 hour, 45 minutes in duration

SUNSET DOLPHIN WATCH There is nothing better than a Southern sunset. No wait … we take that back. What we meant to say was that there is nothing better than watching a Southern sunset from our boat, the “Holiday.” Enjoy all the sights of Hilton Head’s waterways and marshes including, Atlantic bottle-nose dolphin, sea birds, private plantations, Daufuskie Island, and the famous Harbour Town lighthouse, with the added bonus of Mother Nature’s most beautiful (and magical) time of day. The colors will take your breath away! Fully narrated by your captain, our Dolphin Watch Sunset Cruise will be the highlight of your vacation. Don’t forget your camera!

ADULT $20 • CHILD (3-12) $10 No Reservations • Cash Only

GO CRABBING ON THE CRABBER J II They laughed when I said I was going with the kids to catch some crabs. They are not laughing anymore. What we did was make reservations on the sport crabbing boat Crabber J II which departs out of Shelter Cove Harbour. Once everyone was on board, the Crabby crew untied the lines and we motored out to the calm waters of Broad Creek. Along the way we saw two dolphins playing. We anchored in the shallow water right next to the salt marsh and everyone fished for blue crabs. It was a lot of fun. The crabby crew kept score and a girl from Cincinnati won the world famous Crabber J II T-shirt cause she caught the most crabs. Please call for current prices.

CALL (843) 422-5110 FOR SCHEDULE AND RESERVATIONS

All calm water. Convenient mid-island location. Just 10 minutes from anywhere.

No security gate. No gate fee. Plenty of free parking. Stay all day. All trips weather permitting & subject to minimum number of passengers. All cruises depart from dock C, Shelter Cove Harbour.

Purchase tickets on the dock at the boat.

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WATER DIRECTORY BOATING, CRUISING, SAILING KAYAK BROAD CREEK

This seven-mile saltwater river is the heart of Hilton Head Island and is the prime place to spot water birds such as egrets, pelicans, blue herons and sandpipers.

You will often see dolphin or watermen harvesting crabs the traditional way. All three public marinas on Broad Creek offer rentals. If you bring your own kayak, a good launching point is the boat landing next to Old Oyster Factory. Be sure to keep an eye on the tide. You don’t want to get stuck on the razor-sharp oyster beds. Go against the tide on your way out and ride it back in.

SPOT A DOLPHIN In Orlando, you’ll pay $80 to watch the world’s saddest dolphins mull about their depressing enclosures. You can see them free here, frolicking in their natural habitat. More than 200 live here full-time and many more are migratory.

A good place to spot them is on the island’s southern tip, where Calibogue Sound meets the Atlantic Ocean. You can get even closer by renting a boat or booking a nature tour for around $25 an hour.

RENT A BOAT If you didn’t bring a boat, you can rent one by the hour or by the day. Rentals of all sizes are available all year, allowing you to explore our numerous waterways at your own pace. Visit Daufuskie Island or find the infamous May River sandbar (aka Redneck Riviera), where folks from all walks of life gather to party. The sandbar appears once a day on receding tides and can only be reached by boat.

LEARN TO SKIMBOARD The surfboards only come out when a storm is coming or going. Our waves may be wimpy for hanging 10, but they’re perfect for the popular and extremely dangerous sport of skimboarding. Unlike surfing, skimboarding begins on the beach by dropping the board onto the thin wash of previous waves. Skimboarders use their momentum to skim out to breaking waves, which they catch back into shore in a manner similar to surfing. The end result is usually a faceplant.

STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD Get a new perspective on Hilton Head – standing right there in the water. It requires all kinds of balance, and you may take a tumble or two into the drink, but trust us — it’s easier than you think, and you can do it.

FLY HIGH WITH A JETPACK Maybe the coolest water adventure is HHI Jetpack.

The business operates out of Shelter Cove Marina. The water propels you forward while you’re completely weightless in the air. First time pilots experience the thrill of flight while your certified instructor controls the throttle remotely. It’s the ultimate water toy. 

Advanced Sail ................................ 843-686-2582 Adventure Cruises.......................... 843-785-4558 BackWater Adventure..................... 843-300-8556 Bluffton Marine Sports & Supply.... 843-757-7593 Bottomline Yacht Charters . ........... 843-304-2976 Broad Creek Marina....................... 843-681-3625 Capt. Hook Party Boat.................... 843-785-1700 Cheers Charters.............................. 843-671-1800 Commander Zodiac........................ 843-671-3344 Dolphin & Nature Cruise................ 843-681-2522 Dolphin Discoveries....................... 843-684-1911 Dolphin Safaris............................... 843-785-2345 Drifter Excursions........................... 843-363-2900 Enjoy Daufuskie Tours.................... 843-342-8687 H20 Sports..................................... 843-671-4386 Hilton Head By Boat....................... 843-304-3847 Hilton Head Outfitter .................... 843-686-9097 Island Explorer............................... 843-785-2100 Island Times Charters..................... 843-261-2410 Low Country Nature Tours.............. 843-683-0187 MarshGrass Adventures................. 843-684-3296 Monty Jett Cruises.......................... 843-415-2798 One HHI......................................... 843-888-9899 Outside Hilton Head...................... 843-686-6996 Pau Hana & Flying Circus............... 843-686-2582 Pirates of Hilton Head (Sea Pines). 843-363-7000 Pirates of HHI (Palmetto Bay)......... 843-415-8400 Sea Pines Eco Tours........................ 843-842-1979

KAYAK, CANOE, WATERSPORTS RENTALS Bluffton Marine Sports & Supply.... 843-757-7593 Palmetto Bay Water Sports............. 843-785-2345 Island Water Sports........................ 843-671-7007 Kayak Hilton Head......................... 843-684-1910 Kwake Watersports......................... 843-422-7830 Hilton Head Outfitter .................... 843-686-9097 H20 Sports..................................... 843-671-4386 Island Head Watersports ............... 843-686-4386 One HHI......................................... 843-888-9899 Outside Hilton Head...................... 843-686-6996 Jarvis Creek Water Sports............... 843-681-9260 Water-Dog Outfitter ...................... 843-686-3554

MARINAS Broad Creek Marina....................... 843-681-3625 Harbour Town Yacht Basin............. 866-561-8802 Hilton Head Boathouse.................. 843-681-2628 Palmetto Bay Marina...................... 843-785-3910 South Beach Marina....................... 843-671-6699 Shelter Cove Marina....................... 843-842-7001

PARASAILING H20 Sports..................................... 843-671-4386 Island Head Watersports ............... 843-686-4386 Parasail Hilton Head...................... 843-686-2200 Sky Pirate........................................ 843-842-2566

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Bloody Point

Freeport Marina

Guided Tours Bloody Point consists of the Silverdew winery & the bloody point Lighhouse, both on the grounds of an interpretive living plantation. The original brick buildings served as store houses for wicks, glass globes, fuel, pulley systems and different colored weather signals that sat atop the two ninety foot directional spires for the lighthouse.

The combination served as a range light system, guiding and protecting marine craft approaching and deporting the port of Savannah and the immediate area.

Your first stop on Daufuskie Island is Freeport Marina! Here you will find our general store offering a collection of photos, books, and a collection of Daufuskie Island memorabilia. Enjoy a cool drink and the freshest seafood in the Lowcountry at the Old Daufuskie Crab Company.

This unique Island treat features a variety of delicious entrees set against the backdrop of Daufuskie’s magnificent Island sunset. Dine on the freshest shrimp, oysters, fish, and all the ‘fixin’s. You can even shuck your own oysters right off the roasting pit. This is “down home good eat’n”. Are you looking to stay the night?

Freeport Marina also offers eclectic Island cabins which sleep up to 8 adults.

Calibogue Cruises offers various adventures for the entire family. You can choose to hop aboard a golf cart for your own selfguided exploration through Daufuskie Island’s historic district, beautiful isolated beaches, and unique art galleries. Another great tour is the historic guided bus tour. A knowledgeable local guide will delight you with fascinating stories of Daufuskie’s past and provide the latest news on modern day Island events.

Along this 3 hour tour, you will visit over a dozen historical points as you step back in time to learn about Daufuskie life during wartime and the culture of Gullah. See the reverse side map for a directory of historical points.

Upon the decommission of the light, the assistant keeper, Arthur “Pappy” Burn applied for and was granted the very first winery license for the state of South Carolina! The “winery” was now the aging venue for the Scuppernong, Mango, Fig, and various fruits for the productions of Daufuskie’s “Silver Dew Winery” The original lighthouse sat upon the beach, but after surviving the worst earthquake and hurricane win South Carolina history, was placed in it’s present location by oxen and timbered logs. It has been both lighthouse and private residences, now serving as a museum and events centers for dinners, weddings, and island events. Active crops being grown are Carolina Gold Rice, Sea Iland Cotton, Indigo, and a Grape Vineyard. Rest Areas and a gift shop are also on site.

Call for Reservations 843.342.8687 www.enjoydaufuskie.com

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GETTING TO DAUFUSKIE JUST GOT EASIER New ferry service offers four round-trip rides each day Getting to and from Daufuskie Island takes some patience and planning if you don’t have your own boat. BY DON MCLOUD

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ut a new contract between Beaufort County, a private Daufuskie community and a Hilton Head Island marina should make it easier to hitch a ride across Calibogue Sound.

Daufuskie residents and resort owners have long clamored for expanded ferry services to and from Hilton Head.

The $370,000 contract approved in June does just that. Round-trip rides will be offered four times a day, seven days a week, between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. An additional one-way run will leave Hilton Head each night at 11:30.

For the Pelorus Group, a Utah-based real estate investment firm that recently purchased the Palmetto Bay Marina on Hilton Head, the new service marks the

final phase of its effort to revive Daufuskie’s Melrose on the Beach resort, which it rescued from bankruptcy four years ago. The firm also sees the service as lending an economic boost to the entire island.

“Over the last four years of establishing Melrose, it’s become clear what the fundamental issue is for Daufuskie, and we know this is the answer,” says Brent Hall, a Pelorus partner. “There needs to be island-wide transportation for all residents, visitors, guests, etc. It’s been the missing piece for the success of the island for a long-term strategy.”

THE MISSING LINK For years, Daufuskie residents have relied on J&W Corp. of Greenwood for

ferry service. Its owner, Wick Scurry, has provided transportation between the two islands since the 1970s, but this year, he decided to withdraw his bid for the county’s ferry service contract.

Scurry says his company, Enjoy Daufuskie Island, will continue to provide ferry service between Broad Creek Marina on Hilton Head and Freeport Marina on Daufuskie, with tourists making up the bulk of his customer base. He says he is seeing a 20 percent increase in business each year and says letting the county contract go won’t have much impact on his bottom line. He estimates that during summer, he carries 200 to 250 passengers a day, with round-trip tickets starting at $34. Those tourists also visit his marina, restaurant, museum, winery, general store and other attractions on the island.

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WATER ■ “Most people don’t think very many people go to Daufuskie, but they do,” he says.

Several other businesses provide reservation-only boat trips to Daufuskie — with round-trip prices starting at $45. They also report having a busy summer.

H2O Sports runs 12-passenger Zodiac hard-bottom boats between Harbour Town and Daufuskie each day. Many of the riders take day tours or play golf. Outside Hilton Head also provides various shuttles and tours.

May River Excursions offers a mainland link, with Carolina Skiffs holding up to 12 passengers launching from the Calhoun Street dock in Bluffton.

And the private Bloody Point community has a water taxi that launches from The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa. Scurry says he has also seen a growing trend of Daufuskie visitors using their own boats to get to and from the island. He says he’s added 3,000 feet of dock space at his Freeport Marina in the past few years and needs to add more for visiting boaters.

“We used to have to bring the tourists over there ourselves, and now we don’t,” he says. “They come themselves, which is wonderful.”

But when it comes to residents, resort guests and workers getting to and from the island, many have been telling Beaufort County Council members for years that they feel abandoned.

The former ferry contract did not provide enough trips to and from the island, they said.

The infrequent service also made it difficult for the Melrose resort to attract the guests and investment it and the island need, according to Pelorus officials So Pelorus went searching for a transportation solution, and it believes it has found it through a partnership with Haig Point, a private Daufuskie Island community, and the purchase of Palmetto Bay Marina.

“This is a big piece we’ve been working hard for, with a lot of money and energy and time,” Hall says. “… It’s a key fundamental for economic success and to attract investment and financing that’s important to ourselves as well as others.”

A LENGTHY SEARCH ENDS Hall says Pelorus spent more than a year seeking a launching point for a ferry before buying the Palmetto Bay Marina property.

Until now, the ferry has served only Haig Point residents and guests, and it transports Daufuskie children to and from school through a contract with the Beaufort County School District.

Under the county contract approved in June, Haig Point’s ferries will serve all Daufuskie residents, Hall says. The public can also purchase rides.

In July, soon after the county contract was approved, Pelorus was fine-tuning the details, Hall said, but he expected the service to be in operation in August. Ticket costs for the general public had not been finalized and work was underway on setting up a reservations system. Parking spaces will be added at Palmetto Bay Marina.

Hall says the new ferry service is heading into its first phase, and more boats and embarkation points will come on board over time.

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â– FAMILY FUN

Family Fun Lawton Stables

BY CHRIS K ATON PHOTOS BY ARNO DIMMLING

Blessed with natural beauty, white sandy beaches and temperate climate, Hilton Head Island has earned a reputation as one of the most family friendly vacation destinations in the United States.

Shelter Cove Community Park

At

the top of many must-visit lists is a climb to the summit of the iconic lighthouse in Harbourtown.

Visitors will learn about the island’s rich natural history and are rewarded for their climb with spectacular views of Harbourtown Golf Links, Harbourtown Yacht Basin and Calibogue Sound.

Active families enjoy eco-kayak or stand-up paddle boarding tours through salt marsh estuaries, where naturalists and photographers have frequent sightings of bald eagles, hawks and osprey.

Thrill seekers will enjoy a visit to ZipLine Hilton Head for an adventuresome canopy tour. Dolphin sightseeing tours, sailing trips, parasailing, waterskiing and tubing are especially popular.

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Station 300 Harbour Town Lighthouse

Bike the beach

A custom pirate ship is outfi ted for a pirate adventure tour. Sport fishing charters, night shark trips and a catamaran sunset cruise are also available.

A boat trip to Daufuskie Island offers a glimpse of what other sea islands were like before bridges and causeways opened them to development. Most native residents of the island are descendants of freed slaves, who have made their living oystering and fishing for decades.

Family-oriented singer, songwriter Gregg Russell can be found performing beneath the famous Liberty Tree six nights per week throughout the summer season.

At Lawton Stables a guided trail ride through the scenic Sea Pines Forest Preserve is offered. Young children will treasure a visit with Callie, the island’s pet deer.

A visit to Coligny Beach is an open invitation for people watching, where the flip-flop-tappin rhythm of steel drums and Jimmy Buffet songs set a casual mood.

Jennifer Moscar of Atlanta, formerly of Bluffton, took photographs of chocolate ice cream mustaches on her two young

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Pirate’s Island Adventure Golf

The Sandbox

children as they splashed and danced through the water spouts in the Coligny Beach Fountains.

Thousands of family’s annually enjoy Harbourfest at Shelter Cove, where Shannon Tanner has entertained audiences for the past 25 years. Live entertainment, bouncy houses, food, arts and crafts, and a Tuesday evening fireworks display are featured.

For the Freeland family of Rochester, New York, an afternoon at Islander’s Beach was an opportunity to construct an elaborate sand castle of a giant alligator, drawing admiration from a family of four on Fat Tire bicycles out for an evening ride along the shore.

Many families also enjoy championship caliber golf, tennis, cycling and miniature golf.

Others relax during a game of bocce or kite flying. A children’s museum, video arcade, bowling alley and several movie theaters are also available. 

FAMILY ACTIVITIES ZipLine Hilton Head

Pirates of Hilton Head

Adventure Cove ............................. 843-842-9990 Adventure Cruises ......................... 843-785-4558 Aerial Adventures .......................... 843-682-6000 Art Café .......................................... 843-785-5525 Calibogue Cruises/Enjoy Daufuskie843-342-8687 Coastal Discovery Museum ........... 843-689-6767 Dolphin & Nature Cruises.............. 843-681-2522 Harbour Town Lighthouse ............. 843-671-2810 Island Recreation........................... 843-681-7273 Hilton Head Outfitters ................... 843-686-9097 IDEA Studio ................................... 843-342-5439 Island Playground ......................... 843-837-8383 Legendary Golf .............................. 843-686-3399 Kayak Hilton Head......................... 843-684-1910 Lawton Stables .............................. 843-671-2586 Main Street Youth Theatre............. 843-689-6246 Move & Motion.............................. 843-681-6683 Outside Hilton Head ..................... 843-686-6996 Pirates of Hilton Head ................... 843-363-7000 Pirate’s Island Adventure Golf ....... 843-686-4001 Station 300 .................................... 843-815-2695 The Sandbox .................................. 843-842-7645 ZipLine Hilton Head ...................... 843-682-6000

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■ FISHING

FISHING ■

SOME OF THE BEST

fishing ON THE

EAST COAST FISHING DIRECTORY BAIT, TACKLE SHOPS Blue Water Bait & Tackle ...............

Bluffton Marine Sports & Supply...

Coligny Truevalue Hardware .........

Hilton Head Boathouse .................

Lowcountry Outfitters ....................

Mid-Island Bait & Tackle ................

Palmetto Bay Water Sports............

Shelter Cove Harbour ....................

South Beach Sport Fishing ............

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FISHING CHARTERS Broad Creek Marina ......................

Bulldog Fishing Charters...............

Capt. Hook Party Boat ...................

Dolphin Discoveries ......................

Drifter Excursions ..........................

Fishin’ Coach Charters ...................

Hilton Head Outfitters ...................

Island Marine ................................

Live Oac .........................................

Lowcountry Charter Fishing...........

Off The Hook Fishing ....................

Outside Hilton Head .....................

Papa Bear Charters ........................

Runaway Fishing Charters .............

Sea Wolf Charters ..........................

Shelter Cove Marina ......................

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fish fi y r t n u o c w o L e h t f o

cobia

sheepshead

spotted sea trout

scamp grouper

bull redfish

big bull mahi

amberjack

flounder

tripletail

red snapper

trigger fish

gag grouper

vermillion snapper

black fin tuna

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wahoo

mahi mahi

Fishing rules and regulations OCEAN FISHING

black sea bass

Beach, tidal creeks, docks, & piers  You need a license for those over 16 years old – non-resident license $11 for 14 days; resident license $5  Do not fish in designated swimming areas.  You are not to fish for sharks but if you happen to hook one you are expected to release it.

Commercial fishing boats  Commercial boats already have a license.

Private Boats  Need a license and can be purchased for $11 for a three day non-resident.

tarpon

FRESHWATER FISHING

king mackerel

big amberjack

spanish mackerel

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redfish

Some lakes and lagoons hold fresh water – or brackish water: To fish outside of plantations or private property one must be 16 years old and have a State fishing license. For a non-resident you can purchase a seven-day pass for $11.

Plantations: You do not need a license but must follow plantations guidelines.  Sea Pines: must be a resident or guest and need a permit from CSA, available at security office.  Shipyard: must be a resident or guest but no license is needed and there are no restrictions.  Palmetto Dunes: must be a resident or guest and only allowed on the banks of the lagoon crossed by the Queen’s Folly bridge.

Where can you buy S.C. fishing licenses?  True Value Hardware in Coligny Plaza  Wal Mart at Festival Center.

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earching for a unique Lowcountry treasure?

It can be found at one of the many unique and eclectic shops of Hilton Head Island and Bluffton. Shopping is a favorite activity here, with more than 200 outlet shops, six marina villages, numerous boutiques and many popular retail chains.

Spend some time exploring and you will find something special. We truly have something for everyone.

THE SOUTH END Coligny Plaza (One North Forest Beach Drive): The south end of the island is the heart of the vacation area. The very first shopping center on the island and a perennial favorite is Coligny Plaza at the intersection of Pope Avenue and North Forest Beach. Considered Hilton Head’s “downtown” there are more than 60 stores, 15 restaurants and a unique movie theatre that shows mostly independent films. Candy, T-shirts, and great apparel are there along with groceries, restaurants and a hardware store.

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

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

South Beach Marina Village (232 South Sea Pines Drive): Located at the southern tip of Hilton Head Island, this unique shopping center has a quaint New England feel to it. It is home to seven shops, including the popular Salty Dog T-Shirt Factory. On most days you can also enjoy live entertainment.

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

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

The Plaza at Shelter Cove (50 Shelter Cove Lane): This shopping center is home to many locally-owned landmarks, including Outside Hilton Head. It is also home to medical and real estate professionals, a nail salon, a liquor store and features popular national chains such as TJ Maxx and Whole Foods.

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

It is a joint venture between Blanchard & Calhoun Commercial and Kroger Real Estate.

NORTH END Sea Turtle Marketplace (formerly Pineland Station) (430 William Hilton Parkway): Located at the intersection of William Hilton Parkway and Mathews Drive, this shopping center is currenty under construction. The only stores still open are Steinmart and Starbucks.

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

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

BLUFFTON Belfair Town Village (71 Towne Drive): A 35-acre mixedused development containing a 56,000 square foot Kroger Supermarket, bank and office buildings, shops and popular restaurants such as Truffles and Chow Daddy’s. It was developed with an eye toward a Lowcountry architectural style that dramatically sets it apart from all other retail developments in the market.

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

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

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

Old Town (Calhoun and Promenade streets): Comprised of one-square mile, Old Town Bluffton includes Calhoun Street, which runs from scenic Highway 46 to the May River, and the newly built, but looks old, Promenade. This is a fun and interesting area to shop.

Calhoun Street is home to the Bluffton Farmer’s Market, where you can find beautiful produce and locally made goods. 

SHOPPING CENTERS - HILTON HEAD

SHOPPING CENTERS - BLUFFTON

Beach Market................................. 2 North Forest Beach Drive Bridge Shops.................................. 24 Palmetto Bay Road Circle Center, HHI........................... 70 Pope Avenue Coligny Plaza.................................. 1 North Forest Beach Drive Crossroads Shopping Center.......... 40 Palmetto Bay Road Festival Center................................ 45 Pembroke Drive Fountain Center............................. 55 New Orleans Road Fresh Market Shoppes.................... 890 William Hilton Parkway Gallery of Shops............................. 14 Greenwood Drive Harbour Town................................. 149 Lighthouse Road Heritage Plaza................................ 81 Pope Avenue Hilton Head Plaza........................... 7 Greenwood Drive Island Crossings Shopping Center. 11 Palmetto Bay Road Main Street Village......................... 1411 Main Street Northridge Plaza............................ 435 William Hilton Parkway Orleans Plaza.................................. 37 New Orleans Road Palmetto Bay Marina...................... 86 Helmsman Way Park Plaza....................................... 33 Office Park Road Plantation Center........................... 807 William Hilton Parkway Port Royal Plaza.............................. 95 Matthews Drive Sea Pines Center............................ 71 Lighthouse Road Shelter Cove Harbour..................... Harbourside Lane Shelter Cove Plaza.......................... 32 Shelter Cove Lane Shelter Cove Towne Centre............ 40 Shelter Cove Lane Shipyard Galleria............................ 1 New Orleans Road South Beach Marina Village........... 232 South Sea Pines Drive South Island Square....................... 841 William Hilton Parkway Village at Wexford.......................... 1000 William Hilton Parkway Village Exchange............................ 32 Palmetto Bay Road

Belfair Town Village........................ 71 Towne Drive Berkeley Place................................ 102 Buckwalter Parkway Bluffton Commons at Belfair.......... 20 Baylor Drive Bridge Center................................. 1540 Fording Island Road Kitty’s Crossing............................... 1008 Fording Island Road Moss Creek Village......................... 1533 Fording Island Road Old Town Bluffton.......................... Calhoun Street The Promenade.............................. Promenade Street Tanger Factory Outlet I................... 1270 Fording Island Road Tanger Factory Outlet II.................. 1414 Fording Island Road

Old Town Bluffton Promenade Area

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Art League of Hilton Head ................................ 843-681-5060 Arts Center of Coastal Carolina ......................... 843-686-3945 Camellia Art ...................................................... 843-785-3535 Endangered Arts ............................................... 843-785-5075 Fastframe ......................................................... 843-342-7696 Four Corners Art Gallery - Bluffton ................... 843-757-8185 Gullah Sweetgrass Basket Gallery .................... 843-304-4178 J Costello Gallery.............................................. 843-686-6550 Jacob Preston Pottery - Bluffton ....................... 843-757-3084 Karis Art Gallery ................................................ 843-785-5100 May River Gallery – Bluffton ............................. 843-757-2633 Red Piano/Morris & Whiteside Galleries .......... 843-842-4433 Old Town Vintage Posters – Bluffton ................ 843-837-3311 Picture This Gallery ........................................... 843-842-5299 Pink House Gallery ........................................... 843-681-5169 Pluff Mudd Art – Bluffton ................................. 843-757-5590 Smith Galleries ................................................. 843-842-2280 Society of Bluffton Artists ................................. 843-757-6586

PHOENIX FEATHER PHOTOGRAPHY

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Arts Center of Coastal Carolina

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THEATRE/ORCHESTRA Arts Center of Coastal Carolina ......................... 843-686-3945 Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra.................... 843-842-2055 Main Street Youth Theatre................................ 843-689-6246 May River Theatre Co. - Bluffton ....................... 843-815-5581 South Carolina Repertory Company ................. 843-342-2057

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Coastal Discovery Museum .............................. 843-689-6767 Gullah Museum................................................ 843-681-3254 Heyward House – Bluffton................................ 843-757-6293 The Sandbox .................................................... 843-842-7645

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CONCERT SCHEDULE GALA OPENING NIGHT WITH GARRICK OHLSSON Monday, Oct. 10, 2016 • 7:30PM (One Night Only)

VIVA ESPAÑA! Sunday, Nov. 13, 2016 • 4PM & Monday, Nov. 14, 2016 • 8PM HOLIDAY POPS! Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016 • 4PM & Monday, Dec. 12, 2016 • 8PM SAINT-SAËNS ORGAN SYMPHONY Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017 • 4PM & Monday, Jan. 16, 2017 • 8PM TCHAIKOVSKY FOURTH SYMPHONY Sunday, Jan. 29, 2017 • 4PM & Monday, Jan.30, 2017 • 8PM LOWCOUNTRY POPS! A GULLAH CELEBRATION Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017 • 4PM & Monday, Feb. 20, 2017 • 8PM MENDELSSOHN “ITALIAN” SYMPHONY Sunday, Mar. 26, 2017 • 4PM & Monday, Mar. 27, 2017 • 8PM BRAHMS A GERMAN REQUIEM Sunday, Apr. 23, 2017 • 4PM & Monday, Apr. 24, 2017 • 8PM BEETHOVEN SEVENTH SYMPHONY Sunday, May 7, 2017 • 4PM & Monday, May 8, 2017 • 8PM SINGLE TICKETS $30, $45 & $55

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Season subscriptions are being mailed to former subscribers. If you’re not a former subscriber and want a season brochure mailed to you, call the office at 843-842-2055. Tickets for individual performances are available after Sept. 1. All concerts held at First Presbyterian Church on William Hilton Pkwy.

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onsider the typical visitor, on the island for a quick getaway and often intent on chasing golf balls, surviving beach bike rambles and maybe savoring an evening libation or two listening to Jimmy Buffett cover tunes at some torch-lighted island eatery.

Cool. We can do that. And very well, thank you.

But, as so many can attest, today’s tourist often becomes tomorrow’s year-round resident, and once they get past “Margaritaville,” they’ll discover local musicians playing original rock, blues and electronic dance music in venues that are off the beaten path and bear no artistic connection to Mr. B or the hormone-fueled Barmuda Triangle.

World-class musicians work nightly at the Jazz Corner, serving up swing, trad-jazz standards and rhythm & blues for more seasoned locals and visitors, but if you’re in the mood for much older classics, track down the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, now in its 34th season playing at First Presbyterian Church. There’s also the well-regarded Hilton Head Choral Society and the well-attended International Piano Competition that draws some of the world’s finest young players to First Presbyterian. And the Hilton Head Dance Theater further bolsters our cultural credibility.

The Heritage Golf Tournament remains our biggest tourist (and traffic) draw, but soon-arriving data will show that visitor counts for productions at the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina have pushed that venue firmly into second place. “I always enjoy going to plays at the Coastal Discovery Museum Arts Center because you get such ARNO DIMMLING high-quality productions performed in such an intimate setting,” said long-time island resident Isabel Mangan. Folks looking for more progressive one-act productions can turn to South Carolina Repertory where Hank Haskell and spouse seat barely 70 patrons in a tiny theater on Beach City Road. The Art League of Hilton Head, which shares space with the Arts Center, displays all manner of paintings, jewelry and artworks on a rotating basis and there’s a growing roster of smaller galleries scattered about the island. Our museum scene is anchored by the pastoral Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn just as financing continues to grow toward creating a full-fledge Gullah Museum that truly celebrates our diverse culture.

“Years ago this was just a beach town,” said Sheri Sternitzke, chairman of the Main Street Theater that incorporates nonequity actors aged five to 82 for its annual productions. “Now we’re becoming year-round and I think a lot of people are amazed by how much we now have to offer. And there’s going to be more to come.”

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ATLANTA BREAD COMPANY 45 Pembroke Drive. 843-342-2253. BLD BELLA ITALIA BISTRO AND PIZZA 95 Mathews Drive in Port Royal Plaza. 843689-5560. LD THE CAROLINA ROOM The Westin Resort, Port Royal Plantation. 843-681-4000, ext.

7045. BLD CHART HOUSE 2 Hudson Road. 843-3429066. LD CRAZY CRAB (NORTH) 104 William Hilton Parkway, 843-681-5021, www.thecrazycrab. com. LD FIESTA FRESH MEXICAN GRILL (NORTH) 95 Mathews Drive. 843-342-8808. BLD FRANKIE BONES 1301 Main Street. 843-682-4455. LDS HUDSON’S SEAFOOD HOUSE ON THE DOCKS Hudson’s employs the largest and one of only two remaining fishing fleets on the island, which brings fresh local seafood

straight from the docks to your table.

1 Hudson Road. 843-681-2772. www.hudsonsonthedocks.com. LD IL CARPACCIO If you’re hankering for some authentic Italian cuisine, this island institution is worth finding Pizza is cooked in a hardwood-burning oven and everything is made from scratch. 200A Museum St. 843-342-9949. ilcarpaccioofhiltonhead. com. LD LAGERHEAD TAVERN 155 High Bluff Road, Hilton Head Plantation. 843-6842184, www.lagerheadtavern.com. LD MAIN STREET CAFÉ 1411 Main Street Village. 843-689-3999. LDS MANGIAMO! Mangiamo is a pizza restaurant that specializes in pizza, pasta, wings and homemade sauces. Mangiamo offers dine-in, take-out and delivery. Go for happy hour or to catch your favorite team on one of the big screen TVs. 2000 Main St. 843682-2444. LD MUNCHIES 1407 Main St. 843-785-3354.

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NEW YORK CITY PIZZA 45 Pembroke Drive. 843-689-2222. LD

SKULL CREEK BOATHOUSE 397 Squire Pope Road. 843-681-3663. DO

OKKO 95 Mathews Drive. 843-341-3377.

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STARBUCKS 430 William Hilton Pkway in Pineland Station. 843-689-6823.

OLD FORT PUB 65 Skull Creek Drive. 843681-2386. DS

PAN FRESCO OLE 55 Matthews Drive.

843-681-5989. LD

STREET MEET A family-friendly American tavern and restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating available. A great place to watch Cleveland sporting events while eating hot dogs, burgers, sandwiches, wraps and tavern plates. 95 Mathews Drive, Port Royal Plaza. 843-842-2570. LDO

PLANTATION CAFÉ AND DELI 95 Mathews Drive. 843-342-4472. BL

SUNSET GRILLE 43 Jenkins Island Road.

843-689-6744. LDOS

THE PURPLE COW 95 Mathews Drive. 843-681-2253, purplecowhhi.com. BLD

TJ’S TAKE AND BAKE PIZZA 35 Main St. 843-681-2900. LD

OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE 20 Hatton Place.

843-681-4329. LD

REILLEY’S NORTH END PUB 95 Mathews Drive. 843-681-4153.

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TURTLES BEACH BAR & GRILL 2 Grasslawn Avenue at The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa. 843-681-4000.

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RUAN THAI HUT 1107 Main St., 843-6813700. LD

WISEGUYS 1513 Main St. 843-842-8866.

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RUBY LEE’S 46 Wild Horse Road. 843-6817829. LDS

YUMMY HOUSE 2 Southwood Park Drive.

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843 890 William Hilton Parkway, Fresh Market Shoppes. 843-686-8843. LD ALEXANDER’S 76 Queens Folly Road. 843785-4999. LD ALFRED’S European-trained chef Alfred Kettering combines some of the most appealing elements of classic American and Continental cuisine in this tiny Plantation Center hideaway. Grab a seat at the chef’s counter to watch the master at work. 807 William Hilton Parkway, #1200, in Plantation Center. 843-341-3117. alfredshiltonhead. com D ARTHUR’S GRILLE Arthur Hills course, Palmetto Dunes. 843-785-1191. LD BIG JIM’S BBQ, BURGERS AND PIZZA Robert Trent Jones course, Palmetto Dunes.

843-785-1165. LD BISTRO 17 17 Harbourside Lane in Shelter Cove. 843-785-5517. www.bistro17hhi. com. LD BONEFISH GRILL 890 William Hilton Parkway. 843-341-3772. LD BUCCI’S ITALIAN CUISINE 13 Harbourside Lane, Shelter Cove. 843785-3300. LDO CAPTAIN GILLAN’S 18 Harbourside Lane, Shelter Cove Harbour. 843-785-4442 LDO

Brunch on the Water” complete with live jazz music every Sunday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 1 Shelter Cove Lane in Shelter Cove Harbour.

843-785-3030. www.elasgrille.com. LD FLORA’S ITALIAN CAFE 841 William Hilton Parkway in South Island Square. 843-8428200. D FRENCH BAKERY The bakery was established in 1998 by the Leon family, and taken over by the Belka family from Poland in 2012. The Belka family lovingly create baked goods for their local Hilton Head and Bluffton neighbors, as well as for tourists.

120 Shelter Cove Lane, Shelter Cove Towne Centre. 843-342-5420. BL GATOR’Z PIZZA Hilton Head Island Beach & Tennis Resort. 843-842-0004. D GIUSEPPI’S PIZZA AND PASTA 32 Shelter Cove Lane in Shelter Cove. 843-785-4144.

LD HAROLD’S DINER 641 William Hilton Parkway. 843-842-9292. BL HH PRIME Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort in Palmetto Dunes. 843-842-8000.

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Local Favorite: Shrimp and grits OLD OYSTER FACTORY With panoramic views overlooking Broad Creek, this Hilton Head landmark was voted one of the country’s “Top 100 Scenic View Restaurants” by OpenTable. It was also recently recommended in the “Off the Beaten Track” column in The Wall Street Journal. Wine Spectator magazine bestowed its “Award of Excellence” for the restaurant’s wine list and knowledge of wine.

101 Marshland Road. 843-681-6040. www. oldoysterfactory.com. DO

843-785-8226. LD

ORANGE LEAF 38 Shelter Cove Lane, 843689-5323. www.orangeleafyogurt.com.

BAILEY’S BAR & TERRACE Sonesta Resort; 130 Shipyard Drive. 843-842-2400. LD

PAZZO 807 William Hilton Parkway in Plantation Center. 843-842-9463. LD

BEACH BREAK GRILL 24 Palmetto Bay Road, Suite F. 843-785-2466. LD

HICKORY TAVERN 50 Shelter Cove Lane. 843- THE PHOENIX BISTRO 70 Marshland Road, 843-342-2880, phoenixbistro.com BL 802-0010. LD ISLAND BAGEL & DELI Fresh-baked bagels POSEIDON 38 Shelter Cove Lane, Shelter made from scratch, water-boiled and baked Cove Towne Centre. 843-341-3838. www.poseidonhhi.com. LDO each day. Hoagies, salads, pastries and

CARRABBA’S ITALIAN GRILL 14 Folly Field Drive. 843-785-5007. LD

coffee are also served. The restaurant was featured in the July 2013 issue of Southern Living magazine. South Island Square. 843686-3353. BL

CAFÉ AT THE MARRIOTT Oceanside at Hilton Head Marriott Resort & Spa, Palmetto Dunes. 843-686-8488. BL

JAMAICA JOE’Z BEACH BAR Hilton Head Island Beach & Tennis Resort, 40 Folly Field Road. 843-842-0044. O

CHARLIE GRAINGERS 40 Shelter Cove Lane, Shelter Cove Towne Centre. 843-7853200, charliegraingers.com LD

JANE BISTRO & BAR 28 Shelter Cove Lane, Suite 109. 843-686-5696. LD

SAN MIGUEL’S 9 Shelter Cove Lane in Shelter Cove Harbour. 843-842-4555. www.sanmiguels.com. LD

KILWINS HILTON HEAD SHELTER COVE 28 Shelter Cove Lane, Shelter Cove Towne Centre. 843-785-2727

SANTA FE CAFÉ 807 William Hilton Parkway in Plantation Center. 843-785-3838. LD

COCO’S ON THE BEACH 663 William Hilton Parkway; also located at beach marker 94A. 843-842-2626. LD COCONUTZ SPORTZ BAR Hilton Head Island Beach & Tennis Resort, 40 Folly Field Road. 843-842-0043. DO CONROY’S Hilton Head Marriott Resort & Spa, Palmetto Dunes. 843-686-8499. DS DRYDOCK 840 William Hilton Pkwy., 843842-9775. LD DYE’S GULLAH FIXIN’S 840 William Hilton Parkway, Atrium Building. 843-681-8106, www.dyesgullahfixins.com LD ELA’S BLU WATER GRILLE Featured in Bon Appétit and the winner of numerous OpenTable awards. Fresh-caught seafood and prime-cut steaks of the highest quality complement the extensive boutique wine selection. ELA’s is known for the best water views on the island. Serving lunch MondayFriday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Dinner nightly starting at 5 p.m., and now offering “Sunday

LUCKY ROOSTER KITCHEN + BAR 841 William Hilton Parkway, Unit A, South Island Square. 843-681-3474, www.luckyroosterhhi.com. DO MAYWOOD DAVIS 612 William Hilton Parkway. 843-368-2839, www.maywooddavis.com.

MEDITERRANEAN HARBOUR BAR AND GRILL You can be a meat lover or a vegetarian, with choices from Lebanese steaks, lamb, seafood, vegetables and gluten-free appetizers. Mediterranean Harbour Bar and Grill focuses on homemade recipes from Lebanon using ingredients such as olive oil, lemon juice, herbs and garlic. 13 Harbourside Lane, Unit B, Shelter Cove Harbour. 843-842-9991, mediterraneanharbour.com. DO NEW YORK CITY PIZZA 28 Shelter Cove Lane, Suite 119, Shelter Cove Towne Centre.

843-785-4200. LD

RUAN THAI CUISINE I 81 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island. 843-785-8576.

LD SCOTT’S FISH MARKET RESTAURANT AND BAR 17 Harbour Side Lane. 843-7857575. D

SEA GRASS GRILLE 807 William Hilton Parkway. 843-785-9990. LD STARBUCKS 32 Shelter Cove Lane. 843842-4090.

UP THE CREEK PUB & GRILL Broad Creek Marina, 18 Simmons Road. 843-681-3625.

LDO WAYBACK BURGERS 32 Shelter Cove Lane, Shelter Cove Towne Centre. 843-785-2650. www.waybackburgers.com. LDO WORLD OF BEER 30 Shelter Cove Lane, Shelter Cove Towne Centre. www. worldofbeer.com. LDO XO SPORTS SPIRITS Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort in Palmetto Dunes. 843341-8080.

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AMIGOS CAFE Y CANTINA 70 Pope Avenue.

ANGLER’S BEACH MARKET GRILL 2 North Forest Beach Dr., 843-785-3474. LD ANNIE O’S 124 Arrow Road. 843-341-2664.

LD ASIAN BISTRO 51 New Orleans Road. 843686-9888. LD AUNT CHILADA’S EASY STREET CAFE 69 Pope Avenue. 843-785-7700. LD

BESS’ DELICATESSEN AND CATERING Lunch specials include fresh homemade soups and assorted salads, and freshly ovenroasted turkey breast. Bess’ features Boar’s Head meats and cheeses. 55 New Orleans Road, Fountain Center. 843-785-5504. www. bessdeli.com. BL BIG BAMBOO CAFE After expanding its outside deck, owners of the Big Bamboo Café decided to upgrade their menu, focusing on fresh seafood items. Many fried items have been replaced with healthier grilled options, such as chargrilled chicken tacos. 1 North Forest Beach Drive, Coligny Plaza. 843-6863443. www.bigbamboocafe.com. LDO BLACK MARLIN BAYSIDE GRILL AND HURRICANE BAR 86 Helmsman Way in Palmetto Bay Marina. 843-785-4950. LDS BOMBORAS GRILLE An award-winning restaurant and bar, located steps away from the beach. Offering fresh and local Lowcountry ingredients paired with craft beers and wine.

Bomboras Grille is open for lunch and dinner. A kids menu is available. The locals call them the BOMB. 5 Lagoon Road. 843-6892662. LDO BAYLEY’S 130 Shipyard Drive. Sonesta Resort. 843-842-2400. BD BRITISH OPEN PUB 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Unit D3 in The Village at Wexford.

843-686-6736. LDO BRICKYARD PUB 45 Shipyard Drive, #200.

843-681-1530. LDO BULLIES BBQ 3 Regents Parkway. 843-6867427. LD CALLAHAN’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL 49 New Orleans Road. 843-686-7665.

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CAPTAIN WOODY’S Many restaurants claim to be a favorite of locals. Speaking as locals, one of our favorites is Captain Woody’s. Owners Shannon and Russell Anderson made a good thing even better with their new location at 6 Target Road.

Woody’s now offers more seating, an expanded menu and an attractive outdoor patio with an attached bar. 6 Target Road.

843-785-2400. www.captainwoodys.com.

LDO CAROLINA CRAB COMPANY 86 Helmsman Way, Palmetto Bay Marina.

843-842-2016. LD CARETTA COFFEE CO. Enjoy a cup of coffee made from some of the finest D&D coffee beans in the world. Local baristas carefully grind and brew every shot and mix every cup by hand. Coligny Plaza. 843-3426400. BL CASEY’S SPORTS BAR AND GRILLE 37 New Orleans Road. 843-785-2255.

LDO CATCH 22 37 New Orleans Plaza. 843-7856261. D CHARBAR CO. Executive chef Scott Bodkin’s burger creations have made this a local favorite, serving award-winning gourmet burgers, sandwiches, salads and more.

33 Office Park Road, Suite 213. Park Plaza,

843-785-2427. LD

26 New Orleans Road. 843-341-2333. D

CHARLIE’S L’ETOILE VERTE A great place for a power lunch or a romantic dinner.

Owner Charlie Golson and his son Palmer write the entire menu by hand each day, based on the freshest local seafood available. The dinner menu offers an array of 14 fresh fish rack of lamb, filet mignon and more. 8 New Orleans Road. 843-785-9277. www.charliesgreenstar.com.D

CRAZY CRAB (HARBOUR TOWN) 149 Lighthouse Road. 843-363-2722. LD

CHOW DADDY’S Located in the old Dry Dock building on Executive Park Road, using local, organic ingredients with meals prepared to order. Featuring salad bowls, sandwiches, tacos, hot bowls, platters and other snacks. The daily happy hour is 4-6 p.m. 14B Executive Park Road, 843-8422469, www.chowdaddys.com.

COAST Sea Pines Beach Club. 843-8421888. LD COLIGNY DELI & GRILL Coligny Plaza. 843785-4440. LD COWBOY BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Unit B6, The Village at Wexford. 843-715-3565, www. cowboybraziliansteakhouse.com. D CQ’S 140A Lighthouse Lane. 843-6712779. LD CRANE’S TAVERN AND STEAKHOUSE

DELISHEE YO 32 Palmetto Bay Road in the Village Exchange. 843-785-3633. LD CRAVE BY DANIEL’S 2 North Forest Beach Drive, #108. 843-341-9379. LD DOUGH BOYS PIZZA 1-B New Orleans Road. 843-686-2697. www.doughboyshhi. com. LD EARLE OF SANDWICH PUB 1 North Forest Beach Drive in Coligny Plaza. 843-7857767. LD ELECTRIC PIANO 33 Office Park Road. 843785-5399. O FAT BABY’S 1034 William Hilton Parkway.

843-842-4200. LD FIESTA FRESH MEXICAN GRILL 51 New Orleans Road. 843-785-4788. LD FLATBREAD GRILL 2 North Forest Beach Drive. 843-341-2225. flatb eadgrillhhi. com. LD FRENCH KISS BAKERY Coligny Plaza, 1 North Forest Beach Drive. 843-687-5471.

BL FROZEN MOO Coligny Plaza, 1 North Forest Beach Drive. 843-842-3131.

FROSTY FROG CAFE 1 North Forest Beach in Coligny Plaza. 843-686-3764. LDO GRINGO’S DINER E-5, Coligny Plaza. 843785-5400.

GRUBY’S NEW YORK DELI 890 William Hilton Parkway in the Fresh Market Shoppes. 843-842-9111. BL HARBOURSIDE BURGERS AND BREWS Harbour Town, Sea Pines Resort, 843-8421444, www.seapines.com. LD HARBOUR TOWN BAKERY AND CAFE Harbour Town, Sea Pines. 843-363-2021.

BL HEYWARD’S 130 Shipyard Drive. Sonesta Resort. 843-842-2400. BD HILTON HEAD DINER 6 Marina Side Drive.

843-686-2400. BLDO HILTON HEAD BREWING COMPANY 7C Greenwood Drive (Reilley’s Plaza), Hilton Head Plaza. 843-785-3900. www.hhbrewingco.com.LD HILTON HEAD ICE CREAM 55 New Orleans Road, #114. 843-852-6333.

HINCHEY’S CHICAGO BAR AND GRILL Circle Center, Pope Avenue. 843-686-5959.

LDO HINOKI OF KURAMA 37 New Orleans Road. 843-785-9800. LD

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■ DINING HOLY TEQUILA Holy Tequila offers a harmonizing blend of Mexican street food with new American flavors Its inviting space features an open kitchen, an indoor/ outdoor open-air seating area, a large tequila bar and a private tasting room. The menu features a wide variety of gourmet tacos, quesadillas, salads and small plates, all priced under $11; and a fully stocked bar with more than 40 premium tequilas, handcrafted specialty cocktails, Mexican beers and Spanish-inspired wines. 33 Office Park Road, Suite 228. 843-681-8226. LD HUGO’S SEAFOOD & STEAKHOUSE 841 William Hilton Parkway. 843-7854846. LD IT’S GREEK TO ME 11 Lagoon Road in Coligny Plaza. 843-842-4033. LDO JAVA BURRITO COMPANY 1000 William Hilton Parkway. 843-842-5282. BLD JAZZ CORNER Village at Wexford. 843842-8620. DO JERSEY MIKE’S 11 Palmetto Bay Road, Island Crossing. 843-341-6800.

JUMP AND PHIL’S BAR AND GRILL 7 Greenwood Drive, Suite 3B. 843-7859070. LDO KENNY B’S FRENCH QUARTER CAFE 70 Pope Avenue in Circle Center. 843-7853315. BLDS LA HACIENDA 11 Palmetto Bay Road. 843842-4982. LD LAND’S END TAVERN South Beach Marina, Sea Pines. 843-671-5456. BLD LINKS, AN AMERICAN GRILL Harbour Town Golf Links Clubhouse, Sea Pines.

843-363-8380. www.linksamericangrill. com. LD LIVE OAK 100 North Sea Pines Drive, 843842-1441. www.liveoaklowcountrycuisine. com. LD LOCAL PIE Only the highest quality, regionally sourced ingredients go into these wood-fi ed, house-made pies. A local business, with local staff and local suppliers. 55 New Orleans Road. 843-842-7437. info@localpie.com. LD A LOWCOUNTRY BACKYARD 32 Palmetto Bay Road at The Village Exchange. 843-7859273. BLD

screen TVs make it a popular spot for watching sporting events. 33 Office Park Road in Park Plaza. 843-686-2474. www.mellowmushroom.com. LDO MI TIERRA (HILTON HEAD) 130 Arrow Road. 843-342-3409. LD MICHAEL ANTHONY’S CUCINA ITALIANA 37 New Orleans Road. 843-785-6272. www.michael-anthonys.com. D NEW YORK CITY PIZZA 81 Pope Ave. 843842-2227. LD NICK’S STEAK & SEAFOOD 9 Park Lane.

843-686-2920. D OMBRA CUCINA RUSTICA Popular local chef Michael Cirafesi and distinguished Philadelphia chef Nunzio Patruno have teamed up to open this upscale Italian restaurant in the Village at Wexford. Many dishes were created hundreds of years ago, passed down from generation to generation. All desserts, pastas and breads are made daily using natural and fresh ingredients imported from Italy. The Village at Wexford. 843-842-5505. www.ombrahhi. com. D ONE HOT MAMA’S 7 Greenwood Drive, Hilton Head Plaza. 843-682-6262.

LDSO PALMETTO BAY SUNRISE CAFÉ A breakfast favorite for both visitors and locals.

The long line is worth the wait. Breakfast is served all day with eggs Benedict, all the expected offerings and many specials such as shrimp hash, Hamptons Brunch and crab wontons. 86 Helmsman Way in Palmetto Bay Marina. 843-686-3232. BL PHILLY’S CAFÉ AND DELI 102 Fountain Center, New Orleans Road.

843-785-9966. L PINO GELATO 1000 William Hilton Parkway, The Village at Wexford. 843-8422822.

PLANTATION CAFÉ AND DELI (SOUTH) 81 Pope Avenue in Heritage Plaza. 843785-9020. BL POMODORI 1 New Orleans Road. 843686-3100. D THE PORCH The Beach House. 1 South Forest Beach Drive. 843-785-5126. BLD

Local Favorite: Lowcountry Boil close relationship with local growers and farmers markets, tailoring Red Fish’s menu around the foods that are in season. The result is an eclectic blend of seafood, steaks, fresh fruit and local vegetables. 8 Archer Road. 843-686-3388. www.redfishofhilto head.com. LD

STARBUCKS (SOUTH) 11 Palmetto Bay Road. 843-341-5477.

REILLEY’S GRILL & BAR (SOUTH) 7D Greenwood Drive. 843-842-4414.

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STU’S SURFSIDE 1 North Forest Beach Drive, Coligny Plaza. 843-686-7873. LD

RELISH CAFE 33 Office Park Road, Park Plaza. 843-342-4800. LD RITA’S ITALIAN ICE 1 North Forest Beach Drive, Coligny Plaza. 843-686-2596. ritasice. com.

STELLINI 15 Executive Park Road. 843-7857006. D

THE STUDIO 20 Executive Park Road. 843785-6000. D SUNSET SLUSH 81 Pope Ave., 843-7857851.

SWEET CAROLINA CUPCAKES 1 N. Forest Beach Drive. 843-342-2611.

ROY’S PLACE 33 Office Park Road, 843785-4646. www.roysplacehhi.com. LD

TIKI HUT 1 South Forest Beach Drive at the Beach House. 843-785-5126. OLD

SALTY DOG CAFE One of Hilton Head’s favorite outdoor cafes for more than 20 years. Fresh seafood. Located at South Beach Marina, overlooking Braddock Cove. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available.

Live music and children’s entertainment nightly during the season. South Beach Marina Village, Sea Pines Resort. 843-6717327. www.saltydog.com. LD

TOPSIDE WATERFRONT RESTAURANT Harbour Town, Sea Pines. 843-842-1999. D

SAGE ROOM 81 Pope Ave., Heritage Plaza.

843-785-5352. D SEA SHACK 6 Executive Park Drive. 843785-2464. LD SEAFIRE MODERN HIBACHI GRILL & BAR 9 Palmetto Bay Rd. 843-785-4955. seafir hhi.com D SIGNALS LOUNGE 130 Shipyard Drive, Sonesta Resort. 843-842-2400. O

TRATTORIA DIVINA 33 Office Park Road.

843-686-4442. D TRUFFLES CAFE (SEA PINES) Fresh local seafood, Black Angus steaks, baby back ribs, homemade soups and garden salads. 71 Lighthouse Road, Sea Pines Center. 843671-6136. www.trufflescafe.com LD TWISTED CORK A local cocktail and wine bar. You can find it in Festival Center Plaza, near the Sea Pines Circle. Open Monday through Saturday, 5-11 p.m. @ Twistedcorkhhi LD VINE 1 North Forest Beach Drive in Coligny Plaza. 843-686-3900. LD

SKILLETS CAFÉ Coligny Plaza. 843-7853131. BLD

WATUSI A place for breakfast, lunch and coffee. The cafe’s interior mirrors a warm, cozy living room where families and friends can gather and enjoy food in a casual homestyle setting. 71 Pope Ave. 843-686-5200. www.islandwatusi.com. BL

THE SMOKEHOUSE 34 Palmetto Bay Road.

843-842-4227. BLDO

WHICH WICH? 70 Pope Ave., Suite 13.

843-715-9424, www.whichwich.com. LD

SOUTHERN CONEY & BREAKFAST 70 Pope Avenue in Circle Center. 843-6892447. BL

WILD WING CAFÉ 72 Pope Ave. 843-7859464. LDO

SIGNE’S BAKERY & CAFE 93 Arrow Road.

843-785-9118. BLS

MARKET STREET CAFE 12 Coligny Plaza.

843-686-4976. LD

PORTER & PIG Quality beer, proprietary cocktails and select wines with accompanying charcuterie, cheeses and shared plates.

1000 William Hilton Parkway, The Village at Wexford. 843-715-3224. www.porter-pig. com. D

MARLEY’S ISLAND GRILLE 35 Office Park Road in Park Plaza. 843-686-5800. DO

PURE NATURAL MARKET 1012 William Hilton Parkway. 843-342-7873. BL

MELLOW MUSHROOM The place where Hilton Head’s pizza lovers and beer lovers gather. Outstanding pies made with spring water dough, prepared fresh every day. The ‘Shroom is also a great spot for hoagies, calzones, salads. A large bar and numerous fla

QUARTERDECK 149 Lighthouse Road, Harbour Town, Sea Pines. 843-842-1999.

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SPIRIT OF HARBOUR TOWN 843-3639026. www.vagabondcruise.com.

RED FISH Upscale dining at its finest Head chef Chaun Bescos takes advantage of his

STACK’S PANCAKES OF HILTON HEAD 2 Regency Parkway. 843-341-3347. BLD

LODGE BEER AND GROWLER BAR 7B Greenwood Drive, Hilton Head Plaza.

843-842-8966. DO

STEAMERS 28 Coligny Plaza. 843-7852070. LD

WINE AND CHEESE IF YOU PLEASE 24 Palmetto Bay Road, Suite G. 843-8421200.

WRECK OF THE SALTY DOG South Beach Marina Village, Sea Pines. 843-671-7327. D

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■ DINING XO SPORTS SPIRITS Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort, 843-842-8000. LDO

BLUFFTON AGAVE SIDE BAR 13 State of Mind St. 843757-9190. LD AMIGOS BELFAIR (BLUFFTON) 133 Towne Drive. 843-815-8226. LD BACKWATER BILL’S 20 Hampton Lake Drive. 843-875-5253. LDO BLUFFTON BBQ 11 State of Mind St. 843757-7427. www.blufftonbbq.com. LD BLUFFTON FAMILY SEAFOOD HOUSE 27 Dr. Mellichamp Drive. 843-757-4010.

LD THE BLUFFTON ROOM 15 Promenade St. 843-757-3525. www.theblufftonroom. com. D

1297 May River Road. 843-815-5168. DO CORNER PERK CAFE 1297 May River Road. 843-816-5674. cornerperk.com. BL THE COTTAGE CAFE, BAKERY AND TEA ROOM 38 Calhoun St. 843-757-0508. www.thecottagebluffton.com. BL THE DEPOT 15 Captains Cove Road, 843-837-1893. thedepotbluffton.com.

DOLCE VITA 163 Bluffton Road, Suite F. 843-815-6900 D DOWNTOWN DELI 27 Dr. Mellichamp Drive. 843-815-5005. BL DOUGH PUNCHERS BAKERY 1536 Fording Island Road, #104. 843-837-1177.

EL SUPER INTERNACIONAL 33 Sherington Drive. 843-815-8113. LD FARM 1301 May River Road. www.farmbluffton.com. D

LOS JALAPENO’S MEXICAN GRILL The Bridge Center. 843-837-2333. LD LOWCOUNTRY FLOWER GIRLS Berkeley Place. 843-837-2253. BL MAY RIVER GRILL 1263 May River Road.

843-757-5755. LD MELLOW MUSHROOM The place where Bluffton’s pizza lovers and beer lovers gather. Outstanding pies made with spring water dough, prepared fresh every day. The ‘Shroom is also a great spot for hoagies, calzones, salads. A large bar and numerous flat screen TVs make it a popular spot for watching sporting events. 872 Fording Island Road. 843-706-0800, mellowmushroom.com. LDO MIDNIGHT BAKER 14 Promenade St. 843815-5355. LB MI TIERRA 27 Dr. Mellichamp Drive. 843757-7200. LD

THE BRICK CHICKEN 1011 Fording Island Road in the Best Buy Shopping Center. 843836-5040. LDO

FAT PATTIES AND SALT MARSH BREWING 207 Bluffton Road. 843-3791500. fat-patties.com. LD

THE BRITISH OPEN PUB 1 Sherington Drive, Suite G. 843-815-6736. LDO

FIREHOUSE SUBS 32 Malphrus Road, #109. 843-815-7827. LD

MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL 3 Malphrus Road. 843-837-8722. LD

BUFFALOS RESTAURANT 476 Mount Pelia Road inside Palmetto Bluff. 843-706-6500.

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FIESTA FRESH MEXICAN GRILL 876 Fording Island Road, Suite 1. 843-7067280. LD

MULBERRY STREET TRATTORIA 1476 Fording Island Road. 843-837-2426.

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BUTCHER’S MARKET AND DELI 102 Buckwalter Parkway, Suite 3-G. 843815-6328. BLD

GIUSEPPI’S PIZZA AND PASTA 25 Bluffton Road. 843-815-9200. LD

NEO 326 Moss Creek Village. 843-8375111. LD

HANA SUSHI AND JAPANESE FUSION 1534 Fording Island Road. 843-837-3388, hanasushifusion.com. LD

OLD TOWN DISPENSARY 15 Captains Cove. 843-837-1893. LDO

CAHILL’S MARKET & CHICKEN KITCHEN 1055 May River Road. 843-757-2921. LD

MI TIERRITA 214 Okatie Village Drive. 843705-0925. LD

OROBELLO’S BISTRO & PIZZERIA 103 Buckwalter Place, Unit 108. 843-8375637. www.orobellosbluffton.com. LDO

CAPTAIN WOODY’S Many restaurants claim to be a favorite of locals. Speaking as locals, one of our favorites is Captain Woody’s. 17 State of Mind St. in the Calhoun Street Promenade. 843-757-6222. www.captainwoodys.com. LDO

HINCHEY’S CHICAGO BAR & GRILL 104 Buckwalter Place, Suite 1A. 843-8365909. LD

CHEAP SEATS TAVERN 2 142 Burnt Church Road, 843-837-3287. LD

HONEYBAKED HAM COMPANY 1060 Fording Island Road, 843-815-7388.

PANDA CHINESE RESTAURANT 25 Bluffton Road. 843-815-6790. LD

CHEEBURGER CHEEBURGER 108 Buckwalter Parkway. 843-837-2433.

LD CHIPOTLE Tanger I Outlet Center. 843-8362442, chipotle.com. LD

ISLAND BAGEL & DELI Fresh-baked bagels made from scratch, water-boiled and baked each day. Hoagies, salads, pastries and coffee are also served. Sheridan Park. 843815-5300. BL

CHOO CHOO BBQ XPRESS 129 Burnt Church Road. 843-815-7675. LDO

JAMESON’S CHARHOUSE 671 Cypress Hills Drive, Sun City. 843-705-8200. LD

CHOW DADDY’S This new restaurant is using local, organic ingredients with meals prepared to order. The menu features salad bowls, sandwiches, tacos, hot bowls, platters and other snacks. The daily happy hour is 4-6 p.m. 15 Towne Drive, Belfair Towne Village, 843-842-2469, chowdaddys.com. LD

JIM ‘N NICK’S BAR-B-Q 872 Fording Island Road. 843-706-9741. LD

THE PEARL KITCHEN & BAR Bringing to Old Town Bluffton a bright, fresh take on the dining experience, The Pearl Kitchen & Bar will please your palate with the freshest of ingredients prepared in a manner that will excite, entice, and keep you coming back for more. 55 Calhoun St., 843-7575511. thepearlbluffton.com/. LD

CINCO MEXICAN GRILL & BAR 102 Buckwalter Parkway #3. 843-815-2233. LD CLAUDE & ULI’S BISTRO 1533 Fording Island Road. 843-837-3336. LD COCONUTS BAR & GRILLE 39 Persimmon St. 843-757-0602. DO CORKS NEIGHBORHOOD WINE BAR

HOGSHEAD KITCHEN AND WINE BAR 1555 Fording Island Road. 843-837-4647.

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JUICE HIVE 14 Johnston Way. 843-7572899.

OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE 100 Buckwalter Place. 843-757-9888. LD THE OYSTER BAR 15 State of Mind St. 843-757-5750. LD

PLANTATION CAFE 1532 Fording Island Road. 843-815-4445.BL

KATIE O’DONNELL’S 1008 Fording Island Road in Kittie’s Crossing. 843-815-5555.

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POUR RICHARD’S Eclectic, upmarket Southern-American bistro with a local focus and a long wine list. Located in warm surrounds. 4376 Bluffton Parkway. 843-7571999. DO

KELLY’S TAVERN 11B Buckingham Plantation Drive. 843-837-3353. BLDO

R BAR 70 Pennington Drive. 843-7577264. LD

KOBE JAPANESE RESTAURANT 30 Plantation Park Drive. 843-757-6688. LD

RANCHO ALEGRE CUBAN RESTAURANT 4490 Bluffton Park Crescent #104. 843757-5556. LD

LONGHORN Inside Tanger I. 843-7057001. LD

RED FISH Upscale dining at its finest Head

chef Chaun Bescos takes advantage of his close relationship with local growers and farmers markets, tailoring Red Fish’s menu around foods in season. 32 Bruin Road.

843-837-8888. LD RED STRIPES CARIBBEAN CUISINE AND LOUNGE 8 Pin Oak St. 843-757-8111.

LDO RIVER HOUSE RESTAURANT 476 Mount Pelia Road in Palmetto Bluff. 843-706-6500.

LD RUAN THAI CUISINE II 26 Towne Drive, Belfair Town Village. 843-757-9479. LD SAIGON CAFE 1304 Fording Island Road.

843-837-1800. BLD SAKE HOUSE 1017 Fording Island Road, Suite 105. 843-706-9222. LD SALTY DOG BLUFFTON Tanger II Outlet.

843-837-3344. Bluffton.saltydog.com. LD SIGLER’S ROTISSERIE 12 Sheridan Park Circle. 843-815-5030. D SIPPIN COW 1D Promenade, 843-7575051. BL SOUTHERN BARREL BREWING CO. 375 Buckwalter Place Blvd. 843-837-2337, southernbarrelbrewingco.com.

SQUAT N’ GOBBLE 1231 May River Road.

843-757-4242. BLD STOOGES CAFE 25 Sherington Drive. 843706-6178. BL TRUFFLES CAFE Fresh local seafood, Black Angus steaks, baby back ribs, homemade soups and garden salads. 91 Towne Drive Belfair Towne Village. 843-815-5551. trufflescafe.com LD WALNUTS CAFÉ 70 Pennington Drive in Sheridan Park. 843-815-2877. BLS WILD WING CAFÉ (BLUFFTON) 1188 Fording Island Road. 843-837-9453. LD ZEPPLIN’S BAR & GRILL Inside Station 300. 25 Innovation Drive. 843-815-2695.

LDO ZOES KITCHEN Tanger I Outlet Center.

843-837-5410. LD

DAUFUSKIE ISLAND EAGLE’S NEST 56 Fuskie Lane, Bloody Point. 843-341-5522.

MARSHSIDE MAMA’S CAFE 15 Haig Point Road on County Landing.

843-785-4755. LD OLD DAUFUSKIE CRAB CO 256 Cooper River Landing Rd. 843-7856653. 

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DIRECTORY HOTELS

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BY TIM WATSON

isiting the Lowcountry? First you need to determine the right type of place to stay. There are a variety of accommodation types on Hilton Head Island. From intimate boutique inns to sprawling timeshare resorts, oceanfront rental homes and four and five-star hotels, accommodations on Hilton Head Island have enough variety to please every travel style and budget.

HOTELS Usually located oceanfront, the full service hotel offers a wide array of services, housekeeping, room service, full service in house restaurants and a variety of shops, along with concierge services and various spas, recreational facilities and children’s activities. The Westin in Port Royal Plantation, Marriott and Omni in Palmetto Dunes Plantation, Sonesta in Shipyard Plantation and the Holiday Inn Beach House by Coligny circle are examples. Prices vary by the season.

A number of Hilton Head hotels have just undergone major renovations, refreshing the look and feel of the popular resorts. The Westin underwent a $30 million renovation with an improved pool, deck and fitness studio.

The Sonesta also underwent a $30 million renovation resulting in an expanded pool deck and terrace surrounding a lagoon-style pool, a shade pool as well as new cabanas, outdoor beds and umbrellas.

Other major oceanfront resorts have recently completed extensive renovations, including the Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Hotel’s $17 million renovation adding a third pool and renovations to all 323 guest rooms.

The Beach House completed a $5 million renovation of its 202 guest rooms and public spaces. The Hilton Head Marriott Resort and Spa underwent a renovation as well. Others resorts have plans to begin renovations in the near future.

If you are looking for something a bit smaller, boutique inns located in Sea Pines at Harbour Town and South Beach, offer a charm all their own though a bit further from the beach.

With luxuries befi ting the finest hotels, The Inn at Harbour Town offers a unique variety of first-class accommodations within The Sea Pines Resort.

Traditional chain hotel/motels are located mainly along the 278 corridor, and are outside of the plantations. Prices are lower than the full service hotels, but you will not have the same amenities as the larger resorts.

Beach House Hilton Head Island...................... 843-785-5126 Comfort Suites Bluffton..................................... 843-815-1700 Days Inn Hilton Head ....................................... 843-842-4800 Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott...................... 843-705-2300 Hampton Inn Hilton Head Island...................... 843-681-7900 Hilton Garden Inn Hilton Head ........................ 843-837-8111 Hilton Head Island Beach & Tennis Resort........ 843-842-4402 Hilton Head Marriott Resort & Spa.................... 843-686-8400 Hilton Head Metropolitan Hotel....................... 843-842-3100 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites................... 843-757-2002 Holiday Inn Resort Beach House....................... 843-785-5126 Inn at Harbour Town......................................... 843-363-8100 The Inn at Palmetto Bluff, A Montage Resort.... 843-706-6500 Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort............... 843-842-8000 Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort................... 843-785-1138 Park Lane Hotel & Suites................................... 843-686-5700 Quality Inn......................................................... 843-842-6662 Ramada Hilton Head ........................................ 843-681-3655 Red Roof Inn . ................................................... 843-686-6808 The Sea Pines Resort......................................... 843-785-3333 Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island .................. 843-842-2400 South Beach Inn & Vacation Rentals................. 843-671-6498 The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort &Spa..... 843-681-4000

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Accommodations from Island Getaway Rentals..... 843-842-4664 BeachBum Property Management.................... 843-247-4814 Beach Properties of Hilton Head, Inc................ 843-671-5155 Beachside Getaway........................................... 843-686-6044 Coastal Vacation Rentals................................... 843-341-3330 Destination Vacation......................................... 843-785-7774 Goode Vacation Rentals.................................... 843-681-9325 Greenwood Communities & Resorts................. 843-785-1106 HarbourSide III Property Owners ..................... 843-785-4000 Hilton Head Accommodations.......................... 843-686-6662 Hilton Head Hideaways..................................... 843-868-1171 Hilton Head Island Beach & Tennis Resort........ 843-842-4402 Hilton Head Properties Realty & Rentals........... 843-785-2242 Hilton Head Rentals.......................................... 843-686-1001 Hilton Head Rentals & Golf............................... 843-785-8687 Hilton Head Resort Four Seasons Centre.......... 843-842-3169 Hilton Head Vacations, Inc................................ 800-400-4113 Hilton Head Vacation Rentals........................... 843-689-3010 Hilton Head VacationRentals.com..................... 877-228-3145 Island Getaway Rentals .................................... 800-476-4885 Ocean Palms Villas............................................ 843-681-1053 Palmetto Sands Vacation Rentals...................... 843-689-5900 Resort Rentals of Hilton Head Island................ 843-686-6008 South Beach Inn & Vacation Rentals................. 843-671-6498 Sunset Rentals, Inc............................................ 843-785-6767 Sea Turtle Getaways, Inc.................................... 843-842-6000 Seashore Vacations, Inc..................................... 843-785-2191 Sunrise Vacation Properties, Ltd....................... 843-842-5583 The Vacation Company...................................... 843-686-6100 Vacation Homes of Hilton Head ....................... 888-444-5573 Vacation Time of Hilton Head . ......................... 843-785-5151 Wyndham Vacation Rentals.............................. 800-875-9205

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RENT A HOME Vacation home and villa rentals are available in most of the South End plantations. From oceanfront homes and villas to off-the-beaten-path destinations you can decide based upon your budget and desired amenities, beach, tennis, golf, fishing Don’t be afraid of the larger 6-8 bedroom homes as they can be split by multiple families and the prices won’t work out as high as you might think.

Or, look for a vacation villa. Here, you can rent a fully furnished home, enjoy the extra space to spread out and the full size kitchen. If you are a tennis or golf lover, you can often rent a villa close to the course.

Several rental companies on the island specialize in helping you find the perfect vacation home, whether it is a cozy villa for one or two persons or a sevenbedroom spacious home for a family. Be sure to give them a call; they are very knowledgable of the different areas and can help you find the perfect rental.

In fact, it’s very common for families to

use rental homes on Hilton Head Island as the perfect place for a family reunion where they enjoy the extra space, kitchen facilities and a personal pool.

Hilton Head rental homes can offer

an oceanfront view, pet-friendly accommodations or condos and villas with golf course views. No matter your preference — hotel or rental home — there is something for everyone. 

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any Hilton Head Island and Bluffton residents were once visitors, like you. They just never left. And why should you?

The quality of life here is very high. Here are 10 reasons why you should consider making this your new home.

1. PEACE OF MIND As the world around us seems to get more turbulent, there is something very reassuring about living in Bluffton, Hilton Head or anywhere in between Beaufort and Savannah. Our world in the Lowcountry seems pretty darn normal, and for once, that is a really good thing.

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

3. CLIMATE Winter here is unpredictable. It can be 80 degrees one day and 30 degrees the next.

Compared to the road-blocking snowstorms just a few hours to the north though, we’ve got

it pretty good. Conditions greatly improve in April and stay really nice through the end of October. We also have many nice and sunny days November through March. You will have to travel south of Vero Beach to find warmer weather.

4. GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION AND ACCESSIBILITY Direct flights from SAV now include 13 major destinations: Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, Houston, Memphis, Miami, NYC, Newark, Philadelphia and Washington. Within driving distance we can access three growing metropolitan areas — Atlanta, Charlotte and Jacksonville. We can escape to acres and acres of nature in the rural areas of South Carolina and the charms of the mountains of North Carolina.

We are nestled between the two most historic and architecturally beautiful cities in the south — Charleston and Savannah. With the widening of U.S. 17, access is becoming easier than ever.

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

Young people and families in their prime choose the Lowcountry as their nesting grounds. They bring with them their talents, ideas and energy; combined with the ability to work remotely, this will create a more diversified economic picture and will drive the median age down. The Don Ryan Center for Innovation (also referred to as Bluffton incubator) is just one example of how the region is actively trying to cultivate a spirit of entrepreneurship and make it part of what will drive the future.

6. SAVANNAH HOSTS 12 MILLION VISITORS A YEAR Savannah’s relatively recent surge as a major getaway destination will have a trickle-down effect for our regions as millions of people who haven fallen in love with the “Southern Charm” will be looking for a different experience and/or consider a longer vacation.

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

8. THE MAKER AND LOCAL MOVEMENT Tired of the cheaply mass-produced and imported stuff, there is a resurgence of “do it yourself and sell it” going on all over America, and the Lowcountry is a fertile ground for such endeavors. You would be amazed of all the interesting products that are produced right here or within a 100 mile radius.

9. 10,000 BABY BOOMERS A DAY RETIRE Yes, these are the official statistics and it will continue at this pace for almost two decades (begging the question if it will bankrupt Social Security). The profile of the typical retiree however has changed. Not only will they live longer, they are vibrant, still wanting to change the world and become an important part of the fabric of our community, bringing with them not only their assets, but experience, connections and in some cases attract the following generation to move here as well.

10. WELCOMING PEOPLE AND INTELLECTUAL DIVERSITY One of the reasons people have chosen the Lowcountry as their place of choice is because we are a very welcoming community attracting a wide variety of people who have lived all over the world before moving here, which simply makes it a more interesting place to live than many other areas.  FALL/WINTER 2016 63

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■ DIRECTORY ART GALLERIES Art League of Hilton Head. . . . . .843-681-5060 Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. . . 843-686-3945 Camellia Art. . . . . . . . . . . . .843-785-3535 Endangered Arts . . . . . . . . . . 843-785-5070 Fastframe . . . . . . . . . . . . . .843-342-7696 Four Corners Art Gallery - Bluffton.843-757-8185 Gullah Sweetgrass Basket Gallery. 843-304-4178 J Costello Gallery. . . . . . . . . . 843-686-6550 Jacob Preston Pottery - Bluffton. . 843-757-3084 Karis Art Gallery. . . . . . . . . . .843-785-5100 Maye River Gallery – Bluffton. . . .843-757-2633 Red Piano/Morris & Whiteside Galleries . . . . . . . . .843-842-4433 Old Town Vintage Posters – Bluffton. . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-837-3311 Picture This Gallery. . . . . . . . .843-842-5299 Pink House Gallery . . . . . . . . . 843-681-5169 Pluff Mudd Art – Bluffton. . . . . .843-757-5590 Smith Galleries. . . . . . . . . . . 843-842-2280 Society of Bluffton Artists. . . . . .843-757-6586 BAIT, TACKLE SHOPS Blue Water Bait & Tackle. . . . . .843-671-3060 Bluffton Marine Sports & Supply... 843-757-7593 Coligny Truevalue Hardware. . . . 843-785-2429 Hilton Head Boathouse. . . . . . .843-681-9557 Lowcountry Outfitters. . . . . . . .843-837-6100 Mid-Island Bait & Tackle. . . . . .843-681-2556 Palmetto Bay Water Sports. . . . .843-785-2345 Shelter Cove Harbour. . . . . . . .843-842-7001 South Beach Sport Fishing. . . . .843-671-3060 BIKE RENTALS AAA Riding Tigers. . . . . . . . . .843-686-6833 Adventure Bike Rentals. . . . . . .843-290-1622 All American Bike Rental. . . . . .843-842-4386 Bicycle Billy’s . . . . . . . . . . . .843-785-7851 Bicycle Rental Hilton Head . . . . .843-686-6888 Bike Doctor. . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-681-7531 Bluffton Bike Shop. . . . . . . . . 843-706-2453 Bubba’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .843-785-3971 Coconut Bike Rentals. . . . . . . .843-686-5055 Forest Beach Surf & Cycle. . . . . 843-384-3727 Harbourtown Bicycle Rentals. . . .843-785-3546 Hilton Head Bicycle. . . . . . . . .843-686-6888 Hilton Head Outfitters. . . . . . . .843-686-9097 Island Cruisers Bike Rental. . . . .843-785-4321 Lowsea Bike Rental. . . . . . . . .843-384-9322 Mike's Bikes. . . . . . . . . . . . .843-671-6453 Outside Hilton Head. . . . . . . . .843-686-6996 Palmetto Bike Barn. . . . . . . . .843-686-6068 Palmetto Dunes Bike Rentals. . . .843-785-2449 Paradise Beach Bikes. . . . . . . .843-715-9889 Patriot Bike Rentals. . . . . . . . .866-921-3510 Pedals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .843-842-5522 Peddling Pelican Bike Rentals . . . 843-785-5470 Pelicancruiser.com. . . . . . . . . 843-785-3546 Riding Tigers Bike Rentals . . . . .843-686-5833 Road Fish Bike Shop. . . . . . . . 843-686-2981 Sea Pines Bicycle Rentals . . . . . 843-842-1890 Simmons Bike Rental. . . . . . . .843-842-3464 South Beach Bike Rentals. . . . . 843-671-2453 Sports Addiction . . . . . . . . . . 843-815-8281 Sundance Bikes. . . . . . . . . . .843-785-8737 Vacation Comfort Bike Rentals. . . 843-354-6673 BOATING, CRUISING, SAILING Advanced Sail . . . . . . . . . . . 843-686-2582 Adventure Cruises. . . . . . . . . .843-785-4558 BackWater Adventure. . . . . . . .843-300-8556 Bluffton Marine Sports & Supply... 843-757-7593 Bottomline Yacht Charters . . . . .843-304-2976 Broad Creek Marina. . . . . . . . .843-681-3625 Calibogue Cruises/Enjoy Daufuskie.843-342-8687 Capt. Hook Party Boat. . . . . . . .843-785-1700 Cheers Charters. . . . . . . . . . .843-671-1800 Commander Zodiac. . . . . . . . .843-671-3344 Dolphin & Nature Cruise. . . . . . 843-681-2522 Dolphin Discoveries. . . . . . . . .843-684-1911 Dolphin Safaris . . . . . . . . . . .843-785-2345 Drifter Excursions. . . . . . . . . .843-363-2900 H20 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-671-4386 Hilton Head by Boat. . . . . . . . .843-304-3847 Hilton Head Outfitters. . . . . . . .843-686-9097 Island Explorer . . . . . . . . . . . 843-785-2100 Island Times Charters . . . . . . . 843-261-2410 Live Oac. . . . . . . . . . . . .888-254-8362 64 . .HHIGO.COM

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Hilton Head Vacation Guide Low Country Nature Tours. . . . . .843-683-0187 MarshGrass Adventures. . . . . . 843-684-3296 Monty Jett Cruises. . . . . . . . . .843-415-2798 One HHI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .843-888-9899 Outside Hilton Head. . . . . . . . .843-686-6996 Papa Bear Charters. . . . . . . . .843-816-3474 Pau Hana & Flying Circus. . . . . 843-686-2582 Pirates of Hilton Head, Sea Pines. . 843-363-7000 Pirates of HHI, Palmetto Bay . . . .843-415-8400 Sea Pines Eco Tours. . . . . . . . .843-842-1979 Harbour Town Adventures. . . . . .843-363-2628 Shelter Cove Marina. . . . . . . . .843-842-7001 Vagabond Cruise. . . . . . . . . . 843-785-2662 FAMILY ACTIVITIES Adventure Cove . . . . . . . . . . .843-842-9990 Aerial Adventures. . . . . . . . . .843-682-6000 Art Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .843-785-5525 Artist Uncorked. . . . . . . . . . . 843-837-4700 Coastal Discovery Museum. . . . .843-689-6767 Dolphin & Nature Cruise. . . . . . 843-681-2522 Harbour Town Lighthouse. . . . . .843-671-2810 Island Recreation. . . . . . . . . .843-681-7273 Heyward House. . . . . . . . . . . 843-757-6293 Hilton Head Outfitters. . . . . . . .843-686-9097 IDEA Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . .843-342-5439 Island Playground. . . . . . . . . .843-837-8383 Kayak Hilton Head. . . . . . . . . .843-684-1910 Lawton Stables . . . . . . . . . . .843-671-2586 Legendary Golf . . . . . . . . . . . 843-686-3399 Main Street Youth Theatre. . . . . 843-689-6246 Outside Hilton Head. . . . . . . . .843-686-6996 Pirate’s Island Adventure Golf. . . 843-686-4001 Pirates of Hilton Head, Sea Pines. . 843-363-7000 Pirates of HHI, Palmetto Bay . . . .843-415-8400 Station 300 . . . . . . . . . . . . .843-815-2695 The Sandbox. . . . . . . . . . . . .843-842-7645 ZipLine Hilton Head. . . . . . . . .843-682-6000 FISHING CHARTERS Broad Creek Marina. . . . . . . . .843-681-3625 Bulldog Fishing Charters. . . . . .843-422-0887 Capt. Hook Party Boat. . . . . . . .843-785-1700 Dolphin Discoveries. . . . . . . . .843-684-1911 Drifter Excursions. . . . . . . . . .843-363-2900 Fishin’ Coach Charters . . . . . . .843-757-2126 Hilton Head Outfitters. . . . . . . .866-380-1783 Island Marine. . . . . . . . . . . .843-681-2628 Live Oac. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .888-254-8362 Lowcountry Charter Fishing. . . . .843-816-4441 Off The Hook Fishing . . . . . . . .843-298-4376 Outside Hilton Head. . . . . . . . .843-686-6996 Papa Bear Charters. . . . . . . . .843-816-3474 Runaway Fishing Charters . . . . .843-384-6511 Sea Wolf Charters. . . . . . . . . .843-525-1174 Shelter Cove Marina. . . . . . . . .843-842-7001 Southern Drawl Outfitters. . . . . .843-705-6010 GOLF - COURSES YOU CAN PLAY Bloody Point Golf Club . . . . . . . 843-341-3030 Country Club of Hilton Head. . . . 843-681-4653 Crescent Pointe Golf Club. . . . . .843-706-2600 Eagle’s Point Golf Club. . . . . . .843-757-5900 Golden Bear at Indigo Run . . . . .843-689-2200 Hampton Hall. . . . . . . . . . . .843-815-8720 Harbour Town Golf Links. . . . . . 843-363-8385 Heron Point By Pete Dye. . . . . . .843-842-1477 Hilton Head Lakes. . . . . . . . . .843-208-5353 Hilton Head National Golf Club. . . 843-842-5900 Island West Golf Club. . . . . . . .843-815-6660 May River Golf Club. . . . . . . . .843-706-6580 Melrose Golf Club. . . . . . . . . .843-422-6963 Old Carolina Golf Club (9 holes) . . 843-757-8311 Old South Golf Links . . . . . . . . 843-785-5353 Oyster Reef Golf Club. . . . . . . .843-681-1764 Palmetto Dunes courses. . . . . . 843-785-1138 Palmetto Hall courses. . . . . . . .843-342-2582 Pinecrest Golf Club . . . . . . . . .843-757-8960 Port Royal courses. . . . . . . . . 843-681-1760 Rose Hill Golf Club. . . . . . . . . 843-757-9030 Shipyard courses. . . . . . . . . . 843-686-8802 Sea Pines Ocean Course. . . . . . 843-842-1477 HEALTH CLUBS - HILTON HEAD Advanced Nutrition & Metabolic Therapies. . . . . . . . .843-671-5400 Beach City Health & Fitness. . . . 843-681-6161 Bikram Yoga Hilton Head. . . . . .843-689-9642

Breakthrough Fitness Center. . . .843-341-2166 Center for Health Fitness and Sports Performance . . . . . . . . 843-842-3359 Core Pilates. . . . . . . . . . . . .843-681-4267 Crossfit Rebok Center. . . . . . . .843-686-9348 Cross Fit Hilton Head. . . . . . . .843-682-3600 Custom Built Personal Training . . 843-837-3128 Energize Personal Training. . . . .843-842-6867 Esmeralda's Pilates/Massage. . . 843-785-9588 Fabulous Fitness. . . . . . . . . . 843-415-5790 Fiddlers Cove Beach Club. . . . . .843-842-4126 The Fitness Center . . . . . . . . . 843-785-3024 Jiva Yoga Center . . . . . . . . . . 843-247-4549 Lava 24 Fitness. . . . . . . . . . .843-842-3225 Live In Fitness Enterprise. . . . . .843-341-5433 LM Shape . . . . . . . . . . . . . .843-247-7666 Muscles Fitness & More. . . . . . .843-837-5400 Odyssey Health Club. . . . . . . . 843-715-0806 Palmetto Athletic Club. . . . . . . 843-842-3225 Pilates of Hilton Head. . . . . . . .843-341-2166 Progressive Health & Fitness. . . .843-842-3359 Sea Crest Surf & Racquet Club. . . 843-842-4210 Sea Pines Fitness Center. . . . . .843-842-1979 Serendipity Medical Spa Inc.. . . .843-342-2639 Villamare Health Club . . . . . . . 843-686-6429 Westin Health Club. . . . . . . . .843-681-1040 Z4 Fitness Studio. . . . . . . . . .843-681-4646 HEALTH CLUBS - BLUFFTON Benchmark Fitness Center . . . . .843-757-5115 Berkeley Hall Fitness. . . . . . . . 843-815-8985 Curves. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .843-706-2844 Cynergy Fitness. . . . . . . . . . .843-837-2040 Dancing Dogs Yoga. . . . . . . . .843-263-5864 Muscles Fitness & More. . . . . . .843-837-5400 Planet Beach. . . . . . . . . . . . 843-815-4826 Powerhouse Gym. . . . . . . . . . 843-706-9700 Shaping Concepts. . . . . . . . . .843-757-8626 KAYAK, CANOE, WATERSPORTS RENTALS Bluffton Marine Sports & Supply.....843-757-7593 Palmetto Bay Water Sports. . . . .843-785-2345 Island Water Sports. . . . . . . . .843-671-7007 Kayak Hilton Head. . . . . . . . . .843-684-1910 Kwake Watersports . . . . . . . . .843-422-7830 Harbour Town Adventures. . . . . .843-363-2628 Hilton Head Outfitters. . . . . . . .843-686-9097 H20 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-671-4386 Island Head Watersports . . . . . .843-686-4386 One HHI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .843-888-9899 Outside Hilton Head. . . . . . . . .843-686-6996 Jarvis Creek Water Sports. . . . . .843-681-9260 Water-Dog Outfitters. . . . . . . . 843-686-3554 MARINAS Broad Creek Marina. . . . . . . . .843-681-3625 Harbour Town Yacht Basin. . . . .866-561-8802 Hilton Head Boathouse. . . . . . .843-681-2628 Palmetto Bay Marina . . . . . . . .843-785-3910 South Beach Marina . . . . . . . . 843-671-6699 Shelter Cove Marina. . . . . . . . .843-842-7001 MOVIES Cinemark Bluffton. . . . . . . . . 843-757-2859 Coligny Theatre . . . . . . . . . . .843-686-3500 Northridge Cinema 10 . . . . . . . 843-342-3800 Park Plaza Cinema. . . . . . . . . 843-785-5001 MUSEUMS Coastal Discovery Museum. . . . .843-689-6767 Gullah Museum. . . . . . . . . . .843-681-3254 Heyward House – Bluffton. . . . . 843-757-6293 The Sandbox . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-842-7645 PARASAILING H20 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-671-4386 Island Head Watersports . . . . . .843-686-4386 Parasail Hilton Head. . . . . . . . 843-686-2200 Sky Pirate . . . . . . . . . . . . . .843-842-2566 SHOPPING CENTERS - HILTON HEAD Beach Market. . . . . 2 North Forest Beach Drive Bridge Shops. . . . . . . . 24 Palmetto Bay Road Circle Center, HHI. . . . . . . . . 70 Pope Avenue Coligny Plaza. . . . . 1 North Forest Beach Drive Crossroads Shopping Center. 40 Palmetto Bay Rd Festival Center. . . . . . . . . 45 Pembroke Drive Fountain Center. . . . . . . 55 New Orleans Road

Fresh Market Shoppes . . 890 William Hilton Pkwy Gallery of Shops. . . . . . . .14 Greenwood Drive Harbour Town. . . . . . . . 149 Lighthouse Road Heritage Plaza. . . . . . . . . . . 81 Pope Avenue Hilton Head Plaza. . . . . . . 7 Greenwood Drive Island Crossings Shopping Center . . . . . . 11 Palmetto Bay Road Main Street Village. . . . . . . 1411 Main Street Northridge Plaza . . . 435 William Hilton Parkway Orleans Plaza. . . . . . . . 37 New Orleans Road Palmetto Bay Marina . . . . . 86 Helmsman Way Park Plaza. . . . . . . . . . .33 Office Park Road Plantation Center. . . . 807 William Hilton Pkwy Port Royal Plaza. . . . . . . . 95 Matthews Drive Sea Pines Center. . . . . . . 71 Lighthouse Road Sea Turtle Marketplace. 430 William Hilton Pkwy Shelter Cove Harbour. . . . . . Harbourside Lane Shelter Cove Plaza . . . . . 32 Shelter Cove Lane Shelter Cove Towne Centre. . 40 Shelter Cove Ln Shipyard Galleria . . . . . . 1 New Orleans Road South Beach Marina Village. . . . . 232 South Sea Pines Drive South Island Square . . . 841 William Hilton Pkwy Village at Wexford. . . .1000 William Hilton Pkwy Village Exchange. . . . . . 32 Palmetto Bay Road SHOPPING CENTERS - BLUFFTON Belfair Town Village. . . . . . . . 71 Towne Drive Berkeley Place. . . . . . . . 102 Buckwalter Pkwy Bluffton Commons at Belfair. . . 20 Baylor Drive Bridge Center. . . . . . .1540 Fording Island Rd Kitty’s Crossing. . . . . .1008 Fording Island Rd Moss Creek Village. . . . 1533 Fording Island Rd Old Town Bluffton. . . . . . . . . Calhoun Street The Promenade . . . . . . . . . Promenade Street Tanger Factory Outlet I . . 1270 Fording Island Rd Tanger Factory Outlet II. . 1414 Fording Island Rd SHOPPING - FEATURED SHOPS Coligny Kite & Flag Co.. . . . . . .843-785-5483 Gifted. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-842-8787 Outside Hilton Head. . . . . . . . .843-686-6996 Sports Addiction . . . . . . . . . . 843-815-8281 SPAS - HILTON HEAD Ahh Green Spa . . . . . . . . . . . 843-715-2643 All About Me. . . . . . . . . . . . .843-785-2558 Carolina GurlSpa. . . . . . . . . . 843-682-3915 Faces Day Spa. . . . . . . . . . . .843-785-3075 Fountain Spa. . . . . . . . . . . . 843-353-0006 Heavenly Spa by Westin. . . . . . .843-681-1019 Le Spa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .843-363-6000 Serendipity Medical Spa. . . . . . 843-342-2639 Hilton Head Marriot Spa . . . . . .843-686-8420 The Art of Massage. . . . . . . . .843-422-8378 The Sanctuary, A European Day Spa . . . . . . . . 843-842-5999 SPAS - BLUFFTON Ambiance Day Spa & Salon. . . . .843-815-4226 An Image by Temekia. . . . . . . .843-815-4247 European Pedicure. . . . . . . . . 843-227-1410 Colorewerks Salon and Spa. . . . .843-836-3440 Dead Sea Spa. . . . . . . . . . . .843-837-4772 Escape Massage Center . . . . . . 843-757-0479 Inner Peace Massage. . . . . . . .843-368-8854 Kenergi Spa. . . . . . . . . . . . .843-474-1937 Massage Envy. . . . . . . . . . . .843-837-3689 Pretty Woman Day Spa . . . . . . .843-815-2200 Spahh Central. . . . . . . . . . . .843-422-4570 Spa Vino on Calhoun . . . . . . . .843-705-0811 SKINZIN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-368-2660 Village Spa. . . . . . . . . . . . . 843-815-4811 TENNIS CENTERS Palmetto Dunes. . . . . . . . . . .843-785-1152 Port Royal Racquet Club. . . . . . 843-686-8803 Sea Pines Racquet Club . . . . . . 843-363-4495 Shipyard Racquet Club. . . . . . .843-686-8804 Smith Stearns Tennis Academy. . . 843-363-4789 South Beach Racquet Club. . . . .843-671-2215 Van Der Meer . . . . . . . . . . . .843-785-8388 THEATRE/ORCHESTRA Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. . . 843-686-3945 Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra. . 843-842-2055 Main Street Youth Theatre. . . . . 843-689-6246 May River Theatre Co. - Bluffton. . 843-815-5581

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Stack’s

Stack’s Signature Creations

2 Regency Pkwy & 278 Near mile marker 9

(843) 341-3347

www.stackshh.com

$10 - $11

Crème Brulee French Toast

Bakery fresh sourdough bread soaked in cream, vanilla and orange liqueur, grilled and topped with crème brulee and caramel sauces.

Bananas Foster French Toast

Our signature Creme Brulee French Toast topped with our decadent creme brulee sauce, bananas, house made caramel sauce and toasted almonds

Low Country Specialties $10 - $14

South Carolina Crepe & Omelet

Filled with lump crab and shrimp, and topped with lobster sauce.

Shrimp and Grits Chicken & Waffle Low Country Omelet The Southern Comfort Filled with lump crab and topped with Harbour Town Hash

with shrimp and lump crab and eggs

sliced avocado, hollandaise sauce & capers

Biscuit, buttermilk soaked fried chicken tenders, sausage gravy, bacon & eggs

Eggs Benedicts & Omelets $10 - $11

Crab Benedict Spanish Omelet Salmon Benedict Garden Omelet Florentine Benedict Steak & Cheese Fried Green Tomato Benedict

Pancakes & Waffles $6 - $10 Chocolate Chip Pecan Banana

NOW SERVING MIMOSAS & BLOODY MARYS!

Stack’s Weekend Buffet Saturday and Sunday only from 7:30am until 1pm.

Served until 8:30am

Burgers, Sandwiches,

Crepes

Wraps & Salads $8.50 - $12 W

½ lb. Bacon Cheese Burger ger Mushroom Swiss Burger Philly Cheese Steak Fried Green Tomato BLT euben Fish Sandwich Grilled Reuben Chicken Wrap Veggie W Wrap Chicken Caesar Salad Cobb Salad Greek Salad

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Fresh Fruit Blueberry Multi-Grain

$8.50 - $13.50

Bananas Foster Fresh Fruit Chicken Florentine Ultimate Chocolate Southern Crepe

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