The Pines - Vol 2 Issue 12 by localdotcommunity

VOLUME II - ISSUE XII

AN EXCLUSIVE PUBLICATION FOR SEA PINES RESIDENTS

RESIDENT STORY THE ZEHM FAMILY

ARTIST IN RESIDENCE FEATURING MARTHA WORTHY SWEETS, TREATS AND GOOD EATS BY GIGI WILSON

Sea Pines is my home! I met my wife here… Our daughters were born, raised and educated here... Our very best friends are here… And, I’ve been blessed to be involved with nearly 700 property sales in the community during my 21 years of business! I'd be honored to put my experience and passion for Sea Pines real estate to work in the purchase or sale of YOUR home!

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Publisher Message by Joe Nehila Next month in the Pines

Resident Recommended Resident Story featuring The Zehm Family From the Hearth - Caramel ’n Chocolate Pecan Bars Safety Tips - Holiday Fire Safety by Cinda Seamon Artist in Residence featuring Martha Worthy HHAHBA Lighthouse Awards Turtle Talk - Ted the Sea Turtle by Nina Leipold/Mermaid of Hilton Head Eat Local Sweets, Treats and Good Eats by Gigi Wilson First Responder Spotlight - Captain Colin Fanning by Cinda Seamon Real Estate Update How does your garden grow? by Catherine Daugherty

Publisher: Ande Nehila Managing Editor: Joe Nehila Editor: Carlie Sohayda Creative Direction: Nosoco

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Trusted Home Services SPONSORED by Hilton Head Area Builders Association Business Showcase Wiseman Law Firm LLC SPONSORED by Hilton Head Exterminators

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Business Listings

Afterthought - The Gift of the Holidays by Gillian Horsley – Heintz

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In Case You Missed it Community Bulletin Board Charity Spotlight - AHA Heart Ball Tail Tale featuring Birds of Prey by Daniel J. Prohaska, MA, CFRE, Director of Development

Photo Collage Pines ad, Digital Ad Congratulations Community Celebrities Around Town

Designer: Kelly Spinella Community Content Coordinator: Meredith Lakhani Staff Writer: Shannon Prouix Cover Photo: Sonja Rasmussen

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Joe and I have a big announcement.

t’s not the new baby, but we did have one of them. For a variety of reasons, the magazine will shift to a quarterly for 2019 and in between printed versions we will be putting out digital-exclusive magazines on the off months. Why? This is the big question. There are a few reasons, and inquiring minds want to know. For starters, the decision to change the production schedule has nothing really to do with you, dear reader. At least, we know that not many of your have asked for an extension of the production schedule. We know you have enjoyed reading the physical version of the magazine each month and that our effort to keep the percentages of content you read high and the page count manageable has led to engaged readers. Rather, the need for the change is threefold: logistics, partnerships and personal. Of note, this will also allow us time to rectify some logistical issues that have caused delays in delivery. You may have noticed; we did! We thought it would be easy enough to handle this while publishing the magazines monthly, but this multi-dimensional issue appears to have been exacerbated by the rigors of five monthly magazines (that’s the total we do right now, yours and four others). When Joe believed he solved the problem, something else would crop up. We have linked this to three issues and one small contributor (timeliness of submissions, Meredith has really helped us improve) will be corrected by quarterlies with earlier due dates. That coupled with many people wanting to see what

a quarterly might be like, with an increased focus on digital, led us to consider the shift. Finally, on the personal front, some health issues in Joe’s family has led to him feeling like he has not given everyone the attention they deserve. As a small team, this does have an impact. The people behind the scenes stepped up like you could not believe. They are awesome and they have been extra awesome. Joe cannot help but feel that asking everyone to do so much over a prolonged period of time is not fair, so the adjustment in production will ease this burden for these temporary issues. Our team is more excited than ever for the direction we are headed. We look forward to increasing the quality of the quarterly pieces and also trying to grow the digitals that will come out in off months. Readership for the digital pieces has been extremely high and we ask and suggest you be sure to update your information. If you are not sure, you can email info@ localdotcommunity.com to make sure your preferred contact info is on the distribution. What is more, the digital service we use allows for “on-demand” printing for those that may wish to have a physical copy, although sadly it will not be free! If you too are excited about this change, or even if you don’t care for it, I’d love to hear your reaction. Our primary focus is to deliver the best magazines we can for you, our readers, creating the best experience for all stakeholders. Warmly,

Ande & Joe Nehila

Nosoco // 175 Boardwalk Dr. Suite H , Ridgeland, SC 29936 // info@seapines.community // localdotcommunity.com Nosoco is not affiliated with or contracted by The Sea Pines Resort, CSA, ASPPPO or any affiliated club or association. The opinions expressed in The Pines magazine are those of the authors or columnists and do not necessarily reflect the views of the publisher, nor do they or advertisements constitute an endorsement of products or services herein. The Pines retains the right to refuse any materials and advertisements. No portion of this publication may be reproduced without the express written permission of the publisher.

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Antique Store Book from last year Quick Lunch Spot Vegetarian/Vegetable Dish Run/Walk Event Or any other Highly Recommended Businesses

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RESIDENT RECOMMENDED + Each month in the section labeled “Next Month in The Pines” (page 9) as well as in our monthly email, you will find a series of simple questions our staff asks readers. We hope you will join us in the future by emailing responses to info@ seapines.community and giving us your recommendations!

+ Favorite place to buy a Christmas tree? Real or faux? That’s the Christmas question always debated. David Buttersworth said he prefers a fake tree these days and Joe Kernan likes to go to the Greenery for his Christmas tree. “Fake trees these days” - David Buttersworth

+ Favorite charity? This time of the year is the time for giving. The Pines wanted to know your favorite charity that you support. David Buttersworth supports The Deep Well Project and Joe Kernan prefers to support Hilton Head Audubon Society. “Hilton Head Audubon Society” - Joe Kernan

+ Favorite thoughtful gift?

+ Favorite Christmas shop?

Joe Kernan said the most thoughtful gift he has received are flowers. David Buttersworth’s most thoughtful gift was four tickets to the last two rounds of The Open Championship at The Old Course in St. Andrews, Scotland.

There are so many shops we love to visit, especially this time of year! We wanted to know which was your favorite. Joe Kernan says that he likes to go to Branches and David Buttersworth’s favorite is Palmettos.

“4 Tickets to last two rounds of The Open Championship @The Old Course, St. Andrews, Scotland” David Buttersworth

+ Favorite Holiday food tradition or recipe? What’s your favorite food tradition? Everyone has their traditions for the holidays. Joe Kernan’s favorite tradition is the turkey. David Buttersworth enjoys making and decorating both gingerbread houses and gingerbread people!

+ Highly Recommended This month we have two wonderful highly recommended businesses. The first is Forsythe Jewelers recommended by David Buttersworth. The second is from Joe Kernan recommending Tips by Debra nail salon.

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Meet

THE ZEHMS

hey may not have actual superpowers, but that doesn’t stop the Zehms from being the real world “Incredibles”! Dr. Chad T Zehms, MD of Optim Orthopedics credits his family – wife Marci, son Harper and their Boxer Zoey – with being the reason for his incredible life. From the moment his wife Marci said “yes!”, they have lived a life full of enrichment and excitement. Coming from Green Bay, Wisconsin, these Packer fans (don’t hold that against them!) migrated south to Sea Pines on Hilton Head Island a few months ago. Marci’s family had been vacationing on HHI since she was 6-years-old, and after her parents retired here ten years ago, it seemed like a no-brainer that they would follow. Because of the beautiful beaches and the friendly residents, they ultimately decided to settle down in Sea Pines, and currently live on Governors Lane. Before moving here, Dr. Zehms was actively involved in the sports scene. He covered the US Women’s Ski Team in 2008, and was also the sideline team physician for the Green Bay Packers for the last four seasons! Needless to say, being involved with different sports teams encouraged Dr. Zehms’ competitive side, and so far he

has competed in over 10 marathons. Last year he ran in the Hilton Head Marathon and placed first for the Master Runners! He says this division means he is old, but it sounds like he could outrun most people half of his age! Along with his work with the US Women’s Ski Team and the Packers, Dr. Zehm’s also volunteered as a board member for the Boys and Girls Club of Green Bay for several years.

or enjoying the red rocking chairs down in Harbortown. His family also enjoys pizza parties on the beach after everyone else has gone home for the day, or s’mores around a campfire, telling stories. He also claims his pancakes are “the best in the world” or, at least his kids do! He says even his older kids will jump on the bed in the morning, eager to start the day with dad in the kitchen!

Before moving here, Dr. Zehms was actively involved in the sports scene. He covered the US Women’s Ski Team in 2008, and was also the sideline team physician for the Green Bay Packers for the last four seasons! “This move south is the best decision, at the best time, in the best place I could possibly imagine. It’s hard to believe I get to wake up and work every day in such a beautiful place.” Echoing a sentiment felt by many area residents, Dr. Zehms has already found some great local spots in the area. His favorite so far is Jump N’ Phil’s Bar and Grill. Being a Packers fan, it’s great for the Zehms to have a place to join in with other green and gold fans, watching the games and cheering, all just two short miles from home! When not catching a game, he also enjoys going to Porter N’ Pig,

While Dr. Zehms sounds like a role model all on his own, he claims his high school cross country coach, Jon Joquet, as his. Coach Joquet taught him early on to never settle for second place, to never give up, which has pushed Dr. Zehms to some of his accomplishments. When asked about one of his most significant accomplishments, he stated it was taking 3rd place in the Shamrock Marathon, his best finish in a major marathon. Continuing to strive for his personal best is what makes Dr. Zehms “just a regular guy who has lived and is living a truly unbelievable and blessed life”. DECEMBER 2018 I THE PINES 12

CARAMEL ’N CHOCOLATE PECAN BARS By Pat Branning

Granola

2 C all-purpose flour 1 C firmly packed brown sugar 1/2 C butter, softened 1 C pecan halves

Caramel Layer

2/3 C butter 1/2 C firmly packed brown sugar

Chocolate

1 C real semi-sweet chocolate chips

YIELD: 36 BARS This recipe comes from Pat Branning’s newest cookbook Southern Traditions: Volume III in the Shrimp, Collards and Grits series. This cookbook will help you host any get together with Southern hospitality!

Directions: 1

Heat oven to 350 degrees.

2 Combine all crust ingredients except pecans in a bowl. Beat at medium speed until mixture resembles fine crumbs.

Press onto bottom of ungreased 13x9 inch baking pan. Place pecans evenly over unbaked crust. 3

4 Combine 2/3 C butter and 1/2 C brown sugar in a 1-quart saucepan. Cook over

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medium heat, stirring constantly, until entire surface of mixture comes to a boil. Boil 1 minute, stirring constantly. Pour evenly over pecans and crust. 5 Bake 18 to 22 minutes or until entire caramel layer is bubbly. Do not overbake. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with chips. Allow to melt slightly. Swirl chips leaving some whole for a marbled effect. 6

Cool completely before cutting into bars.

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SAFETY TIPS

By Cinda Seamon

Holiday Fire SAFETY

s you decorate your home this holiday season, be sure to take some safety precautions. When using a live tree, check to make sure the needles are fresh and green. They should be green and hard to pull back from the branches. The trunk should be sticky to the touch. Location of the tree is important - do not place it near any heat source like a fireplace. Water your tree daily. Make sure the tree is secure and cannot be knocked over. Make sure all candles are on a sturdy base. Trim wicks before use. Long wicks can cause uneven burning, dripping or flaring. Keep candles away from curtains, windows, or exits. Candles on a low coffee table can be a danger for small children or pets. According to the National Safety Council, the top three days for home-candle fires are Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Never leave candles unattended. When using your fireplace, always have a fireplace guard in place. Choose the right fuel. Generally speaking, hardwood (oak, hickory, etc.) burn cleaner than softwood (fir, cedar, etc.). Never throw

shiny wrapping paper into the fire – it can throw off dangerous sparks and produce a chemical build up that could cause an explosion. Don’t overload logs in the fireplace – they can roll out. Keep Christmas stockings and holiday decorations away from the fireplace. Extinguish fireplace ashes before going to bed or leaving the house. It’s best to have your chimney inspected once a year and cleaned as needed. Be sure all indoor and outdoor holiday lights have a label from an independent testing lab. Don’t keep any lights with frayed or cracked cords or damaged sockets. As a general rule, never connect more than 3 strands of lights together but it’s always best to check the manufacturer’s recommendation. Don’t overload your outlets or run extension cords under carpets. Are your lights approved for outdoor use? Indoor lights can catch fire if used outside. Make sure all exterior lights are plugged into a ground fault interrupter circuit. When putting up lights outside, try to pick a day when the weather is good. Wind can increase the chance of

MAKE SURE ALL CANDLES ARE ON A STURDY BASE. TRIM WICKS BEFORE USE. LONG WICKS CAN CAUSE UNEVEN BURNING, DRIPPING OR FLARING. you losing your balance and in the case of rain, no one wants to be working with electricity! Test all your lights before you get up on the roof. It’s easier to replace bulbs on the ground! Make sure your ladder is on stable even ground before you use it. Keep in mind that decorative lights are made for temporary use - take them down within 90 days to prevent them being damaged by the weather. When you do take down your lights, don’t just throw them in a heap – organize and label the box or wrap them in masking tape and mark the tape. Label whether they are indoor or outdoor lights. Happy and safe decorating!

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ARTIST IN RESIDENCE

Martha Worthy “INSPIRATION EXISTS, BUT IT MUST FIND YOU WORKING” Picasso

riginally from southwestern Virginia, Martha started visiting Hilton Head Island with her family in the mid-70’s. She was immediately enthralled with the Lowcountry landscape, and its flora and fauna. In 1981 she moved to the island after completing her BFA degree. At that time, she, her mother and her sisters, opened and operated a vacation rental company, Worthy Rentals, Inc., one of the earlier vacation rental companies on the island. In 1998, the business was sold and Martha turned to fulfilling her lifelong dream of becoming a full time painter, which was always the plan. Today Martha’s studio is filled with natural history objects found on her daily walks to the beach, around her neighborhood and the Sea Pines Forest preserve. The animal skulls, snakeskins, turtle shells, bird’s nests, and deer antlers are a constant source of inspiration for her. A Victorian butterfly collection and replicas of bird and alligator skulls complete the picture. Her passion for birds in particular is evident in her

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paintings. Her artwork is a combination of scientific accuracy and a degree of creative license as well as a sense of delight in the constantly intriguing shapes and colors found in the subject matter. Handwritten notes and drawings emerging in the background, partially obscured, convey the passage of time and invite a closer look. Martha likes to work in a series and working in her studio on a daily basis, she has developed a practice that is both enjoyable and important to her. “It is deeply satisfying to feel engaged with the materials and subject matter, the love of learning and the thrill of discovery when I’m just fooling around and something new pops up.” Her paintings add to a long line of painter/naturalists like John James Audubon and Mark Catesby, a precursor to Audubon. Favorite contemporary artists include Walton Ford, Wayne Thiebaud and Jamie Wyeth. Travel is another source of inspiration, and such diverse locations like Botswana, Peru, and Ireland have provided insight into the art of their ancient

cultures as well as their natural history. Closer to home, recent hiking trips to western NC have yielded paintings of black bears and white squirrels— new subject matter that was a big surprise to the artist. And the tidal creek behind her house offers a constantly changing panorama of wading birds. Everywhere she goes, Martha is constantly looking for and finding subject matter for future paintings. She continues to pursue her creative education at noteworthy art schools like Anderson Ranch, Penland, and Arrowmont. She has studied with many nationally known painters, printmakers and sculptors. Various scienceoriented programs like the Lowcountry Master Naturalist course have added to her knowledge of the natural world. She exhibits her work locally and regionally in juried, one person and group shows. Her artwork has been featured in

the publications, Southern Living and Coastal Living, and at the Coastal Living Idea House at Habersham and the 5-star Esperanza Resort in Cabo San Lucas. A recent commission for the Miami poet, Jen Karetnick, added a new dimension to Martha’s work as she selected images from Karetnick’s poetry to create a composition that was one of a kind and deeply meaningful to the recipient. “It was wonderful to read her poetry and the vivid imagery found within her poetry was awe inspiring to me.” Currently Martha’s art work may be seen in person at her studio by appointment (contact her at marthaworthyart@ gmail.com) and at her website, www.marthaworthy.com. She encourages studio visits and enjoys the feedback from visitors. Also, she invites you to follow her on Instagram (#marthaworthyart) and on Facebook.

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THIS YEAR’S LIGHTHOUSE AWARD WINNERS ARE IN!

ach fall the local building industry gathers together to learn who will take away coveted “LightHouse” awards. Now in its 19th year, the event took place in November presented by Hilton Head Area Home Builders Association with BB&T Home Mortgage serving as title sponsor. First held in 1999, chairman Dan Monroe calls it the “Academy Awards for our local building industry.” Along with awards for home construction and remodeling, this year included architecture, marketing, and other notable categories. For perspective, the construction cost of this year’s remodeled or newly built home entries ranged from $100,000 to $6.4 million. Twelve judges were welcomed to the area in mid-September to physically judge the construction quality of each home entered! Builders, remodelers, architects and other industry professionals from Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina were this year’s judging professionals. Split into four teams, the judges spent two full days visiting entries from Hilton Head Island to Habersham. Additional judges, all construction and real estate sales and marketing professionals, were later enlisted to judge the LightHouse Awards program’s newly added Sales & Marketing awards categories. In many instances, the separation between runner-up and winner was a fraction of a point. All members of the Home Builders Association, including building industry professionals, subcontractors, and suppliers, who participated in the design and construction of each of the competing homes, were also recognized at the gala. Builders may spend over a year working on a project that, through the judging process, may land them a LightHouse Award or runner-up acknowledgment based on the smallest detail. A sizeable committee and numerous sponsors are responsible each year for the awards along with the judges who come from out of the area to ensure the integrity of the process. Category designations are created to ensure that like homes are judges against each other, whether it be based on the project budget or the size of the company doing the work in comparison to their counterparts. Craftsmanship, demonstrated construction excellence and use of materials are the main criteria for judging the homes. The home builders association attempts to provide an award in each available category, but will not do so when they consider the quality of submissions does not meet the the criteria. Homes are sometimes full-time residences and at other times rental, investment, or vacation properties. A scorecard system is used and following the release of the winners’ information, all applicants are invited to review their scoring at the Home Builders Association. The history of the awards, level of competition, quality of organization and integrity of the awards make the LightHouse Awards amongst the most coveted in the industry. Since the Lowcountry is known for beautiful homes, competition is fierce each year. Those interested in home building and remodeling are sure to get a good start by considering award winners in categories like New

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Home, Kitchen and Bath as well as Remodel. Due to the length of time many of these projects takes, the best builders will sometimes skip a year between applications. Interested parties should go to www.hhahba.com to review this year and past winners. Each spring, area residents, their friends, and those interested in the Lowcountry are also invited to the Lowcountry Home & Garden Show hosted by the local Home Builder Association. An area facility, often the local recreation center, is made over showcasing a variety of builders and subcontractors. For a small fee, participants can buy a ticket to the Parade of Homes Tour. The tour normally features many LightHouse winning homes and builders. People sometimes ask, could my home win a LightHouse Award? Maybe! Many winning homes are not open to the public and will never be on the tour of homes. Their addresses are not made available though you will see a photo (sometimes a photo spread) in promotional materials and/or the yearly Lowcountry Home magazine. These homes have been imagined by a homesite owner who works closely with their preferred builder that builds their dream home. Other times architects, local or those from up north, a project manager, or some other talented professionals may work to execute your vision of the perfect retirement destination or getaway. Following construction (or remodeling), the home is entered for consideration through the local Home Builders Association, an entry fee is paid, and the home is then judged. If the stars align, your home may be acknowledged. Many homes within the community have received LightHouse awards over the years, and your neighbor may have even built one. As evidenced by the categories, it’s not always the most expensive job that wins, rather, there are different categories to ensure that the best quality jobs win based on their contemporaries. Like the Academy Awards that Dan mentioned, some builders will even wait on completing a project with the approval of their client to give them a better opportunity to win during next year’s award season. You only have one opportunity to make a first impression, as they say, but the judges won’t let lipstick trick them! The level of competition is so fierce from year to year that honorable mentions and other such designations are quite meaningful. If you have a great builder and the stars align, your home could win a LightHouse Award too! You will have to be sure to pencil in the Parade of Homes this spring to see other winners and visit the area’s model homes for inspiration. Get your Pinterest boards ready for when you’ll need that inevitable remodel or you decide to upgrade your kitchen or bathroom! You can find all the information about this year’s LightHouse winners as well as the previous few at www.hhahba.com and navigating to the “Events” tab. We also recommend checking out their “Community Resources” tab for great tips on hiring remodelers and more.

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Turtle Talk

TED

the sea turtle Written by Nina Leipold (The Mermaid of Hilton Head)

ed the sea turtle loves swimming in the waters around Hilton Head Island with his friends Stu the dolphin, Puff Puff the Pufferfish, Sammy the Sand Dollar, and the Mermaid of Hilton Head. One day when Ted was swimming with his friends he noticed plastic toys floating in the water; a lot of plastic toys. “What is all of this?” Ted asked. “These are plastic beach toys.” said the Mermaid of Hilton Head. “The children who played with them left them on the beach because they didn’t want them anymore. Then the tide came in and pushed them into our ocean home. This is a problem because plastic stays in the ocean forever and it makes sea turtles, like you, and other sea life sick.”

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This news made Ted feel sad. “What can we do to fix this problem?” he asked as the two collected all of the beach toys. “I think I know someone who can help! Follow me!” said the mermaid. Ted scooped up the beach toys he collected and followed his mermaid friend to see if she could help. They swam for days and the water kept getting colder and colder until they reached the North Pole. “Where are we?” Ted asked, his serrated beak chattering. “We are in Santa Claus’ home!” The mermaid replied. “I know him from when we saved the coral together. He’s my friend. I think he can help!” Then, the two friends swam over to an iceberg to find Santa Claus preparing the presents for Christmas. “Hello Santa!” they said. Santa turned around. “Well hello there! If it isn’t my friend, the Mermaid of Hilton Head and who might this be?” “Santa, meet Ted the turtle. He has a question to ask you.” the mermaid said. Ted looked over at Santa who had a

worried look on his face as he looked at the presents he was preparing for Christmas. “Do you have enough presents for all of the children around the world this year?” Ted asked. Santa bowed his head sadly, “Unfortunately this year we fell a little bit short. There will be quite a few kids who won’t get any presents this Christmas.” “I think I can help!” Ted replied excitedly. “We have collected a lot of abandoned plastic beach toys. If they stay in the ocean my family and I and the other sea life will get sick. Maybe you could use them? They are perfectly good toys.” Santa thought that was a great idea. He took the toys that they collected and put them in his bag of presents. He knew these would make the children so happy on Christmas Day. Santa thanked them and flew away in his sleigh. Ted the sea turtle and the Mermaid of Hilton Head were so happy that all the children around the world would get a present and all the sea life would get a clean, healthy ocean this year for Christmas.

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Sweets, Treats & Good Eats

t’s hard to believe, I know, but here we are, heading right into the madness of the holiday season! I love this time of year. For me, the season has always been about food, of course! Which is obviously why I love it so much. My idea of a super great holiday is all in the sharing of the wonderful flavors of the season…the people, the smells, the music, the sounds, and the food! When I was a child, Christmas at our house was quite a production, starting the day before Thanksgiving right through New Years Day. My mother and grandmother started cooking, baking and decorating for Christmas the minute the dishes cleared from Thanksgiving dinner. Cookies, cakes, pies, candies, appetizers that could be

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frozen and easily reheated for a party, or just in case someone might drop by. My father spent the entire month trimming the Christmas tree and assembling his 1938 Lionel train that traveled a figure eight around the tree and its neighboring winter wonderland village of multi-colored lighted houses, bridges and street lights all covered in Styrofoam snow while the record player (yes, I’m that old!) was stacked tall with Andy Williams, Johnny Mathis, Frank Sinatra and Henry Mancini

holiday albums, which played continuously for those few weeks. I don’t know about you, but I can remember the smells and sounds from those days, like they just happened yesterday. Such special memories of waking in the dark wondering if it was soon time to run downstairs and start celebrating Christmas morning. This was not permitted until we could smell coffee brewing, signaling that our parents were up, and then the most excruciating rule, we had to have breakfast with the family before we could go to the Christmas tree where all of our freshly wrapped gifts and treats were waiting. My mother would always have a wonderful freshly baked tray of cinnamon rolls, oozing with cinnamon

“I’VE LIVED IN HILTON HEAD FOR OVER 35 HOLIDAYS NOW, AND COOKING AND ENTERTAINING FRIENDS AND FAMILY IS STILL MY MOST FAVORITE PART OF THE SEASON.”

filling, drizzled with a warm lemony glaze. As much I as I wanted to savor every wonderful bite, we were in such a bustle to get to the “good stuff,” that we would nearly swallow those delicious hot pastries whole just to claim we were finished and move on to the Christmas morning jamboree of diving into those beautifully wrapped packages while watching the train circle around the tree. But my favorite part of the holiday was in the kitchen, helping to prepare the holiday feast. Those are the aromas I crave to this day and the part of the season that I most love to share. I’ve lived in Hilton Head for over 35 holidays now, and cooking and entertaining friends and family is still my most favorite part of the season. I start planning my Thanksgiving dinner by the end of October and have the rest of the holiday season planned out before the first week in December. One thing about holiday entertaining that makes it so much easier, is pre-planning. I try to do as much prep as I can in advance and I like to keep the menu fresh and simple. There is no need for a vast array of dishes on a holiday buffet, stick with your main dish (whatever your holiday tradition may be, I actually like to have both a meat and a fish, but simply prepared) a starch, and a fresh vegetable. Soups are a great starter because they can be prepared entirely in advance and just reheated at serving time. My favorite holiday dessert is cupcakes! They can also be prepared in advance and are already in individual servings, so no need to slice and plate! I like to decorate a fun holiday platter or cake stand with cupcakes and festive fresh herbs and fruits of the season (like rosemary, cranberries, currants or

grapes) and then just pass it around the table after dinner. It’s relaxed and easy and makes holiday entertaining super fun & simple! My Jeff’s favorite is my coconut crème cupcakes for holiday celebrations. They are light and fluffy and festively decorated with a little sprinkle of toasted coconut and decorative holiday sugar. It doesn’t take a lot of time or effort to make presentation a little extra special. The secret is the mascarpone crème frosting, so creamy and heavenly delicious! I hope

you and your family enjoy them as much as I enjoy sharing them with you! Holidays are meant to be fun, especially for the cook! Remember, keep it simple and fresh, then you can relax and enjoy the holiday with everyone else! What are your favorite holiday memories and recipes? I’d love to hear them! For more Fun & Simple holiday ideas, visit my website gigiwilson.com and check out my new lifestyle cookbook, “Fun & Simple Gourmet,” just filled with beautiful food photographs, simple to prepare recipes, tips and menu planning ideas, plus it makes a super great gift! Enjoy your holiday season, and…

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FIRST RESPONDER

NAME: Captian Colin Fanning JOB: Battalion Chief of Safety and Professional Development EMPLOYER: Hilton Head Island Fire Rescue

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If my wife could name a hobby for me, it would be remodeling their kitchen since it’s been going on for years now! WHAT DO YOU DO WITH YOUR FREE TIME? I have a family with 3 boys, and am also a business owner which makes me very busy during my off time. When I do relax, I like to go with my family to discover new things in nature. Whether it’s a day trip or a long weekend, I feel it’s just right to introduce my boys to nature.

olin has been with Hilton Head Island Fire Rescue for 13 years and was recently at Station 1 in Shipyard until he was promoted a couple months ago to Battalion Chief of Safety and Professional Development. He is now excited to work with the department’s

key players in developing personnel, building a healthy learning and educational environment and being able to remove roadblocks from people trying to do their job. He is also a Fire Officer III, rescue technician, hazardous materials technician and a SC Dept of Motor Vehicle Safety Officer.

WHAT’S THE MOST REWARDING PART OF YOUR JOB? Helping people when they are experiencing their worst situation. I enjoy being challenged and serving the community. DO YOU HAVE ANY HOBBIES?

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TELL US MORE ABOUT YOURSELF. Kelly and I married in 2010 in Clarks Summit, PA. Our first baby, Lachlan was born in 2013. We had another named Tadhg (it’s like Tiger without the R) in 2015, and in 2017 another boy, Cashel was born. I own a courier company, In a Pinch Courier Service, which prides itself on being reliable and on time. You might see me riding around in my purple Scion!

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REAL ESTATE Snapshot

$1.1 MILLION - $500,000

$500,000 - $315,000

Homes for Sale 66 Otter Road 69 Lawton Road 1 Fawn Lane 4 Wood Duck Court 21 Shell Ring Road 25 Governors Lane 8 Wood Duck Court 32 Oak Court 59 Wood Duck Road 12 Columbine Lane 112 Otter Road 54 Shell Ring Rd 7 Pender Lane 3 Beaver Lane 14 Club Course Dr 2 Sweet Gum Lane 32 Forest Drive 99 Governors Road 259 Greenwood Drive 43 Forest Drive 25 Pine Island Court 14 Willow Oak Road W 20 Wood Duck Court 90 Club Course Drive 26 Baynard Cove Road 89 Baynard Cove Road 2 Rice Lane 10 Willow Oak Road 11 Wood Duck Road 47 Lawton Road 38 Woodbine Place 77 Governors Road 71 Club Course Drive 44 Planters Wood Drive 2 Saint Andrews Place 9 S Live Oak Road 26 Newhall Road 15 Old Military Road 47 Oak Court 8 Deer Run Lane 141 N Sea Pines Drive 6 Governors Lane 10 Stoney Creek Road 26 Red Maple Road 8 Gull Point Road 40 Plantation Drive 19 Gunnery Lane 3 Governors Road 33 Red Oak Road 11 Red Oak Road 18 Gunnery Lane 41 Governors Road 8 Beachside Drive 17 Old Military Road 56 Deer Run Lane 5 Saint Andrews Place 2 Gull Point Road 23 Shell Ring Road 84 S Sea Pines Drive 12 Forest Drive 34 Windjammer Court 10 Wren Drive 28 Club Course Drive 9 Baynard Cove Road 12 Sandfiddler Road 26 Stoney Creek Road 68 Baynard Cove Road 117 N Sea Pines Drive 7 Planters Wood Court 26 Ridgewood Lane 100 Baynard Cove Road

BEDS

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 5 2 3 4 3 3 3 4 4 3 3 3 4 3 3 4 3 3 3 4 3 3 4 4 4 3 4 4 4 4 3 4 3 3 4 3 5 3 4 3 3 3 4 4 3 4 5 4 4 5 5 4

BATH

2 3 2 3 3 3 2 2 3 2 3 3 2 3 2 3 3 2 2 4 2 3 5 3 4 3 3 5 3 3 3 4 3 3 4 2 3 2 5 2 3 4 4 5 3 5 3 4 4 3 4 3 2 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 3 3 4 3 4 4 5 4 6 5 5

PRICE

$389,000 $399,000 $419,000 $424,900 $449,000 $450,500 $465,000 $479,000 $489,000 $499,000 $499,000 $499,000 $509,000 $525,000 $545,000 $549,000 $550,000 $565,000 $579,900 $585,000 $595,000 $599,000 $599,900 $610,000 $618,000 $619,000 $635,900 $645,000 $650,000 $659,000 $659,000 $679,000 $679,000 $689,000 $699,000 $699,000 $699,000 $719,000 $724,000 $730,000 $740,000 $749,000 $749,000 $759,900 $769,000 $775,000 $779,000 $785,000 $789,000 $799,000 $799,000 $799,000 $800,000 $819,000 $825,000 $839,900 $849,000 $849,000 $849,000 $849,900 $850,000 $850,000 $865,000 $867,300 $875,000 $895,000 $899,000 $929,000 $949,000 $969,000 $986,427

For Sale

HOME FOR SALE 59 WOOD DUCK ROAD HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SOUTH CAROLINA 29928 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,937 sqft $489,000

HOME FOR SALE 50 MARSH ISLAND RD HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SOUTH CAROLINA 29928 6 beds, 8 baths, 10,020 sqft $8,450,000

Information was current as of November 15, 2018 and curated from Â©MLS of Hilton Head Island. Just Sold goes back October 2018. The information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. This is not intended to solicit property that is currently on the market. Lot availability and pricing subject to change without notice. Special thanks to Cathie Rasch and the RE/MAX Team for helping keep the community up to date this month.

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4 5 7 5 5 5 5 6 3 5 7 4 6 4 4 4 3 5 4 5 4 5 5 3 6 4 4 5 3 6 7 6 5 8 4 6 6 5 7 6 4 6 6 6 6 6 7 6 7 6 6 7 5 5 10 5 7 6 9 8 7 7 7 5 6 5 7 7 6

PRICE

$999,000 $1,029,000 $1,085,000 $1,095,000 $1,095,000 $1,097,000 $1,099,000 $1,100,000 $1,175,000 $1,175,000 $1,179,000 $1,199,000 $1,199,000 $1,199,000 $1,200,000 $1,229,000 $1,234,000 $1,250,000 $1,275,000 $1,295,000 $1,300,000 $1,358,000 $1,385,000 $1,500,000 $1,569,900 $1,595,000 $1,629,000 $1,685,000 $1,699,000 $1,725,000 $1,739,000 $1,750,000 $1,850,000 $1,959,000 $1,975,000 $2,075,000 $2,154,000 $2,200,000 $2,225,000 $2,250,000 $2,285,000 $2,295,000 $2,350,000 $2,395,000 $2,395,000 $2,449,000 $2,500,000 $2,550,000 $2,550,000 $2,595,000 $2,600,000 $2,699,000 $2,800,000 $2,950,000 $2,990,000 $2,995,000 $2,995,000 $3,050,000 $3,200,000 $3,300,000 $3,650,000 $3,889,000 $3,895,000 $3,900,000 $3,900,000 $3,995,000 $3,995,000 $3,999,000 $5,250,000

Homes for Sale

BEDS

24 Belted Kingfisher 17 Spotted Sandpiper Road 4 S Calibogue Cay Road 16 Whistling Swan Road 14 Laughing Gull Road 50 Marsh Island Rd 51 Marsh Island Rd 43 S Beach Lagoon Drive 23 Belted Kingfisher

Homes Under Contract

1 MILLION - $330 K

BATH

3.9MILLION - 1 MILLION

3 Long Marsh Lane 2 Genoa Court 59 Oyster Landing Ln 30 Audubon Pond Road 14 Harleston Green 15 Black Skimmer Road 67 Baynard Cove Road 70 S Sea Pines Drive 37 Lighthouse Lane 1 Gadwall Road 182 Club Course Drive 1 Black Duck Road 5 Magnolia Cresent Road 9 Bald Eagle Road 9 Black Skimmer Road 5 Calibogue Cay Road 46 Lands End Road 55 Hearthwood Drive 20 Audubon Pond Road 9 Baynard Peninsula 47 Lands End Road 6 Painted Bunting Road 79 Plantation Drive 43 Lighthouse Lane 7 S Beach Ln 12 Harleston Green 44 N Calibogue Cay Road 72 N Sea Pines Drive 36 S Beach Lane 5 Atlantic Pointe Drive 102 Baynard Cove Road 10 Twin Pines Road 7 Green Wing Teal Road 34 Baynard Cove Road 14 Cedar Wax Wing Road 30 Harleston Green 13 Belted Kingfisher 7 Painted Bunting Road 8 W Beach Lagoon Road 80 N Sea Pines Drive 50 N Calibogue Cay Road 25 Ruddy Turnstone Road 6 W Beach Lagoon Road 12 Piping Plover Road 8 Whistling Swan Road 11 Surf Scoter Road 10 Royal Tern Road 28 Duck Hawk Road 6 Belted Kingfisher 11 Cedar Wax Wing Road 7 Royal Tern Road 10 Spinnaker Court 20 Black Skimmer Road 26 Duck Hawk Road 12 Royal Tern Road 15 Mizzenmast Lane 221 S Sea Pines Drive 12 Grey Widgeon Road 19 W Beach Lagoon Road 17 Wood Ibis Rd 21 Painted Bunting Road 19 Bald Eagle Road 37 Ruddy Turnstone Road 8 Brown Pelican Road 7 Gadwall Road 2 E Beach Lagoon Drive 23 Red Cardinal Road 9 Black Duck Road 26 Wood Ibis Road

BEDS

36 Wood Duck Road 6 Acorn Lane 4 Cotton Lane 6 E Garrison Place 24 Water Oak Dr 1 Wildwood Court 83 Governors Road 38 Shell Ring Road 2 Dewberry Lane 2 Wood Duck Court 29 Oak Court 28 Willow Oak Road W 141 Club Course Drive 16 Deer Run Lane 22 Audubon Pond Road 31 Wisteria Lane 28 Governors Lane 43 Hearthwood Drive 27 Red Maple Road 20 Newhall Road 48 Harleston Green 227 S Sea Pines Drive 25 Oyster Landing Road 2 Oyster Catcher Road 9 Piping Plover Road 8 Twin Pines Road 6 Piping Plover Road 7 N Calibogue Cay Road 13 Piping Plover Road 22 Duck Hawk Road

Homes Sold

$4.8 MILLION- $575K

13 MILLION - 1.1 MILLION

Homes for Sale

6 Rice Lane 2 Woodbine Road 131 N Sea Pines Drive 15 Wood Duck Road 24 Planters Wood Drive 51 Lawton Road 32 Stoney Creek Road 67 Plantation Drive 2 Laughing Gull Road 28 Red Maple Rd 26 Saint Andrews Place 9 Duck Hawk Road 61 Lighthouse Lane

BATH

PRICE

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8 6 8 8 8 8 2 7 8

BEDS

BATH

PRICE

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$330,000 $399,900 $429,000 $450,000 $469,900 $474,900 $489,000 $499,000 $499,000 $517,000 $539,000 $589,000 $600,000 $619,000 $649,000 $649,000 $659,900 $729,000 $750,000 $875,000 $899,000 $949,000 $1,115,000 $1,149,000 $1,475,000 $1,920,000 $2,645,000 $2,750,000 $3,850,000 $3,999,000

$5,495,000 $6,799,500 $6,900,000 $7,335,000 $7,950,000 $8,450,000 $8,450,000 $8,900,000 $13,000,000

BEDS

BATH

4 3 4 4 5 4 3 5 4 4 4 6 4

3 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 7 5

PRICE

$575,000 $675,000 $717,500 $722,000 $740,000 $749,000 $780,000 $845,000 $925,000 $1,250,000 $1,325,000 $1,600,000 $1,850,000

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REAL ESTATE Snapshot

Villas

James understands the value of owning in Sea Pines, because he owns property here himself.

James Wedgeworth

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$217,500 $249,000 $259,000 $269,900 $285,000 $299,000 $335,000 $349,500 $359,000 $359,000 $370,000 $385,000 $389,000 $397,500 $399,000 $399,900 $420,000 $425,000 $425,000 $429,000 $429,000 $429,000 $435,000 $437,500 $448,900 $449,000 $449,000 $457,500 $469,000 $475,000 $479,000 $480,000 $485,000 $494,000 $499,000 $499,000 $499,000 $515,000 $520,000 $529,000 $545,000 $549,000 $549,000 $575,000 $589,000 $599,000 $614,500 $629,000 $629,000 $639,000 $649,000 $649,000 $679,000 $689,000 $695,000 $695,000 $713,000 $724,000 $765,000 $799,000 $885,000 $1,140,000

Villas for Sale

$1.1 MIL & UP

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BEDS

253 S Sea Pines Drive Unit#1452 135 Lighthouse Road Unit#800 251 S Sea Pines Drive Unit#1902 225 S Sea Pines Drive Unit#1418 1 Beach Lagoon Road Unit#2003 251 S Sea Pines Drive Unit#1936 251 S Sea Pines Drive Unit#1931 1 Beach Lagoon Unit#202 251 S Sea Pines Drive Unit#1934

Villas Under Contract

$625,000 - $249,00

8 Braddock Bluff Drive Unit#1799 2 Lighthouse Lane Unit#884 108 Lighthouse Road Unit#2366 8 Braddock Bluff Drive Unit#1813 2 Lighthouse Lane Unit#870 41 Night Heron Lane Unit#28 2002 Deer Island Road Unit#2002 108 Lighthouse Road Unit#2324 962 Lighthouse Lane Unit#962 2 Lighthouse Lane Unit#825 40 Planters Wood Drive Unit#2530 19 Stoney Creek Road Unit#296 23 Lake Forest Drive Unit#3327 6 Braddock Bluff Drive Unit#1660 6 Lighthouse Lane Unit#904 17 Lawton Drive Unit#166 108 Lighthouse Road Unit#2371 6 Lighthouse Lane Unit#902 15 Lighthouse Road Unit#31 2 Lighthouse Lane Unit#867 147 Lighthouse Road Unit#681 212 Greenwood Drive Unit#332 230 Greenwood Drive Unit#347 2 Lighthouse Lane Unit#862 9 Lighthouse Road Unit#8 135 Lighthouse Road Unit#805 22 Lighthouse Road Unit#506 19 Stoney Creek Road Unit#255 62 Plantation Drive Unit#141A 19 Stoney Creek Road Unit#241 62 Plantation Drive Unit#142A 135 Lighthouse Road Unit#802 212 Greenwood Drive Unit#333 40 Governors Road Unit#2823 Trust the agent that knows 20 Calibogue Cay Road Unit#2605 how to get Cay yourRoad Sea Unit#378 Pines 21 Calibogue property sold. 21 Calibogue Cay Road Unit#364 230 Greenwood Drive Unit#345 230 Greenwood Drive Unit#346 James Wedgeworth has an 21 Calibogue marketing Cay Road Unit#370 unbeatable plan, 212 Greenwood Driveinternet Unit#331 a second-to-none 40 Governors Road Unit#2832 presence, a dedicated staff, 108 N Sea Pines Drive Unit#560 and a record that cannot 20 Calibogue Cay Road Unit#2612 beat. Lane Unit#955 6be Lighthouse 225 S Sea Pines Drive Unit#1424 2 Lighthouse Lane Unit#856 6 Lighthouse Lane Unit#954 108 N Sea Pines Drive Unit#554 Charter Realty 226 S Sea PinesOne Drive Unit#1614 PO Box 6125 147 Lighthouse Road Unit#683 Hilton Head Island, 29938 225 S Sea Pines DriveSC Unit#1409 james@jameswedgeworth.com 226 S Sea Pines Drive Unit#1598 (843)Pines 686 9513 247 S Sea Drive(office) Unit#1854 (843)Pines 656-9513 (direct) 226 S Sea Drive Unit#1620 2 Lighthouse Lane Unit#852 (843) 384-7825 (cell) 247 S(888) Sea Pines Drive 478-4972 (tollUnit#1887 free) 225 S Sea Pines Drive Unit#1401 247 S Sea Pines Drive Unit#1836 18 Lighthouse Lane Unit#1042 247 S Sea Pines Drive Unit#1882 51 Lighthouse Lane Unit#1085

BATH

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5 4 3 4 3 5 5 3 5

BEDS

108 Lighthouse Road Unit#2357 6 Lighthouse Lane Unit#966 108 Lighthouse Road Unit#2338 147 Lighthouse Road Unit#667 18 Lighthouse Road Unit#482 10 Lighthouse Road Unit#436 15 Lighthouse Road Unit#41 22 Lighthouse Road Unit#534 18 Lighthouse Lane Unit#1022 2 Lighthouse Lane Unit#835 147 Lighthouse Road Unit#682 226 S Sea Pines Drive Unit#1626 5 Lake Forest Drive Unit#3369 108 N Sea Pines Drive Unit#555

PRICE

$1,149,000 $1,150,000 $1,195,000 $1,379,000 $1,549,000 $1,599,000 $1,649,000 $1,750,000 $1,750,000

BATH

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PRICE

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$249,000 $299,000 $299,900 $300,000 $349,900 $364,900 $369,000 $369,000 $379,000 $385,000 $449,000 $449,900 $475,000 $622,500

VILLAS UNDER CONTRACT: 14

10 UNDER $400,000

Villas Sold $915,000 -$185,000

$500,000 - $1.1 MILLION

UNDER $500,000

Villas for Sale

13 Lawton Drive Unit#102 2 Braddock Bluff Drive Unit#1720 147 Lighthouse Road Unit#680 6 Lighthouse Lane Unit#965 101 Lighthouse Road Unit#2294 21 Calibogue Cay Road Unit#363

OVER $400,000

BEDS

2 2 2 2 4 2

BATH

2 2 2 3 4 2

PRICE

$371,000 $380,000 $395,000 $457,000 $475,000 $599,000

BATH

SQ FT

4 4 2,705 16 Spinnaker Court 4 3 2,042 24 Lands End Court 4 4 1,973 2 Laughing Gull Road 4 4 2,657 12 Braddock Cove 4 4 3,467 12 Twin Pines Road 3 3 2,900 9 Baynard Cove Road 4 3 4,609 100 Baynard Cove Road 4 4 2,845 2 Genoa Court 4 4 3,632 18 Woodbine Place 4 3 3,756 11 Saint Andrews Place 4 4 3,925 15 Duck Hawk Road 4 3 3,086 18 Audubon Pond Road 4 4 3,127 35 Gull Point Road 4 4 2,596 6 Ruddy Turnstone Road 3 3 1,771 46 Lands End Road 4 2 2,519 15 Gull Point Road 4 3 3,354 1 Greenwood Court 5 5 3,797 9 Greenwood Court 5 5 4,320 22 N Live Oak Road VILLA FOR SALE 4 4 1 135 BlackLIGHTHOUSE Duck Road ROAD UNIT#800 2,910 6 6 5,261 182 Club Course HILTON HEADDrive ISLAND, SC 29928 4 5 3,641 31 S Live Oak Road $1,150,000 3 3 3,000 3 3Long Lane beds,Marsh 5 baths, 1652 sqft 5 5 3,446 6 Red Cardinal Road 4 4 3,104 2 Red Oak Road 4 4 4,082 24 Heritage Road 4 4 3,600 26 Saint Andrews Place 5 5 5,602 1 Baynard Park Rd SE 5 5 4,475 4 Twin Pines Road 4 3 2,947 47 Baynard Cove Road 3 3 2,208 43 Lighthouse Lane 4 4 4,319 4 Jessamine Place 6 6 3,618 9 Piping Plover Road 6 5 5,917 102 Baynard Cove Road$500,000 UNDER OVER 4 5 3,952 2 Bald Eagle Road W 5 5 4,005 5 Atlantic Pointe Drive 3 2 2,800 21 N Calibogue Cay Road 6 5 4,597 77 Baynard Cove Road 5 6 3,340 31 Baynard Cove Road 4 4 5,034 50 N Calibogue Cay Road 5 5 3,708 12 Green Heron Road 5 5 6,236 17 Marsh Drive 7 6 4,300 27 Ruddy Turnstone Road 5 6 4,075 11 Cedar Wax Wing Road 5 5 4,067 28 Duck Hawk Road 5 5 3,992 12 Piping Plover Road 8 7 5,700 10 Royal Tern Road 4 4 4,129 21 Black Skimmer Road 6 6 3,550 12 Grey Widgeon Road 9 10 7,311 12 Royal Tern Road 6 5 6,465 6 Black Duck Road 2 2 1,874 6 S Calibogue Cay Road 5 5 5,943 19 Bald Eagle Road 5 4 3,680 22 Duck Hawk Road 6 6 5,040 9 Black Duck Road 5 5 4,122 2 E Beach Lagoon Drive 4 4 4,771 16 Grey Widgeon Road 5 5 5,200 19 Red Cardinal Road 4 5 6,134 26 Sandhill Crane Road V ILLA FOR SALE 5 7 11,390 4 S Calibogue Cay Road 1 BEACH LAGOON ROAD UNIT #2003, 4 4 4,344 17 Spotted Sandpiper Road HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC 29928 4 5 6,100 17 S Beach Lagoon Drive $1,549,000

PRICE

$947,000 $975,000 $995,000 $999,900 $1,025,000 $1,060,000 $1,150,000 $1,159,000 $1,195,000 $1,199,000 $1,199,000 $1,199,000 $1,200,000 $1,240,000 $1,249,000 $1,250,000 $1,295,000 $1,295,000 $1,299,000 $1,299,000 $1,299,000 $1,299,000 $1,299,000 $1,325,000 $1,325,000 $1,395,000 $1,395,000 $1,395,000 $1,399,000 $1,495,000 $1,500,000 $1,549,000 $1,549,500 $1,749,000 $500,000 $1,849,000 $1,895,000 $1,990,000 $1,995,000 $1,999,500 $2,100,000 $2,195,000 $2,200,000 $2,399,000 $2,595,000 $2,599,000 $2,710,000 $2,850,000 $2,959,000 $3,350,000 $3,495,000 $3,995,000 $3,999,000 $3,999,000 $3,999,000 $3,999,000 $4,200,000 $4,399,000 $4,999,000 $5,450,000 $6,900,000 $6,997,000 $7,950,000

VILLAS FOR SALE: 71

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BEDS

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Homes for Sale

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REAL ESTATE Snapshot

Lots & Boat Slips

300,000 AND UNDER

Boat Slips for Sale 60 Harbour Town Yacht Basin 23 Harbour Town Yacht Basin 42 Harbour Town Yacht Basin 50 HT Boatslip 65 Harbour Town Yacht Basin 68 HT Boatslip 25 HT Yacht Basin slip 48 Harbour Town Yacht Basin C-33 Harbourtown Yacht Basin 20 Harbour Town Yacht Basin 12 HT Yacht Basin

PRICE

$132,500 $139,000 $149,000 $169,000 $180,000 $199,000 $199,000 $199,000 $275,000 $279,000 $279,000

HOME SITE FOR SALE

42 Gull Point Road $1,019,000

$7 MILLION-$130,000

Homesites for Sale 61 Club Course Drive 143 Club Course Drive 27 Shell Ring Road 61 Shell Ring Road 13 Hollyberry Lane 3 Sweet Gum Lane 25 Sandfiddler Road 32 Wood Duck Court 53 Hearthwood Drive 8 Plantation Drive 5 Twin Pines Road 59 Stoney Creek Road 146 N Sea Pines Drive 12 Spinnaker Court 44 Woodbine Place 2 Baynard Cove Road 64 Stoney Creek Road 15 Twin Pines Road 8 Canvasback Road 86 S Sea Pines Drive 16 Green Heron Road 42 Gull Point Road 16 Bald Eagle Road W 5 Gadwall Road 15 Royal Tern Road

PRICE

$134,000 $155,000 $187,500 $190,000 $199,000 $225,000 $231,500 $240,000 $349,000 $449,000 $495,000 $525,000 $529,000 $535,000 $560,000 $599,000 $599,000 $699,000 $719,000 $875,000 $899,000 $1,019,000 $1,129,000 $3,750,000 $6,999,999

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12 HT YACHT BASIN HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC 29928 $279,000 - 50 ft. Boat Slip ON THE FRONT WALL in Harbour Town Marina, a most desirable location! Fee simple ownership. Harbour Town Yacht Club membership with 4th floor Club (food & beverage).

H O W D O E S YO U R

GARDEN GROW? By Catherine Daugherty, Director of Member Relations and Communications, Sea Pines Country Club

Grub worm

The care that southern lawns, plants, and shrubs require can vary drastically from where you lived prior to the paradise you now call home. Tom Metzger, Director of Golf Course Maintenance has been working his magic to keep the grounds and Club Course of Sea Pines Country Club in pristine condition for over 20 years.

n this article, he emphasizes the importance of understanding the difference in soil consistencies, temperatures, and rainfall and shares his expertise in maintaining a yard that you can be proud of all year long.

WATERING YOUR LAWN

which contains no fertilizer. An April application of quality fertilizer rich in nitrogen and potassium, in combination with an early March weed control, will encourage lush growth and prevent disease once the warmer temperatures and rainfall come.

As cooler temperatures sneak up on us, southern lawns will typically begin to go dormant in mid to late October. During the winter months of December through March, your irrigation system should be turned off, only watering manually if we are experiencing a dry, warm period. Tom urges that you evaluate your irrigation system annually and consider the type of grass you have, in combination with the amount of shade and type of soil, in determining the length of time and number of days you set your irrigation once spring arrives but “typically, no more than a 15-20-minute application, per zone, two or three times a week is more than enough,” says Tom.

PRUNING YOUR SHRUBS

INSECT CONTROL

Although it doesn’t seem this way at times, Hilton Head Island, in fact has four seasons! Flowers should be swapped out four times a year to maintain a beautiful and manicured yard. Although many perennials grow best in stronger light and warmer temperatures, winterflowering plants like pansies, violets, and pinks can add robust color to your garden.

Lawn loving insects are not only a nuisance but can cause serious and unsightly damage to your lawn. It is best to treat for insects in May using insecticides that include bifenthrin and imidacloprid as their application will prevent and treat active infestation of grubs, mole crickets, fire ants, fleas, and ticks. Both chemicals contain the active ingredients that are commonly found in our pets’ flea and tick treatments.

WINTER WEED CONTROL & FERTILIZATION

Pre-emergent should be applied to your lawn at the beginning of March. Tom explains that most commercial pre-emergents include a coated fertilizer carrier, rich in nitrogen (encourages growth) which is unnecessary this time of year as the grass is unable to absorb theses nutrients in its dormant state and recommends a flat pre-emergent

Tom reminds us that December is the perfect time for heavy pruning (using loppers) of shrubs like Ligustrum and Azalea. Be aware of frost situations and younger plants that may require coverage during those times. It is important to take note, as we come out of winter in February and March, fertilizing your shrubs with an application that contains potassium and phosphorus is extremely beneficial for root building, budding, and spring rejuvenation. This will ensure healthy growth in the spring when these southern beauties are known to take bloom.

WINTER-FLOWERING PLANTS

SEA PINES COUNTRY CLUB MARSHSIDE GARDEN

Our garden grows just like any other garden in the south and is chock full of cool weather-loving plants including carrots, kale, cauliflower, broccoli, collards, and brussel sprouts. Our garden was planted in early October with the kale and collards ready for their debut in some Chef Brian Coseo’s menu additions. The brussel sprouts will be ready for harvesting in January and the carrots in March. There is always a good time of year to grow fresh vegetables here and we take full advantage!

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here are two ways your window coverings can help control the temperature of your home and make your living space more comfortable. Living in Hilton Head, most of us are very familiar with the long season of hot, sticky temperatures. During our sweltering summers, a great way to control comfort and temperature within your home is by controlling the solar energy, or the sun. When the sun shines in, it heats everything it touches: the floor, table, sofa- everything gets hot as the energy from the sun heats up the room. Even after the sun clears the window, those objects are still radiating heat, making the room feel hot and causing you to send your air conditioner into overdrive. By lowering your window coverings and stopping the solar energy gain at the right times of day, you can help keep the AC off, saving energy and money. Because we live in a warmer climate, controlling the solar heat gain is often the primary goal; however, I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know about you, but I was not prepared for last winterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s freezing cold temperatures and, we found, neither was our heat pump. The second way window coverings can help control the temperature within your home is by insulating the window in the winter months, keeping the cold temperatures out. Everything gives off radiant heat. When you give off more body heat to the cold glass of the window, you feel colder. It can feel like a chilly draft, even near a well-sealed window. When most people start to feel cold, the first thing they do is turn up the heat, using more energy and spending more money; however, by lowering your shades, and blocking the cold glass, you can feel the difference right away without adjusting the thermostat. Of course, Hilton Head is too beautiful to keep your window coverings drawn all the time; we want to open things up, to raise the shades and let the outside in. The key to maximize the energy

When most people start to feel cold, the first thing they do is turn up the heat, using more energy and spending more money; however, by lowering your shades, and blocking the cold glass, you can feel the difference right away without adjusting the thermostat. efficiency of your home is to know when to raise and lower your shades. In my home, for example, the front faces east and the back, west. In the cooler months, I open the front-facing shades first thing in the morning, to let the sun shine in, and make sure my back windows are covered. This warms the house just enough to stop the heat from needing to kick on- and I find the warmth and light

to be a definite improvement over pumping more hot, dry air through my rooms. As the sun moves, so do my shades- closing those at the front to help keep things insulated and opening those in the back (this time of year, the solar energy gain is a helpful thing). In the summer months, I pay more attention to when things are closed, ensuring that the shades in front stay drawn in the morning, and the shades in back go down during those hours when the sun is strongest and beating in. And everything comes up in the evening so we can enjoy the beautiful lowcountry sunset! Connected or smart homes are the biggest trend and makes energy efficiency even easier and more practical. Nearly everything in your home can be operated using an app on your phone, including window coverings, allowing you to control your shades from literally anywhere in the world. Shades can also be set to operate on a timer, raising and lowering with sunrise and sunset, or at other preselected times. There is such a range of window coverings available today, with versatile choices to fit any style and budget. DECEMBER 2018 I THE PINES 42

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From the Docks to the

OFFICE: CHARLES “CHUCK” WISEMAN OF WISEMAN LAW FIRM, LLC By Shannon Proulx

s a young child playing on the sandy beaches of Hilton Head Island, Charles Wiseman most likely had no idea that one day he would call Sea Pines home and would be responsible for helping many others along their journey to do the same. Luckily for those who are looking to move to the area and purchase a home, Wiseman Law Firm and Charles are here to help make those dreams a reality.

Born in Fremont, Nebraska, Charles and his family started visiting Sea Pines when he was around six years old. In 1981, his parents purchased a vacation home on Canvasback Road, making Sea Pines a big

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part of his childhood summers. As he got older, he enjoyed working as a dockhand for a summer job at Island Water Sports at South Beach Marina. Here he would eventually meet the future love of his life, Elise, who also worked there, and they would then get married on the beach, right in front of his parents’ home. While looking for their first home, Sea Pines seemed like a natural fit. They now have two sons, Joe and Benjamin, who both attend Sea Pines Montessori Academy, along with an English Cream Golden Retriever named Ruby and a cat named Gus. With Wiseman roots running deep in Sea Pines, it seemed a no-brainer that Charles would go on to open his own law practice here, serving a community that had given him so much. Charles’ father is a practicing attorney, and still maintains his own practice in their hometown of Fremont, Nebraska. Watching his father work hard and do right by others inspired Charles to pursue the same field, and so after attending Miami University in 1995, and then Creighton

University School of Law in 1999, Charles returned to the Lowcountry, where he has been practicing law for 18 years. He then opened Wiseman Law Firm in October of last year, where he concentrates on residential and commercial real estate, general business transactions, formation of estates, wills and trusts. While you might think that anyone would be bored with this field full of transactional work, Charles begs to differ! Getting to meet so many different people, learning their background and hearing their stories behind how and why they’ve come to the Lowcountry is quite fascinating. “Being a part of my client’s journey to their vacation home, their relocation of their family, or to finally retiring in paradise allows me to provide a personal touch while not overlooking the uniqueness of every transaction. I am not a “robo-closer” and I truly value my client relationships,” says Charles. Of course, no person can take on a business all on their own, and Charles knows he has had some great support along the way. He says he has been blessed to

Business Spotlight work with Betty Parks throughout most of his legal career, and says she is “hands down on the Mount Rushmore of real estate paralegals!” Charles goes on to say, “her attention to detail, responsiveness to clients and vast experience is unmatched in our industry.” Elise, Charles’ wife, is a beacon of love and support. He also draws inspiration from watching their two sons grow up with the optimistic outlook of “anything is possible if you believe in yourself!” Charles jokes, “hey, it’s how dockhands become lawyers!” When Charles isn’t in the office, you might catch him with an old six-string in his hand. He recalls a time at the age of 8 when his parents bought him his first guitar, he loved watching Gregg Russell play in Harbour Town so much that he went home and practiced Gregg’s entire act! He would play it for just about anyone who would listen. In college he became a little more serious about guitar, and started to

He says he has been blessed to work with Betty Parks throughout most of his legal career, and says she is “hands down on the Mount Rushmore of real estate paralegals!” play in some local venues, even getting to play a few gigs in Chicago! As far as mentors go, in the realm of guitarists, Charles looks to Mike Kavanaugh. He says that Mike is “in a league by himself when it comes to local musicians and his craft. He took me under his wing when I got to the island and has always been extremely generous with his time and advice.” After moving to the Lowcountry, it wouldn’t be surprising if you caught Charles’ solo act a time or two, however, these days Charles has had to leave life “on the road” due to the demands of work and raising a family. However, that doesn’t mean you won’t catch him and his wife out catching a Big Ten football game during college football. Just don’t get in the middle, Charles is a lifelong Nebraska Cornhusker fan, and Elise is a proud alumnus of Ohio State

University, and well, you know what they say about a house divided! Charles is also member and currently serves on the board of the Van Landingham Rotary Club and is very proud of the work the club does in the community and the impact it has on the island’s youth. He is also on the advisory board for NAMI of the Lowcountry. He is licensed in South Carolina, of course, but he is also licensed in Ohio and Nebraska. Not surprisingly, he also recently won the Hilton Head Monthly Reader’s Choice Award for Favorite Attorney! For more information about Charles’ firm, Wiseman Law Firm, or if you need to make use of the services they provide, you can find them located in the TD Bank Building at 62 New Orleans Road, Suite B, Hilton Head Island (on the corner of New Orleans and Pope Avenue).

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Business Listings ADVENTURE HOMANN’S AFRICA Mark & Maria Homann (646) 472-5877 safaris@homannsafrica.com Homannsafrica.com ARCHITECTS PEARCE SCOTT ARCHITECTS Pearce Scott (843) 837-5700 pearce@pscottarch.com Pscottarch.com AUTOMOTIVE DEALER MIKE REICHENBACH CHEVROLET (877) 846-8391 Mrchevrolet.com BANKS SOUTH ATLANTIC BANK (843) 785-3400 www.southatlantic.bank BARBER ELITE BARBER SHOP (843) 304-8069 facebook.com/elitebarbershop843 BOAT AND FISHING SUPPLIES, SALES & SERVICES WEST MARINE (843) 686-5111 www.westmarine.com/stores/ hilton-head-island-sc-1324 CONSTRUCTION FORWARD BUILDERS Kevin Forward (843) 802-0886 info@forward-builders.com www.forward-builders.com HOLLIDAY HOME IMPROVEMENTS (843) 689-2140 Hhiwindows.com NIX CONSTRUCTION (843) 341-2330 www.nixconstruction.com/ PALMETTO OUTDOOR KITCHENS Ken Goode (843) 216-0006 info@PalmettoOutdoorKitchens.com Palmettooutdoorkitchens.com PORCH OUTFITTERS Dave Justini (843) 987-0893 info@porchoutfitters.com Porchoutfitters.com

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DENTISTRY BEYOND EXCEPTIONAL DENTISTRY (912) 234-8282 mmixon@monroemarketing.net Braddurhamdmd.com

HOME SERVICES MR SOFT WASH’S POWER SHOWER LLC Steve Dimaria (843) 422-7882 www.slsoftwashinc.com

ELECTRICIAN MOCK ELECTRIC Dustin Mock (843) 717-2688 mockelectric.com

HEALTHCARE KELLY CHIROPRACTIC (843) 321-8119 dr.kelley.leblanc@gmail.com www.chirokelley.com

ENTERTAINMENT ARTS CENTER OF COASTAL CAROLINA (843) 686-3945 www.ArtsHHIi.com THE ROASTING ROOM (843) 368-4464 roastingroom@gmail.com Roastingroomlounge.com EXTERMINATORS & PEST CONTROL SPONSOR OF BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT HILTON HEAD EXTERMINATORS (843) 681-2590 hiltonheadexterminators.com R ISLAND PEST CONTROL

843-681-5188 office@islandpestcontrol.com islandpestcontrol.com FLOORING ABBEY FLOOR FASHION Ron Timblin (843) 837-3900 Hiltonheadisland.buyabbey.com FURNITURE, INTERIOR DESIGN & REAL ESTATE STAGING TIMELESS INTERIORS (843) 837-8088 mail@timelessinteriorshiltonhead.com Timelessinteriorshiltonhead.com GIFTS AUNT LAURIE’S Laurie Brown 843-415-82300 info@auntlauries.com Auntlauries.com HOME BUILDERS HAGOOD HOMES (910) 256-8284 troykenny@hagoodhome.com www.hagoodhomes.com SOUTHERN COASTAL CONSTRUCTION (843) 815-0100 www.southerncoastalhomes.com

OPTIM HEALTHCARE 912.644.5300 optimhealth.com HVAC SUPERIOR HEATING & AIR Dave Miller (800) 828-2665 DaveM@superior.ac www.Superior.AC KITCHEN, BATH & STONE STONE WORKS INC. John Baltzegar (843) 689-6980 HiltonHeadStone.com LANDSCAPING CHERRY POINT NURSERY/ O’S LANDSCAPING LLC 843-338-0370 cherrypointnursery@centurylink.net oslandscaping@aol.com LAW FIRM NOVIT & SCARMINACH LAW FIRM 843-785-5850 JBriggs@ns-lawfirm.com www.ns-lawfirm.com MARKETING SERVICES NOSOCO - Joe Nehila (843) 882-7801 joe@nosoco.com Nosoco.com MUSEUMS MORRIS CENTER FOR LOWCOUNTRY HERITAGE 843-284-9227 info@morrisheritagecenter.org www.morrisheritagecenter.org NONPROFITS HILTON HEAD AREA HOME BUILDER ASSOCIATION (843) 681-9240 meg@hhahba.com www.hbahh.com

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OUTDOOR FURNITURE TEAK AND TABLE (843) 384 6585 trevor@teakandtable.com www.teakandtable.com OUTDOOR LIGHTING NITELITES OUTDOOR LIGHTING Robbie Eastland (843) 593-9672 robbie.eastland@nitelites.com www.nitelites.com PAINTERS CERTAPRO (843) 757-7121 fguenther@certapro.com Hilton-head.certapro.com POOLS QUALITY HARDSCAPES, PORCH MASTERS INC., & NEW WAVE POOLS (843) 706-2202 porchandpavers.com jennifer@porchandpavers.com YEAR ROUND POOL COMPANY (843) 837-7665 info@yearroundpool.com www.yearroundpool.com REALTORS

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Chip Collins (843) 341-6300 Chip@CollinsGroupRealty.com www.collinsgrouprealty.com HERMAN & DAVIS TEAM AT CHARTER ONE REALTY Becky Herman, Monica Davis, Lynn Shealy (843) 301-3355, (843) 384-4473, (843) 422-5026 Becky@BeckyHerman.com, Monica@MonicaDavis.com, Lynn@HermanandDavis.com HermanandDavisProperties.com SEA PINES REAL ESTATE SOUTH BEACH CLARK CRAMER AND FRANK (843) 363-4523 info@wesellseapines.com www.wesellseapines.com

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AT CHARTER ONE REALTY Sonny Huntley, David Clisham (843) 816-1618, (843) 683-6164 HuntleyClishamGroup@ CharterOneRealty.com

THE REED TEAM AT CHARTER ONE REALTY Andy Reed & Tom Reed (843) 816-4466 info@ExploreHHi.com REMAX ISLAND REALTY 843-785-5252 mrinihhi@gmail.com www.movetohhi.com THE WEDGEWORTH TEAM AT CHARTER ONE REALTY James Wedgeworth (843) 686-9513 James@JamesWedgeworth.com RENOVATION THE RENOVATORS (843) 484-0642 www.blufftonhomeremodeling.com RESTAURANTS & CATERING ALVIN ORD’S (843) 757-1300 AlvinOrdsOfBluffton@gmail.com Alvinordsofbluffton.com EL SUPER INTERNACIONAL (843) 815-8113 www.facebook.com/elsuperinc elsuperinc@gmail.com FARM (843) 707-2041

farmbluffton@gmail.com

www.farmbluffton.com HANK’S LOWCOUNTRY SHE CRAB SOUP (803) 238-5252 hankyaden@yahoo.com www.hankscrabsoup.com HOGSHEAD KITCHEN AND WINE BAR (843) 837-4647 info@HogsHeadKitchen.com hogsheadkitchen.com SPROUT MOMMA (843) 683-0827 21 Cardinal Road Suite 105 Hilton Head Island, SC 29926 Sproutmomma.com Bluffton & Port Royal Farmer’s Markets

RETAIL THE SHOPPES AT SEA PINES CENTER (843) 363-5699 theshopsatseapinescenter.com ROOFERS MICHAEL’S ROOFING COMPANY 843-689-9939 mlcroofing@yahoo.com Michaelsroofingsavannah.com SCREEN PRINTING & EMBROIDERY BIG D’S ROYAL TEES (843) 987-1517 accounting@ bigdsroyaltees.com bigdsroyaltees.com VACATION RENTAL AGENCY & MANAGEMENT BEACH PROPERTIES OF HILTON HEAD 1-800-671-5155 Rentals@Beach-Property.com www.beach-property.com WEALTH MANAGEMENT RBC WEALTH MANAGEMENT, DIV OF RBC CAPITAL MARKETS Robert McCarthy, AWM Senior Vice President - Private Wealth (866)255-9966 robert.mccarthy@rbc.com www.mwgrbc.com YACHT CLUBS HARBOUR TOWN YACHT CLUB Victor Davidson (843) 671-1400 victor@htyc.com www.htyc.com

STOOGES CAFE (843) 706-6178 www.stoogesrestaurant.com

PUBLISHER THE PINES - ANDE NEHILA (843) 882-7803 info@seapines.community localdotcommunty.com

TRATTORIA DIVINA (843) 686-4442 info@trattoriadivina.com www.trattoriadivina.com

ADVERTISING INQUIRIES JOSEPH NEHILA, SR. (843) 882-7803 joe.sr@seapines.community

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IN CASE

YOU MISSED IT HUNT, FISH AND SHOOT FOR THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF JASPER COUNTY

November 8

WHALE BRANCH EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL ROTC STUDENTS AWARDED

On November 10, the ROTC students at Whale Branch Early College High School received an award from the Lowcountry Foundation for Wounded Military Heroes (LFWMH). The award was presented in gratitude for the students’ work with LFWMH helping to honor wounded veterans. At the event were the ROTC students as well as military veterans and their families. Principal Lise Dickson and Senior Marine Instructor Major Marvin D. Goodwin accepted the award on behalf of the students. After the ceremony, attendees celebrated with a traditional cake-cutting ceremony in honor of the United States Marine Corps birthday. Way to go students!

PEDAL HILTON HEAD ISLAND 2018

Many came out last month to Coligny Beach and Plaza for three days of celebration and cycling. Friday and Saturday evening both featured The Music of the Grateful Dead Presented by Swampfire Records. On Saturday, all were invited to come check out the beach obstacle race, The Beach Grinder Bike Race Presented by The Bike Doctor and CRUSH Entertainment. Young and old came out to try the course that was completely on the beach! The Main Ride Presented by Coligny Plaza, Coastal States Bank, and May River Dermatology took place on Sunday throughout the island on the 10, 20, or 63-mile rides. Every came together after the ride at Coligny Plaza to celebrate with food, drinks, music, and more. All of the proceeds throughout the weekend went to support the Boys and Girls Club of Hilton Head. 49 THE PINES I DECEMBER 2018

VETERANS DAY 5K

November 3

Runners took to the streets of Mitchelville Freedom Park early on November 3 for Operation R&R. After the race, participants enjoyed food and drinks provided. Operation R&R is a non profit organization that allows military men and woman that chance to reconnect with their families after a deployment by visiting Hilton Head Island.

During this fundraiser, no hunting, fishing, or shooting actually occurred! Many gathered for a night of celebrating to raise money for the Boys & Girls Club of Jasper County. Live music accompanied the live auction and raffles of shotguns, hunts, art, fishing charters, and many more exciting items.

2018 CELEBRATION OF AGRICULTURE BANQUET November 8

Many gathered early November at South Union Baptist Church Fellowship Hall to celebrate the Oconee farmers. Throughout the night, farmers and families enjoyed dinner and fellowship. Few lucky farmers even won selected awards!

TASTE OF WADDELL, 11TH EDITION November 4

The Friends of Waddell, the Hilton Head Island Sportsfishing Club, the Bluffton Marine Rescue Squadron, and Glidden Professional Paint Stores presented the 11th Annual Taste of Waddell. Supporters enjoyed a raffle and silent auction while sampling splendid seafood from a local restaurant. There was even live bluegrass music and the South Carolina Aquarium’s “Good Catch” sustainable seafood program.

ANNUAL AULDBRASS PLANTATION TOURS

November 9-11

Annual tours of Auldbrass Plantation were held mid-month. The Beaufort Country Open Land Trust hosted the walking tour.This plantation is a Frank Lloyd Wright design and has been previously off limits to the public eye except for for a limited time every two years. As of this year, tours will be offered every year!

12TH ANNUAL GOURMET GALA AND ELEGANT EVENING BENEFITING HILTON HEAD HEROES

November 9

Community members gathered for an elegant evening to raise money for Hilton Head Heroes. The evening was seronated by The John Brackett Trio, and food including dessert was provided by Executive Chef Jim McLain and Pastry Chef Marco Delgado. Those that attended enjoyed wonderful items in the silent auction. This was Hilton Head Heroes biggest fundraiser of the year!

9TH ANNUAL HILTON HEAD ITALIAN HERITAGE FESTIVAL November 9

VETERANS DAY CEREMONY & FREE COMMUNITY PICNIC CELEBRATION

November 11

Beaufort County Veterans Affairs Department sponsored a picnic and ceremony on Veterans Day to honor our veterans. The Parris Island Marine Corps Band along with other local veterans groups made an appearance as event goers enjoyed the day out at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park in Beaufort.

November 10

All were asked to come out to Trask Boat Landing in Bluffton last month to help building a healthy foundation for our oysters! Volunteers showed up to bag recycled oyster shells that will be used in an early summer project. CCA Bluffton and Bluffton Rotary hosted the event.

November 24

The Sea Pines Resort hosted families out at the Heritage Farm for an afternoon filled with caramel apples! More than just apples were there, though. Kids and adults that came out had the opportunity to join in fall games, crafts, and more!

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The Italian-American Club of Hilton Head hosted their 9th Annual Hilton Head Italian Heritage Festival. The Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn was turned into an Italian dream with food and live entertainment. The grape stomping contest returned along with the pizza eating contest, silent auction, and Kid’s zone.

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Young and old went to the Sea Pines Forest Preserve to take a wagon ride. Riders were taken around the Preserve to check out the beautiful changing leaves and wildlife. The tour was kicked off with cookies and refreshments!

Come out to Sea Pines Country Club to hear author Lisa Patton talk all about her writing. This bestselling author is brought to the Lowcountry by University of South Carolina Beaufort. Lunch is provided with your reservation.

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en and women from all over the Lowcountry and the Coastal Empire have gathered together to create a magical experience for a very worthwhile cause. The 2019 Heart Ball will be held at the Westin Resort and Spa on Hilton Head Island on February 2, 2019. The Ball is the culmination of a year’s worth of work to raise funds to fight heart disease and stroke.

Heart disease is the number one killer of men and women (actually more women than men die from heart disease every year), and it’s the number one cause of birth defects as well. This year’s Heart Ball Chair is Catherine Donaldson, a local Realtor whose husband Brad died suddenly from a massive heart attack in September 2016, leaving her and their five children at the young age of fifty. Catherine and her children know that they wanted to get involved in a bigger way to help spread awareness of the life saving mission of the American Heart Association, and decided that the opportunity to Chair the Heart Ball was the prefect avenue to share their story The Open Your Heart Chairs this year are Jeff and Renae Maine, the parents of last year’s honoree, Maggie Maine, who has survived multiple heart defects with grace and charm. This family has fought fiercely to give their daughter a chance to live a normal healthy life, and they are firmly committed to helping fund the AHA research that can make it happen for Maggie. The AHA is also pleased to announce that Audi Hilton Head will be this year’s legacy sponsor for the fifth year in a row. “We are proud supporters of the American Heart Association, and we encourage the

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community to rally together so we can beat heart disease and stroke,” says Warner Peacock of Peacock Automotive. Hilton Head Regional Healthcare is our local Life Is Why sponsor, and many small and larger businesses and families have signed on to sponsorships as well. The entire “village” that is our home is determined to put an end to heart disease and stroke. The American Heart Association actually spends more money on research and education in our area than we raise at the Ball, but we’re committed

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cents of every dollar we raise is spent on research, education and community outreach.

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surgeries soon to repair the defect, but as she tells her daughter, she has a special heart and she’ll be able to do so much more when that special heart gets fixed. We welcome everyone from the Lowcountry and the Coastal Empire to join us in our lifesaving mission, by enjoying a great night of food, drink, silent and live

auctions, and until-they-close-us-down dancing on February 2nd. Ticket sales open in November on the website, WWW. southerncoastheartball.org. for $225 per person. Contact Carla Raines, Development Director, at 843.540.6338 to find out about sponsorship opportunities, or to make an Open Your Heart donation. DECEMBER 2018 I THE PINES 54

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outh Carolina is fortunate to be positioned as an important destination for commerce, tourism, and vibrant local communities. The same distinctions which set us apart for economic development also contribute to the rich biodiversity and natural resources of the region. South Carolina’s coastal environment, specifically, is among the most unique habitats on earth. Renowned naturalists including Sprunt, Chamberlain, and Audubon are prominently linked to South Carolina’s natural history heritage. The study of wild birds, and birds of prey in particular, has played an integral role in past, present and future culture of our state. Because of their broad distribution, environmental sensitivity, dependence on a wide range of habitats, and niche in the environment as apex predators, birds of prey provide critical insight into a growing number of environmental issues, reflecting the health of our ecosystem and how well we are managing our natural resources as a whole. Today nearly 12% of all birds worldwide are at risk of becoming extinct in the next 100 years – 50 times the historic rate. It would only follow that birds warrant our full attention and conservation efforts. The Avian Conservation Center was founded by Charleston native Jim Elliott in 1991 to foster medical, educational, research, and conservation initiatives aimed at preserving wild birds for future generations. Today the Center is the most comprehensive facility of its kind in the nation combining science, education, research, medical care, captive breeding and oiled bird treatment. It encompasses three primary operating divisions including The Center for Birds of Prey (its public facility), the Avian Medical Clinic, and the South Carolina Oiled Bird Treatment Facility. World renowned naturalist Jack Hanna, Director Emeritus of the Columbus Zoo and the Wilds, has said of the Center, “I have traveled worldwide and seen

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countless centers and this is the absolute best of its kind I have ever seen anywhere.” Each year thousands of birds are injured due primarily to some type of human interaction. The focus of much of the Center’s environmental education outreach involves educating the public on ways they can minimize the negative effects they have on the environment and maximize the positive effects they can have on the environment. The professional treatment of injured birds is a source of incomparable insight of critical environmental issues impacting communities across the state. The Center’s Avian Medical Clinic currently treats more than 700 injured birds of prey and shorebirds each year, releasing the majority back into their natural habitat. Refined medical procedures and protocols, and time-proven systems for transporting, receiving, and admitting injured birds are in place. The medical functions of the Center operate on a 365-day/24hour basis. Injured birds are admitted from a continually widening geographical area, including beyond South Carolina borders. If you are concerned about the health or safety of a wild bird of prey or shorebird, please call the Avian Medical Clinic at (843) 9717474 and press option #1 for the Injured Bird Line. You can also send an email to info@thecenterforbirdsofprey.org. We are available to assist with injured birds from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. every day of the week. If you need assistance after 5:00 p.m., please leave a message and we will contact you first thing the following morning. Always leave a message and we will get back to you as soon as we can. Do not handle the bird unless you are confident you can do so without injuring yourself or injuring the bird further. Injured raptors require specialized treatment and care from a federallylicensed, experienced practitioner. It is illegal to possess any migratory bird without state and federal permits. However, your temporary assistance is allowed in helping an injured bird reach proper care and doing so ensures its best chance for recovery and return to its natural environment. If the bird is contained, do not offer food or water to the bird. The bird may not be strong enough to process solid food, even if it appears hungry; feeding could harm or even be fatal to the

bird. Having food in its system may also preclude certain medical procedures that the bird may need. Keep the bird in a quiet, warm, dark location away from noise, activity, or interaction with pets or other people. Doing so will minimize the bird’s stress. The Center’s statewide network of volunteer transporters will help get the bird to the Avian Medical Clinic in Awendaw, South Carolina. Due to the volume of patients requiring care at the Center, presenters and transporters may not receive regular updates on the bird’s condition; no news is typically good news. When any case is resolved, the presenter is always notified of the outcome. If you are interested in learning more about how you can participate in this work, we invite you to consider joining us on Sunday, December 16th from 11 am to 2 pm for a training workshop for those interested in participating in the Avian Medical Clinic’s Transport Volunteer program. During this workshop, you will learn the basic techniques for capturing and transporting injured wild birds from the field to the Avian Medical Clinic. We invite all who are interested in supporting the Center as an Injured Bird Transport Volunteer, even if you have attended a training session in the past. To RSVP for this event or to receive more information about the requirements for being a Transport Volunteer, please send an email to info@thecenterforbirdsofprey. org. Important application materials will be emailed in advance of the orientation. In addition to volunteering, there are other exciting opportunities to participate in the Center’s work through gifts of

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE ABOUT HOW YOU CAN PARTICIPATE IN THIS WORK, WE INVITE YOU TO CONSIDER JOINING THE AVIAN MEDICAL CLINIC’S TRANSPORT VOLUNTEER PROGRAM. ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16TH FROM 11 AM TO 2 PM FOR A TRAINING WORKSHOP .

financial support. This holiday season the Center aims to raise $50,000 in private contributions to support the Strategic Captive Breeding initiative. Among the Center’s many disciplines, captive breeding is a vital tool combining medical, educational, research, and conservation initiatives. It can be used to save threatened and endangered species from extinction in the wild, including three species of concern in South Carolina – the Swallow-Tailed Kite, American Kestrel, and Barn Owl; ensure the longevity of the Center’s environmental education outreach; supplement the Center’s Earned Income through the sale and exchange of birds; advance the medical care available to orphaned wild birds through fostering; and contribute to the global body of scientific knowledge on avian reproductive behavior and the efficacy of husbandry techniques for captive birds. Over many years, the Center has gained considerable experience and success in breeding raptor species. In this time the Center has established itself as a highly effective and sought-after partner in captive breeding efforts around the country. Thanks to a generous grant from the Henry and Sylvia Yaschik Foundation earlier this year, the Center has received seed money to initiate a Strategic Captive Breeding initiative that will achieve two goals: (1) propagate priority species in the Center’s resident collection and (2) import

new breeding pairs of species representing vital conservation and education opportunities. This holiday season we ask you to consider a special year-end gift to address the roughly $50,000 in immediate needs that will provide the equipment, advanced staff training, facilities, quarantine, and shipping required for subsequent phases of this initiative. At a time when birds are in significant decline worldwide, your gift to this Strategic Captive Breeding initiative will save birds now and for generations to come. As a nonprofit, 501(c)3 organization, the Center relies on donations from corporations, foundations, and individuals to achieve its mission. Over the years past support from the Center’s community of donors have helped achieve important milestones in avian science and conservation. In 1998 the Center pioneered research in avian genetics. In 2002 the Center established the Wildlife Toxicity Working group to eliminate secondary barbiturate poisoning of bald eagles in public landfills. In 2005 and 2006 the Center was selected from a national search to oversee the reintroduction of the Bald Eagle in New York City. In 2011 the Center installed a marine radar unit and became the first known migration survey site in North America to use radar to help track migrating raptors. In 2017 the Center treated its 8,000th patient, a bald eagle from Saint Helena Island. Your philanthropic support can play a meaningful role in the continued growth and investment in the Center’s work. With your help, wildlife will be protected, lives will be changed, worldviews will be shaped, new scientific insight will be gained, and a sustainable future will be within reach. Beyond the valuable contributions to avian science the Center provides, there is a more subtle outcome that is perhaps the most profound. Through this shared work, we are defining and fostering a value system, an underlying ethic that will literally determine what of the natural world we will preserve and what will be irrevocably lost. Ultimately, we will be remembered by what we leave for future generations. It is this legacy that we must preserve and share; one that will endure for the benefit of our children, our grandchildren, and all of those who follow.

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Yes, all the men can get light up Santa ties and the girls will receive musical hair barrettes depicting elves.

HOLIDAYS By Gillian Horsley - Heintz

SPS, Fedex and UPS are overwhelmed by all the Amazon boxes they are to deliver within the deadline. Other stores are jostling for position as they tempt online browsers to succumb to their wares. Free shipping is no longer “free” shipping, in that you first have to pay a subscription or buy a certain value of goods. It is now, indeed, free shipping. This frees up the avid shopper to delight in a plethora of spending and shipping to family who, in the past, have been overlooked. Yes, all the men can get light up Santa ties and the girls will receive musical hair barrettes depicting elves. Each of the eight days of Hanukkah presents an irresistible opportunity for a different gift to arrive each day. What a mitzvah. Our shopper is scouring for ecumenical and all inclusive bargains. To her delight she finds an apron with “Love, Peace and Hanukkah Grease” in one store and one with “My Angle is I’m a Christmas Angel“ in another. Then Etsy comes through with one with the seven principles of Kwanzaa on it. Perfect. Meanwhile, because his grandson Chuck (on whom he relies for all things “tech”) is not back from Duke yet, Charlie Sr is unable to shop online. He loves his extended family, but has never been much of a shopper. He strolls outside, and contemplates the marsh, waiting for inspiration. He hears his favorite sound – that lovely clink as the driver hits a clean shot, and he knows just the right gift for everyone. It’s time for Mellie to make her annual trek to the basement and rummage through the tubs to see what treasures can be unearthed. Thank goodness she is smart enough to recycle all the gift wrap. It’s is an excellent practice and with a bit of ironing, one can hardly tell that the paper has been used before. She wishes she

could do that fancy ribbon tying thing that the Grayco demonstration showed the other day, but she’s never been very crafty in an artistic way. She surveys the treasure of gifts not given, of gifts received and of gifts stored away for a rainy day. She takes out her list and starts taking things out and checking off names. Christmas day and the Johnson family are ready to open gifts at last. For days, packages have been delivered and placed under the tree. Ready, the retriever, has had to be restrained from opening some of them himself. Mum is at the ready, her mimosa next to her, pen and paper at hand to write down the recipient, the gift and the giver so each person can hand write a proper note of thanks. Dad, the photographer, has is Bloody Mary and is in charge of trash bag clean up.

Margaret, the eldest, reads out the name on the tag and the name of the sender and little Joe gets to deliver the parcel across the room. The expectation is enormous. Margaret picks up a large package addressed to The Johnson Family. As she lifts it, it starts to glow and the tinny sound of “We wish you a merry Christmas” emanates from within. Ready starts barking concert as she announces in surprise that ”It’s from Auntie Esther.” The family groans and Dad gets his phone ready to record the opening to send to Comedy Central. The family opens their gifts from Great Uncle Charlie. They stare perplexed at the identical packages of golf balls. Joe hopefully asks Dad if there is a big surprise for each of them of a set of golf clubs and lessons? Mum looks at the gifts remaining under the tree. She turns to dad and remarks that judging by the wrapping, she can tell which ones are from his sister and to have his phone prepared for another comedy photo shoot. Little Joe rips his package and exposes the same Pet Rock he’s received every birthday and Christmas for the last three years. Mum opens hers and says, “I thought Mellie had stopped selling Tupperware ten years ago?” She records Dad as he triumphantly opens “The Ultimate Men’s Hair Product pack – shampoo, conditioner and gel” and holds it aloft so Mum can snap it next to his bald head. In astonishment, they watch Margaret open a very pretty pink sweater, which looks about the right size. As she starts to try it on, Mum says to mind the label. Margaret looks at it and says, “Who on earth is Shirley Jones and why is her label sewn into my sweater?” At dusk, replete with wonderful food and friendship and family love, wrapped up in blankets, they sit with Ready on the beach and watch the moon rise. They smile and hug each other in the luminous moonlight reflected on the ocean. They agree that, like all other special family times, they would not want to change a single thing, because family is family and it’s the gift of their love that counts.

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The Enmark Savannah Bridge Run December 1 // Savannah International Trade & Convention Center South Carolina Congressional Cup December 1-3 // Harbour Town “TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS” Presented by Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra December 2, 5 PM // First Presbyterian Church Breakfast With Santa December 3-17 // Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island Winter Wonderland Festival December 7, 4 PM // Shelter Cove Community Park

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