September Theme: Wildflowers The Palmetto Bluff Conservancy hosts a monthly photo contest that highlights the flora and fauna of the Lowcountry, and we want to see what you’ve seen! Each month will celebrate a different, Conservancy-related theme. All ages and skill levels are welcome! Photos must be submitted to info@pbconservancy.org to participate. How are the […]
October Theme: Spiders The Palmetto Bluff Conservancy hosts a monthly photo contest that highlights the flora and fauna of the Lowcountry, and we want to see what you’ve seen! Each month will celebrate a different, Conservancy-related theme. All ages and skill levels are welcome! Photos must be submitted to info@pbconservancy.org to participate. How are the […]
Did you know there are 12 cemeteries on Palmetto Bluff? Join Katie Epps, Assistant Archaeologist, as she discusses these cemeteries, the completed restoration work, and future projects. Walk-ins welcome. If you would rather attend virtually, click on the following link (or copy and paste into your browser) to watch through zoom webinar:
Join Palmetto Bluff Archaeologists as we stroll among the cemeteries of Wilson Village and hear tales of the lives of those who lay at rest. Closed-toed shoes and long pants required. Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.
Do you need volunteer hours or just want to get your hands dirty? Volunteer with Aaron Palmieri, Conservancy Educator, as we spend time tending to the pollinator garden in Moreland Village. We will be weeding the garden beds and providing any necessary TLC. Gardening gloves, closed-toed shoes, and long pants required. Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org. […]
Palmetto Bluff prides itself on its balance between nature and development. This opportunity to live among nature also means that wildlife lives among us. Brian Byrne, Land and Wildlife Manager, discusses the different animals you may encounter and how to coexist with our two, four, and no-legged neighbors. Walk-ins welcome. If you would rather attend […]
Meet at the Pinckney Island NWR Parking Lot Pinckney Island is one of the best bird watching spots in Beaufort County. In the fall, the woods are bustling with migratory birds searching for insects and fruit to fuel the next leg of their journey. Join us as we explore the diversity of bird life at […]
The Southeast is home to more than 50 species of snake, 38 of which can be found in South Carolina and only 6 of which are venomous. Join the Conservancy as we talk about the diversity of snakes in South Carolina and the beneficial roles they play in our ecosystems. Walk-ins welcome. If you would […]
What birds are moving along the border of the great swamp? Join the Conservancy team and find out! Closed-toed shoes and long pants required. Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.
Located on the north end of Hilton Head Island, Jarvis Creek Park is a hidden gem for bird watching. The paved 1-mile loop encompasses a lagoon frequented by wading birds and various raptors soaring overhead. In recent years, Jarvis has become a hotspot for warblers in October. Join us as we take a leisurely stroll […]
Sustenance, herbal remedies, and materials for clothing are some of the many wonderful phenomena derived from plants. Join the Conservancy as we observe plants growing around Moreland Village and discuss their past and present uses. Meet at the Conservancy Classroom Closed-toed shoes and long pants required. Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.
What goes bump in the night? Join the Conservancy as we head out into the woods to look and listen for nocturnal wildlife residing at Palmetto Bluff. We will listen for nocturnal wildlife, check light traps for insects, and use echo meter detectors to listen for bats. Meet at the Conservancy Classroom Head lamps, closed-toed […]
Palmetto Bluff is steeped in stories of ghastly creatures, friendly spirits, and strange happenings throughout the property. Join the Conservancy as they regale us with their eerie encounters and stories from past and present employees of Palmetto Bluff. Walk-ins welcome. If you would rather attend virtually, click on the following link (or copy and paste […]
Join the Conservancy as we search for birds moving through Hog Island Drain and the canopy of Hog Island Hill. Closed-toed shoes and long pants required. Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.
November Theme: Scenic Views of the Lowcountry The Palmetto Bluff Conservancy hosts a monthly photo contest that highlights the flora and fauna of the Lowcountry, and we want to see what you’ve seen! Each month will celebrate a different, Conservancy-related theme. All ages and skill levels are welcome! Photos must be submitted to info@pbconservancy.org to […]