Monday, July 1, 2024
Did you know that, according to Science, nearly 1,600 species have been reported to ingest plastics, and that roughly 1,300 of those species are ocean-dwellers?
In this July edition of the South Coast newsletter, we’ll talk about plastics in our communities and the effect that they can have on our wildlife, scenic landscapes and waterways, and our ability to manage waste.
Updating the single-use plastic ordinance in Beaufort County will help…
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Conway, SC – location TBD
10:30am-12:00pm, 12:00pm-1:30pm, or 1:30pm-3:00pm
Join us and the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources’ oyster team as we construct Manufactured Wire Reefs which will be used in future SCDNR oyster reef restoration projects!
Restaurants and the public recycle their oyster shell through SCDNR’s oyster shell recycling drop off sites. After the shell…
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Friday, February 1, 2024
Conway, SC – location TBD
10:30am-12:00pm, 12:00pm-1:30pm, or 1:30pm-3:00pm
Join us and the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources’ oyster team as we construct Manufactured Wire Reefs which will be used in future SCDNR oyster reef restoration projects!
Restaurants and the public recycle their oyster shell through SCDNR’s oyster shell recycling drop off sites. After the shell…
Monday, December 11, 2023
I’m sure you already know lots about the many fascinating creatures that live under the waves off South Carolina, like whales, dolphins, and sea turtles. But how much do you know about the largest deep-sea coral reef in the world, just 200 miles off the coast of Charleston? Over the next several months, we’ll be diving deeper into this colorful world and we invite you to join us!
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
As a reminder, Thursday night, Charleston County Council will hold the first reading and vote on whether to approve or deny Charleston County Public Work’s request for exemption from the tree protection and preservation ordinance. We need you there to voice your opposition.
Charleston County Council Meeting
Thursday, November 30th at 5:00 PM
Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, Lonnie…
Thursday, November 16, 2023
Welcome to the November 2023 issue of the North Coast newsletter!
How in the world is it the start of the holiday season already?! For many of us living along the coast, the holidays also mean prime oyster roasting season with friends and family. Below, we talk about the importance of oysters to us in terms of tradition, but more importantly, the role oysters play in the ecosystem. Read on to learn how you can…
Thursday, November 2, 2023
Happy National Recycling Month! We kicked off the month celebrating with partners—and some of you!—at our Kick-Off event at Freehouse Brewery yesterday, but we’ll be continuing the festivities all month long.
Throughout November, you can celebrate Charleston sustainability and recycling initiatives by participating in our Race to Recycle Challenge! Participate over the next few weeks for a chance to win sustainably-themed prizes.
How to participate: Snap…
Friday, October 27, 2023
Just in case you didn’t see the news, the Post and Courier’s front page on Wednesday featured a great article about Crab Bank Seabird Sanctuary’s incredible nesting success in 2023. This is the second year that nesting has occurred on Crab Bank since it was rebuilt using dredged material from the Charleston Harbor deepening, and at least 2,600 birds and their fledglings used the restored bank this past summer!
Friday, October 20, 2023
Welcome to the October 2023 issue of the North Coast newsletter!
With Fall in full force, we can’t help but mention how great the weather has been. The relief from the summer heat truly makes you want to get outside and explore. This month we recognize a city owned park in the Waccamaw River floodplain, and invite you to explore it, but also discuss…
Friday, October 6, 2023
If you are anything like me, oyster roast season is one of your favorite Lowcountry cold weather traditions. If that’s the case, good news abounds! Oyster harvesting season opened October 1st! Keep reading to discover all the ways you can sustainability participate in oyster season, whether you are harvesting your own oysters right from the estuary or eating at one of the Lowcountry’s famed seafood restaurants. Make sure to refer to this blog post as…