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83º | 10% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 6:47 a.m. | Sunset 7:57 p.m.
High tides 10:46 a.m. + 11:10 p.m. | Low tide 4:55 p.m.
 

Explore Charleston’s outdoors

5+ ecotours to help you explore Charleston’s outdoors
A person standing on a kayak, casting a net over shallow waters.
Get up close to small fish, shrimp, and crab. | Photo by @katmckinney via @charlestonoutdooradventures
Looking for an adventure? The Lowcountry is the perfect place to get your hands dirty digging for shells + shark teeth. If dirt under your fingernails isn’t really your thing — don’t stress — we have some options that will let you explore while keeping the pluff mud off your new shirt.

Keep reading for seven groups that will help you explore the great outdoors.

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Schedule a tour with this group in a pinch via an online booking.

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Photo by @barrierislandecotours

Charleston Outdoor Adventures | Take a boat tour and get up close to the Morris Island lighthouse, or see filming locations from Netflix’s “Outer Banks.” This tour company has a healthy mix of history, nature, shark tooth-hunting + fishing charters. So you can decide if you want to keep it casual or get active. City Editor Callie here — I’m eyeing the full moon kayak tour.

Barrier Island Ecotours | Sunset dolphin cruises, exploring wildlife on Capers Island, and crabbing charters are just where this group begins. It offers public and private accommodations and even hosts private gatherings + cookouts on the beach.

Dolphins playing side-by-side break the surface of the Cooper River with their fins.

Dolphins splashing + playing on a sunny day in the Cooper River.

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Photo by Matt R.

Lowcountry Oyster Company | From tide to table. Experts at this working oyster farm give you an all-access tour and break down the science and sustainability of oysters. Pro tip: when you book the Premier package you’ll enjoy all aspects of the farm, including a boat ride and oyster tasting. Check out our experience.

Charleston Fossil Adventures | A hunt for natural treasures. This company offers a variety of adventures to explore and search for shark teeth and fossils. A majority of the outings end with a session where experts help identify each finding.
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Events
Thursday, Aug. 22
  • The Citadel Women’s Soccer vs SC State University | Thursday, Aug. 22 | 4-6 p.m. | The Citadel | Free | Head out to the pitch and cheer on the Bulldogs.
  • Bird Photography | Thursday, Aug. 22 | 7-9 a.m. | Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve | $20 | Join a wildlife photographer and a naturalist for a program focusing on the photographic study of birds.
  • Back to School Sip n Shop | Thursday, Aug. 22 | 5-8 p.m. | The Mills House | Price of purchase | Enjoy snacks and drinks from the Terrace Bar’s summer menu while you shop from local vendors.
Friday, Aug. 23
  • Spooky Empire | Friday, Aug. 23-Sunday, Aug. 25 | Times vary | Charleston Area Convention Center | $40-$275 | Check out this horror and sci-fi convention featuring celebrity guests, spooky panels, and 100+ vendors.
  • Happy Hour + Candle Making | Friday, Aug. 23 | 6-8 p.m. | Garage 75 | $40-$50 | Immerse yourself in the world of scents and colors + create your custom candle.
  • Demond Melancon: As Any Means Are Necessary | Friday, Aug. 23 | 6:30-8 p.m. | The Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art | $5 | Join the Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art as it celebrates the opening reception of its newest exhibition.
Saturday, Aug. 24
  • Family Day | Saturday, Aug. 24 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | South Carolina Historical Society | Free | Check out the new kid-friendly interactive exhibits, help with a public art project, and learn about South Carolina history.
  • Archaeology in Action | Saturday, Aug. 24 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Nathaniel Russell House | $7-$15 | Get up close with archaeologists as they make discoveries in a historic cellar.
  • Charleston Summer Wine Festival | Saturday, Aug. 24 | 3-7 p.m. | Charleston Harbor Cruise Terminal | $55-$65 | Relax at this waterfront venue as you sip wine + beer samples.
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News Notes
Closing
  • Holy City Magic, a spot known for its magic and comedy, will close at the end of the year. The theater announced its last show will be Saturday, Dec. 21. The spot says the moves come after updates to the state’s liquor liability insurance requirements. Read the team’s full message.
Civic
  • Charleston City Council voted unanimously to pass the first reading of a plan that would turn Union Pier into a tax increment financing district. Union Pier currently doesn’t generate tax revenue, but estimates show a ~$22 million annual boost for CCSD schools once the redevelopment is complete if the plan is approved. Leaders will talk about this again on Thursday, Sept. 26.
Announced
  • SCDNR Director Robert H. Boyles, Jr., announced his retirement. Boyles has 30+ years of service at the agency and has served as director of the department since 2019. SCDNR’s Board will choose its next leader with the approval of the SC Senate. (WCSC)
Biz
  • Lemon, grapefruit, blackberry, and orange…yum. Tipsy Spritzers contain organic wine, sparkling mineral water, organic juices, and flavors. The brand was founded here in Charleston, and the pastel cans are showing up everywhere. Check out how the bubbly drink got started + where you can get a sip. (Charleston Regional Business Journal)
Read
  • Starting next month, your child can get some extra practice reading out loud — get this — with a friendly and nonjudgemental therapy dog. Second, third, and fourth graders can bring a book or borrow one from the library. Registration is required, so check out when your branch will host this event.
Active
  • Need weekend plans? This Saturday, Aug. 24 at 7 p.m., Lowcountry Yoga is hosting a sunset yoga class with bonfire and s’mores on Sullivans Island at Station 18 1/2. The class is free, but you’ll need to register.
Outdoors
  • Get around while enjoying the outdoors. Skoods Bike Share is giving you that option in the Park Circle area. Check out the four check-out locations where bikes will be available at any time. Skoods wants to help people explore the area without the hassle of a car. (WCIV)
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Health
  • Did you hear that? Most hearing aids have one processor. These bad boys have two. They process speech and noise separately, so speech gets clearer and crisper. No wonder 385,000+ customers love them.*
 
History

Preserving what makes Charleston special

Charleston church to receive funds for preservation from the National Park Service
This is a gray scale photo of The Cathedral of St. Luke and St. Paul.
This photo of the Cathedral of St. Luke and St. Paul was photographed by Charles N. Bayless, c.1977-1979. | Photo provided by Historic Charleston Foundation Archives Collection
Cathedral of St. Luke and St. Paul was one of 59 projects to receive funds from The National Park Service’s Save America’s Treasures grants. The money will help fund projects that aim to preserve nationally significant sites and historic collections in 26 states and Washington, DC.

Cathedral of St. Luke and St. Paul will receive $750,000 for stabilization and repair work. The downtown church was built over several years starting in 1811 and finishing in 1816. The church was restored between 1990-91. Learn more about the church’s beginnings.
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Don’t come for me, but I like false fall. It’s a nice little break from the heat + gets me excited for football, spooky season, and all things pumpkin — without actually having to say goodbye to summer yet... because I’m not ready.
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