The Lowcountry is perfect for digging up shells + shark teeth. If getting dirt under your fingernails isn’t really your thing — don’t stress — there are plenty of ways to explore while also keeping the pluff mud off your new shirt. Keep reading to discover local groups offering ecotours that let you enjoy the great outdoors.
Schedule a tour with this group in a pinch via an online booking.
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.
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.
Charleston Fossil Adventures | A hunt for natural treasures. This company offers a variety of adventures to explore and search for shark teeth and fossils.
TechYeet Monthly Tech Happy Hour | 5-8 p.m. | Edmund’s Oast Brewing Company | Free entry | This is a social-professional community for anyone in technology who wants to build connections and friendships.
Mahjong + Margaritas | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Everything Home Charleston, Mount Pleasant | $40+ | Play the popular tile game while sipping on a drink — perfect for beginners or experienced players.
Thursday, July 10
Thursday Night Euchre | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Edisto River Brewing Company LLC, Johns Island | Free entry | Play cards, meet new people, and enjoy discounted drinks.
JEOPARDY! Bar League | 7-9 p.m. | Indigo Reef Brewing | Free | Gather your friends for two hours of free-to-play entertainment and a chance to win prizes.
Friday, July 11
Lighthouse Inlet Bird Walk | 7:30-9:30 a.m. | Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve, Folly Beach | $12 | Join the stroll that boasts one of the largest bird lists in the Palmetto State.
Sound Bath at The Beach with Liz Ramirez | 7-8 p.m. | Folly Beach Light House, right path entrance | $20+ suggested donation | Relax, unwind, and reset with healing sounds by the sea at sunset.
Reggae Nights Summer Concert Series | 7:30-11 p.m. | James Island County Park | $20+ | Head out for a night of music under the stars — this month’s show features Mystic Vibrations.
Lettuce celebrate:The Wedge is expanding from its food truck to a brick-and-mortar location at 2487 Ashley River Rd. You might be familiar with the sandwich shop’s chicken cutlet and smash burger from popping up at several spots around town. The Wedge will open later this month or next. (The Post and Courier)
Development
Today at 4:30 p.m., you can join the discussion on Courier Square Phase III at the city’s BAR-L meeting. This phase of the project includes adding more than 1 million sqft of real estate to Upper King Street. Take a look at the agenda.
Real Estate
Home sweet church? The former sanctuary of Plymouth Congregational Church, established in 1867, has been remodeled into a 4,458 sqft home, and it’s for sale. Located in Harleston Village, the house features a separate guest suite, handcrafted curved mahogany doors, and seven-foot oversized windows with hand-poured glass. Take a virtual tour.
Opening
Next Thursday, July 17, at 9 a.m. Aldi will open its second Mount Pleasant location with a ribbon-cutting. The new store will mark the seventh location in the Charleston area and will be located at 3135 N. Highway 17, near the Oakland Market. (WCBD)
Kids
The Charleston Animal Society’s Book Buddies program is getting an upgrade, thanks to Raising Cane’s. For $5, kids can read to shelter dogs, and receive a goodie bag, and a free kid’s meal. Raising Readers aims to build reading skills and help the pups relax. Schedule your visit.
Ranked
No. 3. That’s how the Holy City ranked in Travel + Leisure’s new World’s Best Awards survey. The third-place ranking comes after a dozen straight years at the top of the list. Readers boasted about Charleston’s history, Southern hospitality, and architecture.
Development
Developers broke ground on the first phase of Ocean Pines, located in the West Beach community. Units start at $2.4 million + include a rooftop deck, parking under each building, and the option to purchase Kiawah Island Club memberships. When completed, the community will offer 69 two-, three-, and four-bedroom condos. (Charleston Regional Business Journal)
Traffic
SCDOT will continue routine inspections of the Ravenel Bridge from now until Friday, July 18, between 6 a.m. and 3 p.m. Use caution near work zones, and keep an eye out for crew members on the towers and the bridge cables. The inspections are not expected to impact traffic. (WCBD)
Cause
Want to support those impacted by the Texas floods? Terrace Theater, on Maybank Highway, will host a screening of ‘Dazed and Confused’ and donate all proceeds to the Texas Children’s Central Texas Flood Hope Fund. Tickets are available now for the Tuesday, July 22, screening at 7:30 p.m. (WCBD)
Show
It’s Christmas in July. Get early access + enjoy big savings on Charleston Stage tickets to “A Christmas Carol” and “The Sound of Music” at the historic Dock Street Theater. The virtual sale ends this Friday, July 11, so go ahead and snag the best seats.*
The treat is available during July and features vanilla ice cream with blue + strawberry puree swirls, sugar cone sand, and it’s topped with whipped cream, gummy sharks, and a peach ring floatie.
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Speaking of ecotours... well, this isn’t technically a tour, but it’s too cool not to mention. Enter: The Center for Birds of Prey, a conservation center in Awendaw that’s home to around 50 species of birds. The center offers folks a chance to see animals up close through educational programs + flight demonstrations.
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