Hilton Head Living

YOUR FAMILY HAS A CUTE NEW PUPPY. NOW WHAT?

If there is some good that has come out of the coronavirus pandemic, it’s that more and more fur babies are finding their forever homes.

Which is great! Dogs are an endless source of amusement, particularly the less bright ones (the author can make that joke, as he owns a lab, a breed the AKC refers to as “hilariously dumb”).

HEAD OUTDOORS IN NATURE ON HHI TO HAVE A GREAT TIME

In the Lowcountry, there’s no limit to the good times you can have without getting sand in your shoes. Whether you’re looking to improve your handicap, spend a little quality time with the family or discover the island’s history, enjoyment awaits. Get out there and find it.

A WHEEL GOOD TIME

Hilton Head Island recently saw its Gold-Level Bike Friendly Community status re-affirmed, with the added bonus of being named the most bike-friendly community in South Carolina. It’s a well-earned title; the island boasts 6 miles of bike lanes, 117 miles of shared-use pathways, 108 miles of paved shared-use paths, 14 miles of planned pathways, and 1 mile of single track stretching across the island. Bikers of all abilities are sure to find the perfect path for their two-wheeled exploration of the island.

LOCAL SCUBA FANS TAKE EXPLORATION TO NEW DEPTHS, URGE BOATER CAUTION

The first time Matt Garbade went scuba diving in the May River, the darkness was unsettling. But coming back up to the surface was even more harrowing. 

Garbade is one of a growing number of divers who brave the Lowcountry’s murky waters in search of treasures, and while he’s grown accustomed to exploring the river bed with limited visibility, he still feels uneasy about coming back to the surface because of boaters who don’t always heed the warnings that divers are in the area. 

PREP EARLY FOR HURRICANES TO STAY SAFE

Recently, Gov. Henry McMaster warned residents of the Lowcountry and the rest of the state to get ready for an active storm season. 

“Here we are, in hurricane season in the middle of a pandemic,” said McMaster, who called the next five months “a heavy hurricane year” because forecasters predict an above average number of hurricanes with greater than normal strength.

HOW TO MAKE THE BEST OF A DIFFICULT SITUATION

When couples walk down the aisle, they’re envisioning days, months and years spent together; growing old together. 

But sometimes, life gets in the way. 

HISTORIC LIGHTHOUSE IN PALMETTO DUNES GETS FACELIFT

A piece of history in Palmetto Dunes and the site of many legends, the Rear Range Lighthouse in Palmetto Dunes has been restored to its former glory. 

The lighthouse is part of the National Register of Historic Places and is a popular stop for visitors.

Oh the places we’ve been! 36 months, 73 countries!

Anegada
Antartica
Argentina
Aruba
Australia
Austria

Where are you traveling this summer? 

We are going on our annual Colorado trip, but driving instead of flying for more flexibility.
– Heather Malia Rath

Shuri

Age: 2.5 years old 
Gender: Female 
Weight: 53 pounds 
Breed: Mixed 

Temperament: Loving and sassy Shuri has been at PAL for more than two years and is eager for a real home. She spent several weeks of the quarantine in a foster home and was a great guest. She is spayed, microchipped and up to date on vaccines.