Last week, I wrote about various summer beach activities, including swimming, shelling, synchronized swimming moves, and beach games. But as we all know, summer on the island (and off-island, I’m sure, as well) brings with it much, much more. And so, what’s gone down on the island of late? First, the storms that have swept […]
sea turtle nests
Almost Fall
The signs of the approaching fall are upon us. There are still quite a few sea turtle nests left, but the number is waning. In my experience, it always seems like the fishing boats are most prevalent in the fall. These days, it’s hard not to spend much time on the ocean and not see […]
Sea Turtle Nesting Time
Last summer, I wrote about sea turtles and their role on the islands here. It’s nesting time again in the Carolinas, so when I was walking the beach the other day, I stumbled across three nests all within a short distance of our house. I love seeing those nests, nests that remind me that it’s […]
Sea Turtles
When you live on an island in Carolina, more than likely, you are well-acquainted with the idea and presence of sea turtles. Because sea turtles are an endangered species, many organizations now exist whose primary purpose is to promote the survival of sea turtles, through efforts such as educating the public, protecting sea turtle nests […]