LOCAL Life Faces - April 2025

Meet a few locals who have spent their lives studying our fascinating Lowcountry marshes

There’s a certain magic in the Lowcountry’s marshes—a sensory blend of tide, pluff mud, and wildlife that defines life here. For Andy Jones, Jay Walea, and Jody Hayward, that magic is more than a backdrop—it’s a lifelong calling. These dedicated locals have spent years studying, protecting, and celebrating the Lowcountry’s wetlands, preserving one of the most unique ecosystems in the world.