Wild Mushrooms in the Lowcountry: When to Find Them and How to Use Them
Spring rains bring a hidden harvest to the Lowcountry. Here’s when wild mushrooms appear, how to find them safely and how chefs use them in the kitchen.
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What Local Chefs Love Right Now: Spring Ingredients to Try in the Lowcountry
From fleeting fiddlehead ferns to fragrant tarragon and bold gingerroot, local chefs share the wild ingredients inspiring their spring menus.
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Honeyed Bread & Butter Pickles Recipe (Palmetto Bluff Club)
Sweet, tangy and full of crunch, these honeyed bread and butter pickles from Palmetto Bluff Club are a simple way to preserve fresh cucumbers and elevate any dish.
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What’s fresh in April? Give peas a chance
Sweet, tender and in season now, green peas are one of spring’s freshest ingredients in the Lowcountry. Here’s how to pick, cook and enjoy them at their peak.
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Local IQ: April crossword challenge for locals
Put your local knowledge to the test with April’s interactive crossword puzzle. From Lowcountry wildlife to RBC Heritage traditions, see if you can solve them all.
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Official Mensa® Challenge – April 2026
Ready to challenge your brain? This month’s Mensa puzzle features five tricky riddles that will test your logic, creativity and problem-solving skills.
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How Your Dog’s Ancient Instincts Show in Everyday Life
In everyday life, dogs carry the instincts of their wild ancestors. From fetching sticks to rolling around in the grass, these common behaviors are echoes of survival skills honed over millennia.
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How Kayaking Broad Creek Differs at High and Low Tides
Broad Creek offers two completely different kayaking experiences depending on the tide. Local guide Dave Kerns of Kayak Hilton Head explains why many paddlers return twice—once at high tide and again at low tide—to witness the marsh’s dramatic transformations. This guide explores what you can expect on the water during each tidal phase.
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RBC Heritage Red Geraniums and More April Gardening Tips for Lowcountry Gardens
From selecting vibrant red geraniums to celebrate the RBC Heritage golf tournament to growing summer veggies on your porch, this guide covers everything Lowcountry gardeners need to keep their yards in bloom.
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The Secret Pollinators Powering Your Garden
Most people think of honeybees when they hear “pollinator,” but it’s the native bees of the Lowcountry that quietly sustain our gardens, farms and coastal ecosystems. This guide helps you identify them, understand their crucial role and take easy steps to help them thrive in your backyard and beyond.
