Meandering Naturalist

Conservancy Classroom 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC

Join us on a casual stroll through River Road Preserve where Conservancy staff will point out unique plants, animals, and answer any questions participants have along the way. Walk-ins welcome.

Research Excursion: Cavity Nest Box Survey

Conservancy Classroom 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC

Join the Conservancy Educator, Aaron Palmieri, as we conduct the monthly cavity nest box survey. These large nest boxes are located in multiple habitats throughout Palmetto Bluff, and we are excited to see what animals call them home! Closed-toed shoes/waterproof boots and long pants required. Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.

Brown Bag Lunch: Montpelier

Conservancy Classroom 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC
Hybrid Hybrid Event

Join Palmetto Bluff’s Archaeologist, Katie Epps, as we explore the first plantation established on May River Neck and the families that lived on and worked the land during the turmoil (and gunfights) of the Revolutionary War through the late 19th century. Walk-ins welcome. If you would rather attend virtually, click on the following link (or […]

PBC Birding: Compartment 20

Conservancy Classroom 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC

The dense hardwood forests, thinned pine plantations, and ephemeral wetlands in Compartment 20 attract a diversity of songbirds. Join the Conservancy as we seek out any migratory birds hiding amongst the vegetation. Closed-toed shoes and long pants required. Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.

Explore PBC: Firefly Foray

Conservancy Classroom 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC

Many of us recall the fields of fireflies of our youth, but today we are hard-pressed to share this experience with our children and grandchildren.  At Palmetto Bluff, there are places where you can still enjoy these charismatic beetles. Join us as we visit locations where we have a good opportunity to see their nocturnal […]

Research Excursion: Bluebird Surveys

Conservancy Classroom 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC

Do you want to see what happens on a bluebird survey? Spend the morning with our Educator, Aaron, as he monitors his portion of the 70+ bluebird boxes spread throughout Palmetto Bluff. Closed-toed shoes and long pants required. Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.

Explore PBC: Aquatic Invertebrates

Conservancy Classroom 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC

Healthy wetlands and ponds contain a diversity of invertebrates beneath their surface.  Join Declan Wilson as we look for these fascinating creatures and talk about their behaviors and adaptations they developed for their aquatic lifestyle. Closed-toed shoes and long pants required. Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.

Explore PBC: Road to Anson

Conservancy Classroom 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC

New to Palmetto Bluff and wish to have a glimpse of what the Conservancy does? Join us as we travel down Whitehouse Road, stopping at various locations to observe areas where we conduct research and land management. At the end, we will see the stunning view of the New River from what will one day […]

Ecotour with Captain Amber

Wilson Chapel Dock

Captain Amber has spent her life in and along the May River, and her ecotours highlight the love and knowledge she holds for the salt marsh. Join us as we explore the May River and other tidal estuaries while Captain Amber teaches us about the creatures that call these waters home. $65 fee. Reservations required through: […]

$65

Let’s Talk About… Insects!

Conservancy Classroom 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC

The United States is home to over 90,000 described species of insects.  Some are admired while others are despised, but most insects go unnoticed in our daily lives.  Join the Conservancy as we discuss the multi-legged residents of Palmetto Bluff. Walk-ins welcome.

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