Palmetto Bluff

FeederWatch
2026-03-24 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
Join the Conservancy as we monitor the Conservancy bird feeders as part of the FeederWatch citizen science project. Participants will learn how to identify birds that congregate at feeders during the winter, what foods attract different species, and be able to ask staff any bird-related questions they may have!
Walk-ins welcome.
If you would rather attend virtually, click on the following link (or copy and paste into your browser) to watch through zoom webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xPXDs8tUS9y4kTrb8d6yzQ

Research Excursion: Bluebird Survey
2026-03-24 13:00 - 15:30 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
Do you want to see what happens on a bluebird survey? Spend the morning with our Science & Education Manager, 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.

PBC Birding: Cemetery Loop
2026-03-25 09:00 - 11:00 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
Join the Conservancy as we look for migratory birds moving through the pine hardwood uplands and maritime forest edge of Cemetery Loop.
Closed-toed shoes and long pants required.
Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.

Explore PBC: Ferns of the Bluff
2026-03-26 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
The Southeast is home to a diversity of ferns that thrive in moist and shady habitats. Join Brian Byrne, Land & Wildlife Manager, as he shows us what varieties of ferns can be found here at Palmetto Bluff.
Closed-toed shoes and long pants required.
Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.

FeederWatch
2026-03-31 10:00 - 11:00 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
Join the Conservancy as we monitor the Conservancy bird feeders as part of the FeederWatch citizen science project. Participants will learn how to identify birds that congregate at feeders during the winter, what foods attract different species, and be able to ask staff any bird-related questions they may have!
Walk-ins welcome.
If you would rather attend virtually, click on the following link (or copy and paste into your browser) to watch through zoom webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LGUT_SWdTvi5c54qen6urA

Birds of a Feather
2026-03-31 12:00 - 13:00 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
Feathers are as diverse as the birds they are found on, and their structure gives us insight into a bird’s life history. Join the Conservancy as we discuss shape, function, and other unique traits that can be found in bird feathers.
Walk-ins welcome.

Palmetto Bluff Conservancy April Photo Contest
2026-04-01 - 2026-04-30 | South Carolina
April Theme: ‘Inspiring’
The Palmetto Bluff Conservancy hosts a monthly photo contest that highlights the flora and fauna of the Lowcountry, and we want to see what you’ve seen! Each month will celebrate a different, Conservancy-related theme. All ages and skill levels are welcome! Photos must be submitted to info@pbconservancy.org to participate.
How are the photos judged?
Conservancy Educator, Aaron, will review each submission to ensure the photos meet all requirements. Approved entries will be sent to the Conservancy team to be judged in a blind judging.
Prizes: Our top three participants will receive raffle tickets (3 tickets for first place, 2 tickets for second place, and 1 ticket for third place) that will go into a pot for the chance to win a pair of Burn Fest tickets. The drawing will occur following the last Brown Bag Lunch of October.
Rules:

Submitting a photo to the Palmetto Bluff Conservancy photo contest gives the Palmetto Bluff Conservancy permission to use the photo for posts, publications, products, and advertising.
Each participant may submit one photo per month related to that month’s theme. The photo does not need to be taken within that month.
All images must be taken in the South Carolina Lowcountry.
All photos must have complete information attached, including subjects, dates, and locations.
Animal and plant photographs must be wild; no captive animals or planted specimens.
The animal must be alive, and the photo be taken under natural conditions and in an ethical manner that places the welfare of the subject above the photographer’s desire to obtain an image.
Photos modified with AI will not be accepted.

FeederWatch
2026-04-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
Join the Conservancy as we monitor the Conservancy bird feeders as part of the FeederWatch citizen science project. Participants will learn how to identify birds that congregate at feeders during the winter, what foods attract different species, and be able to ask staff any bird-related questions they may have!
Walk-ins welcome.
If you would rather attend virtually, click on the following link (or copy and paste into your browser) to watch through zoom webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eBoN3Ok-TzaFCSRpqGyMaw

Brown Bag Lunch: Living with Alligators
2026-04-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
American alligators have been a part of the Lowcountry landscape since before the first Europeans stepped foot on the continent. As the number of people moving into alligators’ habitat increases, so do the chances of encountering them. Join the Conservancy as we help build an understanding of how to coexist with alligators.
Walk-ins welcome.
If you would rather attend virtually, click on the following link (or copy and paste into your browser) to watch through zoom webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yiCPpvv8TXqK1tK8pBaLSQ

Discovering the Past: Wilson Cemetery Walk
2026-04-02 09:00 - 10:30 | Wilson Village Post Office, 15 Village Park Square, Bluffton, SC, 29910
Join Palmetto Bluff Archaeologists as we stroll among the cemeteries of Wilson Village and hear tales of the lives of those who lay at rest.
Closed-toed shoes and long pants required.
Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.

Volunteer Day - Pollinator Garden
2026-04-02 13:00 - 15:00 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
Do you need volunteer hours or just want to get your hands dirty? Volunteer with Aaron Palmieri, Conservancy Educator, as we spend time tending to the pollinator garden in Moreland Village. We will be weeding the garden beds and providing any necessary TLC.
Gardening gloves, closed-toed shoes, and long pants required.
Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.

First Friday Lecture: Snakes of the Lowcountry
2026-04-03 18:00 - 19:00 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
Bring the entire family to the Conservancy to hear Tony Mills, Education Director for the Lowcountry Institute, discuss the native snakes of the Lowcountry. And of course, there will be live snakes!
Walk-ins welcome.

Explore PBC: Owl Prowl
2026-04-03 20:00 - 22:00 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
*FULLY COMMITTED* |
Who’s hootin’ in the woods? Join the Conservancy on this nocturnal trip and see if the Conservancy can sweet talk some owls into saying hello!
Closed-toed shoes and long pants required.
Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.

Research Excursion: Bluebird Surveys
2026-04-07 09:00 - 11:30, 2026-04-21 09:00 - 11:30 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
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.

Edibles, Medicinals, and Other Uses of Plants: River Road Preserve
2026-04-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
Sustenance, herbal remedies, and materials for clothing are some of the many wonderful phenomena derived from plants. Join the Conservancy as we observe plants growing in River Road Preserve and discuss their past and present uses.
Closed-toed shoes and long pants required.
Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.

FeederWatch
2026-04-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
Join the Conservancy as we monitor the Conservancy bird feeders as part of the FeederWatch citizen science project. Participants will learn how to identify birds that congregate at feeders during the winter, what foods attract different species, and be able to ask staff any bird-related questions they may have!
Walk-ins welcome.
If you would rather attend virtually, click on the following link (or copy and paste into your browser) to watch through zoom webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0FnaGc9yQqiQtZjHPeoU5A

Brown Bag Lunch: Plant & Insect Symbiosis
2026-04-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
Plants and insects have coevolved for millions of years. Pollinators, herbivorous insects, and carnivorous plants are some of the major relationships that have developed in this time. Join Declan Wilson, Land & Wildlife Technician, as he goes into detail on these connections and shares some of the unique relationships found between plants and insects.
Walk-ins welcome.
If you would rather attend virtually, click on the following link (or copy and paste into your browser) to watch through zoom webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_g1ysf2NISPitOK_sNM3HSA

FeederWatch
2026-04-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
Join the Conservancy as we monitor the Conservancy bird feeders as part of the FeederWatch citizen science project. Participants will learn how to identify birds that congregate at feeders during the winter, what foods attract different species, and be able to ask staff any bird-related questions they may have!
Walk-ins welcome.
If you would rather attend virtually, click on the following link (or copy and paste into your browser) to watch through zoom webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_KSRkHzSsTAeJf-mCiQi90A

Explore PBC: Rookery Ramble
2026-04-10 09:00 - 11:30 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
Wading birds are busy tending to their nests, eggs, and even chicks! Join the Conservancy as we check out some of the rookeries at Palmetto Bluff and see what the egrets and herons are doing.
Closed-toed shoes and long pants required.
Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.

Herp Blitz with SCPARC
2026-04-11 08:00 - 14:00 | Conservancy Shop
Join us for our semi-annual herp blitz with the South Carolina Partners in Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (SCPARC). Herp blitzes are a great way to quickly document the amphibians and reptiles in an area. We will be checking turtle traps, hoop traps, and cover boards. Help us survey Palmetto Bluff by signing up. Please indicate which of the three time slots you are reserving when you RSVP.

Morning Outing: 8am – 11am
Afternoon Outing: 11:30am-2pm
All Day: 8am-2pm

Closed-toed shoes and long pants required. Bring water, snacks, and (if you are staying for the full day) lunch.
Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.

Divided Loyalties
2026-04-13 09:00 - 12:00 | May River Chapel, 9 Boat House Street, Bluffton, SC, 29910, United States
Palmetto Bluff is partnering with South Carolina 250 (SC250) to mark the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with a special presentation and walking tour honoring the people of May River Neck and exploring their role in the American Revolution. Join Archaeologist, Katie Epps, as she guides you through several of Palmetto Bluff’s historic cemeteries and the deep, sometimes violent, ties to America’s fight for independence.
Cost: $40 per person. Proceeds go towards cemetery restoration work at Palmetto Bluff.
Closed-toed shoes and long pants required.
Registration required through: info@pbconservancy.org.

Explore PBC: Marsh Ecology
2026-04-14 12:30 - 13:30 | Moreland Landing
What lives in the salt marsh? Come find out as we head to Moreland Landing to check crab traps, throw cast nets, and search for critters just below the surface.
Closed-toed shoes and long pants required.
Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.

Dawn Chorus
2026-04-15 05:30 - 08:00 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
Not many people find themselves in the woods before sunrise, but it is during this time that those lucky few may witness the magic of dawn. Join the Conservancy Land and Wildlife Manager, Brian Byrne, as he takes you out to share in this experience.
Closed-toed shoes and long pants required.
Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.

Explore PBC: Snakes of Headwaters
2026-04-15 09:00 - 11:30 | Wilson Village Post Office, 15 Village Park Square, Bluffton, SC, 29910
Snakes are largely misunderstood, and we want to share our admiration for these ecologically important creatures with you. Join us as we walk the Headwaters Nature Trail and search for these legless reptiles under fallen branches, bark, and coverboards. What’s a coverboard? Come find out!
Closed-toed shoes and long pants required.
Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.

PBC Birding: The Wedge
2026-04-16 09:00 - 11:00 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
Join the Conservancy as we stroll through longleaf pine woodlands in search of birds moving between open canopy and diverse understory.
Closed-toed shoes and long pants required.
Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.

Explore PBC: Firefly Foray
2026-04-17 20:00 - 22:00 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
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 signals.
Closed-toed shoes and long pants required.
Reservations required through: info@pbconservancy.org.

Meandering Naturalist
2026-04-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
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
2026-04-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Conservancy Classroom, 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC, 29910
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.
