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: […]

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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.

Explore PBC: Marsh Ecology

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.

Palmetto Bluff Conservancy June Photo Contest

June Theme: ‘Resilience’ 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? […]

Brown Bag Lunch: Bluffton History

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

Michael Reynolds is a 9th generation resident of Bluffton with his family dating back to the 1690s.  With this connection, Michael has developed a fascination and passion for local history and has woven together a story of Bluffton’s history – dating back to the indigenous people who resided here to the more recent population boom […]

Discovering the Past: Wilson Cemetery Walk

Wilson Village Post Office 15 Village Park Square, Bluffton, SC

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.

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