From Intern to Employee
Staff Spotlight: Autum Blanchard – From Intern to Employee The Kiawah Conservancy is fortunate to have a team of dedicated, hardworking, and passionate individuals committed
Joint Statement Release: Captain Sam’s Spit
In response to several inquiries regarding the US Army Corps of Engineers’ public notice regarding a proposed inlet relocation at Captain Sam’s Spit, the Town
Best Wildlife Sightings of 2024
Wildlife Sightings of 2024 by Adam Wolf We would like to begin by extending our deepest thanks to everyone who has donated or volunteered to
Working Towards a Cleaner Future
Since January of 2022, the South Carolina Aquarium has partnered with the Kiawah Conservancy to host monthly litter sweeps. The Island Litter Sweeps occur on
Salt Marshes Signal Fall’s Arrival
While temperature and weather fluctuate during the fall, it might not feel like the season is changing this week in the Lowcountry, with highs reaching
Spiders and Silk
By Karen Madoff On walks on and about Kiawah, occasionally one may face plant into an almost invisible web, an unexpected and not so pleasant way to
What is a Wetland?
Across America, the term wetland is often used when discussing development or conservation. But what exactly is a wetland, you may ask? When we talk
Hatching “Eggs”perts
From July to October, sea turtle hatching season occurs, and the Kiawah Island Turtle Patrol Hatching Team works to protect nests from predators and the
A Big Thanks to Our Local Supporters
Ben & Jerry’s of Freshfields Village is a six-time volunteer sponsor for the monthly Island Litter Sweeps, an effort coordinated by the Kiawah Conservancy and South
Closing the Gap
The preservation of 4360 Betsy Kerrison Parkway serves as an excellent example of collaboration between a landowner and a land trust. The land owner, Rich
Ketchup and Mustard
Hi sea island backyard birders! You may have seen a peculiar all-red bird in your yard and been confused when it wasn’t a cardinal. The
How Do Wildlife Beat the Heat?
Across the nation, it seems like summer can bring some stifling heat. When we are cooling off in our air conditioned spaces, it may make