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Spring Departures from Seabrook Island
Article submitted by: Ron Schildge in 2017; Republished in March 2026Photographs submitted by: Ed Konrad Who have packed their bags and are leaving for cooler summers up north? We are all familiar with the common Northern Snowbird that arrives in early winter with their faded tans, rumpled shorts and out of state license plates. You
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The Cruising Dilettante Birders
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Join SIB: Beyond Our Backyards at Kiawah River
Sunday, March 15, 2026 8:00am-11:00amLearning Together at Kiawah River Location: Meet at Kiawah Town Hall and car pool to Kiawah RiverMax: 12 people in 4 vehiclesCost None for members; $10 donation for guestsTrip Leader: Judy Morr Register Now We have another chance to check out birds that can be found on this varied habitat property but
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Learning Together at Seabrook Island Golf Courses (Ocean Winds or Crooked Oaks)
Monday March 16, 2026 8:30 am – 10:30 am – Crooked OaksLocation: Meet at Bag Drop at Island House 3772 Seabrook Island Road, Seabrook Island, SC 29455 for ride along the golf course in golf cartsMax: 24 (If all seats in golf carts are used)Cost: Free for members; $10 donation for guests – Priority will be
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SIB “Bird of the Week” – Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker – Sphyrapicus variusLength: 7.1-8.7″; Wingspan: 13.4-15.7″; Weight: 1.5-1.9 oz. The Yellow-bellied Sapsucker is the only woodpecker in eastern North America that is completely migratory. Although a few individuals remain throughout much of the winter in the southern part of the breeding range, most head farther south, going as far south as Panama. Females tend to
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Join SIB: Beyond our Backyard – Patriot’s Point Nature Trail
Thursday, March 12th 6:30 am – 12:00 pm with lunch optionBeyond our Backyard – Patriot’s Point Nature TrailLocation: Meet at Seabrook Island Real Estate to carpool at 6:30 amMeet at Nature Trail Parking lot at 7:30 amDirections: From West Coleman Boulevard, drive south on Patriot’s Point Boulevard for approximately 0.2 mile. A small parking area is
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Join SIB: Shorebird Walk on North Beach with Cami Duquet, SCDNR
Friday March 13, 2026, 10:00am – 12 noonBirding at North BeachLocation: Meet at Boardwalk # 1 Parking lotMax: 15Cost: Free for members; $10 donation for guests REGISTER NOW Trip Leader: Cami Duquet, SCDNRJoin SIB to bird at Seabrook Island’s North Beach. This three-mile round trip walk travels from Board Walk #1 to the tip of
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Why You Should Become a Shorebird Steward Like Me in 2026
By Deanna Forsythe During my 30 years of teaching elementary students, one of my favorite subjects to teach was science. Whether I was teaching children about animals, trees, flowers, weather, or rocks, I always found my students excited to learn. It was the hands-on projects that taught them the most. Like me, you probably have
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Join SIB: Beyond our Backyard – Magnolia Cemetery and Romney Street Site
Thursday, March 5th 8:30 am 3:00 pmBirding at Magnolia Cemetery and Romney Street SiteLocation: Meet at Seabrook Island Real Estate to carpool at 8:30 amMeet at Magnolia Cemetery at 9:30 amLunch option: tbdAfternoon birding at Romney Street Site Max: 12 Cost: Free for members; $10 donation for guestsTrip leaders: Bob Mercer & Jen Jerome REGISTER NOW
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SIB “Bird of the week “ – Blue Jay
This is a common, large songbird known to many people. Blue above and white below, with a prominent crest and a bold black necklace. The wings and tail are barred with black, and it has a bold white wing bar. The black bridle across the face, nape, and throat varies extensively and may help Blue