Folly Fishing Report — March 2020
Time To Get Back on the Water The water is warming, which means its time to get ready to catch some fish Warmer weather is arriving in the Lowcountry and we’ve already seen a few days in the 70s. As the water temperature rises, trout and redfish will become more...
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Legends of Surf
DJ McKevlin opened his first surf shop in 1965 In 1965, Dennis “Mr. Mac” McKevlin opened McKevlin’s Surf Shop out of a storage room in the back of the Folly Bowling Center. The shop grew through several buildings on Folly Beach and locations on Sullivan’s Island and...
The Salt Marsh Bears No Prejudice, No Bias
I sat across the glass top desk from Mary Brent and Sharon. We gathered to hash out details of the upcoming Southern Sampler Artist Colony Saltmarsh Adventure. I didn’t recognize Sharon. I’d only known her dressed in character as the Gullah Lady. “Words and Rhythm...
Beating the Heat
It’s that time of year where the heat seems unbearable to many of us, but summer comes every year for those who forgot. In the living world of the landscape, water is THE most important life-bringer. So, I thought I would take a moment to go over some watering methods...
Folly Fishing Report — July 2015
Fishing For the Weather By Capt. Geoff Bennett | Contributing Writer While the weather has been abnormally hot, it hasn’t slowed the fishing down. Anglers can try fishing early in the morning where they can find fish blitzing bait on the surface as well as calmer...
Born To Shred
For McHenry and Griffin Jackson, surfing is more than a hobby, it’s a way of life A couple of summers ago I was taking my dog for a morning walk on the beach just as the sun was coming up, and I spotted what appeared to be two very young boys heading out into the...
A Different Kind of Beach Getaway
Folly once Served as a refuge for families fleeing typhoid outbreaks Charleston’s early colonists used Folly Beach as a quarantine island (hence its old moniker, “Coffin Island”), but during the 1920s, it served a nearly opposite purpose — as a refuge for Charleston...
Water, Water Everywhere
On an island surrounded by saltwater, Fresh water is essential to life The older, bigger white dog walked straight ahead, claws rhythmically scratching the pavement. The younger, smaller black dog excitedly zigzagged, bouncing each way on the end of her leash. The...
FOLLY FISHING REPORT
Summer Brings Endless Angling Possibilities By Capt. Geoff Bennett | Contributing Writer Our fishery has come alive as warmer water temperatures usher in the summer seasonal species. The possibilities are endless as sharks, ladyfish and bluefish are added to the mix....
Doing Things That Last
Have you ever thought about all the money, time, and effort that goes into creating something or about the difference between building something that lasts versus something to “get you through” or that fits your current budget? This doesn’t just apply to landscaping....
Unleashing The Dragon
Through Dragon boat Competition, Folly Resident Hale Horstman promoteS wellness for cancer survivors What could be better than getting some exercise, eating great food, and raising money for a worthy cause, all at a huge party in a beautiful location? May 2 will mark...