SIPOA Announces New Guide on Island Life

Seabrook Island Property Owners Association (SIPOA) has published a new guide to help Seabrookers and visitors navigate the SIPOA facilities, amenities, and activities on the island.

The guide provides information about the Lake House, Oyster Catcher Community Center, Nature Trails, Nature Viewing Areas, and Water Amenities. It also gives news about annual events, special interest groups, and Get The Scoop.

Click here to read the guide or visit the SIPOA website and access it through the Lake House & Community Center homepage.

–Tidelines Editors

TOSI Renews Contract with AirMedCare Network

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In 2016, the Town of Seabrook Island entered into an agreement with the AirMedCare Network​ to provide benefits to covered individuals for certain air medical transport flights originating in Charleston County. Under the town’s municipal membership plan, a “covered individual” includes:

  • Any individual who owns property, wholly or in part, within the boundaries of the Town of Seabrook Island, SC (regardless of residency status);
  • Any individual whose residence is located within the boundaries of the Town of Seabrook Island, SC, as documented on a valid South Carolina Driver’s License, South Carolina Voter Registration Card, or lease agreement with a term of at least six (6) months (regardless of property ownership status); and
  • Any individual who resides with and is a member of the immediate household of an individual covered by (1) or (2).

To be eligible for this benefit, a covered individual must be flown by Meducare Air (or any other AirMedCare Network provider) to the closest appropriate medical facility. In addition, the transport must originate from a pick-up location anywhere in Charleston County.

Membership in the AirMedCare Network ensures that the covered individual will have no out-of-pocket flight expenses if flown by a network provider. Under the program, any costs not covered by the patient’s private insurance will be covered under the town’s municipal membership plan. If the patient is uninsured at the time of transport, Med-Trans Corporation will bill the uninsured person at the “Medicare Allowable Rate.” This coverage does not apply to air transport flights on non-network providers, or to flights originating outside of Charleston County.

​The AirMedCare Network is the largest air ambulance network in the United States. Participating providers in the AirMedCare Network provide air ambulance services from more than 245 air medical bases across 32 states.

For more information about the AirMedCare Network, please visit www.airmedcarenetwork.com.

-Submitted by the Town of Seabrook Island

(Image credit: AirMedCare)

 

Traffic Alert this Weekend

This weekend, the Charleston area is hosting three major events, bringing thousands of people to the area. If you have not already made plans to participate or attend one of the events, you may want to stay home on beautiful Seabrook Island to avoid the traffic these events will bring.


The Cooper River Bridge Run is Saturday, March 28, 2026. It is an annual 10-kilometer (6.2 mi), one-way road-running event across the Arthur Ravenel, Jr. Bridge held in the cities of Mount Pleasant and Charleston.

Based on the number of race finishers, the event is the third-largest 10K and the fifth-largest road race in the United States. Approximately 38,500 runners will participate, along with countless family and friends cheering them on.

The Credit One Charleston Open, North America’s largest women’s-only professional tennis tournament, is taking place March 28 – April 5, 2026, on Daniel Island in Charleston, South Carolina. Fans can expect world-class play with 10 top 25 players confirmed, including a strong group of Americans. Beyond the action on court, attendees can enjoy a dynamic lineup of off-court experiences throughout the nine-day event.

On the weekend of March 27 – 29, thousands of festival-goers will arrive in this gracious Southern town to take in the flowers and hospitality and attend one of the largest arts and crafts festivals in the Southeast- The YMCA Flowertown Festival.

–Tidelines Editor

(Photo credit:  raceroster.com, creditonecharlestonopen.com, Summervilleymca.org)

Keep Up with the Lake House March 25

Activities & Events

Spring Dog Pool Party – Today – Wednesday, March 25, from 3:00 to 5:00 pm at the Lake House outdoor pool. With spring just around the corner, it’s your dog’s turn to enjoy an afternoon at the pool. Click here for details. Once on the website, you will need to scroll down for the information.

Fitness Classes

The Importance of Strength Training While Taking a GLP-1 Medication – Strength training is especially important when taking a GLP-1 medication because these drugs often cause rapid weight loss, and without resistance exercise, a significant portion of that weight can come from muscle, not just fat. Click here for more information.

Monthly Schedule
The Group Exercise Schedule can be viewed by clicking here.

Movement and Meditation – New class on Tuesdays at 8:00 am. Click here for more information. No registration is necessary as this is a Group Exercise Class.

Semi-Private Series
Sign up now for the following semi-private classes. For more information about the series and detailed descriptions of the individual classes, click here.

  • Classic Mat Pilates – Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30 am from March 30 to April 22 at Oyster Catcher. This progressive mat-based class will begin with the foundational exercises of the Classical Pilates system, making it perfect for beginners and welcoming to all men and women, with plenty of opportunity to grow and advance over time. No prior experience needed – just come ready to move and learn. Please bring your own mat, as they are not available at Oyster Catcher.
  • Chair Yoga – Wednesdays at 2:30 pm. The February series meets from February 4 to 25. The March series meets from March 4 to 25. The April series meets from April 1 to 29.
  • Yin Yoga – Tuesdays at 5:15 pm. The February series meets from February 3 to 24. The March series meets from March 3 to 31. The April series meets from April 7 to 28.
  • Yoga for Bone Health – Mondays at 11:00 am from March 2 to March 30.
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SIPC Photographer of the Quarter Jeri Mearns

Please join the Seabrook Island Photography Club for a reception
to meet Jeri and view her photography.

Tuesday, April 7, 2026
4:30-6:00 pm 
The Lake House

In her own words…

I’ve been capturing moments with a camera since I was a child—the one who always snapped the Christmas photos, birthday celebrations, and pictures of our dogs. That was me. I was always behind the camera, whether it was with a Brownie box camera, a Kodak Instamatic, or a Nikon point-and-shoot. As I ventured into my professional life (always an early adopter of technology!), I continued to shoot on film, filling albums with my cherished snapshots.

Then came digital cameras, and that changed everything. I shot many more images, did workshops with Moose Peterson & Joe McNally, and was twice published in National Geographic Traveler. I taught myself to “post-process” images with Lightroom and Photoshop and other post-processing software – Topaz, NIK, ON1, Smart Photo Editor. These tools allowed me to “play” with the pixels, dramatically changing what originally came out of the camera. I could now convert to B&W, Sepia, and add textures and backgrounds and other effects that would be impossible with the camera alone. And I loved it. I spend hours on each image. Although I sometimes have a vague idea of what I want to end up with – more often I just start working with the various tools trying one thing and another until I get something I’m happy with.

In 2015, I became a member of The Arcanum, an online mentoring program founded by Trey Ratcliffe, where I had the privilege of working with Master Photographer Janice Sullivan for two years. During that time, I gained invaluable insights from her expertise and critiques, as well as from engaging with photographers from around the globe.

Since moving from Mill Valley, CA in 2019, I have continued “Playing with Pixels” as a member of both the Seabrook & Kiawah Island Photo Clubs.

-Jeri Mearns

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April Events at Freshfields Village

Freshfields kicks off the Spring schedule with the following events:

Friday, April 3 – Music on The Green from 6:00-9:00 pm

Celebrate the arrival of spring with a special Music on the Green concert on Friday, April 3 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. Head to the Village Green at Freshfields Village for a complimentary, outdoor concert featuring The Island Trio. Guests are encouraged to bring beach chairs and blankets as we welcome back one of our favorite events.

Music on the Green will return this summer every Friday from May 22 through September 5!

Saturday, April 4 – Outdoor Movie Night starting at 7:00 pm

Celebrate the arrival of spring with an outdoor movie night on the Village Green! Join us on Saturday, April 4 at 7:00 pm for a family-friendly film under the stars. Bring your chairs, blankets, and favorite picnic treats, and make it a cozy evening with friends and family!

Tonight’s Feature: Peter Rabbit (2018, PG, 100 minutes)

Saturday, April 18 – Cars & Coffee from 9:00-11:00 am

Arrive in your favorite ride or stop by the Village Green to browse unique, antique and other cool cars at our monthly Cars & Coffee! The event will take place on the 3rd Saturday of each month from February to September, from 9:00 to 11:00 am.

Sunday, April 19 – Blues by the Sea from 3:00-7:00 pm

Join us for the 20th Annual Blues by the Sea on Sunday, April 19 from 3:00 to 7:00 pm! Head to the Village Green for a complimentary blues show for the entire family.

This year’s line up: 

3:00 – 4:00 pm – Legends of Modern Chicago Blues, featuring Maurice John Vaughn, Freddie Dixon, John Watkins, Tim Taylor

4:15 – 5:30 pm – Mac Arnold & Plate Full o’ Blues

5:45 – 7:00 pm – Hitman

This event is presented by the Kiawah Island Arts and Cultural Events Council

Guests are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets. The event will take place rain or shine under the tent on the Village Green. 

For more information about these events and other happening at Freshfields Village, click here.

–Tidelines Editors

Seabrook Island Green Space Conservancy (SIGSC)

Dear Seabrook Island Green Space Conservancy Friends and Supporters,

By now, you may have heard about the Kiawah Conservancy’s expansion and rebranding efforts. You might have even recently received their beautiful magazine, Roots. Their work has now broadened to include Johns Island and Seabrook Island, prompting their new name: Conservancy of the Sea Islands.

The missions of Seabrook Island Green Space Conservancy and the Conservancy of the Sea Islands align closely. We are both dedicated to preserving the natural environment through land and easement acquisition, as well as through education and advocacy for the long-term protection of our islands’ natural assets. The Seabrook Island Green Space Conservancy is grateful for the invaluable work of the Conservancy of the Sea Islands and we fully support all conservation efforts.

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TOSI Happenings for the Week of March 23


NEWS YOU CAN USE

A Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, March 24, at 2:30 pm at Seabrook Island Town Hall. During the public hearing, Town Council will receive comments on the following ordinance:

Ordinance 2026-01
An ordinance amending the Town of Seabrook Island Development Standards Ordinance (DSO) to establish a Planned Development (PD) District and to update various development regulations, administrative procedures, and definitions.

Beach Off-Peak Season – Off-peak season beach rules are now in place. Click here to read the off-peak rules.

Spring Shredding Event – The Town will host a shredding event on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm at Town Hall.

TOSI Monthly E-newsletter – To stay up-to-date with town communications, sign up for the e-newsletter by clicking here.

MEETINGS

To stay up to date on meeting dates and times, visit TOSI’s calendar located on its homepage.

Town Council Meeting
Tuesday, March 24 – 2:30 pm
The agenda can be viewed by clicking here. Watch Live on YouTube.

Agendas will be posted at least 24 hours before each meeting. All videos are available on the town’s YouTube channel. Individuals wishing to participate in the meeting via Zoom can call (843) 768-9121 or email pwiggins@townofseabrookisland.org for login information before the meeting.

To view the calendar of meetings beyond this week, visit the home page of TownofSeabrookIsland.org.

-Submitted by the Town of Seabrook Island

Reminder: Getting Your Affairs in Order, A Practical Approach

Seabrook Island Village (SIV) will host an interactive presentation entitled “Getting Your Affairs in Order, A Practical Approach”.

Friday, March 27, 2026
1:00 to 3:00 pm
Live Oak Hall at the Lake House

The event is free of charge, and SIV invites everyone to attend.

“Getting your affairs in order” is a phrase that we usually don’t want to think about, because the phrase itself can bring about fear, anxiety, and worry. Instead of thinking about “the end”, how about working to get our affairs in order before we travel abroad, or before we relocate to another state? It’s true, we’re all busy folks, but it’s possible we put off thinking about “getting our affairs in order” because we don’t know where to start. Once we have our important affairs in order, we may feel relieved knowing that essential items are documented in an orderly manner. 

Join us for an interactive session with Ashley Andrews, JD, of LaFond Law Group. In this session, we will explore a practical approach to getting our affairs in order, covering topics such as assigning power of attorney, tax considerations, healthcare directives, and other important matters.

Ashley focuses her practice on probate and estate matters, guardianship and conservatorship cases, and real estate closings and litigation.

Click here to register for this event or scan the QR code below:

-Submitted by Seabrook Island Village

Save the Date: Pennsylvania Connection April 13

If you’re from Pennsylvania … lived in Pennsylvania … traveled through Pennsylvania … or thought about Pennsylvania, mark your calendar for Monday, April 13. 

Seabrookers with the Keystone State on their minds will gather at Oyster Catcher Community Center on April 13 from 5:30 – 8:00 pm for the Pennsylvania Connection. Organizers bill it as an opportunity to meet or renew ties with other islanders whose interest might range from Eagles, Steelers or Phillies to Rolling Rock, the Schuylkill Expressway, or Beaver Stadium. 

The BYOB event is open to all interested Seabrookers. Participants are asked to bring an appetizer, main dish, dessert, or favorite “Pennsylvania food item” (think ring bologna, sticky buns or shoofly pie). Five dollars per person will be collected at the door to cover cost of soft drinks and disposables. 

For questions or to register, contact Katherine Kunkleman kkunkelman@comcast.net. Please RSVP by March 31.

-Submitted by Kathy Kunkleman

(Image credit: Kathy Kunkleman)

Kids Coming to Visit? 15 Things to Do

Do you have children or grandchildren coming to visit? Wondering what to do while they are here? Here are a few suggestions:

–Tidelines Editors

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Charleston RiverDogs Tea Party

Pinkies out! Join the RiverDogs for their first annual tea party on April 4, 2026.

Fans with this ticket package will have exclusive access to a tea party in the tented Murray’s mezzanine down the first base line. Enjoy the game from one of the premium picnic areas while sipping tea in partnership with the Charleston Tea Garden and indulge on a tea party menu of snacks, sandwiches, and sweet treats.

For tickets and more information, click here.

The Charleston RiverDogs are the Single-A Affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays. They play in the Joseph P. Riley Stadium, also known as “The Joe”, which sits near the Ashley River and catches the breezes from the river and adjoining marshland. It has been rated one of the best stadiums in the minor league and collegiate levels. (The Citadel baseball team plays there as well.)

–Tidelines Editors

(Image credit: Charleston RiverDogs)