The August 2026 edition of The Seabrooker can be accessed online through the Town of Seabrook Island’s website.
Click here and select the August 2026 link.
–Tidelines Editors
The Seabrooker
Turtle Patrol Inventory Sunday, August 9
The Seabrook Island Turtle Patrol has scheduled the inventory of nest 27 for Sunday, August 9 at 7:15 am. This nest is located between boardwalks 6 and 7, which are the nearest beach access points.
Continue reading “Turtle Patrol Inventory Sunday, August 9”Grape Stomp Festival August 15
Grape Stomp Festival
Saturday, August 15, 2026
9:30 am – 5:30 pm
Deep Water Vineyard
6775 Bears Bluff Road, Wadmalaw Island, SC
Grab your tickets now for the 22nd annual Grape Stomp Festival at Deep Water Vineyard on Wadmalaw Island. The festival will include live music, food trucks, local vendors selling unique gifts, and of course, grape stomping.
Gates open at 9:30 am. Parking passes can be purchased in advance here for $10.00 per vehicle or $20.00 per vehicle the day of the festival.
–Tidelines Editors
(Image credit: Deep Water Vineyard website)
Save the Date: Get the Scoop on Beach Management
Steve Hirsch (SIPOA) and Patrick Barrineau (Coastal Science & Engineering) will present the planned sand scraping project that will take place in October 2026. They will also provide an update on the status of the future Captain Sams Inlet Relocation project.
When: Tuesday, September 14, 2026
Where: New Location: Oyster Catcher Community Center
Time: 3:00 pm
Click here for Zoom link
According to John Lassiter, President of Seabrook Island Property Owners Association (SIPOA), in the August issue of Currents:
Sand Recycling along Boardwalks 7, 8 and 9: Our engineering team and consultants have been closely monitoring the status on the beach along this area and paying careful attention to the integrity of the dunes and impact on nearby villas and Club properties.
Erosion has continued to limit access and require regular repairs to the boardwalks and stairs to the beach. Beginning in October, SIPOA will resume scraping sand north of Boardwalk 1 and bringing sand to the area in front of Beach Club Villas and Pelican Watch Villas.
This is the same process we used in late 2024 to add sand along most of our beaches to retain broader strands for each of us to enjoy. Though this process is expensive, dredging like the project underway at Isle of Palms runs more than twenty times this project’s cost.
–Tidelines Editors
City Of Charleston Announces New James Island Park
The City of Charleston is excited to announce a new waterfront park on James Island. Fort Pemberton Park, an 8.7-acre site along the Stono River with a story spanning hundreds of years, is now open.
What started as a Civil War-era earthwork fort built to protect Wappoo Creek later became farmland, then private property for decades, and now it’s a waterfront park for everyone!
Fort Pemberton Park includes a new fishing dock, kayak launch, walking paths, and a picnic shelter. Keep an eye out for eagles, wood storks, foxes, and even the occasional armadillo!
The park is located at 221 Yates Avenue in Riverland Terrace. There are separate ADA entrances on either side, providing access to both the upper part of the fort and the waterfront!
-Submitted by City of Charleston
(Image credit: City of Charleston)
August in Your Charleston County Parks
Check out the wide variety of activities available during August by Charleston County Parks!
-Submitted by Charleston County Parks
(Image credit: CCPRC.com)
Be Alert: School Starts Soon
School bells will soon welcome students and staff back for the beginning of a new school year. Charleston County Schools, which includes Johns Island, will have its first day of school on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Expect increased traffic on the roads, so allow yourself extra time to travel on or off the island, especially during early morning and mid-afternoon hours. During those times of day, you are likely to encounter school buses on the road. Extra patience and caution are often required. Read more to find out when you have to stop for a school bus, and when you don’t.
The College of Charleston will open residence halls on Friday, August 14 and 15, and the first day of classes will be Monday, August 17. This will cause additional traffic downtown around the College of Charleston, so plan accordingly.
Continue reading “Be Alert: School Starts Soon”Turtle Patrol Inventory Friday, August 7
The Seabrook Island Turtle Patrol has scheduled the inventory of nest 24 for Friday, August 7 at 6:30pm. This nest is located about 300 yards northeast of boardwalk 1 which is the nearest beach access.
Continue reading “Turtle Patrol Inventory Friday, August 7”Keep Up with the Lake House August 5
Fitness Classes
Unlimited Fitness Class Pass Increases
Supporting Quality Fitness at the Lake House
The Lake House has become a favorite amenity for many Seabrook Island property owners, offering dozens of instructor-led classes each week designed to promote health, wellness, and community.
To ensure we can continue providing the exceptional instructors and diverse class offerings our property owners enjoy, the monthly Unlimited Fitness Class Pass will increase from $49/month to $59/month beginning August 1, 2026.
This is only the second increase in nearly 20 years and reflects our commitment to maintaining a high-quality fitness program while offering competitive compensation to attract and retain outstanding instructors.
Please note: This unlimited Monthly Fitness Class Pass is an exclusive property owner-only amenity and is not available to rental guests.
With your Unlimited Monthly Class Pass, you’ll continue to enjoy access to an outstanding lineup of 35+ classes throughout the week:
August Group Exercise Schedule
Click here for a description of the above classes. We appreciate your continued support of the Lake House fitness program and look forward to helping you stay active and healthy.
Semi-Private Series
Sign up now for the following semi-private classes. For information about registering and detailed descriptions of the individual classes, click here.
- Yin Yoga – Tuesdays at 5:15 pm. The August series meets from August 4 to 25, the September series meets from Sept 1 to 29, and the October series meets from October 6 to 27.
- Chair Yoga – Wednesdays at 2:30 pm. The August series meets from August 5 to 26, the September series meets from September 2 to 30, and the October series runs from October 7 to 28.
- Stretch, Strengthen & Socialize – Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1:15 pm from July 21 to August 13.
- Classic Mat Pilates – Mondays and Wednesdays at 8:30 am from August 3 – 26.
August at the Charleston Museum
In addition to the other planned events, a very special exhibit is on view this month at the Charleston Museum. On display now through August 30, is an original copy of the Declaration of Independence . Plan to step out of the heat one day and enjoy seeing an important piece of our history.
Continue reading “August at the Charleston Museum”Chow Town Food Truck Rodeo Tonight
Come on down to Chow Town
at Town Hall!
Wednesday, August 5
5:00 to 8:00 pm
Town Hall
Food Trucks:
The Club
Foxes Fried
Pita Stroller
Braised & Glazed
Wich Cream
Music: Dave Tabaka
This is the last Chow Town for Summer 2026.
–Submitted by the Town of Seabrook Island
(Image credit: townofseabrookisland.org)
King Tides in the Charleston Area August 11-12
King Tide is a commonly used term describing high tides that are higher than normal. They usually occur during a full or new moon or during specific seasons throughout the year. Charleston’s average high tide range is about 5.5 ft., but during a king tide event, it can reach 7 ft. or higher.
King Tides can cause flooding in low-lying areas, resulting in road closures on Seabrook Island, as well as the Johns Island and Charleston areas. This is particularly true when a king tide coincides with significant rain and/or wind.
The next dates of the predicted King Tides are August 11-12.
Continue reading “King Tides in the Charleston Area August 11-12”