Nature
Bee-Friendly Gardening Tips
At Kiawah River, we’re big fans of bees. They’re small but mighty creatures, pollinating 80% of all crops we eat. That means that bees are...
Wildflower Meadows Update for Winter!
Have you noticed how lush and beautiful the landscapes along Kiawah River Parkway have become? Jeff Snyder, our Chief Environmental Officer, is lovingly managing the wildflower...
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Kiawah River Flora: Spartina Grass in its Spring Splendor
A telltale sign that spring has arrived in the Lowcountry is the greening of the marsh grass throughout the sea islands. Spartina grass, the smooth...
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Kiawah River Wildlife: Great Egrets
One of Kiawah River’s most recognizable birds is the Great Egret. They’re easy to spot, with their long, S-curved necks and bright white plumage. You’ll...
Events | Nature | Neighborhood | News
Wildflower Meadows Update for Winter!
Have you noticed how lush and beautiful the landscapes along Kiawah River Parkway have become? Jeff Snyder, our Chief Environmental Officer, is lovingly managing the wildflower...
Nature
Get to Know Kiawah River’s Birds: Belted Kingfisher
You’ve probably heard the Belted Kingfisher before you’ve seen it. Known for its loud, rattling call, the Belted Kingfisher will hover in the air over the...
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Roseate Spoonbills: Kiawah River’s Colorful Residents
Roseate Spoonbills are one of Kiawah River’s most popular residents. They’re always exciting to spot—whether flying in formation overhead or feeding in the shallows of...
Farm | Nature
New Homes at Kiawah River …for the Birds
Have you seen the birdboxes along the fences at The Goatery? The new additions to Kiawah River are courtesy of the Kiawah River Wildlife Conservancy (KRWC)...
Adventure | Area Guide | Nature
On the Water: Q&A and Fishing Tails with Caroline Irwin, Fly Right Charters
Fishing in the Kiawah River is one of our residents’ favorite pastimes and is an outdoor activity that the whole family can enjoy. With water...
Farm | Nature
How Kiawah River’s Wildflower Fields are Helping its Bees
If you are a nature-lover like so many of our Kiawah River residents, it’s time to make a beeline to the community’s bountiful wildflower fields....
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KRWC Welcomes Charleston Horticultural Society
The Kiawah River Wildlife Conservancy recently hosted the Charleston Horticultural Society for a “walk and talk” covering pocket gardens and the management of Kiawah River’s...
Nature | Neighborhood
Kiawah River Uses Ladybugs as a Natural Pest Control
At Kiawah River, we strive to keep things as natural as possible. So, when our Chief Environmental Officer, Jeff Snyder, noticed an increase in aphids...
Area Guide | Nature
Living Outdoors: Visit Bird Key Stono Seabird Sanctuary from the Kiawah River
Kiawah River’s 2,000 acres of vibrant salt marshes and maritime forests offer abundant opportunities to explore the environment’s diverse wildlife. One of our residents’ favorite...
Area Guide | Seasonal | Nature | Seasonal
Notes from Nature: What’s in Bloom at Kiawah River?
Charleston is a botanical playground year-round. From window boxes on the peninsula to the area’s historic homes and parks, visitors can always find something in...
Nature
Boy Scout Troop 777 Installs Bat Boxes at Kiawah River
Recently, our Chief Environmental Officer Jeff Snyder welcomed Boy Scout Troop 777 to Kiawah River to install four bat boxes in the pasture. The Scouts...
Nature | Wellness
Five Tips for Meditating at Kiawah River
If you call Kiawah River home, there’s a good chance that you’re drawn to water. You may find it calming—taking walks along the river or...
Nature | Seasonal
Winter Bird Watching
As a preserved estuary, Kiawah River is vibrant with bird species such as Roseate Spoonbills, Great Blue Herons, Dunlins and more. Found nesting near our...
Home | Nature
Scott Parker Brings Passion to Enriching & Preserving Kiawah River’s Environment
Nestled among the sparkling marsh flats and sprawling live oak trees of the South Carolina Lowcountry is Kiawah River, an agrihood located just outside of Charleston, S.C. With 20 miles...
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Notes from Nature: Kiawah River’s Wildlife Conservancy Builds Homes for Owls and Bats
As the South Carolina Lowcountry’s only agrihood, Kiawah River prioritizes residents’ wellness and a strong connection to nature by offering endless opportunities to engage the community. Founded by...
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Notes from Nature: Incorporating Hydrangeas into Everyday Floral Décor
Representing gratitude, grace and beauty, hydrangeas begin to decorate front yards, gardens and dinner tables as they bloom in the spring and summer months. Ranging from bright...
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Living Outdoors: Kiawah River Wildlife Conservancy
At Kiawah River, we encourage our residents to be “one with nature” and are eager to provide the opportunities for homeowners to get their hands...
Farm | Nature
Tranquility of Nature: Spring Bouquet Tips with Jana Mendenhall of Bohicket Blooms
Spring bouquets bring out the vibrancy of the season in our homes at Kiawah River. We’re thankful that Jana Mendenhall of Bohicket Blooms is here at Kiawah...
Food | Nature
What to Pack on Your Spring Picnic
As the weather gets warmer and the days get longer, the Lowcountry’s flora comes to life with bright bursts of seasonal blooms along the winding...
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Lowcountry Pastimes: Birding at Kiawah River
Did you know South Carolina’s abundant avian life includes more than 430 bird species, many of which are unique to the Southeastern region? As a...
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Get to Know Your Local Waterways
Whether you are a recreational enthusiast or active water buff, the waters surrounding the Lowcountry offer endless opportunities to enjoy and celebrate this unparalleled natural environment. Kiawah River’s commitment...
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The Artistry of Nighttime Lighting
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All About Bees: Inside the Hive
Once you understand how Kiawah River’s Golden Honey is made, every taste will be even sweeter. Chuck Hudspeth, the Kiawah River beekeeper, is inviting us to learn...
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Kiawah River’s Field Guide Comes to Life: How to Go Crabbing
Catching crabs, or crabbing, is an unofficial fundamental pastime of the Coastal South, especially along our South Carolina shores. The Lowcountry’s intercoastal waterways are stocked full of blue...
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On the Water: Tide Guide
From the clusters of oyster beds and perennial spartina grass, or cordgrass as more locally known, along the sparkling saltwater riverside to the tailing redfish...
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Notes from Nature: Spotting Migrating Monarch Butterflies at Kiawah River
When spring returns to the Lowcountry each year, it brings with it an abundance of sunshine, warm coastal breezes and the bright green hue of...
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New Bird Sightings at Kiawah River
Appreciating Kiawah River’s indigenous bird population is one of our favorite pastimes, as many Johns Islanders locals will agree. The island is full of diversity...
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Behind the Scenes: Transplanting Trees at Kiawah River
Photo by Jason Stemple For hundreds of years, Charleston’s sea islands have offered an abundance of natural scenery. From winding waterways brimming with speckled trout to...
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Charleston’s First Agrihood: Kiawah River Cultivates Community with Nature
“Charleston is … a mighty force on the nation’s food scene … with creative chefs who redefine what we think of as farm-to-table cooking.” – Conde...
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3 Benefits of Kiawah River’s Golden Honey
Once you’ve tried it, you’ll never go back to store bought. Kiawah River’s honey is special to our community. It is sweet, pure and timeless in...
Food | Nature
A Summertime Guide to Lowcountry Fish + a Savory Grilled Fish Recipe
Whether you’re cruising the miles of inland waterways by boat or heading out to a local pier with your reel in hand, the waters surrounding...
Nature | Seasonal
Farmer’s Almanac: Gardening Tips for August
Here on Johns Island, we have an abundance of local farmers who deliver bountiful, fresh produce to our local markets. But there’s nothing like harvesting...
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Kiawah River Creates Community Focused on Responsible Living
Nestled on 2,000 acres of picturesque land with a rich farming history, Kiawah River is committed to carrying on the agricultural legacy of Johns Island...
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Lowcountry Birding at Kiawah River
Kiawah River is nestled amidst the lushness of the Charleston sea islands and comprises 20 miles of shoreline, maritime forest, salt marshes and dune fields....
Nature | Wellness
Why Does Kiawah River Honey Taste Like Summer? Our Beekeeper Explains.
September is National Honey Month, so it is only fitting that we dedicate a post to the miraculous honeybee and highlight its important role at...
Nature
The Quintessential Plants of the Lowcountry
Charleston and the surrounding Lowcountry is known for its warm weather and winding waterways, but its flowering plants and green and gold marsh grasses are...
Nature
Life Is Abundant in the Marsh Ecosystem
Earth tones of green, gold, and brown pepper the salt marshes throughout Kiawah River, while herons wait patiently for small fiddler crabs, shrimp, and red...
