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BY CAROLINE STEC
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ea Land Adventure Sports
provides locals and tourists
alike with the opportunity to try
their hand at the coastal phenomena
of paddleboarding, kiteboarding, and
surfng. Owner Scott Hyland recognizes
that Sullivans Island is one of the best
places in the southeast to kiteboard, so
he took the opportunity to create Sea
Land as a one-stop shop for adventure
sports.
Sea Land offers lessons in kiteboarding
($150 per hour), paddleboarding
($100), and surfng ($100), as well as
paddleboarding tours for $85. Those
interested can also rent paddleboards
for $40 per day.
Sea Land Adventure Sports presents
a demo most Saturday mornings at
Station 29 for those curious to give the
sports a try and to generate interest.
Call 330-8156 for more information or visit
their location at 2205 Middle St., Sullivans
Island.
The Isle of Palms also has several
opportunities to try a hand at these water
sports.
Oli Nah, located within walking distance of
the beach, offers paddleboard or surfboard
rentals for $40 a day, $50 for 24 hours,
or $125 for a seven day rental. Surf and
paddleboard lessons are available for $100.
Oli Nah also teaches kiteboarding courses
($400 for beginner, $200 for refresher) and
windsurfng lessons for $200. Equipment
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T
he Isle of Palms recently invested in roadside
signs meant to show visitors another way
to the Front Beach, the frst step of a larger
effort by the City to route traffc fooding the
island as a result of population growth across
the area.
The City agreed this month to spend about
$20,000 to design and install more than a dozen
directional signs that will appear before next
summer either painted on asphalt or attached to
roadside poles.
The way-fnding signs will funnel portions of
traffc entering the island off the Isle of Palms
connector down Palm Boulevard, says City
Administrator Linda Tucker. Visiting motorists
pouring onto the island from Mount Pleasant
during peak summer months, she notes, typically
continue straight along 14
th
Avenue to the beach,
causing backups near its intersection with Palm
Boulevard that sometime stretch across the
connector.
Theres more than one way to get there, she
says, adding that City police sometime redirect
Which Way to the Beach?
NEW SIGNS ON IOP TO HELP MOTORISTS
BY JACOB FLANNICK
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traffc near the intersection down
Palm Boulevard. This should be
a better solution.
The signs could draw attention
to the business hub that hugs the
islands front beach too, says City
Councilman Ryan Buckhannon.
It features public cleaning
stations and other amenities
amid a strip of restaurants and
retail shops.
Buckhannon recommended
the sign system to the City after
returning in February from a trip
to Greenville, where a similar
navigation design helps lead
motorists to city attractions.
This is what we need, he
says, adding that roadside
directions to the beach also
may divert visitors from parking
haphazardly along right of ways
and on private properties. You
dont need to reinvent the wheel
or anything; you just take what
works and use it.
The push for a new directional
system is the frst sign of a
broader effort by the City to
better manage beach access
and other traffc issues on the
island, Tucker says.
After years of suggestions from
islanders calling for new traffc
patterns, the Citys Planning
Commission actively began
seeking solutions a few years ago.
The City now has about $45,000
reserved for other transportation
improvements not yet decided by
supervisors, she says.
We need to try to do something
to improve on the issue we have
now, says Tucker, forecasting
that the population on nearby
Mount Pleasant is going to
continue to grow.
Traffc on the island for years
has posed a nagging problem
for Mayor Dick Cronin. A clear
sign system, he says, could help
relive that issue.
If we can get people to the
parking lots before they start
rambling around the island,
thats a beneft, says Mayor
Cronin, who has seen the island
accumulate over the years what
he describes as a hodgepodge of
signs that have grown over the
past 50 to 60 years,
The City expects to receive
approval from the states
Department of Transportation
in the next month and a half to
remove certain roadside signs,
according to Mayor Cronin.
Shortly thereafter, he says, the
City will purchase the signs before
hiring an engineering company to
install them.
Im hopeful (the signs) will
work, he says. (The new system)
has to be better than what we
have now.
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T
he Sullivans Island Town
Council meeting on July 17
was packed with interesting
information. The new stop
signs are coming out, the Police
Department has a new initiative,
and the art and science of testing
the waters along the beach was
explained.
Stop Sign Update: South Carolina
Department of Transportation
has notifed the Town that the
two new stop signs on Middle
Street at Station 22 will be
removed in a few weeks. These
signs were installed on March 6,
2012, for a trial period. By mid-
May the town requested their
removal based on input from
citizens and business owners,
traffc counts, and unintended
consequences. DOT agreed with
the Town that the new signs
produced frequent traffc back-
ups in the business district, and
at times down to the Sullivans
Island Park and the Fire Station.
This problem was compounded
by patrons attempting to park. In
response, cars detoured through
neighboring residential streets.
DOT also expressed concern
for pedestrian safety as patrons
crossed Middle St. between
commercial establishments and
parking spaces.
The long-time stop sign (for
cars on Station 22 , as they
enter the Middle St. intersection)
will stay. Also remaining are
the intersection improvements
that were added to calm traffc
and improve pedestrian safety.
These are: 1) the newly striped
crosswalks, 2) the fexible knock-
down signs in the middle of
the crosswalk between the gas
station and Dunleavys Pub,
and 3) the lane reconfgurations.
The unsightly poles that DOT
installed to keep traffc in line,
however, will be replaced by
sidewalk expansions (bump outs)
to enhance pedestrian safety at
this intersection.
Say Hello to yoUr police: Police
Chief Danny Howard announced
and Beach Water Testing
BY SUSAN MIDDAUGH
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Tuesday, August 7
Personnel Committee Meeting
9a.m.
1207 Palm Boulevard
Public Works Committee
Meeting
5p.m.
1207 Palm Boulevard
Board of Zoning Appeals
5:30p.m.
1207 Palm Boulevard
Wednesday, August 8 & 15
Municipal Court
8:30a.m.
1207 Palm Boulevard
Planning Commission
4:30p.m.
1207 Palm Boulevard
Monday, August 9
Recreation Committee
4p.m.
1207 Palm Boulevard
Public Safety Committee
5p.m.
1207 Palm Boulevard
Tuesday, August 14
Real Property Committee
Meeting
5p.m.
1207 Palm Boulevard
Sullivan's Island
883-3198
www.sullivansisland-sc.com
Monday, August 6
Council Workshop
5p.m.
2050-B Middle Street
Tuesday, August 7 & 14
Municipal Court*
5:30p.m.
2050-B Middle Street
Wednesday, August 8 & 15
Coffee with the Chief!
8:30a.m.
Stop by for a chat about SI
with Police Chief Howard at his
weekly coffee "klatsch" with
Island residents.
Cafe Medley, 2213 Middle St
Planning Commission
6:30p.m.
2050-B Middle Street
Thursday, August 9
Board of Zoning Appeals
7p.m.
2050-B Middle Street
Wednesday, August 15
DRB Meeting
6p.m.
2050-B Middle Street
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O
n Tuesday, July 24, Isle
of Palms City Council
unanimously passed a
Resolution to apply for Greenbelt
funding to purchase the property
at the intersection of 18
th
Avenue
and Palm Boulevard.
Cathy Ruff, Director of the
Charleston County Greenbelt
Program, visited the Council to
discuss the funding. Greenbelt
funds can be used to acquire land
for: parks, greenways and trails,
waterway access, historical and
cultural preservation, or general
conservation. Funding can also
be used to provide improvements
to already existing boardwalks,
bridges, unpaved trails, unpaved
parking areas, and small unpaved
roadways.
Since 2007, over 21,000 acres
of land have been protected with
Greenbelt funding.
Applications for Greenbelt
funding are due August 31. Once
the City submits the application,
the Greenbelt staff will hold site
visits and reviews. After site visits
are completed, the requests will
go to the Urban Grants Review
Committee and the Charleston
County Parks and Recreation
Commission for review. County
Council has fnal approval on
all Greenbelt projects. If funding
is approved, the County and the
Greenbelt recipient will enter
into a grant agreement, and
reimbursement in the specifed
grant amount will be provided at
the time of closing.
For more information on the
Greenbelt Program, contact Cathy
Ruff at 202-7204 or the City of Isle
of Palms at 886-6428.
City Holds Special Meeting with
County to Discuss Greenbelt Funds
C I T Y T O A P P L Y F O R G R E E N B E L T F U N D I N G
Pictured, 18
th
and Palm Blvd.
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AT T E N T I O N I S L E O F PA L MS R E S I D E N T S
CARE ABOUT YOUR COMMUNITY AND ALWAYS WANTED TO GET INVOLVED?
The City of Isle of Palms is accepting applications for current vacancies on various
citizen boards, commissions and committees.
Board/Commission Vacancies Term Last date of service
Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee 1 3 yrs 12/31/2015
Board of Zoning Appeals 2 3 yrs 12/31/2015
Code Board of Appeals 1 4 yrs 12/31/2016
Planning Commission 4 2 yrs 12/31/2014
Information about these committees can be found on the Citys website
www.iop.net. You may obtain an application on the website, by calling
City Hall at (843) 886-6428 or by coming to City Hall at 1207 Palm
Boulevard. Please return your application to City Hall by August 31,
2012, to the attention of Marie Copeland, City Clerk, Post Offce Drawer
508, Isle of Palms, South Carolina, 29451.
a new program to encourage informal
interactions between the community and
their police. Chief Howard will be at Caf
Medley on Wednesday mornings at 8:30am
to talk with anyone who wants to bend his
ear. The beach patrol will drive with tinted
windows rolled down, so shout out if you
want to provide input about a renegade dog
or just wave hello. Also, offcers are being
encouraged to park their cars and walk a
block or two each day and talk with anyone
they see. So far, the main comment during
Walk and Talks has been Why are you
here? But offcers want you to think about
what is going on, in your neighborhood or
on the Island, and provide your two cents
worth.
Beach Water testing: A recent report by
the Natural Resources Defense Council
(NRDC), a nonproft environmental group
that tracks coastal and Great lakes beach
water quality, ranked South Carolina
beaches 17 out of 30 for 2011. This
apparent decline from a top 10 rating in
2010 deserves attention and explanation.
One of the problems, however, is the NRDC
reporting method. States are ranked using
the percentage of yearly tests that exceed
the state standard. The problem is that
different states set different standards. For
example, the enterococcal bacteria standard
is 104 per 100 ml for South Carolina, and
264 per 100 ml for North Carolina. This
means an event that is reported by SC may
not be reported if it occurred in NC - and
the NRDC rank is based on state reports
and not enterococcal levels.
Sullivans Island beach water quality
was ranked lowest in the Charleston area
for 2011 by the NRDC because 8% of test
results exceeded the South Carolina DHEC
standard. At the recent TC meeting Andy
Benke, the Town Administrator, explained
details associated with this rank. DHEC
samples water at three locations Stations
18 , 26, and 30 twice a month from
June through September and once a month
in May and October. In 2011, three of 36
samples taken (8%) exceeded the DHEC
standard. It is relevant that all three of the
samples that gave SI its black eye were
taken during one event, as follows. On
September 26, 2011, tests on samples from
stations 18 and 30 exceeded the 104 per
100 ml enterococcal standard (two positive
tests). This triggered a retest two days
later and the sample at station 30 again
exceeded the standard (the third positive
test). A subsequent retest the next day came
out clean. Sullivans Island issued a beach
advisory as soon as the frst tests came
back positive, although the values (379 and
305) were below the 500 per 100 ml level
that requires an advisory. This advisory
was only the second in 10 years issued
for Sullivans Island. For comparison, the
nine samples taken to date in 2012 (May
and June) showed seven samples with
enterococcal levels of less than 10 per 100
ml and the other two samples at 20 and 31
per 100 ml all far below the 104 per 100ml
trigger level.
Where did this pollution come from?
Not likely from storm water run off since
the storm drain outfalls are located on the
marsh, not the beach. SI does have many
kids, and 2300 licensed dogs, that visit our
beach, but the same can be said for the Isle
of Palms, with no positive tests for 2011.
The most obvious source is the harbor,
with outfow from three major rivers and
an active shipping channel. A southwest
wind - common in the summer - keeps
this outfow hugging our beach. It is not
surprising that Folly Beach, on the other
side of the harbor, had the second highest
percentage of positive tests in our area
(6%). In conclusion, watch groups provide
relevant information; however, these reports
need to be interpreted based on our local
information.
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Dear Editor,
I wish to convey my support and warm
regards to the Town of Sullivans Island Town
Council, particularly to those who support
the efforts to rebuild the Sullivans Island
Elementary School (SIES). Their commitment
to quality education is a commitment to
their community, and they should be glad
to know their community recognizes and
supports their courage to stand up for what
is right. In supporting efforts to rebuild the
SIES, these members are walking evidence
of an exceptional body of representatives,
ensuring our childrens education, in a safe
and nurturing environment, that will beneft
the island for many generations to come.
Your honorable and forthwith continued
support of the reconstruction of SIES is much
appreciated by this community.
Joe Church
Sullivans Island
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Dear Editor,
The Town of Moultrieville was the frst
municipality on Sullivans Island. It was
incorporated on December 13, 1817, by the
General Assemblys Act 2155. One of the
several justifcations that the Act listed for
incorporating Moultrieville was the necessity
for some provision to be made for one or
more schools.
In this context it is baffing that, 195
years later, replacing the Islands only public
school should be cause for debate, much less
controversy.
Patrick M. ONeil
Member, Town Council
Sullivans Island
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Let's Delete Mis-statements, Not Students
Dear Editor,
A letter to the editor in a recent edition of your
newspaper made yet more assertions about
the rebuilding of Sullivans Island Elementary
School (SIES) that again do not stand up to
scrutiny. While we have maintained our
obligation to focus on the actual facts, some
opponents of the school seem unencumbered
by such a commitment. Lets review the
latest claims from this letter to the editor by a
spokesperson for those opposing the rebuilding
of SIES.
Claim: Construction costs of $356 per square
foot cannot be justifed
Fact: The construction costs for the rebuilding
of SIES are in the middle of the pack for the
fve (5) new schools approved in the Districts
seismic building program. In fact, the
rebuilding costs of at least two other schools
in this program are considerably higher than
that of SIES: Buist ($401/sf) and James
Simons ($415/sf). The claim that a smaller
for kiteboarding and paddleboarding
is also available for purchase at their
location, 1204 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms.
Contact 886-3337 for more information.
For those looking to combine ftness with
fun, Ocean Fitness has a Sup Fit Program
Tuesday and Thursday nights for $25 ($20
for members) at 6:00. They also provide
stand up paddle surfng lessons, on both
fat water and wave terrain, with prices
ranging from $55 - $80 and an option
of private lessons. Paddleboards can be
rented by the hour ($25 for one hour,
$40 for four hours) or by the day ($50).
In addition to rentals and lessons, Ocean
Fitness does eco tours and sandbar safari
tours where visitors can spot dolphins and
other wildlife. They are located at 50 42st
Ave., Isle of Palms. Contact 559-6073 for
more info or visit www.beoceanft.com.
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school is less expensive to build is also not borne out by the facts.
The Districts own analysis indicates the building cost/student would
be 42% higher for a 350 -student school than a 500-student school,
and that doesnt include the Districts costs to build seats somewhere
else for the 150 deleted students. This information is available on the
CCSD website.
Claim: A smaller school provides lower annual operating costs.
Fact: Annual per student operating costs are higher for schools
with enrollment of less than 500 students. Even if you deleted 150
students (30%) from the plan, you dont delete many expenses. You
dont eliminate 30% of a librarian or 30% of a custodian or 30% of
a principal or 30% of the engineering and maintenance staff. You
also dont delete 30% of the necessary square feet of building. An
analysis by the District staff supports their decision to implement the
Elementary School Ed Specs 3.0 that require that elementary schools
serve at least 500 students. This public report clearly indicates
that per-student annual operating costs for a smaller school are
signifcantly more expensive. Here are their fndings:
Annual Costs 500 students 350 students*
Operating costs/student $812 $985
Staffng costs/student $4,420 $5,085
* Does not include the operating costs for the 150 deleted students at
another school.
We agree the school board should be fscally responsible and
the rebuilding of a 500-student SIES proves the School Board is
accountable to Charleston County residents for the best use of their
money.
Claim: The new elementary school at 48 feet high will mar the view
from the beach.
Fact: A small portion, approximately 17% of the total roofine, is
48 high. Two of the building sections roofines are 34-35 high, and
another section is 41 high. As a reference, homes on the island are
allowed to be built as high as 40 feet above the crown of the nearest
street. This building was purposely designed so that the lower ends
would be oriented to the property lines to reduce the impact to the
neighbors. The small 48 high portion of the building will be located
behind the seven forested acres between it and the beach. From
the beach, it will be diffcult to pick out the school roofine from the
adjoining homes. Importantly, the Town has removed these seven
acres of forested area on the beachfront side from the property formerly
leased to the District. The protection of that areas natural growth
and its progression to a young maritime forest will over time further
diminish the view of the school from the beach. Batteries Thompson
and Gadsden will also obscure a substantial portion of the school
from view on Ion Avenue. The CCSD website has drawings showing
these views. Making a comparison of the school to the 160-foot high
cell tower and the lighthouse is patently absurd.
Taking one part of a fact, and not including all the information, and
then using this out of context to support a position contributes little to
sound decision-making. All relevant facts must be taken into account.
Inconvenient facts cannot be dismissed with the delete button.
Mike Perkis
Mayor Pro Tempore of Sullivans Island
Sullivans Island Council members Pat ONeil, Jerry Kaynard, Hartley
Cooper, Mary Jane Watson and Madeleine McGee also support the
contents of this letter.
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Dear Editor,
My son is a Navy Seal, who has served two tours in Iraq and one
in Afghanistan and will be going back to Afghanistan next year. I
thank God every day that he has returned safely to his beautiful wife
and two beautiful children. His best friend was not as fortunate. He
was killed three years ago in Iraq with my son at his side. What are
these young men and women fghting for? Our country, democracy,
our constitutional rights. My son wanted me to tell you that he has
held up his end of the bargain and wants to know why you havent.
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You are elected offcials who are
supposed to be representing
your constituents. The last
time I checked, Sullivans
Island is still part of the United
States of America and it is our
constitutional right to petition
and it is your duty to listen and
to allow us to vote.
The certifed petition that we
presented you is signifcant not
because of its verbage but because
of the 275 signatures of concerned
residents regarding the size of the
proposed school. You can tell
us that our petition is moot and
defective because of its language
but that does not diminish the
fact that there are still many,
many concerned residents who
you represent. And I promise
you, there are a lot more than
just the 275 who signed the
petition. Throw the petition out if
you want to but let us vote. Folly
Beach is doing just that. Your
main priority should not be to
build this school but what your
constituents think about building
this school.
Wasting tax payers money on
a referendum is unacceptable for
not allowing us to vote. It is our
understanding that the ballot box
is free and we would only have
to pay the volunteers to operate
it possibly $300 max. Much less
than the $10,000 of our money
spent on legal fees for suing us.
I am sick and tired of you
mocking and ignoring us. This
island is at a very dangerous level
of contentiousness. Without
a vote, I doubt if we will ever
recover. Do the right thing
let us vote. or I will give my son
and his friends your names and
numbers so that you can explain
to them why you are ignoring our
constitutional right.
Martha Smith
Sullivans Island
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Dear Editor:
It was an interesting letter last
week from some of the Sullivans
Island Councilpersons (July 20,
True Facts About the New SI
School). How admirable to, as
they said, get out clarifcations so
readers can make up their own
minds based on facts.
We all now know Mr.
Graham will see his Freedom of
Information request addressed
once he pays for the documents
already received. We are left to
assume the two Councilpersons
who said they could not comply
due to a stolen computer and a
crashed computer were perhaps
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just joking.
And, its nice to know that next
year Charleston County School
District (CCSD) intends to fll
those over 200 empty seats at
nearby elementary schools with
students from somewhere in
Mount Pleasant. Most observers
knew the CCSD would at some
point tire of trying to explain the
need for a 500 student school at
Sullivans Island with such excess
capacity nearby. So, now in July
we know the belated solution; well
redraw some attendance lines.
Its not too hard to see through
that manipulation. Of course,
Sullivans Island Elementary will
still need to be a county-wide
magnet school so as to reach the
500 student capacity.
Whats more interesting is
separating fact from fction in
regard to CCSD policy of building
500 student or more schools.
First, its policy; not law. And,
while I dont know of a recent
school built for less than 500
students, CCSDs own data
shows they operate a score of less
than 500 student schools.
Here are some signifcant facts
our Councilpersons left out of this
explanation. CCSD has imposed
this 500 student policy on some
minority neighborhoods and now
cant build a less than 500 student
school for Sullivans Island
regardless of circumstances. In
April, WCBD Count on News 2
reported Mr. Bill Lewis of CCSD
stated CCSD was undergoing
a Justice Department Offce of
Civil Rights lawsuit based on the
closure of minority predominate
schools. Therefore, it would be
impossible to propose a smaller
school in a high networth
community given this lawsuit
(full quote available at www2.
counton2.com/news/2012/
apr/24/school-district-rejects-
motion). Hows that for rationale
in determining school size?
Of course, instead of our
Council standing up to CCSD on
behalf of Island residents (and
incidentally those other County
communities affected by this
misguided policy), they caved in
without a whimper of protest.
CCSD is free to build mega
schools regardless of need, size,
scale, environmental concerns
or wishes of residents. At this
point, Council seems to have not
only accepted CCSDs one size
school fts all (as long as its large
or extra large) policy, but has
somehow endorsed it as good for
Sullivans Island!
Finally, our Councilpersons
letter points out several members
of the Towns Design Review
Board (DRB) have endorsed
the architectural effort. While
I suspect what they are really
saying is, the CCSD architect
has done a wonderful job of
minimizing the impact of an
elevated, 74,000 square foot, USS
Yorktown sized structure, on
front beach, maybe, just maybe,
they like the school. But, what
about the rest of the residents?
Indeed, since these
Councilpersons are in such
an explaining mood, perhaps
they would like to explain to
Sullivans Island residents why
they wont conduct a referendum
type vote on the subject. Since
theyve discarded the peoples
referendum, they could certainly
hold a non-binding referendum
to assess the level of support
of this proposed mega-school.
The truth is, the fact is, nothing
strikes more fear into the hearts
of these Councilpersons than the
thought of a popular vote on the
basic issue of school size and
location.
Dont misunderstand me, I
think its wonderful the Sullivans
Island Councilpersons want us
to get the facts and make up our
own minds, as the letter stated.
My question is, why? Why make
up ones mind at all? Council
certainly doesnt seem to have
any intent of letting anyone vote
on the issue.
John Winchester
Sullivans Island
T
he Poe Library will hold its next book club meeting on
August 18th at 10:30 a.m. The discussion of Eleanor
Browns The Weird Sisters will include treats, coffee, and
great conversation. Everyone is welcome to join.
Showcasing the writing talent of Eleanor Brown, The Weird
Sisters is a window in the life of the Andreas family of three
daughters, a Shakespeare professor, and an ill mother. The story
explores the wounding and healing power of family, home, and
books as the sisters come to terms with their childhood, their
secrets and each other.
Book Club Meeting
8 August 3, 2012
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PETS
B
oating, swimming, and ice
cream, oh my! That sounds
like a great summer for you,
but what about your dog? Luckily,
these are all activities that you can
both enjoy as long as appropriate
precautions are taken.
Taking your dog to the beach is
one of the best parts about living
here. Since both Isle of Palms and
Sullivans Island allow dogs on
the beach, letting your pooch go
for a swim is a great way to keep
cool and get exercise. Swimming
is one of the best forms of exercise
for dogs prone to hip issues. It
allows for low impact exercise
while building muscle strength
around their hips.
Although swimming provides
great exercise and a good way
to cool off, it can lead to skin
problems such as ear infections
and hot spots on their skin.
To help prevent ear infections,
ensure you clean your dogs ears
after swimming. Wet ears serve
as a perfect breeding ground for
infection and a good ear cleaner
will help dry them. I fnd that
many owners try to clean ears
by using ear medications from
a previous prescription, not an
actual cleaner. Medications
dont clean the ears and can lead
to resistant infections so if your
doggie plans to swim, make sure
you have a good ear cleaner at
the ready!
Since wet skin can also lead
to increased skin infections such
as hot spots, make sure you
rinse and dry your dog well after
swimming. One way to keep your
dogs skin clean is to dilute your
favorite dog shampoo and keep
the bottle handy so you can give
Fido a quick bath after swimming.
An additional swimming
related hazard is known as
limber or swimmers tail.
Dogs tails are like rudders above
the water swishing back and
forth. This can lead to a painful
swelling at the base of the tail.
Dogs suffering from this will tuck
their tail down and yelp when the
base of their tail is touched. It is
often mistaken for a broken tail,
but fortunately it can be easily
treated by your veterinarian with
pain medication and rest.
Whether boating or swimming,
ensure your dog has plenty of
fresh water available. Dogs see
the ocean and the intercoastal
waterway as a big water bowl so
if you dont provide fresh water,
they will start sipping the Atlantic!
This can lead to vomiting and
diarrhea, which, if left untreated,
can cause severe dehydration
and possible hospitalization.
Another way to avoid
dehydration is to provide shade
for your canine companion. Dogs
only sweat through their paw
pads and this provides little relief
from the heat. Therefore panting
provides their main mechanism
for cooling off. To help them
stay cool, provide a shaded
area for your pooch either a
beach umbrella or bimini top
depending on your water sport
preference. This can also save
your dog from burning his paw
pads on hot surfaces.
Since most of us would not
head to the beach or boat without
refreshments, your dog deserves
the same consideration. Freeze
bottled water to keep him from
drinking out of the ocean. You
can also bring his favorite treat
dispenser such as a Kong and
place a small amount of peanut
butter inside. Freeze this and
then bring it along for a cooling,
yummy treat. Frosty Paws is
a dog-specifc ice cream and
another good treat to bring along
on summer outings.
Just as much as we like playing
in the sand, so do most dogs.
Although cute to watch, it can
be dangerous. I have seen dogs
ingest too much sand and need
hospitalization to help them pass
it. Monitor your dog if he insists
on helping with the sandcastle. If
you notice vomiting or reluctance
to eat after a day on the beach,
contact your veterinarian.
With a little planning, your
summer adventures can be safe
and fun. So grab your dog and
head to the water. Just remember
to keep their paws cool and their
ears dry!
For more information on Island
Veterinary Care, a housecall
service, visit www.islandvetcare.
com or call 628-1941.
Shady Dogs and Frosty Paws
BY DR. SHANNON BARRETT, ISLAND VETERINARY CARE
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NATURE & WILDLIFE
T
here have been news stories lately about
dolphins being struck by boats in our
area. Several weeks ago a mother and
her calf were both killed in this way in the
channel between the Isle of Palms and Goat
Island on the same day that we recovered a
small green sea turtle who was also hit and
soon died.
On July 13, Turtle Team volunteers looking
for loggerhead tracks near Breach Inlet
discovered a young bottle nose dolphin dead
on the Isle of Palms. It was a male who was
only about a year old. Several of us on the
Isle of Palms are authorized under the Marine
Mammal Protection Act to respond to these
strandings. When we receive a call about a
stranded marine mammal, we notify the
people at NOAAs Coastal Marine Mammal
Stranding and Assessment Program. We tell
them the species of the stranded animal, the
condition, and exact location. We also measure
it, determine the sex, and sometimes count
the number of teeth, noting any wounds or
evidence of human interaction.
There are about 52 marine mammal
strandings in our state each year. Most of
these (80%) are bottle nose dolphins. The
second and third most common species are
pygmy and dwarf sperm whales which make
up about 10% of the total. Others less seldom
found here are large whales which
may strand once every two years.
We have only reported two stranded
mammals so far in 2012. The frst was
a dead pregnant bottle nose dolphin
that stranded on February 16 in front
of the residence at 2832 Palm Blvd.
With help from the Public Works
Department, she was loaded onto the
NOAA truck and taken to Ft. Johnson
for necropsy. She appeared to have
been in good health, and the cause of
death was not determined. The yearling
male found on July 13, however, was
severely malnourished and emaciated,
indicating to the NOAA biologists that
it had been in poor health before it
died. No obvious cause of death was
determined for this dolphin either.
Sea turtle stranding numbers for the Isle
of Palms and Sullivans are down this season
with only fve reported in 2012. Four of them
appeared to have had possible boat strikes. It
is important for boat operators to slow down
and look for sea turtles, dolphins, and slow
moving manatees all year, but especially in
the busy summer months.
If you see a sea turtle or marine mammal
on the beach, do not touch it or allow others
to do so because they usually have numerous
bacteria that could cause illness in humans.
Never try to push a live turtle or mammal
back out into the ocean. They are on the
beach because of severe problems that need
to be addressed by the Sea Turtle or Marine
Mammal Stranding Networks. If there is
any evidence of entanglement or human
interaction, do NOT remove it. Instead call the
Isle of Palms Police Dispatcher at 886-6522
so that the Stranding Network can respond
to help.
PHOTO BY BARBARA BERGWERF
(l to r) Mary Pringle and Mary Alice Monroe measure the stranded
yearling dolphin.
Watch Out For Wildlife While Boating
BY MARY PRINGLE
10 August 3, 2012
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O
n May 17, local bike
enthusiast Carlsen
Huey embarked on a 33
day long cycling trip along the
Mississippi River. Huey rounded
off a group of six cyclists who
met on a previous bike trip and
together planned the ride which
would begin in International
Falls, Minnesota. After driving
two days to the starting point,
the group crossed the border into
Canada for a quick hello before
venturing south, following the
path of the Mississippi River.
Riding 80 to 90 miles a day,
Huey and the others trailed 30
miles behind a vehicle which
towed their luggage, food, water,
and mechanical equipment for
bike repairs. The cyclists took
turns driving the car, giving each
of them one day of rest per week.
From International Falls, the
group rode to Lake Ithasca, the
source of the Mississippi River.
There, they offcially began their
journey along the river, traveling
through nine states including
Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois,
Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee,
Arkansas, Mississippi, and
Louisiana. According to Huey,
the route included mostly small
river towns and farm towns,
as the large protective levees
blocked most views of the river.
The trip did include stops in
a few major cities, however,
such as Minneapolis, St. Louis,
Memphis, and New Orleans. After
reaching New Orleans, Hueys
group continued 40 to 50 miles
south, getting close to the Gulf
of Mexico, before making the two
day drive back to Charleston.
In total, Huey completed 1,867
miles on his Trek carbon fber
road bike.
Huey is an active member of the
cycling community in Charleston
and on Sullivans Island. He
is the head of the Sullivans
Island bike committee, which
seeks to achieve a bike-friendly
community status, maintain
bike paths and bike racks on
the island, and educate cyclists
and motorist on how to coexist.
The initiative also facilitates
promotional events such as Bike
to Work or School and bike rack
tours, during which participants
who stamp their passport from
at least six of the 12 racks on
Sullivans Island receive a free ice
cream from Cafe Medley.
[Biking] is a nice, pleasant
way to get around. I always say,
you never see a jogger smiling,
but bikers are always smiling.
You see people riding to grab
lunch at Poes or grab a drink at
Dunleavys. Its slower, so you can
see people, see your neighbors,
says Huey.
He also notes that biking is
a good way to save money and
get exercise. If I bike 13 miles
downtown at three dollars a
gallon for gas, I fgure I save
about $5. And I dont have to go
to the gym, says Huey.
Carlsen and his wife, Kathy, a
labor and delivery nurse at East
Cooper Medical Center, have
a son, Neal, who is a junior at
Clemson University. They have
lived on Sullivans Island since
1998 and are active members of
the community. Aside from his
work with the bike committee,
Huey is a member of the Planning
Commission for the community
garden at Battery Gadsden.
Huey is next slated to bike the
Blue Ridge Parkway along with
11 other riders. They will begin
in Waynesboro, Virginia, and end
in Cherokee, North Carolina. The
460 mile-long trail includes seven
miles of uphill climbing, which is
similar to the current climate in
the Tour de France.
To learn more about Hueys
trip, visit his blog at islandbiker.
blogspot.com. For more information
on the Sullivans Island Bike
Committee's efforts towards a
bicycle friendly community, visit
www.bikeleague.org.
PHOTOS PROVIDED BY CARLSEN HUEY Starting the Mississippi Ride.
Sullivans Cyclist Crosses Borders
BY CAROLINE STEC
T
he Liberty Fellowship of
South Carolina recently
released their class of 2014
Fellows. Among the 20 leaders
accepted from across the state,
Charleston is home to fve,
including resident Julie Medich.
An attorney at Haynsworth Sinkler
Boyd, Medich was nominated for
the Liberty Fellowship by a family
friend and was honored to be
selected for the program.
I am most looking forward
to being part of a program that
focuses on developing leaders in
South Carolina and improving
opportunities for growth and
progress in our state, said
Medich.
The Liberty Fellowship provides
a forum for diverse perspectives
to collaborate and evolve strong
leadership visions for South
Carolina.
Former Fellows are leaders
in our communities, managing
businesses and philanthropic
organizations, participating in
politics on every level, and serving
in South Carolinas judiciary,
Medich added.
The Fellowship entails four,
fve day seminars over a period
of two years, during which the
Fellows will engage in a Socratic
dialogue focused around assigned
readings. While there, Julie
hopes to develop her personal
vision of increasing the number
of women at leadership levels in
SC businesses. The frst seminar,
a program named, Challenges of
Leadership will be held at Wofford
College in October.
Local Liberty Fellow
BY CAROLINE STEC
TRAVEL
D
avid Belanger planted
his frst clam seed over
10 years ago. Today,
Clammer Daves Sustainable
Gourmet harvests and sells about
10,000 shellfsh each week out of
his farm in the Dewees and Caper
Islands area. Clammer Dave
serves up his grit-free cultured
clams, Capers Blades oysters, and
head-on shrimp to restaurants
all over Charleston, Tennessee,
and New York. Locally, Clammer
Dave products can be found in
restaurants such as FIG, Husk,
and Hanks Seafood, among
others.
One thing Belanger prides
himself on is the quality of his
product. Before bringing his
harvest to shore, his guaranteed
grit-free clams and oysters are
placed in a highly oxygenated
foating rack where the grit
and soil are purged from the
shells, leaving them full of clean
meat. This method provides a
predictable and gourmet product
for chefs to rely on.
A major concern of local
clammers is the fragile nature of
the salt marsh ecosystem.
Were constantly dealing
with water quality issues such
as pesticides and runoff, says
Belanger.
Specifcally, Clammer Dave
worries about the effects of
commercial jet skies in the area
that he believes is putting the
welfare of the ecosystem and
those who rely on it in jeopardy.
Nonetheless, Clammer Daves
Sustainable Gourmet has plans
for future growth. He recently
acquired a processing plant in
McClellanville, and is seeking
to do more shrimp and fsh
marketing.
Belanger is devoted to
sustainable aquaculture and
he feels good about being a
link in the chain of the buy
local movement. These locally
grown shellfsh are available for
shipment or delivery on the same
day as harvest.
For a full list of restaurants
featuring Clammer Daves
Sustainable Gourmet products or
for more information on how to
order Clammer Dave products,
visit www.clammerdave.com or
call 343-2970.
Clammer Dave
BY CAROLINE STEC
DAILY
August 18 August 3 Is l and Eye Cal endar
Friday, august 3
Sales Tax Holiday
August 3 5. For more about
the sales tax holiday, visit the
Department of Revenues website
at http://bit.ly/OeHU7J.
Poe Library Story time Fun
with a special guest
Enjoy a crazy story time with lots
of laughs and a trick or two. 1:30
p.m. Edgar Allan Poe Library, 1921
Ion Ave., Sullivans Island. For
more info, call at 883-3914.
2
nd
Annual Sol Slam
at the Windjammer
Enjoy music from Sol Driven Train,
Fowlers Mustache, Hey Rocco,
Luke Cunningham, Guilt Ridden
Troubadour, Gaslight Street, The
V-Tones, Danielle Howle and
Firework Show, The Reckoning,
Wadata, and Rachel Kate. Proceeds
to beneft Charleston Waterkeeper
and Save the Light. Tickets: $15
Friday, $20 Saturday or $30 for
two day pass. 1008 Ocean Blvd.
Isle of Palms. www.jammercam.
com for tickets.
saturday, august 4
Outdoor Burning Ban
August 4 14
Charleston County has enacted a
temporary outdoor burning ban for
these dates. Residential grilling is
still allowed. For more information,
please visit charlestoncounty.org.
Shaggin on the Cooper
Spend an evening dancing on the
scenic Mount Pleasant Pier to live
classic oldies and beach music
with music by The Coppertones.
Beverages will be available for
purchase on-site. To purchase
tickets, call 795-4386 or visit
www.ccprc.com. Age: 3 & up. Fee:
$10/$8 CCR Discount/$10 on-site
if still available. 7 11 p.m.
VFW Fish Fry
Drop by the VFW on Isle of Palms
Front Beach for fsh, baked beans,
coleslaw, hush puppies, and
dessert for just $8/plate. 6 8
p.m. 1004 Ocean Blvd., IOP, next
door to the Windjammer.
Poe Library: Grace Dunbar
D-I-Y Arts & Crafts
Being crafty and creative is easy
with Ms. Graces help. 10 a.m.
Edgar Allan Poe Library, 1921 Ion
Ave., Sullivans Island. For more
info, call 883-3914.
2
nd
Annual Sol Slam
at the Windjammer
See Friday, August 3.
Music at Home Team:
Dash Rip Rock
Drop by Home Team Barbeque
on Sullivans Island for live music
starting at 10 p.m. $5. For more
info, visit www.hometeambbq.com
or call 883-3131. 2209 Middle
Street, Sullivans Island.
sunday, august 5
High Thyme Sunday
Afternoon Music
From 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. every
Sunday, enjoy live music at High
Thyme restaurant on Sullivans.
This Sunday will feature New River
Train. 2213 C Middle Street. For
more info, call 883-3536 or visit
highthymecuisine.com.
Music at Home Team:
John Wesley Satterfeld
Drop by Home Team Barbeque
on Sullivans Island for live
music from 8 -11 p.m. Free
Show. For more info, visit www.
hometeambbq.com or call 883-
3131. 2209 Middle Street,
Sullivans Island.
Monday, august 6
Petite Picasso Camp
August 6 - 9 for ages 5 -
7. Centered on the theme
Lowcountry Animals, kids
will enjoy activities from acrylic
painting on canvas to watercolor
weaving and surfer dude bracelets.
9 a.m. noon. $195. Fear No
Easel, 1960 Riviera Dr Suite E. For
more info, visit fearnoeasel.com.
tuesday, august 7
National Lighthouse Day
Open House of the Sullivans
Island Lighthouse in the US Coast
Guard Historic District from 10
a.m. to 2 p.m. Childrens games
and programs will be available.
1815 IOn Avenue, Sullivans
Island. For more info, call 883-
3123 or visit www.nps.gov/fosu.
AARP East Cooper Chapter
The AARP East Cooper Chapter
will meet at 11:30 a.m. at Heritage
Trust (2
nd
foor) 847 Coleman Blvd.
Mount Pleasant. Marisa Meier,
with Homeowners Club of America,
will be speaking and is sponsoring
the luncheon. If you plan to attend
or for more information, please call
Debra Whitfeld at 367-4845.
Algar Rhythms at Atlanticville
Every Tuesday from 7 - 10 p.m.
enjoy the sweet acoustic sounds of
Jim and Whitt Algar as they cover
a wide variety of popular songs
from Elvis to Eric Clapton. 2063
Middle Street Sullivans Island.
For more info, call 883-9452 or
visit www.atlanticville.net.
Family story time at Poe Library
Reading begins at 10:30 a.m.
Edgar Allan Poe Library, 1921 Ion
Ave., Sullivans Island. For more
info, call at 883-3914.
Wednesday, august 8
Splash Day in the Park
Free event and parking hosted
by the Town of Mount Pleasant.
Water slides and jump castles at
Palmetto Islands County Park 4 - 8
p.m. For more info, call 795-4386,
or visit www.ccprc.com.
Music at Home Team: Music
Leisure McCorkle & Shorty Matt
Millers American Standard
Drop by Home Team Barbeque
on Sullivans Island for live
music starting at 9 p.m. Free
Show. For more info, visit www.
hometeambbq.com or call 883-
3131. 2209 Middle Street,
Sullivans Island.
thursday, august 9
PGA Championship at Kiawah
August 9 12. For more
information, visit www.PGA.com.
Friday, august 10
Music at Home Team: Josh
London Band
Drop by Home Team Barbeque
on Sullivans Island for live music
starting at 10 p.m. $5. For more
info, visit www.hometeambbq.com
or call 883-3131. 2209 Middle
Street, Sullivans Island.
Poe Library Popcorn Theater:
Movies All Day
End the summer with a fun movie
marathon and popcorn! 1:30 p.m.
Edgar Allan Poe Library, 1921 Ion
Ave., Sullivans Island. For more
info, call at 883-3914.
saturday, august 11
Frida Fiesta and Art Festival
Join the Island Club on Sullivans
Island to celebrate a day of Frida
Kahlo (1907-1954), one of the most
infuential Mexican painters of the
20
th
century. Create works of art
inspired by Frida with art teacher
Laura De la Maza from 12 to 2:30
p.m. then party at the Frida Fiesta
from 7 10 p.m. with Mexican
food and a Frida look alike contest.
$20 for food and drink/$15 for art
class. For more info or to register,
email [email protected].
Poe Library presents
Pet Care Workshop
Fetch Doggie Daycare owner
Jennifer Parks and her furry
friends will educate children
about pet care and safety in an
interactive workshop. 10:30 a.m.
Edgar Allan Poe Library, 1921 Ion
Ave., Sullivans Island. For more
info, call at 883-3914.
Music at Home Team:
Gaslight Street
Drop by Home Team Barbeque
on Sullivans Island for live music
starting at 10 p.m. $5. For more
info, visit www.hometeambbq.com
or call 883-3131. 2209 Middle
Street, Sullivans Island.
Free Skin Screenings
Dermatologists on the MUSC
Mobile Health Unit a fully
equipped doctors offce on wheels
will be at Splash Zone Waterpark
(within James Island County Park)
from 9 12 noon. First come, frst
serve. For more info about free
skin cancer screenings, call MUSC
Health Connection at 792-0878.
sunday, august 12
Music at Home Team:
Jordan Igoe Band
Drop by Home Team Barbeque
on Sullivans Island for live
music from 8 - 11p.m. Free
Show. For more info, visit www.
hometeambbq.com or call 883-
3131. 2209 Middle Street,
Sullivans Island.
Family story time at Poe Library
Reading begins at 10:30 a.m.
Edgar Allan Poe Library, 1921 Ion
Ave., Sullivans Island. For more
info, call at 883-3914.
Charleston Sprint
Triathlon Series
Now in its 22
nd
year, the series will
consist of fve triathlons and will
include a .3-mile swim, a 12-mile
bike ride, and a 5K run. Race
starts at 7:15 a.m. at James Island
County Park. To register, contact
Paul King at 881-8872, or go to
www.ccprc.com/csts.
tuesday, august 14
Algar Rhythms at Atlanticville
See Tuesday, August 7.
Wednesday, august 15
Music at Home Team:
Jeremy Steding
Drop by Home Team Barbeque
on Sullivans Island for live music
from Jeremy Steding of Austin,
TX, starting at 9 p.m. Free show.
For more info, visit hometeambbq.
com or call 883-3131. 2209 Middle
Street, Sullivans Island.
thursday, august 16
Music at Home Team:
Dynamic Duo
Drop by Home Team Barbeque
on Sullivans Island for live
music starting at 9 p.m. Free
show. For more info, visit www.
hometeambbq.com or call 883-
3131. 2209 Middle Street,
Sullivans Island.
Friday, august 17
Music at Home Team:
Travis Allison Band
Drop by Home Team Barbeque
on Sullivans Island for live music
starting at 10 p.m. $5. For more
info, visit www.hometeambbq.com
or call 883-3131. 2209 Middle
Street, Sullivans Island.
saturday, august 18
Poe Library Beach Lovers
Book Club
Come discuss The Weird Sisters
by Eleanor Brown. Coffee, snacks,
and good conversation provided.
10:30 a.m. Edgar Allan Poe
Library, 1921 Ion Ave., Sullivans.
For more info, call at 883-3914.
Poe Library: Sea Turtles
Learn about this protected species
as you assemble and decorate
your own Loggerhead sea turtle
craft. 10:30 a.m. Edgar Allan Poe
Library, 1921 Ion Ave., Sullivans.
For more info, call at 883-3914.
Big Kahuna Fishing Tournament
Enter the summers largest
fshing tournament at the Folly
Beach Fishing Pier! Prizes will be
awarded in: Adult Angler, Lady
Angler, Youth Angler (12 & under),
Senior Angler (60+), Total Weight
of Five Fish and King Mackerel.
Compete for a chance to win a
boat, motor, and trailer with a
state record catch of Whiting, Spot,
or Croaker. Online registration will
end at midnight on Aug 16. On-
site registration available and will
begin at 6 a.m. An adult chaperone
is required for participants ages
15 and under. Fee: $12. For more
info, call 588-3474.
Reggae Concert Series -
ReggaeInfnity
Relax and enjoy traditional old
school roots reggae with a new
school attitude in the beautiful
setting of James Island County
Park. Live music will be performed
by ReggaeInfnity starting at 8:30
p.m. Gates open at 8 p.m. Bring
your chair or blanket. Food,
beverage, and souvenirs will be
available for purchase. Fee: $8.
For more info, call 795-4386 or
visit ccprc.com.
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ASK THE DOCTOR
Heal Tendons Fast
BY BRIGHT MCCONNELL, III, M.D
D
r. Bright McConnell, III
of Charleston Sports
Medicine was the frst
surgeon to perform the FAST
procedure in Charleston.
Performed at Ropers Mount
Pleasant Hospital, this procedure
is a new advanced treatment that
quickly and safely removes the
source of tendon pain.
What is the FAST procedure?
Based on technology developed
in collaboration with the Mayo
Clinic, The FAST procedure-
Focused Aspiration of Scar
Tissue- is a minimally invasive
treatment option for tendon and
soft tissue injuries, such as tennis
elbow, golfers elbow, jumpers
knee, Achilles tendonitis and
plantar fasciitis.

How is the FAST procedure
preformed?
The FAST procedure is
performed using local anesthetic
to numb the area; patients are
awake and alert. During the
procedure, ultrasound imaging is
used to identify the location of the
scar tissue. Once located, a small
instrument-the size of a toothpick-
is inserted into the damaged
tendon. The instrument delivers
ultrasonic energy specifcally
designed to cut, break up, and
remove damaged tissue safely
and quickly, without disturbing
the surrounding healthy tendon
tissue. The FAST procedure is
also able to remove bone spurs at
the affected joint that contribute
to the patients pain or reduction
in activity.

How is the FAST procedure
different from other treatment
options?
Common treatment options
such as rest, pain medication,
cortisone injections, or physical
therapy address the pain but not
the damaged tissue, the source of
the tendon pain. An open surgical
procedure removes the damaged
tissue but carries the risk of
invasive procedures, including
damage to the surrounding
healthy tissue and a lengthy
recovery time with restricted
activity.
Unlike conventional treatment
methods, the FAST procedure
replicates the goal of an open
surgical procedure by removing
the damaged tissue with minimal
invasion.
How FAST is the procedure?
The procedure usually takes 15
minutes or less and requires only
an adhesive bandage to close the
microincision. Unlike traditional
open surgeries that may require
several months of recovery,
the FAST procedure recovery
period is on average a one to two
month timeframe. Following the
short recovery a full return to
the patients normal activities is
expected.
How Do I Know if I Am A
Candidate for the Fast
Procedure?
Call 284-5200 to schedule
an initial evaluation with
Dr. McConnell. Find out
more information about the
FAST procedure at www.
CharlestonSportsMed.com.
Dr. McConnells expert
advice is based on scientifc
evidence and three decades of
experience. Patient treatment
plans are individualized using
diagnostic, laboratory, and one-
on-one physician evaluations to
determine each patients best
course of action.
S
ullivans Island Police Chief Danny Howard has implemented
two new programs to improve the communication between
the police and the public. Walk and Talks began in early
July as a way to get offcers out walking the streets and talking
to residents. Each offcer is assigned one block per shift and is
expected to be out around 8 or 9 a.m. and again at dusk. The
second plan for bettering relations with the public is to hold
open coffee meetings. Chief Howard will be at Cafe Medley on
Wednesday mornings beginning around 8:30 a.m. to greet and
talk with residents about any concerns, interests, suggestions, or
information they would like to share. Chief Howard feels this is a
good way for the police force to be more involved in the community
and have more personal, friendly interactions with citizens while
gaining a different perspective
of the island, outside of their
police cars. Both programs
received strong support when
introduced at the last Council
meeting.
Walk and Talk
P O L I C E G R E E T T H E P U B L I C
BY CAROLINE STEC
Chief Danny Howard.
PROVIDED BY THE TOWN OF SULLIVANS ISLAND
Acme Cantina:
Enjoy a great beach atmosphere,
casual Americana dining,
and fresh-catch seafood for
breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
$$
886-0024
www.acmecantina.com
31 J.C. Long Blvd.
Isle of Palms, SC 29451
Atlanticville:
With a casual and relaxing
atmosphere, enjoy an extensive
wine list and award-winning
menu, along with a Sunday
brunch menu.
$$$
883-9452
www.atlanticville.net
2063 Middle Street, Sullivans
Island, SC 29482
Ben & Jerrys:
Enjoy an array of ice cream
favors, from Chocolate Therapy
to Peach Cobbler on Isle of
Palms Ocean Boulevard.
$
886-6314
www.benandjerrys.com
1009 Ocean Boulevard, Isle of
Palms, SC 29451
Caf Medley:
Start your day or end it with
a well rounded caf, serving
breakfast, lunch, and a glass of
wine in the evening.
$$
793-4055
www.cafemedley.com
2213 Middle St Sullivans
Island, SC 29482
High Thyme Cuisine:
A small island bistro with a wide
range of dishes from seafood,
tapas on Tuesdays, and a
brunch on Sunday mornings.
$$$
883-3536
www.highthymecuisine.com
2213 Middle St, Sullivans
Island, SC 29482
Home Team BBQ:
Not limited to barbeque, this
casual eatery also serves salads,
wraps, tacos, and quesadillas,
as well as Sunday brunch.
$$
883-3131
www.hometeambbq.com
2209 Middle Street Sullivans
Island, SC 29482
Morgan Creek Grill:
Relax with a front row seat on
the Intracoastal waterway while
enjoying fresh seafood and
southern hospitality.
$$$
886-8980
www.morgancreekgrill.com
80 41st Avenue
Isle of Palms, SC 29451
Poes Tavern:
Famous for their gourmet
burgers and chicken
sandwiches, this Poe-inspired
eatery also features great deals
on fresh fsh tacos.
$$
883-0083
www.poestavern.com
2210 Middle St
Sullivans Island, SC
Station 22:
Enjoy a fun atmosphere with
fresh seafood and southern
favorites, a Sunday brunch
menu, and new sushi menu.
$$$
883-3355
www.station22restaurant.com
2205 Middle Street Sullivans
Island, SC 29482
Sullivans:
Grab a casual dinner of fried
founder or crab cakes in a cozy
atmosphere, as well as lunch on
the weekends.
$$
883-3222
2019 Middle Street Sullivans
Island, SC 29482
Taco Mamacita:
Enjoy made-from-scratch Tex
Mex soups, salads, tacos,
and enchiladas, and quench
your thirst with one of several
specialty margaritas.
$$
789-4107
www.tacomamacita.com
2213-B Middle Street
Sullivans Island, SC 29482
The Windjammer:
Isle of Palms home to live
music, this fun beach club
features unbeatable prices
on sandwiches, burgers, and
seafood.
$$
886-8596
www.the-windjammer.com
1008 Ocean Boulevard
Isle of Palms, SC 29451
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Island Eats
It is slightly soft to the touch, a beautiful lush red color with specks
of yellow, and has a delicious sweet smell. I am, of course, describing
a peach. Currently in season, this stone fruit is the star of my frst
recipe for Lowcountry Bites. When cooking in the summer, fresh,
light ingredients are what most islanders crave, especially when it is
a typical high of 95 degrees with 84 percent humidity.
Come in from the beach and whip up this easy, tasty recipe or plan
it for a nice family and friends meal on the porch. Salsa can seem
daunting when you try to throw in too many ingredients. Instead,
try to keep the focus on the main ingredient. To make this peach
salsa I used complimentary ingredients such as basil, as well as
ingredients that keep with the classic salsa concept as with the onion
and avocado. Serve this over a faky white fsh either baked or grilled,
or as a starter with chips. Delectable, light, and fresh, this is the
ultimate island living meal.
Ingredients:
1 to 2 peaches (depending on how peachy you want it) cut into
cubes
small onion, fnely chopped
1 medium avocado, peeled and cut into dice
4 large, fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
1 Tbs olive oil
1 Tbs lime juice, about lime
salt and pepper to taste
Combine peach, onion, avocado, basil, olive oil, lime juice, salt, and
pepper. Let sit for 20 minutes then serve.
Peach Salsa
BY KELSEY COLT
Lowcountry Bites
Peach Salsa.
Art and Fiesta
BY STEPHANEY ROBINSON
O
n Saturday, August
11, the Sullivans
Island Club will be
hosting Art & Fiesta to honor
artist Frida Kahlo. The events
throughout the day include a
Frida Inspired Art Class from
12 noon to 2:30 p.m. and
an Art Experience, Sale and
Fiesta from 6 to 9:30 p.m.
Join artist and teacher Laura
De La Maza as she guides the
class through an easy and
creative art experience. Focus
will be on color, texture, and
creative expression. Choose
to embellish a 3D piece
(box or nicho) or create an
appropriation using mixed media utilizing Fridas work as
inspiration. Absolutely no experience is required. The cost for the
class is $15 and is free to Club members. Please preregister for
the class so we will have enough materials on hand. Preregister
by visiting www.siislandclub.com.
The Art Experience, Sale and Feista will be a vibrant evening
including Mexican inspired art, food, and music. Dress like
Frida, Diego, Trotsky, OKeeffe, or any of Fridas other friends
or amores. Bring your camera, sketch book, or poetry and
inspire or be inspired. Tickets are $15 advance online. $20 at
the door. Club members free.
Artists, if you have Mexican or Frida inspired art, jewelry,
photographs, poetry, or mixed media you would like to display,
share, or sell, please email: [email protected]. To
purchase advanced tickets, visit www.siislandclub.com
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J
oin Fort Sumter National
Monument as we celebrate
National Lighthouse Day at
the Sullivans Island Lighthouse
on Tuesday, August 7. The special
public event takes place from 10
a.m. to 2 p.m. on the grounds of
the U.S. Coast Guard Historic
District at 1815 IOn Avenue on
Sullivans Island.
The Historic District represents
the evolution of events important
in United States maritime
history from 1895 to 1962.
Commissioned 50 years ago
on June 15, 1962, as the last
major lighthouse to be built in
the United States, the Sullivans
Island Lighthouse replaced the
original Charleston Harbor Light
(also known as the Morris Island
Lighthouse) which was built in
1876. Its unique triangular shape,
interior elevator, and aluminum
siding distinguish it from more
traditional lighthouses.
It was on August 7, 1789,
that Congress passed an Act for
the establishment and support
of lighthouses, beacons, buoys,
and public piers. In honor of
the 200th anniversary of the
establishment of the frst federal
lighthouse, Congress designated
August 7, 1989, as National
Lighthouse Day. This recognition
has encouraged communities
and citizens groups to dedicate
themselves to the preservation of
these historic structures. As part
of the anniversary, lighthouses,
where feasible, were open to the
public.
It is in the spirit of public
access that park staff and
volunteers invite the public to
explore the grounds of the U.S.
Coast Guard Historic District,
said Fort Sumter National
Monument Superintendent Tim
Stone.
The grounds, quarters cupola
and boathouse will be open to the
public from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on
Tuesday, August 7. Because of
serious health and safety concerns
the lighthouse interior will not
be open. In addition to viewing
exhibits in the historic life-saving
station boathouse, visitors can
pick up a free commemorative
poster designed by Amelia Millar
for the 50th anniversary of the
lighthouse. Displays on water
safety and activities for children
are planned in conjunction with
the US Coast Guard Auxiliary and
Sullivans Island Fire & Rescue.
Representatives from the non-
proft Save the Light organization
will report on efforts to preserve
the Morris Island Lighthouse.
Refreshments will be served.
All activities are free and open
to the public. For more information,
call the park at 883-3123.
PHOTO BY THE NATIONAL PARK SERVICE
Celebrate National Lighthouse Day
BY THE NATIONAL PARK SERVICE
DAILY
Sullivan's Island Lighthouse and 50t
h
anniversary poster.
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Breach I nl et Ti de Char t
Date High Tide Low Tide
Hurricanes, storms etc., are NOT included in the
predictions. Tidal current direction changes and tide time
predictions can be very different. Tide predictions are
PREDICTIONS; they can be wrong so use common sense.
Source: www.saltwatertides.com
Aug 3
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Island Poetry
BY JACK TRACEY
Beached

Picture of poise,
out of focus.
Prophetess
placing preferred personalities
adrift amidst oceans background soundings
Uncertain, out of sync with the swells
Flashfre smolders, sand soaked
Brightened eyes beneath subdued lids.
Walk to view awakenings dockside
City skyline revealed
silhouetted behind expanse of water
in sudden sunlight
streaming across eastern fat white caps
Stars fade stage left swiftly
Seascape staring
sensing rain awaiting
beyond far darkened rim
A storm unseen
yet suspected
Misdirected scraping of the skin,
seeking what lies within
Unable to locate consolation
Resolved to remain uninvolved
Bound to the shoreline
yearning for horizons promise.
Long time Isle of Palms resident Jack Tracey serves on the Board
of the Poetry Society of South Carolina and is a once a month host of
Monday Night Poetry and Music, downtown at the East Bay Meeting
House, the states longest running open mic venue for musicians &
spoken word performers.
I
ts summertime fun for you
and your pet but do you know
the top four pet emergencies
to beware of this time of year?
We see a lot of pets in our
emergency room and Ive noticed
some trends this year. Here is
everything you need to know to
keep your furry friend safe this
summer in our area.
Snake Bites: Right now is
peak time for snake bites, with
CVRCs emergency team seeing
fve to 10 cases or more per week
(from May-September). You
should consider all snake bites
as an emergency. The venomous
snakes of South Carolina include
three species of rattlesnakes: the
Cottonmouth, the Copperhead
and Coral Snake. They hide in
pine straw, brush, and timber
before striking at dogs or
cats. Most snake bites in pets
are to the face, neck, and limbs
in animals that are sniffng in
the brush. Cats tend to be more
resistant to snake venom than
dogs and perhaps due to their
size and hunting behavior, tend
to suffer snake bites to their
torso. In contrast, dogs are most
commonly bitten in their face,
tongue, eyes, and neck. What
should you look for? Punctures
of the skin and pain at a specifc
site, and possibly bruising and
swelling, pet weakness, dizziness,
nausea, muscle tremors, or rapid
breathing. Obtaining immediate
veterinary care is crucial for
blood tests, blood pressure
tests, and an electrocardiogram.
More than likely, your pet will
be hospitalized for 12-48 hours
for intravenous fuids, pain
medications, and possibly anti-
venom therapy.
Heat Stroke: CVRC sees four to
10 cases a week of heat stroke,
and that number spikes when
the humidity spikes. Dogs and
cats have little choice when
it comes to keeping cool in
summer heat. Recognizing the
signs of heatstroke will allow for
prompt treatment; and time is of
the essence when treating this
condition. Symptoms include
elevated body temperature,
excessive panting, dark or bright
red tongue/gums, sticky or
dry tongue/gums, staggering
or stupor, and seizures. If you
suspect heat stroke in your
pet, seek veterinary attention
immediately. To prevent heat
stroke, follow these steps:
Find some shade. Get your
pet out of the heat.
Use cool water, not ice
Summertime Pet Emergencies
WH AT E V E R Y P E T O WN E R S H O U L D K N O W
BY KRISTIN WELCH, DVM
Charlestons Top Four
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COMPUTER CORNER
A
s I go out to help people with
their computers, printers, TVs,
Blu-ray players, etc. I sometimes
hear them say Well at least you
attempt to make me understand what
is going on, and I have to chuckle a
bit because I understand. Recently
at a seminar about geek talk I was
amazed at how much any profession
has buzz words or phrases that are
hard to understand unless you are in
the feld. I teach some tech courses for
people wanting to repair computers or
do networking or security work in the
IT (information technology) feld and
fnd myself speaking another language
while teaching. I hope to give you a
few buzz words that can help you. So
lets do some cross-training and make
you tech-savvy!
First lets do a few hardware
words or acronyms
CPU (Central Processing Unit):
The thingy that fgures out all the
calculations that make the computer
work. It sits on the system board or
motherboard.
Motherboard: A board that is full
of chips and solder and bits of this
and that. It makes the video card,
NIC (network interface card), USB
(universal serial bus), DVD, and
other hardware work, and receives
commands from the CPU which uses
the memory to make things work
faster.
Memory: Just like it sounds. Sometimes
I wish I could add more to my head.
Memory is called volatile memory
because when power is turned off to it
(you shut down the computer) it loses
anything on it. When you computer
starts up it loads (adds) bits of
programs that will make the software
run on the hardware including you
seeing stuff on the monitor or TV. The
more memory the better the computer
will run. Except for the difference
between 64 bit and 32 bit.
64 bit versus 32 bit: 64 runs faster
than 32. Plain and simple, the 64 bit
has more lanes for the information
to pass through than the 32 bit. Just
realize that older computers usually
run at 32 and the major biggie is that
32 bit cannot use more than 3GB of
memory (see above), whereas the 64
bit can use more than that, and up to
a whole lot more.
Finally a couple of things to
remember about software. Unless you
installed it or its the OS (operating
system, for example Windows 7),
Adobe and Java, do not install it!
Make sure you have either bought
the software or the operating system
before installing updates.
If you need immediate assistance
you can always call Rent A Bob at 822-
7794 or email at [email protected].
Terms to Make You Tech Savvy
BY BOB HOOPER
water, to cool your pet. (Very cold water will cause
constriction of the blood vessels and impede cooling.)
Cool wet cloths on feet and around head.
Do not aid body cooling below 103 F degrees - some
animals can actually get hypothermic (too cold).
Offer ice cubes for the animal to lick on until you can
reach your veterinarian, but do not force ice or water
to your pet.
Saltwater poisoning: Whether your dog enjoys spending
the afternoon on the boat, chasing the waves on our
beautiful beaches, or enjoys swimming, there are a number
of precautions that you should take to ensure that your
dog remains healthy. Ensuring that you provide plenty
of fresh water for your dog is vitally important. In the
absence of fresh water and with ready access to salt water,
many dogs will drink from the ocean in spite of the taste.
Ocean water has 3.5% dissolved salts, 90% of which is
the sodium chloride (NaCl). Sodium toxicity is based on
body weight but levels can be reached rather easily. For
example, for a Labrador Retriever, as little as two to three
cups of salt water could be toxic; less than one gallon of
salt water would be fatal. After drinking, symptoms can
start showing up within as little as 30 minutes. You should
watch for vomiting and diarrhea, as well as uncoordinated
walking, abnormal mental activity, seizures and coma.
Getting your pet to an emergency veterinarian is necessary
in all cases when salt water intoxication is suspected as
many animals with severe salt intoxication dont survive.
But its simple to prevent this tragedy. Always carry fresh
water for your dog; for a day at the beach bring one gallon of
water (an empty milk jug works well) and a portable bowl.
Make your dog take breaks from running and playing to
lay down in the shade and have a drink to stay hydrated.
Car accidents: Holiday weekends and weekends with nice
weather where people spend time outdoors are the times
when we see most pets coming into the ER that have been
hit by cars. CVRCs emergency room receives three to fve
cases a week on average. Please take extra care behind
the wheel.
More information about Charleston Veterinary Referral
Center can be found at www.CharlestonVRC.com or on
Facebook at Facebook.com/CharlestonVRC.
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