8 American beaches that are warm NOW

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By Mark Sullivan

Published December 16, 2013

Budget Travel

 

 

The snow is piling up and all you want to do is escape to a warm beach? These islands are perfect for a winter beach vacation—and closer than you think.
You don't need to splurge on a trip to the Caribbean to spend time on the beach this winter. These eight U.S. islands have the sandy shores, seafood shacks, and sunny skies that will have you thinking it's summer—even when there's snow on the ground back home.
Take a tour of the islands

AMELIA ISLAND, FL
Average highs of 65/71 in February/March
About as far north as you can go and still be in the Sunshine State, Amelia Island's 13 miles of beaches are mostly deserted until March—so it's easy to find a spot where there are no other people in sight. Horseback riding along the sand is one of the most popular off-season activities. Kids have a blast exploring the nooks and crannies of Fort Clinch, one of the country's best-preserved 19th-century fortifications. It was also one of the last of its kind, as new weapons made brick forts obsolete during the Civil War. Boutiques and lovingly restored Victorian mansions make up the historic district.
Sleep The Seaside Amelia Inn is steps from the beach and has a rooftop terrace perfect for taking in the sunset. Rooms start at just $69 a night.
Refuel Grab one of the umbrella-shaded tables in the courtyard of Joe's 2nd Street Bistro, where the menu leans, naturally, toward seafood.
Easy Escape From Jacksonville (33 miles), Gainesville (101 miles).

AVERY ISLAND, LA
Average highs of 65/72 in February/March
Things get hot here, and not just because of the steamy weather. It's home to the Tabasco Pepper Sauce Factory, where you can taste the fiery mixture during the free daily tours. (If you come on a Friday, you won't see the sauce being made, however.) E.A. McIlhenny, son of the company's founder, converted his private estate into a bird sanctuary, which he opened in 1935 as Jungle Gardens. McIlhenny was intent on saving snowy egrets, then endangered because their plumage was popular for ladies' hats. You can still see the brilliantly white birds inside the sanctuary and out. Surrounded by bayous, the mostly undeveloped island is also a great place to spot alligators, deer, and raccoons. You'll want to base yourself in one of the nearby communities; New Iberia, a half-hour drive north, has a good selection of restaurants and gracious homes transformed into B&Bs.
Sleep A bungalow dating from the early 1900s, the Estorge-Norton House in New Iberia is chock-full of antiques. Rates start at $85.
Refuel Landry's Cajun Restaurant specializes in Cajun camp cooking with a menu offering all the classics like gumbo, crawfish etouffee, and oyster po'boys.
Easy Escape From Baton Rouge (85 miles), New Orleans (140 miles).

CALADESI ISLAND, FL
Average highs of 73/77 in February/March
The three miles of white-sand beaches on this pristine barrier island offer some of the best shelling on the Gulf of Mexico. And because it's a state park, you won't search for sand dollars in the shadow of high-rise hotels. In fact, there's not a single place to stay on the island, unless you count the 108-slip marina. There are no cars, either. Once you disembark the ferry ($14 roundtrip from Honeymoon Island, a short drive from Dunedin), the only way to get around is with your own two feet. Not a bad way, actually, as the boardwalk nature trail passes through stands of mangroves and around sand dunes. As you stroll, you may spot one of the rare gopher tortoises. Kayaking around the bay side of the island is a popular pastime, as the sea-grass flats are populated with ospreys, herons, and other birds. Pack a picnic lunch because there's just one small concession stand on the island.
Sleep You can fish from the dock at the Sea Captain Resort on the Bay in nearby Clearwater, a small city popular with water sports enthusiasts. Winter rates start at $101 through the end of January and at $122 for February through April.
Refuel On the mainland, very close to Caladesi Island, Dunedin's kitsch-filled Casa Tina serves surprisingly authentic Mexican fare. A local favorite is the Veracruz-style fish, sautéed with tomatoes and onions.
Easy Escape From St. Petersburg (20 miles), Tampa (24 miles), Orlando (103 miles).

CATALINA ISLAND, CA
Average highs of 64/65 in February/March
You won't entirely escape the state's notorious traffic on this island 22 miles off the southern California coast. But since golf carts are just about the biggest things on the road, you probably won't mind. You can get your own cart through Island Rentals ($40 for an hour rental plus a $40 deposit), but to explore the island's rugged interior, you'll need to rent a two-wheeler from Brown's Bikes ($20 per day) or enlist the help of an outfitter like Discovery Tours. Spotting one of the island's bald eagles, which were almost entirely wiped out by chemical contamination a few decades ago, will put a feather in your cap. The island is an hour and a half from Dana Point on the Catalina Express ferry ($74.50 round-trip), which drops you off at the town of Avalon, a pleasant place for window-shopping. That cylindrical building on the edge of the harbor is the Casino, an art deco movie house that still screens the latest releases.
Sleep On Avalon's main drag, the Hermosa Hotel welcomed its first guests in 1896. Standard rooms start at $75 per night from December through February and $100 March through November. Cottages with their own kitchens start at $100 from December through February and $150 March through November.
Refuel This is California, so the home cooking at Original Jack's Country Kitchen includes free-range chicken, and beef and pork raised without antibiotics or hormones. Sound too wholesome? Try one of the gooey doughnuts from its adjoining bakery.
Easy Escape From Los Angeles (60 miles), San Diego (66 miles).

DAUFUSKIE ISLAND, SC
Average highs of 61/67 in February/March
Still weaving baskets from the sweetgrass that grows wild along the coast, Daufuskie Island's tiny Gullah population—descended from slaves—carefully tends to its traditions. You can take a peek into local life at landmarks like the white clapboard First Union African Baptist Church, built in the 1880s and still in use today. Less than a quarter of this 5,000-acre island has been developed, leaving plenty of open spaces to explore. (And we mean exploring by foot or by golf cart, as no cars are allowed.) One especially nice excursion point is the Haig Point Lighthouse, which has a tower extending from the roof of an antebellum-style house.
Sleep As you might guess, Daufuskie isn't an all-inclusive-resort kind of place. A good option is the two-bedroom Daufuskie Island Cottage, a vacation-rental property that's on a quiet dirt lane in the historic district. In January and February, the rate drops to $115 (two-night minimum), including use of a golf cart.
Refuel There's nightly live music at Marshside Mama's, which one local calls a "put-your-feet-up place." The ladies in the kitchen ladle out a tasty low-country gumbo.
Easy Escape From Savannah (44 miles), Charleston (116 miles).

MOLOKAI, HI
Average highs of 76/77 in February/March
When Hawaiians talk about Molokai, they often say it's "how the islands used to be." It's true that there are no traffic lights or sprawling hotels. The least visited of the major Hawaiian islands has a rugged northern coast with the world's highest sea cliffs, a southern coast that gently wades into the sea, and a rocky interior punctuated by three extinct volcanoes. The biggest town, Kaunakakai, has barely 7,000 people, along with a three-block-long main street and a tiny airport. The top tourist attraction is the former leper colony in what is now Kalaupapa National Historic Park, a peaceful place reachable only on foot or by mule. The scenery is exhilarating, and the remaining buildings, such as the pair of squat churches, are thought-provoking. There's also a nearly endless string of beaches, including the lovely Papohaku, a three-mile-long stretch of glimmering gold sand.
Sleep Lodgings are limited and can be expensive. Try Kaunakakai's Hotel Molokai, a cluster of A-frame buildings set in a tropical garden. Winter rates start at $159 if you book online.
Refuel A local favorite is the Paddlers Inn in downtown Kaunakakai. Enjoy island specialties like mahi-mahi on a breeze-cooled patio.
Easy Escape From Honolulu (50 miles).

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX
Average highs of 70/75 in February/March
Here's one place where the building industry is in full swing—if you count building sand castles, that is. Professional teachers have specialties ranging from one-on-one instruction to creating huge sculptures for weddings and other special events. Sons of the Beach, which has been around for more than 20 years, charges $25 for private lessons. This barrier island off the southern coast of Texas also attracts kids with rowdier activities in mind—spring breakers. Don't worry, though. Get there before the college crowd, and it's still a sleepy beach town. Among the dive bars are boutiques selling goods like rustic pottery and silver jewelry, much of it from Mexico.
Sleep The Palms Resort is a hipped-up beach motel with an oceanfront café and a heated pool. Off-season rates start at $75 a night.
Refuel The menu at Cap'n Roy's is exactly what you would expect from a pirate-inspired restaurant on a barrier island. Try the famous Camaronitas Diablitos—shrimp wrapped in bacon with cream cheese, jalepeño, and pineapple.
Easy Escape From Brownsville (26 miles), Corpus Christi (179 miles).

TYBEE ISLAND, GA
Average highs of 61/67 in February/March
Unlike many nearby islands with higher profiles (and higher prices), Tybee Island isn't out to impress anyone. It's more akin to Coney Island than Jekyll Island, and therein lies its nostalgic charm—imagine boardwalks, food vendors, and stalls selling beach-themed kitsch. This is the kind of place where the restaurants have place-mat menus and the lodgings are of the park-at-your-door variety. There's a wooden pier where you can stroll and five miles of sugary beaches fringed by sea oats. The Tybee Island lighthouse was picture-perfect enough to make it onto a postage stamp. On nearby Cockspur Island is Fort Pulaski National Monument, where you'll find a magisterial brick fort used during the Civil War.
Sleep The Ocean Plaza Beach Resort has been thoroughly updated, but it still reminds many people of beach hotels from when they were kids. Even the rates are retro, starting at $69 in low season.
Refuel The Crab Shack is a local institution that's all it's cracked up to be, serving you-shuck-'em steamed oysters. One favorite is the seafood low-country boil, filled with shrimp, sausage, and potatoes.
Easy Escape From Savannah (17 miles), Richmond Hill (34 miles), Charleston (124 miles).

Daufuskie Community Farm/Artisan Village Festival on December 4th

From the Daufuskie Island Community Farm: Save the Date - Wednesday, December 4, 2013 Come join us at Jolly Shores on Prospect Road, Daufuskie Island, SC For the First Daufuskie Community Farm/Artisan Village Festival Stop by anytime from 10AM until 5PM There will be: -Animals from the farm, Information booths -Handmade on Daufuskie items for sale -Artisans working on their crafts -Classes scheduled throughout the day on a variety of arts and crafts. -Enjoy hot dogs, chili, gumbo, salads, baked potatoes with toppings, -Ice tea, coffee, lemonade, sweet tea & A chili cookoff - To register contact Pat Donations appreciated. You will have an opportunity to support Daufuskie's Farm & Artisans by making a purchase from a bountiful array of wonderful & delightful items for holiday gift giving. For more information contact Pat @ bowwow@hargray.com.

Thanksgiving on Daufuskie Island, SC 29915

Dear Front Porch Readers, Please note the following: From the Daufuskie Island Co-op: The community Thanksgiving this year will be on Sunday, November 17th at Marshside Mama’s starting at 1pm. Turkeys, ham, rolls and drinks will be provided by the co-op. Everyone is asked to bring a covered dish appropriate for the number of guests they are bringing. ****************** From the Daufuskie Community Preservation Zone Association: Improving Daufuskie's publicly funded ferry service is an ongoing topic... A Ferry 101 Community Listening Circle Discussion will take place on Daufuskie Island Sat, Oct, 12th at 12:30PM.It will be hosted at the Maryfield School. Discussion topics will include some history of Daufuskie's publicly funded ferry, what's contained within the Beaufort County Code related to Daufuskie's publicly funded ferry, ways to get more return on the taxpayer monies being spent on the publicly funded ferry and more. Beaufort County Officials have been invited to attend and participate. The Daufuskie Community Preservation Zone Association is interested in hearing what the community has to share. For more info call: 843.842.7792 or email: CPZA13@gmail.com ****************** From the Daufuskie Island Elementary School: Please join us for our Fall Festival at the Daufuskie Elementary School on Saturday, October 19th from 1:00PM to 3:00PM. Silent Auction, fun games and cool prizes! $10 unlimited wristband. Rib dinners provided by Melrose on the Beach - dine in or take out $10. Hot dog dinner $5. If you love making baking goodies for people here is your chance to get your apron out and have fun! Daufuskie Island Elementary School needs volunteers to make baked goods for their 2013 Fall Festival Cake Walk and Bake Sale. Goodies for the sale will need to be individually wrapped. Cakes need to be in disposable containers. All items must be delivered to the school by 11:00AM on Saturday, October 19, 2013. To sign up to bring baked goods please call Kristina Roberts at 843-540-7650. ****************** From the Daufuskie Island Historical Foundation: On November 2 at 2:00PM, the Daufuskie Island Historical Foundation is hosting a dedication and reception to celebrate the unveiling of a South Carolina Historical Marker located at the County Dock. This marker has been sponsored by the South Carolina Colonial Dames and celebrates the history of our wonderful island. Our heartfelt thanks goes to the South Carolina chapter of Colonial Dames for achieving the placement of the marker. Please join us on November 2 to unveil the marker and thank the Colonial Dames. This will be an island wide event! State and local government officials will also be invited to attend. The reception following the ceremony is being provided by The DI Co-op and Marshside Mama’s. *************************** Best regards, Paula Nickels Editor, The Daufuskie Front Porch www.thedaufuskiefront porch.com

ECU Men's Golf Tied For Sixth After Day One Of Rees Jones Intercollegiate Redshirt sophomore Al Dickens tied for second at 2-under at Haig Point on Daufuskie Island, SC

DAUFUSKIE ISLAND, S.C. - East Carolina's Al Dickens fired a 2-under par 70 Sunday to lead the Pirates into a tie for sixth-place after 18 holes of competition at the Rees Jones Intercollegiate being held at the Haig Point Club. Dickens is tied for second place on the par-72, 7,380-yard course layout.
As a team, the Pirates, who teed off on hole No. 10, find themselves tied with 20th-ranked South Carolina at 10-over 298. With its total, ECU is two strokes back of UNC Wilmington (+8) and seven strokes behind Charlotte and No. 43 Liberty (+3) for third place. USF (-2) occupies the top spot followed by Kennesaw State (+2) in second.
Dickens pared the first 15 holes before recording back-to-back birdies on No.7 and 8 and posting his 16th birdie on the ninth green to complete his round. It was the first subpar round of his five tournament collegiate career. Dickens ended the day tied with Kennesaw State's Chris Guglielmo and Charlotte's Raoul Menard for second two strokes back of USF's Chase Koepka.
ECU senior Eric Brady bounced back from a disappointing performance on the back nine, to shoot 1-under on the front nine and finish his day tied for 32nd at 3-over 75. He posted three birdies with five pars on his final nine holes after bogeying his opening hole and then carding a double bogey on 12 and 13. He shot a collective 2-under on the final 14 holes of his round.
Meanwhile, Pirate senior Ryan Eibner shot 4-over in his first round of the season, carding a 76. He was even through nine holes before shooting 4-over over the last nine holes. Redshirt freshman Josh Chandler ended his day with a 5-over 77 with sophomore George Kilgore posting a 7-over 79.
Playing as an individual, Jacob Hicks carded 4-over 76 to complete the first round tied with Eibner for 36th.
The Rees Jones Intercollegiate resumes on Monday with second round action, as ECU is scheduled to tee off with Charleston Southern and Georgia State in a shotgun start, beginning at 8:50 a.m. Live scoring is available on GolfStat.com.

Updates from the Daufuskie Island Newpaper. "The Front Porch"

From the Daufuskie Island Conservancy:
The Daufuskie Island Conservancy and Haig Point Environmental Committee will partner this year with the  SC Sea Grant Consortium to participate in an Annual Beach and River Sweep throughout the coastal areas of South Carolina. The event on Daufuskie will take place on Saturday, September 28th at 10:30a.m. to coincide with low tide on the beaches. Volunteers would be appreciated. We will assign clean up areas and provide supplies.
For more information and to volunteer, please contact Eileen Pojednic @ 842-6770 or email at erpojednic@aol.com. Many thanks.
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From the Daufuskie Island Elementary School:
Target is giving away money to schools just for getting votes online. We have until September 21, 2013 for people to vote for our school. Just go to www.facebook.com/target  to vote.  Once you go the Facebook site, type in Daufuskie Elementary School or 29915. Then click the VOTE button.  It is as simple as that. Please forward this to anyone who you know that will vote for us. Target is giving away $1 for every vote we get for our school. No strings attached so please vote this week and next!
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From the Daufuskie Front Porch:
A heartfelt thanks to all the donors, volunteers and participants who helped make the Front Porch’s 2nd Annual 5K a great success. Congratulations to J.O Hinchey, Meaghan Loftus and Maura Egan!

Rum company on Daufuskie Island set to open early next year

Published: August 25, 2013 

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By MATT McNAB — mmcnab@beaufortgazette.com

It's only natural that his post-retirement job will be to lead a new rum company on Daufuskie Island.
A 35-year resident of Kentucky and a soon-to-be-retired medical executive, Chase first came to Daufuskie in July 2012 looking for a retirement home. At 53, Chase said he wasn't ready to stop working, so he came up with the idea of opening a micro-distillery on Daufuskie.
After buying a home on the island in October, he began to think about what kind of alcohol to make. Chase briefly toyed with the idea of making bourbon, nixing that idea after declaring that "bourbon ought to be made in Kentucky." With his move to the island, he settled on a more tropical liquor "€" rum, creating the Daufuskie Island Rum Co.
In a few weeks, the company will close on the sale of property that will house a 3,500-square-foot micro distillery set to open early next year. The building, being constructed by a contractor who is also an investor in the company, will feature a 500-square-foot porch overlooking a one-acre pond on the property, where people can sit in rocking chairs and sip rum, Chase said.
An additional 10.25 acres of land on the island will eventually be home to sugar cane to be used in the making of the rum once it is fully grown, a cycle that takes about two years.
A rum company on Daufuskie would be just one of a few in the United States that are produced on an island, joining companies in Florida and Hawaii that can claim the distinction.
Chase also said the company would only use materials and ingredients made in the U.S., a desire that comes from patriotism instilled by his father, a military veteran.
Chase said he hopes to start making white rum early next year. The company already has agreements with distributors in Georgia and South Carolina and has seen local demand from restaurants and hotels. One area hotel, a Westin in Savannah, also asked Chase if they could carry souvenirs with the company's logo in their gift shop.
Next summer, a gold rum will also be available in a limited run. That rum has to be aged in barrels to give it a distinctive color and flavor.
Chase said he would consider the venture an enormous success if the company simply breaks even, with any profits gained as "icing on the cake."
He said, "189 million fifths of rum are sold in the U.S. each year. We just need a tiny bit of that to be successful."
Among the roughly 8 million people living in South Carolina and Georgia, about 89,000 identify themselves as rum drinkers, Chase said.
He's continuing to work to build a groundswell of popularity for the new rum. In two months, a Facebook page set up for the company has garnered 1,400 fans. Many of them volunteered to take the company's de facto mascot, a shot glass nicknamed "Shotty," on trips across the country, taking pictures that are then posted to the Facebook page.
"Shotty travels more than I do," Chase said. "He's on his way to Alaska now, and there are trips to San Diego and New York planned, too."
Between six and eight launch parties around the region, from Tybee Island to Hilton Head, are in the works as well, Chase said.
"There's a huge interest in the company around here," he said. "We're just going to keep this momentum going until we start producing."
Follow reporter Matt McNab at twitter.com/IPBG_Matt.
Related content:
Daufuskie Island Rum Company http://www.daufuskierum.com/
Daufuskie Island Rum Company Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/DaufuskieIslandRumCompany

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Ride horses on the beach and explore Daufuskie Island by horse at Melrose on the beach

843-341-2894 Melrose on the beach Equestrian Activities Beach Rides: Equine enthusiasts of all backgrounds will appreciate seeing the secluded landscapes of Daufuskie Island during an exclusive beach ride available only at Sea Grass Stables. Our knowledgeable guides will match you with your ideal island horse and lead a 1.5-3 hour tour based on your group’s experience level. Your ride will be framed with wide vistas of Calibogue Sound to the East, Hilton Head Island, SC to the North, and Tybee Island, GA to the South. Furthermore, the island’s pristine sands, twisted live oaks, tall pines, Spanish moss, wildlife, history, folklore and legend makes riding with Sea Grass Stables one of the most memorable equestrian experiences available in the Lowcountry. Wooded Trail Rides: Seeing the island on horseback is arguably the best way to experience the natural beauty that Daufuskie has to enjoy. Historic Melrose Plantation has over 15 miles of nature trails that can be tailored to a 45 minute, 1.5 or 3 hour rides so you are always exploring something new. Riding Lessons: Certified, experienced riding instructors will make schooling in the ring enjoyable for any age, experience level or riding discipline. Private and group rates are available. Pony Rides: Pony rides are a great place to start for equestrian enthusiasts ages 7 and under. Ask us for a horse treat to feed and make sure to bring your camera for that perfect photo opportunity!

HAIG POINT CLUB, SCYC TO SHARE MEMBER AMENITIES

The Haig Point Club and Community Association on Daufuskie Island and the South Carolina Yacht Club on Hilton Head have created a reciprocal agreement to share member amenities. The South Carolina Yacht Club, located in Windmill Harbour, offers a range of amenities from yachting and sailing to fine dining and special events. It is part of the network of more than 700 clubs within the Yachting Club of America. Haig Point, located on Daufuskie Island, is accessible only by boat. The private community offers a Rees Jones Signature golf course, equestrian facilities and beachfront on Calibogue Sound.

Updates from The Daufuskie Front Porch, on Daufuskie Island, S.C. 29915

Dear Front Porch Readers, Please note the following: From the Daufuskie Turtle Team: Unfortunately we have had two Loggerhead nests disturbed on Daufuskie Island this season. "Loggerhead Eggs, Hatchlings, Adults, and Carcasses are Protected by Federal and state Laws." Please report any suspicious activity immediately to any member of the Daufuskie Turtle Team.Thank you for your support! The Daufuskie Turtle Team Susan Card 843 812-7608 Holley Miles 843 540-7328 Tammy Helmuth 843 247-5941 Robin Boedeker 843 530-3209 Kathi DeLeo 603 860-0567 Butch Miles 229 886-2450 Bill DeLeo 843 341-2432 ************************* Farmer’s Market: Every Saturday from 11AM until 1PM. Located at the County Dock at the end of Haig Point Road (next to Marshside Mamas) ************************** From the First Union African Baptist Church: Vacation Bible School is returning to Daufuskie. The week of July 15-19, VBS will be held at the First Union African Baptist Church on School Road. More details to follow, but let the excitement begin. ************************** From the Daufuskie Island Fire Dept: The Daufuskie Island Fire Department is having a Kids Day at the Fire Station on Saturday, July 27 from 12:00 Noon -1:00 PM. It's for all kids island-wide to meet the firefighters and the EMS crew, run the sirens and flashing lights, try on firefighting bunker gear and get sprayed by water from 75' in the air! And all kids, their parents and grandparents, too, are invited to enjoy our complimentary lunch of "Firehouse Fidos", our special hot dog lunch with all the fixin's. So come one down! Spot, our mascot, is looking forward to seeing you! ************************** From The Daufuskie Artisan Village: Join us for an introduction and celebration of The Daufuskie Artisan Village on Friday, July 12th from 3:00-5:00 p.m. at the home of Milton and Sara Deitch at 94 Fuskie Lane, Bloody Point. Meet the talented artists and view their creations! Entertainment, Light Hors d'oeuvres and Silent Auction. Please join us in raising the roof and raising important funds for this community project. RSVP to Pat Beichler at bowwow@hargray.com or call 843-842-8999. ************************** For Sale: 1996 Chevy Blazer-4x4-high miles-Great dependable island truck w/ towing package $2650.Call: 843-842-9448 ************************* For Sale: Golf carts for sale, all used but with new batteries installed this spring. Yamaha 2- seat with small rear baskets, zip & snap cover and golf club straps: $1500 Club Car 4- seat cart with flip down back seat to convert to a flat bed and zip & snap cover: $3000 E-Z Go 4- seat cart with front extended bumper: $2500 Club Car 4-seat cart ... nothing special but she'll get you where you want to go: $1000 Please call Peter at 843.422.6024 for more info. *********************** Best regards, Paula Nickels Editor, The Daufuskie Front Porch www.thedaufuskiefrontporch.com

Try a "Scrap Iron Cocktail" at the Old Daufuskie Crab Company on Daufuskie Island, SC 29915

The Story of Scrap Iron In the early 1900's more than 2000 black African Americans lived on Daufuskie Island. They made their living from the oyster beds that surrounded Daufuskie. Oysters were harvested, canned, and shipped all over the world. Progress came to Savannah, Georgia and factories were built along the Savannah River. The Savannah River was polluted and the pollution flowed into the oyster beds around Daufuskie. The Federal government condemned the harvesting of oysters on the Island and 2000 people were out of work in one day. The exodus began and the population dropped to around 100 people when I came to Daufuskie in the '70's. The people that stayed had to make a living another way and they all knew how to make a great corn liquor and the ladies made wines. The men would load the corn liquor in small oyster boats and row or sail it to Savannah. Sometimes it would take a day to get there. In early days they would get 5 dollars for 50 gallons, but it gave them money to pay taxes on their land. When moving their cargo to Savannah they would frequently be stopped by the revenue officers and ask what they were carrying. They learned to cover the vat of corn liquor with pieces of scrap iron and would tell the revenue officers that they were taking the scrap iron to Savannah to sell to feed the family. They told this story so much that scrap iron became the name for liquor on this beautiful island. In-honor of this we offer a drink at The Old Daufuskie Crab Company, called Scrap Iron in honor of these ingenious bootleggers. Give it a try. I hope you enjoy it! - Wick Skurry

Updates from the Daufuskie Island Front Porch News

Dear Front Porch Readers, Please note the following: From the Farmer’s Market: Every Saturday from 11AM until 1PM. Located at the County Dock at the end of Haig Point Road (next to Marshside Mamas) ************************** From the First Union African Baptist Church: Vacation Bible School is returning to Daufuskie. The week of July 15-19, VBS will be held at the First Union African Baptist Church on School Road. More details to follow, but let the excitement begin. This Sunday, please join us at the First Union African Baptist Church for a fantastic worship experience, featuring the music of Bill Alston and the preaching of Dr. Clarence Edmondson. Bible Study starts at 9:20, with the Church Service and Children's Chapel starting at 10:00 am. All are welcome! *************************** From Bloody Point Golf Club: 1st Annual Firecracker Open Shotgun Start July 3rd, 10AM Call 843.341.5566 to sign up! Join us for our 2nd Annual 4th of July Celebration!! Noon - 6:00PM, Free Admission BBQ Grill Out, Oyster Roast, Cart Parade, Face painting, Inflatables, Slide Pool Open to the Public! Cart Parade Lineup - 2:30PM, Cart Parade - 3:00PM Cart Parade Categories: Most Original, Most Daufuskie, Most Patriotic. Winners receive $50 Gift Card! *************************** From Melrose on the Beach: Pool • Picnic • Party 4th of July at Melrose on the Beach What’s more American than American Idol? Celebrate the 4th of July with American Idol Season 10 Finalist Casey Abrams We’ll Provide the Red and Blue ... You Wear the White! Join us at the Beach Club on Thursday, July 4th: • Poolside Cocktails • All-American Buffet • Live Concert with American Idol Finalist All-American Buffet Dinner featuring: $32/adult $20/children 13 and under children 5 and under free 6:00 - Poolside Cocktail Party with DJ 7:00 - Dinner RESERVATIONS REQUIRED 888-851-4971 ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 7:45 - 9:00 Casey Abrams LIVE in Concert Open to the Public - No Charge Cash Bar RESERVATIONS SUGGESTED 888-851-4971 ----------------------------------------------------------------------- After Concert - Enjoy Hilton Head and Savannah fireworks from Melrose Beach Bring Your Own Blankets and Beach Chairs NO PERSONAL COOLERS ALLOWED ****************************** Best regards, Paula Nickels Editor, the Daufuskie Front Porch www.thedaufuskiefrontporch.com