10th Annual SUPer Scary SUP Race!

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10th Annual SUPer Scary SUP Race!

Join us at the 10th Annual SUPer Scary SUP Race on Saturday, October 31st! Fun for the whole family, this event requires no prior experience – just you, your mask, and your excitement to paddle are necessary! The SUPer Scary SUP Race will be a socially distanced event, but we highly encourage you to dress in costume (and your dogs, too) so we can admire you from afar! A portion of the proceeds from this event will go to benefit the charity, Youth to Ocean, so you will have fun and feel good about it too!

The entry fee details are as follows: $50 for Pre-Registration Elite & Recreation Divisions (includes T-shirt), $60 for Day of Race: Elite & Recreation Divisions (includes T-shirt), and $25 for Kids (ages 12 & under) & Dog SUP (all ages). SUP boards will also be available for rent for $10 on the day of the race, courtesy of SUP Safaris. On the day of, Pre-Registration will take place from 8:00 am to 8:45 am, and the races will take place at 9:00 am (Elite Category), 9:05 am (Novice Category), 11:00 am (Kids Race), and lastly at 11:30 am (Dogs Race).

Race winners and notable spooky costume wearers will receive prizes to die for, and there will also be a Silent Auction and a Raffle with the possibility of winning SUP Gear, massages, restaurant gift certificates, and more! Please join us at 83 Center St for the Races and then move to the after-party at Surf Bar 103 W. Cooper Ave. Folly Beach, SC 29439 for free food, raffle, and awards ceremony.

Register and Pay now from this link: https://charlestonsupsafaris.com/events/super-scary-sup-race/ (or download the registration form from the site, complete it and mail it with your check)

We hope to see you there, and we promise it’ll be a SPOOK-tacular time!

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People Magazine Showcases Picture-Perfect Folly Beach Wedding

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People Magazine Showcases Picture-Perfect Folly Beach Wedding

People Magazine is an incredible source of inspiration, and so, we were honored and humbled to see their highlight of a beautiful Folly Beach Wedding. Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, it is harder than ever to make wedding dreams a reality. But for this couple, the challenge was worth it in the end. On Saturday, September 19th, independent artist and viral icon Karen Waldrup married Cody Henson in the Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church. The two, crazy about each other, decided to have a wedding in today’s times and made the absolute most of it. With our romantic beaches, this couple made the impossible look incredible and effortless.

Thanks, People Magazine, for highlighting this beautiful Southern Beach Wedding!

To read the full article from People Magazine, Click here.

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What’s brewing on Folly Beach?

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What’s brewing on Folly Beach?

September 29th the day you have all been waiting for… National Coffee Day! What better place to celebrate a delightful cup of joe than on Folly Beach!

The coffee shops and café on Folly Beach are known for their glowing reputations, from regulars who live off of these café to the tourists that travel from all over the world to sit in these cafes and enjoy a nice cup of joe on the beach, it is safe to say you won’t want to spend National Coffee Day anywhere else. We are here to be your guide, with the many choices you have to choose from, here is some information to help you find the perfect stop to spend your day.

Black Magic Coffee serves coffee roasted locally by King Bean, as well as a wide selection of local, fresh foods and pastries to accompany your delicious brew. This café is a great place to sit down and enjoy yourself and also offers TO-GO coffee if you are on the move.

The Lost Dog Café is a laid-back beach café perfect for the family, including your furry four-legged friends. They have a large selection of coffees for all different coffee lovers.

Center Street Coffee offers their own blend of coffee roasted locally on James Island, as well as both hot and cold espresso drink creations. Accompany your delicious coffee with one of their fresh pastries that are delivered daily from local bakeries.

Don’t miss out on all the amazing cafés and coffee shops; they’ve always got something brewing!

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Celebrate National Hunting & Fishing Day on Folly Beach

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Celebrate National Hunting & Fishing Day on Folly Beach

Oh boy! What’s a better reminder that there is plenty of fish in the sea than National Hunting & Fishing Day! There are a plethora of options for casual casters and serious fishermen around Folly Beach. Shore fishing is in no shortage. You can check out Morris Island Lighthouse trail for quality spots.

One of the most popular and iconic in our area is the Folly Beach Pier equipped with many fishing stations. We recommend hitting the pier soon before it closes for construction on October 19th!

If you’re looking to get out on the water, Folly Beach is also home to a number of fantastic boat charter services. You can catch Charleston Charter Fishing right off the Folly Beach Boat Landing. There is also the Charleston Fish Rod Bending Company providing charters and coming out with great monthly fishing forecasts. Both of these charter services and more can be found from our Things To Do Page under the “fishing” tab.

Don’t forget to pick up some extra supplies from Crosby’s Fish & Shrimp Co. on the drive out to the beach and you’ll be ready for your next excursion. Happy fishing!

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September Fishing Forecast

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September Fishing Forecast

We are entering one of our favorite times of the year with our Folly Beach fishing charters. Fall through the end of January typically means comfortable temperatures and great fishing! Inshore, nearshore and deep sea fishing charters will benefit from the bait migration from up north. The sudden influx of bait signals to every fish that it’s time to eat as much as they can before the bait heads farther south. Let’s get you out there to enjoy it with us! Call, text or book online.

See you on deck! Captain Kevin Blair 843-696-4231

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Keepin’ it Reel Fishing Tournament | WSF

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Keepin’ it Reel Fishing Tournament | WSF

Warrior Surf Foundation is hosting their Keepin’ it Reel Fishing Tournament on October 24th from 7am to 3pm. The Warrior Surf Foundation (WSF) is a non-profit organization that provides surf therapy, yoga and mental health & wellness to Veterans. Participants 13+ are invited to cast their lines from any dock or public landing in Charleston to catch Sheepshead, Redfish and Flounder to win cash prizes. Contestants ages 13-16 are placed in the youth category, and ages 17+ are placed in the adult category.

Proceeds of this event go to help Veterans struggling with PTSD, traditional issues, and other mental challenges. The entry fees range from $50-65 for ages 17+ and $25-40 for ages 13-16, as well as a swag bag full including a tape measure, ID card, and other fun supplies. Those who enter are asked to email pictures of their catches using the detailed rules found online.

Participants fishing are encouraged to share their catch on social media using the hashtags #warriorsurf and #keepinreel along with tagging @WarriorSurf. For more information and registration information for WSF’s Keepin’ It Reel Fishing Tournament, please visit https://warriorsurf.rallyup.com/fishingtournament.

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National South Carolina Day

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Monday, August 31 is National South Carolina! We’ve gathered some facts to celebrate our Palmetto State! While the capital of South Carolina may be Columbia, the largest city in the state is Charleston while the largest barrier island is Hilton Head. South Carolina’s coastline is 187 miles long, creating barriers of islands guarding the state. Not only is South Carolina known for its gorgeous coastline, but this state is also home to sandhills, lowlands, and mountains. South Carolina’s state tree is the palmetto tree, the state flower is the yellow jasmine, and the state gemstone is the amethyst!

South Carolina is home to many things; like the first game of golf, sweet tea, and barbeque. In 1739 the first shipment of golf clubs arrived in Charleston from Scotland and the first game of golf played on an US course took place at the first golf club, the South Carolina Golf Club. Myrtle Beach is also known as the mini-golf capital of the world, being home to over 50 mini-golf courses! Not only is South Carolina home to golf, but the Lowcountry is attributed as the birthplace of barbeque!

While these facts only make up a small part of South Carolina’s history, you can now use this knowledge to go out and celebrate the Palmetto State and everything it has to offer!

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National Dog Day

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National Dog Day

Anything is Paw-ssible on Folly Beach! Celebrate #NationalDogDay on August 26 with your four-legged friends at some of the Dog-Friendly establishments on the Island!

If you’re in the mood for some seafood, The Folly Beach Crab Shack is the place for you and your furry friend!

Stop by St. James Gate Irish Pub for one of their famous Irish coffees for you and an ice, cold water bowl for the pup!

Chico Feo offers amazing outdoor seating with the perfect atmosphere!

The road to happiness is filled with Folly Beach and paw prints! Please remember that dogs are not allowed on the beach from 10 am to 6 pm from May 1st to Sept. 30th. At all other times they must be on a leash.

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August Fishing Forecast

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August Fishing Forecast

Folly Beach fishing charters have been on a steady bite recently as calm weather and light winds provided easy fishing conditions. Shark fishing has been a crowd-pleaser as these fish hug the beaches and prowl the inlets in search of an easy meal. Inshore the Speckled Trout and Redfish remain a favorite target while just off the beach the Bull Redfish run is in full swing. Deep-Sea trips are finding King Mackerel, Triggerfish, Cobia, Snapper, and Amberjack for anglers that want to venture farther off the coast. Text, call, or book online 24 hrs a day.

We are looking forward to fishing with you!

Captain Kevin Blair

843-696-423

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Hold On To Your Butt

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Hold On To Your Butt

Eco-friendly cigarette disposal just got easier! Folly Beach is proud to be working in partnership with the Charleston chapter of the Surfrider Foundation on their campaign, Hold On To Your Butt!

The Charleston Surfrider Foundation is a grass-roots nonprofit protecting beaches, oceans, and waterways across the United States. Their mission is to protect waterways we love so dearly. The natural beauty of the coastline draws over 5 million visitors and $4.2 billion to Charleston each year. Our entire lives are built upon the amazing natural environment of Charleston. The biggest problem we face as a community is that pollution is endangering our beautiful home.

Thus the initiative, Hold On To Your Butt, was born! Cigarette buds are the most common litter found on beaches worldwide, and 98% of these cigarettes contain plastic fibers that are harmful to our wildlife. Hold On To Your Butt is a campaign that seeks to educate our community while working to keep our beaches clean and wildlife safe!

You may see new eco-friendly receptacles placed around Folly Beach for easy disposal. We ask that you join us in our effort to protect the place we love!

For more information on #HoldOnToYourButt campaign visit https://www.charleston.surfrider.org/, or follow along on Facebook and Instagram @charlestonsurfrider

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