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May 19

Elliot

Kemp's Ridley (Lepidochelys kempii) Stranding Location: Cherry Grove Pier, North Myrtle Beach, SC Arrival Date: 5/6/2020 Age: Juvenile Weight: 11 kg (24lb) Case History Elliot was hooked by a fisherman off Cherry Grove Pier in the evening on Wednesday May, 6. South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR)…
May 08

Reflecting on the Solo Sweep Challenge

As we look back on the month of April, we are feeling especially thankful for all of you. Last month, we challenged you to step up and participate in our #SoloSweepChallenge, a month-long challenge to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day with continued litter pick-ups while social distancing.…
May 01

The Question On Everyone’s Mind

When Will We Reopen? These are interesting times we’re facing; streets are deserted, businesses are closed, people are peeking through their windows instead of greeting each other face-to-face. It would be an understatement to say that the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly altered our current way of life. Now,…
Apr 24

The Good Catch Mindset: Think Local, Buy Local, Eat Local.

It’s no secret, times are tough right now for many of us. People are reevaluating their priorities, changing their habits and pinching their pennies. This strain doesn’t only apply to individuals, businesses are feeling it too. Now more than ever, small businesses are counting on us to stay afloat.…
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Apr 22

What’s Cooking: Build-Your-Own Grit Bowls

Build-Your-Own Grit Bowls from The Grit Counter, by Grace & Grit Now that shrimp season is open, let’s collectively show support for our local seafood community and help them through this uncertain time. One great way to do that is to opt for local seafood dishes when ordering…
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Practice Social Distancing with Dolphins, Too!

Social distancing is our new normal for the foreseeable future, but for the local dolphin population, it's a practice we should always have in place! Since today is National Dolphin Day, we wanted to take some time virtually connecting with Meghan, our resident dolphin expert at the Aquarium,…
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