kiawah sundown

one of the many...

where the "journey" idea originated.

...from dan eldon's book THE JOURNEY IS THE DESTINATION. he developed scrapbooks a la peter beard in his young life. somewhat like our postings here, just a collage of things we love.

Dan Eldon, who was killed in Somalia in 1993, is shown in 1992 in Africa. Photographs from Mr. Eldon's journal went on view in "The Journey is the Destination," a permanent exhibition at the Candela/Decker gallery in Manhattan.

the gators of kiawah.

Per Ellen's request, let's talk about the Gators of Kiawah.
Kiawah Island is home to a very healthy population of American alligators (Alligator mississippiensis). Alligators can be seen in almost all of the 183 brackish and freshwater ponds which are interspersed throughout the island. Most alligators seen will be between 3-8 feet in length, though larger alligators up to 11 feet are present in some areas of the island. Alligators are cold-blooded which means that they cannot self-regulate their body temperature as humans do. For this reason, alligators are most active during the spring, summer, and fall. They will often be seen basking on pond edges in the sun in an attempt to warm their body temperature, especially during colder weather.

GATOR WALKs available. Contact: 843.768.6001

yo, don't mess with these guys.


xx k+n.

kate + nick

on a cold clear day last year @ saarinen's stark, spectacular arch.





very euro nick in gucci shades. @ the arch, saint louis MO; hey it can't all be about the beach...this is the heartland.

going fishin'

MAY: Mackerel, Sea Bass, Red Drum, Black Drum, Sheepshead, Trout, Shark, Cobia, Bluefish. JUNE: Mackerel, Red & Black Drum, Sheepshead, Trout, Shark, Cobia, Ladyfish, Bluefish, Amberjack + Tarpon

THE SCOOP:
Inshore Fishing; The Kiawah River and it’s surrounding tidal estuaries provide outstanding inshore fishing opportunities for the fly and light tackle angler. Passengers will cruise Kiawah’s salt flats and fish for Red Drum, Spotted Sea Trout, Flounder, and various seasonal species. Inshore fishing charters max out at 3 people per boat. Trip duration is 4 hours. Cost is $600 per boat and includes bait, tackle, reels, fishing license and fuel. Multiple boats available.

Near Coastal and Reef Fishing; Action-packed fishing experience perfect for everyone from families to the serious anglers. Near Coastal and Reef Fishing is done four to seven miles off the beach. While fishing around off shore sandbars and wrecks we are likely to catch various types of large Sharks, Tarpon, Redfish, Sheepshead, Mackerel, Cobia, Bluefish, and many other migratory fish species.Trip duration is 4 hours. Cost is $800 per boat and includes bait, tackle, reels, fishing license, and fuel. Multiple boats available.

smooth sailin.

for those who want a sea excursion, we recommend heading into Charleston instead of going with cappy jack @ bohicket. Sure, it's closer but you will have better boats and better captains. Contact them directly @ AQUA SAFARIS(843)886-8133 + 1-800-524-3444 Fax: (843) 856-1977
Web site: www.aqua-safaris.com
Email: aquasafari@aol.com

If you want someone to do the legwork, get a hold of Kiawah Resort Director of Outdoors ; Jake Feary @ jake_feary@kiawahresort.com

INFO:CREWED SAILING VESSELS
In the classic style of custom sailing yachts, SERENA continues to be the jewel of Charleston Harbor. She is a 50' Columbia Sloop, one of 10 in the world, and carries up to 20 guests, plus Captain and crew. A daysail aboard SERENA is the perfect way to see "Rainbow Row," and an experience to treasure! SERENA is a classic sailing yacht built in 1966, one of ten left in the world. She has a double cabin, double v-berth, full galley and head (bathroom). SERENA welcomes aboard food or drink you would like during a charter and has a large cooler above deck for your use or catering can be arranged.

a bit more surf love

a few more k8 favorites before nick takes it away...my new favorite surfboard from DWR. 3K (i'm taking orders...)

+ eddie would go.eddie went

+ vedder (last time) north shore, hawaii.

SC FLAG.

what it all means...Asked by the Revolutionary Council of Safety in the fall of 1775 to design a flag for the use of South Carolina troops, Col. William Moultrie chose a blue which matched the color of their uniforms and a crescent which reproduced the silver emblem worn on the front of their caps. The palmetto tree was added later to represent Moultrie's heroic defense of the palmetto-log fort on Sullivan's Island against the attack of the British fleet on June 28, 1776.

surfin...

it's not my forte, NICO will have the lowdown (especially on a neighboring island, FOLLY BEACH). Still, in my research of Kiawah, note the following lowdown from SURFLINE.

"These are exclusive residential/resort beaches to the south of Charleston. Kiawah can get good surf on north and northeast swells, particularly at Sandy Point on the north end of the island. The south end of the island, particularly Seabrook, can occasionally be blocked from southeasterly swells by offshore sandbars, from outflow from the North Edisto River and from northeast swells by Sandy Point." Chris Dixon/SURFLINE

Best Tide: mid to high
Best Swell Direction:All directions. E hurricane and NE wind/groundswell can have lots of power.
Best Size: 3 to 10 feet
Best Wind:SE, E or NE will give wind waves and chop. W for rapidly cleaning but dropping conditions. Perfect-O-Meter:
2 to 5 (1=Lake Erie; 10=Jeffreys Bay)
Bottom: sand and some oyster shells
Ability Level:beginner to advanced
Bring Your:shortboard, longboard, funboard
Best Season:late summer, early fall, early spring Access:
Private developments with little access. Surf anywhere if you're staying here, though. You can get onto Kiawahs' beach at Beachwalker County Park.
Crowd Factor:light
Bicep Burn:2 to 8. Hard NE and SE give strong currents. (1=1ft Waikiki; 10=15ft Ocean Beach) Poo Patrol: 2. A little runoff pollution after it rains. (1=clean; 10=turds in the lineup. Hazards:sharks, bluefish, and oyster shells

(sorry had to go here...photo below, VEDDER + HAMILTON in HAWAII NORTH SHORE)


Rhodesia, Bru.
K+ N.xx

kayak.

Kayaking is a great way to check out the eco system. Go thru the resort Kiawah Island Recreation

Various options a la...Marsh Kayaking, Pluff Mud Paddle +Adult Twilight Paddling.
++ Join our naturalists for an interpretive paddle through the idyllic ebb and flow of Kiawah’s salt marshes. In the comfort of single sit-on-top kayaks, we'll launch with ease and slip down the winding Kiawah River in search of Mink, Oyster Catchers, Osprey, and many other marsh inhabitants. ...
Price: $50.00


Next lesson...sailing.

golf anyone? (recap)

friends: nick is putting together a list of golfers...there might be a round robin or small, friendly tourney of some sort...please feel free to email him your info + desired level of play ; fricknisch@hotmail.com. otherwise, leave me a comment + ill make sure it gets passed off. WOW; the range of options. I don't golf but if anyone told me i was a golfer hitting 5 courses, well i'd be pretty content.

Golf Rates:Oak Point: $106/ Cougar, Turtle, and Osprey: $175 /Ocean Course: $298
-The above rates include green fees, golf cart and range balls and are subject to 5% sales tax.-There is a $25 per person surcharge for all shotgun starts. This charge includes tournament set up and gratuities.-There is a $10 per person Tournament Charge for non-shotgun events.-Club Rentals are available for $60 per set.
-Ocean Course Only: All golfers with tee times starting before 12PM are required to walk. Caddies are provided for all golfers at no additional fee. The recommended gratuity, based on service, is $65.00 per player. Anyone wishing to take a golf cart will be issued a tee time after 12pm.

the eyes of kiawah.

luck of the irish.

the day that will live in infamy.

cheers to nick.
cheers to kate.
cheers to abbie.
cheers to greg.
the spring lounge.
+ all those who made it possible.
oh, cheers to the bowery boys.

kate's perfect CHARLESTON day...

(don't worry, nick's perfect day to follow).

If you are staying in Chaz on Thursday night...

Jump off the plane + roll into town. Lunch @ S.N.O.B. (Slightly North of Broad) with a glass of Cava + light Ahi Tuna salad. Check into the Planters Inn

or Charleston Place. Walk around the square and stroll into the old cemeteries bearing the bones of Civil War Era folks (i.e., John Calhoun). Snake your way onto the old Cobblestone streets and check out the amazing homes, peeking into the famous secret gardens along the way.

A sunset sip of wine or a cold beer at the Vendue Inn.Dinner at Peninsula Grill or McGradys. If you are in a fun mood, take a Ghost Tour (or just listen to one in passing).

Bedtime at your leisure (look out for the ghosts).
Morning is brunch at Hominy Grill and off to KIAWAH.

If you arrive on Friday...

Lunch at S.N.O.B. or Jestine's Kitchen for the down home meal of fried green tomatoes, chicken + sweet tea. Quick post-lunch stroll around Rainbow Row or a drive around the bumpy cobblestone roads...Off to KIAWAH.

OR ...just land + off to Kiawah for a beachside lunch @ the Sanctuary.

kiawah (ariel).

One of the most carefully preserved barrier islands in the world, Kiawah Island was named for the Native American tribe that hunted and fished in the area during the 1600s. The tribe’s chief, Cassique, led colonists to Charlestowne Landing on the Ashley River where they built the first English settlement in the New World in 1670.

In 1699, George Raynor, a purported pirate, was granted title to the island by the Lords Proprietors. Kiawah Island stayed in Raynor's family until 1719, when it was purchased by John Stanyarne. Over the next 50 years, Kiawah Island SC passed throughout Stanyarne’s family until it finally feel into the hands of the Vanderhorst family, who held ownership of the island for 200 years.

bikes.

the one thing on the island to rent is a BIKE. this is a great way to get around, from your villa or house to the beach or just spin away on the paths...lots of insane scenery...more info on rentals to come. rent by day...tandem, you name it.

bb+mike.

hey, we aren't the only ones about to celebrate. congrats to bb + mike...february 08. we love you guys. xx k + n.