One Perfect Day with Surfer's Healing

One Perfect Day with Surfer's Healing

I do not surf.

I do not even swim in the ocean - there are SHARKS in there.

So somewhat naturally, Surfer’s Healing wasn’t exactly on my radar for this week. 

Aaaand then my water-sport-loving boyfriend bounced through the door yelling, “Babe! Guess what! I signed you up to photograph Surfer’s Healing!” 

Here’s what happened…

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Ocean Plastic: The Myth of the Pristine Beach

Ocean Plastic: The Myth of the Pristine Beach

I've done a lot of things this year. Weird fish nibbled my toes in Mexico, I swam in a Costa Rican waterfall, and gave myself an epic wedgie jumping into a cenote outside of Playa del Carmen. 

I would do them all again, save the wedgie.

These experiences, along with my daily battle with litter in my neighborhood, left me with some thoughts I need to share.

I'm sorry for the serious post, but I hope you'll read it anyway. 

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For the Shell of It: 20 Charleston Restaurants That Recycle Oyster Shell

For the Shell of It: 20 Charleston Restaurants That Recycle Oyster Shell

Hey, Charleston! Did you know some of your favorite oyster bars are going the extra mile to recycle their oyster shells and protect our waterways?

Take a moment to say thank you! 

Our oyster reefs are a natural breakwater protecting Charleston's shores against storms and erosion, but old oyster shells are an essential part of the growth cycle of young, free-swimming oysters. 

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Grit & Grace Designer Rachel Gordon: Giving a Damn About Oysters

Grit & Grace Designer Rachel Gordon: Giving a Damn About Oysters

It takes a special sort of spunky brunette to spend their Saturday nights hauling around nasty, stinking oyster shells.

But Rachel Gordon gives a damn about oyster shells, and we should too.

Today, we're taking a closer look at what it takes to build a sustainable business, and why oyster shell recycling is so important.

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Charleston Oyster Farm: Dive into Sustainable Seafood

Charleston Oyster Farm: Dive into Sustainable Seafood

Did you know eating locally farmed oysters can actually improve the environment?

Sign me up! Raw, steamed, fried, or in a shooter, I will do my duty to save our shores. 

The other day I was lucky enough to check out Charleston Oyster Farm, and Q&A them about what it means to raise sustainable seafood. Check it out! 

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