Wow, was this Labor Day Weekend great or what?! We hope you made it out for great weather, food, and the best beach in the country.
If you were lucky enough to be here we would love to read about it. Post here to share with those who were here with you, and especially for those who could not make it.
The search is on for the next Queen and Teen Queen of Edisto Beach, which will join contestants from Folly Beach on September 12th for this year’s exciting pageant. Ladies between the ages of 13 and 30 are invited to compete for the chance to represent Edisto Beach as their very own royalty and ambassador.
This is an event for the whole family. Contestants attend the reigning queen’s luncheon with their parents, judges and the media. A fun-filled afternoon carries contestants and
attendees right up to the crowning of the new queens. Winners receive the official designer crown and banner, a fabulous prize package including a cash prize and the chance to represent these beach islands at festivals, parades such as SC USA and many others.
Pageant Information:
Date: September 12, 2009
Theme: “Mama Mia” Featuring the music of ABBA
Venue: Park Circle Community Center, North Charleston
Start Time: 7:00 P.M. EST
If you would like more information on the application process or just need tickets, call Director Don Wilkinson at (843) 343-2560 or email donnyfb@gmail.com. More information on the aplication process and the pageant in general can be found at www.queenoffollybeachpageant.com.
Have you participated in this pageant in the past? Are you going to this year? We would love to read your comments here!
Experienced fisherman and newcomers alike won’t want to miss the 21st annual Edisto Marina Billfish Tournament. An Annual Edisto Tradition for 21 Years, the tournament kicks off May 13th at Edisto Marina, and comes to an exciting conclusion May 16th.
The event officially opens with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet by Rev. Wey Camp, Rector of Edisto’s Trinity Episcopal Church. Words of welcome will be extended by Mayor Burley Lyons, followed by the Captains’ Meeting and dinner.
Fishing days are Thursday, Friday and Saturday with participants choosing two of the three days to fish. Daily weigh-ins begin on the docks at 5:00 p.m. The event culminates with the Awards Ceremony and dinner, followed by dancing on the docks on Saturday night.
For more information, contact Edisto Marina at edistomarinainc.com.
Have you been to a past tournament, or are you going this year? Tell us about your experience and email us your pictures to be included on this blog!
As you will read on this site and hear from anyone who lives here or visits, Edisto Beach is one of the few uncommercialized, family-oriented beaches left. First-time visitors and locals alike automatically recognize the spanish moss draped live oaks leading into Edisto as the entrance to something even more intriguing.
So what makes Edisto Beach so great? Is it the beautiful beaches, picturesque sunsets, historic sites, fresh seafood served in the taste of the town, or maybe its the unique beach homes that line the coast? Perhaps its the lack of hotels, red lights and chain restaurants. It could be any one or combination of these things, or maybe something comes to mind that we left out completely.
From speaking to or emailing back and forth with some of you, it is clear there are many different ways people have had their first look at Edisto Beach. Some grew up here, others have been vacationing since they were kids. Maybe Edisto was discovered further down life’s road in retirement, or on a day trip from nearby Charleston.
Your experience is surely unique and we would love to hear about that. Blog with us now and share your Edisto Beach memories.
Edisto’s best selection of vacation home getaways. From a single single-family residence to a cozy villa… We have the perfect vacation spot for every family and budget. Choose from ocean front or marsh view to a secluded deep water home on our island.
Find out more about our rental program for your beach home or call to reserve your vacation today!
The Plantation Course at Edisto is a course unknown by many. With Kiawah and Seabrook to the north and of course Hilton Head to the south, The Plantation Course at Edisto prides itself on remaining unique by resisting change to this small community. That is what appeals to residents and visitors alike though the golf is as action packed as anyone could ask for.
