Boating, Fishing, and Travel Information for Folly River, SC

Folly River is located along the northern shore of Folly Island and Folly Beach. Folly Island is a barrier island south of Charleston in Charleston County, SC. During the Civil War, the area was used as a staging area for Union Army troops. To this day, during major storms and hurricanes, Civil War era cannonballs can be found in the area. The island is home to the Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve and the Morris Island Light can be seen from its shores.

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California OKs New Protections for Leatherback Sea Turtles

10/17/2021 by US Harbors

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California has added the Pacific leatherback sea turtle to its endangered species list, guaranteeing more protections for a rapidly dwindling population. The California Fish and Game Commission voted Thursday to add the turtles under the state’s Endangered Species Act. The world’s largest turtle species have been… SEE MORE

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Boating 101: Navigation Sounds

10/15/2021 by US Harbors

Just as lights play a significant role in understanding what other boats are doing, so do sounds. Understanding what you hear is another step towards being a “complete mariner”. Virtually every boat is required to have some sound producing device. There is a great deal of latitude in what type… SEE MORE

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Wildfire Rages in Southern California Coastal Mountains

10/14/2021 by US Harbors

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (AP) — A wildfire raging through Southern California coastal mountains threatened ranches and rural homes and kept a major highway shut down Wednesday as the fire-scarred state faced a new round of dry winds that raise the risk of infernos. The Alisal Fire covered more than 24… SEE MORE

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