This photo shows pelicans skimming the waves off shore on Seabrook Island. A little googling finds articles that indicate “Skimming permits the birds to take advantage of an aerodynamic phenomenon known as ground effect”.
Following is an article, from Stanford University which explains skimming, why birds fly low over water. Also, a link has been included for today’s photo saved on Flickr with the caption Pelicans looking for fish offshore from Seabrook Island in South Carolina.
It is always good to have something to look forward to; so today I share a photo of one of the pools on Seabrook Island. Naturally the pool is closed due to the pandemic. But next summer we will enjoy the pool.
Following is an article about the beach club. Also, a link has been included for today’s photo saved on Flickr with the caption One of the pools on Seabrook Island in South Carolina.
Flying a kite is a past time which I personally enjoy. So; please understand that when I suggest a certain someone should go fly a kite, I am wishing him will in his next past time and encouraging him to move along.
Following is an article about SIB “Bird of the Week” – Kites: Mississippi vs Swallow-tailed. Also, a link has been included for today’s photo saved on Flickr with the caption Flying a kite on Seabrook Island in South Carolina.
Today’s photo was taken from the northern most point of the beach on Seabrook Island. If you look closely you see water on three sides of the photo. There was also water behind me when I took the photo. Actually the beach is L shaped and you have a beach path.
Following is an article about the beaches on Seabrook Island. Also, a link has been included for today’s photo saved on Flickr with the caption The norther most point of the beach of Seabrook Island in South Carolina.
While walking to north beach I took this photo of a flock of seagulls. In this is area, of the beach, fish often are shoaling or schooling. It is common to see dolphins and sea gulls waiting for a meal
Following is a link a Wikipedia article about shoaling and schooling. Also, a link has been included for today’s photo saved on Flickr with the caption Seagulls waiting for a meal on Seabrook Island in South Carolina.
As our stroll came to an end I took this photo showing the changing light as the sun began to set. The sky was clear, the winds were low, and we had a smile on our face as we left the beach.
The following link shows Google Images from a search of Evenings photos taken at Seabrook Island. Also, a link has been included for today’s photo saved on Flickr with the caption Evening on the beach at Seabrook Island in South Carolina.
Another beach pass time is fishing. It appears to be very peaceful with occasional excitement. A little searching finds that there are several fishing charter options as well.
Following is a link to an article about Fishing on Seabrook Island. Also, a link has been included for today’s photo saved on Flickr with the caption Fishing on the Seabrook Island beach.
Yesterday we saw this windy buggy on the beach. While Googling the subject I found several names; Landsailer, Kite Buggy, Blowcard, Trike Buggy, Land Yacht Tricycle, Landsegler, Strandsegler, and Zooter.
Interestingly the person sailing has long sleeves, cloves, mask, goggles, and helmet. I assume because of blowing sand.
Following is a link to Google images for Sail Buggies. Also, a link has been included for today’s photo saved on Flickr with the caption A windy buggy on the Seabrook Island in South Carolina.
During a stroll on the beach we enjoyed watching this young boy skimboarding on his boogie board. The skill and balance where impressive. I tried smimboarding many years ago and never mastered the balance needed.
Following is a link to a youtube video titled Skimboarding for the First Time. How Hard Can It Be? Also, a link has been included for today’s photo saved on Flickr with the caption Boogie boarding on Seabrook Island in South Carolina.
This is a follow-up to yesterday’s photo showing birds coming to roost. Today’s photo is the human equivalent. Humans enjoying the sunset.
Notice the high tide. I mention this because during low tide there is a wide beach.
Following is an article from the Farmers Almanac showing the tide chart for Seabrook Island. Also, a link has been included for today’s photo saved on Flickr with the caption Watching the sunset on Seabrook Island in South Carolina.
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