On Sunday, May 26th, enjoy a rare opportunity to experience Bulls Island with Dr. Patrick McMillan, South Carolina's premier biologist/naturalist. Two tours will be leaving from Garris Landing, Cape Romain NWR, Awendaw. The first departure is scheduled for 10am. A picnic lunch will be served on the island. The tour is $75 per person. All proceeds go to the SEWEE Association to benefit the Loggerhead Sea Turtle project at Cape Romain. Space is limited so register early! Contact Coastal Expeditions at 843.884.7684 or info@coastalexpeditions.com for registration and tour details.

The SEANET (Seabird Ecological Assessment Network) is expanding its program and you can help by joining SEANET and walking a segment of South Carolina's beaches of your choosing once or twice a month collecting data on environmental conditions, beach debris and both dead and live bird sightings. Reports submitted by SEANET volunteers are vital to this effort. No scientific background or special training is required, just a desire to help SC's marine ecosystems. Join SEANET project coordinator Dr. Sarah Courchesne to hear about the program and how you can become involved. The workshop will be held at the Sewee Visitor Center from 6:30pm - 8:30pm. For more information and reservations, call 843.727.4707 ext 214 or 843.727.4707 ext. 304. RSVP by June 5th.

Boneyard Beach Photography Tour on Bulls Island, June 15th - 4:45am.

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Cape Romain! This pre-dawn excursion takes you through the winding creeks and bays of the refuge to Bulls Island where you will travel safari-style to the spectacular Boneyard Beach, one of the most photographed beaches on the east coast. Along the way and on the beach enjoy the birding and other wildlife, island exploration and beachcombing. The tour is $45 per person. Register with Coastal Expeditions at 843.884.7684 or visit www.coastalexpeditions.com.

Two four-year old sibling Red wolves have found a new home at the Sewee Visitor and Environmental Education Center. Amid much excitement, the sisters arrived November 1st. Growing up at the Salisbury Zoological Park, MD, the sisters don't shy away from admiring viewers and are said to have a fondness for howling. With a population of approximately 300, the Red wolf is one of the most endangered animals in the world today.

For the first time in 43 years, the Dominick House on Cape Romain's Bulls Island is once again receiving overnight guests. Hosted by Coastal Expeditions, refuge concession, the three day/two night weekend ecology trip has a focus on barrier island dynamics, the connections of human and natural history, and invasive species. A myriad of island wildlife and plants will be studied as guests explore the salt marsh, maritime forest and beach. Expeditions will be offered on the third weekend of October through March, with the first trip scheduled for October 19th - 21st.

In 1936, Mr. Gayer Dominick of New York conveyed Bulls Island to the Cape Romain NWR. Historically, from 1940 - 1969, the refuge awarded contracts to concessionaires who offered Bulls Island visitors lodging and meals at the Dominick House. During those 29 years, five concessionaires lived on the island with their families, providing quality services for those who came to the island to birdwatch, fish, photograph wildlife, beachcomb and archery hunt. Guests came from across the United States, Canada, and other countries including Finland, England, Germany, France, Sweden and South Africa. For more information and to register for an expedition, contact Coastal Expeditions at 843.884.7684 or visit Coastal Expeditions.