You may have noticed that we constantly rave about how fallis our favorite time of year around here and we're going to give you yetanother reason why: OYSTERS!
October 1st marks the official return of oysterseason in the Lowcountry and there is no shortage of options on offer to samplethis local delight. Our coastline has even been referred to as the 'Napa Valleyof oysters' due to the ideal habitat of the region; the result of an abundanceof flat, tidal areas, bountiful oyster reefs, and ideal temperatures for alengthy spawning season.
For the adventurous, DIY types, you can get your South Carolina Saltwater Fishing License and head out into the surrounding recreational shellfish grounds during a low tide. Don't forget a good pair of boots for the pluff mud, as well as gloves, a hammer, and a bucket. Just be sure you're up to scratch on local DNR regulations and shell recycling locations! Keen to cook your own oysters, but forgo the harvesting part? Pick up a bushel or two to prepare at home from locally-owned Crosby's Seafood Co. conveniently situated at the entrance onto Folly Beach.
