Courses

(ECO218) CREATING A BIRD-FRIENDLY BACKYARD

This is an OLLI Digital Library recording and is available to view until May 31, 2026.

This course teaches how to attract and support wild birds and pollinators in the Lowcountry by creating a backyard habitat with shelter, food, water, and native plants.

Thursday, January 1, 2026, OLLI Digital Library

(ECO219) INCREDIBLE LOWCOUNTRY PLACES TO EXPERIENCE

This is an OLLI Digital Library recording and is available to view until May 31, 2026.

A local master naturalist offers information on local Lowcountry excursions and what you may encounter depending on the seasons.

Thursday, January 1, 2026, OLLI Digital Library

(ECO212, ECO213) MAY RIVER EXPEDITION

Join marine biologist Captain Amber Kuehn aboard the Spartina for a guided biology expedition on Bluffton's May River, exploring the wildlife and ecology of the Lowcountry salt marsh.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

(ECO214) NEMOURS WILDLIFE FOUNDATION: LOWCOUNTRY CONSERVATION AND ECOLOGY

This course offers a guided tour and presentation at the Nemours Wildlife Foundation, exploring the ecology, history, and conservation of the ACE Basin's wetlands and habitats.

Wednesday, April 8, 2026, Nemours Wildlife Foundation

(ECO220) OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL: REFLECTIONS OF COASTAL WATERS

This is an OLLI Digital Library recording and is available to view until May 31, 2026.

This course explores the natural history, flavor diversity, and industry of oysters, offering insights into oyster varietals, coastal ecosystems, nutrition, and shellfish safety.

Thursday, January 1, 2026, OLLI Digital Library

(SPO201) EBENEZER CREEK PADDLE

Paddle the scenic, beginner-friendly waters of Ebenezer Creek, where ancient cypress trees and Civil War history come together for an unforgettable kayaking experience.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

(ECO200) SNAKES OF THE LOWCOUNTRY

Explore the fascinating world of snakes, their diversity, ecological importance, and the reasons behind our fear of them.

Monday, April 27, 2026, Bluffton campus

(ECO201) SAVING THE SHOREBIRDS OF COASTAL CAROLINA

Learn to identify South Carolina's shorebirds and discover how you can help protect these declining species. Explore their habitats, survival needs, and why Hunting Island is a globally important birding site.

Monday, April 6, 2026, Beaufort campus
Monday, April 6, 2026, Beaufort campus

(ECO211) EXPLORING THE PORT ROYAL SOUND

Discover the unique Port Royal Sound and its wildlife with Science Program Manager Chris Kehrer at the Maritime Center.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

(ECO215A, ECO215B) NATURE WALK - PORT ROYAL CYPRESS WETLANDS

Join master naturalist Jill Moore for a guided 1/2 mile walk through the "cypress swamp" (wetlands) to explore shorebirds, reptiles, plants, and a diverse ecosystem right at your footsteps.

Monday, April 20, 2026, Port Royal Cypress Wetlands
Monday, April 20, 2026, Port Royal Cypress Wetlands

(ECO216) LANDSCAPING FOR A HEALTHY BACKYARD ECOSYSTEM

Do you like nature, but realize you are not truly a part of it? Learn why we need to improve our backyard ecosystems, and the components needed.

Wednesday, April 22, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus

(ECO217) INTRODUCTION TO LOWCOUNTRY BIRDS: IDENTIFICATION, BEHAVIOR, AND HABITAT

Learn to identify Lowcountry birds through vivid photography and real-world examples. Perfect for beginners and nature lovers alike.

Friday, April 24, 2026, Bluffton campus