GET OUT: Surfers to test the waters at Icebox Open

While this winter in Charleston, so far, has not been ice cold, a potentially new surfing tradition may be born this month with the appropriately titled contest the Icebox Open. This will be a far cry from contests held in the summer and fall. Read More

GET OUT: Save the Light celebrates 10th run on Folly

Lighthouses are like sunsets and babies: Everybody loves 'em. And lucky us, Charleston has two lights, the young one (49 years old) on Sullivan's Island and the old one (135 years old) on Morris Island, or what's left of it. Read More

GET OUT: Running club keeps tradition alive for 3 decades

Much like tourism, running in Charleston takes a bit of a hiatus from mid-December until the end of January. Read More

QUICK COLUMN: Local oyster roasts benefit local causes

Winter's not my favorite season, but one outdoor activity in the Lowcountry that helps bridge the gap between our often long falls and early springs is the oyster roast. Read More

GET OUT: Charleston Marathon continues to grow and evolve

The early, formative years of the Cooper River Bridge Run faced obstacles and challenges, and the same holds true for this weekend's Charleston Marathon. Read More

Make resolutions stick; aim for goal event

By now, regulars at local gyms, yoga studios and swimming pools are feeling a bit cramped by the New Year's resolution temporaries. To stay patient, some regulars remind themselves: "Wait two weeks and it will be back to normal again." Read More

Farewell to a bittersweet 2011

This year has brought plenty of highs and lows for outdoor life in the Lowcountry, which received national attention when Outside magazine nominated Charleston for one of 10 spots in the "Best Towns Ever" contest. Read More

Join a club as winter and the new year arrive

On this first day of winter -- blah -- it's worth reflecting on how great we have it in Charleston when it comes to opportunities to be active in the beauty of the Lowcountry. Read More

Bird count cranks up

I'm a passive bird-watcher. I love birds enough to keep my eyes peeled for them every day, but not enough to wake up at 4 a.m. to be in the woods with binoculars readied. At least not yet. Read More

Get your jingle bells ready

Those who missed Saturday's 21st Reindeer Run or just want a second dose of 5K holiday fun, you're in luck. Read More

GETOUT: Alternatives to shop-'til-you-drop in the Lowcountry

Whether you were among the thousands who ran or walked today's 34th annual Knights of Columbus Turkey Day Run, it's not an excuse to waste this long weekend in front of the TV or in a mall. There's so much more to Thanksgiving than feasting, football and frenzied shopping. Read More

Go public in your jammies for cancer cause

Dressing up in costumes to participate in charity fun runs is becoming more common, but one of the most successful costume-themed races to emerge in Charleston in recent years is the Knology Pajama Run and Walk, a 5K staged from Riley Park. Read More

Yorktown, Airlift runs celebrate Veterans Day

In one of the biggest running weekends of the year in Charleston, two of five races to be held in the next two days have Veterans Day themes. On Saturday, Patriots Point is teaming with the Yorktown Association for the inaugural Run for the Yorktown Veterans Day 5K at 8 a.m. Read More

Yogis return to Marion Square for Louie's Kids

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Ooommms will be emanating from Marion Square early Saturday afternoon for the eighth annual Louie's Kids Yoga Marathon. Read More

Weekend events add water to mix

Many locals know that the Lowcountry autumn can be as nice as, perhaps even nicer than, spring. One less obvious sign is the growing number of sporty outdoors events flooding the calendar. Read More