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HORSEBACK RIDING ON THE BEACH DAUFUSKIE ISLAND
  • October 15, 2018

Finally! It’s time to put sand in our stirrups again. Due to county ordinance, horses on the beach are only allowed between October 15 through March 15 each year due to sea turtle nesting and the general increase in beach going tourists on the island. Our beach riding adventures are tailored to our guests to ensure an experience that is worthy of every equestrian’s bucket list. To learn more about our beach ride offerings and to inquire about making a reservation, click here!

SC AGRITOURISM ASSOCIATION
  • June 3, 2018

In the beginning of 2018, Daufuskie Marsh Tacky Society joined as a member of the SC Agritourism Association. Agritourism is defined as the crossroads between agriculture and tourism. It includes any activity carried out on a working farm or ranch that allows the public, for recreational, entertainment, or educational purposes, to view or enjoy rural activities. While attending the annual summit, DMTS Founder/Director Erica was voted in to serve on the Association’s board of directors for the Lowcountry Region. Following a board meeting in Columbia, these adorable retail tiny houses were seen across from the meeting location and became a source of inspiration for our office. AKA the She-Shed, it’s where guests check in, get information and purchase items from us. It’s also designed to be a classroom and entertaining space.

MORRIS CENTER FOR LOWCOUNTRY HERITAGE LECTURE
  • February 17, 2018

This was our second year in a row to be invited by the Morris Center for Lowcountry Heritage in Ridgeland, SC to present a Marsh Tacky lecture to the public. Erica, founding director of the Daufuskie Marsh Tacky Society provided the power point presentation and lecture. Daniel Lowther is the grandson to Mr. DP Lowther of Ridgeland, SC and the single largest owner of the Marsh Tacky breed in the world with over 100 horses at the height of his involvement. Daniel brought a beautiful blue roan stallion for the public to view and he seemed to enjoy the attention very much. We are proud to have had a part in this lecture, held in the Marsh Tacky “capital” along side the family who is credited to so much of the breed’s conservation. The lecture was completely sold out in advance.

The culture, history and heritage that the Marsh Tacky represents belongs to all of us and it should be celebrated by everyone!

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