Serenity Sea Stroll & Learn

Yet another fun, new beach activity sponsored by the nice folks at the IOP Recreation Department.... and it's right nearby our Isle of Palms vacation rentals!

It’s a social walk along the ocean, as ocean life experts share educational tid-bits.

Here’s how new Recreation Director Karrie Ferrell describes it: “Salt air, soothing waves, sunshine, and friends!  What a wonderful way to get moving in the morning and prepare for the day. The Recreation Department is so excited to offer this no cost program for all. As we stroll along our beautiful Isle of Palms beach, the instructor will provide" information about the sea life we encounter on the journey.

The Serenity Sea Stroll & Learn is happening the second Thursday morning of the month at 7:30 a.m., right on the beach overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.  They started out just offering it for a couple months, but due to popular demand, they've expanded it from May through November. 

Dates & details for 2025 haven't been announced yet, so stay tuned.   Here was the schedule for 2024:

• 7:30 a.m. the second Thursday of the month from May through November (May 9th, June 13th, July 11th, August 8th, September 12th, October 10th, and November 14th in 2024);
• Meet at the beach at the 25th Avenue beach access;
• Strolls are open to both residents and visitors alike and for all fitness levels;
• It lasts for approximately one hour.
• Move at your own pace;
• Rain dates are one day later;
• It’s absolutely free!
• Here's what's coming up...

• July 11th
  Sea Turtles with Island Turtle Team's Mary Pringle 

  August 8th
  South Carolina Reptiles with Coastal Expeditions' Abbi Cochran 

  September 12th
  Under the Sea with Coastal Expeditions' Abbi Cochran 

  October 10th
  Barrier Islands with Coastal Expeditions' Abbi Cochran 

  November 14th
  Life in the Sand with Coastal Expeditions' Abbi Cochran 

This program folllows on the heels of  -  and is similar in format to  -  the Serenity Sea Stroll & Stretch, which took place each Thursday in May.   Those were led by a City of IOP Rec Dept. Instructor/Trainer.  They lasted for one hour  -  a 45 minute walk, followed by a 15 minute “Oh Happy Day” stretch to jumpstart your journey toward total body wellness.