Saint Helena Island & Beaufort & Myrtle Beach 2019
Nick’s Retirement Celebration Trip
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Overview
We had a few mishaps on this trip. When we arrived, the Jeep’s battery was dead and the check engine light was on. We were afraid we would have to drive the motor home back into town for a battery, but Nick dug around and found jumper cables so he managed to jumpstart the Jeep and we were able to get setup. We continued to have issues and had to get a charger to keep the Jeep charged between trips. On the trip between Hunting Island and MB, we noticed the camper making a rubbing noise. At first we thought maybe it was due to all the rain. Upon return home and having everything checked out, we ended up getting a new battery for the Jeep and new brakes for the motor home. Final bummer was the loss of the diamond in my engagement ring. Just happened to notice it was missing as we sat around the campfire on our last night. No clue where or when it happened. 🤷🏻♀️
On the positive side, we had good company despite all the rain. The Hineses joined us for sightseeing, shopping, dining, games, laughs around the campfire.
Day 1 Itinerary
Places visited: Humting Island State Park
Humting Island State Park
First night in Hunting Island. Our campsite is just a short walk from the beach with a view of the lighthouse.
Day 2 Itinerary
Places visited: Port Royal Boardwalk and Observation Tower
Port Royal Boardwalk and Observation Tower
Another cloudy day but we fit in a visit to Port Royal
Day 3 Itinerary
Places visited: Beaufort - Santa Elena History Center - Humting Island State Park
Beaufort
Good friends Herold and Debbie caught up with us and we went for a fun and informative horse carriage tour of Beaufort.
Santa Elena History Center
The guys playing archeologists
Senor Nicola
Humting Island State Park
Pulled over to the side of the road just outside the park to enjoy this spectacular sunset. Meanwhile back at the site, we had some visitors.
Day 4 Itinerary
Places visited: Parris Island Museum - Fishcamp on 11th Street - Saint Helena Parish Chapel of Ease Ruins
Parris Island Museum
Visit to the Marine Corp Museum
Fishcamp on 11th Street
Saint Helena Parish Chapel of Ease Ruins
Another roadside stop
Day 6 Itinerary
Places visited: Huntington Beach State Park
Huntington Beach State Park
This is Huntington Beach State Park, just south of MB. We want to go back and camp there sometime soon. Good wildlife viewing and nice sites with concrete pads.
Day 7 Itinerary
Places visited: Omega Pancake House - Myrtle Beach State Park
Omega Pancake House
A Myrtle Beach breakfast of pancakes at Omega Restaurant
Myrtle Beach State Park
Wandering around and exploring the park.