Amber Kuehn joins Chip Collins on Porchcast to discuss the living ecology of the May River, Hilton Head’s beaches, and the marsh… from why the water looks green to how dolphins, manatees, and sea turtles use these waterways through the seasons. In the Porchcast, you’ll learn:
- What really makes Lowcountry water look “emerald green” (and why it changes seasonally)
- How dolphins read the water—and your boat—more than you think
- Where alligators actually live (and why “lagoons vs ponds” matters)
- The rhythms of sea turtle nesting on Hilton Head (and how beach lighting plays a role)
- How beach renourishment cycles work, and what that means for wildlife
- Amber’s journey from May River kid to captain, biologist, and nonprofit leader
If you love the Lowcountry, or you’ve just moved here, this conversation will change how you see every tide, dock, and dune.