Seabrook Island Beach and Trail Rides

07/05/2022

06/20/2022

Cantering over mama loggerhead turtle tracks on our way to see the dolphins. Just a typical Monday on our extraordinary island. 🐴🐬🏝🐢🐴

06/08/2022

It’s summer at Seabrook and our horses are munching on watermelons between rides. Belle, one of our two Marsh Tackies, is completely consumed with consuming! Pic 🍉🐴🍉

06/01/2022

Welcome Summer 2022! As we looked thru our reservations there are so many familiar names. On our rides this year you will also see familiar staff and horses, and some new faces too. Please travel safe and we will see back at Seabrook this summer! 🐴☀️🐴

05/30/2022

Home of the free, because of the brave. Today, please take a moment to remember and reflect on those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country and our freedom. May God bless America from sea to shining sea. 🇺🇸🐴🇺🇸

05/21/2022

With Summer 2022 quickly approaching we are looking forward to seeing both familiar and new faces on our rides. Our residents and visitors will notice some new horses out on the trails and beaches this year. Over the next few weeks we will introduce you to our newest Seabrook Herd members starting with Sam, pictured here with his BLM brand. Sam is an 18 year old bay and was originally a wild BLM (Bureau of Land Management) mustang. Sam was part of the Mustang Makeover challenge, spending many years exploring the trails and National Parks of the Northwest before arriving at Seabrook. He is a confidant natural on the both the beach and trail, but the oceans surf is clearly his favorite. 🌊🐴🌊

04/21/2022

Today the Seabrook barn family said goodbye to our beloved herd horse Fred. Fred was a registered paint, a trained gun horse, and he lived over half his life on Seabrook Island. He was THE HORSE that everyone wanted to ride on the beach. He absolutely loved the water and flew like lightening beside it.
After Hurricane Matthew I was asked to trailer a horse to the beach to inspect the damage on the trail and assess the erosion. Of course I chose Fred. He never flinched as we maneuvered around downed trees, debris, and swam through murky standing water to the beach. When we arrived the entire Seabrook Beach was ours. We were both a bit uneasy, but as we explored the footing by the water we got more comfortable, eventually cantering the entire length of a completely deserted front beach. For one afternoon I lived the fantasy of every child who has read or watched The Black Stallion. This was the Fred that everyone knew, fearless and fast.
But there are two more stories I want to share about this incredible horse, a lesser known side of Fred. Fred was also intuitive, patient, and kind. He was always mindful of not only his rider, but all the riders on a ride. This quality made him the perfect guide horse on our more changing rides.
A few years ago we were asked to help with a Make a Wish request for a young girl who always dreamed to ride a horse on the beach. Fred was the guide horse on that late afternoon ride. He carefully walked up and down beach next to our young guest and her horse as we got deeper into waves. He patiently waited riderless for medical water breaks, pictures, and necessary adjustments to keep our guest comfortable. Despite the heat, bugs, and late hours he never once lost his focus. He knew this was an important afternoon, you could see it in his eyes, and he rose to the challenge.
In a similar manner Fred helped us last year when a guest with impaired vision asked to join his family on a trail ride. This presented the challenge of how to safely maneuver a guest through the island using the guides voice as the primary instruction to both the rider and the horse. Fred executed the ride completely without a hitch. His rider was all grins and at complete ease. Fred carefully took each step, staying in the middle of the trail and holding his head steady. I was in complete awe of what I was witnessing. Again Fred knew his job, making the what seemed impossible very possible. Fred took great pride in job and it showed.
Fred taught me that horses are individuals, very complex, and have a deep understanding of the world around them. He taught me not to “typecast”, rather to trust them to do more than just what they are “known for”. This powerful alfa beach horse was also one of the kindest, gentlest horses I have ever known. We were blessed to have him in our herd and I am a better guide and horse woman for having ridden him. Gods speed Fred, give our love to Danny, Lacey, and all the Seabrook herd horses we know were waiting for you today. 🖤

04/09/2022

Weekend vibes, yeah we got ‘em! There is no better way to start your weekend than with a ride down our pristine North Beach. Happy Saturday! 🐎🌴🐎

04/06/2022

Deserted glassy beaches make rain rides very unique. Perfect shadowy reflections add an extra element of beauty. Don’t let the weather hold you back, you never know what you might miss. 🐴☔️🐴

03/25/2022

Rainy day visits to the barn are a Seabrook family tradition. Hunter loves to come see the horses when visiting his grandmother on the island. We look forward to many pony and trail rides in this young Seabrooker’s future. 🐴☔️🐴

03/20/2022

Exploring the estuary waters that National Geographic call “Nature’s perfect buffet” is a highlight of spring equinox rides. The clear visibility from both the skies above and in the waters below gives the local wildlife a wide variety choices when feeding. Seabrook Island beach rides are an educational adventure not to be missed! 🌊🐴🌊

03/18/2022

Today we took a group of Seabrook Bay Point ladies out to explore the shallows off North Beach. The Spring Equinox and full moon make for perfect conditions to head out into the crystal waters at Captain Sam’s. We had a great time laughing and learning with these Seabrookers! 🌊🐴🌊

03/11/2022

Here on Seabrook we don’t let a little rain ruin our day. We are all smiles on our beach ride as we outrun the drops. Although we can’t control the weather, our team works hard to make sure we honor all reservations if possible. Don’t let a little spring shower dampen your day, we certainly won’t! 🐎☔️🐎

01/30/2022

Winter rides at Seabrook are spectacular. We share the beaches with our migrating Red Knots and other shorebirds. The low tides take us out into the crystal clear waters to explore the sand bars. Dolphins are playful and our Birds of Prey our also very active. For our Seabrook Island Club members we are offering $105 walking beach rides, our rides max out with six guests/ two guides. This week we are looking at highs in the 60’s and 70’s! All reservations must be made over the phone (843)768-7541. 🐴🌴🐴

01/18/2022

A peaceful winters night with our barn draped in moonlight. Thank you for this beautiful image, we will treasure it. 🐴💛🐴

01/16/2022

All of these snow pictures and we wanted to get in on the fun. Yes this is a real picture of our barn at Seabrook four years ago. If your travel plans have been delayed and you are going to be in Charleston a few extra days come on out and ride with us. Please call our office and get on our list. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday look to be gorgeous for both beach and trail rides. Call our office to make a reservation, (843)768-7541. 🐴☃️🐴

01/14/2022

Are you in need of some morning motivation? Watching our herd horses come in every morning always gets us energized and ready for the day. So from our herd to yours, get out there and have a great day! Call our office for all reservations (843)768-7541 🐎🐴🐎

01/12/2022

Winter rides at Seabrook are not to be missed. Riding far out on our protected North Beach and exploring the tidal sandbars at low tide is unique to this season. We often observe our migrating shorebirds including the Red Knots. On these rides we highlight the seasonal winter and spring protected species and discuss the work of our volunteer groups to protect them. Foggy rides are particularly special, adding an extra element to an already amazing experience. Please call (843)768-7541 for dates and times. All reservations must be made over the phone. 🌊🐴🌊

01/01/2022

Leo and the entire team at Seabrook Island Equestrian Center want to wish you a very Happy New Year! We also want to thank you for your continued support. Especially over these past 18 months as we have navigated operating in this challenging environment. Your kind words, patience, and encouragement have meant so much to our team. We look forward to 2022 and hope to see everyone back at Seabrook Island, creating new memories with family and friends! 🐴🎉🐴

12/14/2021

Nothing like a fist bump with your bestie to celebrate a canter down the beach. Living each day to the fullest and appreciating the beauty of the world around us is just our normal operating procedure. 👊🏻🐴👊🏻

12/03/2021

As the winter solstice approaches our nights get longer and our beaches get bigger. Exploring the shallow waters and sandbars at low tide is a special treat for our December riders. Thank you Kelly for this picture. 🐴🌙🐴

11/23/2021

Now that’s a photo bomb! School may be out for the Thanksgiving break, but our riders are always learning. On our rides we highlight the wildlife and bio-diversity of the lowcountry. 🐬🐴🐬

11/21/2021

When dinner is the show! The Kiawah River is loaded with extra fish and bait this fall attracting the local wildlife for some premier dining. As we say “the buffet is open”. Thank you for the picture .marine.mammals 🐬🐴🐬

11/14/2021

So incredibly excited to share the trailer for this documentary featuring some local marine mammal celebrities, wait for the dolphin at the end of the trailer. Lauren Rust, head of the Lowcountry Marine Mammal Network, worked on this project and we are so grateful for her efforts to protect the dolphins and other wildlife here in the lowcountry. America truly is beautiful. 🐬♥️🐬

11/03/2021

The view from out here is amazing! As we get closer to the winter solstice, secret submerged sandbars are exposed and we can explore the shallows further off the beach. The waters off Seabrook are crystal clear on calm days, perfectly mirroring the blue skies and beams of sunlight. 🌊☀️🌊

09/18/2021

It has been said that there is nothing better for the inside of the man than the outside of a horse. We strongly agree. 🌊🐎🌊

09/10/2021

A post storm sunrise over Captain Sam’s greeted us as we opened the barn this morning. Early mornings, while the rest of the island sleeps, can often be the most magical part of the day. It really doesn’t get much better. 🐴☀️🐴

09/03/2021

“One can get in a car and see what man has made. One must get on a horse to see what God has made.” – Anonymous
Happy Labor Day and thank you for a wonderful summer! 🐴🦋🦌🐬🐴

08/19/2021

Today we said goodbye to our favorite pony with s***k and attitude, Domino. Arriving at Seabrook over a decade ago as a children’s hunter jumper, he quickly won the hearts of the Seabrook staff and community as he transitioned to the herd. Domino loved the beach rides in particular, strutting in the surf as he made his way down front beach. This chunky black and white pony had a huge heart and a larger than life personality. Rest easy sweet Domi. 🖤

07/31/2021

One of the best parts of our job is watching our Seabrook kids grow-up. On the left is mom and her daughter is on the right, clearly now the taller of the two. I can remember when finding a saddle for her was a real challenge, now she can ride our most advanced horses. Although we may go months without seeing them, when we do, we pickup right where we left off. Often members and guests come for a ride and leave with a friendship. Once a Seabrooker, always a Seabrooker! Thanks Sandy and Madelyn for all the memories, see you next time. 🐴💙🐴

07/27/2021

True story. Just when you think it can’t get any better, and then it does. 🐴🌈🐴

07/20/2021

Today one of our riders, and the grandmother to these three first time trail riders, commented that our trails are like a science field trip. Our guides cater each ride to our guests and incorporate information that is relevant to the season and wildlife on the island. 🐢🐴🐬🐴🐊

07/10/2021

It’s the weekend and we are coming! Did you know that the Seabrook Herd horses make a run every morning from their pastures to the day barn? The sound of hoof beats as the day breaks helps to get barn moving and the staff excited for the day ahead. We hope you have an exciting day and weekend planned too! 🐴☀️🐴

06/25/2021

Happy Friday! Time to let your hair down and enjoy. Thank you for this beautiful image of a little post ride relaxation and small talk. Piper we can’t wait to see you on your next beach ride. 🌊🐴🐴🌊

06/12/2021

How do you plan to celebrate the next big event in your life? This guest got a surprise beach ride on her 80th birthday. After months of planning, (we were in on it) her daughter, family, and friends all dressed in celebratory shirts to surprise this great grandmother with one of her “bucket list” items for her special day. The dolphins at Captain Sam’s even got in on the party with some amazing strand feeding right beside us. If you have a special event coming up, let us help make it unique and memorable. Visit our website for all the details, www.Seabrookisland.com/equestrian All reservations must be made over the phone, (843)768-7541. 🎉🐴🎉

05/28/2021

As we enjoy this holiday weekend with family and friends, please take time to reflect and remember those who paid the ultimate price for our freedom. This truly is the summer to explore, learn more about, and celebrate this great nation, from sea to shining sea. 🇺🇸♥️🇺🇸

05/26/2021

You really never know what you are going to see on our beach rides. Military photo bombs are always exciting! As Memorial Day approaches please remember to make your summer reservations early and they can only be made over the phone, (843)768-7541. ✈️🐴✈️

05/12/2021

Do you know what is about to happen here? Leo does. After circling above and watching a dolphin work to corral bait against the bank; an osprey soars in, grabbing a fish and capitalizing off of the dolphins hard work. Seemingly unphased, the dolphin continues to corral and feed. Captain Sam’s Inlet truly is nature’s buffet! 🐬🦅🐬

05/06/2021

They are here! The first loggerhead nest in the State of South Carolina for the 2021 was logged this morning right here on Seabrook Island. Thank you to our fabulous turtle patrol volunteers for all your hard work and dedication. 💚 It’s going to be a great summer! 🐢🌴🐢

04/23/2021

Hello weekend! We see you and we are coming for ya! It’s been another great week here on the island. If you are visiting the area and planning to join us for a ride please get those reservation in early. All reservations must be made over the phone, (843)768-7541. All our ride information is available on our website https://www.seabrookisland.com/club-life/equestrian/ 🐴🌴🐴 Thanks Nic for the video