FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Joe Rowland, Chief Marketing Officer
(843) 330-9777, press@paddlefishkayaking.com
Hunter and John securing kayaks after the tour.
Charleston, SC (May 2nd, 2009) — PaddleFish, Inc., one of Southeast’s fastest growing ecotour companies, announced the re-opening of Andell Bluff, the company’s flagship location located near Kiawah and Seabrook Islands in South Carolina. “You can truly feel the history in this place. It’s in the shadows of the oaks, the taste of the salt in the air and the scent of the fertile soil beneath your feet. A trip from here is one you’ll never forget,” said Hunter Graham, senior guide after returning from the first kayaking trip since re-opening.
The area has escaped the pressure of development from nearby Kiawah and Seabrook Islands by partnering with PaddleFish, who helps raise awareness of the properties historical significance and provides the family with a source of sustainable revenue. Andell Bluff is what remains of Andell Bluff Plantation, which once encompassed Seabrook Island and much of the eastern tip of Johns Island. The ancient live oaks on site have shared their shade with the abundant wildlife that inhabit the nearby salt marshes and undeveloped hammocks for hundreds of years. Native American’s once built a magnificent village upon it’s banks, the sights and sounds of America’s fight for freedom could once be heard from the plantation’s fields, and farmers once soaked up the smell of freshly cut cabbage as left the docks and sailed away towards Charleston’s produce markets.
“Andell Bluff has remained in the trust of the Andell family for more than 100 years, and we have always been honored to share their history, heritage, and unique story with our guests. This is truly a treasured place and we hope to help the family keep it that way well into the future.” said Joe Rowland, partner and Director of Propaganda.
Andell Bluff was PaddleFish’s second location, which was originally opened in May of 2004. The company was forced to close the location last year after concerns were raised regarding the lack of required facilities by local and state agencies. Partners worked diligently for more than a year to meet the local and state requirements without affecting the natural beauty of Andel Bluff. Those requirements were meet last week, and PaddleFish promptly re-opened just in time for the peak season.
The official grand re-opening celebration is scheduled for Saturday, May 16th, 2009. There will be plenty of libations, food and boat rides on the Pirate’s Lady. Participants will also be able to register to win some paddling gear.
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Since 2004 PaddleFish has focused on connecting families to nature through first-class sea kayaking tours, powerboat excursions, and multi-day expeditions from unique destinations throughout the southeastern United States. Today, the company offers trips from five locations in South Carolina, North Carolina and Georgia including Charleston, Folly Beach, Kiawah & Seabrook Islands, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in western North Carolina, and Savannah. PaddleFish caters to first time paddlers and families traveling with children of all ages and abilities with more than 30 unique tours, including multi-day expeditions. For more information on PaddleFish eco-friendly tours, call PaddleFish at (843) 330-9777, email the company at info@paddlefishkayaking.com or visit www.paddlefishkayaking.com.
