Across
- 3. What nearby island became famous for its resort development in the 1900s?
- 5. What nearby river separates Bluffton from Hilton Head Island?
- 9. What historic church in Bluffton dates back to 1854?
- 12. What type of buildings were burned during the Civil War in Bluffton?
- 16. Bluffton is located in what county?
- 17. What tree produces the sweet-smelling flowers used to make syrup and candy?
- 22. What mammal might you see swimming in the May River?
- 23. What kind of trees draped in Spanish moss are common in Bluffton?
- 24. Which Native American tribe once lived around the Bluffton area?
- 25. Bluffton’s historic district is located near what scenic waterway?
- 26. What river helped Bluffton become an important trade town?
Down
- 1. What large bird often stands still hunting fish in the marsh?
- 2. What reptile is often seen sunning near Bluffton ponds?
- 4. Bluffton was once known as a place for Charleston planters to escape what?
- 6. What was Bluffton’s main crop in the 1800s?
- 7. The Lowcountry region is known for its flat land and what type of soil?
- 8. Bluffton is between what two major South Carolina cities?
- 10. What type of ecosystem surrounds much of Bluffton?
- 11. What was the famous meeting in 1844 where residents protested taxes called?
- 13. What shellfish is harvested in Bluffton’s tidal creeks?
- 14. What small crab is known for waving its large claw in the sand?
- 15. What fish is famous for “jumping” in the May River?
- 18. Ocean What large body of water is Bluffton close to?
- 19. What bird of prey can be seen diving into water for fish?
- 20. What sea turtle species nests on nearby beaches?
- 21. The word “Bluffton” comes from its location on a high what?