Author: SIPOA

Spring Dog Pool Party 2026

On By SIPOAIn Lake House

Due to weather, the Spring Dog Pool Party will be on Wednesday, 4/1!
A SPRING SPLASH FOR OUR FOUR-LEGGED FRIENDS!

With Spring just around the corner, it’s your dog’s turn to enjoy an afternoon at the Lake House Outdoor Pool. A signed waiver will be required at the time of entry.

We ask that all attendees bring a small monetary donation to benefit the Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary.

NEW DATE: Wednesday, 4/1
Time: 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Where: Lake House Outdoor Pool

Event Rules Acknowledgement:

  • Outside food and drink (dog and human) is not allowed in the pool.
  • Swimming is for dogs only. Humans should not enter the pool past knee depth.
  • All dogs must be current on the following vaccinations: rabies, distemper, parvo and Bordetella.
  • Dog owners are responsible and liable for the behavior of their animal(s), and dogs must remain under owner control at all times.
  • Prior to entering the pool area, please walk your dog to allow him/her relieve themselves and be sure to pick up any waste. 
  • All dogs must be on the leash outside of the pool gates. Please remember that Palmetto Lake (behind the Lake House) is home to alligators.
  • Your dog may be released from their leash upon entering pool gates.
  • Be aware of where your dog is at all times.
  • All dogs should be socialized with other dogs and humans. Aggressive behavior is not permitted and will result in expulsion from the event.
  • Be sure your dog has been exposed to swimming prior to the event.
  • Female dogs in season are not allowed.
  • Outside food and drink (dog and human) is not allowed in the pool.

Please note, the Outdoor Pool and Pool Area will close at 2:00pm on Wednesday, 4/1 for this event, and remain closed for Thursday, 4/2.

2026 SIPOA Annual Assessment

On By SIPOAIn Finance, SIPOA

2026 SIPOA Annual Assessment invoices went out on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Assessments are due by Tuesday, March 31, 2026. There are several payment options:

Option 1 – Pay by Check:

  • Please make your check payable to Seabrook Island POA and include your account number in the memo area on your check. Include the payment coupon with your check to expedite processing.
  • Mail your check and payment coupon to our bank’s lockbox facility:

Option 2 – Pay Online via Credit Card, Debit Card, or e-Check:

  1. Click the “Pay Now” button to begin.
  2. Click on the “Payment Method” column to add and save your payment method.
  3. Click the “One Time Payout” column, and select your payment method from the drop-down menu.
  4. Enter the amount due on your invoice.
  5. The fee will be automatically calculated. To view the fees, click on the underlined “Payment Fee” link.
  6. Check the box to confirm your payment details.
  7. Click “Submit Payment” to process your payment immediately. Note that one-time payments cannot be scheduled for a future date.

Understanding the Pay Now Page:

  • Balance: This shows your total account balance, including any future charges.
  • Pending Payments: Lists payments made through eUnifyPay that are still processing with your bank.
  • Balance Due: Displays the amount you need to pay today.
  • Payment History: Shows payments made through eUnifyPay. Payments made by check or through Property Pay will NOT appear here. For a complete transaction history, check the Owner Ledger in Account Info.

Please email finance@sipoa.org or call our office at (843) 768-0061 if you have any questions or need assistance accessing your portal.

Terms & Conditions:

  • As provided for by the SIPOA Covenants Section 3, the owner(s) /title holder(s) of each lot in the Seabrook Island Development is/are responsible for paying an annual assessment to cover the costs of maintaining common elements and to pay for common expenses.
  • These assessments/dues are assessed each year and have a standard payment term of 30 days.
  • Invoices are mailed out no later than February 28th of each year. To avoid late fees and penalties, assessment payments must be received no later than March 31st, 2026.
  • According to SIPOA Bylaws Section 3.2.3(5), a late fee of 7.5% (on the portion of the current year assessment unpaid after 30-days) will be added to all past due accounts.
  • SIPOA Bylaws Section 3.2.3(5) further provide for additional, continuing late fees of 1.5% per month.
  • SIPOA’s Collection Policy & Bylaws 3.2.3(5) provide the right to file lien and/or lis pendens in an effort to recover delinquent amounts owed
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Vote Seabrook Island for Best Restored Beach

On By SIPOAIn Beach, SIPOA

The American Shore & Beach Preservation Association (ASBPA) is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. To celebrate, they are having a vote to determine the best restored beach among all of the beaches who have received the award. Seabrook Island was awarded the best restored beach in 2016.

For decades, ASBPA has celebrated our nation’s restored beaches to build awareness of their value. The annual Best Restored Beach award honors coastal communities that are both relatively new to the process and those with a long history of successful renourishment projects. In 2023, Coney Island, New York celebrated 100 years of beach nourishment! In many cases, the restoration process is so well established that beachgoers don’t realize they are enjoying a restored beach. In our 100th year, we are hosting a fun competition and invite you to vote for your favorite ASBPA Best Restored Beach. The “Best of the Best” restored beaches will be recognized at our National Coastal Conference in Atlantic City, New Jersey, from October 5-8, 2026.

Old Forest Pipe Replacement Update

On By SIPOAIn Engineering, GOMC

Work to replace a pipe culvert between two ponds on Old Forest Drive continues. The picture below shows the new box culvert that is being installed. The road surface has been removed along with the old pipe. The new box culvert is 4’x2’ and made of concrete, and can be seen in the photo. You can also see the two large blue “aqua dams” that serve as a cofferdam structure to keep water out of the excavation area. 

The road will remain closed for another 3-5 weeks until the work is complete and the road is repaved. 

Thank you for your patience as we work to keep our stormwater system in great condition.

Discover the Benefits of Movement & Meditation: Somatic Movement

On By SIPOAIn Fitness, Lake House, Wellness

Coming Tuesday, March 24!

The heartbeat of movement & meditation is breath. Your breath is the tool used to transition from shape to shape. Your breath will signal to you your limits and potential. I will be guiding you every step of the way to listen. Breathing is natural and often not a thought. But, when you learn how to unlock the potential of your breath, you will witness great transformation through mind, body, and soul. I can’t wait to see you Tuesday, March 24th on the mat for our first offering!

The foundation of this class is built on the repetition of basic yoga postures. Just as you brush your teeth each day for optimal oral health, moving your body with intention should be a part of your daily routine.

Through simple, foundational poses, this class focuses on improving flexibility, balance, and strength – key components of overall well-being.

Somatic Movement
The healing practices you will experience in Movement & Meditation include yoga postures, breathwork, meditation, somatic movement, and energy medicine.

Somatic movement is practiced with awareness, focusing on the internal experience of movement rather than how it looks. The movements are slow, simple, and intentional, using familiar techniques such as gentle shaking, tapping, and self-massage.

These practices help activate the parasympathetic nervous system, allowing the body to relax, reduce stress, and support natural healing.

Movement and meditation are for anyone interested in personal health and longevity. The practice of yoga offers a variety of healing modalities designed to enhance the overall well-being of the mind, body, and soul.

The familiar healing modalities of yoga, with postures linked by breath, serve as the foundation of this class. Woven into the flow, you will experience a wide variety of breathing techniques, somatic movements, and elements of energy medicine.

The practice of Movement and Meditation supports both mental and physical health. Mentally, it helps reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, while boosting mood, cognitive function, and emotional resilience. Physically, it increases flexibility, builds muscle strength, enhances balance, and improves posture.

Shannon Harkey is excited to bring Movement and Meditation to the Lake House weekly schedule in March!

Looking forward to meeting you on the mat!

If you have any questions, or would like to learn more, please feel free to reach out to Shannon.

Lake House Group Exercise Classes

The Benefits of Maintaining Muscle Mass as we Age

On By SIPOAIn Fitness, Lake House, Wellness

Maintaining muscle mass as we age supports strength, balance, and independence, while making everyday tasks easier and reducing fall risk. Muscle helps regulate blood sugar, improve insulin sensitivity, and lowering the risk of Type 2 Diabetes. It boosts metabolism, aiding healthy weight management and fat control.

Strong muscles protect joints, decrease pain, and support bone density, reducing fracture risk. Muscle also enhances energy, posture, and mobility, contributing to better cardiovascular health. Preserving muscle is linked to longevity, resilience during illness, faster recovery, and a higher overall quality of life for everyone.

For more information on Maintaining Muscle Mass or to schedule a personal training appointment with Nancy Steen, please email nsteen@sipoa.org.

2025 Volunteer Survey Results

On By SIPOAIn Long Range Planning, SIPOA, Volunteer

A note from SIPOA President, John Lassiter, regarding the 2025 Volunteer Survey Results:

As promised in the December volunteer appreciation event, attached is the final report from the SIPOA volunteer survey that we conducted last fall and that most of you participated in. Thanks once again for your participation, your candid feedback, and most importantly, your yearlong service to the SIPOA community – we couldn’t have accomplished what we did in 2025 without your efforts. We are happy to report that Rebecca and the Board are already implementing several significant changes to enhance the volunteer experience in 2026 and beyond. Hopefully, those of you who return as volunteers in 2026 will recognize the improvements and take satisfaction that your input was the big driver!!

On behalf of the entire Board of Directors and the SIPOA Staff – we truly appreciate you!

Click here or the image below to view the 2025 Volunteer Survey Results.

Yoga for Bone Health

On By SIPOAIn Fitness, Lake House, Wellness

This semi private series is designed for those who desire to enhance their yoga practice to build bone, strengthen muscle, improve balance and posture. This class will include poses known to build bone as taught in Dr. Loren Fishman’s method of “Yoga for Osteoporosis,” and will include a variety of additional challenging poses. Proper alignment and body mechanics to protect our spine and promote good posture will be presented. Come deepen your knowledge of how to support and protect your spine as you take on everyday life and grow stronger and maximize your independence.

This series is taught by Ava Koren (RYT-300), certified in teaching Yoga vs. Osteoporosis and BoneFit Training given by the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation.

Email akoren@sipoa.org to register.

WhenMarch 2 – March 30
TimeMondays at 11:00am
Cost$60 for the series
Lake House Semi Private Series

Free Shred Days 2026

On By SIPOAIn Town of Seabrook Island

The Town of Seabrook Island will host two free shredding events in 2026:

  • Wednesday, April 8 from 10:00am – 1:00pm
  • Wednesday, October 7 from 10:00am – 1:00pm

Both events will be held rain or shine and will take place in the parking lot adjacent to Seabrook Island Town Hall (2001 Seabrook Island Road).

Attendees will be limited to three boxes (copy paper box or smaller) or three bags (kitchen trash bag or smaller) per vehicle. There is no need to remove binders, binder clips, paper clips, staples, rubber bands, CDs/DVDs prior to shredding.

Shredding services will be provided by Shred360.

For more information, please call Town Hall at (843) 768-9121 or email agrooms@townofseabrookisland.org.

Submitted by the Town of Seabrook Island

Classic Mat Pilates at Oyster Catcher

On By SIPOAIn Fitness, Oyster Catcher Community Center, Wellness

Originally called Contrology, Classical Pilates is a mindful system of exercises designed to strengthen and stretch the body by focusing on your “powerhouse”—the core muscles that support and initiate movement. Through intentional, controlled exercises, Pilates helps improve flexibility, balance, posture, and overall strength while addressing compensatory weaknesses that can contribute to chronic injuries.

This progressive mat-based class will begin with the foundational exercises of the Classical Pilates system, making it perfect for beginners and welcoming to all men and women, with plenty of opportunity to grow and advance over time.

No prior experience is needed—just come ready to move and learn.

Please bring your own mat. Mats will not be available at Oyster Catcher.

WhenMarch 30 – April 22
TimeMon & Wed at 8:30am
Cost$160 for the series

To register, please email Nancy Trapp at nancyctrapp@icloud.com.

Lake House Semi-Private Series