Life on the water: Squadron uncovers Beaufort's boating history

The relationship between Beaufort and boating goes way back. Thanks to a local group's research, we know just how far back it goes.

The history of boating in Beaufort has been documented as far back as 1733 by a committee of the Beaufort Sail & Power Squadron, which has found there was little history on such an important subject for the area that is part of the Intracoastal Waterway.

With perseverance, assistance from local boating families and lots of research, the committee has created a 20-minute presentation titled "Boating History: The Heart and Soul of Beaufort." It will be presented as part of a forum in partnership with the Beaufort Three-Century Project, a citywide initiative recognizing the 300th anniversary of the city's charter. The forum will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 10 at Technical College of the Lowcountry's Beaufort Campus.

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