Society for Pediatric Urology Surgeons
We welcome you to the low country,
Daufuskie Island, SC
WELCOME
Dear Friends,
We are so excited to welcome you to the SPUS meeting 2022 on “our” island. No hustle, no bustle. Not even a single bridge. What will you possibly do all day?
It’s not about the championship golf, the luxury homes or even the extraordinary amenities. It's all about the things that are missing. Although, the ones that call Haig Point home would argue there is not a single thing missing... at all. Daufuskie comes from the Muscogee language and means "sharp feather" for the island's distinctive shape. Long before European colonists arrived to the New World, native peoples called Daufuskie Island home as evidenced by artifacts dating back some 9,000 years. Not to mention ancient piles of oyster shells which stand as testament that people have been enjoying the abundance the island has to offer since before time was even really counted.
We are also honored to share with you that the meals and social activities for the 2022 SPUS meeting will be generously paid for by a donation from the family of a patient of Larry Baskin’s and John’s. We ask only that you cover your travel and accommodations. We remain grateful for the opportunity to care for children with urological conditions every day and so appreciate their generosity to our members.
We hope this website will provide you with the information you need to make your travel arrangements and accommodations. The island has 20 homes reserved for your stay. You may want to group up with friends because the homes have many rooms. If you have any questions about travel or lodging, we are more than happy to assist.
Sincerely,
Susan, Grace, and John
Susan’s cell: 443-310-6930 email: sdemees1@jhmi.edu
John’s cell: 443-255-2716 email: jgearha2@jhmi.edu
Thank you!
October 27 to 30, 2022
Daufuskie Island, SC
USA
LOCATION
Daufuskie Island, SC
Daufuskie Island, located between Hilton Head Island and Savannah, is the southernmost inhabited sea island in South Carolina. It is 5 miles (8 km) long by almost 2.5 miles (4.0 km) wide. With over 3 miles (5 km) of beachfront, Daufuskie is surrounded by the waters of Calibogue Sound, the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean.
Accessible only by ferry or barge, Daufuskie Island encompasses a rich cultural experience, with environmental preserves, private communities, and diverse art galleries.
The island is now split into five parts. To the northeast is the Haig Point Club, the site of our meeting. Haig Point is a private, member-owned residential club with around 150 year-round residents and over 225 homes.
October Temperature:
Avg. 75°F / 65°F (24°C / 18°C)
We are grateful to our Daufuskie neighbor,
Holger Opderbeck for his beautiful images of our island!
TRAVEL TO DAUFUSKIE
Travel to the island is via a ferry from Hilton Head Island, SC.
There are no cars on the island; all cross island traffic is done by golf carts or resort shuttles.
To make your way to Daufuskie, you will travel through one of three airports:
ATLANTA INTERNATIONAL GATEWAY
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30 minute flight to Savannah, GA
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30 minute ride to the Hilton Head Island- Haig Point Embarkation Center
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30 minute ferry ride to the island.
NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL GATEWAY
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2 hour direct flight to Savannah
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30 minute ride to the Hilton Head Island- Haig Point Embarkation Center
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30 minute ferry ride to the island.
WASHINGTON DC INTERNATIONAL GATEWAY
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2 hour direct flight to Savannah, GA
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30 minute ride to the Hilton Head Island- Haig Point Embarkation Center
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30 minute ferry ride to the island.
BY LAND
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Contact Diamond Transportation online or by calling 843-247-2156, option 1
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See the ferry schedule here.
WHERE TO STAY
Haig Point
10 Haig Point Circle
Hilton Head, SC 29228
email: reservations@haigpoint.com
The resort has more than 20 private homes available for rental during the conference. Nightly rates and accommodations will vary based on the property, and guests may choose to share a rental home.
You may see the available properties here, confirm availability and request a reservation.
As a courtesy, Haig Point is sharing with us the names from our conference who are renting each property, either in part or the entire house, so we can see where all our guests will be. Our hope is that this might help to guide you in pairing up to share housing accommodations.
SCHEDULE
While we are still refining the conference program and schedule, the planned events will include:
LOW COUNTRY BOIL
SATUDAY FORMAL DINNER
ATTRACTIONS
Savannah River Tour
Historical Tour of Daufuskie
Friday night will feature a traditional boil with traditional low-country cuisine.
Join us Saturday night for a formal dinner and mystery entertainment at the Haig Point Clubhouse.
LOCAL FEATURES
Daufuskie Island also offers golf, horseback riding on the beach, kayaking and paddle-boarding, historical tours of the island, and artisan wares such as pottery, woodworking and indigo dyeing.
Daufuskie is also home to the historic First Union African Baptist Church, built in 1884: one of the most simple and beautiful churches you will ever see!
NEWS
For more information, and to see frequently asked questions, please click the titles below to read and print our newsletters.
A GALLERY OF OUR FAVORITES
Thank you for joining us!
