National Earth Day is on April 22, 2023 and is a celebration around the globe to promote ways of sustainable living and environmental awareness for the betterment of our planet. This day is all about empowering individuals to make more environmentally-conscious decisions in their everyday lives. Read below about the Palmetto Dunes General Store products that encourage environmentally friendly choices for your next Hilton Head Island Vacation.
Wear Beautiful Handmade Jewelry with a Positive Impact
Hilton Head Island is very conscious about exercising safe practices to protect the sea turtles here. VivaLife has a “Go Green” Bracelet line that’s handmade using recycled plastic bottles and promotes preserving their ocean home.
“Pura Vida,” translates to “pure life” and Pura Vida Bracelets company is passionate about paying their message forward. Pura Vida as a whole has supported over 200+ charities, globally employees artisans, donated millions, planted thousands of trees and more. Read more about the Pura Vida impact here and how this simple purchase is empowering a brighter future for us all.
Reusable Bags for your Next Trip to the Grocery Store
These large reusable bags by Aqualux come in fun vacation prints for all. Keep one (or a few) in your car and make them your dedicated reusable grocery bag.
The Duck Company Shirts are made with Recycled Materials
Capture your Hilton Head trip with this Duck Company shirt that is fully made with recycled materials! Check out more graphics on our t-shirt wall inside the General Store.
Reduce your Plastic Footprint with a Reusable Cup or Water Bottle
Silipint is an eco-friendly company based out of Bend, Oregon that produces vibrant products naturally derived from sustainable martials.
Tumbler lids and straws are available to take on the go. Enjoy these fun-colored cups knowing that it keeps you healthy, hydrated and reduces your plastic footprint.
Water bottles are available throughout the Palmetto Dunes General Store. Swap out your cases of bottled water for a refillable water bottle to take with you to the tennis & pickleball courts, golf course, bike ride or beach day! These could also make for a great Hilton Head Island souvenir too.
Protect Your Skin and Our Ocean with Sun Bum Sunscreen
When you visit the beach at Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort on Hilton Head Island, we encourage you to stock up on Sun Bum sunscreen which protects your skin from the sun and the ocean water as well. Research has shown that certain chemicals in sunscreen, such as Oxybenzone free and Octinoxate, are poisoning coral reefs. Sun Bum’s sunscreen is Oxybenzone free and Octinoxate free. Keep your skin safe this year and wear Sun Bum!
Thank you for caring for our planet and doing your part by supporting these environmentally conscious products. Please visit the Palmetto Dunes General Store for more information and current hours of operation.