Those looking to harvest fresh shellfish can, however, check out SCDES-approved areas in nearby Murrells Inlet, near Huntington Beach State Park, or further south in Georgetown County, near Winyah ...

Paralytic shellfish poisoning biotoxin was detected in molluscan shellfish at Birch Bay, according to the state health department.

Though modern technology has made it possible for you to buy your favorite shellfish any time of the year, there is still a preferred season for it.