The South Carolina Nature-Based Tourism Association recently held a workshop at Old Santee Canal Park. The day kicked off with an insightful presentation by Adam Bedard, the park’s Education Coordinator, on the history of the park and the various birding…
With the help of Santee Cooper Country, one of the states regional tourism destinations, and South Carolina State Parks, a new webcam has been installed at Santee State Park. The park is located on the west side of Lake Marion…
For visitors to Beaufort and The Sea Islands, I often see enthusiastic posts or questions about “Pink Birds” and “Flamingos”. They are actually Roseate Spoonbills! Roseate Spoonbills are often found near marsh areas and water during low tide. They have…
On June 4, 2022, the South Carolina Revolutionary Rivers® trail in Florence County was designated a National Water Trail by the US Department of the Interior. This classification puts the river trail on a short list of the best paddling…
Watch this video to learn what type of leash and lifejacket to use when you SUP. Some of the rules and recommendations regarding these pieces of equipment may surprise you. The American Canoe Association (ACA) graciously shared this video. To…
The Whimbrel, Numenius phaeopus, is the most widespread of the curlew species. These majestic birds nest in the Arctic, across North America and Eurasia, and can be found wintering on the coasts of six continents. Until a few years ago,…
The Black River’s 70-miles of waterfront will soon become a state park. Announced on April 5, 2021, the linear park will be unlike any other experience currently offered in South Carolina’s 47 state parks. The Black River Water Trail &…
Riverkeepers take on the challenge of crossing boundaries and borders. They work with numerous government agencies and groups to promote and sustain their respective bodies of water and meet with, listen to, and educate and advocate to diverse publics. Drive…
We’ll let you in on a secret. Long-time campers know that the best way to learn about camping is by living the experience first-hand – good old-fashioned trial and sometimes error. For those having mastered certain camping skills, they become…