Ladies Hike on the Peak to Prosperity Passage of
the Palmetto Trail
When:
May 11
Join
us as we embark on another wonderful adventure on the
Peak to Prosperity Passage of the Palmetto Trail! This
Passage highlights South Carolina's natural beauty and
is a favorite among hikers, bikers and even man's best
friend! For the month of May, we will be celebrating
Cinco de Mayo a few days late with a Margarita March on
the trail. Come hike one of the signature Passages of
the Palmetto Trail during this beautiful May weather and
enjoy ice cold refreshments. Ladies, this is a trip that
you don't want to miss!
Length: 4 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Carpool: Columbia- meet at 9:15
a.m. at 722 King Street, Columbia, SC 29205 When:
Everyone will meet at the Alston trail head at 10:30
a.m. Directions: http://www.palmettoconservation.org/Peak.asp
To register for this hike, or for information on carpool
options
please contact Katherine Anderson at
kanderson@palmettoconservation.org or (803)771-0870.
Lake Marion and Eutaw Springs History Paddle
When:
May 18
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Explore
the waters of Lake Marion and enjoy a guided tour of the
Eutaw Springs Battlefield. The Battle of Eutaw Springs
was one of the hardest fought and bloodiest battles of
the Revolution, and it proved to be the last major
engagement of the war to take place in the South. We'll
also end this trip with a great meal at Bells Marina.
Meet your guides, Archie Thompson and Wayne White, at
Bells Marina at 9:30am.
To register call (803)771-0870.
Fees:
PCF Members:
Renting gear (kayak, pfd, paddle) $35
Using your own gear $20
Non-members:
Renting gear $45
Using your own gear $30
Directions to Bells Marina:
View Bells Marina Restaurant in a larger map
National Trails Day Celebration at Poinsett
State Park
When:
May 31-June 2
For
National Trails Day 2013, PCF has partnered with
Poinsett State Park to hold not just one day of
festivities, but an entire weekend of camping, hiking,
cycling, paddling and more.
National Trails Day is an
excellent way for participants to see the Palmetto
Trail, enjoy the great outdoors of South Carolina and
socialize with friends, family and other outdoor
enthusiasts. With activities for all different ability
levels and interests, this family-friendly event is
perfect for children and adults of all ages.
Some of the events planned for the weekend
include campfires, several hikes and bike rides,
paddling, camping, a BBQ lunch on Saturday,
facepainting and games for kids, s'mores and a
night hike with owl calls and spider sniffing.
Ladies Hike on the Capital City Passage of the
Palmetto Trail
When:
June 8
Join the Ladies of the Palmetto Trail as they hike the
Capital City Passage! More details to follow soon.
To register for this hike, or for information on carpool
options
please contact Katherine Anderson at
kanderson@palmettoconservation.org or (803)771-0870.
Father's Day Fishing Paddle at the Hatchery on
Lake Moultrie
When:
June 15
Enjoy
a special Father's Day with the kids while kayak fishing
at the hatchery on Lake Moultrie in Cross, SC. Each
participant must bring all tackle, bait, and any snacks
or water. We do not guarantee you will catch fish, but
we do guarantee you'll have fun!
We will meet at the hatchery at 3:30 p.m. The maximum
number of paddlers, including children, for this trip is
14, so sign up soon! Children must be 12 or older to
paddle in their own boat.
To register call (803)771-0870.
Fees:
PCF Members:
Renting gear (kayak, pfd, paddle) $35
Using your own gear $20
Non-members:
Renting gear $45
Using your own gear $30
Click here for more information about the hatchery on
Lake Moultrie.
Directions:
View The hatchery on Lake Marion in a larger map
Sunset Full Moon Paddle on Lake Marion
When:
June 22
Enjoy
a beautiful sunset and full moon paddle on Lake Marion.
While you're there, you'll spot numerous ospreys nesting
in the area, as well as an assortment of wading birds
and the occasional alligator sunning on the sandy
beaches. We will start our trip from Spiers Landing in
Cross and explore the area, including historic Church
Island.
To register call (803)771-0870.
Fees:
PCF Members:
Renting gear (kayak, pfd, paddle) $35
Using your own gear $20
Non-members:
Renting gear $45
Using your own gear $30
Click here for more information about Spiers Landing.
Directions:
View Spiers Landing in a larger map
Ladies Hike on the Wateree Passage of the
Palmetto Trail
When:
July 13
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Join the Ladies of the Palmetto Trail as they hike the
Wateree Passage! More details to follow soon.
To register for this hike, or for information on carpool
options
please contact Katherine Anderson at
kanderson@palmettoconservation.org or (803)771-0870.
Pinopolis Locks Paddle with lunch at Gilligan's
When:
July 13
Explore
the Pinopolis Lock at Santee Cooper's Jefferies
Hydroelectric Station--by kayak! The Pinopolis Lock was
the highest single-lift lock in the world at the time of
its construction. In the lock, boats up to 150 feet long
can be raised or lowered the 75-foot difference between
the Tailrace Canal and Lake Moultrie.
We will take a short paddle from Lake Moultrie and enter
the locks, taking us up to the Tailrace Canal, which
leads to the Cooper River. We will paddle two miles from
the locks and stop at Gilligan's at the dock for lunch.
After lunch, we will take a walking tour of the locks
with Santee Cooper staff. The length of this trip is
approximately four miles.
To register call (803)771-0870.
Fees:
PCF Members:
Renting gear (kayak, pfd, paddle) $35
Using your own gear $20
Non-members:
Renting gear $45
Using your own gear $30
Directions:
View Locks Paddle Meeting Location in a larger map
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