The Palmetto Trail, a gift to South Carolina to encourage and inspire active, outdoor recreation, land conservation, and preservation of historical and cultural landmarks.

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🌿 Today is the day!! It’s #NationalTrailsDay! Although this day only comes around once a year, what it stands for is a part of our mission 365 days a year.

🌱 This day signifies our belief that safe and beautiful hiking trails should be available to everyone whether it’s an urban trail, mountain hike or down by the coast. We strive to advocate for easier access, more inclusive hikes and protecting the environment in our communities.

🍃 We hope you are able to get outside and enjoy a trail today! And remember there are so many different ways you can show your support by sharing a post, volunteering, or exploring our passages...Happy hiking!

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Spread the word! Join us tomorrow for a guided nature hike and artisans market on our Peak to Prosperity Passage in honor of National Trails Day! See you all at the Alston Trailhead!! 😀

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Great group of people committed to conservation! I’ve been fortunate to do a Trail cleanup with them and it was a great way to spend a Saturday morning.

- Brian Thom

Volunteer

What's Happening

Congratulations to Our Palmetto Trail Poetry Winners!

See the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners HERE

Get Ready…The Women’s Outdoor Adventure Weekend is Back!

It’s Back! The 2021 Women’s Outdoor Adventure Weekend is schedule for November at Table Rock State Park!

Help #ConnectTheTrail with t-shirts, long sleeve tees and hoodies!

AmeriCorps Needs YOU!

Are you looking for a life-changing experience serving South Carolina’s public lands? The Palmetto Conservation Corps is hiring members to serve for 5.5 months, starting work as soon as possible. Our AmeriCorps program provides training in trail building, wilderness first aid, leave no trace ethics, environmental stewardship, and disaster response. Corps members gain professional skills in leadership, teamwork, conflict resolution, and problem solving while also networking with seasoned professionals in the field of conservation and land management.

Does it sound too good to be true; are you wondering if the program is as beneficial as we say it is? Numbers speak for themselves- 100% of this year’s Fall Crew chose to extend their service into another term.

When asked what was gained from serving with the Palmetto Conservation Corps, one member said the following:

“The Corps has given me skills, certifications, and experiences that will undoubtedly help me in the job market once I complete my term of service. However, the crew mates I serve alongside and the supervisors I learn from have become the best part of my experience. I have gained friends and mentors that will last a life time.”

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