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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Check out our interview with Rocdoc Mike Allen on Fox 102.3 at 1:00 PM to hear just how #MidlandsGives benefits the Palmetto Trail! #ConnectTheTrail

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What will we do with money raised on Midlands Gives Day?

The Palmetto Trail will use the funds raised to expand and maintain the existing 126.71 miles of Trail in the Midlands Counties we serve including; Sumter, Orangeburg, Fairfield, Richland, and Newberry. There are 54.4 miles left to complete the connections in these areas. Updated signage will provide a safer and more comfortable experience to all who use the Trail. The Palmetto Trail provides Midlands families with a place to get healthy, safely exercise and enjoy the outdoors. Your contributions on this day will immediately go towards trestle repairs on our Peak to Prosperity and Wateree Passage’s as well as campsite construction on our Peak Passage. As well as improved wayfinding signs in downtown Columbia to make it easier for families to get outside and enjoy the Capital City Passage and SO.MUCH.MORE! Head to the link below to donate today!

https://www.midlandsgives.org/palmettotrail

#midlandsgives2021 #conservation #nonprofit

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The Trail is meant to bring people together—young and old, rich and poor. It’s not just for hard core backpackers, but for families who want to get out into the woods.

- Anne Springs Close

Founding Director, Palmetto Conservation

What's Happening

The Palmetto Trail is currently seeking an AmeriCorps Program Director to lead the Palmetto Conservation Corps. The Palmetto Conservation Corps is South Carolina’s only trail-based state AmeriCorps Program. The Corps completes service work on the Palmetto Trail, through public lands, in communities, and with various organizations throughout the state.

What a Race!

Get to know our 1st Place Male Overall Winner of the True to the Brew 10K, Kyle Logue. Read about his journey and how he overcame multiple traumatic brain injuries and continued his running lifestyle. CLICK HERE to read more.

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!

The Eastatoe Passage Has a New Bridge!

We are beyond excited to announce that the Eastatoe Passage has received a new bridge!

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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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