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New Eastatoe Passage Opens on the Palmetto Trail!

The new Eastatoe Passage construction was made possible with major grants from Duke Energy’s Water Resources Fund and the federal Recreational Trails Program administered by South Carolina Parks Recreations and Toursim. @Duke Energy funded two state-of-the-art fiberglass pedestrian bridges across Eastatoe Creek and Little Eastatoe Creek. The 70-foot span across Eastatoe Creek is now the longest fiberglass pedestrian bridge on the mountains-to-sea Palmetto Trail. Benchmark Trails of Greenville handled trail construction, with assistance from PCF Trail Coordinators, the Palmetto Conservation Corps, and volunteers. We are grateful to South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, South Carolina Parks Recreation and Tourism and Naturaland Trust for their support and partnership.

*Map and website updates coming soon!

DIRECTIONS
Heading West on Highway 11, Roy F. Jones Highway is on the right 9.2 miles from Table Rock State Park. The intersection is just past the Sotheby’s Real estate building.

Heading East on Highway 11, Roy F. Jones Highway is on the left 3.7 miles from Keowee-Toxaway State Park.

Heading West on Highway 11, Roy F. Jones Highway is 26 miles from the intersection of U.S. Highway 25 and Highway 11.

*NOTE: The Kewoee Toxaway Trailhead is currently closed as additional trail improvements are made. Hikers may access the passage for the next several weeks at the Dug Mountain Trailhead access. Please be aware that trail work is underway after the first fiberglass bridge where hikers must turn around and return to the Dug Mountain Trailhead. Please follow all trail signs. Stay tuned for updates.

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.”

HOLIDAY TRAIL SHARE SPECIAL!

Make an impact this holiday season by making that special person on your list an Honorary Share Holder on the Palmetto Trail!

From now until December 8th get a Trail Share for the discounted price of only $15, normally $25! With your donation, you will receive an Honorary Share Holder Certificate with the GPS Coordinates along the Passage of your choice.

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