The Black River

Nestled amid South Carolina’s coastal plain, the Black River is home to some of the richest wildlife in the country.

Biking the Swampside Tract

Swampside Tract 16368 County Line Road, Andrews, SC, United States

Sept. 28, 2024, 10:00 - 12:30, limited to 15 participants, free of charge Using single speed bicycles and a guide, both supplied by BRCP,  participants will bike the preserve and visit some of the diverse ecosystems it has to offer!  Fresh water swamps and upland forests await those who want to explore by bicycle.  This […]

Wildflowers and Butterflies

Swampside Tract 16368 County Line Road, Andrews, SC, United States

Oct. 5, 2024     10:00 - 12:30, limited to 15 participants. Guided by local botanist Maureen Mulligan and local naturalists Wendy and Dennis Allen, come out for a fall hike focusing on wildflowers and butterflies.   Participants will hike a portion of the preserve and visit some of the diverse ecosystems it has to offer, examining […]

Hiking the Peninsula Tract

Swampside Tract 16368 County Line Road, Andrews, SC, United States

Oct. 12, 2024     10:00 - 12:30, limited to 15 participants. Guided by a BRCP employee, participants will be hiking on the newest trail system at the preserve, The Peninsula Tract off of Hammock Road.  Guests will visit this beautiful hardwood swamp along the Black River, exploring by foot.  This 2.5 hour event will cover […]

Yoga Retreat at the Swampside Tract

Swampside Tract 16368 County Line Road, Andrews, SC, United States

Oct. 26, 2024     11:00 - 3:00, limited to 30, donation based class Guided by Pawleys Island local Sharon Stollenmaier ERYT 200, participants will spend the day  outdoors beginning with a specially themed yoga class led by Yogi Sharon at the Fountain Courtyard.  Followed by a short meditation, journals will be provided for writing or drawing.  After a […]

Botany Hike at the Swampside Tract

Swampside Tract 16368 County Line Road, Andrews, SC, United States

Nov. 2, 2024     8:30 - 11:00, limited to 15 participants. Guided by Maureen Mulligan, local botanist, this hike will focus on fall flora, specifically wildflowers.   Participants will hike a portion of the preserve and visit some of the diverse ecosystems it has to offer, examining the plants we find along the way.  Fresh water […]

Herpetology at the Swampside Tract

Swampside Tract 16368 County Line Road, Andrews, SC, United States

Nov. 9, 2024     10:30 - 1:00, limited to 15, free of charge Guided by Parker Gibbons, participants will spend their time walking with an expert learning about the local reptiles and amphibians that call the preserve home.  Be prepared to walk about 3 miles. Participants should bring a refillable water bottle, snacks, and a camera […]

Youth Day – Choose your Adventure

Swampside Tract 16368 County Line Road, Andrews, SC, United States

BRCP has reserved our spring season opening day - February 1 - as YOUTH DAY for GRADES 4th - 12th. Don't miss this great opportunity for our youth to interact with one another in a safe and fun outdoor space!  Choose a hiking or a biking adventure.  Parents can drop kids off or stay with them.  […]

Hiking at Swampside

Swampside Tract 16368 County Line Road, Andrews, SC, United States

Guided by a BRCP employee, participants will hike a portion of the preserve and visit some of the diverse ecosystems it has to offer!  Fresh water swamps and upland forests await those who want to explore by foot.  This 2.5 hour event will cover about 3 miles of either crushed granite or grassy trails.  Bring […]

Biking at Swampside

Swampside Tract 16368 County Line Road, Andrews, SC, United States

Using single speed bicycles and a guide supplied by BRCP,  participants will bike the preserve and visit some of the diverse ecosystems it has to offer!  Fresh water swamps and upland forests await those who want to explore by bicycle.  This 2.5 hour event will cover 5 - 6 miles of either crushed granite or […]

Botany Hike at Swampside

Swampside Tract 16368 County Line Road, Andrews, SC, United States

Guided by Maureen Mulligan, local botanist, join us for a spring ephemeral  flora hike focusing on those plants that are emerging for the year. Participants will hike a portion of the preserve and visit some of the diverse ecosystems it has to offer, examining the plants found along the way.  Fresh water swamps and upland […]