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Herpetology at the Swampside Tract

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

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. Limited to 15, free of charge. Participants should bring a refillable water bottle, snacks, and a camera if desired.  Wear good shoes for walking […]

Event Series Biking at Swampside Tract

Biking at Swampside Tract

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 […]

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Herpetology at the Peninsula Tract

Peninsula 91 Hammock Rd., Andrews, SC, United States

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 if desired.  Wear good shoes for walking because approximately 3 miles will be […]

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Yoga at Swampside

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

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 Sweet Bay Pond.  Followed by a short meditation, journals will be provided for writing or drawing.  After a picnic lunch,  we will explore the amazing flora and fauna of […]

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Early History of the Black River

Swampside Tract 16368 County Line Road, Andrews, SC, United States +1 more

Guided by history consultant Lee Brockington, participants will walk adjacent to the Black River and learn about one of the oldest rivers east of the Mississippi. Early colonists, plantations, and Francis Marion's guerilla warfare during the Revolution will be discussed as part of the Black River's natural and cultural history. The hike will begin at […]

Botany Hike at Swampside Tract

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

Guided by Maureen Mulligan, local botanist, join us for a spring flora hike focusing on 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 swamps and upland forests await those who want to explore […]

Birding at Peninsula Tract

Peninsula 91 Hammock Rd., Andrews, SC, United States

Guided by BRCP staff, participants will spend the morning walking along the Black River and around the hardwood swamps looking at birds, butterflies, and anything else that we can find.  Be prepared to walk between 3 and 5 miles. Participants should bring binoculars, a refillable water bottle, snacks, and a camera if desired.  Wear good, […]

Biking at the Swampside Tract

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

April 6, 2024, 10:00 - 12:30, limited to 15 participants, free of charge 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 […]

Wednesday Wandering @ Peninsula

Peninsula 91 Hammock Rd., Andrews, SC, United States

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 hour event will cover 2 to 3 miles of either crushed limestone or grassy trails.  […]

Birding at the Swampside Tract

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

April 13, 2024     7:30 - 10:30, limited to 20, free of charge Participants will spend the morning walking through the long leaf pine savanna and along the hardwood swamps that make up more than half of the preserve looking at birds, butterflies, and anything else that we can find.  Be prepared to walk between […]