Events… The Battle of Wambaw Bridge 19 May 20237 Oct 2026 Revolutionary War action took place here, February 24, 1782. Wambaw Bridge is deep in Francis Marion National Forest, down forest service roads. In this case, my trusty Hyundai Elantra was…
History… Hampton Plantation, Banastre Tarleton, and Francis Marion 3 May 20237 Oct 2026 On my recent visit to Cowpens, during a discussion of Banastre Tarleton, I was reminded of a tale that was shared on a visit to Hampton Plantation. Although South Carolina…
History… I’on Swamp/Halfway Creek Church/Battery Warren 25 Jan 20237 Oct 2026 I was able to do both of these trails in Francis Marion National Forest, and I also visited the Sewee Educational Center, walked their trail, and visited their endangered red…
History… Tibwin Plantation 9 Jan 20237 Oct 2026 Tibwin Plantation stands in near-ruin in the Francis Marion National Forest. January is the perfect time to visit, I can imagine the bugs are horrific much of the warm months…
History… Santee Coastal Reserve 3 Jan 20237 Oct 2026 I had the pleasure to visit and spend some time hiking and exploring at the Santee Coastal Reserve Wildlife Management Area in McClellanville. The visit has inspired a new permanent…