Events… The Battle of Wambaw Bridge 19 May 202311 Apr 2024 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… Cowpens Battlefield Walk 25 Apr 2023 On Sunday, April 23rd, 2023, I had the opportunity to walk the Cowpens Battlefield with a group of interested folks, led by the always amazing historian and speaker, Mr. Durant…
Events… The American Heritage Festival 2023 3 Mar 2023 Reflecting back on this year's American Heritage Festival, at Graham's Historic Farm in Lake City, SC. I first attended this annual event last year, it was also my first visit…
Events… Updates 9 Feb 20239 Feb 2023 A visit to Hammond's Store and Hayes Station -Both pages updated with photos and content from a visit in January 2023 New photos of maps, artifacts, and a great Laurens…
History… I’on Swamp/Halfway Creek Church/Battery Warren 25 Jan 202311 Apr 2024 I was able to do both of these trails in Francis Marion National Forest, and I also visited the Seewee Educational Center, walked their trail, and visited their endangered red…
History… Silent Cities at Brookgreen Gardens 20 Jan 2023 Only a few more weeks this season to take advantage of this amazing tour, the Silent Cities tour at Brookgreen Gardens only runs January through March. I've been on the…
History… Tibwin Plantation 9 Jan 202311 Apr 2024 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…
Events… Ramsey Grove 5 Jan 2023 South Carolina State Parks host events on January 1 known as First Day Hikes. January 1, 2023, I was able to get two hikes in, starting at one of my…
History… Santee Coastal Reserve 3 Jan 202311 Apr 2024 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…
Places Glamping in Gray Court 13 Dec 202212 Dec 2022 I decided to be a little adventurous on my last research trip upstate. A unique listing on Airbnb caught my attention. Delightful 4 Season Bell Tent I only had an…