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Famous Creatures In SC State Parks How well do you know your 'official' South Carolina state animals? Here's a great idea for a fun and educational state park adventure. Check out our list of the Palmetto State animals you'll find in state parks. Pack a picnic and head out on a fun and educational wildlife watch. |
Charles Towne Landing Animal Forest The Animal Forest at Charles Towne Landing is much more than just a fun day at the zoo. All the animals in the forest inhabited Carolina when the site was a newly settled English colony. This amazing park takes you into the lives of the early settlers and lets you meet the animals they encountered. |
Ranger Patrick Boxx Currently a Ranger ll at Chester State Park, Patrick Boxx enjoys a mix of indoor and outdoor responsibilities. According to Boxx, what makes the profession so great is that as a ranger, you have to be a "jack of all trades." Plus, the learning process never ends. |
Wildlife Do's & Don'ts Bring your binoculars and camera. Don't feed the animals. Observe wildlife at a safe distance, but don't pick up babies or take them home. Here are some great tips that will keep both your family and our furry (or scaly) friends safe while you enjoy the wildlife of South Carolina State Parks. |
Wildlife Watch Deer, gators, turtles and bears – some of the wildlife in South Carolina State Parks are easy to spot while others shy away from sight. Whether you enjoy watching the antics of the fox squirrel or are lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the reclusive black bear, wildlife watching is a great way to kick back and relax with nature. |
South Carolina Wildlife Game Get really up close to these South Carolina animals and see if you can recognize the animal from just a small part of a photograph. If you have problems, click "get a clue" for a bigger view and keep trying. Print out animal pictures to color off line. |
Red-cockaded Woodpecker Restoration If you were a red-cockaded woodpecker, you would have very picky tastes about your living situation. Housing shortages would be a constant concern and if pesky hardwoods took over, you would likely move out in a huff. Find out how South Carolina State Parks are working to provide habitats for this endangered species. |
Still Waters Thanks to all who entered our 75th Anniversary State Parks Photo Contest and for showing off how beautiful and inviting South Carolina State Parks can be. Congratulations to the Grand Prize and Best of Show Winners! Professional & Grand Prize – Steven Faucette Amateur – Deborah Hotzscheiter Juvenile – Kellyn Rowland Employee – Kendle Enter |
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