Dreher Island State Recreation Area
PARK PROGRAMS
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Join us at Sesquicentennial State Park to find out more about the fascinating lives of snakes. Participants will uncover local myths associated with our slithering friends and discover what makes them so helpful to humans and the environment. We will learn some cool facts about these amazing reptiles and how to recognize the six venomous snakes in the Palmetto State. This program is designed for ages 5 and older and all children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required. To register call (803-)788-2706 or email sesqui@scprt.com.
Sesquicentennial State Park
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The Revolutionary War in the Carolina Backcountry was largely fought by loosley organized militias that used their experience in frontier fighting to slow the British advance. Join us at Musgrove Mill State Historic Site as we look more closely into the role of these militias during the conflict on the South Carolina frontier. This event will feature the South Carolina Rangers re-enactment unit portraying the lifestyle, arms, equipment and strategy used by the militia in battles like the Battle of Musgrove's Mill.
Musgrove Mill State Historic Site
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Join South Carolina First Lady Jenny Sanford and City of Columbia First Lady Beth Coble at the 18th Annual First Ladies’ Walk for Life…Steps Against Breast Cancer event that will be held Saturday, October 4 at Finlay Park in Columbia. Registration is at 8am, and the Walk begins at 9am. Proceeds from Walk for Life will benefit Palmetto Health South Carolina Comprehensive Breast Center.
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Join us at Sesquicentennial State Park as we discover the secret lives of these avian neighbors, uncover their nocturnal habits and unveil their amazing adaptations during this night hike for families! Adults must accompany children 15 and under. Pre-registration is required. To register call (803) 788-8332 or e-mail sesqui@scprt.com.
Sesquicentennial State Park
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Have you ever wondered how archaeologists find and identify artifacts from American Revolutionary War battlefields like Musgrove's Mill? Visit Musgrove Mill State Historic Site to learn about the methods used and what studies have been done at the site to shed light on this important battle. Project archaeologists will be on-site showing some of the artifacts that have been found and discussing how they found and identified the artifacts. Tours of the areas where some of the archaeological projects have been performed will be offered throughout the day. Bring the kids and let them participate in some hands-on activities as they "dig" for artifacts.
Musgrove Mill State Historic Site
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Join us at Sesquicentennial State Park to experience the many trails Sesqui has to offer. Whether you like to mountain bike, hike or just enjoy a leisurely nature walk, there is a trail just for you! Use the trails on your own anytime throughout the day, or attend one of the many guided trail programs, including guided moutain biking programs for beginners and advanced riders, guided hikes on our 2-mile hiking trail, and guided nature walks on our half mile nature trail. Guided trail programs will be going on throughout the day.
Adults must accompany children 15 and under. For more information, call (803) 788-2706 or e-mail sesqui@scprt.com
Sesquicentennial State Park
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On November 20, 1780, General Thomas Sumter and his men fought Lieutenant Colonel Banastre Tarleton and a small, but well trained force of British soldiers at the Blackstock's Plantation in modern-day Union County. On Saturday, November 22, 2008, Musgrove Mill State Historic Site will be presenting the Battle of Blackstock's Anniversary Celebration. The event will feature an interpretive talk on the Battle of Blackstock's and its significance, a Ranger-led tour of the battlefield, a period firing salute, and commemorations by the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Sons of the American Revolution. The event will be held at 1:00 pm at Blackstock Battlefield Historic Site. For more information and directions to Blackstock Battlefield Historic Site, contact Musgrove Mill State Historic Site at (864) 938-0100.
Musgrove Mill State Historic Site
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Experience Musgrove Mill State Historic Site in an entirely different way - in the dark! The event will feature candle-lit tours of the Musgrove Mill battlefield, which will include presentations by historians in period-correct clothing and uniforms telling the story of the Battle of Musgrove's Mill from the Patriot and British point of view.
Musgrove Mill State Historic Site
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