Beat the heat this weekend at one of your three area waterparks! [Visit the Waterparks...]

What could be better than spending your days exploring your county parks, learning about the natural world, and having some really cool fun? [Additional info...]

The dog park at James Island is closed on Wednesdays from 7am-9am for routine maintenance.

The Historic Battlefield Master Plan Update for Folly and Morris islands focuses on two coastal properties with historical ties. [Additional info...]

On sale now, our 44 oz. Whirlin' Waters Pepsi souvenir mugs can be purchased for $6.99 at the front offices of Wannamaker, James Island, and Palmetto Islands county parks.

Whenever you bring your mug to any of our fountain drink concession stands, you get it filled up for only $1!

Fountain drink concession stands can be found at Palmetto Islands County Park, James Island County Park, Wannamaker County Park, Kiawah Beachwalker Park, Folly Beach County Park, and the Folly Beach Fishing Pier.

PROGRAMS LISTED BELOW ARE TO BE REGISTERED FOR THROUGH THE OFFICES OF THE GIRLS SCOUTS OF EASTERN SC.

If your troop cannot attend these programs, set up a custom program by calling the Charleston County Parks Interpretive Programs Coordinator at 843-889-8898.

Beginning Bird Watching
April 5, 2008, 9am-10am (ages 8-11) and 1pm-2:30pm (ages 11-17);
Caw Caw Interpretive Center
$5 per person; min/max participants 8/20
This program is for the person who appreciates birds & would like to know more about them. Learn about common birds & how to identify them. Binoculars & field guides are provided.

Fire from Friction
April 5, 2008, 10am-12:30pm (ages 8-11); Caw Caw Interpretive Center;
$10 per person; min/max participants 6/15
Forget the matches! We can find all we need to start a fire just by walking outside. We'll explore the different types of wood used & where to look for them. Then we'll try to make some smoke & fire! Each participant will take home a fire starting kit.

Seining the Sea
May 17, 2008, 12pm-1pm (ages 6-8); Isle of Palms County Park;
$7.50 per person; min/max participants 6/20
Gain a new perspective on creatures of the surf zone. Anchovy, pompano, kingfish, stingray, crabs, & even a squid have shown up in our net. Come out & meet some of your wave-bound neighbors. Help us pull a seine net in the surf & then discuss what we find.

To register for these programs, visit www.girlscoutsesc.org and fill out the program registration form and send to Carmen Bilton; (843) 552-9910 ext 234; fax (843) 552-6221; email Carmen Bilton@girlscoutsesc.org Two adults free per troop. [Additional info...]