Check out our calendar for cool events and upcoming hikes.

Contact Kari Hanna for more info: kfox@palmettoconservation.org

(803)771-0870

The Palmetto Trail:
The Palmetto Trail, when finished, will be a 425+ mile recreational trail that crosses the state of South Carolina. The Trail will begin at Oconee State Park in the upstate and end north of Charleston on the coast.   There are many different passages on the trail that can be used for day hikes or overnight weekend trips.   Get your family and friends together and go find your favorite passage.   For directions and maps of the Palmetto Trail click on the trail man .

Check out the South Carolina State Trails Program to find cool trails all over the state, including hiking trails, mountain biking trails, interpretive trails, and the Palmetto Trail.

You can also find information on trails, camping, and other events at the South Carolina State Parks website.

Have you ever wanted to learn how to Mountain Bike, Rock Climb, or Kayak? Visit www.setgols.org to sign up for a weekend clinic at the Glendale Outdoor Leadership School (GOLS). While your there, be sure to check out the Upstate’s coolest Adventure Camps.

Click on the picture to scope out and learn all about your favorite animal!

Click on the tracks to take a Tricky Track Quiz!

Click on the tree to learn about leaf characteristics, identify a mystery leaf, or test your knowledge by taking the leaf quiz.

Click on the first aid kit to make sure that your first aid kit is stocked and ready to go before your next outdoor adventure.  Always be prepared!

Click the compass and scroll down to Chapter 7 to learn about magnets and how a compass works.

Click on the map to practice using a compass and a map, so you can lead the way on you next hike.

Learn how to make your own compass!

Now that you’re a master at navigating the trails, click here to pick a trail for you and your family to explore.

Click here for Games and Puzzles!

Click here for Activities and Crafts!

Always ask an adult to help you prepare or cook anything in the kitchen!

Recipes:
Strawberry and Banana Sandwiches
Veggie Pinwheels
Summertime Smoothie
Fruit Frog
Palmetto Trail Mix

Ants on a Log

Strawberry Wraps

Cheesy Monkey Sandwich with Honey and Walnuts

Grilled Gobble-up Wrap

To submit your own recipe, click on the recipe book!

Share your adventures here!   You can enter your short story for a chance to win cool prizes.

Here is what you need to do: Write a short story (3-4 paragraphs) about a hike or an outdoor activity that you have done.   You can even write about your Junior Trailblazer Hike.   Be sure to use descriptive details and explain things that you saw or did during your adventure.   Carefully edit your story for grammar errors and spelling mistakes.  

To submit your story: Make sure your name and either telephone number or email address is on your story, so we can contact you if you are chosen as a winner.   Next, choose one of the options below to submit your story.

1. Email to Kari Hanna at:   kfox@palmettoconservation.org
   
   
2. Mail to:
   Kari Hanna
   722 King Street
   Columbia, SC 29205
   
   
3. Fax:
   Attn: Kari Hanna
   (803)771-0590

Deadline:
You must submit your stories by December 15, 2009 in order to be considered for the prize.

Your stories will be judged based on creativity, details, proper grammar, and spelling.   A winner will be chosen and contacted to collect their prize.   Look for the winning story in a newspaper near you.