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Employee Spotlight

danePalmetto Conservation welcomes Dane Hanna as the newest member of the PCF staff.  Hired as the Palmetto Trail coordinator from Columbia to the coast, Dane is responsible for maintenance and trail building.  He will also be leading events and outing from PCF's two outdoor centers; High Hills in Sumter and Hell Hole in St. Stephen.  Dane has a passion for the outdoors and enjoys interacting with trail users, so say hi to him if you pass him on the trail.  He is always looking for good volunteers. Please contact him if you are interested in doing trail work.

dane@palmettocoservation.org

Congratulations Dane!  Welcome to the family!



 

Help Build the Palmetto Trail

Next Drawing is February 10th!!

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Enter the "Help Build the Palmetto Trail" Drawing and you could win sweet outdoor gear and help build the Palmetto Trail-the heart and soul of SC’s trail system. It’s simple: buy a $10 ticket and be entered to win great outdoor gear and prizes valued at more than $4,600. The next drawing is February 10th. Check out the prize package by clicking here.  Contact Kari Fox for more information 803-771-0870

 


 

 Happening on the Palmetto Trail

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Philip Crotwell, his daughter and goats enjoy walking on the Palmetto Trail. They are on the detour near Peak which will be eliminated as soon as we find funding to complete the decking of River Street Trestle.


 

2nd Annual Palmetto Trail Challenge

February 1st - May 15th

The Palmetto Conservation Foundation is again hosting the Palmetto Trail Challenge in 2010.  The Foundation is promoting health, fitness and outdoor recreation thru this fun interactive challenge.  For 15 weeks team members log miles by walking/running or biking (indoors or outside) and turn those miles into PCF.  The goal is to complete the 425 (projected) miles of the trail before the 15 weeks are up.  Prizes and awards will be given at the group hike at the conclusion of the challenge.  Everyone is welcome to participate not matter location age or ability.   Come on -  take our challenge and discover a healthier you. 

Contact Cami Ruppe  803-771-0870 for registration information or click here.

 


                      Wanted: Experienced Paddle Guides

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Palmetto Conservation Foundation is looking for experienced paddle guides in all areas of the state.  If you are an experienced guide and are interested in volunteering a little of your time and talent please contact our office.  Paid guide positions are also available on an as needed basis. 

Contact Cami Ruppe or Kari Hanna for details
803-771-0870

       Adventure is just around the corner!  Come be a part of it!

 

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January 2010







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PCF Outdoor Adventure Camps have been slated for spring and summer.

We have teamed up with some wonderful organizations to bring children  great outdoor fun.

April 5-6
 At Stronghold Athletic Club


June 7-11
At Canoeing for Kids

June 21-25
At Dreher Island State Park

July 5-9
At Stronghold Athletic Club

July 19-21
At Poinsett State Park


All camps take place from 9am -1pm and are staffed by PCF personnel.

Check out our full line of camp programming and registration information by clicking here.





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Palmetto Conservation's Statewide
 calendar of events for spring and summer is just about ready for release.  Watch our website for a list of events for everyone in the family
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Have you thought about becoming a PCF Member?
membership has numerous advantages...

4Access to PCF   Outings
4Discounts on     trips
4Promotion of     Conservation
4 Building the     Palmetto Trail

Please consider becoming a member of something really great.  Your contribution adds to the beauty and appeal of South Carolina.

Memberships starts at just $35 a Year.

click here for membership information

 

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