PRESS RELEASE - ACROSS SOUTH CAROLINA – October 3, 2022 – Get outside and connect with the land trusts across the state during the South Carolina Land Trust Network’s Land Trust Days in October. In this first-ever, month-long celebration of South Carolina’s special places, local land trusts are uniting to help residents connect to the land and the people who work to protect it.
“More than one million acres of land in our state will remain forever green – waterways, view sheds, working timberland and agricultural fields - thanks to your local land trust,” commented Jennifer Howard, executive director, South Carolina Land Trust Network. “During this month, especially, we encourage everyone to get outside. River sweeps, battlefield tours, native plant sales, or maybe just a cold beer brewed with clean water from a protected property. If special places matter to you, now’s the time to connect.”
More than a dozen Land Trust Network members will be offering special events and outings throughout the month.
Habitat Restoration in Westminster: 10/8
Night walk at Beidler Forest in Harleyville: 10/8
Clover Rock Outcrop Cleanup in Clover: 10/8
Down by the Bay in Aiken: 10/9
Kiawah’s Bobcats: 10/11
Yoga in the Park in Charleston: 10/12
Berkeley Battlefields in Moncks Corner: 10/14
Beaufort Jasper River Sweep: 10/15
Kiawah Litter Sweep: 10/15
Ducks Unlimited Flyways reception – Charleston: 10/15
CLT Escapes: North Fork Edisto Paddle – Swansea: 10/15
OktoberForest in Greenville: 10/16
Native Plant Pop-up on Kiawah: 10/21
Mozingo Paddle in Darlington County: 10/25
Star Party in Lancaster: 10/29
Howard continued, “Our state is a remarkable place to call home. There’s no better way to enjoy it, than with the people who have boots on the ground every day. This month will be a real treat.”
About the South Carolina Land Trust Network
The South Carolina Land Trust Network is a 501(c)3 statewide organization that supports the protection and preservation of forest and farmland, waterways, scenic views, wildlife habitat, outdoor recreation and historical resources. We provide networking and educational opportunities for the state’s 20+ land trusts and serve as a resource for landowners and land management practitioners who want to learn more about conservation easements.
For more information, visit sclandtrustdays.org.
