S.C. Recognizes National Trails Day

Celebrate National Trails Day 2015 and the Palmetto Trail on Saturday, June 6, with events featuring guided hikes, mountain biking, overnight camping and more. The Palmetto Conservation Foundation (PCF) and the Glendale Outdoor Leadership School (GOLS) invite outdoor enthusiasts of all ages to participate. The American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day 2015 will bring together enthusiasts for the 23rd annual celebration of America's magnificent trail system, including South Carolina’s Palmetto Trail. Hiking will be offered for different skill levels.

On Saturday morning, a nature hike and a family hike are planned for beginners, as well as an intermediate hike for the more experienced. An orienteering workshop will be taught in the afternoon. On the Awendaw Passage on Saturday morning, a 2-mile nature hike and 4.5-mile exercise hike will be offered. Each hike can accommodate 25 participants. At the state parks on Saturday morning, two mountain bike rides—one following a short course and the other a long course—will be offered. The afternoon will feature bike maintenance clinics at both parks, with a mountain bike obstacle course opening at Poinsett in the afternoon.

Evening activities at the state parks will include a community campfire and a thrilling night hike. Poinsett will also feature a nonpoisonous snake demonstration.

Event descriptions, schedules and registration forms can be found online. Registration is required for all activities, as space in each activity is limited to 25 participants. All participants must register individually.

For more information, call Mary Roe at 803-771-0870, email [email protected] or visit PalmettoConservation.org.