Spring 2015 Quarterly Park & Programs Guide

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PROGRAM REGISTRATIONAdvance registration is required for most programs andmany fill up quickly.Please register early!Where indicatedchaperones are required and must be registered and pay fees.Programs may be cancelled if minimum enrollment is not met.

3 Easy Ways to Register(please have program and payment information ready): Online: CharlestonCountyParks.com - Click on

Programs & Activities link Phone: (843) 795-4386 In Person: Park & Program Services Center, Mon. - Fri. only

861 Riverland Drive on James Island

RESIDENCY AND FEESCharleston County residents pay discounted program fees due tocontributions to the local tax base. Program registration fees are pperson unless otherwise noted. CCR = Charleston County Residen

REFUND POLICYOur refund policies vary by program or event. Please visitwww.CharlestonCountyParks.com/refunds for complete details.

ACCESSIBILITYIndividuals with disabilities are encouraged to utilize CCPRC facilitand to register for programs. Reasonable accommodations will bemade on an individual basis. Please contact our office to discuss aaccommodations needed at least two weeks prior to your program

WEATHERMany CCPRC activities are held in outdoor settings. In general,these activities are held rain or shine. Please plan accordinglyand be prepared for anticipated conditions.

RISKAll recreational activities, including those offered by CCPRC, haveinherent risks which include personal injury and property loss ordamage. Prior to participation, you may be required to sign a formacknowledging your understanding and acceptance of these risks(parents/guardians must sign for youth 17 and under) and waivinyour rights for claims of negligence.

PHOTOGRAPHSThe Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission reserves thright to use photos taken of visitors while they are at CCPRC facilitor CCPRC-related events for publicity purposes.

All prices and programs are subject to change.Visit www.CharlestonCountyParks.com for updates.

The Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission doesdiscriminate because of race, sex, color, age, national origireligion, political affiliation, or disability in its employmentopportunities, programs, services, or activities. CCPRC operselect programs under a special use permit with the NantahPisgah, and Francis Marion National Forests.

Park & Program Services CenterSpring 2015 Operating Schedule

TELEPHONE BUSINESS HOURS:8:30am - 5:30pm (7 days a week)

WALK-IN BUSINESS HOURS:9:00am - 5:30pm (Monday - Friday only)

Closed on Easter SundayDrop box available after hours

= Registered and paid chaperone required for ages 15 & und

= Chaperone required for ages 15 & under.

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NATURE & HISTORY

Canoeing at Caw Caw

= Registered and paid chaperone required for ages 15 & under.


BIRDINGBEACHWALKER BIRD WALKSMar 27 Fri 8:30am-11:00am Course # 36702Apr 24 Fri 8:30am-11:00am Course # 36703May 22 Fri 8:30am-11:00am Course # 36704

Meets at: Kiawah Beachwalker Parkee: Free Age: 12 & up

IGHTHOUSE INLET HERITAGE PRESERVE BIRD WALKMar 13 Fri 8:30am-10:30am Course # 36771May 8 Fri 8:30am-10:30am Course # 36773Meets at: Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserveee: Free Age: 12 & up

OLLY BEACH COUNTY PARK BIRD WALKApr 10 Fri 8:30am-10:30am Course # 36772Meets at: Folly Beach County Parkee: Free Age: 12 & up

ARLY MORNING BIRD WALKS AT CAW CAWWed & Sat 8:30am-11:30amMeets at: Caw Caw Interpretive Centeree: $5/FREE Annual Gold Passholders

WANNAMAKER BIRDWALKSMar 12 Thu 8:30am-10:30am Course # 36823Apr 9 Thu 8:30am-10:30am Course # 36824May 14 Thu 8:30am-10:30am Course # 36825Meets at: Wannamaker County Parkee: Free with gate admission Age: 12 & up

BIrdIng JAunts - Future AwendAw PArk

Mar 21 Sat 9:00am-12:00pm Course # 36828Meets at: Off-Site Locationee: $15/$12 CCR Discount Age: 12 & up

PARKLANDS VIP TOURSAWENDAW FUTURE PARKDominated by coastal forests and marshlands bordering FrancMarion National Forest and the Intracoastal Waterway, this sitehas been used by humans for over 3,000 years and includes thremains of a colonial plantation.

Mar 14 Sat 9:00am-12:00pm Course # 36753Meets at: Off-Site Location

Fee: $24/$20 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

STONO RIVER FUTURE PARK AT LIMEHOUSE POINTGet muddy trekking across the marsh to the isolated hammockisland at the heart of this parkland on the Stono River. Look forwildlife and talk about the future of this little gem.

Apr 2 Thu 2:00pm-4:00pm Course # 36754Meets at: Off-Site LocationFee: $21/$17 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

dIsCoverIng County PArks - exPlorIng CAw CAwWalk the trails with a guide and explore its unbelievable past as aea farm, rice plantations, and even a battleeld.

Apr 10 Fri 9:00am-12:00pm Course # 36756Meets at: Caw Caw Interpretive Centeree: $15/$12 CCR Discount Age: 9 & up

CANOEING AT CAW CAWHERITAGE TO HABITAT CANOE TOURPaddle through Caw Caws old canals and rice elds withhistorians and naturalists as your guide.

Mar 28 Sat 9:00am-11:30am Course # 36750

Meets at: Caw Caw Interpretive CenterFee: $24/$20 CCR Discount Age: 9 & up

SALT MARSH PADDLEExplore past the old tea farm into a gnarled ghost forest andthrough abandoned rice elds.

Apr 19 Sun 9:00am-12:30pm Course # 36766Meets at: Caw Caw Interpretive CenterFee: $27/$22 CCR Discount Age: 9 & up

CAW CAW SUNSET/MOONRISE PADDLEMay 2 Sat 6:00pm-8:30pm Course # 36751Meets at: Caw Caw Interpretive Center


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MASTER NATURALIST SAMPLERWe offer half-day Master Naturalist sessions lled with naturalhistory goodness!

NATURALIST TRAINING AT BEACHWALKER PARKLearn the importance of undeveloped areas on barrier islands

and improve your ability to identify a variety of birds, as well ashe many plants and animals of dune systems, salt marshes, and

maritime forests.

Mar 20 Fri 9:00am-12:00pm Course # 36768Meets at: Kiawah Beachwalker ParkFee: $15/$12 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

NATURALIST TRAINING AT PALMETTO ISLANDS COUNTY PARKThe hammock islands and salt marshes of this park provide auperb outdoor classroom for learning how to read landscapes.

May 16 Sat 9:00am-12:00pm Course # 36767Meets at: Palmetto Islands County ParkFee: $15/$12 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

MASTER NATURALIST( )CCPRC and Clemson University are offering acertied Master Naturalist (MN) program for peopleinterested in understanding and protecting the statesvaluable natural resources. MN candidates completea 13-day eld study course led by a variety of expertsin some of the states most beautiful natural areasas they learn and practice skills naturalists use toread the natural world. The MN program developsvolunteer citizen scientists, conservationists, andeducators who can positively impact the naturalresources of the state.

Mar 3-May 26 Tue 8:00am-5:00pm Course # 36705Meets at: Caw Caw Interpretive CenterFee: $625/$600 CCR Discount Age: 18 & up


STEWARDSHIP SERIESWATER WISE GARDENINGClemson Extension will show how to conserve and use water

runoff to support healthy yards and protect clean water.Participants receive two great guide books.

Mar 10 Tue 4:30pm-6:30pm Course # 36317Meets at: Caw Caw Interpretive CenterFee: $15/$12 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

BACKYARD COMPOSTINGCharleston County Environmental Managements compostingguru will show what can be composted, how to create acomposting structure, and how to prepare and maintain a syst

Mar 13 Fri 10:00am-11:00am Course # 36315Meets at: James Island County ParkFee: $9/$7 CCR Discount Age: 12 & up

GARDENING FOR HUMMINGBIRDSClemson Extension will show how to make your yard irresistiblehummingbirds and how you can do your part to support them

Mar 14 Sat 10:00am-11:30am Course # 36318Meets at: Caw Caw Interpretive CenterFee: $15/$12 CCR Discount Age: 12 & up

GROW GREAT VEGGIES WITH FEWER CHEMICALSClemson Extension will share simple strategies to manage pestand diseases in your garden using natural and chemical metho

Mar 28 Sat 10:00am-12:00pm Course # 36328Meets at: Caw Caw Interpretive Center


PROTECT YOUR FAMILY BY PROTECTING WATERWAYSWading in waste? Fishing in feces? Paddling in poo? Learn abopollution sources and how you and Charleston Waterkeeper cateam up to make a difference for our local waterways.

Apr 7 Tue 6:00pm-7:00pm Course # 36316Meets at: James Island County ParkFee: $9/$7 CCR Discount Age: 12 & up

Master Naturalist Sampler Master NaturalistGardening for Hummingbirds


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NATURE & HISTORY

Alligator Adventure McLeod Plantation Historic Site


NIGHT WALKABOUTS - NOCTURNAL NOISEMAKERS

oin us for exploration of our county parks in the dark! Join aaturalist and listen for owls, frogs, and others, and shine someators and spiders along the way!

Mar 12 Thu 6:00pm-8:00pm Course # 36830Meets at: Caw Caw Interpretive Centeree: $9/$7 CCR Discount Age: 9 & up

UNSET PHOTOGRAPHY SESSIONMay 21 Thu 6:30pm-8:30pm Course # 36826Meets at: Isle of Palms County Parkee: $9/$7 CCR Discount Age: 12 & up

ALLIGATOR ADVENTUREearch for alligators as we separate fact from ction on this

ourney to learn why these large reptiles carry the special title ofkeystone species.

Apr 11 Sat 10:00am-12:00pm Course # 36763Meets at: Caw Caw Interpretive Centeree: $9/$7 CCR Discount Age: 9 & up

May 23 Sat 10:00am-12:00pm Course # 36764Meets at: Wannamaker County Parkee: $9/$7 CCR Discount Age: 9 & up

NDIGO AT OLD TOWNEearn to make dye from manufactured indigo, or directly fromhe plant, and dye your own t-shirt while talking about indigosistory in South Carolina. Take an indigo plant home with you.

Apr 11 Sat 10:00am-12:00pm Course # 36755Meets at: Old Towne Creek County Parkee: $24/$20 CCR Discount Age: 5 & up

NTERPRETIVE VOLUNTEER TRAINING - BEACH PROGRAMearn skills and techniques to enrich your experience whenolunteering with the Interpretation department. Learn how toull a seine net and identify local sh so that you can assist theeam with their school eld trips.

Apr 27 Mon 4:00pm-5:00pm Course # 36333Meets at: Folly Beach County Parkee: Free with gate admission Age: 18 & up

PRAISE HOUSE TO PLAY GROUND: CALL AND RESPONSE MUThis musical style, popular at places like McLeod Plantation, fouits way to the worship house and into the games children play.Come prepared to sing and play!

May 9 Sat 1:00pm-2:00pm Course # 36872May 23 Sat 11:00am-12:00pm Course # 36873Meets at: McLeod Plantation Historic SiteFee: $24/$20 CCR Discount Age: 5 & up

THE PRESERVATION OF McLEOD PLANTATION HISTORIC SHistoric preservation architect Glenn Keyes will present on thework his rm undertook to stabilize and preserve the interiorsand exteriors of the buildings at this site, which is on the NatioRegister of Historic Places.

May 14 Thu 7:00pm-8:00pm Course # 36877Meets at: McLeod Plantation Historic SiteFee: $24/$20 CCR Discount Age: 15 & up

UNVEILING MCLEOD PLANTATION HISTORIC SITE -

THE 55thMASSACHUSETTS VOLUNTEER INFANTRY REGIMENFollowing the 1863 Emancipation Proclamation, African Americfrom the North and the South joined the ght for freedom. Weexplore the experiences of this African American regiment, whiit was headquartered at McLeod Plantation Historic Site, afterCharlestons fall.

May 2 Sat 10:30am-11:30am Course # 36874May 16 Sat 11:30am-12:30pm Course # 36875May 30 Sat 1:30pm-2:30pm Course # 36876Meets at: McLeod Plantation Historic SiteFee: $24/$20 CCR Discount Age: 1 & up


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BEGINNER CLIMBINGNTRODUCTION TO CLIMBINGearn proper technique, how to belay, basic knots, and use of gear.

Mar 1 Sun 1:00pm-4:00pm Course # 36281

Apr 5 Sun 1:00pm-4:00pm Course # 36282May 3 Sun 1:00pm-4:00pm Course # 36283Meets at: James Island County Parkee: $30/$25 CCR Discount Age: 14 & up

CLIMBING MOVEMENTYoull learn better footwork, balance, body positioning, and more.

Mar 15 Sun 1:00pm-4:00pm Course # 36285May 17 Sun 1:00pm-4:00pm Course # 36288Meets at: James Island County Parkee: $30/$25 CCR Discount Age: 14 & up

PALMETTO PUMP & USA CLIMBING COMPETITIONJoin us for our annual competition in conjunction with USAClimbing. This nationally sanctioned event plays hosts to 70+climbers from around the Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern U.S.Registration will end April 16, 2015 at midnight.

All participants registered before April 6 will receive a free evenT-shirt. Participants ages 14 and under must be accompanied an adult chaperone. No on-site registration.

Apr 18 Sat 8:00am-2:00pm Course # 36302 (Junior)Course # 36303 (Adult)

Meets at: James Island County Park

Fee: $40/$45 after April 5 Age: 6 & up

NTERMEDIATE CLIMBINGSPORT CLIMBINGTake the next step after Top Roping. Skills covered includelipping, falling, belaying, and more. CCPRC Belay Card and abilityo climb 5.8-rated routes required.

Mar 22 Sun 10:00am-2:00pm Course # 36273May 24 Sun 10:00am-2:00pm Course # 36274Meets at: James Island County Parkee: $39/$32 CCR Discount Age: 14 & up

CLIMBING SELF RESCUELearn valuable rescue skills for your next rock-climbing trip.Rescue theories, belay escapes, and counter balance ascents will

be covered. Participants should have a current CCPRC Belay Card.Mar 29 Sun 10:00am-4:00pm Course # 36278Meets at: James Island County Parkee: $44/$36 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

TRAINING FOR CLIMBINGLearn valuable training techniques and strategies from theoaches of Team Charleston. We will provide you with the tools tomprove your climbing on and off the wall.

Apr 26 Sun 12:00pm-3:00pm Course # 36890May 31 Sun 12:00pm-3:00pm Course # 36892Meets at: James Island County Parkee: $33/$27 CCR Discount Age: 14 & up

COLLEGE DAYSStudents with a current ID will receive a free harness and shoe re

Mar 4-May 27 Wed 12:00pm-7:00pmMeets at: James Island County ParkCollege Student Fee: $12 Age: 16 & up

HOW TO BELAYMar 3 Tue 5:30pm-7:30pm Course # 36886Mar 17 Tue 5:30pm-7:30pm Course # 36887Apr 7 Tue 5:30pm-7:30pm Course # 36888Apr 21 Tue 5:30pm-7:30pm Course # 36889May 5 Tue 5:30pm-7:30pm Course # 36895May 19 Tue 5:30pm-7:30pm Course # 36896Meets at: James Island County ParkFee: $14/$12 CCR Discount Age: 14 & up

NIGHT CLIMBINGEnjoy an night under the stars! Bring your own headlamp/ashl

Mar 5-May28 Thu 5:00pm-10:00pmMeets at: James Island County ParkFee: $14/$12 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

FAMILY BELAY LESSONChildren ages 4-13 will climb while parents learn to belay. Ageand up can learn to belay as well as climb.

Mar 8 Sun 1:00pm-4:00pm Course # 36271Apr 12 Sun 1:00pm-4:00pm Course # 36272May 10 Sun 1:00pm-4:00pm Course # 36897Meets at: James Island County ParkFee: $22/$18 CCR Discount Age: 4 & up

Advanced Climbing Family Belay Sessio

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ARCHERY CLUBIn six weeks, your child will learn the basics of archery and rececoaching and practice to hone their skills.

TEAM SEEWEE

Mar 4-Apr 8 Wed 4:30pm-6:30pm Course # 36426Meets at: Palmetto Islands County ParkFee: $108/$90 CCR Discount Age: 8-16

TEAM STONOMar 5-Apr 9 Thu 4:30pm-6:30pm Course # 36425Meets at: James Island County ParkFee: $108/$90 CCR Discount Age: 8-16

BOY SCOUT MERIT BADGEARCHERY MERIT BADGEThis class meets all the requirements for obtaining the ArcheryMerit Badge using compound bows.

Mar 14 Sat 9:00am-12:30pm Course # 36693Meets at: James Island County ParkFee: $48/$40 CCR Discount Age: 10-17

CANOE MERIT BADGEThis class meets all the requirements for obtaining the CanoeMerit Badge, except First Aid and Leave No Trace.

Mar 21 Sat 9:00am-3:30pm Course # 36692Meets at: James Island County ParkFee: $48/$40 CCR Discount Age: 10-17

Disc Golf

AFTER SCHOOL ADVENTURESHIGH CHALLENGE COURSEMar 10 Tue 4:30pm-6:30pm Course # 36690Meets at: James Island County Parkee: $12/$10 CCR Discount Age: 10-14

DISC GOLFMar 13 Fri 4:30pm-6:30pm Course # 36699Meets at: James Island County Park

Mar 20 Fri 4:30pm-6:30pm Course # 36700Meets at: Palmetto Islands County Park

Mar 27 Fri 4:30pm-6:30pm Course # 36701Meets at: Wannamaker County Parkee: $12/$10 CCR Discount Age: 8-12

KAYAKINGApr 28 Tue 4:30pm-6:00pm Course # 36836Meets at: Palmetto Islands County Park

Apr 29 Wed 4:30pm-6:00pm Course # 36833Meets at: James Island County Parkee: $12/$10 CCR Discount Age: 8-12

STAND UP PADDLEBOARDINGMay 5 Tue 4:30pm-6:00pm Course # 36835Meets at: Palmetto Islands County Park

May 6 Wed 4:30pm-6:00pm Course # 36837Meets at: James Island County Parkee: $12/$10 CCR Discount Age: 8-12

ArChery - FAmIly edItIon

Mar 17 Tue 4:30pm-6:30pm Course # 36696Meets at: James Island County Park

Mar 24 Tue 4:30pm-6:30pm Course # 36697Meets at: Palmetto Islands County Parkee: $12/$10 CCR Discount Age: 8 & up

Archery Club


High Challenge Course


sPrIng BreAk exPlorers CAmPKids will spend their days having a blast doing arts ancrafts, playing cooperative games, scaling The ClimbinWall, and exploring the natural world.

Mar 30-Apr 3 Mon-Fri 8:30am- 4:30pm Course # 3642Meets at: James Island County ParkFee: $176/$160 CCR Discount Age: 6-9

DISC GOLF LEAGUECompete for prizes and claim your spot on the league trophy.

DGA membership is not required but members will get pointsoward their ranking. Saturdays this spring (except March 28 and

April 18).

Mar 7-May 9 Sat 1:00pm-3:00pmMeets at: James Island County Parkee: $4 Age: All ages welcome


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STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD (SUP)NSTRUCTIONAL CLASSESntro to suP - level 1

Mar 15 Sun 1:00pm-3:00pm Course # 36841Mar 22 Sun 10:00am-12:00pm Course # 36842Apr 25 Sat 10:00am-12:00pm Course # 36843

May 2 Sat 10:00am-12:00pm Course # 36844May 9 Sat 10:00am-12:00pm Course # 36925May 16 Sat 10:00am-12:00pm Course # 36846May 23 Sat 10:00am-12:00pm Course # 36847May 30 Sat 10:00am-12:00pm Course # 36848Meets at: James Island County ParkFee: $24/$20 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

ntermedIAte suP - level 2May 30 Sat 1:00pm-3:00pm Course # 36849Meets at: James Island County ParkFee: $24/$20 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

SEA KAYAK INSTRUCTIONAL CLASSESearn new skills or take your abilities to the next level! Fast trackour improvements with American Canoe Association (ACA)-ertied instructors who keep an eye on safety while creating an

xciting learning environment.ACA kAyAk QuICkstArt - level 1his program is an introduction to paddling a kayak, touching onrange of skills for the beginner.

Mar 15 Sun 10:00am-12:00pm Course # 36838Apr 4 Sat 10:00am-12:00pm Course # 36839Meets at: James Island County Parkee: $30/$25 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

ACA IntroduCtIon to kAyAkIng - level 1his is a more comprehensive program emphasizing safety,njoyment, and skill acquisition for entry-level paddlers!

Apr 26 Sun 12:00pm-4:00pm Course # 36861

May 31 Sun 12:00pm-4:00pm Course # 36862Meets at: James Island County Parkee: $48/$40 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

Kayak Navigation

SUP Instructional Classes

or more information, visit CharlestonCountyParks.com or call (843) 795-4386.

The following courses may be taken as stand-alonelearning opportunities or as part of an eight-weekseries building toward an ACA skills assessment.KAYAKING SWEEPS AND DRAWS

Learn how to move and maneuver your kayak efcientlyand effectively.

Apr 25 Sat 1:00pm-3:00pm Course # 36851Meets at: James Island County ParkFee: $30/$25 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

KAYAK BRACING AND RUDDERSLearn the tools necessary to stay upright and in control in variocoastal conditions.

May 2 Sat 1:00pm-3:00pm Course # 36852Meets at: James Island County ParkFee: $30/$25 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

KAYAK PRACTICE IN A COASTAL ENVIRONMENTMay 9 Sat 1:00pm-4:00pm Course # 36853May 30 Sat 1:00pm-4:00pm Course # 36856Meets at: CCPRC HeadquartersFee: $42/$35 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

KAYAK FORWARD STROKEMay 16 Sat 1:00pm-3:00pm Course # 36854Meets at: James Island County ParkFee: $30/$25 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

KAYAK RESCUESMay 23 Sat 1:00pm-3:00pm Course # 36855Meets at: James Island County ParkFee: $30/$25 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

KAYAK NAVIGATIONJune 6 Sat 1:00pm-4:00pm Course # 36863Meets at: CCPRC HeadquartersFee: $42/$35 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

KAYAK TRIP PLANNINGJune 12 Fri 6:00pm-8:00pm Course # 36864June 13 Sat 10:00am-1:00pmMeets at: CCPRC HeadquartersFee: $78/$65 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

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ACA INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION COURSESCertication is based upon successful demonstration of technicalompetency and teaching skills. For more information, visit

www.americancanoe.org. Participants requiring an update only

must contact Joshua Hall at (843) 762-2172 or [email protected] details and pricing.

-3/4 CoAstAl kAyAk develoPment workshoP (Idw)he IDW will allow aspiring instructors to experience the ACAurriculum and work on their own teaching techniques. This

workshop will help to prepare students for the ACA Level 3 or 4Coastal Kayaking Instructor Certication Exam.

Mar 22-25 Sun-Wed 8:30am-5:30pm Course # 36238Meets at: James Island County Parkee: $500/$475 CCR Discount Age: 18 & up

-3/4 CoAstAl kAyAk CertIFICAtIon exAm (ICe)

he ICE will allow aspiring instructors to demonstrate theirwn teaching ability, personal skills, on-water leadership, andnowledge of the ACA Coastal Kayak curriculum. Participation inhis course does not guarantee certication. Candidates shoulde procient in all skills on the appropriate ACA course outlinesefore attending the ICE.

Apr 15-16 Wed-Thu 8:30am-5:30pm Course # 36239Meets at: James Island County Parkee: $250/$225 CCR Discount Age: 18 & up

INTRODUCTION TO KAYAK ROLLINGIncrease your condence and abilities while learning how to rokayak, reviewing rescue techniques, or other skills. All classes tplace in a controlled environment to ensure your comfort.

Mar 23, 25, 27 Mon, Wed, Fri 7:00pm-8:00pm Course # 368Meets at: Off-Site LocationFee: $54/$45 CCR Discount Age: 13 & u

PADDLESPORTS TEAMLearn the basics of canoeing, kayaking, and SUPing in a fun cluatmosphere. Registration includes entry into the SUP BIC OnDesign Race May 14.

Apr 27-May 18 Mon 4:30pm-6:30pm Course # 368Meets at: James Island County ParkFee: $72/$60 CCR Discount Age: 12-17

LONG SAVANNAH INTERPRETIVE CANOE TOURFrom Bulow Boat Landing, well paddle through woodlands anthe old rice elds that once covered the area. This trip will sureoffer some wonderful wildlife sightings.

May 3 Sun 8:00am-12:30pm Course # 368Meets at: CCPRC HeadquartersFee: $46/$38 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

BAsIC sAIlIng level 1Learn the basics of sailing from US Sailing Certied Instructors,and feel comfortable on the water. Learn basic sailingnomenclature, along with rigging and de-rigging skills, safety, the basics of tacking, jibing, and docking.

May 15, 17 Fri 5:30pm-8:00pm Course # 368

Sun 9:30am-8:00pmMeets at: CCPRC HeadquartersFee: $132/$120 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

Basic Sailing Advanced Climbing Kayak Rolli

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

CPOF ONE DESIGN CHALLENGE

All competitors will use the same SUP design and gear and bentered into a national drawing for a SUP. No registration requiredor festival participants. Just show your wristband at registration.

Apr 18 Sat 4:30pm- 6:30pm Course # 36879Meets at: James Island County Parkee: $5/Free for ECPOF registrants Age: 16 & up

UP BIC ONE DESIGN RACE SERIESoin us for these friendly SUP competitions in the BICSUP One

Design Challenge. All competitors will use the same board designnd gear and be entered into a national drawing for a SUP.

May 14 Thu 5:30pm-6:30pm Course # 36840Meets at: James Island County Park

ee: $5 Age: 16 & up

SUP BIC One Design Race


WILDERNESS FIRST AID TRAININGThis intensive 2-day hands-on certication, taught byWilderness Medical Associates, covers how to deal with mediemergencies in the wilderness, at summer camp, or on the traClass supplements lectures with realistic simulations.

May 16-17 Sat, Sun 8:00am-6:00pm Course #37173Meets at: James Island County Park

Fee: $237/$215 CCR Discount Age: 16 & u


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SUMMER

CAMPS2015

Registration

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Available at James Island County Park andMount Pleasant Palmetto Islands County Park:ep Capages 6-9

Adventure Camp ages 10-12 Available at Folly Beach County Park andIsle of Palms County Park:J. lifa Pa ages 10-16

Available at recreation facilities in Baptist Hill,Johns Island, and McClellanville:o Cap ages 5-12

Available at Wannamaker County Park:ep Capages 6-9

Departs from James Island County Park:Teen Venture Camp ages 13-16

Adventure awaits in the Summer Camp programs oered by your Charleston County parks! Our younger campers will enjoy the hands-on

fun of Explorers Camp and Odyssey Camp, while older youth can explore a diverse assortment of outdoor activities at Adventure Camp, Teen

Venture Camp, Sailing Camp, and our Junior Lifeguard Program. Designed to challenge, entertain, and inspire, our summer programs focuson developing physical, social, and decision-making skills while promoting self-condence, environmental awareness, and, plenty of fun.

We are committed to providing a positive and supportive summer experience for your child and you. Come out and play with us!


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EQUESTRIAN

EQUESTRIAN SHOWSMullet Hall Equestrian Center at Johns Island CountyPark hosts year-round horse shows that are open to thepublic. Events include Hunter, Jumper, and Open shows.pectators are invited to enjoy the shows for free.

ASHLEY HALL HORSE SHOWSontact Heidi Ravenel at [email protected] 14-15 Sat,Sun 9:00am-5:00pmMeets at: Mullet Hall Equestrian Center

Trail Riding

TIDELANDS COMBINED TRAININGContact Christy Mackanass at 843-324-5381.

April 11 Sat 9:00am-5:00pmMeets at: Mullet Hall Equestrian Center

COASTAL ISLANDS HORSE SHOW

Contact Terri Skinner at [email protected] 28 Sat 9:00am-5:00pmApril 25 Sat 9:00am-5:00pmMay 16 Sat 9:00am-5:00pmMeets at: Mullet Hall Equestrian Center


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PROGRAMS AVAILABLE AT BAPTIST HILL,McCLELLANVILLE, AND JOHNS ISLAND-BAll

Mar 4-Apr 22 Wed 6:00pm-7:00pmMeets at: Schroder Community Center

Haut Gap Middle SchoolSt James Santee Rural Rec Complex

ee: $18/$15 CCR Discount Ages 4-6

TART SMART SOCCERMar 4-Apr 8 Wed 6:00pm-7:00pmMeets at: Schroder Community Center

Mar 4-Apr 22 Wed 6:00pm-7:00pmMeets at: St Johns High School

St James Santee Rural Rec Complexee: $18/$15 CCR Discount Age: 3-5

Co-ed youth trACk And FIeld

Mar 4-Apr 22 Wed 6:00pm-7:00pmMeets at: Schroder Community CenterSt Johns High SchoolSt James Santee Rural Rec Complex

ee: $18/$15 CCR Discount Age: 7-12

INY TOT OLYMPICSGroup event for school and childcare groups. Activities include

asketball, obstacle course, golf putt, and a trike race.Registration required no later than April 3.Mar 20 Fri 10:00am-11:30am Course # 36337Meets at: St James Santee Rural Rec Complex

Apr 17 Fri 9:30am-10:30am Course # 36338Meets at: Schroder Community Center

May13 Wed 10:00am-11:30am Course # 36336Meets at: St Johns High School


YOUTH ARCHERYMar 7-28 Sat 10:00am-11:30am Course # 36368Meets at: Schroder Community Center

Apr 11-May 2 Sat 10:00am-11:30am Course # 36365Meets at: St James Santee Rural Rec Complex

May 2-May 23 Sat 10:00am-11:30am Course # 36505Meets at: St Johns High School


McCLELLANVILLE ONLYMICRO SOCCERAge: 5-8Mar 4-Apr 22 Wed 6:00pm-7:30pm Course # 36427Meets at: St James Santee Rural Rec ComplexFee: $18/$15 CCR DiscountAge: 9-11Mar 4-Apr 22 Wed 6:00pm-7:30pm Course # 36428Meets at: St James Santee Rural Rec ComplexFee: $18/$15 CCR Discount

BICYCLE RODEOFun, instructional clinic for kids to learn about safe bike ridingskills, enjoy a bike parade, bike care, obstacle course, and gam

Apr 11 Sat 10:00am-12:00pm Course # 363Meets at: St James Santee Rural Rec ComplexFee: $3/$2 CCR Discount Age: 5-11

COMMUNITY RECREATION

T-Ball Track and FieSoccer

= Chaperone required forages 12 & under.

COMMUNITY RECREATIONOPEN GYM HOURS

McCLELLANVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOLAdult Basketball and Weight Room

Available:Tuesdays, Thursdays & Sundays 7-9:30pm

SCHRODER COMMUNITY CENTERBasketball, Fitness, Weight and Game RoomsAvailable:

Monday-Thursday 1-7pmSaturdays 10am-7pm

For additional details about all CommunityRecreation facilities, visit

CharlestonCountyParks.com


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BAPTIST HILL ONLYBAseBAll - CoACh PItChMar 4-Apr 15 Wed 6:00pm-7:00pm Course # 36412Meets at: Schroder Community Centeree: $18/$15 CCR Discount Ages 7-9

MICRO SOCCERAge: 5-8Mar 4-Apr 22 Wed 6:00pm-7:30pm Course # 36247Meets at: Schroder Community Centeree: $18/$15 CCR Discount

Age: 9-11Mar 4-Apr 22 Wed 6:00pm-7:30pm Course # 36248Meets at: Schroder Community Centeree: $18/$15 CCR Discount

re-kArAteMar 25-May 13 Wed 5:30pm-6:00pm Course # 36353Meets at: Schroder Community Centeree: $48/$40 CCR Discount Age: 3-6

NTRODUCTION TO KARATEMar 25-May 13 Wed 6:00pm-7:00pm Course # 36352Meets at: Schroder Community Centeree: $48/$40 CCR Discount Age: 7-14

youth trIPs And tours - hIke the BrIdgeVisit locations by participating in these fun trips. Exciting, group

ike across the Ravenel Bridge with possible additional stops. Bringunch money for stop along the way. Transportation provided.

Apr 4 Sat 9:45am-3:00pm Course # 36370Meets at: Schroder Community Centeree: Free Age: 10 & up

OHNS ISLAND ONLYREADY SET RUN FOR GIRLSReady, Set, Run is an instructional running program that preparesouth to participate in a 5K run. Age cut off December 31, 2014.

Mar 9 -Apr 22 Mon,Wed 4:30pm-5:30pm Course # 36252Meets at: Haut Gap Middle Schoolee: $18/$15 CCR Discount Age: 8-13

COMMUNITY RECREATION

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MARCH EVENTS

mac 7: t m ha tai r 8:30a - 2pMullet Hall Equestrian Center at Johns Island County

mac 14: s. Pa Paza* 12p - 4pNorth Charleston Wannamaker County Park

mac 15: C Appciai da 12p - Select County Parks, visit CharlestonCountyParks.com

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James Island County Park, 12p - 6p

APRIL EVENTSApi 1, 15 & 29: wi d waOld Towne Creek County Park, 5p - 7p

Api 7 & 21: BaOld Towne Creek County Park, 5p - 7p

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Api 25: mcl Paai hiic siga opiMcLeod Plantation Historic Site, 9a - 4p

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MAY EVENTS

ma 5: Bald Towne Creek County Park, 5p - 7p

ma 9: waaake movie nigorth Charleston Wannamaker County Park, 8:15p - 11p

ma 14: yapp hou*mes Island County Park, 4p - 8p

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Mount Pleasant Pier, 7p - 11p(All-Access Discount available)ma 22: moolig mixe*olly Beach Fishing Pier, 7p-11p (All-Access Discount available)

ma 31: Caleo spi tialo - race #1mes Island County Park, 7a-12pll remaining triathlon dates:#2:Jun 21, #3:Jul 12, #4:Jul 26, #5:Aug 9)

MOUNT PLEASANT PIER FISHINGOnline registration ends the Thursday before each tournamenOn-site registration begins at 6:00am. Prizes awarded at 2:15pTournaments held rain or shine.

SPRING FISHING KICKOFFA Lowcountry expert will be on hand to share techniques thatwill make shing the Mount Pleasant Pier a fun and rewardingexperience.

May 3 Sun 1:00pm-2:00pm Course # 36243

Meets at: Mount Pleasant PierFee: Free Age: 3 & up

KAHUNA ON THE COOPEREnter the springs largest shing tournament with prizes awardfor the largest game sh catch in Adult Angler, Lady Angler, YoAngler (12 & under), Senior Angler (60+), and Total Weight of Fish. Compete for a chance to win a two year lease on a Subarwith a state record catch of southern ounder.

May 9 Sat 6:00am-4:00pm Course # 35548Meets at: Mount Pleasant PierFee: $13/$10 CCR Discount

$8 seniors & ages 3-12

$5 Fish Pass-holders

FOLLY PIER FISHINGOnline registration ends the Thursday before each tournamentOn-site registration begins at 6:00am. Prizes awarded at 2:15p

SUMMER PIER KICKOFF TOURNAMENTPrizes will be awarded for the largest game sh catch in AdultAngler, Lady Angler, Youth Angler (12 and under), Senior Angle(60+), and Total Weight of Five Fish.

May 23 Sat 6:00am-2:00pm Course # 35549Course # 35550 King Mack

Meets at: Folly Beach Fishing PierFee: $13/$10 CCR Discount

$8 seniors & ages 3-12$5 Fish Pass-holders$15/$13 CCR Discount - King Mackerel

FISHING

Folly Beach Fishing Pie


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PECIAL NEEDS DANCE PARTYPeople with special needs and their families and friends arenvited to an unforgettable night on the pier! Dance the nightway under the stars while enjoying your favorite music.

May 13 Wed 5:30pm-7:30pm Course # 35540Meets at: Cooper River Room at Mt Pleasant Pier

Ages 4 & up: $5/$4 CCR Discount Ages 3 & under: Free

AccessABILITY

FITNESS

SPECIAL NEEDS SWIM NIGHT AT SPLASH ZONEPeople with special needs and their families are invited to anunforgettable night at one of our water parks! Enjoy the lazy riverrace down the slides and take a dip in the pool. A paid chaperonrequired for all participants. The raindate for this event is May 16

May 9 Sat 6:30pm-8:30pm Course # 35914Meets at: Splash Zone at James Island County ParkAges 3 and up: $7 Ages 2 and under: Free

ANIMAL VOCALIZATIONS FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIREDWe will listen for and learn about owls, frogs, insects, and othernocturnal noisemakers. Blind and visually impaired, as well assighted persons with an interest in sharpening listening skills, arewelcome. Join naturalists to discover who is making noises at nig

Apr 10 Fri 5:00pm-7:00pm Course # 36769Meets at: Caw Caw Interpretive CenterFee: $9/$7 CCR Discount Age: 9 & up

HORT CIRCUIThis 45-minute class is designed to maximize calorie burn in anfcient get-in, get-out style.

Mar 9-May 20 Mon, Wed 5:45pm-6:45pmMeets at: James Island County Park

Mar 10-May 21 Tue, Thu 5:30pm-6:30pmMeets at: Palmetto Islands County Parkee: $10/$8 CCR Discount - per class Age: 16 & up

$7/$5 CCR Discount - if registered for 6 or more classes$10 Drop-in fee

YOGA UNPLUGGEDBask in the sights and sounds of the beach during this sunset yogaeries complete with live acoustic music. Open to all tness levels.

Apr 6-May 20 Mon, Wed 5:45pm-6:45pmMeets at: Folly Beach County Park

Apr 7-May21 Tue, Thu 5:45pm-6:45pmMeets at: Isle of Palms County Park

ee: $10/$8 CCR Discount - per class Age: 16 & up$7/$5 CCR Discount - if registered for 6 or more classes$10 Drop-in fee

suP (stAnd uP PAddleBoArd)SUP meets yoga on the lake, a beginner-friendly setting with ncurrent or tide. (10 classes total)

Apr 20-May 20 Mon, Wed 7:15am-8:15am Course # 364Meets at: James Island County ParkFee: $99/$82 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

isuP (stAnd uP PAddleBoArd)This series uses intervals of barre, Pilates, and yoga to build costability and develop full body strength. (10 classes total)

Apr 21-May 21 Tue, Thu 5:45pm-6:45pm Course # 364Meets at: James Island County ParkFee: $99/$82 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up

WALK AND RESTORERestorative yoga professionals lead participants along walkingloops, stopping intermittently to stretch, then focus on restorayoga. Note: Class is not offered on May 25.

Mar 2-May 28 Mon, Thu 9:30am-10:30amMeets at: James Island County Park

Mar 2-May 28 Mon, Thu 10:00am-11:00amMeets at: Caw Caw Interpretive CenterFee: $10/$8 CCR Discount - per class Age: 16 & up

$7/$5 CCR Discount - if registered for 6 or more classes$10 Drop-in fee

sPrInt trIAthlon 101 ClInICThis clinic will provide helpful tips/training for those planning a triathlon. Fee includes entry into one Charleston Sprint TriathSeries race.

Apr 28-May 28 Tue, Thu 5:45pm-6:30pm Course # 367Meets at: James Island County ParkFee: $176/$160 CCR Discount Age: 16 & up




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