Posted on July 12, 2008 by shoutabout
So much to see, so much to do at Table Rock State Park the undisputed jewel of the South Carolina mountains. The park is at the edge of the Blue Ridge Escarpment off of scenic highway 11, relative short drive from Greenville and little over an hour drive from Charlotte. Table Rock mountain has [...]
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Posted on July 8, 2008 by shoutabout
Save some gas money and come relax right here in the heart of Columbia at Sesquicentennial Park. Since 1937 the “granny” welcomed millions of visitors and outdoor enthusiasts. It’s affordable, fun and healthy way to spend a day with the family.
For those of you new to town read my previous post to get more [...]
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Posted on June 18, 2008 by shoutabout
Recently I spent an extraordinary week with my 4 years old at the Oconee State Park in beautiful Carolina Upcountry. If you wonder about what to do, where to go and what places to visit while vacationing in the South Carolina mountains then read along.
Free activities
• Hike the easygoing 1 mile loop trail to enjoy [...]
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Posted on June 12, 2008 by shoutabout
The Buzz
As soon as you step on the beach at Lake Jocassee inside Devils Fork State Park you feel like you’re in one of the fanciful Caribbean islands travel posters: crystal clear blue waters bordered by spectacular Blue Ridge Mountains covered in lush green forests and a sun-kissed beach with a pinkish “sand” to [...]
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Posted on May 28, 2008 by shoutabout
Chartered in 1711, Beaufort is South Carolina’s second oldest town after Charleston and its best kept travel secret…not for long!
Here are some things worth shouting about this historic yet vibrant little town recently dubbed “the Newport of the South”:
Top 50 Waterfront Adventure Towns in the nation
The 100 Best Small Art Towns in America
The Kaleidoscope [...]
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Posted on May 17, 2008 by shoutabout
There is a lot of fun things to do at Edisto Island State Park besides the usual beach activities.
Interpretive Center and Outdoor Action
1. Kids love spending time at the Interpretive Center, a truly “green” building featuring hands-on exhibits and year around nature learning classes. There is a daily live show around 12 PM. Kids can [...]
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Posted on May 11, 2008 by shoutabout
Edisto Memorial Gardens: imagine 150 acres filled with roses, azaleas, camellias and many other floral beauties spaced among Yoshino cherry, giant oaks and century old cypress trees. This is as close to Eden as you can ever get. And is FREE for everyone to enjoy!
Located in Orangeburg, “The Garden City”, and easily accessible from [...]
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Posted on May 8, 2008 by shoutabout
Need some peaceful time at the beach, close to attractions and civilization yet away from the big city resorts crowds? Sunset Beach NC is your answer. The beach is located off highway 17 just 30 minutes drive from North Myrtle Beach and 1 hour from Wilmington NC.
Tips to know before you go
1. If you stay [...]
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Posted on May 6, 2008 by shoutabout
Lake Wateree is a fisherman’s delight big on big blues, crappie, bream, largemouth bass, striped bass and nightime cat-fishing. The parks even has a tackle and gift shop open daily till 8 PM; besides fishing supplies you can get snacks, drinks, souvenirs, firewood and fishing licenses.
Things to do
No worries if you’re not so big [...]
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Posted on April 26, 2008 by shoutabout
Looking for a nice, relaxing, cheap and outdoor fun family weekend getaway? Columbia residents are spoiled with a 2000 acres “playground” at the Harbison State Forest park only 9 miles from downtown. The Harbison park is one of the largest public green spaces inside the city limits of a metropolitan area in the eastern United [...]
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