Audubon Center At Beidler Forest (843) 462-2150 • www.beidlerforest.com • The Lowcountry’s “real swamp” experience! The Audubon Society’s Francis Beidler Forest contains the largest stand of virgin bald cypress and tupelo gum swamp forest left in the world. 1,000-year old trees, native wildlife abound in this untouched sanctuary. 1.75mile boardwalk allows the chance to venture deep into the heart of the swamp. Tues-Sun, 9-5. Harleyville, S.C., I-26 W to exit 187, follow “Beidler Forest” signs.
Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site 1500 Old Towne Road • Charleston • (see area map) • Phone: (843) 852-4200. Hours: daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Web: www.charlestownelanding.travel • Charles Towne Landing is the birthplace of Charleston and South Carolina. Established in 1670, this is where your visit to historic Charleston begins. Today, Charles Towne Landing SHS experiences include a museum, outdoor exhibits along the History Trail with an accompanying audio tour, cannon demonstrations and special events, the Adventure, a reproduction 17th century trading vessel and the Animal Forest zoo. Visit their events page and website for more information.
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