Educational Experiences and Fall Foliage Glamping in South Carolina

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The new school year is looking quite different; however, field trips are a great way to reboot a homeschooling week in order to get out of the house and learn about a new area. South Carolina is home to many sites that highlight the history and culture of the Palmetto State, making homeschooling field trips a breeze for parents.

  • Fort Sumter National Monument(link is external), located at the entrance to Charleston Harbor, is a historic reminder of the war between the states and is open daily for tours, or visitors can roam about freely.
  • Cypress Gardens (link is external)in Moncks Corner, recognizable from movies “The Notebook and “The Patriot,” features picturesque views along 3.5 miles of walking/hiking paths which loop through the swamps and garden.
  • From learning about aquaponics gardening to making butter from cream, Arabella Farm(link is external) provides hands-on 2-4 hour field trip experiences that can be tailored to any grade level and interest, taught by real teachers and knowledgeable volunteers.
  • Home to the largest remnant of old-growth floodplain forest remaining on the continent, Congaree National Park(link is external) is one of the state’s natural treasures for studying biodiversity while walking, paddling or just relaxing within this dynamic floodplain ecosystem.
  • ARTworks(link is external) is a county-wide Community Arts Center, Gallery & Theater located in Beaufort Town Center. ARTworks is the home to the offices of the Arts Council of Beaufort County, 11 Resident Artists, a professional art supply store, and a community gallery, theater, and workshop space where quality artists & educators can share their artform in a safe and family-friendly environment.
  • Thirty historic structures, ranging from the 1760s through the 1800s, are preserved in Historic Brattonsville(link is external) for a trip back in time to see life as it was then for Scot-Irish immigrants, the Brattons, at Historic Brattonsville.

Fall Foliage Glamping:

Between October and November, you can find the most beautiful fall foliage at Table Rock State Park (link is external)in Pickens, SC. The park itself not only has camping(link is external), but it also has gorgeous, “glamping” type cabins(link is external). The cabins are completely furnished, with heat and air-conditioning, basic cooking and eating utensils, screened in porch and a cozy fireplace. Insider tip: if available, reserve cabin 5 – it’s the most sought-after cabin as it has the most stunning overlook of the park.

Here’s how to make the most of your visit:

  • Hike to the top of Table Rock Mountain – this is the ultimate view for foliage and worth the effort!
  • Take an easy hike on the Lakeside Trail.
  • Paddle or fish for bass, bream and catfish at one of the park’s two lakes.
  • Make sure to plan your trip around the “Music on the Mountain(link is external)” bluegrass program that takes place on the second Saturday of each month, from 2-6 p.m.

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