The Caw Caw Interpretive Center, located about 20 miles from downtown Charleston, is a great place for walking, birding, and enjoying nature. The Interpretive Center is located on land once part of several rice plantations and home to enslaved Africans. Visitors will learn about the history of rice production and the significance African American slaves provided in rice production.
The park features over 6 miles of well maintained raised trails, bridges, and boardwalks that wind through numerous distinct coastal plain habitats. Animals that may be encountered include alligators, otters, turtles, snakes, lizards, frogs, crabs, deer, ospreys and eagles.
The park also has a learning center which includes exhibits about the park, a picnic area, butterfly garden, and museum store.
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Hours:
Tuesday - Sunday 9 am - 5 pm
Closed on Mondays, except for President's Day, Memorial Day, and Labor Day.
Admission:
General Admission $2
Children 2 and under Free
Caw Caw Interpretive Center
5200 Savannah Hwy
Ravenel SC 29470
(843) 762-8015
Caw Caw Interpretive Center Website
What: Early Morning Bird Walks
When: Wednesdays and Saturdays
Where: Caw Caw Interpretive Center
Time: 8:30 am - 10:30 am
Admission: $9
Join us on one or more of our regular bird walks. Our trek through many distinct habitats will allow us to view and discuss various birds, butterflies, and other organisms. Register online.
What: Nature RX: Forest Bathing Fridays
When: Wednesdays
Where: Caw Caw Interpretive Center
Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Admission: $9
Join a naturalist for some ecotherapy in a county park. Warning: potential side effects may include improved mood, improved circulation, interest in something new, and spontaneous euphoria. This program will not include heavy-duty exercise, or actual bathing. It is simply being in nature and connecting with it through the senses of sight, hearing, taste, smell, and touch. The practice of forest bathing is called shinrin-yoku in Japanese. Shinrin means “forest,” and yoku means “bath.” So shinrin-yoku means bathing in the forest atmosphere, or taking in the forest through our senses. Through the practice of shinrin-yoku, we may bridge the gap between us and the natural world. The practice of forest bathing is called shinrin-yoku in Japanese. Shinrin means “forest,” and yoku means “bath.” So shinrin-yoku means bathing in the forest atmosphere, or taking in the forest through our senses. Through the practice of shinrin-yoku, we may bridge the gap between us and the natural world. Register online.
What: Owl Prowl
When: Feb. 25, 2023
Where: Caw Caw Interpretive Center
Time: 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Admission: $9
Owls have long captivated humans with their majestic appearance and enchanting sounds. This evening excursion will give you a greater understanding of the nocturnal predators that may be found in your backyard, the sounds they make, and the adaptations that aid them in successfully navigating the natural world. Register online.
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