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Paddle On!

This weekend one of the largest paddlesports events (and more) on the East Coast takes place at James Island County Park in Charleston… and it’s a really great time.

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Whether you’re a devoted outdoor sporting enthusiast or just beginner, there’s something for you at this really fun and helpful three-day festival. Explore canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, rock climbing, slacklining, mountain biking, archery and even disc golf at the 25th Annual East Coast Paddleports & Outdoor Festival.

There will be all sorts of hand-on workshops and, best of all, the chance to get out on the water on just about any piece of floating equipment being displayed. While packages range up to $155 for the full weekend, for just $10 you can get a “Try It” pass that lets you paddle all day on all the different manufacturers’ kayaks, canoes and paddleboards. It’s a wonderful way to discover a new passion and really try out the equipment before investing the money.

And don’t forget your sunscreen!

For more information, times and prices, please check out their website.

Ask a Local

What’s the deal with the City Market? Were slaves sold there or not?

asks John H., from Seattle, Washington… The City Market is what was called the “Slaves’ Market,” not the “Slaves Market.”  That apostrophe makes all the difference in the world. While a shocking number of humans were sold into slavery in Charleston (a very dark period in the City’s history), they were not sold at what […]

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