A Bridge to the Catawba

Many adventures and explorations currently offered by the Culture & Heritage Museums create a bridge to the future Museum of Life and the Environment. Focused on the Catawba river, an important asset of our new site, these interactive events give a sense of the experience we will offer at the innovative environmental history museum.

Parent/Teen Kayak Trip
May 3, 5 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $22 CHM members; $25 non-members

Discover the Catawba River's hidden stories through an afterhours tour of the documentary photography exhibit, RIVER DOCS: a Catawba River Narrative, then experience the river up close. After kayaking the quiet coves of Lake Wylie, participants may bring a picnic supper to enjoy around a campfire. Shuttle, equipment and instruction provided by Rock Hill Parks & Recreation.

Ages 12 and older. Register by April 25 by calling 803.981.9182. No refunds after registration deadline.

River Ramblers Series
May 10, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Museum of York County
Cost: $20 CHM members; $25 for non-members.
Members may sign up for all six trips for a discounted coast of $100.

A new series of monthly day trips will introduce participants to the story of the Catawba and Broad rivers. Geologist Irene Boland, natural history curator Steve Fields and historican Michael Scoggins discuss the natural and cultural history of the area. Wear clothing appropriate for moderate hiking, bring bag lunch, water and sunscreen. Meet at the Museum of York County. Must be 18 or older to participate due to van restrictions.

Catawba River: Rock Mount & Lando
May 10, 2008
Highlights: Lando-Manetta Mills Historical Center, Rocky Mount
Registration Deadline: May 2, 2008

Catawba River: Landsford Canal
June 14, 2008
Highlights: Rocky Shoals spider lilies in bloom, canal system
Registration Deadline: June 6, 2008

Broad River: Worth Mountain Park & Pickneyville
August 9, 2008
Highlights: wetland and riverine habitats, historic landmarks
Registration Deadline: August 1, 2008

Catawba River: Nation Ford & Museum of Life & the Environment Site
September 13, 2008
Highlights: Nation Ford; Native American fish weir, Wylie Dam
Registration Deadline: September 5, 2008

Broad River: Fish Dam Ford
October 11, 2008
Highlights: Native American fish weir, Rev War battle site, colonial road
Registration Deadline: October 3, 2008

Broad River: York County's Western River
November 8, 2008
Highlights: power plants, colonial roads, history of Piedmont iron production
Registration Deadline: October 31, 2008

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