Pendleton District Commisson

 

January 2016 
Events Newsletter


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Spring Jubilee Update

Upstate South Carolina's Oldest 
Juried Arts & Crafts Festival!

Presented by

April 2 - 3, 2016

The New Year brings lots of exciting events to our region, and an all time favorite is Historic Pendleton Spring Jubilee! Mark your calendar and join the celebration that kicks off Spring in the Upstate.

Presented by Anderson Independent Mail, the 39 th Annual Spring Jubilee is planned for Saturday, April 2 nd , 10am - 6pm, and Sunday, April 3 rd ., Noon-5pm.  One hundred juried artists from near and far sell unique handmade arts and crafts on the Village Green and downtown streets of Pendleton, SC.

Excellent music presented by this year's Entertainment sponsor Tri-County Technical College will be available throughout the festival. Food vendors, non-profit organizations and kids activities are also part of this fun filled family event. We hope to you there!

Concerned about parking?  FREE shuttle service provided by Catbus will take you to and from Tri-County Technical College's parking lot on Mechanic Street to Downtown Pendleton.

Food and Entertainment applications are available at www.pendletondistrict.org through January 20 th .  

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24th Jubilee Joy Ride
Presented by
Saturday, April 2, 2016

What better way to kick off 2016 than to begin preparing for the Jubilee Joy Ride Presented by Orange and White.com! Sign up at www.active.com.

This Metric Century (62.5 miles) or 28 mile cycling event will take you onto some of the most scenic roads in Anderson County.  For those who might opt for a shorter ride, an approximate 10 mile loop will be an option for the first time this year.

Rest stops with snacks and drinks will be available on all three routes  which will be located at Century Farms, farms that have been owned by the same family for over one hundred years.  Stores will be open at Split Creek Farm and at Walker Farm to do some shopping and have your purchases dropped off at the finish. All rides are SAGed until the last rider is in.  

A portion of the proceeds from this years registrations will help support the
Kids Snack Pack/Back Pack program in Anderson, Oconee and Pickens counties.  

Jubilee Joy ride is held in conjunction with Historic Pendleton Spring Jubilee.  For Spring Jubilee or Jubilee Joy Ride sponsorship opportunities or questions, email Rhonda@pendletondistrict.org or call 864.646.3782.

First Day Hikes at South Carolina State Parks
S outh Carolina State Parks'  First 
Day Events have come  'round again!
Get outdoors and have an adventure to celebrate the new year at one of our region's  seven SC State Parks. 

Listed below are the State Parks with special events planned for January 1, but don't leave the others out, they all have great things to see and do.

DEVILS FORK STATE PARK

First Day 5K Ranger Run
Time: 11am-12pm
Meeting location: Picnic area parking lot
Degree of difficulty: moderate
Length of trail: 3.1 miles
Things to bring: Water bottle and comfortable walking/running shoes, clothing for weather conditions. 
Contact information: 864-944-2639
Additional information: Followed immediately by the Loon Lunge!
Price: $25 register at www.Go-GreenEvents.com  

First Day Hike - Oconee Bell Nature Trail
Time: 11am-12pm
Meeting location: Picnic area parking lot
Degree of difficulty: easy
Length of trail: 1.1 miles
Things to bring: Dress for the weather, wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes, and bring water.
Contact information: 864-944-2639 

Loon Lunge
Time: 12pm or after hike and 5K are finished
Meeting location: Boat launch at parking lot
Degree of difficulty: extreme
Things to bring: Warm dry clothes, towel, and warm drink. Contact information: 864-944-2639 

OCONEE STATE PARK

First Day Hike - Old Waterwheel Trail
Time: 1:16pm-4:16pm
Meeting location: Park Office front porch
Degree of difficulty: easy
Length of trail: 1 mile
Things to bring: Dress for the weather, wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes, water, and a mug for hot cocoa after the hike.
Contact information: 864-638-5353
Additional information: several stops will allow discussions of CCC buildings and contributions to the park. 

OCONEE STATION STATE HISTORIC SITE

First Day Hike - Station Cove Falls Trail 
Time: 9am-11am
Meeting location: Park Office 
Degree of difficulty: easy
Length of trail: 2 mile
Things to bring: Dress for the weather, wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes, and bring water.
Contact information: 864-638-0079 

SADDLERS CREEK STATE PARK

First Day Hike - Pine Grove Nature Trail 
Time: 11am-12pm
Meeting location: Park pavilion 
Degree of difficulty: easy 
Length of trail: 1.5 miles
Things to bring: Water bottle, binoculars, walking shoes, and dress for the weather.
Contact information: 864-226-8950 

Deer Dip (Polar Plunge) 
Time: 1pm-2pm
Meeting location: Park pavilion 
Degree of difficulty: extreme 
Things to bring: Towel, warm and dry clothes, warm drink. Contact information: 864-226-8950 

TABLE ROCK STATE PARK

First Day Hike - Pinnacle Mountain Trail (Difficult)
Time: 9am-3pm
Meeting location: Table Rock Nature Center
Degree of difficulty: Difficult
Minimum age: 12
Length of trail: 7.2 miles
Things to bring: A minimum of 2 liters of water, snacks, layered clothing, good hiking shoes/boots. Be prepared for weather changes, and cold or adverse weather.
Contact information: 864-878-9813 

First Day Hike - Lake Pinnacle Trail (Easy)
Time: 10am-11:30am
Meeting location: Table Rock Nature Center
Degree of difficulty: easy
Length of trail: 1.6 miles
Things to bring: water and comfortable walking shoes.
Contact information: 864-878-9813 

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Looking for a challenge? 

Stop by Hunter's Store to purchase a South Carolina State Park Guide. Once you visit all 47 South Carolina State Parks and fill your book with the special stamp from each park, you'll win a prize! Go on a hike, take a fishing trip, or just take a seat to enjoy the natural beauty of South Carolina.

The seven parks to explore while  you're visiting Pendleton District:

✓  Devils Fork State Park, Pickens, SC
✓  Lake Hartwell State Park
✓  Oconee State Park
✓  Oconee Station State Historic Site
✓  Keowee-Toxaway State Park
✓  Saddler's Creek State Park
✓  Table Rock State Park


Click the photo to visit the South Carolina Parks Website!
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