Saluda Shoals Park Adventure Programs

The following species-specific programs can be tailor-made to suit any age.  They are excellent for Birthday Parties and Scout Groups. The programs are also excellent for children with special needs since they offer a wide variety of hands-on experiences.

X-Plorer Packs  Explore the many habitats at Saluda Shoals Park!  Pick up an X-Plorer Pack at the Environmental Education Center!  It's filled with fun seasonal nature activities.  X-Plorer Packs are available for checkout on a first-come, first served basis.  Drivers ID's are required to borrow packs and no registration necessary.  Packs include:  Field guides, magnifying glass, binoculars, and seasonal nature activities.  Begin your adventure today!

Orienteering Course

Saluda Shoals Park is now offering an orienteering course of medium difficulty for groups of up to 20 participants. Each group receives a brief period of instruction, orienteering coordinates, a compass and an orienteering sequence rubbing sheet. Participants can complete the course in about an hour.

Challenge Course Adventures

Bring you group out and try a component on the Real Team Challenge Course. This program is for both older children and adults. All challenges are lead by trained staff. Individual elements are perfect for scout groups, birthday parties and family reunions. Challenge options include The Mohawk Walk, Wild Woozey and the TP Shuffle.

Charley's Backyard Treasure Hunt

Come to Saluda Shoals Park and participate in a Charley's Backyard Treasure Hunt.  Based on the book Charley's Columbia Backyard, written by Caroline Bennett and published by the Palmetto Conservation Foundation.  Saluda Shoals Park is one of the few outlets selling this special book.  Maps are available at the Environmental Education Center.