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Save the Light Half Marathon and 5K Run/Walk
Sat., Feb. 7, 8 a.m.
Folly Beach Pier
Join us on Folly Beach for the Save the Light Half Marathon and 5K to support the preservation of the Morris Island Lighthouse by Save The Light, a grassroots non-profit organization that formed in 2000 to save the Morris Island Lighthouse from being lost to the sea. Both races are USATF-certified and start and finish near the Folly Beach Pier. Half Marathon is a run only event. The 5K is open to runners and walkers. Awards and post-race food provided. Registration is required and ends by February 4; on-site registration not available. The race is open to runners of all levels, including beginners. For more information, visit https://ccprc.com/3258/Save-the-Light-Half-Marathon-5K.
Fee: $45 5K, $65 Half Marathon
Ages: 10 and up for half marathon, ages 8 and up for 5K (chaperones required for 15 and under)
Lincoln Community Center Senior Sneaker Dance
Lincoln Regional Center in McClellanville – High School Basketball Gymnasium
Sat., Feb. 21, 4 – 6 p.m.
Join us for the second annual Senior Sneaker Dance at Lincoln Community Center in McClellanville for a fun evening of dancing and refreshments wearing your favorite sneakers and formal attire.
Fee: FREE
Ages: 50 and up
Schroder Community Center Senior Sneaker Dance
Schroder Community Center – Basketball Gymnasium
Sat., Feb. 28, 4 – 6 p.m.
Join us for the inaugural Senior Sneaker Dance at Schroder Community Center in Hollywood for a fun evening of dancing and refreshments wearing your favorite sneakers and formal attire.
Fee: FREE
Ages: 50 and up
February 2026 Programs
Early Morning Bird Walk at Caw Caw
Wednesdays and Saturdays, Feb. 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25 and 28, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Caw Caw Interpretive Center
Registration is required. Join us on one or more of our regular bird walks. Our trek through many distinct habitats will allow us to view and discuss a variety of birds, butterflies, and other organisms. What to expect: Accessible parking, accessible restrooms, accessible water fountains, and accessible picnic tables are available at this location. The program route is a flat, loop and benches are available along the trail route. The trails are unpaved. The program speed is moderately slow and will require periods of standing and gazing upwards.
Fee: FREE for Gold Pass members or Non-member: $12 (registration required)
Ages: any
Register Online
Belay Basics
Sun., Feb. 1, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
James Island County Park – Climbing Wall at Outdoor Zone
New to belaying? This class will teach you the essential skills to belay safely and confidently on top rope. We’ll cover proper setup, communication, catching falls, and gear handling—all broken down step by step. No experience required, just a willingness to learn. By the end, you’ll be ready to belay a climbing partner outdoors or indoors. Gear is provided, but feel free to bring your own.
Fee: $25
Ages: 14 and up
Register Online – 16982
Kids on the Go: Little Bikers – 2 year-olds
Tuesdays, Feb. 3 and Feb. 10, 9 a.m.
Palmetto Islands County Park
Let the kids go! Foundations for bike riding start with balance. Have your little one join in to learn the basics on a balance bike.
Fee: $10
Age: 2 years
Register Online – 16905
Kids on the Go: Little Bikers – 3 year-olds
Tuesdays, Feb. 3 and Feb. 10, 10 a.m.
Palmetto Islands County Park
Let the kids go! Foundations for bike riding start with balance. Have your little one join in to learn the basics on a balance bike.
Fee: $10
Age: 3 years
Register Online – 16906
Kids on the Go: Little Longboarders – 4-5 year-olds
Tuesdays, Feb. 3 and Feb. 10, 11 a.m.
Palmetto Islands County Park
Let the kids go! Foundations for board sports start with balance. Have your little one join in to learn the basics on a longboard. All activity equipment provided.
Fee: $10
Age: 4-5 years
Register Online – 16907
Wee Wild Ones: Tree Tales – Little Night Flyers
Fri., Feb. 6, 9 – 10 a.m.
Caw Caw Interpretive Center
Ready to flutter into a world of wonder? Join us to discover the secret lives of bats! We will learn how these tiny night flyers “see” with sound, where they live, what they eat, and more. This program nurtures curiosity, early science skills, and love for these amazing nighttime creatures. Join us for lots of hands-on exploration and fun as we celebrate one of nature’s coolest creatures – bats!
Ages 18 months – 6 years. Chaperone must accompany child.
Fee: $10
Register Online – 16755
Junior Naturalist: The Art of Being A Naturalist
Sat., Feb. 7, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Palmetto Islands County Park
Throughout time, nature has inspired people’s artistic expressions. Accompany us as we connect with nature and explore various creative art concepts. Bring your creativity and we will supply the rest!
Bring your curiosity and engage all of your senses while exploring natural habitats at your county parks! Led by Charleston County Park’s Education staff, the multi-seasonal Junior Naturalist program series offers a wide variety of fun and educational nature-based activities focused around a central theme. Children who attend 8 classes earn the title of a Certified Junior Naturalist.
Fee: $10
Ages 8-12. Chaperones are required
Register Online – 16750
Intro to Lead Climbing
Sun., Feb. 8, 1 – 4 p.m.
James Island County Park Climbing Wall
Ready to take your climbing to the next level? This class covers the basics of lead climbing in the gym—how to clip safely, manage rope drag, belay a lead climber, and fall safely with confidence. We’ll walk you through key techniques and safety protocols, with plenty of hands-on practice. No prior lead experience needed, but participants should be comfortable top rope belaying and able to climb at a 5.9 level or higher. All gear provided; bring your own if you prefer.
Fee: $40
Ages 14 and up
Register Online – 16991
Tues., Feb. 10, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Wannamaker County Park
Experience the beauty of a bottomland hardwood forest with a trained naturalist. Beneath the towering cypress trees, we’ll uncover some secrets of the plants and animals that inhabit this uniquely southern ecosystem.
Ages 12 & up. A registered and paid chaperone is required for participants ages 15 and under.
Fee: $12Register Online – 16823
Nature Ramble
Tues., Feb. 10, 1 – 3 p.m.
Johns Island County Park
Join a Master Naturalist instructor to see the natural wonders of our parks in a new light. Discover plants and animals while learning about their connections to the world around them and how that connectivity may circle back to you!
Ages 12 & up. A registered and paid chaperone is required for participants ages 15 and under.
Fee: $12
Register Online – 16819
Lighthouse Inlet Bird Walk
Fri., Feb. 13, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve
This walk focuses on the incredibly diverse northeast end of Folly Island. Once the home of a Coast Guard station, this Heritage Preserve protects maritime forest, beach, dune, and marsh habitats for wildlife. This site is a leader in number of bird species seen in South Carolina. At this time of year, we hope to see a variety of seabirds, sea ducks, and shorebirds such as Northern Gannet, Black Scoter, Piping Plover, and much more.
Ages 12 & up.
Fee: $12
Register Online – 16800
Lowcountry Senior Series: Disc Golf
Tues., Feb. 17, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
James Island County Park Outdoor Zone
Come out and learn the art of flying discs! We’ll start with the basics, including: types of discs, throwing techniques and etiquette on the course. We’ll have the opportunity to play a few holes at our course.
Ages 50 & up
Fee: $20
Register – 16933
Seashore Exploration – Isle of Palms
Thurs., Feb. 19, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Isle of Palms County Park
Winter is a great time to explore the beach. Join an experienced naturalist to familiarize yourself with many species that may be found there. We’ll search for artifacts and living creatures along the beach such as molluscs, sponges, corals, and more. Share in the discovery by learning intriguing stories about adaptations that allow for life near the ocean.
Ages 9 & up. A registered and paid chaperone is required for participants ages 15 and under.
Fee: $12
Register Online – 16824
Winter Tree Identification
Thurs., Feb. 19, 1 – 3 p.m.
Palmetto Islands County Park
Identifying trees without their distinctive leaves demands scrutiny, dedication, and practice. Through the use of dichotomous keys, helpful instruction, and your powers of observation, learn more about twigs, buds, and bark!
Ages 12 & up
Fee: $12
Folktales Fish Fry
Fri., Feb. 20, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
McLeod Plantation Historic Site – pavilion
Join us for a delightful morning of Southern storytelling and culinary tradition at the Folktales Fish Fry. This immersive experience brings together the rich folklore of the South, featuring tales of High John the Conqueror, a legendary figure who embodies resilience, wit, and triumph. The program will be a celebration of the deep connection between food and community, where stories are passed down from generation to generation, and every meal is an opportunity to connect with the past while creating new memories, celebrating the joy of food, friendship, and shared traditions. This program will take place at the McLeod Plantation Historic Site Pavilion where seating is available for all participants. The program location is outside in a shaded area. A small, tasting portion of food will be provided to each participant.
Fee: $5
Register – 17200
Seashore Exploration – Folly Beach
Tues., Feb. 24, 9 – 11 a.m.
Folly Beach County Park
Winter is a great time to explore the beach. Join an experienced naturalist to familiarize yourself with many species that may be found there. We’ll search for artifacts and living creatures along the beach such as molluscs, sponges, corals, and more. Share in the discovery by learning intriguing stories about adaptations that allow for life near the ocean.
Ages 9 & up. A registered and paid chaperone is required for participants ages 15 and under.
Cost: $12
Register Online – 16825
Homeschool in the Parks: Partners & Rivals
Fri., Feb. 27, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
James Island County Park
Discover the secret social lives of plants, animals, and everything in between! Who are partners and who are rivals in different ecosystems? We will explore the surprising and sometimes sneaky ways living things work together – or against each other – in the wild. From best-bud partnerships like flowers and bees, to one-sided freeloaders, like dreaded ticks! This program will help us see that in nature, everything (and everyone) is linked – sometimes in the most unexpected ways!
Ages: 7-12. Chaperone required
Fee: $7
Register Online – 16760
