Wetland Treasure Tour: Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge

1403 West Cox Ferry Road,Conway SC 29526

27 May, 2023

Description

Waccamaw NWR consists of wetland habitats ranging from historic, broken and actively managed tidal rice fields, to blackwater and alluvial flood plain forested wetlands of the Waccamaw and Great Pee Dee Rivers. These tidal freshwater wetland ecosystems are some of the most diverse freshwater wetland systems in North America. Tour will last approximately 2 hours and is guided by Waccamaw NWR manager, Craig Sasser. A $10 tax-deductible donation to the Carolina Wetlands Association is suggested and can be donated on the day of the field trip. You may also contribute to Carolina Wetlands Association by clicking the paypal link below: https://www.paypal.com/fundraiser/charity/1991082. These tours are part of the Wetland Treasures of the Carolinas Program Meeting Place: Waccamaw NWR (address listed above) It is recommended that participants bring sturdy water shoes, water, snacks, sunscreen, bug repellent, binoculars (optional) and come prepared for any weather.