28.2.18

Ecotourism 2018 Update: Canoeing and Kayaking around Summerton, Santee, and Lake Marion, S.C.

When you visit the Summerton area and nearby Lake Marion, you will find many waterways to explore in your canoe or kayak, e.g. rivers, creeks, islands, swamps. The area is attracting kayakers from across the U.S. in ever greater numbers as ecotourism in the country continues to grow.

  • Canoeing is a paddle sport in which you kneel or sit facing forward in an open or closed-decked canoe, and propel yourself with a single-bladed paddle. Canoeing was once the primary mode of long-distance transportation throughout much of North America.
  • Kayaking involves the use of a kayak for travelling across bodies of water. It is distinguished from canoeing by the sitting position of the paddler and the number of blades on the paddle. In a kayak the paddler faces forward, legs in front, using a double-bladed paddle. Most kayaks also have closed decks.


 
Key bodies of water to explore in this region near Summerton, Santee and Lake Marion include:


Selected Information Sources:



Annual North Shore Kayaking Race on Lake Marion


Make sure you check out the following EcoTourism sites:



Also, check out these certified AgriTourism roadside farm markets in Clarendon County:



* For more detail, visit the Summerton SC: Nature & Outdoor Recreation web site.
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27.2.18

Latest Extraterrestrials and UFO Sightings around Santee Cooper Lake Country in S.C.

Last year, seven Earth-size worlds were found orbiting a nearby star and NASA has determined that they could hold alien life. Following up on this story, our small but intrepid staff at Summerton Weekly News flew to Puerto Rico to visit the Araceibo Observatory which continued to listen and attempt to ‘contact’ other worlds until its recent destruction.


While we found no trace of contact from other world, we decided it was time to give our readers an update on Unidentified Flying Objects (UFO) sighting around the Santee Cooper lake country.


Over the years there have been a number of reported UFO sightings across South Carolina, including several in areas near the town of Summerton, Lake Marion, and Lake Moultrie. For example:


  • There was a UFO sighting on June 25, 2020, near Manning, S.C.  See NUFORC Report
  • There was a UFO sighting on February 6, 2018, near Summerton, S.C. A spherical light seen over Santee from the Summerton side of Lake Marion by the I-95 bridge. See NUFORC Report
  •  There was a sighting of one large star like huge craft and at least 13 triangular crafts over 2 hours near Harleyville, SC, on December 28, 2016. See MUFON Reports
  •   There was also a report of a UFO sighting in Marion, SC, on September 2, 2015 - See News Article 
  • There was another report of a UFO sighting near Summerton on June 14, 2014. Several other sighting were noted in 2018 in nearby Manning and Lake City - See UFO Report.  
  • On October 24, 2011, there was a UFO sighting in Santee, It only lasted about 3 minutes and looked like a bright fireball traveling hortizontally. See UFO Hunters. 
  • Finally, a report previously filed in 2010 mentions a UFO sighting near Goat Island - See UFO Report

Do you believe in UFOs? Extraterrestrials? Have you ever seen one in the area, but never reported it? If you are interested in the topic, you are not alone.

Are we alone in the universe? Considering we now believe there to be billions of Earth-like worlds peppered across our home galaxy, the Milky Way, it seems highly unlikely. Several years ago, the Royal Society in London announced a 10-year international search effort to unlock the mystery of intelligent life in the universe, joined by the renowned scientist Stephen Hawking, See IFL Science article


You might want to check out some of the following key web sites:

If you have seen a UFO in our area recently, let us know.
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Ghosts and Haunted Homes around Santee Cooper Country in S.C.

All about Ghosts and Haunted places around Santee Cooper Country near scenic Lakes Marion and Moultrie in South Carolina.

A ghost is often defined as the soul or spirit of a dead person or animal that can appear in some visible form to the living. Ghosts are also known known as a spectre, phantom, apparition or spook. The belief in manifestations of the spirits of the dead is quite widespread, dating back thousands of years. A 2005 Gallup poll found that about 32 percent of Americans believe in ghosts. It appear that a number of ghosts may be found wandering around Santee Cooper Country in S.C. See Wikipedia.

Descriptions of the apparition of a ghost vary widely from an invisible presence to translucent or barely visible wispy shapes, to realistic, lifelike visions. The deliberate attempt to contact the spirit of a deceased person is known as necromancy, and is usually done during a séance. Ghosts are generally described as solitary essences that haunt particular locations, objects, or people they were associated with in life.

A place where ghosts are reported is described as haunted, and often seen as being inhabited by spirits of deceased who may have been former residents or were familiar with the property. Supernatural activity inside homes is said to be mainly associated with violent or tragic events in the building's past such as murder, accidental death, or suicide. Some argue that the 'spirits' of those who have died have not 'passed over' and are trapped inside the property where their memories and energy are strong.

Both the Hebrew Torah and the Bible contain a few references to ghosts, associating contact with spirits as being a forbidden occult activity. The most notable reference is in the 1 Samuel 28:3-20, when King Saul has the Witch of Endor summon the spirit/ghost of Samuel. Both Jews and Christians are taught that it is sinful to attempt to conjure or control spirits in accordance with Deuteronomy 18:9-12.

Here in Santee Cooper Country, S.C., there are a number of reported ghost sightings or haunted locations that you might be interested in knowing more about. For example:

  • The Old Robert Eli McFaddin Plantation Home - Robert Eli McFaddin, Sr. built this home in 1854 with the help of his nephew John Brogdon McFaddin the son of Joseph Sidney McFaddin. It is rumored that a Ghost that lives in the attic and peers out the rear windows, and may be seen in the late afternoons. This Ghost once took the reins of Jeff’s horse on dismounting at the lot gate and handed them to Earl his brother.
  • Manning Cemetery & Dead Man's Curve - On the side of the road in dead mans curve you can see an old ghost like figure sitting in a rocking chair on certain nights when the moon is right. It is believed by many that the mans son was ran over and killed in the curve so he sat there waiting on the driver of the car who killed his son until he died but his spirit lives on and still waits on the driver. 

     
  • The Ghost Town of Ferguson – There are a number interesting ghost stories and sightings related to the flooded town of Ferguson now lying at the bottom of Lake Marion. You might be interested in taking a paddling trip around the area and even consider scuba diving through the ruins.
  • The Abandoned Mansion - Known simply as ‘The Abandoned Mansion’, there is not much known about this old house near Santee, S.C. Nobody seems to know when the house was built, who lived here or why it was abandoned. There are no government records regarding this house. It’s existence appears to be a complete mystery.
  • Cyprus Garden Ruins – Some say it is one of the most haunted places in South Carolina, but what is unique about this spot is that these ruins are not actually real. These man made ruins are left over from filming of the movie ‘The Patriot’. However, that doesn’t mean that they are any less haunted than other ancient ruins around the state.
  • Santee Indian Mound – The Santee Indians buried their chiefs, shamans, and warriors in earthen mounds by the Santee River. Over time, numerous sightings of ghostly images of Indian warriors have been seen in the area.
  • Salem Black River Church - Built back in 1846, the church is said to be home to several different ghosts. One of the ghosts is said to be a spectre of a Southern Belle, another is a very sad little boy often seen sobbing. It is also said to be haunted by a priest whose entire family was wiped out by the plague.
  • Wampee Ghost - Wampee was the seat of a Baptist colony in 1700. A number of Indian mounds were found on the Santee Valley Plantation. Portions of the property later became Somerset and Somerton Plantations. The ghost of a young Indian squaw has been seen appearing upon the front steps of the Wampee building in a flowing robe resembling blue silk chiffon with a complexion “as exquisite and delicate as a blush of early dawn upon the morning dew”. It makes its usual visits to all the rooms of the house and to the surrounding premises, then vanishes as mysteriously as it appears.
  • Spirits of Stony Landing – Spirit Hunters of the South did historical and paranormal research on the Santee Cooper 'Stony Landing' property near Pinopolis. Read about their investigative methods and findings.
  • Wantoot Plantation - Shortly after the Revolution, General William Moultrie took a shortcut as he rode home one night. At Simons Hill near Wantoot, about 6 miles from Pinopolis, Moultrie thought he saw “the Devil” ride beside him. Something with fiery eyes seemed to go before, beside, and behind his terrified horse.

There are many other ghosts or haunted locations in Santee Cooper Country that may have never been officially recorded. For example, there is the Confederate soldier that supposedly strolls through the Church of the Holy Cross Cemetery, then there are the ghost sightings around Eutawville, and many others to learn about.

If you know of any other ghost stories or haunted places around Santee Cooper Country, please consider sharing your stories or encounters with us.


Selected web sites about Ghosts and Haunted Places in South Carolina

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22.2.18

Local Clarendon County SC High School Varsity Baseball & Softball Schedules and Stats - Spring 2018

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6.2.18

Coast Guard Boating Course in Summerton - March 10, 2018



On March 10, 2018 Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 12-01 will be presenting a one-day introductory boating course, America Boats Safely. This fun and informative course is certified by the S.C. Department of Natural Resources. Successful completion will award each participant the SC DNR Boaters Education Card. Many boat insurance companies offer discounts to holders of this card. The card also allows participants under 16 years of age to operate watercraft statewide.

Topics include: Introduction to Boating; Boating Law; Boat Safety Equipment; Safe Boating; Navigation; Boating Problems; Trailering, Storing and Protecting Your Boat; Hunting and Fishing, Water-skiing and River Boating.

South Carolina is blessed with many lakes and rivers as well as coastal boating venues. Boating is an exciting family activity. Nationwide, only 15% of deaths from boating accidents occurred when the operator had participated in boating safety instruction. In 2015 South Carolina ranked 7th out of all 50 states for boating accidents and tied for 10th with number of boating fatalities.

Course costs are $20 for individuals and $25 for up to a family of 4 sharing materials. The course will meet 8:30 am to approximately 4:30 pm on Saturday, March 10 in the training room of the Summerton Fire Station on North Cantey Street, Summerton. Pre-registration is required. Class size is limited. For more information and reservations, contact Susan White (252) 571-2859 or email srwhite.aux@yahoo.com

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3.2.18

Education and Training Programs for Gardening Enthusiasts


Do you love Gardening? Do you live in Summerton or around nearby Lake Marion in South Carolina? Then perhaps you ought to consider joining the Pink Dogwood Garden Club. It was organized back in 1937 and is located in historic Summerton, South Carolina.

The following are selected links posted on their web site to Education & Training events, activities, organizations, and resources for those interested in the Landscaping, Garden Design, Gardening...


The Master Gardener program was designed to use the services of trained volunteers who have horticultural knowledge and a willingness to share that knowledge with other county residents through Cooperative Extensions. The Clemson Extension Master Gardener (CEMG) Program was first introduced in Charleston County in 1981, the program is now offered in 29 SC counties.








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