Fall Seed Collection
November 13, 2022
Join the Marshkeepers and Community Hydrology for a seed collecting expedition along the Ashley River and Halsey Creek.
Rebecca Fanning, a restoration hydrologist and professor at the College of Charleston, will be guiding us in the art and science of caring for our local marsh plants.
Morning Kayak Expedition
8:30 AM — 11:30 AM
Please Note: AM is FULL!
We will be launching kayaks from Brittlebank Park at 8:30 AM to travel up the Ashley River to Halsey Creek, following the incoming tide and collecting Spartina seeds to winter and plant in the Spring. We will be back to the dock by 11:30 AM.
We are teaming up with Coastal Expeditions for this AM session.
Seeds from the Shore
2:30 PM — 5:30 PM
In the afternoon, Seeds from the Shore: meet the Marshkeepers at one of our favorite neighborhood creek spots, on the corner of 3rd and Wagener Ave.
We will learn about a few key marsh plants and collect seeds along the creek and riverbanks of the Wagener Terrace Neighborhood. There will also be delicious pizza from Weltons Fine Foods, some Marshkeepers merch, and some fun and educational activities for families and kids. Pizza and storytelling will begin at 2:30 PM.