SCRPA Magazine Spring 2021

SOUTH CAROLINA

SPRING 2021

RECREATION & PARKS ASSOCIATION

Going Green

CONNECTING COMMUNITIES WITH NATURE & THE OUTDOORS

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2021 Board of Directors EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE President Randy Woodard Charleston County

Secretary Alice Jones Charleston County

Eastern VP Beth Goodale Georgetown County

President Elect Dustin Jordan City of Myrtle Beach

Treasurer Brian Rogers Cheraw

Southern VP Cole Thomas Charleston County

Vice President Jessica Campbell City of Aiken

Past President Kevin Stiens Spartanburg County

Western VP Brad Cuttino City of Greenville

Central VP Katherine Jones Lancaster County

TABLE OF CONTENTS The Association Report............................................................................4 Here’s What’s Happening.........................................................................7 Innovations & Technology: Turf Tank One.............................................8 Going Green....................................................................................... 10-22 City of Charleston.......................................................................... 11-13 City of Aiken...................................................................................14-15 City of Myrtle Beach......................................................................16-17 City of Mount Pleasant.................................................................18-19 Oconee County............................................................................ 20-21 Fairfield County..................................................................................22

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BRANCHES - 1 YEAR COMMITMENTS ELM Branch Amy Evans Town of Summerville PRM Branch Jesse Holliman City of Rock Hill

Programming Allyson All City of North Charleston SCAP Branch Willie Stewart City of Mauldin

SC PRT Representative Matt Elswick South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism

On the cover: City of Charleston’s Connecting Children to Nature initiative

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Student Branch Leslie Ballard City of Rock Hill

SCRPA EXECUTIVE STAFF Executive Director James E. Headley jim@scrpa.org

Membership Services Coordinator Melissa Williams melissa@scrpa.org

MAGAZINE/MARKETING COMMITTEE Kristen Guilfoos Chair Spartanburg County

Lucas Vance Central Rep Fairfield County

Gina Ellis-Strother Southern Rep Charleston County

Bethany Doman Vice Chair City of Charleston

Victoria Singeltary Eastern Rep City of Florence

Gabriella Porter Western Rep City of Greenville

Park Planning & Design Greenways & Trails Recreation Needs Assessments Sports Complexes

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THE ASSOCIATION REPORT Randy Woodard

Jim Headley

A Year of Staying Connected Across South Carolina Welcome to the first issue of our 2021 magazine.

Our focus this issue is “going green.” While we have heard of this phrase for over a decade, it still is a subject that we must continue to address both professionally and personally. It continues to be an environmental and economical issue. Each of our cities and counties has implemented strategies over the years to support ‘going green’ and your Association is no different. We now utilize an app for our annual conference, collaborate with hotels to reduce wastes during conference meetings, and encourage our speakers/presenters to provide information electronically. One of the Covid blessings is that it forced us to become creative in staying connected.

Even though there are many benefits of in-person meetings and conferences, another way we have ‘stayed green,’ is decreasing the gas usage and pollution from car travel by offering virtual options.

While we have continued to make great progress in this important area, there is still so much more we can accomplish.

SCRPA will continue to offer virtual options for professional development but we continue to strive for safe in-person training.

We thank everyone who has participated in the trainings thus far.

We continue to recognize that we have a responsibility to ensure that everyone receives an opportunity to continue their education and stay abreast of trends. To fulfill that responsibility, SCRPA has again partnered with the Illinois Park and Recreation Association for their professional development webinar series and also with the Florida Recreation and Park Association for their library of trainings.

When the pandemic occurred last March, we were left with much unknown. We now realize the world was unprepared to handle something of this magnitude. Because of our parks and recreation background, it was challenging for our group to find our role in this medical crisis. However, we quickly recognized that our service to the community was still in high demand. Our citizens deserve a safe place to get out and play. Your Association was able to help guide the reopening of park and recreation services including, but not limited to, sport facilities, open space, community centers, summer day camps, after school programs, and meals to seniors. Thank you to everyone for their continued sacrifices and hard work as most of us are reopened and some are in the process. We recognize that you are essential within each of your communities.

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Snapshots of programming in SCRPA member agencies le “Cheers Summer vil n to You” Tow

rks & The Su mmerv ille Pa ent wa s recent ly rtm pa Recreation De Ice and chosen by Spark lin g ipient of their rec a as Ta lki ng Ra in n beauti fication “Cheers to You” tow ns chosen, tow 3 of 1 project. On ly to e bu ild 2 Su mmerv ille wa s abl rts wh ich ha s cou l bal outdoor pickle ent hu sia sts a provided picklebal l rs. doo out pla ce to play

Keeping Greenville Green #PlantGV L Keepi ng Greenvil le Green: le The City of Greenvil Pa rks Depa rtment gave away over 200 bare-root saplin gs to o residents du rin g tw different events.

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Since all the nor ma l hol iday pa rties and events were can cel led due to COVID-19, the Spart anbu rg County Pa rks Depa rtment cam e up wit h a new and different way to safely celebrate the sea son. They ma de and ha nded out nea rly 2,000 DIY Ch ristmas Or na ment Kits. Ea ch kit ha d all the ing red ients ch ild ren needed to ma ke their ow n salt dou gh ornaments, and they were a hu ge hit!

Drive in B Days in Gringo eer The City of Greer hosted several FM Rad io Drive in Bingo Days for Sen iors.

This concept allowed loca l seniors to remain safely in thei r cars whi le the BINGO game was tran smitted through a stat ion on thei r car radio. They enjoyed the opportun ity to get out in the com mun ity safely.

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INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY

Excuse me, there is a robot loose in your park!

By City of Aiken Parks, Recreation & Tourism As we all are tasked to do more with limited budgets and the same amount of employees, the City of Aiken is constantly looking for ways to be more efficient. After watching an Innovations and Technology virtual class through the National Parks and Recreation Association, we were impressed by the Turf Tank One Robotic Field Marker that was highlighted in the presentation. We reached out to Jeff Pierce, Regional Sales Representative for Turf Tank One, and requested an onsite demonstration for the robot.

The field marker is a GPS/satellite-driven robot controlled by a smart tablet and app. The marker requires no strings or measurements by staff and is highly accurate within one-third of an inch. Turf Tank One quickly measures, maps the field and draws the lines 7x faster than traditional line marking. It also reduces paint consumption by at least 50% when compared to traditional line markers.

After watching the field marker in person, our parks staff came away very impressed. The robotic marker completed a full size soccer field in 27 minutes and only used around 2.5 gallons of paint. It painted all the lines on a baseball field in under 10 minutes. Once we analyzed the labor savings and the reduction in paint cost, it just made sense to get the robot on our staff.

The machine is so much more efficient and provides a better product than we can do with multiple people trying to layout and repaint lines each week” said Jeff Metz, Parks Manager.

The outcome is reduced operational costs, reallocation of staff time toward differed maintenance, and ultimately optimize workflow.

The Turf Tank smart tablet and its intuitive app allow you to control the robot and manage the line marking process easier than ever. No more strings and measurements done by hand. Control everything with just one screen.

“After watching the field marker in person, our parks staff came away very impressed. The robotic marker completed a full size soccer field in 27 minutes and only used around 2.5 gallons of paint.”

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Going Green CONNECTING COMMUNITIES WITH NATURE & THE OUTDOORS

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Connecting Children to Nature

By Bethany Doman, Marketing & Special Events Coordinator for City of Charleston

The City of Charleston has joined other cities and recreation departments across the country in the Connecting Children to Nature initiative to create more equitable and abundant access to nature. Today, the amount of time children spend outside and away from a screen is alarmingly low, taking a mental and physical toll. Studies show outdoor time helps children grow lean and strong, enhances imaginations and attention spans, decreases aggression, and boosts classroom performance. In addition, children who spend time in nature regularly are shown to become better stewards of the environment.

Director of Recreation Laurie Yarbrough initiated the idea after receiving initial results of our 2020 Master Plan process showing residents wanted to spend more time outdoors in nature.

“The shutdown of city, county, and state parks in 2020 as a result of COVID-19 really helped identify and show the demand communities have for place. Specifically, place to experience nature, trees, green grass, picnic tables and walking trails – any space that residents can be outside and play,” said Yarbrough. “Environmental Education has always

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Studies show outdoor time helps children grow lean and strong, enhances imaginations and attention spans, decreases aggression, and boosts classroom performance.

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Our staff has been challenged to develop ways for families to connect with nature and learn to share in experiences that may be very unfamiliar depending on where you live and your socioeconomic status.

existed within the program scope at the City of Charleston but it has seemed to take a backseat to sports, exercise, and afterschool activities. Our staff has been challenged to develop ways for families to connect with nature and learn to share in experiences that may be very unfamiliar depending on where you live and your socioeconomic status.”

In November, members of our staff were tasked with this programming plan and we created programs that allowed children to paint and create art from nature, go on self-led scavenger hunts, learn about our local environment, participate in community clean-ups and preservation projects, rent camping or fishing equipment, and join in socially-distant picnic events.

“In order to expand the number of outdoor and nature related activities, the entire Recreation Department has become an environmental education outlet,” said Environmental Education Coordinator Matt Olson.

“It is great to see that residents now have the ability to “Paint with Nature” with the Hazel Parker staff, join the “Early Bloomers Club” at Bees Landing and make “Nature Clay Impressions” at St. Julian Devine! With other divisions within the department adding programs as well, we should see a big increase in programs that will get kids outdoors and learning about their natural surroundings.

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Getting Outdoors!

Get Hiking: Kiddie Hike in Aiken

By City of Aiken Parks, Recreation & Tourism The City of Aiken PRT Department recently implemented a new program to engage children and their families with the natural world. “Get Hiking: Kiddie Hike” focuses on ages 3-8 years old, giving children an early opportunity to enjoy nature and to spark interest and curiosity in their local environment.

The hope is that these experiences at an early age excite a new generation to grow up with an eco-friendly attitude, which is cited by many to improve mental health, physical wellbeing, and self-regulation in children of varying abilities.

Kiddie Hike is a combination of several recreational opportunities wrapped into one. The outing includes a half mile nature walk along the Carolina Bay Nature Preserve.

While walking, kids and families are engaged in looking for plants and wildlife that inhabit the woods. Feathered friends, like Great Egrets, Blue Herons, and Red-Tailed Hawks are constant fixtures around the preserve, along with turtles and frogs that line the banks. Kids walk among shortleaf pines as they make their way to their next adventure. When the nature walk is complete, kids get their hands dirty with a nature-based craft, such as the peanut butter bird feeders that were made in October and the turkey hand puppets in November. After the craft, everyone gathers safely around for story time under the nature observatory deck. Literature

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is age-appropriate and focuses on animals, plants, and environmental topics.

“The program took a short break for the winter months, but it will be back this spring. In the future we hope to have special guests and community partnerships as a part of the program,” says Curry Hall, Recreation Coordinator.

The hope is that these experiences at an early age excite a new generation to grow up with an ecofriendly attitude, which is cited by many to improve mental health, physical wellbeing, and selfregulation in children of varying abilities.

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Slow Roll Program Grows Quickly

By Mallory Holmes, City of Myrtle Beach

“When something is your passion, it’s not really work.”

That’s how Special Events Supervisor Troy Marron feels as his pedals his bike down paths and through parks leading Slow Roll.

Slow Roll is a bicycling program for beginners that is led by Marron, an avid cyclist. The ride takes place all over the City of Myrtle Beach. So far, we’ve explored the famous Myrtle Beach Boulevard, The Market Common District, and the historic Ocean Forest area.

The rides are usually 5-8 miles and it’s called Slow Roll because of the pace we take.

Slow Roll has allowed residents of Myrtle Beach to explore areas of our city that aren’t on billboards or in ads. It also offers an opportunity to teach the rich history of Myrtle Beach that many people know nothing about. Slow Roll is an opportunity to encourage outdoor activity, exercise and education. The program has grown in popularity throughout the pandemic because it provides a safe, socially distanced activity that still promotes community and health.

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The pandemic has allowed us to take our ideas outdoors.

Programs like Slow Roll have given us inspiration for other programs that are outside and socially distanced. We are in the process of starting a kayaking program that begins with kayak safety classes. When you think Myrtle Beach, kayaking doesn’t come to mind, but we actually have a lot of places surrounding our area that are perfect for kayaking. Some of our employees are training to become beginner kayak instructors. We are also working on a membership to the Association of Outdoor Recreation Education, AORE. We plan to lead small groups of 12 on guided trips through local channels and rivers like the Waccamaw River, Intracoastal Waterway and local inlets.

Our vision for the future takes us to our newest outdoor project, Thunderbolt Park. Thunderbolt Park is slowly but surely becoming an outdoor recreation center that will include a large walking track, a kayak launch, a short disc golf course, biking trails, an outdoor classroom, and an education center.

We would love to incorporate animals, fishing pole rentals and weekly education sessions once the building is complete.

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Mount Pleasant’s Suburban Farm Now a Summer Camp

By Bethany Heasley, City of Mount Pleasant

The middle of suburban Mount Pleasant may not be where you’d expect a fully functioning 5-acre farm, but Growing Minds Farm is proving that its possible for farms to thrive anywhere! Just over ten years ago, Katie Donohoe spearheaded the first horticultural program at South Carolina’s largest high school. After several years of seeing this program impact so many, Katie founded her own non-profit organization, Growing Minds Farm, in 2015 to reach even more of her community. Transforming bare land into a fully functioning educational farm, they host programs all over the Lowcountry for all ages to come learn about sustainable living.

When Mount Pleasant Recreation Department heard about the great work that Growing Minds Farm was doing, they knew they wanted to be involved. A few months later, Grow Your Own Adventure Summer Camp was born. This summer, Mount Pleasant Recreation Department will be offering an opportunity

for children ages 7-11 to go to the farm and learn all about the art, science, and importance of growing their own healthy food.

The hope is to instill a sense of connection to farming and for children to understand the origin of their food throughout the week. Each day will bring a new plant-based lesson through a craft or planting activity. Kids will also include time to explore the STEM outdoor learning lab, do garden work, care for resident goats and chickens, and gather eggs!

Mount Pleasant Recreation Department is thrilled to have the opportunity to partner with Growing Minds Farm and can’t wait for children to come away from their time at camp with a new perspective on their food and environment!

A trio of goats take a stroll at Mount Pleasant’s Growing Minds Farm

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Ascend: Hiking and Healing in Oconee County

By Liz Johnson, Oconee County PRT Oconee County PRT is excited to begin a new program called Ascend, a hiking group for survivors of domestic violence.

The restorative and therapeutic effects of nature are well documented, and the goal of this program will be to facilitate an uplifting experience in the wilderness where women can feel comfortable being themselves and find joy and healing.

This program will consist of six rangerled hikes in the spring and fall. The locations chosen will be throughout Oconee County and showcase the natural beauty we are so privileged to be able to experience. The exact locations of the hikes will be determined by the group that forms, but the outings will progress in terms of difficulty, giving participants the opportunity to

build fitness, skills, and confidence in a supportive environment. Finally, the program will culminate in an overnight backpacking trip. There is no cost to participants and loaner gear will be available for those who need it. We do not want a lack of gear to create an impediment for any who wish to participate.

may be facing, we will take extra precautions to protect their identities and locations. For example, the specific meeting locations and times will not appear on flyers, but rather sent to participants directly.

Oconee PRT will be partnering with Safe Harbor on this project to provide support and help locate participants who would benefit from such a program.

Safe Harbor will be leading our rangers and any volunteers in domestic violence awareness training to properly equip us not just for the hiking-related needs of participants, but also so that we can be supportive of their journey. Due to the unique safety concerns our participants

We hope that this program will give these survivors of domestic violence the chance to connect with others with shared experiences and form bonds through the challenges of wilderness recreation. Through these guided hikes, we will help our participants build confidence and competence in wilderness activities while benefiting from the restorative effects of time spent in nature.

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We hope that this program will give these survivors of domestic violence the chance to connect with others with shared experiences and form bonds through the challenges of wilderness recreation.

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Going Green on Palmetto Trail

By Lucas Vance, Fairfield County

Fairfield County is excited to announce several improvements coming to the Alston Trailhead. The Alston Trailhead serves as the Peak to Prosperity Passage on the Palmetto Trail. The upcoming changes will take place over a two year time span. Renovations include six new campsites, an infrared trail counter, outdoor bike station, a large amphitheater with ADA viewing, covered picnic area and expanded parking. In addition to those appealing changes, there is also a plan to construct a new kayak launch into the Broad River.

During this time of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Palmetto Conservation has seen a surge of trail usage. The Peak to Prosperity Passage and Alston Trailhead goes west from Fairfield County across the Broad River trestle. From there it goes across the river into Newberry County through the Piedmont Forest to Pomaria and Prosperity.

Fairfield County hopes the improvements to the Alston Trailhead will make a broad impact on county residents.

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