Clemson Visitors Guide

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Central Disc Golf Parks Waterfalls Jocassee Gorges Clemson Experimental Forest Golf Lakes & Rivers

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Performing Arts Visual Arts Libraries Festivals & Events Venues

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20 Restaurant Spotlights 21 Area Dining List

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33 Retail Spotlights 35 Area Stores List

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Central disc golf course earns high marks among participants Since opening in 2012, the Grand Central Station Disc Golf course has been a popular attraction for residents and for tournaments it has hosted.

The 18-hole course, located at 270 Sanders Road in Central, is owned and operated by the Town of Central Parks and Recreation Department. Located on 35 acres and surrounded by fields, hills, bottom lands, creeks and pine forests, the course was designed around the town’s railroad theme and history from its signage on the course to design features.

Central Parks and Rec director Tom Cloer, who also serves as assistant town administrator, said Bryan Shaupp first approached the town about the idea in late 2008. The town had already purchased property for future recreation but was unable to do anything with the land until it is paid off sometime around 2023.

“Bryan asked if we could partner and design a small course, so we obtained some grant funds and began construction with mostly volunteers from the Upstate Disc Golf Club,” Cloer said, adding that the total cost was approximately $25,000 including bridge construction, all 18 hole disc golf baskets and several tee boxes.

After the first year, Cloer said interest in the course “skyrocketed” and other grants allowed expansion of the course to take place. Last year, Cloer said the town obtained an additional seven acres that will 4 | VISIT CLEMSON

house the disc golf holes in the middle of the field where a future ballpark will be going.

Future plans for the site, along with the disc golf course, include a new entrance off Summit Drive behind the Central-Clemson Indoor Rec Center, a multi-purpose field and stadium and multi-purpose practice field, playground, walking trail and mountain bike trail.

Cloer said the disc golf course is 6,636 feet long, with the longest hole on the course being No. 6 (1,050 feet). The course is the third longest free play course in South Carolina and is ranked by Disc Golf Review in the top five in the Southeast and Top 10 nationwide.

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operation, the course has hosted a number of tournaments. The Upstate Disc Golf Club and Clemson University host six to eight major tournaments a year, including the HUK Central for 100 professional and amateur disc golfers across the country.

Free play for the community is allowed the remainder of the time the course is open.

The course also draws amateur and professional players from across the country and serves as the home course for both Southern Wesleyan University and Clemson University. The Collegiate Disc Golf Tournament has also been hosted at the site, with not only Clemson and South Carolina competing but also Alabama, Georgia Tech, Charlotte, Winthrop and Gardner-Webb.

Cloer said major improvements have taken place at the course, including completion of the new bathroom facility set to open later this month once it passes final inspection; installation of new video surveillance cameras for safety purposes, installing half of the new concrete tee pads and creating a new “island” hole by bringing in rocks. Clearing for the additional seven acres has also started in order to allow tournament players to have an additional nine holes.

Hours of operation are from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. For more information on the Grand Central Station Disc Golf Course, please call Cloer at 864-639-2177.

NATURAL BEAUTY: GEMS OF THE UPSTATE ➤ TRAILS

Sassafras Mountain, Any South Carolinian will agree that one of the most spectacular views in the Palmetto State is from the peak of Sassafras Mountain. At 3,560 feet, it’s the highest point in South Carolina. And a newly paved road leads drivers nearly all the way to the top.

“From where you park you only have to walk about 200 feet to get to the top,” Foothills Trail Conference executive director Heyward Douglass said. “Just a few years ago, that road was so crummy you almost needed a four-wheel drive to get up there.” Not everyone wants a lift, though. Others like more of a challenge. Hikers can ascend Sassafras Mountain from two different approaches. Either they can start at the bottom and hike seven miles to the top (where they’ve parked another car for a quicker descent), or they can take an easier path. “About halfway up the mountain the trail crosses the road,” Douglass said. “Lots of people will park there, hike up and hike back down. It’s about five miles round trip.” The summit is open to the public without restriction. It is 100 yds. up a paved trail. Four states can be viewed from the summit: Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. To learn more, visit vclem. us/sassafras.

Hagood Mill, Located just three miles north of Pickens, Hagood Mill hosts a variety of events as well as folk life and traditional arts demonstrations. From storytelling and banjo extravaganzas to blues concerts and cooking on an open hearth, the mill offers something for everyone of all ages. The centerpiece of the Hagood Mill historic site is the water-powered 1845 gristmill. One of the finest examples of 19th century technology in the Upstate, it operates just as it has for the last century-and-ahalf. In the old mill, fresh stone-ground corn meal, grits, and wheat flour are available for sale as well as rye flour, buckwheat flour, grits and organic yellow corn meal and grits. For more information, go to vclem.us/hagood or call (864) 898-2936.

Doodle Trail, Once a railroad running between the cities of Pickens and Easley, the Doodle Trail is now paved and available to walkers, runners, roller bladers and bikers. The Doodle freight line got its name because of the route it ran between the two towns. The train could not turn around, so it was often compared to a doodlebug. With a relatively flat terrain, the 7.5-mile trail has no more than a three-percent grade. So visitors of all ages — from the very young to the young at heart can enjoy an afternoon on the Doodle Trail. To learn more, visit vclem.us/doodle.

Town Creek Bike Park, Dirt jumps, raised half-log trails, wooden banked turns and a 4,000-foot flowcoaster are just a few of the features of the Town Creek Bike Park in Pickens.

The Appalachian Lumber Greenway is an eightfoot wide path connecting the Pickens Recreation Center and the Playground of Promise.

The trail follows the historic railroad route of the Appalachian Lumber Company.

With nearly 100 acres, this state-of-theart park is attracting riders of all levels from across the Southeast. To learn more, visit vclem.us/tcbp.

➤ CITY PARKS

W.C. Nettles Park, located on 102 Nettles Road adjacent to Issaqueena Trail is our largest park that holds the administrative offices for our Parks and Recreation department.

Nettles also has two youth baseball fields, one girls softball field, two adult softball fields, seven regulation tennis courts, and two regulation soccer fields, all lighted. The park also has a play structure, picnic shelter and restrooms.

Nettles Parks also houses our Dog Park. You can find it at the rear of the park near the soccer fields.

Ashley Dearing Park, located at 1020 Berkeley Drive, offers a lighted baseball field, play structure, picnic area and shelter and restrooms.

Clemson Park, located on Clemson Park Road off Frontage Road, has two lighted tennis courts, a picnic area, shelter and grills. The park also has play structures and restrooms.

Jaycee Park, located on College Avenue and Edgewood Avenue, Jaycee Park is a shady park with picnic tables and play structure located right beside Catherine Smith Plaza and Fountain in downtown Clemson.

Mountain View Park, located on Lake Hartwell at the end of Mountain View Lane, has a 1-mile walking trail, Public Access boat ramp, 9-hole disc golf course, and picnic areas.

Abernathy Waterfront Park, located along Lake Hartwell and Keowee Trail, is a linear waterfront park just over ½-mile long. The park also has picnic areas and lake access.

This linear waterfront park trail is just over .5 miles long. The walking trails consist of paved pathways and boardwalks. It can be accessed off Keowee Trail Road.

Gateway Park, Clemson, The parks walkways are a combination of paved surfaces, pervious concrete, and soft mulch bedding. Gateway Park is a passive park and contains no ball fields, basketball courts, or playground equipment. Access is off SC Hwy. 93.

To learn more about city parks, visit vclem. us/cityparks.

➤ COUNTY PARKS

Mile Creek Park (Pickens), This park is a large peninsula with three “islands” at the end and over 7 miles of lakefront offering wawww.visitclemson.com

ter views/access in almost any direction. More than two-thirds of the 69 RV and tent campsites offer direct access to Lake Keowee and all have water and electrical hook ups as well as fire rings.

With hiking trails, boat ramps, ample parking for cars and trailers, a large dock and a sandy-beach swimming area, the Park takes advantage of all Lake Keowee has to offer.

Numerous picnic sites, each with a table and grill, provide ideal locations for day visitors picnicking with family and friends. The Park offers four play areas, two with playground equipment, as well as a basketball court and sand volleyball court. Park Hours: 7am until 10pm.

For more information, see vclem.us/milecreek or call (864) 868-2196.

Chau Ram (Oconee), Chau Ram County Park is located at the confluence of the Chauga River and Ramsay Creek is Oconee County’s “Best Kept Secret”. With a 40-foot waterfall and Oconee ’s longest suspension bridge, Chau Ram has something to offer for everyone. Visitors can enjoy hiking/biking trails or go tubing and fishing on the river. Many campers use the park as a base when going rafting on the nearby Chattooga River. Shelters and a recreational building are also available. Open March - November.

High Falls (Oconee), High Falls County Park is nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This 44-acre park is located on Lake Keowee. The park store offers a variety of convenient items and is located in the park’s focal point, The Alexander/Cannon/Hill House. The house was built in 1830, and is one of the last remaining pieces of the area’s history. Among its amenities are 100 campsites, a boat ramp, two shelters, a recreational building, miniature golf, a softball field, volleyball, and horseshoes.

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cessible via two park boat ramps. Day use facilities include lighted tennis courts, a volleyball court, playground areas, a handicapped accessible fishing pier and a sand beach for sun bathing. The day use area also provides picnic tables and grills. Camping is provided with 46 campsites on the waterfront.

➤ STATE PARKS

Table Rock State Park This picturesque park features two lakes, a campground, mountain cabins, meeting facilities and an historic lodge.

The park serves as a trailhead for the 80-mile long Foothills Trail through the wilderness along the Blue Ridge Escarpment.

Trails through the forested park also include one that leads to the top of Table Rock Mountain itself.

Driving along Highway 11 in the Upstate, no one can miss Table Rock. The mountain towers like a backdrop to the 3,000-acre park.

With several trails to choose from, hikers can take a leisurely stroll along the Carrick Creek loop or a strenuous climb to the top of Table Rock. The park also serves as an access point to the 80-mile Foothills Trail, which connects several of South Carolina’s state parks.

And natives and visitors can cool off their feet after a long hike by dipping their toes in the old-fashioned swimming hole on one of the park’s lakes.

This State park boasts of quite a few hiking trails. The Foothills Trail, 80-mile footpath.

Pinnacle Mountain Trail, fairly strenuous 3.3 mile trail (one way). Ridge Trail, rugged strenuous trail connecting Pinnacle Mountain and Table Rock Trails. Mill Creek Pass, connects the Pinnacle Mountain Trail and Ridge Trail.

The Carrick Creek Loop Trail is a moderate 1.8 mile loop. For more info and a complete list of trails in Table Rock State Park, (864) 8789813.

Admission is $2 for ages 16 and older and $1.25 for South Carolina seniors.

Park hours: Spring-Fall: Su-Th 7am-9pm, Fri-Sat 7am-10pm; Winter: Su-Th 7am-7pm, Fri-Sat 7am-9pm Keowee-Toxaway State Park Meander along the trickles and cascades of Poe Creek and stand on a boulder that juts out over Lake Keowee and offers one of the most stunning views in the Upstate — all at Keowee-Toxaway State Park.

Providing access to 18,500 acres on Lake Keowee, the park is like the front porch of the Jocassee Gorges. Walking along the trails, hikers might see abundant wildflowers in the spring. Rare species such as the Alleghany spurge and ginseng, or other more common flora such as the wild iris, violets, Indian pink trillium and various orchids.

Raven Rock Trail, bordering Poe Creek and the Natural Bridge Trail is one of the best locations for viewing wildflowers.

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Yellow Branch Falls

Issaqueena Falls

Riley Moore Falls displays a wide variety of vintage fishing equipment. And, of course, 56,000-acre Lake Hartwell maintains a reputation for top-flight angling, including for striped and hybrid bass, largemouth, crappie, bream and catfish.

In addition to lake access, there is a park store, hiking, camping and unique, affordable one-room camper cabins. They feature bunk beds, a porch and electricity but no running water or bathrooms. The campground facilities are nearby.

Lake Hartwell State Recreation Area is located just off Interstate 85 at the South Carolina-Georgia border Admissions: $2/ adults; $1.25/ U.S. seniors; Free for age 15 and younger Office Hours: 11am-noon & 4pm-5pm (extended during Daylight Savings Time from 9am-7pm). Park closes at dark.

For more information about South Carolina State Parks in the area, go to vclem.us/ stateparks.

➤ WATERFALLS

The Upstate abounds with breathtaking waterfalls. Following is a list of our local favorites, all within 40 minutes of Clemson.

Issaqueena Falls: Beginning from the parking area for the Stumphouse Tunnel, the www.visitclemson.com

15-minute hike to Issaqueena Falls is an easy excursion for even the beginning hiker, and it’s rich in lore and history. That’s why it is no stretch to lump this 100-foot cascade among the most popular in the Clemson area, and among the most beautiful.

Also in the park is the Stumphouse Tunnel, which is 25 feet high, 17 feet wide, and although it was not completed, extends 1,617 feet into the mountain. You can walk to the end of the tunnel, but be aware there may be water and you will need a flashlight to find your way.

Directions to the falls: From Clemson drive south on SC Highway 123 to SC 28. Take this road through Walhalla and continue for 6.9 miles and turn right into Stumphouse Tunnel Park. Park and walk across the footbridge on the west side of the parking lot.

Riley Moore Falls: (Sumter National Forest) This 12-foot high waterfall makes up in beauty what it lacks in size. Located on the Chauga River it requires a one mile, moderate hike of about 45 minutes.

Directions to the falls: From Clemson, take US Highway 123 to Westminster; drive west on U.S. Highway 76 for 7.5 miles and turn right onto Cobb Bridge Road; drive 1.6 miles and turn left onto Spy Rock Road; drive 1.8 miles and park by the side of the road.

Chau Ram Falls: There is no hike required to see the picturesque falls created when Ramsey Creek cascades over massive boulders and then flows on into the Chauga River.

The falls is a short walk from the parking lot of Oconee County’s Chau Ram Park, located two miles west of Westminister on SC Highway 76.

Yellow Branch Falls: This moderately difficult out-and-back trail leads you to the base of a spectacular 50-foot vertical cascade.

Starting from the parking area, you will hike approximately .2 mile on the Yellow Branch Nature Trail, before you come to the junction with the Yellow Branch Falls Trail. You will pass through groves of dignified hardwoods and cross meandering creek bottoms before turning to circumnavigate the steep terrain. In the winter when the trees are bare, you can see the Walhalla vicinity as you hike. Wear sturdy shoes and use extra caution during wet conditions as this trail skirts the edges of deep ravines. Conversely, if it hasn’t rained for some time, the falls may be just a trickle of water over a series of ledges.

Directions: From Clemson drive south on SC Highway 123 to SC Highway 28 and continue through Walhalla 6.8 miles. Turn left turn into Yellow Branch Picnic Ground, and hike in .2 mile on the Nature Trail (from either end) to the Yellow Branch Falls Trail. Hike 1.3 miles to the falls.

Station Cove Falls: An easy, 30-minute hike through a gorgeous Appalachian cove forest takes you to Station Cove Falls, a stepped 60-foot waterfall that forms from headwaters atop Station Mountain. In the spring and summer, countless wildflowers bloom along the trail. You may see trillium,

mayapple, pink lady’s slipper orchids, bloodroot, and redbud.

Directions: From Clemson drive south on SC Highway 123 to SC Highway 28 and continue to Walhalla. Turn north on SC 11 for 6.3 miles and turn left (northwest) onto Oconee Station Road. Drive 2.4 miles to the trailhead on the left (parking is limited to four cars). Additional parking is available at Oconee Station State Historic Site picnic area. The 0.5-mile hike begins behind the bulletin board.

For a complete listing of the area’s 30-plus waterfalls, please visit vclem.us/waterfalls.

Town Creek Trail, Pickens: This trail offers a nice 2.5 mile leisurely stroll along Town Creek and through the woods. Located adja-

cent to Pickens Playground of Promise. For more information call, (864) 878-6421.

For the more adventuresome hiker, a variety of trails can be found in the immediate area.

This site has over 72 different routes varying from 2 miles to 98 miles, with everything in between.

Other Bike Trails and Mountain Bike trails criss-cross the Clemson Area.

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Eastatoe Creek Heritage Preserve Trail, Pickens: This is a moderate 1.7 mile (one way) path that takes you to the Eastatoe Creek Heritage Preserve. This is an easy trail most of the way, but drops steeply to the gorge for the last .5 mile. Hours are dawn to dusk.

Other attractions include the Foothills Trail, Jumping Off Rock and Laurel Fork Heritage Preserve.

Bike trails in the immediate area range from easy to difficult with most of them providing ample viewing opportunities of Lake Hartwell or the area’s nearby mountain range.

Issaqueena Lake & Dam Trail, Clemson: Located in Clemson University’s Experimental Forest. The 17,500 acre forest is home to over 50 miles of trails. These trails are used by hikers, cyclists and equestrians alike and range from easy to moderate. Access is off Old Six Mile Rd. For more information call, (864)653-7649.

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Issaqueena Lake & Dam Trail, Clemson: Located in Clemson University’s Experimental Forest. The 17,500 acre forest is home to over 50 miles of trails. These trails are used by hikers, cyclists and equestrians alike and range from easy to moderate. Access is off Old Six Mile Rd. For more information call, (864)653-7649.

Lawrence Trail, Clemson: This is an easy 2 mile trail located on the Santee Cooper property at the Anne Springs Close Greenway.

Fants Grove (Twin Lakes) Mountain Bike Trails, Clemson: Trail(s) are located in and around the Twin Lakes Recreation area on beautiful Lake Hartwell. They are listed as “easy” and can be accessed off Fants Grove Road and then following the directional signs. For more information, vclem. us/cef Issaqueena Lake & Dam Trail, Clemson: Located in Clemson University’s Experimental Forest. The 17,500 acre forest is home to over 50 miles of trails. These trails are used

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➤ GOLF

If golf is your sport, the Clemson area has a lot to offer, including the Walker Golf Course at Clemson University.

You can play where the Tigers play. Practice your swing and experience Clemson golf on the 18-hole championship Walker Course, one of most prominent golf courses in South Carolina.

Designed by DJ DeVictor, the Walker Course serves as home for the Clemson University 2003 NCAA national champion golf team. It is designed to accommodate golfers of all skill levels, the course measures 6,911 yards in length from the Tiger tees and a very playable 5,934 yards from the white tees.

The course’s signature Tiger Paw hole is featured as Hole Number 7 in a list of “The Dream 18 of South Carolina: Hidden Gems” on the Professional Golfers’ Association’s website.

Pickens and Oconee County have several other public courses. Among them are: The Walker Course at Clemson University 18 holes, 6220 yards, par 72 210 Madren Center Drive, Clemson 864-656-0236 Pickens Country Club 18 holes, 6220 yards, par 72 1018 Country Club Rd., Pickens 864-878-6083 Boscobel 18 holes, 66449 yards, par 71 1221 Summers Drive, Pendleton 864-646-3991 Oconee Country Club 18 holes, 6007 yards, par 71 781 Richland Road, Seneca 864-882-8037 To learn more about golf courses near Clemson, visit vclem.us/golf.

Grand Central Station Disc Golf Course The longest “free to play” course in South Carolina. Great for all ages. 270 Sanders Road, Central SC. For more information, vclem.us/grandcentral.

➤ LAKES & RIVERS

There are few places in the world that provide the opportunity to enjoy so many different kinds of water in such close proximity. There are three major lakes – Hartwell, Keowee and Jocassee; The Wild and Scenic Chattanooga River and waterfalls in abundance.

Lake Hartwell Has 56,000 acres of water with 962 miles of shoreline bordering Georgia and South Carolina, making it one of the largest lakes in the southeast and ready for all forms of water activity.

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Boat Ramps Lawrence Bridge Road Twelve Mile Twin Lakes Oconee Point Coneross Lake Hartwell State Recreation area Lake Keowee Covers 18,372 acres with more than 300 miles of shoreline. The mountain views are stunning from almost anywhere on the lake and there are numerous islands ideal for parking the boat and having a picnic.

Boat Ramps Cane Creek Access Area Crow Creek Access Area Fall Creek Access Area Gap Hill Landing High Falls County Park Keowee Town Access Area Lake Keowee Marina Mile Creek Park South Cove County Park Stamp Creek Access Area Warpath Access Area Lake Jocassee Includes 7,565 acres of crystal clear water and 75 miles of shoreline. It is one of the deepest lakes in the area and has several waterfalls into the lake. The most undeveloped shoreline plus the mountain views make Jocassee the lake of choice for those who want to experience the undisturbed beauty of nature.

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Lake Hartwell

Boat Ramps Devils Fork State Park Double Springs Campground The Wild and Scenic Chattooga River Provides quiet water for trout fishing; rushing white water for rafting and areas that are perfect for kayaking, canoeing or just sitting beside – or in – and enjoying the views. Three organizations provide whitewater rafting on the Chattooga River: Nantahala Outdoor Center Southeastern Expeditions Wildwater Rafting Rentals Elkmont Trading Company Rent kayaks and canoes; retail shop for all outdoor recreation activities.

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Clemson Experimental Forest

EXPLORING THE attractions

With nearly 18,000 managed acres, the Clemson Experimental Forest offers wonderful recreational opportunities to the community. Horseback riding, mountain biking, hiking, bird and wildlife viewing and swimming are all popular activities.

Clemson Experimental Forest education and resource coordinator James Wilkins said portions of the forest lie in Oconee, Pickens and Anderson counties and there are more than 200 miles of trails, over 200 miles of streams and more than 100 miles of Hartwell Lake shoreline.

Lake Issaqueena is a major attraction in the north forest and most of the north forest around Lake Issqueena is referred to as the Issaqueena area or the Lake Issaqueena Area.

“The north forest has steeper and rockier topography and contains several scenic waterfalls such as Waldrop Stone Falls, Todds Creek Falls, Wildcat Creek Falls and Six Mile Creek Falls,” Wilkins said.

South of Clemon’s campus is generally referred to as the south forest and sometimes as the Fants Grove area. Wilkins said the south forest is typically flatter.

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the extensive beaver created wetlands near 18 Mile Creek,” he said.

In addition to the forest’s sustainable timber management, research and education missions, a little more than half of the forest is in the S.C. Department of Natural Resources’ (SCDNR) wildlife management area where hunting is allowed in season.

“Please see the SCDNR website for hunting rules and regulations and information on the hunting seasons,” Wilkins said.

Although no area of the Clemson Experi-

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mental has exclusive use of any one user group, typically mountain biking is more popular in the north forest and horseback riding is more popular in the south forest.

“Everyone should expect to share the trail with horses, bikes and people of all ages,” Wilkins said.

According to the mission of the Clemson Experimental Forest, the prime objective is for the forest to be a well-managed, self-sustaining, ecologically healthy, living laboratory, classroom and recreational resource for the benefit of the university, commerce and citizenry of South Carolina while protecting and promoting in perpetuity the forest as an irreplaceable educational, environmental, scientific and social asset.

The diversity of habitats and the interconnection of the Clemson Experimental Forest is important for conservation. Some of the highlights from research done over the years include more than 170 species of birds; 50 species of mammals including bobcat, bear, otter, coyote, red fox, grey fox, beaver and mink; 75 species of amphibians and reptiles; 25 species of fish; 54 species of trees and numerous wildflower species, according to Wilkins.

South Carolina Botanical Garden This is a unique location that consists of an abundance of natural landscapes, streams, nature trails and display gardens that stretch across 295 acres. The Bob Campbell Geology Museum, a nationally recognized naturebased sculpture collection helps define the garden experience. A great place to explore nature.

Open every day from dawn to dusk; admission is free. vclem.us/scbg.

right in the Upstate. Driving through the gates of the vineyard, visitors can view the winery — a French chateau-styled building which houses a tasting room, gift shop and deli. As folks sit back and relax with a glass of wine on the terrace, they can peer out at the 47- acre site. The Jayne family chose the property for its elevation and soil composition, perfect elements for producing Vinifera Wines. From the novice to the connoisseur, any wine lover will enjoy the experience at Victoria Valley Vineyards. For more information, go to vclem.us/vineyards or call (864) 878-5307.

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“Also interesting are the historical sites in the Clemson Experimental Forest including nine cemeteries six works progress administration sites and eight sites on the National Register of Historic Places,” Wilkins said.

Whether it’s spring, summer, winter or fall, locals are always exploring the Clemson Experimental Forest with friends or family – an accessible, close retreat from the hustle and bustle of life.

Bob Campbell Geology Museum See mineral clusters and sparkling gemstones. Marvel at fossilized plants and animals once buried in layers of rock, and don’t miss the iron meteorites and minerals that glow in the dark or Smilodon the Sabertoothed Cat that once roamed what is now South Carolina. Located at 103 Garden Trail, it is open Thurs – Sat 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m. Memorial Day to Labor Day, also open Wed 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Closed University holidays. vclem.us/geology.

Fran Hanson Discovery Center The Discovery Center, located in the S.C. Botanical Garden on the campus of Clemson University, is the visitor center for the S.C. Botanical Garden offers regional brochures and garden information. Featured exhibits by South Carolina artists rotate quarterly with a permanent collection by S.C. native Elizabeth B. Fuller. The Garden Discovery Room offers touch tables, microscopes and a reference library for nature and gardening enthusiasts.

Open Mon-Sat 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m. Closed Clemson University holidays. vclem.us/scbg.

‘55 Exchange Located in the Hendrix Student Center, the ’55 Exchange is a student run enterprise that manufactures, sells and serves Clemson’s world famous ice cream and other Clemson products like blue cheese, eggs, music CDs, etc. Open Mon. – Fri., 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; during June & July extended to 8 p.m., Mon, – Thurs.; and Sat.-Sun. 1 to 6 p.m. vclem. us/55exc.

Duke Energy’s World of Energy Located on Lake Keowee beside the Oconee Nuclear Station, Duke Energy’s World of Energy is an education center with self-guided exhibits that teach visitors of all ages how electricity is made. Guests also enjoy interactive games, a short nature trail, a butterfly garden and a picnic area with a beautiful view of Lake Keowee. Admission to the facility is free and is open Monday thru Saturday. Special events are held throughout the year so check our website often for details!

Enjoy a picnic and beautiful view of Lake Keowee, then take a leisurely stroll along their nature trail. 7812 Rochester Hwy, Seneca.

For more information and to find out about upcoming events, go to vclem.us/woe.

Victoria Valley Vineyards With rolling hills of vineyards, Victoria Valley Vineyards is like a little taste of Europe

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Pickens Flea Market & Bargain Exchange Find great bargains and an occasional treasure among the yardsale-type items, produce and antiques. Open every Wednesday.

1449 Walhalla Hwy., Pickens, SC, 29671. For more info, visit vclem.us/fleamkt or call 864878-4762.

Walhalla State Fish Hatchery Built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), this trout hatchery annually raises some 150,000 pounds of rainbow, brown and brook trout for stocking mountain streams and lakes.

Located on S.C. Highway 107; open daily 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., vclem.us/hatchery.

Upstate Heritage Quilt Trail This is a self-guided tour to discover the quilt panels located within Oconee, Pickens, and Anderson counties. Begun in February 2010 the project seeks to document the history of quilting, quilters, and their craft. Part of the National Quilt Trail, began in 2001 in Ohio, the Upstate Heritage Quilt Trail is associated with the 25 states in the United States and in Canada. The Trail celebrates the history and heirlooms of creativity born of necessity and recognized as an art form worldwide.

For street addresses and GPS coordinates, go to vclem.us/uhqt.

Outdoor Lab Located five miles from campus, the Clemson University Outdoor lab is a nature reserve on a peninsula on Hartwell lake with meeting and programming possibilities. From several summer weekend camps including Jaycee Camp Hope, Camp Sertoma, Camp Odyssey, Camp Lion’s Den and Camp Sunshine, to the friends and family-friendly retreat center among nature, there are numerous programs available for work and play.

The spacious facilities, Kresge Hall, Bowfin, Betty’s Place, Katydid, Cannon Chapel, Hopa Cabana, and Eagle’s Nest, provide an interactive and diverse range of experiences to suit the business and leisure needs for people of all ages.

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Clemson Farmers Market The Clemson Farmer’s Market features fresh, locally grown produce, specialty food items, and handmade crafts. The Market runs each Friday, May-September from 3-6pm.

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Tailgate Market, Harvest Market, and Holiday Market which all feature an expanded list of vendors and demonstrations. The Market will be moving to Thursday’s from 3-6pm for the 2018 season. 578 Issaqueena Trail, Clemson. For more information visit vclem.us/farmersmarket.

Eden Farms Just a short drive from downtown Easley and Pickens, Eden Farms is open to the public and offers an affordable, unique, and beautiful setting for gatherings of almost any kind. Miles of trails throughout the 160 acres are perfect for hiking and camping as well as riding. Trail rides, special events, cross-country riding and training, summer camps for kids and more. We have indoor banquet faciliites and can provide a great birthday party with trail ride, food and fun.

For more information, vclem.us/eden.

Split Creek Farm This working farm is a Grade A Dairy located in a barn designed and built by the owners to include the milking and cheese operations and a kid nursery. A retail gift shop featuring goat milk products and folk art is open to the public.

From Clemson, take SC Highway 187 and turn north toward Clemson Research Park, 2.7 miles. Turn right at the Mobile gas station and go 1/4 mile on Centerville Rd. The farm is on the left. Arts & Crafts in the Barn Yard will be held November 19,10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon - Sat (9 a.m.-6 p.m.); Sun (2 p.m.-5

tions and pricing information, 864-638-5754 or 864-324-1102.

Directions from Walhalla: Take SC Hwy 28 west from Walhalla; Turn Left on Whetstone Road and go 5 miles to Beulah Land Drive.

p.m.). Call 864-287-3921 or vclem.us/splitcreek.

The Happy Berry Farm A pick your own small fruit farm with blackberries, blueberries, figs, and elderberries. The season runs from June 1st until early September. 510 Gap Hill Rd. Six Mile Sc 29682, 864-8682946, vclem.us/happyberry.

Table Rock Equestrian Center Enjoy horseback riding with a trained guide through the streams and waterfalls of Pinnacle Mountain. Lessons and The Happy boarding are also Berry Farm available. Call 864-878-2896 for information and reservations today.

Located at 103 Sliding Rock Road, Pickens. www.tablerockresort.com 144 State Road S-39-69, Pickens SC 29671, 864-878-3942.

Chattooga Ridge Stables Located at 230 Beulah Land Drive, Mountain Rest, the stables offer horseback riding for beginners to experienced, including pony rides. Farm trail rides through streams and wooded trails. Call for reserva-

Rocky Gap/Willis Knob Horse Trails Map – Hiking 6 The Rocky Gap Trail in South Carolina and the Willis Knob Trail in Georgia combine to offer some of the most scenic horseback riding in the Southern Blue Ridge Mountains. Winding across deeply dissected ridges, the trails descend into the beautiful Chattoooga Wild and Scenic River corridor. The Whetstone Horse Camp in South Carolina serves as a base camp for many users of both trails. There is a fee for the Whetstone Horse Camp. Earls Ford road is very close to Whetstone Horse Camp and provides a parking area, and a hiking access trail to the Chattooga River.

For more great horseback experience go to: South Carolina Upstate Equine Council www.scupstateequine.org

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT culture In recent years the options for entertainment in the Clemson area have expanded to meet the demands of a diverse population.

The city’s lively downtown caters especially to students and young professionals with a smorgasbord of nightlife. Here they can shoot pool, dance to live music, sample brews at a variety of pubs or sip a cappuccino at one of the local coffee companies.

Memorial Stadium at Clemson University has hosted The Rolling Stones, Elton John, Billy Joel, U2, The Eagles and Reba McIntyre and, on a more sublime note, Clemson University’s carillon concerts are a special treat, while nightspots such as The Esso Club, and several places along Tiger Boulevard afford an opportunity to enjoy live jazz, soul or other great music. ➤ PERFORMING ARTS The Brooks Center for the Performing Arts Since opening in 1994, The Brooks Center on the Clemson University campus has elevated the city’s cultural offerings to a new level. The Brooks Center is home for the performing arts at Clemson University.

The state-of-the-art facility serves as a roadhouse to many nationally and internationally acclaimed dance companies, theatre troupes, and music ensembles of all types. The center is comprised of a 968seat proscenium theatre that serves as the main stage, a 100-seat black box theatre, and a 100-seat recital room.

Box Office Hours: Mon.-Fri., 1-5 p.m.; (864) 656-7787, vclem.us/brooks.

Clemson’s Carillon Clemson University’s carillon concerts feature the 47 bells atop Tillman Hall on

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Clemson’s Carillon campus. Concerts offer a wide repertoire — from show tunes to holiday carols. For information, call (864) 656-6366.

Clemson Little Theatre at the Pendleton Playhouse In 1989 The Clemson Little Theatre purchased the old movie theatre on Mechanic Street in Pendleton and renovated it into a modern playhouse that operates in conjunction with adjacent and Cox Hall. The playhouse serves as the home of The Clemson Little Theatre and Clemson Area Youth Theatre. For season or current production information visit vclem. us/clt or call 864-646-8100.

Oconee Community Theatre OCT continues to provide a wide variety of theatre experiences for the community.

For current productions and season offerings visit vclem.us/oct.

Walhalla Civic Auditorium The Walhalla Civic Auditorium complex is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Originally the Walhalla Graded School, established in 1903, the building and land were deeded to the Walhalla Auditorium Restoration Committee in 2004. Today, the WCA Our mission is a first-class facility for performances, conferences, and seminars that enhance

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the cultural and social life of the area.

More than two dozen productions are brought to its stage annually. For current events call 877-368- 5318 or visit vclem. us/wca. ➤ VISUAL ARTS The Arts Center This is a nonprofit community art center located in Clemson that provides exceptional arts education and makes fine art accessible and exciting to our community. In addition to an exciting selection of programs in a variety of cultural disciplines, the Center offers a variety of events in the art gallery and multipurpose auditorium during the day and evening hours.

Office & Gallery hours: MondayThursday 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Call for Thursday evening and Saturday hours. (864) 6335051, vclem.us/artscenter.

The Rudolph Lee Gallery Located in Lee Hall on the Clemson University campus the Lee Gallery regularly stages art exhibitions during the academic year that primarily highlight the work of students, faculty and area artists.

The Fran Hanson Discovery Center (Perimeter Road, west campus,

(864) 656-3405) features artists who demonstrate their work, including fiber art, watercolors and woodcarving.

Pickens County Museum of Art and History A variety of exhibits offer a kaleidoscope of life in Pickens County and the Upstate.

The museum also has limited engagement exhibits and the museum gift shop features the work of more than 100 local and regional fine, traditional and folk artisans that represents the artistic spectrum of this unique area.

Located at 307 Johnson Street, Pickens; Phone: (864) 898-5963 or visit vclem.us/ pcmuseum for current exhibit information.

Blue Ridge Arts Center Blue Ridge Arts Center, 111 E. South 2nd Street, Seneca, oversees a continuing series of exhibits featuring the work of both adults and students, community residents and traveling offerings. Classes for all ages and demonstrations are frequent. Information can be obtained by calling 864-882-2722 or vclem.us/brac.

The Rainey Fine Arts Center At Anderson University, 316 Blvd. St., (864) 231-2125) have exhibits throughout the year.

Hendrix Student Center On Clemson University’s campus, the center’s 163-seat McKissick Theatre shows first-run films and documentaries at bargain-basement prices. Free to Clemson University students.

For more information about entertainment, go to vclem.us/ entertainment ➤ LIBRARIES Cooper Library Created on October 29, 1981, when Senator Strom Thurmond announced his decision to place at Clemson University, his alma mater, the papers and memorabilia spanning his more than 65 years of public service, the center is a leader in applied research and service in public policy areas. It is located on Silas Pearman Blvd. on campus. Call 864-656-4700 for more information.

Faith Clayton Genealogy Room Housed at Southern Wesleyan University’s Rickman Library, the collection consists of genealogical material, including photographs, documents, books and a database of 350,000 Upstate names.

The collection contains reference books on Cherokee history in Pickens and Oconee counties.

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FESTIVALS & EVENTS events Spittoono Spittoono marks quarter-century at same location The Spittoono Festival is an annual family-friendly, three-day music festival held in mid-to-late August for the past 35 years, 25 of which prior to last year had taken place at the South Carolina National Guard Armory near Pendleton. Last year, the event, which is put on by the Redneck Performing Arts Association and raises money for charity, relocated to a pasture at 1569 Eighteen Mile Road in Central.

Traditionally held the first week of classes at Clemson University, the festival began as a spoof of Spoleto, the cultural festival held for years in Charleston. The event began in 1981, and over the past 10 years has been able to donate nearly $100,000 to charities. Admission is free and local bands that perform do so at no charge, with monies raised from the sale of t-shirts and cold beverages.

Musical styles range from rock ‘n’ roll to country, bluegrass and the blues. The event is held rain or shine and while dogs are welcome, they are asked to be kept on a leash. No coolers are allowed.

For more information, vclem.us/ spittoono.

Pendleton Spring Jubilee The Pendleton Spring Jubilee began in 1978 as a way to enhance tourism in Anderson, Oconee and Pickens counties.

The award-winning festival brings artisans from across the country, vying for the 100 spaces that are available. Music is provided by local and regional entertainers, and local food vendors are on hand to provide a variety of items.

During its existence over the past 38 years, the Spring Jubilee, held the first Saturday and Sunday in April, has twice been named the Best Festival in South Carolina in a Community of Less than 3,000; a Top 100 event by the American Bus Association; and multi-winner of the Top 20 Events in the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society. A part of the festival since its inclusion nearly a quarter of a century ago is the Jubilee Joy Ride, involving scenic roads in Anderson County. The 13- and 30mile loops explore country roads and travel through the communities of Sandy Springs and LaFrance while The Century consists of a 65-mile route starting at the end of the 30mile loop and continuing another 35 miles

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through northern Anderson County.

For more information, vclem.us/jubilee.

Spring into Clemson Spring into Clemson is an exciting vendor and music festival, highlighting downtown Clemson as not only a college town, but also a place where area residents can experience fun, food, and family activities while supporting a good cause. The festival features local musicians, shopping and food vendors, and a kid’s area that will be sure to entertain! The proceeds from this event are divided each year amongst the nonprofit communities that volunteered in the planning and execution of the festival.

Greater Clemson Music Festival This year marked the fifth year of the Clemson Music Festival, formerly known as Bluesfest, which has expanded to neighboring municipalities the past couple of years. Now, instead of simply blues music, there is country, rock, jazz and beach music for audiences to enjoy at the mid-April event.

The festival has also enjoyed a relationship with Clemson Area Transit for transportation to some historical sites in Clemson and Central that highlights textile, railroad and AfricanAmerican history. A 501(c) (3) non-profit, the festival benefits local charities, emerging African-American performers and cancer survivors.

For more information, vclem.us/gcmf.

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four locations in Clemson have provided an evening of art, live music, entertainment, food and drinks through Passport to the Arts held each March. The town-gown event is coordinated through The Arts Center and Clemson University Center for Visual Arts at the Lee Gallery, the Charles Cheezem Education Center at Patrick Square and CATbus headquarters on West Lane. Each guest receives a passport to get stamped at each location and can ride a Clemson Area Transit shuttle where local musicians will provide entertainment.

Each new venue will provide local food, music, art and creativity on display.

Included in the passport, which is the ticket, is four beverage drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), appetizers, live music and art exhibits at each of the four locations as well as entertainment on each CATbus. The passport must be kept on hand at all times and any belongings cannot be left on the bus.

Typically, attendees are able to view more than 200 works of art by more than 80 artists during the event. Many of the pieces of art on display are for sale for the first time.

For more information, vclem.us/ptta.

ClemsonFest Clemsonfest has enjoyed several locations in its 23-year history, including Jaycee Park and Bowman Field. However, since 1997, the event has called the Snow Family Outdoor Fitness and Wellness Center, formerly known as the Clemson University Campus Beach and Y Beach, home. Held each July 3rd, the celebration brings an estimated 7,000 people to hear beach music and enjoy the fireworks that conclude the evening.

A local Boy Scout troop conducts a flag raising and, later, a flag lowering ceremony and playing of taps. Entertainment includes adults of all ages competing in a grip contest while food vendor choices range from barbecue, grilled chicken and sweet potato fries to ice cream, shaved ice, kettle corn and funnel cakes. There is also a children’s area featuring interactive games, bounce houses and face painting.

For more information, vclem.us/clemsonfest.

For a complete list of upcoming festivals and events, see vclem.us/ Clemsonfest events.

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Looking to Tie the Knot?

For anyone looking to tie the knot in the Clemson area, there’s no shortage of options available that will provide beautiful backdrops for the big day.

And when it comes to natural beauty, it’s hard to beat the South Carolina Botanical Garden, a sprawling 295-acre property on the edge of the Clemson University campus that also happens to feature roughly a dozen different possible wedding locations, both indoors and outdoors, for almost any budget.

With the ability to seat up to 400 people, the Heritage Amphitheater is the largest option, while the Fran Hanson Discovery Center and Carriage House can accommodate up to 400 people as well.

Other outdoor options include the Xeriscape Garden, the Hortitherapy Garden, the Hayden Lecture area and the Cadet Life Garden, while indoor options include the Hayden Conference Center, indoors at the Fran Hanson Discovery Center and the Carriage House.

For more information, call (864) 6563405 to discuss availability and pricing, or visit clemson.edu/public/scbg/events/ rentals/venues.html.

Pendleton, the historic Ashtabula and Woodburn homes may top the list, as the plantation homes see no shortage of visitors every year.

The beautiful homes — Woodburn is located along U.S. Highway 76, while Asthabula is on S.C. Highway 88 — are also available to host weddings from April through October, with times running between three and eight hours.

Each location can accommodate up to 400 guests, and the Pendleton Historic Foundation — which oversees both locations — has a rental agreement with

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a local company to provide any needed equipment.

For scheduling at Woodburn, be sure to check the Clemson football schedule first, as the home is located right along with of the busiest traffic areas before and after games.

For more information, call 864-6500003 or visit vclem.us/weddings.

Sleepy Hollow During wedding season, if you drive down Issaqueena Trail, it’s likely you’ll see dozens of cars outside of the Sleepy Hollow

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Barn and Plantation, and if you look a little closer, you might catch a bride and groom on the wedding green.

Sleepy Hollow, founded in 1837 is located on 44 acres of forest, creeks and historic farmland and features the preserved J.C. Stribling Barn, which is on the National Historic Registry provides a perfect reception location. Originally a working farm of 270 acres, Sleepy Hollow also features the largest white oak in South Carolina.

For more information, call 864207-1540 or visit vclem.us/sleepyhollow.

Occasions at Wedgefield Since opening in 2002, Occasions at Wedgefield has played hosts to hundreds of weddings with the aim of making each event special and memorable.

Located in Central, the venue has a gabled entry, scenic grounds, specialty lighting and décor and a dance area.

There’s space for up to 175 seated guests, and 250 guests in a cocktail-style setup.

For ceremonies, Olivia’s Garden and Caldwell Pavilion provide an intimate outdoor setting, and in case of inclement weather, the venue has also a “Plan B” ready to go.

For more information, call 864-6390000 or visit vclem.us/occasions.

Mill Creek Lodge Located between Central and Clemson, Mill Creek Lodge offers access to a 20-acre pond and natural surroundings that make for an ideal wedding location.

The private retreat also features a cook shed with a grill and a stainless food-prep area, while cookers can also be brought in.

The lodge also has spacious, shady decks that help provide a relaxed, rustic atmosphere.

For availability and pricing, call 864654-1000, and for more information, visit vclem.us/millcreek.

Collins Ole Towne For those looking to step back to a simpler time on their big day, there are not many more unique options than Collins Ole Towne in Central.

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A recreated 1930s village, Collins Ole Towne allows people to visit a depressionera a one-room church, country store, barbershop, small corn mill, small sawmill and little red schoolhouse. For more information, availability and pricing on Collins Ole Towne, which is open to the public by quality appointment only, call 864-639custom 2618. and for more american information, vclem. us/oletowne.

Clemson University’s Conference Center and Inn The only lakeside wedding venue in Clemson is the Clemson University’s Conference Center and Inn. Their Owen Pavilion is an unforgettable location for your special day. This open-air facility is located beside the 17th green of the Walker Golf Course and has a panoramic view of Lake Hartwell. Offering 10,000 square feet of covered space, the Pavilion is a stunning setting for wedding

receptions – from causal to elegant. The Pavilion is surrounded by beautiful gardens and large lawn areas, which create the picture-perfect place for your wedding ceremony. The Conference Center also has a spacious, gorgeous Grand Ballroom, which opens onto a large hall overlooking the gardens, golf course and lake. Reception menus and unique décor are individually designed for each event. Wedding guests can stay at the adjacent Inn, where Outdoor Lab there is an exquisite bridal/honeymoon suite with a lavish whirlpool tub for the bride and groom’s wedding night.

For more information, call (864) 6567155 or visit the Conference Center & Inn’s website at: http://www.clemson.edu/ madren/conference/weddings/

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eats Bake and Cook Thai Located in the Shops of Clemson shopping complex in the downtown area, Bake and Cook Thai is proving to have staying power in a spot that’s seen a number of businesses come and go over the last decade.

A local favorite, the restaurant offers delicious dining and takeout — with online ordering available — and has been recognized for its service and friendly staff.

“Our Thai restaurant is known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients,” the restaurant’s website reads.

The is open seven days a week, Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m., and again from 4:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from noon until 3 p.m., and again from 4:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m.

Also, be sure to check out Bake and Cook Thai’s lunch specials, which run from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Tuesday through Friday.

Sole on the Green When Clemson University opened the Walker Course and the Madren Conference Center to the public in 1995, it marked a shining moment for the school and an opportunity to bring more visitors to campus.

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The Martin Inn, connected to the Madren Center, opened three years later as a quaint inn for campus visitors, and in recent years, the addition of Sole on the Green has enhanced the facility even more, giving the community and visitors alike a popular dining option with a wide-ranging menu of favorites, along with a wide array of drink options as well.

The full-service restaurant, located in the conference center and inn facility on the Clemson campus, is open for lunch and dinner all week, operating Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. for lunch, Monday through Saturday from 4-10 p.m. for dinner, and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. for lunch and brunch.

The dining room and outdoor patio feature a magnificent view of the golf course and Lake Hartwell, as Sole on the Green provides one of the most unique dining options in town.

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ust a few steps across from campus lies perhaps the most quintessentially Clemson establishment the town has to offer. The Esso Club, which has been slinging drinks since 1933, is a local favorite, and it’s not short on national accolades either.

Sports Illustrated and ESPN The Magazine have penned glowing pieces on the converted gas station — the gas pumps went out of commission in the 1980s — which lies in the shadow of Memorial Stadium but is certainly more than just a game-day hot spot.

Known for its meat-and-three special and its chicken tenders — in addition to cold beer — the Esso Club is a spot where families can visit for a meal and take in the establishment’s rich history.

“I believe that people should visit because of the character and the history this building itself has,” said general manager Candice Bell. “Don’t get me wrong, the food is great and we serve large portions for reasonable prices, but the legacy it what brings people here.”

In addition to the Clemson memorabilia and photos on the walls, check out the bar top itself — it’s made old wooden seats from Memorial Stadium.

Look above the bar, too — you might be impressed by some of the celebrities who’ve signed Esso gear that’s now on permanent display.

Visit the Esso Club Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. until 2 a.m., and Saturdays from 11 a.m. until midnight.

AREA RESTAURANTS eats ➤ AMERICAN 356 Sushi & Martini Bar 366 College Ave (864) 653-1356 Beef O’ Brady’s 101 Canoy Ln (864) 654-5151 Blue Heron 405 College Ave (864) 653-3354 Calhoun Corners 103 Clemson St (864) 654-7490 Dakota’s Courtyard 217 W Main St (Central) (864) 513-3663 IHOP 1390 Tiger Blvd, Ste 400 (864) 643-1052 Jake’s Wayback Burgers 1390 Tiger Blvd, Ste 112 (864) 653-9700 Mac’s Drive In 404 Pendleton Rd (864) 654-1103 Palmetto’s Smokehouse & Oyster Bar 199 Old Greenville Hwy (864) 650-2664 Pixie & Bills 1058 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-1210 Rick Erwin’s Clemson 127 Market St (864) 654-9466

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Sole on the Green 230 Madren Center Dr (864) 656-7444

Thaiger Café 1066 Tiger Blvd (864) 507-6089

Pot Belly Deli 109 Wall St (864) 654-3663

SunnySide Café 405 College Ave Ste 120 (864) 653-9532

Yolk Asian Kitchen 906 Tiger Blvd, Ste 3 (864) 623-7977

Sam’s Gyro & Shish Kebab 361 College Ave (864) 722-5502

The Alumni Restaurant & Bar 1310 Tiger Blvd (864) 986-6230

Zen Ramen & Sushi Burrito 1067 Tiger Blvd, Ste 30 (864) 722-5462

The Burger Joint 378 College Ave (864) 722-9090

➤ COFFEE SHOPS All In Coffee Shop 106 Earle St (864) 372-4510

The Esso Club 129 Old Greenville Hwy (864) 654-5120 Waffle House 1064 Tiger Blvd (864) 653-9381 Western Sizzlin’ 898 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-3112 Wingin’ it 359 College Ave (864) 654-2444 ➤ ASIAN/ CHINESE Bake and Cook Thai Restaurant 405 College Ave (864) 722-5514 Hibachi Grill China Buffet 1053 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-8868

Dunkin Donuts 1068 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-4459

Subway 826 Old Greenville Hwy (864) 653-8355 341 College Ave (864) 654-1432 ➤ FAST FOOD Bojangles’ 102 Canoy Ln (864) 654-8135 Bojangles of Pendleton 7610 Hwy 76 (864) 646-4680

Moe Joe Coffee Co 385 Old Greenville Hwy (864) 653-8563

Chick-fil-A 1061 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-4655

Spill the Beans 102 North Clemson Ave (864) 654-1515

Cook Out 1055 Tiger Blvd (864) 653-5314

Starbucks 1082 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-1751 ➤ DELI, SANDWICH SHOP Firehouse Subs 385 College Ave (864) 654-7827

KFC & Long John Silvers 118 Pinnacle St (864) 654-1598 McDonald’s 1065 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-3498 Taco Bell 1057 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-7746

Groucho’s Deli 104 Finley St (864) 653-7764

JuiceBCos 105 Wall St #2 (864) 986-9066 Smoothie King 1060 Tiger Blvd (864) 722-9088 Spill the Beans 102 North Clemson Ave (864) 654-1515 TCBY 1390 Tiger Blvd, Ste 302 (864) 654-3030 ➤ MEXICAN Chipotle 393 College Ave (864) 653-5801 El Jimador 1062 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-8006 Moe’s Southwest Grill 391 College Ave (864) 654-6630 Monterrey Mexican Restaurant 1710 W Main St (Central) (864) 654-1005 Super Taco 391 Old Greenville Hwy (864) 654-6474

Wendy’s 1048 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-5099

➤ PIZZA/ ITALIAN Brioso Fresh Pasta 360 College Ave (864) 653-3800 Columbos Pizza 203 Pendleton Rd (864) 654-1103

Ruby Tuesday 900 Tiger Blvd (864) 653-8050

Osaka Express 518 College Ave, Ste 100 (864) 654-3060

Jersey Mike’s Subs 1067 Tiger Blvd, Ste 40 (864) 654-9266

Sardis Den/Goobers 520-2 Old Greenville Hwy (864) 654-7427

Red Bowl 1390 Tiger Blvd, Ste 210 (864) 654-8800

Jimmy John’s 393 College Ave (864) 653-9001

Which Wich Superior Sandwiches 511-A Fort Hill St (864) 656-9422

Skins Hotdogs 1070 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-4422

Tokyo Japan 906 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-4700

McAlister’s Deli 1390 Tiger Blvd, Ste 306 (864) 654-0400

Zaxby’s 1059 Tiger Blvd (864) 653-6768

➤ ICE CREAM/ SMOOTHIES ’55 Exchange 720 McMillan Rd (864) 656-2155

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Domino’s 501 Old Greenville Hwy (Bi-Lo) (864) 653-7575

Joe’s NY Pizza 104 Thomas Green Blvd (864) 722-5464 Little Caesar’s 391 College Ave, Ste 105 (864) 653-9540 Papa John’s Pizza 501 College Ave (864) 653-7272 Peppino’s Pizzeria 384 College Ave, Ste 2 (864) 653-3555 Pizza Hut 1073 Tiger Blvd (864) 654-8646 Todaro Pizza 105 Sloan St (864) 654-3001 Tony’s Pizza 500 Old Greenville Hwy (864) 654-1555 Your Pie 111 Earle St (864) 643-4180 ➤ PUBS Backstreets Pub & Deli 102-1 Earle St (864) 653-7581 Loose Change 349 College Ave (864) 654-1090 Nicks Tavern & Deli 107-2 Sloan St (864) 654-4890 Sloan Street Tap Room 109-1 Sloan St (864) 654-7210 TD’s of Clemson 347 College Ave (864) 653-6518 Tiger Town Tavern 368 College Ave (864) 654-5901 2017 Official Visitors Guide | 21

CREATING COMMUNITY THROUGH PEOPLE, PARKS AND PROGRAMS Stay & Play In Our Parks!

We offer over 200 campsites in our three beautiful county parks. Electricity and water at each site, friendly staff, clean restrooms, hiking trails, playgrounds, Lake Keowee and Chauga River access, tent only areas as well as large RV sites!

SOUTH COVE COUNTY PARK 86 Camping Sites 1 Shelter 1 Recreational Building Boat Ramps 4 Tennis Courts 2 Playgrounds Fishing Pier Lake Keowee

All Areas Open Year-Round

HIGH FALLS COUNTY PARK

100 Camping Sites 2 Shelters 1 Recreational Building Boat Ramp Fishing Pier Miniature Golf Playground Softball Field, Volleyball, Basketball & Tennis Lake Keowee

Day Use & Lake Access Open Year-Round Camping closed Nov. 20 thru first weekend in March

CHAU RAM COUNTY PARK 28 Camping Sites Primitive Camping Areas 4 Shelters 1 Recreational Building Waterfalls Hiking Trails Chauga River Access Closed Nov. 20 thru first weekend in March

Oconee County, South Carolina’s Freshwater Coast www.ExperienceOconee.com

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Garrison Arena: “a hidden gem” for Clemson

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ocated a few miles away from the Clemson University campus, the T. Ed Garrison Arena is tucked away on an unassuming piece of land in Pendleton not far from Tri-County Technical College.

For passersby on S.C. Highway 76, it’s easy to miss — it can’t be seen from the road — unless you catch a glimpse of signs pointing you toward it, but for those in the know, there’s no way to miss what the arena has meant to the area since its opening in 1991.

One of the premier multi-purpose livestock facilities in the Southeast, Garrison Arena is the Palmetto State’s only full service, public facility designed to promote the state’s billion-dollar livestock industry.

And as part of a 2012 impact study, it was found the arena provided $4.38 million in direct spending to the local economy — not bad for a facility that’s just slightly off the beaten path.

“The T. Ed Garrison Arena is a hidden gem of the Upstate,” said Chris Heintze, the director of the arena. “The majority of our shows are free to attend and provide fun family entertainment for all ages.”

Named for T. Ed Garrison, an Anderson County native who served in the South Carolina House of Representatives from 1959-66, then the South Carolina Senate from 1967-88, the arena seats 5,000 people and even played host to President Donald Trump while he was on the campaign trail ahead of the 2016 election.

The facility, which includes an indoor main arena and a covered arena, features four barns with a total of 440 permanent stalls, two all-weather riding rings, 45 full-service RV sites with power, water and sewer, and an additional 30 additional RV power and water hookups.

The arena also features numerous events throughout the year, including shows, sales, exhibits and educational programs that benefit those in agriculture and agribusiness in addition to the youth of South Carolina.

Because of the numerous events, the arena draws thousands of visitors to the area every year, boosting tourism and economic development.

“We host horse shows, cattle shows, rodeos, dog shows, goat shows, graduations, banquets, conventions, youth horse camps, expos and many new exciting events starting in 2018 and 2019,” Heintze said.

completed by November 2017.

Looking ahead to the coming years, For more on the Garrison Arena, visit Heintze added the facility’s cattle sale clemson.edu/public/garrison or call (864) complex — a 10,000-square-foot building 646-2717. with a concrete floor — is undergoing a renovation to be completed by January 2018 to make it fully air conditioned.

“This will allow us to continue to host or cattle sales but also will allow us to host banquets, weddings, trade shows, receptions, large • Sales Department and meetings, and many other opportunities,” On the Water Showroom he said. “We are very excited about this renovation • Boat Rentals and feel that it will greatly enhance the • Boat Storage marketability of our facility.”

• Covered Fuel Dock Heintze added one of the arena’s warm-up rings will • Full Service Marine Center be converted to an all-weather ring • On the Water Dining to provide shows another competition ring regardless of weather, while 25 more full-service RV sites — all of which can be 150 Clemson Marina Drive rented for shows, the general public Seneca, SC 29678 and fans during 864-280-1449 facebook.com/ football season — clemsonmarina www.clemsonmarina.us are expected to be www.visitclemson.com

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TALES OF THE PAST heritage Ashtabula Plantation This is a charming two-story clapboard plantation house built c. 1825 by Lewis Ladson Gibbes (1771-1828) and his wife, the former Maria Drayton and later owned by their son Lewis Reeves Gibbs, the famous SC naturalist. The orginal 2-story brick building on the site dates to before 1790 and was the site of a traveler’s tavern prior to the building of the main house. Ashtabula is a house museum situated on ten acres of open ground with its colonial period brick dependency and well house. The house was restored by the Pendleton Historic Foundation and furnished with antebellum antiques and family artifacts. Located at 2725 Old Greenville Hwy, Central.

Tuesdays through Fridays, 1-4 p.m., and Sundays 1-4 p.m.; vclem.us/ashtabula

Freedom’s Hill Church Located on the campus of Southern Wesleyan University, the church features a dramatic history of church-goers who stood against slavery and faced violent opposition. Outside the church is a garden in the shape of a wagon wheel – a symbol once used on the Underground Railroad that spirited slaves to freedom. Student-led worship

services and interpretive programs are the focus of the chapel. vclem.us/freedomshill

Old Stone Church Located at 101 Stone Circle in Clemson, War hero Gen. Andrew Pickens and others built this Presbyterian church in 1797. The sanctuary was damaged by fire and is no longer in use, but stands watch over a fascinating cemetery where many pioneers are buried, including Pickens and his family.

Col. Robert Anderson, of Revolutionary War fame, also is buried in the cemetery.

Hopewell Plantation Built about 1785 initially as a log structure, Hopewell Plantation is representative of a rural house type, which was common in the late 18th and early 19th century in the South Carolina backcountry. Beginning with a small log structure as a frontier pioneer home for Gen. Andrew Pickens (ca. 1785), Hopewell was substantially enlarged by Gen. Pickens and was his plantation home for about 20 years, (ca. 1785-1815). The historical significance of Hopewell rests on the national stature of General Pickens, who will be remembered in American history for his significant contributions as a Revolutionary War General and later as a Native-American negotiator. vclem.us/hopewell

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an excellent example of a 19th Century SC Upcountry plantation home. Originally built for Charles Cotesworth Pinckney, members of the Adger family of Charleston took over the plantation and expanded the home.

Woodburn now consists of a house, museum, furnished with antebellum antiques and artifacts; walking trails, outbuildings and a recreation of a Victorian carriage house.

Sundays, 2-5 p.m., April-October. vclem.us/ woodburn

South Carolina Botanical Garden/ Hanover House & Hunt Cabin Hanover House was built for Paul de St. Julien in 1716 in Berkley County, South Carolina, the Hanover House was reconstructed on the Clemson University campus in 1941 and moved to the South Carolina Botanical Garden in 1994. The house is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is managed by Clemson University’s Historic Properties department.

The Hanover House is open Saturdays, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–4:30 p.m., and Sundays 2–4:30 p.m. It is often open on Wednesdays 11a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–4 p.m.; call the Hanover House 864.656.2241 first to confirm. Closed University holidays.

The restored Hunt Cabin was built around 1826 by Charles Hunt Jr., who had married Martha Dalton in 1825. As a wedding present, Martha’s father, Solomon Dalton, gave Charles 2,300 acres of land. The Hunt Cabin was built on this tract of land in Seneca, SC.

The Cabin was scheduled to be torn down, but was purchased by the Clemson Class of 1915 for $35 and moved to Clemson College in 1955. The original home contained four bedrooms on the first floor and a large front porch. As it currently stands, the Hunt Cabin has one large open room on the first floor, and the front porch is long removed.

General Andrew Pickens, a good friend of the Hunts, spent many nights in their home.

Legend has it that during the Civil War, General Sherman spent a night at the cabin, and thus spared it from the torch during his long campaign in the South. vclem.us/hanover

Located at 307 Johnson Street, Pickens; Phone: (864) 898-5963 or visit vclem.us/ pcmuseum Clemson African American Museum This museum showcases the historical achievements of local African Americans in the Greater Clemson Area and serves as a resource center to engage the community in intellectual discourse about the past. It is located in the Calhoun Bridge Center, 214 Butler St, Clemson, and is open Tues-Thurs., from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; vclem.us/caaam

long before counties were organized. Popular exhibits include the Dugout Canoes being preserved within the museum, a walk-in Stump House Tunnel exhibit and a Depression Era Tenant Farmer’s House. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 12 – 6 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.; vclem.us/ohc

The Lunney Museum Listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, this California-style bungalow has been completly restored and contains a substantial collection of Victorian furniture and period collectibles.; vclem.us/lunney

Fort Hill Plantation Fort Hill was the home of John C. Calhoun and Thomas Green Clemson. Calhoun and his wife, Floride, resided in the house from 1825 until 1850, the year of Calhoun’s death. In 1866 the estate passed to her daughter, Anna Marie, and her husband, Thomas Green Clemson. Clemson would reside in the house until 1888, the year of his death. The plantation is mostly furnished with family artifacts. Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon and 1-4:30 p.m.; phone: (864) 656-2475; vclem.us/forthill

Pickens County Museum of Art and History A variety of exhibits offer a kaleidoscope of life in Pickens County and the Upstate.

The museum also has limited engagement exhibits and the museum gift shop features the work of more than 100 local and regional fine, traditional and folk artisans that represents the artistic spectrum of this unique area.

Hagood Mill This historic site is a public, nonprofit educational institution whose purpose is to collect, preserve, exhibit and interpret the artifacts, antiquities and archival, cultural and natural history of the county and surrounding region.

The new Hagood Creek Petroglyph Site of South Carolina features Native American Rock Carvings and an interactive light show.

The Mill hosts special events on the third Saturday of every month with a $5 parking fee.

Open Wednesday thru Saturday, 10 a.m.4 p.m.; vclem.us/hagood.

Oconee Heritage Center Located at 123 Browns Square Drive, Walhalla, the Oconee Heritage Center brings history back to life through museum exhibits, educational programs, festivals and much more. The OHC is housed in the historic Tobacco Warehouse (1892) and first opened in 2004.

Visitors explore the history of Native Americans, immigration, railroads, New Deal programs, textile mills, agriculture and much more as it relates to the area. The museum offers a self-guided tour through time www.visitclemson.com

Central History Museum This late-18th-century house a 416 Church St., Central, was the home of a local merchant and now houses a collection of historic memorabilia that includes Bertha Evans Morgan’s raised garden. The house is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Open each Sunday 2-4 p.m. and is closed on major holidays. Open by appointment. vclem.us/centralhistory The Central Railway Museum The museum includes a “heritage” layout in classic toy train scales, large dual-level HO layout and a garden layout. The museum is located at 108 Werner St., and is open the second Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to noon. vclem.us/centralrailway Faith Clayton Genealogy Room Housed at Southern Wesleyan University’s Rickman Library, the collection consists of genealogical material, including photographs, documents, books and a database of 350,000 Upstate names. The collection contains reference books on Cherokee history in Pickens and Oconee counties. vclem. us/faithclayton 2017 Official Visitors Guide | 25

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yesterday Pickens was named in honor of the distinguished Revolutionary soldier, Brigadier General Andrew Pickens, whose home of Hopewell was on the southern border of the Pendleton District.

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ickens County was Cherokee Indian Territory until the American Revolution.

The Cherokees sided with the British, suffered defeat and surrendered their South Carolina lands.

In 1791, the state Legislature established Washington District, a judicial area composed of present-day Greenville, Anderson, Pickens and Oconee counties, and then composed of Greenville and Pendleton counties. Streets for the courthouse town of Pickensville (near present-day Easley) were laid off, and soon a cluster of buildings arose that perhaps included a large wooden hotel, which served as a stagecoach stop. In 1798, Washington District was divided into Greenville and Pendleton districts. The latter included what eventually became Anderson, Oconee and Pickens counties. A new courthouse was erected at Pendleton to accommodate the Court of General Sessions and Common Pleas, and soon thereafter Pickensville began to decline.

In view of the growing population and poor transportation facilities in Pendleton District, the Legislature divided it into counties in 1826. The lower part became Anderson and the upper Pickens, named in honor of the distinguished Revolutionary soldier, Brigadier General Andrew Pickens, whose home of Hopewell was on the southern border of the district. A courthouse was established on the west bank of the Keowee River, and a small town called Pickens Court House soon developed.

By 1860, Pickens District had a population of over 19,000 persons of whom 22 percent were slaves. The district was largely rural and agricultural. Its small industry consisted mainly of sawmills, gristmills and a few other shops producing goods for home consumption. The district’s Protestant churches were numerous, but schools were few. The Blue Ridge Railroad reached the district in September 1860. During the Civil War

Pickens County’s growth was the coming of the textile industry. The county’s first modern cotton mill, organized by D. K. Norris and others, was established at Cateechee in 1895. By 1900, the county could boast of three cotton mills, two railroads, three banks, three roller mills, 37 sawmills, 10 shingle mills and four brickyards.

Yet until 1940, with a population of 37,000 (13.2 percent black), the county remained primarily rural and agricultural.

The most significant developments in the county’s history have occurred since World War II. By 1972, there were 99 manufacturing plants in the county employing almost 15,000 personnel and producing not only textiles but a wide variety of other products.

the district suffered little from depredations of regular Yankee troops but was frequently plundered by marauders and deserters who swept down from the mountains.

The war left the region largely destitute.

The South Carolina Constitutional Convention of 1868, meeting during the first year of Congressional Reconstruction, established Oconee County out of the portion of Pickens District west of the Keowee and Seneca rivers plus a small area around the Fort Hill estate that formerly belonged to John C. Calhoun. This small area around the Calhoun property was transferred to Pickens County — This article was originally written for “Pickin the 1960s. ens County Heritage” and is reprinted with the A new courthouse for Pickens County was permission of author G. Anne Sheriff. erected at its present location, and many of the residents of Old Pickens on the Keowee moved to the newly created town, some with their dismantled homes. The loss of the Oconee area greatly reduced the county’s population. It did not again reach 19,000 until 1900.

The county’s growth was accelerated by the building of the Atlanta and Charlotte Air Line Railroad (later called the Southern Railway) in the 1870s.

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‘A True Outfitters Store’

Summer just isn’t summer in Clemson without a pair of nice shades to block out the sun and some fishing supplies to have a lazy afternoon on Lake Hartwell.

And sunglasses can help fans watch their Tigers play football on a hot, sunny day in Death Valley.

Shop owner David Gaddy said the best way to sum up Gaddy’s Lake View Outfitters is the shop sells the “Clemson lifestyle.”

Palmetto Shades/Gaddy’s Lake View Outfitters is the place on Lake Hartwell to rent paddleboards and kayaks, buy live bait and fishing supplies and grab a pair of sunglasses. In fact, Palmetto Shades is the only store on Lake Hartwell, according to Gaddy.

The shop is located off Tiger Boulevard near Larry Abernathy Waterfront Park and is open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

According to Gaddy, his business is a “true outfitters” store, which sells major brands of sunglasses, t-shirts and sandals. Gaddy’s also has a “try before you buy” demo policy on any paddle sports equipment.

Before going out on the lake on a lazy afternoon for fishing, customers can get live bait at Gaddy’s, including herring, minnows, crickets and worms, according to the store’s Facebook page.

And Gaddy’s also has skateboards, Clemson apparel and an outdoor stage for live music.

“You really need to stop by and check us out,” Gaddy said.

For more information, visit www.palmettoshades.com or the Facebook Page Palmetto Shades/Gaddy’s Lake View Outfitters or call 864-643-0190. Gaddy can be reached at david@palmettoshades.com.

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supplies one would need for football games. Cartmill said shoppers can find chairs, cups, tumblers, license plate frames, magnets and stickers.

Tiger Sports Shop is also the “exclusive in-town” Nike Sideline apparel provider, according to Cartmill.

“We carry the apparel you see the coaches and players wear,” Cartmill said.

“We have those exclusively.”

The shop also carries Cutter and Buck men’s golf and resort wear.

And of course Tiger Sports Shop has the simple self-printed t-shirts for any Clemson fan.

“True Tiger fans aren’t like other fans,” shop owner Julie Ibrahim said on www.tigersports.com. “We’re a family, bound together by pride, tradition and an intense love of Clemson orange. We built The Tiger Sports Shop on shared passion. Four decades later, our fellow fans are still the reason we exist.”

‘Everything Clemson’

The Tiger Sports Shop has branded itself as “Everything Clemson for the Clemson fan.”

Tiger Sports is the go-to place in Clemson for Clemson University sports apparel and Tiger merchandise, according to general manager of operations Shawn Cartmill. The shop carries athletic t-shirts, sweatshirts and polo shirts for men, women and children.

And now that Clemson has two football national championships under its belt, there’s an abundant supply of championship t-shirts, too.

Started in 1974 by Clemson soccer coach I. M. Ibrahim, Tiger Sports Shop has a downtown location at 364 College Ave. in the old Clemson theater and a highway location at 1102 Tiger Blvd, according to www.tigersports.com.

The downtown shop is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. The highway location is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday

from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., according to the site.

The shop is also open on game days, according to Cartmill.

In addition to clothing apparel, Tiger Sports Shop also carries all the tailgating

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Lansing Alayne 405 College Ave, (864) 643-4170

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MH Frank 380 College Ave, (864) 654-4484, wwwmhfrankltdcom Palmetto Shades 384 College Ave, (864) 643-0190 Sassy’s Shoes and Gifts 109 Sloan St, (864) 654-4150 Screen My Tee 215 Pendleton Road, Ste 50, (864) 735-2702 Southern Fried Cotton 393 College Ave, (864) 654-7500 ➤ CLEMSON APPAREL Greek Gallery 353 College Ave, (864) 654-6784 Judge Keller’s 367 College Ave, (864) 654-6646

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Gaddy’s Lakeview Outfitters/Palmetto Shades 1044 Tiger Blvd, (864) 643-0190

Uncle Fred’s Warehouse 201 Foothills Center Dr, West Union SC 29696 (864) 916-4166

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