Discover Nature Program Myrtle Beach State Park
Even in the middle of the vast development of the Grand Strand, Myrtle Beach State Park remains an oasis of green where visitors can learn to appreciate the importance of our natural coastal resources. Through exploration, hands-on activities and personal experiences, students learn about these resources, the importance of protecting them and the need for their continued existence in highly-developed areas.
Contact Details
Ann Malys Wilson, Interpretive Ranger
(843) 238-0874
awilson@scprt.com
Field Trips
Sensational Seeds - 1st/2nd grade
Online Field Trips START HERE:
Terrific Turtles - 1st/2nd grade
- Terrific Turtles pre-activity
- Terrific Turtles post-activity - Ten Turtle Tips
- Terrific Turtles post-activity - Review
Online Field Trips START HERE:
- Video 1 - Turtles
- Video 2 - Sea Turtles
- Video 3 - More About Sea Turtles
- Video 4 - Sea Turtle Volunteers, Nesting & Helpful Hints
Cost
Online field trips are no charge. On-site field trips are:
- 1 program (up to 25 students) = $175
- 2 programs (up to 50 students) =$350
- 3 programs (up to 75 students) = $525
How to Book-
Reservations for the current school year begin on August 31 at 11:30 am. Call or email Ann Malys Wilson, Myrtle Beach State Park’s Interpretive Ranger, to book.
Chaperones
In addition to the teacher, we request one (1) chaperone per eight (8) students. The teacher and these chaperones are free. Any additional chaperones will be charged $5 (per chaperone) in addition to the program fee.
Facilities Available
Nature center, activity center, indoor classroom, one mile of beach, fishing pier, nature trail in maritime forest, playground, covered picnic shelters, and restrooms. Snacks and drinks are available for purchase at the fishing pier.
What to Wear
Please dress according to the day’s weather- it may be chilly, hot or windy! The weather may be different at the beach than where students live. Students will get sandy!
Safety
Bring sunscreen, plenty of water to drink (students require more water when playing/learning outside on a field trip than during a normal indoor school day) and a first aid kit. Bring bug repellent if you are attending the Sensational Seeds program.