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It’s no secret our country has a weight problem. And some of the most impacted are our children. According to the American Heart Association, one in three American children and teens is overweight or obese. Yikes! Several factors contribute to this: poor nutrition, lack of exercise, too much TV time, eating fast food and the list goes on. Parks can play a role in tackling this problem by giving children safe places to spend time outdoors.
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When all the conditions are just right, outdoor weddings can be amazing – sunsets, blue skies with puffy white clouds, all the colors of nature. In Charleston, especially, we have plenty of spots for some pretty incredible outdoor weddings. While people might tend to think of a beach wedding first, don’t discount Charleston’s parks as a setting for the big day.
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We’ve stashed some caches in local parks so get your GPS or smartphone ready for geocaching.
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Running is a popular activity here in Charleston, which makes sense considering the Holy City hosts a world-class 10K race with the Cooper River Bridge Run. Diehard runners won’t be deterred by the humidity, and Bridge Run participants begin training in January to make it over the slopes of the bridge.
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Get up early this Saturday morning, May 22, and come out to the Farmers Market! The weather is supposed to be sunny and mild, and what better way to enjoy a gorgeous day outside in our beautiful city? And, the Charleston Parks Conservancy will be there with a chance to win a custom bike! Here are 5 reasons to set your alarm early tomorrow.
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