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Welcome to FRESPACE!

We are FRESPACE, that is FRiends of Edisto Beach State Park and the Edisto ACE Basin Environmental Learning Center (ELC). Founded in October 2002, we are a South Carolina corporation with tax exempt 501(c)(3) status.

Our purpose is to solicit volunteers and raise funds to support local educational and recreational projects for the public by enhancing the park systems, Environmental Learning Center, Ranger Station, and park grounds.

FRESPACE Announcements

Edisto Beach State Park FRESPACE Board Sea Turtles

FRESPACE Board Members in Action

FRESPACE Board Members do more than attend meetings. For example, Vice President Lisa Cumming is on the Turtle Patrol at Edisto...
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Turtlefest

TurtleFest and a tribute to Jack!

Turtles come and go, but Jack was local. A resident who stayed throughout the year. He was a piebald deer...
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FRESPACE in the Community Volunteering

FRESPACE Volunteer Opportunity – Movies in the Park

Frespace members, Frespace is once again sponsoring the free popcorn for “Movies in the Park” in association with Edisto Beach...
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Turtlefest

Frespace Volunteers Needed for Turtle Fest

Frespace Members, Volunteers are needed to help with the Turtle Fest on May 31 at the Edisto Civic Center. Historically,...
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Edisto Beach State Park Environmental Learning Center Sea Turtles Turtle Nest Inventory

EBSP first turtle nest of the 2025 season! Opportunity to be a sponsor

Volunteers recently identified the first turtle nest on EBSP for the 2025 season! It's always exciting to find a new...
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