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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

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Environmental Learning Center November Program Calendar

The Environmental Learning Center has posted their November 2023 schedule of events.  Lots of opportunities for learning more about Edisto...
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Dune Fencing Edisto Beach State Park Event Volunteering

FRESPACE Helps with Dune Damage from Idalia

On Tuesday, October 3, 2023 five Frespace members assisted the Edisto Beach State Park staff in replacing the sand fence...
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Environmental Learning Center October Program Calendar

The Environmental Learning Center has posted their October 2023 schedule of events.  Lots of opportunities for learning more about Edisto...
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Edisto Beach State Park Edisto Beach State Park Event Sand Dune Fencing Volunteering

Volunteer Opportunity

The first project for this Fall is going to be to repair or replace the sand fencing near Coots. Also,...
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Sea Turtles Turtle Nest Inventory

Public Turtle Nest Inventories End

As a result of storm surge and king tides this week, Edisto Beach State Park has lost majority of the...
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