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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

Environmental Learning Center Environmental Learning Center Event Events

Environmental Learning Center 20th Anniversary: You Are Invited

You’re invited! Join us for the BIG 2-0 celebration of the Learning Center on May 4, 2024! Activities/booths: 10am -...
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Edisto Beach State Park Event Sea Turtles Turtle Night Walks

Sea Turtle Night Walks Are Back

The loggerhead sea turtle is a mysterious and beautiful visitor to our South Carolina coast. Our program explores the life...
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Hole Patrol Volunteering

FRESPACE Hole Patrol: Volunteers Needed

Description: Walking in a team of two in the day-use area of the state park beach. Help to pick up...
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Trails Volunteering

Call for Volunteers: Trail Maintenance

We have an opportunity to help the park with trail maintenance on Wednesday, May 8, at 1:00 pm in the...
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Environmental Learning Center Environmental Learning Center Event Events

Environmental Learning Center May Program Calendar

The Environmental Learning Center has posted their May 2024 schedule of events.  Lots of opportunities for learning more about Edisto...
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