Exploring the Yawkey Wildlife Center

15 July, 2015
Exploring the Yawkey Wildlife Center

The Tom Yawkey Wildlife Center, spanning 20,000 acres in Georgetown, South Carolina, stands as a testament to Tom Yawkey’s legacy of conservation. Yawkey, renowned for his ownership of the Boston Red Sox, cherished this land, leaving explicit instructions for its preservation. Guided tours led by Department of Natural Resources biologist Jim Lee offer glimpses into the center’s rich history, including civil war forts and the fishing spot beloved by Yawkey. Amidst untouched landscapes, visitors can connect with nature and uncover the area’s storied past. The center serves as a reminder of the value of preserving natural spaces and sharing them for the collective well-being of society. It’s a haven where wildlife thrives, history echoes, and the simplicity of outdoor adventures reigns supreme.