Category: Wildlife

Jim Lee, the retired Education and Outreach Coordinator at the Tom Yawkey Wildlife Center, presents at “Tuesdays With…” at the Georgetown County Library on the origins of rice culture, and the science and technology used to cultivate the southern staple. You can view the presentation below.

Tom Yawkey, former owner of the Boston Red Sox, left a lasting legacy in South Carolina through his significant land donation, creating the Tom Yawkey Wildlife Center. His love for the state’s wildlife led him to generously contribute 20,000 acres of land, fostering a habitat for diverse species. Managed by the Yawkey Foundation, the center encompasses marshes, wetlands, forests, and beache

In January 2024, Dr. Jodi Barnes, Heritage Trust Archaeologist at the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, presented at the first “Tuesdays With…” of the year at the Georgetown County Library. Dr. Barnes’ presentation, titled “The Archaeology of South Island: A Gullah Geechee Perspective,” can be viewed below.

The Tom Yawkey Wildlife Center took center stage in a recent PBS broadcast of “Coastal Kingdom,” which delved into the unique biodiversity of the region and its iconic species. This special episode spotlighted the Wildlife Center as a bastion of conservation efforts, highlighting its role in preserving the natural heritage of South Carolina’s coastal ecosystems. The PBS broad

Georgetown, known for its coastal beauty and nearby beaches, offers visitors a unique outdoor experience: the Tom Yawkey Wildlife Center. Once owned by the former Boston Red Sox owner, this 24,000-acre property is a haven for wildlife, including alligators, birds, and nesting sea turtles. While most of the preserve is accessible only through guided tours provided by the South Carolina Department

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) announced the generous donation of 269 acres of protected wilderness in Georgetown County by the Yawkey Foundation. This addition expands the existing Tom Yawkey Wildlife Center, a 24,000-acre preserve originally donated by Tom Yawkey in 1977. The Yawkey Foundation has continuously funded the Wildlife Center’s operations, totaling o

The Eastern black rail, a secretive marsh bird threatened under the Endangered Species Act, finds sanctuary in South Carolina’s historic wetlands. The Tom Yawkey Wildlife Center, once a rice plantation, now shelters these birds amidst challenges like flooding and erosion. A partnership between the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Coastal Program aims to preserve

Accompanied by staff from South Carolina Wildlife, the team embarked on a journey to the Yawkey Wildlife Center, where they met Tiny Collington, a local with deep roots in the area. Armed with a video camera, they delved into Tiny’s world as he entertained them with captivating stories of his childhood amidst the stunning backdrop of the wildlife center. For hours, Tiny’s anecdotes tr

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 h