Visitor Information

Visitor Information

Public access to the Tom Yawkey Wildlife Center is restricted to ensure ecological conservation and protection of the wildlife sanctuary. Special tours are offered on a regular basis by appointment only.

To check the availability of the tours listed below and make a reservation, please contact the Tom Yawkey Wildlife Center office by email at WhamP@DNR.SC.GOV, by phone at 843-546-6814 between the hours of 9:00 am and 4:00 pm or leave a message on the answering machine. Reservations are required for all tours and there is no charge involved. Weekly Educational Field Trips typically run in most weather conditions but other events may be weather dependent.

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Cat Island Forest Walk

December 29, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Take a walk through the longleaf pines and maritime forests of Cat Island.  Participants will discuss the history of the forest and you never know what you will encounter along the way.  The activity level of this trip is strenuous with several miles of walking involved.  Participants should bring a bag lunch and drink.  Limited to 14 people.

Start Time:  Tour starts at 10:00 am but please arrive at 9:45 am
Length:  Approximately 4 hours

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Date:
December 29, 2023
Time:
10:00 am - 2:00 pm