SC Fun Seniors

April 21st 2021 our SCFS Adventure Group paddled 5ish miles and camped on AC's 250 acre North Edisto River property. This year after several years and several storms later i am going to paddle that stretch again to prepare for our SCFS groups paddle/camp event a few weeks laterTBA. Those that made that trip will agree that the Edisto River is my favorite river that draws me back each year. We have spent many miles together on the S Edisto and N Edisto slowly drifting on that mystic black wilderness river. The Edisto is the only river in SC that starts and finishes in the Palmetto State. There may not be much debris to clean up but im taking my elect chainsaw, space batteries and a machette if needed. if you choose to come with me remember it may be a slow paddle to the take out. Meetup location will be at the intersection of SCHWY 3 and SCHWY 178 or another location close to there. if you choose not to join me, Hopefully you will join us SCFS on a paddle on this section of the N Edisto a few weeks later.

The house across from the ramp this weekend is, 2662 Whetstone Rd. North, SC 29112

GPS COORDINATES TO POOLES MILL BRIDGE LANDING. 33.65129, -81.18607 This coordinate is to the only home located directly across the road from our MEETUP launch location.

UPDATED 4/6/2026

THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THOSE WHO WANT TO KAYAK ONLY AND THOSE WHO WANT TO CAMP ONLY. ALL ARE WELCOME TO DO BOTH.

This event was first visited by 20 SCFS members March 2023

Kayak and camping, N F Edisto River
Friday 10am. We will meet at Pooles Mill Landing on hwy 6/178 a 4 way stop. We will meet to drop off kayaks then take vehicles to camp site where we will shuttle back. Once on the river we will paddle approximately 5ish miles to the campsite til approximately 4-5pm. We we will shuttle any remaining drivers back to retrieve any vehicles left at put in. Once at camp we woll set up (tent or hammock tight road for RV's) and relax around campfire. Cook dinners over campfire. The remaining evening can be spent relaxing among friends enjoy maybe s'mores or another dessert. BYOB recommended.

Saturday: There is a beautiful private flooded timber pond located on the North Propertyvery close to our campsite on the North property that can be paddled Saturday also 2+ miles of backroad that can be hiked. Those who choose to kayak only are welcome to hang out and enjoy the campfire with the campers.

NOTE: MEETUP @ Kayak launch will be Pooles Mill Landing on hwy 3 approx 1 mile from 178/3 a 4 way stop.
Take out will be approximately 7 miles at camp site. Before Jones Bridge Landing.

We are getting a lot of new members participating in our SCFS events, this is a GREAT thing, thank you. I want to repost our rule for bringing guest.

Reminder, a member is allow only 1 guest per event. Other than a husband or wife. Example: 1 member with spouse is a +1, A member with spouse and a guest is a +2. No member is allowed to bring 2 guest unless approved a head of the event.This helps to allow for more members to attend. Thank you for your understanding.

Hello fellow adventurers, this SCFS Retreat will be our 6th Annual Retreat. This event will happen the North Carolina community of Rosman NC. The French Broad River becons us to enjoy its beauty and tranquility. The French Broad River is said to be in the top 3 Oldest Rivers in the World. Assisting our adventure the year will be HEADWATERS OUTFITTERS who is a well known Outfitter in the area. They are providing SCFS with a private riverside camping area along with shuttles to and from the river. HEADWATERS OUTDOORS info@headwatersoutfitters.com also rents kayaks ar a reasonable rate to those who do not want to travel with your own. The campground is a PRIMITIVE campground. NO POWER AND NO WATER but YES TO A PRIVY. I will see about having limited power on site for changing batteries, cooking lights etc.

The main focus on this adventure will be he paddle on the French Broad River. We will arrive Thursday July 23th set up camp and enjoy the afternoon in camp or hiking the area. FRIDAY 24th HEADWATERS OUTFITTERS will pick us up at camp and take us to the start of our journey at their Outerfitter Headquarters. we will have all day to enjoy our float/paddle. after arriving back to SCFS Basecamp we can relax or swim in the river or head out to explore the town of Rosman NC. Food will be campers responsibility. iwill have a fast stove available along with a campfire to cook on. SATURDAY 25TH we will paddle a short distance 4-5 miles then break camp and heading back home.

I encourage everyone to consider attending this event. spending days together in camp or on the river let's everyone enjoy new friendships. We have a great opportunity to do things together that many will not do alone.

Rosman is approximately 3hr drive from the SC Midlands. I anticipate being their by 1pm myself. RV's are welcome as long as your RV is self contained. The group will camp together in close proximity to each other. This is a safe gated campground and of course you are amongst friends.

The campsite rental is 15 per person per night. i paid 60 for Ann and I for the weekend. To reserve your space call HEADWATERS OUTFITTERS @1828 877 3106, let them know you are with SCFS so they will put you with us. Also if you need a kayak to rent be sure to let them know. the only other out of pocket expense with be contibuting to the $50 group shuttle fee. maybe 5 or 10 dollars each person.

As always members are allowed a guest to all our events. Please make sure to plus 1 guest and PLEASE if you change your mind and cannot attend, remove your name from the attandance sign up.

If anyone has any questions my cell is 803 605 6616. Gerald and Ann