Educational Resources
Here's a list of educational resources so you can learn more about our rivers and environment:
List of Services
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DHEC's Watershed Atlas
This GIS based tool is a great way to virtually explore our watersheds. You can view all sorts of information, from ecoregions and watershed bourdaries, to water quality sample stations and discharge permit locations.
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S.C. Department of Natural Resources
A great resource for information about several topics, including fishing regulations, boating safety, water planning, climate, and more.
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Clemson Center For Watershed Excellence
The Center for Watershed Excellence brings science-based tools to communities and stakeholders working towards greater and improved watershed management.
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RiverVenture - The Three RiversList Item 2
This ETV-produced virtual journey through the three rivers' confluence includes interesting facts about our rivers and clues you can collect along the way.
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ETV's Roots in the RiverList Item 3
This multi-part video series from ETV chronicles the history of Congaree National Park and features an appearance from the founding Congaree Riverkeeper.
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USGS Educational ResourcesList Item 4
The USGS offers lessons and learning resources on a wide range of topics.
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SREL Herpetology Program
Ever wonder about the turtles, snakes, lizards and frogs that live at the river? Want to figure out what the critter you saw in the backyard was? The University of Georgia's Savannah River Ecology Laboratory (SREL) website has photos and descriptions of all of the reptiles and amphibians of South Carolina and Georgia.
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Stroud Water Research Center
The Stroud Water Research Center’s has made several fun, freshwater-focused education resources available, mostly for free.
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Congaree National Park
Congaree National Park provides great educational content on their social media platforms and website.
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County Soil & Water Conservation Districts
Soil & water conservation districts promote the wise use and care of natural resources, and are a great source of educational materials and opportunities.