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Greenville, SC: The ultimate outdoor destination
A woman standing by her bike at Falls Park in Greenville, SC.
From mild to active adventures, there’s plenty of outdoors to explore in Greenville, SC. | Photo provided by VisitGreenvilleSC
Ready for outdoor adventures this summer? All signs point to Greenville, SC, known for gorgeous mountain trails and waterfalls. In honor of National Get Outdoors Day this Saturday, we’re taking it outside. Here’s our roundup of must-visit scenic spots in Greenville:

Caesars Head State Park

Caesars Head State Park gives hikers an accessible, panoramic view of a natural wonder and the 13,000 acres of pristine mountain woodland that is the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area. Spend the day hiking, enjoying waterfall views, fishing, and more.

The view from Caesars Head State Park.

With views like this, you’ll definitely want to stay for a while.

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Photo provided by VisitGreenvilleSC

Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail

The Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail is a 23-mile multi-use trail system that runs along the Reedy River connecting restaurants, schools, parks, and other local businesses. Guests can enjoy fun, non-motorized recreation and transportation opportunities.

Looking for adventure? This is the perfect place to try geocaching, a real-world, outdoor treasure hunting game using GPS-enabled devices. There are 60+ active geocaches located within approximately two-tenths of a mile from the trail with more being hidden every day.

Falls Park on the Reedy

Be at the center of it all. Falls Park is home to the iconic Liberty Bridge and located right in the middle of downtown Greenville, making it a convenient compromise between spending time in the city and in the great outdoors.

Unity Park

Welcome to Greenville’s newest park. Unity Park features four state-of-the-art playgrounds, a 4,100-sqft splash pad, two expansive green spaces, covered picnic tables, and a welcome center with restrooms + flexible event space.

The 60-acre park also offers basketball courts, a historic baseball field, and three pedestrian bridges spanning the Reedy River.

Paris Mountain State Park

Enjoy 15 miles of trails for hiking and mountain biking and an 8-acre lake to swim, paddle, and fish at Paris Mountain State Park. Hit the water via kayak, canoe, or pedal-boat with rentals are available on weekends. Bonus: Visitors can stay overnight at one of the park’s 39 paved camp sites (includes individual water and electrical hookups).

After a day of outdoor fun, sink your teeth into Greenville’s vibrant culinary scene.*
This content was created in partnership with VisitGreenvilleSC.
 
Asked
 
What kind of outdoor adventure do you prefer?
A. A simple scenic stroll
B. A challenging hike
C. Hitting the water
D. Cruising on a bike or other non-motorized transportation
E. Other
 
 
Events
 
Monday, June 5
  • Free Summer Day Camp | Monday, June 5-Friday, June 30 | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | Inspired To Live Church, 2455 Ascension Blvd., Arlington | Free | Students 1st-5th grade are invited for tutoring, learning, field trips, and fun at this four-week camp.
Tuesday, June 6
  • Art Aid | Tuesday, June 6 | 4:30-6 p.m. | The Pool, 1801 8th Ave., Fort Worth | Free | This seminar will offer real estate advice for artists looking to purchase, lease, sublet, or partner for a creative space.
Wednesday, June 7
  • 2023 Global Running Day | Wednesday, June 7 | 7 a.m. | Virtual | Free | Lace up your sneakers and join runners from around the world to collectively run one million miles in support of Soles4Souls from the convenience of your own neighborhood.
Thursday, June 8
  • Beatles vs. Stones | Thursday, June 8 | 6:30 p.m. | Ridglea Theater, 6025 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth | $25-$65 | Jam to a musical showdown featuring “Abbey Road” and “Satisfaction.”
  • Tribute Band Thursday: Local Yoakam | Thursday, June 8 | 8 p.m. | Fat Daddy’s, 781 W. Debbie Ln., Mansfield | Don’t miss live music from this free Dwight Yoakam tribute band, plus plenty of Happy Hour drink specials and $12 build-your-own jumbo pizzas.*
Friday, June 9
  • Friday on the Green | Friday, June 9 | 5-10 p.m. | Magnolia Green, 1201 Lipscomb St., Fort Worth | Free | BYO lawn chairs and kick back for live performances from four local musicians + peruse a Near Southside artisan market.
Monday, July 10
  • Lone Star Film Festival Summer Film Camp | Monday, July 10-Friday, Aug. 4 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | TCU Bob Schieffer College of Communication - Moudy South Building, 2805 S. University Dr., Fort Worth | $500 | Attention, teen filmmakers — don’t miss this two-week camp where students will write, direct, produce, act in, and edit their very own short film to premiere at the 2023 Lone Star Film Festival.*
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Add to cart: The perfect Father’s Day gift for the outdoorsman in your life
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Marksmen has all the fishing tackle you need, including rods, reels, lures, baits, hooks, weights, and more. | Photo via Unsplash
Still searching for a Father’s Day gift? Surprise Dad with a Marksmen Firearms & Outfitters gift card, available in any amount.

Marksmen offers a large selection of firearms, accessories, and specialty items for the sportsman in your life. Plus, their knowledgeable and friendly staff (mostly retired military and law enforcement) can guide and educate customers — whether they are new to firearms or experienced, skilled shooters.

Bonus: They offer free 90-day layaway and a 10% discount for military and first responders.*
 
News Notes
 
Civic
  • Starting in July, the city will initiate monthly testing for cancer-causing chemicals in the water system. Following a new EPA national standard, the water department will screen for PFAS chemicals and explore funding options for treatment studies. In a May report, the city found seven of 29 PFAS variants. (Fort Worth Report)
Ranked
  • No. 29. That’s what local entrepreneur Robyn Jones ranked on Forbes’ new list of America’s Richest Self-Made Women. Robyn founded Westlake-based Goosehead Insurance Agency in 2003 and is now worth ~$830 million. For reference, Taylor Swift ranked No. 34 with a net worth of $740 million.
Announced
  • The National Juneteenth Museum has a new funding partner. The upcoming institution teamed up with Meta to help fund the complex and create a 3D virtual tour that will be released in the fall. The museum is expected to open in 2025.
Sports
  • The Rangers are on fire. After beating the Seattle Mariners in three games (2-0, 16-6, and 12-3) over the weekend, the team is first in the American League West and second overall.
Jobs
  • Want to be a summer lifeguard? People ages 15+ are invited to apply at Hurricane Harbor in Arlington for part-time positions that pay $13.25-$14.50 per hour and include perks like free lifeguard certification and park passes for friends and family.
Fort Worthian
  • North Texas native Kelly Clarkson has been named the 2024 Texas State Musician by the Texas Commission on the Arts. The artist, who rose to fame after winning the first season of “American Idol,” will serve a one-year term representing the state’s artistic legacy.
State
  • While a new state law is working to eliminate required automobile safety inspections starting in 2025, North Texans will still need them. Tarrant, Parker, Dallas, and Denton counties are among the 17 counties that will continue to mandate annual tests. (Texas Tribune)
Drink
  • Summer is here, which means so too is Aperol spritz season. Enjoy as many as you’d like (without regretting it the next day) when you make yours with Ritual Zero Proof’s aperitif alternative — an alcohol-free take on the Italian classic. Bonus: Use it to make the summery aperitif sour.*
Shop
  • It’s Pet Appreciation Week, and it’s a great time to celebrate your furry friends. From stylish collars and leashes by Major Darling to healthy treats by Botanical Bones, our online shop (Six & Main) features the perfect products for your pets.
 
Outdoors
 
🏞️ Let’s talk about trails
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The highlighted areas show the locations under consideration in the TRWD Recreation Master Plan. | May courtesy of TRWD
Do you love a Saturday morning on the Trinity Trails or an evening jog through the park? If so, now’s your chance to get involved in the future of Cowtown’s outdoor spaces.

Tarrant Regional Water District (TRWD) recently hired local landscape architecture firm Dunaway Associates to work on the TRWD Recreation Master Plan. The $317,700 contract is set to be complete by the end of the year.

The master plan — the first in more than 10 years — will help preserve and enhance the 100+ mile Trinity Trail system, four lakes, three major parks, as well as associated recreation areas, event spaces, and activities.

The project will also examine the future of LaGrave Field alongside Panther Island development studies.

Last week, TRWD kicked off a series of 10 public meetings to garner community feedback. Share your thoughts in the online survey or mark your calendar for one of the meetings this week:
  • Tuesday, June 6 | 7:00 p.m. | Lighthouse Fellowship
  • Thursday, June 8 | 6:30 p.m. | River Oaks Community Center
 
 
The Wrap
 
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Don’t miss out on the city’s next Movies That Matter film screening. Head to The Modern on Thursday, June 8 at 7 p.m. to see “Ernie & Joe: Crisis Corps.” The film documents two Texas police officers who are changing the way law enforcement officers respond to mental health calls.
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