The Pickens Shooting Range will have a delayed opening on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, due to a contractor meeting related to the upcoming range renovations.
The range will open to the public at 12:00 p.m.
We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
Pickens Shooting Range will close for renovations beginning October 5, 2026, and will remain closed for the duration of construction.
Visit the SCDNR website to find other SCDNR public shooting ranges across the state ➡️ dnr.sc.gov/shooting/index.ht…
Join us this weekend at the Cheraw Fish Hatchery in Chesterfield County for a kids fishing rodeo! 🎣
This FREE event is a great way to get your kids a taste of the outdoors! Please register ahead of time to avoid long wait times.
More info ➡️ bit.ly/4z80d8t
SCDNR extends its heartfelt condolences to the Georgia DNR, as well as the family, friends, and colleagues of Sergeant Ben Cunningham, a dedicated 27-year veteran of the Department who passed away following a possible medical episode while on duty.
Each summer, our officers provide Courtesy Boat Inspections, allowing boaters the opportunity to have their vessels inspected before hitting the water.
Camaraderie and open skies!
Veterans joined us and @SCDNR this weekend for the annual Wounded Warriors & Veterans Dove Hunt at the Cooper River Rediversion Project, enjoying fellowship and 90+ acres of pristine Lowcountry wildlife habitat.
We are thrilled to announce that preorders are now open for both the 2027 Sportsman's Calendar and 2027 Nature Calendar!
Preorder at GoOutdoorsSouthCarolina.com today to ensure delivery by the new year! Preorders begin in September, calendars will be shipped in December.
SC Envirothon is excited to offer Regional Field Days! These FREE hands-on learning opportunities are open to high school students and coaches looking to learn more about natural resources and SC Envirothon.
To learn more and register, visit: dnr.sc.gov/education/Envirot…
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources extends its deepest sympathies and support to the Columbia Police Department and to the family, friends, and fellow officers of Officer Christopher DeLong, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty over the weekend.
UPDATE: Our divers have recovered the missing passenger who went overboard in Horry County on August 19. We extend our condolences to the victim’s family and loved ones.
Wondering if you’d be a good candidate to take a boater education course?
Check out this handy flow chart to see if it’s right for you!
Find a course near you ➡️ dnr.sc.gov/education/boated.…
Have you seen our AWARD-WINNING Field Notes series? 🤩
Don't miss your chance to explore the world of archaeologists, botanists, biologists, educators, pilots, wildlife techs and more!
📺: bit.ly/4x3tKPN
SCDNR is leading an investigation into a missing boater in Charleston County. Initial reports indicate that a vessel was returning to the Harbor at Ashley Marina on the evening of August 16 and while docking, one of the passengers went overboard and did not resurface.
SCDNR divers are on scene. We appreciate the assistance of the City of Charleston Police Department, Mount Pleasant Police Department and Charleston County Sheriff’s Office, in this ongoing search and recovery operation.
The Palachucola Shooting Range will be closed beginning August 17, 2026, and will reopen on September 3, 2026.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as these maintenance activities are completed to improve the facility.
Produced in partnership with the @SCDNR, "Into the Wild" features Dr. Tom Mullikin as he explores the people, places and wildlife that make South Carolina extraordinary.
📻 Listen weekdays on SC Public Radio or stream anytime at: southcarolinapublicradio.org…
SCDNR is collecting information through the summer brood survey, tracking South Carolina's wild turkey and quail populations.
Helping with our summer brood survey is super easy! When you see a wild turkey or quail report it here ➡️ bit.ly/44lK2XE