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Recreation in Kershaw County: Fishing, Camping, Golf and Sports
Unless you prefer simply relaxing and listening to the sounds of nature – and there’s nothing wrong with that in this neck of the woods – then there’s no excuse for sitting still in Kershaw County.
There’s a lot to do here, from horseback riding, fishing and golfing to team athletics and shooting sports.
Parks and Rec
The Kershaw County Recreation Department alone offers superior facilities and programs, including 34 tennis courts, 31 baseball fields, nine soccer... Read More »
Farms, Farmers Markets Keep Fresh Food on Local Tables
Kershaw County residents like good food, and they like it fresh.
And for those who call the area home or anyone lucky enough to visit, there are bountiful opportunities to buy and enjoy locally produced food.
Like many progressive areas of the country, Kershaw County embraces the farm-to-table movement, a push by consumers to buy food directly from local farmers, thereby reducing ”food miles” on products and supporting local agriculture at the same time.
Oh, and it also happens that... Read More »
Kershaw County, SC has Plenty of Cultural Options
The arts and culture scene is alive and well in Kershaw County, with many choices for residents to enjoy. Here is a sampling:
Visual Arts
The Artists' Attic in the Camden Antique and Arts District houses nine artists under one roof and welcomes visitors who want a glimpse of the creative process. The studio is on South Broad Street and artists work in a variety of mediums.
Also in the district are other interesting destinations such as Whittington’s Interiors and Antiques and Camden... Read More »
Equestrians Thrive in Kershaw County
Fox hunting brought Janice Coley to Kershaw County, but it was the enthusiasm of the community that made her want to stay.
As publisher of The Camden Equestrian, board member of the South Carolina Equine Promotion Foundation and Secretary for the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation South Carolina Committee, Coley is immersed in a network of horse enthusiasts. Yet just five years ago Coley was a resident of Charlotte, leading the fast-paced life of a successful... Read More »
Fun Things To Do in Kershaw County
Kershaw County draws its fun from history and horseback riding.
1. Catch the action at the Carolina Cup or Colonial Cup, Kershaw County's famed steeplechase events.
2. Drop a line at Lake Wateree, a prime spot for fishing and boating.
3. Swing by South Carolina Equine Park's 40 acres of land designed for all kinds of horse competitions and spectator sports.
4. Brush up on your history with a walking or carriage tour through Camden Historic District, comprised of more than 60 preserved... Read More »
Kershaw County's Centuries-old Horse Industry is Moving at a Full Gallop
Horsing around takes on a whole new meaning in Kershaw County. Long recognized as one of the nation’s most elite equestrian communities, Camden, S.C. boasts a thriving equine industry built on more than 200 years of American tradition.
Each year, more than 50,000 cheering spectators turn out for the Carolina Cup series at Camden’s historic Springdale Race Course. Established in 1930, the springtime Carolina Cup, together with November’s Colonial Cup, comprise the premier... Read More »
Living History
Unforgettable tales of patriotism, rebellion and courage are planted in the pages of American history, and nowhere do the nation’s roots run deeper than in Kershaw County, S.C.
“Kershaw County is known for its history, and people come from all over the world to experience it firsthand,” says Joanna Craig, executive director of the Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site. “When you look at the major players in early American history, from Hernando de Soto and Lord Charles Cornwallis to George... Read More »
Chicken Strut, Blues Festival Liven Up Kershaw County, SC
The Bethune Chicken Strut
The Bethune Chicken Strut is an annual festival in early May that includes rides, vendors, street dances, live music and equine events.
Other attractions are a parade, championship rodeo, truck and tractor pull and a baseball tournament. Most activities are held on the grounds of Bethune Elementary School.
One major highlight of the festival is the Colgate Country Showdown. It is a regional singing competition with the winner advancing to Atlanta and then to... Read More »
The Broom Place in Boykin, SC
Susan Simpson would have thrived in early America. Simpson is owner of The Broom Place, where she still uses antique machinery to make brooms just as they were made in previous centuries.
Her business is located in the historic Boykin district, in a restored settler's home that was constructed around 1740.
She dyes her broom straw in bright colors of red, blue, green and yellow, then cuts and soaks the straw so that it becomes flexible. It can then be wrapped in layers around custom-carved... Read More »
Art Studios Thrive in Camden, SC
The Artists' Attic in Camden houses nine artists under one roof, and the interesting cooperative even welcomes visitors who want a glimpse of the creative process.
The studio is on South Broad Street – just look for the maroon-striped awning.
The artists work in a variety of mediums, and classes can be scheduled for children and adults.
Camden is also home to a couple of other art centers.
Dovetails features custom bench-crafted furniture made to a client's specifications from woods that... Read More »
Mulberry Market Bake Shop
Good things come in small packages. Just ask the staff at Mulberry Market Bake Shop.
The tiny business on East Dekalb Street in Camden is a local favorite for customers who enjoy baked treats, and the shop also specializes in gift baskets and gift items.
Mulberry Market has also built up a great reputation for wedding cakes.
But its small and delicious pastries are the main reason why the business has such a large following.
Among its product lineup are almond Danish pastries, tangy lemon... Read More »
Camden Stable, Conditioning Center Helps Horses Thrive
With a world-class equestrian reputation at stake, it’s no surprise that Camden and Kershaw County also offer the best equine care.
High-end stables abound in the area, and horses have access to the latest in injury rehabilitation, post-surgical care and accelerated conditioning services at the Equine Rehabilitation & Conditioning Center at Roger Young Stables.
State-of-the-art therapy equipment includes an AquaPacer Underwater Treadmill as well as acupuncture, chiropractic and shockwave... Read More »
