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Opening
June 5, 2008
Visit
Us
The
Center for Birds of Prey offers visitors a unique insight into the
lives and spectacular abilities of more than 30 species of birds of
prey, including eagles, hawks, owls, falcons, kites, and vultures.
Whether you are a birder, a photographer - or simply want to spend
the day outdoors, we invite you to explore the natural history of
raptors through guided walking tours, personalized environmental
education programs, and compelling free-flight demonstrations.
Regular
Admission
- Adults $12.00
- Youth
(6-18) $10.00
- Children
under 6 Free
- * Children under 6 must
be accompanied by parent or guardian
Group
Admission
Private
group programs and rates available – please call for details
Visitor
Hours
Beginning
June 5, 2008
Thursday,
Friday Saturday
10
a.m. – 5 p.m.
Closed
on holidays
Guided
Walking Tours
10:30
a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Flight
Demonstrations
11:30
a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Note:
With
the exception of service dogs for guests with disabilities, no pets
are allowed on Center grounds.
Nearby
Food Service
Personal
coolers are not allowed on site. Two
options are available within one-half mile of the Center. The Sewee
Restaurant serves full course meals and/or light snacks. Deli
sandwiches are available at the Sewee Outpost. The nearby towns of
Mt. Pleasant and McClellanville offer a wide variety of dining
experiences within minutes of the Center.
Restrooms
Handicapped
accessible restrooms are available on-site
Directions
From Charleston
Follow U.S. Highway 17 North through Mt.
Pleasant to Awendaw, approximately
12 miles north of Mt. Pleasant and 15 miles from downtown Charleston.
The temporary entrance gate is at 4872 Seewee Road, just off of
Highway 17.
Turn right
on Seewee Road. Proceed
0.2 mile and turn right
at the entrance to The Center for Birds of Prey at 4872 Seewee Road.
From
Georgetown
Follow
U.S. Highway 17 South through McClellanville to Awendaw.
Turn left
on Seewee Road. Proceed
0.2 mile and turn
right at
the entrance to The Center for Birds of Prey at 4872 Seewee Road.
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