challenging
24 hours
Participants should be in good physical condition with endurance for long periods of activity and moderate to intense challenges.
Challenge yourself with a 24-hour survival experience on Survive River Island, a private 48-acre wilderness near Longs, SC. Test your endurance, strategy, and teamwork in a unique outdoor competition through forest and river terrain.
May 2025
Experience the ultimate survival challenge on a stunning 48-acre private island! Survive River Island invites you to test your wits, strength, and strategy in a thrilling 24-hour adventure filled with demanding challenges. Forge alliances, face the unknown, and compete for exciting prizes. Are you ready to outlast the competition?
24 Hours
Ever dreamt of being on an season of SURVIVOR, conquering challenges, and proving your mettle in a test of wits and strength? Well, dream no more because Survive River Island is here to make your island-survival fantasies a reality!
Picture this: a 48-acre private island nestled in the Waccamaw River, just outside the vibrant North Myrtle Beach, SC. River Island Adventures is calling all thrill-seekers and adventurers to sign up for the ultimate 24-hour challenge that will push your limits and bring out your inner survivor.
Think you've got what it takes to outwit, outplay, and outlast? Here's your chance to prove it! Navigate through a series of fun yet demanding challenges that will test your physical prowess, mental acuity, and social finesse. It's not just a game; it's an experience where you'll forge alliances, face the unknown, and strive to be the last one standing.
Survive River Island offers you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the thrill of a lifetime. Do you have the strategy, stamina, and survival instinct to conquer the island? Book your spot now and let the adventure begin!
The winner will receive a $500 River Island gift certificate plus other great prizes from local businesses!
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Bring enough water or purification tools; 24 hours outdoors demands constant hydration.
Prepare for temperature changes by layering clothes to stay comfortable day and night.
Carry a map and compass; parts of the island have dense forest that can challenge GPS devices.
Wear rugged, waterproof boots to handle muddy trails and slippery riverbanks safely.
The area around Longs and the river system has a rich Gullah-Geechee cultural heritage dating back to enslaved peoples who settled in this region.
Survive River Island emphasizes Leave No Trace principles to preserve the island’s ecosystems and supports ongoing wetland restoration projects.
Stay hydrated continuously during the full 24-hour event without needing frequent stops.
Essential for visibility during nighttime activities in dense forest terrain.
Useful for survival tasks and emergency fixes throughout the challenge.
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