Wildlife & Birding Tour at Nemours Foundation in Beaufort
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
All fitness levels welcome, as terrain is accessible and walking is minimal.
Overview
Discover the rich birdlife and wetlands of the ACE Basin on a guided wagon tour at Nemours Wildlife Foundation. Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and curious explorers alike.
Wings Over Beaufort - Nemours Wildlife Foundation Tour - Sept. 23, 2025 @ 9:00 a.m.
Access for September 23, 2025 Private Tour for Wings Over Beaufort @ 9:00 a.m.
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About This Adventure
Join a guided wagon tour at Nemours Wildlife Foundation, led by Education Coordinator Heather Kraus. Discover the ACE Basin's stunning wetlands, fields, and forests while spotting diverse wildlife. Learn about the area's rich history and ongoing conservation efforts in this unique and ecologically significant landscape. Space is limited, so reserve your spot!
Attendees will explore Nemours Wildlife Foundation on a guided driving tour via wagon, led by Education Coordinator, Heather Kraus. As the tour group travels through wetlands, fields, and forests, we will be on the lookout for birds and other wildlife that call the ACE Basin home. Along the way we will discuss historical events that shaped the landscape and the conservation efforts that preserve it.
Nemours Plantation is located within the heart of the Ashepoo, Combahee and Edisto (ACE) Basin, world-renowned for its conservation accomplishments and listed by The Nature Conservancy as “one of the last great places”.
The Foundation’s setting in this incredibly diverse natural landscape provides unmatched opportunities for conducting scientific and educational programs.
Nemours contains a rich diversity of habitats including remnant rice fields, fresh and brackish water marshes, upland pine and hardwood forests, bottomland hardwoods, and cypress/tupelo swamps.
The Nemours Wildlife Foundation is regularly engaged in short and long term studies focusing on conservation, management, and sustainability of wildlife populations and their habitats.
Space is limited so book early to secure your seat!
Adventure Tips
Arrive early for the best sightings
Bird activity peaks during dawn and early morning, so arrive early to maximize your wildlife encounters.
Wear neutral-colored clothing
Dressing in muted tones helps you blend into the environment and avoid startling the wildlife.
Bring binoculars and a camera
Enhance your viewing experience with binoculars and capture moments with a camera.
Pack insect repellent and sunscreen
Protect yourself from bugs and UV rays, especially during warmer months.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Great blue herons
- Snowy egrets
History
The ACE Basin has historically been a vital creole fishing and shipping area, now protected as a key estuarine research reserve.
Conservation
Nemours Wildlife Foundation actively participates in habitat restoration and environmental education programs to sustain the area's ecological health.
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Recommended Gear
Binoculars
Improves your ability to spot distant birds and wildlife.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Protects against sun exposure during outdoor viewing.
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Insect repellent
Keeps bugs at bay on the wetlands and forest edges.
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Comfortable walking shoes
Suitable footwear for easy terrain and prolonged standing.