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Mid-March through mid-May we’ll relax with a mid-afternoon cruise to visit some of Jocassee’s most noteworthy blooming beauties. From the iconic Oconee bells to spring ephemerals to a grand finale of gorgeous Gorges rhododendron, we’ll see plants both rare and beautiful. Join us!
2:30pm – 4:30pm
March 19
April 9
April 30
May 7
May 14
May 21

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Make Spring Break a FUN Adventure!
Join Jocassee Wild Child for outdoor exploration on beautiful Lake Jocassee — waterfalls, wildlife, hands-on learning, and fresh-air fun! Kids will discover nature through curiosity, build confidence through adventure, and connect with the outdoors in one unforgettable experience. This isn’t just a boat ride — it’s a Wild Child Outdoor Laboratory Experience. Come explore, learn, and grow wild hearts in wild places this Spring Break!
Drop-offs are welcome (6+yo), but parents are invited to join the fun on their own private Parents’ Tour. Special discounts apply!
Limit 1 adult per child on kids’ boat; adults have the option of an adult OLE adventure on their own boat.
Dates: Spring Break OLE
March 17th, 2026Rescheduled to Friday March 20thApril 3rd, 2026
April 6th, 2026
Dates: Homeschool OLE
April 28th, 2026
May 21st, 2026

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Join us for this very unique opportunity to see the PINK Oconee Bells blooming on the Foothills Trail! We will enter the trail at the Laurel Fork Falls trailhead and hike approximately two miles to see a special, rare patch of Shortia galacifolia with very pink blossoms!
Tuesday March 24th, 2026 10:00am – 2:00pm
Saturday April 4th, 2026 10:00am – 2:00pm