South Carolina Department of Natural Resources

Are you passionate about conservation and outdoor recreation? Come work for us! The Conservation Education section is hiring a full-time Conservation Educator. This education focused position will lead hikes on SCDNR public lands, help administer Project WILD, attend outreach events, and educate K-12 students in both the classroom and the field. Apply here ?? bit.ly/3BAsNXr

The following properties are closed until further notice due to the effects of Helene: Webb WMA Palachucola WMA Hamilton Ridge WMA Coosawhatchie HP/WMA Waccamaw River Heritage Preserve properties are closed to vehicular access For the most up-to-date information on property closures, visit https://lnkd.in/ePmbSCBY.

This week, our Game Wardens gathered for the annual Officer of the Year Banquet in Columbia. We are proud to recognize the hard work and dedication that they put in to safeguarding our natural resources and communities. Join us in congratulating these nine outstanding officers ?? Bradley Thompkins, State Officer of the Year & Region 4 Officer of the Year ?? Andrew Alexander, State Boating Officer of the Year & Region 4 Boating Officer of the Year ?? Nick Santangelo, Region 1 Officer of the Year ?? Joseph Dickerson, Region 1 Boating Officer of the Year ?? Austin Spell, Region 2 Officer of the Year ?? Matthew Owen, Region 2 Boating Officer of the Year ?? Matthew Mays, Region 3 Officer of the Year ?? Cameron Smith, Region 3 Boating Officer of the Year ?? Wilson Norris, Investigator of the Year

Whether your watercraft is powered by engine or paddles, it’s crucial to check tide levels when boating on the South Carolina coast. If the tide leaves you behind, you may end up stuck in the mud! Remember to check the tide charts before heading out on the water. #scdnr #safeboating

We are excited to announce the application period is still open for two new SCDNR-Conservation District coordinator positions! These positions will directly serve Soil and Water Conservation Districts in the Pee Dee and West Piedmont areas. The application period closes on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 5 p.m. Links to each position are below. West Piedmont Conservation District Coordinator: https://lnkd.in/eFegnMDE Pee Dee Conservation District Coordinator: https://lnkd.in/ejEZbMsE

It's hot out there -- and bull red drum are gathering in our inlets and estuaries this month to spawn and produce the next generation of fish. ?? You can help the population by waiting to target them until waters are cooling and spawning activity is done. ??? Read more about how our biologists' approach to fishing reds has changed over time: https://lnkd.in/e5vdnMar

We are hiring for an SCDNR photographer/videographer (Visual Media Designer II). If you love the outdoors and have professional photography experience, apply by Sept. 4! https://lnkd.in/evjr3dug

Update. Be advised the emergency no-wake zone order established by SCDNR and the U.S. Coast Guard on all waters of the Intracoastal Waterway from Fantasy Harbor Bridge to Bucksport Marina, including Rosewood and Lawson’s landings, has been extended until Aug. 30. Local, state and federal patrols will continue to ensure compliance. The rule was put in place on Aug. 16 and will be enforced until Aug. 30, or until waters recede, allowing for safe navigation. State and federal authorities determined this emergency order is necessary to protect people, homes, boats, and the marine environment while the Waccamaw River and Little Pee Dee River experience high water from Tropical Storm Debby.

After nearly 32 years of service to the state of South Carolina, Robert H. Boyles Jr., director of the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, has announced his retirement effective January 2025. Boyles has served as SCDNR director since May 2019. “Serving as SCDNR director has been the honor of my professional life, and I recognize that any success I have enjoyed is the result of the passion, vision and commitment that our staff and our partners bring to the realm of natural resources stewardship every day,” Boyles said. “I’d like to offer my profound thanks to Gov. McMaster, the SCDNR Board, the members of the S.C. General Assembly, and our conservation partners throughout South Carolina for their devotion to natural resources conservation throughout our wonderful state.” Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eZei6b-k

SCDNR and the U.S. Coast Guard are implementing an emergency no-wake zone on all waters of the Intracoastal Waterway from Fantasy Harbor Bridge to Bucksport Marina, including Rosewood and Lawson’s landings. This is effective immediately. Temporary no-wake zone buoys are anticipated to be in place this afternoon, along with joint local, state and federal patrols to ensure compliance. The rule is in place from Aug. 16 through Aug. 23, or until waters recede, allowing for safe navigation. State and federal authorities determined this emergency order is necessary to protect people, homes, boats, and the marine environment while the Waccamaw River and Little Pee Dee River experience high water from Tropical Storm Debby.