How to Camp on Blackbeard

Blackbeard Island is a National Wildlife Refuge located in South Carolina. The land was orignally purchased by the U.S. Navy to harvest the native oak trees for building ships. The island consists of open freshwater marsh, salt marsh, beach and maritime forest. It is illegal to camp on Blackbeard Island at all times of the year, except during the three day annual bow deer hunts held on the island. The archery hunts are held for three days in October and December each year.

Things You'll Need

• Regulation hunting bow
• South Carolina bow hunting permit
• Tent
• Sleeping bag
• Camp food
• Portable stove

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Instructions

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     Purchase a South Carolina bow hunting license for deer. You can find one at your local sporting goods store.

   • 2

     Contact the Savannah Coastal Refuge office either by phone or on the web. Inquire when the next hunt is and what the fees are for registration.

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     Bring your archery and camping gear to the three day hunt, held in October and December. Ask one of the organizers for the location of the designated campground.