State of South Carolina Public sites:

State of South Carolina: Official site of the state, good source of online services and information. http://www.myscgov.com

Department of Natural Resources: The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is the advocate for and steward of the state's natural resources. http://water.dnr.state.sc.us/

Tourism: Official South Carolina Tourism website. Excerpt from website: "No matter who you are, or what your interest, South Carolina will make the corners of your mouth curl up with endless adventure, excitement, exploration and fun. Wander through America's oldest landscaped garden, relaxk in our campgrounds and RV parks, take a swing at more than 330 golf courses, search for shells on pristine beaches, or kayak through undisturbed marshland. Discover your heritage within our own. So much of what makes America great began right here in South Carolina. The culture, art and folklore of our past make enchanting lessons in history." http://www.discoversouthcarolina.com/

State Parks: The primary purpose of Pennsylvania State Parks is to provide opportunities for enjoying healthful outdoor recreation and serve as outdoor classrooms for environmental education. In meeting these purposes, the conservation of the natural, scenic, aesthetic, and historical values of parks should be given first consideration. Stewardship responsibilities should be carried out in a way that protects the natural outdoor experience for the enjoyment of current and future generations. http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/

State of South Carolina Commercial sites and Organizations:

South Carolina Campground Owners Association: http://www.kiz.com/carvc/carvc.htm

Historical information about South Carolina
Motto: Prepared in mind and resources / While I breathe, I hope

Excerpt from the South Carolina state website: http://www.state.sc.us/scdah/history.htm
"South Carolina stretches from the Atlantic Ocean to the Blue Ridge Mountains, containing 31,113 square miles. Fortieth in geographic area among the fifty states, it ranks twenty-sixth in population. The Palmetto State's four million citizens value its rich history, a legacy that is a prime factor in making tourism one of the state's largest industries. Spaniards explored the South Carolina coast as early as 1514, and Hernando DeSoto met the Queen of Cofitachiqui in 1540 when he crossed the central part of the state. Spanish fears of French rivalry were heightened when Huguenots led by Jean Ribaut attempted to settle on what is now Parris Island near Beaufort in 1562. After Ribaut returned to France for reinforcements, the soldiers who were left behind revolted, built themselves a ship, and sailed for France the next year. The horrors of that voyage went beyond eating shoes to cannibalism before an English ship rescued the pitiful remainder of the French attempt to colonize here...." (click link for full text)