In the sunny and flavorful state of South Carolina, where peach trees sway in the wind and the ocean waves greet the shores, thrives a group of kids who are master chefs in the making. They call themselves "The Carolina Cooklets." These pint-sized culinary wizards gather in the coziest corners of Charleston, the breeziest beaches of Myrtle, and in the shade of the towering Blue Ridge Mountains. They are not just any ordinary kids, oh no, they are the spatula wielding, recipe inventing, taste testing heroes of the great Palmetto State! Leading this brigade of buttery brilliance is Captain Grits, a quirky character with a hat made of corn husks and a cape woven from the finest Carolina cotton. Dressed in his all-dish armor of aprons and oven mitts, he loves fishing for fun in Lake Murray and using the day's catch for his legendary seafood gumbo. His laughter is as infectious as a blue crab's scamper, and he has a heart as warm as a hot bowl of shrimp and grits. When the Carolina Cooklets assemble under the sweet-scented magnolia trees and the starry Southern skies, they whip up incredible feasts. They mix the wisdom from their grandparents' recipes with the daringness of their adventurous young hearts. Some days they make fluffy biscuits as big as Charleston's Rainbow Row houses and barbecue sauces that could make a grown man cry. So, if you ever stumble upon a parade of laughing kids with roux-stained cheeks and a leader who looks like a corn-on-the-cob, you've found the Carolina Cooklets, the tastiest bunch in all of South Carolina!
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Welcome, craft enthusiasts, to the Crafts Zone! This is your gateway to a world where creativity meets learning. With our specially designed crafting sessions, we aim to cater to not just your artistic side, but also your intellectual curiosity. We dedicate 20% of our sessions to learning, so you can always stay updated with the latest crafting techniques. Get ready to create and network as these form the bulk of our sessions, a whopping 70%! You'll have plenty of opportunities to bring your imaginative ideas to life and also meet fellow craft lovers. Enjoy the shared experience of creating something beautiful while making friends who share your passion. And let's not forget about relaxation! At Crafts Zone, 10% of our time is devoted to unwinding. Crafting can be therapeutic, and we believe in the power of creativity to relieve stress. So, come and enjoy the tranquil, artistic atmosphere. Don't forget to take a look at our upcoming workshops. With Crafts Zone, let the creative journey begin!
Located in Bennettsville, SC, Sandy Ridge is owned and operated by Girl Scouts of Eastern South Carolina and sits on over 400 acres of beautiful sand hills. It is the perfect spot for Girl Scouts to take part in summer resident camp programs, troop camping opportunities, training, and outdoor events and overnights for girls and adult volunteers. Sandy Ridge includes sleeping units, swimming pool, two lakes, watercraft, an archery range, sports field, a clay pit and a climate-controlled dining hall. Animals are also part of the camp's program and donations of aquariums, animal cages, animal supplies, and animal food are always appreciated. Contact Chuck Iler, Outdoor Program Specialist/Camp Director to find out what is needed.