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Spring Brunch
Spring Brunch
Visit the Gateway Canteen for Spring Brunch! Make reservations to enjoy this served buffet of traditional sweet and savory brunch favorites. Water and coffee are included; additional beverages are available for purchase. Cost: $37 per person ages 11 and older; $17 per child ages 5-10; children ages 4 and younger free 9am Seating 10:15am Seating…
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Live Music at the Gateway Canteen
Live Music at the Gateway Canteen
Join us at the Anne Springs Close Greenway’s Gateway Canteen for good food and good music. With a talented line-up of local singers/songwriters scheduled Friday and Saturday evenings (and occasional Sundays) until November 2, the Canteen will offer guests a laidback outdoor setting, along with delicious food and beverage options to make dinner easy. Limited…
Sunset Kayak Tour
Sunset Kayak Tour
Time to leave the trails and hit the water to see nature from another perspective. Spend the evening kayaking on the still waters of Lake Haigler! Our guide will provide you with all the equipment and basic kayaking instruction you need for a leisurely guided tour. We will then head out on Lake Haigler and…
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Lead Line Rides
Lead line rides, led by a parent or adult, are available for children 10 and younger on Saturdays with pre-registration at the Greenway Stables, 1046 Horse Road. Helmets are required, and we do provide them. Closed-toed shoes are required. Pants recommended. Signed waivers are required. Lead Lines are $15 per 15-minute ride, with a 20%…
Hike With a Naturalist
Hike With a Naturalist
Explore the surprises that nature presents along our hike. We will dive deep into the variety of ecosystems that we find. Bring an inquisitive mind to hike with a seasoned naturalist. Ages: Ages 13 and older Cost: $14 per person, 50% off for members Registration: Registration for March through May will open Feb. 1. Registration…
Saturday Yoga
Saturday Yoga
Unwind from the week and bring relaxation into your weekend with yoga and fresh air. This yoga class focuses on cultivating awareness of the mind, body and breath through a variety of yoga poses at a gentle pace. The emphasis is on mindfulness and tapping into a state of inner peace. All are welcome, from…
Live Music at the Gateway Canteen
Live Music at the Gateway Canteen
Join us at the Anne Springs Close Greenway’s Gateway Canteen for good food and good music. With a talented line-up of local singers/songwriters scheduled Friday and Saturday evenings (and occasional Sundays) until November 2, the Canteen will offer guests a laidback outdoor setting, along with delicious food and beverage options to make dinner easy. Limited…
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Sunday Brunch at the Gateway Canteen
Sunday Brunch at the Gateway Canteen
Join us on Sundays for Brunch at the Gateway Canteen! Enjoy a variety of sweet and savory items on the buffet in addition to a number of platters, a carving station and cook-to-order egg and omelet station! Cost: $27.95 per person ages 12+ | $13.95 per child ages 4-11 Entry to Greenway free to members;…
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Kirkland Smith: Community Art Project
Be a part of community art! Join us to learn about single-use plastic and make art! The Fort Mill Stormwater Department is bringing South Carolina artist, Kirkland Smith, to the Greenway! Kirkland works with discarded plastics to create stunning collages that she calls Assemblage. You will have the exciting opportunity to help her create a…
Little Explorers
Little Explorers
Little Explorers is a 6-week program for children ages 2-3 years old to experience nature-based learning alongside their caregiver. Bring your children to get hands-on with nature and experience a variety of what nature has to offer through play and exploration! The class will be led by a teacher who will help children and adults…
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Canceled Kids Kayaking Clinic
Canceled Kids Kayaking Clinic
This fun, engaging class is designed to introduce kids to the sport of kayaking! We will meet at the Kayak Launch and start by fitting everyone with appropriate gear. We will discuss how to choose a safe kayaking location based on your ability, demonstrate how to maneuver safely and effectively, and how to get in…
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Paddle and Pasta
Paddle and Pasta
Work up an appetite kayaking on the still waters of Lake Haigler! We will enjoy a serene paddle while taking in the sights and sounds of the evening. After the tour, enjoy a delicious pasta dinner served at the Gateway Canteen. Single kayak or paddleboard (you choose upon arrival): Ages 8 and up - $36…
Kirkland Smith Community Art Project Celebration
Kirkland Smith Community Art Project Celebration
Join us to learn about single-use plastic and make art with South Carolina artist, Kirkland Smith! Kirkland Smith, based in Columbia, is celebrated for her distinctive “Assemblage” art, a captivating fusion of discarded plastics, including single-use items, broken children's toys and bottle caps. The Fort Mill community will have the opportunity to witness her creative…
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Canceled MTB Clinic: Beginner 1
Canceled MTB Clinic: Beginner 1
This program is perfect if you: Are new to exercising or fitness activities Can bike or walk on a mostly flat, paved surface at least 45 minutes Are new to trail riding Want to maximize enjoyment and safety in a new sport This program will include: About 80% of program is on fields and gravel…
Kids’ Night Out
Kids’ Night Out
Join us for a spring celebration and some splish-splashing fun that’s sure to please! Enjoy a campfire snack, floral art and whet your appetite for some watery adventures for unimaginable discoveries. We hope to see you there! Kids’ Night Out is for children in Kindergarten-8th Grade (must be at least 5 years old). Cost: $40…
Live Music at the Gateway Canteen
Live Music at the Gateway Canteen
Join us at the Anne Springs Close Greenway’s Gateway Canteen for good food and good music. With a talented line-up of local singers/songwriters scheduled Friday and Saturday evenings (and occasional Sundays) until November 2, the Canteen will offer guests a laidback outdoor setting, along with delicious food and beverage options to make dinner easy. Limited…
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Lead Line Rides
Lead line rides, led by a parent or adult, are available for children 10 and younger on Saturdays with pre-registration at the Greenway Stables, 1046 Horse Road. Helmets are required, and we do provide them. Closed-toed shoes are required. Pants recommended. Signed waivers are required. Lead Lines are $15 per 15-minute ride, with a 20%…
Get to Know the Greenway Van Tour
Get to Know the Greenway Van Tour
Tour by van to all five Greenway entrances to learn about the activities and history of the Greenway. This tour is free for members. To receive the discount, members must sign in during registration. Non-members pay the regular daily admission fee during registration. Registration for December (2024) - February (2025) tours will open Nov. 1.…
Goat Yoga
Goat Yoga
Looking for something fun and different to do? Join us in welcoming back the goats of Critter Creek Farm to the Greenway to bring our guests the novel experience of Goat Yoga! What exactly is goat yoga? Goat yoga is a fun therapeutic experience. We provide 50-60 minutes of beginner level yoga by a certified…
Volunteer Blitz
Volunteer Blitz
The Anne Springs Close Greenway announces its first-ever Volunteer Blitz event, scheduled for Saturday, April 13. This exciting initiative aims to bring together community members for a day of hands-on service to enhance the beauty of the Greenway and contribute to the organization’s mission. Volunteers are invited to join the Volunteer Blitz during two convenient…
Live Music at the Gateway Canteen
Live Music at the Gateway Canteen
Join us at the Anne Springs Close Greenway’s Gateway Canteen for good food and good music. With a talented line-up of local singers/songwriters scheduled Friday and Saturday evenings (and occasional Sundays) until November 2, the Canteen will offer guests a laidback outdoor setting, along with delicious food and beverage options to make dinner easy. Limited…
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Sunday Brunch at the Gateway Canteen
Sunday Brunch at the Gateway Canteen
Join us on Sundays for Brunch at the Gateway Canteen! Enjoy a variety of sweet and savory items on the buffet in addition to a number of platters, a carving station and cook-to-order egg and omelet station! Cost: $27.95 per person ages 12+ | $13.95 per child ages 4-11 Entry to Greenway free to members;…
History Hike: Pioneer Trails
History Hike: Pioneer Trails
Imagine being part of a pioneer family traveling down the Great Philadelphia Wagon Road. How did they get around? What did they bring with them? How long did the journey take? What did they do for fun? Explore the answers to these questions and walk in their footsteps with your guides. Ages: All ages Cost:…
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Little Explorers
Little Explorers
Little Explorers is a 6-week program for children ages 2-3 years old to experience nature-based learning alongside their caregiver. Bring your children to get hands-on with nature and experience a variety of what nature has to offer through play and exploration! The class will be led by a teacher who will help children and adults…
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Kids’ Nature Trek
Kids’ Nature Trek
As seasons change from spring to summer, those changes are displayed throughout the plants and animals at the Greenway. In this child-centered program, we’ll let curiosity and observation be our guides. Visit parts of the Greenway that exemplify what it means to be a part of nature through the changing seasons and investigate the secrets…
Unwind Yoga
Unwind Yoga
This relaxing yoga class focuses on providing your body and mind with time to rest and recharge so you feel refreshed for the second half of your week. Each class will begin with guided yoga movement and breathing to help you loosen up and settle onto your mat, followed by deep, restful stretches to relieve…
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Earth Day Celebration
There is too much fun to pack into our web calendar. Please visit our Earth Day Celebration page to find the full schedule of Greenway adventures! Learn More
Earth Day Campout 2024
Earth Day Weekend is a great time to celebrate everything we love about being outside and there’s no better way to experience nature than to go camping! With all the great activities and events at the Greenway this weekend, why not just stay the night with us too? Campers should bring their own dinner to…
Live Music at the Gateway Canteen
Live Music at the Gateway Canteen
Join us at the Anne Springs Close Greenway’s Gateway Canteen for good food and good music. With a talented line-up of local singers/songwriters scheduled Friday and Saturday evenings (and occasional Sundays) until November 2, the Canteen will offer guests a laidback outdoor setting, along with delicious food and beverage options to make dinner easy. Limited…
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Earth Day Celebration
There is too much fun to pack into our web calendar. Please visit our Earth Day Celebration page to find the full schedule of Greenway adventures! Learn More
Lead Line Rides
Lead line rides, led by a parent or adult, are available for children 10 and younger on Saturdays with pre-registration at the Greenway Stables, 1046 Horse Road. Helmets are required, and we do provide them. Closed-toed shoes are required. Pants recommended. Signed waivers are required. Lead Lines are $15 per 15-minute ride, with a 20%…
Mountain Bike Skills Park Preview Weekend
Mountain Bike Skills Park Preview Weekend
The development of the Mountain Bike Skills Park at Anne Springs Close Greenway is a significant milestone, reflecting the commitment to creating a dynamic and inclusive experience for outdoor recreation. The Skills Park focuses on providing a safe and welcoming space for riders of all levels, emphasized by various features and trail options. The Skills…
Earth Day Hike Honoring Anne Close
Earth Day Hike Honoring Anne Close
Join us for our annual Earth Day Weekend hike around Lake Haigler honoring Greenway founder and namesake, Anne Close. We will meet at the Greenway Gateway at 8am; breakfast biscuits and coffee will be available for purchase that morning. The hike will leave at 8:30am and will last about an hour. Francie Close, daughter of…
Crandall Bowles Children’s Farm Grand Opening
Crandall Bowles Children’s Farm Grand Opening
We are thrilled to announce the grand opening of the Crandall Bowles Children’s Farm on Saturday, April 20! This new flagship destination promises an unforgettable blend of education and adventure for animal-lovers of all ages. The Children's Farm honors the Greenway's mission by providing opportunities for daily interpretation and demonstrations on animal habitat, South Carolina…
Earth Day Celebration Kayak Rentals
Earth Day Celebration Kayak Rentals
In honor of our favorite weekend of the year, we will host FREE kayak rentals during our Earth Day Celebration! Single and tandem kayaks will be available to reserve in time slots ranging from 9am to 5pm, but they fill quickly! Reservations for Earth Day Celebration weekend will open April 1 at 9am. Reserve Now…
Saturday Yoga
Saturday Yoga
Unwind from the week and bring relaxation into your weekend with yoga and fresh air. This yoga class focuses on cultivating awareness of the mind, body and breath through a variety of yoga poses at a gentle pace. The emphasis is on mindfulness and tapping into a state of inner peace. All are welcome, from…
Live Music at the Gateway Canteen
Live Music at the Gateway Canteen
Join us at the Anne Springs Close Greenway’s Gateway Canteen for good food and good music. With a talented line-up of local singers/songwriters scheduled Friday and Saturday evenings (and occasional Sundays) until November 2, the Canteen will offer guests a laidback outdoor setting, along with delicious food and beverage options to make dinner easy. Limited…
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Earth Day Celebration
There is too much fun to pack into our web calendar. Please visit our Earth Day Celebration page to find the full schedule of Greenway adventures! Learn More
Youth & Adult Bass Fishing Tournament 2024
Youth & Adult Bass Fishing Tournament 2024
The Anne Springs Close Greenway Resources Team needs your help! In order to rebalance the biodiversity in our waters, we need you to catch some bass. Enter our second annual Earth Day Bass Tournament to fish with friends, try to win prizes and restore the health of Greenway aquatic ecosystems. Registration is FREE, but there…
Mountain Bike Skills Park Preview Weekend
Mountain Bike Skills Park Preview Weekend
The development of the Mountain Bike Skills Park at Anne Springs Close Greenway is a significant milestone, reflecting the commitment to creating a dynamic and inclusive experience for outdoor recreation. The Skills Park focuses on providing a safe and welcoming space for riders of all levels, emphasized by various features and trail options. The Skills…
Earth Day Celebration Kayak Rentals
Earth Day Celebration Kayak Rentals
In honor of our favorite weekend of the year, we will host FREE kayak rentals during our Earth Day Celebration! Single and tandem kayaks will be available to reserve in time slots ranging from 9am to 5pm, but they fill quickly! Reservations for Earth Day Celebration weekend will open April 1 at 9am. Reserve Now…
Sunday Brunch at the Gateway Canteen
Sunday Brunch at the Gateway Canteen
Join us on Sundays for Brunch at the Gateway Canteen! Enjoy a variety of sweet and savory items on the buffet in addition to a number of platters, a carving station and cook-to-order egg and omelet station! Cost: $27.95 per person ages 12+ | $13.95 per child ages 4-11 Entry to Greenway free to members;…
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Little Explorers
Little Explorers
Little Explorers is a 6-week program for children ages 2-3 years old to experience nature-based learning alongside their caregiver. Bring your children to get hands-on with nature and experience a variety of what nature has to offer through play and exploration! The class will be led by a teacher who will help children and adults…
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Whiskey After Dark
Whiskey After Dark
The Local Palate, in partnership with Breakthru Beverage, welcomes the world's top whiskey ambassadors to York County for Whiskey After Dark, Charleston's favorite annual event, on Thursday, April 25, 2024. Sample more than one hundred whiskeys, including bourbons and scotches, as well as seltzers and craft beer at the Founders Dairy Barn at Anne Springs…
Yoga on Tap at the Forest Porch
Yoga on Tap at the Forest Porch
This unique yoga session invites you to harmonize your mind, body, and spirit in the shade of the Domtar Forest Porch. Registration includes one beer or house wine from the Gateway Canteen that you are welcome to enjoy during or after this all-levels, slow flow yoga practice. So grab a drink and decompress as you…
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Canceled MTB Clinic: Kids 101 (Ages 6-11)
Canceled MTB Clinic: Kids 101 (Ages 6-11)
Kids 101 clinics are for kids ages 6 to 11 who can ride a bike without training wheels and are ready to leave the pavement behind. Skills will be learned primarily through fun activities and games instead of “teaching”. Emphasis will be on having fun, safety and being a respectful, courteous trail user. Note: A…
Live Music at the Gateway Canteen
Live Music at the Gateway Canteen
Join us at the Anne Springs Close Greenway’s Gateway Canteen for good food and good music. With a talented line-up of local singers/songwriters scheduled Friday and Saturday evenings (and occasional Sundays) until November 2, the Canteen will offer guests a laidback outdoor setting, along with delicious food and beverage options to make dinner easy. Limited…
Girl Scouts (and Friends) Night Hike
Girl Scouts (and Friends) Night Hike
Whooo wants to go on a night hike? Explore the night sky and discover how to tap into your nocturnal senses. Bring your courage as we hike the Greenway woods at night and a headlamp or flashlight, although you may find them unnecessary as you acquire your stellar night vision. Although this program will cover…
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Kayak Rentals
Spend time paddling the peaceful waters of Lake Haigler for fitness, fun, relaxation or scenic views. Reservations are required and must be made online or via guest services. No transactions will be processed onsite. Time slots are available in two-hour increments beginning at 9am. The last time slot begins at 3pm. You may arrive at…
Lead Line Rides
Lead line rides, led by a parent or adult, are available for children 10 and younger on Saturdays with pre-registration at the Greenway Stables, 1046 Horse Road. Helmets are required, and we do provide them. Closed-toed shoes are required. Pants recommended. Signed waivers are required. Lead Lines are $15 per 15-minute ride, with a 20%…
Donkey Meet & Greet
Donkey Meet & Greet
Come meet and learn about the donkeys who live in our donkey pasture! To reach the donkey pasture from Dairy Barn entrance, park and walk past the Founders Dairy Barn along Blue Star Trail toward Steele Creek. Find the donkeys on your left prior to reaching the Swinging Bridge. To reach the donkey pasture from…
Live Music at the Gateway Canteen
Live Music at the Gateway Canteen
Join us at the Anne Springs Close Greenway’s Gateway Canteen for good food and good music. With a talented line-up of local singers/songwriters scheduled Friday and Saturday evenings (and occasional Sundays) until November 2, the Canteen will offer guests a laidback outdoor setting, along with delicious food and beverage options to make dinner easy. Limited…