What's Happening in Yemassee?

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Yemassee Mud Run - July 31, 2010

Yemassee Mud Runs are known far-and-wide.  It's not your average spectator sport, so come on out for an afternoon of mud and fun.  Classes: ATV, Unlimited, 44", 38.5", 36", 33", Street.  Adult Admission $10.  Visit the Yemassee Mud Run website  for all the dirty details.

 

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17th Annual Shrimp Festival - September 16 - 19, 2010

The Yemassee Shrimp Festival provides fun, food and entertainment for all ages.  There are parades, food, amusements, fireworks, arts & crafts, a street dance -- all topped off with a mud run.  Visit the Yemassee Shrimp Festival website for more information.

 

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Yemassee Mud Run - September 19, 2010

Yemassee Mud Runs are known far-and-wide.  It's not your average spectator sport, so come on out for an afternoon of mud and fun.  Classes: ATV, Unlimited, 44", 38.5", 36", 33", Street.  Adult Admission $10.  Visit the Yemassee Mud Run website  for all the dirty details.

 

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Yemassee Train Depot Marine Reunion - October 15 - 16, 2010

Now in its 8th year, this reunion honors all the Marines who who passed through the Yemassee Train Depot on their way to Parris Island.  October 15, 4pm - 6pm:  Meet & Greet at Harold's Country Club in Yemassee.  Saturday, October 16, 11am - 2pm:  Luncheon at the USMC Air Station Officer's Club in Beaufort.  Over 250 Marines attended in 2009.  For more information, contact Howard L. Hostrander at pce8526@aol.com or call Roy Hughes at 843.589.3385.  Semper Fi!

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Prince William Parish Cycle Tour - October 16, 2010

Explore the scenic and historic country roads of Prince William Parish on a 62-mile or 35-mile ride as you pass by bucolic farms, sporting Plantations and historic churches.  Join in the ride and help the Yemassee Revitalization Corporation celebrate our South Carolina Lowcountry heritage.

The course is flat and paved and will be well-marked with fully-stocked rest areas positioned every 15 miles.  Most of the distances of the two routes are low traffic country roads.  The county sheriff and Town police will assist with traffic control when necessary.  At the end of the tour, everyone returns to Buckfield Plantation for lunch and refreshments.

The ride starts and ends at privately-owned Buckfield Plantation in Yemassee.  The tour starts promptly at 8:00 am.  Century riders head out first, immediately followed by the Half-Century participants.  Line-up starts at 7:45 am.  Check-in and registration will open 6:30 am - 7:30 am on the morning of the tour.  Riders can also check in the prior evening, October 15, 2010, 4pm – 7pm at Buckfield Plantation.  At check-in, riders can pick up their historical map, cue sheet and t-shirt.  Lunch will be served back at Buckfield Plantation from noon until 2:00 pm.  Lunch includes choice of grilled burgers or chicken breast sandwiches with lettuce, tomato, pickle & condiments, baked beans and cole slaw, boiled peanuts, sheet cake, water, beer and non-alcoholic beverages.

• This is not a race. 
• Rides are fully sagged.  A SAG vehicle will patrol the route.  The last rider must be in by 1pm. 
• Rest stops will be provided every 15 miles stocked with water, sports drinks, crackers and fruit. Toilets will be available at rest stops.
• Cyclists must be 16 years or older.
• Everyone under 18 years old must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian.
• All riders must sign a liability waiver.  Each rider must register himself or herself, as each person much complete the event waiver.
• Mechanic support will help with basic adjustments and simple bike repairs wherever possible during the ride.  Riders are encouraged to bring extra tube and patch kit, pump and tire levers.
• First aid will be available.
• Bring water bottles or another hydration system, sunglasses and sunscreen, and photo identification.
• Helmets are required for all riders.
• The tour takes place rain or shine.  All entries are non-refundable.
• Call 843.441.7402 or visit www.yemassee-sc.org for late-breaking ride updates and event status info in case of extreme weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances.

Registration Fees & Dates:

Early-Pre Registration (through October 1, 2010) - $35: Guarantees t-shirt.  •  Includes registration, t-shirt, cue sheet, historical map, snacks, beverages & lunch.

Registration (October 2 through October 14, 2010) - $ 35:  T-shirts available in limited sizes only while supplies last *  •  Includes registration, cue sheet, historical map, snacks, beverages & lunch.

Day-of Registration – (6:30am – 7:30am October 16, 2010) - $45:  Payment with check or cash only (no credit cards).  •    T-shirts available in limited sizes only while supplies last *  •  Includes registration, cue sheet, historical map, snacks, beverages & lunch.

Packet Pick-Up & Check-In at Buckfield Plantation

• Friday, October, 15, 2010:  4:00pm – 7:00pm (pick-ups only - no registration)
• Saturday, October 16, 2010:  6:30am – 7:30am (pick-ups & day-of registration)

  *T-shirts cannot be guaranteed for registrations after October 1, 2010*

Lunch Only - $8.00:  Includes post-tour lunch & beverages.  •  Must be received by October 14, 2010.

Additional T-shirts - $15.00:  Order must be received by October 1, 2010.

How to Register: 

Riders can register online or by phone or mail.  Click here to register online at Active.com.  Riders can also register by phone or mail.  See below to download a copy of the registration form.  Complete the form and fax or mail according to directions listed.  All paper registrations MUST be received by noon on Thursday, October 14, 2010.

Refunds:  No refunds will be given if events are canceled due to extreme weather or unforeseen circumstances.

Additional Information

Click Registration Form to download event registration details.

Click Route Map to download course information.

Click Route Description to download a copy of the course description.

 

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Yemassee Mud Run - October 24, 2010

Yemassee Mud Runs are known far-and-wide.  It's not your average spectator sport, so come on out for an afternoon of mud and fun.  Classes: ATV, Unlimited, 44", 38.5", 36", 33", Street.  Adult Admission $10.  Visit the Yemassee Mud Run website  for all the dirty details.

 

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Yemassee Christmas Holiday Bash at Harold's Country Club -  December 3, 2010 - 7:00 pm - ? -

Enjoy an evening of music, dancing, food and fun.  This year's Christmas Bash will feature "Yemassee on the Wild Side," a dinner of grilled venison steaks, fried  dolphin, steamed shrimp, salmon stew, roasted turkey and all the fixin's.  Advance tickets cost $12.00 per person.  The price includes entry to the party, dinner, dessert and a soft drink.  Space is limited, so purchase your tickets in advance.  It was a sell-out last year.  Day of tickets, if available, will cost $15 per person.

You may purchase advance Bash tickets through the mail by sending a check made payable to the "Yemassee Revitalization Corporation."  You may also phone in your credit card orders to the YRC.  Click here for address and phone details.  You can also stop Fletcher's Finds Antique Store on Yemassee Highway in Yemassee to purchase advance tickets.  Proceeds benefit the Yemassee Revitalization Corporation.

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Annual Sunday Service at Old Sheldon Church Ruins - May 8, 2011 - noon

Tucked away among the towering oak trees dripping with Spanish moss sit the ruins of Old Sheldon Church.  The church originally built in the 1750's was twice burnt -- first by the British during the Revolutionary War, and second after being rebuilt in 1826 by General Sherman's troops in 1865 during the Civil War.  The church was never rebuilt.  What remains today are the formidable, weathered brick pillars of its original temple-form Greek Revival architecture.  Annually on the second Sunday after Easter, a noonday prayer service is held and open to the public.  A silver communion service set and other relics of the old church dating back to the 1750's are used during the service.  Following the service is a bring-your-own-picnic lunch,  For more information call 843-522-1712.  

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The Yemassee Revitalization Corporation

thanks everyone for their support throughout the year. 

 

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