Scenes of Shem Creek History and Shrimp Walking Tour

Name: Scenes of Shem Creek History and Shrimp Walking Tour
Brand: Viator
Price: 29 USD
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5.0(184)1h 30mIngleseCharleston

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This walking tour led by Captain Bryan is not your average "sit there and shut up" tour where the guide won't even remember you. Rather, after brief introduction, Captain Bryan will lead you on a historic journey of how Shem Creek came to prominence with its famous shrimping fleet and much more. Unlike any other tour in the area, guests have a chance to see the industry at work. The first half of the tour will contain history of the area and discuss events back to the early 1700's, the second half of the tour will specifically cover the Shrimp Industry. This is not a tour, it is an experience to immerse yourself in the Shem Culture. Take back history, culture, language, but most of all guests will take from this experience an underlying appreciation for our local shrimpers and the history behind these hard working men and women.

Small prize at end of the tour

Cosa farai

Guests will take Mary Street to get a overview of the Charleston Harbor and the
changes this seaside community would endure due to conflict, natural disasters, and insect infestations.
15 min
Guest will pass by the home of the first commercial shrimper on Shem Creek and s
ee the "shrimp shacks." Where the original shrimpers used to live in this historic neighborhood.
5 min
Shem Creek
Von Kolnitz Rd, Mount Pleasant, United States
Guests will walk by the Captain Peter Lewis House (1855) and discuss the importance of the ferry system that once operated on Shem Creek.
10 min
Guest will view the Hibben House, the oldest structure standing in the Town and dating back to the mid 1700's
History will allow us to understand how commercial shrimping would begin in the area.
10 min
Guests will see an assortment of locally sourced seafood at this generational fa
mily facility and discuss the decline of this important fishery. How the town went from nearly 100 trawlers down to 4 by 1998.
10 min
Shem Creek Park
Coleman Boulevard, , Mount Pleasant, United States
Guests will traverse the boardwalk to see the Shrimp Trawlers and learn how they operate. We will finish the tour with a cast net demonstration to learn how to catch your own shrimp!
15 min

Incontro e ritiro

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Dettagli del ritiro

We meet on corner of Coleman Blvd and Mill street outside of the public parking garage/office. It is the only 4 story office building in the immediate area. There is a circular flower arrangement on that corner that I will be near with a grey hat and tour guide badge on.

Cose da sapere

Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Walking distance is around 1.5 miles. Please note especially with summer heat that guests should be able to walk this distance.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.