GreenvilleSC Arick's Blog: Popular places in Greenville

One of the attractions in the Greenville/ Spartanburg area is the Carolina Panthers annual training camp, which is held at Wofford College. Each year thousands of fans travel for miles to see the Panthers prepare and condition for the upcoming season. Each camp session is usually 2-3 hours and gives sports fans an up-close view of professional athletes in action. There are also opportunities for autograph signings and photography.   

Wofford College is located near downtown Spartanburg SC, and just a short 30 minute drive from Downtown Greenville.   Below are some of my own photos from my latest visit July 30, 2008 and descriptions of each.     Steve Smith puts a move on Chris Gamble with a curl route, then makes the catch for a 10 yard gain after… Read Full Post

 

If you’re unfamiliar with downtown Greenville South Carolina, you might be missing one of Greenville’s most incredible features. River Falls Park, the newly built park in the heart of downtown was designed to showcase the natural beauty of Reedy River Falls.         Designed by landscape architect Andrea Mains, the park features walking trails, public gardens, and a $4.5 million pedestrian bridge which spans over the main falls. The Liberty Bridge is the focal point of Falls Park, providing excellent views of the falls and gardens below.       River Falls Park is part of the $70 million renovation project in downtown Greenville. The project includes new mixed use developments for office space, retail, and residential units. The park is also… Read Full Post

  Greenville South Carolina is located in the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. Greenville is the largest city in South Carolina and is without question the epicenter for business and culture. But that’s not the only thing that makes this area so appealing.   One of the great things about Greenville is its location. Less than an hour’s drive from downtown, you can climb winding roads leading into the heart of the Great Smokey Mountains.   A very popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts and tourists is the famous lookout, Caesar’s Head. Located on Hwy 276, this popular destination offers breathtaking views, hiking trails, and picnic grounds.      Read Full Post