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City of Cayce Museum chronicles the history of the first European settlement in South Carolina's Midlands in the early 1700s. The museum interprets the agricultural, social, and cultural heritage of the Cayce, Old Saxe Gotha, Granby, and West Columbia areas.

City Center Partnership recruits and promotes economic growth and development to revitalize Downtown Columbia into the place of choice for restaurants, retail and tourism in the Midlands.

City of Columbia Parks and Recreation strives to provide the residents of Columbia with over fifteen vibrant parks and indoor and outdoor recreational events.

Columbia’s Longest Day relives the day that General Sherman marched into Columbia and burnt the city during the Civil War.

Confederate Relic Room preserves and displays South Carolina’s extensive military culture with artifacts from over 300 years of military campaigns.

Congaree Vista Guild represents the businesses within the revitalized downtown district of Columbia offering world-class arts, entertainment, dining and shopping to the Midlands.  The Vista’s western most border is the Congaree River.

EdVenture is located in Columbia’s Vista.  Edventure is the South’s largest children’s museum and is home to the world’s largest boy, Eddie

ETV RiverVenture is the story of South Carolina's cultural and natural landscape as told by its rivers. RiverVenture will take you on a virtual "float-trip" across South Carolina, following the Saluda, the Congaree, the Santee and the Cooper rivers.

Irmo/Chapin Recreation Commission strives to enhance the quality of life for all citizens of the district through the development of recreation programs that promote a lifestyle of wellness, physical activities and cultural experiences for all ages.

Lexington County Museum recounts the early history of Lexington County including structures and furnishings from 1770 until the Civil War.

Lexington County Recreation Commission works to improve the quality of life for all citizens in Lexington County through creative and meaningful life enriching experiences. This is done through the provisions of program services, facilities and education.  Also operates summer camps, leisure and wellness centers, and parks and recreation.

Richland County Recreation Commission is dedicated to enhancing the lives and positive experiences of Richland County residents of every age and ability through diverse opportunities for lifelong wellness, personal growth, socialization, and the pursuit of happiness (play) in environments that are creative, safe, affordable, and accessible.

South Carolina Archives and History preserves and promotes the documentary and cultural heritage of South Carolina. The South Carolina Archives and History department is the caretaker of the South Carolina Archives, a collection of more than 325 years of historical documents recording the rich and diverse history of the people and government of South Carolina

South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is a state governmental agency charged with the preservation and protection of S.C.’s natural resources

South Carolina Parks, Recreation and Tourism is assigned to operate and manage South Carolina’s 47 state parks, to market the state as a preferred vacation destination and to provide assistance to communities for parks, recreation and tourism development and promotion.

Local Outfitters
Adventure Carolina is a Cayce-based kayak, canoe and river outfitter.

Backpacker Quality Gear been serving Columbia residents for over 30 years.  The Backpacker supplies its customers with a variety of outdoor merchandise including kayaks, clothing and camping supplies.

Frank’s Fly Arts offers fly fishing lessons and kayak tours in the three scenic rivers that run through South Carolina's Capitol Region.

Get Your Gear On is a consignment retailer in the Five Points downtown district of Columbia.  Their inventory includes kayaks, canoes, and outdoor equipment.

Half Moon Outfitters  is a regional retailer of gear for kayaking, rock climbing, backpacking, surfing, and travel.

Palmetto Paddlers, Inc. is a canoe and kayak club based in Columbia, SC.  The club organizes both whitewater and flat water trips and sponsors training in paddling techniques, river safety and rescue.

Palmetto Outdoor is conveniently located near downtown Columbia. A whitewater adventure with Palmetto Outdoor makes boating and rafting on the Saluda, Broad, and Congaree rivers the one of the most accessible, fun activities available in the area.

River Runner is located in the heart of the Vista in Columbia, S.C. The River Runner supplies the residents and visitors of the Midlands with the retail and rentals of kayaks, canoes, boats and other outdoor equipment.