Horry Courthouse Rain Garden Volunteer Day

Hosted by Clemson Extension & Horry County Stormwater

Join us for a hands-on, rewarding volunteer event at the Horry County Courthouse as we bring new life to the courthouse rain garden! Together, we’ll plant native perennials and shrubs, enhance stormwater management, and support local pollinators—all while learning and having fun outdoors.

What You’ll Do:

• Plant native perennials and shrubs (5.5" pots to 3-gallon containers)
• Tag & document plant species to support future garden care
• Place river rock along channel banks for erosion control
• Apply mulch to protect soils
• Learn about South Carolina native plants and sustainable landscaping practices

Your participation helps beautify Horry County and improves local water quality!
The rain garden captures and filters stormwater runoff from the courthouse parking lot, reducing pollution, improving drainage, and providing essential habitat for pollinators and wildlife.

💧 A rain garden is a shallow, planted depression that gives stormwater from roofs, driveways, parking lots, and compacted soils the opportunity to infiltrate and be absorbed, reducing stormwater runoff and associated pollution. Rain gardens are a popular and attractive way to manage erosion and moisture control issues, beautify the landscape, create wildlife habitat and protect clean water downstream.

When: Wednesday, October 29th, 9am - 3:00 pm

Where: Horry County Courthouse, Conway, SC

What to Bring:

• Reusable water bottle, comfortable shoes, sun protection, pants and long-sleeved shirts recommended, thick work gloves, and any bug repellent of your choosing.

Water and snacks will be provided throughout the day.

Lunch will be provided.

Who Should Join:

Plant lovers, native species enthusiasts, Master Gardeners, Master Naturalists, SC Native Plant Society members, CCU students, environmental volunteers, and anyone ready to get their hands dirty for a good cause!

Price per attendee: Free

Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service offers its programs to people of all ages, regardless of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status and is an equal opportunity employer.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

1201 3rd Ave, 1201 3rd Avenue, Conway, United States