The Parks That Pay for Themselves: 50 Parks, One Passport

Simple Civics: Greenville County · Jul 14, 2026 · 27m

South Carolina's 50 state parks largely pay their own way. Gwen Davenport of SC State Parks on the model, the $99 passport, beating the crowds, and the CCC legacy.

Episode Resources:

Ultimate Outsider Program and 50-Park Challenge

SC State Parks Annual Passport Information

Play It Forward: CCC History and "Parkitecture"

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