FMU and Partners Announce Plan to Preserve 8,500 Acres
Florence County Council has committed $1.55 million to support the public-private effort of Francis Marion University to acquire nearly 8,500 acres along the Great Pee Dee River for conservation and education.
Partners in this effort include the Open Space Institute (OSI), Florence County, the South Carolina Office of Resilience, South Carolina Conservation Bank, the Darla Moore Foundation, and other local entities.
- Partners: Open Space Institute (OSI), Florence County, South Carolina Office of Resilience, South Carolina Conservation Bank, Darla Moore Foundation
- Property: "Duck Ponds" property, approximately 8,460 acres, owned by Manulife Investment Management
The property spans eight miles along the river, providing a significant opportunity for research and resilience.
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Author's summary: FMU and partners preserve 8,500 acres for research.