2025 Schedule of Events
Busch Wildlife Sanctuary Show
Busch Wildlife Sanctuary will introduce the wonders of the natural ecosystems and give SEWE attendees an up-close look at alligators, bobcats, foxes, birds of prey, snakes and much more. Seating is first-come, first-served.
Exhibition Tour with Copley Fine Art Auction’s Decoy Specialist Colin S. McNair
Join Copley Fine Art Auctions’ decoy specialist Colin S. McNair for an Introduction to American Bird Decoys Exhibit Tour on Friday and Saturday at 11 am.
Presented by Beacon Community Bank
Live Art Series: Pencil It In
Watch SEWE artists sketch in pencil, scratchboard & graphite.
Presented by Purina ProPlan
Retriever Demonstration with Wildrose Kennels “7 Habits of the Highly Successful Gundog”
The Wildrose British Labrador demonstration pack with the professionals of canine nutrition, Purina ProPlan, will be featured at Brittlebank Park.
Presented by South Carolina Department of Agriculture
Chef Demo | Tater’s Sea & Soul Chef Tater Coaxum with Mark Richardson of Marvin’s Seafood
Certified SC returns to Marion Square with a tent featuring the Palmetto State’s finest specialty food vendors and the Fresh on the Menu cooking stage, where South Carolina’s most talented chefs team up with their favorite farmers for a weekend of demonstrations and tastings showing why South Carolina is one of the best states in […]
Presented by National Marine Mammal Foundation
National Marine Mammal Foundation Dolphin Doctor Hands-On Workshop Experience
NMMF will conduct interactive Dolphin Doctor: On the Front Lines of Marine Mammal Medicine workshops for SEWE participants. This program focuses on marine mammal medicine, science, and technology, and applications to the conservation of marine mammals worldwide. Hands-on educational activities can be adapted for all ages, including mock wild dolphin health checks with inflatable dolphins; […]
Orvis Fly Fishing Demonstration at Brittlebank Park
Fly fishing casting lessons with Orvis at Brittlebank Park. Try your hand at angling or improve upon your skills with the fly fishing professionals on-site.
Presented by South Carolina Department of Agriculture
Chef Demo | 2024 South Carolina Chef Ambassador Javier Uriarte of Ratio with a South Carolina Farmer
Certified SC returns to Marion Square with a tent featuring the Palmetto State’s finest specialty food vendors and the Fresh on the Menu cooking stage, where South Carolina’s most talented chefs team up with their favorite farmers for a weekend of demonstrations and tastings showing why South Carolina is one of the best states in […]
Boykin Spaniel Society presents “Meet the Gundogs” Retriever Demonstrations
Retriever Demonstration “Meet the Gundogs” Dogs of various breeds and ages put on demonstrations of retrieving skills. Able handlers will be on site to answer questions and tell you how you can get involved.
Presented by Purina Pro Plan
Purina Pro Plan Flying Disc Dog Demonstrations
The high-flying Purina® Pro Plan Performance Team is a collection of some of the world’s most athletic canines. Come watch the team perform amazing flying disc routines.
Presented by Charleston County Park & Recreation
Combing the Caw Caw Wilderness
The Caw Caw Interpretative Center, just south of Charleston, contains a variety of South Carolina Lowcountry habitats that are known for their beauty and wildlife. Join a naturalist to explore a cypress/tupelo swam, freshwater marsh, saltwater marsh and bottomland hardwood forest. Eagles, turkey, otters, waterfowl and more are often observed from the trails at Caw […]
Presented by South Carolina Department of Agriculture
Chef Demo | 2023 Charleston Grille Chef Michelle Weaver with Michael Parker of Hickory Bluff Nursery and Berry Farm
Certified SC returns to Marion Square with a tent featuring the Palmetto State’s finest specialty food vendors and the Fresh on the Menu cooking stage, where South Carolina’s most talented chefs team up with their favorite farmers for a weekend of demonstrations and tastings showing why South Carolina is one of the best states in […]
Sheep and Duck Herding Demos
Watch collies artfully muster sheep and ducks through various obstacles with only a few verbal commands.
Presented by Center for Birds of Prey
Birds of Prey Flight Demos
One of the most educational and entertaining shows during SEWE, watch amazing flight demos up-close by a variety of raptors including falcons, eagles, owls, vultures and hawks and learn about the important role they play in our eco-system.
Jeff Corwin: Live Animal Show
Television personality, author, and conservationist, Jeff Corwin joins us once again to entertain and delight SEWE attendees with live animals at the Gaillard Center.
Presented by Beacon Community Bank
Live Art Series: Opposites Attract
Watch SEWE artists paint in two opposing mediums.
Cocktails & Conservation with Garden & Gun
Grab a cocktail and join us at the Garden & Gun offices for compelling conversations focusing on wildlife, sporting, culture, and conservation.
Presented by South Carolina Department of Agriculture
Chef Demo | Lowcountry Fresh Market Chef Duane Copeland with Rollen Chalmers of Rollen’s Raw Grains
Certified SC returns to Marion Square with a tent featuring the Palmetto State’s finest specialty food vendors and the Fresh on the Menu cooking stage, where South Carolina’s most talented chefs team up with their favorite farmers for a weekend of demonstrations and tastings showing why South Carolina is one of the best states in […]
Presented by Purina ProPlan
Retriever Demonstration with Mike Stewart from Wildrose Kennels “7 Habits of the Highly Successful Gundog”
The Wildrose British Labrador demonstration pack with the professionals of canine nutrition, Purina ProPlan, will be featured at Brittlebank Park.
Presented by The Dewberry
The Dewberry Artist-In-Residence: Chris Maynard
The Dewberry is pleased to welcome celebrated "featherfolio" artist, naturalist, and conservationist, Chris Maynard, as the Artist-in-Residence for SEWE 2024.
Presented by National Marine Mammal Foundation
National Marine Mammal Foundation Dolphin Doctor Hands-On Workshop Experience
NMMF will conduct interactive Dolphin Doctor: On the Front Lines of Marine Mammal Medicine workshops for SEWE participants. This program focuses on marine mammal medicine, science, and technology, and applications to the conservation of marine mammals worldwide. Hands-on educational activities can be adapted for all ages, including mock wild dolphin health checks with inflatable dolphins; […]
Orvis Fly Fishing Demonstration at Brittlebank Park
Fly fishing casting lessons with Orvis at Brittlebank Park. Try your hand at angling or improve upon your skills with the fly fishing professionals on-site.
Presented by SEWE and Ducks Unlimited
Exclusive Trip Auction
Come join DU & SEWE for an exclusive trip auction at the Charleston Marriott on SEWE Saturday.
Women in Conservation: Wildife Heroes of Sea, Land and Sky
Join SEWE in applauding extraordinary female leaders in wildlife conservation on land, at sea and in the sky.
Boykin Spaniel Society presents “Meet the Gundogs” Retriever Demonstrations
Retriever Demonstration “Meet the Gundogs” Dogs of various breeds and ages put on demonstrations of retrieving skills. Able handlers will be on site to answer questions and tell you how you can get involved.
Presented by Purina Pro Plan
Purina Pro Plan Flying Disc Dog Demonstrations
The high-flying Purina® Pro Plan Performance Team is a collection of some of the world’s most athletic canines. Come watch the team perform amazing flying disc routines.
Presented by SCWA
SCWA Annual Duck Shuck Oyster Roast
With live music, live and silent auctions, raffles and hot oysters, this casual party is a fun evening.
SEWE Soiree
A night filled with live music and good times—the perfect send-off for the weekend.
Lowcountry Social
BBQ, open bar & bluegrass music by the fire.
DockDogs® Competitions
Champion dogs showcase jumping & retrieval talents.