Above: The Coastal Expeditions Foundation coordinated the Save Crab Bank Paddle that brought together other outfitters, conservation groups and local paddlers to halo Crab Bank Seabird Sanctuary. Nearly 200 people raised their paddles in a grand show of support!
The mission of the Coastal Expeditions Foundation is to ensure that experiences with wildlife and the habitats we all share are accessible for all, and to provide opportunities for us to channel our collective passion for the environment into preserving and visiting these ecosystems for generations to come. We do this through our three program pillars: education, community service, and habitat and wildlife conservation.
We facilitate and fund educational, personal and direct access experiences, we service community conservation initiatives through in-kind support, fundraising and coalition development, and we secure funds for specific habitat preservation projects.
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We're committed to raising the funds needed to support the Sea Turtle Program in Cape Romain NWR. Through fundraisers, grants and donations, we aim to supply the program with $40,000 in 2019. You can donate directly to this program to help us meet our goal through the donation button on this page.
In 2017, Coastal Expeditions created the Veterans Sea Kayak Resiliency Program, giving veterans the skills they need to prevent suicide by connecting them to their environment and each other. Once they finish the program, they are invited to participate in environmental service projects through the Coastal Warriors Council to maintain their community and give back. Scroll down to read more about veterans programs and donate.
Located at the mouth of Shem Creek in the Charleston Harbor, we helped to raise over 1.4 million dollars to secure the funds of to rebuild this island. As one of only 5 islands of its kind on the coast of South Carolina, it is critical to the future survival of birds like pelicans, skimmers, terns and 12 other avian species.
We get students into nature through two programs: South Carolina Outdoor Education Program (SCOEP) and Island Quest (IQ). Through funding from donations, we are able to take students kayaking on Shem Creek and the Black River, and hiking on Bulls Island at no charge to schools. Since program creation, over 20,000 students have been reached.
Charleston is fortunate that there are several groups working to protect the wild places in the Lowcountry, and we want to help them fulfill their missions. Through in-kind services and donations, we give generously to organizations like Center for Birds of Prey, The Nature Conservancy, Audubon South Carolina, South Carolina Aquarium, Coastal Conservation League, Friends of Coastal SC and Lowcountry Land Trust.
The Coastal Expeditions Foundation (CEF) came to fruition after more than 25 years of environmental service through high integrity natural immersion produced and orchestrated by Coastal Expeditions, Inc. est. 1992.
The CEF is a philanthropic organization governed by a small group of naturalists dedicated to promoting an holistic culture of environmental awareness, stewardship and service.
The CEF mission is based on servicing the landscapes, creatures, cultures and humans through distributing financial as well as in kind support and assistance to causes and organizations chosen by the CEF Board of Trustees.
Our mission is not limited to any geographic boundary; We feel the mission of the Coastal Expeditions Foundation is global.
The Coastal Expeditions Foundation was created in 2018 and retains as an advisory board of Trustees:
The Coastal Expeditions Foundation is proud to be a part of this collective action to direct philanthropic giving to environmental causes.
Offering Kayaks and Paddleboards
Take in the stunning beauty of local creeks and waters from one of our kayaks or SUPs. Walk-ups are welcome or call / text to book and we’ll be ready when you are. All gear and instruction provided.
Call or text 843.884.7684 to book.
If you really want to get a feel for the local history, identify the native wildlife, and get to special places, you'll need someone experienced to show you the way. We'll get you there.
Check out our Shem Creek in Mount Pleasant tours.
Offering Kayaks and Paddleboards
Take in the stunning beauty of local creeks and waters from one of our kayaks or SUPs. Walk-ups are welcome or call / text to book and we’ll be ready when you are. All gear and instruction provided.
Call or text 843.884.7684 to book.
If you really want to get a feel for the local history, identify the native wildlife, and get to special places, you'll need someone experienced to show you the way. We'll get you there.
Check out our Isle of Palms tours.