Pee Dee Group, South Carolina Chapter, Sierra Club
  Post Office Box  4596
  Florence, SC 29502
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Longleaf pine Heritage preserve in Lee County isn't for everyone. They burn to keep out hardwoods and allow a longleaf pine community to grow. It looked a little rough when we were there but when we stopped and listened we heard bird songs in every direction. We saw several red-headed woodpeckers in their brilliant plumage, and heard the distinctive call of the bob white quail all around us. We saw a lot of birds but aren't very experienced bird watchers. The land, with its tall trees over thick ferns provides a stark contrast to the dense hardwood across the road. It is also interesting to watch the way the burned over land turns green again. 

To reach the preserve from Lynchburg, go west on highway 76 for 4 miles to county road 53; turn left on 53 and go 1.5 miles to county road 101; then turn right on 101 and go 2 miles and the preserve entrance will be on the left, marked by an informational sign. You have to use the little black signs at the intersection to identify the road. Click here for the official site.