Historical Newspapers of South Carolina

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There i: a /Marino frir\a in** TIPflllv rolavmer w Advanfi-ma 1 1_~ -1 a. iiUYWiumv UUU.&D dUUUt tttllUClU aa instructor Cass Agerton said. "People importance of experiei see things that other people don't when ?0ne reason why t] ) on these trips. ]q fVjof a lnf nf daodIp < ording to Agerton, canoe trips usually last the still water," H o four hours and involve a tour guide who rivers ^ w, their knowledge about the surrounding Carolina include Eno Iroup trips are taken by family and friends Wadboo Creek, Sparkl imber of reasons, including birthday parties Historic Rice Fields lool field trips. Participants are required ^3. Private cam a waiver of liability and watch a video md tri ^ $] toeing before &ey take a ttp. Three who have bee ese trips offer a brake from the routine of ^ it ay lifestyle," Adventure Carolina employee Xy to enioTthe si^ }rifBn said. "They're fun, especially with ^X^pwa^ jj-u i. i_; a j. x. n r Columbian Bill Noyes idditaon to canoe trips, Adventure Carolina f " people the chance to go on kayaking . & , ions. Classes are also offered for beginners \ a outdoor skills like hiking, rock climbing ^ Columbia native R yaking. According to Adventure Carolina 0 t13110, In 1995, ihe otat jinual festival fo( inaCalhwod Staff Writer Andean music from Colombia, Yo Martinez sang traditional N >lumbias Latin commumty came American songs, and Orque logether May 17 at Riverfront Innovacion provided Latin Ame 3ark for the annual "Fiesta dance music. Folklore dances Panama and Puerto Rico, Colon d the heat of the day and the popular dances from Colombi ng sun didn't stop hundreds of Fronteras, a Mariachi band an< from walking through the park Mambo Girls dning contemporary y the festivities. dances enchanted the crowd, lis fiesta provides a perfect nmntpH with colorful, traditional cl unity for the Latin community Onlookers took advantage < t the non-Latin community in festivities and began to dance < Uamlina," said Rebekah E. Bailey, music. Others found cool spots i ir of Community Outreach. shade to sit back and enjo; j fiesta began at 10 a.m. with entertainment. Some came pre] rade of festivals that exhibited with blankets and lawn chairs ;s of 21 Latin American countries, most seemed content with park be ghout the day entertainers or a grassy area away from the led various Latin dances including The festival didn't only suit nous Tango, Mambo, Flamenco with a love for music and fancy fool imbia. Vending booths displaying typical e music from several entertainers American merchandise filled the le air. Grupo Juglares performed throughout Riverfront Park. E16 Reviews of the latest movie and hottest be FTP. for ach r, these classes meet once round here grew up hiking :ker said. "They get other out kayaks and canoes for JtfljH tutdoor essentials can be > ishing equipment to justicrambled eggs and nacho jgg j also a large collection of ig, survival tips and the TCjttfljj acing nature. hese trips are so appealing ire getting back to nature 'ecker said. iters traveled by Adventure ree, Tyger, French Board, eberry Swamp, Ace Basin, ind some remote coastal cost around $25 elaxing afternoon," said after a canoe trip with his Adventure Carolina, located at lit ime." tores. They also sell outdoor equip st. Ifs a great adventure," obin Lee. 1 would definitely Carolina as the best camping store i Carolina. Adventure Carolina is a memt e recognized Adventure South Carolina Professional Paddl luses on Latin An landa Figurines, pictures, paintings, shirts, included pinata b: ative purses, belts, blankets, knives, toys and show and a foo jstra endless purchasing opportunities drew presentation, rican in large crowds. Some venders sold T- Along with all o: from shirts advertising "Fiesta Latina 1997." to do and see, the f tibian Many organizations set up stands to had a strong lure oi asm provide information on their lace artists pamte i The establishment. Latin American flag Latin Representatives of numerous and teddy bears, each associations varying from mobile phone The USC Tri lasses, companies to travel agencies distributed Carolina Departme if the flyers and information including bilingual on one of the main X) the and Spanish newspapers like Latino "America Goes Bai in the and El Excelsior. provided a doubley the As a family-oriented event, "Fiesta show including the pared Latina" sought to please varying of 1996. After the c 3, but interests. Art lovers walked through a everyone at the fe inches gallery displaying the works of various dance the Maceri ; sim. Latin artists of Columbia. Children, importance of sch those parents and grandparents all came to Hungry stomac tweak, enjoy the annual function. of the festivities. M Latin To allow children to partake in traditional Latii paths "Fiesta Latina," many attractioais formed prepared by restai a children's arena. The children's arena plates filled with ri inds u The canoe ly relaxing. Pe thinm other ih when they ao a Cass A Adventure Can rentu Wl JONATHAN )7 State Street, offers canoe trips ai ment and camping gear. n South Association and the National 1 >er of the Liveries and outfitters. Reser esports ^ ma^e by calling 803-796-4 lerican cul reaking, a puppet empanadas and p? d preparation also sold funnel ca hamburgers, fthe exciting things Finishing w 'ace painting booth "Orquestra Innovi n children. The two contest, "Fiesta Lat d everything from at8p.m. p, rainbows, clowns ?Fiesta Latina: , ,, c an opportunity fori ?.a he,?outl! to meet the Latin oa nt ofEducuhonput t0 South CaroUn stage events called A , =kto School." They Amencae and an e dutch jump roping outreach mgamsat national champions an ldeal occasl louble-dutch show, community to mtei istival gathered to Panamanian; sna, saluting the Ecuadorians, Mes ool and education, and many more La hs accompanied all to celebrate their p any booths supplied to share important f i American foods with others. Peoplt urants. People had hats displaying La ce and black beans, filled Riverfront P trine om> M>?1> ople get to see sople don't m these trips, gerton jlina Instructor re HIE SHARPE The Gamecock nd rafting adven^ssociation of Canoe nations for trips can :505. ture lella. Some stands kes, ice cream and ith music from acion" and a dance ina" came to an end " not only provided lie rest of Columbia mmunity, but thanks a Partners in the dliance of Hispanic ions, it also became _ a. t _?:_ uii iui tut; u<xtin act with each other, s, Puerto Ricans, deans, Dominicans itinos came together ride in "la raza" and actors of their culture ; wearing shirts and tina American flags ark.