Also, it is illegal to intentionally feed black bears in South Carolina. Camping: Keep a clean camp at all times and keep tents and sleeping bags free from food if you want to avoid attracting a bear.

A state park in Swansboro continues to recover after Hurricane Florence. Efforts to travel to Bear Island have become limited after docks at Hammocks Beach State Park were destroyed from the storm.

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Additional opportunities have been added for hunters in South Carolina this bear season. This portion of Game Zone 2 will open for still hunting only (no dogs) on Oct. 17, and ...

The other 20% includes insects and meat.Adult black bears typically weigh 180 to 350 pounds. The largest male bear on record in South Carolina weighed 594 pounds.

The Brief. A mother bear and her cubs helped themselves to a bird feeder while taking over a South Carolina deck. Video captured by the homeowner showed the mom and her cubs feasting on bird seeds.

Also, it is illegal to intentionally feed black bears in South Carolina. Camping: Keep a clean camp at all times and keep tents and sleeping bags free from food if you want to avoid attracting a bear.