Unlimited is the world leader in wet- lands and waterfowl conservation. What began as a small winter
diversion in 1983 is now one of the largest events in South Carolina. Wildlife painters, carvers and sculp- tors from all over the country and around the world travel to Charles- ton to showcase their artistry at one of two local hotels: Charleston Place and Te Mills House. Te 2011 featured artist, Eldridge Hardie of Boulder, Colorado, is making his first visit to SEWE. He is among the most accomplished and skilled sport- ing artists of the contemporary era, according to Sporting Classics Senior Editor Tom Davis. “We expect his work to be very
well received,” Slane said, stating the obvious. “Te
traditional animal and sporting art will be well-rep- resented,” she added. “We have been
diligently working in the last few years to add new artists, modern interpretations of wildlife- inspired subjects and more botanicals and landscapes. Te range of work represented by all of the artists is very broad in terms of subjects, medium, style and price.” Tere’s more to see at SEWE be-
sides art. For the fourth year, the ever- popular DockDogs will be on hand to thrill and amaze. Dogs of various breeds and many skill levels will par- ticipate in various water jumping com- petitions in and above a 25,000-gallon tank at Brittlebank Park. Another fan favorite is the team
from the Center for Birds of Prey, located in nearby Awendaw, South
Carolina. As usual, they’ll be in Marion Square with their awe-inspir- ing flight demonstrations and lots of interesting information about these majestic birds and their role in our ecosystem. Meanwhile, at the Gaillard Audi-
torium, Jim and Jamie Dutcher will be back for an encore presentation of their Living With Wolves Experi- ence. In addition, the Busch Wildlife Sanctuary team will return with their entertaining and educational live animal shows.
A wildly popular event from last
year, in conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Agriculture’s Fresh on the Menu and Certified South Carolina programs, also will be back. Some of the Lowcountry’s finest chefs will delight audiences with cooking demonstra- tions using locally grown products, and vendors who grow and make these prod- ucts will be
on hand to talk about their offerings and provide samples. “One of the best things about attending SEWE is that it is held in gorgeous Charleston, South Caro- lina,” Slane commented. “In addi- tion to taking part in SEWE events, attendees are able to soak up the city’s history and charm, see beauti- ful water views and shop high-end boutiques and funky little stores in the Market. And they’ll be able to eat in some of the country’s finest restaurants.”
To learn more about the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition, visit
www.sewe. com or call (843) 723-1748.
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SIDEBAR TICKET PRICES: General admission tickets for Friday or Saturday are $20, while it will cost $10 to attend on Sunday. Three-day passes are available for $40. Children 10 and under are admitted free of charge.
VIP PACKAGES: Functions include the Opening Reception, which takes place Feb. 16 at the Mills House Hotel; the black tie Gala and Auction on Feb. 17 at Charleston Place; and the SEWE Soiree on Feb. 19 at the Charleston Visitors Center.
TOTAL ECONOMIC IMPACT ON THE CHARLESTON REGION: $67 million
2011 FEATURED ARTIST: Eldridge Hardie
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