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Rudy Mancke Collection

Rudy Mancke, who passed away on Nov. 7 at the age of 78, became a beloved figure in South Carolina and beyond through his groundbreaking work as the host of the nationally distributed television show NatureScene and SC Public Radio’s NatureNotes. NatureScene, co-created with Beryl Dakers premiered in 1978 and continued for an impressive 25 years, gaining national recognition for its simple and innovative approach to exploring the natural world.

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Black Jack Oak | Cartwheel Bay (S.C.) Cartwheel Bay (S.C.) Stop 1 1

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Cartwheel Bay (S.C.) Stop 1
Episode 1
Longleaf Pine Forest - We see a recent controlled burning. Bracken and Cinnamon ferns grow here. We also see Hooded Pitcher Plants and Wild Indigo.
Black Jack Oak | Cartwheel Bay (S.C.) Cartwheel Bay (S.C.) Stop 3 3

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Cartwheel Bay (S.C.) Stop 3
Episode 3
Along the Road - NatureScenes hosts follow the road and come upon a Copperhead snake.
 Earth Day, Part 5 | Project Discovery 5

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Earth Day, Part 5 | Project Discovery
Episode 5
Rudy Mancke and a park ranger answer questions about the Congaree National Park from students during the original broadcast of the Project Discovery Earth Day special. (Part 5)