World of Energy to Host Sixth Annual Outdoor Family Adventure

Duke Energy continues the tradition of celebrating National Hunting and Fishing Day by hosting the sixth annual Outdoor Family Adventure on Saturday, Sept. 29 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the World of Energy.

The event combines hunting, fishing, fun and family by offering a free opportunity for all ages to safely learn about recreational opportunities available in upstate S.C. Numerous interactive activities provide visitors a chance to experience a wide variety of outdoor options all at the same time and place.

Partners for the event include the SC Department of Natural Resources, Calm Water Kayak Tours, Upstate Forever, Trout Unlimited, The Weatherby Foundation, Clemson Extension, Harry Hampton Memorial Wildlife Fund, SC 4-H Shooting Sports and Outdoor Adventure.

“Upstate National Hunting and Fishing Day is a great event for families, friends and the community to enjoy the outdoors together,” said Sandra Magee, a Duke Energy Spokesperson. “The Upstate has a wealth of recreational opportunities, and it is wonderful to provide an outlet where all ages can come together to explore the options.”

Guests will be able to participate in kayaking, archery and air rifle shooting, playing hide and seek camouflage games, fishing a well stocked cove, testing their skills on a fishing simulator and learning more about boating and hunting safety. Experts will be on site to instruct fly tying and casting and showcase local, wildlife critters.

“This event not only allows visitors to have fun, but it also gives them a tremendous amount of knowledge as well,” said Tom Swayngham of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources. “By teaching visitors to safely enjoy the outdoor resources available to them, we hope to create life-long hobbies they can participate in for years to come.”

Visitors may bring their own lunches, or purchase hotdogs from an onsite concessionaire. A free parking shuttle will be available from the Oconee Nuclear Station parking area off of Hwy 130.

For more information call the World of Energy at 1-800-777-1004 or visit www.duke-energy.com/worldofenergy

Duke Energy Carolinas owns nuclear, coal-fired, natural gas and hydroelectric generation. That diverse fuel mix provides approximately 19,500 megawatts of owned electric capacity to approximately 2.4 million customers in a 24,000-square-mile service area of North Carolina and South Carolina.

Duke Energy is the largest electric power holding company in the United States with more than $100 billion in total assets. Its regulated utility operations serve approximately 7.1 million electric customers located in six states in the Southeast and Midwest. Its commercial power and international business segments own and operate diverse power generation assets in North America and Latin America, including a growing portfolio of renewable energy assets in the United States.

Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Duke Energy is a Fortune 250 company traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol DUK. More information about the company is available at: www.duke-energy.com.