Born Learning Trails

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Born Learning Trails

The Born Learning Trail is a series of 10 interactive signs that offer fun, active learning activities for young children and their families. It helps parents, caregivers and communities create quality engagement opportunities when out on a stroll or visiting a local playground. 

Download our flyers! (Flyer 1) (Flyer 2)

Born Learning Trail locations in Anderson County

  • Watson Park; 2005 Brookview Dr, Anderson
  • Westside Community Center; 1100 W Franklin St, Anderson
  • Bea Thompson Park; 525 W Market St, Anderson
  • South Main Chapel and Mercy Center; 2408 South Main St, Anderson
  • Anderson Civic Center Kid Venture; 3027 MLK Dr, Anderson
  • Equinox Park; 2400 Standridge Rd, Anderson
  • Flat Rock Elementary; 115 Thompson Rd, Anderson
  • Dogwood Park; 204 S Main St, Honea Path
  • Dolly Cooper Sports Complex;170 Spearman Cir, Powdersville
  • Elsie Evans Memorial Park; 204 W Jackson St, Iva
  • Starr Walking Trail Park; 1019 Bowie St, Starr
  • Mineral Springs Park; 121 West Main St, Williamston

Interested in having a Born Learning Trail in your community?

Signs are available in English and Spanish and translations can also be made to most other languages. The trail can be ordered as a kit and includes instructions, hardware, and reinforced full-color metal signs.  Building materials and muscle can be locally sourced – installation days make for great volunteer events. Signs include the option to have special messaging, including sponsor names, company logos, or other investor recognition.

Ideas for leading a Trail effort in your community:

  • Contact the United Way to express an interest.  
  • Volunteer to fundraise, organize volunteers, or otherwise assist the effort.
  • Promote the idea to other community groups – churches, early childhood education agencies, PTA groups.  
  • Seek sponsors or investors to underwrite the project.
  • Use neighborhood events to generate enthusiasm for a trail.
  • Inquire with employers or local municipalities for community improvement grants.

Contact Michelle@uwandsc.org or call 864-226-3438 for more information.