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Season 1

  • S01E01 Lake Jocassee

    • January 21, 2021
    • PBS

    The enchanting peaks and serene basins of Lake Jocassee are unlike anything else in South Carolina! And they can best be seen… From the Sky! Fly over the 75,000-acre reservoir that is commonly known as the blue jewel of the Appalachian Mountains.

  • S01E02 Charleston Harbor

    • January 28, 2021
    • PBS

    Charleston Harbor is quite the spectacle when seen from the sky. This epicenter of trade is explored…From the Sky!

  • S01E03 Sassafras Mountain

    • February 4, 2021
    • PBS

    Towering over 3,500 feet, Sassafras Mountain is the highest point in South Carolina. That makes this the perfect place to view...From the Sky!

  • S01E04 City of Columbia

    • February 11, 2021
    • PBS

    The city of Columbia is not just at the geographical center of the state, it's also at the center of governmental and commercial activity. Affectionately known as Soda City, Columbia is well known for its dedication to the arts, rich history, and southern hospitality. Check out our state capital… From the Sky!

  • S01E05 Charleston Tea Garden

    • February 18, 2021
    • PBS

    With over 25,000 farms and four million acres farmland, agriculture is the driving force behind South Carolina’s economy and there’s one place in South Carolina that grows something so unique it’s found nowhere else in North America. Charleston Tea Garden is the only farm where tea is grown and manufactured for thousands of miles and it can best be seen… From the Sky!

  • S01E06 Highway 81

    • February 24, 2021
    • PBS

    There are over 41,000 miles of road in South Carolina. It’s these vessels of transportation where you find some of the most delightful sights. It’s time to strap in as we hit the road and explore scenic Highway 81... From the Sky!

  • S01E07 Ruins

    • March 4, 2021
    • PBS

    There are countless abandoned buildings and relics scattered across South Carolina. Some, however, offer more than just a glimpse into the past. Accounts of strange phenomena have forever been associated with certain places across the state. Now, these mysterious ruins will be investigated… From the Sky!

  • S01E08 Brookgreen Gardens

    • March 11, 2021
    • PBS

    Near the northern coastline of South Carolina, just south of Murrells Inlet is an outdoor sanctuary that is like no place else in the world. Brookgreen Gardens is affectionately called the Floral Jewel of the coast. The garden is a blend of exquisite art and beautiful nature that can now be viewed… From the Sky!

  • S01E09 Sandhills

    • March 18, 2021
    • PBS

    Formed over a hundred million years ago, the Sandhills are the result of prehistoric oceans that receded during the ice age. What was once a shoreline a millennia ago, this area now has a very distinct and flourishing ecosystem that offers a one-of-a-kind view… From the Sky!

  • S01E10 Hunting Island

    • March 25, 2021
    • PBS

    On the southern tip of South Carolina lies one of the most unique ecosystems with diverse wildlife and a variety of landscapes. Peaceful Beaches, swampy marshlands, and coastal forests stretch across the state’s 187 miles of coastline. The quintessence of which is (none other than?) Hunting Island, now seen... From the Sky!

Season 2

  • S02E01 South Carolina at Night

    • January 13, 2022
    • PBS

    From the Sky has featured some of the most striking landscapes and vantage points in South Carolina. But what if this was only half of the picture? When the sun sets on the palmetto state, an entirely new world is unveiled in a dazzling spectacle. Now, it’s time to see the other half of the picture and travel from city to coast, shedding a new light on South Carolina… From the Sky!

  • S02E02 Table Rock

    • January 20, 2022
    • PBS

    The aged peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains stretch down far enough to encompass a small region of our state. One distinctly shaped mountain has caught the eye of natives and travelers throughout time. This is Table Rock Mountain… From the Sky!

  • S02E03 Swamps

    • January 27, 2022
    • PBS

    There are few other habitats in South Carolina that are as vital and abundant as the wetlands. With a total of 4.6 million acres, the wetlands cover approximately 24% of the surface area of the state. One of the most valuable ecosystems belonging to this group are South Carolina's swamps. Now it's time to see it... From the Sky!

  • S02E04 Gullah

    • February 3, 2022
    • PBS

    When you look at the scenery of South Carolina’s lowcountry, it’s hard not to admire its beauty and wildlife. Even more difficult, is to know that these peaceful shores were once the epicenter for the greatest atrocity to ever take place on American soil… the transatlantic slave trade. This is their story told... From the Sky!

  • S02E05 Southern Campaign

    • February 10, 2022
    • PBS

    The American Revolutionary War is arguably the most significant conflict in United States history. With over 200 battles, no other state saw as much combat as South Carolina. This theater of war, known as the Southern Campaign, is full of not just glorious battles but of heroic deeds and tales that have been passed down from generation to generation. This is that story told… From the Sky!

  • S02E06 Lake Murray

    • February 17, 2022
    • PBS

    Lake Murray is a 50,000-acre reservoir with roughly 650 miles of sparkling shoreline. Fed by the Saluda River, the lake isn’t just a recreational attraction for locals, but also serves as an essential power station providing 245 million kilowatts of hydroelectricity to the entire midlands region each year.

  • S02E07 SC's Most Haunted

    • February 24, 2022
    • PBS

    There's a plethora of stories revolving around the world of the unknown in South Carolina. From the ghost pirates of Charleston to the lizard man of the swamps, this state has been the perfect place for these legends and mysterious tales to take root and grow in chilling detail. Now, it’s time to discover some of South Carolina’s most haunted places… From the Sky!

  • S02E08 Railroads

    • March 3, 2022
    • PBS

    Though the golden age of the railways has long past, we’ll see just how important they were and the significance they still hold today… From the Sky!

  • S02E09 Greenville

    • March 10, 2022
    • PBS

    Located halfway between Atlanta and Charlotte in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Greenville is one of the most rapidly developing cities in South Carolina. Let’s check out all of what Greenville has in store… From the Sky!

  • S02E10 Daufuskie Island

    • March 17, 2022
    • PBS

    With its landscape seemingly frozen in time, and its history going back thousands of years, Daufuskie Island is regarded as one of South Carolina's most enchanting and unique islands. Now, it’s time to take a look at it… From the Sky!