The Marines will soon close these waterways near Parris Island for live-fire training
Boaters in the Parris Island area might hear gunfire next week, and might find some of their typical waterways closed to traffic, according to a Marine Corps news release.
Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island will conduct “extended live-fire training” beginning 6:30 a.m. Monday, Sept. 24, and concluding around 2 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 26, the release, sent Monday afternoon, said.
During the training, the marsh and waterways in the following “impact area” will be closed to boater traffic:
- Archers Creek
- Ribbon Creek
- Edding Creek
For more information about firing times and waterway closures, boaters can contact Weapons and Field Training Battalion Range Control at 843-228-3170.
