Activities For Dogs In South Carolina On Rainy Days

South Carolina is a state made for the outdoorsy types. The weather is more often warm than not, the state is blessed with gorgeous natural beauty and there are more than enough ways to get out and find some adventure, whether you're a diehard hiker or just a beach bum. If the rain happens to dampen your ability to get out and enjoy, consider one of two options: going shopping to buy gear for your next non-rainy excursion or finding a way to compensate for it. Since most of the rain happens in summer, chances are it will still be tolerable enough to get out into the elements, barring any lightning that is (although other times of the year may allot for it as well). Regardless of what you're planning for, shopping for new gear will give you a few hours of dry entertainment and with any luck, will have you and your dog excited for your next trip instead of moping around in the house. It may not always be cheap, but it's certainly easy.

While we can't say fishing is always cheap, especially if you charter a vessel, it's certainly one of the more entertaining things primed for rainy days. Because the rainy surface of the water obscures light, fish are considerably more active since they feel safer, especially since rain also washes more bait into the water, ramping up their food-drive. You can go as cheap as finding a local fishing spot and standing in the rain or spending some cash to have someone take you to prime spots, with extra gear and tips to boot. It's not always easy and is best reserved for dogs who do well in boats and don't mind getting at least somewhat wet, but those that do usually have a grand ol' time watching (or helping) their human friends fish, meaning the pair of you will have hours of rainy day entertainment, all with the chance of bringing dinner home!

Many people forget that just because it rains, it doesn't mean you weren't likely to get wet anyway. There are plenty of adventurous and fun outdoor activities that would have you getting wet regardless, leaving the rain to just make it more consistent both in and out of the water. Sometimes, rainy days are the best way to take advantage of activities like running around or swimming at the beach, let alone canoeing, kayaking or stand-up paddle boarding, that is, as long as there's no lighting and the temperature is warm enough. Some places will reduce their rates and many others will have considerably fewer patrons waiting to participate, meaning fewer lines, more solitude and more space to play. Prices are generally cheap to moderate for those activities anyway and as long as your dog is already comfortable with the activity and being wet, it shouldn't be anything but easy.