Healing Springs, Blackville, SC

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Description

Several spouts. Well kept. This document from the SC Dept. of Natural Resources has some interesting information about it: http://www.dnr.sc.gov/lwc/pubs/pdfs/scspringslettersize.pdf

Nearest Address

Healing Springs Ct., Blackville, SC

Directions from Nearest Address

I had no trouble finding it by searching for ‘healing springs, blackville, SC’ in google maps. From highway SC-3, turn east on Healing Springs Rd., then turn right after a block or so on to Healing Springs Ct. There’s a church on the corner, which I think maintains the spring. Parking is easy, and right next to the springs.

Vital Information

  • Fee: No Fee
  • Access: Public
  • Flow: Continuous
  • TDS: 128
  • Temp: 66° F
  • pH: 7.7

Hours Spring is Open:

Unknown

GPS:

N/A

Map Link: Healing Springs Map

Submitted by: T. Chamberlain

Responses

    1. Type your comment here.jhf born in denmark sc a few miles from the spring took 60yrs to go to it WOW what I was missing the water is unbelivable as of 11sept 2011 the flow is very slow one well up with three dripping and one with a slow run it took some time to fill four 12oz soda bottles but the wait was well worth in. now live in jax nc you can count on me at the spring every time I go home

  1. I visited this spring today. I live in Savannah, Ga, so it was a 2 and a half hour drive- unfortunately on frightening bumpy roads coming out Savannah into SC (some SC tax dollars need to be spent on fixing Hwy 321)! Anyway, about the spring. It was awesome! There were many spouts to collect water, so even with a few people there, everyone could quickly fill up their bottles. The site says the TDS is 128, but I got 84 ppm. It’s crystal clear and quenches your thirst 🙂 The vibe at the site is really nice too.

  2. Yesterday I drove up to this beautiful spring in Blackville, SC, from Charleston.  There are about 10 spigots of clear, fresh, cool, clean water, making it easy to fill your containers.  When I arrived, there were two women there (mother — 60s, daughter 40s) who told me they’d been coming to the spring for 25 years, drinking straight from the source.  No filtering, no tampering, just as it is.  They looked healthy and happy, and so am I with my new source of fresh spring water.

  3. I’m about an hour away in Lexington, and since I’ve found this place i keep going back to fill about 30 gallon-sized jugs.  Even my youngest hates to drink tap water when it’s time to go for refills.  It’s funny, but before i leave there i fill up my glass drinking jar and the first few swallows of this amazing water give me a slight brain buzz.  It’s like it’s electified. One time i went i wasn’t feeling particularly well and after drinking some on the way home i perked right up and felt fine. The taste is great…the best I’ve ever had.  Thank you to whoever takes care of this place and keeps it available to everyone.

  4. This place is awesome!! This is easily the best water I have ever tasted. It makes evrything taste better. My coffee, tea and anything that I need to use water for including drinking, is enhanced by this water. No more tap water for me.

  5. I have have visited Healing Springs a few times and the water is the best I have tasted. I know the water is healing. Its as if the water is cleansing you internally as you drink. Its is worth the trip. We live 3 hrs by car from Healing Springs, SC. The location it very tranquil and refreshing.

  6. this is a very historical little place, and, like a slice of heaven here on earth. it's worth the ride if you are 'thinking' on it. you'll remember it forever. living close to there makes it an even more rewarding journey. people come from long distances with jugs and bottles to fill from these springs. the history of the healing powers is 'out there' for the reading, and, the land, literally, is deeded to God. 🙂 Thank you, RIP, and, God love you, Butch Arnette for sharing it with me some years ago.

  7. I recently went to Healing Springs and loved it. The drive there is beautiful with budding cotton fields, groves of trees and local produce stands. Just the experience of getting there puts you in a space to appreciate and receive the gentle water from the springs.

    I am so glad I found this site and got to experience what real…true water feels like inside and out. I don't know if this makes sense but it's feels almost as if what comes out of the tap is coca-cola instead of water when compared to spring water. It feels that different.

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How to Collect Spring Water

Drinking pure spring water is one of the most important things we can do for our health. Our bodies are over 99% water at the molecular level, so water affects every aspect of our biology. Yet, not all water is created equal. Almost all the bottled spring water available is pasteurized for shelf stability, which neutralizes many of the powerful health benefits such as increased hydrogen, healthy probiotics, and crystalline structure. For more about why unprocessed spring water is the best water to drink, read this.

The best way to guarantee you are getting real unprocessed spring water is to collect it yourself. This is a short and simple guide filled with information about how to gather spring water. We will cover how to find a spring, how to collect the water, how to honor the spring, how to store the water properly and other tips.

FindASpring.org is the best resource for locating a spring near you. However, not all springs are on the map. First, check the map to see if there is a spring in your local area. If there is, look at the reviews and comments. Has anyone shared helpful information about flow rate or posted a water test result? Is the spring in a pristine area? Do a bit of research and make sure the spring is safe to drink from. If you have any doubt about the purity, don’t risk it and get a water test, HERE. If you don’t see a spring on the map in your area, there still might be some that aren’t listed yet. First, ask the older generation who have lived in your area a long time if they know. You can also ask people in your community who might already get spring water such as people at a health food store or at a farmers market. Another great option is to view A US forest service map, where many springs have been marked. You can view these maps through the Gaia GPS or All Trails hiking apps on your phone. The map overlay you want is USGS Topo. Not all are easily accessible or ideal for drinking, but some are and it can be a fun adventure to find them. We have found over half a dozen great springs this way.

Once you’ve found your spring, figure out how you are going to gather the water. Is it right on the side of the road and easy to access or do you have to hike to it? We recommend storing spring water in glass instead of plastic to preserve the purity of the water. It is better for the environment, your body, and the water. Even BPA free plastic has toxic chemicals that can leach into water and cause health issues. If you do want to use plastic for safety reasons when filling at the spring, we recommend transferring the water to glass as soon as possible. FindASpring is sponsored by Alive Waters, which offers beautiful reusable glass. They have a 2.5 gallon option, which is a convenient size for carrying that isn’t too heavy. They also sell handles that you can use to transport the jugs even more easily. If you have to hike to access the spring, we recommend putting the water jugs into an extra large backpack to hike the water out with ease. We use Osprey packs that hold 2 jugs each. You can also use a wheelbarrow or even a stroller depending on how easy a walk it is.

Filling 2.5 Gallon Alive Waters Jug

When you get to the spring, remember to first give back before you take. Springs are considered sacred in indigenous cultures around the world for their life giving water and also as a connection to the inner earth. A powerful and simple way to give back is to clean up. Is there any trash that needs to be collected? Could you move any dead leaves or sticks to improve the flow rate? Show up in service. Some other wonderful ways to give is with a moment of expressing verbal gratitude, singing songs to the water, offering the water an ethically sourced crystal, a feather, or some other physical gift. Flowers are a popular and beautiful thing to offer, but please be careful to source organic ones as most flowers from the store are sprayed with pesticides and can be toxic to put near a spring. Also, flowers can attract bugs as they decay, so it can be best to offer them to the flowing water directly or a little downstream from the spring head.

When gathering the water, fill the jug as close to the spring head as possible, never gather downstream. Be very careful as wet glass is extremely slippery. Make sure the lid is securely fastened. When transporting the spring water home, the jugs can sometimes slide around the car. Secure them in place or wrap them with towels or something so they don’t crash into each other.

How you store your spring water is essential. It is not pasteurized like spring water from the store, so it will start growing algae if left in direct sunlight. This is good because it means it’s alive! If the water you drink can’t even support the most basic life forms, how do you think it will support your body? Store your water in a cool, dark place such as a dark corner, pantry or closet. The fridge is ideal if you have room. Some people prefer to filter their water through a Berkey filter before drinking, but if the spring is pure, it’s not necessary. We drink our spring water completely unfiltered.

How long the water stays good for depends on how cold a temperature it’s stored at. Spring water is best fresh. We personally do not prefer to drink spring water past 2 weeks old. However, we know other people that will drink it at a month old. It’s great to get in a rhythm where you know how long the water lasts you and put your collection day on the calendar in advance.

I believe that water is calling us to reconnect with her in the deepest way, to gather our own water. Just like our ancestors did. Our ancestors didn’t have fancy water machines. They also didn’t create villages or settle where there was no water. Water was revered as the center of the community and the nodal point around which life could spiral out and take root.

Here’s to restoring the sacred connection with the waters of life.

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