September 24-27, 2026

100 Robert Castles Ln

Prosperity, SC

For the umteenth year in a row, sweeps from SC, NC, and around the southeast and beyond, will ‘gather’ on Lake Murray S.C to learn, share, and relax. ‘The Gathering’ has become an annual S.C. Chimney Sweep Guild event historically hosted by late SCCSG member, Herb Fulmer (Clean Sweep Chimney Sweep).  

Designed to follow in the wake of the famous ‘Connemara’ get-togethers in North Augusta, SC hosted by the late "Lucky Dale" Meisinger, these sweep gatherings were started in the mid 1980’s and went into this century even after his death. Sweeps would come from all over to trade sooty war stories, and to learn about new and advanced techniques in chimney maintenance and repair technology. 

Art Rollins of Clean Sweep Chimney Sweep of Prosperity is proudly carrying on the tradition of hosting this event in Herb Fulmer’s honor.  He is joined in hosting by Herb's family and Brad Smith, a long time Clean Sweep employee, who now owns Kickin' Ash Chimney Pros also based in Prosperity, SC.

 

 

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Please NOTE: 

Schedule of Events below

has been updated with some information

about 2026 happenings. 

More info will beposted as it is available.

 

WE WANT TO THANK

OUR 2025 EVENT COORDINATORS AND SPONSORS 

FOR THEIR GENEROUS CONTRIBUTIONS

OF TIME, ENERGY, AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT

OF THIS AMAZING OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN!

TO LEARN ABOUT OUR INDUSTRY

TO LEARN ABOUT OUR INDUSTRY FRIENDS

 

 

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PLEASE  go to  Facebook page

The Gathering - a Tradition Like No Other 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/500418496637041

 

Please EMAIL either of the following email addresses to let us know you will be coming, when you will be arriving and how many will be in your party.

blume357@bellsouth.net

renee@sweepstuff.com

 

 

THE GATHERING 2026

(This schedule is subject to change in regards to content and timing

at any point before or during the event.)

 

FEATURED EDUCATIONAL  EVENTS:

Chimney Fan Installation

Let's talk drafting & make-up air

SCDOR:  Sales and Use Tax

Poured Crown

.....and more to come

 

 

 

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We would like to thank the following companies

who are graciously participating in supporting

The Gathering in 2025

(and we look forward to showcasing our 2026 supporters!)

 

 

2025 SPONSORS

PLATINUM SPONSOR

New England

Chimney Supply

 

 GOLD SPONSORS

Lindemann Chimney Supply

Owens Chimney Covers

SaverSystems

Valor

 

SILVER SPONSORS

CCS Elite Fab

CUI

 

BRONZE SPONSOR

National Chimney Supply

 

 

STUMP SHOOT 457 MAGNUM SPONSOR

North Carolina Chimney Sweep Association

 

 

STUMP SHOOT LUGER SPONSOR

South Carolina Chimney Sweep Guild

 

 

PONTOON BOAT RIDE SPONSORS

CCS Elite Fab

BAC Fireside Group

 

 

MEMORIAL FIREWORKS NUCLEAR SPONSOR

South Carolina Chimney Sweep Guild

 

 

MEMORIAL FIREWORKS ATOMIC SPONSORS

Blaze King

Wilkening Fireplaces

 

 

DRINKS SPONSOR

CVC Success Group

If you would like to be a sponsor or donate to our Auction,

please reach out to Brad Smith, 

our Sponsorship Coordinator.

Call/Text:  803-944-4770

Email: kickinashchimneypros@gmail.com

 

 

These ‘Gatherings’ have always been an event any sweep wanting to expand their professional and personal awareness should attend. Not only do the planned seminars offer a sweep new and insightful venues but much can be learned by just hanging out with one’s peers. The late and still great sweep Pete Luter is quoted as saying it all, “ It don’t get any better than this.”
 

 

ACCOMMODATIONS

NEW for 2026:   

 "Recreational vehicles" (tow behind trailers and drivable RV's) allowed on the island is limited to our staff only. Any spaces available for RV will be used by staff.  Otherwise, only tent camping is available on the island.

A rather lengthy list of alternative accommodation possibilities nearby (from campsites to hotels and much in between) can be found here:

https://www.southcarolinachimneysweepguild.citymax.com/Accomodations.html

 

 Email renee@sweepstuff.com  with questions. We will do our best to find answers for  ya.

 

REGISTRATION

There is no cover charge/registration fee for this event, however, donations to help pay for the food expense can be made to the SCCSG and/or feel free to purchase liberally at our Annual Benefit Auction mentioned earlier.

Please go to the Facebook page and let us know you are coming

The Gathering - A Tradition Like No Other

https://www.facebook.com/groups/500418496637041

or email

Renee (renee@sweepstuff.com) or Blume (blume357@bellsouth.net)

and let them know  if you are planning to come, when you plan to arrive, and how many will be in your party so that we can get a bead on the head count for meals.

 

DIRECTIONS

GPS to 100 Robert Castles Lane, Prosperity, SC

 

Directions coming from South of Columbia, SC

• Merge onto I-26 W toward Spartanburg.
• Take the SC-773 exit, EXIT 82, toward Pomaria/Prosperity.
• Turn left onto SC Highway 773/SC-773.
• Turn right onto US Highway 76/US-76 W. Continue to follow US-76 W.
• Turn left onto Elm St.
• Turn right to stay on Elm St.
• Take the 2nd left onto Pearl St.
• Turn left to stay on McNeary St.
• Turn slight left onto Ira Kinard Rd.
• Ira Kinard Rd becomes Bonner Baxter Pl.
• Turn right onto Robert Castles Ln. Then, go all the way to end of Robert Castles Ln.  There may or may not be signs along the way.  

Directions coming from  Prosperity

• Turn at the light onto SC 391 (across from gas station and hardware store)
• Go straight thru 4-Way Stop
• Bear left onto Ira Kinard Rd.
• Ira Kinard Rd becomes Bonner Baxter Pl.
• Turn right onto Robert Castles Ln. Then, go all the way to end of Robert Castles Ln.  There may or may not be signs along the way.