Places that Change Lives

We protect wonderful places for nature and people! We have helped to protect over 51,000 acres—from the waterfalls of DuPont State Forest, to the rock faces of Hickory Nut Gorge, to the farms and rivers that provide us with food and water. These places have the power to change lives. Whether you're a passionate hiker or mountain biker, a retiree looking for ways to give back to the community, or a parent who wants your child to experience the wonders of nature, we invite you to explore these special places and get involved with Conserving Carolina. Become a member, come to an event, or volunteer!

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51,000

Total Acres Conserved in Western NC and Upstate SC

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40

Total Miles of Trails Developed

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2,309

Hours Donated by Volunteers Last Year

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Upcoming Events

Mar12

Foothills Equestrian Nature Center (FENCE) Invasive Plant Management

Join us to manage non-native and invasive plants on this community greenspace!

Mar12

Green Drinks: Microplastics – What are they, what are they doing to us, and what can we do about them?

Microplastics are all around us. Discover what they are, how they impact our health, and what we can do to reduce their presence in our lives and environment.

Mar13

North Pacolet River Clean-Up Event near Tryon

We hope you will join us for a riverside litter sweep along the North Pacolet River! The goal is to remove litter left behind by receding Hurricane Helene floodwaters. We

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