Conserving Carolina | Land Trust Serving Western NC and Upstate SC

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!

Deep Roots in Beauty

Hendersonville artist protects 62 acres by the Green River Game Lands. Karen-Eve Bayne grew up in a close-knit community in the mountains near Zirconia, on a small farm...

Fairview Community Forest Opens

The first phase of trails in Fairview Community Forest are now open for hiking and biking. These are the first three miles of trails in a planned 11-mile trail network.

From the Black Forest to the Green River

Christel Walter’s love of forests goes back to her roots growing up near the Black Forest in Germany. She just donated a conservation easement beside the Green River—and she is helping to bring this land back after the devastation of Helene.

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Making a Real Difference

51,000

Total Acres Conserved in Western NC and Upstate SC

Total Miles of Trails Developed

2,309

Hours Donated by Volunteers Last Year

Upcoming Events

Apr01

Rock Crushers

Join the Rock Crushers on Conserving Carolina trails in the Hickory Nut Gorge in trail building and maintenance including digging trail tread/surface, removing vegetation, moving rocks, swinging sharp tools, having

Apr02

Native Plant Garden Team

Do you have an interest in native plants? Join us Thursdays from 1pm – 3pm at Ironwood Square, 847 Case Street in Hendersonville, home of the Conserving Carolina office. Over

Apr06

Kudzu Warriors

Join the Conserving Carolina “Kudzu Warriors” as they continue the fight against Kudzu, a non-native and invasive vine, at the Conserving Carolina owned Norman Wilder Forest off of Highway 176.

Protect the Places You Love

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