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 more than 45,000 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!

Virtual Conservation Celebration—Aug. 25

Join us on Tuesday, Aug. 25 for a virtual Conservation Celebration, with inspiring stories, a great keynote, auction items, a raffle drawing, and more!

DuPont State Recreational Forest Expands

There’s now another 717 acres in DuPont State Recreational Forest, with clear trout streams, rare wildflowers and important wildlife habitat. This land connects DuPont to a vast conservation corridor. Get a birds eye view!

Harmony Around The Campfire

Black Folks Camp Too founder Earl Hunter says, “I had the grandiose idea that… the campfire could be this piece that brings a whole entire country together.”

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Making a Real Difference

45,716

Total Acres Conserved in Western NC and Upstate SC

Total Miles of Trails Developed

7,108

Hours Donated by Volunteers in 2019

Upcoming Events

Sep28

Protect the Places You Love

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Your gift of $35 protects places that inspire people. Plus, you get perks.

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Support the Mills River Valley Trail

Every dollar you donate for this greenway is multiplied by 5!