Horse Farm with Equestrian Trail Protected
A protected horse farm near Tryon offers prime agricultural soils, creeks and wildlife habitat, and scenic surroundings for an equestrian trail.
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Forest Near Pearson’s Falls Protected
When Bob Tobey and Donna Martin were looking for land, their vision was not only to create a home for themselves, but also to protect some land that they felt was special. They recently conserved forests and creeks upstream of Pearson’s Falls.
From Gun Range to Conservation Land
76 acres of new public land were just added to the Green River Game Lands! And there’s more. Neighbors who started by fighting a gun range are now working together to protect 300 acres.
Growing Better
Rafael Bravo grew up farming in Venezuela and he had a dream to farm when he retired. He’s living that dream at a newly protected farm in Polk County, where regenerative practices are bringing new life to the land.
Two Local Farms Protected
Two local farms are now protected forever with conservation easements, saving their productive farmland and scenic beauty for future generations.
Nearly 700 Acres of Brevard Watershed Protected
Nearly 700 acres of pristine forest land in the watershed that provides the City of Brevard’s water supply is now protected forever.
Deep Roots in a Family Forest
Elaine Friebele and her family are restoring the health of a forest in Fairview that has been in their family for generations. Here’s how they transformed it from a white pine monoculture to a certified sustainable working forest.
Historic Cattle Farm on French Broad River Protected
A historic cattle farm in Mills River has been permanently protected, preserving high quality farmland for future generations. This conservation project will also improve water quality in the French Broad River.
87 Acres on French Broad River Protected
An 87-acre former sod farm on the French Broad River in Mills River could be the site of a new floodplain restoration, similar to the nearby Mouth of Mud Creek restoration. There’s also potential for public river access.