Two Local Farms Protected
Two local farms are now protected forever with conservation easements, saving their productive farmland and scenic beauty for future generations.
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Volunteer Workday at Carolina Memorial Sanctuary / Barkwells Easement
Come join us for a volunteer workday removing non-native invasive species at Carolina Memorial Sanctuary and the Barkwells Easement!
Volunteer Workday at Carolina Memorial Sanctuary / Barkwells Easement
Come join us for a volunteer workday removing non-native invasive species at Carolina Memorial Sanctuary and the Barkwells Easement!
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.
A Dream of Rivers
Woody Platt of the Steep Canyon Rangers is working with his neighbors to restore the East Fork of the French Broad River.
Saving Our Rare and Beautiful Mountain Bogs
A Southern Appalachian Purple Pitcher Plant waits for prey to fall into its pitcher among the Sphagnum Moss. Mountain bogs contain some of the rarest...
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