A Place for the Water to Go

During Helene, natural floodplain restorations helped to store 1.25 billion gallons of water. These projects – and more to come – are making our landscape safer and more resilient.

Ecusta Trail Fundraising Effort Transitions to Friends of Ecusta Trail

The Ecusta Trail fundraising transitions to Friends of Ecusta Trail! Learn how you can help complete this 19-mile greenway in NC.

Bell Park Opens in Saluda

Discover the newest Henderson County park – Bell Park in Saluda, with 1.8 miles of walking trails and an observation deck by a waterfall.

Kings Bridge: Already Full of Life!

Our newest restoration, Kings Bridge in Mills River, was complete just in time to alleviate flooding from Helene.

Now, More Than Ever: A Personal Letter from Mattie Decker and Transfiguration Preserve

Discover the transformative power of nature. Explore our journey of rebuilding and renewal in the face of adversity.

Hurricane Helene Update: Trail Damage, Volunteer Needs, and Restoration Success Stories

We are assessing extensive damage to our trails and also finding some positive news from our restorations along the French Broad River.

Guided Bird Walk at Pleasant Grove

Join us for a guided bird walk at Pleasant Grove where we’ll be looking and listening for sparrows, blackbirds, and late warblers.

Planting Tomorrow’s Forests – Make a Will Month

Just as trees lay down roots to sustain future growth, August’s “Make-a-Will Month” encourages us to plant the seeds of our legacy.

Etowah Library Speaker Series – Owls of the Carolinas

Join us and learn about the several species of owls found in the Carolinas and the special characteristics that make them successful predators of the night!