Land Purchased for Vast Nature Preserve Near Lake Lure
We just bought the last major piece in an epic conservation project next to Chimney Rock State Park! There are 38 miles of streams and 17 miles of trails in the works, so far.
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An Anchor for Trails Near Lake Lure
We just purchased property near Lake Lure as an anchor for future trails – helping to achieve our vision of the 100+ mile Hickory Nut Gorge State Trail!
Clearing the Path
Collaborative trail restoration in Hickory Nut Gorge. We cleared trees, navigated a slide, & planned reroutes. Read more about this exciting work day!
We Dwell in Possibility: Uncertain Times in the Hickory Nut Gorge
Reflecting on the aftermath of the September 2025 storm in Hickory Nut Gorge, Mattie Decker explores themes of resilience, community, and the “thin spaces” that connect us to the land and ourselves.
Springtime and New Life at Transfiguration Preserve
In 2016, the Sisters were able to create a Conservation Easement, allowing this pristine mountain and river land to forever remain a sanctuary.
RESCHEDULED: Volunteers ONLY outing at Laughing Waters Retreat Center and Hickory Nut Forest
VOLUNTEERS are invited to visit Laughing Waters Retreat Center and the Hickory Nut Forest Eco-community, one of Conserving Carolina’s conservation easement properties.
Volunteer Only Outing at Laughing Waters Retreat Center and Hickory Nut Forest
VOLUNTEERS are invited to visit Laughing Waters Retreat Center and the Hickory Nut Forest Eco-community, one of Conserving Carolina’s conservation easement properties.
Thousands of Protected Acres Will Link Two State Trails
On land once slated for development, we have now protected more than 2,200 acres. And we are working to protect even more, with plans to link two vast state trails.