Why We Close Trails: Freeze-Thaw

For those of us who love hiking, the winter can be a challenging time for outdoor conditions to lend itself to an enjoyable outing. The...

Dog Hikers: Respect the Trail and Follow the Rules

At Conserving Carolina, we love our dogs. But we’re having some real problems with dogs on our trails and we need your help! If you...

Norman Wilder Forest’s New Trail Sign

Artist Vicki Van Vynckt pictured with the new trailhead sign. Look for it on Hwy. 176 between Saluda and Tryon. Norman Wilder Forest used to...

Spring Hiking Series Begins March 6

Join us for seven hikes to some of the most beautiful places in Western North Carolina, guided by expert naturalist Pam Torlina.

Hikers and Advocates

What do these 7 Hiking Challenge participants have in common? They all love hiking. And they’re all passionate advocates for the outdoors, in their own ways.

New Hiking Challenge Launched

Hiking Challenge 5 is here! Hike to eight great places on land that Conserving Carolina helped protect and earn your white squirrel patch.

Join Us for the Fall Hiking Series

We’re offering five free hikes this fall, guided by expert naturalist Pam Torlina. We’ll be visiting some of WNC’s most gorgeous places!

Black Balsam Hike | September 28

Join Conserving Carolina on Friday, September 28, for a 4-mile, moderate, loop hike in the Black Balsam Mountains in Pisgah National Forest. Conserving Carolina’s southeast...