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.

From the Field: Bluebird Trail

By Pam Torlina, Southeast Stewardship Manager Information gathered through the NC Bird Atlas will provide data that will help state wildlife officials, land managers, and conservation...

Major Grant Will Support Saluda Grade Trail in NC

Saluda Grade Trail through Tryon – by Jim Kelly with Palmetto Trail The Polk County Community Foundation has pledged a $250,000 grant toward the Saluda...

Nonprofits Seek to Buy Saluda Grade for Rail Trail

Conserving Carolina and our partners are working to purchase the historic 31-mile Saluda Grade railroad for a new rail trail!

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.

Project Renewal

Polk County students are planning the future of natural areas near schools, including Laughter Pond and Little White Oak Mountain.

Grow It Forward

A Polk County program teaching students to make connections with nature and people Over at Polk County Middle School, sixth-grade science teacher Andrea Hill has...

Winter Lady Slipper Award Winner

Congratulations to Ted Altman, our Winter Lady Slipper Award recipient! When Ted moved back to Tryon, he rediscovered his passion for hiking. Specifically, Ted is...