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Ambitious Trail Vision: 130 Miles in Hickory Nut Gorge

Ready for a big idea? How about a 130-mile state trail system in the Hickory Nut Gorge?

Weed Patch Mountain Trail Wins National Award

Weed Patch Mountain Trail has been recognized as one of the best new trails in the nation! Conserving Carolina is honored to earn this national trail achievement award for two years running.

A Giving Garden

Delaney Cullen wanted to start a garden at her library—the Mountains Branch Library near Lake Lure. But she was only five. How was a little kid going to do that?

Conserving Carolina Has Protected Over 45,000 Acres

We’ve reached a new milestone: over 45,000 acres protected! See a new map of protected lands, learn how much is protected where you live, and check out the conservation highlights from last year.

“Don’t your senses feel sharper?” Mattie asks, as snow crystals sparkle. An Episcopal oblate and Zen meditator who lives in Bat Cave, Mattie may soon lead forest bathing experiences for Conserving Carolina.

Holiday Brunch

Please join us for a festive afternoon at the home of Bob and Babs Strickland, and enjoy a delicious brunch in the foothills of Mill Spring. Proceeds benefit conservation across our service area.

Weed Patch Mountain Trail Opens for Hikers, Bikers, Climbers

The Weed Patch Mountain Trail provides the first public access to Eagle Rock in Chimney Rock State Park, which offers this view of Rumbling Bald....

Youngs Mountain Summit Protected

Mountain Offers Panoramic Views, Rare Habitat, and Old Growth Forest There’s a new link in a chain of protected lands around Lake Lure. Conserving Carolina...