• Protecting the Mountains of NC and TN

    Since 1974, we have conserved more than 75,000 acres of the Southern Appalachians for present and future generations.

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  • Conservation Connects Us

    These mountains are simply extraordinary – and they are in jeopardy. Your gift today is an investment in our collective future.

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  • Stories of the Land

    Read more about the remarkable farms, forests, mountains and streams conservationists like you have helped protect.

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  • Create a Lasting Legacy

    Have you considered including SAHC in your estate planning? By including SAHC in your will, you can help build the long-term financial strength of SAHC and continue protecting the places you love, forever.

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  • Our Community Farm

    An innovative model of productive agriculture, environmental health, and access for beginning farmers.

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  • Weddings at our Community Farm

    Each event leaves a ripple of positive impact on local communities and the future of conserved lands across Western North Carolina and East Tennessee.

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  • Give Monthly to Support Conservation All Year Round

    Your generous monthly gifts make conservation possible all year long! This is an easy way to show your love for our mountains, streams, and farms.

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Protecting Our Mountains

Since 1974, we have conserved more than 75,000 acres of the of the Southern Appalachians for present and future generations.

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SAHC conserves unique plant and animal habitat, clean water, farmland, scenic beauty, and places for people to enjoy outdoor recreation in the mountains of Tennessee and North Carolina.

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Open area and forested crest on Roan Mountain Gateway, conserved land

Roan Mountain Gateway

Cataloochee Gateway

Cataloochee Gateway Conservation

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SAHC Video Library

Check out our ever-expanding library of video content – including informative Lunch n’ Learn presentations, virtual hikes, youth education, and relaxing moments in nature.

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Earth Month 2021

As part of the WNC for the Planet coalition, SAHC is celebrating Earth Day all month long in April – as we come together to act locally and think globally. This year, celebrate with us by playing Earth Month BINGO!

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PROTECT

We protect mountains, productive farmland, clean water sources, and places people love to explore.

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STEWARD

To ensure these lands remain protected, we responsibly steward conservation properties.

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CONNECT

The best way to experience conservation is on the ground! Join us for a hike or workshop.

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Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy

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Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy
View from the forest floor! Our Stew Crew is out and about today, monitoring conserved land to ensure it remains protected for posterity. Land stewardship is a key component of long-term conservation success. Check out these lovely #spring blooms they spotted growing in their #outdooroffice ! Dutchman's Breeches and Larkspur. #conservation #springflowers #spring2021 #EarthMonth2021 ... See MoreSee Less

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