• 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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  • 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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2022 Virtual Hiking Challenge

150 Acres for Roan Mountain State Park

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Future Pisgah View State Park Update

Now Hiring! Preserve Manager

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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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Join Us for Hikes & Events!

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2022 Virtual Hiking Challenge

January 1, 2022 @ 8:00 am - March 1, 2022 @ 5:00 pm$25

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
From the mountains to the streams... Your contributions in the Give!Local campaign have raised $8,600 for land and water conservation in the Southern Appalachians so far! With just a few more weeks remaining in 2022, we are getting close to the $10,000 mark that SAHC Trustees have pledged to match. If you haven't already made your contribution, please donate today! Fun prizes and incentives await for folks who give through the MountainMountain Xpress Give!Local campaign — givelocalguide.org/nonprofits/southern-appalachian-highlands-conservancy/ ... See MoreSee Less

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