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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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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Stories of the Land
Chestnut Mountain – 448 acres for habitat, clean water, outdoor recreation.

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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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Stories of the Land
Gutches Creek, 135 acres protected in the Highlands of Roan – For YOU. 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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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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Bowditch Bottoms – 87 Acres

Chestnut Mountain – 448 Acres

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Public Notice – Accreditation Renewal

The land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy is pleased to announce it is applying for renewal of accreditation. A public comment period is now open.

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Help Us Save the Places You Love!

Your gift today helps us protect mountain views, pristine streams, wildlife habitat & local farmland. Whether you’re renewing your commitment or new to our family, we thank you for taking action to save our mountain treasures.

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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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This summer, SAHC conserved the 448-acre Chestnut Mountain tract outside of Canton, largely because it sits in an important wildlife corridor, and oh boy, the wildlife! Our stewardship staff captured these photos during a single morning last week - they saw over one mile of black bear tracks, five box turtles, salamanders, deer, grouse, and blooming rhododendron. ... See MoreSee Less

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Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy

5 days ago

Check out these summer family activities shared by Land Trust Alliance, including a mention of SAHC! ... See MoreSee Less

Try These Fun And Free Family Outdoor Activities In Your State

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Families looking for fun and free outdoor activities (while social distancing) this summer have a new resource to explore!

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