North McDaris Ridge
As a clay and cork artist, Kathy Triplett finds inspiration and source materials within the natural world. Her studio space melds her excitement about exploration and creativity with the setting […]
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Smith Branch – 103 Acres Adjoining Roan Mountain State Park
Roan Mountain State Park is slated to get a bit bigger, thanks to Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy’s ongoing conservation work. SAHC recently closed on the purchase of a 103-acre property […]
2026 Summer Interns
Welcome to our talented and energetic team of young conservationists! This summer, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy is hosting interns from high school, college, and graduate programs – as well as […]
Year of the Spruce
In 2026, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy is expanding on our previous work in spruce-fir habitat restoration, thanks to a grant from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s Land Trust Bird Conservation Initiative […]
SAHC Farm Incubator Program – 2026 Updates
The SAHC Community Farm has been blooming with life and bustling with activity this Spring! From volunteers in the gardens to birders along the trail to local farmers producing flowers […]
A Lifetime Connection to the Land
Hikers, bikers, birders, and outdoor enthusiasts have helped guide the mission of Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. Because of them, we know that when people connect to the outdoors in a […]
Land Management with Controlled Burns
As the winter wanes, SAHC’s land management and stewardship team have been working with partners across the region to conduct prescribed fires on SAHC preserves. Controlled fire provides one of […]
Deaverview Mountain – 342 Acres Protected!
After years of partnership efforts, the crest of Deaverview Mountain overlooking Asheville and surrounding areas has been permanently protected! For more than five years, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy has been […]
Wiles Creek Preserve Addition
SAHC’s stunning Wiles Creek Preserve in the Highlands of Roan just got a little more spectacular. We recently acquired 48 acres that adjoin and expand the existing preserve, strengthening the […]
