by sahcadmin | Jan 19, 2024 | Black Mountains, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
South McDaris Ridge The rocky face of South McDaris Ridge stands as a sentinel above the upper reaches of Reems Creek valley, just across from the Woodfin Watershed conservation easement. In December 2023, the owners of this significant spur ridgeline in the Great...
by sahcadmin | Jan 4, 2024 | Member and Donor Stories
We are grateful to Tom and Laurie Williams for being champions of conservation and part of our Gray’s Lily Leadership Circle! Currently serving as Secretary of the SAHC Board of Trustees, Tom recognizes the urgent need to ensure that SAHC continues to preserve...
by sahcadmin | Dec 14, 2023 | Black Mountains, Landowner Resources, Species and Ecology Info Stories, Stewardship Stories
Parasitoid wasps provide hope against the invasive emerald ash borer. In a synergistic project combining forest health, education, and conservation, SAHC has teamed up with researchers from NC State University (NCSU) and an entomologist with the U.S. Forest Service in...
by sahcadmin | Dec 6, 2023 | Smoky Mountains, Species and Ecology Info Stories, Stewardship Stories
Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy’s partners at NC Wildlife Resources Commission have received grant funding to improve elk habitat on SAHC-owned land on the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. SAHC’s Stevens Creek Preserve, located at the...
by sahcadmin | Dec 6, 2023 | Highlands of Roan, Land Protection and Landowner Stories, Uncategorized
Broad Branch Near the Buladean community of Mitchell County, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy purchased 17 acres, expanding a 97-acre preserve that we purchased previously. Adding to SAHC’s existing nature preserves helps strengthen conservation of...
