by sahcadmin | Apr 4, 2022 | French Broad River Valley, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
We are grateful to Ann and John Geers for donating a conservation easement on 120 acres of their property on the northwestern flank of Crabtree Bald — including high quality open spaces and forested natural communities. And we thank all our generous conservation...
by sahcadmin | Apr 4, 2022 | Highlands of Roan, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
We are grateful for the foresight of conservation-minded individuals, the generosity of our members and philanthropic leaders, and the dedication of a landowner to continue his family legacy, which enabled SAHC to acquire 128 more acres in Avery County in the...
by sahcadmin | Apr 4, 2022 | Highlands of Roan, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
Big trees, big streams, big open field — everything about Big Horse Creek is a big deal! This stunning 134-acre mountain cove harbors the cool cascades of a trout stream and plentiful places for birds and wildlife to thrive. Nestled amongst national forest land and...
by sahcadmin | Mar 11, 2022 | Land Protection and Landowner Stories, Smoky Mountains
Thanks to generous supporters and conservation-minded landowners, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy has purchased 13 more acres adjoining Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Acquisition of the property in the Stevens Creek area will permanently protect...
by sahcadmin | Mar 11, 2022 | Farmer Incubator Program, Our Community Farm
Blazing Star Flowers is excited to launch its second season at the SAHC Community Farm after a bountiful and successful start last year! Hi, I’m Suzanne and I love flowers!” says Suzanne Nolter, farmer and owner of Blazing Star Flowers. “I love...