by sahcadmin | Aug 20, 2020 | Balsam Mountains, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
Working with trusted conservation partners, we recently protected 109 acres at Tanasee Ridge, adjoining Nantahala National Forest. The property could potentially provide an alternate gateway to popular outdoor recreation areas in Panthertown Valley. Thank you for...
by sahcadmin | Aug 5, 2020 | Highlands of Roan, Stewardship Stories, Volunteer Stories
From seasonal bird surveys to trail management, education, and habitat restoration, the Roan Stewardship crew continues to care for our flagship conservation focus area. We are grateful to our partners at the Appalachian Trail Conservancy for their support in this...
by sahcadmin | Aug 3, 2020 | AmeriCorps, Community Engagement, Youth Education
Earl B. Hunter, Jr., founder of Black Folks Camp Too, speaks of bringing people together in unity to enjoy the great outdoors. Former Vice-President of Sales at SylvanSport and a recognized speaker in the outdoor recreation industry, Earl began his company as a way to...
by sahcadmin | Jul 26, 2020 | Highlands of Roan, Stewardship Stories, Volunteer Stories
David and Melissa Smith and their children Otto, Clyde, and Asa spent a weekend managing grassy balds habitat at Grassy Ridge and camping under the stars together. It’s become something of a family tradition. Otto has been helping with the Grassy Balds Mow-Off since...
by sahcadmin | Jul 20, 2020 | Farmland Conservation, French Broad River Valley, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
In June, you helped purchase a conservation easement on 49 more acres of productive farmland in the lovely Sandy Mush community of northwestern Buncombe County. Sandy Hollar Farms is a Buncombe County attraction, with seasonal events like pick-your-own Christmas...
