by sahcadmin | Sep 6, 2018 | Trustee and Staff Stories, Volunteer Stories
Thank you to the following for committing to serve a new 3-year term on SAHC’s Board of Trustees. These individuals have graciously volunteered to devote their time and expertise to help carry out our mission. (Pictured, L to R: Tom Williams, Chris Soto, Rich Preyer,...
by sahcadmin | Aug 23, 2018 | Highlands of Roan, Stewardship Stories
Grassy Balds Management gets a Tech Update Ilan Bubb interned with us this summer through the Duke University Stanback Intern program. He is earning his Masters of Environmental Management at the Nicholas School of the Environment. Ilan did a “needs assessment” and...
by sahcadmin | Aug 22, 2018 | Highlands of Roan, Stewardship Stories, Volunteer Stories
In the Highlands of Roan, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy convenes a multi-partner effort to manage the world’s largest stretch of Appalachian grassy balds. These unique ecosystems contain a variety of rare plants. SAHC volunteers and our partners with the...
by sahcadmin | Aug 9, 2018 | Highlands of Roan, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
This summer we purchased 234 acres in the Highlands of Roan, securing high elevation wildlife habitat and permanently protecting a corridor linking our Tompkins Preserve with Pisgah National Forest in Mitchell County. This acquisition at Yellow Spot protects rare...
by sahcadmin | Jul 30, 2018 | Black Mountains, Community Engagement, Hikes, Youth Education
Appalachian Trail thru hiker Daniel White grew up in the Shiloh community of Asheville and now lives in Charlotte. Last year, he set off hiking the AT to gain a new perspective on life. Unlike many who make the trek, Daniel started his journey without any backpacking...
