by sahcadmin | Jul 2, 2020 | Black Mountains, Farmland Conservation, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
The Bowditch Bottoms project has been a long time in the process – beginning in 2014 – and we are thrilled that it successfully closed in June! This 87-acre property in Yancey County contains important soils, farmland, undeveloped forested and non-forested habitat for...
by sahcadmin | Feb 6, 2020 | Farmland Conservation, Highlands of Roan, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
Byrd Charolais Farm – Mitchell County (Highlands of Roan Area) The Highlands of Roan are known for rare and fragile ecological communities as well as magnificent, panoramic views studded with scenic mountain farms. At the end of 2019, SAHC permanently protected 127...
by sahcadmin | Jan 23, 2020 | Farmland Conservation, French Broad River Valley, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
Farmland Preservation at Hogeye Bottomlands in Sandy Mush Community In the Sandy Mush farming community, scenic views of fertile bottomland, rolling pastures, and distant mountain ridges create a stunning backdrop for those who work the land. Now, SAHC has conserved...
by sahcadmin | Oct 20, 2019 | Farmland Conservation, Our Community Farm, Stewardship Stories, Volunteer Stories
DeLana Parker, Buncombe County Schools Teacher of the Year for Roberson District, contacted Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy about using the Community Farm for volunteer service projects for the 6th grade National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) from Charles T....
by sahcadmin | Oct 7, 2019 | Farmland Conservation, French Broad River Valley, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
SAHC recently purchased 139 acres in the Beaverdam area of Haywood County, connecting the Town of Canton’s Rough Creek watershed property with conserved land previously protected by SAHC. The acquisition will permanently protect wildlife habitat, scenic views from...
by sahcadmin | Apr 10, 2019 | Farmland Conservation, French Broad River Valley, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
Brandon Hensley has no illusions about farm life in WNC — it’s hard work, with sparse financial rewards. However, a deep connection to his family’s land kept him working with SAHC over the lengthy 5-year process to permanently protect a beautiful, productive farm in...
