by sahcadmin | May 15, 2026 | Farmland Conservation, Featured Highlights, French Broad River Valley, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
The undulating hillsides of farm fields and pasture in Upper Crabtree, capped by forested mountain peaks, continue to sustain generations of families whose ancestors farmed here. Wayne Hawkins grew up close to this land. Along with his two brothers, Carroll and...
by sahcadmin | Apr 28, 2026 | Community Engagement, Featured Highlights, Trustee and Staff Stories
Hikers, bikers, birders, and outdoor enthusiasts have helped guide the mission of Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. Because of them, we know that when people connect to the outdoors in a tangible way, they derive healthy benefits and better understand the...
by sahcadmin | Mar 27, 2026 | Featured Highlights, Stewardship Stories
As the winter wanes, SAHC’s land management and stewardship team have been working with partners across the region to conduct prescribed fires on SAHC preserves. Controlled fire provides one of many varied tools that the stewardship team employs in managing open space...
by sahcadmin | Mar 24, 2026 | Featured, Featured Highlights, French Broad River Valley, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
After years of partnership efforts, the crest of Deaverview Mountain overlooking Asheville and surrounding areas has been permanently protected! For more than five years, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy has been working on a permanent conservation solution...
by sahcadmin | Mar 12, 2026 | Featured Highlights, Highlands of Roan, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
SAHC’s stunning Wiles Creek Preserve in the Highlands of Roan just got a little more spectacular. We recently acquired 48 acres that adjoin and expand the existing preserve, strengthening the protection of natural resources on both properties. Visitors to the Roan...
by sahcadmin | Mar 11, 2026 | Event Recaps, Featured Highlights, Hikes
WOW – The 2026 SAHC Winter Hiking Challenge wrapped up with a record-breaking 1,200 participants hiking more than 69,000 miles and raising more than $40,000 for conservation! Thank you to all the folks who joined the Challenge this year. Whether you hiked across...
