by sahcadmin | Aug 9, 2012 | Event Recaps, Highlands of Roan, Hikes
We couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful day to appreciate the Highlands of Roan than the one that graced this year’s June Jamboree! On Saturday, June 23rd, hikers on each of six adventures enjoyed gorgeous skies – from a long, sunny trek on...
by sahcadmin | Jul 20, 2012 | Highlands of Roan, Stewardship Stories, Volunteer Stories
A message from Roan Stewardship Director Judy Murray: “I am happy to report that Grassy Mow-off 2012 was a rousing success! What the 23 volunteers and our Field Ecologist Chris Coxen were able to accomplish far exceeded my expectations! They re-treated three...
by sahcadmin | Jul 18, 2012 | Highlands of Roan, Stewardship Stories, Volunteer Stories
In fair weather and foul, these young volunteers energetically persevered – sparking a great new partnership that pairs conservation management, education, and community service. On June 26th and July 11th 2012, the SAHC Stewardship Team partnered with North...
by sahcadmin | Jun 8, 2012 | "For Love of Beer and Mountains", Corporate Partners, Highlands of Roan, Stewardship Stories, Volunteer Stories
On Saturday, June 2nd, eight Highland Brewing Company volunteers, two SAHC volunteers, and seven SAHC staff performed clean up work on Little Hump Mountain in the stunning Highlands of Roan. Our crew was lucky — the day started out overcast, but breezes swept away the...
by sahcadmin | May 22, 2012 | Highlands of Roan, Hikes
Sunday, May 20th, was a beautiful day for a hike in the Highlands of Roan. Thirty six ambitious hikers joined SAHC and Highland Brewing Company for a full day of hiking. We started our journey along Roaring Creek down in the valley below Little Hump by hoping onto the...
by sahcadmin | Dec 2, 2011 | Highlands of Roan, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
The Tuesday before Thanksgiving, we acquired the title to a critically significant property in the Yellow Mountain State Natural Area in the Highlands of Roan. This 225 acre tract will be protected forever. As Board Member, Jay Leutze put it, “Spear Tops has it...
