by sahcadmin | Mar 16, 2021 | Farmland Conservation, Highlands of Roan, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
Thanks to conservation supporters like you, 45 more acres of farmland and forest in Avery County in the Highlands of Roan have been permanently protected. “Visitors and residents of the Roan enjoy stunning scenic views,which include portions of the Mathes Farm in...
by sahcadmin | Mar 15, 2021 | Highlands of Roan, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
SAHC accepted transfer of 36 acres of conserved land, located at the headwaters of Pyatt Creek in the Highlands of Roan, from the North American Land Trust (NALT). This Pyatt Creek preserve is located in a network of land SAHC has protected in the Yellow Mountain...
by sahcadmin | Nov 13, 2020 | Farmland Conservation, Highlands of Roan, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
In a picturesque landscape just south of the Roan Massif, farms with rolling fields, pastures, and forests contain a rich repository of stories and memories, along with agriculturally important prime soils and stream sources. Sam and Ronda Silver, the seventh...
by sahcadmin | Sep 24, 2020 | Highlands of Roan, Highlights, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
Imagine a verdant forest with lush ferns growing underneath full, mature canopies. The slushing rush of stream waters echoes all around, lulling you into a state of calm relaxation. Nearby, wildflowers in meadow openings flush with sunlight set the stage for busy...
by sahcadmin | Sep 20, 2020 | Highlands of Roan, Stewardship Stories
As Roan Naturalist, I am thankful to have become so intimate with this unique habitat. The Roan Highlands have been a special place for me to visit throughout my years as a student at East TN State University, and as I passed through the area during my AT thru-hike...
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...
