North McDaris Ridge

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As a clay and cork artist, Kathy Triplett finds inspiration and source materials within the natural world. Her studio space melds her excitement about exploration and creativity with the setting […]

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Smith Branch – 103 Acres Adjoining Roan Mountain State Park

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Roan Mountain State Park is slated to get a bit bigger, thanks to Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy’s ongoing conservation work. SAHC recently closed on the purchase of a 103-acre property […]

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Deaverview Mountain – 342 Acres Protected!

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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 […]

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Wiles Creek Preserve Addition

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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 […]

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Hominy Creek Expansion to Chestnut Mountain Nature Park

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Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy (SAHC) recently purchased a 4.16-acre property adjoining Chestnut Mountain Nature Park in order to facilitate future park improvements and conduct a stream restoration project to lessen […]

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Lightwood Mountain

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People will forever cherish legacies created by those who act with integrity and vision. With the generous donation of 201 acres in the Cane Creek township, Steve and Kathie Weaver […]

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Cane River Confluence

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In November of 2025, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy purchased 433 acres in Yancey County at the confluence of the Cane River and the North Toe River, where these rivers merge […]

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SAHC Transfers 1,060 Acres to NC Wildlife Resources Commission

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Continuing a longstanding partnership, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy has transferred 1,060 acres in Haywood County to the State of NC to become part of public lands managed by the NC […]

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