by sahcadmin | Jun 16, 2021 | Trustee and Staff Stories, Volunteer Stories
Meet our 2021 summer interns, and hear what they have to say about their varied projects and interests in conservation! LaKyla Hodges, Communications and Youth Education Intern LaKyla is a senior at Warren Wilson College where she is studying Environmental Education....
by sahcadmin | May 24, 2021 | AmeriCorps, Species and Ecology Info Stories, Youth Education
You may have heard that the Southern Appalachian or Blue Ridge Mountains are the “salamander capital of the world.” These brightly colored little living gems capture the interest and imagination of young and old alike. Their prevalence among some of the...
by sahcadmin | Feb 21, 2021 | Awards and Honors, Trustee and Staff Stories
One thing that unites us as a nation is land: Americans strongly support saving the open spaces they love. Since 1974, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy has been doing just that for the people of Tennessee and North Carolina. Now SAHC has renewed our land...
by sahcadmin | Sep 10, 2020 | Trustee and Staff Stories, Volunteer Stories
SAHC Trustees provide guidance and leadership for the organization. We are grateful to the following individuals who join the SAHC Board this year and are willing to donate their time and experience to serve with the organization. Larry Pender, Horse Shoe, NC Pender...
by sahcadmin | Aug 3, 2020 | AmeriCorps, Community Engagement, Youth Education
Earl B. Hunter, Jr., founder of Black Folks Camp Too, speaks of bringing people together in unity to enjoy the great outdoors. Former Vice-President of Sales at SylvanSport and a recognized speaker in the outdoor recreation industry, Earl began his company as a way to...
by sahcadmin | Sep 22, 2019 | Trustee and Staff Stories, Volunteer Stories
Our Board of Trustees provide dedicated leadership and experienced guidance to help SAHC continue our high caliber of service, commitment and professionalism. This year we welcome the following individuals to our team, and thank them for dedicating their time and...