Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy needs volunteers to help remove Canada Blackberry (Rubus canadensis) and other woody vegetation from Round Bald. Volunteers will help hand-mow and “lop” brushy areas (using weed-whackers and hand tools) to maintain globally rare, grassy habitat atop Round Bald on Friday, August 2nd (rain date TBD), meeting at Carver’s Gap at 9:30 […]
Virtual Lunch & Learn: The Geology of South Yellow Mountain Preserve Join SAHC's South Yellow Mountain Preserve Manager Park Greer as he outlines the geological features and history of South Yellow Mountain Preserve. See examples of geological features on the preserve such as intrusions, folds, and mines. This virtual Lunch and Learn webinar will be […]
Date: Saturday, August 10 Time: Starting at 9:00 AM Where: SAHC's South Yellow Mountain Preserve Distance: 3.8 miles Difficulty: Moderate (6/10) Cost: Free for Members, $10 for non-members Registration: Pre-registration is REQUIRED Join SAHC's South Yellow Mountain Preserve Manager Park Greer for a 3.8 mile hike exploring the geology of the South Yellow Mountain Preserve. […]
Date: Thursday, August 15th Time: Starting at 9:30 am Where: SAHC Community Farm Distance: 2.5 miles Difficulty: Moderate (4/10), several steep inclines are present on the trail Cost: Free for Members, $10 for non-members Join us for a scenic tour of SAHC’s Community Farm on a guided hike led by Farm and Food Program Manager, […]
Date: Thursday, August 29th Time: Starting at 10:00am Where: Blue Hole Falls, Carter County, TN Difficulty: Moderate (5/10): prepare for a short walk (.3 mi) down a steep slope on uneven terrain with many slick roots and slippery stairs Cost: Free Come be a part of making Blue Hole Falls shine brighter than ever! Join […]
Virtual Lunch & Learn: MountainTrue's Neighbors for More Neighbors WNC Thursday, September 12 at 12:00 pm EST Why should environmentalists support building more housing? Join MountainTrue's Housing & Transportation Director Susan Bean as she explores the answers to this question. We know that healthy communities exist within the context of a healthy environment — and […]
Date: Tuesday, September 17th Time: Starting at 9:30 AM Where: SAHC Community Farm Distance: 2.5 miles Difficulty: Moderate (4/10), several steep inclines are present on the trail Cost: Free for Members, $10 for non-members Join us for a scenic tour of SAHC’s Community Farm on a guided hike led by Farm and Food Program Manager, […]
Date: Friday, September 20th Time: 8:00 am Where: Pisgah National Forest near Brevard, NC Distance: 10+ miles Difficulty: Very strenuous (10+ mile hike with significant elevation change) Cost: FREE for all participants (pre-registration is required) Kick-off Clawtoberfest with the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy by joining us to celebrate our “For Love of Beer and Mountains” partnerships! We're […]
Come join us for a day of Clawtoberfest fun at Highland Brewing Company! During the 3rd annual Clawtoberfest, a portion of proceeds from sales of the seasonal Clawhammer lager will be donated to Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy, to support local land and water conservation. Enjoy live music, games and activities - with food trucks on […]
Celebrate the rich heritage of land and people at the The Ani & Wanei Culture Fest! On Sunday, Sept. 22 from 12 to 4 pm, the Noquisi Initiative will present a day of Cherokee and Appalachian cultural experience and fun at Hickory Nut Gap Farm. Enjoy learning about the people of this place from early […]
