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Thank you to all the wonderful folks who have supp Thank you to all the wonderful folks who have supported Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy via the Mountain Xpress Give Local: WNC's fun way to give! So far, you have raised over $4,400 to protect mountains, forests, rivers, and farms in the Southern Appalachians. And huge thanks to our generous partners at Wicked Weed Brewing, who have pledged to match up to $10,000 in donations this year. Double your impact when you donate today! #conservation #ilovemountains #828isgreat #wnc #wncmountains #appalachia #beersthatbuild Find us at: https://givelocalguide.org/nonprofits/southern-appalachian-highlands-conservancy/
Producer @caleb_owolabi_ will be at @blazepizza i Producer @caleb_owolabi_ will be at @blazepizza in East Asheville on Saturday from noon to 1 pm if you have any questions about film production or just want to grab a pizza and hang out! We are having a casual preview of his new documentary with @appalachian_org - Stewards of Sky Island. PLUS, if you mention Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy when you order, a portion of sales from the weekend will be donated to SAHC! Nov. 11-13 from 11 am - 9 pm at Blaze Pizza in East Asheville For phone or online orders, include CODE 1351A. #conservation
Come see us! "Enjoy Don't Destroy" - Nov. 11-13 fr Come see us! "Enjoy Don't Destroy" - Nov. 11-13 from 11 am - 9 pm at Blaze Pizza in East Asheville Come out to enjoy a public screening of the documentary "Stewards of Sky Island" with producer Caleb Owolabi! Caleb and his crew spent time with SAHC’s Roan Stewardship team to learn about biodiversity, habitat restoration efforts, and recreational use impacts. This 45-minute documentary will show on repeat throughout the weekend. PLUS, a portion of proceeds from the weekend sales will be donated to Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. For your purchase to count towards the fundraiser, be sure to mention SAHC and show this poster from Blaze Pizza when you order. For phone or online orders, include CODE 1351A. #conservation #habitatrestoration #leavenotrace #planttrees #habitatmanagement #cleanwater #wncmountains #cherokeenationalforest @caleb_owolabi_ @drewglickmanfilms @ted.kendrick @realjoystamp @legarehay @iamkortni @wanakomeclothing See a preview at https://youtu.be/myIOFwE_Ado
Thank you to everyone who joined us in Johnson Cit Thank you to everyone who joined us in Johnson City last week to celebrate and share memories with Judy Murray and Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. This year, Judy was honored with the 2022 Robert Sparks Walker Lifetime Achievement Award, part of the TN Governor’s Environmental Stewardship Awards. We enjoyed a beautiful night with friends and family! Judy is a conservation champion who led Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy's land management in the Highlands of Roan, as the Roan Stewardship Director from 1974 to 2014. https://appalachian.org/judy-murray-honored-with-lifetime-achievement-award/ #conservation #roanhighlands #tnenvironmentalist
Shout out to the dedicated team at @wickedweedbrew Shout out to the dedicated team at @wickedweedbrewing for volunteering on the @sahccommunityfarm this fall! They helped out with garlic planting at the farm - breaking down cured cloves harvested on the property and planting them for next spring. Getting your hands dirty and boots on the ground is a great way to engage with conservation, and see what Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy's work is all about. We appreciate all of the support that our Corporate Partners provide - THANK YOU, Wicked Weed Brewing, for being a partner at the Mt. Mitchell level! #conservation #farmland #localfarmslocalfood #MyAppalachia #Beers ThatBuild #828isgreat #wncmountains
When: November 11-13, Friday through Sunday from 1 When: November 11-13, Friday through Sunday from 11 am to 9 pm Where: Blaze Pizza in East Asheville, 15 Peaks Center Pkwy Ste. 40 - Across from the Asheville Mall Stop by to enjoy a meal and watch the premiere screening of the documentary "Stewards of Sky Island" with producer Caleb Owolabi! A portion of proceeds from the weekend sales will be donated to Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. In order for your purchase to count towards the fundraiser, you must show a copy of the poster from Blaze Pizza. For phone or online orders, be sure to INCLUDE CODE 1351A. Earlier this year, Caleb and his crew joined SAHC's Roan Stewardship team in the Highlands of Roan to learn about biodiversity in these globally important ecosystems, and how overuse in some areas is jeopardizing this special place. Education can help reduce recreational use impacts in fragile ecosystems. Explore the world of these unique 'sky islands' and be part of the effort to "Enjoy Don't Destroy." This 45-minute documentary will show on repeat throughout the weekend fundraiser, with members of the production team visiting intermittently and additional info about SAHC available. More info at https://appalachian.org/event/enjoy-dont-destroy-documentary-screening-and-fundraiser/
We enjoyed a perfect fall day for our SAHC Communi We enjoyed a perfect fall day for our SAHC Community Farm hike this past Sunday, fortunately avoiding the rain. Our Roan Ecologist, Travis Bordley, got in the Halloween spirit by dressing up as a high school graduate. Throughout our 2 mile hike, we explored the farm and saw the shortleaf pine reforestation project, education center, and Highland cattle. We were able to see the remaining fall colors scattered throughout the Farm. Thank you to everyone who joined us! The hike provided a great opportunity to introduce new and returning members to the farm - a wonderful way to end the weekend. We will be hosting monthly hikes on the SAHC Community Farm, so you can see it in all seasons and watch projects change throughout the year! If you're new to the organization or haven't been out to visit the farm in a while, we invite you to come take a walk with us. You can register for our next hike at the Farm by using the link below. https://appalachian.org/event/2022-community-farm-hike-2 #conservation #appalachia #wncmountains
CHECK IT OUT! New interpretive signage and boot br CHECK IT OUT! New interpretive signage and boot brush station at Carvers Gap, to help limit the spread of invasive species. This year SAHC was a recipient of @appalachiantrail License Plate Grant Program which made this installation possible. The purpose of this kiosk is for visitors to wipe their boots clean BEFORE heading out on the Appalachian Trail and into the fragile ecosystem of the Roan Highlands, because boots can be unsuspecting vectors for invasive seed heads. Limiting the spread of invasive species is a critical component of protecting this endemic ecosystem. A special thanks goes out to the Appalachian Trail Conservancy, Tennessee Eastman Hiking and Canoeing Club, and all the other volunteers that lent a hand in this impactful project. To learn more visit our website, Appalachian.org. #conservation #volunteer #invasivespecies #appalachiantrail
What a great day to enjoy a trip to the @sahccommu What a great day to enjoy a trip to the @sahccommunityfarm! Thank you to @buncombecounty Soil and Water Conservation environmental educators Rose Wall and Jen Knight for joining us for a look at the farm and Discovery Trail. Our farm, education, and outreach team members enjoyed discussing potential partnership opportunities and education programs! #conservation #buncombecounty #outdooroffice #environmentaleducation #828isgreat
Thank you to members of the East Tennessee Trails Thank you to members of the East Tennessee Trails Association and SAHC volunteers for coming out to build new hiker stiles and steps on the (in progress) Elm Hollow Trail at Hampton Creek Cove. So much of our work depends on you! These trail improvements in HCC are one part of a Recreational Trails Grant project, completed in partnership with TDEC and Trout Unlimited, to improve recreational access, while protecting sensitive habitats.
Ghosts, goblins, and gnomes… oh my! Look what ou Ghosts, goblins, and gnomes… oh my! Look what our Stew Crew found while out monitoring in the Swannanoa Mountains. What is the strangest thing you’ve found (or lost) in the woods? #captionthis #wncmountains #appalachia
Come #hike with us! @sahccommunityfarm hike this c Come #hike with us! @sahccommunityfarm hike this coming Sunday, October 30. Bring your boots and take a walk on the farm! Register at Appalachian.org Date: Sunday, October 30th Time: Starting at 12:00 pm Where: SAHC Community Farm in Alexander, NC Distance: 2 miles Difficulty: Moderate. Several inclines are present on the trail. Cost: Free for Members. $10 for non-members. Join the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy on our beautiful Community Farm to hike along our Discovery Trail. #farmlife #localfarms #localfood #828isgreat #farmland Our Community Farm is a 140-acre educational and working farm just outside Asheville. The farm is a continually evolving home for conservation projects and agricultural production. Highlighted by our stream restoration project, shortleaf pine reforestation project, farm incubator program, and education center, there is always something new to see. Participants will hike The Discovery Trail in a 2-mile loop allowing us to view all of the amazing farm projects before returning to our education center. Participants are welcome to bring a packed lunch to enjoy while overlooking the entire farm and surrounding mountains. Please PRE_REGISTER for this hike at https://appalachian.org/event/2022-community-farm-hike/ Please note that our Community Farm is an active farm not open to the public unless accompanied by SAHC staff. To ensure safety, staff capacity, and a positive experience for everyone involved it is critical that ALL hike participants pre-register for events before visiting the farm. You will receive an email with specific information about where to meet on the farm and other necessary details. If you do not receive this email, as well as a confirmation email following your registration, we do not have you registered for the hike. If you have any questions, please reach out to emily@appalachian.org.
The Southern Appalachian mountains are gorgeous in The Southern Appalachian mountains are gorgeous in all seasons -- particularly when a brilliant rainbow of changing leaves spreads across the tree canopy. New outreach program director Travis Bordley and AmeriCorps Project Conserve Community Engagement and Education member Emily Starnes led a guided group hike on SAHC's 139-acre Scott's Ridge Preserve last week. "We enjoyed greeting new SAHC members while enjoying the stunning fall foliage," says Emily. One of the best ways to learn about conservation is to experience it for yourself. SAHC's outreach program connects people to nature through guided excursions on protected land, and we are excited to be working on a full schedule of outings in the coming year. Registration for this hike filled up quickly, so we hope to offer another hike at Scott’s Ridge in the future. If you'd like to read more about this recently protected tract, check out the link below. https://appalachian.org/scotts-ridge-139-acres/ #conservation #wncmountains #appalachia
This year, voters in Buncombe County, NC voters ca This year, voters in Buncombe County, NC voters can vote on two important ballot questions: 1) A $30 million bond that will protect mountains, meadows, productive farmlands, and clean water in our streams and rivers for future generations and 2) A $40 million bond to ensure stable housing for children, homeownership for working families, and safe housing for seniors. This region is experiencing rapid and intensifying population growth, and with this growth, we must balance protection of the natural resources and open areas that make this area so special. Timing is critical, and funding from these bonds can help conserve scenic ridge lines, mountain slopes, water sources, and fertile farmland before important opportunities are lost. This bond will also support development of recreational trails and greenways across the community. Please vote YES because Buncombe is Better with Bonds. Find out more at https://betterwithbonds.org/
It's monitoring season! Our stewardship team is ou It's monitoring season! Our stewardship team is out and about monitoring SAHC-owned preserves and conservation easements. Conservation is a forever commitment - once a piece of land has been protected, it's up to our stewardship crew to ensure the long-term preservation of natural resources. Sometimes, that involves slogging through wet, cold and difficult weather - but sometimes it comes with perks, like this gorgeous view of mountains and farmland in Sandy Mush! #outdooroffice #conservation #landpreservation #landandwater #wncmountains #appalachia #conservationisforever #scenicview
We love seeing interns and AmeriCorps members retu We love seeing interns and AmeriCorps members return to visit SAHC, especially when they bring friends! Earlier this week, Duke University Stanback Fellow Claire Elias and a group of students from the Duke Society for Ecological Restoration Student Association (at the Nicholas School of the Environment) visited the SAHC Community Farm as part of their “career trek”. The students were interested in learning more about careers and conservation, restoration, and stewardship. In case you missed Claire's recent virtual presentation on her summer project, the creation of an SAHC Climate Change Action Plan, you can find a recording on our website here: https://appalachian.org/conservation-solutions-for-climate-change/
Friends joined together to celebrate Appalachia, t Friends joined together to celebrate Appalachia, the beer and the place, at Hickory Nut Gap Farm this past Friday evening. Special thanks to our partners at @wickedweedbrewing for sponsoring the event and to our farming friends at @hickorynutgap for hosting. A good time was had by all! We enjoyed terrific music, delicious food, and a fabulous Appalachia Day in a beautiful place. Shout out to our dedicated partners at Wicked Weed for their ongoing support for local land and water conservation efforts -- like SAHC's agricultural conservation easement at Hickory Nut Gap. #myappalachia #farmlife #wncmountains #appalachia #conservation #landandwaterconservation #localfood #beersthatbuild #wickedweedbrewing #wickedweed #hickorynutgapfarms Photos of farm, folks, and Appalachia Session IPA courtesy of Wicked Weed Brewing.
Our Farm Pathways partners at @organicgrowersschoo Our Farm Pathways partners at @organicgrowersschool have extended the deadline for signups for the 2022-23 Farm Beginnings training cohort to October. 17. Farm Beginnings is a 12-Month, Farmer-Led Training Program, preparing the next generation of farmers with skills required to start and expand a successful farm business. They support individuals in clarifying their goals and strengths, developing agricultural skills, and growing profitable, equitable, and ecologically sound farm businesses. Participants experience a holistic management frame, farmer-led classroom sessions, on-farm tours, mentoring, and an extensive farmer network. Find out more and register at https://organicgrowersschool.org/farmers/farm-beginnings/
Top of the Mountain Thursday! Ever stood atop a go Top of the Mountain Thursday! Ever stood atop a gorgeous summit and wondered what in the world you are looking at? These new "peakfinder" signs on Round Bald in the Highlands of Roan will help hikers learn more about the surrounding summits and landscape. The Roan Massif straddles the border between TN and NC, so one sign provides info on the view into North Carolina while the other tells you what you're seeing in Tennessee. Folks were already lining up to take a peek at the peakfinders as they went in today! Special thanks to our amazing Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy Roan Stewardship team for leading this project, to our partners at Appalachian Trail Conservancy for providing a grant to fund creating the signs, and to volunteers and partners at TN Eastman Hiking and Canoeing Club and US Forest Service for the installation work. A true team project! We love connecting people with nature - and educating folks about conservation. #conservation #leavenotrace #appalachia #RoanHighalnds #outdooroffice
Wondering what the Buncombe County Better With Bon Wondering what the Buncombe County Better With Bonds @betterwithbonds campaign is all about? On November 8th, all Buncombe County, NC voters can vote on two important ballot questions: 1) A $30 million bond that will protect mountains, meadows, productive farmlands, and clean water in our streams and rivers for future generations and 2) A $40 million bond to ensure stable housing for children, homeownership for working families, and safe housing for seniors. We know that our region is experiencing rapid and intensifying population growth. The Southern Appalachians are a beautiful place, with rich biodiversity, stunning scenic views, ample places for outdoor recreation, and amazing food. But along with this growth, we must balance protection of the natural resources and open areas that make this place so special. Time is critical, and funding from bonds can help conserve land before important opportunities are lost. Buncombe County leaders have set a target of protecting 6,000 additional acres by 2030. Once achieved, fully 20% of the land in Buncombe County will be preserved for future generations. This bond will also support development of recreational trails and greenways across the community. Vote YES for the benefit of present AND future generations! Find out more at https://betterwithbonds.org/
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