by sahcadmin | Dec 20, 2013 | Highlands of Roan, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
When we closed on the 357-acre Yellow Mountain Gateway tract in Avery County, we preserved more than unspoiled streams, wildlife habitat, and working lands. We opened a way for future generations to connect with the rich history of Avery County. The Yellow Mountain...
by sahcadmin | Nov 14, 2013 | Balsam Mountains, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
In October 2013, SAHC purchased the summit of Blackrock Mountain in the Plott Balsam Mountains of Jackson County, with more than 250 surrounding acres. We plan to hold the property and manage it as a nature preserve until it can eventually be transferred to public...
by sahcadmin | Sep 17, 2012 | Hikes
On Sunday, Septemeber 9th, David Ramsey led Mars Hill College 17 faculty and students on a hike to the protected 10,000-acre ecological treasure, known as Rocky Fork. It was the perfect day for some learning, hiking, and fishing. Ramsey has been leading hikes for...
by sahcadmin | May 8, 2012 | Black Mountains, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
Narrative and photos courtesy of Tom Ward “As a child I first came to appreciate the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains on hikes up the family property with my Grandpa. My grandparents would often let me go out on my own and hike up Jim’s Branch turning...
by sahcadmin | Apr 19, 2012 | Appalachian Trail Countryside, Farmland Conservation
Last Thursday, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy staff members enjoyed another sensational day at Peter and Polly Gott’s idyllic farm. Tucked away deep in Madison County, the 218-acre Gott Farm is surrounded by Pisgah National Forest on two sides, there...
