by sahcadmin | Sep 16, 2014 | Highlands of Roan, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
Formerly operated as a camp and retreat, the Big Rock Creek tract adjoining the Pisgah National Forest in Mitchell County, NC has been imbued with love and memories for decades. We purchased the high elevation 58-acre parcel in the Highlands of Roan to permanently...
by sahcadmin | Sep 16, 2014 | Black Mountains, Land Protection and Landowner Stories
Peeking above a pastoral setting of rolling hills, panoramic mountain views surround the Drovers Road Scenic Byway. In the western portion of the Fairview Farming Community, Camby Mountain dominates the skyline. Smith Farms Inc. partnered with SAHC to protect scenic...
by sahcadmin | Jul 1, 2014 | Appalachian Trail Countryside, Stewardship Stories, Volunteer Stories
Where would we be without our volunteers and amazing AmeriCorps Project Conserve members? Our “Raft Out the Trash” event earlier this year reflects a stellar example of how these team members’ incredible initiative, drive and dedication help us...
by sahcadmin | Jun 30, 2014 | Our Community Farm
Good news this summer! Our rescued honeybees made it through the winter – and when Community Farm and Food Assistant Yael Girard peeked inside the hive recently, she had this story to tell: “The air was hot and heavy with humidity. Below the sounds of bird...
by sahcadmin | Jun 23, 2014 | Conservation Funding and Legislation, Trustee and Staff Stories
SAHC partner National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) held a board meeting for their national trustees in Asheville June 18-20th. While in the area, the trustees visited the Blue Ridge Parkway, hiked into Shining Rock Wilderness, and toured the Carl Sandburg...
