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Pisgah View State Park – Land Donation
Stagg and Cheryl Newman have been long-time supporters of conservation and champions for the creation of NC’s future Pisgah View State Park.…
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North McDaris Ridge
As a clay and cork artist, Kathy Triplett finds inspiration and source materials within the natural world. Her studio space melds her…
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Smith Branch – 103 Acres Adjoining Roan Mountain State Park
Roan Mountain State Park is slated to get a bit bigger, thanks to Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy’s ongoing conservation work. SAHC recently…
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2026 Summer Interns
Welcome to our talented and energetic team of young conservationists! This summer, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy is hosting interns from high school, college, and graduate programs – as…
Year of the Spruce
In 2026, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy is expanding on our previous work in spruce-fir habitat restoration, thanks to a grant from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s Land Trust Bird…
SAHC Farm Incubator Program – 2026 Updates
The SAHC Community Farm has been blooming with life and bustling with activity this Spring! From volunteers in the gardens to birders along the trail to local farmers…
Hawkins Farm – 206 Acres in Haywood County
The undulating hillsides of farm fields and pasture in Upper Crabtree, capped by forested mountain peaks, continue to sustain generations of families whose ancestors farmed here. Wayne Hawkins…
A Lifetime Connection to the Land
Hikers, bikers, birders, and outdoor enthusiasts have helped guide the mission of Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy. Because of them, we know that when people connect to the outdoors…
Land Management with Controlled Burns
As the winter wanes, SAHC’s land management and stewardship team have been working with partners across the region to conduct prescribed fires on SAHC preserves. Controlled fire provides…
We Can't Do It Without You
Together, we can protect Appalachia’s lands and secure a healthier future for generations to come.