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May 13, 2025

Protecting Farmland for Future Generations

In the rolling countryside of Lincoln County, a local dairy farm is securing its future. Piedmont Jerseys Farm and Riverbend Creamery, a 266-acre family-owned dairy, is […]
May 13, 2025

Connecting Lives to Nature: How Conservation Supports Outdoor Recreation

Recreation is more than just an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors; it’s a cornerstone of community well-being and environmental stewardship. As part of our Conservation Strategy, […]
May 13, 2025

Conserving the Piedmont’s Habitats

Guardians of Nature: Stories of Habitat Protection and Lasting Conservation Protecting habitats is at the heart of Catawba Lands Conservancy’s (CLC) mission. By conserving ecosystems, we […]
May 13, 2025

Shaping our Conservation Strategic Plan

Sean Bloom, Catawba Lands Conservancy’s Land Stewardship Director, penned this deep dive into the rationale and science behind the Strategic Conservation Plan. Sean has been with […]
May 13, 2025

A Roadmap for Conservation

As I reflect on my time serving on the Board of Catawba Lands Conservancy throughout the development of our Conservation Strategic Plan, I am filled with […]
May 13, 2025

What’s at Stake: Andy Kane’s Perspective on Conservation

For Andy Kane, conservation is common sense. As a former staff member of Catawba Lands Conservancy (CLC) and the Carolina Thread Trail (CTT), Andy has spent […]
May 13, 2025

Invest in What Matters: My Case for Supporting the Conservancy’s Conservation Strategy

For me, giving is all about preserving special natural places and experiences for future generations. While I’ve called Charlotte my home for over three decades, my […]
May 13, 2025

Conserving Land, Protecting Water

The McCoy Family’s Legacy of Land and Water Protection For over 250 years, the McCoy family has cared for the land surrounding Gar Creek and Mountain […]
April 23, 2025

Wildlife of the Piedmont grasslands

According to the Southeastern Grasslands Institute, grassland loss is “the single greatest conservation issue currently facing North American biodiversity.” For many grassland creatures like birds and […]
April 23, 2025

Citizen Science: Advancing research by engaging with nature

At four of Catawba Lands Conservancy’s publicly accessible preserves, trail users can now engage more closely with nature and help our team collect data about the […]
April 23, 2025

Our spring newsletter and annual report is here!

Our spring newsletter issue has arrived! Click the image below to see the full issue and learn about the work we are doing to advance conservation […]
December 30, 2024

Catawba Lands Conservancy protects 24 acres of agricultural land in Lincoln County

Lincoln County, N.C. – Catawba Lands Conservancy recently conserved a 24-acre family farm in Lincoln County, North Carolina. The newly protected property, known as Popple Springs […]
November 19, 2024

Catawba Lands Conservancy begins habitat restoration in Catawba County Park

Sherrills Ford, N.C. — Catawba Lands Conservancy was awarded a grant as part of the Society for Ecological Restoration (SER) Standards-based Restoration in Action program, in […]
October 3, 2024

Honoring a Legacy of Conservation: Remembering Mary Lou Buck and Kay Killian

Two of the Conservancy’s founding members passed away this year, leaving behind enduring legacies of conservation and deep commitment to caring for the land. Mary Lou […]
October 3, 2024

Reaching the Summit: The Trek for Trails on Spencer Mountain

Spencer Mountain is the third-highest peak and one of the most recognizable geologic features in Gaston County. Despite this, the public has never had access to […]
July 25, 2024

Unanimous Support for the NC Farm Act Benefits Working Farms, Forests, and Trails

Land for Tomorrow praises the North Carolina’s General Assembly and Governor for passing the NC Farm Act, SB 355, which includes the return of a pivotal […]
July 3, 2024

Timbering can actually help wildlife – when done right

WHAT IS FOREST MANAGEMENT? Forest management is improving the health of a forest by using tools such as prescribed fire, planting trees, controlling invasive species, and […]
April 3, 2024

Native blooms to view this spring

Spring weather means more people are getting out in nature…and it means native plants are back in bloom! Here are a few species to keep an […]
April 3, 2024

Donor Profile: Legacy Gift to Benefit the Carolina Thread Trail

Danny Myers was a modern day Renaissance man—his life was full of adventure, hard work, and reinvention. Over his 79 years, he had several careers, including […]
April 3, 2024

Green Places: Restoring Pockets of Nature in Charlotte

If you drive through the Biddleville or Greenville neighborhoods of Charlotte, you probably won’t notice the quiet, unassuming little parcels of undeveloped property scattered throughout. These […]
April 3, 2024

Check out our Spring Newsletter and 2023 Annual Report!

Our spring newsletter issue has arrived! Click the image below to see the full issue and learn about the work we are doing to advance conservation […]
March 1, 2024

Governor’s Executive Order will expand environmental protections in NC

In a historic moment that promises to shape the future of environmental conservation in North Carolina, Governor Cooper recently issued Executive Order No. 305, which will […]
February 14, 2024

Climate Conversations exhibit will benefit Carolina Thread Trail

Celebrate Earth Day beautifully & thoughtfully with a visit to an interactive art exhibit. Wil Bosbyshell manages to make the vast climate challenges we face personal […]
February 8, 2024

Easement Agreement Will Bring Public Trails To Spencer Mountain

Gaston County, N.C. – Outdoor enthusiasts will soon have an iconic hiking destination to complement Crowders Mountain, thanks to a trail easement agreement between Catawba Lands […]
December 28, 2023

221 Acres Protected in Last Week of 2023

Projects contribute to local agriculture, water protection, wildlife habitat, and historical preservation CHARLOTTE, NC – In the last week of December, Catawba Lands Conservancy (CLC) worked […]
December 22, 2023
Photo: South Fork Rail Trail

Trails Less Traveled: Hidden Gems on the Carolina Thread Trail

Looking for somewhere to explore that’s a little off-the-beaten-track? Check out these lesser-known segments of the Carolina Thread Trail.
December 22, 2023

16 Acres in Troutman near Lake Norman State Park Protected

Troutman, N.C. – In early December, landowners Jane and Layton Getsinger donated a conservation easement to Catawba Lands Conservancy to permanently protects the 16-acre fields and […]
November 16, 2023

NEWLY CONSERVED LAND IN DALLAS, NC WILL PROTECT WATER QUALITY, PROVIDE HABITAT FOR RARE NATIVE TREE

Gaston County, N.C. – Catawba Lands Conservancy has just permanently protected 6 acres in Dallas, N.C., increasing protections for two streams which flow into the South […]
November 9, 2023

NC budget includes funding increases for conservation, trails

“North Carolina is growing fast, and this funding is absolutely essential to protect land and water for future generations,” said Tim Gestwicki, Chief Executive Officer of […]
October 2, 2023

Podcast Roundup: Check out these podcasts that have featured CLC and CTT

Over the years, the Conservancy and Thread Trail have been invited to be guests on a number of podcasts to discuss conservation and trails. Check out […]
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