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November 14, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on November 14, 2013
The Fork Farm and Stables (The Fork), a 1,406 acre regional outdoor recreation, working farm and event facility in Stanly County, will now be conserved forever […]
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November 1, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on November 1, 2013
Catawba Lands Conservancy, Carolina Thread Trail and Girl Scouts, Hornets’ Nest Council (Girl Scouts) invite you to attend a ribbon cutting to open a new 2.2-mile […]
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October 24, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on October 24, 2013
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RedSky Gallery/pARTners Art Show and Sale will benefit the Carolina Thread Trail in Mecklenburg County: Now through Nov. 9 Check out this video of Tom Okel, […]
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October 23, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on October 23, 2013
This summer’s massive rainfall caused a lot of trash and debris to wash up along the banks of Lake Wylie near CLC’s Seven Oaks Preserve. On […]
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October 22, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on October 22, 2013
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Would you like to be a part of a wonderful community project that’s connecting people to people, neighborhood to neighborhood and North Carolina to South Carolina while […]
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October 14, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on October 14, 2013
The Carolina Thread Trail Governing Board recently awarded four implementation grants, totaling $268,069, for community projects along the Carolina Thread Trail (The Thread). Implementation grants provide […]
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October 7, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on October 7, 2013
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The Mountain Island Lake Marine Commission presented its 2013 Blue Fin Award to CLC Landowner Kay Killian for preserving more than 500 acres in Gaston and […]
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October 2, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on October 2, 2013
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Food from the Rollins’ farm in Lincoln County will be featured as a part of the Taste for the Land event on Oct. 24. Growing big carrots […]
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September 26, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on September 26, 2013
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Karl J. Froelich has been hired as the new director for the Carolina Thread Trail (The Thread) and will bring more than 30 years of professional […]
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September 25, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on September 25, 2013
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Can you volunteer with Catawba Lands Conservancy to lead other volunteers at tree planting events around Charlotte? If so, we’re looking for you. Join us to […]
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September 20, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on September 20, 2013
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CLC is Applying for its Reaccreditation A public comment period is now open through early next year. The Land Trust Alliance’s Land Trust Accreditation Program recognizes […]
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September 12, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on September 12, 2013
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Trailheads Celebration: Fall into The Thread Oct. 3, 6 p.m. Jesse Brown’s Outdoors $25 Purchase your tickets today to Fall Into The Thread, a special event […]
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September 11, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on September 11, 2013
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Catawba Lands Conservancy is looking for volunteers for three upcoming tree planting events that are part of TreesCharlotte/ NeighborWoods. Please sign up today via email at […]
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August 29, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on August 29, 2013
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Catawba Lands Conservancy recently received two grants from programs that are a part of Mecklenburg County’s Soil and Water Conservation District. A $7,500 grant from the […]
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August 29, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on August 29, 2013
When big companies work closely with residents to do good in the community, they usually use every available resource to let the public know about it. […]
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August 16, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on August 16, 2013
Help the Carolina Thread Trail Complete the Trail at the Buffalo Creek Preserve! In June, The Carolina Thread Trail (The Thread) opened a 2-mile trail at […]
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August 15, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on August 15, 2013
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ATTENTION South Fork Catawba River (South Fork River Trail) Users: The recent high water on the South Fork Catawba River unfortunately damaged the dock at the […]
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August 14, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on August 14, 2013
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CLC is Applying for its Reaccreditation through the Land Trust Alliance A public comment period is now open through early next year. The Land Trust Alliance’s […]
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July 24, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on July 24, 2013
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Attention landowners: now is the time to conserve your property before conservation tax incentives expire on December 31. These incentives help you maximize your land donation […]
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July 19, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on July 19, 2013
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“One of the greatest things about my experience with the Carolina Thread Trail has been meeting inspirational team members, partners and community leaders who share a […]
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July 10, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on July 10, 2013
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Applications are now being accepted for the Carolina Thread Trail’s 2013 Trail Masters Program. The application deadline is August 7, 2013. Sixteen volunteers will be selected […]
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June 27, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on June 27, 2013
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Attention Golf Fans! You can enjoy your favorite game while helping to strengthen our community! If you’re planning on attending the 2013 Chiquita Classic Golf Tournament, […]
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May 15, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on May 15, 2013
American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day is the country’s largest celebration of trails. The organization designates June 1 of each year to celebrate trails across the […]
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May 14, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on May 14, 2013
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The Carolina Thread Trail Governing Board recently awarded two implementation grants, totaling $130,000, for community projects along the Carolina Thread Trail (The Thread). Implementation grants provide […]
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May 9, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on May 9, 2013
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Attention South Fork River Trail Canoe and Kayak Users: The river take-out dock in McAdenville, N.C., located along the South Fork River Trail, was recently damaged […]
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March 25, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on March 25, 2013
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North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory released his proposed budget Wednesday, March 20. It includes significant cuts in spending for the state’s land and water conservation trust […]
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March 6, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on March 6, 2013
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Catawba Lands Conservancy (CLC) is pleased to announce that Duke Energy will issue another $50,000 corporate challenge grant to help facilitate donations from other local businesses and companies […]
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February 20, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on February 20, 2013
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Please send letters today to Gov. McCrory about the importance of conservation funding. We need your help to encourage North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory to increase conservation […]
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February 8, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on February 8, 2013
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U.S. Congress recently renewed the Enhanced Easement Incentive that enables landowners and family farmers to get a significant federal tax benefit for donating a conservation easement […]
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February 5, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on February 5, 2013
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George D. Kimberly, Jr. has joined Catawba Lands Conservancy (CLC) as its new land acquisition director. Kimberly brings distinct business, community and leadership skills, and a […]
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