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April 3, 2024
Published by Master Admin on April 3, 2024
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 […]
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April 10, 2023
Published by Laura Wyatt on April 10, 2023
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Our field team are always stumbling upon new and wondrous finds when they’re out on properties. Here are just a few of the springtime discoveries they’ve […]
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January 12, 2021
Published by Master Admin on January 12, 2021
Last year brought a lot of challenges to the Conservancy and Thread Trail. As we look back on this unprecedented year that was 2020, it’s incredible […]
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September 8, 2017
Published by Master Admin on September 8, 2017
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(Hamamelis virginiana) Depending on whom you ask, this shrub is the first or last plant to bloom in our area. The bright yellow, spider-like flowers, which […]
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January 29, 2014
Published by Alesia DiCosola on January 29, 2014
Breaking News: 2014 Farm Bill Passes House on January 29, 2014 The House voted by a solid majority to approve the Farm Bill conference report by […]
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December 10, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on December 10, 2013
A beautiful new 2.8-mile segment of The Carolina Thread Trail is now open at the Seven Oaks Preserve near the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden at 6900 […]
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November 30, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on November 30, 2013
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Whole Foods Market Charlotte will donate five percent of its net sales to the Carolina Thread Trail on Tuesday, Dec. 17! Buy food for your holiday […]
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November 25, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on November 25, 2013
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The federal enhanced tax incentive for conservation easement donations has helped conserve one million acres per year since its passage in 2006 and it is expiring […]
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November 25, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on November 25, 2013
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Planned giving is often an overlooked opportunity to make a contribution to Catawba Lands Conservancy. Planned gifts to CLC provide a permanent way to leave a […]
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October 14, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on October 14, 2013
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In 2006 when biologists assessed the land on which the Lincolnton/Lincoln County Airport now operates, they were surprised to find a viable population of Hexastylis naniflora […]
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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 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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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 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 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 15, 2013
Published by Laura Wyatt on June 15, 2013
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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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January 15, 2013
Published by Alesia DiCosola on January 15, 2013
Catawba Lands Conservancy and the Girl Scouts, Hornets’ Nest Council (Council) are pleased to announce the conservation of more than half of the Council’s Dale Earnhardt […]
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November 5, 2012
Published by Alesia DiCosola on November 5, 2012
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The community effort aims to recruit volunteers to help plant trees in several Charlotte communities. Sign up today and volunteer to plant trees around Charlotte. The […]
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October 29, 2012
Published by Alesia DiCosola on October 29, 2012
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An Event is Planned to Unveil a Unique 100th Mile Marker, Host Nature Hikes and Announce a Facebook Photo Contest The Carolina Thread Trail (The Thread), […]
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October 19, 2012
Published by Alesia DiCosola on October 19, 2012
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This conserved land will permanently protect clean water and wildlife habitat and now hosts a segment of the Carolina Thread Trail Great things are taking place on […]
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October 17, 2012
Published by Alesia DiCosola on October 17, 2012
Newton was free ‘as a bird’ last night. Spreading his wings, he gracefully flew to a tree within Catawba Lands Conservancy’s Long Creek Conservation Area within […]
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August 3, 2012
Published by Alesia DiCosola on August 3, 2012
As a nationally accredited land trust, we conserve and manage land for public benefit in North Carolina’s Southern Piedmont. We conserve 162 properties, totaling 12,453 acres […]
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July 20, 2012
Published by Alesia DiCosola on July 20, 2012
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Catawba Lands Conservancy is pleased to announce that we received a $12,037 grant from the Glenn Foundation to fund two new bike/pedestrian bridges along the South Fork Trail. This two-mile […]
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July 20, 2012
Published by Alesia DiCosola on July 20, 2012
A hungry herd of 50 goats spent all of June and a few weeks in July eating nuancing kudzu plants and vines from Catawba Lands Conservancy’s […]
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July 19, 2012
Published by Alesia DiCosola on July 19, 2012
County: Gaston Acres: 6.26 Conservation Value: Clean Water and Wildlife Habitat Date Conserved: February 2004 The 6-acre Trexler Property is comprised of upland and alluvial […]
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July 11, 2012
Published by Alesia DiCosola on July 11, 2012
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Thanks to everyone who submitted suggestions and feedback regarding the Spencer Mt. River Access closure. This access launch, which temporarily closed on June 29, is still […]
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July 5, 2012
Published by Alesia DiCosola on July 5, 2012
County: Lincoln Acres: 252 Conservation Value: Clean Water and Wildlife Habitat Date Conserved: July 2001 With wildlife and rural scenic vistas abundant throughout the 252-acre River […]
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July 5, 2012
Published by Alesia DiCosola on July 5, 2012
County: Mecklenburg Acres: 40.67 Conservation Value: Clean Water and Wildlife Habitat Date Conserved: January 1999 Ridge Road Preserve supports one of Mecklenburg County’s most significant Natural […]
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