The Nature Conservancy in North Carolina - North Carolina Home Page

The North Carolina Chapter has protected nearly 700,000 acres across the state.

Greater Roan Highlands

Learn about the Conservancy's work in the Greather Roan Highlands, where the mountains' high elevations and rich soils create a rare haven for plants and animals. Download .pdf file here. (2.6 kb)

Press Releases
The Nature Conservancy Opens Boone Office: Will Help Focus Conservation Efforts in Northwest Mountains. Click here.
July 28, 2008.

The Nature Conservancy Transfers 3,375 Acres to the State: Entire Shoreline, Vital Habitat Area, Protected. Click here. July 18, 2008

The Nature Conservancy Adds To Hickory Nut Gorge Mosaic: Acquisition helps to preserve signature view from Chimney Rock. Click here. July 8, 2008

Learn More

Thirty years and counting! In 2007, the Conservancy celebrated three decades of conservation in North Carolina. Discover our most outstanding successes.

Take a Hike

Go on a guided hike at the Conservancy's Bat Cave Preserve on Wednesdays and Saturdays, starting June 7. Reservations required.

Explore the Greater Roan Highlands on a hike in October. Reservations required.

Volunteer!

Please note that our Aug. 14 work day at Silver Run has been cancelled. More opportunities will be listed here as they become available.