In 2014, Martha Enzmann purchased land in Todd, NC for the eventual purpose of creating a public space and river access for recreation. With the help of Blue Ridge Conservancy, the North Carolina Land and Water Fund, and the Wildlife Resources Commission, that dream has been realized with the dedication of Percies Park and river access. BRC recently acquired the 18-acre tract from Enzmann, which includes parking, a trail that is currently being developed, and the popular river access by Railroad Grade Road and Big Hill Road.

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Blue Ridge Conservancy was recently awarded $453,800 from the North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation’s Complete the Trails program for the Northern Peaks State Trail in Ashe County. The grant awards help to fund the purchase of over 68 acres on Mount Jefferson that will be added to Mount Jefferson State Natural Area.

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Protecting the natural and cultural heritage of Valle Crucis and the Watauga River valley is a top priority for Blue Ridge Conservancy, which recently partnered with the Holy Cross Churchand Episcopal Diocese of Western NC to add 6.6 acres to the state-designated “Valle Crucis Historic District.”

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Blue Ridge Conservancy is seeking a motivated individual to fill its Land Protection and Stewardship Fellow position. The full time position will assist the Conservation Department with land protection projects and land stewardship. This position is part of the Wyss Fellows Program which provides a two year fellowship opportunity for individuals who have the passion and potential to become future leaders in the conservation field

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