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Read MoreThe land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. Blue Ridge Conservancy is pleased to announce it is applying for renewal of accreditation. A public comment period is now open.
Read MoreBlue Ridge Conservancy is excited to announce Charlie Brady as its new Executive Director. Charlie is an avid outdoorsman and has a strong commitment to land conservation. A native North Carolinian, Charlie has expansive knowledge of the geography, ecology, history, and culture of the High Country. He has served on the State of North Carolina Environmental Management Commission and on the board of Foothills Conservancy in Morganton. Through his law practice Charlie has helped local land trusts navigate through legalities with conservation easements and acquisitions.
Read MoreGovernor Roy Cooper announced that nearly $20 million in Clean Water Management Trust Fund (CWMTF) grants have been awarded to help fund 50 projects that will conserve lands and protect waterways serving millions of North Carolinians. The Fund awarded Blue Ridge Conservancy (BRC) $606,645 for two projects in Watauga County.
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