Gifts of Land for the Benefit of All
Gifts of Land for the Benefit of All

Blue Ridge Conservancy received a generous donation of a conservation easement protecting 186 acres in Alleghany County.  Landowner Marvin Mann contacted BRC with interest in conserving his farmland used for agriculture, forestry, and recreational hunting. The land is located adjacent to Doughton Park on the Blue Ridge Parkway. 

“I enjoy the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains; my goal is to preserve the beauty of this property through the ages for the enjoyment of numerable people forever and for the benefit of wildlife,” said Mann.

 

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Glen Burney trail closed due to flood damage
Glen Burney trail closed due to flood damage

The Glen Burney Trail, a 2.2-mile trail from Blowing Rock’s Memorial Park down New Years Creek is closed to the public indefinitely after inspections revealed extensive damage from Oct. 23 flooding.

According to Blowing Rock Town Manager Ed Evans, it is unknown when the trail will reopen.

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BRC raised $20,236 on #GivingTuesday
BRC raised $20,236 on #GivingTuesday

We surpassed our goal of 100 donors in 24 hours and it would not have been possible without YOU! Words cannot describe how grateful we are for your support and passion for protecting our beloved Blue Ridge Mountains.

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