Landscape Connection
Is your stream impacting Hellbenders?
Some areas in Western North Carolina provide a haven for imperiled Eastern Hellbenders with large populations scattered about the region; however, this giant salamander is declining across its range and…
Read MoreTrip Report: Sam’s Gap – August 6, 2018
Wild South staff and three dedicated citizen scientists arrived at the surprisingly crowded trailhead just off I-26 for the Appalachian Trail at 8:30. We were all eager to get onto…
Read MoreSalamander Coverboard Project in Linville Gorge
June 10, 2017 Wild South volunteers led by Morgan Harris, Wild South’s Conservation Biologist, began installing tree “cookies” in the Linville Gorge Wilderness. As part of a salamander habitat project,…
Read MoreLearning, Service and Fun
On Wednesday, April 26, Wild South engaged an energetic group of teens in a project that combined learning, service and fun. They began the day with a hike to historic…
Read MoreWild South Photo Contest Prizes
We are especially thankful to the following companies for graciously donating prizes for the following categories; GRAND PRIZE The overall grand prize winner will choose one from the following; Osprey…
Read MoreApril 16: Wildflowers and Garbage Hike in the Linville Gorge
Come see the wilderness as it ought to be, Saturday April 16 at 9:30a ~ 4:00p at Daffodil Flats. No daffodils this year, but an explosion of wildflowers. Such a…
Read MoreThe Cherokee Territorial Claim Circa 1700
Connect with Cherokee Journeys on Facebook By Lamar Marshall, Wild South Cultural Heritage Director Around 1700, the Cherokee people were a powerful tribe of Native Americans who were uncontrolled…
Read MorePublic Comment Deadline December 15 on Pisgah-Nantahala Management Plan
The forests need your voice! Comment deadline December 15 The mountains in Western North Carolina are home to the Pisgah and Nantahala National Forests, which offer endless opportunities for recreation,…
Read MoreBartram’s Reminiscences
Bartram’s Reminiscences By Lamar Marshall Cultural Heritage Director, Wild South (printed in the NC Bartram Trail Society Newsletter March 2014) When I first read Bartram’s account of his visit to…
Read MoreENO receives The Conservation Alliance Outstanding Partner Award for work with Wild South
PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release – May 12, 2014 Contact: Benjamin Colvin: 828-258-2667 ben.colvin@wildsouth.org ASHEVILLE, NC –The Conservation Alliance Outstanding Partnership Award highlights collaboration of Eagles Nest Outfitters and Wild South, reaching…
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