Protecting Gregorie Neck Forever
Gregorie Neck is a 4,409-acre property located in Jasper County, South Carolina in the heart of the Port Royal Sound Watershed...
Land, Culture, and Community
When Ashley Walker looks around at the produce harvested by local farmers she’s always amazed at the diversity of crops that go to market week after week. As the Farm Network Manager of the Gullah Farmers Cooperative, Ashley helps coordinate markets, connect farmers to the land, and provide resources through workshops and educational seminars.
Celebrating a Lifetime of Giving Back
The Order of the Palmetto is South Carolina's highest civilian honor, awarded by the governor to individuals who demonstrate extraordinary lifetime achievement, service, and contributions of national or statewide significance. This year’s Brunch on the Bluff was exceptional, with the Order of Palmetto awarded to one of our land trust’s long-standing community members. Together with Senators Chip Campsen and Tom Davis, along with hundreds of family and friends of conservation, we had the honor of celebrating someone in a very special way, much to his surprise…
Coming Home to the Family Farm
Thanks to an innovative partnership, an important local property is conserved to protect wildlife and local open space, while also assisting in our nation’s military readiness. “The conservation work we do today will be instrumental in what Beaufort County looks and feels like in the future. The community support of local land conservation is more timely than ever, and in this case, demonstrates an added importance to our military’s readiness,” reflects Kate Schaefer, Director of Land Protection...
Protecting River Wildlife
In the heart of South Carolina's Lowcountry, the protection of River Swamp stands as a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to safeguard the region's natural beauty and ecological diversity. This 1,017-acre property, nestled along the picturesque Combahee River, holds immense natural beauty and expansive habitat for plants and animals. The wildlife habitat is critical to the region’s ecological health and scenic beauty, with more than 15 miles of protected Combahee River frontage. Piliated woodpeckers, wood storks, and the playful river otter call this place home...
Lobeco Farms Conserved
One farm faced an uncertain future, like so many have before. According to Beaufort County, this is primarily due to the rapid urbanization and development pressures in the region. Between 2001 and 2016, Beaufort County lost about 14% of its farmland, amounting to approximately 16,000 acres. The trend has continued, with ongoing development projects and an increase in residential areas contributing to further reductions in agricultural land. But this time, the result was different thanks to local leadership…