In a 4-1 final decision on the Inn at Altamont, the Travelers Rest (TR) Planning & Development Committee voted against advancing the developer's request to annex and rezone approximately 40-acres on Paris Mountain to accommodate the proposed 150-room hotel and event venue. read more
We are proud to announce the successful closure of the Generations Campaign! Spanning two years, the campaign surpassed its $7 million goal by almost 25 percent. read more
Despite a massive outpouring of community opposition, developers have submitted an official request to the City of Travelers Rest to annex two parcels (approximately 40 acres) on Paris Mountain to build the Inn at Altamont — a 150-room hotel and event venue. read more
In addition to recognizing this year's ForeverGreen award recipients, we are thrilled to be joined at the April 22 event by Glenis Redmond, whose nature-inspired poetry illustrates the beauty and importance of our region’s life-giving lands and waters. read more
Our Land Conservation team worked with public and private landowners to permanently protect more than 1,100 acres in 2024. Plus, projects in collaboration with conservation partners comprised nearly 1,900 additional acres protected. read more
Upstate Forever's Clean Water team has grant funding remaining until July that provides cost-share assistance to landowners who live in proximity to the North, Middle, and South Tyger Rivers for septic repairs to help improve local water quality. read more
We hope you'll join us on Tuesday, April 22 as we celebrate three passionate individuals making an indelible impact on the region's natural resources. read more
These are our 2025 Advocacy Priorities. Read more about these issues and why we have chosen to prioritize them. read more
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