As more people are drawn to the Upstate’s natural beauty, the urgency grows to protect the working lands, forests, and green spaces that define our region.
Every acre matters, and each has a story. Discover a few below.
Conservation easement landowner Chad Culbertson discusses his innovative approach that combines income generation with native grass restoration.
Stumphouse Park is a true gem of the Upstate that provides cyclists of all ages and skill-levels an excellent workout and a chance to experience the wildness of the Blue Ridge Escarpment region.
Expert birder and photographer Dr. Anthony Martin shares some of his favorite spots to get up close and personal with local featherfolk.
Upstate Forever, Clemson University, and Conestee Nature Preserve received a grant from the Land Trust Bird Conservation Initiative to study, determine and share best management practices to restore and improve grassland bird habitats. After thorough research by wildlife biology students at Clemson, we're thrilled to share a guide featuring key recommendations.
Spring is the perfect time of year to get outside and explore our region’s natural splendor. To help you do just that, we’ve compiled a list of some of the Upstate’s less traveled trails where you can take in some of spring’s best sights and sounds.
By the early 1900s, African Americans had acquired millions of acres of land across the United States. A century later, 90% of that land had been lost.
The environmental aesthetic of the Upstate is something most, if not all, of us value. But how does that relative value translate to dollar value? Dr. John Quinn, Director of Environmental Studies at Furman, explores the economic value of our region's natural resources.
Upstate Forever envisions a future that is healthy, vibrant, and prosperous, that offers a high quality of life now and for future generations. That vision cannot become a reality for all who call the Upstate home while racial violence and systemic injustices exist in our communities and across the country.
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