Recently protected properties
UF's nationally accredited land trust recently worked with landowners and partners to close on more than 2,100 additional acres of conservation easements across seven counties.
Some places stay with us — because of their beauty, their history, or what they mean to a community. Explore the landscapes that inspire our work and remind us why conservation matters.
See what makes them worth protecting below.
UF's nationally accredited land trust recently worked with landowners and partners to close on more than 2,100 additional acres of conservation easements across seven counties.
Our staff have compiled some quick and easy day trips across Upstate South Carolina to help you connect with the natural wonders that sustain our life, health, and happiness.
If you’re looking for a restorative, slow-paced outdoor day, cast a line or take a peaceful walk where forest trails meet the water.
Lace up your hiking boots or bring a kayak — this corner of SC rewards those willing to explore.
Whether you want to stick to paved paths, take a historical and cultural tour, or immerse yourself in nature, the downtown Spartanburg area has something for everyone.
Pack a picnic basket and hop in your car for a drive along the Cherokee Foothills Scenic Highway. Your destination? Some of the most iconic sights in South Carolina.
Looking for a change of pace? Lake Greenwood is the perfect place to boat, fish, and explore with the family.
A naturalist, historian, storyteller, and so much more, Dennis dedicated his life to discovering, documenting, and sharing the unique majesty of South Carolina’s mountains and foothills.