Upstate Forever is seeking a Land Policy Grassroots Specialist to join our Land Planning & Policy program staff. Applications for this role must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on March 31, 2023.
January 25th, 2023
The Upstate Update is a digital newsletter curated and shared each month that offers insights into Upstate Forever's recent work, highlights upcoming events and volunteer opportunities, and shares other conservation and advocacy news.
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In case you missed it, 2022 was a momentous year for conservation in the Upstate. Here are a few of the highlights...
But that's not all! Click here to find more conservation successes from 2022 and, as always, stay tuned for more news and updates from our team.
Also in this month's newsletter:
Seeking Stewardship Coordinator
Would you like to play an important role in the ongoing protection of our region's farms, forests, habitats, and waterways? We're looking for a Land Stewardship Coordinator to fill a critical role in UF's Land Conservation program. This full-time, hybrid-remote position can be based out of our Greenville or Spartanburg offices with travel throughout the 10-county Upstate region. Learn more & apply by Feb. 3
RSVP: Keowee Watershed Meeting
You're invited to the Keowee Watershed Protection Meeting on Thursday, February 9 from 5-7 pm. You'll get to know the Lake Keowee Source Water Protection Team, learn about Keowee as a source for drinking water, the SCDHEC 319 grant and septic program, and more. Light refreshments will be provided, so please RSVP to sferguson@lkswpt.org by January 26!
We are grateful for local partners
Our work to protect the Upstate's special places would not be possible without the support of generous local partners. Please join us in thanking the staff and patrons of:
And more!