The Upstate Update

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.

We post highlights from the Upstate Update here on the Upstate Forever blog each month. If you would like to receive the complete Upstate Update directly in your email inbox, please sign up for the mailing list.

COVID Weekly Update: March 20, 2020 - March 20th, 2020

While much of our world has paused in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, our staff's work to balance our region's growth with the protection of the Upstate's natural resources continues. To keep the Upstate's conservation advocates in-the-know from afar, we've shifted Upstate Forever's monthly newsletter, the Upstate Update, to a weekly update. read more

Seeking solace in uncertain times: How Upstate Forever is responding to COVID-19 - March 18th, 2020

Our Greenville and Spartanburg offices closed this week while Upstate Forever staff work from home to help protect the health of each other, our families, and our communities. Find the rest of our response to the developing COVID-19 situation here. read more

The Upstate Update: February 2020 - February 18th, 2020

In this month's Upstate Update, we discuss how development could impact future flooding and water quality in the Upstate, honor Black History Month, and celebrate World Wetlands Day. read more

The Upstate Update: January 2020 - January 22nd, 2020

In this month's Upstate Update, we reflect on 2019's successes, share Upstate Forever's 2020 advocacy priorities, invite you to join us for the ForeverGreen Annual Awards Luncheon, and provide updates on Greenville and Spartanburg's comprehensive planning processes. read more

The Upstate Update: December 2019 - December 22nd, 2019

In this month's Upstate Update, we share ways to support UF before the end of 2019, information about our upcoming ForeverGreen Awards Luncheon, and more. read more

The Upstate Update: November 2019 - November 17th, 2019

In this month's Upstate Update, we share the latest about Greenville County's comprehensive planning process, a moving story from Tim Lee, Interpretive Ranger Naturalist at Mountain Bridge Wilderness, and congratulate graduates of our inaugural Citizens Planning Academy. read more

The Upstate Update: October 2019 - October 24th, 2019

In this month's Upstate Update, we announce the results of the Crossroads Campaign, share an easy way to give to Upstate Forever this year, and fill your calendar with some great upcoming events. read more

The Upstate Update: September 2019 - September 27th, 2019

In this month's Upstate Update, we unveil the latest addition to a popular Upstate park and share everything you need to know about this fall's upcoming events. read more

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