July 20, 2022
A coalition of nonprofits including Upstate Forever are working to purchase the inactive Saluda Grade railroad corridor for a new approximately 31-mile rail trail.
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July 18, 2022
Get to know Clean Water Specialist Rebecca Wade through a few rapid-fire questions.
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June 17, 2022
Get to know Deputy Director Lisa Hallo through a few rapid-fire questions.
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June 14, 2022
After forgoing our in-person celebration in 2021, it was a joy to gather again to celebrate the Upstate's leaders in conservation and sustainable growth!
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May 20, 2022
In celebration of National Bike to Work Day, Mary McGowan — aka "rebelwithoutacar" — answers your burning questions about carfree commuting.
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May 18, 2022
Get to know Communications Coordinator Elizabeth Swails through a few rapid-fire questions.
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May 11, 2022
In this excerpt from the Spring/Summer 2022 issue of the Upstate Advocate, SCDNR Diversity Outreach Manager Alix Pedraza reflects on her journey towards a career involved in protecting natural places and why she is driven to expand access to outdoor recreation areas to underrepresented audiences.
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May 11, 2022
In this excerpt from the Spring/Summer 2022 issue of the Upstate Advocate, Touch the Future Executive Director Sandy Hanebrink discusses her journey as a person with disabilities and advocates for expanded access to our region's treasured natural areas.
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