Mountain Conservation Trust of Georgia

10/30/2026

Need a last-minute costume? We've got you.

Dress up as some of North Georgia's most recognizable autumnal critters! Which one is your favorite?

10/28/2026

For more than 35 years, we have worked to permanently protect the special lands of North Georgia. Today, you can become a part of that story.

By giving today at https://www.mctga.org/donate, you become an MCT member helping to support our mission, and your gift will go twice as far with our Board of Directors match.

10/23/2026

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a… little brown bat?

Yep, that’s really its name. This , we’re celebrating Georgia’s 16 species of bats, specifically the endangered Myotis lucifugus or Little brown bat.

The little brown bat is frequently encountered by humans as an unwelcome roommate, due to its habit of roosting in buildings. Though, these tiny creatures rarely test positive for rabies, and they consume high quantities of mosquitos. Building bat houses is a great way to support these critters while keeping them at a neighborly distance!

The little brown bat is the subject of many conservation efforts, specifically due to fatal white-nose syndrome (WNS) disease affecting their numbers. Despite steep declines in their numbers, the species has avoided extinction.

Here at MCT, we are guided by the principles of the State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP) to target high-priority lands for conservation. According to the 2025 SWAP, one method of protecting the population of this species is to use land acquisition and easements.🦇

10/21/2026

As the leaves begin to change across North Georgia, we are celebrating a new chapter for Mountain Conservation Trust: a fresh look, a new logo, and a renewed commitment to protecting the mountains and foothills we all love.

There are many things to celebrate here at MCT; our new website, the launch of the Bluet Challenge, and most of all—our supporters. Conserving land, stitching together wildlife hubs and corridors, and supporting our communities happens because of you.

During our Fall Fund Drive, your gift automatically secures your membership in Mountain Conservation Trust. And with our $10,000 Board of Directors match, your gift is even more impactful.

Donate today and become a member at https://www.mctga.org/donate 🍂

Join the Mountain Conservation Trust of Georgia in protecting North Georgia's mountains, forests, and farmland for future generations through land conservation and community involvement.

10/19/2026

This past Tuesday, Dr. Leslie Hankey and Nancy Clair Laird (Vice Chair and Secretary & Treasurer of the MCT Board of Directors, respectively) represented Mountain Conservation Trust at the ribbon cutting ceremony at Yellow Creek Road Conservation Area and Trails.

Hosted by Cherokee Recreation and Parks, the ceremony highlighted the great success of the project, and the importance of this space for generations to come.

Mountain Conservation Trust holds the conservation easement at the Yellow Creek Road Conservation Area. Dr. Leslie Hankey celebrated the history of the land, and Nancy Clair Laird acknowledged the Dobbs family land donation.

MCT thanks Play Cherokee, Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce, and the Division of Natural Resources for welcoming and honoring us at this ceremony!

10/18/2026

So pleased to be a part of this ceremony! 🏕️

09/26/2026

Today is National Public Lands Day, the nation's largest single-day volunteer event for public lands coordinated by the National Environmental Education Foundation National Environmental Education Foundation - NEEF.

This , Mountain Conservation Trust of Georgia celebrates the growing accessibility of public lands—national parks, forests, monuments, wildlife refuges, lakes, and state, county, and city parks—to communities nationwide.

We hope you join us in celebrating America's public lands through volunteer and community events! 🌄

09/23/2026

is upon us! 🐻

Hosted by Katmai National Park & Preserve, fat bear week commemorates the seasonal preparations for winter hibernation made by Alaskan brown bears.

These plump bears look pretty different than the black bears were used to seeing in Georgia. In fact, they can easily exceed 1,000lbs during this period!

Visit explore.org’s Fat Bear Week 2026 website to vote for your favorite chunky contestant!

09/15/2026

MCT is excited to announce the launch of our brand new website!

Our new website makes it easier than ever to learn about MCT, explore the places we’re working to protect, discover opportunities to get involved, and follow the stories of conservation happening across North Georgia. As we continue growing our conservation work, strengthening partnerships, and connecting more people with the mountains and foothills of North Georgia, we wanted a website that could grow with us.

Whether you’re a landowner interested in conservation, a longtime supporter, a fellow conservationist, or someone who loves North Georgia, we invite you to explore!

Thank you to Sarah Lawrence for acting as our Web Designer!

🥾 Explore at https://www.mctga.org/

07/14/2026

Today we are sharing news about a leadership transition at Mountain Conservation Trust. Executive Director Bill Sapp stepped down from his role on July 10 due to unforeseen health issues requiring his attention. The Board is deeply grateful for Bill’s dedication, professionalism, and passion for conserving the mountains and foothills of North Georgia. Thanks to his dedication and vision, MCT is well-positioned to continue protecting the landscapes and natural resources that define our region.

We want to assure you that this transition has been carefully planned. Kristen Kordecki, our new Development Director, stepped in as Interim Executive Director on July 1, giving her the opportunity to work closely with Bill and the Board to ensure a smooth transition.

Kristen brings more than two decades of leadership in conservation, nonprofit development, and strategic partnerships. She has secured significant public and private funding, built strong partnerships with government agencies, foundations, and community organizations, and led successful conservation initiatives across the Southeast. Her experience strengthening organizations and building lasting relationships will help ensure Mountain Conservation Trust continues to advance its mission with confidence.

Our Board, staff, and volunteers remain fully engaged, and our commitment to protecting the landscapes, natural resources, and heritage of North Georgia is as strong as ever. On behalf of the Board, we extend our appreciation to Bill for his dedicated service and wish him all the best. We also invite you to join us in welcoming Kristen Kordecki as she steps into this leadership role and helps guide Mountain Conservation Trust into its next chapter.