Blue Ridge Resource Conservation and Development

04/02/2026

https://appalachian.org/land-management-with-controlled-burns/

As the winter wanes, SAHC’s land management and stewardship team have been working with partners across the region to conduct prescribed fires on SAHC preserves. Controlled fire provides one of many varied tools that the stewardship team employs in managing open space and invasive species.The timi...

02/27/2026

Attn the last day to register for Watauga, Wilkes, Ashe, and Alleghany is March 6th!

Do you have a streambank that is in need of some help? Well, we've got you covered! 🌳
Vegetated buffers along streams are important for protecting water quality and creating healthy habitats. New River Conservancy, North Carolina Wildlife Federation, Blue Ridge RC&D and community partners are giving away livestakes, or cuttings from mature plants that can be inserted directly into the ground during the winter months.
Register for a giveaway event and we'll provide native livestakes and take-home educational material - for free! Registration is required 🌿
To register, visit: blueridgercd.com
Contact [email protected] with any questions

02/27/2026

https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/1babce42836b4aa4bde98f7a01385df3

Post-Helene cleanup efforts and their impact on river ecology

02/18/2026

https://wearemitchell.podbean.com/e/landscape-recovery-and-preparedness-open-house-zac-o-donnell/

Damage to the streams, land, and trees, is a legacy that Helene has left in Western North Carolina. On Saturday, February 21 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, the Blue Ridge Resource Conservation & Development group is coordinating a group of agencies and organizations who are working to either repair that....

02/18/2026

Come join us this Saturday in Mitchell County for a Landscape Recovery and Preparedness Open house. Thanks to all the great partners attending!

01/27/2026

Attn Watauga, Wilkes, Ashe, and Alleghany!!
Do you have a streambank that is in need of some help? Well, we've got you covered! 🌳
Vegetated buffers along streams are important for protecting water quality and creating healthy habitats. New River Conservancy, North Carolina Wildlife Federation, Blue Ridge RC&D and community partners are giving away livestakes, or cuttings from mature plants that can be inserted directly into the ground during the winter months.
Register for a giveaway event and we'll provide native livestakes and take-home educational material - for free! Registration is required 🌿
To register, visit: blueridgercd.com
Contact [email protected] with any questions

11/10/2025

🌿 Curious about livestaking?

Join students from App State’s Sustainable Development Department for a hands-on learning experience along the beautiful Middle Fork Greenway!
Discover how this simple, sustainable technique helps streambanks and support local ecosystems.

*This is an educational event, not a livestake giveaway

Middle Fork Greenway Watauga Soil & Water Conservation District New River Conservancy New River Soil and Water Conservation District Alleghany Soil & Water Conservation District

11/09/2025

The calm before the (snow)storm on the South Fork New River🤞🏼❄️

10/27/2025

Join YouTube geologist Dr. Philip Prince for a free, insightful evening exploring how WNC’s geology shapes landslides, floods and resilience.

Hosted by the French Broad River Partnership, this event blends science, storytelling and community connection in the wake of Hurricane Helene.

🕓 Agenda

4–5 PM: Member Meeting (public welcome)

5–6 PM: Dinner & Networking

6–7:15 PM: Keynote Lecture with Dr. Prince

7:15–8 PM: State of the Waterways & Looking to the Future Panel Discussion

Hope to see everyone there!

Register using the link below to enjoy local food, prizes and tools for climate resilience.
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/bxsx3gg/lp/f0ca079d-4f25-4969-90f9-899e0b3a8041

10/24/2025

Check it out. David Zietlow is in the news! 📰🗞️

On Thursday, Oct. 23, Yancey County and teams once again took helicopters into the ravines of the South Toe River to clear Helene debris.

08/29/2025

Come attend the first ever NC Hellbender Festival in downtown Spruce Pine, Mitchell County. Hope to see you there!