Catawba Lands Conservancy

Catawba Lands Conservancy We are a land trust dedicated to saving land and connecting lives to nature in North Carolina's Southern Piedmont. www.catawbalands.org

🌿 Happy National Public Lands Day!We are proud to work alongside amazing partners across NC and SC to protect the parks,...
09/26/2026

🌿 Happy National Public Lands Day!

We are proud to work alongside amazing partners across NC and SC to protect the parks, preserves, trails, and natural areas that make our region special.

From local greenways to state parks and protected lands, these places connect people with nature, support wildlife, and improve our quality of life. Together, we're ensuring they remain accessible and healthy for generations to come.

Thank you to all who help steward the public lands we love.

📸Photos by Nelson Stegall Photography

Upcoming public volunteer opportunities:1) Native planting event at Pinhook Preserve in Gastonia, NCWednesday, Sept. 30,...
09/21/2026

Upcoming public volunteer opportunities:

1) Native planting event at Pinhook Preserve in Gastonia, NC
Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026
9am - 1pm

Help us transplant 180 native plants into the meadow - many grown from seeds collected at the Pinhook Preserve. This meadow represents a key refuge for many flowering species that once covered much of North Carolina. The site has been prepared and volunteers will be needed to plant and water each seedling! This planting day will involve substantial work on the ground (kneeling, crouching, etc.). Gloves will be provided.

Sign up at: https://volunteer.bloomerang.co/volunteer/ #/join-party?k=7q7b32i1g8gw2v

2) Trail maintenance workday at Duke Kimbrell Trail in Belmont, NC
Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
8:30am - 1pm

Join us in recognizing Great Trails State Day on Oct. 17th by volunteering to help tackle overgrown vegetation, remove accumulated sediment, and resolve key drainage issues on the Duke Kimbrell Trail. This is a great opportunity to learn about trail stewardship firsthand and support the conservation mission of Catawba Lands Conservancy and Carolina Thread Trail. No experience or tools are required to participate.

Sign up at: https://volunteer.bloomerang.co/volunteer/ #/join-party?k=m1msg6xu6ixgle

Bring the family for a fun and kid-friendly evening of Halloween-themed outdoor education!Join us on Saturday, October 3...
09/10/2026

Bring the family for a fun and kid-friendly evening of Halloween-themed outdoor education!

Join us on Saturday, October 3, as we walk along the Briar Creek Greenway and learn about spooky creatures of the night and the importance of urban green spaces. Catawba Lands Conservancy staff will be joined by local expert Abby Fry, who will share information about bats and lead participants in using a bat monitor.

Attendees will meet at the Mint Museum Randolph parking lot and walk together along Briar Creek Greenway to Eastover Ridge Preserve, located in the heart of Charlotte.

The event will begin around 7pm and will likely wrap up around 8pm, but attendees may stay as long as they wish.

This is a free event.

For more details and to save your spot, register at:
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2026publicprograms/event/mysterynight26/

The Buffalo Creek Preserve Trail is now reopened!Trail repairs have been completed after a sewer line was constructed la...
09/09/2026

The Buffalo Creek Preserve Trail is now reopened!

Trail repairs have been completed after a sewer line was constructed last winter across the property which had closed the trail past the big suspension bridge.

A huge shout out to the staff and volunteers who worked to clear and build an alternate path parallel to the old trail that was not within the sewer corridor. You can now hike the trail at Buffalo Creek Preserve from beginning to end.

Explore this trail and more at https://www.carolinathreadtrailmap.org/trails

Happy National Wildlife Day!Today we celebrate the incredible wildlife that calls our region home and the natural lands ...
09/04/2026

Happy National Wildlife Day!

Today we celebrate the incredible wildlife that calls our region home and the natural lands that provide essential habitat for plants, animals, and people alike. Every protected acre helps create a healthier future for generations to come.

Join us in appreciating and protecting the wild places that make our community special. 🌿

📸Photo: Spotted Salamander enjoying a rest on a leaf

📸Check out our August observation of the month!Congratulations to this month's winner who captured a photo of an Eastern...
09/02/2026

📸Check out our August observation of the month!

Congratulations to this month's winner who captured a photo of an Eastern Box Turtle taken in North Charlotte. Designated as the state reptile of NC in 1979, the Eastern Box Turtle gets its name from its ability to box itself into its shell when it senses danger and typically has a lifespan up to 25-30 years.

Did you know that Box Turtles are commonly found throughout the Eastern United States along trails and roads? They are happiest if left alone, but a turtle in danger of being hit by a car may be carefully moved across the road in the direction it was traveling (by a responsible adult).

Fun fact: every box turtle has a unique shell pattern, just like human fingerprints!

Download the iNaturalist app and share your photo observations with us by becoming an ecoEXPLORER today!

Start exploring at https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/ecoexplore

🌿 Building confidence, connection, and a love for the outdoors.This summer, Catawba Lands Conservancy's Jenner Wood V Ci...
08/25/2026

🌿 Building confidence, connection, and a love for the outdoors.

This summer, Catawba Lands Conservancy's Jenner Wood V Citizen Science Program was proud to partner with Charlotte Family Housing Summer Camp, engaging youth ages 8-15 in outdoor exploration, environmental education, and hands-on experiences in nature.

Charlotte Family Housing does incredible work supporting families experiencing homelessness by providing temporary housing, trauma-informed support, and resources that help families achieve long-term housing stability and self-sufficiency. Through their summer camp program, young people have opportunities to learn, grow, and create lasting memories.

We were honored to share the wonder of the natural world with these inspiring youth and help foster a deeper connection to the lands and waters that make our region so special.

Thank you, Charlotte Family Housing, for your partnership and for the life-changing work you do for families in our community. 💚



08/24/2026

Sharing a sneak peek of what is coming to Spencer Mountain…

Visit the 3rd highest point located in the greater Charlotte region. The future trailhead will begin at George Poston Park in Gaston County and will be open to cyclists, hikers, and all ages and abilities.

Trails are under construction now with an anticipated opening date of spring 2027.

We can’t wait for you to come visit Spencer Mountain and experience the views!

🎥Video by Kim Brattain Media

08/24/2026

Catawba Cove, now officially permanently protected under conservation easements, will become Gaston County's next signature attraction. It will offer:
🚣‍♂️ new access points to Lake Wylie
🚵‍♂️ 6 miles of hiking and biking trails (and connections to the Carolina Thread Trail)
🐾 hundreds of acres of ecological protection
Stay tuned for updates at EngageGaston.com/Catawba-Cove-Park.

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2400 Park Road, Ste 1
Charlotte, NC
28203

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