Laverlea Preserve

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Laverlea Preserve

Private nature preserve with 340+ acres of grassland, forest, trails, and event space.

05/05/2026

Scenes from Sugarberry Hill--April 26 to May 2

04/18/2026

We're just about set, but there is still time l to join the Central Savannah River Land Trust for Pickin' in the Peaches. The day will offer nature walks, a day of bluegrass music, and closing out the night with classic Grateful Dead from Scarlet Begonias. Food and merch and activities for the kiddos and a beautiful setting. Get your tickets at at pickininthepeaches.com.

03/23/2026

Well, if the hot weather didn’t give it away, the flowers tell us that spring has sprung. Florida dogwoods dot the landscape here at Sugarberry Hill and are a spring favorite in the South. Carolina jessamine is another common resident here at SBH. The male flowers of oak trees, known as catkins, produce lots of pollen—and a mess in gutters and on rooftops. The tulips planted by the Augusta Area Master Gardeners are also in bloom. It’s just a really pretty day here.

03/16/2026

We’re thrilled to share that Pickin In The Peaches Bluegrass Festival has partnered with the Central Savannah River Land Trust to highlight its beautiful Sugarberry Hill Preserve while creating a long-term home for the event. Join us on Saturday, April 18th for the musical lunch party featuring 6 fantastic bluegrass bands plus 2 nights of on-site camping, FREE workshops & activities, vendors, and more. Proceeds benefit the Central Savannah River Land Trust and their mission to preserve wild landscapes, protect unique ecosystems, and conserve land through stewardship all across the CSRA. Who’s ready to jam?! Ticket link in comments!

03/11/2026

We had a visitor yesterday at Sugarberry Hill (formerly Laverlea Preserve)—a black rat snake. We first noticed it from the back porch, then approached where it paused beneath the giant crepe myrtles. It tolerated our presence just long enough for us to snap a few photos.

Black rat snakes can grow to 8 feet—and this one appears to be at least five feet long. These snakes are recognized by the white patches on their chins, glossy bodies, and angled sides. Their necks are narrower than their heads. They are non-venomous constrictors, and as their name implies, their favorite prey are rats and mice—making them excellent neighbors. Nothing like free pest control.

03/02/2026

A couple of weeks back, some of the good folks from the Augusta Area Master Gardeners visited Sugarberry Hill (formerly Laverlea) to plant tulips and put up bluebird houses—and they had a great time doing it. Already, we've had confirmed sitings of bluebirds using the houses and the tulips are reaching for the sky. The Central Savannah River Land Trust wants to thank the Augusta Area Master Gardeners for the work they're doing around SBH.

02/04/2026

A couple of our board members, Mike Floyd and Glenn Vaught, visited Sugarberry Hill (formerly known as Laverlea), during the recent snow. They took some great photos of the grounds and home, which are beautiful under any condition, but are exceptionally pretty in such a rare and good covering of snow.

01/22/2026

The Central Savannah River Land Trust had a busy and exciting day at Sugarberry Hill (formerly known as Laverlea)! By mid-morning, we welcomed members of the Savannah River Group of the Sierra Club for a walking tour of the property and house. Later in the day, we hosted several participants from the University of Georgia Master Gardener program, who not only toured the grounds but also explored ideas for creating future gardens. We’re looking forward to seeing what they come up with! 🌿🌼🌳

11/05/2025

The lights, the menu, the music, and the raffle and door prizes are set. We're just waiting on y'all... Time, however, is running short. The Sugarberry Bash starts tomorrow, November 6, at 4 pm. Just scan the QR code, buy some tickets, and bring your appetite for good food and good times to 712 Blanchard Road in Evans--and help support local conservation.

11/03/2025

The days are counting down, but there's still time for you to get tickets to the Sugarberry Bash, set to begin at 4 pm, November 6 at 712 Blanchard Road in Evans. In addition to a pig pulling, oysters, live music, an open bar, and beautiful land, there will be door prizes and raffles, which will feature gear from Bajío Sunglasses, Chris Williams Knives, Taconic Distillery, Tom Beckbe, Leupold Optics, and YETI. Further, EVERYONE who attends is eligible for a discount on a Cowboy Cauldron, perhaps the handsomest and best fire pit on the market. Don't miss out on the fun, the gear, and your chance to help support local land conservation, and therefore, wildlife conservation.

Address

Blanchard Road
Evans, GA

Telephone

+17063125263

Website

http://www.csrlt.org/laverlea

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