Land Conservation

The Upstate Update: December 2019 - December 22nd, 2019

In this month's Upstate Update, we share ways to support UF before the end of 2019, information about our upcoming ForeverGreen Awards Luncheon, and more. read more

The Upstate Update: November 2019 - November 17th, 2019

In this month's Upstate Update, we share the latest about Greenville County's comprehensive planning process, a moving story from Tim Lee, Interpretive Ranger Naturalist at Mountain Bridge Wilderness, and congratulate graduates of our inaugural Citizens Planning Academy. read more

Human + Nature: Shelly Smith - October 28th, 2019

Shelly Smith, a nature-based counselor in Pickens, SC, reflects on the power of the outdoors to heal and restore. read more

By Shelly Smith, Licensed Counselor & Therapist

The Upstate Update: October 2019 - October 24th, 2019

In this month's Upstate Update, we announce the results of the Crossroads Campaign, share an easy way to give to Upstate Forever this year, and fill your calendar with some great upcoming events. read more

The Upstate Update: September 2019 - September 27th, 2019

In this month's Upstate Update, we unveil the latest addition to a popular Upstate park and share everything you need to know about this fall's upcoming events. read more

The Upstate Update: July 2019 - July 17th, 2019

In this month's Upstate Update, we thank Mast General Store and shoppers for their generous support on Land Trust Day, plus share our Clean Water team's experience at the 2019 River Rally in Cleveland, Ohio, Upstate Forever's latest news, and details on upcoming events. read more

Upstate Forever to Seek Reaccreditation from the Land Trust Alliance — Public Comment Period Now Open - July 10th, 2019

The Land Trust Alliance’s land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. In 2008, Upstate Forever became the first land trust organization in South Carolina to receive national accreditation. Upstate Forever is pleased to announce it is now applying for renewal of accreditation. read more

By Scott Park

The Upstate Update: June 2019 - June 25th, 2019

In this month's Upstate Update, learn about a nearly 1,000-acre expansion to Jones Gap State Park, plus find fun summer activities across the Upstate and mark your calendars for several upcoming events. read more