We're hiring: Land Stewardship Specialist

This full-time position plays an integral role in our Stewardship and Land Management team by conducting annual monitoring visits to properties protected by conservation easements, interfacing with landowners, compiling reports, and more.

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Land Conservation

Executive Director Andrea Cooper on growth, greenspace, transportation and more - February 16th, 2022

Read an excerpt of a recent roundtable Q&A from Greenville Business Magazine featuring UF's Executive Director and other Upstate leaders involved in the Ten at the Top coalition. read more

Nearly 3,600 acres protected by Upstate Forever in 2021 - February 3rd, 2022

The numbers have been tallied: In 2021, our nationally accredited land trust permanently protected nearly 3,598 acres across the Upstate through conservation easements. What's more, additional projects where Upstate Forever was integral to the effort’s success comprise nearly 900 additional acres. read more

The Upstate Update: January 2022 - January 25th, 2022

In this month's Upstate Update, see how our team enjoyed this month's snowy days, get info about upcoming events, find out what position we are hiring for, and more. read more

2021 In Review - December 21st, 2021

As we enter the final days of 2021, we're pausing to reflect on the conservation successes this year has brought for Upstate Forever, our partners, and all who are proud to call Upstate South Carolina home. read more

(Postponed) Save the date for ForeverGreen 2022 - December 14th, 2021

Update: This event has been postponed due to the current surge of Covid-19 cases in our community. | Mark your calendar for ForeverGreen, Upstate Forever’s annual awards luncheon that celebrates individuals and organizations for significant contributions in fields related to conservation and sustainable growth, on Monday, February 14, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. read more

Bicycle Botany at Stumphouse Park - November 27th, 2021

Stumphouse Park is a true gem of the Upstate that provides cyclists of all ages and skill-levels an excellent workout and a chance to experience the wildness of the Blue Ridge Escarpment region.   read more

By Lauren Muller

Where are the best birding spots in the Upstate? - November 26th, 2021

Expert birder and photographer Dr. Anthony Martin shares some of his favorite spots to get up close and personal with local featherfolk. read more

By Dr. Anthony Q. Martin

Life Here: Local plants & animals make the Upstate a richer, healthier place - November 23rd, 2021

This excerpt from the Fall/Winter 2021-2022 issue of the Upstate Advocate celebrates the special places, plants, and creatures that make Upstate South Carolina unique. read more