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04.03.24

Green Places: Restoring Pockets of Nature in Charlotte

If you drive through the Biddleville or Greenville neighborhoods of Charlotte, you probably won’t notice the quiet, unassuming little parcels of undeveloped property scattered throughout. These […]
04.03.24

Check out our Spring Newsletter and 2023 Annual Report!

Our spring newsletter issue has arrived! Click the image below to see the full issue and learn about the work we are doing to advance conservation […]
02.14.24

Climate Conversations exhibit will benefit Carolina Thread Trail

Celebrate Earth Day beautifully & thoughtfully with a visit to an interactive art exhibit. Wil Bosbyshell manages to make the vast climate challenges we face personal […]
02.07.24

Easement Agreement Will Bring Public Trails To Spencer Mountain

Gaston County, N.C. – Outdoor enthusiasts will soon have an iconic hiking destination to complement Crowders Mountain, thanks to a trail easement agreement between Catawba Lands […]
01.26.24

Meet our Marketing Intern!

Hello everyone! My name is Kate Wilken and I just started as the Marketing Intern for the Catawba Lands Conservancy and Carolina Thread Trail. I am […]
10.02.23

3 Adventures to Try This Fall

A Tree (& Pumpkin) Lover’s Paradise: Pharr Family Preserve Trail Hardwood forests and wildlife abound at Pharr Family Preserve in Midland, NC. Sycamores, black walnuts, cottonwoods […]
10.02.23

Falcon Trail Takes Flight in Stanly County

Expanding the Carolina Thread Trail in rural communities takes a different approach than in urban centers. Even though the Village of Misenheimer is tiny (only 650 […]
05.01.23

Advancing Forney Creek Restoration

An impaired stream in Lincoln County is one big step closer to being restored, with an acquisition that provides protection on both sides of the stream. […]
05.01.23

Trail Power: Economic study shows how trails benefit communities

For trail users and supporters, it’s no secret that access to the outdoors brings many benefits. Better health for users of course, but also positive economic […]