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Inside Conservation in South Carolina
Leading the Way
Since 1969, when it completed its first project in South Carolina by acquiring 1,711 acres of cypress-tupelo forest at Four Hole Swamp, The Nature Conservancy has led land protection efforts in the state, engaging public-private partnerships to maximize the benefit of conservation for people and nature. The South Carolina Chapter officially was chartered in 1978 and, to date, has protected more than 330,000 acres. Review the SC Chapter History/Timeline here.
Tidewater Mucket (Leptodea ochracea)
South Carolina has some of the best remaining populations of this mussel species.
The Lee Brothers Connect Food to Place
These Charleston-born brothers are sustained by the Lowcountry. Learn more about their connection to the place they call home.
Back Home on the Savannah River
Owner Billy Exley returns to his childhood home, the Recess Plantation
From the Mountaintop
Jones Gap Expansion Goal Met!
July 24: Over 380 donors have generously come forward to support the effort to expand Jones Gap State Park in Greenville County. Download the full story
Citizen Action Needed to Complete Jones Gap State Park Expansion
May 17, 2011: The Nature Conservancy is nearing its goal to expand Jones Gap State Park. Read an update
Gathering the Flock
Private Landowners in the ACE Basin Spread Gospel of Conservation
Through word-of-mouth and friendly peer pressure, property owners unite to protect region. Learn More
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We need to act now, before it's too late. Watch the Video, Take Action
We're addressing Latin America's most pressing conservation issues. Read the Story
