Human History of the South Yellow Mountain Preserve
A virtual Lunch and Learn traces the human history of South Yellow Mountain’s rugged landscape, from Indigenous presence and early settlements to mining, logging, and farming. Led by preserve manager Park Greer with a conservation focused lens.
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A group bike ride through Chestnut Mountain Nature Park paired with a short talk on conserving the park, the Hominy Creek Expansion, and stream restoration work. Meet at the entrance arch for National Trails Day and land trust celebration energy.
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A guided farm walk at Hickory Nut Gap focused on EOV (Ecological Outcome Verification) and ecology practices in a working agricultural landscape. Expect real-world land stewardship insights, pasture and habitat talk, and plenty of Q&A.
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