Cedar Cliffs at Twin Bridges could become new nature preserve
Conserving Carolina seeks to raise 100000 by February to buy 192 acres in the North Pacolet River Gorge linking Melrose Falls preserve with Norman Wilder Forest and bordering the Saluda Grade Trail. With 90 percent funded by donors including Stanback family and Polk County fund, local gifts of 40000 remain. donations already reach 60000. The land features Buck Mountain forests, eight headwater streams, rare species, and significant natural area status. Contact sierra@conservingcarolina.org or 828-697-5777 ext. 220 to donate.