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October 20-24 is National Estate Planning Awareness Week! Learn about how you can protect the land you love for generations to come.

DURHAM, NC (October 14, 2025) — Triangle Land Conservancy and the Duke Forest at Duke University are working together on a major stream restoration project along New Hope Creek. Funded by members of the Duke Forest community and the North Carolina Land and Water Fund, the project also includes the establishment of a conservation easement. […]

From tackling Chinese privet to planting native species, TriWild volunteers are helping local ecosystems thrive again. Learn about the program’s roots and how you can get involved!

MIDDLESEX, NC (October 6, 2025)— Triangle Land Conservancy (TLC) is proud to announce the permanent protection of 69 acres along the Little River in Johnston County, finalized on September 23, 2025. The 69-acre property, which is entirely undeveloped, is a mix of forest and ephemeral wetlands—an increasing rarity in one of North Carolina’s fastest-growing counties. […]

Rivers are the lifelines of the Triangle, supplying drinking water to more than a million people while sustaining wildlife and natural habitats. As growth and development put increasing pressure on our waterways, protecting forests, soils, and wetlands has never been more important. Learn how TLC and our partners are working to safeguard the Neuse and Cape Fear River basins for cleaner water today and for generations to come.

We are thrilled to introduce TLC’s new Associate Director of Philanthropy, Sandra Rodriguez. Learn about her experiences that brought her to TLC and what she looks forward to in her new role.

Triangle Land Conservancy (TLC) is proud to welcome three new members to our Board of Directors. Michelle Nowlin, John Narron, and Dr. Zakiya Leggett bring a wealth of experience, passion, and diverse perspectives that will strengthen TLC’s work as we continue to protect and care for land and water in the Triangle. Michelle Nowlin Michelle Nowlin […]

TLC Trail Guide Margot Lester explores the spiritual and cultural role of turkey and black vultures.

Three prohibited roads and plans for a 2500-seat amphitheater violate the terms of a 1998 conservation easement.  HILLSBOROUGH, NC: Triangle Land Conservancy (TLC) has filed a complaint in Orange County Superior Court to force Union Grove Farm to comply with the terms of a conservation easement put in place in perpetuity by the former owners […]

Celebrate National Nonprofit Day and learn how TLC has grown into a thriving land trust working to conserve vital natural spaces in the Triangle. Hear from Executive Director Sandy Sweitzer, whose decades-long nonprofit journey led her to TLC, and discover how your support powers conservation, education, and equitable access to land.