The Dirt Blog

What’s Up with Walnut Hill

June 1, 2016

One of three ponds on the property Coming up in just a few weeks, a unique opportunity awaits for those who hike in the eastern parts of TLC’s reach. We have a great sneak peek lined up to hike and learn about the amazing biodiversity that exists on this 405 acre parcel that’s slated to […]

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State Endangered Species: Virginia Least Trillium

May 16, 2016

We know that our conservation easements protect some pretty special things. As the staff member responsible for visiting each of our easement properties every year, I have the unique privilege of visiting natural areas that no one else gets to explore. Sometimes this means getting to be the first, likely only, person to see deer […]

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Tales from the Field-The Bluebird Capitol of the World

May 5, 2016

Every 5 years, the National Fish and Wildlife Service releases an extensive study on birding in the United States. The first time I ever saw this document, I couldn’t believe the widespread impacts on the economy this hobby had throughout the United States. To highlight a few of the staggering numbers, their last study was […]

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Marching Through Earth Month

April 14, 2016

With half of April to go, Triangle Land Conservancy has raised over $14,000 toward their $25,000 goal with 88 gifts. If TLC raises all of the money, a long-time supporter will provide a $25,000 match to the funds. “We have great momentum toward reaching our goal as we are over halfway toward $25,000 in just […]

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TLC Welcomes Barbara Goldentyer!

April 7, 2016

In February this year, Barbara Goldentyer joined TLC as an Americorps GEOS service member to develop environmental education programs and to form new partnerships between TLC and nearby underserved communities. Barbara is originally from Cary, North Carolina and earned her bachelor’s degree from Warren Wilson College in Asheville, North Carolina. Last year, she completed her master’s […]

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Earth Month Challenge!

March 31, 2016

Earth Month is bringing big things for Triangle Land Conservancy. There are several ways that donors can help support us this month: by regular donations, by trying a new online, local and organic grocery in the Triangle, Relay Foods, or by coming out to a “Tap Takeover” social event on Earth Day, April 22. The […]

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Springtime – The Time to Go Native!

March 23, 2016

It’s beginning to be that time of year again where the parking lots overflow at the garden centers and seemingly everyone is out working in their lawns and flower beds to prepare them for a new season. I thoroughly enjoy this time of year and enjoy the work that comes along with it. For some […]

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Spring is Near!

March 17, 2016

Are you ready to celebrate spring? Join TLC for a full day of exciting activities on March 26th in Chatham County to celebrate the first week of spring! The first event is a hike of White Pines Nature Preserve, TLC’s first preserve located in Chatham County. The hike will begin at 1pm and will last about […]

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Act Now: Wild Ideas Matching Challenge

March 10, 2016

Inspired by last night’s Wild Ideas for Getting Outside, TLC Board Member Norris Cotton and his partner Tracy Mancini agreed to donate $500 if TLC could get 50 membership donations following the event. Today, three more board members – Mark Soticheck, Larry Tombaugh, and John McAdams – have joined the challenge, agreeing to donate $500 […]

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March-ing into Spring!

March 2, 2016

I really enjoy the month of March. It’s a great transition from the cold of winter to the warm sunny days of spring. March is not only one of my favorite nouns, but it’s also an excellent verb. Here are some of my favorite uses of march: marching bands, March Madness (or March Sadness if […]

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