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Donovan Carpenter Wins Top 2024 Carson Conservation Scholarship Award
MountainTrue is excited to announce the 2024 winner of the Glenn F. Carson, II Memorial Conservation Scholarship: Graham County resident and Robbinsville High graduate, Donovan Carpenter. In high school, Donovan has been an honor student and an accomplished player in...
Sustainability for the French Broad River Runs Deep for Plēb Urban Winery
Asheville's River Arts District continues to thrive, drawing in tourists who eagerly explore its offerings on weekends. Amidst the buzz of activity, Plēb Urban Winery stands as a beacon, nestled in the heart of the action just off the greenway and overlooking the...
2024 Western North Carolina Conservation Priorities
Support and Protect our Mountain Waters – and the Jobs and Businesses that they Sustain Mountain rivers and streams are big business. A recent report conducted by economists at Western Carolina University found the total economic impact of the French Broad River is...
MT Raleigh Report: MountainTrue Advocates for Environmental Progress Amid North Carolina’s 2024 Legislative Session
This week marks the beginning of the 2024 session of the North Carolina General Assembly. With elections looming in the fall, many lawmakers would like to see the legislature get in and out of session as quickly as possible and avoid taking up controversial issues...
Press Release: 82% of North Carolina voters support state action to reduce single-use plastics
82% of North Carolina voters support state action to reduce single-use plastics RALEIGH, NC — In a new statewide poll of North Carolina voters, a significant majority expressed concern about the health impacts of plastics and said state lawmakers should take action to...
Help Us Thank the Boone Town Council for Taking Action Against Plastic Pollution
The Earth Day celebration continues: we have exciting news to share! The Town of Boone has passed a groundbreaking proclamation committing to eliminating single-use plastics and styrofoam from all municipal operations by the end of 2025. This bold move sets a...
Taking Action Against Plastic Pollution on Earth Day
Pictured: Local elected officials, MountainTrue staff, and community advocates pose with the French Broad Mermaid and the Plastic Bag Monster after the April 22 press conference in Woodfin, NC. Photo by Paul King. On Earth Day, April 22, a coalition of local...
Join MountainTrue’s Board of Directors!
MountainTrue seeks a diverse board representing its service areas, including different areas of expertise and life experiences. If interested, please complete the board member application and attach your CV/bio.
Press Release: MountainTrue Announces Kid’s Merchandise Design Contest in Celebration of Earth Day 2024
For immediate release: April 22, 2024 Western North Carolina – MountainTrue is thrilled to announce its first-ever Kid's Merchandise Design Contest, inviting budding artists aged 10-14 to showcase their creativity and love for the mountains. With the aim of...
Press Release: Asheville Celebrates the Eighth Anniversary of Michael Franti’s Support for the French Broad River with a Special Two-Night Music Event
For immediate release: April 16, 2024 Asheville, NC – This June, Asheville’s cherished summer tradition returns to the scenic banks of the French Broad River for its eighth year. Music icon Michael Franti, renowned for his global performances and deep...
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