Resilient Forests
MountainTrue engages communities in safeguarding the treasures of our public lands, including wildlife, old growth forests and rare ecosystems. We believe the management of these lands should maintain and restore their ecological integrity and promote recreational opportunities.
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Seasonal Hikes
MountainTrue hosts several guided hikes in our WNC mountains to see some of the best views and natural habitats in the area. Hikes vary by year, so check out our events calendar for the most up-to-date information about our upcoming hikes.
Our Forest Work
Public Lands Protection, Policy and Planning
MountainTrue advocates for the protection of our national and state forests in addition to our national, state, county and city parks as a part of WNC public lands. We work collaboratively with stakeholders from the conservation, recreation and commercial sectors to ensure sustainable management of our public lands.
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The Western North Carolina Alliance, one of the organizations that merged to form MountainTrue, was instrumental to ending the practice of clearcutting locally. Today, we monitor every timber sale to ensure old growth and other special areas are protected and that road building is minimal.
Invasive Species Removal
Native species in our region are being pushed out by non-native invasive species throughout WNC public and private lands. MountainTrue through partnerships with local conservation organizations and governmental departments has carried out numerous non-native invasive species control projects to help restore native species to the region.
Forest News
Victory for Conservation: Protecting Pisgah & Nantahala National Forests!
Background graphic photo credit: Will Harlan w/ Center for Biological Diversity We are...
U.S. Forest Service abandons plans to recklessly log sensitive area of Nantahala National Forest after lawsuit
ASHEVILLE, N.C. — In response to a lawsuit from a coalition of conservation groups, the U.S....
MountainTrue Advocates for Environmental Priorities During Raleigh Lobbying Trip
At the beginning of May, the MountainTrue legislative advocacy team embarked on a lobbying trip to Raleigh, marking our first visit to the NC General Assembly’s short session. This trip was instrumental in advancing our legislative agenda and fostering meaningful conversations with key lawmakers. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Representatives Dudley Greene, Jimmy Dixon, Jake Johnson, Jennifer Balkcom, Eric Ager, Ray Pickett, and Senators Warren Daniel, Kevin Corbin, Tim Moffitt, and Julie Mayfield. We also appreciate the staff of House Speaker Tim Moore and Senate President Pro Tempore Phil Burger for their valuable time and engagement.
Letter to Our Members: We’re Going to Court to Protect Endangered Wildlife
On Thursday, April 18, MountainTrue, in collaboration with our partners at the Southern...
Conservation Groups sue Forest Service over Nantahala-Pisgah Forest Plan’s impact on endangered wildlife
ASHEVILLE, N.C. — This week, a coalition of conservation groups filed a lawsuit over glaring flaws...
TAKE ACTION to Protect Madison County Ridgetops
Let the Madison County Planning Board and County Commission know that the current 50’ setback defined in Madison County’s Ridge Protection ordinance should remain intact to affirm the protections that have been in place for 40 years. Take action here!