Record #:

9012

Author(s):

Watts, Kathy Norcross

Abstract:

Watts describes the Tar River Land Conservancy's efforts to preserve the delicate balance of nature in the Piedmont by protecting the Tar River's upper basin. Conservation easement is one of the primary approaches in preserving lands with conservation significance. In its first seven years of operation, the TRLC has helped landowners protect 7,850 acres and 425,000 stream feet, or just over eighty miles of river.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 71 Issue 6, June 2007, p10-15, il, map Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Conservation of natural resources--Tar River; Conservation easements--Tar River

Record #:

10355

Author(s):

Watts, Kathy Norcross

Abstract:

Located on the Yadkin River in the Winston-Salem suburbs, Tanglewood Park is 1,316 acres of wildlife and opportunities for outdoor recreation. The park is owned by Forsyth County.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 72 Issue 10, Oct 2008, p14-19, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Parks--Forsyth County

Record #:

14324

Author(s):

Watts, Kathy Norcross

Abstract:

Watts discusses the work of the Piedmont Land Conservancy, which seeks to conserve farmlands, open spaces, and access to public spaces as well as private lands in the geographic center of North Carolina. Staff members tailor protection plans to meet the landowners' goals for their property. In its first twenty years, PLC has raised millions of dollars to protect over 17,700 acres.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 75 Issue 7, July/Aug 2011, p22-27, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Piedmont Land Conservancy; Conservation of natural resources--North Carolina, Piedmont; Land use--North Carolina, Piedmont