Upstate Forever, Greenville, SC Videos
Videos by Upstate Forever in Greenville. Conservation organization protecting the critical lands, waters, and unique character of Upstate SC.
Introducing Generations: A Campaign for Upstate Forever
Big places like Table Rock. Little places like Soapstone Church. And all the parks, farmlands, forests, rivers, and lakes in between. These are the natural gems and cultural keystones Upstate Forever staff work day in and day out to protect.
Through the Generations Campaign, Upstate Forever is working to secure $7 million to to dig even deeper into our work to safeguard Upstate South Carolina’s natural resources as the region experiences significant growth and development.
We hope you’ll join us on this journey by visiting upstateforever.org/generations.
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Introducing Generations: A Campaign for Upstate Forever
Big places like Table Rock. Little places like Soapstone Church. And all the parks, farmlands, forests, rivers, and lakes in between. These are the natural gems and cultural keystones Upstate Forever staff work day in and day out to protect.
Through the Generations Campaign, Upstate Forever is working to secure $7 million to to dig even deeper into our work to safeguard Upstate South Carolina’s natural resources as the region experiences significant growth and development.
We hope you’ll join us on this journey by visiting upstateforever.org/generations.
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The days are getting longer, the sound of birdsong fills the air, and ephemeral wildflowers like the rare, exquisite, and exceedingly charming Oconee bells are once again in bloom. It can only mean one thing — spring is here!
Upstate Forever and The Tyger River Foundation, along with consultants from Bolton & Menk, Inc., are working to develop a master plan for the Tyger River Recreation Region. This proposed project encompasses 20 river miles in Spartanburg County and would provide 10 hours of class I – IV paddling, 10 public park spaces, and the Tyger River Nature Center. Now, we want to hear from you! 📣 Head to https://clients.bolton-menk.com/tygerriverplan/ to share your vision for the Tyger River by responding to the survey and / or comment map.
Get your limited edition anniversary t-shirt
Don't miss your chance to receive our 25th-anniversary tee!
When you make a gift of $25 or more at upstateforever.org/donate, we'll send you a limited edition anniversary t-shirt. Available in adult sizes S - 2XL while supplies last.
Spring is here
The days are getting longer, the sound of birdsong fills the air, and early bloomers like our state flower, Carolina jessamine, are once again awash with color. It can only mean one thing — spring is unofficially here! #daylightsavings
Summer Stewardship Sighting: Northern Whippoorwill Nest
Land Stewardship Associate Lauren Muller spotted a surprise while on a site visit to a protected property in Greenville County this week!
She spotted two eggs laying on the ground underneath pines near the edge of a forest. She had accidentally scared the mother bird, who stayed nearby flapping her wings to try to distract Lauren (a potential predator) from her nest. As it turns out, what she happened upon was the nest of one of her favorite bird species — the elusive Whippoorwill!
Whippoorwills are a ground nesting bird species that require hardwood or pine forests with little to no underbrush to lay their eggs, usually a clutch of two like Lauren spotted, directly on the forest floor. These nocturnal birds are seldom seen but are known for their mournful nighttime calls. Unfortunately, the loss of open understory forest and declines in their insect food sources have led to a major population decline of these beloved nightjars. Two strategies to protect this special species are conserving critical habitat and improving forest management practices.
What is a baseline visit?
Baseline reports are the foundation of successful land conservation and stewardship. Before the conservation agreement is finalized on any property Upstate Forever protects, members of our Land Conservation team thoroughly explore a property, taking note of conditions, plant species, signs of wildlife, water sources, and more.
Watch this video to virtually join our team on a site visit as they prepared the baseline report for the White Tract, a 300-acre property in northern Greenville County owned by the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism.