All About Land Trusts and SC’s Land Trust Network

In anticipation of the upcoming second-annual South Carolina Land Trust Days, we’re excited to share with you more information about what land trusts are, the role of the South Carolina Land Trust […]
The Lowcountry’s Sporting and Hunting Culture’s Impact on Conservation

Introduction The South Carolina Lowcountry is rich in history, and few aspects embody the region’s distinctive culture as much as its traditional sports and hunting. Characterized by a blend of […]
How Land Conservation Mitigates Flooding and Storm Damage

Introduction In recent years, the Lowcountry has witnessed an increase in severe weather events, from frequent heavy rainfall to powerful named storms. These events not only threaten our communities but […]
Meet Summer Intern Kelly Newton

Four collegians interned with Lowcountry Land Trust this summer across all aspects of programs and administration. You can read more about their unique experiences by clicking here. As summer draws to a close, […]
87 acres protected forever on Wadmalaw Island

Charleston County, SC –Lowcountry Land Trust has successfully recorded a conservation easement protecting 87 acres of pristine land on Wadmalaw Island in Charleston County. The property owner, Pat Ilderton, generously […]
Aly Petruch: Reflecting on her summer internship

Four collegians interned with Lowcountry Land Trust this summer across all aspects of programs and administration. You can read more about their unique experiences by clicking here. Lowcountry Land Trust is excited to […]
654 acres protected forever at Cooler Dairy Farm

Colleton County, SC – Lowcountry Land Trust is pleased to announce the successful protection of 654 acres at Cooler Dairy Farm, located in the headwaters of the Ashepoo River, just […]
Introducing GIS Intern Ellie Sekelsky

Four collegians interned with Lowcountry Land Trust this summer across all aspects of programs and administration. You can read more about their unique experiences by clicking here. We are thrilled to introduce Ellie […]
What foresters need to know about the WestRock paper mill closure

Introduction Lowcountry Land Trust has heard from many foresters in the months since the 2023 closure of the WestRock paper mill was announced. In an industry where proximity to a […]
Board and staff updates for fiscal year 2024

As we embark on a new fiscal year, Lowcountry Land Trust is excited to share some important updates regarding our dedicated board members and exceptional staff. Several esteemed members of […]