Protecting the Landscape

These partners share our commitment to protecting the natural lands, waters, and native species of the southern Appalachians — through land conservation, wildlife stewardship, and habitat restoration.

Balsam Mountain Trust Visit
Blue Ridge Bird Observatory Visit
Highlands Cashiers Land Trust Visit
Highlands Plateau Audubon Society Visit
Little Tennessee Native Fish Conservation Area Visit
Mainspring Conservation Trust Visit
North Carolina Biodiversity Project Visit
Tennessee River Basin Network Visit

Science at the Regional Scale

HBS works alongside state and federal agencies whose missions intersect with biodiversity research, field science, and environmental education across the southern Appalachians.

National Science Foundation Visit
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission Visit
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Visit
U.S. Forest Service Visit

Growing the Next Generation

From local schools to national field station networks, these partners help HBS extend science education and public engagement far beyond our campus.

Macon County Schools Visit
Mountain Findings Visit
North Carolina Science Network Visit
Organization of Biological Field Stations Visit
Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School Visit

Rooted in Highlands

These local organizations reflect the deep community investment in the natural and cultural heritage of the Highlands Plateau — and our shared commitment to the place we all call home.

Cullasaja Women's Outreach Visit
Grow Native (HCLT Coalition) Visit
Laurel Garden Club Visit
Mountain Garden Club Visit
Rotary Club of Highlands Visit