Davidson Lands Conservancy was recognized as the “Outstanding Community Partner” at the 22nd annual Celebration of Service at Davidson College. The event was held on April 19 and hosted by the college’s Center for Civic Engagement, which recognized students, faculty, staff, alumni, student groups, and community members for “exemplary service and civic contributions to our
The Davidson Cornelius Child Development Center recently completed a makeover of its centerpiece playground, creating functional play spaces. But, cost overruns left the Center short on capital for landscaping. Fortunately, Davidson Lands Conservancy (DLC), through its TreesDavidson program, was able to help fulfill the landscaping vision through a partnership with the Davidson Rotary Club. Last
The Bragg family farm and barn provided the perfect setting for DLC Annual Board Retreat, held Saturday, April 2. The Bragg farm, positioned in the heart of the Ramah Creek Conservation Area, was established by the leadership efforts of Frank Bragg, a long-time, committed advocate for regional and statewide conservation. The retreat was particularly impactful
On Sunday, April 3, over 700 people flocked to Woodlawn’s STEAMfest, dedicated to science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities for children. DLC’s World of Wonder program hosted a booth where children matched animal tracks to native wildlife and created colorful prints of the footprints to take home. WOW plays a key role in this
On March 26, the Conservancy partnered with Davidson College’s outing club, Davidson Outdoors, to organize an informational bird walk at Fisher Farm. Town residents, college students, and members from each organization were joined by former DLC President and local naturalist Rob Van Epps as well as Davidson College Professor of Biology Mark Stanback. In addition
Dozens of packed trash bags, hundreds of pounds of wood debris, a truck load of plastic, and a dozen old tires. This haul was the result of some impressive team work, lots of girl-power, and many enthusiastic Davidson residents and volunteers. Saturday morning brought 50 smiling volunteers to Roosevelt Park for the Big Spring Clean
March 20, 2022 On a gorgeous spring Sunday, families gathered behind the Davidson K8 School for a hike through the woods to the Claire Alexander outdoor classroom. There the children experienced a one-ofa-kind nature music lesson by talented Jamie Hofmeister-Cline. Children collected sticks and used wire to attach sound makers like sea shells, wood beads,
NC CTAN Urges Davidson Communities to Preserve and Plant Urban Trees for Economic, Environmental, and Health Benefits. NC Arbor Day is a great time to act and benefit more from trees. DAVIDSON, N.C. – The North Carolina Community Tree Advocacy Network (NC CTAN) urges North Carolina homeowners, municipalities, businesses, and developers to honor Arbor Day
BSA Troop 5171, led by Dr. Wolfgang Christian, volunteered to clean up trash and clear trails at Beaty Park on February 26. Despite a cold, misty day, four indomitable Scouts filled nearly a dozen trash bags with litter. This event was coordinated by sophomore Aubrey McGee, who showed great leadership! Many thanks to these teens
The Davidson Lands Conservancy is now an affiliate of the North Carolina Wildlife Federation. We are excited for this affiliation which will enable us to partner closely with the NCWF and strengthen our commitment to preserving wildlife corridors; one of DLC's four pillars of conservation. About the North Carolina Wildlife Federation: Since 1945, the NCWF
