by Erin Estes | Mar 28, 2026 | Recreation and Creation in NC
A new pollinator garden, created in memory of Thomas Taulbee, is taking root beside the Cashiers Chamber of Commerce—honoring his legacy of kindness, community, and conservation while building a vibrant habitat that will bloom for generations.
by Erin Estes | Mar 28, 2026 | Recreation and Creation in NC
Beginning April 2, the Highlands Nature Center opens for a new season of hands‑on discovery, from the BioBlitz Boogy! in April to Herpetology Season in May, with programs, trails, and camps inviting visitors of all ages to explore the area’s biodiversity.
by Erin Estes | Mar 28, 2026 | Recreation and Creation in NC
Spring’s fleeting wildflowers are emerging across our forests, offering a brief, brilliant reminder of the rich biodiversity the Highlands‑Cashiers Land Trust works to protect.
by Erin Estes | Mar 28, 2026 | Recreation and Creation in NC
As April wavers between seasons, the forest floor briefly comes alive with spring ephemerals—fleeting wildflowers that bloom in a short window of light before disappearing underground once more.
by Erin Estes | Mar 28, 2026 | Recreation and Creation in NC
The sights and sounds of spring include this brightly costumed and melodious bird.