Joe Mountain Preserve donated to Foothills Conservancy

Recently, the Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina announced the donation of the 86-acre Joe Mountain Preserve, located in Alexander County, by The Humane Society Wildlife Land Trust. The preserve boasts an array of unique habitats, including rare glade systems, old-growth forests and over a dozen rare plant and animal species that are essential components of the region’s ecological health. This property has been rated “Exceptional” by the North Carolina Natural Heritage Program, highlighting its significant ecological value.