Our Mission
The Balsam Mountain Trust inspires people to be responsible stewards of the natural and cultural resources of the southern Blue Ridge Mountains through education and conservation leadership.
Upcoming Events
We have no Public Programs scheduled at this time. Check back with us soon! Contact us at admin@bmtrust.org for more information.
Content Warning: Live Feeding
Our crawfish here at the nature center (affectionately called Miss Pinchy) is having a lovely worm for lunch!
#FunFact Did you know that crawfish are decapods? Meaning they have 10 legs: 2 pincers and 8 for walking. But they also have 8 leg-like appendages under their tails for swimming!
Our crawfish here at the nature center (affectionately called Miss Pinchy) is having a lovely worm for lunch!
#FunFact Did you know that crawfish are decapods? Meaning they have 10 legs: 2 pincers and 8 for walking. But they also have 8 leg-like appendages under their tails for swimming!
Interesting Facts
Plant Species
Bird of Prey Ambassadors
Acres of Preserve Land
$ Raised for Trust Conservation Grant
Schools in Adopt-a-School Program
People Reached in 2018
Help Protect the Preserve
Every little bit helps us take care of our animal ambassadors and bring conservation education to Western Carolina communities.
Want to Live Here?
Residents of Balsam Mountain Preserve have exclusive access to Trust events and BMP trails. Check out the Preserve’s site for sales information.