Balsam Mountain Trust is a 501 c (3) Nonprofit Organization

Located in Sylva, NC that seeks to conserve the Southern Blue Ridge Mountains through education and responsible stewardship.
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We Chronicle the Natural Wonders of Balsam Mountain Preserve

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6th Annual BirdFest

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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

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May
2022
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Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust’s Village Nature Series

 Village Green Commons, Cashiers, NC

Get acquainted with live animals that call these mountains home! Prepare to walk away with a deeper knowledge of the region and real actions you can take to help your animal neighbors.

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June
2022
} Wednesday, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

Summer @ the Library: Oceans of Possibilities

 Madison County Public Library, Marshall, NC

Trust naturalists and animal ambassadors will dive into this year's Summer Library Reading Theme: Oceans of Possibilities! 

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July
2022
} Monday, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

Summer @ the Library: Oceans of Possibilities

 Hot Springs Library, Hot Springs, NC

Trust naturalists and animal ambassadors will dive into this year's Summer Library Reading Theme: Oceans of Possibilities! 

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Balsam Mountain TrustSunday, May 15th, 2022 at 1:00am
We asked our previous AmeriCorps member what she's doing now. She told us about all the amazing work she's doing that happens to coincide with Bird Week!
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Bird of Prey Ambassadors

Research Projects Facilitated

$ Raised for Trust Conservation Grant

Schools in Adopt-a-School Program

People Reached in 2021

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Every little bit helps us take care of our animal ambassadors and bring conservation education to Western Carolina communities.

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Residents of Balsam Mountain Preserve have exclusive access to Trust events and BMP trails. Check out the Preserve’s site for sales information.

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