The Appalachian Trail Conservancy has announced nearly $500,000 in grants for conservation organizations, including some in Western North Carolina.

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High visitation has taken a toll on the unique and fragile alpine ecosystem atop the Northeast’s highest peak.

A coalition of environmental groups is challenging a conservation plan proposed by Central Maine Power as part of its permit to develop a new electric transmission line through western Maine. The ...

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High visitation is impacting Mount Washington's fragile alpine ecosystem. A summit assessment reveals the need for improved visitor management.