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Aiken Land Conservancy and the City of Aiken Permanently Protect Shaws Creek Preserve
One of the most significant conservation projects in Aiken County history has just crossed the finish line. On May 15th, Aiken Land Conservancy, an accredited land trust, closed on a…
Read MoreReaching the Wider Community
Land trusts like Aiken Land Conservancy are known, correctly, as organizations that conserve land. But, as many reading this know, the broader community must also value conservation if organizations like…
Read MoreExploring Aiken’s Natural Wonders with ALC’s Hike Series
The ALC Hike Series truly represents nature’s therapy at its finest! The monthly hikes continue to be the perfect blend of education, fitness, and fun. With each passing month, our hike…
Read MoreAdvocacy and the Aiken Land Conservancy
The Aiken Land Conservancy (ALC) is a non-profit organization defined by its mission, which is “to preserve Aiken’s unique character and natural and historic resources for present and future generations through advocacy and…
Read MoreA More Strategic Approach to Land Conservation
The accelerating pace of development is threatening important green spaces and natural habitats throughout Aiken County as well as within the city of Aiken. We all see the rise of…
Read MoreAn Exciting New Partnership: Aiken Land Conservancy Teams Up with Bartlett Tree Experts!
We’re thrilled to announce a dynamic new partnership between Aiken Land Conservancy (ALC) and Bartlett Tree Experts! With a rich history dating back to 1907, Bartlett Tree Experts stands as…
Read MoreNew Executive Director – Peter Kleinhenz
Dear Friends and Stakeholders: We are pleased to announce that Peter Kleinhenz has joined The Aiken Land Conservancy (ALC) as our new Executive Director. Peter comes to ALC from the…
Read MorePresident’s Letter
As the old cartoon so humorously conveys, Aiken has always been a haven for its visitors and residents. However, that haven is now under accelerating development pressure. Our beautiful community,…
Read MoreThe Sylvia Cullum Whitney Preserve
In December of 2022, the Aiken Land Conservancy and Eureka Partners (consisting of three brothers: Ray Bradford Whitney, Jr., George Bell Timmerman Whitney, Colwell Cullum Whitney) closed on a conservation…
Read MoreThe State of Aiken’s Trees
Aiken Streetscapes and Aiken Land Conservancy (ALC) have contributed funds over the past three years to assist the City in their ongoing proactive tree care. Over this winter, there has…
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