Our goal is to work with willing landowners to create a corridor for the Haw River Trail, preserve the open space and viewshed around the Trail, and advise landowners on how to be the best possible stewards of their land. In many cases, landowners are interested in donating their property, or in executing a conservation or trail easement. However, we also work with property owners who are merely seeking advice on how to best manage their property.

There are a number of grants, tax deductions and other programs that allow landowners to be compensated for protecting their property from development or allowing Haw River Trail access.  It is not necessary for landowners to stop occupying, farming or otherwise using their property in order to participate in these programs.  In some circumstances, landowners may be able to simply sell property located near the river for conservation or trail access.

Although none of these programs offer get rich quick schemes for landowners, the financial incentives available allow homeowners, farmers and others fair compensation for making unselfish choices about the future of their property.  To learn more about these programs, or to speak to us about the options available for your property, please contact us.