Sandhills Landowner Workshop and Field Tour

Keeping Forests Intact. Supporting Working Lands. Strengthening Futures. Date: October 20, 2026 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Location: Sandhills Research and Education Center 900 Clemson Road Columbia, SC 29229 Join Audubon South Carolina for an engaging workshop and field tour designed for private landowners in Upstate South Carolina. This event focuses on strategies that support the long-term economic viability of your land while helping you keep your property intact for future generations. Workshop Topics Include: • Getting to Know Your Woods • Financial Assistance for Landowners • Income Opportunities from Forests: Understanding Voluntary Carbon Markets • Promoting Native Understory Vegetation Through Prescribed Fire • Erosion Control • Bird-Friendly Forestry Tour & Understanding Conservation Easements Why Attend? South Carolina landowners are facing increasing pressure from development, rising costs, and changing markets. This workshop provides practical tools and resources that balance conservation with economic return, helping you keep your land productive, resilient, and intact. Hosted by Audubon South Carolina in partnership with Clemson Extension and other regional conservation professionals and experts. Workshop is FREE and includes lunch!