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Restoring and protecting our water quality for healthy ecosystems and recreational resources

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Working to safeguard our public forests and wildlife

Healthy Communities.

Helping communities throughout the Southern Blue Ridge Mountains improve the quality of development

Green Energy.

Supporting initiatives for clean, homegrown energy for a sustainable future

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Protect Public Lands in Cherokee County: Public Lands Are For The People – Not Private Developers

Jul 23, 2025

About the issue On April 21, 2025, the Cherokee County Commissioners unanimously adopted a Petition for Redress of Grievances to the US Government that states in part:...

High Country Watershed Outreach Assistant

Jul 22, 2025

Position Description The six-month, part-time position hosted by MountainTrue's Watauga Riverkeeper/High Country team is designed to provide comprehensive support for...

Big News: MountainTrue Launches Major River Cleanup Effort Across WNC

Jul 14, 2025

Dear MountainTrue Members & Friends, We’re thrilled to share a major milestone in our region’s recovery from Hurricane Helene. MountainTrue is partnering with the...

MountainTrue’s Helene Cleanup Crews: FAQ

Jul 14, 2025

MountainTrue's River Debris Cleanup Program After Hurricane Helene, MountainTrue is leading a monumental effort to help Western North Carolina recover and return to...

MountainTrue Cleanup Crew

Jul 14, 2025

Join the MountainTrue Cleanup Crew Good, honest work — for our rivers and our communities. After Hurricane Helene, MountainTrue is leading a monumental effort to help...