North Carolina family protects 298 acres 214 years after buying land in 1811
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In a remarkable effort to maintain their agricultural heritage, a North Carolina family has successfully preserved 298 acres of land from development over seven generations. Acquired in 1811 by John W. Caldwell and Nancy Hartfield, this property operates as a working forest. The ...
In a remarkable effort to maintain their agricultural heritage, a North Carolina family has successfully preserved 298 acres of land from development over seven generations. Acquired in 1811 by John W. Caldwell and Nancy Hartfield, this property operates as a working forest. The enacted conservation easement guarantees that this land will remain untouched by housing or commercial ventures, earning recognition from conservation groups for their sustainable management practices.
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