Kayakers enjoying Palmetto Peartree Preserve
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Buck Vauaghan,
Preserve Manager
919.967.2223, x14
bvaughan@conservationfund.org

Justin Boner,
Ecotourism Coordinator
919.967.2223, x23
jboner@conservationfund.org

Columbia Office Hours

Every Monday, beginning May 29, a staff member will be on site to answer any questions you might have about the Palmetto-Peartree Preserve. You can find us at the Preserve from 10:30am to 12:00pm and in our Columbia office (212 Main St.) from 12:15pm to 3:00pm. Be sure to stop by and say hello.

The Conservation Fund - North Carolina Office

P.O. Box 271
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Phone: 919-967-2223
Fax: 919-967-9702

Tyrrell County Visitor Center

203 South Ludington Drive
Columbia, NC 27925
Phone: 252-796-0723
Fax: 252-796-0303

Preserve Highlight

Escape the crowds and heat of summer, and spend a night on our camping platform at Hidden Lake. Make a reservation now.

Spotlight
Prescribed Burning
You may notice some signs of fire throughout the preserve, but do not be alarmed. We conducted prescribed burns in some of the loblolly pine forests during the winter and spring. This technique will help:
  • Improve wildlife habitat
  • Enhance and perpetuate pine forests
  • Reduce the risk of devastating fires
Donor Commitment
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  • Ensure gifts directly support conservation.