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254									<h3><a href="/blog/flora-fauna/give-these-native-spring-weeds-a-chance-and-support-local-pollinators">Give these native spring &#039;weeds&#039; a chance and support local pollinators</a></h3>
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256																			<a href='/blog/flora-fauna/give-these-native-spring-weeds-a-chance-and-support-local-pollinators'>
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270									<div class="callout">
271										May 19, 2026
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273									
274									<p>Think twice before pulling up these common spring wildflowers that are often considered weeds — local pollinators will thank you! </p>
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276																			<p><a href="/blog/flora-fauna/give-these-native-spring-weeds-a-chance-and-support-local-pollinators" class="button"> Read More</a></p>
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280									<h3><a href="/blog/land-conservation/recently-protected-properties">Recently protected properties</a></h3>
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297										May 14, 2026
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300									<p>UF&#039;s nationally accredited land trust recently worked with landowners and partners to close on more than 2,100 additional acres of conservation easements across seven counties.</p>
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302																			<p><a href="/blog/land-conservation/recently-protected-properties" class="button"> Read More</a></p>
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306									<h3><a href="/blog/land-conservation/spotlight-on-upstate-land-conservation-fund">Spotlight on: Upstate Land Conservation Fund</a></h3>
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308																			<a href='/blog/land-conservation/spotlight-on-upstate-land-conservation-fund'>
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323										May 13, 2026
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326									<p>The first of its kind in South Carolina, the Upstate Land Conservation Fund (ULCF) unites the missions and expertise of local conservation groups to accelerate the protection of our most special natural places.</p>
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328																			<p><a href="/blog/land-conservation/spotlight-on-upstate-land-conservation-fund" class="button"> Read More</a></p>
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332									<h3><a href="/blog/special-places/day-trips">Day Trips: Explore Upstate South Carolina</a></h3>
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349										May 13, 2026
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352									<p>Our staff have compiled some quick and easy day trips across Upstate South Carolina to help you connect with the natural wonders that sustain our life, health, and happiness.</p>
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354																			<p><a href="/blog/special-places/day-trips" class="button"> Read More</a></p>
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358									<h3><a href="/blog/special-places/relax-by-the-water-in-anderson-county">Relax by the water in Anderson County</a></h3>
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360																			<a href='/blog/special-places/relax-by-the-water-in-anderson-county'>
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375										May 12, 2026
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377									
378									<p>If you’re looking for a restorative, slow-paced outdoor day, cast a line or take a peaceful walk where forest trails meet the water.</p>
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380																			<p><a href="/blog/special-places/relax-by-the-water-in-anderson-county" class="button"> Read More</a></p>
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384									<h3><a href="/blog/special-places/chase-waterfalls-and-mountain-bike-adventure-in-oconee-county">Chase waterfalls and mountain bike adventure in Oconee County</a></h3>
385									
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401										May 12, 2026
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403									
404									<p>Lace up your hiking boots or bring a kayak — this corner of SC rewards those willing to explore.</p>
405									
406																			<p><a href="/blog/special-places/chase-waterfalls-and-mountain-bike-adventure-in-oconee-county" class="button"> Read More</a></p>
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410									<h3><a href="/blog/special-places/explore-cool-urban-greenways-in-spartanburg-county">Explore cool urban greenways in Spartanburg County</a></h3>
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456									<p>Pack a picnic basket and hop in your car for a drive along the Cherokee Foothills Scenic Highway. Your destination? Some of the most iconic sights in South Carolina.</p>
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