LOOK at these pink and purple leaves! Woah, they were so pretty! ❤ These are not photo shopped! (:
I’ve seen dark maroons before but never pink, wow!
LOOK at these pink and purple leaves! Woah, they were so pretty! ❤ These are not photo shopped! (:
I’ve seen dark maroons before but never pink, wow!
Even a few dollars helps! Please consider reblogging, if you’re not in a position to give. Help save this rare and beautiful forest, deep in Appalachia.
People keep wanting to know about things they can do to help save the planet. This is one way to do that.
Click here to support Crystal Nature Preserve organized by H W
Nature Preserve UPDATE!
Hello everyone! I’m meeting with the logger today, to share my ideas and voice my concerns about timber harvest on the property! I’m feeling optimistic, even though it is a bad situation! I didn’t get to meet with the land owners, but they are coming back to town on Satruday (October 20th, 2018), and I’m looking to meet with them then! They inherited the land, and have likely never set foot on it. I’m looking to shed some light on the natural “treasures” their property contains! I plan on taking them on a tour through photographs, and on foot, if they are interested in an adventure! I’m doing my best to stay hopeful, that they will hear me out and agree with my idea!
This week, I’m looking to gather as many donations as possible. Ideas are great, but money talks! If you were planning on donating, now is great time. Also… please share on all social media platforms! I have created a GoFundMe (due to your suggestion!), so please share it!!!
As you all know, this is extremely important to me! I need all the support I can get! I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your messages and support! It means the world to me, and hopefully will help persuade the deed owners. So much love you all!!
Help me save this wilderness!
Learn more about this forest, and my mission to create a nature preserve here !
GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/crystal-nature-preserve
Donate through paypal: ccnaturepreserve@gmail.com
or Ko-Fi: ko-fi.com/ccnaturepreserve
Email Contact: ccnaturepreserve@gmail.com

The beginning of a long and lovely journey. We’ve been exploring this land for years, but have only skimmed the surface. This particular spot is one of my favorites. A little clearing under the hemlocks, a stream wraps around the edge, and it’s just the most peaceful little spot. Many times I’ve sat here, motionless, in silence, and observed the forest, letting its thriving spirit sink into my bones. Today, it was extra beautiful, in the early morning sunlight. We invited a few friends who have never been here to come explore with us. I’m trying to also build up local appreciation and support for my cause. I’m trying to raise an army to protect this land.
Learn more about this forest, and my mission here !
Donate through paypal: ccnaturepreserve@gmail.com
or Ko-Fi: ko-fi.com/ccnaturepreserve
Help me save this wilderness!URGENT UPDATE!
Parts of this forest are soon to be logged ! ! !I received the devastating news today. I had a feeling that it was bound to happen, and that’s why I took action when I did. Thank you for all the support so far! But I need you NOW more than ever. I’m meeting with the land owners on Friday (Oct. 12th, 2018), they are coming from out of state. I’m going to share my plans and ideas, and encourage them that there are better options for this beautiful property!
I need your input!
I am gathering messages/ thoughts from you all, on WHY NATURE PRESERVES ARE IMPORTANT, especially in regions that are already nearly destroyed by man. I am going to print these messages and share them with the land owners!
SEND ME MESSAGES
Tell me why the forest is important to you, reasons forests should be preserved, logging effects on fragile environments/ the creatures who live there, etc. These messages can me anonymous or you can chose to include your name. Please, give me some support! This is very important to me!

This is a HUGE area. A panoramic of 14 photos! You all just don’t know how huge that boulder is haha
HELP ME SAVE THIS WILDERNESS!
I have a dream of turning this beautiful land into a nature preserve! If you have extra money, please consider a small donation, this forest is amazing, and it deserves protection! Be part of something great! ❤PLEASE REBLOG and spread this to as many people as possible!
I need all the help and support I can get!Donate through paypal: ccnaturepreserve@gmail.com

HUGE hemlocks line coves that loggers couldn’t reach. They thrive, untouched by man. Their ability to grow in the harshest of environments allowed them escape demise. I’d love to see what this tree has witnessed over the many years it has lived here! These old trees hold a very special place in my heart! ♥
Help me save this wilderness!
Learn more about this forest, and my mission here !
Donate through paypal: ccnaturepreserve@gmail.com
or Ko-Fi: ko-fi.com/ccnaturepreserveURGENT UPDATE!
Parts of this forest are soon to be logged ! ! !I received the devastating news today. I had a feeling that it was bound to happen, and that’s why I took action when I did. Thank you for all the support so far! But I need you NOW more than ever. I’m meeting with the land owners on Friday (Oct. 12th, 2018), they are coming from out of state. I’m going to share my plans and ideas, and encourage them that there are better options for this beautiful property!
I need your input!
I am gathering messages/ thoughts from you all, on WHY NATURE PRESERVES ARE IMPORTANT, especially in regions that are already nearly destroyed by man. I am going to print these messages and share them with the land owners!
SEND ME MESSAGES
Tell me why the forest is important to you, reasons forests should be preserved, logging effects on fragile environments/ the creatures who live there, etc. These messages can me anonymous or you can chose to include your name. Please, give me some support! This is very important to me!



This is so beautiful to me. We had just made it to the valley, where it’s moist, and lush. The Appalachians are like a temperate rain forest, honestly. I was just so happy to be in the wilderness, and so happy to be alive on a warm spring day. This photo captures a moment for me, as I stood there in awe of how beautiful our forest is. (: