AVL Watchdog photo by John Boyle

UNCA has other land holdings that are sitting idle and have already been cleared. Why destroy one of the last urban forests in Asheville? 

Photo by EP

Approx. 40% of trees in Buncombe county were damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Helene, per AVL Watchdog. It's more important than ever to save the trees we have left

Photo by Steve Atkins

UNCA's Urban Forest is a habitat for many species and a raptor nesting ground

The woods are cherished by UNCA students, faculty and staff, families, and the community 

We believe UNCA's Urban Forest is of greater value as a resource to educate its students than as developed land 

Photo posted in Save the Woods group

UNCA's woods have a storied and fascinating history worth preserving and some folks are buried here

Photo from James G. Martin Center 

We believe the public should have a say in deciding how this land is used

Photo by EP

The forest is an amazing place to enjoy or study plants and fungi within Asheville City limits and walking distance from UNCA

Photo from UNC Asheville 

Should universities be allowed to run or host businesses that aren't required to pay land property taxes?

Photo by EP

Many students are drawn to UNCA because of its high quality natural areas