Working Lands in South Carolina

How forests are managed has major impacts on wildlife, water, climate resilience, and the long-term livelihoods of forest landowners. In South Carolina, 87% of the state's 12.9 million acres of forestland are privately owned, with over 8 million acres owned by families. Because of this, the future health and resilience of forests and wildlife habitat largely depend on how private lands are managed.

Audubon works with landowners and natural resource professionals to integrate bird habitat conservation with broader forest management goals. Our goal is to support landowners in keeping working lands intact while promoting forest management practices that provide economic, ecological, and recreational benefits to landowners and their communities.

Through this program, Audubon supports smaller landowners in implementing climate-friendly forestry practices that improve forest health, resilience, and wildlife habitat. Using our centers and sanctuaries as demonstration sites, we provide opportunities for landowners to see healthy forest management practices in action.

We offer a series of landowner workshops covering topics including prescribed fire, voluntary carbon markets, cost-share programs, and improved forest management. In addition, we provide onsite technical assistance to workshop participants, helping landowners make informed decisions for their forests that align with their goals.

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Upcoming Landowner Workshop Series

Keeping Forests Intact. Supporting Working Lands. Strengthening Futures.

Join Audubon South Carolina this fall for an engaging workshop and field tour series taking place across the state and designed for private landowners. These events focus on strategies that support the long-term economic viability of your land while helping you keep your property intact for future generations. Click the registration link for each workshop to learn more.

Upstate Landowner Workshop and Field Tour
Date: November 18, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: BearnLee Tree Farm, 4224 Highway 252, Laurens, SC 29630
REGISTER HERE