The city of Greensboro is partnering with the nonprofit Piedmont Land Conservancy to protect more than a hundred acres of historic woods.
During the midterms, Greensboro voters narrowly approved $11.5 million in parks and recreation bonds. Piedmont Land Conservancy will use $4 million to help buy the development rights to Guilford Woods. Executive Director Kevin Redding says the land will be conserved for generations to come.
"Just a wonderful place in a rapidly growing part of Greensboro. People are going to love that land for the next 100 or 200 years," he said.
The 140-acre forest borders Guilford College’s campus, and was once part of the Underground Railroad. It’s also home to hundreds of mature hardwood trees.
Piedmont Land Conservancy will ensure the woods are accessible to the public through what’s called a conservation easement, though Guilford College will maintain ownership.