Conservation fund to open Jimmy Carter’s Georgia farm to public recreation
The Guardian reported that a conservation group has acquired former President Jimmy Carter’s family farm in southwest Georgia.
The Guardian reported that a conservation group has acquired former President Jimmy Carter’s family farm in southwest Georgia. The Conservation Fund said it intends to keep the 2,458‑acre (995‑hectare) property near Plains, Georgia, under permanent protection. Officials announced plans to open the land for hunting, fishing and other outdoor activities as early as 2027. The group also said it will transfer the farm to the state’s natural resources department in 2028, ensuring long‑term public stewardship.
The acquisition reflects the farm’s role in shaping Carter’s personal conservation ethic, according to the announcement. By converting the private acreage into a publicly accessible recreation area, the fund aims to preserve the landscape while offering residents and visitors new opportunities for outdoor pursuits.
Why it matters
The move secures a historic piece of land for conservation and public use, extending Carter’s environmental legacy.
Key details
- Location
- United States · Americas
- Reported by
- The Guardian
- First reported
- Key names
- Jimmy Carter’s Georgia, Jimmy Carter, Georgia, Conservation Fund
- Section
- Environment
Sources
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- The GuardianJimmy Carter’s Georgia farm to open to the public: ‘This land shaped him and his legacy’
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