About Us
Conservatives Looking For Community.
Founded in 2026, the Pisgah Forest Young Republicans are dedicated to empowering the next generation of conservative leaders across Western North Carolina. Our mission is to amplify the voices of young conservatives in the region, ensuring that their ideas are represented in the political conversation.
Serving the counties of Buncombe, Henderson, Transylvania, and Polk, we are committed to fostering a strong, united community of young people who are passionate about making Western North Carolina thrive. By engaging in local politics, advocating for conservative principles, and mobilizing the next wave of leaders, we aim to Make WNC Great Again.
Join us in shaping the future of our communities, strengthening our conservative values, and driving change in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains!
Meet Abbi Carson
Chairwoman
Abbi is the co-founder and vice chair of FixBuncombe.com and serves as the Secretary for the Blue Ridge Republican Women’s Club. She hosts the podcast What’s Up Buncombe, where she engages with local, state, and national leaders to discuss current events and their efforts to drive positive change. A singer and musician, Abbi is also passionate about gospel and bluegrass music. She is now pursuing business classes to earn a marketing degree. Abbi is excited to embrace this new chapter and see where the Lord leads her.
Meet Katelyn Clubb
Vice-Chairwoman
Katelyn has been involved in the NCFYRs for 6 years! She has a deep passion for politics, previously serving as Vice-Chair and Chair. She has grown up in the Western North Carolina mountains and is proud to call them home! She has experience with campaigning groundwork and is excited for what the future has in store for Pisgah Forest YRs!
Meet Avery Carson
Secretary
Avery first got involved in Republican politics in 2024 while supporting something his wife was passionate about. Before long, that support turned into a full introduction to the world of Young Republicans—including being “drug along” to a State Convention and eventually the National Young Republican Convention, where he discovered he actually had a great time. After getting more involved, and with a little encouragement from his wife, Avery decided to run for Secretary and is excited to learn more in his new role. In his free time, he enjoys working on cars, trying new recipes in the kitchen, and hopes one day to pursue his dream job of becoming a truck driver.
