The North Carolina Coastal Federation invites community members and volunteers to build 100-linear feet of living shoreline at Morris Landing Clean Water Preserve. Volunteers will help install Sandbar Oyster Company’s OysterCatcher living shoreline system at low tide to join the mosaic of new structures at the site. This structure will protect the shoreline from erosion,…
DetailsStrengthening the Future of Coastal Leadership This month marked the launch of the Federation’s Coastal Leadership Institute! The cohort-based program brings together leaders from government, business, academia, nonprofit organizations, and coastal communities whose work shapes the future of the North Carolina coast. Through six immersive 2-day sessions held throughout the year, participants will learn from…
DetailsCome celebrate Earth Day with the Coastal Environmental Educators Network. This free event will take place at the Jockey’s Ridge State Park visitor center parking area. The event will bring together many Outer Banks organizations that offer environmental education, so you’ll be sure to learn something new from the groups that are working hard to…
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Join us in Nags Head for the 2025-2026 season of OBX Green Drinks, a popular monthly speaker series that brings together our Outer Banks community for an evening of networking, presentations on local environmental topics, and enjoying good food and drink.
DetailsA Toast to Tradition Each year, we are blown away by the love shown for one of our signature events, and this year was no exception! After a weekend of intense winter weather, we were thrilled to see so many people join us at our annual Hatteras Island Oyster Roast earlier this month. It was…
DetailsJoin local birding experts for an educational cruise on the White Oak River in Swansboro. The group will slowly cruise on a covered ferryboat through the estuaries in and around the White Oak River and Bogue Sound, including Huggins and Bear Islands, looking for resident and migratory birds. Participants will meet at the Lady Swan…
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Join us at Morris Landing Clean Water Preserve for a hands-on marine debris cleanup to protect our coastal waters!
DetailsJoin us for a shoreline cleanup in partnership with Fort Macon State Park and the Surfrider Foundation – Bogue Banks Chapter! One of the Coastal Federation’s primary initiatives is to reduce the amount of marine debris littering coastal marshes, beaches and waterways. Volunteers will meet at the Fort Macon State Park Visitors Center parking lot…
DetailsIn partnership with ThriveOBX, an initiative of Outer Banks Health and the Dare County Health Department, we are excited to share information about the Big Beach & Island Cleanup happening on Saturday, February 21, 2026. The goal is to have as many beach accesses cleaned as possible between Duck and Hatteras as well as to…
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Have questions about local advocacy efforts or coastal management issues? Join us for a casual and informative coffee chat with Kerri Allen, the North Carolina Coastal Federation’s Coastal Management Program Director and Coastal Advocate.
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Help us protect coastal wildlife and habitats at Hope Pole Creek Nature Trail. Volunteers will help to remove trash and debris items.
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As we settle into the New Year, we’re excited about everything this year has in store, from fan-favorite events coming up quickly to a renewed commitment to protecting and restoring our beautiful coast. The Federation’s staff is expected to have another busy year of oyster work in the Pamlico Sound, with several restoration projects set to begin soon, dozens of educational outreach events planned, and we’re getting closer to a major milestone in the fight against marine debris.
DetailsGreen Drinks is a casual monthly gathering for people who care about our coast. Whether you enjoy boating, beach days, or simply want to keep our waters clean and our communities strong, this is a relaxed space to connect with others, hear from local voices, and stay up to date on important coastal topics. Each…
DetailsGreen Drinks is a casual monthly gathering for people who care about our coast. Whether you enjoy boating, beach days, or simply want to keep our waters clean and our communities strong, this is a relaxed space to connect with others, hear from local voices, and stay up to date on important coastal topics. Each…
DetailsGreen Drinks is a casual monthly gathering for people who care about our coast. Whether you enjoy boating, beach days, or simply want to keep our waters clean and our communities strong, this is a relaxed space to connect with others, hear from local voices, and stay up to date on important coastal topics. Each…
DetailsGreen Drinks is a casual monthly gathering for people who care about our coast. Whether you enjoy boating, beach days, or simply want to keep our waters clean and our communities strong, this is a relaxed space to connect with others, hear from local voices, and stay up to date on important coastal topics. Each…
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Join the Coastal Federation on Monday, Jan. 19, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for a debris cleanup of the Federation’s adopted roadsides and adjacent areas.
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Reflecting on 2025 At the end of each year, we take time to reflect on the past year’s accomplishments. It’s impressive to see how much we achieved with the support of each one of you, as well as our coastal communities, local governments, volunteers, and many other partners. This year, our salt marsh team was…
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