As we dive into the heart of summer, we’re excited to share updates, and to highlight some of our most recent achievements like the launch of our new salt marsh nursery and share with you some upcoming events that celebrate our coastal heritage.
This month, our dedicated volunteers made remarkable progress restoring wetlands at Carolina Beach State Park by planting thousands of native grasses to protect vital coastal ecosystems. We also celebrated more than a decade of growth at our southeast office with the unveiling of a stunning new mural.
Celebrating Community, Restoration, and Commitment at the Coast. Recently the Federation organized marine debris clean-up efforts. This year’s annual Hatteras Island Oyster Roast was one for the record books, thanks to everyone who joined us.
As we dive into a new year here at the coast, we’re already gearing up for some exciting events for our members and friends. From annual oyster roasts to new exciting happenings, we have a lot in store for 2025 as we work to protect and restore the coast.
Oysters are often considered just a tasty dish at one of your favorite restaurants, but they actually play a vital role in the health of the coastal ecosystems they inhabit.
The Coastal Federation is looking back on a successful year. The oyster sanctuary network is celerbating a big milestone, and a new outside study shows just how valuable they are. Plus there are plenty of gifting options for the holidays that also support our work.
Check out the latest on the Coastal Federation’s activities, we’re now accepting applications for the 2025 Lost Fishing Gear Recovery Project, Great events are coming up, and we’ve got gift ideas for everyone on your list!
The Federation hosted the second annual Coastal STEM Career Fair for 90 students, and tickets are still available for the Taste of the Coast on August 3!
The Federation and partners have launched the NC Salt Marsh Action Plan, A group of Realtors joined staff at a living shoreline monitoring event, and Get your tickets now to join us at the Taste of the Coast Celebration and Pelican Awards in August!
The Federation and partners have launched the NC Salt Marsh Action Plan, A group of Realtors joined staff at a living shoreline monitoring event, and Get your tickets now to join us at the Taste of the Coast Celebration and Pelican Awards in August!
The final push to remove lost fishing gear for the year has wrapped up, The Federation is attending several events in honor of Earth Month and be sure to shop our exclusive apparel with Recover Brands in April.
Grab your tickets and join us at A Roast for the Coast in Wilmington! Several volunteer events are coming up that we hope to see you at, and did you know you can make an impact for generations to come.
The New Salt Marsh Program has a new director, Educators in the northeast welcome a group to the office, Lost Fishing Gear Recovery had a successful year, and Join us at the upcoming Roast for the Coast.
As 2023 winds down, I find myself reflecting on not only this year but the last 41. As you may have heard, I will be stepping into a new role at the Federation in 2024, and the highly capable Dr. Braxton Davis will be stepping in as Executive Director.
Join us for our upcoming Pelican Awards and Taste of The Coast Celebration, learn about the Cedar Island Oyster Sanctuary, Jones Island cleanup, Empower Wilmington and more!
Thank you to everyone who joined us at our 7th Annual Hatteras Island Oyster Roast on Feb. 1! This event was our biggest and most successful ever despite cool temperatures…
On March 30, staff at the North Carolina Coastal Federation’s northeast office educated visiting groups on the importance of oysters in North Carolina’s ecosystem, oyster biology, the federation’s oyster sanctuary…
The North Carolina Coastal Federation, North Carolina Sea Grant, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF)…