2025 Accomplishments & What’s to Come
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…
Celebrating Volunteers and Restoration Success!
As we welcome another month, we reflect on the incredible progress we’ve made in protecting and restoring our beautiful coastal regions. This past month has been filled with inspiring volunteer initiatives, successful restoration projects, and exciting opportunities to get involved. We are truly grateful to everyone who has joined us in making a difference.
Celebrate, Protect, and Engage!
This October, we invite you to join us for some fantastic gatherings—from our much-anticipated Oyster Roast to engaging musical performances that celebrate our local culture. Your involvement is vital as we advocate for the protection of the Lower Cape Fear River and educate future generations about the importance of sustainable practices.
Fall on the Coast
As we transition into fall, there’s a palpable excitement in the air here at the Coastal Federation. September is bustling with activities, from our much-anticipated Taste of the Coast Celebration to National Estuaries Week. We’re thrilled to highlight our remarkable Pelican Award honorees, who embody the spirit of stewardship that drives our mission forward. With ongoing projects aimed at protecting our coastal habitats and water quality and upcoming events to celebrate our vital ecosystems, there’s no better time to get involved and support the health of our coast.
Meet the Winners
The Pelican Awards annually recognize exceptional contributions to protecting and restoring the North Carolina coast. 2025’s winners have shared their time and talents, through leadership, education, hands-on projects, and volunteer efforts, to inspire others and create lasting change.
August Adventures in Coastal Learning
As we dive into August, we’re pleased to share the latest updates, events, and stories from our dynamic coastal communities. This edition highlights the meaningful connections being made – from hands-on learning experiences with international students to engaging tours with engineering experts, all showcasing our shared commitment to protecting and enhancing our coastal environment. See highlights from recent events, opportunities to connect with fellow environmental enthusiasts, and details on upcoming celebrations that you won’t want to miss.
Great Events and Education on the Coast
We’re excited to share the latest happenings and opportunities along our beautiful North Carolina coast. From hands-on educational experiences with local students to inspiring events that celebrate our rich oyster heritage, there’s something for everyone to engage with and enjoy. Discover ways to support our initiatives, engage with local experts, and celebrate the vibrant environment that makes our coast so special. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or new to our mission, we invite you to connect, learn, and make a difference.
Summer Updates & Storm Preparations
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.
Wetlands, Murals, and Coastal Conversations
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
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.
Ushering in a New Year at the Coast
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.
Meet our 2025 Spring Interns
Please join us in welcoming our 2025 spring interns to the Federation.
Happy Holidays and We’ll See You in 2025!
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.
Tides of Change and Celebrating Coastal Progress
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 Coastal Federation and The Nature Conservancy Team up to Restore a Pocosin Forest
Recently the Coastal Federation’s interns and volunteers worked with The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and the NC Wildlife Resources Commission (WRC) to restore the forest on the Angola Bay Game Land in Pender County, NC.
Coastal Currents: Updates on Restoration, Exploration, and Celebrations!
Check out the latest on the Coastal Federation’s activities, including the removal of abandoned and derelict vessel, read the series on increasing wildfire risk in North Carolina, a farm-to-fork oyster experience, and educational excursions at Jockey’s Ridge State Park.
Around the Coast: Exciting Updates and Events Await!
National Estuaries Week brings lots of fun events and outreach opportunities, celebrate the might oyster this October during NC Oyster Month, and plenty of other great events!
Celebrating Coastal Stewards, Oysters, and Estuaries
A Successful Evening at the Coast Earlier this month, we had the privilege of recognizing a group of outstanding individuals, businesses, agencies, and organizations who have shown exceptional dedication to…