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Living Shorelines

Ushering in a New Year at the Coast

Central Office, Crab Pots, Cuisine, Educate, Living Shorelines, Marine Debris, News, Northeast Office, Oysters, Southeast OfficeBy Stacia StrongJanuary 16, 2025

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.

Restoring Wetlands and Coastal Celebrations

Central Office, Cuisine, Educate, Living Shorelines, News, Northeast Office, Pelican Awards, Restore and Preserve, Southeast Office, WetlandsBy Stacia StrongJune 20, 2024

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!

Saving Salt Marshes and The Return of the Coastal Cohorts

Central Office, Climate Change, Cuisine, Educate, Living Shorelines, News, Pelican Awards, Southeast Office, WetlandsBy Stacia StrongMay 16, 2024

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!

Celebrating the Coast

Living Shorelines, Marine Debris, Oyster Restoration, WetlandsBy NC Coastal FederationOctober 20, 2023

NC Coast wins big in state budget, Shellebrate the mighty oyster, building better docks, Jockey’s Ridge living shoreline progress and more!

Gearing up for Hurricane Season

Climate Change, Living Shorelines, Low Impact Development, Marine Debris, News, Oyster Restoration, Restore and PreserveBy Stacia StrongJune 22, 2023

News Roundup: Getting ready for hurricane season, restoring wetlands, State of Change on PBS, upcoming celebrations and a landmark year for oysters.

Spring in Full Swing

Central Office, Educate, Living Shorelines, News, Northeast Office, Oyster Growers, Oyster Restoration, Restore and Preserve, Southeast OfficeBy Lauren ColonairApril 19, 2023

Resilient Coasts for Future Roasts It’s not too late to register and join us at N.C. Oyster Summit: Resilient Coasts, Future Roasts in Raleigh on May 9 & 10th. This…

Coastal Happenings at the Federation

Central Office, Educate, Living Shorelines, News, Northeast Office, Oyster Growers, Oyster Restoration, Southeast OfficeBy Lauren ColonairFebruary 16, 2023

Roast for the Coast Supports Oyster Restoration It’s been several years since we’ve been able to host a big event in our southeast region, but this year we’re excited to…

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Surf City Living Shoreline

Living Shoreline Projects, Living ShorelinesBy Lauren ColonairJanuary 30, 2023

The Coastal Federation partnered with the Town of Surf City to install a 215-foot living shoreline designed and fabricated by Sandbar Oyster Company. This living shoreline is made from interlocking frames, together called the Oyster Catcher Substrate™ system, providing a tidal reef structure to optimize oyster growth. 

North Topsail Beach Living Shoreline

Living Shoreline Projects, Living ShorelinesBy Lauren ColonairJanuary 30, 2023

In 2022, the Coastal Federation partnered with North Topsail Beach to install a 175-foot living shoreline designed and fabricated by Sandbar Oyster Company.

Cheers to a New Year on the Coast!

Central Office, Crab Pots, Educate, Living Shorelines, Low Impact Development, Marine Debris, News, Northeast Office, Oyster Restoration, Restore and Preserve, Southeast Office, Stormwater, Wetlands, Year in ReviewBy Lauren ColonairJanuary 19, 2023

For the Coastal Federation, this new beginning is an opportunity to build on our successes in 2022 and continue our impactful work to protect and restore our stunning coast.

Falling in Love with Oysters

Advocacy, Central Office, Educate, Living Shorelines, News, Northeast Office, Oyster Growers, Oyster Restoration, Restore and PreserveBy Lauren ColonairOctober 20, 2022

Wild Oysters and What to Do with All Those Empty Shells The air is beginning to have that familiar fall chill and with the new season comes the beginning of…

Looking Back at a Busy Summer

Advocacy, Central Office, Educate, Living Shorelines, Northeast Office, Restore and PreserveBy Lauren ColonairAugust 18, 2022

Reaching New Audiences Through Touch Tank Tuesday The power of all people of diverse backgrounds coming together can make transformational differences in our communities. In a healthy estuarine ecosystem, there…

Summer Activities are Heating Up at the Coastal Federation

Central Office, Educate, Living Shorelines, News, Northeast Office, Oyster Restoration, Rain Gardens, Southeast Office, StormwaterBy Lauren ColonairJuly 15, 2022

Summer Campers build living shoreline in Pamlico County Interest continues to build around living shorelines, as a way to protect and stabilize eroding shorelines and we couldn’t be more excited.…

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A Summer Full of Federation Fun Has Begun

Climate Change, Educate, Living Shorelines, Restore and PreserveBy Lauren ColonairJune 14, 2022

Learn about Coastal Ecosystems during Touch Tank Tuesday Don’t miss an opportunity to roll up your sleeves and join in on an excellent learning experience with Touch Tank Tuesday. This…

Heading into Summer Fun on the NC Coast

Advocacy, Central Office, Climate Change, Educate, Living Shorelines, Marine Debris, Northeast Office, Restore and Preserve, Southeast OfficeBy Lauren ColonairMay 20, 2022

State of the River Panel On June first, Cape Fear River Watch will be hosting the first-ever ‘State of the River’ forum. During the event, our Coastal Scientist Kerri Allen…

Review of a Great Year

Advocacy, Educate, Living Shorelines, Marine Debris, Oyster Restoration, Restore and Preserve, Stormwater, Wetlands, Year in ReviewBy Lauren ColonairDecember 28, 2021

2021 is ending and as we begin to prepare for the new year ahead, the North Carolina Coastal Federation is also taking this time to reflect on our accomplishments during…

Shoreline Plantings Wrap Up Several Large Living Shoreline Projects

Central Office, Living Shorelines, News, Press Releases, Restore and PreserveBy Lauren ColonairJune 18, 2021

OCEAN, NC — This spring, the North Carolina Coastal Federation partnered with Carteret Community College, the Town of Oriental, Carteret County, the Town of Pine Knoll Shores, community volunteers, students and…

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Conservation Corps Partners with Coastal Federation to Restore Coast

Living Shorelines, Marine Debris, Press Releases, Restore and Preserve, StormwaterBy Lauren ColonairMarch 23, 2021

OCEAN, N.C. – This spring, Conservation Corps North Carolina (CCNC) will work alongside the North Carolina Coastal Federation to complete several restoration projects. This partnership is made possible by a…

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