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SUMMARY:Green Drinks Morehead City
DESCRIPTION:Green 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 month\, we’ll highlight a different issue—like salt marsh restoration\, oysters\, or local happenings that impact the coast—and talk about how we can work together to protect the places we all enjoy. Grab a drink from the bar and join the conversation—these events are free and open to the public. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho: Anyone who loves our coast! \n\n\n\nWhat: A relaxed\, come-as-you-are meetup featuring a new coastal topic each month \n\n\n\nWhere: Rooftop Bar at Jack’s on the Waterfront – 513 Evans St\, Morehead City\, NC 28557 \n\n\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, Sep. 23rd \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\nSeptember’s Speaker \n\n\n\nOuter Banks Wildlife Shelter \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Outer Banks Wildlife Shelter\, or OWLS\, is a nonprofit wildlife hospital and education center serving eastern North Carolina. Started in 1988 by Stephanie Goetzinger as a small volunteer operation run out of her home\, it has grown into the region’s primary destination for injured\, sick\, and orphaned native wildlife —shorebirds\, raptors\, songbirds\, opossums\, squirrels and fawns — with a clinic open seven days a week. Their mission is to rehabilitate and release wildlife while educating the community about the importance of conservation\, work shaped by the same coastal pressures the Federation tracks: habitat loss\, pollution\, climate change\, and human-wildlife conflict.  \n\n\n\nJoin us to hear why intakes climb after storms and as coastal construction eats into habitat\, how a shelter that runs on donations and volunteers keeps its doors open year-round\, and what you can do to help — from what to do when you find an injured animal to the small changes around your own property that keep wildlife out of the clinic in the first place. \n\n\n\nLocation:
URL:https://www.nccoast.org/event/green-drinks-morehead-city-5/
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SUMMARY:Native Planting at Cedar Island Shoreline
DESCRIPTION:The Coastal Federation and Carteret County invite volunteers to help protect shoreline\, one plant at a time. Volunteers will plant upland grasses and perennial flowers to help protect this area from erosion and create wildlife habitat.  \n\n\n\nVolunteers will meet at the end of Mariners Village Lane by 10 a.m. and should wear weather-appropriate clothes that can get dirty. Closed-toed shoes that cover the foot are required. Volunteers should also bring a water bottle\, hat\, sunglasses and any medications needed. Snacks\, water\, sunscreen\, bug spray\, gloves and planting tools will be provided.  \n\n\n\nThis event is limited to 30 people and registration is required. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\nLocation:
URL:https://www.nccoast.org/event/native-planting-at-cedar-island-shoreline/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260828T140904Z
CREATED:20260804T165149Z
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SUMMARY:Shoreline Cleanup at Hoop Pole Creek
DESCRIPTION:Help us protect coastal wildlife and habitats at Hoop Pole Creek Nature Trail.  \n\n\n\nVolunteers will help to remove trash and debris items. This entire event will take place outdoors\, so please dress accordingly. Closed-toed shoes are required\, and sturdy shoes for walking in wet areas are also recommended. Boots are appropriate if you choose to walk along the water’s edge. Trash bags\, gloves and other cleanup materials will be provided. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis project is part of the Federation’s overall effort to ensure the North Carolina coast is free of marine debris. We hope you can join us! \n\n\n\nIf you plan to attend\, please register so we can plan supplies accordingly.  \n\n\n\nClick here for more information on how the Federation plans to tackle marine debris.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\nLocation:
URL:https://www.nccoast.org/event/shoreline-cleanup-at-hoop-pole-creek/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T120000
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SUMMARY:Birding Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. \n\n\n\nParticipants will meet at the Lady Swan Boat Tours dock in downtown Swansboro and are asked to bring their binoculars\, water\, and a snack\, and dress appropriately for the weather. The program fee is $35. All ages are welcome\, though the program is geared toward adults and older children. \n\n\n\nTo register\, click here\, and select “Book Now” then “Birding Cruise on the Lady Swan”. You’ll see a calendar to the right of the page with different dates (highlighted in green) to choose from. You can also call Lady Swan Tours at (910) 325-1200 for help with registration. There is a maximum of 24 participants. \n\n\n\n\nPhoto Courtesy: Lady Swan Boat Tours\n\n\n\nPhoto Courtesy: Lady Swan Boat Tours\n\n\n\nPhoto Courtesy: Lady Swan Boat Tours\n\n\n\n\nContact:  \n\n\n\nJane Simpson \n\n\n\n(910) 325 – 1200 \n\n\n\nladyswantours.com \n\n\n\nEmail \n\n\n\nLocation:
URL:https://www.nccoast.org/event/birding-cruise-3/2026-10-25/
CATEGORIES:Birding Cruises
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T193000
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SUMMARY:Green Drinks Morehead City
DESCRIPTION:Green 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 month\, we’ll highlight a different issue—like salt marsh restoration\, oysters\, or local happenings that impact the coast—and talk about how we can work together to protect the places we all enjoy. Grab a drink from the bar and join the conversation—these events are free and open to the public. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho: Anyone who loves our coast! \n\n\n\nWhat: A relaxed\, come-as-you-are meetup featuring a new coastal topic each month \n\n\n\nWhere: Rooftop Bar at Jack’s on the Waterfront – 513 Evans St\, Morehead City\, NC 28557 \n\n\n\nWhen: One Thursday a month from 5:30–7:30 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApril’s Speaker \n\n\n\nTBD \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.nccoast.org/event/green-drinks-morehead-city-2/2026-10-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T100000
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SUMMARY:Shoreline Cleanup at Fort Macon State Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a shoreline cleanup! One of the Coastal Federation’s primary initiatives is to reduce the amount of marine debris littering coastal marshes\, beaches and waterways. Together with Fort Macon State Park\, we invite volunteers to help clean up litter along the soundside.  \n\n\n\nVolunteers will meet at the Fort Macon State Park Bathhouse parking lot by 10 a.m. on Thursday\, November 5. Please meet by the parked white Ranger pickup truck\, which will guide everyone out to the salt marsh as a group. \n\n\n\nPlease wear weather appropriate clothing that may get wet and dirty. Closed-toe shoes are required\, and boots are recommended\, as this marsh site is very muddy. Trash collection supplies\, gloves\, water\, sunscreen and bug spray will be provided.  \n\n\n\nThis event is weather dependent. Please register below to reserve your spot. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\nLocation:
URL:https://www.nccoast.org/event/shoreline-cleanup-at-fort-macon-state-park/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T113000
DTSTAMP:20260828T161426Z
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SUMMARY:Ask an Advocate
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nThis is a great opportunity to gain insights into coastal management strategies\, discuss pressing local and state issues\, and get your questions answered in a relaxed setting. Whether you’re a concerned citizen\, student\, or professional\, this event offers a unique chance to connect with an expert and engage in meaningful conversations about protecting our coast. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReserve your spot here!\n\n\n\n\nLocation:
URL:https://www.nccoast.org/event/ask-an-advocate-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T120000
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SUMMARY:Birding Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. \n\n\n\nParticipants will meet at the Lady Swan Boat Tours dock in downtown Swansboro and are asked to bring their binoculars\, water\, and a snack\, and dress appropriately for the weather. The program fee is $35. All ages are welcome\, though the program is geared toward adults and older children. \n\n\n\nTo register\, click here\, and select “Book Now” then “Birding Cruise on the Lady Swan”. You’ll see a calendar to the right of the page with different dates (highlighted in green) to choose from. You can also call Lady Swan Tours at (910) 325-1200 for help with registration. There is a maximum of 24 participants. \n\n\n\n\nPhoto Courtesy: Lady Swan Boat Tours\n\n\n\nPhoto Courtesy: Lady Swan Boat Tours\n\n\n\nPhoto Courtesy: Lady Swan Boat Tours\n\n\n\n\nContact:  \n\n\n\nJane Simpson \n\n\n\n(910) 325 – 1200 \n\n\n\nladyswantours.com \n\n\n\nEmail \n\n\n\nLocation:
URL:https://www.nccoast.org/event/birding-cruise-3/2026-11-15/
CATEGORIES:Birding Cruises
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T100000
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SUMMARY:Birding Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Join 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. \n\n\n\nParticipants will meet at the Lady Swan Boat Tours dock in downtown Swansboro and are asked to bring their binoculars\, water\, and a snack\, and dress appropriately for the weather. The program fee is $35. All ages are welcome\, though the program is geared toward adults and older children. \n\n\n\nTo register\, click here\, and select “Book Now” then “Birding Cruise on the Lady Swan”. You’ll see a calendar to the right of the page with different dates (highlighted in green) to choose from. You can also call Lady Swan Tours at (910) 325-1200 for help with registration. There is a maximum of 24 participants. \n\n\n\n\nPhoto Courtesy: Lady Swan Boat Tours\n\n\n\nPhoto Courtesy: Lady Swan Boat Tours\n\n\n\nPhoto Courtesy: Lady Swan Boat Tours\n\n\n\n\nContact:  \n\n\n\nJane Simpson \n\n\n\n(910) 325 – 1200 \n\n\n\nladyswantours.com \n\n\n\nEmail \n\n\n\nLocation:
URL:https://www.nccoast.org/event/birding-cruise-3/2026-12-06/
CATEGORIES:Birding Cruises
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