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SUMMARY:2025-2026 OBX Green Drinks
DESCRIPTION: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. OBX Green Drinks is held monthly from October through March at Waverider’s in Nags Head. The OBX Green Drinks Series is free\, with food and drinks available for purchase. \n\n\n\nTo kick this new season\, we will be shellebrating N.C. Oyster Month on Thursday\, October 9\, alongside special guest Dr. Tal Ben-Horin\, Assistant Professor of shellfish pathology at NC State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Refreshments will be provided. \n\n\n\nDr. Ben-Horin’s research focuses on oyster genetics to identify traits that make certain oysters more resilient and better able to survive.  The popular delicacies have become a $27 million aquaculture industry in North Carolina\, but have been plagued by mass die-offs. Ben-Horin\, whose home base is the NC State Center for Marine Sciences and Technology on the NC coast in Morehead City\, has been studying the survivors.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMark your calendar for the full 2025-2026 OBX Green Drinks Series: \n\n\n\n\nOctober 9 \n\n\n\nNovember 13\n\n\n\nDecember 10\n\n\n\nFebruary 12\n\n\n\nMarch 12\n\n\n\n\nCheck back soon for information on the confirmed speakers and topics for each date!
URL:https://www.nccoast.org/event/2025-2026-obx-green-drinks/2026-01-08/
LOCATION:Waveriders\, 3022 S. Croatan Hwy\, Nags Head\, NC\, 27959\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coastal Speaker Series,Food,Northeast Region Events,Outreach
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SUMMARY:NC Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of fun and oysters at in Beaufort!  \n\n\n\nThe Backstreet Pub is hosting an oyster roast to benefit the Coastal Federation and we’re so grateful. Oysters are free\, and donations can be made at the Federation’s education table. There will be live music by the Mac & Juice Duo. We hope to see you there so we can celebrate the coast together! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation:
URL:https://www.nccoast.org/event/nc-fest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T180000
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SUMMARY:2025-2026 OBX Green Drinks
DESCRIPTION: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. OBX Green Drinks is held monthly from October through March at Waverider’s in Nags Head. The OBX Green Drinks Series is free\, with food and drinks available for purchase. \n\n\n\nTo kick this new season\, we will be shellebrating N.C. Oyster Month on Thursday\, October 9\, alongside special guest Dr. Tal Ben-Horin\, Assistant Professor of shellfish pathology at NC State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Refreshments will be provided. \n\n\n\nDr. Ben-Horin’s research focuses on oyster genetics to identify traits that make certain oysters more resilient and better able to survive.  The popular delicacies have become a $27 million aquaculture industry in North Carolina\, but have been plagued by mass die-offs. Ben-Horin\, whose home base is the NC State Center for Marine Sciences and Technology on the NC coast in Morehead City\, has been studying the survivors.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMark your calendar for the full 2025-2026 OBX Green Drinks Series: \n\n\n\n\nOctober 9 \n\n\n\nNovember 13\n\n\n\nDecember 10\n\n\n\nFebruary 12\n\n\n\nMarch 12\n\n\n\n\nCheck back soon for information on the confirmed speakers and topics for each date!
URL:https://www.nccoast.org/event/2025-2026-obx-green-drinks/2025-12-10/
LOCATION:Waveriders\, 3022 S. Croatan Hwy\, Nags Head\, NC\, 27959\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bradley Creek Elementary School Rain Garden Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:Help the North Carolina Coastal Federation staff and volunteers maintain the rain garden at Bradley Creek Elementary School in Wilmington. This project is part of the Bradley and Hewletts Creeks Watershed Restoration Plan\, aimed at reducing polluted runoff that flows into the creeks. Rain gardens and wetlands play a crucial role in filtering runoff\, protecting water quality\, preventing swim advisories and shellfish closures\, reducing flood risks\, and providing wildlife habitats. \n\n\n\nVolunteers will remove invasive plants\, pull weeds\, prune trees\, and spread mulch in the existing rain gardens. All tools\, supplies\, snacks\, and refreshments will be provided. This event is open to the public and suitable for all ages. Whether you want to get your hands dirty or simply learn how to protect your local creeks\, join us for a fun\, educational day! The rain garden also serves as a living classroom for students to learn about water quality and stormwater pollution solutions. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.nccoast.org/event/bradley-creek-elementary-school-rain-garden-maintenance/
LOCATION:Bradley Creek Elementary School\, 6211 Greenville Loop Road \, Wilmington\, NC\, 28409-2399\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southeast Coastal Ambassadors,Southeast Region Events,Volunteer
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SUMMARY:Town of Manteo Fall Litter Pick up
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Coastal Federation will join forces with the Town of Manteo for a volunteer event to pick up trash and debris along the Manteo waterfront. \n\n\n\nVolunteers are invited to gather at the Roanoke Island Maritime Museum at 8:45 am to pick up supplies and get instructions. Then volunteers will disperse in groups and spend a couple of hours scouring the town for litter. Help us make Manteo shine\, reduce coastal marine debris and have fun with your neighbors\, all while keeping Roanoke Island beautiful. \n\n\n\nAll of the necessary cleanup materials will be provided. Come in your work clothes\, be sure to wear sturdy\, closed toe shoes. This event is held in honor of Rodney “Crow” Murray\, a longtime employee of the Town of Manteo. \n\n\n\nJoin us as we partner with the Town of Manteo for the annual Fall Litter Cleanup to keep Shallowbag Bay clean\, safe and beautiful.
URL:https://www.nccoast.org/event/town-of-manteo-fall-litter-pick-up/
LOCATION:Roanoke Island Maritime Museum\, Creef Boathouse\, 104 Fernando Street\, Manteo\, NC\, 27954\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marine Debris,Northeast Region Events,Volunteer
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SUMMARY:2025-2026 OBX Green Drinks
DESCRIPTION: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. OBX Green Drinks is held monthly from October through March at Waverider’s in Nags Head. The OBX Green Drinks Series is free\, with food and drinks available for purchase. \n\n\n\nAt our November OBX Green Drinks\, we will be welcoming Wes Snyder of Wes Snyder Photography.  Wes has a remarkable talent for showcasing both the natural beauty of the Outer Banks and the pressing coastal management challenges facing our coastal communities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHe is especially known for his stunning nighttime photography\, capturing the Outer Banks under the stars. From the dark skies above offshore sandbars\, Wes brings the breathtaking beauty of the Milky Way and the night sky into the homes of those near and far who love our coastal landscape. His work offers a powerful bridge between art and science\, weaving together the creative and scientific spirit of the Outer Banks’ interwoven community. \n\n\n\nMark your calendar for the full 2025-2026 OBX Green Drinks Series: \n\n\n\n\nDecember 10\n\n\n\nJanuary 8\n\n\n\nFebruary 12\n\n\n\nMarch 12\n\n\n\n\nCheck back soon for information on the confirmed speakers and topics for each date!
URL:https://www.nccoast.org/event/2025-2026-obx-green-drinks-2/
CATEGORIES:Coastal Speaker Series,Food,Northeast Region Events,Outreach
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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.Volunteers will meet at the Fort Macon State Park Bathhouse parking lot by 10 a.m. on November 4. Please meet by the parked white Ranger pickup truck\, which will guide everyone out to the salt marsh as a group.Please 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.This event is weather-dependent. Please register below to reserve your spot. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.nccoast.org/event/shoreline-cleanup-at-fort-macon-state-park/
LOCATION:Fort Macon State Park Bathhouse\, Picnic Park Dr\, Atlantic Beach\, North Carolina\, 28512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Region Events,Marine Debris,Volunteer
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SUMMARY:King Mackerel & the Blues are Running
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a performance of the long-running KING MACKEREL & THE BLUES ARE RUNNING\, a night of music and stories about fishing and life along the Carolina coastline. The night will be full of tall tales and rollicking songs told by The Coastal Cohorts\, an adventure you don’t want to miss.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet your tickets or sponsor today!  \n\n\n\n\nSponsorships & Tickets Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation:
URL:https://www.nccoast.org/event/king-mackerel-the-blues-are-running/2025-10-25/
CATEGORIES:Central Region Events,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T190000
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SUMMARY:King Mackerel & the Blues are Running
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a performance of the long-running KING MACKEREL & THE BLUES ARE RUNNING\, a night of music and stories about fishing and life along the Carolina coastline. The night will be full of tall tales and rollicking songs told by The Coastal Cohorts\, an adventure you don’t want to miss.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet your tickets or sponsor today!  \n\n\n\n\nSponsorships & Tickets Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation:
URL:https://www.nccoast.org/event/king-mackerel-the-blues-are-running/2025-10-24/
CATEGORIES:Central Region Events,Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:2025 Roast for the Coast!
DESCRIPTION:Join the North Carolina Coastal Federation this fall in the scenic gardens of the New Hanover County Arboretum for our 2025 oyster roast\, A Roast for the Coast! Gather with friends for a classic oyster roast with steamed local North Carolina oysters as well as a low-country boil\, vegetarian options\, and other southern favorites. Registration includes two drink tickets for wine or beer\, plus unlimited non-alcoholic beverages.  \n\n\n\nProceeds from this event will support the Federation’s local efforts to restore our native oysters\, including recycling oyster shells to support new oyster reefs coastwide and restoring new local reefs in the lower Cape Fear River. This event is rain or shine\, so please dress for the weather! \n\n\n\nBack again this year is the outstanding silent auction featuring the best of the coast. Set up your bidding profile in advance\, and you’ll be able to place bids easily from your phone at the event\, from bidding stations with the help of volunteers\, or even at home if you’re not able to attend. Please click here to set up your bidding profile (Click “Get Started”)- and be sure to use a good mobile number so you can receive updates on your favorite items! \n\n\n\nAbout our Host: \n\n\n\nThe New Hanover County Arboretum is a beautiful public garden demonstrating the best plant species for southeastern North Carolina landscapes\, proper horticultural techniques\, aesthetic design\, environmental stewardship\, and research. Guests will have access to the garden and an indoor space in the event of inclement weather. The Arboretum requests that children under 16 years of age be accompanied by an adult at all times and that all guests adhere to their Visitor Etiquette Guide\, including no smoking or vaping\, and no disturbance of the garden or wildlife. You can learn more about the Arboretum and review all Visitor Etiquette here.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nBuy Tickets\n\n\n\nSilent Auction\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEvent attendees can enjoy a $10 voucher for Uber rides by using the code\, rqmkbnvbzkk or by using this link. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGet Involved\n\n\n\nAre you interested in supporting the Roast for the Coast? Join us as a sponsor\, an oyster grower\, a volunteer\, or donate items to our silent auction or raffle! Please email Catherine Snead for more information\, or sign up online as a sponsor. \n\n\n\n\nSponsor Benefits\n\n\n\nBecome a Sponsor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You Sponsors!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJack & Mary Clark \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDavid & Susan Cignotti | Roy P. Coasta | Larry & Juanita Sneeden
URL:https://www.nccoast.org/event/2025-roast-for-the-coast/
LOCATION:New Hanover County Arboretum\, 6206 Oleander Dr.\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Food,Southeast Region Events,Sponsorship Opportunities
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