Great Events and Education on the Coast

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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.

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King Mackerel & the Blues are Running

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. Get your tickets…

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Together for a Healthier Coast: Insights from Our Coastal Summit

Central Office, Educate, Northeast Office, Oysters, Restore and Preserve, Southeast Office, Wetlands

This month, we’re excited to share highlights from our recent Coastal Summit, where voices from across North Carolina came together to discuss the future of our coast. From inspiring keynote speeches to stories of engaging field trips with local students, our ongoing efforts to preserve and improve coastal ecosystems continue to gain momentum. In this edition, we also share some upcoming volunteer opportunities and ways you can support our vital work. Together, we can ensure a healthier and more vibrant coastal environment for generations to come!

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From the Marsh to the Shore and So Much More!

Central Office, Educate, Marine Debris, Northeast Office, Oysters, Restore and Preserve, Southeast Office, Stormwater, Wetlands

Planting for Future Restoration Construction has officially begun on the first-of-its-kind ‘Donor’ Salt Marsh at the Coastal Federation’s North River Wetlands Preserve. The one-acre salt marsh will provide thousands of scarce native salt marsh plants that can be transplanted to sustainably support future coastal restoration projects. Salt marsh habitat in North Carolina is at risk…

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Birding Cruise

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. Participants will meet at the Lady Swan…

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