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The Bird Island Coastal Reserve

"Let progress be in keeping something that can never be created again." Bird Island is the only remaining undeveloped barrier island system in Brunswick County and is one of the few protected natural island areas in the mid-Atlantic region. It has pristine sandy white beaches, high dunes, more than 1000 acres of beautiful salt marsh…

August 30, 2017Restore & Preserve, Riparian LandsBy Caroline

Lake Mattamuskeet Watershed Restoration

Mark your calendar for the public meeting on August 8 EVENT DETAILS Photo by Sam Bland. Lake Mattamuskeet is a vital part of the county's amazing natural and cultural heritage. County residents and visitors treasure this natural resource. However, the lake faces declining water quality and changing lake levels. In order to address these concerns,…

July 20, 2017Restore & Preserve, StormwaterBy Caroline

Walk The Loop For Clean Water

July 19, 2017Restore & Preserve, StormwaterBy Caroline

Patsy Pond Nature Trail

The Patsy Pond Nature Trail is managed by the North Carolina Coastal Federation in cooperation with the Croatan National Forest. It winds through an area called the "Longleaf Pine Flat Woods," which is an open woodland of longleaf pines with low-growing herbs and shrubs. Click here to view the trail map. History of the Croatan…

May 9, 2017Restore & Preserve, Riparian LandsBy Caroline

North Carolina Living Shorelines Database

The North Carolina Coastal Federation has developed a working map of sites along the North Carolina coast where living shorelines have been built. This map features descriptions, photos, funding agencies and more. Click on the various sites below and check back for new additions.

April 20, 2017Living Shorelines, Restore & PreserveBy Caroline

Swan Island Oyster Sanctuary

The North Carolina Coastal Federation is kicking off its 50 Million Oyster Initiative with the construction of at least 15 acres of oyster reef at the Swan Island Oyster Sanctuary. These acres are part of Senator Jean Preston Marine Oyster Sanctuary program. Project basics: This sanctuary is located in the Pamlico Sound near the mouth of…

February 28, 2017OystersBy Danielle Herman

50 Million Oyster Initiative

By the numbers 50 acres of oyster reef 50 million oysters 2.5 trillion gallons of water, filtered daily Millions of fish and wildlife supported At the end of December 2016, the North Carolina Coastal Federation announced its 50 Million Oyster Initiative, a three-year campaign to restore 50 million oysters in North Carolina waters. By 2020, the…

February 16, 2017OystersBy Danielle Herman

Shallotte Inlet

BackgroundUpdatesHow You Can HelpContact UsBackground Update The Army Corps of Engineers approved Ocean Isle Beach's terminal groin on Feb. 27, 2017, and the town received a federal permit for the project that same day. Town officials expect construction to begin in November. There are some special permit conditions, including one that puts a moratorium on…

February 9, 2017Beaches & Inlets, Terminal GroinsBy Danielle Herman

Lockwood Folly Inlet

Constructing a terminal groin for Lockwood Folly Inlet would be a financial “folly” for property owners at Holden Beach. The town should consider alternatives to the proposed expensive and destructive rock wall. BackgroundUpdatesFAQHow You Can HelpSign the PetitionBackground The issue Lockwood Folly Inlet belongs to the people of North Carolina. After the North Carolina General Assembly…

January 27, 2017Beaches & Inlets, Terminal GroinsBy Danielle Herman

Rich Inlet

Latest update: In November, Figure Eight Island homeowners rejected funding a proposed terminal groin at the north end of the island near Rich Inlet, adding another roadblock to the Figure Eight Island Homeowners' Association plan for a terminal groin. This proposed terminal groin was already in jeopardy, as several homeowners stated they would not grant…

January 27, 2017Beaches & Inlets, Terminal GroinsBy Danielle Herman

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