Our Vision Resonates Across North Carolina
Our Education Vision addresses the critical need for environmental solutions that inspire youth and adults across the state – virtually and in person.
The Production Studio will allow us to engage more students, engineers, marine contractors, developers, and decision makers through high-quality video, webinars, and workshops.
The CRO Newsroom will support continued growth for CoastalReview.org (reaching over 750,000 readers in 2021)!
The federation is exploring new and expanded partnerships, including with Duke University Marine Lab, the Boys and Girls Clubs, and N.C. Central University.
Major Accomplishments
- The 77-acre property was secured in partnership with Carteret County in March of 2020.
- Conceptual plans for the Center were completed in 2020, including trails, education features, an event center, and more.
- A Living Shoreline protecting waterfront wetlands and live oak trees in front of the future Center, trails, County Park, and the boat ramp was installed in 2021.
- New nature trails, winding through three different coastal habitats, were built on federation and County properties in 2021.
- $4.7 million raised through a capital campaign (as of 12/31/21).
Thank you to all our supporters and volunteers, including teams from Conservation Corps NC, local businesses, and scouts, for their help bringing the Center to life!
Sign up to help with future volunteer opportunities here!