The sites of the North Carolina Coastal Reserve and National Estuarine Research Reserve will close to visitors at dusk today until further notice due to the threat of damage from Hurricane Dorian and to protect public safety from the potential risk of downed trees, flooding and other hazards.
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Join the staff to learn about the Reserve Program and funding opportunities, including the new NOAA Margaret A. Davidson Graduate Fellowship. Lunch will be provided.
Join the staff to learn about the Reserve Program and funding opportunities, including the new NOAA Margaret A. Davidson Graduate Fellowship. Snacks will be provided.
Save the date for UNCW's Center for Marine Science annual open house! Come out to learn more about coastal research and join us for informational outdoor displays & activities, food trucks, live demos, tours, and more!
Join us to celebrate National Estuaries Week by cleaning up the beach at Masonboro Island on September 17th from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. We will divide into teams to cover select portions of the island.
Join the reserve staff for a paddle to Masonboro Island Reserve for an evening of fun and education! Equipment is NOT provided but rentals can be made through Robert Smith at guctahin@msn.com.
September 11th from 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Shorebird nesting season is coming to a close and your help is needed to remove the postings on Masonboro Island.
Limited transportation is available or you can meet us out there! All materials will be provided.
Shorebird nesting season is coming to a close and your help is needed to remove the postings on Masonboro Island.
Limited transportation is available or you can meet us out there! All materials will be provided.
Shorebird nesting season is coming to a close and your help is needed to remove the postings on Masonboro Island.
Limited transportation is available or you can meet us out there! All materials will be provided.
Bald Head Woods Reserve, located on Bald Head Island just east of the Cape Fear River, is now completely open to visitors after a nearly 10-month closure due to Hurricane Florence.