Discover the Federation’s Story
Our story has been captured in two compelling books by historian Glenn Blackburn, professor emeritus of history at the University of Virginia’s College at Wise. Based on hundreds of interviews with staff, volunteers, fishermen, scientists, and community leaders, the books chronicle the Federation’s journey from a small grassroots effort to a coastwide nonprofit working to protect and restore our coast.
Over the past 40 years, the North Carolina Coastal Federation has worked alongside coastal communities to protect and restore the unique North Carolina coast.
As a member-supported non-profit, the Coastal Federation’s goals are obtained through a variety of programs and diverse partners from all walks of life. Through efforts for clean coastal waters, abundant salt marsh, thriving oysters, effective coastal management, and marine debris removal, the Federation and North Carolina’s coastal communities continue to work together for a healthy coast!
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