Check out the recently published “A Guide to North Carolina’s Freshwater Fishes” to find out which of the 40 families of freshwater fish are on the coast and where.
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Eleven students attend Marine Patrol’s first summer camp
Young cadets recently completed the inaugural North Carolina Marine Patrol Junior Academy, an immersive educational experience geared to provide a glimpse into the officers’ daily routine.
Jacksonville to celebrate 25 years of environmental stewardship
New River Institutes at Sturgeon City is in its 25th year of teaching high school students about their natural environment.
Outer Banks Community Foundation awards scholarships
The Outer Banks Community Foundation announced Friday that it had awarded $241,800 in scholarships this year to help Outer Banks students achieve their educational dreams.
ECSU’s Dixon to begin new role as NC Central chancellor
The UNC Board of Governors has announced that Dr. Karrie Dixon, who has led Elizabeth City State University since 2018, will be the new N.C. Central University chancellor.
UNCW Blue Economy Index bests its benchmarks in May
The university’s monthly economic measure of sustainable global uses of ocean resources is published on Bloomberg under the ticker: BLUEECO.
Catch a wave at Museum of the Albemarle’s new exhibit
“Where the Waves Break: Surfing in Northeastern North Carolina” opens July 13 at the northeast regional history museum.
Pine Knoll Shores aquarium reopens marsh boardwalk
Closed in January for renovations, the facility on Bogue Sound has reopened its marsh boardwalk to visitors.
NC Maritime Museums have full month of programs ahead
Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum in Hatteras, N.C., Maritime Museum at Beaufort and the N.C. Maritime Museum at Southport have programs planned for all ages in June.
Duke Lab to highlight marine research Saturday, June 22
Duke University Marine Lab in Beaufort is opening its doors to the public Saturday, June 22, to showcase marine research being conducted by its scientists, researchers and students.
Estuarium to get cooking with new Seafood School exhibit
The Washington-based environmental education center’s new exhibits will highlight the estuary’s role as a nursery for marine life and have a Cooking Classroom with a view of the Pamlico River to host programs on how to prepare key species.
Recent whale deaths unfortunate, not alarming: Scientists
Researchers say the stranded whales that washed ashore in quick succession earlier this year “may just be an unfortunate statistical anomaly” and were unrelated to offshore wind development.
‘Save Our Sand Dunes’ recalls fight to save Jockey’s Ridge
The newly released children’s book is about the history of Jockey’s Ridge and the Baum family who spearheaded the campaign to save the landmark 50 years ago.
Fort Fisher historic site to temporarily close for move
Fort Fisher State Historic Site will temporarily close to the public Tuesday while workers relocate exhibits, artifacts and offices to the site’s new visitor center.
Outer Banks educators gear up for annual Earth Day fair
Taking place April 20, Earth Fair OBX will feature organizations that work to preserve the state’s coastal ecosystems.
CSI, ECU to host annual open house at Outer Banks campus
Visitors will be able to tour the campus, grounds and facilities, learn about current research and education programs, take part in family-friendly activities and interact with faculty and staff.
