Rust Tide in New River
In September and October of 2022, Coastal Carolina Riverwatch monitored a Harmful Algae Bloom known for “Rust Tides” in the lower New River. Thanks to the help of SouthWings, our…
New Coastal Waterkeeper Announced
The Coastal Carolina Riverwatch Board of Directors has appointed Riley Lewis as White Oak Waterkeeper (WOW). Riley joined the staff of Coastal Carolina Riverwatch in the Summer of 2022. Prior…
White Oak Waterkeeper Departure Message
Dear Coastal Carolina Riverwatch members, volunteers, and supporters, With a heavy heart, I will be moving from my position as White Oak Waterkeeper at Coastal Coastal Carolina Riverwatch at the…
Tree Giveaway
Thank you to our community and all our partners who are helping us plant 200 trees this weekend! Our table at Olde Beaufort Farmers Market completely ran out! Seedlings are…
Wetland Investigation
Last week, White Oak Waterkeeper, Becca, and CCRW Board Member Jan, investigated possible development threats to wetlands in the southern tip of our watershed. Stay tuned for upcoming action alerts…
Upcycle Your Tree
Trees can be reused to protect our waterways and conserve resources. Below are just a few local drop off locations. See the links below for further details. You can also…
What you need to know about the “Right to Farm Act”
What you need to know about the “Right to Farm Act” Photo: Rick Dove, Waterkeeper Alliance Oral arguments for the constitutional challenges to HB 467 and SB 711 (laws that…
Coastal Habitat Protection Plan
Coastal Habitat Protection Plan North Carolina’s Coastal Habitat Protection Plan “is long-term enhancement of coastal fisheries through habitat protection and enhancement efforts. The North Carolina Marine Fisheries, Environmental Management, and…
Happy #WorldRiversDay
World Rivers Day World Rivers Day is a celebration of the world’s waterways! It highlights the many values of our rivers, strives to increase public awareness, and encourages the improved…
Coastal Carolina Riverwatch Launched the Water Quality for Fisheries Program in Early 2021
Coastal Carolina Riverwatch launched the Water Quality for Fisheries program in early 2021. This project addresses water quality improvement through several collaborative objectives being developed in partnership with fisheries communities.…