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SUMMARY:February First Saturday Seminar
DESCRIPTION:We will hear from New Hanover County’s first Sustainability Manager\, Madelyn Wampler. Madelyn will provide an overview of the county’s recently completed sustainability assessment (click here to read). She will highlight key findings\, ongoing initiatives\, and opportunities to strengthen environmental stewardship and resilience across New Hanover County. \nBe sure to arrive early to warm up with complimentary pancakes and coffee\, plus the chance to meet our spring interns!
URL:https://capefearriverwatch.org/event/february-first-saturday-seminar-3/
LOCATION:Cape Fear River Watch Headquarters\, 617 Surry Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28405\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Saturday Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T110000
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SUMMARY:February Second Saturday Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register! \nCFRW is partnering with Keep New Hanover Beautiful for our monthly Second Saturday cleanup. This month’s cleanup will take place on February 14th\, from 9-11 a.m. We are focusing our efforts on the Greenfield Lake watershed by cleaning up the Squash Branch tribuatary. This area will require kayaks to clean\, so if you have your own kayak\, please feel free to bring it! We will also bring some from our fleet. Thanks to a generous donation from the Wilmington Rotary Club\, we will also be using our new Jon Boat\, allowing us to collect even more litter! Parking is available along Lake Branch Dr. across from Lake Forest Baptist Church (1626 Lake Branch Dr.). Follow the cleanup signs! We will provide the pickers\, bags\, safety vests\, gloves\, and a good time. The areas along the banks can get a bit mucky\, so if you have waterproof boots\, bring them! As always\, remember to dress appropriately for the weather\, bring sunscreen\, and plenty of water. We hope to see you out there!
URL:https://capefearriverwatch.org/event/february-second-saturday-cleanup-2/
LOCATION:Squash Branch\, Lake Branch Dr.\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Saturday Cleanup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T103000
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SUMMARY:March 2026 Seminar - What's Happening with the GenX Exposure Study
DESCRIPTION:For our next installment in our seminar series\, we will hear a much-anticipated update on the GenX Exposure Study from Dr. Jane Hoppin. Dr. Hoppin is a professor at N.C. State University and the principal investigator of the study. She will provide a summary of the study’s findings to-date and discuss future plans for the project. The GenX Exposure Study first began in 2017 to measure the blood levels of PFAS in Wilmington residents. Since that time\, it has grown into a long-term health study with more than 1\,000 participants throughout the Cape Fear River Basin. \nBe sure to arrive early to secure a seat and warm up with complimentary pancakes and coffee\, courtesy of our spring interns!
URL:https://capefearriverwatch.org/event/march-2026-seminar-whats-happening-with-the-genx-exposure-study/
LOCATION:Cape Fear River Watch Headquarters\, 617 Surry Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28405\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Saturday Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T110000
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SUMMARY:March 2026 Second Saturday Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register! \nCape Fear River Watch is partnering with Keep New Hanover Beautiful for our Second Saturday Cleanup on March 14th! The cleanup will take place in the Burnt Mill Creek watershed. We will be focusing our efforts on McCumbers Branch near Rankin St. The cleanup will take place from 9-11 a.m. at 1301 Rankin St. Parking will be available in the large grass lot. Follow our cleanup signs! \nWaders and/or waterproof boots will be ideal here\, so if you have those please bring them! We will provide pickers\, bags\, gloves and safety vests. As always\, remember to dress appropriately for the weather\, apply bug spray\, and bring plenty water. \nWe hope to see you out there!
URL:https://capefearriverwatch.org/event/march-second-saturday-cleanup-2/
LOCATION:McCumbers Branch\, 1301 Rankin St.\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401
CATEGORIES:Second Saturday Cleanup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T160000
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SUMMARY:Second Annual Sip & Shuck Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Click here for tickets! \nJoin us for bivalves and brews during our second annual Sip & Shuck! Our hit oyster roast fundraiser is back on Sunday\, March 15th from 4-7 p.m. at The Alley at The Cargo District in Wilmington. We have kindly been gifted another 1\,500 oysters raised with care by the UNCW Shellfish Hatchery to share with you. Eat good and feel great knowing that\, just like an oyster\, you are helping protect and improve the water quality of the Cape Fear River. \nEach $75 ticket gets you 20 oysters cooked by your Cape Fear Riverkeeper Kemp Burdette\, two locally-crafted beers (with four pours to choose from) by Mad Mole Brewing and The Alley\, and live music courtesy of The Noseeums. Tickets are limited—and this sold out fast last year—so reserve your spot at the shucking table today! \nDinner is available at Salita Pizza\, right in The Alley\, plus other tasty Cargo District offerings. \nThis event is generously supported by the Crafted Outpost and The Alley!
URL:https://capefearriverwatch.org/event/second-annual-sip-shuck-fundraiser/
LOCATION:The Alley\, 1605 Queen St.\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401
CATEGORIES:All Activies
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T173000
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SUMMARY:Greenfield Lake Golden Hour Guided Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Click here for tickets! \nCome explore Greenfield Lake “after hours” as we embark on a golden hour guided tour by paddleboat in celebration of Cape Fear Creek Week. We will wind through a secluded cove\, offering sightings of cypresses\, fish\, reptiles\, and roosting birds. Along the way\, we will learn about algal blooms\, spillways\, and watersheds—and how protecting the water quality of this hidden urban gem helps protect the Cape Fear River Basin as a whole. \nOne registration per paddleboat\, please list all passengers (including the registrant) in your registration. Each paddleboat fits up-to four people. Limited boats available–secure your spot early! \nWe will meet at the Greenfield Lake Boathouse no later than 5:15\, to hit the water by 5:30. Parking is available at 1739 Burnett Blvd.\, Wilmington\, NC 28401. \nGreenfield Lake Boathouse is run in support of Cape Fear River Watch.
URL:https://capefearriverwatch.org/event/greenfield-lake-golden-hour-guided-paddle/
LOCATION:Greenfield Lake Boathouse\, 302 Willard St.\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Activies
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SUMMARY:April First Saturday Seminar
DESCRIPTION:The state’s oldest history museum\, founded in 1898\, the Cape Fear Museum focuses on the history\, science\, and culture of the Lower Cape Fear region. Museum Director Kate Baillon will give us an exclusive preview of the state-of-the-art exhibits and experiences coming to the museum’s new Grace St. campus this summer\, including a planetarium\, education space\, and much more.\n\nBe sure to join us before the seminar at 8 a.m. to warm up with free coffee and pancakes!\n\nPlease note: our front door is currently out of use due to renovations\, please follow the signs and use our side door for seminar entry! 
URL:https://capefearriverwatch.org/event/april-first-saturday-seminar-5/
LOCATION:Cape Fear River Watch Headquarters\, 617 Surry Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28405\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Saturday Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T140000
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SUMMARY:April 2026 Paddle - Ivanhoe *Experience Required*
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register! \nJoin us as we continue our exploration of the Cape Fear River Basin by boat as we paddle the Black River! This paddle will be a little longer than our other paddles. We’ll paddle around 9 miles of the upper reaches of the Black River from the WRC put-in near Ivanhoe\, NC to Henry’s Landing. This is a more advanced paddle and is not recommended for beginners. There will be approximately 3.5 hours of paddling and some possible portages due to downed trees or blockages in the river. In addition to a beautiful blackwater river\, expect snags\, strainers\, sandbars\, and low water. This is not the paddle for first time paddlers\, but we will offer plenty of other beginner-friendly paddles this year! \nWe will meet at the put-in no later than 8:45 a.m. on Saturday\, April 18th. \nPut-in: WRC Ramp at Ivanhoe \nTake-out: Henry’s Landing *Henry’s Landing is a private landing and there is a $5 fee per boat to use the landing. You will need to bring $5 in cash on this trip\, exact change required.*  \nAll paddlers should wear a PFD. Paddlers using CFRW boats are required to wear a PFD. Other items to remember to pack include sunscreen\, bug spray (wasps are present on this paddle)\, hat\, sunglasses\, water\, snack/lunch and water shoes. If you have an allergy that is severe\, remember to bring your epi-pen or medication. \nWe have a limited number of boats available to CFRW Members for a suggested donation ($25 per boat; includes PFD and paddle). If you would like to use a CFRW boat\, please indicate so during your registration. For this paddle\, we are only offering single kayaks. If you wish to use a tandem\, please email morgan@cfrw.us prior to registering and we may be able to accommodate. If you need join or renew prior to the paddle\, you can click here or call our office at 910-762-5606. \nTo help CFRW continue to bring you engaging programs like our paddle series\, water quality monitoring\, and educational seminars\, we ask you that make a $10 donation either online with your registration or by bringing cash or check to the paddle on Saturday. THANK YOU! \nIf you need help the day of\, please call Kemp at 910-264-8036. Conditions may change in the period leading up to the paddle. Please check your email the night before and the morning of the paddle to ensure that the paddle has not been cancelled.
URL:https://capefearriverwatch.org/event/april-2026-paddle-ivanhoe-experience-required/
LOCATION:WRC Ramp at Ivanhoe\, 3681 Ivanhoe Rd\, Ivanhoe\, NC\, 28447
CATEGORIES:Third Saturday Paddle
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