Cape Fear River Watch

ecoBLAST at the Cowan Museum of History and Science
2026-04-11 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Cowan Museum of History and Science, 411 S. Main St., Kenansville, North Carolina, 28349
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Join us on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for ecoBLAST, part of the North Carolina Science Festival. This free event will be held on the grounds at the Cowan Museum of History and Science at 411 S. Main St., Kenansville, NC 28349. There will be FREE admission and FREE parking, and a family-friendly day full of discovery and fun.

What to expect:
• Up-close encounters with animals
• Fun, hands-on learning for all ages
• Interactive games & exhibits
• Delicious food trucks on site

It’s the perfect way to spend a spring day!

April 2026 Second Saturday Cleanup
2026-04-11 09:00 - 11:00 | 811 Martin St. Wilmington, NC 28401, 811 Martin St., Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401
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Every month is Earth Month for us at Cape Fear River Watch!

We are partnering with Keep New Hanover Beautiful for our monthly community litter cleanup from 9-11 a.m. on April 11th! The cleanup will take place in an area that flows into Greenfield Lake. We will be focusing our efforts on the area’s around the Good Shepherd Center. We will meet at the intersection of 8th and Martin—an address that will get you close is 811 Martin St. (please do not park in the Good Shepherd parking lot). Just follow our cleanup in progress signs! We will bring pickers, bags, gloves, and safety vests—you bring your passion for clean water. As always, remember to dress appropriately for the weather and bring yourself sunscreen, bug spray, and plenty of water.

April First Saturday Seminar
2026-04-04 08:00 - 10:30 | Cape Fear River Watch Headquarters, 617 Surry Street, Wilmington, NC, 28405, United States
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.

Be sure to join us before the seminar at 8 a.m. to warm up with free coffee and pancakes!

Please note: our front door is currently out of use due to renovations, please follow the signs and use our side door for seminar entry!

Greenfield Lake Golden Hour Guided Paddle
2026-03-19 17:30 - 18:30 | Greenfield Lake Boathouse, 302 Willard St., Wilmington, NC, 28401, United States
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Come 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.
One 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!
We 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.
Greenfield Lake Boathouse is run in support of Cape Fear River Watch.

Second Annual Sip & Shuck Fundraiser
2026-03-15 16:00 - 19:00 | The Alley, 1605 Queen St., Wilmington, NC, 28401
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Join 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.
Each $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!
Dinner is available at Salita Pizza, right in The Alley, plus other tasty Cargo District offerings.
This event is generously supported by the Crafted Outpost and The Alley!

March 2026 Second Saturday Cleanup
2026-03-14 09:00 - 11:00 | McCumbers Branch, 1301 Rankin St., Wilmington, NC, 28401
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Cape 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!
Waders 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.
We hope to see you out there!

March 2026 Seminar - What's Happening with the GenX Exposure Study
2026-03-07 09:00 - 10:30 | Cape Fear River Watch Headquarters, 617 Surry Street, Wilmington, NC, 28405, United States
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.
Be sure to arrive early to secure a seat and warm up with complimentary pancakes and coffee, courtesy of our spring interns!

February Second Saturday Cleanup
2026-02-14 09:00 - 11:00 | Squash Branch, Lake Branch Dr., Wilmington, NC, 28401, United States
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CFRW 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!

February First Saturday Seminar
2026-02-07 08:00 - 10:30 | Cape Fear River Watch Headquarters, 617 Surry Street, Wilmington, NC, 28405, United States
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.
Be sure to arrive early to warm up with complimentary pancakes and coffee, plus the chance to meet our spring interns!

January 2026 Second Saturday Cleanup
2026-01-10 09:00 - 23:00 | Crossroads Center, 894-1 S Kerr Ave, Wilmington, 28403
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New Year, same cleanups!
For our first Second Saturday Cleanup of the year, we will focus our efforts on two locations within the Burnt Mill Creek watershed. The first will be the drainage easement that runs behind Crossroads Center and Wilmington Brewing. The second location will be the southern continuation of that easement that runs behind Jackson BBQ. We will all meet at a central staging location, which will be located in the parking lot of Crossroads Center. 894-1 S Kerr Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403 should get you to the right spot.
CFRW will provide gloves, pickers, safety vests, bags, data sheets, and pens. If you have waterproof knee boots or waders, please bring them; we will need some people to walk through the center of the ditch, which typically has standing water. Please remember to dress warmly!
We look forward to seeing you all there and starting off 2026 strong!

January 2026 First Saturday Seminar
2026-01-03 08:00 - 10:30 | Cape Fear River Watch Headquarters, 617 Surry Street, Wilmington, NC, 28405, United States
We are starting out strong for our first First Saturday Seminar of the new year, and if you have a new year’s resolution to do more advocacy (that’s always one of ours, anyway), you don’t want to miss it!
We will hear from Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA) Executive Director Kenneth Waldroup, P.E., about how the the Town of Fuquay-Varina’s request for an Interbasin Transfer (IBT) could impact the Cape Fear River Basin, and what local leaders are doing about it. Plus, we’ll hear an update on major CFPUA projects, including the Southside Water Reclamation Facility.
You may recall that, as you’re reading this, NCDEQ has not scheduled any public hearings about the IBT in the Lower Cape Fear. We are working on that. In the meantime, this is one opportunity to ask questions and share your concerns among our community. We will have postcards available—write your comments and we will send it to NCDEQ! If you can’t make it to this month’s seminar, click here to submit a comment anytime through April 1st.

Annual Membership Meeting
2025-12-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Front Street Brewery, 9 N Front St, Wilmington, 28401, United States
Our Annual Membership Meeting is happening Sunday, December 7th from 3-5 p.m at Front Street Brewery‘s Beam Room. Members and non-members alike are invited to join us! Your Cape Fear Riverkeeper Kemp will provide an overview of our year, you will be able to mingle with our staff, volunteers, and your local community, and our members will have the opportunity to vote in our new Board of Directors.

If you are not yet a member or need to renew, you can join ahead of the meeting at cfrw.app.neoncrm.com/forms/membership, calling our office at 910-762-5606, or connecting with our Outreach & Engagement Manager Morgan the day-of.

We can’t wait to get together!

December First Saturday Seminar
2025-12-06 09:00 - 10:30 | Cape Fear River Watch Headquarters, 617 Surry Street, Wilmington, NC, 28405, United States
For our fin-al seminar of the year, we will take a deep dive into the Cape Fear River with retired NOAA Fishery Biologist Fritz Rohde. Fritz will introduce us to the freshwater fishes that call the Cape Fear and adjacent basins home—including anadromous (species that travel from river to sea to spawn) and estuarine species—and his studies of them throughout the past 50 years.
Fritz will have a limited number of signed copies of his book “A Guide to North Carolina’s Fishes” available for $30 (cash only). A great early holiday gift for the anglers in your life!
Be sure to join us bright and early before the presentation for a free coffee and pancake breakfast!

November Second Saturday Cleanup
2025-11-08 09:00 - 11:00 | 811 Martin St. Wilmington, NC 28401, 811 Martin St., Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401
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ALL VOLUNTEERS NOW MUST READ AND SIGN THE CFRW VOLUNTEER CODE OF CONDUCT VIA THIS GOOGLE FORM BEFORE PARTICIPATING IN A CLEANUP.
We are excited to partner again with Keep New Hanover Beautiful for our monthly litter cleanup on November 8th from 9-11 a.m.! This month, we will be focusing our efforts on areas around the Good Shepherd Center, which flow into Greenfield Lake. There is a strong possibility that the cleanup will intersect with our local unhoused community, please review the attached flyer when you register. We will meet at the intersection of 8th and Martin. An address that will get you close is 811 Martin St. Follow the CFRW cleanup signs! Please do not park in the Good Shepherd parking lot. We will provide pickers, bags, gloves, safety vests, and a good time. As always, remember to dress appropriately for the weather and bring yourself plenty of water. We hope to see you out there!

Burnt Mill Creek Eeekotour
2025-10-22 09:30 - 10:30 | 2101 Market St. Wilmington, NC 28401, 2101 Market St., Wilmington, NC, 28401, United States
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Join us, if you dare, for our next eeekotour! 👻 Come see the frights and sights of Burnt Mill Creek on a one-hour walking tour from 9:30-10:30 a.m. next Wednesday, October 22nd. We’ll see some of the spooky threats facing the ecosystem and the work we are doing to fight them. Burnt Mill Creek is also a hotspot for creepy crawlers, offering us sightings of bugs, birds, crabs, fish, and turtles, among much more. 🕷️
This free tour is a treat for all ages. As always, dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather and bring plenty of water. Costumes welcome! We will begin our walk from the parking lot at 2101 Market St., next to Port City Java.

October Third Saturday Paddle
2025-10-18 08:30 - 15:00 | Rice Creek, Rice Creek Boat Ramp, 797 Gordon Lewis Dr SE, Winnabow, NC, 28479, United States
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Join us as we continue to explore the Cape Fear River by boat! This month we will do a 5-mile paddle of Rice Creek. Meet at the put in location (the Rice Creek boat ramp) at 8:15 am.
All paddlers should wear a PFD, however those paddlers using CFRW boats are required to wear a PFD. Other items to remember include sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, water, snack/lunch and water shoes. If you have an allergy that is severe remember to bring your epi-pen or medication.
UPDATE: all of our available boats are now booked BUT we still have plenty of space for those with their own boat. Secure your spot before they’re gone!
To help CFRW continue to bring you great programs, we ask you make at least a $10 donation either online with your registration or by bringing cash or check to the paddle on Saturday. Any higher amount is appreciated in support of our efforts. THANK YOU! If 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.

Burnt Mill Creek Bird Walk
2025-10-13 09:00 - 10:30 | 2101 Market St. Wilmington, NC 28401, 2101 Market St., Wilmington, NC, 28401, United States
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The migratory birds are back, and so are our popular Burnt Mill Creek bird walks with Cape Fear Bird Observatory! Whether you are a fledgling or veteran birder, this free ecotour will give you good looks at some of the 190 documented bird species in the watershed. Along the way, we will also discuss the ongoing work Cape Fear River Watch is doing to restore this habitat for the birds and other wildlife who need it.
This tour is free and open to all ages. Donations will be accepted. Please consider bringing: sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses), water, and comfortable walking shoes.
Please bring your own binoculars if you’re able to! We have a limited number of binoculars for attendees.
Meet at the parking lot located at 2101 Market St. Wilmington, NC 28401 (next to Port City Java and Bridge Church).

October First Saturday Seminar
2025-10-04 08:00 - 10:30 | Cape Fear River Watch Headquarters, 617 Surry Street, Wilmington, NC, 28405, United States
Hungry for learning? This month, Feast Down East Food Hub Operations Manager JT Crawford will present the work Feast Down East is doing to strengthen our local food systems in southeastern N.C., from reducing waste to sharing sustainable farming methods made by farmers. JT will also highlight how they are implementing best management practices with the Southeast Aquatic Fund to improve soil health and habitats in the Neuse and Cape Fear basins.

Click here to receive reminders about the seminar, and be sure to join us before the presentation for a feast of your own—free coffee and pancakes courtesy of our fall interns.

World Rivers Day Celebration
2025-09-28 11:00 - 14:00 | Carolina Beach State Park, 1010 State Park Road, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428, United States
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World Rivers Day is a celebration of the world’s waterways held on the fourth Sunday of every September. It highlights the value of our rivers, strives to increase public awareness, and encourages stewardship of all rivers around the world. No surprise, we will be celebrating our incredible, irreplaceable Cape Fear River!

Want to celebrate with us? Join us for a free guided hike and light litter cleanup at Carolina Beach State Park! Enjoy an easy, scenic hike overlooking the river along the 3-mile Sugarloaf Trail. Ranger Jesse will walk us through the natural history of the Cape Fear River, while we highlight how Cape Fear River Watch is working to protect it today. Along the way, we will pick up any litter seen around the trailhead to each do our part in keeping the river clean.

Meet at the marina at Carolina Beach State Park. We will provide pickers, bags/buckets, and gloves for the cleanup. Dress comfortably and appropriately for the weather, apply sunscreen and bug spray, and bring plenty of water. We will have a limited number of binoculars available on a first-arrive basis.

This is a free event for all ages. To help sustain the work of Cape Fear River Watch and Friends of Pleasure Island State Parks, donations will be accepted and are much appreciated.

September Third Saturday Paddle
2025-09-20 08:30 - 14:30 | North Carolina
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This paddle route is rescheduled from August. If you initially registered for this paddle before it was cancelled and would like to roll over your registration, please email morgan@cfrw.us. You do not need to register again, but you do need to reach out to confirm that you have been rolled over.
Join the CFRW paddlers as we explore the Northeast Cape Fear River between Sawpit Landing (off Whitestocking Road) and the Shaw Highway ramp. This is a great section of river with a textbook example of an oxbow lake, several nice coves, and a few creeks to poke our heads into. The trip is 5-6 miles. We will meet at the put-in at Sawpit Landing Boat Access Area off of Whitestocking Road between 8:30-8:45 a.m.
All paddlers should wear a PFD, however those paddlers using CFRW boats are required to wear a PFD. Other items to remember include sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, water, snack/lunch and water shoes. If you have an allergy that is severe remember to bring your epi-pen or medication.
We have a limited number of boats available for CFRW members ($25 suggested donation per boat; includes PFD and paddle). For this paddle, we are only offering single kayaks. If you would like to request a tandem, please email kemp@cfrw.us before registering, we may be able to accommodate. To join or renew your CFRW Membership, you can click here or call our office at 910-762-5606. All new or renewing memberships made before the paddle will be automatically entered into our Summer Membership Raffle. You could win a new kayak for use in future CFRW paddles, or to explore the Cape Fear River on your own! Cash/check renewals can be brought to the paddle, Kemp will draw the winner(s) of our raffle the morning of the paddle.
To help CFRW continue to bring you these great programs, we ask that you make at least a $10 donation either online with your registration or by bringing cash or check to the paddle on Saturday. Any higher amount is appreciated in support of our efforts. THANK YOU! If 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.

September Second Saturday Cleanup
2025-09-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Emerson St., 4151 Emerson St., Wilmington, NC, 28403, United States
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ALL VOLUNTEERS NOW MUST READ AND SIGN THE CFRW VOLUNTEER CODE OF CONDUCT VIA THIS GOOGLE FORM BEFORE PARTICIPATING IN A CLEANUP.
Cape Fear River Watch, partnering with Keep New Hanover Beautiful, are hosting our monthly second Saturday cleanup. The cleanup will take place THIS Saturday, September 13th from 9-11 a.m. We are going to focus our efforts on the Burnt Mill Creek watershed by cleaning up the ditch off of Emerson St. The ditch is physically located on Emerson, just south of Marlboro St. Park along Emerson St. in the gravel pull off areas. Parking is available at 4201 Emerson St, Wilmington, NC, 28403. Look for the CFRW cleanup signs! We will provide pickers, bags, safety vests, gloves, and as always, a good time. We will need some volunteers to clean up the interior of the ditch, so if you have your waders or waterproof boots, please bring them! As always, remember to dress appropriately for the weather, bring sunscreen, and plenty of water. We hope to see you out there!

September First Saturday Seminar
2025-09-06 08:00 - 10:30 | Cape Fear River Watch Headquarters, 617 Surry Street, Wilmington, NC, 28405, United States
We’re a little late to posting about this weekend’s seminar—but if you know Roger, you know it’s worth the wait! CFRW Board Member Roger Shew will discuss issues that are currently facing the Lower Cape Fear River including development and natural area losses, port deepening, flooding, water quality, and more in our rapidly growing area. From forest to sea, Roger will also highlight the beauty and value of these natural areas and resources, and how you can help advocate for their protection and smart use.
Click here to receive reminders about the seminar, and be sure to join us before the presentation for a free coffee and pancake breakfast (and a chance to meet our fall interns!).

August Third Saturday Paddle
2025-08-16 08:30 - 15:00 | North Carolina
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Join the CFRW paddlers as we explore the Northeast Cape Fear River between Sawpit Landing (off White Stocking Road) and the Shaw Highway Wildlife Ramp. This is a great section of river with a textbook example of an oxbow lake, several nice coves, and a few creeks to poke our heads into. The trip is 5-6 miles. We will meet at the put-in at Sawpit Landing Boat Access Area off of White Stocking Road at 8:30 a.m. Take-out will be at the Shaw Highway Wildlife Ramp.
All paddlers should wear a PFD. However, those paddlers using CFRW boats are required to wear a PFD. Other items to remember include sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, water, snack/lunch and water shoes. If you have an allergy that is severe remember to bring your epi-pen or medication.
We have a limited number of boats available for to CFRW members ($25 suggested donation per boat; includes PFD and paddle). If you would like to use a CFRW boat, please indicate such during your registration. Note: all of the CFRW boats available for this paddle are single kayaks. If you would like to request a tandem or a canoe, please email kemp@cfrw.us and we may be able to accomodate. If you would like to join or renew before the paddle, you can click here to join or renew, email morgan@cfrw.us, or call our office at 910-762-5606.
To help Cape Fear River Watch continue to bring you great programs like our Paddle Series, Water Quality Programs, and Educational Seminars, we ask you make at least a $10 donation either online with your registration or by bringing cash or check to the paddle on Saturday. Any higher amount is appreciated in support of our efforts. THANK YOU! If 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.
Registration closes at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, August 13th!

August Second Saturday Cleanup
2025-08-09 09:00 - 23:00 | 2929 Princess Place Dr Wilmington, NC 28405
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ALL VOLUNTEERS NOW MUST READ AND SIGN THE CFRW VOLUNTEER CODE OF CONDUCT VIA THIS GOOGLE FORM BEFORE PARTICIPATING IN A CLEANUP.
Missed seeing us in July? We sure missed y’all! Come and see us for our August Second Saturday Cleanup on Saturday, August 9th. This cleanup will take place in the Smith Creek Watershed at the intersection of Princess Place Dr. and Evans St from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Parking is available at 2929 Princess Pl Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405-just look for the CFRW cleanup signs! We will provide pickers, bags, gloves, and safety vests, and of, course, a good time. As always, remember to dress appropriately for the heat, apply sunscreen and bug spray, and bring plenty of water. We hope to see you out there!

August First Saturday Seminar
2025-08-02 08:00 - 10:30 | Cape Fear River Watch Headquarters, 617 Surry Street, Wilmington, NC, 28405, United States
This month, Bald Head Island Conservancy Coastal Scientist Allison Polinski will present on the importance of freshwater on Bald Head Island and how it is threatened by the surrounding saltwater environment. From alligator population and amphibian abundance surveys, to water quality monitoring through macro-invertebrate sampling, the Conservancy is diving all in to protect and further conserve this valuable natural resource. Don’t forget to join us at 8 a.m. for a free coffee and pancake breakfast prior to the presentation!

July Third Saturday Paddle
2025-07-19 08:30 - 15:30 | River Road Park, 6500 River Road, Wilmington, NC, 28412, United States
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Join us as we explore the Cape Fear River Basin by boat! This month we will put in and take out at River Road Park for this out and back paddle. Meet at River Road Park at 8 a.m., see below for instructions!

If bringing your own boats, arrive at 8 a.m. or earlier. Please unload at the ramp as quickly as you can. Keep the right-hand side clear for people that are currently launching and landing. When unloading, please place your boat and gear to the far-left hand side of the ramp (when facing the water), anywhere there is space. Alternatively, you can put your boat a little farther up in the grass on the left behind the park sign where there is plenty of room to pack your boat and whatnot.

Everyone please meet up once you’re ready, on the right-hand side of the park in the wide-open grassy area. Please stay clear of the boat ramp lane and the roundabout for trucks and trailers, we can chill under the trees and gather there.

For restrooms, they are up almost to the head of the road, on the right-hand side as you turn into the park. Please go ahead and get a parking space, then walk up there as needed.

All paddlers should wear a PFD, however those paddlers using CFRW boats are required to wear a PFD. Other items to remember include sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, water, snack/lunch and water shoes. If you have an allergy that is severe remember to bring your epi-pen or medication.
We have a limited number of boats available for rent for CFRW members ($25 per boat; includes PFD and paddle). If you would like to use a CFRW boat please indicate such during your registration. If you would like to join or renew before the paddle, you can click here to join or renew or call our office at 910-762-5606.
To help CFRW continue to bring you great programs like our paddle series, water quality programs and educational seminars, we ask you make a $10 donation either online with your registration or by bringing cash or check to the paddle on Saturday. THANK YOU!
If 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.

Burnt Mill Creek Tree Mulching Day 2
2025-07-19 08:00 - 11:00 | Shirley Rd., 2000 Shirley Rd, Wilmington, NC, 28405, United States
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ALL VOLUNTEERS NOW MUST READ AND SIGN THE CFRW VOLUNTEER CODE OF CONDUCT VIA THIS GOOGLE FORM BEFORE PARTICIPATING IN THE TREE MULCHING.
Join the Cape Fear River Watch on Saturday, July 19th to spread mulch around the trees previously planted along Burnt Mill Creek! This will benefit the trees in several ways, including helping them retain moisture and suppress weeds. This will be our second day of tree mulching, to finish up any remaining mulching we did not complete the day before.
Please bring a shovel if you have one. As always, remember to dress appropriately for the hot weather, bring sunscreen, and bring plenty of water. We hope to see you there!
The meetup location is 2000 Shirley Road Wilmington, NC. Parking can be found past the gate in the grassy area along the service road. Look for the CFRW sign!

Burnt Mill Creek Tree Mulching
2025-07-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Shirley Rd., 2000 Shirley Rd, Wilmington, NC, 28405, United States
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ALL VOLUNTEERS NOW MUST READ AND SIGN THE CFRW VOLUNTEER CODE OF CONDUCT VIA THIS GOOGLE FORM BEFORE PARTICIPATING IN THE TREE MULCHING.
Join the Cape Fear River Watch on Saturday, July 18th to spread mulch around the trees previously planted along Burnt Mill Creek! This will benefit the trees in several ways, including helping them retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Please bring a shovel if you have one. As always, remember to dress appropriately for the hot weather, bring sunscreen, and bring plenty of water. We hope to see you there!
The meetup location is 2000 Shirley Road Wilmington, NC. Parking can be found past the gate in the grassy area along the service road. Look for the CFRW sign!

Burnt Mill Creek Tree Mulching
2025-06-28 08:00 - 10:30 | Shirley Rd., 2000 Shirley Rd, Wilmington, NC, 28405, United States
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ALL VOLUNTEERS NOW MUST READ AND SIGN THE CFRW VOLUNTEER CODE OF CONDUCT VIA THIS GOOGLE FORM BEFORE PARTICIPATING IN THE TREE MULCHING.
Join the Cape Fear River Watch on Saturday, June 28th to spread mulch around the trees previously planted along Burnt Mill Creek! This will benefit the trees in several ways, including helping them retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Please bring a shovel if you have one. As always remember to dress appropriately for the hot weather, bring sunscreen, and bring plenty of water. We hope to see you there!
The meetup location is 2000 Shirley Road Wilmington NC. Parking can be found past the gate in the grassy area along the service road. Look for the CFRW sign!

Cancelled - June Third Saturday Paddle
2025-06-21 08:30 - 14:30 | Archie Blue Community Park, 1601 Wynnwood St., Wilmington, NC, 28401, United States
Registration for the paddle will open closer to the event date. Stay tuned for details!

Join us as we explore the Cape Fear River Basin by boat! This month we will put in at Archie Blue Park and take out near downtown at Dram Tree Park. This is a really fun paddle that doesn’t take us far from town. Meet at the put in at Archie Blue Community Park at 8:30 am.
We encourage all paddlers to wear a PFD, and we require all paddlers using CFRW boats to wear one. Other items to remember include sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, water, and snacks.
We have a limited number of boats available for rent for CFRW members ($25 per boat; includes PFD and paddle). If you would like to use a CFRW boat please indicate such during your registration. If you would like to join or renew before the paddle, you can click here to join or renew or call our office at 910-762-5606.
To help CFRW continue to bring you great programs like our paddle series, water quality programs and educational seminars, we ask you make a $10 donation either online with your registration or by bringing cash or check to the paddle on Saturday. THANK YOU!
If 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.
