Just in time for the holidays, our Online Eno Store gives you the opportunity to shop local, online! Shop Eno Store favorites including: *Festival for the Eno posters, screen prints, and art *Eno Hats & T-shirts *Eno Bandanas โ new colors released! *The 2021 Eno Calendar, our 50th anniversary edition! Plus, brand new merchandise […]
Confluence Natural Area
[…] for events or by request Trail Map The Confluence Natural Area is owned and managed by the Eno River Association. It is a 270-acre preserve open for low-impact recreational uses, such as hiking along 2.25 miles of trail, picnicking, and photography.ย The Confluence Natural Area is so named because the East and West Forks […]
Panther Branch Natural Area
[…] the Triangle and beyond Trail Map The Panther Branch Natural Area is owned and managed by the Eno River Association. It is a 56-acre preserve open for low-impact recreational uses, such as hiking along approximately 2 miles of trail, picnicking, and photography.ย It opened to the public in April 2023. Support our Parks! Panther Branch […]
Year of the Trail Feature: Buckquarter Creek Trail
[…] along the Eno, featuring ample natural beauty as well as several historical structures. This 1.5-mile loop features both forested and riverside hiking segments, as well as a quick jaunt along a special tributary of the Eno โ Buckquarter Creek!ย Due to the location of Buckquarter Creek in the central portion of Eno River State […]
Places
[…] helped protect over 7,500 acres of open, natural space in the Eno River Basin since 1966. Nearly three-quarters of this land is open to the public for low-impact recreation and nature study thanks to partnerships with local and state agencies. This is unique among land trusts like ours. The Association and its partners responsibly […]
Ribbons of Color Along the Eno River
[…] provides platform for People of Color to share their Eno family history The Eno River Association announces the revival of their Eno Journal, now available for purchase online and thru local retail shops. Ribbons of Color Along the Eno River: The History of African Americans and People of Color Living on the Eno contains […]
Tee Shirts and Posters for the holidays!
ย As a โThanksโ , we are offeringย ย shirts and posters at a big discount to our fabulous members! Posters are 1/2 price and range from $5 to $25. Tees are only $20! Quantities are limited. Availability is โfirst come-first served โ. Read Moreโฆ
Donate
[…] Eno River basin. Become a Sustaining Member with a monthly pledge Make a one-time donation to the Eno River Association Ways to Give Donor Member Benefits FAQs Online Give Now Phone (919) 620-9099 x201 Mail Eno River Association 4404 Guess Road Durham, NC 27712 Other ways to give: Give in Honor or Memory Honor […]
Panther Branch Natural Area Opens
[…] Carolina Land & Water Fund, Orange County and the City of Raleigh Watershed Protection Program to help cover acquisition costs and other fees. North Carolina Rep. Renee Price, who represents parts of Orange and Caswell countiesย and lives on the banks of the Eno in neighboring Hillsborough, said sheโs deeply grateful to all those […]
iWalk the Eno
[…] that we may consider for scholarship needs. If you think you qualify for a scholarship we recommend you contact us directly for a scholarship application before registering online. We can still do it if you register for iWalk online first, and a confirmation e-mail will come with a link to the scholarship application. A […]
The History of Fewโs Ford
[…] Lavington, at which Richard Few was a delegate from Lavington Meeting. Though England was still persecuting and punishing non-conformists, their number continued to grow.12ย Richard Few, however, was quick to take advantage of an alternative to remaining in England and enduring the economic and social disabilities of dissent. Like his grandson one hundred years later, […]
Picnicking
[…] sites, 10 of which are handicapped accessible. An accessible water fountain and restrooms are nearby. An accessible picnic shelter with 12-tables, firepit, and grills can be reserved online through ReserveAmerica. Cole Mill Access has 10 first-come-first-served picnic tables, 4 with grills. Drinking water and an accessible toilet are nearby. A group picnic area includes […]
Walk the Eno with an Eye Towards Ferns
ENO Journal Volume 4, No. 1 -Ken Moore Spring 1976 Known for years for its profusion of colorful wildf lowers, the Eno River is visited by both long-time nature lovers and new enthusiasts responding to the striking seasonal displays along the numerous well-walked river trails. The Enoโs variety of distinctive habitats, which accounts for […]
OneEno Weekend July 3-5
[…] local artists & venues, environmental education, and of course, the Eno River. Rebroadcasting Saturday, July 4, and streaming on-demand July 5-10. Visit www.enofest.org for streaming details. OneEno Online Silent Auction โ Friday, July 3 โ Sunday, July 5 at 8pm. Packed with over 70 art, travel, and exclusive Eno experiences. Proceeds benefit the Eno […]
2023-2027 Strategic Plan
[…] Have generational impact on the Eno River Foster connections to the Eno River & honor cultural diversity Bolster organization inclusivity & resiliency Click through the gallery be low to explore our vision document. Download our Strategic Vision Explore the Strategic Plan: HAVE GENERATIONAL IMPACT ON THE ENO RIVER Protect the Ecology of the Eno […]
2023-27 Strategic Plan
[…] Have generational impact on the Eno River Foster connections to the Eno River & honor cultural diversity Bolster organization inclusivity & resiliency Click through the gallery be low to explore our vision document. Download our Strategic Vision Explore the Strategic Plan: HAVE GENERATIONAL IMPACT ON THE ENO RIVER Protect the Ecology of the Eno […]
Duke Energy Awards Eno River Association $15,000 for Environmental Education
[…] offer such important STEM education.โ says Jessica Sheffield, Executive Director of the Eno River Association. Funding from Duke Energy will help the Association set camp fees intentionally low, provide need-based scholarships, and support resources for families where English is a second language. Thanks to past funding from Duke Energy and partners, Association summer camp […]
Wildflower Society
Photo by Joe Liles, Wildf lower Society Member Members of our Wildflower Society have made a special commitment to the Eno River Association with their annual contribution of $500 or more. The support of these members allow us to be strategic, proactive, and responsive to new land protection opportunities as they arise. Wildflower Society […]
DUKE ENERGY SUPPORTS HANDS-ON, FEET WET PROGRAMS ON THE ENO
A $15,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation will help bring environmental education and outdoor experiences to more than 2,500 youth and adults in the next year. The grant was awarded to the Eno River Association, which will use the funds to connect people with the Eno through its education and outreach programs.
A Community of Men and Mills
[…] Bennehan, and Cameron mills were operated this way for years. Not wages but maintenance reduced mill profits. A mill owner could calculate capital investment, grinding averages, market prices, and wages with accuracy; for other factors โ a good mill seat; amount and pressure of water; the size of the wheel, stones, and gearing; and […]
Accessible Activities
[…] fishing areas, but none are currently within the watershed. Accessible Programs Accessible Birding โ visit our events calendar or our EventBrite page to see upcoming programs, hosted semi-annually. More accessible programs coming soon! You can also contact us to arrange a private activity designed for your group. Online Learning Hillsborough Riverwalk Events on the Eno
Happy 50th Birthday to Eno River State Park!
Check out our time lapse video, mapping the growth of the Eno River State Park over 50 years. Itโs time to light the candles and sing happy birthday! This year, on August 22, Eno River State Park is celebrating the big 5-0. Itโs a significant milestone in our journey to protect and conserve the natural, […]
Spring Wildflower Hikes
[…] โ 2 1/2 hours unless otherwise listed.ย Arrive 10 minutes early to find your hike leader and sign your hike waiver (if you did not sign the online version prior to the hike).ย Hike leaders will display a white or red Eno River bandana. Hikes are geared towards adults, but children are welcome with […]
Plants and Animals
[…] immersive experience along the Eno through our monthly education programs or by booking an exploration for your school or group. In the meantime, explore the links be low to learn more from home! Plant Life Dutchmans Breeches Dutchmans Breeches ร This perennial plant is native to eastern North America, where it grows in deciduous […]