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Education Programs

Environmental education plays a crucial role in raising awareness and giving individuals the tools to be good stewards of their neighborhoods and communities. Our programs empower youth and adults to address, prevent, and solve environmental problems, be it through land & water quality protection programs, participation in water quality monitoring, creating pollinator-friendly habitats in their backyard, or adding environmentally ethical and sustainable practices to their daily lives.

Explore the Eno Year-Round

Winter

Guided Hikes: Eno winter hikes have been a tradition since 1971, starting with the New Year’s Day hike and continuing each Sunday afternoon through February. Learn more or check out our event calendar.

Member Sale: Members get a special discount on merchandise at the end of the year. Become a member to get the discount!

Spring

Guided Hikes: Our Spring Wildflower Hike Series, a tradition since 1969, showcases the wildflowers that bloom along the Eno, and some visit a historical site or follow a scenic path along the river. Learn more or check out our event calendar.

Summer

Festival for the Eno: A Durham tradition that combines music, food, and art to celebrate the protection and culture of the Eno. Learn more.

iWalk the Eno: This week-long summer camp helps children learn & grow in nature’s classroom. For children ages 8-12. Learn more.

Eno River Field Station: Students ages 12-15 can get out of the classroom and dive deep into discovery of their environment. Students interact with scientists, researchers, science teachers, and environmental experts who make learning fascinating and fun. Learn more.

Fall

Stream In: Take one last splash in the river with this education program for youth and adults! More information and registration links can be found on our events calendar.

Annual Meeting: The annual meeting of our membership is a time to gather and discuss the year past and look forward to the future. This event is open to members only, so consider joining the Eno River Association by making a gift.


Summer Camps

iWalk the Eno Camp

Eno River Field Station


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Book a small group private program with us! If our public programs don’t fit within your schedule or your group is looking to learn more about a specific Eno-related topic, we are happy to set something up! Download our Eno Education Program Catalog and contact us today to learn more about scheduling a private program.

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If you are a teacher and are looking for more ways for your students to connect with science, the outdoors, and nature, we are here for you! We can visit your classroom, outdoor space, meet your students at the Eno for a field trip. Costs are low or free based on your school’s location and Title One status. Email us today to schedule a visit!

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Eno River Association
4404 Guess Rd.
Durham, NC 27712
(919) 620-9099

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Did you know last year's Festival for the Eno was Did you know last year's Festival for the Eno was powered by 520 volunteers? Those 520 hard-working, fun-loving folks filled 749 individual shifts over twelve days. Of those 749 shifts, 656 of them were during the two days of the festival. That's a lot of volunteer power!

This year we are looking to fill 873 slots. Yes, you read that right, 873. We need your help. Put your handy skills to work helping to set up or break down the site. Take a few one-hour shifts directing traffic at the gate. Drive a truck through the park to collect bags of recycling and trash.

We're offering a few incentives beyond getting into the festival free of charge. Work five hours over the two days of the festival and get a free raffle ticket. Work two shifts with Trash Free and get a free raffle ticket AND a free t-shirt. 

Find a link to sign up at enofest.org/volunteer

Photo by Thomas Beck

[image description: Two volunteers in t-shirts and shorts stand in the parking lot at the Festival for the Eno. One is holding a stop sign.]
At the core of the Eno River Association’s value At the core of the Eno River Association’s values is a deep commitment to and investment in supporting the communities and people who are most affected by climate change. Climate change is exacerbating existing social and economic inequalities in low-income and marginalized communities, particularly black and brown communities. Many of these communities are more vulnerable to climate change’s impacts because they have limited access to resources, are located in vulnerable areas, have limited political power, and have sustained generations of historical injustices. 

Combating climate change is not just about environmental sustainability; it’s about righting historical injustices and creating a more equitable world for all. You can help by advocating for policies that prioritize the needs of these communities and that address underlying social and economic inequalities. You can also educate yourself about climate change and its effect marginalized communities.

Learn more by reading the climate statement on our website: www.enoriver.org

[image description: five children in lifejackets and smiles pose during a swim in the Eno River.]
Join us on Zoom this coming Friday, June 2nd at no Join us on Zoom this coming Friday, June 2nd at noon for our final Lunch and Learn of 2023! In this session, we will dive into how our work at the Eno River Association is tied to climate change mitigation, as well as what we hope to accomplish in the future -- with an emphasis on our strategic conservation plan. 

We will be sure to leave time for a Q&A, with the intention of engaging YOU — members of the Eno community — in a conversation around these important issues. If you are unable to make it to the session, feel free to email any questions or comments to education@enoriver.org, and we will address them during the session if time allows. 

Register for FREE at the link in our bio. The session will be recorded and available on our YouTube channel afterwards. We hope to see you there!
For three consecutive years now, CT Wilson has bee For three consecutive years now, CT Wilson has been the Title Sponsor for the Festival for the Eno. But they don't stop there...

Outside this sponsorship, CT Wilson employees have volunteered to provide labor to assist with various projects across Eno properties. This spring, CT Wilson's Preconstruction Department spent an afternoon diverting a trail at the Eno River Association Offices for improved safety and replanting vegetation in the rain garden. Check it out the next time you're visiting the Guess Road access at West Point on the Eno. 

"For as long as we are around, we will continue to invest in this community driven organization." - our friends at CT Wilson Construction

Thanks, CT Wilson!

[image description: Photo 1: Seven individuals in work gear stand along a newly built trail with construction tools. Photo 2: A fresh trail cuts through the forest floor leading to a riverside trail. The Eno River can be seen in the background.]
LAST CALL! Photo submissions for the 2024 Eno Cale LAST CALL! Photo submissions for the 2024 Eno Calendar are due Wednesday, May 31st! We want to see all of your beautiful Eno shots, but we are specifically looking to feature the people who use, enjoy, and benefit from the Eno River. Go to our linkin bio to learn more about the submission process, monthly themes, and photograph specifications. We always love showing off the beautiful Eno and are excited for you to help us do just that! 

Photo by Dave Cook, for the 2022 Eno Calendar
It's been a busy couple of months advocating for t It's been a busy couple of months advocating for the Eno -- so our latest blog post shares all the updates and how you can get involved! 

Stay connected with Durham's Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) and Comprehensive Plan process, and make sure to share your comments on Durham's Growth Management Engagement Initiative. We also extend our gratitude to our neighbors for their efforts to preserve Black Meadow Ridge! 

Find the blog post on our website. (Head to the link in our profile, and navigate to "Read our Blog.")

Photo by Saralynn Parker.

[image description: Two volunteers help answer questions at the Eno Advocacy booth at the 2022 Festival for the Eno.]
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