Eno River Association
Protect. Advocate. Learn.
In 2026, the Eno River Association is celebrating 60 years of protecting the Eno River and the lands and waters that make it so special. What began in the 1960s as a small group of neighbors standing up for a threatened river has grown into a leading land and river conservation organization—thanks to the passion […]
Dear Friends, As the nights grow longer and colder, you may find yourself spending less time at the Eno’s parks and preserves. There is a certain beauty in the stillness of winter along the Eno that we hope you get to enjoy in between family gatherings and cozy nights in. This year has been a […]
Friends, Wildflowers, and Herons: the Eno River Association now has three distinct tiers of membership, with perks at each level.
Dear Friends of the Eno, Of all of the many meetings, events, and conversations that I’ve had in my first three months at ERA, I think my favorite activity has been getting to know the staff. I was impressed with them during the interview process, but to see them in action, to have the chance […]
December can be a lot! Days get shorter. Holiday shopping and end-of-year reflections can breed anxiety – not to mention coordinating those family activities and travel! Add to that, nearly one-third of all annual donations nationally are given in December. We are so grateful for the 24% of individual donors who made it a priority […]
Thanks to your generous support, we’ve hit our 2020 year-end goals and can start 2021 strong and stable in the face of continued uncertainty. It has been a challenging year for so many, but the Eno has seen record visitation and our Association, strong participation from neighbors like you. With the final push from our […]
Eno River Association is pleased to announce a transformational new instrument in the conservation and protection of lands within the Eno River basin. The Roberta and Herman Brown Land Preservation Fund provides resources to maintain and purchase land and easements in Orange County. This fund was established through a nearly $2 million bequest from the […]
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.
