Eno River Association
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We could hardly wait to share the news: GSK has selected the Eno River Association as one of ten Triangle-area recipients of the 2025 IMPACT Award! With the award of the $50,000 GSK is supporting ERA’s work building healthy communities by protecting the nature, culture, and history of the Eno River basin. Our organization was […]
Friends, Wildflowers, and Herons: the Eno River Association now has three distinct tiers of membership, with perks at each level.
The following message is from our Executive Director, Ryan Fehrman, shared with members during our Annual Meeting at the Confluence Natural Area on October 25th, 2025. To become a Friend of the Eno and be invited to future member events, visit EnoRiver.org/Donate. Thank you all for joining us on this lovely afternoon and thank you […]
Dear Friends of the Eno, It feels like the older I get, the faster time flies. It’s hard for me to believe it, but ERA is firmly in the midst of preparing for the end of the year. We’ve just launched our end-of-year appeal. Multiple land projects are rushing to close. And I’m surrounded by […]
This spring, thanks to the generosity of donors, including an anonymous donor of a $20,000 match, the Eno River Association reached our $40,000 fundraising goal to purchase a new tractor for our stewardship work. Now, our brand-new Kubota tractor (nicknamed “Clementine”) has a home at the Confluence Natural Area, where our land and stewardship team […]
The application period ended on November 1st. We have begun reviewing applications and expect to reach out to applicants for interviews in mid-November. Hours: 10 – 15 hours per week Compensation: $2,500 stipend per semester Duration: Spring semester Location: Durham, NC. Hybrid. About Us: The Eno River Association is a non-profit, accredited land trust dedicated […]
Dear Friends, It feels as though I have officially entered my fourth season as the new guy at ERA. I started at the Association in early February in the depths of winter. I quickly adopted a routine common to ERA staff of walking the Eagle Trail to the Mountains-to-Sea Trail and back to the office. […]
As the Eno River Association’s Education Manager, I talk about climate change a lot through our programs, hikes, and summer camps. I talk about the ways in which climate change alters our water cycle and leads to intense and unpredictable storm systems. I talk about the potential for flood events and the importance of protecting […]
Dear Friends of the Eno, In late January, before I had even officially started at ERA, I met with Kim Livingston over coffee to learn more about the agency and to get her perspective on what I should prioritize as I walked in the door. We talked for an hour and a half straight. I […]
Evie Fitzpatrick is a rising junior at UNC-Chapel Hill studying history and political science. As our 2025 Summer Communications Intern, she has brightened the ERA office with her enthusiasm for social media, policy, and events. Evie expresses her value for conservation through communications and political engagement, having also worked as an intern with the Governor’s […]
Eno River AssociationLocation: Durham, NCEmployment Type: Full-Time HybridHiring Range: $50,000 – $55,000, plus benefits Position Overview The Development Manager works collaboratively with the Director of Development and Communications to maximize financial support for the Eno River Association (ERA). This position manages all fundraising campaigns for donors under $1,000, develops and maintains donor management and stewardship […]
Since tropical depression Chantal caused major flooding of the Eno River, we have cautioned people to avoid coming into contact with the water until we have a clear read on water quality in the river. For those asking whether it’s safe to swim yet, we have an update. Samantha Krop is the Riverkeeper of the […]
Dear Friends of the Eno, Thanks to everyone that was able to join us for our 46th annual Festival for the Eno on July 4th and 5th at West Point on the Eno City Park. It was amazing to see the community come together to enjoy the music, arts, crafts and demonstrations that make the […]
We are just beginning the process of assessing damage to trails and park infrastructure, but early reports have shown severe damage to trails. We want to emphasize that, until further notice, most parks and preserves along the Eno are closed. The trail conditions are still extremely dangerous in many places.
Dear Friends of the Eno, Summer has officially arrived in North Carolina. My garden looks like a jungle. I actually want to eat the tomatoes that I’m seeing at the Red & White on Club Boulevard. Preferably on La Farm sourdough with salt, pepper, and slightly too much Duke’s mayo. My glasses steam up the […]
The following message is from our Executive Director, Ryan Fehrman, shared with Wildflower Society members during our gathering at the Confluence Natural Area in early June: I want to start my comments with several things that I NEED to say before transitioning into everything that I want to say. The first is, thank all of […]
Dear Friends of the Eno, Over the last three-plus months, I’ve made an effort to connect with as many of ERA’s volunteers, partners, and supporters as I possibly can. The reality is that I’ve barely scratched the surface, but literally every one of those meetings has been time well spent. It has been a true […]
This spring, the Eno River Association hosted a guided hike near Penny’s Bend in Durham, NC, featured on PBS North Carolina’s Sci NC. Led by ecologist Milo Pyne, the hike explored a unique section of the Eno River rich in wildflowers thanks to its rare diabase rock soil. This geology creates a more alkaline environment, […]
Update (8/1): We are no longer accepting new applications for this position. Job Title: Fall Communications InternOrganization: Eno River AssociationHours: 10 – 15 hours per week Compensation: $2,500 stipend per semesterDuration: Fall semester (with potential for extension)Location: Durham, NC. Hybrid. About Us: The Eno River Association is dedicated to preserving and protecting the nature, culture, […]
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 […]
CEDAR GROVE, NC — In a unique agreement, three North Carolina-based conservation groups will permanently protect Bluestem Conservation Cemetery, the first conservation cemetery in central North Carolina and one of only 13 such cemeteries in the country. Bluestem Community has donated a conservation easement to Triangle Land Conservancy (TLC) and Eno River Association that will […]
Dear Friends of the Eno, There is a part of me, likely the part that is a parent of two children, that feels like I should love all the seasons equally. My confession is that winter is my least favorite season and spring is my favorite. I struggle in those short, cold days of winter. […]
Job Title: Summer Communications InternOrganization: Eno River AssociationHours: 10 – 15 hours per week Compensation: stipend not available (students are encouraged to explore funding through their academic institution)Duration: May 15 to August 15 (dates flexible, with potential for extension to a paid fall semester internship)Location: Durham, NC. Hybrid. Must be able to work onsite at the […]
As we embark on another busy season of conservation and community, we invite you to explore the Eno River Association’s 2024 Annual Report and reflect on the last year. This report highlights the meaningful progress we’ve made together in preserving our cherished natural spaces, protecting vital ecosystems, and connecting with the local community. Your support […]
