[…] Treasure Maps for the Confluence Natural Area …color a page from our coloring book …represent the Eno River (and support our work) with a purchase from our online store …become a member by making a gift to our 40-mile Challenge in honor of Earth Day …sing along with our I Love the Eno music […]
Eno River Association Earns Renewed National Recognition
Durham, NC, February 17, 2022 – One thing that unites us as a nation is land: Ameri cans strongly support saving the open spaces they love. Since 1966, the Eno River Association, has been doing just that for the people of Durham and Orange counties. Now the Eno River Association announced it has renewed […]
Bringing Eno River State Park to Downtown Hillsborough
[…] to advance our role in this project and ensure our ability to protect important properties along the Eno River for generations to come. Donations can be made online or to the Eno River Association, 4404 Guess Road, Durham, NC 27712. View the PDF of the media release. For more information about the project, please contact […]
Confluence Natural Area
[…] north to merge here, thus forming the Eno River. This former farm has a long history stretching back to the late 1700s. Remnants of an old mill can still be visited by following the trails. In addition, this section of the river is a Nationally Significant Natural Heritage area, and home to populations of […]
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 […]
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 […]
Conservation
[…] Land Conservation? If you own land in the Eno River Basin (click to see map), we would be happy to speak with you about protecting it. It can be as small as 1 acre or larger than 100 acres. We are especially interested if your property has river or stream frontage, woodlands, or cultural […]
Occoneechee Speedway
[…] competing in the “Strictly Stock” and Grand National series. This site is one of only three race tracks on the National Register of Historic Places. Classical Ameri can Homes Preservation Trust and Preservation North Carolina have opened to the public the Historic Occoneechee Speedway Trail (HOST). This 44 acre site with 3 miles of trail […]
The Eno and its Banks
[…] Under their remaining sheltering brandies ancient tangles of laurel still remain clinging to the slopes. Within five miles of the city and extending along the river westward can still be seen in spring a display of pink and white laurel that would be an irresistible attraction to many of the city bound if they […]
The Eno and its Banks
[…] Under their remaining sheltering brandies ancient tangles of laurel still remain clinging to the slopes. Within five miles of the city and extending along the river westward can still be seen in spring a display of pink and white laurel that would be an irresistible attraction to many of the city bound if they […]
A Q&A with Author Julie Thomson
[…] an excerpt from an interview with Julie about her recent book, “Saving the Eno River: Margaret Nygard and the Eno River Association”, which will be available in our Eno Store in mid-February. Find Julie on Instagram @ncnaturalistjulie. Photo at left by Holden Richards. Association: Can you tell me about the book? Julie: I’ve always been fascinated […]
IN MAY: MORE THAN A MILE PROTECTED
[…] River On Monday, May 17, the Eno River Association acquired 56 acres and over a mile of riparian corridors along the Upper Eno and two tributary streams in Orange County. The move will safeguard local drinking water and further the protection of undeveloped forestland in the Eno River watershed in the Neuse River basin. […]
We’ve Got Exciting News!
[…] expanding our protected lands in this one location to over 220 acres and nearly 5 miles of riverfront. Now, we need to recharge our coffers so we can spring into action when the next great property becomes available. We also need to implement our expanded stewardship goals for The Confluence Natural Area now that […]
2019 Festival for the Eno
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.
NEW LAND PRESERVATION FUND IN ORANGE COUNTY
[…] incredible population growth in the County, it is essential that we continue to proactively preserve open spaces, protect wildlife corridors, and provide outdoor areas that all citizens can enjoy,” said Jessica Sheffield, Executive Director in a statement to its members. Joyce Brown, 2012 A long-time advocate for the environment, Joyce Brown was elected to […]
Reenvisioning Fall Events & Programs
[…] catalog of available programming ranging from hands-on STEM activities to local history topics to cultural arts. Learning pods are encouraged to use these resources, as well as online educational videos and other self-serve content, to create physical or virtual field trips to the Eno River this fall. “Even in these tough times we are […]
NATURE FUN DAY AT THE CONFLUENCE NATURAL AREA
Reptile Safari at the Confluence Sign up for one or more nature explorations. Group sizes are limited to 10 and masks must be worn where we cannot spread out. Where: Confluence Natural Area, 4214 Highland Farm Rd, Hillsborough, NC 27278. When: Saturday, October 3rd, 2020 From Hillsborough take Hwy 86 North away from town […]
Eno Summer Programs Registration is OPEN!
We are pleased to be offer ing two weeks of iWalk the Eno Science and Nature Day Camp for 8-12-year-olds and one week of Eno River Field Station for 12-15-year-olds this year! iWalk the Eno will take place June 14-18 & 21-25 and you may sign up for one or both weeks. Field Station will take […]
FINALLY! Public Hearing on the Westpoint Development
[…] about the devasting impact this project will have on the Eno and to West Point Park, THANK YOU! Your comments were passionate and perfectly on-point. You can still submit a written comment to PublicComments@ncdenr.gov BEFORE FEBRUARY 21 & include “Westpoint” in the subject line! Click here for more information about submitting a written comment […]
Paddling
[…] environmental concerns. View this PDF with more details. Whitewater paddling The Eno River also provides an opportunity for whitewater paddling, but only after a period of signifi cant rainfall. To enjoy paddling downstream requires an adequate water level. The best times are normally in the winter and spring. It is best to check the […]
Catharine Link Dunnagan
[…] the Dunnagan Trail in the Eno River State Park, hikers encounter a small graveyard, and it frequently piques the interest of the curious. Chris Graham, History PhD candidate at UNC-G who keeps the blogsite Whig Hill, wrote in 2005 of walking there, accompanied by his border collie Lizzie. So we went to the Cole Mill […]
How We’re Advocating for the Eno
[…] a final vote by City Council. Zoom in, and click on an orange parcel to see more information about the proposed development. There is a survey where you can submit comments about each case. You can also drag the icons at the top (Traffic/Transit, Environmental Protection/Community Knowledge/etc) to place a comment on a specific location […]
Accessible Activities
[…] fishing areas, but none are currently within the watershed. Accessible Programs Accessible Birding – 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