[…] out to inquire what might bee found out of truth in ye buisness, but before his return upon ye 25th of February came one Henry Hatcher an English man, to my house which had been att Occhonechee a tradeing with them Indians, and tells me that my man I last sent out was stopt […]
Orange County Proposal to Slash Funding for Land Protection
[…] that could affect the lands legacy program, most commissioners stated they will NOT cut that funding when it comes up for vote in September!! This is good news. Sample Talking Points Here are some sample talking points you can use to craft your letter or remarks, but it is by no means comprehensive. The […]
The Story of West Point on the Eno*
[…] prosperous marriage to Colonel Herbert Sims, she moved to West Point. With this advantageous marriage, Sims came to control two mills on the Eno and a large share of the milling business. Mills were community centers back then, places where business of all sorts was done, and places where men met to gossip and […]
Panther Branch Natural Area Opens
[…] land trust with the Iski family, who ultimately agreed to sell the land for about $6,000 an acre. “You cannot own land like this. It must be shared,” Robin Iski said of the family’s decision to sell the final section of a larger parcel once owned by their maternal grandmother. Iski has a deep […]
Eno River State Park
[…] storms changed the landscape for weeks and it was awesome to see the park in a way that few ever get the chance. We also had our share of trouble from people who brought crime to the park and others who loved the park but didn’t accept how ignoring the regulations hurt the park […]
Panther Branch Natural Area
[…] own this property? Panther Branch Natural Area was originally two separate, adjacent properties owned by members of the Iski Family. When they placed the property on the market, a realtor connected them with the Eno River Association. The landowners had a desire to see their properties preserved and eventually opened to the public. The […]
Thank You for Supporting our 44th Festival for the Eno!
[…] gift or renewed your Eno membership, please do so today. Consider becoming a Sustaining Member to unlock great membership benefits, like a 10% discount year-round through our Eno Store. Volunteers Wanted! Share your passion for the river, and help protect our local environment! Volunteers started the Eno River Association and they continue to contribute significant skills, time, and […]
Year of the Trail Feature: Buckquarter Creek Trail
[…] consolidated control of his major competitors under a single corporation known as the American Tobacco Company, which went on to hold the monopoly in the U.S. cigarette market. Tobacco barns were once an important part of the tobacco curing process. Some of the common design elements of these structures included gabled roofs and some […]
SuperEno
[…] 2022 Eno Calendar (or equivalent Eno Store merchandise). Follow along at @enoriver and #SuperEno on Facebook and Instagram. Download the Scavenger Hunt Card Here Instructions for Submitting Share your posts via Facebook, Instagram, or email via instructions below. Once you’ve completed all the challenges you want to complete, fill out our submission form to […]
DUKE ENERGY SUPPORTS HANDS-ON, FEET WET PROGRAMS ON THE ENO
[…] outreach coordinator With the help of its partners, the Association provides scholarships for all students, additional funding for free- and reduced-lunch participants, and resources in Spanish and English. All other youth education programs and field trips are provided to schools and community groups at no charge, and the Association prioritizes the 18 Title One […]
A Peek into Neuse River Waterdog Research in the Eno!
Last week, myself and my colleague had the amazing opportunity to assist two research technicians from North Carolina State University with Neuse River waterdog surveys in the Eno and Flat Rivers. Spoiler alert: we found one in the Flat River, but none in the Eno. Nonetheless, I’d like to tell you about our experience! First, […]
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area
[…] volcanic activity early in the Paleozoic (~500 million years ago). Fractures developed which were filled with an assortment of minerals, one of which, pyrophyllite, is actively mined today east of the Natural Area. In the geologic present the nature of the mountain’s rock and the shaping force of the Eno made it an Ice […]
Conservation
[…] ensures the land is protected and not developed as the land passes to the next generation. By removing the potential or development, the easement decreases the land’s market value, which in turn lowers estate tax. This can make a critical difference in the heirs’ ability to keep the land intact. Planned Gift/Bequest – If you […]
Catharine Link Dunnagan
[…] back and told his wife that Norman fell dead this morning going into town, she asked, “Did he break the eggs?” * At least 7 are visible today. ** There was also an old homestead ~ 1000 feet east, next to a huge white oak tree, as indicated by a well or cistern pit, […]
Resolve to Sustain the Eno in 2023
[…] a lot in store for our Sustaining Members this year: 10% discount to our Eno Store all year long, event invitations, special surprise gifts, and more. Pledge today, and we’ll send you a coupon code for a BOGO Eno Calendar! So, start the year off with the Eno River Association, and maybe breathe a […]
Hooray for the Holiday Hullabaloo!
[…] new and unveil our 2019 Eno calendar. John Bachmann who sang his Eno River Song last year has created an outstanding video tribute to the river to share. Keith Nealson and Dave Cook will perform some original Eno songs. We will hold a brief annual meeting including a short show on the accomplishments of […]
Not-So-Spooky Owls of the Eno
[…] and without flapping as much. Less flapping means less noise! The flight feathers of owls have serrated, comb-like edges which are thought to reduce aerodynamic disturbances by breaking turbulence down into smaller currents. The noise coming from those smaller currents of air is then further dampened by the soft and velvety texture on the […]
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access
[…] of work in land conservation and land ownership is intertwined with racial injustice and acts of violence against Black and Indigenous peoples. The land that we protect today is the ancestral homelands of the Eno, Shakori, Sissipahaw, Occaneechi, other people of Siouan descent and their descendants, the Occaneechi Band of the Saponi Nation. The […]
Help us finish 2021 strong!
Make your membership donation today. The Eno River Association is about the people. The Eno connects us – to nature, to each other, and to the shared goals of land protection, access to nature, and climate resilience. As we approach the end of the year, we’re asking you to make a gift to put […]
Confluence Natural Area
[…] of pavilion Trail difficulty: Easy to moderate natural surface, varying widths from 2-6 feet, varying grades including several steep inclines (Two Forks Trail) Language: All signage in English Other features: Accessible pavilion, with concrete walkway to the pavilion and accessible restrooms (open only for events) Visit our Accessible Activities page for more ways to […]
Durham City Residents Can Vote for the Eno
Education Programs
[…] 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. Book Now Download Program Catalog If you are a teacher and are looking for more ways for your […]
Donate
[…] to the extent allowed by law. According to the IRS, your contribution that is deductible for federal tax purposes is limited to the excess of the fair market value of the donation over the value of any benefits or items received. If you receive a benefit at a later date as a result of […]
Occoneechee Speedway
[…] the mile–long oval track where such legends as Fireball Roberts, Richard Petty, Ned Jarrett, Louise Smith and Junior Johnson once spent their Sundays 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 American Homes Preservation Trust and Preservation […]