[…] trade. The good suckses of ye last jorney by my men performed gave mee great hopes of a good suckses in ye latter for I never heard from nor any thing after I employed Mr. James Needham past from Aeno an Indian towne two dayes jorny beyond Occhoneeche in safty but now begins ye […]
Panther Branch Natural Area Opens
[…] at 2437 Lebanon Road–contacted a real estate agent about selling the property but preserving its natural beauty for public access. The agent knew about the Association’s work from many years volunteering at Festival for the Eno and connected the land trust with the Iski family, who ultimately agreed to sell the land for about […]
Thank You for Supporting our 44th Festival for the Eno!
Photo Credit: Michael McClellan It’s you, this vibrant, kind-hearted, and giving community, that makes it all possible. From the performers, to the volunteers, and of course all of you that came and enjoyed yourselves – we’re sending a heartfelt “Thank You!” Your Festival participation is just the first step in protecting the Eno. As you know, […]
Remembering: John Blackfeather Jeffries
Interview conducted on March 13, 2019 by Joe Liles at the home of John Blackfeather Jeffries in Hillsborough, NC. From Ribbons of Color Along the Eno River, volume 2. Photo of Mr. Jeffries by Joe Liles I came into this world in 1939 in Hillsborough, NC where we are sitting right now. All of […]
Open Air Camp Road Properties Update as of October 1, 2022
[…] offering supplies for packing and moving, and activating our Eno community regarding the specific needs we’ve heard. And as mentioned above, we have extended their monthly lease from the original November 30 date to December 31. Our outreach to these three families has included emails, phone calls, and letters in addition to the notifications […]
Not-So-Spooky Owls of the Eno
[…] 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 surface of the flight feathers. Ultimately, the air moving […]
Confluence Natural Area
[…] hiking along 2.25 miles of trail, picnicking, and photography. The Confluence Natural Area is so named because the East and West Forks of the Eno River flow from the 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 […]
Stewardship
[…] removing invasive species of plants. Once we have them under control in our protected areas, there is still a possibility of seeds making their way back in from neighboring properties. You can help us by tackling invasive species in your own backyard, by removing them and replacing them with native plants. To learn more […]
Panther Branch Natural Area
[…] miles of walking trails thru 56 acres of mature hardwood forests Picnic tables, Eno River vistas, and gravel parking area Note: No restrooms on site 3 miles from I-85 / I-40, easy to access from the Triangle and beyond Trail Map The Panther Branch Natural Area is owned and managed by the Eno River […]
Welcoming New Staff!
Please jo in the Eno River Association Staff and Board of Directors in welcoming Hillary Harrison to the team who started on February 1! Hillary leads our Environmental Education and Outreach program. Hillary will direct our hands-on feet-wet outdoor education programs, lead our environmental educator and seasonal teachers, manage our calendar program, and grow […]
Bringing Eno River State Park to Downtown Hillsborough
The Eno River Association is facilitating the sale of over 200 acres near downtown Hillsborough from Classical American Homes Preservation Trust to the Archaeological Conservancy and the State to be added to Eno River State Park. Once complete, this transaction will increase Eno River State Park to over 4,700 acres in Durham and Orange counties. […]
Eno River Association and Orange County Protect Historic Farm Property
[…] National Register of Historic Places and contains a well preserved, rare Reconstruction-period I-house (circa 1873) and a large intact grouping of agricultural outbuildings constructed at various times from 1900 through 1950. This project will ensure a historically significant farm property will remain as a tangible and meaningful link to the small farm culture dating […]
Take Action to Protect Orange County Lands & Waters
[…] “NO” on September 15th to this RTLP proposal as it doesn’t yet offer the appropriate protections for the natural community and Orange County neighbors. More information, a petition, and a direct link to email your commissioners is included on the Save Hillsborough website. View the complete letter from the Eno River Association by clicking here.
FINALLY! Public Hearing on the Westpoint Development
[…] your comments. You can also visit the Save Black Meadow Ridge website here. This past October, the NC Division of Water Resources (DWR) received over 1,200 comments from local residents who DO NOT AGREE with the application for the Westpoint development plan, AKA Black Meadow Ridge. We are grateful to the Eno friends who […]
Mountains to Sea Trail
Hours: Dawn to Dusk Address: Various, check website for entry points Website MAP The NC Mountains-to-Sea Trail stretches 1175 miles across North Carolina from Clingmans Dome in the Great Smoky Mountains to Jockey’s Ridge on the Outer Banks, stopping at many of our state’s most beautiful places along the way. One of those places, […]
A Community of Men and Mills
Eno Journal VOLUME 7 SPECIAL ISSUE Papers from the seminar on Water Wheels and Windmills JULY 1978 By Jean Anderson Watermills filled a unique position in rural America before the 20th century. As industrial, commercial, and social centers they touched the lives of people at many points, becoming interwoven not only with the economic […]
Saving Eno Monarchs
[…] year. The species’ primary threats include habitat destruction and climate change. Pesticide and herbicide usage is also a prominent threat, as it can kill off both monarchs and their host plants. Now more than ever, monarchs need to be protected, and there are many ways that you can help! Click this link to learn more.
Celebrate Earth Day 2020
[…] our earth today, and we hope you’ll take part in at least one of them: …download our 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 […]
2020 Festival for the Eno Canceled
[…] weekend 2021. In the meantime, we will continue to promote the nature, culture and history of the Eno River through virtual experiences, and self-guided activities – accessible online via Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and the Festival website. The Festival for the Eno is our largest public event and our greatest opportunity to raise awareness & […]
Wildflower Society
[…] members receive invitations to special events and priority listing in our newsletter unless they wish to remain anonymous. Make your membership gift to join the Wildflower Society online. Wildflower Society Members as of March 2021 BLAZING STAR – $5,000 AND ABOVE Anonymous Meredith Barrett & Aaron Stoertz Bill & Carol Charping The Estate of […]
Guided Hike Series
[…] New Year in Eno style! January 1 at 2pm Cox Mountain Trailhead – Eno River State Park Eno winter hikes have been a tradition since 1971 and start on January 1st with the New Year’s Day Hike and continue each Sunday afternoon through February. These hikes are led by staff or volunteers who will […]
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
Happy 50th Birthday to Eno River State Park!
[…] Full Schedule 50th Birthday Raffle What would a birthday be without presents? With that in mind, we’ve designed a FREE raffle for everyone who visits the park from August 20 to August 27, or makes a donation by August 22. Grand Prize: Eno River State Park Quilted Wall Hanging This handmade quilted wall hanging […]
Gateway Building Company improves access to Eno River parks!
[…] on the Eno Durham City Park and the eastern end of Eno River State Park, this trail access has seen an dramatic increase in traffic since the start of the global pandemic. Thanks to Gateway, the site has improved drainage and parking, with additional parking spaces, new gravel & grading, and signage to help […]