Published on February 25, 2026
A "smart collaboration at water's edge" started in the Summer of last year is finally ready to for an official site launch, just in time to welcome the Spring season! The CoastWise Initiative Kickoff Event with UNCW has been scheduled for Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Nature Center, located at 5202 E Yacht Drive.
This event will serve as the official start to the fieldwork being done as part of the CoastWise Initiative, and will provide further information on upcoming volunteer opportunities, along with a chance to learn more about the partnership!
The CoastWise Initiative is a partnership between the Town of Oak Island and the UNCW College of Science & Engineering (UNCW). This partnership is mutually beneficial, utilizing the knowledge and resources of UNCW to benefit the Town's natural environment, while at the same time providing valuable spaces for students and staff to research, study, and contribute to the ecology of marine habitats.
To learn more about the partnership and the potential opportunities to participate as a volunteer or supporter, just visit the CoastWise page at OakIslandNC.gov/COASTWISE or click the link below.
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