Monday, November 28, 2005
Springer's Point Nature Preserve in Ocracoke
 Anyone who has ever been able to spend time on North Carolina's Outer Banks knows just how special our barrier islands are. Ocracoke, Roanoke, and Hatteras islands have seen a lot of development over the past few years and all that is really unique about each is in danger. A recent campaign by the NC Coastal Land Trust, assisted by the Ocracoke Preservation Society, is protecting 31 acres at Springer's Point with a promise to keep these lands from development forever. The NC Coastal Land Trust plans to purchase another 91 acres on an adjacent tract of land in the next few years. They are currently looking for some help to preserve this beautiful maritime forest and to build nature trails and informational kiosks that highlight the area's history as Blackbeard's refuge. The link below goes to the North Carolina Land Trust site and contains information for donations and how to volunteer time to help. Being a responsible fisherman is more than just adhering to regulations and releasing important fish species. It also involves helping preserve natural habitat we might take for granted so that our grandchildren can go fishing and see more than just strip malls and luxury homes on the Outer Banks. Info on NC Coastal Land Trust's Springer's Point Campaign Archive Link 0 Comments Tell a Friend |
