Become a friend of the NC Oyster Trail to support:

Local, family-owned businesses that grow and serve oysters
Building the N.C. oyster brand
Environmental education
Protection of our coastal environment

How to Become a Friend

To become a friend of the NC Oyster Trail, submit your donation. Friends can be individuals, businesses or organizations who want to support the Trail. A minimum donation of $100 is required. All donations are tax-deductible.

Submit your donation.

A Friend of the NC Oyster Trail designation is perfect for a local Chamber of Commerce, Tourism Bureau, Town, County, Main Street Community or an individual or business that values local oyster-based tourism, sustainable seafood options and a healthy coastal environment.

Friend of the Trail Contribution Level & Benefits

$100.00: Friend on the Half Shell
- An NC Oyster Trail sticker or magnet to display your support
- Name on the NC Oyster Trail website recognizing support
- Annual recognition in the NC Oyster Trail e-newsletter
- Annual promotion on NC Oyster Trail social media platforms
$200.00: Friend by the Dozen
All benefits of a Friend on the Half Shell plus:
- Business name and link on NC Oyster Trail website
- Choice of NC Oyster Trail t-shirt, koozie or bandana
$1,000.00: Friend by the Bushel
All benefits of a Friend by the Dozen plus:
- Recognition during NC Oyster Month celebrations (October of each year)
- Recognition in the NC Oyster Trail annual report
- Recognition in the NC Coastal Federation’s annual report

Submit your donation.

NC Oyster Trail

CONTACT US

For more information, contact the North Carolina Coastal Federation at oysters@nccoast.org. Visit ncoysters.org to learn about statewide efforts to restore oyster populations and protect our coast.

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