The coastal biologist for Audubon North Carolina has spent more than a decade protecting coastal birds and their habitats. Addison told the audience that she is appreciative and honored that the Coastal Federation selected Audubon North Carolina’s Coastal Program for this award and recognition. Coastal biologist Lindsay Addison, right, of Audubon North Carolina, accepts her award from North Carolina Coastal Federation Coastal Scientist and Marine Debris Program Director Ted Wilgus Saturday in Morehead City. In 2024, the North Carolina Coastal Land Trust purchased the 150-acre property to save the undeveloped property. Coastal media partnershipCoastal Review, which is published by the Coastal Federation, this year recognized the Hatteras Island-based online news service, Island Free Press “For Excellence in Collaborative Coastal Community Journalism.”