South End Topsail Island walk to The Point
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Sat, May 9, 2026; 10:00 AM
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South End Topsail Island walk to The Point
Escorted walk to the point of the island, with Environmental Education Coordinator Bryce Tholen
88WW+P2 South Topsail Preserve, “The Point”, Topsail Beach, NC, USA
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Suzanne Eggeling
capefearsierraclub@gmail.com
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Organized By: Cape Fear Sierra Club
Location: 88WW+P2 South Topsail Preserve, “The Point”, Topsail Beach, NC, USA
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Event Organizers:
Suzanne Eggeling
capefearsierraclub@gmail.com
James Ruddick
capefearsierraclub@gmail.com
Mr. Bryce Tholen, Education and Stewardship Coordinator with the Coastal Land Trust, will offer us a very thorough and enlightening explanation of the reasons South Topsail Island was saved from developers, and how that area became acquired by the community. You've read all about it, now hear about the process and ask the questions.
As an environmental steward, Bryce will also share information with us about local wildlife like nesting shore birds and sea turtle habitat. We'll view the uninhabited Hatoff Island, and hear why this may be the next island to 'save' in the area. Coastal conservation of these last remaining uninhabited islands is vital in North Carolina.
Our beach walk includes about 1 to 1.5 miles walking on sand, so consider beach type shoes. Feel free to bring your beach chairs as we can sit awhile at the shore during Bryce's talk. It's possible that it could be hot and sunny so you'll want water, sun screen, hat, etc. Sierra Club will try to bring shade cover (Shibumi type cover).
We'd like to offer that we gather for lunch somewhere after the tour. We'll seek out a good restaurant for lunch and let you know in advance.
Where to meet: We are still working on the logistics, but for now, plan to meet at the Publix in Hampstead/Surf City at 9:30am and we will drive over to Topsail together (hopefully carpooling since parking is limited). We will have our Sierra Club banner displayed (more info to come on this). The address for the Publix is 2765 NC-210, Hampstead, NC 28443. Optional activities when in the area: The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehab Center (advanced reservations required) is right down the road after you cross the bridge to the mainland. They offer an excellent tour for all ages. Or consider spending the night at the nearby Sea Vista Motel which is very close to our starting point. We are not representing the motel and have no responsibility for the standard and experiences you may have there. Many other hotels/motels are on the island. 
Level: Easy (easy walk on sand 1 -1.5 miles)
Cost: free
Signup Instructions: sign up on the Sierra Club website
Bring: water, sun protection, hat, possible a folding chair for resting during the program/discussion.
Signup Restrictions: non ADA compliant walkway
Additional Directions: Optional carpooling. Meet at Publix in Surf City before crossing bridge to the island. It would be awesome if a volunteer would be interested in organizing carpooling for us. If so, please email Suzanne at rich.sue.sc@gmail.com
Cancellation Policy: Heavy rain cancels