Members of the community are cordially invited to a very special celebration.  On Friday, September 12th at 5PM, the North Carolina Coastal Land Trust and members of the Foy family dedicate Abbey Nature Preserve to the citizens and visitors of Pender County.

Located adjacent to historic Poplar Grove Plantation, the Abbey Nature Preserve is a passive nature park.  It includes hiking trails, a beautiful boardwalk overlooking the historic millpond, and other tranquil recreation opportunities.  

This beautiful, pristine environment will be forever protected by the North Carolina Coastal Land Trust and the North Carolina Clean Water Management Trust Fund.  The large, 67 acre site, has been set aside for the enjoyment of present and future generations, through the thoughtful, generosity of the Foy family.  Dedicated memory of Margaret Abbey Foy Moore, it truly is a precious gift to the community.

Please come and join the North Carolina Coastal Land Trust and members of the Foy family, on Friday, September 12th at 5 pm for the official opening and dedication.   Parking will be in Historic Poplar Grove Plantation’s north parking lot.  From there you may walk or board a shuttle to the ceremony at the turnaround.  All are invited to take a self-guided walking tour afterward.

Dedication of the
Abbey Nature Preserve
Poplar Grove Plantation
10200 US Highway 17 N., Wilmington
Friday, September 12, 2008
5:00 pm - Dedication at Abbey Nature Preserve turnaround
5:30-6:30 pm - Self-guided walking tours