American Shore & Beach Preservation Association is dedicated to preserving, protecting, and enhancing our coasts by merging science and public policy.

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Joined January 2009
Join us as we take A Decadal Walk To ASBPA’s Future, highlighting 2006-2015. 👣 Thank you to Quin Robertson for researching and sharing this part of ASBPA’s history. #ASBPA100 Read more about #ASBPAHistory: asbpa.org/2026/10/22/asbpas-…
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⭐ One of the highlights of the ASBPA National Coastal Conference Centennial Celebration was the special interactive Journey to the Future exhibit!
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🌊 Attendees explored a century of coastal history, met the experts who helped uncover the stories behind each era, signed on to support WRDA, offered advice to future coastal leaders, and left behind their encouragement and commitments for the generations that follow.
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Couldn’t be there in person to do the activities? 💬 Comment below with your commitment to our coasts or advice for our future coastal leaders!
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🌟 ASBPA is proud to present Congressman David Rouzer (R-NC) with our 2026 Coastal Advocate Award during the NCBIWA Fall Conference this week in Wilmington. Thank you, @RepDavidRouzer, for being an advocate for our nation’s coasts and coastal communities. 🌊
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🎙️ Lee Weishar, semi-retired Senior Coastal Scientist with @WoodsHoleGroup, joins the ASBPA #ShapingShoresPodcast to share his perspectives on the people, progress, and future of America’s coasts. Watch the full episode: asbpa.org/2026/10/21/asbpa-l…
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💫 As part of the #ASBPA100 Centennial Celebration, this series brings to life the stories that drive ASBPA’s mission to preserve, protect, and enhance our nation’s beaches and shores by merging science and public policy.
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Ken Willson, ASBPA supporter since 2007 and 2026 ASBPA Member of the Year, shares his story, reflecting on the friendships, friendly rivalries, and unforgettable memories made through ASBPA conferences over the years. 💬 Read their #ASBPAMemory: asbpa.org/2026/10/16/memorie…
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As we celebrate 100 years of preserving, protecting, and enhancing our nation’s beaches and shores, these stories remind us of the people, places, and passion that continue to shape ASBPA’s legacy. #ASBPA100 ✨ Share your ASBPA memory: forms.gle/1xWQ2AiUn4MieGrPA
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🌊 Who Helped Shape Your Coastal Career? Maybe it’s a professor who inspired you. A mentor who opened a door. A colleague who shared their expertise. A leader who helped guide your career path. The coastal community is more connected than you think.
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Help us grow the #CoastalCommunityFamilyTree geodatabase: 📚 Tell us where you got your coastal academic degree(s): arcg.is/10uKG52 💼 And where your professional career took you: arcg.is/19iejr2 📸: @asbpa_snp
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Revisit your favorite moments from the ASBPA National Coastal Conference Centennial Celebration! 💫 📸 Browse the full gallery: drive.google.com/drive/folde…
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🩵 A special thank you goes to Temitope Idowu, as well as all of the volunteers and attendees, for helping ASBPA staff capture all the moments of this memorable occasion!
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Kate Gooderham, former ASBPA Managing Director, shares her story, reflecting on unprecedented challenges of 2020 and the decisions that helped keep the Coastal Summit and ASBPA community connected during a time of uncertainty. 💬 Read their #ASBPAMemory: asbpa.org/2026/10/15/memorie…
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As we celebrate 100 years of preserving, protecting, and enhancing our nation’s beaches and shores, these stories remind us of the people, places, and passion that continue to shape ASBPA’s legacy. #ASBPA100 ✨ Share your ASBPA memory: forms.gle/1xWQ2AiUn4MieGrPA
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🎙️ Lynette Cardosh, Director of Resilience & Adaptation and Vice President at @moffattnichol, joins the ASBPA #ShapingShoresPodcast to share their perspectives on the people, progress, and future of America’s coasts. Watch the full episode: asbpa.org/2026/10/14/asbpa-l…
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💫 As part of the #ASBPA100 Centennial Celebration, this series brings to life the stories that drive ASBPA’s mission to preserve, protect, and enhance our nation’s beaches and shores by merging science and public policy.
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🌎 We are thrilled to support Toby's Spooktacular Costume Litter Sweep on Folly Beach, SC, on Sunday, October 25th, in partnership with Toby the Turtle, the @CityofFolly, and the @SCaquarium! ➡️ Sign up to help at the ASBPA station!: signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4EA…
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🤔 Not near one of the participating events? You can still be a part of the movement by organizing your own mini sweep, picking up litter in your community, or sharing this post!
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Don’t forget to tag us in your posts, share your pics with us, and follow along as we share photos and videos from our awesome volunteers on our Instagram and Facebook story!
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