Mr. Wheaton's passion for freshwater fishes shows in every aspect of the work he does. He developed and manages Enchanting Ectotherms where he features southeast fishes on Facebook. He has attracted significant followers on social media and raised awareness of the beauty of aquatic life within our Basin. 

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Since 1994, Conserving Carolina has been working in the upper French Broad River sub-basin on conservation, restoration, and management of lands critical to protecting and maintaining water quality as well as the natural heritage of North Carolina.