Whether you’re huddled around a campfire or snuggled under blankets in your living room, fall is the perfect time to tell stories of intrigue. Our Outer Banks national parks have all played vital roles in both American and world history, and each park has its own...
It’s back to school season, which means it’s time for a pop quiz: Can you name all 3 of your OBX National Parks? (Don’t worry if you’re drawing a blank—most people can’t name them all! Your secret’s safe with us.) We are lucky to have three National Parks—Wright...
Over the next few weeks we are excited to share a deeper dive into our recently announced projects! These projects are only possible with your support. Check out the full list of projects and how you can make them happen here. Today's post was written by Maeve...
Kill Devils Hills, NC – Outer Banks Forever, the local nonprofit partner of the three national parks of the Outer Banks – Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial – is pleased to announce its...
The following news release was shared by the National Park Service. Click here to view all news releases from Cape Hatteras National Seashore. News Release Date: July 15, 2020 Contact: Mike Barber, 252-475-9032 Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) experienced...
By Rachael Graf, Community Engagement Coordinator Trip Forman has gills. At least that’s what he tells people. “I have to be in the water,” Forman said. “If I'm not in the water regularly, my gills start to dry up and stick to the side of my neck. And then I get...
June is World Oceans Month - Read on to learn about one of the greatest threats to our beaches, oceans and marine life and how you can help protect them. Imagine this: You’re walking along the beach of Cape Hatteras National Seashore when something catches your eye up...
Your OBX national parks are joining parks around the country for a Virtual Campout this Memorial Day weekend! From Saturday to Monday, you can participate in activities at home and hear from special guests from over 20 national parks. You'll be able to explore the...
If you’ve had the opportunity to travel to Ocracoke Island, then you may have stopped to visit some of the island’s most popular residents: the Banker Ponies that are protected and cared for by your OBX national park staff. But how did these ponies come to be on the...
As the Outer Banks community prepares to re-open to visitors on Saturday, May 16th (entry FAQs here), we want to share a few important safety tips and reminders with you. This includes not only how to be safe when spending time near the ocean, but also guidelines for...