Formed by a hurricane in 1846, Oregon Inlet connects the Atlantic Ocean with Pamlico Sound and a maze of inland waterways. Forming a 3,000-square-mile estuary, these waters offer crucial habitat for commercially important fish, shrimp, and shellfish species. Over 95%...
A New Way to Get on the Wright Route!
Orville and Wilbur Wright changed the course of human history in twelve seconds when they completed the first successful heavier-than-air powered flight on the sands of Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, on December 17, 1903. But their journey to the skies began long before...
Meet Your Ranger: Adonis Osekre
Our Meet Your Ranger series introduces you to the many amazing people who support our Outer Banks national parks every day! Please tell us a little bit about yourself. Hometown: Washington, D.C. Program of study and relevant work experience: I studied...
Celebrate National Aviation Day 2022 in the Outer Banks
We invite you to celebrate National Aviation Day (Orville and Katharine Wright’s birthdays!) on Friday, August 19, at two locations in the Outer Banks: Wright Brothers National Memorial and Dare County Regional Airport! If you can't join in person this year, check...
Your Guide to Getting Married or Renewing Your Vows on Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Cape Hatteras National Seashore is one of the most popular sites in the Outer Banks for weddings and vow renewal ceremonies, as its scenic beaches and iconic lighthouses provide beautiful settings for these special moments. We recently asked Carmen Pantaleo, Special...
North Carolina, Ohio to celebrate 118th anniversary of first flight together, debut Wright Route
Nonprofit partners in both states to co-produce virtual event, launch Wright Route to put ‘aviation rivalry’ to rest KITTY HAWK, NC and DAYTON, OH — Orville and Wilbur Wright changed the course of human history in 12 seconds when they completed the first successful...
Outer Banks National Parks Awarded Open OutDoors for Kids Grant from National Park Foundation
In partnership with Outer Banks Forever, funds will cover transportation costs for field trips for students attending local Title I schools KILL DEVIL HILLS, NC and MANTEO, NC — Last month, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic...
Celebrate National Public Lands Day 2021 in Your OBX National Parks!
Join us in celebrating National Public Lands Day 2021 in your OBX national parks on Saturday, September 25! All three of your parks are fee-free for the day! "Established in 1994 and held annually on the fourth Saturday in September, National Public Lands Day is...
Outer Banks Forever Helps Fund First Designated Kayak Launch at Cape Hatteras National Seashore
New Oregon Inlet Kayak Launch provides water sport enthusiasts safe, accessible way to enjoy Pamlico Sound KILL DEVIL HILLS, NC — Outer Banks Forever, the official nonprofit partner of the three Outer Banks national parks, has helped fund the first designated kayak...
Celebrate National Aviation Day 2021 in the OBX!
We invite you to celebrate National Aviation Day (Orville and Katharine Wright's birthdays!) on Thursday, August 19, at two different locations in the OBX: Dare County Regional Airport and Wright Brothers National Memorial! Dare County Regional Airport: Thursday,...