It all started with a vacation. In the late 1970s, Fred Hattman, an Air Force veteran from the Bronx, was living with his wife, Ronnie, and their three children in Connecticut, trying to find an unhurried place for a peaceful family trip. “We went to Disney World...
Giving Tuesday 2020: How You Can Impact Your Parks
On December 1st, Outer Banks Forever joins nonprofits around the world in celebrating Giving Tuesday, an annual day of giving each holiday season. Read on to learn how this special day supports the communities we serve every day. What is Giving Tuesday? Giving Tuesday...
What is the Great American Outdoors Act?
Earlier this month the Great American Outdoors Act was passed into law. While many of the details of how, when and where funds from the Act will be used has yet to be determined, we've put together a brief overview for you of the purpose of this Act in assisting...
Project Spotlight: Artist in Community
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...
Why I Give: Greg Honeycutt, Ocean Atlantic Rentals
Greg Honeycutt, owner of Ocean Atlantic Rentals, shares his story of why he chose to support his OBX national parks through a Forever Founder business sponsorship. To find out how your business can support the parks and get in front of park visitors in 2020, contact...
Outer Banks Forever Announces New Projects to Protect and Enhance Your OBX National Parks
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 Origins of OBX Kite Boarding with Trip Forman, REAL Watersports
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...
Small But Mighty: The Banker Ponies of Ocracoke Island
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...
Giving Tuesday Now: 3 Ways to Support Your Outer Banks Today
There's never been a time when your OBX community and national parks need your support more than now. The good news is, you can choose how you give back and we hope you'll join us today as we rally to support your parks, and our OBX community. Today is Giving Tuesday...
Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service with your OBX national parks
On January 20, your OBX national parks will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., by celebrating the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service! According to the Corporation for National and Community Service, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day was...