by Jessica Barnes | November 30, 2020 | Cape Hatteras, Fort Raleigh, Support, Wright Brothers
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...
by Jessica Barnes | November 17, 2020 | Cape Hatteras, News & Events
This article, written by your parks’ Cultural Resource Manager Jami Lanier, was originally published in the 2020 In the Parks newspaper, available online here and at your parks’ Visitor’s Centers. The necessity of a lighthouse at Cape Hatteras has...
by Jessica Barnes | October 29, 2020 | Cape Hatteras, Fort Raleigh, News & Events, Wright Brothers
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...
by Jessica Barnes | September 16, 2020 | Cape Hatteras, Fort Raleigh, News & Events, Wright Brothers
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...
by Jessica Barnes | September 16, 2020 | Meet Your Ranger
National Park Rangers come in all shapes and sizes. Our Meet Your Ranger series introduces you to the many amazing faces that support your OBX national parks every day. Hometown: Whitney Point, New York Position: Public Affairs Specialist for Cape Hatteras National...
by Jessica Barnes | August 19, 2020 | News & Events, Support
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...
by Jessica Barnes | August 17, 2020 | Cape Hatteras, Create Experiences, Support
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...
by Jessica Barnes | August 17, 2020 | Meet Your Ranger, Women's History in OBX
National Park Rangers come in all shapes and sizes. Our Meet Your Ranger series introduces you to the many amazing faces that support our Outer Banks national parks every day! *Please note: Sarah is now the NPS Partnership Program Manager for the South Atlantic Gulf...
by Jessica Barnes | July 27, 2020 | Support
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...
by Jessica Barnes | July 21, 2020 | Cape Hatteras, Fort Raleigh, News & Events, Support, Wright Brothers
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...
