https://www.nps.gov/caha News releases from Cape Hatteras National Seashore. en-us https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-urges-caution-near-threatened-oceanfront-structures-in-buxton-and-rodanthe.htm Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:49:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore urges visitors to use caution from today to April 11 on east-facing beaches. There is the potential for multi-day, persistent northeast winds and breaking waves. This could cause coastal erosion and the partial or full collapse of one or more threatened oceanfront structures in Buxton and Rodanthe. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-urges-caution-near-threatened-oceanfront-structures-in-buxton-and-rodanthe.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-issues-permit-to-repair-southernmost-groin-in-buxton-north-carolina.htm Wed, 01 Apr 2026 06:22:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore issued a special use permit to Dare County for its upcoming project to repair the southernmost groin, located partially within the boundaries of the Seashore, in Buxton, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-issues-permit-to-repair-southernmost-groin-in-buxton-north-carolina.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-and-outer-banks-forever-announce-repairs-to-bodie-island-double-keepers-quarters.htm Tue, 03 Mar 2026 03:30:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore and its official non-profit partner, Outer Banks Forever, today announced an upcoming partnership project, funded by Outer Banks Forever, that will restore the interior of the Bodie Island Double Keepers’ Quarters. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-and-outer-banks-forever-announce-repairs-to-bodie-island-double-keepers-quarters.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers-announce-facility-closures-ahead-of-winter-storm.htm Fri, 30 Jan 2026 02:53:00 EST Ahead of an impending winter storm, all National Park Service visitor facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial will be closed this weekend and will remain closed through at least the morning of Feb. 2. The Oregon Inlet and Ocracoke campgrounds are closing at 12 p.m. today. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers-announce-facility-closures-ahead-of-winter-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-provides-updates-on-missing-person.htm Thu, 22 Jan 2026 03:45:00 EST The National Park Service continues to seek information from the public to assist in locating Christopher Lee Palmer, 39, who was officially declared a missing person by Arkansas authorities on Jan. 16. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-provides-updates-on-missing-person.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-publics-help-to-locate-missing-person.htm Tue, 20 Jan 2026 03:03:00 EST The National Park Service is seeking information from the public to assist in locating Chris Palmer, 39, who has been reported missing. Palmer is described as Caucasian, approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall, with blue eyes and strawberry-blond hair. He was last in contact with family members on Jan. 9, 2026. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-publics-help-to-locate-missing-person.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/unoccupied-house-collapses-in-rodanthe.htm Fri, 03 Oct 2025 13:26:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) was notified shortly before 6 p.m. that an unoccupied house collapsed at 23047 G.A. Kohler Court in Rodanthe, North Carolina. Seashore staff are responding to the collapse and plan to begin initial cleanup efforts tomorrow, Oct. 4. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/unoccupied-house-collapses-in-rodanthe.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-to-begin-cleanup-efforts-associated-with-recent-house-collapses.htm Thu, 02 Oct 2025 08:31:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore will deploy about two dozen staff to Buxton tomorrow, Oct. 3, to contribute to the significant cleanup efforts associated with recent house collapses in Buxton. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-to-begin-cleanup-efforts-associated-with-recent-house-collapses.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/five-unoccupied-houses-collapse-in-buxton-september-30-2025.htm Tue, 30 Sep 2025 10:04:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) was notified this afternoon that five unoccupied houses have collapsed in Buxton, North Carolina. Seashore visitors are urged to stay away from the collapsed house sites and to use caution for miles to the south of the sites, due to the presence of potentially hazardous debris. This is an ongoing incident; further collapses are possible due to the ocean conditions. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/five-unoccupied-houses-collapse-in-buxton-september-30-2025.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-urges-caution-during-hazardous-conditions.htm Sun, 28 Sep 2025 20:00:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore urges visitors to exercise caution this while while traveling and to stay out of closed beach areas and the ocean due to hazardous conditions. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-urges-caution-during-hazardous-conditions.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-urges-visitors-to-avoid-beach-near-unoccupied-house-collapse-in-buxton.htm Mon, 15 Sep 2025 20:00:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is urging its visitors to avoid the beach and stay out of the water near Buxton, due to a collapse of an unoccupied house at 46227 Tower Circle Road in Buxton, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-urges-visitors-to-avoid-beach-near-unoccupied-house-collapse-in-buxton.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-urges-visitors-to-use-caution-due-to-low-pressure-weather-system.htm Sun, 14 Sep 2025 20:00:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is urging visitors to use caution near the ocean and on beaches from today, Sept. 15 through at least tomorrow, Sept. 16, due to potential impacts associated with a low-pressure weather system https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-urges-visitors-to-use-caution-due-to-low-pressure-weather-system.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-thanks-ncbba-local-community-for-cleaning-beach-following-hurricane-erin.htm Thu, 04 Sep 2025 06:45:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore thanks the North Carolina Beach Buggy Association and local community for helping to clean beaches following the departure of Hurricane Erin. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-thanks-ncbba-local-community-for-cleaning-beach-following-hurricane-erin.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-announces-rescheduled-public-workshop-on-coyotes.htm Thu, 04 Sep 2025 02:50:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore and the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will co-host a Sept. 3 public workshop on Ocracoke Island covering the behavior and biology of coyotes, a species of canine native to North America. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-announces-rescheduled-public-workshop-on-coyotes.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/waterline-project-to-cause-intermittent-travel-delays-north-of-buxton-sept-3-4.htm Tue, 02 Sep 2025 04:10:00 EST A Dare County Water Department project to cover a 700-foot section of waterline with fill material near Haulover Sound Access, located at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, will result in intermittent travel delays on Sept. 3-4. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/waterline-project-to-cause-intermittent-travel-delays-north-of-buxton-sept-3-4.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-announces-two-week-comment-period-and-meeting-for-groin-repair.htm Wed, 27 Aug 2025 08:32:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) invites public review and comments on a proposed Dare County project to repair the southernmost groin, often referred to as a jetty, in Buxton, North Carolina. Public comments will be accepted from Aug. 27 through Sept. 29, 2025. In addition to the comment period, the Seashore will hold a public meeting to discuss the proposed project from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-announces-two-week-comment-period-and-meeting-for-groin-repair.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-postpones-public-workshop-on-coyotes.htm Mon, 25 Aug 2025 03:39:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore, in consultation with Hyde County, has postponed its co-hosted public workshop on coyotes, originally scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 27. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-postpones-public-workshop-on-coyotes.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-resumes-normal-operations-august-24-2025.htm Sat, 23 Aug 2025 14:16:00 EST While Cape Hatteras National Seashore will resume normal operations tomorrow, Aug. 24, be advised that there are a few safety closures that remain in effect. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-resumes-normal-operations-august-24-2025.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-provides-updates-on-reopening-facilities-beach-access-and-services.htm Fri, 22 Aug 2025 16:05:00 EST The National Park Service is continuing to conduct assessments of park facilities for impacts from Hurricane Erin, as the North Carolina Department of Transportation crews’ clear sand and water from the roadway from Oregon Inlet to Hatteras Village. As this work continues, Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) reopened facilities north of Oregon Inlet and is preparing for the return of visitors to Ocracoke Island tomorrow and Hatteras Island in the coming days. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-provides-updates-on-reopening-facilities-beach-access-and-services.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-fort-raleigh-national-historic-site-and-wright-brothers-national-memorial-closures-and-delayed-openings-due-to-hurricane-erin.htm Wed, 20 Aug 2025 11:58:00 EST The National Park Service will delay opening Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial until 12pm on August 21, 2025 due to expected impacts from Hurricane Erin. The Bodie Island Lighthouse will remain closed on August 21st, and will reopen once post-storm assessments are complete. All other facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) remain closed until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-fort-raleigh-national-historic-site-and-wright-brothers-national-memorial-closures-and-delayed-openings-due-to-hurricane-erin.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-prepares-for-hurricane-erin.htm Mon, 18 Aug 2025 04:56:00 EST Consistent with Dare and Hyde Counties issuance of a State of Emergency and mandatory evacuations of Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands, Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) will be closing beach accesses and facilities https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-prepares-for-hurricane-erin.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-and-nc-wildlife-resources-commission-cohost-public-workshop-on-coyotes.htm Tue, 12 Aug 2025 08:16:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore and the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will co-host a public workshop on Ocracoke Island covering the behavior and biology of coyotes, a species of canine native to North America. The public workshop is scheduled for 12:30-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 27 in the Ocracoke Community Center. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-and-nc-wildlife-resources-commission-cohost-public-workshop-on-coyotes.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-advises-no-swimming-wading-along-beach-from-old-lighthouse-beach-to-orv-ramp-43.htm Sun, 03 Aug 2025 08:26:00 EST As a precaution, visitors should not swim or wade in the water at Cape Hatteras National Seashore from Old Lighthouse Beach to the northern boundary of Ramp 43. This advisory is a result of petroleum odors and sheens coming from the Buxton Formerly Used Defense Site https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-advises-no-swimming-wading-along-beach-from-old-lighthouse-beach-to-orv-ramp-43.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-closes-shoreline-at-buxton-formerly-used-defense-site.htm Sat, 02 Aug 2025 13:42:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore has implemented a three-tenths-of-a-mile precautionary closure of shoreline adjacent to the Buxton Formerly Used Defense Site, due to the presence of petroleum odors and light sheens. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-closes-shoreline-at-buxton-formerly-used-defense-site.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vessel-grounds-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-south-of-ramp-38.htm Mon, 21 Jul 2025 07:47:00 EST A 32-foot vessel named Pura Vida grounded on the beach this morning at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, approximately one mile south of off-road vehicle ramp 38. There were no reported injuries to the person on board the vessel when it came to shore at some time after 4 a.m. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vessel-grounds-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-south-of-ramp-38.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/new-york-man-dies-in-water-related-incident-near-ramp-49-in-frisco-north-carolina.htm Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:58:00 EST A 67-year-old male died this afternoon while swimming in the Atlantic Ocean near Frisco, North Carolina on Hatteras Island. Resuscitation measures were attempted on the beach near Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s Ramp 49 but were unsuccessful. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/new-york-man-dies-in-water-related-incident-near-ramp-49-in-frisco-north-carolina.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/fireworks-illegal-on-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beaches.htm Mon, 30 Jun 2025 05:00:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) reminds visitors and adjacent homeowners that it is illegal to detonate fireworks, or have fireworks in your possession, on all Seashore beaches, including the beaches on Ocracoke Island and all the beaches in Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, Avon, Buxton, Frisco and Hatteras Village. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/fireworks-illegal-on-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beaches.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/parking-lots-cape-hatteras-at-ramp34-little-kinnakeet-temporarily-closing-to-support-buoy-removal.htm Tue, 24 Jun 2025 02:30:00 EST Parking lots at Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s off-road vehicle ramp 34 and Little Kinnakeet Beach Access, both located just north of Avon, North Carolina, will close from 11 p.m. Wednesday, June 25 through the afternoon of Friday, June 27 to support the removal of a large Coast Guard sea buoy from the beach. A safety closure of N.C. Highway 12 in this area, lasting no more than 10 minutes, will occur sometime between the hours of 8 and 11 a.m. Thursday, June 26. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/parking-lots-cape-hatteras-at-ramp34-little-kinnakeet-temporarily-closing-to-support-buoy-removal.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-urges-visitors-to-sign-up-for-rip-current-forecast-text-alerts-and-swim-at-lifeguard-beaches.htm Wed, 21 May 2025 03:17:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) is urging its visitors to sign up for Dare County Emergency Management’s rip current forecast text alerts and swim at any of the Seashore’s five lifeguarded beaches. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-urges-visitors-to-sign-up-for-rip-current-forecast-text-alerts-and-swim-at-lifeguard-beaches.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-seeks-info-on-unauthorized-nighttime-entry-into-bodie-island-lighthouse.htm Tue, 06 May 2025 09:25:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore law enforcement rangers are asking the public for information that may help to determine who may have forcibly entered the Bodie Island Lighthouse between the evening of Monday, May 5 and the morning of Tuesday, May 6, 2025. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-seeks-info-on-unauthorized-nighttime-entry-into-bodie-island-lighthouse.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-opens-for-daily-climbing-april-18-2025.htm Wed, 02 Apr 2025 04:54:00 EST The Bodie Island Lighthouse will be open for daily climbing from Friday, April 18 through Oct. 13, 2025. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-opens-for-daily-climbing-april-18-2025.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/visitor-facilities-at-cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-and-wright-brothers-nmem-will-reopen-at-normal-times-jan-24.htm Thu, 23 Jan 2025 09:22:00 EST Following multiple days of snow and ice removal from park roads and sidewalks, National Park Service visitor facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial will reopen at normal times on Friday, Jan. 24. Temperatures are expected to rise above freezing on Friday; however, visitors should use caution while driving and walking through the parks, particularly during the colder morning hours. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/visitor-facilities-at-cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-and-wright-brothers-nmem-will-reopen-at-normal-times-jan-24.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/visitor-facilities-at-cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-and-wright-brothers-nmem-to-remain-closed-jan-23-shoreline-erosion-public-meeting-postponed.htm Wed, 22 Jan 2025 12:32:00 EST National Park Service visitor facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site (Fort Raleigh) and Wright Brothers National Memorial will remain closed Thursday, Jan. 23. Fort Raleigh’s shoreline erosion public meeting, originally scheduled for Jan. 23, is postponed—a new date will be announced in the coming days. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/visitor-facilities-at-cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-and-wright-brothers-nmem-to-remain-closed-jan-23-shoreline-erosion-public-meeting-postponed.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem-announce-visitor-facility-closures-ahead-of-winter-storm.htm Tue, 21 Jan 2025 03:56:00 EST Ahead of an impending winter storm, National Park Service visitor facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore), Fort Raleigh National Historic Site (Fort Raleigh) and Wright Brothers National Memorial will close at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 21 and remain closed Wednesday, Jan. 22. Outdoor areas at the Seashore and Fort Raleigh will remain open. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem-announce-visitor-facility-closures-ahead-of-winter-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/fire-extinguished-inside-the-bodie-island-double-keepers-quarters.htm Tue, 07 Jan 2025 07:18:00 EST After observing smoke inside Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s Bodie Island Double Keepers’ Quarters (DKQ), staff from Eastern National—the operator of the building’s retail store—called 911 at around 12 p.m. today, Jan. 7. All occupants safely exited the building. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/fire-extinguished-inside-the-bodie-island-double-keepers-quarters.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-reopens-closure-south-of-buxton-formerly-used-defense-site-closure.htm Thu, 19 Dec 2024 06:39:00 EST Following a recent interim response action by the Army Corps of Engineers and consultations with the Dare County Department of Health of Human Services, Cape Hatteras National Seashore has reopened an approximately two-tenths-of-a-mile section of beach starting at the southernmost jetty in Buxton and continuing to the south https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-reopens-closure-south-of-buxton-formerly-used-defense-site-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/construction-equipment-deliveries-at-ocracoke-light-station-will-result-in-temporary-closures-lighthouse-road-week-of-december-9-2024.htm Wed, 04 Dec 2024 03:28:00 EST Three separate deliveries of construction equipment associated with the lifting of the Ocracoke Double Keepers’ Quarters are scheduled to occur the week of Dec. 9. During the deliveries, Lighthouse Road—between approximately Loop Road and Martha Jane Lane—will be closed for up to 30 minutes. Loop Road will remain accessible for those looking for an alternate route during the closures. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/construction-equipment-deliveries-at-ocracoke-light-station-will-result-in-temporary-closures-lighthouse-road-week-of-december-9-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-in-rodanthe-temporarily-closed-due-to-unoccupied-house-collapse-on-surf-side-drive.htm Fri, 15 Nov 2024 03:07:00 EST During the overnight hours of Nov. 14-15, an unoccupied house collapsed at 23241 Surf Side Drive in Rodanthe, North Carolina. Efforts to respond to and begin cleanup operations is currently limited due to severe weather conditions and the closure of N.C. Highway 12 between the Basnight Bridge and Rodanthe. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-in-rodanthe-temporarily-closed-due-to-unoccupied-house-collapse-on-surf-side-drive.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-urges-caution-on-roads-beaches-ahead-of-hazardous-impacts-from-low-pressure-system.htm Thu, 14 Nov 2024 03:52:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is urging caution on roads and beaches from tonight into this weekend, due to the potential for strong wind gusts, elevated tides and heavy rainfall associated with a low-pressure system. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-urges-caution-on-roads-beaches-ahead-of-hazardous-impacts-from-low-pressure-system.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/contractor-begins-parking-lot-paving-project-at-cape-hatteras-ns-oregon-inlet-marina.htm Wed, 30 Oct 2024 07:10:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) recently awarded a $1.7 million contract to Yorkshire Industries (New York, New York) to remove the top layer of asphalt, regrade and apply a new layer of asphalt in the approximately 195,650 square foot parking lot at the Seashore’s Oregon Inlet Marina. The resurfaced parking lot will be elevated to address flooding issues, and the parking lot striping and drainage system will also be repaired. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/contractor-begins-parking-lot-paving-project-at-cape-hatteras-ns-oregon-inlet-marina.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-provides-update-on-cleanup-efforts-following-september-house-collapses.htm Thu, 26 Sep 2024 07:22:00 EST Following the recent collapses of three unoccupied houses on G.A. Kohler Court in Rodanthe, Cape Hatteras National Seashore employees and a contractor have worked together to clean approximately 20 miles of beach. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-provides-update-on-cleanup-efforts-following-september-house-collapses.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/third-house-collapse-on-ga-kohler-court-in-rodanthe.htm Tue, 24 Sep 2024 11:29:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) law enforcement rangers responded today to a 1:08 p.m. Dare County dispatch call regarding a house collapse at 23039 G A Kohler Court in Rodanthe. Once on scene, rangers confirmed the collapse of the unoccupied house. The owner of the house has hired a debris cleanup contractor and Seashore employees plan on supplementing cleanup efforts. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/third-house-collapse-on-ga-kohler-court-in-rodanthe.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-provides-update-on-september-20-house-collapse-cleanup-efforts.htm Mon, 23 Sep 2024 09:39:00 EST Following the September 20 collapse of two houses on G A Kohler Court in Rodanthe, Cape Hatteras National Seashore employees have supplemented contractor cleanup efforts. Additionally, the owner of 23001 G A Kohler Court, some of his family and many visitors and community members have significantly contributed to the cleanup. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-provides-update-on-september-20-house-collapse-cleanup-efforts.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-announces-second-house-collapse-on-ga-kohler-court-rodanthe.htm Sat, 21 Sep 2024 01:28:00 EST At 9:18 p.m. September 20, Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) received a Dare County dispatch call regarding a house collapse at 23009 G A Kohler Court in Rodanthe, North Carolina. Seashore law enforcement rangers arrived on scene and confirmed that the unoccupied, one-story house—the same house that sustained damages as a result of the first house collapse of the day—had collapsed and apparently washed out into the ocean before the bulk of it returned to the beach at the south end of G A Kohler Court. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-announces-second-house-collapse-on-ga-kohler-court-rodanthe.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-urges-visitors-to-avoid-beach-near-unoccupied-house-collapse-rodanthe.htm Fri, 20 Sep 2024 02:47:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) is urging its visitors to avoid the beach and stay out of the water near the north end of Rodanthe and potentially for miles to the south, due to an early morning collapse of an unoccupied house at 23001 G A Kohler Court in Rodanthe, North Carolina. Additionally, the Seashore is monitoring an adjacent house that sustained damages because of the house collapse. Dangerous debris may be present on the beach and in the water to the north and south of the collapse site, which will likely lead to temporary beach closures for public safety. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-urges-visitors-to-avoid-beach-near-unoccupied-house-collapse-rodanthe.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-urges-travelers-to-avoid-north-end-ocracoke-island-around-high-tide-sept-16-2024.htm Mon, 16 Sep 2024 09:30:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore urges travelers to avoid the north end of Ocracoke Island around the hours of this evening’s high tide, due to a combination of a higher-than-average high tide and high surf advisory. Travelers should also use caution at the north end of Ocracoke Island around high tides through the rest of this week. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-urges-travelers-to-avoid-north-end-ocracoke-island-around-high-tide-sept-16-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-temporarily-expands-beach-closure-9-5.htm Thu, 05 Sep 2024 05:32:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) expanded the size of a previously closed beach area by approximately 0.25 miles this morning in Buxton, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-temporarily-expands-beach-closure-9-5.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-temporarily-expands-beach-closure-south-from-buxton-beach-access-due-to-petroleum-odors.htm Thu, 05 Sep 2024 04:20:00 EST Over the last 24-36 hours, several feet of sand have been washed away from an area of beach in front of the Buxton Navy Formerly Used Defense Site at Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) in Buxton. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-temporarily-expands-beach-closure-south-from-buxton-beach-access-due-to-petroleum-odors.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/researchers-begin-study-to-evaluate-how-erosion-may-impact-transportation-systems-on-ocracoke-island.htm Wed, 21 Aug 2024 02:52:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore has entered into a cooperative agreement with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to evaluate the effects of several adaptation strategies related to transportation and resource management challenges on Ocracoke Island. Researchers from North Carolina State University, Duke University, East Carolina University and representatives from the North Carolina Department of Transportation, Hyde County and Tideland Electric Membership Corporation are also participating in the multi-year study. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/researchers-begin-study-to-evaluate-how-erosion-may-impact-transportation-systems-on-ocracoke-island.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/updates-on-august-16-house-collapse-info-on-beach-conditions-at-cape-hatteras-ns-in-rodanthe-and-buxton.htm Sun, 18 Aug 2024 07:06:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) provides the following updates on the Aug. 16, 2024, house collapse and information about Seashore beach conditions in Rodanthe and Buxton. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/updates-on-august-16-house-collapse-info-on-beach-conditions-at-cape-hatteras-ns-in-rodanthe-and-buxton.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/unoccupied-house-collapses-on-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-in-rodanthe.htm Fri, 16 Aug 2024 14:47:00 EST Following the collapse of an unoccupied beach house this evening, Cape Hatteras National Seashore strongly urges all visitors to avoid the beaches and stay out of the water around all areas of the beaches and surf in Rodanthe. Additionally, all public entry from the northern boundary of Rodanthe up to the northern end of the Jug Handle Bridge is closed. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/unoccupied-house-collapses-on-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-in-rodanthe.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-warns-visitors-of-dangerous-ocean-conditions-associated-with-distant-hurricane-ernesto.htm Fri, 16 Aug 2024 02:55:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) warns its visitors that ocean conditions are forecast to be dangerous along all beaches today through this weekend, due to distant Hurricane Ernesto. Visitors are urged to avoid swimming in the ocean until conditions improve. Additionally, visitors are urged to use caution while walking on the beach or participating in water activities at the north end of Rodanthe, due to the presence of threatened oceanfront structures. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-warns-visitors-of-dangerous-ocean-conditions-associated-with-distant-hurricane-ernesto.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-urges-caution-on-roads-and-beaches-tropical-storm-debby.htm Wed, 07 Aug 2024 03:39:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is urging caution on roads and beaches over the next two-to-three days, due to the potential for multiple days of heavy rainfall associated with Tropical Storm Debby. Additionally, the National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Advisory for eastern North Carolina through 2 p.m. Friday, August 9. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-urges-caution-on-roads-and-beaches-tropical-storm-debby.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/south-carolina-man-dies-in-kayaking-incident-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Sat, 20 Jul 2024 07:20:00 EST A 72-year-old man from Florence, South Carolina, died this morning as a result of an incident that occurred while kayaking. The kayaker launched from the beach near Cape Hatteras National Seashore's Ramp 43, located east of the Cape Point Campground near Buxton, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/south-carolina-man-dies-in-kayaking-incident-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/use-and-possession-of-fireworks-are-illegal-on-national-park-service-lands-including-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Fri, 28 Jun 2024 07:31:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore reminds visitors and adjacent homeowners that it is illegal to detonate fireworks, or have fireworks in your possession, on all land managed by the National Park Service, including all beaches from the southern Nags Head border through Hatteras and Ocracoke islands. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/use-and-possession-of-fireworks-are-illegal-on-national-park-service-lands-including-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-temporarily-closes-beach-adjacent-to-ga-kohler-court-rodanthe.htm Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:37:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore has temporarily closed a small section of beach adjacent to G.A. Kohler Court in Rodanthe, due to exposed hazards, such as house-related septic systems, wires, pipes and broken concrete parking pads. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-temporarily-closes-beach-adjacent-to-ga-kohler-court-rodanthe.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/power-outage-scheduled-for-june-24-at-cape-hatteras-light-station.htm Fri, 21 Jun 2024 03:50:00 EST All buildings at the Cape Hatteras Light Station will experience up to an eight-hour power outage, starting around 7 a.m. Monday, June 24. The Museum of the Sea, store, restrooms and administrative areas will be closed during the power outage. Once the power is restored, normal facility operations will resume. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/power-outage-scheduled-for-june-24-at-cape-hatteras-light-station.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-launches-adopt-a-beach-program.htm Wed, 05 Jun 2024 04:12:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) welcomes organized groups of individuals to adopt sections of Seashore beaches to remove trash and help keep the beaches clean, safe and pristine. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-launches-adopt-a-beach-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-reopens-portion-of-beach-in-rodanthe.htm Thu, 30 May 2024 03:09:00 EST Following two days of debris cleanup associated with a March 28 house collapse, Cape Hatteras National Seashore has reopened approximately seven-tenths-of-a-mile of beach in front of Rodanthe Village. The current beach closure—measuring approximately a quarter mile—extends from S. Holiday Boulevard to the north end of Ocean Drive in Rodanthe. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-reopens-portion-of-beach-in-rodanthe.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-invited-to-help-cape-hatteras-ns-employees-clean-up-beach-debris-in-rodanthe.htm Tue, 28 May 2024 09:45:00 EST On Wednesday, May 29, the public is invited to help Cape Hatteras National Seashore employees clean up some of the debris associated with today’s unoccupied house collapse at 24131 Ocean Drive in Rodanthe. A contractor hired by the property owner is also contributing to the cleanup efforts. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-invited-to-help-cape-hatteras-ns-employees-clean-up-beach-debris-in-rodanthe.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-begins-cleanup-of-unoccupied-fallen-house-in-rodanthe.htm Tue, 28 May 2024 02:46:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is beginning cleanup activities at the site of an unoccupied house collapse at 24131 Ocean Drive in Rodanthe, North Carolina. The house likely collapsed around 2:30 a.m. this morning, May 28. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-begins-cleanup-of-unoccupied-fallen-house-in-rodanthe.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-advises-visitors-to-avoid-the-beach-adjacent-to-ocean-drive-in-rodanthe.htm Thu, 16 May 2024 04:54:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is advising its visitors to avoid the beach adjacent to Ocean Drive in Rodanthe, due to exposed wires, pipes and septic systems. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-advises-visitors-to-avoid-the-beach-adjacent-to-ocean-drive-in-rodanthe.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-seeks-ideas-for-development-of-horse-management-plan.htm Mon, 06 May 2024 07:16:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore will seek input on the development of a horse management plan at a May 21 public meeting on Ocracoke Island. The purpose of the public meeting is to receive preliminary input in advance of the plan’s development. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-seeks-ideas-for-development-of-horse-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-restoration-contractor-plans-to-activate-temporary-beacon-april-25-2024.htm Wed, 24 Apr 2024 06:00:00 EST The contractor for the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse restoration project, Stone and Lime Historic Restoration Services, plans to switch the lighthouse’s source of light from the current beacon to a temporary, fixed beacon the evening of Thursday, April 25. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-restoration-contractor-plans-to-activate-temporary-beacon-april-25-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-opens-for-climbing-april-19.htm Mon, 15 Apr 2024 03:37:00 EST The Bodie Island Lighthouse, recognized by its unique horizontal black and white stripes, will open for climbing this year beginning Friday, April 19. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-opens-for-climbing-april-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-will-maintain-gravel-portion-of-flowers-ridge-road.htm Fri, 12 Apr 2024 06:54:00 EST As a result of feedback received from the public during a two-week-long comment period, including residents that live on Flowers Ridge Road in Buxton, Cape Hatteras National Seashore has decided not to pave the 400-foot-long section of the road that leads into the private neighborhood. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-will-maintain-gravel-portion-of-flowers-ridge-road.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-announces-two-week-public-comment-period-for-flowers-ridge-road-paving-project.htm Thu, 28 Mar 2024 09:58:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore invites public review and comments on a proposed project to pave a small section of road at the intersection of Lighthouse Road and Flowers Ridge Road in Buxton. Public comments will be accepted from March 28 through April 10, 2024. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-announces-two-week-public-comment-period-for-flowers-ridge-road-paving-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-invites-community-to-discuss-buxton-beach-acccess.htm Mon, 25 Mar 2024 11:38:00 EST On Wednesday, March 27, from 6-7 p.m., the public is invited to receive updates on the status of petroleum contamination and hazardous infrastructure remediation at Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s Buxton Beach Access. The public meeting will occur at the Fessenden Center, 46830 N.C. Highway 12, Buxton, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-invites-community-to-discuss-buxton-beach-acccess.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-temporarily-expands-beach-closure-at-buxton-beach-access.htm Sun, 24 Mar 2024 08:15:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore expanded the size of a previously closed beach area this afternoon in Buxton, North Carolina. The expansion closes the Buxton Beach Access, located at the end of Old Lighthouse Road, and an additional stretch of beach, due to reports of petroleum odors and sheen on the ocean water. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-temporarily-expands-beach-closure-at-buxton-beach-access.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/construction-work-begins-at-ocracoke-light-station.htm Mon, 29 Jan 2024 04:09:00 EST Construction work is proceeding for a $3.6 million project to raise and make repairs to the Double Keepers’ Quarters and other structures at Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s Ocracoke Light Station. Terra Site Constructors LLC has been contracted to complete the project. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/construction-work-begins-at-ocracoke-light-station.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/construction-work-begins-at-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm Mon, 22 Jan 2024 01:58:00 EST The first phase of the $19.2 million project to restore and rehabilitate the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse will begin later this month. Once the project begins, varying closures of the grounds surrounding the lighthouse are anticipated. The park store and restrooms are expected to remain open during the project. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/construction-work-begins-at-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/weather-related-facility-closures-announced-at-cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers.htm Mon, 08 Jan 2024 05:26:00 EST Facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial, will close ahead of anticipated impacts from a strong cold front forecast to bring strong winds, coastal flooding and ocean overwash Tuesday, Jan. 9 into Wednesday, Jan 10. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/weather-related-facility-closures-announced-at-cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/delayed-december-18-openings-at-cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers.htm Sun, 17 Dec 2023 06:58:00 EST Due to anticipated impacts from severe weather conditions during the overnight hours, visitor facilities will have a delayed 12 p.m. opening Monday, Dec. 18 at Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore), Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial. The Seashore’s Oregon Inlet and Ocracoke campgrounds will open when possible. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/delayed-december-18-openings-at-cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-invites-community-to-ocracoke-light-station-project-groundbreaking-event.htm Tue, 28 Nov 2023 05:32:00 EST The public is invited to attend a groundbreaking event for the $3.6 million project to raise and make repairs to the Double Keepers’ Quarters and other structures at Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s Ocracoke Light Station. The 15-minute event, which caps off the year-long celebration of the Ocracoke Light Station’s 200th anniversary, will occur in front of the Double Keepers’ Quarters at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-invites-community-to-ocracoke-light-station-project-groundbreaking-event.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/researchers-to-provide-information-on-ocracoke-island-horse-herd-at-nov-29-presentation.htm Mon, 06 Nov 2023 06:17:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore and its philanthropic partner, Outer Banks Forever, will host an educational presentation titled “The History and Management of the Ocracoke Horse Herd at Cape Hatteras National Seashore” from 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 29 at the Ocracoke Community Center at 999 Irvin Garrish Highway. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/researchers-to-provide-information-on-ocracoke-island-horse-herd-at-nov-29-presentation.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/mike-henry-named-chief-ranger-at-cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem.htm Wed, 25 Oct 2023 06:32:00 EST National Park Service law enforcement ranger Mike Henry has been named as the new chief ranger at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial (Outer Banks Group). Henry’s promotion from the Outer Banks Group’s deputy chief ranger to chief ranger occurred Oct. 22. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/mike-henry-named-chief-ranger-at-cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-awards-contract-to-raise-double-keepers-quarters-make-repairs-to-structures-at-ocracoke-light-station.htm Wed, 27 Sep 2023 06:27:00 EST The National Park Service awarded a $3.6 million contract to Terra Site Constructors LLC (Front Royal, Virginia) on Sept. 25, 2023, to raise and make repairs to the Double Keepers’ Quarters and other structures at Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s Ocracoke Light Station. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-awards-contract-to-raise-double-keepers-quarters-make-repairs-to-structures-at-ocracoke-light-station.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-announces-the-award-of-contracts-to-repair-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-and-build-multiuse-pathway-in-buxton.htm Tue, 26 Sep 2023 07:00:00 EST The National Park Service recently awarded two contracts for work in Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s Hatteras Island District in Buxton, North Carolina. Construction activities along Lighthouse Road and at the Cape Hatteras Light Station are expected to begin in the coming months. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-announces-the-award-of-contracts-to-repair-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-and-build-multiuse-pathway-in-buxton.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem-reopening-most-facilities-september-24.htm Sat, 23 Sep 2023 08:06:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial are reopening all facilities, except for the Cape Point Campground, at normal times tomorrow, Sept. 24. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem-reopening-most-facilities-september-24.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem-announce-facility-closures-ahead-of-severe-weather-conditions.htm Fri, 22 Sep 2023 04:33:00 EST The National Park Service has started closing facilities ahead of severe weather conditions at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial. Facilities are expected to reopen Sunday, Sept. 24, after post-storm assessments are completed. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem-announce-facility-closures-ahead-of-severe-weather-conditions.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-campgrounds-close-ahead-of-expected-tropical-storm-conditions.htm Thu, 21 Sep 2023 09:29:00 EST Due to tropical storm strength winds and heavy rainfall forecast for tomorrow and continuing into the weekend, Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s Oregon Inlet, Cape Point, Frisco and Ocracoke campgrounds will close at 12 p.m. Friday, Sept. 22. The campgrounds will reopen once post-storm assessments are completed. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-campgrounds-close-ahead-of-expected-tropical-storm-conditions.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-accepting-bids-on-contract-to-build-cape-hatteras-ns-employee-housing-in-buxton.htm Mon, 11 Sep 2023 06:12:00 EST The National Park Service is accepting bids on a federal government contract to build new Cape Hatteras National Seashore employee housing in Buxton, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-accepting-bids-on-contract-to-build-cape-hatteras-ns-employee-housing-in-buxton.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-warns-visitors-of-dangerous-ocean-conditions-associated-with-distant-hurricane-lee.htm Mon, 11 Sep 2023 03:51:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore warns its visitors that ocean conditions this week are forecast to be dangerous along all beaches due to distant Hurricane Lee. Visitors are urged to avoid swimming in the ocean until conditions improve. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-warns-visitors-of-dangerous-ocean-conditions-associated-with-distant-hurricane-lee.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vessel-grounds-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-north-of-oregon-inlet.htm Wed, 06 Sep 2023 04:46:00 EST A 42-foot vessel named Turn Back grounded on the beach this morning at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, approximately one mile north of Oregon Inlet. There were no reported injuries to the three people who were on board the vessel when it came to shore at some time after 7:30 a.m. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vessel-grounds-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-north-of-oregon-inlet.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/68-year-old-man-dies-in-water-related-incident-off-southern-hatteras-island.htm Tue, 05 Sep 2023 08:56:00 EST A 68-year-old man from Hillsboro, Ohio died this morning in a water-related incident off southern Hatteras Island at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/68-year-old-man-dies-in-water-related-incident-off-southern-hatteras-island.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/woman-dies-in-water-related-incident-in-front-of-village-of-avon-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Mon, 04 Sep 2023 11:11:00 EST A 28-year-old woman from Washington, D.C., died this afternoon in a water-related incident in front of the village of Avon at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/woman-dies-in-water-related-incident-in-front-of-village-of-avon-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-temporarily-closes-stretch-of-beach-after-conducting-post-storm-assessments.htm Fri, 01 Sep 2023 08:19:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) this afternoon temporarily closed a stretch of beach between the Buxton Beach Access and the area of the Buxton jetties. Seashore staff implemented the closure after substantial post-storm beach erosion was observed and reports of a strong smell of fuel were received from visitors. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-temporarily-closes-stretch-of-beach-after-conducting-post-storm-assessments.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem-plan-to-reopen-most-facilities-sept-1.htm Thu, 31 Aug 2023 11:37:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial plan to reopen all facilities, except for Cape Point and Ocracoke campgrounds, at normal times tomorrow, Sept. 1. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem-plan-to-reopen-most-facilities-sept-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem-facilities-closed-aug-31.htm Wed, 30 Aug 2023 07:24:00 EST All facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial will be closed Thursday, Aug. 31, due to expected tropical storm strength winds and heavy rainfall. Once post-storm assessments are completed, facilities at the three parks will reopen to the public. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-fort-raleigh-nhs-wright-brothers-nmem-facilities-closed-aug-31.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-prepares-for-severe-weather-impacts.htm Tue, 29 Aug 2023 07:03:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) is closely monitoring the projected path of Hurricane Idalia. As of this afternoon, regional forecasts show that strong winds, heavy rainfall and other negative impacts are likely to begin as early as late Wednesday, Aug. 30 and possibly continue through Friday, Sept. 1. In addition to the impacts forecast for Idalia, the Seashore is currently experiencing oceanside impacts from the combination of distant Hurricane Franklin and elevated tides. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-prepares-for-severe-weather-impacts.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-accepting-bids-on-buxton-multi-use-pathway-contract.htm Thu, 20 Jul 2023 03:13:00 EST The National Park Service is accepting bids on a federal government contract to construct a paved multi-use pathway from the intersection of N.C. Highway 12 and Lighthouse Road in Buxton to the Cape Hatteras Light Station. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-accepting-bids-on-buxton-multi-use-pathway-contract.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-accepting-bids-on-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-repair-contract.htm Thu, 06 Jul 2023 06:28:00 EST The National Park Service is accepting bids on a federal government contract to repair the exterior and interior of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. Interested businesses have until 5 p.m. Aug. 3 to submit bids via the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) website. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-accepting-bids-on-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-repair-contract.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-partners-with-dare-county-to-add-lifeguard-services-at-rodanthe-beach-access.htm Sat, 01 Jul 2023 05:22:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore has partnered with Dare County to add lifeguard services at Rodanthe Beach Access. The popular beach location will be staffed with lifeguards seven days a week, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., from July 1 through Aug. 11, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-partners-with-dare-county-to-add-lifeguard-services-at-rodanthe-beach-access.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/installation-of-weather-tower-caps-off-improvements-at-us-weather-bureau-station-hatteras.htm Tue, 27 Jun 2023 04:00:00 EST A coastal warning display tower (weather tower) was recently installed at the U.S. Weather Bureau Station in Hatteras, thanks to Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s philanthropic partner, Outer Banks Forever, and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/installation-of-weather-tower-caps-off-improvements-at-us-weather-bureau-station-hatteras.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/travel-delays-expected-for-up-to-two-hours-today-between-hatteras-frisco.htm Wed, 21 Jun 2023 03:31:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore visitors will experience travel delays along N.C. Highway 12, between Hatteras and Frisco, beginning around 11 a.m. today. For up to two hours, the northbound lane of N.C. Highway 12 will be closed so a crane operator can safely remove a recently grounded vessel from the beach. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/travel-delays-expected-for-up-to-two-hours-today-between-hatteras-frisco.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vessel-grounds-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-near-north-end-of-hatteras-village.htm Mon, 19 Jun 2023 03:52:00 EST During the early evening hours of Sunday, June 18, a 28-foot vessel named the Carol-ina grounded on the beach at Cape Hatteras National Seashore near the northeastern entrance to Hatteras Village. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vessel-grounds-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-near-north-end-of-hatteras-village.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-approves-plan-to-build-multi-use-pathway-in-buxton.htm Tue, 16 May 2023 07:23:00 EST On Monday, May 15, National Park Service South Atlantic-Gulf Regional Director Mark Foust signed a Finding of No Significant Impact for Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s Construct Multi-Use Pathway in Hatteras Island District environmental assessment. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-approves-plan-to-build-multi-use-pathway-in-buxton.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/teenager-dies-when-hole-and-dune-collapse-at-cape-hatteras-ns-in-frisco-nc.htm Sat, 06 May 2023 12:35:00 EST An 18-year-old male from Chesapeake, Virginia died today as a result of being trapped under several feet of sand at Cape Hatteras National Seashore in Frisco, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/teenager-dies-when-hole-and-dune-collapse-at-cape-hatteras-ns-in-frisco-nc.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/debris-observed-washing-up-on-cape-hatteras-ns-beaches-from-nags-head-to-salvo.htm Sun, 30 Apr 2023 06:48:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore and the Town of Nags Head have observed plastic, metal, paper and textile fabric debris washing up in low densities along approximately 25 miles of beaches from Nags Head to the villages of Rodanthe, Waves and Salvo. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/debris-observed-washing-up-on-cape-hatteras-ns-beaches-from-nags-head-to-salvo.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-announces-limited-parking-availability-at-oregon-inlet-boat-ramps.htm Tue, 18 Apr 2023 09:12:00 EST From the evening of April 23 through the afternoon of April 27, parking availability will be limited at Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s Oregon Inlet public boat ramps during a project to place permanent pavement markings in the parking lot. Visitors should use caution while maneuvering boat trailers in and out of the work zone. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-announces-limited-parking-availability-at-oregon-inlet-boat-ramps.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-opens-for-climbing-april-26-2023.htm Thu, 30 Mar 2023 02:52:00 EST The Bodie Island Lighthouse will be open for climbing this year beginning Wednesday, April 26. Climbing tickets go on sale at 7 a.m. and may only be purchased on the same day of your intended climb. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-opens-for-climbing-april-26-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-invited-to-help-national-park-service-staff-clean-up-beach-debris-in-rodanthe.htm Wed, 15 Mar 2023 09:22:00 EST On Thursday, March 16, the public is invited to help National Park Service staff at Cape Hatteras National Seashore clean up some of the debris associated with a March 13 house collapse. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-invited-to-help-national-park-service-staff-clean-up-beach-debris-in-rodanthe.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-implements-response-to-march-13-house-collapse.htm Tue, 14 Mar 2023 10:35:00 EST National Park Service employees at Cape Hatteras National Seashore this morning began cleaning up debris associated with yesterday’s unoccupied, one-story house collapse at 23228 East Point Drive in Rodanthe, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-implements-response-to-march-13-house-collapse.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-warns-visitors-of-debris-on-beach-near-east-point-drive-rodanthe.htm Mon, 13 Mar 2023 07:59:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore visitors should use caution when participating in recreational activities on the beach and in the ocean near East Point Drive in Rodanthe, North Carolina, due to debris from a collapsed one-story house. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-warns-visitors-of-debris-on-beach-near-east-point-drive-rodanthe.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-announces-plans-to-celebrate-ocracoke-light-station-200th-anniversary.htm Mon, 13 Mar 2023 03:15:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore plans to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Ocracoke Light Station at a special event on Thursday, May 18, 2023. In addition to the special event, a series of weekly educational programs are being planned for this spring and summer. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-announces-plans-to-celebrate-ocracoke-light-station-200th-anniversary.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-seeks-high-school-aged-students-for-paid-summer-jobs-in-buxton.htm Thu, 09 Mar 2023 05:42:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore seeks individuals between the ages of 15 and 18 years old to apply for its Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) summer employment program. The deadline to apply is April 30, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-seeks-high-school-aged-students-for-paid-summer-jobs-in-buxton.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-announces-public-comment-period-for-plan-to-build-multiuse-pathway-in-buxton.htm Mon, 27 Feb 2023 02:49:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) invites public review and comments on an environmental assessment (EA) for the construction of a new multi-use pathway along Lighthouse Road, in the Seashore’s Hatteras Island District. The EA is open for public comment from Feb. 27 through March 28, 2023. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-announces-public-comment-period-for-plan-to-build-multiuse-pathway-in-buxton.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-announces-opportunities-to-bid-on-several-federal-contracts.htm Tue, 10 Jan 2023 05:30:00 EST The National Park Service has several government contracts for businesses to bid on at Cape Hatteras National Seashore and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-announces-opportunities-to-bid-on-several-federal-contracts.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/parking-area-improvement-project-begins-next-week-at-former-site-of-coast-guard-station.htm Wed, 30 Nov 2022 03:56:00 EST A project to improve a parking area at the former site of the Bodie Island Coast Guard Station is scheduled to begin Monday, Dec. 5, 2022. Through Feb. 2023, visitors should use Coquina Beach Access, located approximately three-tenths of a mile south of the project site. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/parking-area-improvement-project-begins-next-week-at-former-site-of-coast-guard-station.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-approves-plan-to-repair-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm Tue, 29 Nov 2022 17:30:00 EST On Monday, Nov. 28, National Park Service (NPS) South Atlantic-Gulf Regional Director Mark Foust signed a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Repair and Landscape Improvement Project environmental assessment (EA) at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-approves-plan-to-repair-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-expects-impacts-from-two-weather-systems.htm Mon, 07 Nov 2022 07:42:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is monitoring two weather systems that are likely to negatively impact ocean-side beaches and travel conditions starting tomorrow morning and continuing through this week, depending on the path and strength of Subtropical Storm Nicole. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-expects-impacts-from-two-weather-systems.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-150th-anniversary-event-rescheduled-for-nov-12-2022.htm Thu, 27 Oct 2022 07:31:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore, in partnership with Outer Banks Forever and the Outer Banks Lighthouse Society, will celebrate the 150th anniversary of the lighting of the Bodie Island Lighthouse at 4 p.m. Nov. 12, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-150th-anniversary-event-rescheduled-for-nov-12-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bonner-bridge-pier-closing-during-paving-project.htm Thu, 20 Oct 2022 03:20:00 EST The Bonner Bridge Pier and its access road will temporarily close during a North Carolina Department of Transportation project to pave the parking lot used to access the pier and beach at the south end of Oregon Inlet. The closure is currently scheduled to start at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 24 and last until Thursday, Oct. 27. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bonner-bridge-pier-closing-during-paving-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/coastal-flooding-gusty-winds-expected-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-oct-3-5-2022.htm Sun, 02 Oct 2022 12:41:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore expects to experience major to moderate oceanside flooding, ocean overwash on some beaches and roads, soundside flooding, gusty winds and dangerous rip currents beginning tomorrow, Oct. 3 and continuing into Wednesday, Oct. 5. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/coastal-flooding-gusty-winds-expected-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-oct-3-5-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/sailing-vessel-grounds-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-near-north-end-of-oregon-inlet.htm Fri, 30 Sep 2022 08:20:00 EST An unoccupied 30-foot catamaran named the Katalyst grounded yesterday afternoon near the north end of Oregon Inlet. Prior to the grounding at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, multiple passengers were rescued by the U.S. Coast Guard. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/sailing-vessel-grounds-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-near-north-end-of-oregon-inlet.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers-urge-caution-during-periods-of-heavy-rainfall-strong-winds.htm Thu, 29 Sep 2022 06:45:00 EST From today through this weekend, visitors to Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial should use caution due to expected periods of heavy rainfall, flooding and strong wind. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers-urge-caution-during-periods-of-heavy-rainfall-strong-winds.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-150th-anniversary-event-postponed-until-later-date.htm Tue, 27 Sep 2022 07:18:00 EST This Saturday’s event to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the first lighting of the Bodie Island Lighthouse is postponed due to the potential for heavy rainfall and flooding late this week. A new date and time for the event will be announced in the coming weeks. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-150th-anniversary-event-postponed-until-later-date.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-visitors-should-avoid-beach-northern-rodanthe-during-hazardous-weather-sept-22-23-2022.htm Wed, 21 Sep 2022 08:40:00 EST Due to the potential for ocean over wash and beach erosion associated with distant Hurricane Fiona, Cape Hatteras National Seashore recommends that visitors avoid the beach adjacent to Rodanthe, N.C., from Thursday, Sept 22 through Friday, Sept. 23. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-visitors-should-avoid-beach-northern-rodanthe-during-hazardous-weather-sept-22-23-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-celebrates-bodie-island-lighthouse-150th-anniversary-oct-1-2022-ceremony.htm Mon, 12 Sep 2022 03:26:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore, in partnership with Outer Banks Forever and the Outer Banks Lighthouse Society, will celebrate the 150th anniversary of the first lighting of the Bodie Island Lighthouse during a one-hour ceremony at 10 a.m. Oct. 1, 2022. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-celebrates-bodie-island-lighthouse-150th-anniversary-oct-1-2022-ceremony.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-warns-visitors-to-avoid-beach-adjacent-to-rodanthe.htm Fri, 09 Sep 2022 05:57:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore visitors should avoid the beach between the north end of Rodanthe and South Shore Drive until early next week, when ocean conditions are expected to improve. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-warns-visitors-to-avoid-beach-adjacent-to-rodanthe.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-approves-plan-to-rehabilitate-ocracoke-light-station.htm Thu, 25 Aug 2022 11:00:00 EST On Wednesday, Aug. 23, National Park Service (NPS) South Atlantic-Gulf Regional Director Mark Foust signed a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Ocracoke Light Station Rehabilitation Project Environmental Assessment (EA) at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-approves-plan-to-rehabilitate-ocracoke-light-station.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/former-cape-hatteras-ns-employee-receives-coast-guard-silver-lifesaving-medal.htm Tue, 23 Aug 2022 06:52:00 EST Former Cape Hatteras National Seashore law enforcement ranger, Valerie Streiff, received the U.S. Coast Guard’s Silver Lifesaving Medal this morning for her efforts to save visitors from a rip current on Oct. 18, 2020. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/former-cape-hatteras-ns-employee-receives-coast-guard-silver-lifesaving-medal.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-invited-to-provide-input-on-proposed-boating-safety-zone.htm Tue, 09 Aug 2022 08:58:00 EST From Aug. 18-Sept. 1, 2022, Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) invites public input on a proposal to establish a Motts Creek No Wake Zone, which would encompass the U.S. Coast Guard’s Station Oregon Inlet and the Seashore’s marina, boat ramps and kayak launch near Oregon Inlet. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-invited-to-provide-input-on-proposed-boating-safety-zone.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-opportunities-to-bid-on-federal-government-contracts-in-dare-county-n-c.htm Fri, 05 Aug 2022 02:46:00 EST The National Park Service has several open government contracts for businesses to bid on at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-opportunities-to-bid-on-federal-government-contracts-in-dare-county-n-c.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/buxton-n-c-resident-dies-after-being-helped-to-shore-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Wed, 15 Jun 2022 12:26:00 EST A 66-year-old male from Buxton, N.C. died this afternoon after being helped to shore at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/buxton-n-c-resident-dies-after-being-helped-to-shore-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-and-koru-village-inc-enter-10-year-lease-agreement-for-avon-fishing-pier.htm Tue, 31 May 2022 08:02:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) is pleased to announce that the National Park Service has signed a 10-year lease with Koru Village, Inc. to provide for the continued maintenance of the Seashore’s Avon Fishing Pier, located in Avon, N.C. The lease begins tomorrow, June 1. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-and-koru-village-inc-enter-10-year-lease-agreement-for-avon-fishing-pier.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/robin-snyder-selected-as-deputy-superintendent-for-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-fort-raleigh-national-historic-site-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm Thu, 26 May 2022 02:25:00 EST Robin Snyder was recently selected as the new deputy superintendent for Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/robin-snyder-selected-as-deputy-superintendent-for-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-fort-raleigh-national-historic-site-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-urges-visitors-to-use-caution-on-beach-between-rodanthe-and-salvo-nc.htm Wed, 25 May 2022 03:37:00 EST Due to the potential for injury from both sand-covered and fully exposed home debris associated with the two homes that collapsed on May 10, 2022, Cape Hatteras National Seashore encourages visitors to wear hard soled footwear on the beach between Rodanthe and Salvo, N.C. Sharp debris may also be found in areas south of Salvo. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-urges-visitors-to-use-caution-on-beach-between-rodanthe-and-salvo-nc.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-comments-invited-for-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-environmental-assessment-and-lighthouse-road-multiuse-pathway.htm Tue, 24 May 2022 02:00:00 EST From May 24-June 22, 2022, Cape Hatteras National Seashore invites public input on two separate projects at and near the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. A public meeting to discuss both projects is scheduled for 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 2 at the Fessenden Center Annex, 47013 Buxton Back Rd, Buxton, N.C. 27920. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-comments-invited-for-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-environmental-assessment-and-lighthouse-road-multiuse-pathway.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/after-house-collapses-contractors-volunteers-national-park-service-clean-miles-of-beach-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Tue, 17 May 2022 05:05:00 EST After last week’s collapse of two unoccupied houses in Rodanthe, N.C., significant debris removal efforts are underway. Owners of the collapsed homes have contracted debris removal activities. Additionally, numerous volunteers and National Park Service employees, joined together to clean many miles of beach at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/after-house-collapses-contractors-volunteers-national-park-service-clean-miles-of-beach-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-invited-to-help-clean-up-collapsed-house-debris-at-volunteer-events-in-rodanthe-nc.htm Wed, 11 May 2022 10:43:00 EST The public is invited to help Cape Hatteras National Seashore staff clean up some of the collapsed house debris at drop-in volunteer events from 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 2-4 p.m. on Thursday, May 12 and Friday, May 13. All four volunteer events are scheduled to begin at the Outer Banks KOA Resort, 25099 N.C. Highway 12, Rodanthe, N.C. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-invited-to-help-clean-up-collapsed-house-debris-at-volunteer-events-in-rodanthe-nc.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/second-house-collapses-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Tue, 10 May 2022 07:40:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) has confirmed that an unoccupied house at 24265 Ocean Drive, Rodanthe, N.C. collapsed this afternoon. This is the second unoccupied house collapse of the day at the Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/second-house-collapses-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/another-house-in-rodanthe-nc-collapses-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Tue, 10 May 2022 02:35:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore confirmed reports this morning of an unoccupied house collapse at 24235 Ocean Drive, Rodanthe, N.C. The beach has been closed along all of Ocean Drive in Rodanthe to protect the public from hazards associated with the collapsed home and because there are additional homes in the area that may collapse. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/another-house-in-rodanthe-nc-collapses-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-urges-visitors-to-check-conditions-before-heading-to-beach.htm Sat, 16 Apr 2022 00:00:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore urges visitors to check rip current and beach condition forecasts before heading to the beach. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-urges-visitors-to-check-conditions-before-heading-to-beach.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-opens-for-climbing-april-27.htm Thu, 07 Apr 2022 05:00:00 EST The Bodie Island Lighthouse will be open for climbing this year from Wednesday, April 27 through early fall. A limited climbing season at the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse may be possible this summer but potential dates have not been finalized. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-opens-for-climbing-april-27.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-and-fort-raleigh-seek-volunteers-for-park-day-events.htm Mon, 28 Mar 2022 03:38:00 EST On April 9, Cape Hatteras National Seashore and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site will host several Park Day volunteer events, including a large-scale beach cleanup effort held in partnership with the North Carolina Beach Buggy Association. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-and-fort-raleigh-seek-volunteers-for-park-day-events.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/businesses-can-provide-commercial-services-at-outer-banks-national-park-sites-through-application-process.htm Tue, 22 Mar 2022 03:46:00 EST Businesses that are interested in providing commercial services at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial can apply to do so through an easy Commercial Use Authorization application process. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/businesses-can-provide-commercial-services-at-outer-banks-national-park-sites-through-application-process.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-seeks-help-identifying-those-responsible-for-vandalism-at-ocracoke-island-restrooms.htm Thu, 17 Mar 2022 04:48:00 EST Over the past several months, Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) law enforcement rangers have discovered six separate acts of vandalism at the restrooms next to the Ocracoke Island Discovery Center. The Seashore now seeks tips from the public to help catch those responsible for the vandalism. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-seeks-help-identifying-those-responsible-for-vandalism-at-ocracoke-island-restrooms.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-public-comment-on-ocracoke-light-station-rehabilitation-project-environmental-assessment.htm Tue, 15 Mar 2022 02:10:00 EST The National Park Service invites public review and comment on an environmental assessment for the rehabilitation of the Ocracoke Light Station at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Two public meetings are scheduled on Monday, March 28. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-seeks-public-comment-on-ocracoke-light-station-rehabilitation-project-environmental-assessment.htm https://www.nps.gov/fora/learn/news/national-park-service-provides-educational-talks-and-tours-during-obx-history-weekend-2022.htm Mon, 14 Mar 2022 02:00:00 EST National Park Service staff at Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, Cape Hatteras National Seashore and Wright Brothers National Memorial will provide educational talks and tours during this year’s OBX History Weekend. https://www.nps.gov/fora/learn/news/national-park-service-provides-educational-talks-and-tours-during-obx-history-weekend-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-hosts-series-of-weekly-beach-cleanup-events-in-rodanthe.htm Mon, 07 Mar 2022 05:34:00 EST For the next eight Wednesdays, Cape Hatteras National Seashore is partnering with the Outer Banks KOA Resort to hold beach cleanup events. Volunteers should pick up supplies between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. at 25099 N.C. Highway 12, Rodanthe, N.C. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-hosts-series-of-weekly-beach-cleanup-events-in-rodanthe.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-invites-community-to-discuss-status-of-oceanfront-houses-in-rodanthe.htm Mon, 28 Feb 2022 12:06:00 EST On March 3, from 6-7 p.m., the public is invited to participate in a discussion about several oceanfront houses that are in danger of collapsing on Cape Hatteras National Seashore beaches. The location of the meeting is the Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo Community Building at 23646 N.C. Highway 12, Rodanthe, N.C. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-invites-community-to-discuss-status-of-oceanfront-houses-in-rodanthe.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/project-set-to-begin-at-restroom-facility-near-ocracoke-island-discovery-center.htm Thu, 24 Feb 2022 06:59:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore awarded a $190,850.00 contract to Achuti, LLC (Raleigh, N.C.) to renovate the inside of the restroom facility near the Ocracoke Island Discovery Center, starting Feb. 28, 2022. Two restrooms located behind the renovated facility will be available to the public during the project. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/project-set-to-begin-at-restroom-facility-near-ocracoke-island-discovery-center.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-community-invited-to-join-cape-hatteras-rangers-at-beach-cleanup-event.htm Sun, 13 Feb 2022 03:33:00 EST On Monday, Feb. 14, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., the Outer Banks community is invited to join Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) rangers at a drop-in volunteer beach cleanup event. Gloves, garbage bags and trash pickup sticks will be provided by the National Park Service for this organized effort to assist the owner of a collapsed home clean up some of the extensive amounts of debris that have spread up to 15 miles from the collapse site along the Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-community-invited-to-join-cape-hatteras-rangers-at-beach-cleanup-event.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/clean-up-of-collapsed-house-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-to-begin.htm Fri, 11 Feb 2022 05:17:00 EST Last evening, the owner of a collapsed house on Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) property submitted a removal plan and hired a contractor to complete an extensive cleanup of the house and many miles of Seashore beach. After a careful review of the plan, the Seashore this morning issued the homeowner a special use permit to immediately begin removal work. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/clean-up-of-collapsed-house-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-to-begin.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/group-of-eastern-north-carolina-national-park-sites-host-record-visits-in-2021.htm Thu, 10 Feb 2022 03:18:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial combined to host nearly four million visits in 2021. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/group-of-eastern-north-carolina-national-park-sites-host-record-visits-in-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-warns-visitors-of-beach-debris-between-rodanthe-and-salvo.htm Wed, 09 Feb 2022 04:19:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore visitors should use caution when participating in recreational activities on the beach and in the ocean between the villages of Rodanthe and Salvo due to debris from a collapsed house. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-warns-visitors-of-beach-debris-between-rodanthe-and-salvo.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/update-on-three-grounded-vessels-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Thu, 03 Feb 2022 08:24:00 EST Over the past ten days, three vessels have grounded on beaches at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Fortunately, all on board each of the vessels made it safely to the beach without any reported injuries. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/update-on-three-grounded-vessels-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/two-vessels-ground-north-of-oregon-inlet-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Wed, 02 Feb 2022 14:52:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore was notified this evening of a grounding incident involving two fishing vessels near Oregon Inlet. All five passengers on board the two vessels made it safely to shore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/two-vessels-ground-north-of-oregon-inlet-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-announces-weather-related-delayed-openings.htm Fri, 28 Jan 2022 07:32:00 EST Due to anticipated winter storm conditions, Wright Brothers National Memorial and the visitor centers at Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Bodie Island Light Station will not open Saturday, Jan. 29 until 12 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/wrbr/learn/news/nps-announces-weather-related-delayed-openings.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/fuel-oil-to-be-removed-from-grounded-vessel-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Fri, 28 Jan 2022 04:31:00 EST The U.S. Coast Guard will oversee the removal of fuel oil from a grounded vessel at Cape Hatteras National Seashore in the coming days. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/fuel-oil-to-be-removed-from-grounded-vessel-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vessel-grounds-at-south-end-ocracoke-island.htm Tue, 25 Jan 2022 04:52:00 EST A 55-foot yacht named the Vivens Aqua grounded at Cape Hatteras National Seashore near the south end of Ocracoke Island. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vessel-grounds-at-south-end-ocracoke-island.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-urges-mariners-to-use-caution-near-oregon-inlet-boat-ramps-marina.htm Fri, 14 Jan 2022 04:08:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore recently issued a special use permit to the U.S. Coast Guard to perform intermittent dredging activities near the Oregon Inlet public boat ramps and marina. Mariners planning to use these areas should use caution while dredging work is being performed. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-urges-mariners-to-use-caution-near-oregon-inlet-boat-ramps-marina.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/sailing-vessel-grounds-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Sat, 11 Dec 2021 01:46:00 EST On Dec. 11, 2021, a 37-foot sailing vessel named the Alhambra safely grounded just north of Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s Avon Fishing Pier in Avon, N.C. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/sailing-vessel-grounds-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-temporarily-bans-beach-fires.htm Tue, 30 Nov 2021 09:09:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore has banned beach fires until further notice due to dry conditions and an increased fire risk. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-temporarily-bans-beach-fires.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/fishing-vessel-grounds-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Mon, 29 Nov 2021 03:27:00 EST National Park Service staff are monitoring a commercial fishing vessel that grounded at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The F/V Jonathan Ryan is located near off-road vehicle ramp 48, approximately 1.25 miles southeast of the Frisco Campground. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/fishing-vessel-grounds-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-breaks-long-standing-annual-visitation-record.htm Thu, 18 Nov 2021 01:45:00 EST Strong October visitation helped Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) break a long-standing annual visitation record. With two months left in the year, 2021 has already become the Seashore’s busiest year ever, surpassing the previous record set in 2002. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-breaks-long-standing-annual-visitation-record.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/text-alert-service-launched-by-cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers.htm Wed, 10 Nov 2021 06:26:00 EST The public can now sign up to receive a variety of text alerts from Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial. Text alerts may include park operational updates, conditions, information on educational programs and more. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/text-alert-service-launched-by-cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-seeks-comments-on-wetland-statement-findings-plan-to-improve-coquina-beach-access-intersection.htm Tue, 09 Nov 2021 06:37:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is seeking public comments on a Wetland Statement of Findings for a plan to improve N.C. Highway 12 at the intersection of Coquina Beach Access and Bodie Island Lighthouse Road. The deadline to submit comments is Nov. 22, 2021. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-seeks-comments-on-wetland-statement-findings-plan-to-improve-coquina-beach-access-intersection.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-to-receive-impacts-from-coastal-storm.htm Fri, 05 Nov 2021 05:26:00 EST The National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City weather forecast office has increased confidence that a coastal storm this weekend will impact Cape Hatteras National Seashore travel routes and beaches. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-to-receive-impacts-from-coastal-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/project-to-remove-abandoned-vessel-from-cape-hatteras-ns-beach-begins-october-25.htm Fri, 22 Oct 2021 02:30:00 EST On Oct. 25, Cape Dredging, Inc. from Buxton, North Carolina will begin a $295,000 project to remove an abandoned vessel from the beach south of Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s Oregon Inlet Campground. Removal of the vessel is expected to take approximately 30 days. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/project-to-remove-abandoned-vessel-from-cape-hatteras-ns-beach-begins-october-25.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-announces-paving-project-short-closure-of-ocracoke-beach-access-parking-lot.htm Mon, 18 Oct 2021 07:11:00 EST Beginning Oct. 25, the Ocracoke Beach Access parking lot will be closed for approximately a week for a paving and repair project conducted by a Hyde County contractor. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-announces-paving-project-short-closure-of-ocracoke-beach-access-parking-lot.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/north-carolina-man-dies-while-swimming-in-atlantic-ocean-off-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Fri, 01 Oct 2021 08:51:00 EST This morning, a 55-year-old male from Horse Shoe, N.C. died in the Atlantic Ocean near the northern entrance to the village of Buxton, N.C. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/north-carolina-man-dies-while-swimming-in-atlantic-ocean-off-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bonner-bridge-pier-scheduled-to-open-october-1.htm Thu, 30 Sep 2021 07:00:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore, in collaboration with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and North Carolina Department of Transportation, will open the Bonner Bridge Pier to the public at 8 a.m. Oct. 1, 2021. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bonner-bridge-pier-scheduled-to-open-october-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/comment-period-open-for-project-to-repair-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-and-surrounding-landscape.htm Fri, 17 Sep 2021 07:48:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) is preparing a plan for a project to repair the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse and surrounding landscape. The public can assist the Seashore in identifying issues, concerns and opportunities to be considered as part of an environmental assessment. The public comment period is 30 days, starting Sept. 17 and ending Oct. 17, 2021. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/comment-period-open-for-project-to-repair-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-and-surrounding-landscape.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/off-road-vehicle-catches-on-fire-at-cape-hatteras-ns-ramp-38.htm Fri, 10 Sep 2021 08:31:00 EST This morning, Cape Hatteras National Seashore law enforcement rangers and the Avon Volunteer Fire Department responded to a significant off-road vehicle fire near the exit to Ramp 38, located just south of Avon, North Carolina. No injuries were reported. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/off-road-vehicle-catches-on-fire-at-cape-hatteras-ns-ramp-38.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-hosts-two-beach-cleanups-on-sept-18.htm Fri, 10 Sep 2021 06:28:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) will host drop-in volunteer beach cleanup efforts at Coquina Beach Access and Ocracoke Beach Access from 7:30-11 a.m. Sept. 18. Volunteers should meet Seashore staff near the restroom facilities at each location. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-hosts-two-beach-cleanups-on-sept-18.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/project-to-increase-parking-capacity-and-renovate-facilities-at-frisco-beach-access-begins-sept-15.htm Fri, 10 Sep 2021 05:43:00 EST A facility improvement project at Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s Frisco Beach Access is scheduled to begin Wednesday, Sept. 15. The popular beach access is located just south of Frisco, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/project-to-increase-parking-capacity-and-renovate-facilities-at-frisco-beach-access-begins-sept-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/interruption-in-water-service-scheduled-for-several-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-facilities-on-ocracoke-island.htm Tue, 31 Aug 2021 09:45:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) has been notified by the Ocracoke Sanitary District that water service to several Seashore facilities will be interrupted temporarily tomorrow, Sept. 1, due to a water line leak in the northern region of Ocracoke Village. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/interruption-in-water-service-scheduled-for-several-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-facilities-on-ocracoke-island.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/kentucky-man-dies-in-pamlico-sound-kayak-accident.htm Tue, 03 Aug 2021 11:59:00 EST This afternoon, a 20-year-old male from Louisville, Kentucky died after a kayak he was in capsized near Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s Haulover Sound Access, located between the villages of Avon and Buxton. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/kentucky-man-dies-in-pamlico-sound-kayak-accident.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/airplane-flips-onto-roof-after-landing-at-ocracoke-island-airport.htm Sun, 25 Jul 2021 10:12:00 EST At approximately 1:30 p.m. this afternoon, a single-engine airplane flipped over onto its roof shortly after landing at Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s Ocracoke Island Airport. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/airplane-flips-onto-roof-after-landing-at-ocracoke-island-airport.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-national-park-sites-experience-high-and-record-visitor-levels-during-first-six-months-of-2021.htm Thu, 22 Jul 2021 02:30:00 EST Over the first six months of 2021, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial experienced some of the highest levels of visitation ever recorded. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-national-park-sites-experience-high-and-record-visitor-levels-during-first-six-months-of-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-opens-ocracoke-island-discovery-center.htm Wed, 21 Jul 2021 04:06:00 EST Yesterday, Cape Hatteras National Seashore opened the Ocracoke Island Discovery Center, a facility that offers trip planning information and a variety of educational exhibits. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-opens-ocracoke-island-discovery-center.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/use-and-possession-of-fireworks-are-illegal-on-all-land-managed-by-national-park-service.htm Thu, 01 Jul 2021 03:44:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore reminds visitors and adjacent homeowners that it is illegal to detonate fireworks, or have fireworks in your possession, on all land managed by the National Park Service, including all beaches from the Nags Head border through Hatteras and Ocracoke islands. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/use-and-possession-of-fireworks-are-illegal-on-all-land-managed-by-national-park-service.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-approves-plan-to-implement-improvements-at-oregon-inlet-marina.htm Mon, 14 Jun 2021 04:38:00 EST On Friday, June 11, National Park Service South Atlantic-Gulf Acting Regional Director Pedro Ramos signed a Finding of No Significant Impact for the Oregon Inlet Marina Improvements: Site Plan and Environmental Assessment. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-approves-plan-to-implement-improvements-at-oregon-inlet-marina.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/meaghan-johnson-selected-as-chief-of-resource-management-for-national-parks-eastern-north-carolina.htm Thu, 10 Jun 2021 07:18:00 EST Meaghan Johnson was recently selected as the chief of resource management and science for Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Cape Lookout National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, Moores Creek National Battlefield and Wright Brothers National Memorial (National Parks of Eastern North Carolina). https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/meaghan-johnson-selected-as-chief-of-resource-management-for-national-parks-eastern-north-carolina.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/virginia-man-dies-in-water-related-incident-at-south-end-of-hatteras-island.htm Sat, 29 May 2021 05:00:00 EST A 46-year-old male from Falls Church, Virginia died in an apparent drowning at the south end of Hatteras Island last evening. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/virginia-man-dies-in-water-related-incident-at-south-end-of-hatteras-island.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-urges-visitors-to-check-rip-current-risk-levels-and-beach-condition-forecasts-before-heading-to-beach.htm Fri, 21 May 2021 03:06:00 EST Every year, the Atlantic Ocean produces a number of safety challenges for underprepared visitors. Cape Hatteras National Seashore urges its visitors to check the National Weather Service’s beach forecast webpage before heading to the beach. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-urges-visitors-to-check-rip-current-risk-levels-and-beach-condition-forecasts-before-heading-to-beach.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-seeks-public-help-with-identifying-perpetrator-of-recent-alleged-crime.htm Tue, 18 May 2021 11:32:00 EST Law enforcement rangers at Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore), special agents with the National Park Service’s Investigative Services Branch and the Dare County Sheriff’s Office, seek the public’s assistance on information regarding a recent investigation of an alleged kidnapping that occurred within the Seashore on Wednesday, May 12. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-seeks-public-help-with-identifying-perpetrator-of-recent-alleged-crime.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-completes-work-related-to-sediment-management-framework-for-cape-hatteras-ns.htm Wed, 12 May 2021 06:50:00 EST Today, National Park Service South Atlantic-Gulf Regional Director Stan Austin and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Southeast Regional Director Leopoldo Miranda-Castro signed a Record of Decision for a Sediment Management Framework Environmental Impact Statement at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-completes-work-related-to-sediment-management-framework-for-cape-hatteras-ns.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-announces-multiple-ways-to-visit-lighthouses.htm Wed, 12 May 2021 05:02:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is pleased to announce multiple ways to visit Bodie Island, Cape Hatteras and Ocracoke lighthouses this year. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-announces-multiple-ways-to-visit-lighthouses.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-seeks-site-preservation-ideas-ocracoke-light-station.htm Wed, 28 Apr 2021 02:22:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore will seek site preservation ideas for the Ocracoke Light Station at two public meetings next month. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-seeks-site-preservation-ideas-ocracoke-light-station.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers-go-digital.htm Wed, 21 Apr 2021 07:51:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial are pleased to announce several new ways for visitors to digitally connect with their national park sites. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers-go-digital.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/body-found-on-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach.htm Fri, 09 Apr 2021 06:12:00 EST This morning, at 9:14 a.m., a local resident reported finding a body of a male on a Cape Hatteras National Seashore beach, between the villages of Salvo and Avon. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/body-found-on-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-releases-sediment-management-framework-feis-for-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Fri, 26 Mar 2021 02:18:00 EST The National Park Service has released for review the Sediment Management Framework Final Environmental Impact Statement for Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-releases-sediment-management-framework-feis-for-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-hosting-april-17-beach-cleanup-coquina-beach-access.htm Thu, 18 Mar 2021 02:14:00 EST On April 17, from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Cape Hatteras National Seashore will host a drop-in volunteer beach cleanup effort at Coquina Beach Access on Bodie Island. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-hosting-april-17-beach-cleanup-coquina-beach-access.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-boaters-paddlers-reminded-of-cold-water-temperatures.htm Thu, 11 Mar 2021 07:49:00 EST As air temperatures in the region increase, visitors planning to use Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s public boat ramps and kayak launches in the near future should be aware that water temperatures may be much colder. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-boaters-paddlers-reminded-of-cold-water-temperatures.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-seeks-public-input-on-plan-for-improvements-at-oregon-inlet-marina.htm Fri, 05 Mar 2021 04:20:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore invites public review and comment on a Site Plan and Environmental Assessment or improvements at Oregon Inlet Marina (also known as Oregon Inlet Fishing Center). Deadline to submit comments is April 3, 2021. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-seeks-public-input-on-plan-for-improvements-at-oregon-inlet-marina.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-and-wright-brothers-national-memorial-break-january-visitation-records.htm Mon, 01 Mar 2021 05:55:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore and Wright Brothers National Memorial had the highest levels of visitation in January 2021 than any other January on record. The Outer Banks Group hosted over 3 million combined visits in 2020. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-and-wright-brothers-national-memorial-break-january-visitation-records.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers-implement-federal-mask-requirement-for-covid19-prevention-and-protection.htm Tue, 02 Feb 2021 10:03:00 EST To protect the health of those who live, work, and visit national parks and National Park Service (NPS) facilities, and in support of President Biden’s Executive Order on Protecting the Federal Workforce and Requiring Mask-Wearing, NPS is immediately implementing a mask requirement for employees, visitors, partners, and contractors. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers-implement-federal-mask-requirement-for-covid19-prevention-and-protection.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-celebrates-150th-anniversaries-of-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-and-dare-county.htm Thu, 03 Dec 2020 02:30:00 EST On December 16, 2020 at 4:45 p.m., Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore), in partnership with the Outer Banks Lighthouse Society and Outer Banks Forever, will celebrate the 150th anniversaries of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse and Dare County via special online video on the Seashore’s Facebook page and Dare County’s CURRENTtv. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-celebrates-150th-anniversaries-of-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-and-dare-county.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2021-commercial-use-authorization-applications-open-for-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Wed, 02 Dec 2020 04:47:00 EST The National Park Service is pleased to announce that the 2021 Commercial Use Authorization application process for Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial is now open. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2021-commercial-use-authorization-applications-open-for-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-and-wright-brothers-virtually-commemorate-three-important-anniversaries-in-december.htm Thu, 19 Nov 2020 03:22:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore and Wright Brothers National Memorial will virtually commemorate three important anniversaries next month. The special events will be available to watch on social media and Dare County’s CURRENTtv. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-and-wright-brothers-virtually-commemorate-three-important-anniversaries-in-december.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/caha-hatteras-national-seashore-sees-37-percent-increase-in-october-visitation.htm Wed, 18 Nov 2020 04:36:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore hosted 259,618 visits last month, up 37.58% from October 2019. This was the second-busiest October on record, trailing only the 288,705 visits recorded in October 2003. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/caha-hatteras-national-seashore-sees-37-percent-increase-in-october-visitation.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/u-s-navy-explosive-ordnance-unit-determines-object-on-cape-hatteras-beach-is-live-military-ordnance.htm Thu, 22 Oct 2020 13:21:00 EST After careful examination, a U.S. Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit from Norfolk, Virginia confirmed that the object discovered on a Cape Hatteras National Seashore beach in Buxton, North Carolina this morning is a live military ordnance. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/u-s-navy-explosive-ordnance-unit-determines-object-on-cape-hatteras-beach-is-live-military-ordnance.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/safety-perimeter-established-around-potential-unexploded-ordnance-found-on-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach.htm Thu, 22 Oct 2020 07:23:00 EST This morning, a potential unexploded ordnance was discovered on the beach near the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Beach Access parking area in Buxton, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/safety-perimeter-established-around-potential-unexploded-ordnance-found-on-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-sees-double-digit-increase-in-september-visitation.htm Wed, 14 Oct 2020 07:49:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) experienced a 42% increase in recreational visitation last month compared to September 2019. The 345,249 visits amounted to the 2nd-highest level of September visitation since the establishment of the Seashore in 1953. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-sees-double-digit-increase-in-september-visitation.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-seeks-assistance-identifying-those-responsible-for-two-acts-of-vandalism-at-ocracoke-light-station.htm Tue, 06 Oct 2020 06:48:00 EST Two acts of vandalism at the Ocracoke Light Station were recently discovered by Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) Rangers. The Seashore has launched an investigation and seeks tips from the public to help catch those responsible for the vandalism. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-seeks-assistance-identifying-those-responsible-for-two-acts-of-vandalism-at-ocracoke-light-station.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-announces-four-storm-recovery-projects.htm Thu, 01 Oct 2020 03:15:00 EST Four storm-related repair projects at Cape Hatteras National Seashore are scheduled to begin over the next two months. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-announces-four-storm-recovery-projects.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/lost-woman-found-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-in-buxton-north-carolina.htm Sat, 26 Sep 2020 04:07:00 EST After receiving a 911 call at around 9:00 p.m., on Friday, September 25, 2020, Cape Hatteras National Seashore Rangers worked with the U.S. Coast Guard, Dare County Sheriff's Office, Hatteras Island Rescue Squad, and the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission as part of a search and rescue operation to locate a 31-year-old missing woman. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/lost-woman-found-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-in-buxton-north-carolina.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-comment-period-open-for-the-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-sediment-management-framework-draft-environmental-impact-statement.htm Thu, 17 Sep 2020 23:24:00 EST The National Park Service seeks public review and comment on the draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Sediment Management Framework at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The 45-day comment period begins today, September 18, 2020 with the publication of the Notice of Availability in the Federal Register and ends on November 2, 2020. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-comment-period-open-for-the-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-sediment-management-framework-draft-environmental-impact-statement.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-extends-ocracoke-campground-season-through-all-of-winter-2020-2021.htm Wed, 16 Sep 2020 04:00:00 EST The Ocracoke Campground will stay open at Cape Hatteras National Seashore after its customary seasonal closure. The campground usually closes after Thanksgiving weekend, but this year the campground will stay open the entire year. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-extends-ocracoke-campground-season-through-all-of-winter-2020-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/museums-at-cape-hatteras-and-wright-brothers-and-visitor-center-at-fort-raleigh-set-to-open.htm Fri, 04 Sep 2020 12:05:00 EST Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and consistent with North Carolina’s “Safer at Home Phase 2.5” executive order, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial are reopening three indoor facilities. The Museum of the Sea will reopen Monday, September 7th. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/museums-at-cape-hatteras-and-wright-brothers-and-visitor-center-at-fort-raleigh-set-to-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-extends-length-of-2020-lifeguard-season.htm Wed, 02 Sep 2020 04:02:00 EST As a result of increased late summer tourism to the Outer Banks, Cape Hatteras National Seashore will offer lifeguard services through the end of September at three lifeguard beaches. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-extends-length-of-2020-lifeguard-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-national-park-sites-conduct-post-tropical-storm-isaias-safety-assessments-prepare-plans-to-resume-access-to-parks.htm Tue, 04 Aug 2020 11:06:00 EST Outer Banks Group staff conducted post-Tropical Storm Isaias assessments this morning at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial. The assessments concluded that facilities that were open prior to the storm’s development are safe to reopen by tomorrow, August 5. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-national-park-sites-conduct-post-tropical-storm-isaias-safety-assessments-prepare-plans-to-resume-access-to-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-facilities-closing-ahead-of-potential-impacts-from-hurricane-isaias.htm Sat, 01 Aug 2020 10:07:00 EST Based on recent Hurricane Isaias forecasts, the Outer Banks is likely to receive significant impacts from the storm early next week. To help ensure the safety of its visitors and staff, facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore will be closed starting Sunday, August 2. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-facilities-closing-ahead-of-potential-impacts-from-hurricane-isaias.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-prepares-for-hurricane-isaias-ocracoke-campground-closing-tomorrow-morning.htm Fri, 31 Jul 2020 12:45:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is closely monitoring the projected path of Hurricane Isaias. As of this evening, regional forecasts show that the storm is likely to impact the Outer Banks starting Monday, August 3. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-prepares-for-hurricane-isaias-ocracoke-campground-closing-tomorrow-morning.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-sees-highest-june-visitation-in-18-years.htm Wed, 15 Jul 2020 04:02:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore experienced the 2nd-highest level of June recreational visitation since the establishment of the Seashore in 1953. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-sees-highest-june-visitation-in-18-years.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/man-dies-while-swimming-off-the-beach-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-ocracoke-island-nc.htm Sun, 12 Jul 2020 08:57:00 EST This morning a 65-year-old male from Chester Heights, PA died in the Atlantic Ocean off a beach on Ocracoke Island. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/man-dies-while-swimming-off-the-beach-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-ocracoke-island-nc.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/young-male-receives-injury-in-atlantic-ocean-off-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Fri, 19 Jun 2020 02:26:00 EST A 16-year-old male from Oak Ridge, North Carolina reportedly received a non-life-threatening injury from a shark off Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The incident occurred at approximately 4:00 p.m. yesterday afternoon. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/young-male-receives-injury-in-atlantic-ocean-off-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-releases-decision-to-issue-special-use-permit-to-dare-county-for-oregon-inlet-dredging.htm Thu, 18 Jun 2020 03:55:00 EST A plan to issue a Special Use Permit to Dare County to utilize a privately-owned hopper dredge to perform maintenance dredging within Oregon Inlet has been approved by the National Park Service. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-releases-decision-to-issue-special-use-permit-to-dare-county-for-oregon-inlet-dredging.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/body-of-missing-swimmer-found-in-pamlico-sound.htm Thu, 11 Jun 2020 07:05:00 EST The body of an 18-year-old male who went missing yesterday afternoon in the Pamlico Sound was found by a search and rescue team this morning. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/body-of-missing-swimmer-found-in-pamlico-sound.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/multiple-agencies-search-pamlico-sound-for-missing-swimmer.htm Wed, 10 Jun 2020 10:59:00 EST At 2:00 p.m. this afternoon, an 18-year-old male from Ripley, West Virginia was reported missing in the Pamlico Sound near the Haulover Sound Access. Multiple agencies responded to the incident. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/multiple-agencies-search-pamlico-sound-for-missing-swimmer.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-issues-request-for-proposals-to-lease-avon-fishing-pier.htm Mon, 08 Jun 2020 07:00:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is pleased to announce the opportunity for interested parties to submit proposals to lease Avon Fishing Pier. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-issues-request-for-proposals-to-lease-avon-fishing-pier.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nesting-loggerhead-sea-turtle-found-dead-on-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach.htm Mon, 25 May 2020 05:32:00 EST At 5:30 a.m. this morning, staff at Cape Hatteras National Seashore found a dead loggerhead sea turtle (Caretta caretta) on the beach approximately 0.10 miles south of Ramp 49 in Frisco, NC. It is likely that the sea turtle died from a vehicle collision. Loggerheads are listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nesting-loggerhead-sea-turtle-found-dead-on-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/heroic-rescue-by-local-citizen-highlights-need-to-avoid-rip-currents-and-stay-out-of-water-when-rip-current-risks-are-elevated.htm Sat, 16 May 2020 13:54:00 EST Dare County resident, Jeffrey Del Monte, performed a heroic ocean rescue of two children yesterday in Frisco, North Carolina. The incident highlights the need for all beach visitors to respect the power of the ocean. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/heroic-rescue-by-local-citizen-highlights-need-to-avoid-rip-currents-and-stay-out-of-water-when-rip-current-risks-are-elevated.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/status-of-operations-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Wed, 13 May 2020 07:55:00 EST For the purpose of staying healthy while following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and state and Dare and Hyde County public health authorities, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial are increasing recreational opportunities on May 22. Park lands remain accessible, including boat ramps and the Oregon Inlet Fishing Center. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/status-of-operations-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/draft-finding-of-no-significant-impact-for-oregon-inlet-dredging-available-for-public-review.htm Mon, 11 May 2020 03:11:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is announcing the availability of a draft Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the dredging of Oregon Inlet with a Dare County dredge. The draft FONSI is available for public review for a 15 day period. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/draft-finding-of-no-significant-impact-for-oregon-inlet-dredging-available-for-public-review.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-invites-public-participation-in-development-of-a-sediment-management-framework.htm Fri, 10 Apr 2020 01:34:00 EST The National Park Service published a Notice of Intent in the Federal Register today to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for sediment management at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. As part of the public scoping process, the NPS will host four virtual meetings via webinar. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-invites-public-participation-in-development-of-a-sediment-management-framework.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-fort-raleigh-national-historic-site-wright-brothers-national-memorial-announce-temporary-closures-of-visitor-centers.htm Tue, 17 Mar 2020 08:16:00 EST To minimize potential spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), consistent with federal, state, and local advisories, visitor centers at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial are temporarily closed, effective immediately. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-fort-raleigh-national-historic-site-wright-brothers-national-memorial-announce-temporary-closures-of-visitor-centers.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/oregon-inlet-boat-ramp-parking-lot-temporarily-closed-for-resurfacing-beginning-march-23.htm Thu, 12 Mar 2020 04:13:00 EST On March 23, the Federal Highway Administration will begin the process of preserving the pavement at the Oregon Inlet boat ramp parking lot as part of its pavement preservation project at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. During this phase of the project, the parking lot and public boat ramps will be closed for three-to-five days. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/oregon-inlet-boat-ramp-parking-lot-temporarily-closed-for-resurfacing-beginning-march-23.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-seeks-volunteers-to-help-with-ocracoke-island-roadside-cleanup.htm Wed, 11 Mar 2020 01:57:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is seeking volunteers to help beautify the seashore at a drop-in roadside cleanup event on Ocracoke Island from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, March 26. National Park Service staff and volunteers will work together to clean a two-mile section of NC-12 containing debris left behind by Hurricane Dorian. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-seeks-volunteers-to-help-with-ocracoke-island-roadside-cleanup.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape_hatteras_national_seashore_announces_2020_camping_season_dates.htm Tue, 03 Mar 2020 01:33:00 EST The 2020 Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) camping season at the Cape Point, Frisco, and Ocracoke campgrounds will begin Friday, April 10 and end Monday, November 30. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape_hatteras_national_seashore_announces_2020_camping_season_dates.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/superintendent-hallac-invites-community-to-discuss-overview-of-2019-seasons-at-cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers.htm Mon, 10 Feb 2020 03:11:00 EST National Parks of Eastern North Carolina Superintendent David Hallac invites the public to visit with staff on Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands, where he will review visitation patterns and park activities during 2019 at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/superintendent-hallac-invites-community-to-discuss-overview-of-2019-seasons-at-cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-wright-brothers.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape_hatteras_national_seashore_receives_2-6_million_visits_for_first_time_in_over_15_years.htm Tue, 04 Feb 2020 02:58:00 EST Last year, Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) received 2.6 million recreational visits for the first time since 2003. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape_hatteras_national_seashore_receives_2-6_million_visits_for_first_time_in_over_15_years.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/surfer_receives_possible_shark_bite_off_cape_hatteras_national_seashore.htm Mon, 13 Jan 2020 14:30:00 EST This afternoon a 26-year-old male surfer from Manteo, North Carolina received a non-life-threatening injury, possibly from a shark, off Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/surfer_receives_possible_shark_bite_off_cape_hatteras_national_seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2020-commercial-use-applications-open-for-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-fort-raleigh-national-historic-site-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm Wed, 11 Dec 2019 22:54:00 EST The National Park Service is pleased to announce that the 2020 Commercial Use Authorization application process for Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial is now open. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2020-commercial-use-applications-open-for-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-fort-raleigh-national-historic-site-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-seeks-public-input-on-proposed-improvements-to-oregon-inlet-marina.htm Wed, 11 Dec 2019 03:55:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is pleased to announce that we are working with our lessee at Oregon Inlet Fishing Center, Oregon Inlet Marinas, LLC, to develop strategies to replace vulnerable structures and conduct site improvements at the marina. Members of the public are invited to provide input. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-seeks-public-input-on-proposed-improvements-to-oregon-inlet-marina.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/project-improve-reliability-of-electric-service-to-ocracoke-island-begins-january-2020.htm Sun, 08 Dec 2019 21:34:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore has issued a Special Use Permit to Tideland Electric Membership Corporation for a project that will improve the reliability of electric service to Ocracoke Island by replacing an overhead pole line with an underground cable along Pole Road in Hatteras, North Carolina. The project is expected to begin in January 2020. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/project-improve-reliability-of-electric-service-to-ocracoke-island-begins-january-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/oregon-inlet-campground-will-remain-open-during-winter-2019-2020.htm Mon, 25 Nov 2019 04:16:00 EST The Oregon Inlet Campground will stay open at Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) after its customary seasonal closure. The campground usually closes after Thanksgiving weekend, but this year the campground will stay open for the entire year as the Seashore evaluates a new camping opportunity. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/oregon-inlet-campground-will-remain-open-during-winter-2019-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-accessible-hunt-blind-wildlife-viewing-platform-opens-for-waterfowl-hunting-season-in-december.htm Thu, 21 Nov 2019 08:30:00 EST Visitors with limited mobility will be able to use the new Architectural Barrier Act (ABA) accessible hunt blind and wildlife-viewing platform to hunt waterfowl during authorized dates starting December 14. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-accessible-hunt-blind-wildlife-viewing-platform-opens-for-waterfowl-hunting-season-in-december.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/visitor-access-to-ocracoke-island-resumes-december-2-2019.htm Thu, 21 Nov 2019 05:59:00 EST Hyde County will lift the visitor evacuation order for Ocracoke Island on Monday, December 2nd at 5 a.m. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/visitor-access-to-ocracoke-island-resumes-december-2-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-reopens-frisco-cape-point-campgrounds.htm Wed, 20 Nov 2019 07:29:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore has reopened Frisco and Cape Point Campgrounds following the recent coastal storm. The Ocracoke Campground remains closed post-Hurricane Dorian. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-reopens-frisco-cape-point-campgrounds.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-reopens-oregon-inlet-campground-following-coastal-storm.htm Mon, 18 Nov 2019 10:37:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore has reopened the Oregon Inlet Campground following its closure for the coastal storm. The Frisco and Cape Point Campgrounds currently remain closed. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-reopens-oregon-inlet-campground-following-coastal-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-campgrounds-closing-ahead-of-coastal-storm.htm Thu, 14 Nov 2019 08:46:00 EST Due to a strong coastal storm that is forecast to impact the Outer Banks this weekend, the Oregon Inlet, Frisco, and Cape Point campgrounds will close at 12 p.m. tomorrow. Cape Hatteras National Seashore will reopen the three campgrounds after the storm passes and assessments are completed. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-campgrounds-closing-ahead-of-coastal-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/the-national-parks-of-eastern-north-carolina-thanks-all-veterans-for-their-service-and-dedication-to-the-united-states.htm Sun, 10 Nov 2019 23:30:00 EST The parks on the Outer Banks are proud to have many veterans as members of our team. We are a stronger team because of their experience and passion and on Veterans Day, it is important that we honor their service to our country. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/the-national-parks-of-eastern-north-carolina-thanks-all-veterans-for-their-service-and-dedication-to-the-united-states.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/north-carolina-highway-12-reopening-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-between-whalebone-junction-and-south-nags-head.htm Sat, 09 Nov 2019 08:38:00 EST At 3 p.m. tomorrow, the detour on South Old Oregon Inlet Road will be discontinued and NC 12 will reopen. A layer of asphalt pavement has been applied to the highway to preserve the existing road condition and lengthen the life of the highway. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/north-carolina-highway-12-reopening-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-between-whalebone-junction-and-south-nags-head.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/pavement-preservation-traffic-detour-route-announced-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Tue, 22 Oct 2019 03:07:00 EST On October 28, the Federal Highway Administration will begin pavement preservation project that will place a layer of asphalt pavement overlay on top of the existing pavement along a 4.5 mile stretch of North Carolina Highway 12. Southbound and northbound vehicles will be detoured to South Old Oregon Inlet Road (State Road 1243) to minimize traffic delays associated with the project. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/pavement-preservation-traffic-detour-route-announced-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/celebrate-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-surf-fishing-heritage-on-november-2-2019.htm Thu, 03 Oct 2019 01:58:00 EST On November 2, 2019, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, along with partner organizations, will celebrate the area’s surf fishing history at the 1st Cape Hatteras Surf Fishing Heritage Celebration. The free event will be held at the Fessenden Center in Buxton, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/celebrate-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-surf-fishing-heritage-on-november-2-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/new-york-man-dies-in-atlantic-ocean-near-hatteras-north-carolina.htm Sat, 28 Sep 2019 12:40:00 EST This afternoon a 75-year-old male from Downsville, New York died in the Atlantic Ocean off Cape Hatteras National Seashore near Hatteras, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/new-york-man-dies-in-atlantic-ocean-near-hatteras-north-carolina.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-to-reopen-portions-of-frisco-campground-on-saturday.htm Fri, 13 Sep 2019 08:35:00 EST With water service restored, at 08:00 am, Saturday 9/14/19, a portion of the Frisco Campground will reopen. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-to-reopen-portions-of-frisco-campground-on-saturday.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ocracoke-vehicle-owners-asked-to-remove-vehicles-from-nps-parking-lot-at-the-boat-ramps-by-12-00-p-m-on-monday-9-16-19-to-facilitate-recovery-efforts.htm Thu, 12 Sep 2019 08:57:00 EST Agencies, including the National Park Service (NPS), Hyde County, and the North Carolina Division of Emergency Management are requesting that all vehicles, golf carts, boats, trailers, recreational vehicles, and other equipment be removed from the NPS parking lot at the boat ramps, a.k.a Base Docks, in Ocracoke Village. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ocracoke-vehicle-owners-asked-to-remove-vehicles-from-nps-parking-lot-at-the-boat-ramps-by-12-00-p-m-on-monday-9-16-19-to-facilitate-recovery-efforts.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-to-open-most-hatteras-island-visitor-areas-at-noon-on-september-12-2019.htm Wed, 11 Sep 2019 10:15:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore will open most visitor areas on Hatteras Island, including those in the villages of Frisco and Hatteras tomorrow, 9/12/19, at noon. National Park Service visitor areas and services on Ocracoke Island remain closed. The ferry between Hatteras Island and Ocracoke Island is not accessible to visitors. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-to-open-most-hatteras-island-visitor-areas-at-noon-on-september-12-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-to-open-most-areas-north-of-buxton-at-noon-on-september-11-2019.htm Tue, 10 Sep 2019 14:50:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore will open most areas and services north of the Cape Hatteras Secondary school in Buxton tomorrow, 9/11/19, at noon. National Park Service visitor areas and services in Frisco, Hatteras Village, and on Ocracoke Island remain closed. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-to-open-most-areas-north-of-buxton-at-noon-on-september-11-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/superintendent-hallac-details-damage-caused-by-hurricane-dorian-to-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-fort-raleigh-national-historic-site-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm Tue, 10 Sep 2019 03:58:00 EST Superintendent David Hallac recently traveled to Ocracoke and Hatteras Islands. He details damaged caused by Hurricane Dorian to Cape Hatteras National Seashore, along with Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial in this press release. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/superintendent-hallac-details-damage-caused-by-hurricane-dorian-to-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-fort-raleigh-national-historic-site-wright-brothers-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/hurricane-dorian-evacuation-orders-begin-to-lift.htm Sun, 08 Sep 2019 00:19:00 EST Evacuation orders begin to lift for all of Dare County- restrictions to Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands still in place. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/hurricane-dorian-evacuation-orders-begin-to-lift.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/hurricane-dorian-access-to-hatteras-island-remains-closed.htm Sat, 07 Sep 2019 02:39:00 EST Access to Hatteras Island and Ocracoke Islands remains restricted due to impacts from Hurricane Dorian. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/hurricane-dorian-access-to-hatteras-island-remains-closed.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-and-wright-brothers-to-suspend-all-operations-sept-3.htm Mon, 02 Sep 2019 09:26:00 EST All National Park facilities and services in the Outer Banks Group will suspend all operations September 3rd in advance of Hurricane Dorian. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-fort-raleigh-and-wright-brothers-to-suspend-all-operations-sept-3.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-prepares-for-hurricane-dorian-ocracoke-services-to-be-suspended.htm Mon, 02 Sep 2019 03:04:00 EST The Outer Banks Group is preparing for Impacts from Hurricane Dorian and will suspend NPS services on Ocracoke Island at 10am on Tuesday, September 3. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-prepares-for-hurricane-dorian-ocracoke-services-to-be-suspended.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/virginia-man-dies-in-atlantic-ocean-near-hatteras-village-nc.htm Sun, 01 Sep 2019 13:07:00 EST Earlier this evening, a 61 year old male from Virginia dies in the Atlantic Ocean off Cape Hatteras National Seashore near Hatteras Village, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/virginia-man-dies-in-atlantic-ocean-near-hatteras-village-nc.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/project-to-construct-accessible-hunt-blind-and-wildlife-viewing-platform-on-bodie-island-set-to-begin-this-week.htm Mon, 26 Aug 2019 07:21:00 EST A project to construct a new Architectural Barrier Act accessible hunt blind and wildlife-viewing platform within an authorized Cape Hatteras National Seashore waterfowl hunting area on Bodie Island is scheduled to begin this week. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/project-to-construct-accessible-hunt-blind-and-wildlife-viewing-platform-on-bodie-island-set-to-begin-this-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-hosting-multiple-volunteer-beach-cleanups-on-september-21-2019.htm Mon, 26 Aug 2019 06:44:00 EST On September 21, from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., Cape Hatteras National Seashore and the North Carolina Beach Buggy Association will host drop-in volunteer beach cleanup efforts. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-hosting-multiple-volunteer-beach-cleanups-on-september-21-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-sees-eight-percent-increase-in-july-visitation.htm Thu, 15 Aug 2019 07:11:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore continues to experience high levels of recreational visitation this year. July 2019 visitation was up by over eight percent compared to visitation in July 2018. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-sees-eight-percent-increase-in-july-visitation.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-rangers-catch-east-lake-resident-in-act-of-slashing-vehicle-tires-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Mon, 12 Aug 2019 04:20:00 EST A 62-year-old male resident of East Lake, North Carolina, was caught in the act of slashing vehicle tires at Cape Hatteras National Seashore yesterday. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-rangers-catch-east-lake-resident-in-act-of-slashing-vehicle-tires-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-and-cape-lookout-national-seashores-celebrate-international-lighthouse-and-lightship-weekend.htm Wed, 07 Aug 2019 02:14:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore and Cape Lookout National Seashore will celebrate International Lighthouse and Lightship Weekend on Saturday, August 17th and Sunday, August 18th from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-and-cape-lookout-national-seashores-celebrate-international-lighthouse-and-lightship-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-hosting-interpretive-programs-at-us-weather-bureau-station.htm Mon, 29 Jul 2019 02:51:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore will host two special interpretive programs at the U.S. Weather Bureau Station on Hatteras Island. The free programs will take place on August 14 and August 28 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-hosting-interpretive-programs-at-us-weather-bureau-station.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/case-closed-nc-man-pleads-guilty-to-vandalizing-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-door.htm Tue, 23 Jul 2019 02:30:00 EST On July 8, 2019, Jamie Lester Underwood, 39, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina appeared in federal court before Chief United States District Judge Terrence W. Boyle in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. At his appearance in court, Jamie Underwood pleaded guilty to vandalizing the original bronze door of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/case-closed-nc-man-pleads-guilty-to-vandalizing-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-door.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-investigating-multiple-reports-of-vandalized-vehicle-tires.htm Mon, 22 Jul 2019 07:15:00 EST National Park Service Rangers at Cape Hatteras National Seashore are investigating multiple reports of tires being intentionally punctured at parking areas on Bodie and Hatteras islands. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-investigating-multiple-reports-of-vandalized-vehicle-tires.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/sea-turtle-nesting-record-cape-hatteras-2019.htm Tue, 16 Jul 2019 07:00:00 EST For the third time in five years, a sea turtle nesting record at Cape Hatteras National Seashore has been broken. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/sea-turtle-nesting-record-cape-hatteras-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_035.htm Wed, 03 Jul 2019 16:32:00 EST United States Coast Guard search efforts have been suspended for a 60-year-old male who was last seen swimming near Oregon Inlet. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_035.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_034.htm Wed, 03 Jul 2019 07:13:00 EST At 9:17 a.m. this morning, a 60-year-old male ocean swimmer was reported missing near Oregon Inlet. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_034.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_033.htm Tue, 02 Jul 2019 05:22:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore recently made structural improvements to the Avon Fishing Pier. The $59,865 project was awarded to Seres Engineering & Services LLC from Charleston, South Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_033.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_032.htm Tue, 25 Jun 2019 03:44:00 EST National Park Service staff at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial look forward to greeting Outer Banks visitors over the Independence Day holiday next week. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_032.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_031.htm Thu, 20 Jun 2019 02:27:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is seeking public input regarding a proposal from the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) Ferry Division. NCDOT is requesting structural shoreline protection measures to mitigate for severe erosion causing damage to the ferry basin bulkhead and stacking lanes along the north end terminus of Ocracoke Island within Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_031.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_030.htm Mon, 10 Jun 2019 09:04:00 EST Earlier today, a 53 year old male from Ohio died in the Atlantic Ocean off Cape Hatteras National Seashore near Buxton, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_030.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_029.htm Mon, 10 Jun 2019 07:26:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore has lifted its beach fire ban as of 5:00 pm today. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_029.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_026.htm Thu, 30 May 2019 15:03:00 EST A beach fire ban is effective immediately at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The fire ban is a result of abnormally dry conditions that may increase the risk of beach fires spreading to dune vegetation, forested areas, or developed neighborhoods adjacent to Seashore beaches. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_026.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_025.htm Thu, 30 May 2019 04:26:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 3,212,924 visitors to Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial in 2018 spent $203.1 million in communities near the parks. That spending supported 2,947 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $255.4 million. Visitation at Cape Hatteras National Seashore was 2,591,056--the highest in 15 years. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_025.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_024.htm Wed, 22 May 2019 09:22:00 EST On June 22, from 8:00 am until 12:00 pm, Cape Hatteras National Seashore and the North Carolina Beach Buggy Association will host drop-in volunteer beach cleanup efforts. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_024.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_023.htm Fri, 17 May 2019 09:22:00 EST Starting Monday, May 20, the North Carolina Department of Transportation’s Ocracoke Express passenger ferry service will begin shuttling visitors between Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_023.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_022.htm Wed, 15 May 2019 03:15:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore announces the opening of a new beach access and parking area in Buxton, North Carolina on Friday, May 24. The Buxton Beach Access, located at the end of Old Lighthouse Road, provides improved public access to oceanside recreational activities. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_022.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_021.htm Mon, 13 May 2019 02:34:00 EST Providing ocean safety and rip current awareness information to visitors is a top priority at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The following trip planning tips will help Seashore visitors stay safe in the ocean. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_021.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_020.htm Mon, 06 May 2019 08:38:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore will add lifeguard services at the Frisco Beach Access this Memorial Day weekend. The popular beach, located south of the village of Frisco, North Carolina, will be staffed with lifeguards seven days a week, between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm, from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_020.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_019.htm Thu, 25 Apr 2019 01:46:00 EST National Parks of Eastern North Carolina Superintendent David Hallac invites the public to a special event to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse move on July 1, 2019. The free event will start at 9:30 am near the lighthouse. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_019.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_018.htm Fri, 12 Apr 2019 01:29:00 EST This National Volunteer Week, April 7-13, 2019, the National Park Service commends Volunteer Frank Welles for his remarkable dedication and time spent volunteering with Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Welles is an active sea turtle nest sitter and assists with scheduling other volunteers to provide coverage at each nest. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_018.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_016.htm Tue, 02 Apr 2019 05:18:00 EST This morning, the Federal Highway Administration began a one year project to preserve many of the paved roads and parking areas within Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_016.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_015.htm Fri, 22 Mar 2019 13:23:00 EST At 4:26 this afternoon, a wildfire was reported at Cape Hatteras National Seashore in Frisco, N.C. The fire was estimated to be more than five acres in size and burning in the back-dune vegetation approximately 1/8 mile north of Ramp 48 between the Inside Road and beachfront. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_015.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_014.htm Tue, 19 Mar 2019 06:26:00 EST The Bodie Island and Cape Hatteras Lighthouses will be open for climbing this year from Friday, April 19 through Monday, October 14. Opening day is a fee free day! https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_014.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_013.htm Tue, 19 Mar 2019 01:31:00 EST The National Park Service has approved a plan to construct a new accessible hunt blind and wildlife-viewing platform within an authorized Cape Hatteras National Seashore waterfowl hunting area on Bodie Island. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_013.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_012.htm Mon, 18 Mar 2019 05:11:00 EST On November 2, 2019, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, along with partner organizations, will celebrate the area’s strong surf fishing history at the 1st annual Cape Hatteras Surf Fishing Heritage Celebration. The free event will be held at the Fessenden Center in Buxton, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_012.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_011.htm Thu, 14 Mar 2019 07:45:00 EST On April 13, from 8:00 am until 12:00 pm, Cape Hatteras National Seashore and the North Carolina Beach Buggy Association will host drop-in volunteer beach cleanup efforts. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_011.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_010.htm Thu, 28 Feb 2019 03:07:00 EST National Parks of Eastern North Carolina Superintendent David Hallac invites the public to visit with staff on Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands, where he will review visitation patterns and park activities during 2018 at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_009.htm Wed, 27 Feb 2019 04:19:00 EST The 2019 Cape Hatteras National Seashore camping season at the Oregon Inlet, Cape Point, Frisco, and Ocracoke campgrounds will begin on Friday, April 12. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_008.htm Mon, 25 Feb 2019 08:34:00 EST A project to replace the restroom facility at the Ocracoke Day Use Area was recently started by contractor APEX Construction, Inc. (Ocean City, MD). The new, fully accessible restroom facility is expected to be completed and reopened by mid-June 2019. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_007.htm Fri, 22 Feb 2019 06:34:00 EST The National Park Service will hold Commercial Services Orientations and Open Houses on Hatteras, Ocracoke, and Roanoke Islands to share information about the Commercial Use Authorization programs at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_007.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_006.htm Thu, 07 Feb 2019 02:26:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore recorded a 5.7 percent increase in total recreational visits in 2018 compared to 2017. Last year’s visitation (2,572,297) made it the busiest year at the Seashore since 2003. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_006.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_005.htm Mon, 04 Feb 2019 10:50:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is seeking volunteers who would like to help National Park Service staff clear a large debris field that was left this morning by the Big John shrimp trawler wreckage. The beach cleanup will take place tomorrow, February 5, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Individuals interested in volunteering should meet National Park Service staff at the entrance to off-road vehicle ramp 49 in Frisco, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_005.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_004.htm Mon, 04 Feb 2019 04:03:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore has extended the public comment period to review the Environmental Assessment on constructing a new accessible hunting blind and wildlife viewing platform on Bodie Island in Nags Head, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_004.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_003.htm Mon, 04 Feb 2019 03:45:00 EST At 5:20 am this morning, National Park Service Rangers were called out to assist the United States Coast Guard and Hatteras Island Rescue Squad in a search for an overturned vessel near Cape Point. The vessel, a shrimp trawler named Big John (Wanchese, NC), was found broken apart a half mile north of Cape Hatteras National Seashore off-road vehicle ramp 49 near Frisco, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_003.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_002.htm Sat, 26 Jan 2019 03:00:00 EST With the enactment of the continuing resolution, staff at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial will resume regular operations on January 26, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_002.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_001.htm Sat, 12 Jan 2019 03:32:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore announced today that restrooms at Whalebone Junction, the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, and next to the Ocracoke Visitor Center will reopen this weekend using revenue generated by recreation fees (camping, park entrance, and lighthouse climbing fees). Trash will also be removed from trash cans in several visitor areas at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/19_001.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_056.htm Mon, 10 Dec 2018 06:07:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is planning to construct an accessible hunting blind and wildlife viewing platform on Bodie Island in Nags Head, NC. This project would include a small concrete parking area, interpretive signage, an approximate 260 foot long elevated boardwalk to a partially covered platform over an open pond within the federally authorized hunt area on Bodie Island. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_056.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_055.htm Tue, 04 Dec 2018 08:11:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is pleased to announce that the National Park Service (NPS) has executed a lease with Oregon Inlet Marinas, LLC, managed by Russell C. King, to provide for the maintenance and continued operation of Oregon Inlet Marina, also known as Oregon Inlet Fishing Center, for use as a charter boat marina. The lease is for a 20-year period and will commence on December 31, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_055.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_051.htm Thu, 08 Nov 2018 01:11:00 EST The National Parks of Eastern North Carolina are pleased to announce that Dr. Tracy A. Ziegler has been selected to serve as the new chief of resource management and science for Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Cape Lookout National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, Moores Creek National Battlefield, and Wright Brothers National Memorial (National Parks of Eastern North Carolina). She will manage the natural and cultural resource and research programs for all five parks. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_051.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_050.htm Mon, 05 Nov 2018 05:49:00 EST On December 5, 2018, Cape Hatteras National Seashore will hold a public meeting to discuss its plans for a new beach parking area in Buxton, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_050.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_049.htm Mon, 22 Oct 2018 10:00:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) announces the selection of Oregon Inlet Marinas, LLC to begin negotiating a lease for Oregon Inlet Marina in accordance with the Request for Proposals (RFP), which was issued on June 7, 2018, and closed on September 5, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_049.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_048.htm Thu, 11 Oct 2018 05:31:00 EST Based on recent forecasts by the National Weather Service, there is a chance that Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) will receive tropical storm force winds, rain, and sound side flooding beginning later today through tomorrow. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_048.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_047.htm Wed, 10 Oct 2018 06:25:00 EST The National Park Service has approved a plan submitted by the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) to improve transportation on Hatteras Island. A special use permit and highway easement deed will be issued by the NPS for NCDOT’s construction of a 2.3 mile-long bridge, partially located within Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_047.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_045.htm Mon, 01 Oct 2018 09:36:00 EST Earlier today, a 63 year old male from New York died while swimming in the Atlantic Ocean off Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) near Rodanthe, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_045.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_042.htm Wed, 19 Sep 2018 02:53:00 EST On September 22, from 8:00 am until 12:00 pm, Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) will host drop-in volunteer beach cleanup efforts to celebrate National Public Lands Day. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_042.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_041.htm Sat, 15 Sep 2018 09:18:00 EST The majority of visitor services and facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh, and Wright Brothers National Memorial will reopen on Sunday, September 16. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_041.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_040.htm Mon, 10 Sep 2018 06:04:00 EST Due to Hurricane Florence’s projected path toward the North Carolina coast, and due to Dare County’s mandatory evacuation order for visitors and residents, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial will suspend visitor services and temporarily close all visitor facilities at 12:00 pm today. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_040.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_039.htm Sat, 08 Sep 2018 03:21:00 EST Starting today, large swells and high threats of rip currents associated with Tropical Storm Florence will produce life-threatening ocean conditions along Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_039.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_036.htm Mon, 06 Aug 2018 06:45:00 EST On September 22, from 8:00 am until 12:00 pm, Cape Hatteras National Seashore and the North Carolina Beach Buggy Association will host drop-in volunteer beach cleanup efforts to celebrate National Public Lands Day. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_036.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_034.htm Fri, 27 Jul 2018 10:11:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) is planning to construct a new accessible hunting blind and wildlife viewing platform on Bodie Island. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_034.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_033.htm Thu, 26 Jul 2018 09:41:00 EST On July 21, Cape Hatteras National Seashore received the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Above and Beyond Award at a ceremony in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_033.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_032.htm Fri, 06 Jul 2018 04:11:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) experienced an almost nine percent increase in total recreational visits this June compared to June 2017. Last month’s visitation (389,722) made it the busiest June at the Seashore since 2002. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_032.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_031.htm Tue, 03 Jul 2018 05:59:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is offering park visitors an opportunity to observe excavations of recently hatched sea turtle nests during the months of August, and September. An “excavation” is the process completed by biologists to document what remains in the nest after a natural hatch has occurred. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_031.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_030.htm Sat, 30 Jun 2018 01:13:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore announces that electric and water services are now available at 23 of the camping sites at Oregon Inlet Campground. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_030.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_029.htm Thu, 28 Jun 2018 13:09:00 EST This afternoon, a 48 year old male died while swimming in the Atlantic Ocean off Cape Hatteras National Seashore in Avon, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_029.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_028.htm Thu, 28 Jun 2018 02:41:00 EST National Park Service staff at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial look forward to welcoming visitors to the Outer Banks over the Independence Day holiday next week. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_028.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_027.htm Tue, 12 Jun 2018 02:34:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore experienced a 13 percent increase in total recreational visits this May compared to May 2017. Last month’s remarkable visitation (248,423) made it the busiest May at the Seashore since 2003. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_027.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_026.htm Mon, 11 Jun 2018 04:37:00 EST On June 23, from 8:00 am until 12:00 pm, Cape Hatteras National Seashore and the North Carolina Beach Buggy Association will host drop-in volunteer beach cleanup efforts to celebrate World Oceans Month. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_026.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_025.htm Thu, 07 Jun 2018 07:00:00 EST A Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the construction of a new septic system within the Buxton park housing area was signed on May 21, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_025.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_024.htm Thu, 07 Jun 2018 03:06:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore Recreational Area is pleased to announce the opportunity for interested parties to submit proposals to lease Oregon Inlet Marina (currently operated as Oregon Inlet Fishing Center). https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_024.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_023.htm Wed, 06 Jun 2018 15:16:00 EST This afternoon, a 55 year old male died while swimming in the Atlantic Ocean off Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore). Resuscitation measures were attempted on the beach near Ramp 70 on Ocracoke Island, but were unsuccessful. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_023.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_022.htm Wed, 06 Jun 2018 07:39:00 EST This morning, a 55 year old male died while swimming in the Atlantic Ocean off Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore). Resuscitation measures attempted by an unrelated bystander and emergency responders were unsuccessful. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_022.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_021.htm Sun, 03 Jun 2018 10:30:00 EST This afternoon, a 79 year old male was observed floating in the ocean off Cape Hatteras National Seashore Recreational Area. A bystander brought the male to shore and began resuscitation measures; however, the efforts to revive the man were unsuccessful. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_021.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_019.htm Tue, 17 Apr 2018 05:21:00 EST This National Volunteer Week, April 15-21, 2018, Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) commends Volunteer Ruth Fordon for her commitment to its sea turtle nesting program. Fordon assists with turtle strandings, nest sitting, early morning turtle patrols, and raking out vehicle tracks. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_019.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_018.htm Tue, 17 Apr 2018 03:38:00 EST National Park Week, April 21-29, 2018, is an annual national celebration of people, parks, trails, heritage areas, national trails and rivers, seashores, historic sites, beautiful landscapes, and so many more places that are remarkable. National Park Week is a great time to connect with the vast network of national parks, which protect and preserve our natural and cultural history. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_018.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_017.htm Tue, 17 Apr 2018 02:26:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore will hold Commercial Services Orientations and Open Houses on Hatteras, Ocracoke, and Roanoke Islands. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_017.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_016.htm Mon, 16 Apr 2018 04:40:00 EST This National Volunteer Week, April 15-21, 2018, Cape Hatteras National Seashore applauds Volunteer Geta Jackoway for her exceptional work at the Bodie Island Visitor Center and the Oregon Inlet Campground. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_016.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_015.htm Mon, 09 Apr 2018 07:41:00 EST On April 21, from 8:00 am until 12:00 pm, Cape Hatteras National Seashore and the North Carolina Beach Buggy Association will host drop-in volunteer beach cleanup efforts. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_015.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_014.htm Tue, 03 Apr 2018 07:37:00 EST The Bodie Island and Cape Hatteras Lighthouses will be open for climbing this year from Friday, April 20 through Monday, October 8. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_014.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_013.htm Mon, 02 Apr 2018 07:26:00 EST Several public information sessions aimed at educating the local community on the risks of wildfires are scheduled for later this month. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_013.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_012.htm Fri, 30 Mar 2018 08:43:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is proposing to replace the current septic system serving the park housing units near the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse in Buxton, NC. This system includes a lift station, septic drain fields, wastewater systems, and all associated electrical facilities. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_012.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_011.htm Sun, 04 Mar 2018 05:59:00 EST Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands temporarily inaccessible due to hazardous highway conditions. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_011.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_010.htm Thu, 01 Mar 2018 04:09:00 EST The Outer Banks of North Carolina are expected to receive impacts from a coastal storm starting this evening through Monday. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_009.htm Mon, 12 Feb 2018 08:53:00 EST The Oregon Inlet, Cape Point, Frisco, and Ocracoke campgrounds will open for the season on Friday, March 30. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_008.htm Mon, 05 Feb 2018 01:16:00 EST National Parks of Eastern North Carolina Superintendent David Hallac invites the public to visit with staff on Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands, where he will review visitation patterns and park activities during 2017 at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_007.htm Mon, 22 Jan 2018 06:30:00 EST During the shutdown of the federal government due to the lapse of appropriations, national parks will remain as accessible as possible while still following all applicable laws and procedures. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_007.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_006a.htm Thu, 18 Jan 2018 01:39:00 EST As a result of snow accumulation and hazardous conditions, National Park Service visitor facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore will be closed today. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_006a.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_006.htm Thu, 11 Jan 2018 03:48:00 EST A project to replace the National Park Service public boat ramps on Ocracoke Island is scheduled to begin on January 18. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_006.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_003.htm Fri, 05 Jan 2018 10:07:00 EST Visitor facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore will reopen on January 6, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_003.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_002.htm Thu, 04 Jan 2018 09:15:00 EST Due to continued hazardous conditions as a result of the recent winter storm, National Park Service visitor facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore will remain closed on Friday, January 5. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_002.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_001.htm Wed, 03 Jan 2018 06:35:00 EST In anticipation of a winter storm event, National Park Service visitor facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore will be closed on Thursday, January 4. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/18_001.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_061.htm Fri, 10 Nov 2017 05:06:00 EST National Parks of Eastern North Carolina Superintendent David Hallac wishes to thank all of the U.S. Armed Forces veterans who reside in Carteret, Dare, Hyde, and Pender Counties, including many National Park Service military veteran employees, for their service to the United States of America. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_061.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_060.htm Wed, 08 Nov 2017 07:00:00 EST The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse will be open to the public for a free Winter Climb on Saturday December 9, 2017 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_060.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_059.htm Fri, 27 Oct 2017 04:20:00 EST On Monday November 6, 2017, Superintendent David Hallac and Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) staff will host an information session about the Seashore’s Commercial Use Authorization program, which permits businesses to provide commercial visitor services. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_059.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_058.htm Fri, 27 Oct 2017 04:15:00 EST A project to remove Cape Hatteras Fishing Pier and its pier house will begin in December 2017. The removal project was awarded to DOT Construction (Beaufort, NC) and is expected to be completed by Spring 2018. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_058.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_057.htm Fri, 13 Oct 2017 06:55:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is seeking public input regarding a plan to relocate a water tank that is operated by the Ocracoke Sanitary District (OSD) on Ocracoke Island. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_057.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/swimming-related-fatality-off-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-in-frisco-n-c.htm Sun, 08 Oct 2017 14:38:00 EST At 3:55 p.m. on Sunday, October, 8, 2017, a 64 year old male was found floating face down near the beaches of Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Dare County Emergency Medical Services found the individual near the Frisco Pier and initiated resuscitation measures; however, the efforts to revive the man were unsuccessful. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/swimming-related-fatality-off-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-in-frisco-n-c.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_055.htm Fri, 06 Oct 2017 02:07:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore will be hosting a volunteer event Saturday, October 28, 2017 in recognition of Make A Difference Day -- the largest national day of community service. Cape Hatteras National Seashore is looking for volunteers to plant sea oats for dune restoration along Ramp 4. The drop-in event starts at 9 am and will continue throughout the day until the work is finished, or until 4 pm, whichever comes first. Meet park staff at Ramp 4. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_055.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_054.htm Thu, 28 Sep 2017 06:08:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore visitor services and facilities south of Oregon Inlet, including all campgrounds, will reopen this afternoon at 1:00 pm. Facilities north of Oregon Inlet reopened this morning at 9:00 am. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_054.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_053.htm Wed, 27 Sep 2017 15:10:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore facilities north of Oregon Inlet will reopen tomorrow morning at 9:00 am. Visitor services on Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands will reopen throughout the day tomorrow for local residents; however, a mandatory non-resident evacuation is still in place for all of Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands, so campgrounds will not reopen until Dare and Hyde Counties lift the evacuation orders. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_053.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_049.htm Mon, 25 Sep 2017 18:38:00 EST As of 8:00 am this morning, Monday September 25, 2017, the Outer Banks of North Carolina, including Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) is under a Tropical Storm Warning and Storm Surge Watch. According to current forecasts, it is likely that some direct impacts from Hurricane Maria, including tropical storm force winds, ocean overwash, and soundside storm surge will occur in the area beginning Tuesday, September 26. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_049.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_050.htm Mon, 25 Sep 2017 08:43:00 EST This morning, a potential unexploded ordnance was found on a beach near Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s beach access ramp 34 in Avon, North Carolina. An Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit from Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point is en route to remove the device. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_050.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ocracoke-campground-to-close-at-noon-today-ahead-of-potential-tropical-storm-conditions.htm Sun, 24 Sep 2017 04:22:00 EST Due to predicted tropical storm conditions,the Ocracoke Campground at Cape Hatteras National Seashore will be temporarily closed starting at 12:00 pm today, Sunday, September 24, 2017. The campground will reopen post-storm after safety assessments are completed. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ocracoke-campground-to-close-at-noon-today-ahead-of-potential-tropical-storm-conditions.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_047.htm Thu, 21 Sep 2017 13:12:00 EST During the afternoon of September 21, 2017, a male with a surfboard attached to his ankle, was observed floating face-down in the water just north of the village of Rodanthe at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_047.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_046.htm Sun, 17 Sep 2017 04:53:00 EST High threats of rip currents, large swells, and windy conditions associated with Hurricane Jose will produce life-threatening surf conditions along Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) over the next few days. Due to these conditions, Superintendent David Hallac is urging all beach visitors to stay out of the water until dangerous conditions subside. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_046.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_045.htm Wed, 13 Sep 2017 07:20:00 EST At 7:05 am this morning, Wednesday, September 13, 2017, the body of an unidentified male was discovered by Cape Hatteras National Seashore staff near Buxton, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_045.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_043.htm Sun, 10 Sep 2017 02:35:00 EST At 6:24 pm on Saturday, September 9, a teenage male swimmer from out-of-state was reported missing off a Cape Hatteras National Seashore beach. The swimmer was last seen north of the jetties in Buxton, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_043.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_042.htm Fri, 01 Sep 2017 03:13:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore continues to urge visitors to use caution and to be mindful of tides when attempting to access the sandbar, commonly referred to as Shelly Island, near the tip of Cape Point in Buxton, North Carolina. Due to larger swells, higher tides, and increased rip current threats from recent weather events, there have been ocean rescues and swimmers in distress between Cape Point and the sandbar. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_042.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_041.htm Wed, 30 Aug 2017 02:36:00 EST All visitor services and facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial are reopening at normal hours on Wednesday, August 30, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_041.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_040.htm Tue, 29 Aug 2017 03:41:00 EST Due to potential tropical storm conditions, all visitor services and facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial will be temporarily suspended starting at 12:00 pm on Tuesday, August 29, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_040.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_039.htm Mon, 28 Aug 2017 08:35:00 EST Weather forecasts indicate that there is a high likelihood that Potential Tropical Cyclone Ten may bring sustained tropical storm force winds and heavy rainfall to Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore), Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial this evening and tomorrow. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_039.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_038.htm Wed, 16 Aug 2017 04:10:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) Superintendent Dave Hallac is excited to announce a Commercial Services Orientation and Open House on Ocracoke Island. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_038.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_037.htm Tue, 15 Aug 2017 02:07:00 EST A swimming-related fatality occurred off Cape Hatteras National Seashore, near Ocracoke Island’s Pony Pen beach access, at around 5:10 pm on Monday, August 14. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_037.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_036.htm Fri, 04 Aug 2017 03:10:00 EST Help keep Cape Hatteras National Seashore clean and safe for residents and visitors! The National Park Service and North Carolina Coastal Federation are hosting a soundside cleanup on Hatteras Island on August 26 from 9:00-11:00 am. Meet staff at the Haulover Day Use Area along NC Highway 12, between Buxton and Avon villages. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_036.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_035.htm Thu, 03 Aug 2017 11:34:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent David Hallac is pleased to announce that Cape Point, Frisco, and Ocracoke Campgrounds will reopen at 12:00 pm on Friday, August 4, 2017. The three Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) campgrounds were temporarily closed after Dare County and Hyde County issued mandatory non-resident evacuation orders for Hatteras and Ocracoke islands in an effort to protect life safety during a period of lost and unreliable electrical service. Both counties have announced that visitors will have unrestricted access to Hatteras and Ocracoke islands starting at noon tomorrow. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_035.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/three-campgrounds-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-close-on-ocracoke-and-hatteras-islands-as-a-result-of-non-resident-evacuation-orders.htm Fri, 28 Jul 2017 18:39:00 EST Due to damaged underground electrical transmission cables near Oregon Inlet, Hyde and Dare Counties have issued mandatory evacuation orders for visitors on Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands. The orders have been issued to protect life safety during this period of lost and unreliable electrical service. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/three-campgrounds-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-close-on-ocracoke-and-hatteras-islands-as-a-result-of-non-resident-evacuation-orders.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_032.htm Fri, 28 Jul 2017 05:48:00 EST The underground transmission cable that was damaged at the south end of the Bonner Bridge yesterday morning is continuing to cause electric challenges and outages on Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_032.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_031.htm Wed, 26 Jul 2017 02:49:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent David Hallac is pleased to announce that Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) and the Outer Banks Preservation Association (OBPA) are partnering on a messaging program to encourage all beachgoers to reduce their impacts along the Seashore by remembering that what is brought onto the beach during a visit should be brought off the beach at the end of each visit. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_031.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_030.htm Wed, 19 Jul 2017 11:51:00 EST Yesterday, the National Park Service located and then contacted the U.S. Navy regarding a potential World War II era unexploded ordnance that was found in a remote area on the southern end of Hatteras Island. Today, the U.S. Navy’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit arrived on scene and used controlled detonation to render it safe. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_030.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_029.htm Wed, 19 Jul 2017 10:50:00 EST At 12:33 pm today, the National Park Service, Hatteras Island Rescue Squad, Dare County EMS, and the Dare County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of CPR in progress on an adult male on the beach in Frisco, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_029.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_028.htm Fri, 14 Jul 2017 12:05:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) has reopened off-road vehicle (ORV) and pedestrian access to the Cape Point area in Buxton, North Carolina after receiving an all clear from the U.S. Navy’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit team leader from Little Creek, Virginia. Earlier today, based on a report by Hatteras Island Rescue Squad of what appeared to be an old, unidentified military device on the sandbar off Cape Point, a call for assistance from the EOD unit was placed by Dare County Emergency Management. The EOD unit asked that a one mile safety perimeter be established until they could arrive and determine the exact nature of the item, and a portion of the perimeter fell within the boundaries of the Seashore, which resulted in the temporary closure of Cape Point to ORVs and pedestrians. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_028.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_027.htm Fri, 14 Jul 2017 09:18:00 EST This morning, Hatteras Island Rescue Squad responded to a report of what appears to be an old, unidentified military device on the sand bar off Cape Point. Dare County Emergency Management requested assistance from the U. S. Navy’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit from Little Creek Virginia. Based on images below, out of an abundance of caution, the EOD unit asked that a one mile safety perimeter be established until they could arrive and determine the exact nature of the item. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_027.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_026.htm Tue, 11 Jul 2017 09:00:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has approved a plan submitted by the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) to construct improvements to support a Hatteras-Ocracoke Passenger Ferry. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_026.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_025.htm Thu, 06 Jul 2017 07:32:00 EST This August and September, Cape Hatteras National Seashore is offering park visitors an opportunity to observe excavations of recently hatched sea turtle nests. During an excavation, biologists will dig up the hatched nest, count empty eggshells, and collect un-hatched eggs for research. Live and dead hatchlings are occasionally found during these excavations. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_025.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_024.htm Thu, 29 Jun 2017 05:00:00 EST Over the last two to three months, a large sandbar has formed off Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) in the Cape Point area. Due to the number of recent water rescues the Hatteras Island Rescue Squad has made between the tip of Cape Point and the sandbar, the National Park Service and Dare County are urging all park visitors to use caution when attempting to access the offshore sandbar. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_024.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_023.htm Wed, 07 Jun 2017 04:32:00 EST At 5:24 am this morning, Wednesday, June 7, 2017, the body of a teenage male was found by National Park Service staff on the beach just east of off-road vehicle ramp 48 in Frisco, North Carolina. The body has been identified as a 17-year-old* from Thailand who was reported missing yesterday, June 6, 2017, after his boogie board was found washed up on shore near off-road vehicle ramp 49 in Frisco. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_023.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_022.htm Tue, 06 Jun 2017 10:42:00 EST At 1:06 pm today, a teenage male swimmer from Thailand was reported missing off the beaches at Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) in Frisco, North Carolina. The individual's boogie board was found washed up on shore near off road vehicle ramp 49. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_022.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_021a.htm Mon, 05 Jun 2017 05:01:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) has prepared an environmental assessment (EA) to analyze whether or not to issue a special use permit (SUP) to North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) Ferry Division. The SUP would authorize NCDOT to construct facilities and provide long-term maintenance of a new passenger ferry system within Seashore boundaries. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_021a.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_021.htm Thu, 01 Jun 2017 08:41:00 EST June not only marks the beginning of summer, it also marks World Oceans Month. Cape Hatteras National Seashore is celebrating the oceans and its resources by hosting three beach cleanups at various locations. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_021.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_019.htm Wed, 10 May 2017 08:03:00 EST One of the first three sea turtle nests in North Carolina was found at Cape Hatteras National Seashore on the morning of May 9, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_019.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_015.htm Tue, 18 Apr 2017 01:59:00 EST In partnership with The Outer Banks Hospital, the Outer Banks Group is celebrating the second annual National Park Rx Day with Yoga on the Beach, at Coquina Beach, on Sunday, April 23rd at 2:00 pm. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_015.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_014.htm Mon, 17 Apr 2017 05:27:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) Superintendent Dave Hallac is excited to announce the Seashore’s first-ever Commercial Services Orientation and Open House. The meeting will take place on Friday, April 28 from 10:00 - 11:30 am at the Hatteras Realty Office in Avon: 41156 Hwy 12 Avon, NC 27915. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_014.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_013.htm Fri, 14 Apr 2017 03:56:00 EST National Park Week is April 15 to 23, 2017. National Park Week is an annual national celebration of people, parks, trails, heritage areas, national trails and rivers, seashores, historic sites, beautiful landscapes, and so many more remarkable places! The National Park Service encourages everyone to find their own connection to the vast network of public lands and places that protect and preserve our natural and cultural history. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_013.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_011.htm Mon, 10 Apr 2017 03:31:00 EST At approximately 2:00 am on Monday, April 10, National Park Service Law Enforcement Rangers responded to a report of an unresponsive male near Ramp 34 in Avon, North Carolina. Upon arrival on the beach, Rangers discovered a deceased male appearing to be in his mid-thirties. The victim is not believed to be from the local area. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_011.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_010.htm Fri, 07 Apr 2017 09:04:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Dave Hallac has announced that the Bodie Island and Cape Hatteras Lighthouses will be open for climbing this year from Friday, April 21 through Monday, October 9. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_009.htm Thu, 23 Mar 2017 03:52:00 EST The Cape Hatteras National Seashore camping season will begin in mid-April. The Oregon Inlet and Cape Point campgrounds will open for the season on Friday, April 14 and the Frisco and Ocracoke campgrounds will open on Friday, April 21. All four campgrounds will remain open until the season ends on November 27, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_008.htm Tue, 14 Mar 2017 02:44:00 EST Work will begin this week at the Frisco Day Use Area to replace the viewing platform and boardwalk that was severely damaged during Hurricane Matthew. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_007.htm Mon, 13 Mar 2017 08:05:00 EST National parks within the Outer Banks Group recorded 3,162,854 visits in 2016, the National Park Service’s centennial year. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_007.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_006.htm Fri, 03 Mar 2017 03:50:00 EST Help beautify your seashore! Cape Hatteras National Seashore will host a beach cleanup Thursday, March 30 between noon and 4:00 pm on Ocracoke Island. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_006.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_005.htm Wed, 01 Mar 2017 01:36:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore), in partnership with the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT), will host two public meetings in late March to obtain public comments on projects related to a new NCDOT passenger ferry service from Hatteras Island to Ocracoke Island. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_005.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_004.htm Wed, 01 Feb 2017 01:47:00 EST At noon today, Cape Hatteras National Seashore will open the Cape Point Bypass Road extension to the public. The project is a result of a recent Environmental Assessment (EA) and rule-making process that included public review. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_004.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_003.htm Sat, 21 Jan 2017 10:56:00 EST A 32-year old Buxton, North Carolina resident died while surfing in the waters off Old Lighthouse Beach outside of Cape Hatteras National Seashore on Saturday afternoon, January 21, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_003.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_002.htm Thu, 12 Jan 2017 05:24:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) Superintendent, David Hallac, and other members of the Seashore staff, will be available to answer questions related to the amended Final Rule for off-road vehicle (ORV) management at two public meetings. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_002.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_001.htm Fri, 06 Jan 2017 09:05:00 EST In anticipation of a winter storm event, Cape Hatteras National Seashore (excluding Ocracoke) will close all visitor services, including visitor centers and off-road vehicle permit offices, at 5:00 pm today and will remain closed through Saturday, January 7. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/17_001.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_082.htm Tue, 20 Dec 2016 02:11:00 EST On December 19, 2014, the President of the United States signed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2015. The NDAA required that Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) modify wildlife protection buffers, accelerate the construction of vehicle access points and roads, report back to congress within one year of the date of the NDAA, and undertake a public process to consider changes to the Seashore's Final Rule on off-road vehicle (ORV) management. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_082.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_080.htm Tue, 29 Nov 2016 07:23:00 EST Cape Hatteras Lighthouse will be open to the public for a free climb on Saturday, December 10, 2016 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. This event is part of the OBXmas Weekends celebrated with the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_080.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_079.htm Tue, 29 Nov 2016 03:41:00 EST Join the National Park Service and AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) on Saturday, December 3, from 10 am to noon, for a beach cleanup on Bodie Island. The cleanup event will begin at the ranger station at the Oregon Inlet Campground. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_079.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_077.htm Mon, 07 Nov 2016 01:59:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) has provided a 2-week extension to the public scoping period to obtain feedback and ideas from the public regarding Seashore areas that experience flooding near Buxton and Frisco. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_077.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_076.htm Thu, 20 Oct 2016 02:44:00 EST A swimming-related fatality occurred during the afternoon on October 19, 2016 off the beaches of Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) in the Buxton area. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_076.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_072.htm Mon, 17 Oct 2016 03:50:00 EST On October 13, while strong rip currents were impacting the area, a 16-year-old boy and a 17-year-old boy were pulled into the ocean off a Cape Hatteras National Seashore beach in Waves, North Carolina. The 16-year-old was able to safely return to the beach and was taken to a hospital via ambulance. The National Park Service, Dare County Emergency Medical Services, and Dare County Sheriff’s Office all responded to the incident, and the United States Coast Guard and Chicamacomico Banks Water Rescue worked together in search efforts for the second boy over multiple operational periods. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_072.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_071.htm Sat, 15 Oct 2016 08:09:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent David Hallac is happy to announce that the National Park Service visitor center, off-road vehicle permit office, and campground on Ocracoke Island will reopen on Monday, October 17. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_071.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_jic13.htm Wed, 12 Oct 2016 05:07:00 EST Based on current conditions, the Dare County Control Group has determined that visitors will be allowed access to the Villages of Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, Avon and Buxton beginning 7 a.m. on Thursday, October 13, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_jic13.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_070.htm Tue, 11 Oct 2016 06:42:00 EST Staff at Cape Hatteras National Seashore are currently conducting post-storm assessments and cleanup operations. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_070.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_069.htm Thu, 06 Oct 2016 02:50:00 EST Given the current predictions for the track of Hurricane Matthew, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, Wright Brothers National Memorial, and much of Cape Hatteras National Seashore will remain open today. Due to the continued Hyde County mandatory visitor evacuation of Ocracoke Island, National Park Service (NPS) visitor services on Ocracoke will remain closed today. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_069.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_068.htm Wed, 05 Oct 2016 02:46:00 EST The Outer Banks Group continues to closely monitor the path of Hurricane Matthew. Due to Hyde County’s mandatory visitor evacuation of Ocracoke Island starting at 5:00 am today, National Park Service (NPS) visitor services on Ocracoke will be fully suspended by the end of today. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_068.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_067.htm Tue, 04 Oct 2016 09:28:00 EST On October 2, a 55 year old male was caught in a rip current and pulled into the ocean off a Cape Hatteras National Seashore beach in Salvo. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_067.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_066.htm Tue, 04 Oct 2016 08:09:00 EST The Outer Banks Group is closely monitoring the path of Hurricane Matthew. As of 8:00 am today, regional forecasts show that Hurricane Matthew is projected to approach and impact the Outer Banks at the end of this week. Park staff at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial are currently preparing for potential storm impacts. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_066.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_065.htm Tue, 20 Sep 2016 09:09:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) will conduct a science workshop to evaluate factors affecting shorebirds and sea turtles on Seashore beaches. The workshop will take place from September 26-27, 2016 at: Ramada Plaza Nags Head Oceanfront, 1701 S Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_065.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_064.htm Fri, 09 Sep 2016 17:48:00 EST Two swimming-related fatalities occurred off Cape Hatteras National Seashore beaches this afternoon. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_064.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_063.htm Thu, 08 Sep 2016 08:04:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) will initiate a public scoping period and hold two public meetings in October to obtain feedback and ideas from the public regarding Seashore areas that experience flooding near Buxton and Frisco. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_063.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_062.htm Wed, 07 Sep 2016 04:36:00 EST On September 18 and 19, 2016, Cape Hatteras National Seashore will celebrate Deaf Awareness Week by hosting deaf awareness educational programs presented by North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. Outer Banks Group Superintendent David Hallac invites the public to participate in these events to learn about the issues the deaf population faces every day to honor its history and culture. All events are free of charge. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_062.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-061.htm Sun, 04 Sep 2016 07:30:00 EST National Park Service facilities on the Outer Banks are reopening after closure from Tropical Storm Hermine. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-061.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_060.htm Sat, 03 Sep 2016 14:00:00 EST Facilities and services at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial will begin to reopen Sunday, September 4, post Tropical Storm Hermine. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_060.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_059.htm Fri, 02 Sep 2016 06:31:00 EST Due to potential impacts from Tropical Storm Hermine, visitor services and facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial, will be temporarily suspended. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_059.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_058.htm Thu, 01 Sep 2016 11:00:00 EST Due to Hyde County's mandatory visitor evacuation of Ocracoke Island, all Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) visitor services on the island are suspended and facilities are closed. This includes the Seashore's campground, visitor center and bookstore, the lighthouse, all beach access ramps and off-road vehicle routes on Ocracoke Island. These closures are effective at 5:00 p.m. today. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_058.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_057.htm Thu, 01 Sep 2016 08:30:00 EST The Outer Banks Group, which includes Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial, encourages all fourth graders to visit these national parks this year as part of the Every Kid in a Park program. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_057.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_056.htm Thu, 01 Sep 2016 06:39:00 EST Tropical Storm Hermine is expected to impact Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial tomorrow evening through Saturday evening. Regional forecasts show that the storm could produce tropical storm force winds and five to ten inches of rainfall, which may lead to flash flooding and persistent flooding of roadways, parking areas, and campgrounds. Other impacts associated with this tropical storm are strong rip currents, beach erosion, downed trees, and scattered power outages. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_056.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_055.htm Wed, 31 Aug 2016 09:44:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) will conduct a science workshop to evaluate factors affecting shorebirds and sea turtles on Seashore beaches. The workshop will take place from September 26-27, 2016 at: Ramada Plaza Nags Head Oceanfront, 1701 S Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948. A draft agenda will be circulated approximately one week ahead of the workshop. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_055.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_054.htm Mon, 29 Aug 2016 05:30:00 EST Tropical Depression Eight is predicted to become a Tropical Storm early Tuesday morning and impact Cape Hatteras National Seashore over the next 24 to 48 hours. Regional forecasts show that the impacts may include 40-50 mph winds, beach erosion, strong rip currents, and the threat of localized flash flooding with rainfall amounts of 1 to 5 inches possible. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_054.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_053.htm Wed, 24 Aug 2016 06:00:00 EST It's the centennial year for the National Park Service and the agency invites people of all ages to discover the national parks in their community through volunteerism. Volunteers who contribute 201.6 hours of service between Jan. 1, 2016 and Dec. 31, 2016 can earn a Centennial Volunteer Challenge Coin. Will you accept this volunteer challenge? https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_053.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_051.htm Mon, 22 Aug 2016 02:45:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is inviting the public to comment on a revision to the rules for off-road vehicle (ORV) use at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The proposal has been published in the Federal Register, and the public has 60 days to review it and submit comments. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_051.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_050.htm Sun, 21 Aug 2016 11:00:00 EST On the morning of Sunday, August 21, Cape Hatteras National Seashore personnel found a severely injured sea turtle on the beach approximately 0.66 miles north of Ramp 32. The sea turtle, identified as a threatened species Green sea turtle (chelonia mydas), is believed to have come onto the beach some time in the evening, or night, of August 20 in order to lay a nest in the sand. Turtle tracks led from the ocean to the nesting site approximately twenty feet above the high tide line in an off-road vehicle travel area. The turtle had begun to lay eggs into a nest dug into the sand when it is believed, based on significant evidence found at the scene, that a motor vehicle struck and ran over the nesting turtle. The incident was not reported by the involved party. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_050.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_049.htm Tue, 16 Aug 2016 02:53:00 EST Thursday, August 25, 2016 is National Park Service Founders Day and the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the National Park Service! Superintendent David Hallac invites the public to experience their national park sites on the Outer Banks; Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial. Special Founders Day programs will be offered at each site, and entrance to Wright Brothers National Memorial will be free August 25–28. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_049.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_048.htm Mon, 15 Aug 2016 08:48:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore wishes to remind the public of the dangers that rip currents pose to visitors along the Seashore. Rip currents are powerful, channeled currents of water flowing away from shore that quickly pull swimmers out to sea, and according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, rip currents account for more than 80% of rescues performed by surf beach lifeguards. Sadly, this summer, three swimming-related fatalities have occurred off Cape Hatteras National Seashore beaches. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_048.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_047.htm Thu, 11 Aug 2016 05:15:00 EST Each spring and summer female sea turtles--loggerhead, green, and occasional leatherback or Kemp’s ridley--make a brief trip to the shores of Cape Hatteras National Seashore to nest. The number of recorded sea turtle nests within the Seashore this year has surpassed previous records. As of August 10, Seashore resource management staff have recorded 310 sea turtle nests and additional new nesting is expected. Last year set a record of 289 nests. Nests at the Seashore comprise nearly 20% of the 1,555 nests currently reported in the State of North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_047.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_045.htm Wed, 27 Jul 2016 03:31:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent David Hallac announced today that access to Cape Point, along the beach from Ramps 43 & 44, is available for both Off Road Vehicles (ORVs) and pedestrians. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_045.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_043.htm Fri, 22 Jul 2016 17:54:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is offering park visitors an opportunity to observe excavations of recently hatched sea turtle nests during the months of August and September, 2016. An “excavation” is the process completed by biologists to document what remains in the nest after a natural hatch has occurred. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_043.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_042.htm Thu, 14 Jul 2016 02:54:00 EST As the National Park Service continues to celebrate its centennial, Cape Hatteras National Seashore is hosting two beach cleanups. The public is invited to participate July 28 and August 17 from 9-11 am. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_042.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_041.htm Tue, 05 Jul 2016 08:57:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore will host two family-friendly events this summer on Ocracoke. ‘Concert in the Park’ will be held on Monday, July 11th and Monday August 8th, on the grassy picnic area adjacent to the National Park Service boat docks, alongside Silver Lake Harbor in the village of Ocracoke. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_041.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_40.htm Wed, 29 Jun 2016 18:02:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore plans to seek public input later this year on managing flooding impacts at the Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_40.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-039.htm Mon, 20 Jun 2016 05:09:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent David Hallac is pleased to announce that Ramp 63 is now open on Ocracoke Island. With the construction and completion of the new off-road vehicle ramp, additional access to Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s beautiful beaches are available for visitors to explore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-039.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-038.htm Wed, 08 Jun 2016 05:23:00 EST The Hatteras Island Visitor Center, Hatteras Island ORV Permit Office, and Cape Hatteras Light Station reopened this morning after park staff performed visitor safety reviews of the facilities. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-038.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-037.htm Tue, 07 Jun 2016 08:24:00 EST With Tropical Storm Colin now moving off the Outer Banks, National Park Service facilities at Cape Hatteras National Seashore are starting to reopen. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-037.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-036.htm Mon, 06 Jun 2016 09:42:00 EST The Outer Banks Group is preparing for possible impacts from Tropical Storm Colin. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-036.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-035.htm Fri, 03 Jun 2016 09:01:00 EST Recent record-breaking rain on Hatteras Island has impacted ramps, campgrounds, and roads along the Seashore, and another rain event is anticipated this Sunday. It has been reported that up to 14 inches of rain fell between Saturday, May 28th and Thursday, June 2nd. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-035.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-034.htm Thu, 02 Jun 2016 02:51:00 EST To celebrate the oceans and its resources, Cape Hatteras National Seashore is hosting a beach cleanup at the Coquina Beach Bathhouse on Bodie Island from 9-11 am, on Wednesday, June 22, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-034.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-033.htm Fri, 27 May 2016 08:40:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore Superintendent David Hallac is happy to announce that the new boardwalk at the Ocracoke Day Use Area is now open for use. The new boardwalk provides accessibility to a new viewing platform as well as access directly to the lifeguarded beach. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-033.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_032.htm Mon, 25 Apr 2016 08:09:00 EST On Monday, May 2, 2016, Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) Superintendent, David Hallac, and other members of the Seashore staff will be available to answer questions related to the upcoming summer season and other topics of interest, including flooding management in the Cape Point area. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_032.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_031.htm Fri, 22 Apr 2016 04:11:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 2,743,338 non-local visitors to the Outer Banks Group of national park sites in 2015 spent $179.8 million in communities near the parks. That spending supported 2,815 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the state economy of $225.4 million. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_031.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_030.htm Fri, 22 Apr 2016 01:38:00 EST As the National Park Service continues to celebrate National Park Week, April 16-24, the Outer Banks Group commends Volunteer Hillary Harrison. Hillary began volunteering last March as a receptionist, with responsibilities that included greeting and answering phone calls from the public. This winter she volunteered in the Special Use Permit Office, assisting with the preparation of permits and correspondence, and working with applicants. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_030.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_029.htm Thu, 21 Apr 2016 02:12:00 EST As the National Park Service continues to celebrate National Park Week, April 16-24, the Outer Banks Group commends Volunteer Jim Lyons, who volunteers at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_029.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_028.htm Mon, 18 Apr 2016 08:22:00 EST Grab your flashlight and experience a lighthouse at night by joining the National Park Service on a Full Moon Tour of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. Hear stories of keepers of old, view the working light close up in the lantern room, and catch the reflection off the Atlantic Ocean of the newly-risen full moon as you stand on the lighthouse balcony. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_028.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_027.htm Fri, 15 Apr 2016 09:18:00 EST In partnership with The Outer Banks Hospital, the Outer Banks Group is celebrating the first ever National Park Rx Day with Yoga on the Beach, at Coquina Beach, on Sunday, April 24th at 10am. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_027.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_026.htm Tue, 12 Apr 2016 11:47:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore has implemented an off road vehicle (ORV) corridor near a pair of nesting American oystercatchers at Cape Point in Buxton, N.C. The corridor is being implemented consistent with the National Park Service’s 2015 Review and Adjustment of Wildlife Protection Buffers. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_026.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_025.htm Mon, 11 Apr 2016 10:20:00 EST National Park Week, April 16 to 24, 2016, is America's largest celebration of national heritage. It's about making great connections, exploring amazing places, discovering open spaces, enjoying affordable vacations, and enhancing America’s best idea—the national parks! It's all happening in your national parks. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_025.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_024.htm Fri, 08 Apr 2016 09:43:00 EST During National Volunteer Week, April 10-16, the National Park Service Outer Banks Group celebrates the volunteers who work at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Wright Brothers National Memorial, and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. This past year these volunteers donated a total of 19,856 hours! https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_024.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_023.htm Mon, 28 Mar 2016 13:56:00 EST For the third season, a group of University of Vermont students traveled to the Outer Banks to assist the National Park Service with service-oriented cleanup projects as part of the Alternative Spring Break program. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_023.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_021.htm Thu, 24 Mar 2016 11:27:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore will be improving visitor access and enjoyment at the Ocracoke Day Use Area. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_021.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_020.htm Thu, 24 Mar 2016 08:53:00 EST Superintendent David Hallac announced today that the Cape Hatteras National Seashore camping season will be expanded for 2016. All four campgrounds, Oregon Inlet, Cape Point, Frisco, and Ocracoke Campgrounds will be open April 15, 2016 through November 28, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_020.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_019.htm Wed, 23 Mar 2016 04:49:00 EST To protect breeding habitat for important shorebirds, Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) staff are implementing pre-nesting restriction areas on several beach locations. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_019.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_018.htm Mon, 29 Feb 2016 07:46:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore announced today that it will make changes to how and where it issues Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Permits. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_018.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_016.htm Mon, 22 Feb 2016 05:48:00 EST On August 25, 2016, the National Park Service turns 100 years old. To celebrate the 100th birthday of America’s national parks, Cape Hatteras National Seashore (NS) has planned many exciting programs. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_016.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_015.htm Fri, 19 Feb 2016 05:32:00 EST A plan to to issue a Special Use Permit (SUP) to Dare County for a summer 2016 beach nourishment project to protect NC Highway 12 in Buxton, North Carolina has been approved. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_015.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_014.htm Fri, 19 Feb 2016 05:21:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Dave Hallac has announced that the Bodie Island and Cape Hatteras Lighthouses will be open for climbing this year from Friday, April 15 through Monday, October 10. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_014.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_013.htm Wed, 17 Feb 2016 05:08:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) released today, for public review, an environmental assessment (EA) for the consideration of modification to the final rule for off road vehicle (ORV) management. The Seashore is holding public comment meetings to consider changes to the ORV special regulation (final rule) as it relates to morning opening of beaches, extending the length of fall and spring seasonal ORV routes, and modifying the size and location of vehicle free areas. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_013.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_012.htm Fri, 12 Feb 2016 09:44:00 EST In anticipation of a winter storm event, the Outer Banks Group national park sites (Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National), will close all visitor services including visitor centers and off road vehicle permit offices at 2 p.m. today. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_012.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_010.htm Thu, 04 Feb 2016 09:25:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) turns 100 on August 25, 2016. As a lead up to the centennial, we are encouraging people of all ages to find their park, take part in the celebration, and learn about the national parks in their community through volunteerism. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-009.htm Mon, 25 Jan 2016 03:00:00 EST Improvements are now underway to the Hatteras Island Visitor Center complex. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-006.htm Tue, 12 Jan 2016 03:27:00 EST Firefighters from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Nags Head Fire Department, and North Carolina Forest Service worked to manage the fire and it is now controlled and the area is being monitored. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-006.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-005.htm Tue, 12 Jan 2016 03:17:00 EST On Tuesday evening, a small acreage wildland fire was found burning south of Whalebone Junction on Cape Hatteras National Seashore between Highway 12 and the power transmission corridor in south Nags Head. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16-005.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_004.htm Mon, 11 Jan 2016 03:22:00 EST Inside Road, connecting Beach Access Ramp 44 with Beach Access Ramps 48 and 49 near the Frisco Campground, is now open. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_004.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_003.htm Fri, 08 Jan 2016 10:28:00 EST Construction on new Beach Access Ramp 63 on Ocracoke Island has begun. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/16_003.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/update-on-off-road-vehicle-management-meetings-scheduled.htm Mon, 20 Jul 2015 11:08:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is holding public scoping meetings to consider changes to the Seashore’s Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) special regulation as it relates to morning opening of beaches, extending the length of fall and spring seasonal ORV routes, and modifying the size and location of vehicle free areas. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/update-on-off-road-vehicle-management-meetings-scheduled.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/oregon-inlet-public-boat-ramp-renovations-completed.htm Tue, 07 Jul 2015 05:43:00 EST The last time the Oregon Inlet Public Boat Ramps received an upgrade was in 1989. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/oregon-inlet-public-boat-ramp-renovations-completed.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/150627_sharkencounter.htm Sat, 27 Jun 2015 11:50:00 EST Waves, NC – Around 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 27, 2015, the National Park Service (NPS) received a report from the Dare County Sheriff’s Office 911 Center that multiple Dare County EMS units from the Tri-Villages were responding to an injured person on the beach near Waves, NC. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/150627_sharkencounter.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/6262015_sharkencounter.htm Thu, 25 Jun 2015 23:19:00 EST At about 11:41 a.m. on Friday, June 26, 2015, the National Park Service received a report from the Dare County Sheriff's Office 911 Center of a person apparently injured by a shark approximately one mile north of the Avon Fishing Pier in Avon, NC. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/6262015_sharkencounter.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2015-full-moon-climb-of-lighthouses.htm Thu, 25 Jun 2015 09:30:00 EST Grab your flashlight and experience a lighthouse at night by joining the National Park Service on a Full Moon Climb at the Cape Hatteras or Bodie Island Lighthouse this summer. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2015-full-moon-climb-of-lighthouses.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/plan-approved-to-modify-wildlife-protection-buffers.htm Tue, 16 Jun 2015 09:16:00 EST The National Park Service has approved a plan to modify wildlife protection buffers at Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) as required by Section 3057 of the Defense Authorization Act of Fiscal Year 2015, Public Law 113-291. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/plan-approved-to-modify-wildlife-protection-buffers.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/wildland-fire-near-avon-nc-contained.htm Mon, 15 Jun 2015 06:30:00 EST A small 15-acre wildland fire that occurred over the weekend north of Avon, NC in Cape Hatteras National Seashore has been contained. Mop up crews continue to work to ensure the fire is completely out. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/wildland-fire-near-avon-nc-contained.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-special-world-oceans-programs-june-8.htm Tue, 02 Jun 2015 11:37:00 EST National Park Service Outer Banks Group Superintendent David Hallac invites the public to experience the great ocean resources at Cape Hatteras National Seashore on Monday, June 8 in celebration of World Oceans Day. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-special-world-oceans-programs-june-8.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-hosts-june-seashore-beach-cleanup-events.htm Mon, 01 Jun 2015 09:58:00 EST The month of June marks the beginning of summer and also the beginning of World Oceans Month. The oceans make up approximately 70 percent of the earth and are global natural treasures providing a source of food and energy and the foundation of many aspects of life on Earth. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-hosts-june-seashore-beach-cleanup-events.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-lifeguarded-beaches-open-may-23.htm Fri, 22 May 2015 06:20:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s lifeguarded beaches will open on May 23, 2015. Lifeguards will be on duty at Coquina Beach (Nags Head), Buxton Beach on Hatteras Island and Ocracoke Day Use area from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. seven days a week from Memorial Day through Labor Day. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-lifeguarded-beaches-open-may-23.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-climbs-of-cape-hatteras-and-bodie-island-lighthouses.htm Thu, 21 May 2015 06:14:00 EST Grab your flashlight and experience a lighthouse at night by joining the National Park Service on a Full Moon Climb at the Cape Hatteras or Bodie Island Lighthouse this summer. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-climbs-of-cape-hatteras-and-bodie-island-lighthouses.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-summer-programs.htm Tue, 19 May 2015 10:42:00 EST Summer is almost upon us and the National Park Service Outer Banks Group is ready with a summer schedule full of a variety of programs for park visitors, including history talks, nature walks, recreational programs, and a multitude of children’s programs. The summer schedule runs from May 22 – Sept 7, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-summer-programs.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/review-and-adjustment-of-wildlife-protection-buffer-ea-is-released.htm Wed, 29 Apr 2015 10:29:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) released today, for public review, the Seashore plan which reviews wildlife protection buffers for public access. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/review-and-adjustment-of-wildlife-protection-buffer-ea-is-released.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/NPS-Offers-May-Full-Moon-Climbs-of-Two-Lighthouses.htm Mon, 27 Apr 2015 05:38:00 EST Grab your flashlight and experience a lighthouse at night by joining the National Park Service on a Full Moon Climb at the Cape Hatteras or Bodie Island Lighthouse on Sunday, May 3, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/NPS-Offers-May-Full-Moon-Climbs-of-Two-Lighthouses.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/Outer-Banks-Group-Creates-Economic-Benefits-in-Local-Economy.htm Thu, 23 Apr 2015 10:37:00 EST Tourism to Outer Banks Group National Parks Creates Economic Benefits Report shows visitor spending supports 2,683 jobs in local economy https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/Outer-Banks-Group-Creates-Economic-Benefits-in-Local-Economy.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/Spring-Programming-Announced.htm Thu, 23 Apr 2015 10:31:00 EST Learn more about your national parks! The Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial spring program schedule runs from Monday, April 27 through Thursday, May 21, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/Spring-Programming-Announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2015-Lifeguard-Beach-Operations-Set-for-the-Seashore.htm Wed, 22 Apr 2015 07:35:00 EST Superintendent David Hallac announced today that Cape Hatteras National Seashore has contracted the Seashore’s lifeguard operations to serve the visiting public during the 2015 summer season. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2015-Lifeguard-Beach-Operations-Set-for-the-Seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ORV-Management-Plan-Update.htm Wed, 22 Apr 2015 06:25:00 EST Superintendent David Hallac announced today that, consistent with 2014 National Defense Authorization Act, a legislation-driven review and analysis of the Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Management Plan for Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore), the National Park Service has developed an expedited construction schedule for the ramps and the interdunal road. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ORV-Management-Plan-Update.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/Find-Your-Park.htm Tue, 14 Apr 2015 06:10:00 EST The Outer Banks Group of national parks join other parks, programs, and partners across the country to encourage everyone to find their park and share their stories online at FindYourPark.com. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/Find-Your-Park.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/NPS-Volunteer-Lynne-Jacques.htm Mon, 13 Apr 2015 07:11:00 EST This National Volunteer Week, April 12-18, the National Park Service commends local Volunteer-in-the-Park (VIP) Lynne Jacques, currently the park librarian at the Cape Hatteras Light Station. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/NPS-Volunteer-Lynne-Jacques.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/Volunteer-Elizabeth-Schaub-Commended.htm Fri, 10 Apr 2015 09:39:00 EST This National Volunteer Week, April 12-18, the National Park Service commends Volunteer Elizabeth Schaub, a long-time volunteer at the Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/Volunteer-Elizabeth-Schaub-Commended.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/Volunteers-Highlighted-The-Knocks.htm Wed, 08 Apr 2015 12:25:00 EST This National Volunteer Week, April 12-18, the National Park Service commends Volunteers Mark & Yvonne Knock, who are volunteering with the Outer Banks Group at the Wright Brothers National Memorial Visitor Center and the Museum Resource Center at Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/Volunteers-Highlighted-The-Knocks.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/Park-Service-Volunteers-Highlighted-During-National-Volunteer-Week.htm Wed, 08 Apr 2015 07:05:00 EST This National Volunteer Week, April 12-18, the National Park Service commends Volunteers Mark & Yvonne Knock, who are volunteering with the Outer Banks Group at the Wright Brothers National Memorial Visitor Center and the Museum Resource Center at Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/Park-Service-Volunteers-Highlighted-During-National-Volunteer-Week.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/National-Park-Volunteers-Honored.htm Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:14:00 EST During National Volunteer Week, April 12-18, the National Park Service Outer Banks Group celebrates the volunteers that work at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Wright Brothers National Memorial, and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/National-Park-Volunteers-Honored.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/Cape-Point-Closes-to-ORV-Use-for-Bird-Breeding-Activity.htm Tue, 07 Apr 2015 12:03:00 EST Deputy Superintendent Mark Dowdle announced today the temporary off-road vehicle (ORV) access closure of Cape Point area in accordance with the requirements of the ORV Management Plan for Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/Cape-Point-Closes-to-ORV-Use-for-Bird-Breeding-Activity.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/Annual-Village-Beaches-Revert-to-Pedestrians-Only.htm Mon, 30 Mar 2015 09:53:00 EST Superintendent David Hallac announced today the temporary closing of seasonal ORV routes in front of village beaches will take place on April 1, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/Annual-Village-Beaches-Revert-to-Pedestrians-Only.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/Seashore-2015-Shorebird-Prenesting-Areas-Established.htm Fri, 13 Mar 2015 12:18:00 EST To protect breeding habitat for important shorebirds, Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) staff are implementing pre-nesting closures in several beach locations. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/Seashore-2015-Shorebird-Prenesting-Areas-Established.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/Univ-of-VT-Students-Assist-NPS-with-Projects.htm Fri, 06 Mar 2015 11:50:00 EST For the second season, a group of young University of Vermont students have traveled to the Outer Banks Group national parks to assist with many park “springtime sprucing-up” projects. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/Univ-of-VT-Students-Assist-NPS-with-Projects.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/website-changes-in-progress.htm Mon, 02 Mar 2015 08:36:00 EST As part of preparing for the 2016 centennial anniversary of the National Park Service, visitors to Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial websites will soon see changes. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/website-changes-in-progress.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-program-on-north-carolina-shark-species.htm Thu, 26 Feb 2015 05:25:00 EST Know Your Park: Sharks of North Carolina’s Outer and Inner Banks Presentation to be held at the Ocracoke Community Center on March 9 and the Fessenden Center on March 10, 2015 https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-program-on-north-carolina-shark-species.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2015-seashore-campground-season.htm Thu, 26 Feb 2015 05:15:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent David Hallac announced today that Oregon Inlet, Frisco, and Ocracoke Campgrounds will open to the public on Friday, April 17, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2015-seashore-campground-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-series-continues-fight-against-phragmites.htm Wed, 18 Feb 2015 10:26:00 EST The National Park Service Outer Banks Group Know Your Park citizen science program series continues this winter with upcoming scheduled presentations. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-series-continues-fight-against-phragmites.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vandals-damage-cape-point-campground.htm Thu, 12 Feb 2015 11:40:00 EST A recent deliberate vandalism incident occurred in the off-season (closed) Cape Point Campground on Tuesday evening, February 10, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vandals-damage-cape-point-campground.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/lighthouse-schedule-for-2015-season.htm Tue, 10 Feb 2015 03:41:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent David Hallac has announced that the Bodie Island and Cape Hatteras Lighthouses will be open for climbing in 2015 from Friday, April 17 through Monday, October 14. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/lighthouse-schedule-for-2015-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/chief-ranger-paul-stevens-announces-retirement.htm Mon, 09 Feb 2015 10:12:00 EST After 30 years with the National Park Service (NPS), Paul Stevens will be retiring on February 27, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/chief-ranger-paul-stevens-announces-retirement.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ocracoke-pony-herd-has-a-new-member.htm Fri, 06 Feb 2015 10:46:00 EST Hazelnut was born on February 4, 2015 at approximately 10:00 a.m. and becomes the 17th member of the current Ocracoke Pony herd! https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ocracoke-pony-herd-has-a-new-member.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/world-radio-day-2015-commemorated.htm Fri, 06 Feb 2015 10:16:00 EST In the spirit of the eminent radio pioneer Reginald Fessenden, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site will be commemorating World Radio Day, February 13, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/world-radio-day-2015-commemorated.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-late-winter-prescribed-burn-planned-for-bodie-island.htm Tue, 27 Jan 2015 10:24:00 EST Superintendent David Hallac announced today that between February 1 and March 30, 2015, weather and conditions permitting, National Park Service fire management staff, as part of the Outer Banks Group Fire Management Plan, will conduct prescribed burning on sections of Bodie Island within Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-late-winter-prescribed-burn-planned-for-bodie-island.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-oregon-inlet-public-boat-ramp-improvements-begin.htm Fri, 23 Jan 2015 04:11:00 EST Superintendent Dave Hallac announced today that National Park Service (NPS) will begin work next week at the Oregon Inlet Fishing Center Day Use Boat Ramps. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-oregon-inlet-public-boat-ramp-improvements-begin.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-issues-notice-of-intent-to-prepare-a-draft-environmental-impact-statement.htm Mon, 12 Jan 2015 06:44:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) announces that a Notice of Intent (NOI) has been published in the Federal Register on December 29, 2014 announcing that pursuant to Section 102(2)(c) of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, the NPS is preparing a draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) in response to a request from Dare County, North Carolina for a Special Use Permit for activities related to the protection of NC Highway 12 in the Buxton area within and adjacent to Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-issues-notice-of-intent-to-prepare-a-draft-environmental-impact-statement.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/information-sought-in-deer-poaching-incident.htm Tue, 06 Jan 2015 09:35:00 EST A deer was illegally shot and killed in Cape Hatteras National Seashore during the week of December 14th 2014. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/information-sought-in-deer-poaching-incident.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-series-continues-world-war-1-u-boats.htm Mon, 05 Jan 2015 09:22:00 EST The National Park Service Outer Banks Group Know Your Park citizen science program series continues this winter with upcoming scheduled presentations. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-series-continues-world-war-1-u-boats.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-interpretation-division-receives-award.htm Mon, 15 Dec 2014 11:31:00 EST National Park Service Southeast Regional Director Stan Austin recently announced that Park Ranger Mary Doll was selected as the Southeast Region Park Employee of the Year (2014). https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-interpretation-division-receives-award.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/parks-offer-hiring-workshops.htm Fri, 21 Nov 2014 11:04:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Wright Brothers National Memorial and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site announce two workshops designed to encourage local interest in the 2015 summer seasonal hiring process. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/parks-offer-hiring-workshops.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashores-hatteras-island-visitor-center-temporarily-closed-for-repairs.htm Mon, 17 Nov 2014 10:26:00 EST The Hatteras Island Visitor Center and Bookstore at the Cape Hatteras Light Station, located in Buxton, NC and approximately 48 miles south of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s northern entrance, will be closed beginning Sunday, November 16, 2014 through Saturday, November 22, 2014 for needed cleaning and repairs. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashores-hatteras-island-visitor-center-temporarily-closed-for-repairs.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/dave-hallac-selected-as-new-superintendent-for-outer-banks-group.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2014 04:57:00 EST ATLANTA – Southeast Regional Director Stan Austin announced that Dave Hallac has been selected as superintendent of Cape Hatteras National Seashore and the Outer Banks Group in North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/dave-hallac-selected-as-new-superintendent-for-outer-banks-group.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-proposes-fee-increase-for-campgrounds.htm Fri, 07 Nov 2014 06:22:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is also evaluating campground rates via a comparable rates study and public feedback to determine if camping fees are adequate, or need adjustment, in order to sustain campground operations. The park is proposing to raise camping fees from $20 per night to $28 per night. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-proposes-fee-increase-for-campgrounds.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seasonal-off-road-vehicle-routes-reopen-nov-1.htm Tue, 28 Oct 2014 10:33:00 EST Acting Superintendent Kym Hall announced today that beginning Saturday, November 1 seasonal ORV routes will reopen in Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seasonal-off-road-vehicle-routes-reopen-nov-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/october-15-is-national-fossil-day.htm Fri, 10 Oct 2014 11:38:00 EST October 15, 2014 is National Fossil Day! https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/october-15-is-national-fossil-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/october-full-moon-climbs-for-cape-hatteras-and-bodie-island-lighthouse.htm Thu, 02 Oct 2014 06:58:00 EST Grab your flashlight and experience a lighthouse at night by joining the National Park Service on a Full Moon Climb at either the Cape Hatteras or Bodie Island Lighthouse on Wednesday, October 8, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/october-full-moon-climbs-for-cape-hatteras-and-bodie-island-lighthouse.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/night-driving-routes-reopen-to-orv-use-on-september-15.htm Thu, 11 Sep 2014 07:00:00 EST Acting Superintendent Kym Hall announces that on Monday, September 15 (at midnight) ORV routes in Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) will reopen to night driving where no turtle nests remain or to the first posted closure in that route. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/night-driving-routes-reopen-to-orv-use-on-september-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-opening-of-new-orv-ramp-25.htm Wed, 03 Sep 2014 10:00:00 EST Outer Banks Group Acting Superintendent Kym Hall is pleased to announce the September 11th opening of the newly constructed Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Ramp 25, located south of the village of Salvo and north of the village of Avon. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-opening-of-new-orv-ramp-25.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-point-reopens-to-orv-access.htm Tue, 26 Aug 2014 04:43:00 EST Acting Superintendent Kym Hall announced today the reopening of the east side of Cape Point in Cape Hatteras National Seashore near Buxton, NC to off-road vehicle (ORV) access effective immediately. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-point-reopens-to-orv-access.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/fall-program-schedule-announced-for-seashore.htm Mon, 25 Aug 2014 06:47:00 EST National Park Service Outer Banks Group (Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Wright Brothers National Memorial and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site) fall program season will run from Tuesday, September 2 through Monday, October 13, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/fall-program-schedule-announced-for-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-founders-day-august-25.htm Tue, 19 Aug 2014 11:33:00 EST Monday, August 25, 2014 is National Park Service Founders Day and Acting Superintendent Kym Hall invites the public to experience their national parks here on the Outer Banks; Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-founders-day-august-25.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/august-full-moon-lighthouse-tours.htm Fri, 01 Aug 2014 11:26:00 EST Grab your flashlight and experience a lighthouse at night by joining the National Park Service on a Full Moon Climb at the Cape Hatteras or Bodie Island Lighthouse on Sunday, August 10, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/august-full-moon-lighthouse-tours.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/sea-turtle-nest-excavation-program-begins.htm Mon, 28 Jul 2014 10:47:00 EST Each spring and summer female sea turtles--loggerhead, green, and occasional leatherback--make a brief trip to the shores of Cape Hatteras National Seashore to nest. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/sea-turtle-nest-excavation-program-begins.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-celebrates-lighthouse-day.htm Mon, 28 Jul 2014 10:37:00 EST The National Park Service will be celebrating National Lighthouse Day at Cape Hatteras National Seashore with special programs. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-celebrates-lighthouse-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/parks-create-economic-windfall-for-communities.htm Fri, 18 Jul 2014 10:25:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report for 2013 shows that over 2.9 million visitors to Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial spent more than $172 million in communities in and around the parks. This spending supported approximately 2,401 jobs in the local area. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/parks-create-economic-windfall-for-communities.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-improvements-to-silver-lake-docks.htm Wed, 16 Jul 2014 06:20:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that National Park Service (NPS) contract crew, Team Henry Enterprise, LLC, has completed repair work on the NPS Ocracoke pier and docks in Silver Lake, damaged during Hurricane Sandy, and the area is open for use to the general public. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-improvements-to-silver-lake-docks.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/july-full-moon-tours-offered-at-cape-hatteras-and-bodie-island-lighthouses.htm Tue, 08 Jul 2014 10:39:00 EST Grab your flashlight and experience a lighthouse at night by joining the National Park Service on a Full Moon Climb at the Cape Hatteras or Bodie Island Lighthouse on Saturday, July 12, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/july-full-moon-tours-offered-at-cape-hatteras-and-bodie-island-lighthouses.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-facilities-and-services-resume-normal-schedules.htm Sun, 06 Jul 2014 05:23:00 EST The Outer Banks Group of national parks, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Wright Brothers National Memorial, and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, have resumed normal operations with the exception of Ocracoke Campground which expects to reopen at 5:00 p.m. today, July 6, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-facilities-and-services-resume-normal-schedules.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/parks-begin-to-reopen-on-limited-basis.htm Sat, 05 Jul 2014 05:17:00 EST The Outer Banks Group of national parks, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Wright Brothers National Memorial, and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, today begin the process of returning to normal operations in many areas of the parks. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/parks-begin-to-reopen-on-limited-basis.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-facilities-close-due-to-threat-of-ts-arthur.htm Wed, 02 Jul 2014 05:09:00 EST The Outer Banks Group National Parks, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial, has begun the initial implementation of the Park’s Hurricane Plan in anticipation of the approach of Tropical Storm Arthur. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-facilities-close-due-to-threat-of-ts-arthur.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/shorebird-protection-area-modified-near-avon.htm Wed, 25 Jun 2014 05:33:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today a modification management activity for a shorebird protection area adjacent to private homes at the north end of the village of Avon. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/shorebird-protection-area-modified-near-avon.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ramp-44-reopens-to-orv-access.htm Tue, 24 Jun 2014 07:43:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today the reopening of the popular off-road vehicle Ramp 44 in the Buxton area of Cape Hatteras National Seashore this morning, June 24, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ramp-44-reopens-to-orv-access.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-paint-project-completed.htm Wed, 11 Jun 2014 07:03:00 EST The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse recently received a fresh coat of exterior paint making this iconic beacon stand out even more boldly against the surrounding green backdrop of oak, pine and wax myrtle vegetation. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-paint-project-completed.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-participates-in-monofilament-recycling-stations.htm Mon, 09 Jun 2014 07:58:00 EST A new partnership between Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) and Cape Lookout Studies was recently established with the installation of three monofilament recycling stations on Hatteras Island. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-participates-in-monofilament-recycling-stations.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-climbs-offered-at-cape-hatteras-and-bodie-island-lighthouse-june-13.htm Wed, 04 Jun 2014 04:59:00 EST Grab your flashlight and experience a lighthouse at night by joining the National Park Service on a Full Moon Climb at the Cape Hatteras or Bodie Island Lighthouse on Friday, June 13, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-climbs-offered-at-cape-hatteras-and-bodie-island-lighthouse-june-13.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/world-oceans-day-is-june-8th.htm Thu, 29 May 2014 07:32:00 EST National Park Service Outer Banks Group Superintendent Barclay Trimble invites the public to experience the great ocean resources at Cape Hatteras National Seashore on Sunday, June 8, 2014 in celebration of World Oceans Day. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/world-oceans-day-is-june-8th.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ramp-43-reopens-to-orv-and-pedestrian-access.htm Thu, 29 May 2014 07:07:00 EST National Park Service Outer Banks Group Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today the reopening of Ramp 43 to Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) and pedestrian access. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ramp-43-reopens-to-orv-and-pedestrian-access.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2014-lifeguard-services-begin-may-24.htm Fri, 16 May 2014 11:07:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s (Seashore) summer lifeguard operation and services will begin Saturday, May 24, 2014 and continue through Labor Day, Monday, September 1, 2014. The three guarded Seashore beaches include Coquina Beach, Cape Hatteras Lighthouse beach, and Ocracoke Day Use Area. The hours of operation are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., seven days a week. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2014-lifeguard-services-begin-may-24.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/summer-hours-and-programs-begin-may-23.htm Fri, 16 May 2014 06:54:00 EST Summer is almost upon us and the National Park Service Outer Banks Group is ready with a summer schedule full of a variety of programs for park visitors, including history talks, nature walks, recreational programs, and a multitude of children’s programs. The summer schedule runs from May 23 – September 1, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/summer-hours-and-programs-begin-may-23.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-tours-begin-for-cape-hatteras-and-bodie-island-lighthouses.htm Wed, 07 May 2014 06:32:00 EST Grab your flashlight and experience a lighthouse at night by joining the National Park Service on a Full Moon Climb at the Cape Hatteras or Bodie Island Lighthouse on Wed, May 14, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-tours-begin-for-cape-hatteras-and-bodie-island-lighthouses.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/deputy-superintendent-selected.htm Mon, 05 May 2014 05:59:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble is pleased to announce that Mark Dowdle will be joining the park’s management team as the new Deputy Superintendent for the National Park Service (NPS) Outer Banks Group. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/deputy-superintendent-selected.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/night-beach-driving-restrictions-take-effect-may-1.htm Wed, 30 Apr 2014 07:21:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble reminds park visitors that night beach driving restrictions for Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) use on Seashore ocean beaches go into effect Thursday, May 1, 2014 at 9:00 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/night-beach-driving-restrictions-take-effect-may-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2014-spring-program-schedule-announced.htm Thu, 24 Apr 2014 04:49:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial will run spring programs from Monday, April 28, through Thursday, May 22, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2014-spring-program-schedule-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/construction-projects-begin-or-near-completion-in-seashore.htm Wed, 16 Apr 2014 10:26:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that DOT Construction/Barnhill Contracting Company has begun the construction project for the new designated Ramp 25 (located east of Rt. 12, between Ramp 23 and Ramp 27 on Hatteras Island) for off-road vehicle (ORV) and pedestrian access to Cape Hatteras National Seashore beaches. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/construction-projects-begin-or-near-completion-in-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-week-is-april-19-27-2014.htm Mon, 14 Apr 2014 12:28:00 EST During this year’s National Park Week, April 19-27, Superintendent Barclay Trimble invites the public to experience their national parks across the country, and those here on the Outer Banks. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-week-is-april-19-27-2014.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-plans-prescribed-burn-on-bodie-island.htm Mon, 14 Apr 2014 12:14:00 EST As part of the Outer Banks Group Fire Management Plan, a prescribed burn could be conducted during the week of April 14, 2014 in the Bodie Island District of Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-plans-prescribed-burn-on-bodie-island.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-volunteers-commended.htm Thu, 10 Apr 2014 06:26:00 EST This National Volunteer Week, April 6-12, the National Park Service commends Volunteers Richard and Kay Gordon, winter stewards of the Cape Hatteras Light Station for nearly ten years. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-volunteers-commended.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-commends-ocracoke-volunteer-sherry-atkinson.htm Tue, 08 Apr 2014 11:28:00 EST This National Volunteer Week, April 6-12, the National Park Service commends Volunteer Sherry Atkinson, a caretaker of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore Ocracoke ponies. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-commends-ocracoke-volunteer-sherry-atkinson.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-volunteers-honored-during-national-volunteer-week.htm Thu, 03 Apr 2014 06:36:00 EST During National Volunteer Week, April 6-12, the National Park Service Outer Banks Group celebrates the volunteers that work at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Wright Brothers National Memorial and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. This past year, these volunteers donated a total of 18,982 hours! https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-volunteers-honored-during-national-volunteer-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-point-temporarily-closes-to-orv-access-for-shorebird-breeding.htm Wed, 02 Apr 2014 04:51:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today the temporary off-road vehicle (ORV) access closure of Cape Point area in accordance with the requirements of the ORV Management Plan for Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-point-temporarily-closes-to-orv-access-for-shorebird-breeding.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-and-cape-hatteras-lighthouses-open-on-april-18.htm Tue, 01 Apr 2014 04:37:00 EST The Cape Hatteras National Seashore Bodie Island and Cape Hatteras Lighthouses will open for the season on Friday, April 18, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-and-cape-hatteras-lighthouses-open-on-april-18.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-presentations-are-rescheduled-on-march-26-and-27.htm Tue, 18 Mar 2014 11:20:00 EST The National Park Service Outer Banks Group Know Your Park citizen science program series continues this spring with this upcoming rescheduled presentation. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-presentations-are-rescheduled-on-march-26-and-27.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/prenesting-areas-established-for-2014-shorebird-breeding-season.htm Tue, 11 Mar 2014 04:30:00 EST Between January 28 and February 8, 2014, National Park Service (NPS) Resources Management staff conducted annual assessments of breeding habitat for piping plover (PIPL), Wilson’s plover (WIPL), American oystercatcher (AMOY), and colonial waterbirds (CWBs). https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/prenesting-areas-established-for-2014-shorebird-breeding-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/economic-benefits-of-parks-to-surrounding-communities.htm Mon, 03 Mar 2014 11:01:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 3,050,689 visitors to the Outer Banks Group (Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial), spent $175,341.2 million in communities near the parks. That spending supported 2,469 jobs in the local area. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/economic-benefits-of-parks-to-surrounding-communities.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-recruits-bodie-island-lighthouse-volunteers.htm Mon, 03 Mar 2014 09:37:00 EST The National Park Service is currently accepting applications from members of the local communities to volunteer at the Bodie Island Lighthouse and assist with tour operations during the 2014 season. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-recruits-bodie-island-lighthouse-volunteers.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/improvements-to-ocracoke-facilities-begin.htm Thu, 27 Feb 2014 06:42:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that National Park Service (NPS) contract crew, Team Henry Enterprise, LLC, has begun repair work on the NPS Ocracoke pier and docks in Silver Lake which were damaged during Hurricane Sandy. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/improvements-to-ocracoke-facilities-begin.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-offers-temporary-route-for-weekend-closure-of-nc12.htm Thu, 20 Feb 2014 09:03:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) will offer a temporary route for off-road vehicles (ORVs) on the weekend of February 28, 2014, as a detour to a North Carolina Dept. of Transportation’s (NCDOT) culvert replacement project and temporary closure of NC 12 in the village of Frisco. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-offers-temporary-route-for-weekend-closure-of-nc12.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-series-continues-feb-26-and-27.htm Thu, 20 Feb 2014 04:38:00 EST The National Park Service Outer Banks Group invites the public to a Know Your Park citizen education program presentation Sargassum on the Edge of the Gulf Stream, by Dr. Lindsay Dubbs. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-series-continues-feb-26-and-27.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2014-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-campground-season.htm Thu, 06 Feb 2014 05:35:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that Oregon Inlet, Frisco, and Ocracoke Campgrounds will open to the public on Friday, April 18, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2014-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-campground-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-parks-closed-due-to-winter-storm.htm Tue, 28 Jan 2014 06:10:00 EST The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning and a Wind Advisory in effect for the region affecting the Outer Banks Group units, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial, by mid- afternoon on Tuesday, January 28. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-parks-closed-due-to-winter-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/prescribed-burn-planned-in-february-on-bodie-island-district.htm Mon, 27 Jan 2014 11:15:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that shortly after February 17, 2014, weather and conditions permitting, National Park Service fire management staff, as part of the Outer Banks Group Fire Management Plan, could conduct prescribed burning on Bodie Island within Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/prescribed-burn-planned-in-february-on-bodie-island-district.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-science-programs-continue.htm Fri, 17 Jan 2014 05:25:00 EST The National Park Service Outer Banks Group Know Your Park citizen science program series continues this winter with upcoming scheduled presentations. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-science-programs-continue.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ocracoke-soundside-boat-ramp-repairs-begin.htm Wed, 15 Jan 2014 09:08:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that repairs of the Ocracoke soundside boat ramp begin the week of January 13, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ocracoke-soundside-boat-ramp-repairs-begin.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/longtime-outer-banks-park-staff-wrenn-retires.htm Mon, 09 Dec 2013 10:48:00 EST After nearly 37 years with the National Park Service (NPS), Park Ranger Warren Wrenn will retire on December 27, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/longtime-outer-banks-park-staff-wrenn-retires.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/longtime-staff-member-retires.htm Mon, 09 Dec 2013 06:43:00 EST After nearly 37 years with the National Park Service (NPS), Park Ranger Warren Wrenn will retire on December 27, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/longtime-staff-member-retires.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/changes-to-visitor-services-in-outer-banks-parks.htm Wed, 27 Nov 2013 09:47:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Barclay Trimble today announced changes to several visitor services made necessary by the parks’ current budget. In October, to re-open the government, Congress provided funds at Fiscal Year (FY) 2013 levels through January 15, 2014. Final funding for FY 2014 may not be resolved before then. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/changes-to-visitor-services-in-outer-banks-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/finding-of-no-significant-impact-issued.htm Fri, 22 Nov 2013 09:20:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today the approval of a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Construction of New Development that Facilities Public Access Environment Assessment (EA). https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/finding-of-no-significant-impact-issued.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-orv-permits-on-line.htm Fri, 22 Nov 2013 08:56:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announces early availability and a new option for purchasing annual and weekly Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) permits for designated ORV routes in Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) for the 2014 season. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-orv-permits-on-line.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-issues-finding-of-no-significant-impact-for-new-construction-development-for-public-access.htm Fri, 22 Nov 2013 06:28:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today the approval of a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Construction of New Development that Facilities Public Access Environment Assessment (EA). https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-issues-finding-of-no-significant-impact-for-new-construction-development-for-public-access.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-offers-orv-permits-on-line-december-1-2013.htm Fri, 22 Nov 2013 06:15:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announces early availability and a new option for purchasing annual and weekly Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) permits for designated ORV routes in Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) for the 2014 season. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-offers-orv-permits-on-line-december-1-2013.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-south-nags-head-fire-break-information-meeting.htm Wed, 20 Nov 2013 09:02:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that sometime after mid-December 2013, U.S. Fish and Wildlife (USFWS) fire management staff, working under an agreement with the National Park Service (NPS), as part of the Outer Banks Group Fire Management Plan, will re-establish a fire break along the NPS boundary between parklands and the town of Nags Head. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-south-nags-head-fire-break-information-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-seasonal-orv-routes-reopen-november-1.htm Wed, 30 Oct 2013 07:35:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that beginning Friday, November 1 seasonal ORV routes will reopen in Cape Hatteras National Seashore unless they are temporarily closed due to a resource closure, per the park’s Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Management Plan. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-seasonal-orv-routes-reopen-november-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ocracoke-fire-break-information-meeting.htm Thu, 24 Oct 2013 11:26:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that shortly after November 4, 2013, U.S. Fish and Wildlife (USFWS) fire management staff, working under an agreement with the National Park Service (NPS), as part of the Outer Banks Group Fire Management Plan, will re-establish a fire break along the NPS boundary between Cape Hatteras National Seashore and the Village of Ocracoke. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ocracoke-fire-break-information-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/frisco-pier-contract-expires.htm Thu, 24 Oct 2013 06:27:00 EST Since the 1960s, Cape Hatteras Fishing Pier, also known as the Frisco Pier, provided recreational fishing and sightseeing opportunities on the shores of Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/frisco-pier-contract-expires.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-national-parks-reopen.htm Thu, 17 Oct 2013 05:52:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced the Outer Banks Group national parks are re-opening today. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-national-parks-reopen.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-public-lands-day-september-28.htm Tue, 24 Sep 2013 06:19:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that on Saturday, September 28, 2013, Wright Brothers National Memorial will celebrate National Public Lands Day by offering free admission to park visitors. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-public-lands-day-september-28.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/temporary-closure-for-orv-access-to-cape-point.htm Mon, 23 Sep 2013 06:41:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today the temporary closure for off-road vehicle (ORV) access of the area located two tenths of a mile south of Ramp 44 to Cape Point. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/temporary-closure-for-orv-access-to-cape-point.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/revised-night-driving-routes-reopen-september-16.htm Tue, 17 Sep 2013 09:56:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announces that on Monday, September 16 (at midnight) ORV routes reopened to night driving where no turtle nests remain or to the first posted closure in that route. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/revised-night-driving-routes-reopen-september-16.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/last-full-moon-tour-of-2013-season-for-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm Thu, 12 Sep 2013 04:19:00 EST As a special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will offer Full Moon Climbs of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of Thursday, September 19, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/last-full-moon-tour-of-2013-season-for-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2013-fall-program-schedule-announced.htm Tue, 27 Aug 2013 06:37:00 EST National Park Service Outer Banks Group (Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, Wright Brothers National Memorial and Cape Hatteras National Seashore) fall program season will run from Tuesday, September 3 through Monday, October 14, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2013-fall-program-schedule-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-extension-of-concessions-prospectus.htm Thu, 22 Aug 2013 05:25:00 EST The National Park Service (“Service”) released a prospectus soliciting proposals for a business opportunity to operate marina and retail facilities including headboat and charter boat fishing trips and related visitor services at the Oregon Inlet Fishing Center within Cape Hatteras National Seashore (“Park”). https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-extension-of-concessions-prospectus.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/august-25-is-founders-day-visit-your-national-park.htm Tue, 20 Aug 2013 06:13:00 EST Sunday, August 25, 2013 is National Park Service Founders Day and Superintendent Barclay Trimble invites the public to experience their national parks here on the Outer Banks. The day will be a “fee free” day at Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/august-25-is-founders-day-visit-your-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-climbs-of-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-on-august-20.htm Thu, 15 Aug 2013 06:40:00 EST As a special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will offer Full Moon Climbs of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of Tuesday, August 20, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-climbs-of-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-on-august-20.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-lighthouse-day-celebrated-on-august-7.htm Thu, 01 Aug 2013 11:06:00 EST The National Park Service will celebrate lighthouses at Cape Hatteras National Seashore with special programs on Wed., Aug. 7, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-lighthouse-day-celebrated-on-august-7.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/tours-offered-of-historic-weather-bureau-station-in-hatteras.htm Thu, 01 Aug 2013 10:44:00 EST Join a park ranger each Wednesday through Aug. 28, 2013, to explore the history of the US Weather Bureau Station on Hatteras Island. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/tours-offered-of-historic-weather-bureau-station-in-hatteras.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-historian-cultural-resources-manager-doug-stover-retires.htm Mon, 22 Jul 2013 11:40:00 EST After 32 years with the National Park Service (NPS), park historian and cultural resources manager, Doug Stover, will retire on July 31, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-historian-cultural-resources-manager-doug-stover-retires.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-historian-cultural-resources-manager-stover-retires.htm Mon, 22 Jul 2013 09:35:00 EST After 32 years with the National Park Service (NPS), park historian and cultural resources manager, Doug Stover, will retire on July 31, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-historian-cultural-resources-manager-stover-retires.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ramp-43-and-44-reopen-to-orv-access.htm Tue, 16 Jul 2013 06:45:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today the reopening of two popular off-road vehicle ramps in the Buxton area of Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ramp-43-and-44-reopen-to-orv-access.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-climbs-offered-on-july-22-of-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm Mon, 15 Jul 2013 07:22:00 EST As a special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Climbs of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of Monday, July 22. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-climbs-offered-on-july-22-of-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-to-host-public-meetings-on-beach-access-improvements.htm Tue, 09 Jul 2013 07:21:00 EST NPS to Host Public Meetings on Environmental Assessment Proposal to Facilitate Additional Public Beach Access https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-to-host-public-meetings-on-beach-access-improvements.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-hosts-public-meetings-on-proposal-for-additional-beach-access-areas.htm Wed, 03 Jul 2013 07:33:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced plans today to conduct two public meetings to provide the basic information and to hear questions and comments regarding the National Park Service proposal to provide new access points to facilitate public access in Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-hosts-public-meetings-on-proposal-for-additional-beach-access-areas.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-opens-public-comment-on-additional-beach-access-ea.htm Wed, 26 Jun 2013 07:21:00 EST Announced today by National Park Service Outer Banks Group Superintendent Barclay Trimble, the public comment period for the Cape Hatteras National Seashore proposal to facilitate additional public beach access environment assessment will open July 1, 2013 through August 2, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-opens-public-comment-on-additional-beach-access-ea.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-sea-turtle-nest-excavation-programs.htm Tue, 25 Jun 2013 11:42:00 EST Each spring and summer female sea turtles--loggerhead, green, and occasional leatherback--make a brief trip to the shores of Cape Hatteras National Seashore to nest. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-sea-turtle-nest-excavation-programs.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-tour-of-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-june-23.htm Mon, 17 Jun 2013 07:24:00 EST As a special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Climbs of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of Sunday, June 23, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-tour-of-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-june-23.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/piping-plover-nest-hatches-closing-ramp-43.htm Thu, 13 Jun 2013 11:38:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Barclay Trimble announces the closure of Ramp 43 today due to the hatching of a nearby piping plover nest. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/piping-plover-nest-hatches-closing-ramp-43.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/oregon-inlet-fishing-center-prospectus-released.htm Mon, 03 Jun 2013 05:56:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) announces the release of a prospectus soliciting proposals for a business opportunity to operate marina and retail facilities including headboat and charter boat fishing trips and related visitor services at the Oregon Inlet Fishing Center within Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/oregon-inlet-fishing-center-prospectus-released.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/world-oceans-day-is-june-8-nps-offers-special-programs.htm Tue, 28 May 2013 10:33:00 EST National Park Service Outer Banks Group Superintendent Barclay Trimble invites the public to experience the great ocean resources of Cape Hatteras National Seashore on Saturday, June 8, 2013 in celebration of World Oceans Day. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/world-oceans-day-is-june-8-nps-offers-special-programs.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-summer-programs-and-hours.htm Wed, 22 May 2013 05:00:00 EST Summer is almost upon us and the National Park Service Outer Banks Group is ready with a summer schedule full of a variety of programs for park visitors, including history talks, nature walks, recreational programs, and a multitude of children’s programs. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-summer-programs-and-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-site-recognized-for-inclusion-in-the-national-underground-railroad-network-to-freedom.htm Wed, 15 May 2013 06:51:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble is pleased to announce that recently the site of Hotel D’Afrique was evaluated and chosen as a site that makes significant contribution to the understanding of the Underground Railroad in American history. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-site-recognized-for-inclusion-in-the-national-underground-railroad-network-to-freedom.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-tour-of-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-offered-may-24.htm Wed, 15 May 2013 05:02:00 EST As a special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Climbs of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of Friday, May 24, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-tour-of-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-offered-may-24.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/spring-program-schedule-announced.htm Thu, 02 May 2013 06:58:00 EST National Park Service Outer Banks Group (Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, Wright Brothers National Memorial, and Cape Hatteras National Seashore) spring program season will run from Friday, May 3 through Friday, May 31, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/spring-program-schedule-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-volunteer-ed-johnson-enjoys-the-work.htm Fri, 26 Apr 2013 11:37:00 EST Ed Johnson has put in a lot of hours as a volunteer at Cape Hatteras National Seashore over the past three years -- 3,461 to be exact. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-volunteer-ed-johnson-enjoys-the-work.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-eastern-national-bookstores-receive-customer-service-awards.htm Wed, 24 Apr 2013 08:02:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble is pleased to announce the Bodie Island Visitor Center bookstore recently received Eastern National’s 2012 Customer Service Award. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-eastern-national-bookstores-receive-customer-service-awards.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-climb-offered-at-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-april-25.htm Tue, 23 Apr 2013 07:42:00 EST As a special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Climbs of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of Thursday, April 25, 2013, weather permitting. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-climb-offered-at-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-april-25.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-honors-outer-banks-group-volunteers.htm Mon, 22 Apr 2013 08:10:00 EST During National Volunteer Week, April 21-27, the National Park Service Outer Banks Group celebrates the volunteers that work at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Wright Brothers National Memorial and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. This past year, these volunteers donated a total of 18,140 hours! https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-honors-outer-banks-group-volunteers.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-fee-increase-announced.htm Fri, 19 Apr 2013 07:00:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced that beginning Saturday, April 20, 2013 the climbing fee for Cape Hatteras Lighthouse will increase for the season. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-fee-increase-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-week-fun-facts.htm Fri, 19 Apr 2013 06:42:00 EST The Outer Banks Group parks--Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial-- are special places with special stories. Superintendent Barclay Trimble invites the public to explore these national park sites during National Park Week, April 20-28. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-week-fun-facts.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/celebrate-national-junior-ranger-day-april-20-2013.htm Fri, 19 Apr 2013 06:33:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Barclay Trimble invites children throughout the Outer Banks to take part in National Junior Ranger Day at their local national park sites on Saturday, April 20. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/celebrate-national-junior-ranger-day-april-20-2013.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/celebrate-national-park-week-april-20-28-2013.htm Fri, 12 Apr 2013 06:14:00 EST During this year’s National Park Week, April 20-28, Superintendent Barclay Trimble invites the public to experience their national parks across the country, and those here on the Outer Banks; Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/celebrate-national-park-week-april-20-28-2013.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/access-to-cape-point-temporarily-closed-to-orvs.htm Tue, 09 Apr 2013 10:17:00 EST Acting Superintendent Darrell Echols announces the temporary off-road vehicle (ORV) access closure of Cape Point area in accordance with the requirements of the ORV Management Plan for Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/access-to-cape-point-temporarily-closed-to-orvs.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-and-cape-hatteras-lighthouses-open-on-april-19.htm Tue, 09 Apr 2013 09:17:00 EST The Bodie Island and Cape Hatteras Lighthouses will open on Friday, April 19, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-and-cape-hatteras-lighthouses-open-on-april-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/improvements-to-beach-access-areas-begins.htm Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:28:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that National Park Service (NPS) contract crews, DOT Construction/Barnhill Contracting Company, have begun repair work on several popular beachside parking areas and beach access ramps on Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands this week. The work, expected to be completed by the end of June or earlier in some locations, includes repaving and restriping of parking areas and improvement to the entrance of Ramp 55 and the Pole Road to improve off-road vehicle (ORV) access. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/improvements-to-beach-access-areas-begins.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2013-campground-season-announced.htm Mon, 01 Apr 2013 11:02:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that the Oregon Inlet, Frisco, and Ocracoke Campgrounds will open to the public on Friday, April 19, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2013-campground-season-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/annual-seasonal-village-beach-closed-to-vehicles-april-1.htm Fri, 29 Mar 2013 10:22:00 EST Superintendent Trimble announced today the annual closing of seasonal ORV routes in front of village beaches will take place on April 1, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/annual-seasonal-village-beach-closed-to-vehicles-april-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-and-usfws-share-renovated-bodie-island-office-space.htm Mon, 25 Mar 2013 12:40:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble and Refuge Manager Mike Bryant announced today that National Park Service (NPS) and US Fish & Wildlife (USFWS) staff are sharing office and work space in the recently renovated and remodeled Bodie Island U.S. Coast Guard Station, the Bodie Island Lifesaving Station and boathouse in Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore). https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-and-usfws-share-renovated-bodie-island-office-space.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-establishes-prenesting-areas-for-2013-shorebird-breeding-season.htm Thu, 14 Mar 2013 06:32:00 EST Between January 28 and February 8, 2013, National Park Service (NPS) Resources Management staff conducted an annual assessment of breeding habitat for piping plover (PIPL), Wilson’s plover (WIPL), American oystercatcher (AMOY), and colonial waterbirds (CWBs). https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-establishes-prenesting-areas-for-2013-shorebird-breeding-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-prescribed-burn-and-information-meeting.htm Fri, 08 Mar 2013 09:55:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that as part of the Outer Banks Group Fire Management Plan, a prescribed burn is anticipated in the Bodie Island District of Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-prescribed-burn-and-information-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-parks-benefit-the-local-economy.htm Tue, 26 Feb 2013 04:12:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report for 2011 shows that almost 2.7 million visitors to Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial spent a total of more than $131 million in communities surrounding the parks. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-parks-benefit-the-local-economy.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-comment-period-open-for-lighthouse-tour-fees.htm Fri, 08 Feb 2013 07:08:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today the National Park Service is accepting public comment for thirty days on the proposed fee for guided tour climbs of the planned 2013 spring opening of the Bodie Island Lighthouse and for the proposed fee increase for the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse in Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-comment-period-open-for-lighthouse-tour-fees.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-2013-campground-season.htm Fri, 08 Feb 2013 06:33:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that Oregon Inlet, Frisco, and Ocracoke Campgrounds will open to the public on Friday, April 5, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-2013-campground-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/150th-anniversary-of-the-emancipation-proclamation.htm Fri, 18 Jan 2013 11:07:00 EST 150th Anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation--Outer Banks Group Parks Have Stories to Share https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/150th-anniversary-of-the-emancipation-proclamation.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-prescribed-burn-and-public-meeting-postponed.htm Wed, 16 Jan 2013 06:34:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today the scheduled prescribed burn for the Bodie Island unit of Cape Hatteras National Seashore has been postponed. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-prescribed-burn-and-public-meeting-postponed.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-rays-and-shipwrecks.htm Fri, 11 Jan 2013 10:25:00 EST Know Your Park: Rays and Shipwrecks, January and February presentations to be held at the Fessenden Center and the Ocracoke Community Center https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-rays-and-shipwrecks.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-prescribed-burn-planned-on-bodie-island.htm Fri, 11 Jan 2013 10:17:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that between January 31 and February 16, 2013, weather and conditions permitting, National Park Service fire management staff, as part of the Outer Banks Group Fire Management Plan, will conduct prescribed burning on Bodie Island within Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-prescribed-burn-planned-on-bodie-island.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2013-annual-orv-pemits-available-december-1st.htm Mon, 26 Nov 2012 09:32:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) permit offices will begin issuing the 2013 annual ORV permit on Saturday, December 1, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2013-annual-orv-pemits-available-december-1st.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-park-facilities-and-beaches-reopen.htm Wed, 31 Oct 2012 07:41:00 EST Superintendent Barclay Trimble announced today that efforts to re-open park facilities and beach access ramps to popular park beaches are moving forward. Wright Brothers National Memorial and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site are open and have resumed normal hours of operation. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-park-facilities-and-beaches-reopen.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-facilities-close-due-to-threat-of-hurricane-sandy.htm Fri, 26 Oct 2012 07:01:00 EST The National Weather Service is predicting that the effects of Hurricane Sandy will impact the Outer Banks Group units, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial, by Saturday, October 27, 2012 with storm conditions continuing through Monday, October 29, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-facilities-close-due-to-threat-of-hurricane-sandy.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/fall-season-know-your-park-series-begins-with-sharks-and-shipwrecks.htm Wed, 17 Oct 2012 06:30:00 EST The National Park Service Outer Banks Group Know Your Park citizen science program series continues with two presentations this fall—one on sharks and the second on WWII shipwrecks. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/fall-season-know-your-park-series-begins-with-sharks-and-shipwrecks.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-climbs-end-october-8.htm Mon, 01 Oct 2012 10:33:00 EST Acting Superintendent Darrell Echols announced that Columbus Day, Monday, October 8, 2012 is the last day for climbing the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse this season. The lighthouse will reopen for the 2013 season on Friday, April 19, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-climbs-end-october-8.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-tour-offered-at-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-on-september-29.htm Mon, 24 Sep 2012 05:53:00 EST As a special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Tours of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of Saturday, September 29, 2012. Two tours will be given, one at 7:00 pm and a second at 8:00 pm, each tour is limited to 30 people. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Full Moon Tour ticket sales will start on Thursday, September 27, 2012. The lighthouse ticket booth is open from 8:15 am to 4:40 pm daily. Full Moon Tour tickets are non-refundable. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-tour-offered-at-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-on-september-29.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-night-driving-routes-reopen-to-orv-use-on-september-16.htm Fri, 14 Sep 2012 05:29:00 EST Acting Superintendent Darrell Echols announced today that beginning Sunday, September 16 (at midnight) ORV routes will reopen to night driving where no turtle nests remain or to the first posted closure in that route. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-night-driving-routes-reopen-to-orv-use-on-september-16.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-announces-selection-of-two-district-rangers.htm Wed, 12 Sep 2012 10:28:00 EST Acting Superintendent Darrell Echols announced today the selection of two District Ranger positions for the Bodie Island and Ocracoke Districts in Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-announces-selection-of-two-district-rangers.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/barclay-trimble-selected-as-new-superintendent.htm Fri, 24 Aug 2012 10:48:00 EST Southeast Regional Director David Vela announced the selection of Barclay Trimble to be the next superintendent for the Outer Banks Group of national parks; Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Wright Brothers National Memorial and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/barclay-trimble-selected-as-new-superintendent.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/august-25-2012-is-founders-day-visit-your-national-park.htm Tue, 21 Aug 2012 07:37:00 EST Saturday, August 25, 2012 is National Park Service Founders Day and the National Park Service Outer Banks Group invites the public to experience their national parks across the country and those here on the Outer Banks; Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial. Special Founders Day programs will be offered at each site. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/august-25-2012-is-founders-day-visit-your-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/fall-program-schedule-announced.htm Fri, 17 Aug 2012 07:09:00 EST National Park Service Outer Banks Group (Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, Wright Brothers National Memorial and Cape Hatteras National Seashore) fall program season will run from Sunday, August 19 through Monday, October 8, 2012. A variety of programs are offered--all programs are free. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/fall-program-schedule-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/august-3-2012-orv-access-reopens-to-cape-point.htm Fri, 03 Aug 2012 09:07:00 EST Reopening of the east side of Cape Point in Cape Hatteras National Seashore to off-road vehicle (ORV) access announced on August 3, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/august-3-2012-orv-access-reopens-to-cape-point.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/20120706-ramp-27-reopens-to-orv-access.htm Fri, 06 Jul 2012 12:02:00 EST The National Park Service announces that effective Friday, July 6, 2012, Ramp 27 and approximately 1.0 mile of beach north of the ramp have reopened to ORV access. An upper beach prenesting area remains in effect just north of the ramp, with an ORV and pedestrian access corridor open on the lower beach. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/20120706-ramp-27-reopens-to-orv-access.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-full-moon-tour-of-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-on-july-3.htm Wed, 27 Jun 2012 08:23:00 EST As a special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Tours of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of Tuesday, July 3, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-full-moon-tour-of-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-on-july-3.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-new-civil-war-to-civil-rights-trading-cards.htm Mon, 25 Jun 2012 07:23:00 EST Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, and Wright Brothers National Memorial are offering free trading cards featuring individuals and sites linked to the “Civil War to Civil Rights” theme. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-new-civil-war-to-civil-rights-trading-cards.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-summer-programs-begin-for-2012.htm Wed, 13 Jun 2012 08:04:00 EST Summer programs started last week at the National Park Service Outer Banks Group. A wide variety of programs are being offered. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-summer-programs-begin-for-2012.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ramp-44-reopens-to-pedestrian-access.htm Tue, 12 Jun 2012 11:32:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announces that effective Tuesday, June 12, 2012, Ramp 44 and 0.2 of a mile south of the ramp, has reopened to pedestrian access. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ramp-44-reopens-to-pedestrian-access.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-point-campground-opens-for-2012-season.htm Thu, 07 Jun 2012 07:40:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that Cape Point Campground in Buxton, on Hatteras Island, will open Friday, June 8, 2012 at 9:00 a.m. and close on September 3, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-point-campground-opens-for-2012-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/world-oceans-day-is-june-8.htm Mon, 04 Jun 2012 10:51:00 EST Friday, June 8, 2012 is World Oceans Day and National Park Service Outer Banks Group Superintendent Mike Murray invites the public to experience the great ocean resources of Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/world-oceans-day-is-june-8.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-tour-of-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-june-4.htm Tue, 29 May 2012 11:22:00 EST As a special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Tours of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of Monday, June 4, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-tour-of-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-june-4.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-point-campground-remains-closed.htm Thu, 24 May 2012 10:55:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that Cape Point Campground will have a delayed opening this season due to recent heavy rains, standing water and saturated ground conditions. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-point-campground-remains-closed.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/piping-plover-nest-hatches-closing-cape-point.htm Mon, 14 May 2012 12:05:00 EST The National Park Service announces that the first piping plover nest of the season has hatched at Cape Point, resulting in the temporary closure of the area from Ramp 43 south to the tip of Cape Point. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/piping-plover-nest-hatches-closing-cape-point.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2012-full-moon-tour-season-begins-may-5th.htm Tue, 01 May 2012 06:42:00 EST As a special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Tours of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of Saturday, May 5, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2012-full-moon-tour-season-begins-may-5th.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-night-driving-restrictions-effective-may-1st.htm Tue, 01 May 2012 05:52:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that in accordance with the new Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Management Plan for Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore), night beach driving restrictions for ORV use on Seashore ocean beaches go into effect Tuesday, May 1st, 2012 at 9:00 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-night-driving-restrictions-effective-may-1st.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/salvo-day-use-area-reopens-may-1st.htm Fri, 27 Apr 2012 05:54:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) Salvo Day Use Area, south of the villages of Rodanthe, Waves and Salvo, will reopen on May 1, 2012 to the general public. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/salvo-day-use-area-reopens-may-1st.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-restoration-resumes.htm Mon, 23 Apr 2012 07:25:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) announces the second phase of the Bodie Island Lighthouse restoration project, located near Oregon Inlet, has begun. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-restoration-resumes.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-opens-for-2012-season.htm Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:59:00 EST Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Opens on April 20. The first day of climbing is a fee free day! https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-opens-for-2012-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-colonial-waterbird-prenesting-areas-established-for-2012-shorebird-breeding-season.htm Mon, 16 Apr 2012 07:02:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore Establishes Colonial Waterbird Prenesting Areas for 2012 Shorebird Breeding Season. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-colonial-waterbird-prenesting-areas-established-for-2012-shorebird-breeding-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-junior-ranger-program.htm Mon, 16 Apr 2012 06:48:00 EST Be A National Park Service Junior Ranger! Celebrate National Junior Ranger Day – April 21, 2012 https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-junior-ranger-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-week-april-21-thru-29-2012.htm Mon, 16 Apr 2012 06:38:00 EST Visit Your National Park! National Park Week is April 21 – 29, 2012 https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-week-april-21-thru-29-2012.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/administrative-officer-selected-for-outer-banks-group.htm Mon, 09 Apr 2012 07:38:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is pleased to announce that Dean Mark was recently selected as the new Administrative Officer for the Outer Banks Group. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/administrative-officer-selected-for-outer-banks-group.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seasonal-orv-routes-closed-to-vehicles-on-april-1st.htm Mon, 02 Apr 2012 11:56:00 EST In accordance with the final special regulation for off-road vehicle (ORV) management at Cape Hatteras National Seashore, the following seasonal ORV routes are closed to vehicles from April 1 through October 31. These areas remain open to pedestrian use. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seasonal-orv-routes-closed-to-vehicles-on-april-1st.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2012-prenesting-areas-established-for-breeding-shorebirds.htm Thu, 15 Mar 2012 08:53:00 EST Prenesting areas for PIPL, AMOY and/or WIPL have been installed by March 15 and prenesting areas for CWB sites will be installed by April 15. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2012-prenesting-areas-established-for-breeding-shorebirds.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/two-cape-hatteras-light-station-facilities-receive-improvements.htm Tue, 13 Mar 2012 12:48:00 EST Weather permitting, two Cape Hatteras Light Station facilities in Buxton, North Carolina will be temporarily closed from March 15 to April 4 in order to allow contractors to complete re-roofing projects for both buildings. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/two-cape-hatteras-light-station-facilities-receive-improvements.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-scoping-opens-for-proposed-infrastructure-improvements.htm Thu, 01 Mar 2012 04:31:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today the National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public comment on proposed infrastructure improvement projects identified in the final Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Management Plan that would facilitate visitor access to key recreational areas while providing resource protection to wildlife and plants within Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore.) https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-scoping-opens-for-proposed-infrastructure-improvements.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/update-on-orv-management-plan-for-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Fri, 24 Feb 2012 11:18:00 EST The final special regulation for the management of off-road vehicle (ORV) use at Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) became effective on February 15, 2012. The new ORV management plan and regulation designate ORV routes (areas where ORV use is authorized) in a manner that will protect and preserve the unique natural and cultural resources of this dynamic barrier ecosystem while permitting the use of vehicles on Seashore beaches and provide a variety of safe visitor experiences while minimizing conflicts among various users. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/update-on-orv-management-plan-for-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/new-member-joins-ocracoke-pony-herd.htm Wed, 15 Feb 2012 05:48:00 EST The Ocracoke Pony herd has a new member! “Alonso,” a three year old registered Spanish stallion from the Corolla Wild Horse herd, was recently adopted by the National Park Service (NPS) and transported to Ocracoke Island on February 2, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/new-member-joins-ocracoke-pony-herd.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-2012-campground-season.htm Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:03:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that Oregon Inlet, Frisco, and Ocracoke Campgrounds will open to the public on Friday, April 6, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-2012-campground-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-prescribed-burn-continues-today.htm Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:42:00 EST Weather permitting, a second phase of the prescribed burn planned for the Bodie Island District of Cape Hatteras National Seashore will begin today, Tuesday, February 7, 2012. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-prescribed-burn-continues-today.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2011-reports-available-to-the-public-on-pepc.htm Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:35:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that the Cape Hatteras National Seashore (CAHA) 2011 annual reports for protected species and law enforcement have been released and are available to the public on the PEPC website. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2011-reports-available-to-the-public-on-pepc.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-2011-reports-available-to-the-public.htm Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:52:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that the Cape Hatteras National Seashore (CAHA) 2011 annual reports for protected species and law enforcement have been released and are available to the public on the PEPC website. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-2011-reports-available-to-the-public.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-prescribed-burn-begins-february-6.htm Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:23:00 EST As part of the Outer Banks Group Fire Management Plan, a prescribed burn will begin today, Friday, February 03, 2012, in the Bodie Island District of Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-prescribed-burn-begins-february-6.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-prescribed-burn-begins.htm Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:42:00 EST As part of the Outer Banks Group Fire Management Plan, a prescribed burn will begin today, Friday, February 03, 2012, in the Bodie Island District of Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-prescribed-burn-begins.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-prescribed-burn-planned-for-bodie-island.htm Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:09:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that, weather and conditions permitting, between February 6 and February 15, 2012, National Park Service fire management staff, as part of the Outer Banks Group Fire Management Plan, will conduct a prescribed burn on Bodie Island within Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-prescribed-burn-planned-for-bodie-island.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/final-rule-for-orv-use-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-published.htm Mon, 23 Jan 2012 10:48:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) announces that the final rule document for the management of off-road vehicle (ORV) use at Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) has been published in the Federal Register. The rule can be found at: https://www.federalregister.gov/ https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/final-rule-for-orv-use-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-published.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/final-rule-posted-for-viewing-on-orv-use-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:55:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) announces that the final rule document for the management of off-road vehicle (ORV) use at Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) has been posted for viewing on the Federal Register Public Inspection web page under “Regular Filing.” The rule can be found at: http://www.federalregister.gov/public-inspection https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/final-rule-posted-for-viewing-on-orv-use-at-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-restoration-will-resume.htm Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:24:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced this week that a $1.89 million contract has been awarded to resume restoration of the famed Bodie Island Lighthouse located near Oregon Inlet. The National Park Service (NPS) Denver Service Center has issued a notice to proceed with the award of contract to the prime contractor, United Builders Group, LLC from New Bern, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-restoration-will-resume.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-ranger-kenny-ballance-receives-regional-award.htm Tue, 08 Nov 2011 11:08:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that long-time Outer Banks Group employee Kenneth C. (Kenny) Ballance has received the 2011 National Park Service (NPS) Southeast Region Harry Yount Park Ranger Award. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-ranger-kenny-ballance-receives-regional-award.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-ranger-kenny-ballance-receives-regional-yount-award.htm Tue, 08 Nov 2011 10:56:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that long-time Outer Banks Group employee Kenneth C. (Kenny) Ballance has received the 2011 National Park Service (NPS) Southeast Region Harry Yount Park Ranger Award. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-ranger-kenny-ballance-receives-regional-yount-award.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-host-archeological-excavations-and-exhibit-opening.htm Wed, 05 Oct 2011 07:15:00 EST The National Park Service Outer Banks Group, in partnership with the First Colony Foundation and Friends of the Outer Banks History Center, announces the opening of a new exhibit, “Beneath the Sands: Past and Present Archaeology at Fort Raleigh” on Monday, October 10, 2011 at Fort Raleigh National Historic Site near Manteo, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-host-archeological-excavations-and-exhibit-opening.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/hatteras-students-enjoy-lighthouse-climb.htm Wed, 05 Oct 2011 06:14:00 EST Buxton, North Carolina: Over the past two weeks over three hundred 1st-8th grade students from the Cape Hatteras Schools visited the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse at Cape Hatteras National Seashore for a free climb and program. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/hatteras-students-enjoy-lighthouse-climb.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/final-2011-beach-access-update-for-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Thu, 22 Sep 2011 09:58:00 EST This is the final weekly beach access report for the 2011 season at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. We anticipate there will be very few additional significant changes in access since Hurricane Irene reduced the number of sea turtle nests remaining on Seashore beaches. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/final-2011-beach-access-update-for-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-public-lands-day-september-24.htm Tue, 20 Sep 2011 10:24:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that Saturday, September 24, 2011, Wright Brothers National Memorial will celebrate National Public Lands Day by offering free admission to park visitors. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-public-lands-day-september-24.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-facility-and-access-update.htm Thu, 15 Sep 2011 19:48:00 EST Following impacts of Hurricane Irene, National Park Service (NPS) facilities continue to reopen at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-facility-and-access-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-special-programs-to-hatteras-kids.htm Thu, 15 Sep 2011 18:33:00 EST Hatteras Island is a great place to grow up—beaches, fishing, sea turtles, pirates, shipwrecks, surfing, and, yes, even hurricanes. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-special-programs-to-hatteras-kids.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-night-driving-permits-available.htm Mon, 12 Sep 2011 09:17:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that night beach driving permits, required for off-road vehicle use on Cape Hatteras National Seashore ocean beaches between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m., September 16 to November 15, 2011, are now available. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/seashore-night-driving-permits-available.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-comment-reopens-on-cape-hatteras-orv-rule.htm Fri, 09 Sep 2011 12:53:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) announces that a Federal Register Notice has been published today to reopen the public comment period for the proposed rule to manage off-road vehicle use at Cape Hatteras National Seashore in North Carolina. The additional comment period allows more time for those who may have been affected by Hurricane Irene to submit comments. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-comment-reopens-on-cape-hatteras-orv-rule.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-comment-period-on-orv-rule-to-reopen.htm Tue, 06 Sep 2011 11:38:00 EST The National Park Service is reopening the public comment period for the proposed rule to manage off-road vehicle use at Cape Hatteras National Seashore in North Carolina. The additional comment period allows more time for those who may have been affected by Hurricane Irene to submit comments. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-comment-period-on-orv-rule-to-reopen.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-opens-additional-ramps-and-beach-areas.htm Tue, 30 Aug 2011 12:01:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that efforts to open additional ramps to popular park beaches are moving forward.On Cape Hatteras National Seashore beaches, all ocean and soundside beach areas have been evaluated for safe access for both pedestrians and vehicles. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-opens-additional-ramps-and-beach-areas.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-facilities-and-beaches-prepare-for-hurricane-irene.htm Wed, 24 Aug 2011 09:15:00 EST The National Weather Service is predicting that the effects of Hurricane Irene will impact the Outer Banks Group units, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial, by Friday, August 26, 2011 with storm conditions continuing through Sunday, August 28, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-facilities-and-beaches-prepare-for-hurricane-irene.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/fall-visitor-center-lighthouse-schedule-and-hours-announced.htm Mon, 22 Aug 2011 09:04:00 EST National Park Service Announces Fall Visitor Center/Lighthouse Hours and Program Schedule https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/fall-visitor-center-lighthouse-schedule-and-hours-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-founders-day-is-august-25.htm Thu, 18 Aug 2011 11:09:00 EST Visit Your National Parks! National Park Service Founders Day is Thursday, August 25 https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-founders-day-is-august-25.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-august-18-2011.htm Thu, 18 Aug 2011 10:01:00 EST UPDATE: Bodie Island Spit: The beach is open for ORV and pedestrian access 2.0 miles south of Ramp 4 to Oregon Inlet. There is an ORV and pedestrian access corridor to the north side of the Bait Pond. There is 0.3 of a mile of inlet shoreline for “pedestrian only” at the southwestern tip of the Spit near the bridge. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-august-18-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-spit-reopens-to-orv-access.htm Wed, 17 Aug 2011 07:40:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today the reopening of Bodie Island Spit to off-road vehicle (ORV) use as the shorebird nesting season comes to a close in Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-spit-reopens-to-orv-access.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-civil-war-encampment-event.htm Mon, 15 Aug 2011 09:49:00 EST Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Civil War Encampment: Commemorating the Sesquicentennial of the August 1861 Civil War Battle of Fort Hatteras and Fort Clark https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-civil-war-encampment-event.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-civil-war-encampment.htm Mon, 15 Aug 2011 07:18:00 EST Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Civil War Encampment: Commemorating the Sesquicentennial of the August 1861 Civil War Battle of Fort Hatteras and Fort Clark https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-civil-war-encampment.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-august-11-2011.htm Thu, 11 Aug 2011 09:59:00 EST Cape Point Area: ORV and pedestrian access is open from Ramp 44 south along the east side of Cape Point and west for through access to Ramp 45. The Interdunal Road and Ramp 45 are open to ORV and pedestrian access. Salt Pond Road is open. North Ocracoke: Access is now open from Ramp 59 north to the inlet. ORV access is open along the ocean shoreline for 0.8 mile north of Ramp 59 and pedestrian access is open to the inlet shoreline. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-august-11-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/youths-participate-in-nps-youth-conservation-corps-program.htm Wed, 10 Aug 2011 12:22:00 EST For the third summer in a row, the National Park Service (NPS) Outer Banks Group has hired a group of local youth under the NPS Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) program. The crew has performed a variety of “hands on” field work for eight weeks this summer, including parking lot re-striping and vegetation clearing in all three units of the Outer Banks Group; Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Wright Brothers National Memorial and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/youths-participate-in-nps-youth-conservation-corps-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-temporary-fire-ban-lifted.htm Tue, 09 Aug 2011 12:05:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that effective immediately the temporary fire ban is lifted for Cape Hatteras National Seashore beaches. The North Carolina State Forest Service and Dare County Fire Marshall’s Office lifted the fire ban in 19 eastern counties on Monday, August 8, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-temporary-fire-ban-lifted.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-august-4-2011.htm Thu, 04 Aug 2011 09:28:00 EST As of May 1, 2011, all Seashore beaches are closed to off-road vehicles between the hours of 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. in accordance with the court-ordered consent decree. The 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. prohibition on beach driving will remain in effect until November 15, 2011. **Update on Access to South Point/Ocracoke: The ocean shoreline south of Ramp 72 is open to ORV and pedestrian access for approximately 2.3 miles to the inlet. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-august-4-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-august-full-moon-tour-of-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm Thu, 04 Aug 2011 09:14:00 EST As a special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Tours of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of Saturday, August 13. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-august-full-moon-tour-of-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-july-28-2011.htm Fri, 29 Jul 2011 08:49:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore beaches are being managed under the terms of the U.S. District Court approved consent decree. Park visitors can expect to see resource closures for breeding shorebirds in effect to varying degrees from mid-March to mid-to-late-August and sea turtle nesting closures may occur until early November. Shorebird pre-nesting closures have already been established at the inlets, Cape Point, and South Beach. As soon as subsequent breeding activity is observed, the consent decree requires that automatic, non-discretionary buffers be implemented. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-july-28-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-visitor-center-reopens.htm Fri, 22 Jul 2011 10:42:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today the Wright Brothers National Memorial Visitor Center will reopen for normal business hours, Saturday, July 23, 2011 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-visitor-center-reopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-bodie-island-lighthouse-complex-reopens.htm Thu, 21 Jul 2011 11:41:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Mike Murray announced today the reopening of the Bodie Island Lighthouse complex to public entry. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-bodie-island-lighthouse-complex-reopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-july-21-2011.htm Thu, 21 Jul 2011 11:30:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. *All distances are approximate. The mileage is determined on a weekly basis using GIS data and is divided geographically by island this year. The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm. For more information, check the National Seashore’s website at: https://www.nps.gov. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-july-21-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/shark-attack-on-ocracoke-island-beach.htm Thu, 21 Jul 2011 10:34:00 EST Ocracoke Island, NC – At about 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday July 19, 2011, the National Park Service (NPS) received a report from the Hyde County Sheriff’s Office of a park visitor to Ocracoke Island who had apparently been injured by a shark. The incident occurred south of Ramp 72 in Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/shark-attack-on-ocracoke-island-beach.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-bodie-island-lighthouse-complex.htm Thu, 14 Jul 2011 11:35:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Mike Murray announces the temporary closure of the Bodie Island Lighthouse complex to public entry and all traffic July 18 – 20, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-bodie-island-lighthouse-complex.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-july-14-2011.htm Thu, 14 Jul 2011 09:17:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. *All distances are approximate. The mileage is determined on a weekly basis using GIS data and is divided geographically by island this year. The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm. For more information, check the National Seashore’s website at: https://www.nps.gov. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-july-14-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-july-7-2011.htm Thu, 07 Jul 2011 12:23:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. *All distances are approximate. The mileage is determined on a weekly basis using GIS data and is divided geographically by island this year. The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm. For more information, check the National Seashore’s website at: https://www.nps.gov. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-july-7-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-comment-period-opens-on-proposed-orv-rule-for-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm Thu, 07 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) announces that the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for the management of off-road vehicle (ORV) use at Cape Hatteras National Seashore has been published in the Federal Register (FR). The FR Notice officially initiates the 60-day public comment period on the Proposed Rule. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-comment-period-opens-on-proposed-orv-rule-for-cape-hatteras-national-seashore.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-june-30-2011.htm Thu, 30 Jun 2011 07:42:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. *All distances are approximate. The mileage is determined on a weekly basis using GIS data and is divided geographically by island this year. The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm. For more information, check the National Seashore’s website at: https://www.nps.gov. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-june-30-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-june-23-2011.htm Thu, 23 Jun 2011 07:58:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. *All distances are approximate. The mileage is determined on a weekly basis using GIS data and is divided geographically by island this year. The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm. For more information, check the National Seashore’s website at: https://www.nps.gov. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-june-23-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-temporary-fire-ban-in-effect.htm Wed, 22 Jun 2011 09:53:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that Cape Hatteras National Seashore will comply with the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources temporary ban on all open burning in areas of North Carolina south of U.S. 64 and east of Interstate 95, which includes Dare and Hyde counties where the Seashore is located. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-temporary-fire-ban-in-effect.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-june-16-2011.htm Thu, 16 Jun 2011 10:03:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore beaches are being managed under the terms of the U.S. District Court approved consent decree. Park visitors can expect to see resource closures for breeding shorebirds in effect to varying degrees from mid-March to mid-to-late-August and sea turtle nesting closures may occur until early November. Shorebird pre-nesting closures have already been established at the inlets, Cape Point, and South Beach. As soon as subsequent breeding activity is observed, the consent decree requires that automatic, non-discretionary buffers be implemented. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-june-16-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-june-9-2011.htm Thu, 09 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. *All distances are approximate. The mileage is determined on a weekly basis using GIS data and is divided geographically by island this year. The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm. For more information, check the National Seashore’s website at: https://www.nps.gov. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-june-9-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-june-2.htm Wed, 01 Jun 2011 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. *All distances are approximate. The mileage is determined on a weekly basis using GIS data and is divided geographically by island this year. The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm. For more information, check the National Seashore’s website at: https://www.nps.gov. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-june-2.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-on-june-15.htm Tue, 31 May 2011 20:00:00 EST As a special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Tours of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of Wednesday, June 15. Two tours will be given, one at 8:30 p.m. and a second at 9:30 p.m., each tour is limited to 30 people. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Full Moon Tour ticket sales will start on Monday, June 13. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-on-june-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-may-26.htm Wed, 25 May 2011 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. *All distances are approximate. The mileage is determined on a weekly basis using GIS data and is divided geographically by island this year. The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm. For more information, check the National Seashore’s website at: https://www.nps.gov. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-may-26.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-lifeguarded-beaches-open-saturday-may-28.htm Wed, 25 May 2011 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-ns-lifeguarded-beaches-open-saturday-may-28.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-summer-programs-begin.htm Sun, 22 May 2011 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-summer-programs-begin.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-may-19-2011.htm Wed, 18 May 2011 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. *All distances are approximate. The mileage is determined on a weekly basis using GIS data and is divided geographically by island this year. The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm. For more information, check the National Seashore’s website at: https://www.nps.gov. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beach-access-report-for-may-19-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/first-piping-plover-nest-of-the-season-hatches-near-cape-point.htm Sun, 15 May 2011 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/first-piping-plover-nest-of-the-season-hatches-near-cape-point.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-may-12-2011.htm Sun, 15 May 2011 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-may-12-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/facility-manager-selected-for-outer-banks-group.htm Wed, 11 May 2011 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/facility-manager-selected-for-outer-banks-group.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-implements-annual-seasonal-orv-closures-on-may-15.htm Wed, 11 May 2011 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-implements-annual-seasonal-orv-closures-on-may-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-bodie-island-spit-closure.htm Thu, 05 May 2011 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-bodie-island-spit-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-may-5-2011.htm Wed, 04 May 2011 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. *All distances are approximate. The mileage is determined on a weekly basis using GIS data and is divided geographically by island this year. The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm. For more information, check the National Seashore’s website at: https://www.nps.gov. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-may-5-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nighttime-driving-restriction-on-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beaches-begins-may-1-2011.htm Thu, 28 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nighttime-driving-restriction-on-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beaches-begins-may-1-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-april-28-2011.htm Wed, 27 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. *All distances are approximate. The mileage is determined on a weekly basis using GIS data and is divided geographically by island this year. The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm. For more information, check the National Seashore’s website at: https://www.nps.gov. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-april-28-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nc-12-reopens-to-traffic-on-bodie-island.htm Thu, 14 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nc-12-reopens-to-traffic-on-bodie-island.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/entrance-fees-waived-during-national-park-week.htm Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/entrance-fees-waived-during-national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-april-full-moon-tour-of-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST As a special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Tours of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of April 17. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-april-full-moon-tour-of-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-april-7-2011.htm Wed, 06 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST National Park Service Beach Access Report for April 7 2011 https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-april-7-2011.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-opens-april-15.htm Wed, 30 Mar 2011 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-opens-april-15.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-point-temporarily-closes-to-orv-access.htm Sun, 20 Mar 2011 20:00:00 EST Deputy Superintendent Darrell Echols announces the temporary ORV access closure of the popular Cape Point area in accordance with the requirements of the consent decree. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-point-temporarily-closes-to-orv-access.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-establishes.htm Tue, 08 Mar 2011 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-establishes.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-restoration-project-update.htm Sun, 06 Mar 2011 19:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today the Bodie Island Lighthouse restoration project is ending for 2011 due to lack of funding to complete the project. The contractor will begin demobilization of the interior and exterior scaffolding the week of March 7, 2011 and must be completed by April 7, 2011. The National Park Service has placed the project in its FY 2012 Line Item Construction funding request. Work on the famed lighthouse will resume when funding is appropriated. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-restoration-project-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-wrecks-and-reefs-of-the-battle-of-the-atlantic.htm Sun, 06 Mar 2011 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-wrecks-and-reefs-of-the-battle-of-the-atlantic.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-2011-campground-season.htm Wed, 02 Mar 2011 19:00:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that Oregon Inlet, Frisco, and Ocracoke Campgrounds will open to the public on Friday, April 1, 2011. Oregon Inlet and Frisco Campgrounds will remain open through Columbus Day, October 10, 2011. Ocracoke Island Campground, on a reservation system, will remain open through October 31, 2011. Cape Point Campground in Buxton, on Hatteras Island, will open Friday, May 27, 2011 for Memorial Day weekend and close on September 5, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-2011-campground-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lh-restoration-progress-report.htm Mon, 17 Jan 2011 19:00:00 EST The Cape Hatteras National Seashore Bodie Island Lighthouse, located south of Nags Head just off of NC Hwy. 12, has been involved in a massive restoration project since December 2009. Significant and major restoration work was accomplished over the past year in order to protect this iconic beacon; however, similar to other restoration projects involving aging, historic structures, unforeseen issues arose that have complicated the full completion of the restoration work. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lh-restoration-progress-report.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-notice-of-availability-of-final-environmental-impact-statement.htm Sun, 14 Nov 2010 19:00:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS), Department of the Interior, announces the availability of the final environmental impact statement (FEIS) for the Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) Off-Road Vehicle Management Plan (plan/EIS). The purpose of the plan/EIS is to develop regulations and procedures that manage off-road vehicle (ORV) use at the Seashore to protect and preserve natural and cultural resources and natural processes, to provide a variety of visitor use experiences while minimizing conflicts among various users, and to promote the safety of all visitors. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-notice-of-availability-of-final-environmental-impact-statement.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-honors-outer-banks-group-volunteers-for-2010-service.htm Mon, 08 Nov 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-honors-outer-banks-group-volunteers-for-2010-service.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-november-4-2010.htm Wed, 03 Nov 2010 20:00:00 EST The beginning of November marks the end of the weekly 2010 Cape Hatteras National Seashore Beach Access Reports. Four “late season” sea turtle protection areas remain on national seashore beaches. Any significant changes to these protection areas, other than normal hatching, will be reported in a press release. We appreciate your interest, your comments, and your input over the past seven months. Enjoy the great fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities as well as the solitude and “wildness” of the park’s winter beaches! https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-november-4-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-october-28-2010.htm Wed, 27 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST As of October 28, 2010, of the constantly changing, fluctuating estimated 68 miles of ocean shoreline within Cape Hatteras National Seashore, approximately 50.0 miles of ocean shoreline is open to ORV and pedestrian access; approximately 17.6 miles of ocean shoreline is open to pedestrian only access; 0 miles of ocean shoreline is considered “limited access” (areas that are open but may require hiking off-trail to access); and approximately 1.65 miles of ocean shoreline are temporarily closed to all public access due to shorebird and sea turtle resource protection areas. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm. For more information, check the National Seashore’s website at: https://www.nps.gov. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-october-28-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-visitor-facilities-to-start-winter-schedule.htm Wed, 27 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-visitor-facilities-to-start-winter-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-october-21-2010.htm Wed, 20 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST As of October 21, 2010, of the constantly changing, fluctuating estimated 68 miles of ocean shoreline within Cape Hatteras National Seashore, approximately 49.9 miles of ocean shoreline is open to ORV and pedestrian access; approximately 17.6 miles of ocean shoreline is open to pedestrian only access; 0 miles of ocean shoreline is considered “limited access” (areas that are open but may require hiking off-trail to access); and approximately 1.7 miles of ocean shoreline are temporarily closed to all public access due to shorebird and sea turtle resource protection areas. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-october-21-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ocracoke-district-ranger-kenny-ballance-receives-recognition-for-twenty-five-years-of-service.htm Mon, 18 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST Ocracoke District Ranger Kenny Ballance recently received a certificate for twenty-five years of service. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ocracoke-district-ranger-kenny-ballance-receives-recognition-for-twenty-five-years-of-service.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-october-14-2010.htm Thu, 14 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST As of October 14, 2010, of the constantly changing, fluctuating estimated 68 miles of ocean shoreline within Cape Hatteras National Seashore, approximately 49.6 miles of ocean shoreline is open to ORV and pedestrian access; approximately 18.1 miles of ocean shoreline is open to pedestrian only access; 0 miles of ocean shoreline is considered “limited access” (areas that are open but may require hiking off-trail to access); and approximately 1.7 miles of ocean shoreline are temporarily closed to all public access due to shorebird and sea turtle resource protection areas. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-october-14-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-07oct10.htm Wed, 06 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season and will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below. Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-07oct10.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/lighthouse-to-close-oct-11.htm Tue, 05 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced that Columbus Day, Monday, October 11, 2010 is the last day for climbing the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse this season. The lighthouse will reopen for the 2011 season on Friday, April 16, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/lighthouse-to-close-oct-11.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-30sept10.htm Wed, 29 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season and will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below. Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-30sept10.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-23sept10.htm Wed, 22 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season and will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below. Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-23sept10.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-tour-chlh-23sept10.htm Mon, 20 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST As a special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Tours of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of September 23. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-tour-chlh-23sept10.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-16sept2010.htm Wed, 15 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season and will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below. Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-16sept2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/night-beach-driving-permits-2010.htm Thu, 09 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/night-beach-driving-permits-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-9sept10.htm Wed, 08 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season and will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below. Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-9sept10.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-fall-vc-program-schedule.htm Mon, 06 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-fall-vc-program-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-ops-and-facilities-resume-normal-hours.htm Sat, 04 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that all park facilities and most areas in the Outer Bank Group have reopened to the public and normal operations and services have resumed. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-ops-and-facilities-resume-normal-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/update-nps-reopenings.htm Fri, 03 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/update-nps-reopenings.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/earl-update-2sept10-1300.htm Wed, 01 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/earl-update-2sept10-1300.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/earl-update-1sept10-1200.htm Tue, 31 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST All park visitor centers in Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial will close by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 1, 2010, and will remain closed until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/earl-update-1sept10-1200.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/earl-update-31aug10-1400.htm Mon, 30 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/earl-update-31aug10-1400.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/crowds-gather-to-watch-turtle-nest-excavations.htm Sun, 29 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST Visitors gather to watch the excavation of a sea turtle nest in Cape Hatteras National Seashore, as National Park Service biological technicians perform an important part of their duties. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/crowds-gather-to-watch-turtle-nest-excavations.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-26aug10.htm Wed, 25 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season and will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below. Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-26aug10.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/dangerous-ocean-surf-and-currents.htm Tue, 24 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/dangerous-ocean-surf-and-currents.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-spit-ramp-23-reopen.htm Sun, 22 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today the reopening of two popular off-road vehicle (ORV) areas as the shorebird nesting season comes to a close in Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-spit-ramp-23-reopen.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-tour-of-lighthouse-22aug10.htm Wed, 18 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-tour-of-lighthouse-22aug10.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-august-19-2010.htm Wed, 18 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season and will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below. Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-august-19-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-12aug2010.htm Wed, 11 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season and will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below. Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-12aug2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ycc-photo-picnic-tables.htm Mon, 09 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ycc-photo-picnic-tables.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2010-sea-turtle-nest-watch-program.htm Wed, 04 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today the return of the sea turtle "Nest Watch" volunteer program for the Cape Hatteras National Seashore 2010 summer/fall sea turtle season. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2010-sea-turtle-nest-watch-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-5aug2010.htm Wed, 04 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season and will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below. Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-5aug2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/americas-favorite-park-contest.htm Tue, 03 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/americas-favorite-park-contest.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-29july2010.htm Wed, 28 Jul 2010 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding seasonand will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below. Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-29july2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ycc-oyster-sill-restoration.htm Wed, 28 Jul 2010 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) crew recently participated in valuable work with several local land management entities on a hot and humid July day. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ycc-oyster-sill-restoration.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodieislandlighthouse-restoration-update-27july2010.htm Mon, 26 Jul 2010 20:00:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore's Bodie Island Lighthouse, located south of Nags Head just off of N.C. Hwy. 12, is undergoing a massive restoration project this summer. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodieislandlighthouse-restoration-update-27july2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-22july2010.htm Wed, 21 Jul 2010 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding seasonand will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below. Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-22july2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/orv-access-to-cape-point-open-21july-2010.htm Tue, 20 Jul 2010 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today the reopening of the east side of Cape Point in Cape Hatteras National Seashore near Buxton, N.C., to off-road vehicle (ORV) access effective immediately. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/orv-access-to-cape-point-open-21july-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-input-sought-bodie-island-alt-transport.htm Tue, 20 Jul 2010 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today the National Park Service (NPS) will seek public comment on alternative transportation strategies developed for the Bodie Island District at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-input-sought-bodie-island-alt-transport.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-climb-26july2010.htm Mon, 19 Jul 2010 20:00:00 EST As a special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Tours of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of July 26. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/full-moon-climb-26july2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/photo-ycc-buxton-woods.htm Sun, 18 Jul 2010 20:00:00 EST For the second summer, the National Park Service (NPS) has hired a Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) crew to assist with many park projects. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/photo-ycc-buxton-woods.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-15july2010.htm Wed, 14 Jul 2010 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding seasonand will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below. Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-15july2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-08july2010.htm Wed, 07 Jul 2010 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding seasonand will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below. Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-08july2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/pedestrian-access-to-cape-point-open-7july2010.htm Tue, 06 Jul 2010 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that the east side of Cape Point has reopened to pedestrian access, effective immediately, via a pedestrian access corridor that begins about 100 meters south of Ramp 44. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/pedestrian-access-to-cape-point-open-7july2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ycc-program-2010.htm Tue, 06 Jul 2010 20:00:00 EST For the second summer in a row, the National Park Service (NPS) Outer Banks Group has hired a group of local youth under the NPS Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) program. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ycc-program-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vandalism-results-in-charges.htm Thu, 01 Jul 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vandalism-results-in-charges.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-01july-2010.htm Wed, 30 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding seasonand will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below. Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-01july-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/teacher-rangers-summer-2010.htm Tue, 29 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST Four Teacher-Rangers who started work with the National Park Service Outer Banks Group last week are already in uniform and learning much about the Group’s parks. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/teacher-rangers-summer-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/teen-volunteer-hatteras-2010.htm Tue, 29 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service invites all Hatteras Island rising 7th - 12th graders to join in some exciting summer volunteer experiences. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/teen-volunteer-hatteras-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/sea-turtle-fatality-ocracoke.htm Thu, 24 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking information from the public about the death of a nesting female loggerhead turtle that was struck and killed by an off-road vehicle (ORV) during the night-time hours between June 23 and June 24. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/sea-turtle-fatality-ocracoke.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-24june2010.htm Wed, 23 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding seasonand will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below. Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-24june2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/june10-full-moon-climb.htm Thu, 17 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST As a special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Tours of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of June 26. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/june10-full-moon-climb.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-17june2010.htm Wed, 16 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding seasonand will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below. Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-17june2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/media-photo-shipwreck-excavation.htm Wed, 16 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST Various agencies have joined efforts to form a working partnership project this summer called "Shipwrecks of the Graveyard of the Atlantic." https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/media-photo-shipwreck-excavation.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bilh-progress-report-16june2010.htm Tue, 15 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST The Bodie Island Lighthouse, located south of Nags Head just off of N.C. Hwy. 12, is undergoing a massive restoration project this summer. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bilh-progress-report-16june2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/scoping-public-boat-access-hatteras.htm Thu, 10 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/scoping-public-boat-access-hatteras.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-10june2010.htm Wed, 09 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding seasonand will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below. Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-10june2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/third-deliberate-vandalism-2010.htm Mon, 07 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST The third deliberate vandalism act of the 2010 season to a shorebird resource protection area has resulted in an expansion of the closure located 0.9 of a mile south of Ramp 4 on Bodie Island Spit in Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/third-deliberate-vandalism-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-03june2010.htm Wed, 02 Jun 2010 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding seasonand will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below. Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-03june2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ramp45-closed-vandalism.htm Mon, 31 May 2010 20:00:00 EST The second deliberate vandalism act of the 2010 season to a shorebird resource protection area has resulted in the closure to all public access to Ramp 45 area near Buxton, N.C. in Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ramp45-closed-vandalism.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-27-may-2010.htm Wed, 26 May 2010 20:00:00 EST The Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season and will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below. Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-27-may-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-lifeguarded-beaches-2010.htm Wed, 26 May 2010 20:00:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s lifeguarded beaches will open on May 29, 2010. Lifeguards will be on duty at Coquina Beach (Nags Head) and Ocracoke Day Use area from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-lifeguarded-beaches-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-2010-summer-programs-to-start.htm Sun, 23 May 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-2010-summer-programs-to-start.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-20-may-2010.htm Wed, 19 May 2010 20:00:00 EST The Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season and will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below.  Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-20-may-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-hosts-archeological-excavations.htm Tue, 18 May 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-hosts-archeological-excavations.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-27-may-2010.htm Tue, 18 May 2010 20:00:00 EST As a special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Tours of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of May 27.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-27-may-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-13-may-2010.htm Wed, 12 May 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-13-may-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-implements-seasonal-orv-closures-on-15-may-2010.htm Tue, 11 May 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-implements-seasonal-orv-closures-on-15-may-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/access-update-for-ramp-23-south-of-salvo.htm Sun, 09 May 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/access-update-for-ramp-23-south-of-salvo.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-may-6-2010.htm Wed, 05 May 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-may-6-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-comment-period-for-nps-draft-eis-ends-may-11.htm Wed, 05 May 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-comment-period-for-nps-draft-eis-ends-may-11.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-29-april-2010.htm Wed, 28 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-29-april-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nighttime-driving-restriction-on-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-begins-1-may-2010.htm Mon, 26 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nighttime-driving-restriction-on-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-begins-1-may-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-2010-spring-program-schedule-announced.htm Thu, 22 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-2010-spring-program-schedule-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-2010-full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm Thu, 22 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST As a special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Tours of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of April 28. Two tours will be given, one at 8:15 p.m. and a second at 9:15 p.m., each tour is limited to 30 people. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Full Moon Tour ticket sales will start on Monday, April 26. The lighthouse ticket booth is open from 8:15 a.m. to 4:40 p.m. daily. Full Moon Tour tickets are non-refundable. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-2010-full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vandalism-of-resource-protection-area-closure-signs.htm Thu, 22 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vandalism-of-resource-protection-area-closure-signs.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-22-april-2010.htm Wed, 21 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-22-april-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/celebrate-national-junior-ranger-day-24-april-2010.htm Sun, 18 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/celebrate-national-junior-ranger-day-24-april-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-15-april-2010.htm Thu, 15 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-15-april-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-salutes-outer-banks-group-volunteers-2010.htm Wed, 14 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-salutes-outer-banks-group-volunteers-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-to-open-friday-april-16-2010.htm Wed, 07 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse will open to the public for climbing from April 16 through Columbus Day, October 11, 2010. Climbing fees for the Lighthouse will be $7 per adult, and $3.50 for children under 12 and senior citizens. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-to-open-friday-april-16-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-april-8-2010.htm Wed, 07 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-april-8-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-04012010.htm Wed, 31 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST The Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season and will briefly summarize the current status of access in each section of the Seashore listed below. Updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm. For more information, check the national seashore’s website at: https://www.nps.gov. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-04012010.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-announces-schedule-of-public-meetings-on-orv-plan.htm Tue, 23 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST Today Superintendent Mike Murray announced the public meeting schedule to provide opportunities for public comment on the draft environmental impact statement/Off-Road Vehicle Management Plan for Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-announces-schedule-of-public-meetings-on-orv-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ocracoke-welcomes-new-filly.htm Tue, 23 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST The NPS Ocracoke pony herd welcomes a new member, a filly named Paloma. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ocracoke-welcomes-new-filly.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/usgs-publishes-open-file-report-on-management-recommendations.htm Tue, 23 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/usgs-publishes-open-file-report-on-management-recommendations.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/epa-notice-of-availability-for-deis.htm Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:00:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) announces that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Notice of Availability for the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Cape Hatteras National Seashore Off-Road Vehicle Management Plan (DEIS) has been published in the Federal Register (see section “EIS No. 20100072, Draft EIS, NPS, NC” within the notice). The EPA NOA officially initiates the 60-day public comment period on the DEIS.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/epa-notice-of-availability-for-deis.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-comment-period-opens-for-the-review-of-the-environmental-assessment-for-the-improvements-to-nc-12-on-bodie-island.htm Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-comment-period-opens-for-the-review-of-the-environmental-assessment-for-the-improvements-to-nc-12-on-bodie-island.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-establishes-pre-nesting-areas-for-2010-shorebird-breeding-season.htm Sun, 07 Mar 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-establishes-pre-nesting-areas-for-2010-shorebird-breeding-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-notice-of-availability-of-draft-environmental-impact-statement-for-orv-management-plan.htm Thu, 04 Mar 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-notice-of-availability-of-draft-environmental-impact-statement-for-orv-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ocracoke-lights-return.htm Mon, 01 Mar 2010 19:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that at dusk on the evening of Wednesday, March 3, the Ocracoke Lighthouse beacon will once again be visible from the village of Ocracoke. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ocracoke-lights-return.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-restoration-progress-report.htm Tue, 23 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST Another milestone in the restoration project for the Bodie Island Lighthouse became obvious this week as the entire top of the lighthouse was enveloped in a white “shroud” and work continues on the historic landmark. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-restoration-progress-report.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2010-prenesting-closure-information-available-to-the-public.htm Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that the Cape Hatteras National Seashore (CAHA) 2010 pre-nesting closure summary description and maps have been released and are available to the public. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2010-prenesting-closure-information-available-to-the-public.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/progress-on-bodie-island-lighthouse-restoration-project.htm Wed, 10 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/progress-on-bodie-island-lighthouse-restoration-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/clarification-of-2009-law-enforcement-report-statistics.htm Sun, 07 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today a clarification of the law enforcement statistics contained in the 2009 Off-Road Vehicle Law Enforcement Management Actions and Activities report that was released on February 2, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/clarification-of-2009-law-enforcement-report-statistics.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-2010-campground-season.htm Tue, 02 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that Oregon Inlet, Frisco, and Ocracoke Campgrounds will open to the public on Friday, April 2, 2010. Oregon Inlet and Frisco Campgrounds will remain open through Columbus Day, October 11, 2010. Ocracoke Island Campground, on a reservation system, will remain open through October 25, 2010. Cape Point Campground in Buxton, on Hatteras Island, will open Friday, May 28, 2010 for Memorial Day weekend and close on September 6, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-2010-campground-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-reports-available-to-the-public-on-febuary-2.htm Mon, 01 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that the Cape Hatteras National Seashore (CAHA) 2009 annual reports for protected species and a report on the status of off-road vehicle management plan and negotiated rulemaking have been released and are available to the public on the PEPC website under the Interim Protected Species Management Strategy project at: https://parkplanning.nps.gov/documentsList.cfm?parkId=358&projectId=13331 https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-reports-available-to-the-public-on-febuary-2.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/restoration-work-on-bodie-island-lighthouse.htm Wed, 27 Jan 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/restoration-work-on-bodie-island-lighthouse.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-usgs-coastal-erosion-study-on-the-outer-banks-of-north-carolina.htm Mon, 25 Jan 2010 19:00:00 EST Wondering what the equipment and activity on the beaches of Cape Hatteras National Seashore beaches are all about? The National Park Service Outer Banks Group Know Your Park citizen science program series continues with a presentation by Dr. John Warner and Dr. Rob Thieler, scientists with the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS.) The hour long presentation will take place on Thursday, February 4th at 7:00 p.m. at the Avon Fire Hall in Avon, NC. The event is free and open to the public. A question and answer session will follow the talk. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-usgs-coastal-erosion-study-on-the-outer-banks-of-north-carolina.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-parks-series-by-ken-burns-returns-to-pbs-this-month.htm Wed, 20 Jan 2010 19:00:00 EST The popular Ken Burns’ “The National Parks: America’s Best Idea” series begins its encore PBS broadcast with the first episode airing on January 27, 2010. It will then appear on consecutive Wednesdays through March 3rd. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-parks-series-by-ken-burns-returns-to-pbs-this-month.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/two-north-carolina-national-seashores-being-considered-for-marine-protected-area-status.htm Tue, 12 Jan 2010 19:00:00 EST The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) National Marine Protected Areas Center, in cooperation with the Department of the Interior (DOI) has created a first ever inventory of the nation’s marine protected areas. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/two-north-carolina-national-seashores-being-considered-for-marine-protected-area-status.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-torpedo-junction-shipwrecks-of-wwi-and-wwii.htm Wed, 06 Jan 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-torpedo-junction-shipwrecks-of-wwi-and-wwii.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/new-ponies-join-ocracoke-island-herd.htm Thu, 17 Dec 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/new-ponies-join-ocracoke-island-herd.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-administrative-offices.htm Sun, 13 Dec 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-administrative-offices.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/new-additions-to-nps-ocracoke-pony-herd.htm Tue, 08 Dec 2009 19:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that Cape Hatteras National Seashore has adopted two Shackleford Banks ponies from the Foundation for Shackleford Horses, Inc. in Beaufort, NC. The two fillies, named Sacajawea and Jitterbug, will be delivered to Ocracoke Pony Pens on Sunday, December 13. The ponies will be temporarily displayed for the visiting public to view in a special enclosure near the observation platform from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/new-additions-to-nps-ocracoke-pony-herd.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/airplane-mishap-at-billy-mitchell-airstrip.htm Mon, 07 Dec 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/airplane-mishap-at-billy-mitchell-airstrip.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-dolphins-along-the-outer-banks.htm Mon, 07 Dec 2009 19:00:00 EST The National Park Service Outer Banks Group Know Your Park citizen science program series continues this week with presentations from Jessica Weiss from the Outer Banks Center for Dolphin Research. Presentations to be held at Rodanthe and Ocracoke. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/know-your-park-dolphins-along-the-outer-banks.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-update-for-thanksgiving-weekend.htm Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-update-for-thanksgiving-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-update-november-16-2009.htm Sun, 15 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-update-november-16-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-volunteer-training-for-sea-turtle-program.htm Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore is offering two volunteer training sessions for the “Sea Turtle Stranding” volunteer program’s 2009 and 2010 fall/winter sea turtle season. Under the direction of Sea Turtle Biological Technician Michelle Bogardus, the goal of the Sea Turtle Volunteer in the Park (VIP) program is to respond to “cold stunned” stranded sea turtles along the ocean and soundside beaches of the National Seashore and adjacent communities. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-volunteer-training-for-sea-turtle-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-volunteer-joe-hardman-celebrates-20-years-of-service.htm Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/wright-brothers-national-memorial-volunteer-joe-hardman-celebrates-20-years-of-service.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-lens-work-progressing.htm Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-lens-work-progressing.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-report-for-october-15-2009.htm Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:00:00 EST This will be the last beach access report for the 2009 season. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-report-for-october-15-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-report-for-october-8-2009.htm Wed, 07 Oct 2009 20:00:00 EST As of September 16th, 2009, in areas open to ORV use, night driving is allowed with a night driving permit. There is no cost to the permit and permits are available online at https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/nightbeachdrivingpermit.htm, all park Visitor Centers, Whalebone Information Center, Hatteras Weather Bureau Station, and local tackle shops. Night beach driving permits will be required for off-road vehicle use (signed/dated by the driver and displayed on the dashboard of the vehicle) on all Cape Hatteras National Seashore ocean beaches between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. from September 16 to November 15. For further information, please call (252) 473-2111 ext. 148. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-report-for-october-8-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-report-for-october-1-2009.htm Wed, 30 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-report-for-october-1-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-ramp-improvement-update.htm Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-ramp-improvement-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-october-full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm Sun, 27 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST As a very special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Tours of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of October 4, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-october-full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/help-us-make-americas-best-idea-even-better.htm Wed, 23 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST Join the Outer Banks Group on September 26 for a Day of Service and Celebration. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/help-us-make-americas-best-idea-even-better.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-report-for-september-24-2009.htm Wed, 23 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-report-for-september-24-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-celebrates-10th-anniversary-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-move.htm Wed, 23 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-celebrates-10th-anniversary-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-move.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/lights-will-be-temporarily-extinguished-during-renovation-work.htm Sun, 20 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that the familiar winking lights of Bodie Island and Ocracoke Lighthouses in Cape Hatteras National Seashore will be temporarily extinguished beginning September 28, 2009 until renovation work is completed. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/lights-will-be-temporarily-extinguished-during-renovation-work.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-report-for-september-17-2009.htm Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-report-for-september-17-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-improvements-begin-on-hatteras-island-beach-access-ramps.htm Mon, 14 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-improvements-begin-on-hatteras-island-beach-access-ramps.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-night-driving-beach-permits-available.htm Mon, 07 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that night beach driving permits will be required for off-road vehicle use on Cape Hatteras National Seashore ocean beaches between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m., September 16 to November 15, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-night-driving-beach-permits-available.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vandalism-incident-results-in-expansion-of-turtle-protection-area-near-ramp-49.htm Thu, 03 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST A new vandalism incident has resulted in expanded buffers of a turtle protection area approximately 0.2 miles northeast of Ramp 49 in a section of beach that is open to off-road vehicles. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vandalism-incident-results-in-expansion-of-turtle-protection-area-near-ramp-49.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-operations-for-the-fall-season.htm Tue, 01 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST National Park Service lifeguard beach operations and Cape Point campground will close for the season. Climbing hours for Cape Hatteras Lighthouse will be reduced for the rest of the season. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-operations-for-the-fall-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nc-12-temporary-delays-on-bodie-island-expected-thursday-sept-3.htm Tue, 01 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that motorists may encounter temporary traffic delays on NC 12 in the Bodie Island section of the park from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on Thursday, September 3, 2009. Weather-permitting, the National Park Service (NPS) contractor, JMR Investments, will relocate the Bodie Island Lifesaving Station and the old Coast Guard Station structures from their current location to a nearby site on Bodie Island. The new site is located west of the Coquina Beach parking area and the intersection of NC 12 and Lighthouse Bay Drive, approximately 0.6 linear miles south of the current location of the buildings. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nc-12-temporary-delays-on-bodie-island-expected-thursday-sept-3.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-fall-visitor-center-lighthouse.htm Mon, 31 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-fall-visitor-center-lighthouse.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/effects-of-tropical-storm-danny-on-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beaches.htm Thu, 27 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST The National Weather Service has issued a tropical storm watch that includes all of Cape Hatteras National Seashore from Ocracoke Island to town of Nags Head, NC. In preparation for potential impacts to the beaches of Cape Hatteras National Seashore, the National Park Service anticipates strong surf conditions, with dangerous rip currents and possible ocean overwash and the potential for flooding in some areas, such as beach access ramps.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/effects-of-tropical-storm-danny-on-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beaches.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-report-for-august-27-2009.htm Thu, 27 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Strong surf conditions, high tides and rip currents are expected along the beaches of Cape Hatteras National Seashore over the next several days as Tropical Storm Danny continues a northern path in the Atlantic Ocean. Portions of the beaches will experience heavy surf conditions and areas may be impassable during high tides. Visitors may find closures of certain ramps and interdunal routes if storm overwash or flooding occurs. Visitors should exercise caution while traveling in the park. Pay close attention to tide changes, surf and wind conditions.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-report-for-august-27-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-september-4th-full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm Wed, 26 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST As a very special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Tours of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of September 4, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-september-4th-full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/buxton-lifeguard-beach-operations-close-for-the-season.htm Mon, 24 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/buxton-lifeguard-beach-operations-close-for-the-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/off-road-vehicle-beach-access-ramps-reopen-after-storm.htm Sun, 23 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/off-road-vehicle-beach-access-ramps-reopen-after-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-impacts-of-strong-surf-conditions.htm Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-impacts-of-strong-surf-conditions.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/fourth-vandalism-incident-closes-ramp-23.htm Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Deputy Superintendent Darrell Echols announced today that a fourth vandalism incident, the third in three days, occurred at Ramp 23 on Wednesday, August 19, 2009 resulting in the closure of the ramp near Salvo, NC in Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The fourth incident of the same resource protection area marks an unprecedented situation for management of the off-road vehicle issue under the terms of the court ordered consent decree. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/fourth-vandalism-incident-closes-ramp-23.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-report-for-august-20-2009.htm Wed, 19 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Strong surf conditions, high tides and rip currents are expected along the beaches of Cape Hatteras National Seashore over the next several days as Hurricane Bill continues a northern path in the Atlantic Ocean. Portions of the beaches will experience heavy surf conditions and areas may be impassable during high tides. Visitors may find closures of certain ramps and interdunal routes or experience areas of deep, standing water. Visitors should exercise caution while traveling in the park. Pay close attention to tide changes, surf and wind conditions. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-report-for-august-20-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/two-vandalism-incidents-at-ramp-23-result-in-expansion.htm Mon, 17 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Two new vandalism incidents have resulted in expanded buffers at the Ramp 23 shorebird protection area in Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The first incident, which occurred between the evening hours of Sunday, August 16 and dawn on Monday, August 17, 2009, was investigated by NPS law enforcement personnel and evaluated by park management. The second incident occurred during the early morning hours of Tuesday, August 18, 2009 https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/two-vandalism-incidents-at-ramp-23-result-in-expansion.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-report-for-august-13-2009.htm Wed, 12 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore beaches will be managed again this summer under the terms of the U.S. District Court approved consent decree. Park visitors can expect to see resource closures for breeding shorebirds in effect to varying degrees from mid-March to mid-to-late-August and turtle nesting closures may occur until early November. Shorebird pre-nesting closures have already been established at the inlets, Cape Point, and South Beach. As soon as subsequent breeding activity is observed, the consent decree requires that automatic, non-discretionary buffers be implemented. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-report-for-august-13-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-aviation-day-celebration-a-family-fun-day.htm Mon, 10 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Wednesday, August 19, 2009 will be a Family Fun Day at Wright Brothers National Memorial as the National Park Service celebrates National Aviation Day and Orville Wright’s 138th birthday.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-aviation-day-celebration-a-family-fun-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-implements-sea-turtle-nest-watch-volunteer-program.htm Mon, 10 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today the implementation of a new sea turtle “Nest Watch” volunteer program for the Cape Hatteras National Seashore 2009 summer/fall sea turtle season. Under the direction of Sea Turtle Biological Technician Michelle Bogardus, the goal of the Volunteers in the Park (VIP) program is to ensure the successful hatching of sea turtle hatchlings as they emerge from their nests and make their way to the ocean. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-implements-sea-turtle-nest-watch-volunteer-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/south-beach-on-hatteras-island-and-south-point-on-ocracoke-island.htm Sun, 09 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today the reopening of two off-road vehicle (ORV) areas in Cape Hatteras National Seashore over the weekend. South Beach, near Buxton, NC on Hatteras Island reopened on Saturday, August 8, 2009 and South Point on Ocracoke Island reopened on Sunday, August 9, 2009. Both areas are open to ORV traffic from 6:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. daily. The nighttime prohibition on beach driving is still in effect on all National Seashore beaches from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/south-beach-on-hatteras-island-and-south-point-on-ocracoke-island.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-august-6-2009.htm Wed, 05 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. **All distances are approximate.** The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-august-6-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/student-participates-in-nps-youth-partnership-program.htm Tue, 04 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/student-participates-in-nps-youth-partnership-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-july-30-2009.htm Thu, 30 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore beaches will be managed again this summer under the terms of the U.S. District Court approved consent decree. Park visitors can expect to see resource closures for breeding shorebirds in effect to varying degrees from mid-March to mid-to-late-August and turtle nesting closures may occur until early November. Shorebird pre-nesting closures have already been established at the inlets, Cape Point, and South Beach. As soon as subsequent breeding activity is observed, the consent decree requires that automatic, non-discretionary buffers be implemented.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-july-30-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/access-update-for-cape-point-and-vandalism-incident-results.htm Tue, 28 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/access-update-for-cape-point-and-vandalism-incident-results.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-for-august.htm Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST As a very special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Tours of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of Wednesday, August 5, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-for-august.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-july-23-2009.htm Wed, 22 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. **All distances are approximate.** The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-july-23-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/access-update.htm Sun, 19 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today the reopening of two off-road vehicle (ORV) ramps on Hatteras Island. Ramp 27, located approximately 4.5 miles south of Salvo, and Ramp 45 near Buxton are open effective immediately. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/access-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-salutes-three-outer-banks-group-volunteers.htm Sun, 19 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-salutes-three-outer-banks-group-volunteers.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-volunteers-recieve-awards.htm Thu, 16 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-volunteers-recieve-awards.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/pedestrian-access-open-to-cape-point.htm Thu, 16 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that the east side of Cape Point has reopened to pedestrian access, effective immediately, via a pedestrian access corridor that begins about 60 meters south of Ramp 44.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/pedestrian-access-open-to-cape-point.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-july-16-2009.htm Wed, 15 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore beaches will be managed again this summer under the terms of the U.S. District Court approved consent decree. Park visitors can expect to see resource closures for breeding shorebirds in effect to varying degrees from mid-March to mid-to-late-August and turtle nesting closures may occur until early November. Shorebird pre-nesting closures have already been established at the inlets, Cape Point, and South Beach. As soon as subsequent breeding activity is observed, the consent decree requires that automatic, non-discretionary buffers be implemented. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-july-16-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-july-9-2009.htm Thu, 09 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore beaches will be managed again this summer under the terms of the U.S. District Court approved consent decree. Park visitors can expect to see resource closures for breeding shorebirds in effect to varying degrees from mid-March to mid-to-late-August and turtle nesting closures may occur until early November. Shorebird pre-nesting closures have already been established at the inlets, Cape Point, and South Beach. As soon as subsequent breeding activity is observed, the consent decree requires that automatic, non-discretionary buffers be implemented. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-july-9-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-programs-enjoyed-by-outer-banks-visitors.htm Tue, 07 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST Each year, the National Park Service offers a wealth of free interpretive programs for visitors at the Outer Banks Group parks; Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial. Last year, these National Park Service sites, combined, gave 4,454 scheduled programs that were attended by over 226,000 visitors. Additionally, 58,220 visitors attended film presentations and 11,175 children were sworn in as Junior Rangers. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-programs-enjoyed-by-outer-banks-visitors.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-july-2-2009.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. **All distances are approximate.** The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-july-2-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-july-7-full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST As a very special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Tours of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of Tuesday, July 7, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-july-7-full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/two-vandalism-incidents.htm Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/two-vandalism-incidents.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/teacher-rangers-getting-to-know-our-national-parks.htm Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/teacher-rangers-getting-to-know-our-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-june-25-2009.htm Wed, 24 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print.  ** All distances are approximate .** The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at:  https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-june-25-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-bodie-island-area-improvements.htm Wed, 24 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-bodie-island-area-improvements.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/correction-on-june-25-2009-beach-access-report.htm Wed, 24 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST Correction on June 25, 2009 Beach Access Report https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/correction-on-june-25-2009-beach-access-report.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/federal-register-notice-published.htm Mon, 22 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/federal-register-notice-published.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/npsofferssummervolunteeropportunitiestohatterasislandteens.htm Mon, 22 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service invites all Hatteras Island uprising 7 th -12 th graders to join in some exciting summer volunteer experiences to: assist in staffing the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse on the monthly full moon and weekly moonlight climbs; help a ranger teach visitors about the creatures of the sound and sea at a soundside seining program; and join other teens in field projects that will aid in protecting the seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/npsofferssummervolunteeropportunitiestohatterasislandteens.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-june-18-2009.htm Wed, 17 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. **All distances are approximate.** The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-june-18-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/npslaunchesbeachwatchprogram.htm Sun, 14 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/npslaunchesbeachwatchprogram.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-june-11-2009.htm Wed, 10 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. **All distances are approximate.** The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-june-11-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-june-4-2009.htm Wed, 03 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore beaches will be managed again this summer under the terms of the U.S. District Court approved consent decree. Park visitors can expect to see resource closures for breeding shorebirds in effect to varying degrees from mid-March to mid-to-late-August and turtle nesting closures may occur until early November. Shorebird pre-nesting closures have already been established at the inlets, Cape Point, and South Beach. As soon as subsequent breeding activity is observed, the consent decree requires that automatic, non-discretionary buffers be implemented.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-june-4-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-june-2009-full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm Sun, 31 May 2009 20:00:00 EST As a very special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Tours of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of Sunday June 7, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-june-2009-full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-may-28-2009.htm Wed, 27 May 2009 20:00:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore beaches will be managed again this summer under the terms of the U.S. District Court approved consent decree. Park visitors can expect to see resource closures for breeding shorebirds in effect to varying degrees from mid-March to mid-to-late-August and turtle nesting closures may occur until early November. Shorebird pre-nesting closures have already been established at the inlets, Cape Point, and South Beach. As soon as subsequent breeding activity is observed, the consent decree requires that automatic, non-discretionary buffers be implemented. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-may-28-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beachaccessreportmay-21-2009.htm Wed, 20 May 2009 20:00:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore beaches will be managed again this summer under the terms of the U.S. District Court approved consent decree. Park visitors can expect to see resource closures for breeding shorebirds in effect to varying degrees from mid-March to mid-to-late-August and turtle nesting closures may occur until early November. Shorebird pre-nesting closures have already been established at the inlets, Cape Point, and South Beach. As soon as subsequent breeding activity is observed, the consent decree requires that automatic, non-discretionary buffers be implemented. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beachaccessreportmay-21-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-summer-2009-programs-to-start.htm Sun, 17 May 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-summer-2009-programs-to-start.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-may-14-2009.htm Wed, 13 May 2009 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. **All distances are approximate.** The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-may-14-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/powerline-right-of-way-clearing-resumes-in-south-nags-head.htm Wed, 13 May 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/powerline-right-of-way-clearing-resumes-in-south-nags-head.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-implements-seasonal-orv-closures-on-may-15-2009.htm Mon, 11 May 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-implements-seasonal-orv-closures-on-may-15-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/paul-stevens-selected-as-chief-ranger-for-outer-banks-group.htm Mon, 11 May 2009 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that long-time Outer Banks Group employee Paul K. Stevens has been selected as the next Chief Ranger for the Outer Banks.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/paul-stevens-selected-as-chief-ranger-for-outer-banks-group.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-may-7-2009.htm Wed, 06 May 2009 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. **All distances are approximate.** The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-may-7-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/work-on-projects.htm Thu, 30 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/work-on-projects.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-april-30-2009.htm Wed, 29 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. **All distances are approximate.** The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-april-30-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-spring-program-schedule-announced-2009.htm Tue, 28 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-spring-program-schedule-announced-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-receives-funding-for-bodie-island-lighthouse-and-fort-raleigh-national-historic-site-renovations.htm Tue, 28 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-receives-funding-for-bodie-island-lighthouse-and-fort-raleigh-national-historic-site-renovations.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-installs-new-off-road-vehicle-information.htm Mon, 27 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST On April 21, 2009, the National Park Service began the installation of new off-road vehicle (ORV) information signs at beach access ramps in accordance with paragraph 29 of the court ordered consent decree.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-installs-new-off-road-vehicle-information.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nighttime-driving-restriction-on-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beaches-begins-may-1.htm Sun, 26 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nighttime-driving-restriction-on-cape-hatteras-national-seashore-beaches-begins-may-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-and-dare-community-crime-line.htm Thu, 23 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-and-dare-community-crime-line.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-april-23-2009.htm Wed, 22 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. **All distances are approximate.** The weekly Beach Access Report is complemented by a Google Earth map, which is updated up to 5 times per week as access conditions change. The latest Google Earth beach access map can be viewed at: https://www.nps.gov/caha/planyourvisit/googleearthmap.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-april-23-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/be-a-national-park-service-junior-ranger-april-25-2009.htm Mon, 20 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/be-a-national-park-service-junior-ranger-april-25-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/041609-beach-access-report.htm Wed, 15 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/041609-beach-access-report.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/celebrate-national-park-week.htm Wed, 15 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST National Park Week is an annual presidentially proclaimed week for celebration and recognition of Your National Parks. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/celebrate-national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-cape-point-closure.htm Mon, 13 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST Acting Park Superintendent Paul Stevens announced the temporary ORV access closure of the popular Cape Point area in accordance with the requirements of the consent decree. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-cape-point-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-to-open-friday-april-17.htm Sun, 12 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse will open to the public for climbing from April 17 through Columbus Day, October 12, 2009. Climbing fees for the Lighthouse will be $7 per adult, and $3.50 for children under 12 and senior citizens. Children must be at least 42” tall Children must be capable of climbing all steps on their own No person may be lifted or carried Children under the age of 12 years old must be escorted by an adult. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-lighthouse-to-open-friday-april-17.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-april-9-2009.htm Wed, 08 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST The Beach Access Report is issued every Thursday throughout the breeding season, and updated news will be reported weekly in bold, BLUE print.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-report-for-april-9-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/dogs-on-seashore-must-be-on-leash.htm Wed, 08 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/dogs-on-seashore-must-be-on-leash.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/addendum-to-april-2-2009-beach-access-report.htm Wed, 01 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST **An additional RESOURCE protection area has been implemented since the Beach Access Report was issued earlier today. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/addendum-to-april-2-2009-beach-access-report.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-april-2-2009.htm Wed, 01 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore beaches will be managed again this summer under the terms of the U.S. District Court approved consent decree. Park visitors can expect to see resource closures for breeding shorebirds in effect to varying degrees from mid-March to mid-to-late-August and turtle nesting closures may occur until early November. Shorebird pre-nesting closures have already been established at the inlets, Cape Point, and South Beach. As soon as subsequent breeding activity is observed, the consent decree requires that automatic, non-discretionary buffers be implemented. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-april-2-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/caha-off-road-vehicle-negotiated-rulemaking-advisory-committee-final-report-is-available-to-the-public.htm Tue, 31 Mar 2009 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today the Negotiated Rulemaking Advisory Committee for Off-Road Vehicle Management for Cape Hatteras National Seashore submitted the final report to the National Park Service (NPS) on March 30, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/caha-off-road-vehicle-negotiated-rulemaking-advisory-committee-final-report-is-available-to-the-public.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vandalism-of-resource-protection-area-closure-signs-results-in-additional-expansion-of-buffers.htm Tue, 31 Mar 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vandalism-of-resource-protection-area-closure-signs-results-in-additional-expansion-of-buffers.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vandalism-of-two-resource-protection-area-closure-signs-results-in-additional-expansion-of-buffers.htm Tue, 31 Mar 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vandalism-of-two-resource-protection-area-closure-signs-results-in-additional-expansion-of-buffers.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-march-26-2009.htm Wed, 25 Mar 2009 20:00:00 EST Welcome to the first weekly Beach Access Report of the 2009 season for Cape Hatteras National Seashore!  Seashore beaches will be managed again this summer under the terms of the U.S. District Court approved consent decree. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-march-26-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-develops-plan-for-powerline-maintenance-in-south-nags-head.htm Mon, 23 Mar 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-develops-plan-for-powerline-maintenance-in-south-nags-head.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-shorebird-breeding-area-closures.htm Sun, 22 Mar 2009 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced two shorebird breeding area closures that are being implemented in accordance with the consent decree that was approved by the U.S. District Court on April 30, 2008. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-announces-shorebird-breeding-area-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-ranger-paul-stevens-receives-regional-award.htm Wed, 11 Mar 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-ranger-paul-stevens-receives-regional-award.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-work-crew-install-beach-access-ramp-counters.htm Mon, 09 Mar 2009 20:00:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that National Park Service (NPS) staff will install new traffic counters on five of the beach access ramps beginning March 11, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-work-crew-install-beach-access-ramp-counters.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-establishes-pre-nesting-areas-for-2009-shorebird-breeding-season.htm Sun, 08 Mar 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/park-establishes-pre-nesting-areas-for-2009-shorebird-breeding-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/hyde-and-dare-co-schools-to-participate-in-nps-teacher-program.htm Sun, 01 Mar 2009 19:00:00 EST Hyde and Dare County Schools have signed agreements with the National Park Service Outer Banks Group to participate in a National Park Service teacher developmental program, “Teacher–Ranger–Teacher”, this coming summer. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/hyde-and-dare-co-schools-to-participate-in-nps-teacher-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2009-pre-nesting-closure-information-available-to-the-public.htm Thu, 19 Feb 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/2009-pre-nesting-closure-information-available-to-the-public.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-2009-campground-season.htm Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:00:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that Oregon Inlet, Frisco, and Ocracoke Campgrounds will open to the public on Friday, April 3, 2009. Oregon Inlet and Frisco Campgrounds will remain open through Columbus Day, October 12, 2009. The Ocracoke Island Campground is on a reservation system and will remain open through October 26, 2009. Cape Point Campground in Buxton, on Hatteras Island, opens Friday, May 22, 2009 for Memorial weekend and closes on September 7, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/cape-hatteras-national-seashore-2009-campground-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-reports-available-to-the-public.htm Tue, 03 Feb 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-reports-available-to-the-public.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/013009-public-comment-nc-12-bodie-island.htm Thu, 29 Jan 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/013009-public-comment-nc-12-bodie-island.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-visitor-centers-close-for-winter-storm.htm Mon, 19 Jan 2009 19:00:00 EST As a winter storm sweeps across the Outer Banks of North Carolina, Superintendent Mike Murray announced that all Outer Banks Group visitor centers and Wright Brothers National Monument will be closed as of 2:30 p.m., January 20, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-visitor-centers-close-for-winter-storm.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/011309-reg-neg-mtg-rescheduled.htm Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/011309-reg-neg-mtg-rescheduled.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/information-available-on-nps-orv-management-alternatives.htm Tue, 04 Nov 2008 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/information-available-on-nps-orv-management-alternatives.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/workbooksummary.htm Mon, 03 Nov 2008 19:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today the summary of options from the preliminary Alternative Options Workbook (Workbook) for the Off-Road Vehicle Management Plan/Environmental Impact Statement is available to the public. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/workbooksummary.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-to-allow-videotaping-of-8th-negotiated-rulemaking-committee-meeting.htm Sun, 02 Nov 2008 19:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announces the decision to permit Dare County to videotape the upcoming 8th meeting of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore Negotiated Rulemaking Advisory Committee. The 2-day meeting is scheduled to be held at Wright Brothers National Memorial on November 14-15, 2008. The videotaping will be authorized under the terms and conditions of a special use permit. The purpose of the videotaping is to provide video documentation of the meeting to share with the public via Dare and Hyde County government access television channels and via the web. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-to-allow-videotaping-of-8th-negotiated-rulemaking-committee-meeting.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-report-for-october-30-2008.htm Wed, 29 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-report-for-october-30-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-comment-period-opens.htm Wed, 29 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today the National Park Service (NPS) will seek public comments on the Environmental Assessment for the proposed relocation of the Bodie Island U.S. Coast Guard Station Complex at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The Complex is comprised of the 1879 U.S. Life-Saving Station, the 1916 Boat House, and the 1925 U.S. Coast Guard Station. Cape Hatteras National Seashore proposes to relocate these three structures to a nearby site on Bodie Island to protect the structures from encroachment of the Atlantic Ocean and shoreline erosion. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/public-comment-period-opens.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-october-23-2008.htm Wed, 22 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-october-23-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-2008-visitor-survey-card-reports.htm Tue, 21 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that the results of annual visitor surveys for Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial are available on-line.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-2008-visitor-survey-card-reports.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-october-16-2008.htm Wed, 15 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-october-16-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/facility-manager-selected-for-the-outer-banks-group.htm Wed, 08 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/facility-manager-selected-for-the-outer-banks-group.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-october-9-2008.htm Wed, 08 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-october-9-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-report-for-october-2-2008.htm Wed, 01 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-beach-access-report-for-october-2-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-outer-banks-group-now-accepts-presidential-one-dollar-coins.htm Tue, 30 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST In compliance with the Presidential $1 Coin Act, the National Park Service Outer Banks Group units are now able to accept and dispense the Presidential $1 Coins in their business operations.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-outer-banks-group-now-accepts-presidential-one-dollar-coins.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/update-on-the-negotiated-rulemaking-process.htm Sun, 28 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announces several changes and decisions related to future meetings of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore Negotiated Rulemaking Advisory Committee. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/update-on-the-negotiated-rulemaking-process.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beachaccessreport9252008.htm Wed, 24 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST As of September 24th, NPS staff have documented 113 sea turtle nests on national seashore beaches during the 2008 season, of which, 90 nests have hatched or been removed. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beachaccessreport9252008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-named-in-top-three-for-jeld-wen-restoration-initiative.htm Thu, 18 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-named-in-top-three-for-jeld-wen-restoration-initiative.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-september-18-2008.htm Wed, 17 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-september-18-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-september-11-2008.htm Sun, 14 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-september-11-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-implements-orv-night-driving-permits-on-september-16-and-reopens-seasonally-closed-villages-beaches-to-orv-use.htm Sun, 14 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST Outer Banks Group Superintendent Mike Murray announced that Tuesday, September 16, 2008, two changes occur on Cape Hatteras National Seashore beaches: 1) The implementation of the Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) night beach driving permit begins and continues through November 15, 2008 for all beaches in Cape Hatteras National Seashore. A night driving permit, signed and dated by the driver of the vehicle, must be displayed in the windshield of the vehicle between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. 2) Seasonally closed village beaches reopen to ORV use. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-implements-orv-night-driving-permits-on-september-16-and-reopens-seasonally-closed-villages-beaches-to-orv-use.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-on-september-15-2008.htm Sun, 14 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST As a very special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Tours of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of September 15. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-on-september-15-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-operations-and-facilities-resume-normal-hours.htm Sat, 06 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced that on Sunday, September 7, 2008 by 1:00 p.m., all park facilities and areas of the Outer Banks Group have reopened to the public and normal operations and services have resumed. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-operations-and-facilities-resume-normal-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/update-on-nps-openings.htm Fri, 05 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/update-on-nps-openings.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-update.htm Thu, 04 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST All park visitor centers in Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site, and Wright Brothers National Memorial were closed by noon on Friday, 9/05/08, and will remain closed until further notice.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/outer-banks-group-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-prepares-for-impacts-of-tropical-storm-hanna.htm Wed, 03 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST In preparation of the possible effects of Tropical Storm Hanna, the National Park Service has taken preliminary steps that affect park operations and facilities and provide the following information to the visiting public and local communities. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-prepares-for-impacts-of-tropical-storm-hanna.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-visitor-centers-campgrounds-and-beach-closures.htm Wed, 03 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-visitor-centers-campgrounds-and-beach-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-orv-negotiated-rulemaking-assessment-survey-available-to-the-public.htm Tue, 02 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that the Assessment Survey of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore Off-Road Vehicle Negotiated Rulemaking Committee report has been released and is available to the public.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-orv-negotiated-rulemaking-assessment-survey-available-to-the-public.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-releases-park-administrative-history-document.htm Tue, 02 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today the release of the National Park Service publication, The Creation and Establishment of Cape Hatteras National Seashore, North Carolina. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-releases-park-administrative-history-document.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-announces-fall-program-schedule-and-visitor-center-hours.htm Thu, 28 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-announces-fall-program-schedule-and-visitor-center-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-august-28-2008.htm Thu, 28 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST On August 26, 2008, the ocean shoreline of Bodie Island Spit, from Ramp 4 south for 2.1 miles to Oregon Inlet, reopened to ORV and pedestrian access. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-august-28-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/night-beach-driving-permits-available.htm Thu, 28 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/night-beach-driving-permits-available.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-lifeguard-beach-operations-and-cape-point-campground-close-for-the-season-reduced-climbing-hours-for-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm Thu, 28 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-lifeguard-beach-operations-and-cape-point-campground-close-for-the-season-reduced-climbing-hours-for-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/access-update-for-bodie-island-spit.htm Tue, 26 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that Bodie Island Spit reopened to off-road vehicle (ORV) access. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/access-update-for-bodie-island-spit.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-august-21-2008.htm Wed, 20 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST On August 18, 2008, the ocean shoreline of South Point on Ocracoke Island, from Ramp 72 south for 1.5 miles, reopened to ORV and pedestrian access. The pre-nesting closure, established in late March of 2008 and includes the interior sections of the point, will remain in place and is posted accordingly. ORV traffic is permitted from 6:00 am until 10:00 pm daily. The nighttime prohibition on beach driving is still in effect throughout the Seashore from 10:00 pm to 6:00 am. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-august-21-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-update-for-south-point-on-ocracoke-island.htm Mon, 18 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST Deputy Superintendent Darrell Echols announced today the reopening of South Point on Ocracoke Island for off-road vehicle (ORV) access effective August 18, 2008. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/beach-access-update-for-south-point-on-ocracoke-island.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-august-14-2008.htm Thu, 14 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST On August 14, 2008, south of Ramp 4 approximately 1.0 mile of additional ocean shoreline was opened for pedestrian access only on Bodie Island Spit. Two American Oystercatcher chicks continue to forage along the shoreline and the area will remain closed to ORV traffic until both chicks are fully fledged. In addition, 1.2 miles south of Ramp 27 and 0.5 of a mile north of Ramp 30 approximately 0.5 mile of ocean shoreline was opened for a pedestrian corridor through a resource protection area where three American Oystercatcher chicks remain. The area will remain closed to ORV traffic until all chicks are fully fledged. Both areas are posted. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-august-14-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-on-august-16.htm Thu, 07 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST As a very special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Tours of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of August 16. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse-on-august-16.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/august-7-2008-access-update-for-south-point-on-ocracoke-island-and-ramp-45-in-buxton.htm Wed, 06 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST While in the process of reopening South Point on Ocracoke Island today, an unfledged least tern chick with adults was discovered approximately 1.5 miles south of Ramp 72, which forced the re-closure of a portion of the area.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/august-7-2008-access-update-for-south-point-on-ocracoke-island-and-ramp-45-in-buxton.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-august-7-2008.htm Wed, 06 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-august-7-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/access-update-for-south-point-on-ocracoke-island.htm Tue, 05 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that South Point on Ocracoke Island reopened to off-road vehicle (ORV) access effective August 5, 2008.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/access-update-for-south-point-on-ocracoke-island.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/coast-guard-station-oregon-inlet-tour.htm Thu, 31 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST This coming Monday, August 4 will be celebrated nationally as Coast Guard Day – the anniversary of the 1790 establishment of the Revenue Cutter Service, forbearer of today's USCG. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/coast-guard-station-oregon-inlet-tour.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ncbba-offers-reward-for-apprehension-of-deliberate-resource-closure-violations.htm Thu, 31 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST In support of the National Park Service’s attempts to apprehend violators of park resource closures, Jim Keene, President of North Carolina Beach Buggy Association (NCBBA) announced today that his organization is offering a $1000.00 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of any person/s involved in a deliberate act of vandalism in a resource protection area within the jurisdiction of Cape Hatteras National Seashore. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/ncbba-offers-reward-for-apprehension-of-deliberate-resource-closure-violations.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-to-close-lifeguarded-beach-in-buxton.htm Thu, 31 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST Cape Hatteras National Seashore life guarded beach in Buxton will close beginning Monday, August 04, 2008, due to the unexpected loss of seasonal staff. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-to-close-lifeguarded-beach-in-buxton.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/a-sixth-deliberate-violation-of-resource-protection-area.htm Wed, 30 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/a-sixth-deliberate-violation-of-resource-protection-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-july-31-2008.htm Wed, 30 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-july-31-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/orv-access-mileage-for-july-31-2008.htm Wed, 30 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST ****All mileages are approximate**** https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/orv-access-mileage-for-july-31-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-launches-new-orv-information-brochure-with-partners.htm Tue, 29 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-launches-new-orv-information-brochure-with-partners.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/access-update-for-the-east-side-of-cape-point.htm Mon, 28 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Mike Murray announced today that the east side of Cape Point has reopened to off-road vehicle (ORV) access effective immediately. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/access-update-for-the-east-side-of-cape-point.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/a-deliberate-violation-of-resource-protection-area-for-least-tern-colony-with-chicks-and-nests.htm Sun, 27 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST On 7/26/08 a closure violation occurred at the least tern colony north of Ramp 27. The violation most likely occurred between 0200 (approximate last high tide) and 0800, when it was discovered by park staff.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/a-deliberate-violation-of-resource-protection-area-for-least-tern-colony-with-chicks-and-nests.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-competes-for-restoration-initiative.htm Thu, 24 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service announced today the Bodie Island Lighthouse is competing for funding through the JELD-WEN Reliable Lighthouse Restoration Initiative. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/bodie-island-lighthouse-competes-for-restoration-initiative.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-temporary-fire-ban-lifted.htm Thu, 24 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Michael Murray announced today that Cape Hatteras National Seashore has lifted the park-wide open burning ban on all the beaches in Dare and Hyde counties. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-temporary-fire-ban-lifted.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-july-24-2008.htm Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST Two areas of interest that reopened this week: Ramp 44 reopened on July 22 and there is ORV access south to the southern end of the “bypass” area. South of that is open to pedestrian access to the end of Cape Point. Hatteras Spit reopened on July 24 and there is ORV and pedestrian access south from the southern terminus of the Pole Road on the ocean shoreline, around the tip of the Spit to “the Rip” and along the sound shoreline. The area is experiencing a high rate of shoreline erosion and will be monitored daily. It is highly probable that at mid-tide, sections of the shoreline will be impassible and, therefore, it may become necessary to install a safety closure for ORVs. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-july-24-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-graveyard-of-the-atlantic-museum-and-noaa-partners-provide-unique-opportunity-for-students.htm Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-graveyard-of-the-atlantic-museum-and-noaa-partners-provide-unique-opportunity-for-students.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/orv-access-mileage-for-july-24-2008.htm Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST **** All mileages are approximate**** https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/orv-access-mileage-for-july-24-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-seining-program.htm Sun, 20 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-seining-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/orv-access-mileage-for-july-17-2008.htm Sun, 20 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST **** All mileages are approximate**** https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/orv-access-mileage-for-july-17-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-july-17-2008.htm Thu, 17 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST *Bold, blue print = updated news. **Report resource protection area violations to: Dare Central Communications Center: 252-473-3444 Hyde County Dispatch: 252-928-3171 Ocracoke Sheriff Dept: 252-928-7301 During the remainder of July, August and September, park visitors will experience a shift in the resource protection areas as birds fledge and sea turtle nests approach their expected hatch dates. As experienced in 2007 under the Interim Strategy, and again this season, some full beach closures will be implemented as turtle nest approach “day 50” (from the date when the nest was laid) in expectation of hatching. Under the terms of the Consent Decree, beginning September 15, all sea turtle nests that have reached their hatch window at day 50 will result in full beach closures. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-july-17-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/junior-ranger-program.htm Thu, 10 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST Sienna Nambo of Houston, Texas proudly displays a vest adorned with National Park Service Junior Ranger patches that she earned during her visits to various national park sites. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/junior-ranger-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-july-10-2008.htm Thu, 10 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST Beginning this week, the ORV Access Mileage list will accompany the weekly Beach Access Report as a separate attached document. This is an effort to provide a concise, simplified list of approximate ORV access, north and south of existing ramps. In both reports, the mileages, distances and descriptions in both reports are APPROXIMATE and reflect the best information available at the time the weekly reports are prepared. The marked boundaries found in the field are the actual, legal boundaries of the closed areas and supersede any information in this report. Park visitors MUST pay close attention to and comply with resource protection area boundaries as found in the field. All resource protection areas are clearly marked with carsonite posts, signs, string, wooden poles or other markers. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-july-10-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-july-full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm Thu, 10 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST As a very special experience for the visiting public and local communities, the National Park Service will be offering Full Moon Tours of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse the evening of July 18. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-offers-july-full-moon-tour-of-the-cape-hatteras-lighthouse.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/orv-access-mileage-for-july-10-2008.htm Thu, 10 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST **** All mileages are approximate**** https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/orv-access-mileage-for-july-10-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-july-3-2008.htm Wed, 02 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST The mileages, distances and descriptions in this report are approximate and reflect the best information available at the time the report is prepared. The marked boundaries found in the field are the actual, legal boundaries of the closed areas and supersede any information in this report. Park visitors MUST pay close attention to and comply with resource protection area boundaries as found in the field. All resource protection areas are clearly marked with carsonite posts, signs, string, wooden poles or other markers.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-july-3-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-update-for-june-27-2008.htm Sun, 29 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST On Friday, June 27, 2008, a resource protection area 1.2 south of Ramp 55 was removed after no American Oystercatcher breeding activity had been observed in two weeks. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-update-for-june-27-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-june-26-2008.htm Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST News on the “water boundary” issue: We frequently hear the question – “Can I walk in the water around a full beach closure to access those stretches of beach that are open beyond the closure (with restricted access)?” According to the DOI Solicitor’s Office, from a legal point of view, the NPS jurisdictional boundary on the ocean shoreline, in most cases, is the mean low water mark. However, “on the ground” in the field, when it is NOT low tide, it is not clear how the public, (or the rangers who enforce the regulations for that matter) can determine the exact location of mean low tide at that precise time. For all practical purposes, unless otherwise posted*, passage by a resource closure is permitted if the closure is small enough in length for a person to see the opposite posted boundary (less than a half mile) and if one is able to walk at least knee deep in the low tide (surf) zone the entire distance and re-enter into an open area.  https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-june-26-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vandalism-of-shorebird-closure-fencing.htm Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/vandalism-of-shorebird-closure-fencing.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-coquina-beach-lifeguards-on-duty.htm Mon, 23 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST Lifeguards are on duty at Coquina Beach (Nags Head), as well as Lighthouse Beach (Buxton) and Ocracoke Day Use Area from 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. seven days a week through Labor Day. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-coquina-beach-lifeguards-on-duty.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-june-19-2008.htm Wed, 18 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST Comments on whether to streamline the Beach Access Report or “leave as is” were equally divided; 50 percent wanted it simplified showing only what is open and what is closed; 50 percent stated they wanted the report kept in its entirety to preserve the historical data of what opened and closed and when. These completely different views are very indicative of the ORV issue at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. We’ll take your comments into consideration. The format will stay the same this week. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/national-park-service-beach-access-report-for-june-19-2008.htm https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-temporary-fire-ban-on-seashore-beaches.htm Wed, 18 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST Superintendent Michael Murray announced today that Cape Hatteras National Seashore will comply with the temporary fire ban on all open burning in Hyde County and unincorporated areas of Dare County. https://www.nps.gov/caha/learn/news/nps-temporary-fire-ban-on-seashore-beaches.htm