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Listed below are ways you can stay informed about beach access in the Cape Hatteras National Seashore Recreational Area.

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Latest News, Updates and Op-Ed Articles

Help get ready for release of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS)

Ramp conditions for Thanksgiving weekend reported by NPS

Superintendent Mike Murrary expects DEIS release late December or early January

WRAL-TV interviews Commissioner Warren Judge about beach access

Senator Marc Basnight sends a letter to Washington, D.C. in support of beach access

Draft Environmental Impact Statement expected late this fall from the National Park Servicel

Newsletter update, Nov 5, 2009 with Senator Marc Basnight's letter & update on DEIS

Letter to the Editor by Warren Judge correcting a misleading newspaper editorial

Special Report - 2009 results for turtles and birds under the consent decree

Special Report - Beach access parking is extremely limited, learn why

Special Report - Controversial predator program traps and kills hundreds of mammals

Preserve Beach Access Newsletter with special reports for October 10

National Award for Dare County Preserve Beach Access Website

Preserve Beach Access at "Bike the Light" on October 3rd in Buxton

National Park Service begins ramp improvement project

Consent decree scores a failing grade

Senator Richard Burr introduces U.S. Senate Bill S.1557

Senator Kay Hagan co-sponsores U.S.Senate Bill S.1557

Congressman Walter Jones introduces H.R 718

Rally for beach access on Sunday, Sept 6 at the Fessenden Center in Buxton, NC

Failing grade for the consent decree

All ramps closed at 6:00pm, August 21, 2009 for expected heavy surf conditions

Vandalism reported again at Ramp 23

Violations at Ramp 23 cause expanded closures

Newsletter Update, August 15, 2009 with analysis of the consent decree

Consent Decree Scores a Failing Grade

Poem by Johnnie Baum expressing a unique perspective about beach access

Mark your calendar for Sunday, Sept 6 - Special event at Fessenden Center in Buxton, NC

Newsletter, August 8, 2009 bi-partisan support received this week for beach access

Action Alert - visit your Congressional Representatives now

Senator Kay Hagan cosponsors S.1557 giving bi-partisan support for beach access

Senator Burr reintroduces legislation to reinstate the Interim Management Strategy

Cape Point east side reopens for ORV access & Vandalism incident in Rodanthe area

Newsletter with comments by Warren Judge and hearing for Park Service Director nominee

Confirmation hearing for the new National Park Service Director scheduled for July 28, 2009

Chairman Warren Judge relates beach access struggle to anniversary of walk on the moon

Special report from Larry Hardham on beach closures for sea turtles, July 18, 2009

Preserve Beach Access now on FACEBOOK, Newsletter with details, July 18, 2009

Pedestrian access open to Cape Point, National Park Service Press Release, July 17, 2009

Press Release from the Outer Banks Preservation Association (OBPA) - website updates

Newsletter from the Dare County Campaign to Preserve Beach Access, July 11, 2009

Newsletter from the Dare County Campaign to Preserve Beach Access, July 4, 2009

Press Release: July 4th Holiday & Our Freedom Is Still At Risk

Crime Line Number for two acts of vandalism which expanded closures at Ramps 23 & 27

Op-Ed by Jack Shea in support of beach access, as published in the Washington Times

Newsletter from the Dare County Campaign to Preserve Beach Access, Jun 27, 2009

Newsletter from the Dare County Campaign to Preserve Beach Access, Jun 20, 2009

Op-Ed by Jack Shea published in the Progress-Index newspaper in Petersburg, Virginia

Hatteras Island residents comment at Dare County Board of Commissioner meeting

Three modifications made to Consent Decree at Stipulation Hearing

Op-Ed Article, "To Those Who Would Close Our Beaches," by Jack Shea

Consent Decree has Stipulation Hearing Scheduled for June 2, 2009

National Park Service Announces Closure of Popular Cape Point Area

Dare County Objects to Expanded Vandalism Closures

National Park Service Discovers Two New Acts of Vandalism, Expands Closures

National Park Service Expands Pre-nesting Closure Because of Vandalism

Federal Judge Convenes Special Hearing on Consent Decree

No Consensus Reached Regarding Beach Access ...

National Park Service makes 2009 Pre-nesting Closure Information Available to the Public

Legislation re-introduced by Congressman Walter B. Jones concerning the Cape Hatteras ...

Jimmy Buffett's recent getaway to the beaches of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore Recreational Area ...

 

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Archives of Op-Ed Articles

If Wildlife Could Speak, by Jack Shea

To Those Who Would Close Our Beaches, by Jack Shea

 

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Our Speakers Bureau

Informative speakers are available, at no charge, to discuss the importance of preserving beach access with your community group, civic organization or business. 

Our knowledgeable speakers will share their first-hand experience with the devastating impact restricting beach access has had on the local economy surrounding the Cape Hatteras National Seashore Recreational Area (CHNSRA).

Your group can learn the truth about beach access and discover practical ways to help Preserve Access to America’s Beaches.

For more information contact – Dorothy Toolan at 252-475-5903

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Press Inquiries

The grassroots campaign to Preserve Access to America’s Beaches welcomes press and media inquiries. 

We are open and accessible to representatives of local, regional and national media for broadcast television, cable, newspapers, magazines, radio, and internet news outlets.

Interviews can be arranged with knowledgeable, local newsmakers to provide accurate and truthful commentary about the important issue of beach access in the Cape Hatteras National Seashore Recreational Area (CHNSRA). 

Press inquires should be directed to Dorothy Toolan at 252-475-5903.

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Join Our Grass Roots Movement
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Let Congress Know
Regardless of where you live, your voice is powerful in preserving beach access.  That is why it is important to add your name now to our database.  When key legislative action becomes necessary, we will then be able to let you know who to contact, provide a sample letter and address.  Legislative issues can arise anytime and joining our database will keep you informed in a timely way.
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Tell Your Friends
Send an attractive, free E-Card to your friends featuring a beautiful photograph of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore Recreational Area (CHNSRA).  Your friends will enjoy receiving a special “Outer Banks Moment” while you show your support of open beach access.  Check back often because new photographs are frequently added to our free E-Card collection. Get started

Display Our Logo
Show your support for Preserving Access to America’s Beaches by adding our colorful logo to your personal or business website.  Displaying our logo is an effective way to show your website visitors that you care about beach access.  Easy to follow steps are outlined on this website.
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Your Business Can Help
Businesses in and near the Cape Hatteras National Seashore Recreational Area (CHNSRA) are vital in the on-going effort to educate visitors about the importance of open beach access.  Every type of business can help from gift shops to restaurants.  Learn more on this website how your business can become a partner with the grassroots campaign to Preserve Access to America’s Beaches.
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