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Voices of the People
Hear Dr. Mike Berry, an environmental scientist and others
talk about the damaging consent decree beach closures
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Anne Bowers
This active OBPA member & owner of Indian Town Gallery talks about why the Cape Hatteras National Seashore Recreational Area is unique
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Fox News interviews John Couch, Hatteras Island business owner & OBPA President on the economic harm caused by beach closures.
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Kim Mosher - this well known artist talks about the video "Piping Mad" which tells how people's lives are being ruined by the beach closures
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Matt Walker
The Senior Editor of Surfing Magazine explains why beach access is vital for everyone and why true conservation depends on open access
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John Couch
President,
Outer Banks Preservation Association (OBPA)
outlines the history of beach access and its impact on tourism
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Natalie Perry Kavanagh
This concerned mother talks about the uncertainty and worry
that
people have about the hope of beach access for future generations
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Larry Hardham
Listen to the President of the Cape Hatteras
Anglers Club
explain the need for science based bird and turtle protection
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Allen Burrus
This Hatteras Island businessman & Dare County Commissioner expresses the frustration that many are experiencing
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Frank Folb
The owner of Frank & Frans, The Fisherman's Friend in Avon
describes how the unprecedented beach closures are hurting people
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Kim Mosher & Kevin McCabe
Kim is an artist and Kevin is a surfer and fisherman. This dedicated couple works to preserve beach access and tells what it means to them
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John Bone
The President of the Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce talks about the importance of Hatteras Island to economy of the entire Outer Banks
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Ernie Foster
Hear this longtime Hatteras Island Waterman and Conservationist explain how fishermen have lived in harmony with nature
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Carol Dillon
Talks about being "Taffy of Torpedo Junction" and remembers the promises of beach access that were made by the National Park Service
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Bob Eakes
The owner of the Red Drum Tackle Shop describes the anquish and heartbreak that people have suffered because of the consent decree
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Bill Neal
This disabled veteran and beach enthusiast explains why access is such a crucial issue for those with physical disabilities and their families
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Michael Peele
Hear this commercial fisherman talk about a way of life that is steadily declining because of broken promises concerning access to the beach
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Jaki Gray
As owner of the Tower Circle Motel, she describes firsthand the tremendous havoc that has been caused by the consent decree
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Garry Oliver
Listen to the owner of the Outer Banks Fishing Pier explain the need for keeping the beaches open and maintaining the tradition of beach access
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Don Bowers
This professional photographer talks about the devastation caused by the special interest groups and the need for everyone to get involved
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Steve Hissey
The Manager of Teach's Lair Marina & The Roost says we cannot afford to have unproductive blanket closures of Cape Hatteras beaches
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Joe Thompson
Beach closures have been a "kick in the gut to the local economy" according to this Chamber Council Member & Owner of Spa Koru
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Rob Alderman
The owner of Outer Banks Angler expresses concern for the future and says the consent decree closures have been "a tough pill to swallow"
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Danny Couch
The history, heritage and culture of the beach access issue for Cape Hatteras is described by the operator of Hatteras Tours
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Danny Couch
The history, heritage and culture of the beach access issue for Cape Hatteras is described by the operator of Hatteras Tours
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Danny Couch
The history, heritage and culture of the beach access issue for Cape Hatteras is described by the operator of Hatteras Tours
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Jim Danges
While fishing on the beach, this surf fisherman and business owner talked about how the consent decree has caused people to suffer
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Buddy Swain
This longtime resident remembers the past and the historical importance of beach access as a means of transportation and recreational access
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Ryan Dawson
Talks about growing up on Hatteras Island and how beach closures have "completely tanked the economy" and our recreational heritage
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Bobby Hilliard
This commercial & recreational fisherman talks about the need to keep "Recreational Area" in the name of America's first national seashore
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Oliver Page
Ocean Kite Surfers depend on beach access to enjoy their growing sport and bring dollars to the local economy
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