A Guide to Beach Driving on OBX 🛻

✅ Year-Round Beach Driving:
* Cape Hatteras National Seashore: Open all year with an ORV permit. Includes areas like Rodanthe, Salvo, Avon, Buxton, Frisco, Hatteras, and Ocracoke .
* Corolla/Carova (Currituck County): 4WD access is allowed year-round. However, from the last Saturday in April through the first Saturday in October, a $50 parking permit is required.

🚫 Seasonal Closures (May 1 – September 30):
* Nags Head & Kill Devil Hills: Beach driving is off-limits during these dates. Permits are valid from October 1 to April 30.
 
📝 Permit Tips:
* Permits are available online or at visitor centers.
* Corolla/Carova: Parking permits are limited to 300 per week during the season, so plan ahead .
 
🦺 Safety Reminders:
* Always carry a shovel, jack, and low-pressure tire gauge.
* Stay within designated driving lanes, especially during the summer months.
* Be mindful of pedestrians, wildlife, and especially the wild horses in Carova.
 
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Fishing this good and it's only Tuesday!

Wheeew... this week is off to a good start!

Big Schools of Drum all over the place, Tuna & Mahi offshore, Sheepshead, Citation Bluefish, King Macs and Turkeys.

There were a few reports of some small trout caught at little bridge. Trout and Blues caught on Jenettes Pier.

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Ahoy, mates! Climb aboard with Thurston Howell Band - A Premier Yacht Rock Spectacular!

Set sail on a smooth, nostalgic cruise through the soft rock hits of the ’70s and ’80s — from Toto and Michael McDonald to Hall & Oates and Steely Dan. Led by Captain J.P. “Silky” Lents and his all-star crew, Thurston Howell delivers soaring vocals, lush harmonies, and grooves that’ll keep you swaying all night long.

Whether it’s a festival, private party, or high-seas soirée — you can’t fake smooth.

Tickets Thurston Howell: Your Premiere Yacht Rock Spectacular🛥️
Saturday, August 30, 2025
Outer Banks Brewing Station – Kill Devil Hills, NC
🕘 Doors: 9PM | 🎶 Show: 10:30PM
🎟️ $20 adv / $25 day of show
Tickets ➡ https://www.obbrewing.com/event/thurston-howell-your-premiere-yacht-rock...

Well, look at us! We are delighted to be included in Outer Banks This Week 's Spring 2025 Issue, out now!

This informative and fun piece, written by Leah Wingenroth, offers insight on the history and growth of the banker horses, the Corolla Wild Horse Fund, and includes a great interview by W.H.A.T. General Manager, Pete Cole. "Our experienced tour guides are here to educate the public about the horses and provide a safe and respectful way to navigate the 4x4 area and view the horses, " and he adds, "It's important to educate the public and recognize the people in the area who are keeping the horses safe and ensuring that they can be here long-term."

Look for your copy today or visit www.OuterBanksThisWeek.com!