Outer Banks Preservation Association

The Outer Banks Preservation Association (OBPA) is a non-profit organization based in Buxton, NC, dedicated to advocating for beach access and the preservation of Cape Hatteras National Seashore Recreational Area. They work in cooperation with the National Park Service (NPS) to educate visitors about the importance of caring for the seashore and its natural resources. OBPA has implemented programs such as "Pack it in-Pack it out" to encourage visitors to keep the beach clean and has recently introduced the "Don't be a Clown-Air Down" campaign to address a long-standing issue of responsible driving on the beach.

In recent years, OBPA has been instrumental in promoting access improvements, such as the reopening of Cape Point to off-road vehicle (ORV) access and the absorption of Shelly Island into the Point, creating new fishing opportunities. However, temporary closures may occur due to the presence of protected bird species, like the least terns, which require buffer zones. OBPA highlights the benefits of changes in ORV rules and the Resource Management Plan, resulting from federal legislation passed in 2014, and continues to work towards further improvements in beach access and conservation efforts.

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