This is the second in a series of informational articles concerning the Carova Beach Road Service District (CBRSD). You’ll remember (from the first article) upon creation of the CBRSD, it was determined economically feasible to provide services without an annual tax levy and to utilize Occupancy Tax revenue as the source of funding. However, in May 2019 the Currituck County Board of Commissioners (BoC) proposed and approved: 1. Creation of the Carova Beach Watershed Improvem

On October 2, Commissioners Tony Angell and Janet Rose accepted NBPA’s invitation to visit the North Beach (4x4), joined by Jennie Turner, Director of Planning & Inspections. Key topics of discussion included: Managed access The current condition of Laughing Gull Additional enforcement from Memorial Day through Labor Day County support for the Summer Beach Ambassador and Education Programs Flooding behind the dunes during rain events A roundtable discussion with horse tour co

A year ago, several community working groups came together to explore some of the challenges and opportunities facing the North Beach. Each group had a different focus, from education and safety to technology, access, and long-term planning. One year later, some of those early discussions have turned into programs and initiatives, while other efforts are still taking shape. Here’s a look at what’s been accomplished and where things stand today. Committees & Objectives Educati

This rare beach experience with no paved roads and no commercial development makes it an appealing place to visit. During the busy summer months of June through August, thousands of visitors enjoy this stretch of shoreline each week. The North Beach Preservation Alliance (NBPA) welcomes you and asks for your help in preserving this fragile environment by following these essential tips for safely and respectfully experiencing

We heard some important tips from local Sheriff Mike Corbell and Twiddy Ambassador Edward Ponton, a longtime local resident, during our Beach Ambassador training. When asked what they see most often, both emphasized the need for patience, as many visitors may be using four-wheel drive for the first time. They also shared some practical advice that we hope will help anyone planning a beach visit. Know Before You Go! How not to get stuck on the 4x4 beaches of Corolla. One of t

We get this question a lot. While most beaches are staffed with visible lifeguards, what makes the Northern Outer Banks beach special in its seclusion also places more responsibility on beachgoers to ensure their own safety. That said, Corolla Beach Rescue does actively patrol the North Beach during the summer season and responds to emergencies year-round through the 911 system. We asked Matt Hewes, Chief Information Officer, Corolla Beach Rescue to share how their team prote

The condition of our sand roads, whether related to access, drifting sand, flooding or bone-rattling washboarding, always leads to passionate discussion. This is the first in a series of articles about the Carova Beach Road Service District (CBRSD)—how it began, how it has evolved, and how road maintenance decisions are made today. To better understand how road maintenance is managed today, it helps to look back at how the district was originally formed. On September 9, 200

On Saturday, February 14th North Beach community members along with a few friends from Twiddy came together to clear cut brush removed from our Trim-A-Tree road safety initiative. Thanks to all our volunteers who came out on a cold Valentine’s Day morning to clear brush along Ocean Pearl. This first community clean-up focused on improving visibility at intersections and along the roadway. By trimming back brush we can increase visibility on the roads providing safer condit

In the coming months, NBPA will be working together with the following committees formed in November as a result of the focus group on beach access. Committee leadership represents a cross-section of 4x4 organizations, with a heavy focus on NBPA's committment to Education that has the opportunity to make an impactful difference as early as this summer.