Seasonal programs at Cape Hatteras National Seashore begin
Seasonal educational programs at the Cape Hatteras National Seashore (CHNS) began on Sunday, April 24. These programs include special talks and presentations on unique aspects of the islands’ history, and all talks are free and open to the public.
The early-season program schedule for the coming weeks is listed below, and upcoming events can also be found online at the Cape Hatteras National Seashore’s website. Additional programs and classes will be added as the 2022 summer season progresses.
Bodie Island Lighthouse Climbing
- Dates: Wednesday-Saturday through early fall 2022. First climb at 9 a.m. and final climb at 5:40 p.m.
- Details: Climbing tickets can only be purchased on the day of intended climb. Tickets are on sale Wednesday-Saturday starting at 7 a.m. Purchase tickets at www.recreation.gov/ticket/252034/ticket/10087143.
Bodie Island Educational Programs
Lighting the way for 150 years – Bodie Island Lighthouse
- Dates: Wednesday and Thursday from 11-11:30 a.m. (April 24-May 27)
- Location: Meet on the back porch of the keeper’s quarters.
- Description: Discuss the details and history of this beautiful sentinel.
Shaping these barrier islands
- Dates: Wednesday and Thursday from 2:30-3p.m. (April 24-May 27)
- Location: Meet on the back porch of the keeper’s quarters.
- Description: Wars, hurricanes and ocean currents have all had impacts on the shores of Cape Hatteras. Join us to learn about some of these events and the changes they have made to these islands.
Hatteras Island Educational Programs
Lighting the way for over 150 years – Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
- Dates: Monday-Friday from 11-11:30 a.m. (April 24-May 27)
- Location: Meet at Hatteras Island Visitor Center Pavilion
- Description: Discuss the details and history of this beautiful sentinel and learn about current restoration efforts.
Shaping these barrier islands
- Dates: Monday-Friday from 2:30-3 p.m. (April 24-May 27)
- Location: Meet at Hatteras Island Visitor Center Pavilion
- Description: Wars, hurricanes and ocean currents have all had impacts on the shores of Cape Hatteras. Join us to learn about some of these events and the changes they have made to these islands.
Ocracoke Lighthouse
- The base of the Ocracoke Lighthouse is open for viewing Monday-Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. (April 24-May 27)
Ocracoke Island Educational Programs
Lighting the way for nearly 200 years – Ocracoke Lighthouse
- Dates: Tuesday and Thursday from 11-11:30 a.m. (April 24-May 27)
- Location: Meet on the grounds of the Ocracoke Lighthouse
- Description: Discuss the details and history of this beautiful sentinel.
Shaping these barrier islands
- Dates: Monday-Thursday from 2:30-3 p.m. (April 24-May 27)
- Location: Meet outside the Ocracoke Island Discovery Center
- Description: Wars, hurricanes and ocean currents have all had impacts on the shores of Cape Hatteras. Join us to learn about some of these events and the changes they have made to these islands.
