Ocracoke will participate in the National “Hands Off” protest march starting at the Island Inn Commons at noon on Saturday, April 5.
The event is to protest what you would like the Administration to take their “HANDS OFF” of by creating your own sign or flag and march for democracy, said islander Mickey Baker, Ocracoke Democrat Precinct Chair.
“I’d like everyone to carry a sign,” she said. “The Cape Hatteras National Seashore, including Ocracoke Island, is managed by the National Park Service. We say “HANDS OFF” of our NPS Campground, our Lifeguard Beach, our access to South Point and general safety, both for tourists and wildlife that the Park Rangers supply.
“All are a concern for our local community. Our Social Security recipients and our school.”
Golf carts welcome behind marchers.
A core principle behind all “Hands Off! Events is a commitment to nonviolent action, according to information on the www.handsoff2025.com website.