30-05-2025
Cape Lookout offers free wild horse program, spots limited
HARKERS ISLAND, N.C. (WNCT) — Cape Lookout National Seashore announce the 2025 Horse Sense and Survival tour schedule starting Saturday, June 21.
The first trip will take place on Saturday, June 21 departing from the Island Express Ferry Service depot in Beaufort, NC at 8:30 A.M. (EDT). Participants will meet at the ferry depot at 8:15 A.M. and return by 12:30 P.M. (EDT).
Led by Resource Manager, Dr. Sue Stuska who has intimate knowledge of the horses makes for an exciting and enlightening glimpse into the relationships, behavior, and survival of these wild animals.
'This is an excellent opportunity for visitors to witness and begin to understand the wild horses,' Superintendent Jeff West said. 'The Shackleford horses are truly a unique aspect of what makes Cape Lookout National Seashore a special place.'
The program is free, but space is limited to twenty participants. Reservations are required and can be made at CALO Wild Horse Reservations. The ferry is $24 for adults & $17 for children (ages 3 – 11).
Upon making your reservation for the program with the park, Reserve your ferry ticket(s) or by calling (252) 728-7433.
For reservations and to ask individual questions, call the park at 252-728-2250, ext. 0. For moreinformation, including meeting places, times, and ferry costs, see
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