Author: dawn@hiddenouterbanks.com

ocracoke alive revives island art programs in school

Ocracoke Alive, the folks behind the Ocrafolk Festival, is not allowing state cutbacks in education funding to deprive the Island’s students of an art education. Take a look at their ambitious plan and get involved!   Ocracoke Alive asks supporters to give the gift of ART to Island students this holiday season Recent recent cutbacks in state… Continue reading ocracoke alive revives island art programs in school

the forces that formed the outer banks

Jockey's Ridge, the highest sand dune on the East coast. Photo Jockey's Ridge State Park

We think this description of the forces that have formed these barrier island makes for an excellent read. The article by Jared Lloyd writing for the Coastal Review Online takes readers on a fascinating journey along the Outer Banks. “I am hunting down a ghost story. I am making my way north of the last outpost… Continue reading the forces that formed the outer banks

outer banks event site taking shape

After hosting a number of successful outdoor events, including the Outer Banks Seafood Festival, plans to upgrade the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau’s event site in Nags Head is taking shape. Rob Morris writing for the Outer Banks Voice takes a look at the plans and history for the site. “Dump trucks and heavy machinery are starting… Continue reading outer banks event site taking shape

the candy bomber brings more than candy

The story of the Candy Bomber is a wonderful tale of a simple act of human kindness having a lasting impact. Perfect for the holiday season, this story by Kip Tabb over on the North Beach Sun shares the history of an amazing man who wasn’t afraid to do the right thing. “The Candy Bomber came back again… Continue reading the candy bomber brings more than candy

mid-currituck bridge news = the good + the bad

Rendering of the Mid-Currituck Bridge. NCDOT. Once again in the news.

The news is out that the Mid-Currituck Bridge (MCB) is back on track, which for long-suffering OBX vacationers has got to be considered GREAT news, but summertime visitors who get stuck in traffic aren’t the only ones taking note. Residents of lower Currituck County, who are trapped on either side of Caratoke Highway for hours on end every summer… Continue reading mid-currituck bridge news = the good + the bad

christmas in corolla? of course!

Who needs snow? There are a lot of great reasons to visit the Outer Banks during the holidays. The folks at Currituck County Travel & Tourism have come up with six great reasons to spend some holiday time in Corolla. “The number one selling song of all time is Bing Crosby’s “White Christmas” – and… Continue reading christmas in corolla? of course!

obx christmas comes alive at poulos house

The OBX is best known for its summer beauty, blue skies and bluer ocean. But folks around here know how make the holidays look good, too. For 45 years the Poulos family has been charming Outer Banks visitors and residents with their spectacular Christmas lights. A wonderful way to get in the holiday spirit, this… Continue reading obx christmas comes alive at poulos house

obx beachcomber museum = hidden treasure

The Outer Banks Beachcomber Museum in Nags Head is opening for it’s 12th ANNUAL CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE! The Museum will be open Saturday, December 20, 2014 ~ 9 AM ~ 4 PM , and admission is free. This is the last date the museum will be open this year, so grab your family and friends and treat yourself! Inside is one of the most… Continue reading obx beachcomber museum = hidden treasure

short-term solutions elusive for obx traffic woes

Presenting to a packed room, eastern North Carolina elected officials and representatives for NCDOT grappled with how to improve summertime traffic as it enters the Outer Banks. This article from Russ Lay of the Outer Banks Voice outlines how elusive the answers are proving to be.   “Alternate routes, earlier separation of Duck- and Corolla-bound… Continue reading short-term solutions elusive for obx traffic woes