Writing for VisitSouth.com, Amy Brayfield put together this brief guide to Outer Banks brewpubs and wineries. It’s short and to the point, but you’ll want to spend a little more time sampling the local fair. One great local brewmaster was overlooked, Paul Charron of the Full Moon Cafe and Brewery in Manteo. A Hidden Outer Banks tip: the food… Continue reading a toast to obx brewmasters
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there’s a better way to start your obx vacation
As this writer from the the Carroll County Times discovered, summertime traffic on the Outer Banks can bumper to bumper on the weekends. After trying a couple of strategies, this family discovered a way to skip the traffic jam by planning ahead: book a fun activity online, get to the Outer Banks early in the morning, and then enjoy… Continue reading there’s a better way to start your obx vacation
a cat, the refuge and the will to live
Here’s a different story about a feral cat that was nursed back to health by the folks at Pea Island Art Gallery in Salvo and how Squirt is helping Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge. As told by Madeline Scribes in her blog, this is a nice heart-warming story. “I was excited today to take a trip down… Continue reading a cat, the refuge and the will to live
messages of hope in a little red box
Hope, the most sustaining of all human emotions, is often found in the most unlikely of places. This wonderfully crafted article by Michelle Wagner, writing for Coast Magazine, tells the story of Sue Goodrich and her red mailbox of hope. “As you climb the wooden steps of the Glenmere public beach access in Kill Devil… Continue reading messages of hope in a little red box
outer banks national scenic byway in the new york times
It’s always good to see the national press taking note of the beauty of the Outer Banks and the recreational opportunities available. Dianne Daniel, writing for the New York Times, gives a nice overview of some of the things to along the Outer Banks National Scenic Byway. “Four new driving trails link cultural and natural heritage… Continue reading outer banks national scenic byway in the new york times
mustang music’s back to school bash on august 17th!
As the Mustang Music Festivals have grown, Mike Dianna, the founder and guiding force behind the twice a year events, has wanted to do more to give back to the community. He has always donated a portion of the proceeds to the Corolla Wild Horse Fund and now, with the Mustang Outreach Program, his belief that the… Continue reading mustang music’s back to school bash on august 17th!
bonner bridge passes appeals test but confusion remains
A federal Court of Appeals agrees with much of US District Judge Louse Flanagan’s rejection of the Southern Environmental Law Center’s suit to halt construction of a replacement for the Bonner Bridge over Oregon Inlet. However, a key finding in Flanagan’s findings is being questioned by the Appeals Court and the judge has been asked to reexamine her findings.… Continue reading bonner bridge passes appeals test but confusion remains
surfing as healing: farmdog surf school + cancer survivors
Teaming up with First Descents, a Colorado based nonprofit that works with cancer survivors to master physical challenges, Outer Banks own Farmdog Surf School has been teaching survivors how to surf. This heartwarming story by Alison Johnson writing for The Health Journal celebrates the amazing work that these two organizations are doing, and is a great read. “At first, Robert “Farmdog”… Continue reading surfing as healing: farmdog surf school + cancer survivors
basnight receives lifetime achievement award
The North Carolina Coastal Federation Pelican Award is given every year to “…recognize the effective work of people, businesses, non-profit groups, local and state governments and educators to improve environmental quality on the N.C. coast.” In awarding its 2014 Lifetime Achievement Award to Senator Basnight of Dare County, the Coastal Federation wrote, “His proud accomplishments… Continue reading basnight receives lifetime achievement award
hurricane bertha: a well-behaved lady
If there is such a thing as a well-behaved tropical system, little Miss Hurricane Bertha would certainly head to the front of the class. The forecast tracks have narrowed the focus of the trajectory well offshore, neatly dividing the 650 miles between the Outer Banks and Bermuda with no landfall projected. A hurricane passing a few… Continue reading hurricane bertha: a well-behaved lady