theatre of dare wraps up 23rd season

The Theatre of Dare is community theatre at its best. Productions include preteens, high school students and seasoned actors–and somehow it all works, and works well. Rob Morris writing in the Outer Banks Voice calls attention to the last production of the theatre groups 23rd year. “The Theatre of Dare will close its 23rd season… Continue reading theatre of dare wraps up 23rd season

the vacation home that wasn’t

Vacation homes on the Outer Banks.

It’s rare but it does happen that Outer Banks vacationers get scammed by fake information on rental homes. This story from Brian Farrell of 13NEWS WVEC, Norfolk, gives some great tips for vacationers to avoid the scams. “Before the rush of the major tourist season begins, police encourage visitors to make sure the people who rent… Continue reading the vacation home that wasn’t

exciting interactive activities at jennette’s pier

Extending 1000 feet  into the Atlantic Ocean,  Jennette’s Pier is the perfect place to learn about the history and environment of the Outer Banks. With their new interactive displays, history comes alive at the touch of a screen that provides the latest data on the USS Monitor, a Civil War era ironclad resting on the seabed… Continue reading exciting interactive activities at jennette’s pier

surprising findings in obxer’s views on environment

ECU Associate Professor of Anthropology, Dr. Christine Avenarius’s study of Dare County attitudes toward environmental issues and beach nourishment reveal surprisingly nuanced views. Matt Walker had a chance to interview her at length about her findings and published what she had to say in the Spring issue, 3.1 of the Outer Banks Milepost, on the streets… Continue reading surprising findings in obxer’s views on environment

outer banks honor for first men to map the area

Before the first roads criss-crossed the Outer Banks, before the first navigation chart of the Graveyard of the Atlantic could be created, the area had to be mapped. Writing for the Island Free Press, Catherine Kozak tells the story of the first survey team and how that remarkable legacy is being remembered. “At the gateway… Continue reading outer banks honor for first men to map the area

first flight foundation brings wright glider to raleigh

The Wright brothers are world renowned for taking to the air and proving powered flight was possible and practical. But their December 17, 1903 flight would never have happened without the gliders they constructed to prove their theories. Writing for the Outer Banks Voice, Michelle Wagner penned this great piece about replacing the Wright Brother’s glider at… Continue reading first flight foundation brings wright glider to raleigh

capt. ernie foster: icon of sport fishing

The charter boat fleet is a big part of the Outer Banks experience and if there is a first family of the fleet, Captain Ernie Foster would be its elder statesman. In his article for Our State Magazine about Captain Foster, Michael Graff explores the history of charter fishing in North Carolina, examines its future and asks… Continue reading capt. ernie foster: icon of sport fishing

miniature art show at seaside gallery in may

Seaside Art Gallery on the beach road in Nags Head has a well deserved reputation for featuring unique and fine art. In May the gallery will be one of 21 recognized International Miniature Art Shows in the nation featuring some of the finest miniature art artists. This press release from PRURGENT gives the details. “The “Minis”… Continue reading miniature art show at seaside gallery in may

the fresh market opens in nags head!

The Fresh Market offers a different kind of shopping experience for Outer Banks visitors and residents. Focused on gourmet foods and the shopping experience, it’s a welcome addition to the local food provision scene. The North Beach Sun‘s Kip Tabb was there for the grand opening.   “If you are The Fresh Market and your… Continue reading the fresh market opens in nags head!

comedian heywood banks performs for lost colony

Comedian Heywood Banks.

It will be a wild weekend when Heywood Banks brings his unique and off-beat brand of stand-up comedy to the Lost Colony‘s annual fundraiser on April 25th, and his public performance on the 26th . This press release from the Lost Colony gives a hint about what Banks is all about, but to truly appreciate… Continue reading comedian heywood banks performs for lost colony