Now that the Outer Banks weather is finally improving, it’s time to get outside and enjoy the scenery. It would be hard to find a prettier place to enjoy the outdoors than Roanoke Island and Manteo. Nancy Proctor at Outer Banks CommonGood does a great job of outlining what to expect on a special tour… Continue reading see the best of roanoke island on may 10th!
Category: the COLLECTIVE
meg rubino: joyful outer banks artist
Meg Rubino is one of the most talented artists on the Outer Banks. Her paintings of the small everyday things of local life are filled with color and joy. Calling attention to her work, this article from OBXsurfinfo.com includes a wonderful gallery of her work. “Meg Rubino lives in Kitty Hawk with her… Continue reading meg rubino: joyful outer banks artist
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
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
epic crash video = epic fun!
Professional kiteboarder Dimitri Maramenides publishes some of the best kiteboarding footage we’ve ever seen. Owner of EPIC Kites, Dimitri is seemingly unafraid of anything and has a habit of hitting the water with a GoPro camera strapped to himself, his kite or board. The result is often breathtaking and gasp-inducing, and affords a view of the… Continue reading epic crash video = epic fun!
the (almost) forgotten history of the outer banks
From the earliest European explorations to modern times, the Outer Banks have been in the middle of the history of this country. This post from Ryan Thibodeau at Carolina Designs takes a look at some of the almost forgotten nuggets of local history from the Civil War to the end of segregated education. “It may… Continue reading the (almost) forgotten history of the outer banks
mollie fearing art show call for entries from dcac
Mollie Fearing was one of the founding members of the Dare County Arts Council. The Mollie Fearing Memorial Art Show is is part of her legacy and an extraordinary tribute to her love of art and community. This press release from the Arts Council gives complete details. Exhibition Dates are May 4–31 with an awards ceremony… Continue reading mollie fearing art show call for entries from dcac
red dawn designs at blue moon beach grill
Dawn Gray Moraga is making a well-deserved name for herself as one of the most talented artists on the Outer Banks and her art can be seen at Blue Moon Beach Grill in Nags Head. Great food and great art–a winning combination. “Blue Moon Beach Grill is proud to present our first Artist Exclusive, Mrs.… Continue reading red dawn designs at blue moon beach grill
fit to be wild + swordfish sportsfishing = obx fun!
The gents over at Swordfish Sportsfishing are serving up some serious fun with the Fit to be Wild girls Amy France and Cara Christensen, with a generous portion of national exposure for the OBX on the side. Here’s a great video highlighting some of what you’ll see when this episode of Fit to be Wild… Continue reading fit to be wild + swordfish sportsfishing = obx fun!