To many, Bodie Island Lighthouse in South Nags Head is as beautiful and picturesque as any lighthouse anywhere. But the mystery of how to pronounce its name is a conundrum for the uninitiated. John Tennis, writing for the Bristol (VA) Herald Courier steps forward to solve the mystery. “Twice this year, I’ve gone lighthouse hopping… Continue reading solved! obx way to pronounce bodie
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hurricane arthur news, closures & reschedules on the obx
The forecast track of Hurricane Arthur took a jog to the west and everything changed for the OBX. Effective at 5 am this morning, Hatteras Island was under a mandatory evacuation order. The evacuation order does not effect any part of the Outer Banks north of Oregon Inlet. The evacuation of Hatteras seems a reasonable precaution. Every… Continue reading hurricane arthur news, closures & reschedules on the obx
full moon lighthouse climb at hatteras & bodie island
There’s a full moon coming and that means it’s time for a full moon lighthouse climb at Cape Hatteras and Bodie Island lighthouses. Writing for Outer Banks Common Good, Nancy Proctor gives the details on one of the more unique things to do on the Outer Banks. “Grab your flashlight and experience a lighthouse at night by… Continue reading full moon lighthouse climb at hatteras & bodie island