If you’ve ever spent any time down on Hatteras or Ocracoke Islands you’ve probably heard the brogue spoken the natives islanders. Not southern at all, I think it’s like Irish with a bit of Limey thrown in. Whatever it is, it’s pretty fascinating, and so is this video created by the North Carolina Language and Life… Continue reading hoi toide on the soundside: outer banks english
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try this cabin fever reliever!
Seems like the whole country has been cooped up in their homes for a couple of days due to the cold weather, the OBX included! No need to go stir crazy though, this short film by local Doug Douglas has the cure!
north beach sun winter events calendar
Outer Banks locals know that the weather off-season may be chilly, but there is no shortage of heartwarming events and fundraisers to keep us all busy. The North Beach Sun puts together a great calendar that will help you keep up with all of the off-season fun. [box type=”bio”] Check out the growing list of events in their… Continue reading north beach sun winter events calendar
visit the outer banks!
This gem of a video was created by our Outer Banks Visitors Bureau. It’s a delightful sampling of many things we love about the Outer Banks. From sea to sound, we enjoy wondrous variety! The official video was shot in 16mm film, showcasing our wonderful beaches, vast barrier island landscapes and historic sites such as Cape… Continue reading visit the outer banks!
wanchese fishermen roll with the changes
Wanchese is a fishing village that has withstood the test of time. In Susan West’s article ,”The Will of Wanchese”, in The Working Waterfront (published by The Island Institute), she introduces us to the men who’ve been fishing local waters for generations. “Willie R. Etheridge opened the first fish house in Wanchese in 1936. Etheridge’s grandchildren and great-grandchildren… Continue reading wanchese fishermen roll with the changes
outer banks visons: blues traveler at roanoke island festival park
Blues Traveler rocked the stage at Roanoke Island Festival Part last month, along with the Pat McGee Band and locals Matt McGuire & The Wilders. This great video by The Outer Banks Voice’s Outer Banks Visions makes it feel like you were there! https://vimeo.com/71431106 “More than 2,000 people – a full house – turned out.… Continue reading outer banks visons: blues traveler at roanoke island festival park
obx aerials | bryan harvey films
Lovely short aerial film by Bryan Harvey Films. Enjoy a glimpse of the sweetness the OBX offers up daily.