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An aerial shot of beach-front rental homes situated on the coast of the Outer Banks in North Carolina.

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Denine Phillips

Denine Phillips is a retired technical writer with many published works. Ms. Phillips is also the author of two books, Don’t Give Up on That Dog, a popular photo journal that chronicles the many lessons learned while raising a German Shepherd Dog, and Through the Magic Shed, A Grand Adventure Lies Ahead, an educational, read-aloud book that transports youngsters to 10 of America’s most iconic landmarks. Write to her at denine.phillips@charter.net.

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Fritz Boyden Memorial Youth Fishing Tournament

By Denine Phillips on Jun. 17, 2024

Last October, I participated in the 71 st Annual Nags Head Surf Fishing Club’s (NHSFC) Invitational Tournament, alongside club president Dave Masters. During those wild two days of competitive fishing…

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History Runs Deep | Nags Head Surf Fishing Club Invitational Tournament

By Denine Phillips on Oct. 16, 2023

Just over a week ago, I received a text message that read: “ Do you want to fish next week’s tournament with the Sandbar Anglers? The dates are October 4 – 6. We fish Thursday and Friday .” Without…

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Getting Hooked on Surf Fishing on the Outer Banks

By Denine Phillips on Feb. 28, 2023

When my husband John and I retired to the Outer Banks of North Carolina, something unexpected happened. I became hooked on surf fishing. Whether casting into crashing waves or calm waters, the…

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