Fun & Tasty Things to Do in the Outer Banks, NC for the Whole Family
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Category: History & Heritage
Getting Hooked on Surf Fishing on the Outer Banks
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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Historical Firsts on the Line of Freedom in Manteo, North Carolina
The Manteo Historic Walking Tour left a lasting impression on me during a visit to the Outer Banks in the fall. Retired police chief Francis D’Ambra made the area’s remarkable history come alive…
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Veteran Volunteers Help Locals and Visitors Land the Perfect Catch in Nags Head
The fishing experience on Jennette’s Pier in Nags Head is more than just about catching a fish. It’s about learning about local marine life and the conservation efforts of the North Carolina Aquarium…
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Comparing 'Outer Banks' Netflix Show to the Real OBX
Season 3 has been announced for Netflix's show Outer Banks for February 23, 2023! In case you hadn’t heard, the new “Outer Banks ” Netflix show, based on actual east coast barrier islands, has…
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Mindful Travel | Ways to Connect with the People and Culture of the Outer Banks
Retired chief of police Francis D'Ambra has his own theory about the fate of the Lost Colony that vanished on Roanoke Island 400 years ago, but he's coy about revealing it. He's given the cold case…
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First in Freedom | A Culture of Diversity on the Outer Banks
The African American Experience of Northeast North Carolina (AAENENC) officially launched Juneteenth (June 19) encouraging a deeper understanding and recognition for the contributions of the Black…
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Mysteries of the Outer Banks of North Carolina
Barrier islands line the North Carolina coast from Currituck to Bogue Banks. Dare County's official Outer Banks, or OBX, runs from Duck to Hatteras Village and includes Roanoke Island, Wanchese and…
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Step Back in Time on the OBX - A Coast Guard History Visit
With its two stations and five outbuildings, Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station (pronounced chi-ka-ma-COM-i-co) is the most complete site of all remaining life-saving stations in North Carolina and one…
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5 Surprising Ways OBX Celebrates Diversity
When I’m choosing a new destination, diversity is always top of mind. As a Puerto Rican female, I want to feel safe and welcomed by my surroundings. Prior to my Outer Banks trip, I had a great…
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