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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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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The Outer Banks’ unique geography and ecology make it a year-round destination for birds and birders –one of the tops in North American with 427 species recorded! OBX is the southern terminus for…
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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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When I had the opportunity to visit the Outer Banks for a long weekend in the fall with a group of writer colleagues, I was so excited to explore a brand-new area and meet up with old friends, and…
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North Carolina, and the Outer Banks specifically, are recognized for their achievements in flight. But North Carolina has also earned its reputation as The Great Trails State after the approval of the…
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Our national parks protect much of what we love most about being here. The diverse stories our parks preserve have shaped our local community, nation and world. From the Carolina Algonquian peoples…
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We can all agree that the Outer Banks has a strong reputation for amazing natural beaches, but there’s a whole other world waiting in the woods and wetlands that line the barrier islands for 100…
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As man-made development creeps further into our wild areas it becomes even more important to protect nature and wildlife from man’s encroachment before it’s too late. Coastal ecosystems are important…
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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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