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Outer Banks Bucketlist for September

For locals, Labor Day signals the beginning of a slower paced, more enjoyable time on the Outer Banks. The weather is still fantastic and it’s less crowded. The next few months are considered by many as the best time of year to be here. Here are just a few Outer Banks bucketlist for September items to consider. Follow a Tropical Storm Mid-September is the peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season. Every year there are tropical storms that affect the Outer Banks. Most times, it’s just larger … Continue reading...

Outer Banks Bucketlist for June

June is a great time to be on the Outer Banks. Most years the summer weather arrives in the first week or two of the month. June has mostly good weather and the wind does not blow as hard as earlier and later in the year. It's also the kickoff for the busiest time of year. Just about all places where vacationers can stay are occupied for a large portion of the month. It's great to see these folks enjoying themselves! There are best times of year for different Outer Banks actiivities. Here … Continue reading...

Outer Banks Bucketlist for May

May is a great time to be on the Outer Banks. The air and water are warming up and there are more sunny days than rainy days. It's a little cooler here compared to inland this time of year. That's because we're surrounded by water and the water has not warmed up too much yet. Every time of year there are different things to do on the Outer Banks. If you are a resident or just on the Outer Banks alot, then you'll likely want to do those bucket list things when they are at their best. Here's … Continue reading...

Currituck Beach Lighthouse

The Currituck Beach Lighthouse is the northernmost lighthouse on the Outer Banks and the last one to be built. It stands in the town of Corolla. Lighthouses used to be critical to the navigation of ships traveling up and down the coast. Each Outer Banks lighthouse has a unique color scheme and flash. The Currituck Beach light flashes for three seconds every twenty seconds. Prior to electronic navigation devices, mariners ten miles out could see this flash at night. During the day they could … Continue reading...

Wright Brothers Memorial

If the Hatteras Lighthouse is the most iconic symbol of the Outer Banks, then the Wright Brothers Memorial, must surely be a close second. The 60’ granite monument rising from the 91’ hill can be seen for miles and is a stunning reminder of the genius of Wilbur and Orville Wright. It is an iconic symbol of American Ingenuity. This post is a little about the memorial and its history. The Monument Inscribed around the outside of the monument are the words “ IN COMMEMORATION OF THE CONQUEST … Continue reading...

Kitty Hawk Trails

The Outer Banks blessed with interconnected multi-use paths from the north end of Duck at the Currituck County line to South Nags Head. This area is perfect for a family bike outing, a pleasant ride and relaxing way to tour the area or even a long ride for a more advanced rider. One of the most pleasant sections among the Dare County multi-use paths is the ride through Kitty Hawk. This post will focus on the multi-use paths in Kitty Hawk and the Kitty Hawk trails. The Woods Road Multi-Use … Continue reading...

Oriental Shipwreck Pea Island

The Oriental Shipwreck is probably the most visible shipwreck along the Outer Banks. You can see it at the beach across from the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge Visitors Center. Perhaps 150 yards offshore, is a smokestack and a round metal structure attached to it. That is the visible remains of the USS Oriental, a Union Army supply ship. The rest of the ship lies, perhaps 20’ or 25’ beneath the surface. What Happened It’s unclear why the ship ran aground that night. The … Continue reading...

Outer Banks Holiday Events 2022

The holidays on the Outer Banks are a wonderful time. Spending time in this idillic area during this season is a unique and fun experience. Local stores feature a remarkable collection of creations and from Outer Banks artists and crafters. There’s lots of bakery creations, some music and a good amount of tradition. This post highlights some of our favorite Outer Banks holiday events. OBX December Weather The weather is generally cooperative—temperatures tend to be in the 50s or so. There is … Continue reading...

Sandy Run Park Kitty Hawk

The Outer Banks prides itself on being a family oriented place to live, work and visit. There’s a lot that goes into that. For families living here, Dare County schools rate very well among the state’s systems. There’s also the beach. It’s the reason people have been visiting this sandbar by the sea for almost 200 years. But there is much more to the Outer Banks than the beaches. There are many public recreational spots for all kinds of family activities. Sandy Run Park in Kitty Hawk … Continue reading...

Outer Banks Thanksgiving 2022

There’s a lot happening on the Outer Banks this Thanksgiving. Outer Banks visitors tend to think of the summer as the time of year when everything is happening on the Outer Banks. And admittedly summer is when all of our businesses and restaurants are open and live music is everywhere. But what makes the Outer Banks such a great place to live, work and visit are some of the special events that can only happen when there’s a little more time to plan and organize then seems to be available in the … Continue reading...