Outer Banks

Outer Banks

North Carolina's Outer Banks is one of the top vacation destinations on the East Coast. Known for its underdeveloped beauty, and maritime forests it truly is a vacation paradise.

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We had to cross over two long bridges to get to the Outer Banks - this was the first one... ...and this was the 2nd one - the white stripe there on the horizon are sand dunes A friendly sign at the visitor center welcomes you to the Outer Banks We had to make a quick decision - which way to chose :) We entered the National Seashore Park on Cape Hatteras We've visited the Bodie Island Lighthouse : The current Bodie Island Lighthouse is the third that has stood in this vicinity of Bodie Island on the Outer Banks in North Carolina and ... Read Full Story
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Beach nourishment is a very touchy subject along the Outer Banks. Most people seem to either fully support or are 100% against beach nourishment. Often the difference is where the person asked home is located.If their home is located oceanfront or semi-oceanfront, they are often quite supportive of beach nourishment. Both sides have some interesting points. How and when full scale beach nourishment comes to the Outer Banks remains to be seen. It does seem as if something will be done. This week on Channel 20 they are showing, Peter Revella ’s presentation on Beach Nourishment Financing . The presentation was sponsored by Nags ... Read Full Story
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Relaxing vacation on the Outer Banks Take a moment to imagine this setting: Ocean breezes blowing gently across barrier islands, beautiful coastal beaches, protected wetlands and ever-changing sand dunes, each one sculpted by nature. Then, imagine the weather: a long mild autumn and pleasant spring season, not too hot in summer, nor too cold in winter. Finally, imagine endless days of clear skies and beautiful sunsets overlooking several luxurious and distinct year-round golf courses. These are just a few reasons to plan your next golfing vacation in Currituck County. Golfing on the Currituck Outer Banks? Why? When presented with a seemingly endless stretch of ... Read Full Story
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Relaxing vacation on the Outer Banks Take a moment to imagine this setting: Ocean breezes blowing gently across barrier islands, beautiful coastal beaches, protected wetlands and ever-changing sand dunes, each one sculpted by nature. Then, imagine the weather: a long mild autumn and pleasant spring season, not too hot in summer, nor too cold in winter. Finally, imagine endless days of clear skies and beautiful sunsets overlooking several luxurious and distinct year-round golf courses. These are just a few reasons to plan your next golfing vacation in Currituck County. Golfing on the Currituck Outer Banks? Why? When presented with a seemingly endless stretch of ... Read Full Story
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Located on the western half of Bogue Banks, one of the barrier islands of the Outer Banks island chain, Emerald Isle is the best way to enjoy a fun-filled and relaxing family vacation. The beautiful sandy beaches, lush vegetation, abundance of wildlife, endless aquatic activities and friendly family environment make “the Gem of the Crystal Coast” the perfect family vacation getaway. The pristine beaches with abundant sunshine are filled with endless excitement. Feel the sand between your toes as you stroll along where the white sand and ocean tide meet, pausing every now and again to collect beautiful seashells that wash ashore. The kids ... Read Full Story
Honest reviews of Cape Hatteras National Sea Shore, North Carolina, United States: The outer banks of NC are great to visit this time of year. There are no vacationers. Hotels are cheap and most are just a few minutes away from the ...  
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By Amanda Hutcheson Citydesk@StarNewsOnline.com At a special meeting called less than a week before the new board takes office, current and incoming Topsail Beach commissioners reviewed the town’s interim beach nourishment plan and discussed possible alternatives.  
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KILL DEVIL HILLS, N.C. -- Driving down Hwy. 12, the beach road here, sand and debris were heaped in tall piles along both shoulders. In many places deep standing water forced the traffic to a near halt. In Kitty Hawk, large sections of the road were ...  
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By Catherine Kozak RODANTHE, NC An Ohio woman died after being knocked into the ocean by heavy surf off Hatteras Island during the recent nor'easter on the Outer Banks. Paul Stevens, chief ranger with the National Park Service Outer Banks Group, said Wednesday that the woman had reportedly been walking on sandbags Sunday when a wave swept her into the water.  
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RODANTHE (AP) — The National Park Service says a California man has drowned after being caught in a rip current on the Outer Banks.The Virginian-Pilot of Norfolk reported that 50-year-old Keith M. Goldstein of San Francisco drowned Friday afternoon when he was caught in the dangerous surf off Mirlo Beach. Chief Ranger Paul Stevens of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore says Goldstein and two other people were caught in the surf.read more  
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COROLLA A  park with a go-kart track proposed for Corolla has drawn opposition from residents there who say it would bring a Myrtle Beach-type atmosphere. Developer Israel Golasa, who also owns Wings stores and Beach Mart Inc., plans to build a fun park on 3.3 acres that would include an arcade, a 36-hole miniature golf course and a go-kart track.  
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The Outer Banks Scenic Byway has been awarded national status. At a ceremony Friday in Washington, the Federal Highway Administration designated the road through Bodie, Hatteras and Ocracoke islands down to Carteret County as one of the country 's distinctive and diverse byways, according to the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau.  
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By Chris Mazzolini Chris.Mazzolini@StarNewsOnline.com A 15-year-old teenager from the Wilmington area drowned Friday while surfing at the Outer Banks. The teenage boy was surfing with a group of eight other teenagers on Hatteras Island when the current dragged him into Avon Fishing Pier sometime around 11:30 a.m., said Bob Helle, the assistant chief with the Hatteras Island Rescue Squad.  
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Levy featured at 4th Sunday at 4 p.m. at Festival Park Howard Levy will perform at 4th Sunday at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 25, in the Film Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. Universally-acknowledged as the world's most advanced harmonica player ...  
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The November Nor'easter was felt throughout the Outer Banks. Because of the wind and big waves, the beach could no longer serve as a boundary for the ocean; water flowed into the streets.  
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