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Morehead Center for Performing Arts .... 25

Atlantic Beach Seafood Market ............... 15

NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores ............ 9

Beaufort Grocery Co. ................................ 29

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Blue Moon Bistro ..................................... 26

Outer Banks Ferry Service ...................... 49

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Professor Hacker’s Lost Treasure Golf ..... 77

Cap’n Willis Seafood Market .................. 51

Silver Creek ............................................... 59

Channel Marker ........................................ 85

Star Hill Golf Club ...................................... 61

Finz Grill .................................................... 27

Water Sports Rentals ................................ 23

Front St. Grill at Stillwater ......................... 30 Island Grille ............................................... 21

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Beach Book Mart ...................................... 11

Portofino ................................................... 86

BeachTix.com ............................................. 3

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Blu Sail Gallery .......................................... 25

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Sea Side Cheesecake & Dessert Shoppe 14

Carolina Artist Studio Gallery ................... 14

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Crystal Coast Family Practice .................. 30 Crystal Coast Resort Services .................... 3

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Atlantic Beach Realty, Inc. ......................... 4

Diamond Shoal Jewelers .......................... 31

Bluewater Rentals & Real Estate .............. 7

DP Jewelry Designs .................................. 69

Cannon & Gruber, REALTORS ................... 83

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Cape Pointe RV Park................................. 39

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Beach Wheels Bike Rentals .................... 3

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ICW Gifts & Monograms ........................... 15

Sun-Surf Realty ......................................... 85

Island Essentials ....................................... 87 Island Traders ............................................ 45

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Brandywine Bay Golf Club........................ 60

JR Dunn Jewelers .................................... 52

Calico Jack’s ............................................. 41

Kites Unlimited.......................................... 10

Cape Pointe Ferry ..................................... 38

Pacific Superstore..................................... 76

Cape Pointe Marina .................................. 39

Periwinkles................................................ 27

Capt. Stacy Fishing Center ......................... 5

Rocking Chair Bookstore .......................... 26

Crystal Coast Lady .................................... 44

Sandi’s Beachwear ................................... 13

Davis Shore Ferry Service ........................ 41

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EJW Outdoors ........................................... 87

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Golfin’ Dolphin .......................................... 62

Tierra Fina ................................................. 27

Island Ferry Adventures ........................... 37

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pine knoll shores A sanctuary for turtles, birds and trees, Pine Knoll Shores is the midway point between Atlantic Beach and Indian Beach on Bogue Banks and is a peaceful community incorporated into the saltwaterkissed maritime forest.

In 1917, Alice G. Hoffman purchased a majority of the land on Bogue Banks extending from Atlantic Beach to the Emerald Isle town line.

A local historian has documented that in 1935, all the land acquired by Hoffman passed to a trustee by the name of Llewellyn Phillips and in 1939 it went to John Marshall Mathias, who served as trustee for four children of Theodore Roosevelt (who were also relatives

of Alice Hoffman). In 1950 Mathias resigned as trustee and the Roosevelt children took over the trust and property. Their priorities for minimal disturbance of the island dynamics in its development have made Pine Knoll Shores one of the state’s most ecologically sensitive towns.

A historic marker on Hwy 58 at the intersection leading to the NC Aquarium identifies the site of one of the first landings in the New World by Florentine explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano. Another notable landmark is the shipwreck Pevensy located just offshore from where the Iron Steamer Pier once stood. For more information visit townofpks.com.

nc aquarium Sink your teeth into “fin-filled” fun and facts about sharks every Tuesday this summer at the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, starting June 14. The ocean’s mysterious and often misunderstood top predators take the spotlight all day in programs and activities on “Toothy Tuesdays.”

Enjoy a real shark feeding, frenzied or not. Talk to divers as they swim with the sharks in the Living Shipwreck exhibit, and get a feel for what it’s like to see a great white shark – an inflatable one, at least – up close from the safety of a shark cage. If one day a week isn’t enough about these fantastic fish, don’t miss Shark Week, July 24-30.

On Thursdays this summer, put on your eye patch for a swashbuckling after-hours glimpse of our pirating past every Thursday evening. Keep your spyglass on the Living Shipwreck as divers take a dip into Davy Jones’ locker. Take your chances in a pirate jeopardy quiz game, enjoy an animal feeding program and Creature Feature, deck yourself out in pirate garb and watch for crafts and other activities Visit the Queen Anne’s Revenge exhibit for special programs on this famous sunken pirate ship.

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Ride the wave of high seas hijinks every Thursday, 4-8pm, starting June 16. Family Nights, Toothy Tuesdays and Shark Week activities are free with admission or membership.

Hot outside? Wade into the new, virtual Mountain Motion Pool. The water appears to ripple and the brook trout and minnows seem to dart about in reaction to your movements in this interactive exhibit in the Mountain Gallery.

Also new – watch for exhibits, programs and activities about all kinds of turtles in honor of 2011 as the Year of the Turtle.

Beginning Memorial Day weekend, let your spirits soar with “Winging It – Birds in Flight.” Native North Carolina birds soar overhead, delivering conservation messages along with family-friendly entertainment. Flights daily at 1pm; “boarding passes” are $4 per person in addition to admission.

The aquarium is open 9am to 5pm daily at 1 Roosevelt Blvd., Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28512.

Admission is $8 for ages 13-61; $7 for ages 62 and up and $6 for ages 3-12. Children 2 and under and North Carolina Aquariums members are admitted free. See ncaquariums.com or call 252-247-4003 for more information.

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atlantic beach Of the five towns along Bogue Banks, none have been around longer than the perpetually popular Atlantic Beach. Whether you look to the Oceanana Fishing Pier, the beaches or amusement rides of days gone by, Atlantic Beach has been a heralded place of fun in the sun for surf and sand lovers alike since the early 1900s.

While the landscapes have changed with the removal of the town’s famed “Circle” of music venues and amusement rides, as well as two of its fishing piers, Atlantic Beach still offers numerous public beach accesses, seaside shopping, dining, fishing tournaments like the Atlantic Beach King Mackerel Tournament and annual festivals such as the Carolina Kite Fest.

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Before the bridge from Morehead City was built, guests would be ferried to Atlantic Beach to enjoy a day of fun and frolicking along the seashore. Dance halls and beachfront boardwalks soon sprung up, making Atlantic Beach the place to be. Longtime residents and visitors are sure to recall evenings at “The Circle,” an area now coming into its own as “The Grove.”

Filled with treasures like Hoophole Creek, a beautiful nature trail tucked away in the maritime forest, it’s the seaside community’s quaint and casual ambiance that leads so many to call the beach their home … or their home-away-from-home. Details: atlanticbeach-nc.com.

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fort macon state park Much of the Crystal Coast’s coveted Civil War history is protected and preserved within the walls of Fort Macon, the fivesided Civil War fortress which today stands as proudly as in the 1800s. Garrisoned in 1834, Fort Macon was seized from Union forces by the Confederate Army at the start of the Civil War. But in 1862, Union forces recaptured the oceanside fortress, giving the North control of the entire North Carolina coast.

Interestingly enough, Gen. Robert E. Lee was stationed at Fort Macon as a young Army officer. The fort’s captivating history, impressive restoration and a calendar of special programs, including Civil War reenactments, make Fort Macon State Park one of North Carolina’s most vis-

ited state parks. Once inside, be sure to visit the museum, bookstore, or listen to interesting audio programs in the Commandant’s and Enlisted Men’s Quarters, the WWII Barracks and the Gunpowder Magazine.

The new Coastal Education Visitors’ Center highlights this major attraction.

The fort is the focal point of Fort Macon State Park, which encompasses 385 acres of pristine beach, dunes and maritime forest just east of Atlantic Beach. At the park’s beach access, visitors can fish from rock jetties or park at the bathhouse area for swimming and summer concessions. The park opens daily at 8am and closes at sunset.

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W ish You Were Here A Little Art by the Sea Local and regional artists will be the focus during Swansboro’s long-running Arts by the Sea Festival slated for Saturday, June 11. Over 100 artists in a variety of media will take over the small waterfront village’s downtown streets, tempting visitors with their wares.

Guests can expect live music, plenty of food, games and an abundance of arts and crafts, from blown glass and wood painting to photography and sculpture. The festival runs from 10am-5pm. For additional information, visit swansborofestivals.com.

Island Exploration The staff and volunteers at the Rachel Carson National Estuarine Research Reserve are once again ready to help folks get back to nature. The organization will offer tours from mid-June through the end of August, teaching guests about the natural habitat, animals and plant life that thrives here. Programs rotate each week between walking and boat/boardwalk tours, making the adventure accessible for just about everyone. Both run from 8:30-10:30 each morning in order to avoid the afternoon heat.

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dance of oysters on the island. You may also have the opportunity to swim on the nature hike, so dress accordingly. On the nature hike and boardwalk trip, sunglasses, hats, binoculars, water and sunscreen are encouraged. The field trips are free, however donations will be accepted for the Carolina Estuarine Reserve Foundation.

Reservations are required due to space limitations by calling 252-838-0883.

A Celebration of Independence The Fourth of July is a favorite time along the Crystal Coast, with an influx of boat traffic, community parades, fireworks, music and plenty of fun for locals and summertime visitors to find.

The fun gets started the weekend before, as the Carteret County Arts & Crafts Coalition’s Summer Show sets the pace at the Beaufort Historic Site. Planned from 10am-5pm on Saturday and noon-5pm on Sunday, this is a great place to find some of the area’s most talented artists and craftsmen.

Just across the bridge from Morehead City at the Atlantic Beach Circle, the town will host its annual Fourth of July celebration on Sunday, July 3. Fireworks begin around 9pm and are best viewed from the beach. Bring your beach chairs and blankets to make yourself comfortable. For more information, call 252-726-2121.

At 11am on Monday, July 4, the Beaufort Business Association sets the pace with its annual community parade. Entrants line up on Front and Gordon streets and proceed through the downtown waterfront. Free ice cream and live music will follow at Courthouse Square, which provides plenty of space for families to spread a blanket and have a picnic of their own

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under the shade of the live oaks. For more information, or to enter, call Martha Barnes at 252-728-3917.

And, of course, on Monday, there will be lots of fireworks to follow, with plenty of options for viewing, whether by land or by sea.

Jaycee Park in Morehead City draws about 5,000 people a year for its popular festivities.

Fireworks will light up the sky at dusk followed by a street dance featuring the Main Event Band. For more information, call 252726-5083.

The town of Emerald Isle’s Fourth of July Celebration will also be painting the skies with fireworks at McLean Park near mile marker 18 in Emerald Isle. The fireworks display begins at 9pm. For more information call 252-354-6350.

Even farther down the beach, you can catch a colorful display over the White Oak River. Swansboro and Cedar Point partner to make this event a regional favorite. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy music by the sea before the grand event. Food vendors will also be on hand. For more information visit swansboro-nc.org.

The Morehead City Parks and Recreation Department is taking applications for its summer camp program. Camp runs from Monday, June 20 through Friday, Aug. 12, from 7:30am-5:30pm and is designed for children ages 6-12.

The cost is $300 for Morehead City residents and $450 for noncity residents. This fee includes all field trips, camp T-shirts, arts and crafts and supervised activities. Each age group has an individual classroom and rotates to a different activity each hour.

Field trips include swimming at the Sportscenter, trips to Fort Macon, waterboggin at Emerald Isle Water Park, movies at Atlantic Station, lunch and ice cream at Dairy Queen and many other fun and exciting activities to make your child’s summer a memorable one.

A summer preschool program is also available from 8am-5pm weekdays for children 3-5. The cost of the program is $40 a week.

Field trips for the preschoolers include movies at Atlantic Station, trips to the library, Dairy Queen, Shevans Park and much more. Snacks are provided twice a day.

An After School Program for children in Carteret County will fill the gap between the end of the school year and the beginning of camp and from the last day of summer camp until school resumes. The cost is $40 a week or $10 a day. The children will celebrate the beginning of summer with arts and crafts, field trips, sports and other structured activities. Camp will be held at the Morehead City Community Center, 1600 Fisher St. Registration fees are due on or before June 18. For more information contact the Morehead City Parks and Recreation Department at 726-5083. (cont. on page 18)

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Recreating the Battle The 1st North Carolina Volunteers will don their full battle dress at Fort Macon State Park on July 9-10 for a weekend encampment and reenactment of the fort’s capture on April 14, 1861.

In all their pageantry and dress, the crew of historic reenactors will bring Fort Macon back to its heyday, if only for 48 hours.

The event runs from 10am-4pm each day and is open and free for the public.

Expect discussions on flags, uniforms, women’s appropriate dress, musket firing demonstrations and much more. To learn more, call the fort at 252-726-3775.

PKS Kayaks for Warriors As the sound surrounding picturesque Pine Knoll Shores warms, folks in these parts are once again ready to drop the kayaks in the water and spend a day in the sun in support of US troops. And that’s exactly what they plan to do on Saturday, June 11.

The annual Kayak for the Warrior event raises funds for the Hope for the Warriors organization, which aims to enhance the life of soldiers injured in the line of duty. What the event means for the public, however, is a full day of fun, food and excitement with family and friends as Kayak for the Warriors takes to the water for the worthy charity. The event kicks off Friday evening with a reception from 5-6:30pm at town hall.

Saturday brings all the excitement, with a kayak and paddle board race, a family run race, a 5K and 10K bicycle rides and an awards ceremony and lunch. The cost is $40 for the race, $20 for the family fun race and $10 to par-

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ticipate in the bike rides. Entry fees include lunch and a free T-shirt. Lunch for those not competing is $5 and everyone is welcome to attend.

This year’s kayak race will traverse a 3.2-mile route through Bogue Sound and small inlet creeks, giving kayakers an opportunity to take in some of the region’s most beautiful natural scenery.

Although most of the action surrounds Garner Park, there are many great viewing areas along the route, including McNeill Park, Brock Basin, Hall Haven and Ramsey Park.

Race registration forms are available at the Bogue Banks Public Library, PKS town hall and online at kayakforthewarriors.org. For additional information, you may also contact the Recreation Advisory Committee via townofpks.com or call 252-247-4353.

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Are You Ready to ROCK? Morehead to Host North Carolina’s Biggest Blue Marlin Tournament in June Tournament season has finally returned to the Crystal Coast. Known as the capitol of North Carolina sport fishing, Morehead City’s waterfront will spring to life this June as it plays host to the 53rd annual Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament.

Drawing hundreds of spectators and fishermen to Big Rock Landing, this timehonored tradition offers a weeklong peek below the ocean’s surface as boats back up to the scales with mahi mahi, wahoo, tuna and the star of the show, blue marlin. These majestic beasts from the depths, ranging in weight from the tournament minimum of 450 pounds to the record of 831 pounds in 2000, are a sight that isn’t soon forgotten by those who have never seen one up close.

The excitement builds to a climax daily as blue marlin are hoisted and weighed, each offering the boat’s crew a chance at the biggest slice of a purse that has reached the $1-million mark for 14 years in a row.

Luckily for those unable to pony up an entry fee of up to $18,000 for all levels, this game of high stakes and giant fish is open to the public through the daily weigh-ins.

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weigh-ins of wahoo, mahi mahi and tuna occur Monday through Friday from 4-7pm and on Saturday from 3-6pm. Morehead’s waterfront is a beehive of activity during these times as reporters and spectators surround the scales, sit in the bleachers and stroll the through the streets listening for when the next blue marlin will be arriving.

Events for this year’s tournament kick off June 10 with the Lady Angler event at the Civic Center, followed by the Lady Angler Tournament from 8am-1pm on June 11 and the Big Rock Captains Party that night from 7-9pm. Most captains are registered for the Big Rock by Sunday evening, with lines going in the water for the first time at 9am on Monday, June 13. Fishing will continue throughout the week, with each boat required to take at least two days off, and come to a conclusion Saturday afternoon. That evening the awards banquet will be held at the Crystal Coast Civic Center and tickets are available to the general public.

Big Rock keeps fans up to date before and during the tournament with a running ticker of each hook-up, release and capture with its website, thebigrock.com. Additional information is also available at nccoast.com.

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morehead city With its famous boat-to-table seafood restaurants, one of North Carolina’s two state ports and a charter fishing fleet that brings the waterfront to life each afternoon, Morehead City is a true demonstrator of coastal flair.

Morehead City is an evergrowing community with the busy state port as its cornerstone, where military ships and freighters from all over the world can be seen coming and going on any given day.

Downtown, visitors and residents enjoy fresh seafood and other fine fare at well-known restaurants.

Art galleries, gift shops and other offerings make downtown Morehead City a residents’ and visitors’ paradise, however, recent pushes to breathe more life into the downtown district have set an even higher horizon for this burgeoning coastal town. You’ll be delighted with all the unique places you’ll discover, as well as

the sight of coastal birds and charter boats all coming in with the day’s catch.

Enjoy an evening cruise, spend the day fishing or if you’re looking for more adventure, Morehead City’s dive shops invite you to explore the waters of the Crystal Coast, which has been rated one of the best dive destinations in the US. There’s also plenty of excitement to be found on the Morehead City waterfront each June as the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament, now more than 50 years old, brings a week of fishing, fun and big-money that consistently tops the $1 million mark. In the fall Morehead City is a buzz with Ferris wheels, amusement rides, live music and all the seafood you can handle during the North Carolina Seafood Festival, held annually the first weekend in October. For more details visit townofmorehead.com.

the history place For history buffs of all ages, the Crystal Coast’s past is perfectly presented and anchored (in a big way) at The History Place on Arendell Street in downtown Morehead City.

Self-paced walking tour exhibits include Native American artifacts, awardwinning carved decoys, vintage clothing, period furniture, military memorabilia, coastal artwork and more. Enjoy an array of exhibits with such titles as the History of Shrimp Boats, an Antique Doll Collection, the History of Civil War Weapons and Tuscarora Indians. Also displayed is the carriage in which local lady Civil War spy Emeline Pigott rode when captured. Pigott carried more items of importance in her petticoat than would fit in any modern-day suitcase.

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than 6,000 publications and an extensive county photo file. The Civil War collections are especially notable. The Museum Store offers unique gifts and a wide variety of local books and merchandise for all ages. Publications feature the Civil War, black history, pirates, poetry and local cookbooks. Nautical ornaments, jewelry, pottery, Civil War collectibles and children’s items are also featured.

Visit the new cafe inside The History Place and enjoy a light lunch. Each November, the History Place hosts the annual Antique-A-Thon where appraisers evaluate local items aged to perfection. It also hosts the popular Lunch with a Dash of History series, trips and other special programs. Admission is free. For more information call 252-247-7533 or visit thehistoryplace. org.

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Planned for June 2425, the tour is a perfect opportunity for visitors and locals alike to explore beautiful restored historic homes, gardens, churches and public buildings throughout the town. From small cottages to Bahamian inspired double-porched homes, this year’s tour features 12 private homes, the restored buildings on the Beaufort Historic Site, an Antique Car Show, musical concerts and a narrated tour of the Beaufort Historic District aboard a vintage English double-decker bus.

Since 1960, this annual weekend has been the largest fundraiser for the Beaufort Historical Association and has been a time of community involvement where Beaufort residents proudly open the doors of their splendid historic homes to help and support the BHA’s preservation and educational programs.

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nity,” said Old Homes Tour Committee chair, Lucia Stanley. “OurSouthern hospitality really is unmatched.”

The Carteret Chorale, under the direction of Laurence Stith, will present a concert at 8pm on Thursday, June 23 to jumpstart the weekend’s activities. Held at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Beaufort, the concert will honor this year’s honorary chairperson as well as the hundreds of volunteers who help make the busy weekend so successful.

The concert is free and open to the public with a reception following in the parish hall.

Held in conjunction with the Old Homes Tour, the Antiques Show and Sale will be held June 24-26, with dealers from throughout the Southeast displaying furniture, silver, crystal, jewelry, linens, dolls and much more. The antiques show is held at the Crystal Coast Civic Center in Morehead City and offers three days of great antiquing to fit any budget.

Ticket prices for the Old Homes & Gardens Tour are $16 in advance and $20 on the day of the event. Antique show tickets are $7 and are good for all three days. For those interested, a combination ticket for both events is $20 in advance and $24 the days of the events.

For more information, contact the Beaufort Historical Association at 252-728-5225, stop by the Visitor’s Center at 130 Turner St. or visit beauforthistoricsite.org.

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Noted events include the Wine and Food Weekend in April, the NC Maritime Museum Wooden Boat Show in May, the Beaufort Old Homes and Gardens Tour in June and the Carteret County Arts and Craft Coalition Show and Sales on Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day weekends.

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nc maritime museum The Jolly Roger flag will officially rise over Beaufort this June as artifacts from what is believed to have been Blackbeard’s flagship, Queen Anne’s Revenge, return to North Carolina for the first time in nearly 300 years through a new exhibit at the NC Maritime Museum.

Many historians believe that in 1718, the notorious pirate ran his ship aground in Beaufort Inlet, roughly two miles from where the museum stands today.

Archaeologists with the NC Underwater Archaeology Branch have led research and recovery on the wreck for 13 years. As artifacts have been collected, the Queen Anne’s Revenge Conservation Lab in Greenville has cleaned and prepared them for exhibition. A few have made their way back to the museum for

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exhibit during the past few years, however, this is the first large scale exhibition of the artifacts.

The new exhibit, which opens on June 11, takes up approximately a third of the museum’s exhibit space and illuminates the life of pirates aboard the ship with artifacts, interactive features and fun facts.

Newly released, key artifacts include a whole wine bottle, glass beads, cannon tompions, cask parts and French ceramics.

An opening party will be held on June 10 and family day is planned for the Saturday, June 11. The museum is open from 9am-5pm Monday through Friday, 10am-5pm on Saturday and 1-5pm each Sunday. Admission is free. To learn more about the museum, or the upcoming exhibit, call 252-728-7317 or visit ncmaritimemuseum.com.

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beaufort historical site History repeats itself daily at the Beaufort Historic Site as 18th- and 19th-century coastal Carolina comes to life in the form of “age-old� attractions and 11 historic buildings. Tucked away in North Carolina’s third-oldest town, the Beaufort Historic Site includes the Carteret County Courthouse of 1796, the Carteret County Jail c.1829, the Apothecary Shop and Doctor’s Office c.1859 and the c.1732 Rustell House that houses the Mattie King Davis Art Gallery.

The Beaufort Historic Site offers a variety of tours, seminars, volunteer opportunities and special events of interest for the whole family throughout the year. Enhanced by authentic structures, artifacts a double-decker tour bus and facts passed down through the ages, the Historic Site has documented the lifestyles and customs of Beaufort’s past to preserve its historical identity for the future.

The Beaufort Historic Site’s calendar is full of exciting and interesting events throughout the year, including the BHA Fall Party in October, Kindergarten Thanksgiving, Jumble Sale and Community Thanksgiving Feast, all of which occur in November, and the Christmas Candlelight Tour in December.

Spring features an annual Easter Egg Hunt and the everpopular Publick Day. Come summer, the Beaufort Historic Site hits home with its renowned Beaufort Old Homes and Gardens Tour and accompanying Antiques Show and Sale, as well as the annual Summer Party. A variety of shows and sales by the Carteret County Arts and Crafts Coalition rounds out the annual events listing. The Beaufort Historic Site is open Monday through Saturday 9:30am to 5pm in season, 10am to 4pm off-season. Details: 252-728-5225 or beauforthistoricsite.org.

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Best known for its towering lighthouse covered in black and white diamonds, the Cape Lookout National Seashore is a 56-mile stretch of North Carolina’s Outer Banks, spanning from Ocracoke Inlet to Beaufort Inlet. Three pristine barrier islands make up the national seashore – North Core Banks, South Core Banks and Shackleford Banks.

Accessible only by private boat or ferry, this incredible ribbon of sand hosts unparalleled fishing, shelling and a working lighthouse. The undeveloped cape allows for true-to-nature camping, features a renovated lighthouse keeper’s quarters, a boardwalk to the beach, daily ranger programs and facilities in summer. There are no guarded beaches or maintained roads, as to preserve the seashore’s pristine and serene nature.

For those seeking to discover the cape’s history, remnants of old gun mounts are visible on

an ocean side walk between the rock jetty and Cape Point. Many visitors come to the National Seashore to view the black and white diagonal checkerboard-patterned Cape Lookout Lighthouse. A landmark since 1859, it is now maintained by the National Park Service, who has rehabilitated the lighthouse tower to allow for public access Friday through Sunday.

The visitor’s center, found near the South Core Banks ferry dock, has a shaded pavilion and boardwalk connecting it to the area adjacent to the Keepers’ Quarters, which has been renovated and includes new exhibits. The Cape Lookout Light Station Visitor Center and Keepers’ Quarters Museum is open to the public 9am through 5pm, April through November.

Exhibits focus on lighthouse history and early shipwrecks and rescues. A bookstore features items related to the National Seashore and also carries bottled water and insect repellent. In addition to its lighthouse, Cape Lookout National Seashore includes adjacent Shackleford Banks, site of the extinct fishing village Diamond City, with large dunes and wild Outer Banks ponies.

North and South Core Banks, both noted for wonderful shelling, clamming and surf fishing, are open April through November and picturesque Portsmouth Village, found at the northeastern tip of Core Banks, is a 250-acre uninhabited island community dating from 1753 and preserved as a National Historic Site.

A visitor center located on Harkers Island is open year round from 9am-5pm (except for Dec. 25-Jan. 1). Exhibits tell the story of island communities, the Life Saving Service and other local history. An indoor theater offers two short films on a rotating schedule, and the visitor center bookstore features books, tapes, videos and children’s items related to Cape Lookout National Seashore.

Public restrooms and a nearby picnic area are available and wheelchair accessible.

For more information call 728-2250 or visit nps.gov/calo.

FERRIES, TOURS & SERVICES: All visitors should remember this is a remote, natural territory with no fast food, limited fresh water access and no lifeguards.

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the hour to Cape Lookout Lighthouse and the east end of Shackleford Banks. Calico Jack’s is the closest ferry to the Cape Lookout Lighthouse and is located at the end of Harkers Island, adjacent to Cape Lookout National Seashore Headquarters. The $10 ferry ride is back. For info, call 728-3575 (Map#90).

tors, camping concessions and fishing guides to provide services to the public for fees. Access to the cape is permitted by commercial ferry services and local private boats. Weather conditions may restrict ferry operation. Contact the NPS (728-2250) for more information.

FROM HARKERS ISLAND: FROM BEAUFORT: Cape Pointe Ferry & Marina, 1390 Island Road, Harkers Island, approx 3.5 miles after Harkers Island Bridge, is a full-service marina with boat storage, repairs, ramp, lifts & slips. Annual RV sites available on premises, gift shop & ships store with tackle, boat & beach supplies including ice, sodas, beer, coolers, snacks, sun block, cameras, caps & more. Your ‘Down East’ location for passenger ferry service to Cape Lookout Lighthouse & Shackleford Banks (east); the third ferry service you get to on Island Road Marina. Info & reservations, 728-6181. Cape Pointe Marina is open year round. All major credit cards accepted (Map#46).

Calico Jack’s Ferry, departs from Cape Lookout Ferry Service Terminal on Harkers Island daily from 8am-6pm (weather permitting). Calico Jack’s Ferry departs 15 minutes before and after

Island Ferry Adventures, voted Coaster Magazine Readers’ Choice Award Winner: Favorite Ferry Service 2010-09-08, Tour Service 201009 & Outdoor Adventure Business 2010-09. 610 Front St., across from the Inlet Inn. Passenger Ferry Service begins 9am daily, weather permitting, departures top of the hour to Shackleford Banks (west end) (CLNS), shipwrecked Spanish mustangs & voted #1 shelling beach; Carrot Island (Rachel Carson Reserve); Sand Dollar Island & Bird Shoal. Ferry service operates approx. late/March to early/October. Horse & Waterfront Cruise tours the Beaufort waterfront & Shackleford shoreline while searching for wild mustangs.

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PIRATE & NATURE CRUISE Cruise Shackleford Banks headed “Downeast” 11:30am • 2:30pm • 1-¼ hrs Adults $18 • Children $10 June • July • August Call for early/late season availablility

Group Rates Available - Passenger Minimums Required - MC/Visa Reservations Highly Recommended June-July-August Directions: from Morehead City, take Hwy 70E over 2 bridges into Beaufort, continue straight and take a right at the fifth street (Queen St.), go straight 3 blocks to the waterfront (Front St.), and we’re 100 feet to the left.

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On these two 1-1/4 narrated tours you remain on the boat & partial shade is provided. The two tours operate approx. June, July & August. Reservations are highly recommended for all trips during June, July & August. Private charters are available for any occasion. Passenger & rate minimums are required for all trips. Group rate, MC/VISA. 252-728-7555, islandferryadventures. com (Map#68).

Outer Banks Ferry Service, ’06 Coaster Readers’ Award for Best Ferry Service & ’07 Red Ribbon Award for Best Local Tour Service, departs Front Street, Beaufort (across from NC Maritime Museum) on demand or reservation starting at 9am, 7 days/wk, explore the hidden treasure of the Crystal Coast with Capt. “Barrow-Cuda” & his buccaneers; personal water taxi to Carrot Island-Rachel Carson Reserve & Shackleford Banks where wild mustangs roam; on very end of Cape Lookout National Seashore, the best shelling on the coast; fishing, camping, surfing, swimming, hiking, bird & horse watching. Luxury Houseboat Rentals, fully furnished with skiff, reservations required; Cape Lookout

Tour with guide, reservations required; Pirate Treasure Hunt, real life treasure hunts guided by an authentic pirate, reservations required; Water Bug Tours, relaxed and shaded, harbor tours, departs hourly; Anything Adventurous, custom tours & charters, inshore fishing, reservations required; Snack Shack with cold drinks, hot dogs & ice cream; showers available when you come off the boat. Open year round, call for details, reservations, 728-4129 (Map#10).

FROM DAVIS: Davis Shore Ferry, departing from the Davis Shore to South Core Banks on the Cape Lookout National Seashore. Family owned for 50 years, services include day trips, overnight camping, cabin rentals (available through NPS), tackle shop, bait and ice. Open March 16-Dec. 31, reservations recommended. Located 16 miles from Beaufort, follow Hwy 70 East to 148 Willis Road in Davis. For more information, call 729-3474 or visit davisferry.com or drumwagon. com (Map#4).

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Harkers Island, North Carolina Providing passenger service on a daily, year round basis to Cape Lookout National Seashore/Cape Lookout Lighthouse and Shackleford Banks Dolphin watching tours, beach excursions, historical boat tours around Harkers Island, and seashell tours along Shackleford Banks and the Cape Lookout National Seashore.

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Cape Pointe Marina is a full service Marina offering Boat Storage, Boat Slips, Boat Ramp, Charter Fishing, Guide Service, boat repairs, gas, bait and tackle. They also have ice, limited groceries/food items, snacks, soft drinks, bottled water and beer. They offer local fishing knowledge and where they are catching the big ones.

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with access to Marina & Ferry Service Cape Pointe RV Park is located along the Back Sound of Harkers Island, NC. With pristine coastal waters and gorgeous afternoon sunsets you’ll immediately fall in love with this beautiful property.

We encourage you to come enjoy the best of the Crystal Coast and Down East along the beautiful waters of the Atlantic. With quick and easy access by boat or Cape Pointe Ferry Service, you can be at the Cape Lookout Lighthouse in a matter of minutes.

Visit us today at Cape Pointe RV Park. While there stop by Cape Pointe Marina, a full service marina offering all of your boating and fishing needs. Also catch a ride on one of our ferry boats provided by Cape Pointe Ferry Service.

These coastal RV lots are now available for purchase or annual lease. You’ll be amazed that waterfront living and vacationing can be this affordable. Hurry in while choice lots remain!

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down east When the pace has slowed, sunlight is reflecting off the marsh and old wooden boats peacefully bob up and down in the water, chances are you’ve just entered Down East.

Found east of Beaufort along Hwy 70, Down East encompasses the communities of Atlantic, Bettie, Cedar Island, Davis, Gloucester, Harkers Island, Lola, Marshallberg, Otway, Sea Level, Smyrna, Stacy, Straits and Williston.

Each of these communities is unique and rich in its maritime heritage and beauty, which was recognized in Oct. 2009 when the stretch of Hwy 70 from Merrimon Road to Cedar Island was designated a National Scenic Byway as part of the Outer Banks Scenic Byway.

On Harkers Island you’ll find the National Park Service Visitor Center offering information and a park for viewing the Cape Lookout Lighthouse. There are also marinas and accommodations, plus ferries and charter boat services available for visitors hoping to see the Cape Lookout National Seashore first hand. Back on Hwy 70, many people just passing through make their way down to Sea Level, where they join up with Hwy 12 and trek to the county’s farthest-east community of Cedar Island and hop on a ferry to Ocracoke Island.

core sound waterfowl museum If one word could sum up the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center’s mission, that word would be “preservation.”

Found at the end of Island Road on Harkers Island, the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum strives to promote and preserve the Down East region’s valued heritage by showcasing the talents and skills of Down East residents, focusing on decoy carving, boatbuilding, storytelling, oral histories, local writers, traditional music, food, hunting, fishing and other skills.

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museum works with partners such as the NC Arts Council, the National Park Service, NC Travel and Tourism, Our State magazine and others to promote itself as a major heritage tourism destination in eastern North Carolina. Many heritage programs and demonstrations are offered throughout the year, an additional 8,000 sq.ft. was completed in Oct. 2009 for gallery, observation tower and gift shop, and the museum’s Core Sound Waterfowl Weekend is not to be missed.

Museum hours are Monday - Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 2-5pm. Admission is free.

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Saying there’s no shortage of options would be an understatement.

And who has time to sift through numerous towns and villages for the best shop for swimwear, the tastiest pasta dish, fishing charter or beach house? That would be a daunting task for locals and impossible for those visiting for a few days.

Coaster Magazine tries to shed some light on this vast list of options by filling each edition and its website

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reviews, maps and more. But no matter how much we try to include or inform, even we can’t cover everything.

That’s where you come in.

Each year Coaster Magazine asks you, the reader, to fill us in on your favorite spots along the Crystal Coast and you are always ready to help.

As you might have guessed, it’s that time again and we’re anxious to start counting up the votes.

To make your vote count, just visit nccoast.com and click on “Coaster Readers Awards” in the slideshow. It’s as simple as that. No ink stained hands or hanging chads here … just a few easy clicks and you’re on your way.

Still prefer a paper ballot? We have those too. Just stop by NCCOAST Communications, located at 201 North 17th St., Morehead City, NC, 28557.

No matter how you get the votes in, they must all be received by 5pm on Aug. 5, 2011. The results will appear in our following edition of Coaster Magazine, delivered on Sept. 2, as well as on nccoast.com. Remember to please only vote once and vote in as many categories as possible.

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Beach Wheels Bike Rentals, 607 Atlantic Beach Causeway, Suite 103, free delivery & pickup anywhere on the Crystal Coast, free lock; we also carry child seats; adult bikes, beach cruisers, children’s bikes, adult tricycles, tandems, tag-a-longs & more. Let us know what you need, 240BIKE (2453), 800-504-2450 (Map#136).

Charters, Cruises, Ferries, Fishing, Tours Cape Pointe Ferry & Marina, 1390 Island Road, Harkers Island, approx 3.5 miles after Harkers Island Bridge, full service marina with boat storage, repairs, ramp, lifts & slips. Annual RV sites available on premise, gift shop & ships store with tackle, boat & beach supplies including ice, sodas, beer, coolers, snacks, sun block, cameras, caps & more. The ‘Down East’ location for passenger ferry service to Cape Lookout Lighthouse & Shackleford Banks. Marina & ferry info, reservations, 728-6181. Cape Pointe Marina is open year round. All major credit cards accepted, capepointemarina.com (Map#46).

Capt. Stacy IV, docked at the Capt.

Stacy Fishing Center on the Atlantic Beach Causeway, 83-ft. air-conditioned vessel, leaves for the Gulf Stream at 6am; 24-hr.

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trips to the Gulf Stream, call for reservations 800-533-9417, 726-4675 or 247-7501, MC/V/DC (Map#45).

Crystal Coast Lady Cruises is Beaufort’s largest cruising vessel (75’) located across from BB&T Bank – 612 Front Street.

Daily Scenic and Fishing Cruises offering longest fully narrated tour covering 15 miles of the beautiful Crystal Coast: April thru October. 2 hour brunch with the Dolphin’s cruise every Sunday at 11:30am, Dolphin Watches (first boat out on Monday and Thursday at 8:45am), 1 ½ hour Pirate Cruises daily, 3 hour Treasure Hunt & Shackleford Banks combo departing Monday & Thursday at noon. Also offering ½ day morning & evening near-shore and Inland Fishing Trips (no sea sickness) on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. The vessel is wheelchair accessible and has women’s and men’s accommodations, a full Galley, ABC Permits, an enclosed Top Deck (fully shaded), plenty of outside seating, and kids steering station. Reservations are strongly recommended. Private Charters are available for all occasions up to 150 passengers. M/C, Visa, Amex, and Discover accepted 252-728-8687 or 252728-7287 or www.CrystalCoastLady.com (Map#3).

Davis Shore Ferry, departs from Davis Shore to South Core Banks on Cape Lookout National Seashore. Family owned for 50 years, services include day trips, overnight camping, cabin rentals (available through NPS), tackle shop, bait and ice. Open March 16-Dec. 31, reservations recommended.

Located 16 miles from Beaufort, follow Hwy 70 East to 148 Willis Road in Davis. For more information, call 729-3474 or visit davisferry.com or drumwagon.com (Map#4).

Island Ferry Adventures, voted Coaster Magazine Readers’ Choice Award Winner: Favorite Ferry Service 2010-09-08, Tour Service 2010-09 & Outdoor Adventure

Business 2010-09. 610 Front St., across from the Inlet Inn. Passenger Ferry Service begins 9am daily, weather permitting, departures top of the hour to Shackleford Banks (west end) (CLNS), shipwrecked Spanish mustangs & voted #1 shelling beach; Carrot Island (Rachel Carson Reserve); Sand Dollar Island & Bird Shoal. Ferry service operates approx. late/March to early/October. Horse & Waterfront Cruise tours the Beaufort waterfront & Shackleford shoreline while searching for wild mustangs. Pirate & Nature Cruise provides folklore, tours Shackleford headed towards the Cape Lookout Lighthouse while looking for horses & dolphin. On these two 11/4 narrated tours you remain on the boat & partial shade is provided. The two tours operate approx. June, July & August. Reservations are highly recommended for all trips during June, July & August. Private charters are available for any occasion. Passenger & rate minimums are required for all trips. Group rate, MC/VISA. 252-728-7555, islandferryadventures.com (Map#68).

Lookout Cruises, offering daily sailing excursions from historic Beaufort for up to 42 passengers on a 45-foot catamaran with cushioned seating, plenty of shade and large clean restrooms on board. Whether it’s two people, a family outing, tour group or business party, Lookout Cruises offers a memorable sail on the NC Coast complete with cool breezes, saltwater and breathtaking scenery.

Reservations, 252-504-7245 (SAIL) (Map#32).

O Lucky Me Sportfishing Charters, Capt. Rocky Hardison, a third generation boat captain with more than 40 years at the helm, is ready to take you fishing. Located on the Morehead City waterfront. Tournaments, day charters and more. Phone: 252-728-1587 or 252-808-7005, cell (Map#17).

Outer Banks Ferry Service, ’06 Coaster Readers’ Award for Best Ferry Service & ’07 Red Ribbon Award for Best Local Tour Service, departs Front Street, Beaufort (across from NC Maritime Museum) on demand or reservation starting at 9am, 7 days/wk, explore the hidden treasure of the Crystal Coast

with Capt. “Barrow-Cuda” & his buccaneers; personal water taxi to Carrot Island-Rachel Carson Reserve & Shackleford Banks where wild mustangs roam; on very end of Cape Lookout National Seashore, the best shelling on the coast; fishing, camping, surfing, swimming, hiking, bird & horse watching. Luxury Houseboat Rentals, fully furnished with skiff, reservations required; Cape Lookout Tour with guide, reservations required; Pirate Treasure Hunt, real life treasure hunts guided by an authentic pirate, reservations required; Water Bug Tours, relaxed and shaded, harbor tours, departs hourly; Anything Adventurous, custom tours & charters, inshore fishing, reservations required; Snack Shack with cold drinks, hot dogs & ice cream; showers available when you come off the boat. Open year-round, call for details, reservations, 7284129 (Map#10). (cont. on page 48)

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site for the full schedule or see Coaster’s calendar of events for programs & dates.

Regular hours, 9am-5pm daily. Admission, $8 (ages 13-61); $7 ages 62 & over; $6 ages 3-12. Children age 2 & under and members of the NC Aquariums admitted free. Annual memberships, $60 family; $40 individual, ncaquariums.com, 2474003 (Map#49).

Professor Hacker’s Lost Treasure Golf & Raceway, Salter Path, features go-carts, mini-golf, bumper boats, arcade & mining train, adventure & thrills galore for the entire family. At 10.3 mile marker, Family Fun Golfin’ Dolphin, Cape Carteret, offers 247-3024 (Map#112). driving range, mini golf, bumper boats, batting cages & go-carts. Located next to MacDaddy’s, Jet Ski Rentals Water Sports Rentals & Dolphin Deck, 393-8131, thegolfindolphin.com (Map#7).

The Morehead Center for Performing with two locations in Indian Beach & Salter Arts & Events, 1311 Arendell St., Morehead Path. Sailboats, scooter rentals. Waverunners: City, is bringing live entertainment to the Crys- New models for 2 adults or adult & 2 kids, full tal Coast. From concerts and recitals to the instruction & life vests, ½ hr. & hr. reservations Friday night Comedy Zone and variety shows, suggested. Banana Boat Rides: Inflatable raft the Morehead Center is dedicated to offering for up to 8, 2-mi. ride. Paddle Boats: 2-3 pasa wide variety of live family entertainment. sengers. Dolphin Deck Tiki Bar: #1 Readers’ Site is also available for rental, with sound and Choice Award Best Bar, over water on end of lighting in place for private concerts, presen- 200’ pier at the Indian Beach location, 2 levels, tations, conferences and more. For ticket or fabulous sunsets, cold beer, soft drinks, etc., rental information, call 252-726-1501 or visit 247-7303 Indian Beach or 247-4386 Salter Path (Map#64). themoreheadcenter.com (Map#33).

NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores (mile marker 7), dive into adventure at the new NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Explore shipwrecks without getting wet. Look a 350-pound shark in the eye. Touch a stingray. Watch river otters play; 38 exhibits depicting NC’s aquatic environments “from the mountains to the sea.” In the 306,000-gallon Living Shipwreck exhibit, fierce-looking sand tiger sharks up to 8 feet in length, schools of fishes & many other creatures glide around a three-quarterscale replica of a sunken submarine. Other highlights include a 32-foot waterfall, cypress swamp, lionfish, jellyfish, octopus & two touch tanks. Fishing lessons, boat trips & other adventures are now available – check the web-

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Kiting Kites Unlimited, fly your own kite or watch the colors of other friendly kite fliers 9am Sundays at Fort Macon State Park, hosted by Kites Unlimited, a great place for kites, toys, gifts & more in Atlantic Station Shopping Center, Atlantic Beach, 247-7011 (Map#50).

Piers Oceanana Fishing Pier, E. Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, offers bait, tackle & rod rentals, fishing license not required, pier provides blanket license. Caters to families with snack grill, arcade & paved parking for beachgoers, 726-0863, oceanana.com (Map#44).

CAPE LOOKOUT LIGHTHOUSE TOUR

A 3-hour tour departing from the Beaufort Waterfront and docking at the Cape Lookout Lighthouse. Enjoy views of wild mustangs, dolphins and other local wildlife, while you learn history of the area from our knowledgeable USCG licensed captain.

Departing daily by reservation.

OUTER BANKS FERRY SERVICE TO SHACKLEFORD BANKS

Let our Outer Banks Ferry Service take you... fishing • shelling • camping • surfing • swimming • hiking • bird & horse watching • Shackleford Banks, Carrot Island and other Great Island Locations.

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emerald isle If you’re looking for a modern-day beach town with old-fashioned family values, you’ll delight in Emerald Isle. Located on the western end of Bogue Banks, its warm hospitality and hometown charm have made the town a family vacation tradition for generation after generation.

Interestingly enough, this area of Bogue Banks remained largely uninhabited until the 1950s when it was purchased by a group of developers for what now seems like an unbelievably small amount of money. While contemplating their investment, the developers hired a consultant who was flown

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over the area for a visual survey. Viewing the lush green maritime forest set against the sparkling blue-greens of the Atlantic Ocean, he suggested “Emerald Isle.”

Emerald Isle pays tribute to that Irish namesake each March with its St. Patrick’s Festival, one of the Crystal Coast’s biggest spring events.

Vacation attractions include miniature golf, movies, fishing, bike paths that span the town, natural areas such as Emerald Woods Park and of course, swimming, sunning, sandcastle building and sensational shopping and dining. For more details visit emeraldisle-nc.org.

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indian beach & salter path The small coastal town of Indian Beach lies in the middle of Bogue Banks. Interestingly enough, Indian Beach surrounds the village of Salter Path on both the east and west, leading a local historian to note that the Crystal Coast can boast its own “twin cities.”

The town comes together as a cozy waterfront community that attracts an annual swell of vacationers searching for their own little corner of this peaceful paradise.

Play on the beach, kayak, jet ski, watch shrimp boats bring in their catch or embrace your inner child with a day of mini-golf, gokarts and bumper boats. Visitors find a variety of accommodations, including condominiums, resorts, beach homes and more. The area’s main public beach access offers restrooms, showers and

picnic tables, and features a long, winding boardwalk that meanders through forested dunes down to a beautiful, wide beach. Details: indianbeach.org.

Nestled between both arms of Indian Beach, the village of Salter Path emerged in the late 1800s when local fishermen would carry barrels of mullet from the beach to the sound to trade with a boat offering sweet potatoes and corn.

Over the years, a permanent path was worn beside Riley Salter’s house; hence the community’s name. Take advantage of the locals’ knowledge of island history and enjoy the area’s seafood markets and restaurants, or stop in to see local woodcrafters and artists working at area shops.

rachel carson reserve Visitors looking for a “greener” vacation will quickly find the Crystal Coast is a natural wonder, teeming with wildlife. And there’s perhaps no better place to discover this than the Rachel Carson Reserve, a component of the North Carolina National Estuarine Research Reserve.

The breathtakingly beautiful area is a series of islands referred to by locals as Bird Shoal

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or Carrot Island and lies just across from the Beaufort waterfront. It can only be accessed by boat and lucky explorers might spot a few of the beautiful Carrot Island wild ponies congregating along the shore.

The 2,650-acre reserve is a favorite place for hiking, shelling and exploring the natural and human processes that affect coastal areas. The

site was named for Rachel Carson, the famous scientist and author who conducted research on the island’s coastal habitat.

Comprised of salt marshes, tidal flats, eelgrass beds and salt flats, the area is a favorite place for beachcombing, swimming and sunbathing, but is only accessible by boat. While there, you’ll spot water birds, wild horses and other natural attractions.

More than 200 species of birds have been sighted on the reserve and a checklist of these feathered-friends is available. The site is an important feeding area for Wilson’s plovers in the summer and piping plovers in the winter. The shrub thicket of the area’s middle marsh supports an egret and heron rook-

ery. Guided nature tours are a seasonal delight for visitors. For more information call 252-8380883 or nccoastalreserve.net.

swansboro & cape carteret Finding hills among North Carolina’s coastal towns is not easy … unless you’re in Swansboro that is.

Perched along the beautiful White Oak River on Hwy 24, between Cape Carteret and Jacksonville, Swansboro is a town with a unique hilly landscape that seems to cradle the historic buildings in its downtown district.

Visit the historic downtown waterfront for a day of antiquing, shopping, charter fishing, kayaking and delightful dining, or take a look at historic markers to learn about Otway Burns and other local legends. A lovely way to see the Swansboro area is to bicycle along the Swansboro Bicentennial Bicycle Trail, rent a kayak, or just park downtown for a leisurely walk along the waterfront. Visit swansboro-nc.org for more details.

As you head from Swansboro to Em-

erald Isle you’ll discover a treasure trove of antique shops, kayak shops and more in Cedar Point. Just before the bridge to Emerald Isle at the intersection of Hwys 24 and 58, Cape Carteret welcomes visitors with golf courses, restaurants, shopping and more. Tucked away behind the trees, beautiful residential properties lie along the Intracoastal Waterway on Bogue Sound.

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Going Places BEAUFORT HISTORIC SITE

THE HISTORY PLACE

130 Turner St., Beaufort, with year-round guided tours available M-Sat. Open 9:30am4:30pm M-Sat., March-Nov.; 10am-4pm M-Sat., Dec.-Feb. Bus tours of the historic district are available on M, W, F and Sat., March through Oct. Site includes the Old Burying Ground, Mattie King Davis Art Gallery. Details: 252-728-5225, 800-575-SITE, beauforthistoricsite.org.

1008 Arendell St., downtown Morehead City (Hwy 70). Exhibits feature local history, research library with extensive Civil War collection. Open Tues.-Sat., 10am-4pm, free admission. Details: 252-247-7533, thehistoryplace.org.

CAPE LOOKOUT NATIONAL SEASHORE 131 Charles St., Harkers Island, three undeveloped barrier islands offer natural attractions, primitive camping, Cape Lookout Lighthouse, nature programs. Details: 252-728-2250, nps.gov/calo.

CORE SOUND WATERFOWL MUSEUM & HERITAGE CENTER

NC AQUARIUM at PINE KNOLL SHORES On Bogue Banks off Hwy 58, 5 miles west of Atlantic Beach. Open year-round, 9am-5pm, except for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s. Admission: $8 adults; $7 ages 62 & over; $6 ages 6-17. Children under age 6 and members of the NC Aquariums admitted free. Details: 252-247-4003, ncaquariums.com.

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1785 Island Road., Harkers Island. Exhibits include decoys and carvings from the area’s best carvers, demonstrations, library and offices, gallery and gift shop, open 10am-5pm MSat.; 2-5pm Sun., free admission, groups welcome. Details: 252-728-1500, coresound.com.

On Carrot Island, across from Beaufort waterfront; also known as Rachel Carson Reserve.

See wild ponies, water birds, marine plant and animal life. Self-guided nature trail guide available at NC Maritime Museum or reserve office, 101 Pivers Island Rd., Beaufort. Details: 252838-0883, nccoastalreserve.net.

FORT MACON STATE PARK

NC MARITIME MUSEUM

End of Hwy 58, 2 miles east of Atlantic Beach. Historic Civil War fort, free admission.

Public beach, nature trail, history programs, state park open 8am-sunset; Fort Macon open 9am-5:30pm daily; bookstore and museum, audio programs open 9am-5pm. Details: 252726-3775, ils.unc.edu/parkproject/visit/foma/ home.

315 Front St., Beaufort. Open M-F, 9am-5pm; Sat., 10am-5pm; Sun., 1-5pm; free. Exhibits focus on state’s rich maritime heritage. The museum’s Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center across the street is open same hours. Details: 252-728-7317, ncmaritimemuseum.org or maritime@nc.dcr.gov.

OUTER BANKS WILDLIFE SHELTER HAMMOCKS BEACH STATE PARK 1572 Hammocks Beach Road, Swansboro.

Camping, hiking, ranger programs, seasonal passenger ferry from mainland to Bear Island approximately 15 min. ride, call for departure times. Details: 910-326-4881, ncparks.gov.

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100 Wildlife Way, Newport. Care for sick, injured and orphaned wildlife. Tours Tues., Th., Sat., 2pm. Pond with ducks, catfish and permanent wildlife residents. Visitors welcome for self-guided tours, nominal donation. Details: 252-240-1200, owlsonline.org.

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Tee Time Golf enthusiasts rave about how Eastern North Carolina suits them to a tee as soon as they discover the terrific and unique courses of the Crystal Coast. Most courses take full advantage of the area’s natural beauty and are built around maritime forests or near the water. When your eye’s not on the ball or focused on the hole, the Crystal Coast’s courses and their natural surroundings are sights to be seen.

Spring and fall are considered two of the favorite times for golfing in the area with sunny days and cooler temps, but golfing is truly a year-round attraction in Eastern North Carolina as our terrific climate allows for play almost any time. In fact, during the winter months golfers are delighted not only by the good playing weather, but also by seasonal pricing specials and having the greens more to themselves for play at a truly relaxing pace.

And during the prime time summer months, area courses ensure that the play remains at a leisurely pace, perfect for firsttime golfers or those who have had the game of golf in their blood for years.

Most courses feature clubhouses, resident pros, well-equipped pro shops and are open to the public at great rates. All you have to do is call for a tee time. And if you’re a Crystal Coast resident and golfer, ask about the courses’ benefit tournaments held throughout the year. The community is always looking for teams and individuals for tournament play to benefit local organizations.

Featured here are some of the best local courses when it comes to the Crystal Coast’s “golf coast.”

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streams in the residential resort, Brandywine Bay. Visitors enjoy a putting green, pro shop, snack bar and lessons by appointment.

Call 247-2541 or visit brandywinegolf.com (Map#52).

As the only golf course on Bogue Banks, the Country Club of the Crystal Coast is a treasure for golfers hoping for a picturesque setting of rolling sand dunes, tall pines, majestic oaks and a view of Bogue Sound. For group outings, membership information and times, call 252-726-1034 or visit cccrystalcoast.com (Map#22).

Silver Creek Golf Resort, located on Hwy 58, 3.5 miles north of the Emerald Isle Bridge, is an 18-hole championship course with newly renovated “Tifeagle” greens and Bermuda fairways. This beautiful par-72 layout golf course was designed by Gene Hamm and offers four sets of tees. Men can be challenged by our 7,005 yards of course while ladies can enjoy 4,962 yards worth. During your round, you will discover elevated greens, water hazards and bunkers.

Prior to your game, warm up on the driving range or work on your stroke at the putting greens. Call 393-8058 to book your tee time.

Also enjoy Crystal Palms Par Three and Hawaiian Thunder Mini Golf, two fun places to introduce friends and family to the game of golf. Open year-round and lighted during the season. Call 393-1020 (Map#25).

Celebrating more than 30 years of golf traditions and 27 championship holes, Star Hill Golf Club is the Crystal Coast’s premier golf club. Our three 9-hole courses, the Lakes, Pines and Sands, feature bent grass greens that will excite the average golfer and challenge the expert. We are nestled in the heart of Cape Carteret near Emerald Isle and minutes away from Swansboro. The Champions Room is the ideal place to relax after your round and settle your score. Our facility is the perfect setting for your next company golf outing, corporate meeting or family celebration.

Amenities: Total short game area, Cayman driving range, PGA professional instruction, rental clubs, golf shop, swimming pool and private airstrip open to the public. Memberships available. *Soft spikes required. General Manager and Director of Golf: Mick Brown.

Superintendent: Damon Libby. Course Architect: R.T. Birney. Call 393-8111 (Map#117).

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Waterfront Dining at Finz Grill

restaurant’s atmosphere can be one of the most important ingredients in a meal. If it’s too bright or pictures on the wall don’t fit your mood, chances are good that the food won’t either. However, that’s not really a problem at Finz Grill, where the serene beauty of Beaufort’s waterfront and the boats passing through Taylors Creek offer a backdrop that diners come back for again and again.

Combine this kind of beauty and tranquility with an unpretentious menu of fresh seafood and homemade ingredients, and you’ll start to get the idea for why Finz Grill continues to be a destination spot for tourists and locals alike, year after year.

“My philosophy is to give the customer good food that’s prepared professionally,” says Steve Jenkinson, the general manager for Finz Grill. “We’re not trying to do a bunch of food.

We don’t do pizza, or pasta, we do what we do and get it to them quickly.”

Chefs at Finz strive to only serve fresh local seafood when it’s in season and all items on the menu are made in-house, including all sauces, dips and the crab cakes.

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on the Beaufort waterfront, popular items on the menu include clam chowder, grouper fish tacos that are fried or grilled and fried shrimp that’s used for both shrimp burgers and dinner plates. Finz also has a wide range of burgers, wraps and seafood for both sandwiches and plates.

“We don’t try to have a bunch of things on the menu so we can do what everybody else does,” says Jenkinson. “I want to do a few a things and do them well.”

One of the more popular lunchtime items is a tuna steak that can be grilled, blackened or prepared teriyaki style and served over a salad.

Finz Grill also offers a childrens menu that includes grilled cheese or chicken tenders.

With dining offered inside and on the deck, many patrons also enjoy service upstairs on the upper deck, where a breathtaking view gives diners a chance to see over the entire Beaufort waterfront.

“That is our little niche,” said Jenkinson. “You know you’re right on the water. The view is beautiful of the dolphins, the wild horses, you can watch the boats coming in … you get the full panoramic view. It’s almost like watching a show.”

Finz Grill is located on the Beaufort waterfront at 330 Front St., and if you look hard enough you will find that its storefront resembles an old gas station. That’s no coincidence.

Once a fully operational filling station operated

by Geer Oil, Finz is still owned by the Geer family and offers diners that arrive by sea the chance to fuel up while they eat.

Reservations are not available between June and August, when dining is on a firstcome, first served basis.

For more information call 252-728-7459 or visit finzgrill.com.

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Local Flavor Island Grille, 401 Money Island Drive, Atlantic Beach, serves inventive, creative cuisine featuring fresh local seafood & ingredients, plus signature sauces.

Steak, seafood & pasta dishes featured, see the ad for popular Monday & Tuesday specials, extensive beer & wine list, open for dinner daily at 5pm, reservations highly recommended, 240-0000 (Map#135).

The following restaurants are listed alphabetically by towns. Call to verify hours, especially during off season. Map #’s refer to restaurant locations on our maps, indexed alphabetically by advertiser in each area.

Beaufort: Beaufort Grocery Co., just off the waterfront at 117 Queen St., creative menu of local seafood, beef, lamb & veal, freshly baked breads & desserts, original soups & salads, Sun. brunch; ABC, catering, open for lunch &

Atlantic Beach/ Pine Knoll Shores: Channel Marker, only restaurant overlooking Bogue Sound at the foot of the bridge,

dinner, open 7 days a week, Memorial Day to Labor Day, MC/V/Amex, dinner reservations recommended, available for private catered dining, 728-3899 (Map#75).

offers fine hospitality in its waterfront atrium

Blue Moon Bistro, 119 Queen St., fine

lounge & adjacent dining room, largest out-

dining in a casual setting in historic Beaufort,

side dining area on the beach, fresh seafood,

daily specials, comprehensive wine list, all

steamed or grilled, & Black Angus beef, open

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ommended, 728-5800, bluemoonbistro.biz,

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(Map#75).

11am. Catering available, ample boat dockage. MC/V/D/AE. No checks, no reservations, all ABC. Banquet, business function facilities, 247-2344 (Map#37).

Clamdigger Restaurant & Inn, Salter

Finz Grill, 330 Front St., Beaufort. Join us for classic Down East seafood, choice ribeyes, a full service lounge and panoramic views of Taylors Creek and the Beaufort waterfront.

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deck and dock space for water access. 252-

homemade dinners of the South, dieters’ fare

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& daily breakfast, lunch & dinner specials; oceanfront Cutty Sark Lounge has daily drink specials & DJ on weekends, 247-4155, clamdiggerinn.com (Map#57).

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Front Street Grill at Stillwater, 300 Front St., located in the renovated Topsail Marine boathouse, on the beautiful Beaufort waterfront. Creative coastal cuisine with

spectacular views of Carrot Island, Beaufort

Shepard’s Point, 913 Arendell St., down-

Inlet and panoramic sunsets. All ABC permits,

town Morehead City, uptown steakhouse with

serves lunch, dinner & Sunday brunch. In-

plethora of seafood, bar specializing in mar-

door/outdoor dining, reservations highly rec-

tini cocktails, exposed wine cellar, open kitch-

ommended for dinner, walk-in guests always

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welcome. The outside waterfront bar serves

Point’s own pastry chef (even the ice cream!),

light food and drinks all day in season. Boat

open for dinner at 5:30pm, closed Sunday

dockage available, 728-4956, frontstreetgril-

and Monday, now open for lunch Tuesday

latstillwater.com (Map#1).

through Saturday, Sunday Brunch begins at 11am, 727-0815 (Map#79).

Emerald Isle: Bushwackers at Bogue Inlet Pier on the

Swansboro:

ocean, serving island drinks, steaks & fresh

Trattoria, 108 W. Corbett Ave, Swansboro,

broiled/steamed/grilled seafood under a lush

for the freshest baked breads and authentic

tropical canopy. Open at 5pm daily, MC/V,

Italian dishes. Enjoy our pizzas, Italian dinners,

kids’ menu, all ABC, 354-6300 (Map#11).

sandwiches, breads and more. Daily specials.

Kathryn’s Bistro & Martini Bar, 8002

Phone: 910-326-5001 (Map#21).

Emerald Dr., dinner with exceptional American cuisine. 12+ wines available by the glass, 24+ martini choices. Come taste the difference, 354-6200 (Map#24).

Portofino, Bell Cove Village, Coast Guard Road. Now open for lunch, new lower priced dinner menu. Dinner served 4:30-until, 354-8111 (Map#30).

RuckerJohns Restaurant, Emerald Plantation Shopping Center, prepares everything in-house; great sandwiches, salads, pastas, lightly battered & barbecued shrimp, grilled seafood, steaks, chicken & more; open daily all year for lunch & dinner; outdoor dining available. All ABC, MC/ V/AE, 354-2413 (Map#31).

Morehead City: Sea Side Cheese Cake Dessert Shoppe, 1002 Arendell St., more than 20 varieties of cheesecake, pastries, cookies & cakes, coffee & tea, eat in or take out, open Wed.-Sat. 10am-5pm, 726-2339 (Map#48).

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Good Buys Tierra Fina, 415 Front St., Beaufort, hand-painted pottery from Spain, Portugal, Mexico, Morocco & Tunisia. Visit LUNA – A unique boutique of funwear, open 7 days a week,tierrafinanc.com, 504-2789 (Map#60).

Beachwear:

Art, Crafts & More: Blu Sail Gallery, 1103-A Arendell St., Morehead City. Featuring contemporary art, local and international photography, pottery, wood carving, stained glass and more with an array of classes for all experience levels.

Hours, 10am-5pm Tuesday through Saturday, open until 8pm on Fridays, 252-723-9516 (Map#15 ).

Carolina Artist Studio Gallery, 800 Evans St., corner of 8th, Morehead City. Largest gallery on the Crystal Coast featuring fine art, pottery & stained glass by local & regional artists. We offer a variety of classes. Hours 10am -5pm Tues.-Sat., 726-7550 (Map#27).

Handscapes Gallery, featuring fine arts and crafts on the waterfront in historic Beaufort. The gallery promotes American traditions in pottery, jewelry and glasswork with an emphasis on North Carolina artists. Over 200 artists are represented in a full range of work from the traditional to the contemporary in pottery, glass, jewelry, metal, wood and other media, 410 Front St., 252 728 6805, handscapesgallery.com, handscapes@gmail. com (Map#88).

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Fran’s Beachwear, 8305 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle. The Crystal Coast’s #1 choice for swimwear suiting every body type, size & special need. More than 50 lines to choose from including designer lines Gottex, Sunflair, Ralph Lauren, Guess, Kenneth Cole, Tommy Hilfiger, Perry Ellis & Tara Grinna. Girls’ swimwear sizes 2T thru girls 16. Elegantly casual clothes for beach days or evenings on the town, featuring Tribal, Nick & Zoe, Liz & Jane, Cotton Connection and many more. We have a wide variety of casual, comfortable & elegant shoes, bags, jewelry & accessories, 354-3151 (Map#13).

Pacific Superstore, 2 locations: 200 Loon Drive, Emerald Isle; 400 W. Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, the family beachwear store with everyday low prices, beach towels, Tshirts, shoes, skim & body boards and more.

Discover the Emerald Forest 18-hole adventure-style mini golf course across from Emerald Plantation, 354-9617 (EI), 247-6628 (AB), 354-5034 (mini golf) (Map#5).

Sandi’s Beachwear, West Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, emphasizes women’s specialty swimwear, sizes 4-24, juniors, long torso, special cup sizes AA-EE, separates, the right suit for every size & taste; maternity, mastectomy, casual & cruise wear by Ann Trinity, Jams World, Foxcroft, PB&J, Wild

Shopping Guide Palms, French Dressing, Tracy Negoshian, Peppermint Bay, Tommy Bahama and more.

Great selection of beach bags, sandals, hats, sunscreen (SPF 50), shoes and accessories, 726-4812 (Map#85).

T-shirts, embroidery, team sports apparel and specialty gifts alongside beach and boat bags, totes, soft-sided coolers and more. Visit the new store at Pelletier Harbor Shops, 252808-3008, (Map#9).

Rocking Chair Book Store, 400 Front St., Beaufort (Somerset Square), featuring bestsellers, children’s books, local/regional books, new & used, 728-2671 (Map#40).

Clothing & Accessories:

Books & Gifts: Beach Book Mart, Atlantic Station, Atlantic Beach, features the largest selection of books on the beach including bestsellers, local books, children’s, cookbooks, crafts, magazines & many more, 240-5655 (Map#98).

Book Shop, 4915 Arendell St. beside Kmart, Morehead City. Broad selection of new & used books in all categories; new books discounted including special orders. Used books include paperbacks, hard covers with extensive selection of old & rare books and a large children’s area with table & chairs. We accept trades & buy estate books. Come in & browse, 240-1163 (Map#94).

Dee Gee’s Gifts & Books, Morehead City waterfront, fine selection of greeting cards, paperback & hardback books, Byer’s Choice carolers, jewelry, toys, nautical charts, original paintings & prints, china, gifts, open every day, free gift wrap, we ship anywhere, 800DEE-GEES (333-4337), 726-3314 (Map#62).

ICW Gift and Monogram Co., 4426 Arendell St., Morehead City, featuring custom

Harbor Specialties, 437 Front St., Beaufort, offers “nautical but nice” fine gifts & clothing. Featuring the Tilley Hat, Vera Bradley bags & accessories with complimentary monogramming, Tervis Tumblers, Dubarry deck shoes, Chelsea clocks & barometers, boat models & ready to embroider Adams Caps. We do custom embroidery & logos inhouse. Bring in yours, 838-0059 or 877-3694999, harborspecialties.com (Map#128).

Island Essentials, Linen & Leisure Supply Company, 208 Bogue Inlet Drive, Emerald Isle.

High quality baby & beach gear rental equipment with free delivery & pick-up to your vacation home. Also bed & bath linen service.

Year-round, reserve ahead to ensure availability, 888-398-8887, 252-354-8887, info@ island-essentials.com (Map#26).

Island Traders, 421 Front St., Beaufort, 504-3000 and Atlantic Station, Atlantic Beach, 240-2825, features great names & great prices, come in & browse the bargains. Large selection of Vibram, five fingers and Merrell Foodwear. Find famous brands like Patagonia, Costa Del Mar, Smith Optics, Toms, Reef, Sanuk and more, beaufortislandtraders.com (Map#114).

Sandi’s Beachwear, West Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, emphasizes women’s specialty swimwear, sizes 4-24, juniors, long torso, special cup sizes AA-EE, separates, the right suit for every size & taste; maternity, mastectomy, casual & cruise wear by Ann (cont. on page 68)

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Trinity, Jams World, Foxcroft, PB&J, Wild Palms, French Dressing, Tracy Negoshian, Peppermint Bay, Tommy Bahama and more. Great selection of beach bags, sandals, hats, sunscreen (SPF 50), shoes and accessories, 726-4812 (Map#85).

Second to None, 4370 Arendell St., Pelletier Harbor Shops, Morehead City, women’s brand name clothing & accessories, sizes 0 to 3x, including maternity.

Casual to formal wear, shoes, jewelry & handbags. Original artwork, also available.

Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, 240-2002 (Map#9).

Tassels, Pelletier Harbor Shops, 4426 Arendell St., Morehead City, great place to shop for shoes, handbags, jewelry & gift items; a shoe store plus a whole lot more; we now carry a wonderful selection of invitations & personalized note cards for all occasions, 247-7463 (Map#9).

Top Deck, largest mens’ & ladies’ clothing store in Beaufort, brand names such as Fresh Produce, Royal Robbins, Sperry shoes, Rainbow sandals, Crocs, Hook & Tackle, Vineyard Vines, Southern Tide, Tori Richards and more; fill all your casual clothing needs from head to toe. MC/V, 7286670 (Map#114).

Gourmet Items & Edibles: Ginny Gordon’s, 1011 Arendell St., downtown Morehead City. Specializing in cookware, aprons, gadgets, knives, cookbooks & everything else for the cook, 7266661 (Map#58).

Gifts & Specialty: Bird Stuff Etc., Atlantic Station, Atlantic Beach, everything for the bird enthusiast: bird feeders, pre-mixed or mixyour-own seeds, houses, supplies & more.

Tilley clothes for men & women, Sloggers, Gnomes, Waterfalls, New Chairs. All in one

convenient location with Kites Unlimited, 247-7011 (Map#50).

Flip Flops, 7702 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, (Emerald Isle Mini Mart, Inc.), features flip flops galore, plus gifts of whimsy, clothing & accessories. Stop by to browse great beach gifts & must-haves while picking up your staples such as groceries, gas, bait & tackle, 354-3446 (Map#91).

Periwinkles, 510 Front St., Suite 2, Beaufort, “a really great gift shop,” features gifts, cards, invitations, stationery & more, 504-2002 (Map#14).

Grocery Stores: Harris Teeter, 5000 Arendell St. #102, Morehead City. Taking pride in offering the best quality and selection available when it comes to fresh food and all vacation necessities. Count on Harris Teeter to meet your needs, whether you’re stocking up your home, your vacation rental or are searching for a quick snack from the deli, 24 hours a day! 252-240-3742 (Map#15).

Jewelry: DP Jewelry Designs, 4667-C Arendell St., Morehead City, specializes in unique gold & sterling jewelry at reasonable prices, large selection of handcrafted bracelets, earrings, necklaces & rings; custom designs made on the premises, meteorite jewelry & fossils, original metal sculptures by local artists, dpjewelry.com, 727-0550 (Map#102). (cont. on page 70)

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Diamond Shoal Jewelers, 4737 Arendell St. (Hwy 70), Morehead City, specializes in nautical 14K & sterling silver jewelry, as well as estate and designer pieces including Scott Kay, Slane & Slane, Hidalgo and Pandora; custom designs, repairs & appraisals. All work done on premises, Tues.Sat, 10am-6pm, 726-9582 (Map#43).

J.R. Dunn Fine Jewelers, Emerald Plantation in Emerald Isle (354-5074) or Cypress Bay Plaza in Morehead City (7268700), offers unique & fine quality jewelry including unique pieces such as the Emerald Isle Destination Bracelet™. Take home this or another memorable piece of paradise or find the perfect gift here (Map#6).

Stamper’s Jewelers, 435 Front St. in Beaufort (across from the flagpole on the boardwalk) in business since 1955, large selection of diamond, genuine stone, 14K & 10K gold & sterling silver jewelry, watches

by Bulova, Seiko & Caravelle, large selection of gifts for men, women & children, jewelry, watch & clock repairs, engraving on premises, 728-4967 (Map#59).

James M. Wells, DDS, PA, 208 Professional Circle, Morehead City, dental care working to create beautiful smiles. One appointment crowns, complete family and cosmetic dental care, Zoom 2 whitening, new patients welcome, 247-3010 (Map#71).

Outdoors, Etc.: EJW Outdoors, 4667 Arendell St., Morehead City, offers a tremendous selection of recreational gear from all types of sports, plus biking, hunting, paintball & more, but fishing is a prime feature of EJW’s inventory. Find the best in rod & reels, tackle, bait & much more, 247-4725 (Map#93).

Kites Unlimited, at Atlantic Station, Atlantic Beach, offers quality kites & windsocks, stunt kites, unique games & puzzles, kite accessories, flags & banners; go flying with us 9am Sun., Ft. Macon State Park, 247-7011 (Map#50).

Medical:

Seafood:

Carteret General Hospital Urgent Care, 3722 E. Bridges St., Morehead City, 252-808-6611, provides full medical care 7 days a week for minor emergencies, such as sprains, simple cuts and ear infections, filling the gap when your doctor isn’t available. Open from 9am-9pm Mon.-Sat. and noon to 8pm on Sun. (Map#19).

Atlantic Beach Seafood Market, 211-A Atlantic Beach Causeway, Atlantic Beach, the only fresh seafood market in Atlantic Beach; fresh daily, shrimp, crabmeat, scallops, lobster tails, crab legs, tuna, grouper, mahi, trigger, flounder, salmon, special orders & more; locals’ choice for best seafood; family operated, Sonya Willis-owner; tackle outlet, 247-2430, (Map#8).

Crystal Coast Family Practice, two locations at 505 N. 35th St., Morehead City and 540 Cedar Point Blvd, Cedar Point.

Comprehensive medical care for all ages: pediatric, adolescent, adult, preventative, acute illnesses and injuries, women’s health, minor surgical procedures, dermatology, physicals, skin cancer screening.

Accepting new patients – appointments and walk-ins welcome, 726-8414 (More-

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Cap’n Willis Seafood Market, 7803 Emerald Dr., look for the bright red roof!

Fresh local seafood daily from Cap’n Willis boats: peeled & deveined shrimp, tuna, local oysters, grouper, scallops, clams, crabs, crabmeat, homemade crab cakes & more.

We pack coolers for travel! Open 7 days a week, 9am–7pm, 354-2500 (Map#41).

Look in our Fresh Foods Market for delicious Fresh fruits and veggies from our Farmers chef prepared foods to feed your day-at- Market make for great healthy and tasty snacks on the go. the-beach-hungry family.

Fire up the grill with the freshest freshest, tastiest meats you’ll find... straight from our own Butchers Market.

What are you celebrating? Anniversaries, Birthdays, Graduation or just Summer Vacation fun?

Well, whatever it is we have a cake for it.

Did somebody say crab legs? Don’t Don t miss out on fresh catches like salmon, crab and shrimp in our Fishermans Market.

We have a wonderful selection of beers and wines for special celebrations or a quiet night at the beach.

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Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

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Sunday Behind the Scenes – Aquarium Close Encounters. 2-3:30pm. Visit labs and holding areas, help with food preparation and feed the animals in this thorough behindthe-scenes adventure that includes an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck exhibit.

Ages 6 and up, $15. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Night Trek. 7-9pm Stroll the nighttime beach as you explore the fascinating life of sea turtles and look for loggerheads nesting in the sand. Ages 5 and up, $8. Details: 252247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Monday Surfing. 9am-noon. Learn to catch some waves in the North Carolina surf with the NC Aquarium experts. Surfboards provided.

Ages 10 and up, $25. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

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Kayak the Roosevelt Natural Area. 47pm. Explore tidal flats and quiet backwaters as you become aware of the intricate web of life thriving in this pristine natural environment through this NC Aquarium program.

Site provides kayaks. Ages 12 and up, $20. A morning program is held each Saturday. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Fishing Fanatics. 10am-1pm. Learn to catch the big ones from the surf with handson instruction from the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Equipment, bait and licensing requirements are covered. Ages 10 and up, $20. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums. com.

Dinner with the Critters. 6-7:30pm.

Join the staff of the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and enjoy pizza while learning about animal care. See what it’s like to feed the animals in the invertebrate touch pool.

Ages 5 and up, $15. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Wednesday Surfing. 9am-noon. Learn to catch some waves in the North Carolina surf with the NC Aquarium experts. Surfboards provided.

Ages 10 and up, $25. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Fishing for Kids – Bogue Sound. 10amnoon. Kids see what lies beneath the surface of Bogue Sound as they learn to fish with an NC Aquarium naturalist. Gear provided.

Ages 5 and up, $20. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Night Trek. 7-9pm Stroll the nighttime beach as you explore the fascinating life of sea turtles and look for loggerheads nesting in the sand. Ages 5 and up, $8. Details: 252247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Thursday Breakfast with the Rays. 8-9:30am.

Enjoy a continental breakfast and help feed

these amazing animals with the staff at the NC Aquarium. Ages 5 and up, $15. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Junior Aquarium Explorer’s Club. 910am. Preschoolers will love learning about aquatic species and wildlife with live animals encounters, crafts to bring home, storytelling and outdoor explorations. Ages 3-5, $8. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Picnic Paddle: Canoe the Roosevelt Natural Area. 10am-noon. Bring a picnic and enjoy a leisurely canoe trek to observe the mysteries of the salt marsh. Ages 6 and up, paddlers 12 and up, $20. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Friday Cape Lookout Exploration. Call for times. Meet at the ferry dock for a boat trip to Cape Lookout National Seashore. As you hike across the undeveloped island watching for wildlife, learn about the unique coastal culture. Ages 10 and up, $30. Details: 252-2474003 or ncaquariums.com.

Snorkeling the Sea – Radio Island. Call for times. Glimpse the mysteries below the surface with a snorkeling trip to Radio Island led by a NC Aquarium naturalist. Gear provided. Ages 10 and up, $25. Details: 252-2474003 or ncaquariums.com.

Aquarist Apprentice. 1-4pm. Join aquarium staff on a behind-the-scenes tour, help prepare animal meals and participate in some daily care and maintenance tasks.

Ages 14 and up, $25. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Artists on Arendell. 3-8pm. Beginning in June, local artists will offer demonstrations between 11th & 12th streets in downtown Morehead City. Details: 252-723-9516.

Saturday Kayak the Roosevelt Natural Area.

9am-noon. Explore tidal flats and quiet backwaters as you become aware of the intricate web of life thriving in this pristine natural environment through this NC Aquarium program.

Site provides kayaks. Ages 12 and up, $20. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Barrier Island Exploration. 10am-noon.

Trek the maritime forest, the salt marsh and the shallow waters of Bogue Sound to learn about the fascinating creatures that live in these vital habitats. Ages 8 and up, $10. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Aquarium Explorer’s Club. 2:30-3:30pm.

Live animals, outdoor explorations and creative art projects introduce children to the natural world. Ages 6-10, $8. Details: 252-2474003 or ncaquariums.com.

Summer Concert Series. 7-8:30pm. Presented annually by the Morehead City Parks and Recreation Dept., these free concerts are held at Jaycee Park in downtown Morehead City. In June, performers include Morris Willis, 4th; Scearce & Ketner, 11th; Infectious Blues, 18th; Six Guns, 25th. July concerts will feature: Carolina Beach Club, 2nd; The Main Event Band, 4th; Captain Mancave, 9th; Irvine, 16th; Veranda, 23rd; and Panyelo, 30th. Details: 252-726-5083.

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MAY Sun. 29: “Who’s Bad” Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute Band. 8pm. The music of one of America’s most popular stage performers comes to life at The Morehead Center for Performing Arts. Tickets are $20-30. Details: 252-7261501 or moreheadcenter. com.

Mon. 30: Maritime Day. 11am3pm. A picnic lunch, activities, tours and boat rides in Gallants Channel await visitors at the NC Maritime Museum’s annex site. Free. Details: 252-728-7317 or ncmaritimemuseums. com.

JUNE 3, 4, 5: Broadway at its Best! 8pm. Thrill to popular songs from “Oklahoma,” “West Side Story,” “Bye, Bye Birdie,” “My Fair Lady” and more at The Morehead Center for Performing Arts and Events. Tickets are $12-18, $6 for children 12 and under. Details: 252-726-1501, themoreheadcenter.com.

3, 7: Concert at Fort Macon. The Friends of Fort Macon annually bring visitors to the site with its popular concert program. This month’s performers include the Carteret Sunshine Band, 3rd, and Unknown Tongues, 17th.

The concerts are free and open to the public.

Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome.

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healthy with fun activities throughout the day at the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores.

Free with admission. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Shackleford Banks – Horses, Hiking and Heritage. 8:30am-12:30pm. Experience Outer Banks heritage and wildlife with a guided hike on the island. Reservations: $25, members receive 10 percent discount.

Details: 252 728-7317, ncmaritimemuseums. com.

10-11: Blackbeard’s Queen Anne’s Revenge Exhibit Grand Opening. The NC Maritime in Beaufort reveals the treasures and mysteries from the vessel believed to be the lost flagship, Queen Anne’s Revenge. The exhibit illuminates the life of pirates aboard the ship in 1717-1718 with artifacts, interactive features and fun facts. Details: 252-728-7317 or ncmaritimemuseum.com.

Fri. 10: Friday Free Flicks. 7pm. At Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation on the second Friday of each month. Movies are family oriented.

Popcorn and a drink are $1. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Call 252-354-6350 one week prior for movie title.

11-18: Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament. One of the oldest (it turns 53 this year) and largest sportfishing tournaments in the country, Big Rock is a term well-known in the fishing arena. Details: thebigrock.com or 252-247-3575.

Sat. 11: 8K Road Race & 5K Fun Run. 8am. Join the Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Dept. for its second annual race at the Eastern Ocean Regional Access on Emerald Drive.

Registration runs from 6:45 to 7:30am. Cost is $15 before June 9 and $20 there after. First 100 entrants will receive a free T-shirt. Details: lmorris@emeraldisle-nc.org or 252-354-6350.

Arts by the Sea Festival. 10am-5pm. Includes a juried show and sale featuring more than 100 artists and craftsmen, food, games and plenty of fun. Details: 910-326-7370.

13-17: Youth Tennis Camp.

Ages 7-13 are invited to participate in this Emerald Isle Parks and Rec. sponsored program. Cost is $70 for the week-long session. Details: 252-354-6350.

Thur. 16: Beach Jive after Five. 5:30-7:30pm. Enjoy live music and a peaceful ocean breeze at the Western Ocean Regional Beach Access, Emerald Isle. Free. Details: 252-354-6350.

Kayak Local Waters. 9am-2pm. Explore the marshes of Gallants Channel with the NC Maritime Museum. Reservations are required.

Cost is $40 or $20 with your own kayak. Details: 252-728-7317 or ncmaritimemuseums. com.

17, 24: Comedy Zone. 9pm. The Crystal Coast’s official Comedy Zone location, The Morehead Center for Performing Arts & Events, welcomes two comedians each evening. Tickets are $10. Details: 252-726-1501, themoreheadcenter.com.

Marsh Cruise. 11am-1pm.

Join the Coastal Federation for a cruise by small ferry and learn about coastal ecosystems, native animals and plants and what the federation is doing to help protect these special environments.

Details: 252-393-8185 or visit nccoast.org.

15, 24: Marine Life Cruise. 14:30pm. Trawl and dredge with a Duke University research vessel. Reservations are required. Cost is $25. Details: 252-728-7317 or ncmaritimemuseums. com.

Sat. 18: Livingston Taylor in Concert. 8pm. A Chapel Hillnative and brother of worldrenowned artist James Taylor, takes to the stage at The Morehead Center for Performing Arts & Events. Tickets are $30-40. Details: 252-726-1501, themoreheadcenter.com.

16, 30: Street Madness – the Evolution of Magic. 7pm. Magical Mayhem promises mystical, magical entertainment for the whole family at The Morehead Center for Performing Arts & Events. Details: 252-726-1501, themoreheadcenter.com.

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Sat. 2: Jason Michael Carroll in Concert. 8pm.

Contemporary country music star Jason Michael Carroll hits the stage at The Morehead Center for Performing Arts & Events.

Tickets are $30-40. Tickets are $10. Details: 252-7261501, themoreheadcenter. com.

24-26: BHA Antiques Show and Sale. Held at the Crystal Coast Civic Center, Morehead City, the show features more than 40 vendors from up and down the east coast with a variety of antique wares. Tickets are $5 in advance and $7 on the day of the event. Details: 252-7285225 or beauforthistoricsite.org.

Sat. 25: Youth Fishing Derby. 9-11am. This free fishing event offered through the Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Dept. is open to youngsters ages 5-12. Details: lmorris@emeraldislenc.org or 252-354-6350.

Living History Day. 10am-4pm. Join the NC Maritime Museum for a look at cultures along the North Carolina coast, including seaside crafts and Navy reenactments of the War of 1812. Details: 252-728-7317.

JULY 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: Comedy Zone. 9pm. The Crystal Coast’s official Comedy Zone location, The Morehead Center for Performing Arts & Events,

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2-3: CCAC Summer Show.

This juried sale of arts and crafts takes over the Beaufort Historic Site three times a year thanks to the Carteret County Arts & Crafts Coalition. Expect painting, photography, wood carving and much more. Show runs from 10am-5pm on Saturday and noon-5pm on Sunday. Details: collier1505@embarqmail. com.

Sun. 3: Atlantic Beach Fireworks. 9pm. The Circle bursts to life each year with live music and fireworks. Music begins at 7pm. Details: 252-726-2121.

ZoSo. 8pm. The Ultimate Led Zeppelin experience hits the stage at The Morehead Center for Performing Arts & Events. Tickets are $20-25. Details: 252-726-1501, themoreheadcenter.com.

Mon. 4: Morehead City Fireworks. 9pm. Morehead City Parks and Rec sponsors the annual celebration centered around Jaycee Park on 9th and Shepard streets. Details: 252-7265083.

Emerald Isle Fireworks. 9pm. The best seating is at Chapel by the Sea for this fire-

works display over Bogue Sound.

Underwater Bike Race.

Organized by Discovery Diving in Beaufort, this whimsical event celebrates the nation’s birthday with a wink of its eye.

Details: 252-728-2265.

Cannon Firing. Join the staff of Fort Macon State Park on the parade deck to view the firing process for the Civil War cannon. Demonstrations are planned for 10:30 and 11:30am and 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30pm. Details: 252-7263775.

Fourth of July Parade.

11am. Beaufort takes an old-fashioned approach to the holidays with families, businesses and clubs taking to the street for the annual parade. Details: 252-728-3917.

7, 14, 21, 28: Street Madness – the Evolution of Magic. 7pm. Magical Mayhem promises mystical, magical entertainment for the whole family at The Morehead Center for Performing Arts & Events. Details: 252-726-1501, themoreheadcenter.com.

8, 15, 22: Concert at Fort Macon. 7pm. The Friends of Fort Macon annually bring visitors to the site with its popular concert program.

This month’s performers include Conch Stew, 8th, Scearce & Ketner, 15th and the Morehead City Brass Consortium, 22nd. The concerts are free and open to the public. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome.

Fri. 8: Friday Free Flicks. 7pm. At Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation on the second Friday of each month. Movies are family oriented.

Popcorn and a drink are $1. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Call 252-354-6350 one week prior for movie title.

Sat. 9: BHA Summer Party. 7-11pm. Celebrate Beaufort summers at the Beaufort Historic Site. Expect wonderful food, open bar, live music, live and silent auctions and loads of

fun. Details: 252-728-5225 or beauforthistoricsite.org.

Great 4th Race. Traditionally rigged sailing craft rally to celebrate the historic voyages that carried the news of the signing of the Declaration of Independence to Outer Banks communities. Reservations required. Details: 252-728-7317, ncmaritimemuseums.com.

Carolina Country Showcase. 8pm.

Dewey Wells and Friends in a delightful presentation of country, gospel and bluegrass music in song and dance at The Morehead Center for the Performing Arts & Events. Tickets are $15 for adults and $8 for children 12 and under. Details: 252-726-1501, themoreheadcenter.com.

14-16: Barta Boys and Girls Club Billfish Tournament. NC Governor’s Cup Series tournament set on the Beaufort waterfront with prizes for marlin releases and weighins for tuna, dolphin and wahoo. Kid-friendly event offers low entry fees, trophies instead of prize money and junior angler prizes. Details: 252-808-2286 or bartabillfish.com.

Thur. 14: Beach Jive after Five. 5:30-7:30pm. Enjoy live music and a peaceful ocean breeze at the Western Ocean Regional Beach Access, Emerald Isle. Free. Details: 252-354-6350.

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CEDAR ISLAND-OCRACOKE TOLL FERRY 2 ¼ Hours - 50 Cars Reservations Recommended Call 1-800-293-3779 Jan. 1 - April 18, Nov. 1 - Dec. 31 Depart Depart Cedar Island Ocracoke 7:30 AM 7:30 AM 10:30 AM 10:30 AM 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 5:00 PM 5:00 PM Apr. 19 - May 23 Depart Depart Cedar Island Ocracoke 7:00 AM 7:30 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 12:30 PM 1:00 PM 3:30 PM 3:30 PM 6:00 PM 6:00 PM 8:30 PM 8:30 PM May 24 - Oct. 31 Depart Depart Cedar Island Ocracoke 7:00 AM 7:30 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 3:30 PM 3:30 PM 6:00 PM 6:00 PM 8:30 PM 8:30 PM Fares (One Way) Pedestrian $1 Bicycle Rider $3 Motorcycles $10 Vehicle and/or combination $15 less than 20’ Vehicle and/or combination $30 20’ up to 40’ Vehicle and/or combination $45 over 40’ up to 65’ Name of driver & type of vehicle are required when making reservations. Can call up to one year in advance.

SWAN QUARTER-OCRACOKE TOLL FERRY Reservations call 1-800-293-3779 2 ½ Hours - 50 cars Jan. 1 - April 18, Nov. 1 - Dec. 31 Depart Depart Swan Quarter Ocracoke 10:00 AM 7:00 AM 5:00 PM 1:00 PM Apr. 19 - May 23 Depart Depart Swan Quarter Ocracoke 10:00 AM 6:30 AM 4:30 PM 12:45 PM

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CHERRY BRANCH MINNESOTT FERRY Free Ferry - 20 minutes - 30 cars Year-Round Depart Depart Cherry Branch Bayview 5:05 AM ---------5:25 AM 5:25 AM 5:45 AM 5:45 AM 6:15 AM 6:15 AM 6:45 AM 6:45 AM 7:15 AM 7:15 AM 7:45 AM 7:45 AM 8:15 AM 8:15 AM 8:45 AM 8:45 AM 9:15 AM 9:15 AM 9:45 AM 9:45 AM 10:05 AM 10:05 AM 10:25 AM 10:25 AM 10:45 AM 10:45 AM 11:15 AM 11:15 AM 11:45 AM 11:45 AM 12:15 PM 12:15 PM 1:15 PM 1:15 PM 1:45 PM 1:45 PM 2:15 PM 2:15 PM 2:45 PM 2:45 PM 3:15 PM 3:15 PM 3:45 PM 3:45 PM 4:15 PM 4:15 PM 4:45 PM 4:45 PM 5:15 PM 5:15 PM 5:45 PM 5:45 PM ---------6:15 PM 6:45 PM ------------------7:15 PM 7:45 PM ------------------8:15 PM 8:45 PM ------------------9:15 PM 9:45 PM ------------------10:30 PM 11:30 PM ------------------12:15 AM 12:45 AM ----------

OCRACOKE-HATTERAS INLET Free Ferry - 40 minutes - 30 cars Jan. 1 - April 18, Nov. 1 - Dec. 31 Departs Hatteras and Ocracoke every hour between 5:00 AM and Midnight.

Apr. 19 - Oct. 31 Hourly departures from 5am-7-am and 7pm-midnight Departs Hatteras every half hour from 7:30am-7pm.

Departs Ocracoke every half hour from 8:30am-8pm.

tides & times Tidal Time Difference Between Morehead City &: Atlantic Beach Atlantic Beach Bridge Beaufort Inlet Bogue Inlet Cape Lookout Harkers Island Bridge

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T he Perfect Stay Strictly Rentals Hotels, Motels, Resorts: ATLANTIC BEACH Oceanana Fishing Pier, E. Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach, offers bait, tackle & rod rentals, fishing license not required, pier provides blanket license.

Caters to families with snack grill, arcade & paved parking for beach-goers, 726-0863, oceanana.com (Map#44).

PINE KNOLL SHORES The Clamdigger Inn on Salter Path Road has all oceanfront rooms with full amenities. Refrigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, hair dryers, irons, ironing boards, private balconies, restaurant, lounge, pool, hot tub, summer pool bar and meeting and banquet facilities, 247-4155, 800-338-1533, clamdiggerinn.com (Map#57).

HARKERS ISLAND Cape Pointe RV Park is a paradise away from home, complete with a white sandy beach on Back Sound and nearby boat access. Enjoy the sun, sand and surf in the park or take a short boat ride to Shackleford Banks or Cape Lookout Lighthouse.

Annual leases also available, 919-7955968 or e-mail mweaver@thepencos.com (Map#12).

Rentals & Sales: ATLANTIC BEACH Atlantic Beach Realty in the Causeway Shopping Center for cottage and condo sales and rentals, atlanticbeachrealty.net, call 800-786-7368, 240-7368, for a free brochure go to atlanticbeachrealty.net (Map#47).

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Cannon & Gruber Realtors, beach vacation sales or rentals, user-friendly online booking at cannongruber.com, 800-3172866, 726-6600 (Map#108).

Deanna Hull Realty, 607 Atlantic Beach Causeway, Suite 103. Whether looking to buy or sell, you should call us first. We specialize in resort properties. Deanna S. Hull, broker/owner, serving timeshare owners since 1984, 240-0273, 800-477-4180, deannahullrealty.com, deanna@deannahullrealty.com, bikes@deannahullrealty.com (Map#136).

EMERALD ISLE Bluewater Real Estate, 200 Mangrove Drive, offers more than 800 vacation rental homes and condos on Bogue Banks from Atlantic Beach to Emerald Isle. Stay with Bluewater for a week, a month, a year or a lifetime: vacation, monthly and annual rentals available, plus full real estate services for buyers and sellers. Voted Coaster Readers’ favorite rental agency. Several offices (island and mainland) to serve you. Vacation rentals, 252-354-2323, toll-free 888258-9287. Real Estate, 354-2128, toll-free 888-354-2128. See website for specials and to browse properties, bluewatergmac.com (Map#39).

CENTURY 21 Coastland Realty, 7603 Emerald Drive, has weekly, monthly and annual rentals, 800-822-2121, 354-2131, residential, commercial sales, coastland.com (Map#92).

Emerald Isle Realty, 7501 Emerald Drive, has been handing out keys to vacationers since 1962. Enjoy staying in one of their cozy vintage cottages, a condo resort or an elegantly furnished Sand Castle with a pool or elevator. We offer amenities and adventurous packages to please all family members, including pets. Going above and

beyond the call of duty for customers is an everyday occurrence. Visa/ MC accepted. 800-8493315, emeraldislerealty. com (Map#23).

Sun-Surf Realty, 7701 Emerald Drive, come for a week – stay for a lifetime. Over 300 resort rentals on the Crystal Coast. Rentals, 866-829-6849, 354-2658; sales, 877-698-3194, 354-2958. View rental and sales properties at SunSurfRealty.com (Map#2).

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AM Dolphin Watch A daily morning sail up the Newport River to a place where the dolphin come to play year after year. These dolphin are familiar friends to Lookout Cruises. Recognized by their individual dorsal fins, we’ve even named a few! The cruise departs daily from the Beaufort waterfront at 9:20am and returns at 11:15am.

Sailing Catamaran SUNSET CRUISE Our trip departs each evening for a 7-8:30pm cruise that promises a view to take your breath away. The red and yellow North Carolina sunsets are some of the most beautiful in the world, and they’re yours to enjoy as we sail from the Beaufort waterfront into the gentle breezes of early evening.

CAPE LOOKOUT CRUISE The beauty of the Cape Lookout Lighthouse and its pristine surroundings is unparalleled.

You’ll really appeciate the stability and comfort of this 45-foot catamaran as we briskly make the six mile ocean voyage to one of the premiere anchorages in America. Our 6-hour cruise departs at noon for the 1 1/2 hr. sail to Cape Lookout where you’ll enjoy two hours of unbelievable swimming, snorkeling and some of the best shelling on the east coast. Upon arrival at Cape Lookout, we beach the boat and serve up a delicious catered lunch from the Beaufort Grocery Co . A bathing suit and beach towel are all you need when you come with us to Cape Lookout. On board, stairs offer easy access on and off the boat. Large, clean restrooms and a freshwater shower are also provided for the return trip. We also visit the lighthouse where you can take spectacular photos & hear a brief history of the 160’ tower.

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