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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 saltwater-kissed 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.

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nc aquarium Sink your teeth into this: Shark Week! The NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores takes you deep into the world of the ocean’s top predators July 25-Aug. 31. Films, programs, kids’ crafts and other activities focus on these mysterious, much-feared and often misunderstood animals.

Shark Week activities are free with admission or membership.

For an extra dose of toothy times, stay late on July 29 for Sharks Family Night. The aquarium stays open until 8pm with a shark science lab, a roving shark exhibit and other “fin-filled” fun for all ages.

On Aug. 12, stay late and lift your eyes to the skies. Birds Family Night activities send your spirits soaring with live bird encounters, an avian version of “name that tune” and an owl pellet dissection to see “whooo” the owl ate.

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with hawks, owls, pelicans and other birds in Winging It – Birds in Flight. Native North Carolina birds soar overhead in Big Rock Theater in this new program. Tickets to the daily 11:30am show are $4 per person in addition to admission; memberships and discounts do not apply.

Get your “boarding pass” early – seating is limited.

Snorkeling, surfing, even a guided trip to Cape Lookout and other adventures and tours are available for additional fees. See the website or call for more information.

The NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores is five miles west of Atlantic Beach at 1 Roosevelt Blvd., Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28512. Hours are 9am-5pm daily, except for Family Nights on June 17, July 1, 15 and 29, and Aug. 12 when the site closes at 8pm. Admission is $8 for ages 13-61; $7 for ages 62 and up; $6 for ages 3-12; no charge for ages 2 and under and NC Aquarium Society members. For more information, visit ncaquariums. com or call 252-247-4003.

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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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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. Fort hours are 9am-5:30pm daily. Details: 252-726-3775.

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wish you were here Family Movies on the Water Families will once again find themselves flocking to the old Pavilion on the Atlantic Beach Circle this summer for a little family-friendly fun. Keeping its promise to have more activities on the land staged for new development, Atlantic Beach is offering outdoor movies through Labor Day. The movies, which begin at 8pm each Wednesday, are free to attend. The line-up includes: Wizard of Oz (July 14), Kung Fu Panda (July 21), Raiders of the Lost Ark (July 28), Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (Aug. 4), Field of Dreams (Aug. 11), Finding Nemo (Aug. 18), Pirates of the Caribbean (Aug. 25) and The Incredibles (Sept. 1).

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next scheduled film is Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince on July 17 and throughout the summer guests can look forward to Night at the Museum 2: The Smithsonian (July 31), Monsters vs. Aliens (Aug. 14), Sherlock Holmes (Aug. 28) and Julie & Julia (Sept. 11). Rain dates are the following Sunday.

Gates open at 7pm and movies begin at sunset. No pets, coolers or glass containers are allowed, however, picnic baskets and snacks are welcome. The cost to attend is $10 a carload or $2 per walk-in. To learn more, call 252-728-7317.

Return of the Shark The NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores is ready for some fin-filled activities, July 25-31, as it once again celebrates the most feared predators of the ocean with Shark Week.

Mascot Sunny the Shark will surely make an appearance during the week-long event, greeting youngsters at the door and strolling the site to meet visitors as they take in the exhibits. In addition, Powers said, guests can expect crafts, films and programs focused on these mysterious, and often misunderstood, creatures.

A great time to visit with the youngsters will be Thursday, July 29, when the site stays

open until 8pm for Family Night: Sharks.

Themed activities begin at 4pm and are free with admission. Please note that ticket sales end at 7pm.

“People love to look at sharks, they love to be scared … in a safe environment,” said Julie Powers, public relations coordinator for the aquarium. “So once we have their attention we like to teach them how important sharks are to our ocean’s ecosystem and that they are endangered worldwide.”

OWLS at the Beach It’s been 18 years and counting for the Outer Banks Wildlife Shelter Sand Sculpture Contest and the popular summer activity continues to draw crowds to the beachfront at the Atlantis Lodge, Pine Knoll Shores for a fun day in the sun.

The friendly competition features teams made up of local residents, businesses and organizations who take sandcastle building to a whole new level while supporting area wildlife.

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to cast their vote for the People’s Choice award each year and providing plenty of wildlife education for the youngsters. Guests can also expect to watch professional sand sculptors Sandy Feat in action. The group shows their support each year by giving advice to competitors and building a noncompeting sculpture. For more information call 252-2401200 or visit owlsonline.org.

Running the Streets Folks will be running the streets of picturesque Beaufort on Saturday, July 17 as the 31st offering of the Historic Beaufort Road Race takes to Front Street. The event includes a certified 10K run, 5K and 1-mile runs and walks, 10K and 5K wheelchair events and a 5K baby-jogger race.

Sponsored annually by the Beaufort Old Towne Rotary, the event helps fund scholarships for high schools seniors throughout Carteret County.

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The 1-mile run and walk begin at 7:30am.

The 5K baby joggers and 10K and 5K wheelchair racers take off at 7:55am and the 10K and 5K runs and the 5K timed walk begin at 8am. The Sea Dog 1-mile walk for people and their dogs will be hot on their trails, leaving the starting line at 8:10am.

Entry fees range from $24 for individuals to $45 for families before race day and are $30 and $60 on the day of the event. The Sea Dog Walk entry fee is $15. Entry forms are available by calling 252-728-4583 or visiting beaufortroadrace.com.

‘Buddy’ing Up The Buddy Pelletier Memorial Longboard Classic will see surfers lining up by the Oceanana Pier in Atlantic Beach, July 24-25. In its 11th year, the contest is sponsored annually by the Buddy Pelletier Surfing Foundation, a humanitarian program formed to honor one of the area’s fallen heroes.

With a cast of professional surfers from around the US and South America, the competition draws large groups of amateur surfers as well, all prepared to battle the waves for bragging rights and trophies.

Referred to locally as simply the “Buddy,” the contest fills two days, running from about 7am on Saturday morning until Sunday eve-

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backdrop, the NC Maritime Museum is once again offering its Summer Science School program through August, with an array of educational (and fun) programs for preschoolers on up. Get up close with pirates, take a lesson in sea stewardship, enjoy a little coastal photography, make a model boat or try your hand at fishing among other various activities.

Of course, the Jr. Sailing Program is up and running as well. Offering beginner to advanced sailing lessons, the program runs for two week sessions through Aug. 8. To learn more, or to get a full schedule Summer Science School activities, call 252-728-7317 or visit ncmaritimemuseum.org.

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Summer with the Ponies Have you ever wondered where the Shackleford Banks’ ponies originally came from?

Curious about what they eat? Well, summer visitors are in for a treat at The History Place, Morehead City, where a new exhibit examines the history of some of the area’s most loved creatures. With a life-size replica horse, photos, stories and loads of information, the exhibit was created by the Tar Heel Junior Historians Club and sponsored by the museum.

The club consists of students in 4th and 5th grade at Morehead Elementary School at Camp Glenn who are supervised by The History Place educator, Carol Smith. Funding for the exhibit was made possible through a grant from the Carteret Community Foundation.

The History Place is located at 1008 Arendell St. in downtown Morehead City and is open from 10am-4pm, Tuesday-Saturday. For more information, call 252-247-7533, ext. 101 or email historyplace@starfishnet.com.

Barrel racing, calf roping, wild bull riding and perhaps a few 10-gallon hats will be on tap July 23-24 when the Newport Flea Mall plays host to the 3rd annual July Rodeo sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Professional Rodeo Association. Men and women from around the region will compete for top honors in a variety of team and individual categories – with a healthy dose of excitement and fun tossed in for good measure.

The rodeo begins at 8pm nightly, doors open at 6. Tickets are $12 for adults; $6 for children 6-12; free for youngsters 5 and under. A concession stand is available for traditional carnival fare, beverages, hotdogs and hamburgers, and vendors will offer a plethora of items for sale.

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Seeking Shellter Each summer, as Crystal Coast beaches fill with tourists in search of a relaxing getaway, there are others sharing the beach with them that have more stressful matters on their minds … like starting a family.

While they are known for moving slowly, sea turtles are certainly on the go each summer as females crawl upon North Carolina beaches to lay their eggs. By early June the count was already five nests at Caswell Beach, two at Fort Fisher and one each at Emerald Isle, Holden Beach, Onslow Beach, Kure Beach and Topsail.

With so many turtles making nests on the beach this time of year, it’s important that us human visitors do all that we can to help them along.

Sea turtles are beautiful, majestic creatures, but if you see one on the beach keep your distance. Females looking to lay eggs can easily become frightened or disoriented, especially if you shine them with a flashlight or make a loud noise, which may cause them to abandon their mission and head back into the ocean.

It’s also a good idea to fill in any holes you dig on the beach. Newly hatched sea turtles making the difficult trek into the ocean can become trapped in holes and confused, making their chances of survival even less likely.

Plus, in some beach towns it is now illegal to leave a large hole in the sand or various beach gear like umbrellas and chairs, which can also impede a turtle’s quest toward the open sea.

Those staying in houses facing the ocean should also remember to turn off porch lights at night as turtles can become disoriented by their glow.

Garbage is also one of a turtle’s biggest enemies, especially empty plastic bags that resemble jellyfish, one of the turtle’s favorite meals. Remember that fireworks on the beach, which are illegal in North Carolina, also leave trash behind that must be picked up by turtle protection groups each morning as they walk beaches in search of new nests.

Following each of these steps is crucial for the beach’s human visitors if we want to help the odds of our sea dwelling visitors. As it is, a solitary one in 1,000 of these turtles will survive the arduous first year of their lives and of those that make it to the adult age of 20-30 years, only one in 10,000 will emerge unscathed.

Always remember, if you stumble across a sea turtle or what appears to be sea turtle tracks (similar to tracks left behind by a tire), try to stand downwind so they do not smell you, don’t take pictures or shine a flashlight, be quiet and contact your local police department as soon as possible (page 36).

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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 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 rookery. Guided nature tours are a seasonal delight for visitors. For more information call 252-838-0883 or nccoastalreserve.net.

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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 ever-growing 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

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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 abuzz 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.

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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 museum on Arendell Street in downtown Morehead City.

Self-paced walking tour exhibits include Native American artifacts, award-winning 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 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.

For genealogy and Civil War buffs, the Jack Spencer Goodwin Library houses more 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 tea room 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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beaufort Visitors to Beaufort (pronounced “Bo-furt”) are quick to discover the town is a special place on the Crystal Coast. As the third-oldest town in North Carolina, those who walk down Beaufort’s streets find a history that’s blossomed with sailing, fishing and architecture since the town’s incorporation in 1722.

History lives in the centuriesold restored homes, beautiful churches, on the Beaufort Historic Site, at the NC Maritime Museum, along the waterfront and even across the water in the form of Carrot Island’s wild ponies.

Originally called Fish Towne, Beaufort’s intriguing history is based on both land and sea, including famous patriots like Otway Burns and the notorious Edward Teach, also known as Blackbeard. The believed wreckage of the pirate’s prized flag-

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ship, the Queen Anne’s Revenge, was discovered more than 10 years ago in Beaufort Inlet and artifacts from this shipwreck are a crown jewel of the NC Maritime Museum’s many exhibits. Scenic strolls along Beaufort’s bustling waterfront are highlighted by fabulous shopping, fine dining and fiery red sunsets.

Tour and charter boats, plus a wealth of area artisans help make Beaufort a favorite spot to spend time.

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. Details: beaufortnc.org.

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nc maritime museum From towering pirate ships to modest hand-built skiffs, the NC Maritime Museum on Beaufort’s Front Street is the place to find a glimpse of North Carolina’s boating history. The Crystal Coast was built around its maritime heritage and the NC Maritime Museum serves as a vessel for passing that information and tradition from generation to generation.

If the name Blackbeard the Pirate sends shivers down your spine (or at least sparks your curiosity), the NC Maritime Museum is a must-see attraction. Artifacts from the vessel believed to be Blackbeard’s flagship, the Queen Anne’s Revenge, are on permanent display at the museum, raised from the nearby shipwreck.

Tour the museum at your own pace, browsing exhibits that depict the history of the US

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Lifesaving Service, whaling on the North Carolina coast, piracy, interesting species of the land and the sea and more. The museum also has a research library, gift shop and holds excursions to the Rachel Carson Reserve.

Across the street from the museum, the Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center houses a working boatshop and model shop where visitors can watch the restoration and construction of wooden boats. A new exhibit at the museum’s Gallants Channel site features shipwrecks and underwater archaeology. The maritime museum is open weekdays 9am-5pm, Saturdays 10am-5pm, Sundays 1-5pm and there is no admission charge. For more details call 252-728-7317 or visit ncmaritimemuseum. org.

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Escape to the Cape

By Sherry White

You forget how many stars there are until you go to a place where there are no lights.

That’s the allure of Cape Lookout National Seashore on North Carolina’s southern Outer Banks. No highways, no streetlights, no condos, no Wal-Marts, no fast-food joints, no anything – just you, the sound, the sea and the beach – a unique and adventuresome getaway with families, friends or a significant other.

Fishermen have known about this hideaway for generations. They come to stay in the sparse but sufficient cabins at Great Island Cabin Camp on South Core Banks or Long Point Cabin Camp on North Core Banks.

Some anglers bunk in their converted “fish wagons,” which, with a parking permit, can be left seasonally in authorized parking areas.

The 56-mile seashore is made up of three islands; 9-mile Shackleford Banks, 25-mile South Core Banks (locally called “the Cape”) and 22-mile North Core Banks (locally called Portsmouth). All are accessible only by boat.

Vehicles are allowed only on North and South Core Banks, often referred to locally simply as “the banks.”

Ferries service is available to all three islands. Passenger and vehicle ferries to South Core Banks operate out of Davis and service to North Core Banks operates from nearby Atlantic. Fees vary from “walk-on” rates to vehicle rates. People-only ferries to Shackleford and Cape Lookout Lighthouse depart from a number of locations, including Beaufort, Morehead City and Harkers Island.

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Fishing is by far the most popular pastime on the Banks, but you don’t have to wet a line to enjoy the beauty and magic of these isolated outposts. Shorebirds and waterfowl populate ocean beaches and soundside marshes.

Shelling along deserted shorelines can be a beachcomber’s dream, especially near the inlets. Scotch bonnets, whelks, moon snails, tuns, olives and other unblemished treasures are frequent finds.

Behind the islands’ dunes lie other secrets.

Timbers from shipwrecks are covered and uncovered by storm tides and strong winds.

Rusty remnants of cars brought over decades ago by local fishermen protrude through sandy hummocks. Songbirds, such as indigo buntings, barn swallows and red-winged blackbirds, flit as they feed among scrub thickets and marsh grasses. Sunsets over the sound and moonrises over the ocean are … well, spectacular is an understatement.

Set to open for public tours this sum-

mer, the Historic Cape Lookout Lighthouse,

bring a generator, which can be housed in a

complete with keepers’ quarters and visitor

nearby shed, to power your cabin. Caretakers

center, lies some 17 miles down the beach

are stationed at the camps at all times, and

from Great Island Cabin Camp on South Core

bag ice and gas are available.

Banks. A few miles south of the lighthouse

Because of their remoteness, these un-

is a little, hidden, fairytale village of historic

inhabited ribbons of sand come with a few

“fishing shacks” once used by area families.

caveats. A good rule of thumb: Bring every-

Nearby is the decommissioned US Coast

thing you need with you, whether for a day

Guard Station.

trip or a longer stay. Think “no stores.” Extra

On North Core Banks, Long Point Cabin

batteries, insect repellant, flashlight, hat, sun-

Camp offers duplex accommodations. At the

glasses, lots of sunscreen, all bath toiletries

north end of the island, adjacent to Ocracoke

and medications – everything you’d need on

Inlet, stands the preserved village of Ports-

a camping trip minus tent and firewood. And,

mouth – its history evident in its 20-some vin-

if you hope to see more than the few miles

tage structures, and its 1894 US Life Saving

of beach in front of your cabin, you’ll need

Station stands like an eerie sentry guarding a

some wheels – four-wheel drive wheels – or

lifestyle that grew too old for its time.

an ATV. The sand is soft and deep. On South

The park service offers cabin rentals through Dec. 3 at Great Island Cabins (252728-0942) and until Nov. 28 at Long Point (252-728-0958).

Core Banks, Cape Lookout Conch Tours can help you get around.

Is a trip to such an isolated place worth the trouble? A beautiful sunset or a cooler full of fresh fish will convince you.

Before you go, check out the park’s newspaper at nps.gov/calo, or call the seashore office at 252-728-2250 to get full details on accommodations, ferries and park regulations. To get a feel for the camps, visit greatislandcamp.com and Portsmouthislandfishing. com.

If you or your family are lovers of nature and beaches, you’ll find Cape Lookout Nation-

Miles of deserted beach offer surf fishing, long walks or quiet talks.

(Photo by Sherry White)

al Seashore to be an undiscovered gem.

Cabin furnishings are modest but sufficient.

All have hot water, private bath and a stove, but no refrigerators, phones or TVs. Visitors must provide their own linens, bedding and cooking and eating utensils. Some prefer to bring their own drinking water.

Depending on which camp you choose, screen porches or ceiling fans are available.

At Long Point, power is provided for light and floor fans. There is no power at Great Island, so bring a flashlight or lantern. Or, you can

Great Island Camp features 21 well-spaced, rustic cabins just behind the dunes.

(Photo by Sherry White)

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beaufort historic site

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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.

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

Spring features an annual Easter Egg Hunt and the ever-popular 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. 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: 252728-5225 or beauforthistoricsite.org.

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cape lookout national seashore 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 oceanside 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, which is working to rehabilitate the lighthouse tower to allow for daily public access.

The recently remodeled 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 are 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, All visitors should remember this is a remote, natural territory with no fast food, limited fresh water access and no lifeguards. Visitors and campers, remember to take whatever is needed to eat or drink, sun and insect lotions, hats and shoes.

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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: To protect Cape Lookout National Seashore from commercial development and guarantee quality access/service to the public, the National Park Service (NPS) licenses and permits operators, 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. (cont. on page 42)

610 Front Street - Beaufort, NC - Across from the Inlet Inn Corner of Front & Queen Streets

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PASSENGER FERRY SERVICE Begins 9am Daily, Departures Top of The Hour - Weather Permitting Shackleford Banks (CLNS)........A $15........C $8 Sand Dollar Island........A $15........C $8 Bird Shoal........A $13........C $7 Carrot Island (RCR)........A $10........C $5 Operates Approx. late/March to early/October SCENIC WATERFRONT TOUR Tour Beaufort & Morehead City Waterfronts 10am • 1pm • 4pm • 1¼ hrs June • July • August Call for early/late season availability Adults $17 • Children $10

HORSE & NATURE CRUISE Cruise Beaufort & Shackleford Shorelines 11:30am • 2:30pm • 1¼ hrs June • July • August Call for early/late season availablility Adults $17 • Children $10

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, go straight through the first stoplight and turn right at the second street (Queen St.), go straight 3 blocks to the waterfront (Front St.), and we’re 100 feet to the left.

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FROM HARKERS ISLAND: Cape Pointe Marina, 1390 Island Road, Harkers Island, 7.7 miles after turning onto Island Road off Hwy 70, 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. Also on Front Street, Beaufort, 728-7555. Cape Pointe Marina is open year round. All major credit cards accepted (Map#46).

Cape Lookout Ferry Service, Inc., DBA Calico Jack’s Ferry, departs for Cape Lookout National Seashore from LO’R Decks Marina on Harkers Island, daily 8am-6pm weather permitting; Calico Jack’s ferry runs on demand to Cape Lookout Lighthouse or Shackleford Banks; Calico Jack’s Ferry is the last ferry on Harkers Island & also closest ferry, taking only

FROM BEAUFORT: Island Ferry Adventures, voted 2009 Coaster Magazine Readers’ Choice Award Winner: Favorite Ferry Service, Tour Service & Outdoor Adventure Business. 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 No. 1 shelling beach; Carrot Island (Rachel Carson Reserve); Sand Dollar Island & Bird Shoal. Ferry service operates late March to early October. SCENIC WATERFRONT TOUR shows you the downtown waterfronts & harbors of Beaufort & Morehead City. HORSE & NATURE CRUISE rides the Beaufort waterfront & Shackleford Banks shoreline while searching for wild mustangs.

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during June, July & August. Private charters available for any occasion. Passenger & rate minimums required for all trips. Group rates, MC/VISA. 728-7555, islandferryadventures. com (Map#68).

Lookout Cruises, on the Beaufort waterfront, sailing Catamaran, providing daily excursions, guaranteed morning dolphin watch, sunset & moonlight cruises to Cape Lookout National Seashore. Info: 504-SAIL(7245) (Map#43).

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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LOTS FOR SALE OR ANNUAL LEASE 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!

www.capepointemarina.com Annual RV Sites • Boat Storage • Repairs • Ramp • Lifts • Slips • Fishing • Shelling • Swimming

Call Michael Weaver at 252-515-2302 contactus@capepointrvpark.com or email at mweaver@thepencos.com

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Pirate Invasion The streets of North Carolina’s third oldest town will once again be taken by force Aug. 13-14, as the third Beaufort Pirate Invasion blankets the streets of this waterfront hamlet.

During the summer of 1747, the God-fearing folks of Beaufort were run out as pirates overtook the town, pillaging as they went.

However, Maj. Enoch Ward, Col. Thomas Lovick, their troops, and a band of area residents took back their town by force just three days later, and put the pirates on trial for their acts.

Sponsored by the Beaufort Business Association (BBA), the Pirate Invasion celebrates this historic event through encampments, a pirate procession and a recreation of the attack and subsequent trials at the Beaufort Historic Site.

“We’re really trying for a kid-friendly atmosphere,” said Marlene Anderson of the BBA. “All of the events are surrounded around the Beaufort Historic Site and we have pirates coming from all over the place. We’ll have this great procession down Front Street and the goal is to have more young people dressing up, older people dressing up and everyone just getting out and having a great time together.”

Groups attending include the Shadow Players Stage Combat Group, Blackbeard’s Crew and, of course, Beaufort’s own privateer, Sinbad, and his vessel the Meka II. “I think Beaufort just lends itself to walking around in pirate attire – to seeing pirates camping out,” said Anderson. “We’ve taken great effort to make sure that everything is as authentic as possible and Sinbad has been instrumental in that. Everything that is piratey Sinbad has had his sword on.”

On Friday afternoon families are invited to enjoy “grog” with the pirates at 5pm at the historic site, with shrimp and hot dog dinners going on sale at 6pm thanks to the VFW and the American Legion. Guests are invited to visit the pirate encampment again beginning at 10am Saturday morning. The parade is set for 1pm and the invasion and trials run from

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Party with the Pirates is the only event requiring tickets and runs from 5-10pm on Saturday evening, featuring live music, a barbecue dinner and plenty of excitement. A cash bar will be available and dinner will be provided by Roland’s Barbecue, a staple for Beaufort residents and visitors alike. Tickets for the party are $16 for adults and $8 for children 8 and under can be purchased by calling 252-728-3988 or 252-728-5225.

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Passenger/Vehicle Service from Davis, NC to South Core Banks Cape Lookout National Seashore Family owned for 50 years.

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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 Highway 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 Highway 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 Highway 70, many people just passing through make their way down to Sea Level, where they join up with Highway 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 in 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. Details are available by calling: 252-7281500, coresound.com.

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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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sea & do recreation Beach Gear Rentals EI Beach Gear & Linens, Bell Cove Village, Emerald Isle; new location at Crow’s Nest Shopping Center in Atlantic Beach; open 7 days, free delivery from Emerald Isle to Atlantic Beach & surrounding areas. Daily bike & gear rentals, last minute deliveries gladly accepted, Visa/MC, 354-4404, 866-593-4327 (EI), 240-4404, 866-933-4404 (AB), boguebanksbeachgear.com (Map#17).

Bicycle Sales/Rentals 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, 240-BIKE (2453), 800504-2450 (Map#136).

Charters, Cruises, Ferries, Fishing, Tours Cape Pointe Marina, 1390 Island Road, Harkers Island, 7.7 miles after turning onto Island Road off Hwy 70, 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. trips to the Gulf Stream, call for reservations 800-533-9417, 726-4675 or 247-7501, MC/V/DC (Map#45).

Coastal Ecology Sails, as seen in Southern Living, 41-foot sailing yacht Good Fortune takes small groups (6 max) on customized trips for dolphin & turtle watching, shelling, birding & sailing, 2½ hr. tours, half or full day, 2½ hr sunset sails, depart Beaufort waterfront docks with marine biologist Capt. Ron White, 241-6866 (Map#33).

Davis Shore Ferry, departs from Davis Shore to South Core Banks on Cape Lookout National Seashore. Family owned for 50

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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 2009 Coaster Magazine Readers’ Choice Award Winner: Favorite Ferry Service, Tour Service & Outdoor Adventure Business. 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 No. 1 shelling beach; Carrot Island (Rachel Carson Reserve); Sand Dollar Island & Bird Shoal. Ferry service operates approx. late/March to early/October. SCENIC WATERFRONT TOUR shows you the downtown waterfronts & harbors of Beaufort & Morehead City. HORSE & NATURE CRUISE rides the Beaufort waterfront & Shackleford Banks shoreline while searching for wild mustangs. On these two 1¼ hour tours you remain on the boat & partial shade is provided. Our two tours operate approx.

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• Full Day Trips • Half Day Trips • 24-Hour Trips • Winter Fishing • Shark Fishing • Marina with fuel, bait, ice & tackle • Charter & headboat booking service for sports and bottom fishing

Call 1-800-533-9417 or (252) 247-7501

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August. Private charters available for any occasion. Passenger & rate minimums required for all trips. Group rates, MC/VISA. 728-7555, islandferryadventures.com (Map#68).

O Lucky Me, departs from the Morehead City waterfront for half-day inshore, full-day Gulf Stream charters on one of Morehead City’s newest Carolina custom built 60’ sportfishing boats, featuring a spacious air conditioned cabin with microwave, stereo, big screen TV & VCR for a comfortable ride to & from the fishing grounds. Young anglers welcome; for charter information & reservations,

call 808-7005 or 728-1587, oluckymefishing. com (Map#21).

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 (cont. on page 57)

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Have you ever noticed how many shops, restaurants and places to stay there are along the Crystal Coast? 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 nccoast.com with restaurant 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.

Ready? OK. Take a look at the categories on the following pages, making sure to fill in as many as you can, then tear it out and mail it to: NCCOAST Communications, Readers’ Awards, 201 North 17th St., Morehead City, NC, 28557.

We’re always happy to meet our readers, so if you would rather drop it by our office, that’s fine too. Keep in mind that all advertisers in our book will be happy to take your ballot as well … especially if their name already happens to be written on one of the blanks (hint hint).

Rushing to get out of town? Snail mail not your thing? We’ve got you covered.

Just go to nccoast.com and click on “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.

No matter how you get the votes in, they must all be received by 5pm on Aug. 6, 2010. The results will appear in our following edition of Coaster Magazine, delivered on Sept. 3, as well as on nccoast.com. Remember to please only vote once and vote in as many categories as possible.

Thanks and we look forward to hearing from you!

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Men’s Wear

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Kids’ Clothing

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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).

Family Fun 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 threequarter-scale 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 website for the full schedule or see Coaster’s calendar of events for programs & dates. Regular hours, 9am- 5pm daily. Admission, $8 adults; $7 ages 62 & over; $6 ages 6-17. Children under age 6 & members of the NC Aquariums admitted free. Annual memberships, $50 family; $30 individual, ncaquariums.com, 247-4003 (Map#49).

Parasail/Zodiac Speed Boat Tours, Anchorage Marina, mile marker 1.5, Hwy 58, the best on the beach, 10+ years experience, perfect safety record, call for reservations, 422-5500 or dragonflyparasail.com (Map#38).

Professor Hacker’s Lost Treasure Golf & Raceway, Salter Path, features gocarts, mini-golf, bumper boats, arcade & mining train, adventure & thrills galore for the entire family. At 10.3 mile marker, 247-3024 (Map#112).

Jet Ski Rentals Water Sports Rentals & Dolphin Deck, with two locations in Indian Beach & Salter Path. Sailboats, scooter rentals. Waverunners: New models for 2 adults or adult & 2 kids, full instruction & life vests, ½ hr. & hr. reservations suggested. Banana Boat Rides: Inflatable raft for up to 8, 2-mi. ride. Paddle Boats: 2-3 passengers. Dolphin Deck Tiki Bar: #1 Readers’ Choice Award Best Bar, over water on end of 200’ pier at the Indian Beach location, 2 levels, fabulous sunsets, cold beer, soft drinks, etc., 247-7303 Indian Beach or 247-4386 Salter Path (Map#64).

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).

• ½ day inshore • full day gulf stream • charters • 30 knot cruise

Young Anglers Welcome

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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.

Explore the hidden treasures of the Crystal Coast with Capt. “Barrow-Cuda” & his Buccaneers...

252-728-4129 • www.outerbanksferry.com

LUXURY HOUSE BOAT RENTALS

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WATER BUG TOURS

Narrated History and Nature Cruise.

See Historic Beaufort and Rachel Carson Reserve from our 18 passenger shaded captains launch while looking for wild ponies and dolphins. A little history, a little nature and a lot of fun! Harbor Tours - Departs Hourly 252-342-3577 • www.waterbugtours.com

Your one-stop shop for fun things to do on the water.

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ALL NEW INTERACTIVE SHOW WITH REAL PYRATES! 1 -HOUR SHOW STARTING AROUND SUNSET Check-in time is one hour before sunset.

Around sunset the pyrates of the Crystal Coast come ashore to resupply their pyrate ships anchored off Shackleford Banks

Join this authentic recreation of a Pyrate Camp on the Beaufort Waterfront.

Travel back in time to learn the TRUE history of pyracy on the Crystal Coast.

Pyrate Treasure Hunt

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Blackbeard may make an appearance to tell the real story of the Queen Anneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Revenge.

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Giving a Rip About Water Safety The love of water is what brings many of us to the beach each summer, but before heading out for a swim it’s important to know the dangers that might be waiting for us in the waves. While it’s easy to turn fears toward sharks, jellyfish and other sea life, perhaps the most dangerous of all isn’t a creature at all, but rather a rip current.

Rip currents are powerful, channeled currents of water flowing away from shore that typically extend from the shoreline, through the surf zone and past the line of breaking waves. These strong currents pull swimmers out to sea and those unaware of how to combat this phenomenon often try to swim against the current, where they become extremely fatigued and possibly drown.

The United States Lifesaving Association estimates that the annual number of deaths due to rip currents on our nation’s beaches exceeds 100, accounting for more than 80 percent of rescues performed by surf beach lifeguards.

The greatest safety precaution that can be taken is to recognize the danger of rip currents and always remember to swim at beaches with lifeguards. The US Lifesaving

Association has calculated the chance that a person will drown while attending a beach protected by USLA affiliated lifeguards at 1 in 18 million. If caught in a rip current at an unguarded beach, how you respond could make the difference between life and death.

Additional information provided by NOAA at ripcurrents.noaa.gov.

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Remain calm to conserve energy and think clearly.

Never fight against the current.

Think of it like a treadmill that cannot be turned off, which you need to step to the side of.

Swim out of the current in a direction following the shoreline. When out of the current, swim at an angle – away from the current – towards shore.

If you are unable to swim out of the rip current, float or calmly tread water. When out of the current, swim towards shore.

If you are still unable to reach shore, draw attention to yourself by waving your arm and yelling for help.

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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 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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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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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 Highway 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 Emerald 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 Highways 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.

hammocks beach state park Kayaking and canoeing, camping, fishing, picnicking, bird watching, swimming and strolling along quiet beaches are just some of the enjoyable pastimes found at Hammocks Beach State Park, south of Swansboro off Highway 24. On the mainland and on the state park’s Bear Island, rangers offer scheduled seasonal nature programs and talks focusing on the area’s fascinating natural features and history.

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Getting to Bear Island can only be done by boat or the park’s 2.5-mile ferry. On the way, you can view wetland inhabitants, including graceful herons and egrets. On the island a half-mile trail travels through a magnificent sand dune to the beach. Camping sites, hiking trails and a bathhouse are also available to guests.

Bear Island and Huggins Island (also in Hammocks Beach State Park and of great interest because of its lowland marsh system and Civil War history) have interesting stories to tell so be sure and inquire. Hammocks Beach State Park is open 8am until 6pm daily, September through May, and 8am until 7pm daily, June through August. The park ferry operates daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day, except during inclement weather.

For more information call 910-326-4881 or visit ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/habe/main. php.

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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.

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Sails Include Ecology Tours Turtle & Dolphin Watch Bird Watching Shelling Sunset Sails Kayaking Private Charters

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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 focused 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 a site 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 first-time 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.”

Accessed from Hwy 70 just west of Morehead City, Brandywine Bay Golf Club is an 18-hole, par-71 championship course designed among wooded areas, ponds and 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).

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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 726-1034 or visit cccrystalcoast. com (Map#22).

North River Club, Beaufort’s only golf community offers the Crystal Coast’s newest golf course. Located just five miles from the historic Beaufort waterfront, the course is open to the public with resident and non-resident memberships available. This championship golf course offers PGA professionals on staff, a large driving range and putting green.

Ask about information on their corporate outings. Call today for tee times, 728-5525, northrivergolfclub.com (Map#66).

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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local flavor: guide to dining out The following restaurants are listed alphabetically by towns. Call to verify hours, especially during off season. Map #â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s refer to restaurant locations on our maps, indexed alphabetically by advertiser in each area.

Atlantic Beach/ Pine Knoll Shores: Channel Marker, only restaurant overlooking Bogue Sound at the foot of the bridge, offers fine hospitality in its waterfront atrium lounge & adjacent dining room, largest outside dining area on the beach, fresh seafood, steamed or grilled, & Black Angus beef, open 7 days a week for dinner at 5pm, lounge opens at 4pm. Open for lunch Sat. & Sun. at 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 Path Road, features local fresh seafood, homemade dinners of the South, dietersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; fare

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

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).

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 & dinner, open 7 days a week, Memorial Day to Labor Day, MC/V/Amex, dinner reservations (cont. on page 78)

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recommended, available for private catered dining, 728-3899 (Map#75).

Blue Moon Bistro, 119 Queen St., fine dining in a casual setting in historic Beaufort, daily specials, comprehensive wine list, all ABC permits, dinner only, reservations recommended, 728-5800, bluemoonbistro.biz, (Map#75).

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 Inlet and panoramic sunsets. All ABC permits, serves lunch, dinner & Sunday brunch. Indoor/outdoor dining, reservations highly recommended for dinner, walk-in guests always welcome. The outside waterfront bar serves light food and drinks all day in season. Boat dockage available, 728-4956, frontstreetgrillatstillwater.com (Map#1).

Sharpies Grill and Bar, 521 Front St., participates in the Carteret Catch program and brings its diners an array of fresh local

Clamdigger Restaurant

All Oceanfront Rooms with Private Balconies

Oceanfront Banquet Facilities

· Daily Specials · Daily Breakfast & Lunch Specials $4.95

CLAMDIGGER INN

Oysters & Shrimp $11.95 2 - 8oz. Ribeyes $21.95 Seafood Combo $11.95 Shrimp $11.95 Filet of Flounder $11.95 Chicken Parmesan $13.95 Trout & Shrimp $11.95 Sun · Steak & Shrimp $18.95 Trout & Shrimp $11.95

Open 6:30 am - 9 pm Complete Menu for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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seafood dishes along with steak, chicken and pasta specialties. Expect fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere with impeccable service from this family-run business that always keeps your budget in mind. All ABC permits. Reservations recommended, walk-ins welcome, 838-0101, sharpiesgrill.com (Map#16).

Emerald Isle: Bushwackers at Bogue Inlet Pier on the ocean, serves island drinks, steaks & fresh broiled/ steamed/ grilled seafood under a lush tropical canopy. Open at 5pm daily, MC/V, kids’ menu, all ABC, 354-6300 (Map#11).

Kathryn’s Bistro & Martini Bar, 8002 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. 3548111 (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: Golden Corral, 4060 Arendell St., features Great Steak Buffet nightly, irresistible bakery items prepared & served by a friendly, helpful staff; healthy & reduced-fat items; weekend breakfast buffet you won’t want to miss, (cont. on page 80)

ALWAYS hot. ALWAYS fresh.

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great prices for seniors & kids too, Mon.-Fri. 11am-10pm, Sat. & Sun. 7:30am-10pm, 7261609 (Map#83).

Pizza Inn, 4121 Arendell St., always hot, always fresh pizza, pizzerts, pasta, stromboli, salads, sandwiches & more, 41-item lunch & dinner buffet 7 days a week, 726-0101 (Map#19).

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).

Shepard’s Point, 913 Arendell St., downtown Morehead City, uptown steakhouse with plethora of seafood, bar specializing in martini cocktails, exposed wine cellar, open kitchen, all desserts made in-house by Shepard’s Point’s own pastry chef (even the ice cream!), open for dinner at 5:30pm, closed Sunday and Monday, now open for lunch Tuesday through Saturday, Sunday Brunch begins at 11am, 727-0815 (Map#79).

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Dinner also served in the Atrium Lounge or on the Deck overlooking Bogue Sound

Open 7 DAYS A WEEK

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e r a f d e r u feat Front Street Grill at Stillwater There is no view more sought after in historic Beaufort than the tranquility offered up

by Taylors Creek. It’s where folks stroll all day long, boats slowly cruise up and dock and for those in the know, it’s one of the best places in town to have a meal.

For more than 10 years the relaxed atmosphere of Front Street Grill at Stillwater has invited diners to enjoy the view of Taylors Creek and nearby Carrot Island atop plush seats and among ocean breezes as they choose from an eclectic menu of treats from the land and sea.

Chef/owner Bryan Carithers has been crafting the restaurant’s unique mix of Southern, Caribbean and urban traditions in downtown Beaufort for 18 years. After establishing a clientele for nine years with Front Street Grill, he moved across the street in 1999 to his current location of 300 Front St., where the mix of view and menu helped that customer base swell even larger.

Carithers tries to keep the menu seasonal with mouth watering plates that have run the gamut from Wasabi Sesame Seared Tuna Sashimi appetizers to his famous spicy gazpacho.

“I always try to do gazpacho different,” he added. “I do blue crab or sweet corn … whatever I’m in the mood for.”

Lately, Stillwater’s most popular item hasn’t even been on the menu.

“I sell a lot of grouper,” said Carithers. “We do parmesan pepper crust or herb cheese crust. When I crust the fish, I like it to be as small as possible so it doesn’t dry out and I buy it local from Blue Ocean Market.”

While grouper remains a popular request (even among the waitstaff), one of Carithers’ favorite dishes continues to be the grilled Cajun Spiced Yellowfin Tuna served with a Creole vinaigrette, cucumber tomato salad and jasmine rice.

Stillwater’s full menu is available at frontstreetgrillatstillwater.com.

Diners have a choice of eating inside or outside at the Rhum Bar, where boaters motor right up to the restaurant’s 84-foot dock, built exclusively for customers looking for a bite to eat while out on the water. The Rhum Bar has its own menu and rum catalogue with more than 25 different kinds of rum and a creative list of mixed drinks with unique names like the PB&J Martini or the Dark and Stormy.

Stillwater is open daily for lunch from 11:30am until 2pm and serves dinner from 5:30-9:30pm. The Rhum Bar menu runs from 2-9pm and brunch is served on Sundays from 11:30am until 2pm. For more information or to make a reservation, call 252-728-4956.

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good buys shopping guide Tierra Fina, 119 Turner 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: Art and Soul, 220 Front St., Beaufort, is a unique store on the Beaufort waterfront filled with handmade jewelry, art and gifts – simply a fun, uplifting place to shop. The slogan “a handmade marketplace” says it all as the store supports local/regional artists as well as handcrafted fair trade gifts from around the world. You will find an eclectic selection of beads for purchase and can make a oneof-a-kind piece on site. Classes available. 5042005, jenny@artandsoulnc.com (Map#42).

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, Beaufort waterfront, chosen by NICHE magazine as one of the Top 100 Retailers of American Crafts; jewelry, pottery, glass, metal & so much more; over 160 artists represented, 728-6805, handscapesgallery.com, alison@handscapesgallery.com, (Map#88).

Sea Gypsy Gallery, 8201 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle. Whimsical art & contemporary art gallery, 626-4176 (Map # 18).

Fran’s Beachwear, 8305 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle. The Crystal Coast’s #1 choice for swimwear. Swimwear for 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#97).

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, 254-9617 (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 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).

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 (cont. on page 84)

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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 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: Harbor Specialties, 127 Middle Lane, 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).

Islamorada, Veranda Square, Emerald Isle, fashions & home accessories for ladies of all ages; a unique & different concept in shopping; fun & whimsical, a place unlike any other; your East Coast headquarters for Vineyard Vines, Michael Stars, Lacoste & much more; you’ll love the selection of clothing, linens, shoes, fun accessories & “feel good” lotions & lingerie & jewelry; shop 10am-5pm Mon.Sat., closed Sun., 354-5176. (Map#35).

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

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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, features great names & great prices, come in & browse the bargains at this terrific name brand & catalog clothing outlet. Visit the 2nd location in Atlantic Station, Atlantic Beach, 504-3000, beaufortislandtraders.com (Map#114).

Polkadotz, Pelletier Harbor Shops, 4426 Arendell St., Morehead City, featuring jewelry, clothing, incredible items from the Brighton collection, shoes, gifts & more. Come by & browse this fashionable store, 808-2000 (Map#9).

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 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, original paintings, fine consignments, women’s brand name clothing & accessories, sizes 0 to 2x including casual to formal shoes & jewelry.

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, 728-6670 (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, 726-6661 (Map#58).

E.I. Sugar Shack, 8002-F Emerald Dr., Emerald Isle (across from post office), a familyowned dessert shop that carries homemade desserts, including cheesecakes, layer cakes, cupcakes, muffins, pastries and truffles. Serving fresh brewed coffee and tea all day. Free Wi-Fi. Retail section features T-shirts, gourmet jellies, jams and sauces. Open daily, 7am10pm. Local delivery available. 764-2793 or 252-939-6682, eisugarshack.com (Map#24).

Gifts & Specialty: A Little Antique Shop, 121 Turner St., Beaufort. Step back in time with historic Beaufort’s newest antique shop. Browse antiques, vintage items, collectibles, oddities and curiosities. Appraisal services also available, alittleantiqueshop.com, 252-728-7325 (Map#15).

Beachcombers Accessories & Gifts, 407-B Causeway Shopping Center, Atlantic Beach, offers a wonderful selection of gifts & home accessories, all with the beach lover in mind. Stop by to browse and buy in this great

new store. Hours Tues. -Sat. 10am-5pm, 2220400 (Map#82).

Beach Outfitters Home Emporium, 1500 Salter Path Road, Salter Path. A must visit destination store, complete with Topsiders, apparel, fishing tackle/bait, home décor, beach gear and boating supplies. Everything for the beach and more (Map #7).

Bird Stuff Etc., Atlantic Station, Atlantic Beach, everything for the bird enthusiast: bird feeders, pre-mixed or mix-your-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).

Bits ‘n Pieces & Island Clothing, Westgate Plaza, Emerald Isle, unique gifts, art & beautiful home decor; casual & resort wear for both men & ladies, better brand names; experience the ultimate in affordable beach shopping; new merchandise arriving daily.

Three Shops ... One Location, 354-4664 (Map#3).

Dragonfly Import Co., two locations: Atlantic Station, Atlantic Beach, mile marker 3; Emerald Plantation, Emerald Isle, mile marker 20, offers unique gifts for all ages, import clothing, jewelry, accessories & music from Thailand & Indonesia, 354-2080 (Map#38).

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Relax and Soar above the Crystal Coast in Safety and Comfort. Parasailing is for the first-timer to the daredevil, toddler to the retired.

No Experience is Needed.

Fly with a friend or go solo.

Take a refreshing dip or 252-422-5500 choose to stay dry. www.dragonflyparasail.com

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Flip Flops, 3305 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, 5042002 (Map#14).

Jewelry: D.P. 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).

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, 7269582 (Map#43).

J.R. Dunn Fine Jewelers, Emerald Plantation in Emerald Isle (354-5074) or Cypress Bay Plaza in Morehead City (726-8700), 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, 7284967 (Map#59).

Medical: Carteret General Hospital Urgent Care, 3722 Bridges St., Morehead City. Located behind the hospital, the new urgent care facility is open for minor emergencies seven days a week during the summer. A great alternative for less emergent issues when your primary care physician is unavailable, such as sprains, simple cuts, burns and ear infections.

808-6641(Map#51).

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 illness-

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es and injuries, women’s health, minor surgical procedures, dermatology, physicals, skin cancer screening. Accepting new patients – appointments and walk-ins welcome, 7268414 (Morehead City), 393-6374 (Cedar Point), crastalcoastfp.net (Map#29).

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).

New Visage Laser Skin Care, 108 N. 11th St., Morehead City, full service medical spa offering skin consultations, laser treatments, facials, peels, Botox, dermal fillers, spray tans and a wide array of skin care products to meet all your needs. Book your complimentary consultation today, 808-2639 (Map#13).

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).

Tropical Paradise Woodworking, 8002-C Emerald Dr., Emerald Isle (across from the post office), offers handcrafted outdoor furniture, swings, gliders and more.

Also, handpainted nautical buoys, home décor, birdhouses and more. Open 10am-9pm, Mon.-Sat., 10am-4pm, Sun. Free refreshments daily. 883-1087 (Map#24).

Seafood: 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, 2472430, (Map#8).

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).

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Behind the Scenes â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Aquarium Close Encounters. 2-3:30pm. Visit labs and holding areas, help with food preparation and feed the animals in this behind-the-scenes tour that includes a look at the Living Shipwreck exhibit at the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores from above. Ages 8 and up, advance registration is required. Cost is $12. 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 with the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Cost is $10. Age 8 and up.

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

Night Trek. 7-9pm. Stroll the nighttime beach with the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores to learn about the fascinating life of sea turtles and look for turtle nests in the sand. Cost is $8. Age 5 and up. Details: 252247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Surfing. 10am-1pm. Learn to catch some waves in the North Carolina surf with the NC Aquariumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s surfboards and expert instructions. Cost is $25. Age 10 and up. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Catching Crabs and Clams. 1-4pm.

Learn the art of harvesting crabs and clams and the importance of conserving coastal habitats with the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Cost is $20. Age 5 and up. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

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Tuesdays Breakfast with the Rays. 8-9:30am. Enjoy a continental breakfast and help feed the animals before the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores opens for the day. Advance registration is required, ages 5 and up. Cost is $15.

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

Fishing Fanatics. 10am-1pm. Learn how to catch the big ones from the surf with hands-on instruction. Equipment, bait and licensing requirements are covered by the $20

fee. Age 10 and up. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Kayak the Roosevelt Natural Area.

4-7pm. Beginning April 3, the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores will help guests explore the quiet backwaters. Kayaks are provided.

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

provided. Age 5 and up. Cost is $15. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

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

Enjoy pizza, learn about animal care and see what it’s like to feed the animals in the invertebrate touch pool. Age 5 and up. Cost is $15.

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

Fridays Wednesdays Fishing for Kids – Bogue Sound. 9amNoon. Kids see what lies beneath the surface of Bogue Sound as they learn to fish with a naturalist from the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Gear provided. Cost is $20. Age 5 and up. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums. com.

Surfing. 10am-1pm. Learn to catch some waves in the North Carolina surf with the NC Aquarium’s surfboards and expert instructions. Cost is $25. Age 10 and up. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Night Trek. 7-9pm. Stroll the nighttime beach with the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores to learn about the fascinating life of sea turtles and look for turtle nests in the sand. Cost is $8. Age 5 and up. Details: 252247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Thursdays Aquarium ABC’s. 9-10am. Preschoolers spend an hour learning about aquatic species with live animals, crafts to bring home, storytelling and videos. Ages 3-5, $8. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Picnic Paddle: Canoe the Roosevelt Natural Area. 10am-1pm. Bring a picnic and enjoy a leisurely canoe trek to explore the mysteries of the salt marsh with the NC Aquarium. Age 6 and up, paddlers age 12 and up. Cost is $20. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Nature Crafts. 1-2pm. Create your own nature-themed masterpiece at the NC Aquarium with step-by-step guidance. Supplies

Cape Lookout Exploration. Call for times. Meet NC Aquarium staff at the ferry dock for a boat trip over to the cape. As you hike across the undeveloped island on the lookout for wildlife, you also learn about the unique culture of the coast. Cost is $25. Age 8 and up. Details: 252-247-4003 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 naturalist from the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Cost is $25. Age 10 and up.

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

Aquarist Apprentice. 1-4pm. Join the aquarium staff on a behind the scenes tour, help prepare animal meals and then participate in some daily care and maintenance tasks. Educators will teach guests about the animals as visitors assist with caretaking responsibilities. Age 14 and up. Cost is $25. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Saturdays Kayak the Roosevelt Natural Area.

9am-Noon. The NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores will help guests explore the quiet backwaters. Kayaks are provided. Ages 12 and up, $20. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums. com.

Critter Class. 2:30-3:30pm. Creative art projects, games, videos and live animals introduce young children to marine life. Ages 6-8. Cost is $8. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com. (cont. on page 91)

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CEDAR ISLAND-OCRACOKE TOLL FERRY 2 ¼ Hours - 50 Cars Reservations Recommended Call 1-800-293-3779 May 25-Nov. 1 Depart Depart Cedar Island Ocracoke 7 AM 7 AM 9:30 AM 10 AM 12:30 PM 12:30 PM 3:30 PM 3:30 PM 6 PM 6 PM 8:30 PM 8:30 PM Fares (One Way) Pedestrian Bicycle Rider Motorcycles Vehicle and/or combination less than 20’ Vehicle and/or combination 20’ up to 40’ Vehicle and/or combination over 40’ up to 65’

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Name of driver & type of vehicle are required when making reservations. Can call up to one year in advance.

OCRACOKE-HATTERAS INLET Free Ferry - 40 minutes - 30 cars Depart Depart Hatteras Ocracoke Through – May 11, 2010 Sept. 29-Dec. 31, 2010 Departs Hatteras and Ocracoke every hour between 5:00 AM and Midnight.

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July 14, 21, 28 Movies at the Beach. 8pm. Atlantic Beach is offering free outdoor family-friendly movies on the Circle at 8pm each Wednesday. The line-up includes: Wizard of Oz (July 14), Kung Fu Panda (July 21) and Raiders of the Lost Ark (July 28).

Wed. 14 3rd annual International Dinner. 5:307:30pm. The History Place is hosting its 3rd annual International Dinner: “Dinner at an Irish Pub.” An authentic Irish meal will be served, entertainment will be on hand and guests sample various Irish spirits. Advance tickets are $30. Space is limited. Details: 252247-7533.

15-17 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.

15, 22, 29 Cooking Class. 6-7pm. Join Chef Shawn Pratt of Gatherings as he hosts and prepares meals at Christina’s Collectables, Cedar Point.

Enjoy wine, food and fellowship along with the lesson. Cost is $30. For reservations, call 252-422-3071.

15, 29 Seashore Discovery Hike. 10am. Rangers from Fort Macon State Park meet with guests at the bathhouse to look at the variety of creatures found in the park. Details: 252726-3775.

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Cost is $40 for nonmembers, $35 for members. Reservations required. Details: 252-7287317.

Thur. 15 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.

Fri. 16 Traditional Boat Building. 9am-1pm.

Learn handling traits aboard traditional small craft. Reservations required. Cost is $80 for nonmembers, $60 for members. Details: 252728-7317.

Lunch with a Dash of History. Noon.

Join popular historian/raconteur, Rodney Kemp, for his tongue-in-cheek, yet highly factual look at Carteret County’s past at The History Place, Morehead City. This session focuses on the Language of Carteret County.

Tickets are $10 with lunch included; $4 without. For reservations, call 252-247-7533, ext.

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Contemporary Boatbuilding Carpentry. This NC Maritime Museum class teaches skills essential for building round-bottomed boats. Students learn to derive shapes of frames and planks, plank both carvel and lapstrake hulls and understand traditional construction techniques. Class fee: $110 for members and $135 for nonmembers. Details: 252-728-7317.

Civil War Reenactment. Volunteer reenactors will take over Fort Macon State Park for this free two-day affair, camping on-site and demonstrating what life was like at the fort during the Civil War. Look for discussions on period dress and flags, musket firings and drills. Free. Details: 252-726-3775.

Sat. 17 31st Historic Beaufort Road Race. This popular road race takes place on the third Saturday in July and includes a 10K run, a 5K run and walk and a 1-mile run and walk.

There are also wheelchair events and a 5K baby-jogger race. All the events start and end on the Beaufort waterfront and is sponsored by the Beaufort Ole Towne Rotary. All proceeds support college scholarships for high school seniors in Carteret County. Entry fees vary. Details: 252-728-4583, ext. 137 or beaufortroadrace.com.

Adult Learn to Sail. 9am-1pm. Learn aboard stable 17-19’ sailboats with the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort. Cost is $85 for nonmembers, $60 for members. Reservations required. Details: 252-728-7317.

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17, 24, 31 Concert in the Park. 7-8:30pm. Join the Morehead City Parks and Recreation Dept. for a free summer concert at Jaycee Park on the Morehead City waterfront. Lawn chairs and blankets are suggested. This month’s schedule includes Panyelo (17th), The Backbeat (24th) and R&B Express (31st). Details: 252-726-5083.

17, 31 Cinema by the Sea. 7pm. A summer outdoor film series is offered by the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort, at its Gallants Channel location on alternating Saturdays. Tickets are $10 per carload, $2 per walk-in. Details: 252-728-7317.

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20-24 Youth Tennis Camp with Tony Pereira.

9-10:30am. All levels are welcome. Ages 7-13. $70 for the week-long session at Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation. Details: Brittany Wood, 252-354-6350 or bwood@emeraldisle-nc.org.

Wed. 21 Discovery Time – Watson Shell Collection. 3pm. Retired research scientist and resident shell expert, Doug Wolfe, presents the history and biology of the popular Watson Shell Collection during this NC Maritime Museum program. View portions of this beautiful and rare international shell collection. Details: 252-728-7317.

23-24 3rd annual Rodeo in July. 8pm. Doors open at 6pm for the rodeo held annually at the Newport Flea Mall on Carl Garner Road, off of Hwy 70, Newport. Cost is $12 for adults, $6 for children 6-12, free for youngsters 5 and under. Details: 252-223-4019.

Fri. 23 The Sea is History. 4pm. This unique partnership event highlights a temporary exhibit at Duke Marine Lab which explores use of the sea for immigration and emigration of Caribbean peoples. The presentation begins at the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort, and continues with a tour on Pivers Island. Free.

Details: 252-728-7317.

Concert at Fort Macon. 7pm. The annual concert series offered at Fort Macon State Park has long been a favorite of area residents. Guests are welcome to bring lawn chairs and blankets and find a spot on the lawn for this free event. Scheduled this month is the Morehead City Brass. Details: 252-726-3775.

customs of the 18th century in the Josiah Bell House on the Beaufort Historic Site. Tickets are $8 and can be purchased in advance at the welcome center. Details: 252-728-5225.

Crab Cake Cook-off. 6-8pm. Taste delicious crab cakes made by guest chefs and vote on your favorite at this fun NC Maritime Museum fundraiser. Space is limited. Cost is $25 for members and $50 for nonmembers.

Details: 252-728-7317.

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Buddy Pelletier Longboard Memorial Contest. This annual competition attracts amateur and professional surfers from the East Coast to the Oceanana Pier, Atlantic Beach, including former and current East Coast, ESA and world champions.

The contest is organized by the Buddy Pelletier Surfing Foundation, a group created to commemorate a fallen local surfer which provides humanitarian and educational aid to members of the East Coast surfing community. The contest offers beginning surfers the chance to get in the water with some of the best while raising funds to help fellow surfers.

Details: 252-726-2314 or essie@hotmail.com.

Sat. 24 Victorian Mourning Presentation.

10am and 1pm. Learn about the mourning

Shark Week at the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Study the predators of the sea with special exhibits, dive programs, crafts, games and films that illuminate the mysterious and misunderstood world of sharks. The aquarium showcases four shark species that frequent North Carolina’s nearshore waters: bonnethead sharks, nurse sharks, sandbar sharks and sand tiger sharks.

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

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going places BEAUFORT HISTORIC SITE 130 Turner St., Beaufort, with year-round guided tours available M-Sat. Open 9:30am-4:30pm 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.

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 AND HERITAGE CENTER 1785 Island Rd., Harkers Island. Exhibits include decoys and carvings from the area’s best carvers, demonstrations, library and offices, gallery and gift shop, open 10am-5pm M-Sat.; 2-5pm Sun., free admission, groups welcome.

Details: 252-728-1500, coresound.com.

FORT MACON STATE PARK 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: 252-726-3775, ils.unc. edu/parkproject/visit/foma/home.

HAMMOCKS BEACH STATE PARK 1572 Hammocks Beach Rd, Swansboro. Camping, hiking, ranger programs, seasonal passenger ferry from mainland to Bear Island approximately 15 min. ride, call for departure times. Details: 910326-4881, www.ncparks.gov.

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

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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: 252-2474003, ncaquariums.com.

NC ESTUARINE RESEARCH RESERVE 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: 252-838-0883, nccoastalreserve.net.

NC MARITIME MUSEUM 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: 252-7287317, ncmaritimemuseum.org or maritime@ nc.dcr.gov.

OUTER BANKS WILDLIFE SHELTER 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: 252-2401200, owlsonline.org.

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ATLANTIC BEACH Oceanana Family Resort, oceanfront motel caters to families with children, 2- and 3-room suites available, pool, playground, free poolside tropical breakfast for guests in the summer, free pier fishing for guests in the spring and fall, no fishing license required, pier has blanket license, 726-4111, 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, 919-795-5968 or e-mail mweaver@thepencos.com (Map#12).

LO’R Decks at Calico Jack’s, LLC, family owned & operated motel. Beautiful views of Cape Lookout. Closest marina and lodging to Cape Lookout. Cape Lookout Ferry Service, Inc. DBA Calico Jack’s Ferry provides a passenger ferry service from LO’R Decks Marina at Harkers Island. For prices and departure times, call 728-3575 (Map#90).

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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).

Cannon & Gruber Realtors, beach vacation sales or rentals, user-friendly online booking at cannongruber.com, 800-317-2866, 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). (cont. on page 96)

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EMERALD ISLE Bluewater GMAC 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 GMAC 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

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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. 800-849-3315, 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, 877-6983194, 354-2958. View rental and sales properties at SunSurfRealty.com (Map#2).

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cover the diversity of design in the extraordinary shapes of marine animals. Free. Details: 252-728-7317.

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Wed. 28 Discovery Time – Microscopic Marine Life. 3pm. Be surprised and amazed by what swims in a small drop of seawater. Join NC Maritime Museum volunteers to catch a larger than life glimpse of live plankton that inhabits Taylors Creek. Free. Details: 252-7287317.

Civil War Musket Demonstration.

10:30am & 2:30pm. Meet at the entrance of Fort Macon State Park to learn about the Civil War musket and the process of firing it. Details: 252-726-3775.

Sun. 1 First Sunday in the Gardens. 1-5pm.

The gardens at Tryon Palace Historic Sites are free on the first Sunday of each month. Details: 252-514-4900 or tryonpalace.org.

29-31 Ducks Unlimited Band the Billfish Tournament. NC Governor’s Cup Series Tournament with prizes for marlin releases and weigh-ins for tuna, dolphin and wahoo.

Weigh-ins at Big Rock Landing on the Morehead City waterfront. Details: bandthebillfish. com.

Fri. 30 Lunch with a Dash of History. Noon.

Join popular historian/raconteur, Rodney Kemp, for his tongue-in-cheek, yet highly factual look at Carteret County’s past at The History Place, Morehead City. This session focuses on Visiting the Promise Land. Tickets are $10 with lunch included; $4 without. For reservations, call 252-247-7533, ext. 106.

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4, 11, 18, 25 Movies at the Beach. 8pm. Atlantic Beach is offering free outdoor family-friendly movies on the Circle. The movies begin at 8pm each Wednesday. The line-up includes: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (Aug. 4), Field of Dreams (Aug. 11), Finding Nemo (Aug. 18) and Pirates of the Caribbean (Aug. 25).

4, 18 Birding for Beginners. 10am. Meet a ranger from Fort Macon State Park at the site’s visitor’s center to learn the basics of bird watching. A leisurely hike will follow to identify birds nearby. Details: 252-726-3775.

5, 12, 19, 26 Cooking Class. 6-7pm. Join Chef Shawn Pratt of Gatherings as he hosts and prepares meals at Christina’s Collectables, Cedar Point.

Enjoy wine, food and fellowship along with the lesson. Cost is $30. For reservations, call 252-422-3071. (Every Thursday)

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Build a Boat in a Day. Each adult and child team uses the stitch-and-glue technique to assemble a prepared kit for a small flat-bottomed plywood boat suitable for rowing or paddling through this NC Maritime Museum program. The boat is 7’10” long, 32” wide and weighs about 40 pounds. The minimum age limit is 8. Cost is $275 for members and $300 for nonmembers. Details: 252-728-7317.

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Seashore Critter Sampler. 10am. Meet a ranger from Fort Macon State Park to see what lives in and near the surf. Park visitors can try their hand at finding critters to talk to the ranger about. Water shoes are recommended. Group meets at the bathhouse. Details: 252-726-3775.

Thur. 5 Artist Reception. 5-7pm. Meet featured artist, Diana Malinowski, and view her work on display at the Mattie King Davis Art Gallery on the Beaufort Historic Site through August and September. Details: 252-728-5225.

7, 14, 21, 28 Concert in the Park. 7-8:30pm. Join the Morehead City Parks and Recreation Dept. for a free summer concert at Jaycee Park on the Morehead City waterfront. Lawn chairs and blankets are suggested. This month’s schedule includes, The Seaside Band (7th), White Oak River Boys (14th), Pauline Smith and Jay Barnes (21st) and Scearce & Ketner (28th).

Details: 252-726-5083.

Marine Life Collecting Cruise. 9am12:30pm. Trawl and dredge aboard a Duke University research vessel. Reservations required. Cost is $25. Details: 252-728-7317.

12, 24 Learn to Kayak. 9am-1pm. Basic instruction and a relaxing paddle through the salt marsh with the staff of the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort. Cost is $25. Reservations required. Details: 252-728-7317.

Sat. 7 Emerald Isle Summer Series – 2v2 Beach Volleyball Tournaments. 9am.

Open gender series. Players must be 16. Team fee is $55. Prize money to two top teams.

Teams must bring their own ball and act as officials when not playing. Refunds issued for inclement weather. Details: 252-354-6350 or bwood@emeraldisle-nc.org.

Sculpt for Wildlife. This annual Outer Banks Wildlife Shelter sand sculpting contest is held on the beach in front of the Atlantic Lodge in Pine Knoll Shores on the first Saturday in August. Professional sand sculptors mingle with family teams to help offer support, teach classes and do demonstrations.

Several awards are presented, including People’s Choice. Details: 252-240-1200.

Huge Summer Craft Fair. 9am-4pm. The History Place, Morehead City, will come to life this summer for its indoor Summer Craft Fair.

Expect for find dolls, pottery, jewelry, glass, birdhouses, photography, sculpture, painted gourds and much more from the 40 crafters on hand. Hot dogs and drinks will be available throughout the day. Free. Details: 252-2477533 or historyplace@starfishnet.com.

12, 26 Seashore Discovery Hike. 10am. Rangers from Fort Macon State Park meet with guests at the bathhouse to look at the variety of creatures found in the park. Details: 252726-3775.

Thur. 12 Depression Bead Workshop. 10am.

Learn about Depression beads with leader Gigi Koehler in the Beaufort Historical Association Welcome Center. Details: 252-728-5225.

Family Night at the Aquarium – Birds.

The NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores stays open until 8pm for its fun-filled Family Nights.

Special projects, crafts and other themed activities make this a family favorite. Ticket sales end at 7. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

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the Beaufort Historical Association is on tap with pirates traveling in to Carteret County to participate. The only ticketed event, the Party with the Pirates runs from 5-10pm on Saturday evening, featuring live music, a barbecue dinner and plenty of excitement. A cash bar will be available and dinner will be provided

by Roland’s Barbecue. Tickets are $16 for adults and $8 for children under 8 and can be purchased by calling 252-728-3988 or 252728-5225.

Shackleford Banks: Horses, Hiking and History. 8:30am-12:30pm. Experience Outer Banks heritage and wildlife with a guided visit to the island through this NC Maritime Museum program. Reservations required.

Cost is $25. Details: 252-728-7317.

Fri. 13 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. Bring chairs or blankets. No outside beverages or snacks are allowed. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Call 252-354-6350 one week prior for movie title.

Lunch with a Dash of History. Noon.

Join popular historian/raconteur, Rodney Kemp, for his tongue-in-cheek, yet highly factual look at Carteret County’s past at The History Place, Morehead City. This session’s theme is Back to Beautiful Beaufort. Tickets are $10 with lunch included; $4 without. For reservations, call 252-247-7533, ext. 106.

14, 28 Cinema by the Sea. 7pm. Join the NC Maritime Museum in Beaufort for its outdoor summer film series at the Gallants Channel property off of West Beaufort Road. Movies are held on alternate Saturday nights. On Aug. 14 catch Monsters vs. Aliens and on Aug. 28 view Sherlock Holmes. $10 a carload, $2 walkin. Details: 252-728-7317.

Sat. 14 Build a Boat in a Day. Each adult and child team uses the stitch-and-glue technique to assemble a prepared kit for a small flat-bottomed plywood boat suitable for rowing or paddling through this NC Maritime Museum program. The boat is 7’10” long, 32” wide and weighs about 40 pounds. The minimum age for this class is 8. Cost is $275 for members and $300 for nonmembers. Details: 252-728-7317.

Pirates of NC. 10am-4pm. Held in collaboration with the Beaufort Pirate Invasion, this event brings buccaneers together with local artists at the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort.

Details: 252-728-7317.

Thur. 19 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.

Third Thursday. 6-8pm. Enjoy free music on the Beaufort waterfront on the third Thursday of each month courtesy of the Beaufort Business Association.

21-22 Traditional Boatbuilding Carpentry.

Traditional techniques, developed to solve woodworking problems unique to vernacular boatbuilding, are taught in this hands-on workshop. Participants work as a team to construct a 12 to 14-foot version of a traditional “rack of eye” flat-bottomed skiff. Cost is $110 for members and $135 for nonmembers. Details: 252-728-7317.

Sat. 21 Scrapbooking Workshop. A scrapbooking workshop with Linda Phelps will be held from 10am-1pm at Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation for ages 12 and up. Preregistration is required. The cost is $5 and includes the use of tools and a snack. Additional packages are available. Details: Linda Phelps at 910326-6164 or rphelps@ec.rr.com.

Adult Learn to Sail. 9am-1pm. Learn aboard stable 17-19-foot sailboats with staff from the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort.

Cost is $85 for nonmembers and $60 for members. Reservations required. Details: 252-728-7317.

Fri. 27 Lunch with a Dash of History. Noon.

Join popular historian/raconteur, Rodney Kemp, for his tongue-in-cheek, yet highly factual look at Carteret County’s past at The History Place, Morehead City. The title of this week’s program is More Morehead City.

Tickets are $10 with lunch included; $4 without. For reservations, call 252-247-7533, ext.

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