Island Review August 2011 Edition

August 2011

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CAPE CARTERET-$269,000

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9’ ceilings, island, stainless appliances, large GR, master has garden tub and shower. Located on nicely landscaped lot in Cape Carteret which has boat ramp and pier. Five minutes to beach. Approx. 900 sq ft attic which could be finished. Home is off-frame modular.

EMERALD ISLE-$360,000

6th row oceanside home that has been updated with additional living/dining area and master suite.

Open kitchen/living room, formal dining room, 4BR/3BA, lots of decking, garage and storage room, carport, fenced backyard, irr system and more. Great permanent or 2nd home. Short walk to the beach. Short Sale.

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OCEANFRONT-$2,800,000

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EMERALD ISLE-$139,000

Very well maintained 2BR/2BA mobile home on a permanent lot. Soundside and close to everything.....Beach, shopping, Marina and bike and jogging trails. Perfect beach retreat!

CAPE CARTERET-$310,000

Views Views Views! Very well maintained home with panoramic views of the ICW and Emerald Isle Bridge. Gorgeous corner lot. Call agent for appt to show and details on estate sale.

OCEAN REEF CONDOS-$54,995

Oceanfront 1/2 duplex with 1/10th ownership...5 weeks per year. Breathtaking views! Spacious custom design with lots of living area, nice kitchen with solid surface countertops, stone FP, whirlpool tub, huge master suite, decks and patio.

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SOUND OF THE SEA $298,900

Completely renovated in 2004 with upgrades and beachy decor. First floor unit with great views! Well maintained and currently on rental market. Located in West building with elevator.

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CAPE CARTERET-$218,500

Open floorplan, new construction home. Kitchen with breakfast area and pantry, formal dining room, open living room with fireplace, master suite with large walk in closet and double vanity/ garden tub/sep shower, laundry room and extra storage. Screened porch, patio, dbl garage. A great value and great location.

EMERALD ISLE- $24,700

Renovated kitchen and living room in 2010 with updated appliances, countertops, cabinets and flooring. Exterior recently painted. Convenient to shopping, restaurants, Marina, churches and beach. In great shape!

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Island Review Vol. 16, Issue #8 August 2011 News 8 Coasting: Events 18 Coastal Currents 30 Bulletin Board 38 Property Watch Atlantic Beach 42 Town Council Meeting 43 Mayor’s Notes Emerald Isle 22 Mayor’s Notes 26 Emerald Tidings 28 Town Council Meeting 30 Staying Busy Pine Knoll Shores 44 Town Council Meeting 45 Club News 46 Mayor’s Notes

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This wonderland of pirates and ships was created by the sand sculpting team of Sandy Feat and displayed this July at the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. See this amazing team in action during a special event sponsored by OWLS (see Page 8). Photo by Julie Powers.

Thanks to our Contributors: Yvette Bannen, Elizabeth Barrow, Joanne Belanger, Denise Brady, Trace Cooper, Laura Lee Davis, Anne D. Edwards, Curt Finch, Ken Jones, Pam Minnick, Julie Powers, Rudi Rudolph, Frank Rush, Peggy Sagmiller, Art Schools, Mike Wagoner and Julia Batten Wax.

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coasting The Crafty Side of Summer BACK BY POPULAR demand, The History Place in Morehead City will give the public an opportunity to commune with 40 talented artisans during its Summer Craft Fair. Scheduled from 9am-4pm on Saturday, Aug. 6, the fair features a variety of specialties, including pottery, nautical items, metal sculpture, scarves, jams, baked goods, cutting boards, candles, soaps, jewelry, Native American crafts, baskets, doll clothes, aprons, nature photography and much more.

“The response from our first craft fair in March 2009 took us completely by surprise. We were overwhelmed with vendor requests and the attendance by the public,” said Cindi B. Hamilton, executive director of The History Place. “We continued to get calls asking when the next craft fair would be. So now, we are up to three of them a year − March, August and December.”

Held indoors, the craft fair allows guests to casually browse the displays without the heat of summer beating down upon their heads. It also means the event can happen rain or shine.

Hotdogs, sandwiches and drinks will be available to purchase during the day. The History Place is located at 1008 Arendell St. in downtown Morehead City. For more information, call Hamilton at 252-247-7533 ext 101 or e-mail historyplace@starfishnet.com.

Chamber’s Reverse Drawing Held Aug. 6 The Carteret County Chamber of Commerce presents its annual Reverse Drawing on Saturday, Aug. 6, at the Crystal Coast Civic Center, 3505 Arendell St., Morehead City.

The event is open to the public. Each $100 ticket admits two people to the event, with the grand prize of $10,000 cash. Only 325 tickets will be sold and you do not have to be present to win.

The theme is “Let It Be … A Woodstock Reunion.” There will be prizes for best hippie costumes, but themed attire is not required.

Doors open at 6pm with dinner at 6:30. The event features an open bar, entertainment, a silent auction and free cab ride home within Carteret County. For information, contact the Chamber at 252-726-6350.

Books on a Budget The Friends of the Bogue Banks Library are gearing up for the annual book sale fundraiser set for 10am to 2pm on Saturday, Aug. 13 at Shepherd of the Sea Lutheran Church. Shepherd of the Sea is located at 201 Fort Macon Road in Atlantic Beach.

Book enthusiasts can expect to find a variety of books ranging from fiction, biographies, mysteries, cookbooks, travel, poetry, medical, history and oodles of paperbacks. All funds benefit the library.

Free Outdoor Movies The Atlantic Beach Circle comes to life each Wednesday evening as the town offers free family-oriented movies. For decades the small stretch of land had become synonymous with family fun and now the tradition continues. The movies are free and open to the public. Chairs and blankets are welcome.

The movies begin at 8pm each Wednesday. The schedule includes: Aug. 3 Aug. 10 Aug. 17 Aug. 24 Aug. 31

Tarzan Pirates of Caribbean Finding Nemo Secretariat Toy Story 3

A Mystery of a Dinner The History Place will serve up a side of mystery as it welcomes the Murder Mystery Theater “Miss Murple’s Last Case,” Aug. 20-21.

Spies, detectives and a butler in disguise will keep guests intrigued until the final moment. A dinner theater is planned for 7pm on Saturday, Aug. 20, and a matinee performance begins at 2pm on Sunday, Aug. 21.

The interactive play draws audience members into the action by encouraging them to take notes, interview suspects between scenes and deduce who the culprit may be. The play, a creative interpretation of Agatha Christie’s Miss Marple character, examines the death of one Beezle Crittenham. But everyone is baffled about who could have done it.

Bill Hand of Athens of the South Productions directs this witty whodunit. He is joined by Eddie Moore as inventor Col. Sellers; Tom Rodgers as detective Beaux Cutter; Nancy Hithcock as agent Etta Place; Pat Thomas as Miss Murple and Margaret Fowler as Solobolonian agent, Beulah Frumpziqueczquezaskyi.

Tickets must be purchased in advance and are $35 per person for Saturday’s dinner and $15 for the Sunday matinee. Tickets are available at The History Place and Poor Richards, both in Morehead City, and at thehistoryplace.org. Doors open 30 minutes before each performance.

Building Castles in the Sand Once a year the young, and young at heart, flock to the beach at the Atlantis Lodge to spend a day in the sand while supporting the Outer Banks Wildlife Shelter in Newport.

The shelter’s largest annual fundraising event takes shape on Saturday, Aug. 6, challenging folks to put their skills to the test to help raise necessary funds for the site. Held from 9am-2pm at The Atlantis Lodge in Pine Knoll Shores, the event finds teams mixing sand, water and other debris to create castles for this popular competition.

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Spectators are invited to vote on the People’s Choice Award by making a small donation, making it easy to keep your favorite team in the running. Categories include adult, children and family teams.

Always fun to watch in action, professional sand sculpting troupe Sandy Feat returns each year to the delight of the crowd, offering pointers and doing demonstrations.

All funds raised from this event go to OWLS and its efforts to help transport, house, feed and meet wildlife patients’ medical needs. Register in advance by calling 252-240-1200. The cost to enter is $20 or $25 on the day of the event.

Return of the Pirates With the blast of a cannon, the Beaufort Pirate Invasion crashes ashore Aug. 12-13, plundering and pillaging as it goes. It’s been more than 250 years since pirates first invaded this small seaport village, but the pivotal moment in Beaufort’s history is celebrated annually through reenactments, educational programs, contests, music and much more.

There will be plenty of merriment and fun through battles, trials, parades, dancing and yes, grog, as the town relives its former invasion and the uprising of the townsfolk to reclaim what was rightfully theirs. From the invasion to the trial, the historical event will be graphically illustrated through encampments, cookouts, live music and a loud battle at the mouth of Taylors Creek.

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Pirates set up camp at the Beaufort Historic Site on Turner Street around noon on Friday, Aug. 12. Grub and grog goes on sale to the public around 1pm and entertainment begins at 3:30pm.

Simultaneous events, including live music, occur at John Nelson Waterfront Park, making the festival a true town-wide event. An attack by land is scheduled for noon on Friday and the popular Taylors Creek attack will take place at 1pm on Saturday.

On Saturday, join the NC Maritime Museum for Second Saturday – Ahoy! Pirate’s Day and take a moment to browse the newly-opened Queen Anne’s Revenge exhibit at the NC Maritime Museum. Guided tours are slated from noon to 5pm on Friday and 10am-5pm on Saturday.

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Highlights of this trip include a visit to Bangkok’s Grand Palace & Golden Buddha, an understanding of the ancient Khmer Empire during your full day visit to Angkor Wat. You will cruise overnight in a traditional wooden junk boat through the emerald waters and craggy limestone cliffs along Halong Bay in Vietnam. Tour the Old Quarter of Hanoi and enjoy a half-day cooking class in Hoi An that includes a visit to the market to purchase fresh ingredients. Then prepare five traditional dishes at the Vietnamese Cooking School, where you will enjoy your homemade feast. Visit Ho Chi Minh City, formerly Saigon; and visit the Mekong Delta where you will enjoy a small boat cruise of the Mekong River.

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R E N T A L Signs Forecast—a Sunny Rental Season for 2011 …

Will 2012 be the Same?

IT HAS BEEN a beautiful summer on the island and one that has the majority of vacation rental managers and homeowners humming “Happy Days are Here Again” as we enjoy strong bookings and fewer demands for discounting our rental rates.

Just as the tide goes out, we give thanks that the tide came back in for us in 2011 as so many rental guests chose to vacation on the Crystal Coast. This is a credit to the natural beauty of our area, but also it is because rental guests return to beach homes that have been lovingly maintained.

Very soon you will be working with your vacation rental manager in setting the rental rates, the dates of the rental seasons and the advertised description for your vacation rental. A strong rental season means you may be tempted to consider rate increases for 2012. Here are a few ways you can fully participate in this important decision.

1. Know our market. Knowledge is always power and with the internet you can easily research other vacation rentals that are of similar size and quality. Be fair: compare “apples to apples,” not your middle row cottage to the rental rates on the oceanfront.

2. After researching other properties, determine what your best revenue strategy is. Do you wish to use your cottage or condo more as a second home and are satisfied with fewer rentals? Or is your strategy to rent the most number of weeks possible for your style of home? Another tactic is to set your rental rate higher than the market which results in much fewer rentals, but also less wear and tear and maintenance may be required. Discuss your preferred strategy with your vacation rental manager because each of these strategies will greatly affect the rental rate, occupancy rate and annual revenue.

3. Renovate, refurbish and look forward to increased revenue. Here is where you need the experienced eye of your vacation rental manager to give you their full and honest assessment of your beach home. Be a good listener and make those improvements in the fall, not next spring. Those new photos on the internet will show prospective rental guests what a lovely vacation rental you have … or not.

4. The beach cottage or condo with the most toys wins! As technology evolves there will always be new amenities that will be important to your rental guests. A good rule of thumb is if you need, want, desire and purchase newer electronics and gadgets for your primary residence, chances are your rental guests will expect the same amenity on vacation. Five years ago no one thought high speed wireless internet would be the (cont.on page 48)

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C O U N T Y Perspective Educators Prepare to Overcome Obstacles WHILE IT’S NOW clear the Carteret County Public School System is being challenged to do more with less funds in the 2011-12 school year, the classroom teachers will do their level best to maintain the system’s reputation as a high-performing district.

The community is fortunate, indeed, to have a faculty that is resilient and dedicated to helping young people “learn, grow and become.”

You will never meet a finer group of professional educators than those who participated in Leadership Carteret for Educators on June14-17. The 23 members of the Class of 2011 went through a busy four-day leadership program, which is presented each year by the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce.

“Given the uncertainties related to state and local funding that loomed, their character, demeanor and spirit was absolutely stellar,” commented Diane Warrender, manager of chamber programming.

“They were interested and inquisitive, connected and committed to get the most out of the program that would help them become better educators. Their focus was on learning everything they could in order to serve their students well in the new school year,” Warrender said. “Participants are teachers in the Carteret County Public School System as well as faculty and staff from Carteret Community College.

“We have two primary objectives. First, we want to expose the teachers to a vast array of resources that exist within the county that can embellish the classroom experience and make learning more fun and relevant for the students. Second, we want to show the educators the career opportunities that exist with local employers, so they can

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“On Bogue Banks, we took the group to Fort Macon State Park, Coast Guard Sector Field Office Fort Macon and the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores,” she said. “We ventured from Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point all the way to Harkers Island, where we visited with representatives of Cape Lookout National Seashore and the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center.

“The educators also learned about careers in the tourism industry, health care fields, the marine and environmental sciences and aeronautical engineering and technology.”

Selected comments from the class members: “The information given makes one want to really look at what is available to share with students.”

“It provided information about several resources I hope to use in my teaching.”

“I became aware of several programs that will be beneficial to my students ... The speakers seem genuinely interested is assisting us as educators.”

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“I admire the passion I am seeing in the presenters – passion for what they do, passion for Carteret County.”

“Everyone said I would love Leadership Carteret for Educators, and I did.”

“Thanks for the best workshop I have ever attended. I especially appreciate all the planning that went into this.”

If you have comments or suggestions about topics of interest for future articles, pass them along to Mike Wagoner at 252-726-6350, 1-800-622-6278 or mike@nccoastchamber.com.

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C O A S T A L Currents AUGUST 2011 S 7 14 21 28

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1, 8, 15, 22, 29: Surfing. 9am-noon. Learn to catch some waves in the North Carolina surf with the NC Aquarium experts. Surfboards provided. Ages 10 and up, $25. Details: 252247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Sound Seafood: Catching Crabs and Clams. 2-4pm. Master the art of harvesting crabs and clams and the importance of conserving coastal habitats. Ages 5 and up, $20. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums. com.

2, 9, 16, 23, 30: Kayak the Roosevelt Natural Area. 4-7pm. Explore tidal flats and quiet backwaters as you become aware of the intricate web of life thriving in this pristine natural environment through this NC Aquarium program. Site provides kayaks.

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

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

Dinner with the Critters. 6-7:30pm. Join the staff of the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores and enjoy pizza while learning about animal care. See what it’s like to feed the animals in the invertebrate touch pool. Ages 5 and up, $15. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

2, 9: Habitat Restoration Days. 9:30am2pm. Help build an oyster shell bag sill, monitor oyster growth or clean up trash along the water’s edge. These restoration days are hard work, but at the end of the day, you’ll feel good about helping our coast. Participants should wear and/or bring: work clothes (that can get wet), gloves, a towel, water, close-toed shoes and lunch. Snacks and drinks are provided.

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

3, 10, 17, 24, 31: Surfing. 9am-noon. Learn to catch some waves in the North Carolina surf with the NC Aquarium experts.

Surfboards provided. Ages 10 and up, $25.

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

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

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

Seaside Movies. Dusk. Join the town of Atlantic Beach for free movies on the Circle.

Parking is free. Movies begin at dusk. This month’s offerings, in order, are “Tarzan,” “Pirates of the Caribbean,” “Finding Nemo,” “Secretariat” and “Toy Story 3.”

3-4, 10-11: Bear Island Ecology Program.

Noon-2pm. Coastal Federation staff and summer interns will conduct this program on Bear Island. Participants must purchase a ferry ticket through the park or have other transportation to reach the island.

Weather permitting, informal “touch table” programs are available at the visitor’s center on the mainland in the morning (beginning at 9:30) and at the bathhouse area at Bear Island in the afternoon (until 3:30pm).

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

4, 11, 18, 25: Breakfast with the Rays. 89:30am. Enjoy a continental breakfast and help feed these amazing animals with the staff at the NC Aquarium. Ages 5 and up, $15. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums. com.

Junior Aquarium Explorer’s Club.

9-10am. Preschoolers will love learning about aquatic species and wildlife with live animal encounters, crafts to bring home, storytelling and outdoor explorations.

Ages 3-5, $8. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Picnic Paddle: Canoe the Roosevelt Natural Area. 10am-noon. Bring a picnic and enjoy a leisurely canoe trek to observe the mysteries of the salt marsh. Ages 6 and up, paddlers 12 and up, $20. Details: 252247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Street Madness – the Evolution of Magic. 7pm. Magical Mayhem promises mystical, magical entertainment for the whole family at The Morehead Center for Performing Arts & Events. Details: 252-7261501, themoreheadcenter.com.

4, 11: Pine Needle Basket Workshop.

10am. Come to the Beaufort Historical Association welcome center to learn the art of pine needle basket weaving with Sandy

Malone. Cost is $45. Details: 252-728-5225 or beauforthistoricsite.org.

5, 12, 19, 26: Cape Lookout Exploration.

Call for times. Meet at the ferry dock for a boat trip to Cape Lookout National Seashore. As you hike across the undeveloped island watching for wildlife, learn about the unique coastal culture. Ages 10 and up, $30. Details: 252-247-4003 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 NC Aquarium naturalist.

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

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

Educators teach you about the animals as you assist aquarists with their caretaking responsibilities. Ages 14 and up, $25.

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

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

Fri. 5: Concert at Fort Macon. The Friends of Fort Macon annually bring visitors to the site with its popular concert program.

This is the final concert, featuring Wild Honey. The concerts are free and open to the public. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome.

6, 13, 20, 27: Summer Concert Series.

7-8:30pm. Presented annually by the Morehead City Parks and Recreation Dept., these free concerts are held at Jaycee Park in downtown Morehead City. This month, performers include Day-Lee Dose, 6th; Replica, 13th; Jazz Coalition, 20th; Big Drink, 27th. Details: 252-726-5083.

Kayak the Roosevelt Natural Area.

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

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

Barrier Island Exploration. 10am-noon.

Trek the maritime forest, the salt marsh and the shallow waters of Bogue Sound to learn about the fascinating creatures that live in these vital habitats. Ages 8 and up, $10.

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

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

Live animals, outdoor explorations and creative art projects introduce children to the natural world. Ages 6-10, $8. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com. (cont.on page 50)

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C H A M B E R Connection Help Us Give Out Some Big Awards THE CARTERET COUNTY Chamber of Commerce is gearing up to recognize employers and individuals who are “stars of the show.�

The chamber partners with the JobLink Career Center to recognize “Employers of the Year� as well as businesses or organizations that excel as “Community Advocates.� All winners will be honored at an awards luncheon on Sept. 8.

The deadline for nominations is Friday, Aug. 12.

Last year, the Morehead City Police Department, Frank Door Company and Great Windows were the all-around “Employers of the Year,� and the Atlantis Lodge in Pine Knoll Shores and Carteret-Craven Electric Cooperative won “Community Advocate� awards for outstanding community service.

Later in the fall, the chamber will present “Outrageous Customer Service� awards to individuals who demonstrate exceptional customer service by going above and beyond the call of duty. Our partners in this endeavor are Carteret Community College, NCCOAST Business Journal and the Emerald Isle Beach & Pool Club.

Last year’s winners included Becky Davis of the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, Sabrina Hylton of Emerald Isle Realty and Linda Koon of Bluewater Real Estate.

The deadline for the 2011 customer service awards nominations is Friday, Sept. 23.

We invite the general public to participate in the nominations processes. If you have suggestions for any of these upcoming awards, just send a note that tells your story via e-mail to mike@nccoastchamber.com.

The Chamber/JobLink Luncheon begins at noon on Thursday, Sept. 8, at The History Place, 1008 Arendell St. The cost to attend is $13 per person. The featured speaker will be Ray Harris, who is past chair of the chamber’s board of directors ‌ an inspirational storyteller.

The Customer Service Champions Reception begins at 4pm at the Emerald Isle Beach and Pool Club, 101 Dolphin Ridge Road, Emerald Isle. The cost to attend is $5 per person. The featured speaker will be Dr. Kerry Youngblood, President of Carteret Community College ‌ a renowned humorist.

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M A Y O R ’ S Notes Getting to Know the Emerald Isle Coast Guard Station Mayor Art Schools WE ARE VERY fortunate that we have a Coast Guard Station in Emerald Isle.

They are a tremendous asset in keeping our waterways safe. They were recently selected as the Fifth District Recreational Boating Safety Unit Award winner for calendar year 2010. The award was based on the professional excellence within this vital mission area. It was great that they were recognized for their initiative and dedication put forth to keeping boaters safe throughout their area of responsibility.

Rear Admiral William D. Lee, U S Coast Guard made the following comments: “Station Emerald Isle’s community outreach and partnership with local area agencies has established the station as a model Coast Guard unit. Your performance has exceeded established mission goals, and has made a positive impact on keeping area waters safe and enjoyable for recreational boaters. I recognize that your high level of performance is a result of excellent training, preparation and many hours of dedicated work, whether performed behind the scenes or out on patrol.”

The Emerald Isle Coast Guard Station has an excellent relationship with the town of Emerald Isle, Wildlife Resources Commission and NC Marine Fisheries. When there is a boater in trouble, all of these agencies are called on to help.

They also work closely with the Army Corps of Engineers on conditions in Bogue Inlet. All inlets require special attention when navigating through them and Bogue Inlet is no exception.

Federal money for the dredging of inlets is scarce and the channel can shift rather swiftly. Please take extra care when going in and out of Bogue Inlet.

At the award ceremony, it was mentioned that there have been 11 drownings in North Carolina this year. All could have been prevented if they had been wearing life vests. Life vests are for everyone, not just kids. Please wear them.

Chief Boatswain’s mate Terrell Horne, III also received “The Coast Guard Commendation Medal.” Chief Petty Officer Horne served as the Executive Petty Officer at Station Emerald Isle from June 2009 to June 2011. We were sorry to see him leave for San Diego, but it was a great promotion for him.

He received the Commendation Medal for his excellent leadership including 63 search and rescue cases resulting in 38 saved lives. His most notable rescue involved a capsized boat in Bogue Inlet in July 2010. In response to the distress call he launched the unit’s 27-foot utility boat. When the utility boat got to the bar, sea conditions had deteriorated to 6-foot breaking seas across the bar. He had to balance the safety of the crew and the lives of the people in the water. Under these very serious conditions, he coached a junior coxswain through the treacherous sea conditions to the capsized boat. All five people from the capsized boat were rescued and safely returned to shore. Job well done.

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~Emerald Tidings~ Fundraising Effort Launched for Planned Emerald Isle Veterans Memorial THE EMERALD ISLE Parks and Recreation Association, Inc. (EIPRA), a townappointed, nonprofit entity that holds title to a portion of the land on which the new public boat access area is located, recently approved plans for the construction of an Emerald Isle Veterans Memorial at the new public boat access area.

The new memorial will honor veterans of all branches of our armed forces, and will serve as a reminder of the sacrifices made to preserve the freedoms that we all enjoy.

Emerald Isle is home to many former and current service members, and we are proud of our military men and women.

A fundraising goal of $20,000 has been established for the new memorial, which will be located in a highly visible area right near the boat launch ramps. To learn more, or to make a contribution to the memorial, please contact EIPRA member Bernie Whalley at berniewhalley@yahoo.com or 252-354-2804, or Alesia Sanderson, parks and recreation director, at asanderson@emeraldisle-nc.org or 252-354-6350.

Dog Park Fundraising Effort Underway Town staff is also working with the nonprofit Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Association, Inc. and other proponents on the future construction of a dog park in Emerald Isle. The future dog park would provide a place for dogs to run free in a controlled environment and also allow for social interaction for dogs and their owners.

The proposed site for the new dog park is located on remaining land in the far northeastern corner of the new public boat access area. Project proponents are currently soliciting contributions to help make the new dog park a reality in the future.

Planned improvements include the construction of fencing, water service, park amenities and other features.

To learn more, or to make a contribution to the fundraising effort, please contact Karen Carpenter at sweetspotei@gmail.com or 252-354-6201 or Alesia Sanderson, parks and recreation director, at asanderson@emeraldisle-nc.org or 252-354-6350.

Donations are also being accepted at The Sweet Spot on Emerald Drive near Bogue Inlet Drive.

Stormwater Pump Station to be Added at The Point The town is planning to add a new fixed stormwater pump station at the corner of Island Circle and Coast Guard Road in The Point neighborhood later this year. The new stormwater pump station will help relieve chronic stormwater flooding in this area after significant rainfall events, and will be designed to draw both stormwater and groundwater.

The new pump station will be similar to the town’s previous stormwater pump stations installed in Deer Horn Dunes, Sea Dunes and Town Hall, 7500 Emerald Drive Spinnakers Emerald Isle, NC 28594 Reach.

252-354-3424 • Fax 252-354-5068 These pump Official Website: stations www.emeraldisle-nc.org have Published Monthly by the town worked very well in of Emerald Isle for its Residents, previous stormwater flooding events, and we expect Property Owners & Visitors the new pump station at Island Circle to provide Composed by meaningful relief in this area in the future.

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station with a special connection for temporary hose. The temporary hose will be connected as-needed and the discharge will be directed to acceptable locations available at that time. The town intends to eventually connect the new pump station to the Emerald Isle Woods discharge site in the future as funds become available to construct a fixed pipe line.

The new pump station is being funded by capital reserve funds currently available in the town’s budget and specifically earmarked for stormwater improvements.

Emerald Isle Woods Emergency Stormwater Discharge Completed The town’s contractor recently completed a new emergency stormwater discharge from wetlands in Emerald Isle Woods Park to the adjacent Bogue Sound marsh, and this emergency discharge will be available when needed in the future.

The new emergency discharge will enable the town to better control wetland levels in Emerald Isle Woods Park, which serves as the receiving site for stormwater pumped from various locations along the Coast Guard Road corridor. Stormwater and groundwater is pumped from various locations to Emerald Isle Woods Park, where it is treated in several natural upland and wetland areas. The new emergency

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discharge greatly increases the receiving capacity of the site for the town’s existing pump stations, and also enables the town to move forward with future plans to connect future stormwater pump stations at Island Circle and in Lands End to the Emerald Isle Woods site.

The new emergency discharge will only be activated if/ when Bogue Sound is closed to shellfishing and appropriate communication occurs with state agencies. Bogue Sound is typically closed to shellfishing for several days after the typical rainfall events that cause stormwater flooding in Emerald Isle.

The board of commissioners adopted the town’s FY 1112 budget at its meeting on June 14. The budget includes a frugal spending plan, a revenue-neutral General Fund tax rate of 11.5 cents per $100 of assessed value, and also includes new, lower special district taxes to fund the town’s future beach nourishment activities. A copy of the adopted budget is available at emeraldisle-nc.org.

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The town’s FY 11-12 General Fund tax rate of 11.5 cents per $100 of assessed valuation is the third-lowest General Fund tax rate among the 21 North Carolina oceanfront municipalities.

The town offers free outdoor concerts at the Western Ocean Regional Access (located off Islander Drive) each month during the summer on the third Thursday from 5:30-7pm.

The concert lineup for the rest of 2011 is as follows: Thursday, July 16 - BLIND HOG Thursday, Aug. 18 - WILD HONEY Thursday, Sept. 15 - DAVID DIXON Please come out and join us for some great music in a great setting! Be sure to bring your lawn chairs and/or blankets!

Update - Hwy 58 Bicycle Path Extension After unexpected delays, work on the Hwy 58 bicycle path extension between Ocean Drive and the Eastern Ocean Regional Access is finally expected to begin in mid-July.

Barring unforeseen circumstances, we expect this work to be complete by the end of August.

This 1,000-ft long extension is funded primarily by a grant from the NC Dept. of Transportation, and represents another small step toward the eventual realization of the town’s goal to extend the NC 58 bicycle path to the Indian Beach town line.

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Additional Honor Flight Planned for Sept. 21 Honor Flight of Southeastern North Carolina (SENC), which serves veterans in eastern North Carolina, is proud to be a part of the Honor Flight Network. A nonprofit program operated entirely by volunteers, Honor Flight of SENC is based in Wilmington and to date has successfully planned and executed two trips to Washington, DC from New Bern, so World War II veterans can visit their World War II Memorial and other memorials.

There is absolutely no cost to the veteran and they will be accompanied on the day of the trip by understanding guardians who will assist with any medical or mobility needs. As Honor Flight of SENC prepares for its third trip on Sept. 21 they need applications from WWII veterans who are interested in making this one-day, trip of a lifetime. Please go to this link to complete, print and submit a veteran application form: honorflightsenc. org/Forms/Veteran_Application_SENC.pdf.

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T O W N Meeting Hurricane Season and Emergency Plan HURRICANE SEASON IS upon us and Fire Chief Bill Walker gave a presentation outlining what to expect and what staff does to prepare for the possibility of such an event. The town’s status consists of five condition categories with No. 5 representing normal conditions and No. 1 expecting a storm within 12 hours. Chief Walker stated that the area is now in condition four – storms forming in the Atlantic – and he outlined the necessary steps one should take as well as the preparation emergency personnel make for the possibility of a storm occurring.

He also outlined hurricane categories and noted that storm surge no longer tallies into these numbers, since a Category 3 hurricane with winds of 111-130 mph may have little surge, while a Category 1 (74-95 mph) might produce significant rising water levels. Walker stressed that everyone should already have their hurricane reentry passes and not to wait until the last minute when the danger of a storm is imminent. Passes cost $25 and the town records the names of those who have them.

Frank Rush added that those who sell their homes should remember to leave their pass for the new property owner.

Chief Walker described decision making tools and outlined how Emerald Isle’s personnel coordinate with other control groups in the county. In his Power Point presentation, he displayed a “Decision Arc” map, which showed the path of a hurricane and detailed at what point staff decides to order evacuation. By the time a storm nears the Bahamas, staff carefully monitors all future hurricane updates. When a storm is within 24 hours of approaching this area, staff make the decision whether or not to evacuate.

Chief Walker noted that it takes 11 hours to evacuate all of Carteret County. During Condition one, the mayor signs a proclamation of a “state of emergency” during which the town recalls all essential personnel who perform evacuation of citizens, establish a 24-hour curfew, and prepare damage assessment equipment. Chief Walker commented that people see emergency personnel as “villains” if they order an evacuation and the storm doesn’t hit, but staff evaluates all factors before making such an order. He stressed that it is a class three misdemeanor if persons ignore a mandatory evacuation and they can be arrested. He said that during the height of a storm, personnel will not respond to 911 calls if it is too dangerous and they can charge for a response, if they do.

Chief Walker detailed what one should do in the case of evacuation. He reminded all to determine your destination prior to evacuation, know your route, keep a full tank of gas, pack important papers, secure your home and turn off water at the main. He advised to notify friends and relatives of your destination, and have a plan for your pets. Many hotels have now become “pet friendly,” as well as shelters in the area. The closest shelter is now in Newport (not White Oak Elementary), which will accept pets, but the space fills up quickly.

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owners access. Getting things back to normal becomes the next priority. Crew assesses what and where is safe, followed by getting essential businesses back in operation, such as Food Lion, CVS (for medicine), gas stations and building supply companies. All in all, the coordination of the towns and emergency personnel should make for a safe and secure handling of a storm situation.

Solid Waste Contracts Extended The board considered and unanimously moved forward on two five-year contract extensions for the town’s solid waste collection services. Commissioner Maripat Wright made motion to approve the resolution amending the contract with Simmons & Simmons Management, Inc. and Commissioner John Wootten to approve the resolution amending the contract with Waste Industries, both to Dec. 31, 2016. Town Manager Frank Rush informed the board that Simmons & Simmons provides twice-per-week trash collection and once-per-week recycling services for all single family home and duplexes in Emerald Isle at a flat monthly fee of $64,682, with provisions for periodic adjustments. Waste Industries provides twice weekly dumpster collection and disposal services for all multifamily residential complexes at specified rates per dumpster/ per collection. The total annual value of that contract is approximately $75,000 a year. The Waste Industries extension also includes a provision whereby they will now accept, sort, process, store and market the town’s recyclables at their Newport facility, resulting in annual savings of approximately $27,000 for the town in avoided recycling tipping fees. Both motions passed 4-0 as Mayor Pro Tem Floyd Messer asked to be excused from the vote owing to a possible conflict of interest. Wootten made motion to excuse Messer; motion carried 4-0.

Appointments to Boards Commissioner Wootten made motion to reappoint Jack Weidman and Hank Mahns to terms on the Fireman’s Relief Fund Board that expires September, 2013. Motion carried 5-0.

Commissioner Nita Hedreen made motion to reappoint Bernie Whalley to a term on the Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Association, Inc. (EIPRA, Inc.) that expires August 2014. Motion carried 5-0.

Porter Will Be Missed During Public Comment, Bernie Whalley informed the board that one of Emerald Isle’s first citizens had recently died. Originally from Winston-Salem and a professor of art history at High Point College, Raiford Porter came to the town shortly after Hurricane Hazel in 1954 and completed building his home in or about 1957. An avid sailor, Porter started the Christmas Boat Flotilla and the Emerald Isle Yacht Club. He was very active in the community and will be greatly missed.

Other Business During his public announcements, Mayor Art Schools noted three scheduled activities that all will enjoy on Saturday, Sept.

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August 2011 Meetings Atlantic Beach 2 AB Planning Board, usually 1st Tues., 6pm, call 726-2121, town hall mtg. room.

22 AB Town Council, 4th Mon., 6pm, town hall mtg. room.

Emerald Isle 9 EI Town Board, 2nd Tues., 7pm, town board meeting room, 7500 Emerald Drive.

17 Island Quilters, 3rd Wed., 1pm, town hall complex, 354-2269.

18 EI Business Assoc., 3rd Thurs., noon, EI Parks & Rec., 354-3424.

22 EI Planning Board, 4th Mon., 6pm, town board meeting room, 7500 Emerald Drive.

Indian Beach 10 Indian Beach Town Board, 2nd Wed., 5pm, town hall.

Pine Knoll Shores 2 PKS Board of Adjustment, as necessary, usually 1st Tues., 9:30am.

8 PKS Fire/EMS Department, 2nd Mon., 7pm.

8 PKA, 2nd Mon., 9:30am, town hall.

9 PKS Board of Commissioners, 2nd Tues., 6pm, town hall.

16 PKS PIKSCO, 3rd Tues., 5pm.

19 PKS Women’s Club Organizational Meeting of the Board, 9:30am, home of Bonnie Ferneau.

17 PKS Community Appearance Commission, 3rd Wed., 9am.

23 PKS Planning Board, 4th Tues., 2pm.

Around the County 2 Carteret County Democratic Party, 1st Tues., 6:30–8pm, District Court, Beaufort, all Democrats invited to attend, 726-2607, carteretdemocrats.org.

9 Carteret County Republican Party, 2nd Tue., 7pm, District Court, Beaufort, all Republicans welcome to attend, 247-5660, carteretcountygop.org.

18 Carteret Newcomers Club, 3rd Thurs., social hour at 11:30am, lunch 11:45am, Glad Tidings Church Family Life Center, 4621 Country Club Rd., Morehead City. Open to women who have moved to Carteret County, 726-7170.

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S T A Y I N G Busy AUGUST 2011 Emerald Isle Parks & Recreation

All activities take place at the Community Center in Emerald Isle, unless otherwise noted. The Community Center’s hours are: Mon-Fri 8am-9pm, Saturday 9am-4pm, closed Sundays.Call 252-354-6350 for more info. Be sure to visit our website at: emeraldisle-nc.org/eiprd.

Adult Programs •AA: Saturdays at 8pm, meets at town hall.

•Art Club: Meets every Wed, 12-3pm at Parks & Recreation.

•Community Woodworkers’ Club: 1st Thurs, 7pm at town hall.

•Emerald Isle Stamp (Philately) Club: 2nd& 4th Thurs, 7pm at town hall.

•Quilters Group: 3rd Wed of each month from 1-4pm, town hall.

•Scrapbooking: 3rd Sat of each month, call Linda at 910-326-6164. * Athletics (Fun for all ages!) * •Open-Play Basketball: Tue, 5:30-6:30pm, ages 12 & under, 6:30-9pm, ages 15 & up. Sat, 9-11am, ages 16 & under, 11am-4pm, ages 16 & up •Open Indoor Volleyball: Wed & Fri, 6-9pm, ages 16 & up •Open-Play Indoor Soccer: Mon, 6-9pm, ages 16 & up, Thurs, 6-7pm, ages 11 & under, Thurs, 7-9pm, ages 12 & up *UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED, ALL ATHLETIC EVENTS COST $2 FOR NONMEMBERS* ►►►►AEROBICS◄◄◄◄ The Emerald Isle Parks & Recreation offers step and step-free aerobic classes: • M,TH,F 8am, Step • Tues 8am, Cardio Dance • Mon 9:15am, Easy Step • Tues 9am& Fri 9:15am, Body Sculpt • Mon & Wed 5:30pm, SSS (step/strength/sculpt) • Wed 8am & Fri 5:30pm, ZUMBA! Fees: Members $1/class, nonmembers $5/class. ♦♦Yoga Program Schedule♦♦ •Yoga! Taught by certified Yoga instructors on staff, these classes focus on basic Yoga postures & asana for the beginner: Tues & Sat at 10am & Thurs at 9am.

Gentle Yoga, Friday, 10:30am. $2 members & $7 nonmembers.

•Yoga as Therapy! Taught by medically certified Yoga & Pilates instructors, these classes are designed & instructed by physical therapists & doctors as therapeutic exercise for back, mind & body. Mon 10:30am, Wed 9am: $5 members, $10 nonmembers **Special Events and Information** Only 5 tickets left! Emerald Isle Parks & Recreation is chartering a bus to Durham Performing Arts Center to enjoy a matinee performance of Radio City Christmas Spectacular starring the Rockettes on Friday, Nov. 18. Showtime is 2pm.

Bus departs Emerald Isle at 8am. Guests will enjoy a catered lunch prior to the show. Adults and children are welcome. Tickets are $115 per person. Price includes Orchestra/Grand Tier seats and ticket processing, transportation to and from the performance, as well as lunch and gratuities. Call Laura Lee Davis at 252-354-6350 or email at ldavis@emeraldisle-nc.org to reserve your seat. Seating is limited to 45.

July 20-Aug.24, 6:45-7:45pm, Prenatal Yoga for the 3rd Trimester Mother.

Prenatal yoga for the third trimester will be offered at the Emerald Isle Parks & Recreation Community Center, 7500 Emerald Drive, on Wednesday evenings beginning July 20 from 6:45-7:45pm. This is a six-week class aimed at nurturing the expecting mother with gentle yoga and relaxation. Class fee is $55 per student for the six-week class. Maximum class size is 6 students. Preregistration is required.

Cash or check made payable to Rae Williams will be accepted. Contact Laura Lee Davis at 252-354-6350 or ldavis@emeraldisle-nc.org to register.

Aug. 12, Friday Free Flicks. Movies are family oriented. Free and open to the public, children must be accompanied by an adult. Popcorn and drink for $1. Please bring chairs and or blankets, no outside beverages or snacks. Call 252-354-6350 for movie title one week prior to showing.

Aug. 18, 5:30-7pm, Beach Jive after Five, Performers TBA. Enjoy live music and the tranquil ocean breeze. Bring chairs, blankets, even dinner! Access also features volleyball courts, picnic tables and restrooms. Alcoholic beverages prohibited.

Western Ocean Regional Access in Emerald Isle. No admission fee, sponsored by Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation. 252-354-6350.

Aug. 19, 2-7pm, American Red Cross Blood Drive. Carteret County chapter of the American Red Cross is holding a blood drive at Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Community Center from 2-7pm, 7500 Emerald Drive. Please give!

Aug. 20, 10am-1pm, Creative Memories Scrapbooking Workshop. Creative Memories Scrapbooking Workshops with Linda Phelps will take place at Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation. Pre-registration is required, ages 12 and up. Fee is $5 with additional packages available. Use of tools and snack included. Fees payable at workshop. You may call Linda Phelps at 910-326-6164 or email rphelps@ec.rr.com .

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GardenScape Corralling Caterpillars SUMMER IS CATERPILLAR season and I just had to share with you my two favorite, and huge caterpillars: Tomato Hornworms and Cecropia Moth larvae (my absolute favorite). Please note that these photos are from the website of one of my coworkers, Debbie Roos, who works with small farm Cooperative Extension programs.

Each of these caterpillars is the larva of big, beautiful moths. The Hornworm is the larvae of the Sphinx Moth, and the name of the Cecropia Moth larvae gives away what he will be as a mature adult, but another common name is the Robin Moth.

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Wow. You are very lucky if you get to see either the caterpillar or the moth: make sure you leave them safely alone and go get all your friends and neighbors to share in your find!

In its final stages of development, the Tomato Hornworm also will reach a length of 4 inches. Now, to be a Tomato Hornworm it must have eight curved white stripes on each side of its body and a straight black horn at the rear; if it has seven diagonal white stripes, and a curved red horn, well it is a Tobacco Hornworm.

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A T T H E Aquarium Salute to Sea Turtles TURTLE TRAFFIC IS picking up on the nighttime beach. Sea turtles usually emerge from their sandy nests after dark and scurry toward the surf for, it’s hoped, a long and prolific life at sea. You can help make this perilous trek easier: • Turn off or shield oceanside lights and flashlights • Fill in holes and level mounds • Take your tents, beach chairs, toys and trash away with you • Leave nests and hatchlings undisturbed You can see sea turtles up close at the aquarium. Weak hatchlings left behind in area nests often are brought to the aquarium for care.

Some can be seen in an exhibit in the Tidal Waters Gallery. When they outgrow that exhibit, they are moved to larger tanks – look for the green sea turtle in the Living Shipwreck. All healthy turtles eventually are released.

Last year about this time, a rare white loggerhead hatchling arrived at the aquarium. In addition to its lack of normal coloring, the little turtle has a cleft palate. It needed special attention to learn to eat, but overcame its problems and went on exhibit last fall. The white turtle, named Nimbus, continues to delight visitors as it grows. Watch for a sea turtle celebration at the aquarium, saluting Nimbus and all its kind.

Don’t Miss the Boat Avast ye! Pretend pirates invade the aquarium every Thursday evening through Aug. 11, bringing a boatload of family fun.

Little pirates can enhance their personas with a painted-on moustache or other whiskers, a temporary tattoo and a paper-cup hook.

The evening also includes bands of roving buccaneers, a hunt for treasure hidden in the exhibits and a piratethemed dive program. The NC Maritime Museum brings to the aquarium special programs related to our pirating past and the excavation of the Queen Anne’s Revenge, a sunken shipwreck thought to

be Blackbeard’s flagship. Themed activities begin at 4pm; admission ends at 7pm. Eye patches can be purchased for $1.

All other activities are free with admission or membership.

Fin-Filled Fun Flossing would be an all-day job if people had as many teeth as the sand tiger sharks in the Living Shipwreck. But these fabulous fish don’t worry about dental care. If they lose a tricuspid, another slides into place. Find out more about sharks of all kinds on Toothy Tuesdays.

Every week through Aug. 9 during regular hours, animal feedings, animal encounters, programs and displays spotlight the top predators of the sea.

An inflatable great white, a mock shark cage and the aquarium’s shark mascot provide funny photo ops.

You can see four shark species at the aquarium any day you visit. Sandbar sharks and nurse sharks share the Living Shipwreck with the sand tigers. A bonnethead shark patrols the Queen Anne’s Revenge exhibit.

Go Outside and Play Ingredients in the aquarium’s outdoor programs include: saltwater, sand, sea breezes, sunshine, wildlife sightings, new skills, handson and lasting memories. Enjoy fishing, snorkeling, surfing, crabbing and clamming, kayaking, island explorations – even a nature tour of Cape Lookout National Seashore.

Aquarium Explorers Clubs are just for small fry.

If you want to dodge thunderstorms or the heat, go behindthe-scenes, dine with the animals or become an aquarist apprentice. Advance registration is required – call or sign up online. The aquarium’s bird program at 1pm daily flies high through fall.

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The aquarium, at 1 Roosevelt Blvd, Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28516, is open 9am-5pm daily; open till 8pm on Thursdays through Aug. 11. Admission is $8 for age 13-61, $7 for ages 62 and over and $6 for ages 3-12. Children 2 and under and NC Aquarium Society members are admitted free. See the Pine Knoll Shores section of ncaquariums.com or call 252-247-4003 for more information.

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P R O P E R T Y Watch

Gloucester

BB&T to Shalom Zabib, Lot 10, Catchers Pointe, $22,000.

Bogue Banks & area property transfers as recorded at the Carteret County Registrar of Deeds during June 2011.* Atlantic Beach

Alice and Leland Pierce to Mark Bass, 1918 Fort Macon Road, $50,000.

American Eagle Rentals, LLC to Claudus and Linda Stubblefield, 214 Bogue Blvd. #404, $65,000.

Anne Abernathy to Daniel and Katherine Barkin, 115 Atlantic Blvd., $165,000.

Linda Perry and Robert Autry to Jeffrey and Mary Gravley, 301 Commerce Way Road, $177,500.

Laura and DG Nichols, Jr. to Laura Evans, 2305 Fort Macon Road, $233,000.

Holt and Taylor Humphreys to Clifford and Annette Micham, 2106 Fort Macon Road, $290,000.

Triple Partners, LLC to Leeroy, LLC, 203 Ocean Blvd., $440,000.

A. Mack and Glenda Baker and Carol and George Wainwright to Curtis Pearson, Bertram Pearson and Gloria Pearson, 312 & 316 Fort Macon Road, $475,000.

Paul Son and Hye-Young Kim to Marc and Angela Riddle, 119 Tifton Circle, $268,000.

UHF Development, LLC to Thomas and Lori Pritchard, 1019 Broad St., $106,000.

Cedar Point

Indian Beach

Richard and Michele Woodey to Sterling Mohorn, III, 104 Shady Path, $80,000.

Beverly and Charles Buice, Jr. to Michael and Katherine Tyson, 801 Salter Path Road, $150,000.

Emerald Isle

Lawrence and Mary Zucchino to William and Susan Woodson, 214 Sea Isle Point, $740,000.

Stevenson and Rebecca Weeks to Chelsea and Kevin Buttry, II, 101 Bell Creek Drive, $148,000.

Jacqueline and Charles Dwy, Rhonda and Mac Willis, Nancy and Roger Resor, Jr. and Jaime and Sharon Resor to Gerharda Sanchez, 206 Fairview Drive, $175,000.

Guide Group, LLC to Charles Edwards, 116 Radley Lane, $250,000.

Kristin Patterson to Jason Copland and Dr. Spencer Copland, 117 Front St., $300,000.

First Troy SPE, LLC to William Fallon and Cynthia Allan, 103 Short St., $345,000.

Roger and Billie Davis to Johnny and Traci Sokolosky, 175 Shore Drive, $400,000.

CH and Dora Dean Ballou to Julie and Robert Logan, Jr., Lots 96-99, Ocean Breeze Park, $400,000.

S&S Holdings of MHC, LLC to Struyk Properties, LLC, 110 Ocean Blvd., $1,190,000.

Frances and Daniel Krautheim to Taylors Creek Enterprises, LLC, 431 Front St., $500,000.

WB Realty, LLC to Stephen and Carolina Hill, 100 Club Colony Drive, $1,300,000.

Dana and Mary Smith to William Warren, 1815 Front St., $1,550,000.

Beaufort

Bettie

Beth Marshall and Thomas Willis, Jr. to NC Dept. of Transportation, right of way, 103 Cedar Ave., $4,500

Chadwick McCullen to Wells Fargo Bank, NA, 310 Bettie Road, $89,000.

Elton Mason, Jr. to Elton Mason, 2547 Hwy 70, $32,500.

Cape Carteret

BB&T to Joey Gossett, 283 Steward Drive, $55,000.

BB&T to Daniel and Daria Vogel, 114 Pin Oak Court, $60,000.

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Harkers Island

Joan Martini and Edward Martini, Jr. to Roger Williams, II, 501 Glory Road, $75,000.

Robert and Suzanne Harrell to Holt and Taylor Humphries, 205 Atlantic Blvd., $495,000.

Beneficial Financial I, Inc. to William Ellison, 103 Johnathan Court, $52,000.

Victor Friedmann to Paul Brewer and Jenifer Whelan, 601 Pigott Road, $203,000.

Bruce Crumpton to Leonard and Marion Fairfield, 402 Loma Linda Drive, $79,500.

Michelle and Samuel King, II to Nathanial Erdmann and Carol Neill, 132 Bogue Sound Drive, $232,000.

Pamela Watkins to Timothy Cunningham, 7225 Canal Dr., $122,000.

Penny and Roger Bowman to Jerry and Gayle Jordan, 116 Shell Drive, $135,000.

Charles and Joyce Creekmore to Autry and Anissa Potter, 1507 Emerald Drive, $325,000.

Donald and Mary Boyette to Robert and Lori Barbour, 127 Jackson Ave., $250,000.

Roy and Virginia Moser to RJ Deaton, 6003 McLean Drive, $255,000.

First Citizens Bank & Trust to Nevill, LLC, 3504 Emerald Drive, $280,000.

Peter and Sandra Allen and Heather and Jeremy Allen to WC and Nancy Reid, 10300 Coast Guard Road #210-A, $335,000.

Reggie and Renee Weston to Ronald and Kimberly East, 5419 Cedar Tree Lane, $407,500.

Joseph and Donna Reddy to Joseph Walker, 103 Decoy Drive & boat slip 11, $138,500.

George and Eleanor Wilson to Paul and Ellen Barnett, 310 Sea Isle Point, $775,000.

Morehead City

Danny Ray Willis to Jamie and Amber Wood, 101 Capt. Pat Lane, $35,000.

Charles and Agnes Gillikin to Loretta and Dykeman Baily, IV, 1012 Oak Drive, $45,000.

East Carolina Group, Inc. to Martin and Michele Giblin, 1914 Snowy Egret Drive, $54,500.

Carol and Zemmie Millis, Jr. to Patrick and Michelle Gould, 543 Masontown Road, $55,000.

Robinson and Barbara Duncan, Arnold and Beverly Duncan, Deborah and Michael Golden and Marilyn and Michael Huckaby to Rickey Quinn and Caroline Tripp, 163 Dorcas Drive, $60,000.

Karen and David Kern to James Edwards, 101 Bay Club Circle, $95,000.

Alan and Betty Johnson to Suzanne and Franklin Rush, Jr., 8717 Emerald Plantation Road, $450,000.

OWB REO, LLC to Tom Christensen, 917 Davis Place, $100,000.

Terry and Dianne Bowers to Tula and John Satterfield, Jr., 5400 Cedar Tree Lane, $502,000.

Sandra and James Adams, III to Jimmie and Megan Eady, 2006 Champion Drive, $115,000.

Diane and Harvey Churchman, III to Ned and Barbara Craft, 5304 Bogue Sound Drive, $628,000.

Dolores Femia and William Charles Leeuwenburg, II to Roger Taylor, 509 Fisher St., $118,000.

Suzanne and Franklin Rush, Jr. to Alan and Betty Johnson, 7414 Sound Drive, $950,000.

James and JoAnne Allen to Judy Levy, 600 35th St. #104, $120,000.

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M. Douglas Goines to Elmer Lewis and Michael Lewis, 216 Pamlico Ave., $140,500.

Retail Partners Morehead, LLC to Square Foot NC, LLC, Parcel B, East Gate Plaza, $2,157,000.

Stacy and Darryl Laxson, II to Patricia Jones, Anthony and Evelyn Odom, 1912 Champion Drive, $155,000.

Newport

Richard and Amy Anderson to Marlene Sensale, 205 Knox Drive, $163,000.

Wendy Doubles, Roger Edwards and David and Teri Edwards to Jason Markijohn, 3316 Mandy Lane, $192,000.

Louise and Harvey Beasley, Jr. to Stephen and Jill Fegley, 213 Mansfield Parkway, $197,000.

Jacqueline Alexander to Fredrick and Wilma Marshall, 110 Sleepy Court, $210,000.

Robert Montague to Michael and Patricia Frese, 913 Lord Granville Drive, $240,000.

Phillip Harris to Jimmie Mann, 130 Cactus St., $15,000.

Terry and Nancy Lee to Ronnie and April Wood, 210 Kensington Place, $50,000.

Avalon Homes, LLC to Joseph and Alicia Johnson, 526 Cannonsgate Drive, $53,000.

Dean Fromkin and Jeanette Reuter-Fromkin to David Edwards and Amy Wyrick, 101 Osprey Court, $60,000.

Piverone Properties, LLC to Roger Dragan and Annette Gabriel, 115 Greenhill Place, $72,000.

Jesse and Judy Tegtmeier to Manuel Velasquez, 1306 Chatham St., $90,000.

BB&T to Alain and Karen Velay, 1599 Sanderling Drive, $247,000.

Crystal Coast Habitat for Humanity to Richard Blevins, 109 Faith Lane, $95,500.

Robert and Cordelia Deans to Michelle and James Tanner, III, 1600 Shackleford St., $308,000.

FCSB Real Estate Holdings, LLC to JD Edwards Investments, LLC, 452 Kensington Place, $97,500.

Carey and Margaret Blount to Lindsey Jo Myers, 5122 Holly Lane, $327,000.

Sandra Snow to Trinh Thi Dang, 107 Phillips Landing Drive, $364,000.

The Salem Academy and College to Anne O’Malley, 1905 Shepard St., $375,000.

Scott Capps to Stanley and Louisa Napierkowski, 2201 North Road, $385,000.

David and Sara Wilson to Kelly and Louis Stabler, III, 4425 Arendell St. #402, $390,000.

James and Carol Sloan to Seabreeze Investments, LLC, 1540 & 1546 Hwy 24, $100,000.

Lucey-Walsh, LLC to Susan Knight and Elizabeth Toffton, 117 Creek Line Drive, $115,000.

Philip and Erna Lassalvy to Robin Mogavero, 503 Courtyard West, $115,000.

Ronald and Barbara Smith to Raul and Esther Moreno, 422 Red Fox Trail, $124,500.

Jerry and Judith Levan to Jerry and Linda Moore, 303 Goose Creek Blvd., $132,000.

Billy Joe Royal to Michelle Kent, 135 Vashti Drive, $506,000.

Melissa and Matthew Hoffman to Liza Lewis, 106 Huntmaster Court, $135,000.

Carol and Trawick Stubbs, Jr. to ECPH, Inc., 3404 Arendell St., $575,000.

Scott Capps to Jeffrey and Linda Hebert, 125 South Park Lane, $144,000.

Carteret Crossing, LLC to Diamond 18, LLC, Lot 2, Carteret Crossing Shopping Center, $1,295,5000.

Wanda and Charles Hughes, III to Glenn Tillman, II, 118 Snow Goose Lane, $145,000.

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Geraldine Miller to Alvis and Margaret Fogleman, 212 Bobbys Drive, $150,000.

Conner-W, LLC to Paul and Rita Lindsey, 105 Treasure Cove, $160,000.

John and Kalah Piner to Vincent and Claudia Robillard, 205 Ironsides Road, $190,000.

Marsh Harbour Partners, Inc. to Stone Bay Partners, LLC, Lots 41, 80-81 & 86, Marsh Harbour subdivision, $200,000.

Robert and Wanda Jo Martin to Pamela and Barney Barrett, III, 301 Goose Creek Blvd., $210,000.

Jerri Builders, Inc. to Gregory O’Brian and Joseph Millis, 122 Hickory Shores Drive, $267,000.

Mark Patterson to Andrew and Mary Mendolia, 110 Marsh Harbour Drive, $281,500.

Glandon Forest Equity, LLC to RGH Newport, LLC and JMH Newport, LLC, 980 Hwy 24, $950,000.

Pine Knoll Shores

John and Lee Washalefsky to Daniel and Lorraine Silvano, 142 Mimosa Blvd, $250,000.

Haywood and Mary Grace Clement to Deborah Fusello, 109 Hawthorne Drive, $255,000.

Joseph and Connie Asero to Dwight and Lorena Duncan, 110 Carob Court, $321,000.

Mary and Edward Back, Jr. to Alice Armstrong and Robert Carter, 566 Fiddlers Ridge Road, $700,000.

Dennis and Charlotte Sullivan to John and Stephaney Powell, 212 Oakleaf Drive, $705,000.

GLIC, LLC to Jeffrey and Shelley Jones, 135 Roosevelt Drive, $945,000.

Salter Path

Indian Beach Acquisition, LLC to Carl and Carmen Cortright, 1435 Salter Path Road J-6, $505,000.

Smyrna

Lucy and Gene Godown, Jr. to Philip and Catherine Sellers, 84 Hwy 70, $40,000.

Stella

Legacy Custom Homes, Inc. to David and Krista Jensen, 102 Sterncrest Drive, $223,000.

Larry Jones to Joseph and Maureen Wyzykowski, 173 White Oak Bluff Road, $340,000.

Swansboro

BB&T to Phoebe Fonville, 403 Stoneybrook Drive, $28,500.

McNeill and Associates Rentals, Inc. to Joseph Pass, 601 Pelletier Loop Road #L-72, $120,000.

Jackie and Kathleen Garris to Richard and Joy Skalko, 424 Old Church Road, $136,500.

Stephen and Angela Splawn to Johnny Sharpe, Unit 37-A, Cedar Point Villas, $183,000.

Kevin and Amie Reinert to Richard and Duffy Fleming, 650 Cedar Point Blvd. #A-13, $205,000.

McNeill and Associates Rentals, Inc. to Jon Davenport, 217 Mulligan Drive, $222,000.

Stone Bay Partners, LLC to Joseph and Ellen Jackson, 110 Little Bay Drive, $285,000.

Stone Bay Partners, LLC to James and Charlotte Glynn, 116 Little Bay Drive, $300,000.

Stone Bay Partners, LLC to Carl and Elizabeth Cooper, 118 Little Bay Drive, $310,500.

Stone Bay Partners, LLC to Troy and Danielle Callahan, 301 Treasure Cay, $329,000.

Candace and John Roney, III to David and Judy Kramer, 425 Shoreside Drive, $344,500.

Stone Bay Partners, LLC to Johanna and Edward Owens, II, 130 Little Bay Drive, $358,000.

* Publisher’s Note: This data is provided as public information available to all county residents.

Island Review accepts no liability for errors or omissions and has endeavored to be as accurate as possible. Price given indicates the number of tax stamps purchased at deed filing (representing $2 for $1000 of sales price, in $500 increments) and as such, may not exactly reflect the true purchase price.

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ATLANTIC BEACH

T O W N Meeting Atlantic Beach Passes Budget TOWN MANAGER DAVID Walker outlined the process of preparing the Fiscal Year 2011-2012 operating budget and asked council to approve the budget ordinance during the town’s June meeting. Walker said that since Feb. 28, staff has worked diligently and has thoroughly scrutinized its contents, while also meeting with members of the board for their input. After numerous work sessions and a public forum, the process culminated with a public hearing on May 16. In spite of the town’s tax base decreasing by 28 percent this year, the budget proposes a new property tax break of 17 percent.

“Even with that rate,” Walker noted, “next year’s levy will still be two percent on the current levy, which represents about a $50,000 decrease in the tax lien. In essence, this is a tax cut even with the revaluation and new rate.”

Additionally, the budget shows no increases in fees, water rates or other rates imposed by the town, with no use of the current year’s fund balance for operations.

The budget will continue to use the fund balance for capital outlay and programs the board feels are in the public interest, such as the summer lifeguard program, beach services, dredging, drainage, sidewalks and bicycle paths, and various recreation programs. Mayor Trace Cooper called for a motion to adopt Ordinance 11-06-01, the FY 2011-12 annual operating budget made by Councilmember Eddie Briley, seconded

by Mayor Pro Tem Harry Archer. Motion carried 4-0.

Briley commented that town staff deserves credit for the tax cut. Mayor Cooper also thanked Administrative Services Director Sabrina Simpson and the staff for a job well done.

Atlantic Beach Celebration Town historian James N. “Cap’n Jim” Willis reminded council that the time is now to start preparing for Atlantic Beach’s 75th anniversary celebration and asked the board if they had any ideas. He suggested recording a series of interviews with people, such as Wally Courie and Alan Shelor, along with Gene Hollowell, AB “Bud” Cooper and Buddy Davis, who have lived in or near Atlantic Beach for many years. He also recommended finding and displaying more pictures of the beach and surroundings from its early days.

Willis has already started a history of Atlantic Beach’s beginnings on the town’s website complete with pictures from the past. The town became incorporated May 17, 1937 and held its first meeting with its new mayor, Newman Willis (Cap’n Jim’s father) and aldermen on May 1, 1937. Next year’s festivities will run from Memorial Day through Labor Day 2012.

Mutual Aid Agreement A motion to grant approval to and authorize the town manager to negotiate and execute a final agreement for an amendment to the Water Interconnectivity Mutual Aid Agreement between the towns of Atlantic Beach and neighboring Pine Knoll Shores passed unanimously. David Walker asked the mayor and council to tentatively approve the language of the agreement to be sent to Pine Knoll Shores and does not anticipate that they will have any substantial changes. The agreement will come before the board for ratification after Pine Knoll Shores reviews it. Town attorney Derek Taylor has drawn up the agreement which covers what each town would charge the other for use of water supplied in the case of an emergency. It establishes that each town will waiver charges for water used for less than 24 hours and will apply its own rates for emergencies going beyond that time frame. Councilmember Vada Palma made the motion; seconded by Councilmember Ann Batt. Motion carried 4-0.

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Director Jessica Fiester asked council to name and appoint Lawrence’s replacement. She also explained that the Unified Development Ordinance calls for the board of adjustment to consist of five members who serve overlapping three year terms.

Mayor Pro Tem Harry Archer nominated Sam Rich, currently an alternate, to fill the seat vacated by Lawrence. Council unanimously approved the appointment of Rich and the reappointment of Plough and Walz for three-year terms beginning July 1, 2011. Briley made the motion, seconded

by Batt. Palma nominated John Lotspih to serve as an alternate from July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2013 and thanked him for his continued service to the town. Motion

by Archer; second Briley carried the motion 4-0. David Cox also serves as an alternate on the board. Mayor Cooper commented that if anyone is interested in serving as an alternate to please contact town hall.

Citizens’ Comments Dave Englehard, owner of Coastal Cone, asked the board for consideration and perhaps a waiver on the town’s prohibition of ice cream trucks. He explained that he and his wife, Leslie, who reside in Morehead City, provide not only shaved ice, but an entertaining experience with their state-of-theart vehicle. The truck’s equipment includes flashing lights and a camera, as Englehard explained customer safety is paramount. The couple actively participates in fundraising for local charities, including the Boys and Girls Club. Mayor Cooper remarked that council would be looking into the ordinance and will consider making some revisions.

Plough asked the board to enter into its minutes a signed petition of opposition to the possibility of a boat lift at the end of Pond Drive owing to the size of the street and the congestion it would cause. Mayor Cooper assured Plough the board was not considering it at all. Plough also asked the board to look into the ramp at the west side of town.

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ATLANTIC BEACH

M A Y O R ’ S Notes A Sweeping Success “You’re just talkin’ loud, and sayin’ nothing.� – James Brown and Bobby Byrd

Mayor Trace Cooper

TALK IS CHEAP. These days, on TV and radio, there are dozens of stations filled with people telling you what is wrong with our country, our state or our towns. These folks will be angry and they won’t hesitate to tell you where the fault lies. They will talk about a problem for hours, but they do not seem to take the time to actually go out and fix anything.

Fortunately, this was not the case for a group of people in Atlantic Beach who, when faced with a problem, recently took an active role in its solution.

An impromptu “beach sweep� clean-up program was launched in July by Cj Bagget and several other residents and visitors who thought our beaches would benefit from a thorough cleaning after the Fourth of July holiday. Cj was frustrated by how much time he spent picking up trash on the beach when he came to go surfing. But, instead of just complaining about it, he took the initiative to start a Facebook group and coordinated two beach clean-up events that were staffed totally by volunteers. Despite a heavy downpour in the middle of our efforts on the first afternoon, the group cleaned up over three miles of beach and dunes. In the time that it

would have taken to fire off an angry letter to the editor about the problem, Cj formed a group that solved the problem.

Not all of the 174 people who signed up online made it to the events, but there were certainly enough people there to make a big difference for our beach. I expect the success of these events will lead to others (we will post them all on the town of Atlantic Beach Facebook page) and this group of volunteers will grow.

Obviously, our communities are fueled by volunteers of all kinds. Parents helping at schools, church groups, volunteer fire departments, Volunteers in Policing and many, many more groups accomplish so much that government is not able to do. This is particularly true in Atlantic Beach, where we try to keep our government spending to an absolute minimum. So, in highlighting this one particular volunteer effort, I am not suggesting that others are not doing their share – we know that you are. Nor am I suggesting that the town does not have a responsibility to take care of most of the problems in Atlantic Beach, we do. But, I was struck by how quickly and easily this group was organized and how smoothly the organization led to a material benefit for the town, our residents and our visitors. It was like a flash mob for the environment. And, I think it is a model that can be replicated to help with many other causes.

On behalf of the town of Atlantic Beach, I would like to express our sincere thanks to Cj, Teresa, Christina, Jamie, Melissa, Steve, Mandy & Oliver, Garrett and all the others who took the time, and put forth the effort, to clean up our beach.

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T O W N Meeting Repairing the Mimosa Bridge UPON HEARING FROM architects at Raleigh’s Kimley-Horne about time lost during the necessary approval and permitting process of the Mimosa Bridge project, the Pine Knoll Shores Board of Commissioners unanimously gave the project a shot in the arm during the town’s July meeting. As per current state guidelines, during the bidding process for engineering firms, towns are required to “select firms qualified to provide such services on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualification for the type of professional services required without regard to fee other than unit price information.”

Town Manager Brian Kramer said it is often a cumbersome two-step process – first locating the most qualified firm and then negotiating a price for the project. However, towns may, in writing, request an exception to this ruling for projects where the professional fee is expected to be less than $30,000, making it faster for the town to secure the best company for the project. Commissioner Bob Danehy made the motion to adopt the exception; seconded by Commissioner Clark Edwards. It passed unanimously While Matthew West of Kimley-Horne projected the company would have permits in hand by October and be able to break ground at the beginning of November, commissioners were most concerned about breaching into next year’s tourist season and speculated momentarily on whether the construction should be rescheduled for fall of 2012. West seemed confident, however, that the bridge could be completed

by May 1, 2012.

A Walking We Will Go Pine Knoll Shores’ Pedestrian Master Plan was presented to the public prior to the regularly scheduled July board of commissioners meeting. The color-coded map of town streets depicts the town’s top sidewalk priorities, its plans for the next five years, 10 years and beyond.

Only one resident spoke out against the project once the meeting was called to order. Melissa Sebastian attended the meeting to read a letter from her mother, a Salter Path Road resident who is concerned about the sidewalk’s intrusion upon the natural aspects of Pine Knoll Shores. Her concerns also involved a loss to her driveway and parking area, an issue that Kramer said he will explore further.

Parking Review With eight weeks of paid parking under its belt, the town of Pine Knoll Shores reviewed its decision and looked at costs and revenue. The town initiated parking fees of $10 a day in two of its public beach access parking lots, Memorial Park and Iron Steamer, to control traffic and to create a revenue stream. Thus far, the town’s financial outlay has been about $7,719, including start-up expenses of $1,266, salaries of $6,389 and recurring expenses of $63. Gross revenue to date is $15,514 for a profit of $7,791.

The report shows that the lots are still being used at a high percentage, and are consistently staying fuller than unpaid lots.

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Public Safety Chief Bill Matthias pointed out that the paid parking lots have yet another benefit for the town. In prior years, numerous citations were written for people parking in non-regulated areas of the lot. Not one citation has been in the paid lots this season, he said.

“And crime and vandalism have pretty much disappeared,” Matthias added.

Commissioner John Halada suggested that the data continue to be gathered through the course of the season.

“But certainly on the basis of the criteria I suggest we continue,” Halada added.

Gaining Recognition Finance manager Julie Anderson was recognized during the monthly board meeting. Christ Jones, president of the NC League of Municipalities was on hand to present her with the George C. Franklin Award. Since 1955 the recognition has been presented annually to the student with the most distinguished record in the municipal administration course at the UNCChapel Hill School of Government.

Volunteer Dennis Tomaso, longtime editor of The Shoreline, was named the Team Member of the Quarter. New this year, the award was created by Mayor Jones and the commissioners to recognize someone who goes above and beyond, whether staff or volunteer.

Ranger Brent Toler with the NC Dept. of Forestry attended the board meeting to present the town with its 11th straight Tree City USA designation. Pine Knoll Shores is one of only 72 cities and towns in North Carolina that carry the distinction and the only one in Carteret County. Its 11-year run is the longest in Eastern North Carolina, Toler noted.

Other Business • The commissioners read a first draft of changes to the town’s cash management policy. The board will review the document and make a decision at the August board meeting.

• After months of discussion, the board opted to send its right-of-way ordinance to the planning board for potential changes to the policy. The document made its way back to the board this month, much to their chagrin. After years of discussion, an exacerbated Commissioner Larry Kacmarcik motioned to put the item to bed and never discuss it again.

While fellow commissioners were amused, they did feel the language was a tad too strong. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Larry Corsello. Danehy and Edwards opposed, with Edwards asking for further interpretation of Section 42-2, a portion of the right-of-way ordinance.

• In what Manager Kramer called a “success story that Julie gets credit for,” he announced a new agreement with Waste Industries to handle the town’s solid waste. After renewing with the company several times, Anderson opted to call for bids instead of jumping back into the contract. Waste Industries offered a bid which translated into a reduction in cost for the town. The board voted unanimously to accept the proposal.

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C L U B News Women’s Club Celebrates Year of the Turtle THE PINE KNOLL Shores Women’s Club closed its 2010-2011 year with a luncheon in the beautiful setting at the Coral Bay Club.

Hostesses were Bonnie Ferneau and Donna Belanger.

Pine Knoll Shores Women’s Club newly inducted officers: president, Bonnie Ferneau; vice president, Barbara Milhaven, treasurer, Evelyn O, Neill; secretary, Carroll Beckham; and corresponding secretary, Marian Kutzer.

The decor was a turtle theme with Donna’s creative touch for the name tags, program and special decorated turtle cookies. Secretary Caroll Beckham prayed the invocation and President Barbara Bagby welcomed members and guests. With the town of Pine Knoll Shores being a turtle sanctuary, President Bagby related to this theme at the monthly meetings. She noted how the turtles with their strong shells take their homes with them, reminding women to remember their roots while still welcoming new phases in life. They teach us to appreciate life’s true necessities: shelter, food, drink and faith.

Speakers for each for each meeting received turtle-related gifts.

From the speakers, women learned about special desserts, honoring our veterans, our PKS Aquarium, local Christmas history, food and exercise, Elderhostel opportunities, Dale Carnegie strategies, PKS recreational opportunities and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Coastal Carolina. They also heard monthly stories on famous women.

PKSWC secretary, Carroll Beckham After members enjoyed a presents one of its many community delicious lunch of Sandbar donations to Nikki McCarthy of the Shrimp & Crab Salad or Turkey La Leche League, a support group for Cobb Salad, with a lemon young mothers. She is holding her daughter Lala. meringue dessert, President Bagby presented her yearly report. She commended the members for meeting its commitment to serving the community – they contributed a total of $1,500 to Friends of Bogue Bank Library, Caroline’s House, Boys and Girls Club of Coastal Carolina, PKS Community Emergency Response Team, Broad Street Clinic and La Leche League. The special annual project provided a CCC female with a $1,300 scholarship. Members enjoyed shared interests and friends as they attended meetings, participated in book discussions, arts and culture activities, supper club, cooks Night Out, special projects such as the Christmas parade, Christmas tree festival and Tree City Fair.

President Bagby honored each officer, board member and special interest group chair with a gift of turtle stationery, thanking them for their dedication and hard work: Vice President Bonnie Ferneau;

Recording Secretary Caroll Beckham; Corresponding Secretary Evelyn O’Neill; Treasurer Marilyn Lindblad; hospitality, Donna Belanger/Anita Adler/Linda Pearson; membership, Floranne Passino; publicity, Ronnie Stanley; directory, Linda Strader; historian, Patricia Filan; scholarship, Gail Halada/Kay Howe; communications, Betty Filan/Mary Jane Munch; special projects, Sue Warren, Linda Strader, Bonnie Ferneau, Barbara Fix; services for the ill, Joan Brown; Women Welcoming Women, Linda Langheld; arts and culture, Marian Kutzer; book clubs, Dot Miller; Caroline’s House, Mary Jo Jennings; Cook’s Night Out, Bobbie Hill; Supper Club, Edy Rene Magel/Pat Ruggiero; reports on famous women, Pauly Brown. In appreciation for her dedicated leadership, Vice-President Ferneau presented Bagby with a basket decorated with turtle-embroidered ribbon, a turtle pillow and also a turtle painting by member Floranne Passino. Gift packages were wrapped with special designs by member Maureen Danehy.

Following the honors, new officers were installed by Gail Halada, who acknowledged the outgoing officers with a hearty “thank you” for their part in adding to the richness of the history of the Pine Knoll Shores Women’s Club. New officers are President Bonnie Ferneau; Vice President Barbara Milhaven; Recording Secretary Carroll Beckham; Corresponding Secretary Marian Kutzer and Treasurer Evelyn O’Neill. Meetings will resume in September and will take place on the fourth Friday of each month, except for the December and June luncheons. Membership dues can be sent to Linda Strader at this time.

All women living in Pine Knoll Shores are welcome to attend meetings and join the club.

PKS Garden Club Installs Officers Officers for Pine Knoll Shores Garden Club’s 2011-2012 year were installed at the Coral Bay Club in Atlantic Beach during its annual luncheon in June. Outgoing President Martha Edwards welcomed the members and reviewed the year’s activities. She also thanked her board.

Among the highlights of the year, Edwards mentioned the yearbook getting fourth place in the district competition; participation in the town’s Christmas parade; the birdhouse competition and having a Tweet Shop to help the children of the community have a chance to decorate their own birdhouses; participation in the Tree City Fair by having a successful plant sale because all the plants were donated by Garden Club members; but most of all was a bus trip to Wilmington along with PKS Women’s Club members and visiting the Arboretum, the Farmers’ Market and stopping to shop at Pender Garden Club officers for the 2011-2012 year are, left to right, Treasurer Helvi Larson, Pines Garden Center in Corresponding Secretary Donna Belanger, Hampstead.

Secretary Barbara Williams, Second Following the luncheon, Recording Vice President Linda Langhold, First Vice former Garden Club Presidents Sheryl Woodbury and Jan Corsello, President Kay Howe President Karen Zaenker. installed the new officers, presenting them with flowering plants in various colors symbolizing their office. Karen Zaenker was sworn in as the new president; Sheryl Woodbury and Jan Corsello will share duties of being first vicepresident; Linda Langheld will be second vice-president and will be in charge of projects; Barbara Williams will be the recording secretary; Helvi Larson will be the treasurer and Donna Belanger has agreed to be corresponding secretary again.

Even though the garden club does not meet during July and August, members will still be busy picking up trash in designated areas and tending to the areas that the garden club maintains.

Yvette Bannen, PKS Garden Club ISLAND REVIEW/August 2011

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M AY O R ’ S Notes Heading into Hurricane Season WHILE THIS SEASON doesn’t show on the calendar, those of us that play and live here are well aware of when it is. I thought I would take a few minutes and words to discuss actions we, your town and county, take when we are anticipating a serious storm to come close or to directly impact Mayor Ken Jones you.

First, no decision is made in a box. We realize, and you should know, this is a team effort. Our primary concern is for life and property. We also understand that sometimes storms come at the most inopportune times; during a holiday weekend when we as a county are anticipating a lot of guests. We don’t want to ruin their vacations to our area.

I also want you to know some of the most frequent “orders” we have to put in place when a storm or emergency is forecast for our area.

State of Emergency: This initial step allows us to prepare for the situation and formally begins the process. This also allows us to request resources: troopers, etc. from the state. This first step notifies the state governor. We are in a state of escalation and preparedness. Certain authorizations are given for asset preparedness and we are tracking our municipal expenses as related to the storm.

Evacuation Order: Some people ask if the evacuation is “voluntary” or “mandatory.” There is little sense in putting in place a “voluntary” evacuation order. A “mandatory” evacuation allows us to close the bridge to incoming traffic – outgoing traffic stays open. This also allows the county to open shelters for people that are in dangerous locations and have no place to go. This means we are anticipating conditions that are going to put your life in extreme danger and we are using this formal order to save lives. The “mandatory” order also allows for vacationers to possibly have their hotel reservations and costs reimbursed from their travel agency if they are ordered to evacuate.

Curfew: Don’t take this personally, but stay in your home/ shelter. The purpose is two fold: We want free and clear travel for emergency services to get to the highest priority situation with the least number of obstructions, so they can move to the next emergency based on priority. Second, it is our priority to protect the assets and property of those folks that obeyed the evacuation order. Keep in mind again, we are anticipating, based on forecasts, that there will be damage to property and we want to protect lives. We have to consider the “big” picture.

The purpose is not to limit anyone’s freedoms, but to allow for safety, security, and life saving.

The “all clear” and resention of earlier orders is the best.

While we don’t like to go through any of this, it is inherent to this wonderful location in which we live.

Please stay tuned and be safe!

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T O U R I S M Barometer ‘Pirate Invasion’ Draws Many Tourists to Beaufort!

GRAB YOUR CUTLESS and defend the town of Beaufort against pillaging pirates! On Aug. 12-13 historic downtown Beaufort explodes with excitement as the annual Beaufort Pirate Invasion takes place! Family-friendly festivities include a reenactment of the invasion, dinner with the pirate captors, parties, live music, pirate-themed children’s activities and plenty of grog!

The Beaufort Pirate Invasion is sponsored by the Beaufort Business Association. The invasion highlights a unique historical event that occurred in June of 1747, where Spanish privateers entered Beaufort Harbor and stole several small ships. Unfortunately, there were only 13 militiamen to protect the area, so the Spanish escaped. They returned in August with the intention to take over Beaufort.

This time Major Enoch Ward and 58 militia men responded, but were driven from the town along with all citizens, leaving their belongings behind for the privateers to pillage. However, three days later, Col.

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Now add 11.75 percent for sales tax and occupancy tax.

Contemplate booking your rental several months in advance and paying a 50 percent advance payment, nonrefundable unless your home re-rents. Then 45 days prior to your vacation arrival, it is time to pay the remaining 50 percent.

Putting yourself in the mindset of your potential rental guest is a good reality check on your best rental rate for 2012.

The summer of 2011 is not a fluke and even during this slower economic time we’ve proven our strength as one of North Carolina’s premier beach destinations. The guidelines above are just plain, commonsense approaches used by astute business people when making their pricing decisions. Offer a great product at exactly the right market value and our rental guests will come back, year after year. My forecast for 2012 is for sunny occupancy and revenue again.

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Thomas Lovick and Maj. Ward counterattacked with the help of close to 100 farmers and locals and drove the Spanish out. It is believed that several Spaniards died and are buried in the Old Burying Grounds.

The interest in pirates and Blackbeard has been fueled with the recent release of “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” movie. The raising of the largest artifact from Blackbeard’s flagship, the Queen Anne’s Revenge (a 300-yearold, 3,000-pound anchor) drew a large crowd a few weeks ago while briefly on display at the Crystal Coast Visitor Center. The anchor is currently at the QAR Conservation Lab at East Carolina University where it has been stored, treated and stabilized, but will be returned to the NC Maritime Museum in Beaufort for permanent display after intense study and research. Also, the new Queen Anne’s Revenge exhibit at the NC Maritime Museum has attracted more than 31,000 visitors since its opening on June 11!!

“PirateMania” is everywhere, so “Come smartly me hearties and enjoy great grub, grog and sing a shanty or two!” For complete details on the Beaufort Pirate Invasion, please visit the beaufortpirateinvasion.com.

-Elizabeth Barrow, Director of Local Public Relations, Crystal Coast Tourism Authority

Tomato Hornworm, parasitized by tiny wasps. This fellow is on his way out, leave him alone and the wasps will hatch out to take care of more pesky caterpillars.

Sphinx Moths, also called hawk moths or hummingbird moths! They hover while feeding on flowers, have a 4-to-5inch wingspan, and are dark gray with zigzag black lines on the hind wings and five pairs of yellow spots on each side of the abdomen.

If you see a hornworm wearing what looks like a coat of tiny, white bristles, leave it be! Those are the cocoons of a parasitic wasp.

That worm is on the way out, and the new wasps will hatch and help control other worms.

Now I am excited and really will be looking for these beauties. I hope you see some too!

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Sat. 6: Sculpt for Wildlife. This annual Outer Banks Wildlife Shelter sand sculpting contest is held on the beach in front of the Atlantis 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 a People’s Choice.

Details: 252-240-1200.

Cannon Firing. Join the staff of Fort Macon State Park on the parade deck to view the firing process for the Civil War cannon. Demonstrations are planned for 10:30 and 11:30am and 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30pm. Details: 252-726-3775.

Summer Craft Fair. 9am-4pm. The History Place is home to this popular summer event that features more than 40 craftsmen. Specialties include pottery, nautical items, cutting boards, aprons, photography, sculptures and more. Details: 252-247-7533 ext. 106 or thehistoryplace. org.

Carolina Country Showcase. 8pm.

Dewey Wells and Friends in a delightful presentation of country, gospel and bluegrass music in song and dance at The Morehead Center for the Performing Arts & Events. Tickets are $15 for adults and $8 for children 12 and under. Details: 252-7261501, themoreheadcenter.com.

Traditional Skiff Rally. This free event at the NC Maritime Museum will see sailing craft gathering to recreate a traditional mid1900s work boat regatta. Details: 252-7287317 or ncmaritimemuseums.com.

7, 14, 21, 28: Behind the Scenes – Aquarium Close Encounters. 2-3:30pm. Visit labs and holding areas, help with food preparation and feed the animals in this thorough behind-the-scenes adventure that includes an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck exhibit. Ages 6 and up, $15. Details: 252247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

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

attack on Beaufort and the subsequent trials. A parade, educational programs and rousing parties make this fun for the whole family. Don’t forget your pirate costume!

Details: 252-728-3988.

12, 19: Marsh Cruise. 11am-1pm. Join the Coastal Federation for a cruise by small ferry and learn about coastal ecosystems, native animals and plants and what the federation is doing to help protect these special environments. All marsh cruise programs begin at the Hammocks Beach Visitor’s Center. Participants must buy a ferry ticket through the park. Details: 252393-8185 or visit nccoast.org.

Fri. 12: 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 252-3546350 one week prior for movie title.

Sat. 13: Second Saturday – Ahoy! Pirate’s Day. 10-11am. This series of NC Dept. of Cultural Resources program is held at more than 30 historic sites and museums across the state to highlight history, heritage, arts and fun. The August event in Carteret County is held at the NC Maritime Museum and focuses on pirates. Details: 252-7287317 or ncmaritimemuseums.com.

Mike Cross in Concert. The artist takes the stage at The Morehead Center for Performing Arts and Events. Details: themoreheadcenter.com.

Wed. 17: Shackleford Banks – Horses, Hiking & Heritage. 8:30am-12:30pm.

Experience the Outer Banks heritage and wildlife through this guided hike offered by the NC Maritime Museum. Reservations are required. Cost is $25. Details: 252-728-7317 or ncmaritimemuseums.com.

Sun. 7: Free Sunday in the Garden. 16pm. The first Sunday afternoon, March through October, offers free admission to the gardens at Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens. Details: 252-514-4900 or tryonpalace.org.

Thur. 18: Beach Jive after Five. 5:307:30pm. Enjoy live music and a peaceful ocean breeze at the Western Ocean Regional Beach Access, Emerald Isle. Free. Details: 252-354-6350.

Depression Bead Workshop. 10am. Join Gigi Koehler at the Beaufort Historic Site for a demonstration on the art of depression bead making. Cost is $25. Details: 252-7285225 or beauforthistoricsite.org.

12-13: Beaufort Pirate Invasion. With events at the Beaufort Historical Association and the Beaufort waterfront, this annual festival includes a reenactment of a pirate

Fri. 19: American Red Cross Blood Drive.

2-7pm. Show your support by donating blood at the Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Community Center.

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Traditional Boat Handling. 9am-1pm.

Learn handling traits aboard traditional small craft with the staff of the NC Maritime Museum. Reservations are required. Cost is $95. Details: 252-728-7317 or ncmaritimemuseums.com.

20-21: Murder Mystery Dinner Theater.

7pm. The History Place will host “Miss Murple’s Last Case,” an interactive play that calls on the audience to help weed through murder suspects. The event is presented by Athens of the South Productions. Tickets are $35 for the dinner performance and $15 for the Sunday afternoon matinee. Details: 252-247-7533 ext. 101 or thehistoryplace. org.

Sat. 20: Scrapbooking Workshop. 10am1pm. A scrapbooking workshop with Linda Phelps will be held at Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Community Center for ages 12 and up. Advance registration is required.

The cost is $5 and includes the use of tools and a snack. Additional packages are available. Details: Linda Phelps at 910-3266164 or rphelps@ec.rr.com.

Elvis – Keith Henderson Illusions.

Tickets are on sale now for this event at The Morehead Center for Performing Arts.

Details: themoreheadcenter.com.

Build a Boat in a Day. 9am-3pm. Adult and child teams use the stitch-and-glue technique to assemble a prepared kit for a small flat-bottomed plywood boat suitable for rowing or paddling. Teams are limited to four people with at least one adult. Minimum age is 8. Cost is $300.

Reservations are required. Details: 252-7287317 or ncmaritimemuseums.com.

Sun. 21: Adult Learn to Sail. 1-5pm.

Learn the basics aboard stable sailboats.

Reservations required. Cost is $95. Details: 252-728-7317 or ncmaritimemuseums.com.

Fri. 26: Marine Life Cruise. 9am-noon.

Trawl and dredge with a Duke University research vessel. Reservations are required.

Cost is $25. Details: 252-728-7317 or ncmaritimemuseums.com.

Tue. 30: Kayak Local Waters. 9am2pm. Explore the marshes of Gallants Channel with the NC Maritime Museum.

Reservations are required. Cost is $40 or $20 with your own kayak. Details: 252-7287317 or ncmaritimemuseums.com.

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The Crystal Coast Business Woman of the Year award will be presented again this October with support from the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce, NCCOAST Business Journal and Crystal: A Coastal Magazine for Women. The ideal candidate should exemplify the following:

We’re searching for that perfect little pearl … the diamond in the rough.

The one woman in Carteret County that’s getting the job done.

And we need your help to find her.

Cast your vote at nccoast.com/award

• Notable examples of influence, creativity and success within her industry and community.

• Involvement with charities, nonprofits and women’s organizations.

• Evidence of growth and innovation in the face of economic downturn.

• Efforts to nurture Carteret County’s economy through partnerships formed with local businesses and other women leaders.

Held Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011

the awards ceremony includes a luncheon and cash bar at the Country Club of the Crystal Coast in Pine Knoll Shores.

Reservations can be made through the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce.

801 Arendell St., Suite 1, Morehead City or by calling 252-726-6350.

Various sponsorships are still available by calling Jamie Bailey at 252-241-9485 A panel of judges will determine the winner based on nominations submitted through e-forms available at nccoast.com. Nominees do not need to be members of the chamber or affiliated with any other business-related organization, however, those considered must be the owner of a business or in an upper management position that operates within the limits of Carteret County. The business can be public, private, or nonprofit . Government agencies are not eligible.

Nomination forms available at nccoast.com must be completed no later than Sept. 30.

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Shorelines

By Greg (Rudi) Rudolph, Shore Protection Mgr.

Terminal Groins Become Law of the Land NORTH CAROLINA SENATE Bill 110 quietly became law (SL2011-387) in late June, signifying the passage of terminal groin legislation and a shift in North Carolina coastal policy by reversing anti-hardening measures that was first codified by regulatory rule more than 25 years ago (1985) and statutory law many years later (2003).

The term “quietly” aptly applies here because SB 110 was neither signed nor vetoed by the governor for 10 days after arriving on her desk, and therefore became law by default.

Accordingly the aim of this article is threefold, (1) describe/define a terminal groin and other erosion control hard structures, (2) summarize the recent legislative efforts and the final terminal groin law, and (3) provide some parting thoughts as they relate to Bogue Banks.

(1) Terminal Groin Primer – A terminal groin essentially blends or “Frankensteins” the functions of a jetty and a groin – ideally a terminal groin will impound only enough sand to straighten the shoreline adjacent to an inlet. Any additional sand would move either over, around or through the terminal groin toward an inlet. A jetty on the other hand is a navigational structure designed to preclude as much sand as possible from shoaling an inlet – it is usually a much more grandiose structure (most noticeably longer).

Conversely, a groin usually refers to a permeable or impermeable shore perpendicular structure located along the open oceanfront designed to trap sand and extends from the dry sandy beach and into the ocean. Hence the word “terminal” meaning at the end of an island, and “groin” in its traditional function as a sand trap.

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property from waves and tides. A breakwater is similarly orientated shore parallel, but is positioned further out to sea to protect harbors or can be submerged to provide a “speed bump” for incoming waves.

(2) Regulatory and Statutory History – Several years ago, discussions among local government officials and homeowner’s associations began to surface regarding long-term options for shoreline management, especially along inlet shorelines. At that time beach nourishment, inlet relocation or structural retreat were the only available alternatives; and each had/has their shortcoming. Beach nourishment along inlet shorelines is volatile because the nourishment sand tends to migrate swiftly back into the inlet. Inlet relocation is expensive and involves a time consuming permitting process, and the removal/relocation of homes and infrastructure associated with structural retreat is very difficult to fairly implement. Hence a movement came afoot to allow another management option in the mix – terminal groins – a hard structure that was banned along the state’s 325 miles of oceanfront. The first legislative initiative occurred in 2007, followed by policy advancements related to the State’s Coastal Resources Commission, and again back to the state’s general assembly (see accompanying timeline).

SL2011-387 allows a total of four terminal groins within the state as long as the applicant meets a suite of requirements, e.g., preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement, proof of financial assurance to cover post construction monitoring and mitigation (if warranted), notification to adjacent property owners, etc.

(3) Parting Thoughts – The “4 terminal groin cap” stipulated in S.L. 2011-387 is quite interesting and by de facto is akin to the starting gun of a road race. Who will be first? Who will be last? It’s an obvious question that is hard to shy away from so the following is the Shore Protection Office’s best guess (emphasis please on guess) - Figure 8 is well suited for a terminal groin, followed by Bald Head Island – Figure 8 has been working on the environmental clearances and engineering design for a terminal groin already, which perhaps puts them ahead of the Village of Bald Head YEAR

EVENT

1985

State ban concerning hard structures codified in the State’s Administrative Code (15A NCAC - 07H .0308 and - 07M .0201).

1991

3125-feet long rubble mound revetment and terminal groin completed at Oregon Inlet. Allowed under a provision in the Code to protect the bridge.

1996

3,040-feet long rock revetment (seawall) completed at Ft. Fisher. Allowed under a provision in the Code to protect State or federally registered historic sites.

2003

Session Law 2003-427 amended State General Statutes to include a new provision banning hard structures along the oceanfront (Article 7, Part 3, § 113A-115.1.).

2007

Terminal groin legislation (Senate Bill 559) introduced in the General Assembly 2007-08 biennial long-session. Passes the Senate by a 41 to 8 margin, stalls in the House.

2009

Terminal groin legislation (Senate Bill 832) introduced in the 2009-10 biennial long session.

Passes the Senate by a 37-10 margin, stalls in the House.

2009

House Bill 709 passes (Session Law 2009-479) as a substitute to SB 832 and directs the Coastal Resources Commission to prepare a "Terminal Groin Feasibility & Advisability Study".

2010

Terminal Groin Feasibility & Advisability Study completed, CRC makes recommendations, no movement in General Assembly.

2011

Terminal groin legislation (Senate Bill 110) introduced in the 2011-12 biennial long session.

Conference report passes the Senate and House and becomes law (SL2011-387) w/o Governor's signature.

Island in theory. Ocean Isle is also a good candidate, and lots of groundwork has been laid here as well. There’s 1-2-3 and perhaps in no particular order. In strictly terms of need (not advance engineering/environmental planning); North Topsail may also be a candidate.

So how does SL2011-387 impact Bogue Banks? Very favorably actually because we can now properly evaluate a terminal groin as a design element for Bogue Inlet as part of the master plan, which is the long-term (30 to 50 years) planning and permitting instrument for shore protection along Bogue Banks. We are just getting into the formative stages of the Master Plan (the plan was initiated in 2010); and integrating a terminal groin into the evaluation process should be a relatively seamless process. The main question that will likely need to be reconciled is if we do construct a terminal groin, will we still need to realign the channel every 15-ish years? If yes, then that will be one decision matrix. If no, then that’s another decision matrix. That’s very, very preliminary thinking of course. Fort Macon already has a terminal groin, and any maintenance/improvement decisions would likely be under the purview of the NC Division of Parks and Recreation.

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TURTLE TRACKS PKS Season Off to Slow Start Turtles Finally Coming Ashore in Emerald Isle THE EMERALD ISLE Sea Turtle Protection Program is pleased to report the discovery of five loggerhead sea turtle nests during the month of June. Although the total of five nests remains below the 12 nests that had been found at this time last year, Turtle Program volunteers are encouraged by the discovery of these nests after a very slow start for the year. Furthermore, the peak of sea turtle nesting season is just now getting underway, so volunteers are very encouraged that the number of nests will continue to grow significantly. The beaches across the inlet south of us are having record numbers of nests and we are hoping some of those turtles decide to cross the inlet and come to visit us.

Anyone seeing evidence of a sea turtle on the beach in Emerald Isle is requested to call the Police at 354-2021. Anyone desiring to help in the sea turtle program is asked to contact Pam Minnick at PAMinn@aol.com.

Contributed by Minnicks, Craigs, Horners, Zuckers and Geraghtys

It is mid-June, and no turtles have nested in Pine Knoll Shores yet. It may seem strange, but the water temperatures are still considered a bit cool. Everything north of Onslow Beach is really slow, but should be improving any day now. Hopefully, it won’t be long before we have some nests.

Although we have no nests or crawls, we have had four stranded turtles in Pine Knoll Shores. Two were young green turtles. One, a female, was emaciated. The second green had been crushed. It may have surfaced into a boat hull or Jet Ski. The third turtle was an endangered Kemps Ridley. These turtles do not nest here, but are swimming offshore. This turtle was alive when found, but died while we waited for someone to open the aquarium. It was also emaciated.

The last stranding in Pine Knoll Shores was a half grown loggerhead with two fishhooks imbedded in its jaw. Both hooks were rusted and trailing eight to ten inches of line. This turtle was also alive, but died within minutes. Someone most likely played him on a line until he was exhausted, then cut him loose.

The hooks in the jaw would have made eating difficult.

Here’s hoping things improve soon!

Peggy Sagmiller

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The Point

A peaceful desolation emerges across the sand as the sun sets on The Point in Emerald Isle.

Photos taken by Chip Brown of Emerald Isle.

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B O O K bag The Watery Part of the World

By Michael Parker ALREADY THERE IS a world of praise for Michael Parker’s novel, The Watery Part of the World. Set on a barrier island off the North Carolina coast, three words come to mind in capturing the essence of this story: hurricane, history and haunting. The coastal weather plays a key part in the drama; real historical figures are the basis for character development; the hauntingly descriptive language adds the spice.

Parker is a professor of writing at UNC-Greensboro.

Not often do you find a college teacher resort to such literary license as Parker does where incomplete sentences are frequently found in his eccentric writing style. The thing is – the interesting style adds to the quality of the writing. “No protection from its furious winds.”

The image created in such lines overcomes the suspect grammar.

Set in two different time periods, this novel tells the stories of several people united by heritage and habitat. Theodosia Burr Alston is the daughter of the infamous Aaron Burr.

She is the earliest link in this story which transcends generations. Stranded on the barrier island after her ship is lured ashore by the evil Daniels, she feigns insanity to survive. Her portrait saved from the wreckage becomes the focus of her attempt to hold onto some of her former life.

Over 100 years later the reader meets Maggie and Whaley, her descendants who refuse to leave their island home after others vacate the harsh existence there.

The two sisters must rely on the assistance of Woodrow

Thornton, a black man who stays on the bank with them as their neighbor. These three fascinating characters form an alliance which is both complicated and contentious.

Undoubtedly, these three will join the long list of great literary creations. They are mired in their combined heritages and locked in their dependence on each other.

Yaupon Island becomes a place you will want to visit and not leave. Most readers will long for more, just a few more days and nights on this sandy shore where sacrifice and intrigue boil down to simple exchanges between the three isolated islanders.

One 11 word comment becomes the turning point in the subtle interconnections of the three.

A lifetime of fragile harmony is undone by one simple lie.

One can read many novels without encountering such magnetic characters. The Watery Part of the World is a place of mosquitoes, storms, hard work and loneliness. It is also an island of remarkable human connections which illustrate the conflicts created by the human heart. The vivid imagination of this author will provoke many to want to probe deeper into the inner workings of their own relationships.

This is a remarkable novel which deserves to be read somewhere close to the coast.

Curt Finch, Emerald Isle Books

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Coastal Carolina Regional Airport: 200 Terminal Drive, New Bern. Close, convenient and connected.

Now offering more airlines for more convenience: US Airways Express and Delta Connection Service provided

by Atlantic Southeast Airlines. Visit newbernairport.com for more info.

FINANCIAL & INSURANCE

Academy Mortgage Corporation: 142 Fairview Drive, Suite C, Emerald Isle, 252-725-9814, academymortgage. com/jonathanwood. Contact Jonathan Wood today for a free mortgage preapproval analysis. Offering residential financing options for all types of properties since 1999.

Edward Jones: serving individual investors since 1871, edwardjones.com.

Community representatives: Alice O’Berry, 686 W. Corbett Ave., Ste. 5, Swansboro, 877-326-8484, 910-3268468.

Emerald Isle Insurance: 8754 Reed Drive, Unit 9, Emerald Isle, 252-3545086. Protect your beach property & save on flood insurance by working with Rhonda & Sherry for coverage on your primary residence, second home or rental unit.

Metlife Home Loans: 5511 Capital Center Dr., #400, Raleigh, 919-8522573, chuckhazlett.com. Providing mortgage lending for primary and secondary residences and investment homes. Experts in condominium financing, providing an array of home loan products: conventional, government (FHA, VA & USDA), NC Housing and jumbo loans.

FOOD & WINE

Flipperz Family Bar & Grill: K & V Plaza, Emerald Isle, 252-354-7775.

Casual island lunch & dinner daily with full ABC, ice cream bar, daily specials, salads, burgers, sandwiches, steak & seafood, kids’ plates, across from CVS. Check out the addition of Flipperz Etc. located next door, providing beach gear, souvenirs & wine.

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HEALTH & BODY

Cape Carteret Aquatic & Wellness Center: 300 Taylor Notion Road, Cape Carteret, 252-393-1000, ccaw.net. M-F 5:30am-9pm, Sat. 8am-4pm, Sun. 1-6pm. Youth & adult programs, swim lessons, yoga & pilates, bosu, indoor heated pool, hot tub & steam, professional staff & personal trainers, regular & seasonal memberships.

Keller Fitness Consultants: 252-4226345 or 252-422-6343, erdewkeller@ msn.com, specializing in all levels of fitness and weight training in your home or the gym.

Therapy Center of Cedar Point, Inc., The: 702 Cedar Point Blvd., Cedar Point, 252-393-8828, M-F, 8-5. Assisting you with physical, massage & sports therapies, post op, rehabilitation, women’s health.

Individual care given to all patients by licensed therapists.

Wellness Massage by Byrns & McCormick: 8810 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-240-9296, 910-2654129. Wellness massage for the whole family – by appointment only. Gift certificates are available and make wonderful gifts. We are licensed, insured and mobile service is available.

The difference is that we care.

HOME SERVICES

AA Express Plumbing Service, Inc: 211-6 Atlantic Beach Causeway, Atlantic Beach, 252-247-1155, aaexpressplumbing@embarqmail.com.

Professional, licensed plumbing service – winterizing, water heaters, softeners and full plumbing needs. Emergency 24/7 service. Fully insured.

Atlantic Breeze Storm Shutters: 4101 Arendell St., Morehead City, 252-7279040. Free estimates! The Carolinas’ only custom Bahama & colonial manufacturer. Visit our showroom to see our complete line of storm shutters & awnings, in fiberglass & aluminum, folding accordion, rolldowns- no storm bars, canvas & retractable awnings.

Clegg’s Termite & Pest Control: Morehead City, 252-726-1781, New Bern, 252-636-2345, 800-763-0378 or cleggs.com for office nearest you.

Locally owned & operated by NCSU

grad, former president of NC Pest Control Assoc. Servicing homes & businesses all over NC since 1960, free termite inspections.

Coastal Awnings & Hurricane Shutters: 5300 High St., Morehead City, 252-222-0707, crystalcoastawnings.com. See all your options for hurricane protection, stationary & retractable awnings, 95, M-F, weekends by appt. Custom awnings, Bahamas, Colonials, etc. sales and service – our employees have a combined 40 years of experience.

Coastal Craftsmen: 306 Daisy Court, Emerald Isle, 252-354-9396, cell 503-0466. For quality remodeling, additions & docks, call licensed and insured Chris Ferri for estimates on windows, doors, roofing, painting, siding, decks, bulkheads, steps, walls & fences.

Digital Security, Inc.: 252-3542979, digitalsecurity@nc.rr.com.

Serving Emerald Isle, Swansboro and Morehead City for 15 years.

Specializing in residential and commercial alarm systems. North Carolina licensed and insured.

Great Windows: 252-728-3373.

Quality custom made window treatments including blinds, shades & shutters. For a perfect match, professional decorators come to your home or business. Products include: Great Windows, Hunter Douglas, Timber and Somfy motorized remote control. Fast one-week service (shutters 15 days). For a handcrafted, flawless fit, precise installation and 100-year warranty call today.

Home Repairs by Darryl Marshall: 230 West Shorewood Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-354-2883, dmarshall@ec.rr. com. Serving Emerald Isle property owners for 20 years. Specializing in remodeling and home repairs. Services include carpentry, painting, roofs, decks, replacement windows and doors and yard maintenance. Call with all your home improvement needs.

Island Home Maintenance: Emerald Isle, 252-646-2487. Call me for all your maintenance needs. Minor electrical and plumbing repairs, tiling, painting (cont. on pg. 58)

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B E S T Buys (cont. from pg. 56) and carpentry. Located on the island.

Liftavator: 3302 Hwy 70 East, New Bern, 888-634-1717, encelevators.com.

Service all brands of elevators & lifts with 5-year product warranty & 2-year service warranty. Licensed & insured.

24-hour service available. Building, installing & servicing elevators since 1985.

Outer Island Accents: 252-504-1001, 877-788-1051. Custom residential & commercial, interior & exterior painting in Atlantic Beach, Emerald Isle, Morehead City & Beaufort.

References available, fully insured.

SeaMar Contracting: 206 Star Hill Drive, Cape Carteret, 252-393-7408, 301-748-3194. Specializing in painting, interior and exterior home repair, wall covering and maintenance.

Sound Furniture & Appliance: 600 Cedar Point Blvd., Cedar Point, 252393-8130, shopsoundfurniture.com.

Located one mile west of the Emerald Isle Bridge. Committed to providing quality furniture and appliances at prices you can afford.

Southern Glass & Mirror: 1047 W. Corbett Ave. (Hwy 24), Swansboro, 252-354-1223, 910-325-1050, 24-hr. emergency service 910-326-5283.

Prompt, professional sales, service & installation of residential & commercial windows & glass doors, screens, mirrors, custom shower doors & enclosures, insulated glass, plexiglass & lexan, in Carteret, Craven & Onslow counties.

Window Wizard: 113 Loblolly St., Emerald Isle, 252-515-0261. Window cleaning and power washing that leaves “windows so clean you’ll think they’re open.” Quality work at an affordable price on both residential and commercial properties. Call Virgil for a free estimate.

Windows & More: 5056 Hwy 70 W, Morehead City, 252-726-8181. Visit our new facility to see full-sized, energy efficient, high quality windows & doors, hardwood floors, plantation shutters & blinds by Marvin, Infinity & Integrity. Skilled installation & service by trained personnel.

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INTERIOR/EXTERIOR DECOR

ALB Decorator Fabrics & The Quilted Butterfly: 110 Little Nine Road, Morehead City, 252-222-0787.

The finest in first-quality fabrics for decorating & quilting, open Tues.-Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-4. Come see our selection.

Artisan Granite & Marble: 203 Boardwalk Drive (behind the waterslide), Emerald Isle, 252-3547774, fax 252-354-8884. It’s jewelry for your home! Exclusive area supplier of Oysterstone. Come see Linda.

Artistic Tile & Stone: 252241-7579. Come visit our new designer showroom located at 607 Atlantic Beach Causeway or visit artistictileandflooring.com.

Atlantic Breeze Storm Shutters: 4101 Arendell St., Morehead City, 252-7279040. Free estimates! The Carolinas’ only custom Bahama & colonial manufacturer. Visit our showroom to see our complete line of storm shutters & awnings, in fiberglass & aluminum, folding accordion, rolldowns - no storm bars, canvas & retractable awnings.

Budget Blinds: 252-247-3355, cell: 252-229-6431, budgetblinds. com. Charlie Utz gives free in-home consultations in Carteret & Craven Counties on cellular shades, plantation shutters, blinds, woven woods, draperies & more.

Coastal Awnings & Hurricane Shutters: 5300 High St., Morehead City, 252-222-0707, crystalcoastawnings.com. See all your options for hurricane protection, stationary & retractable awnings, 95, M-F, weekends by appt. Custom awnings, Bahamas, Colonials, etc. Sales and service – our employees have a combined 40 years of experience.

Great Windows: 252-728-3373.

Quality custom made window treatments including blinds, shades & shutters. For a perfect match, professional decorators come to your home or business. Products include: Great Windows, Hunter Douglas, Timber and Somfy motorized remote control. Fast one-week service (shutters 15 days). For a handcrafted, flawless fit, precise installation and

100-year warranty call today.

Jay Horton Designs: 252-230-0788.

Offering landscape architecture, site planning, coastal permitting and stormwater design. Located in Morehead City, jayhortondesigns.com.

McQueen’s Interiors: Pelletier Harbor Shops, Hwy 70/Arendell St., Morehead City, 252-247-3175, mcqueensinteriors.com. 10,000 sq. ft. showroom of unique contemporary, traditional & coastal furnishings.

Complete professional design services to make your home truly one-of-akind.

Mills and Thomas Furniture: 807 West Corbett Ave., Hwy 24 West, Swansboro, 910-326-4694 or 800343-8909, millsandthomas.com.

Specializing in coastal, cottage, traditional, and eclectic lifestyles for more than 50 years. Featuring the largest selection of in-stock patio furniture in Eastern North Carolina.

National Marble Products: 120 Leslie Lane, Swansboro, 910-326-3005, nationalmarbleproducts.com. Discover our friendly, knowledgeable staff. Step into our newly renovated kitchen & bathroom showroom for home ideas.

Let us help you design your custom shower, bathtub, kitchen & bath countertops.

Sound Furniture & Appliances: 600 Cedar Point Blvd, Hwy 24 East, Cedar Point, 252-393-8130, shopsoundfurniture.com. Quality at exceptional prices.

Thad’s Carpet One: 416 Cedar Point Blvd., Swansboro, 252-393-6171.

Carpet, area rugs, ceramic, laminate, hardwood, vinyl & more. Open Mon.Fri. 9-5, Sat. 10-2, call for after-hours appointments.

Window, Wall & Interior Décor: 1507 Live Oak St., Beaufort, windowandwalldecor.com, 252-8380201 or 800-601-8036. Custom made draperies and valances. Beautiful and as affordable as you need them to be.

LINEN & GEAR RENTAL

Crystal Coast Tent & Event Rentals: 9104-D Coast Guard Road, Emerald Isle, 252-764-2761, crystalcoasteventrentals.com. Offering event rental & planning services from wedding to corporate events &

everything in between. Open 7 days a week, offering free local delivery and complementary site surveys. Stop by the full service showroom and let an event coordinator make your event a success.

Island Essentials: Linen & Leisure Supply Company, 208 Bogue Inlet Drive, Emerald Isle, 888-398-8887, 252-354-8887, info@island-essentials. com. High quality baby & beach gear rental equipment with free delivery & pick-up to your vacation home. Also bed & bath linen service. Year-round, reserve ahead to ensure availability.

OUTDOORS & MARINE

Country Club of the Crystal Coast: 152 Oakleaf Drive, Pine Knoll Shores, 252-726-1034. Bogue Banks’ only golf course, overlooking Bogue Sound, offering 18 championship holes of golf with pool, clay tennis courts, restaurant, banquet facilities and much more. Golf and tennis open to the public and when you play, you can dine with us too. Memberships available for residents, nonresidents and juniors. Now offering a new dining membership with dues as low as $10 per month. Call for details.

NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores: 252-247-4003, 866-294-3477, ncaquariums.com. Facility includes 32-ft. waterfall, 50,000 gallon Queen Anne’s Revenge display, mountain trout pool, jellyfish gallery, river otter exhibit, 306,000-gallon Living Shipwreck exhibit with 3 observation windows. Open daily.

Outer Banks Marine Construction: 1501 First Ave., Morehead City, 252240-2525, outerbanksmarineconst. com. Specializing in residential docks, seawalls, boatlifts, floating docks, boat ramps, boatlift service & dock repair, plus some commercial docks & seawalls.

Waters Landscaping & Vinyl Manufacturing: 252-354-9162, waterslandscaping.com. Residential & commercial decks, custom vinyl porch railing & fencing, arbors, pergolas, enclosures, with lifetime warranty on materials. Custom artwork by licensed vinyl fabricators.

Yardworks, Inc. Landscaping & Lawn Care: 902 WB McLean

Blvd., Cape Carteret, 252-393-9005, yardworkslandscapes.com. Over 20 years of experience working on the Crystal Coast. Quality service in landscaping, irrigation, lawn care, outdoor lighting, hardscapes & design.

REAL ESTATE & CONSTRUCTION

Ace Builders: Emerald Isle, 252-4222596. greg9567@earthlink.net, Licensed NC General Contractor, storm damage repair, decks, porches, remodels, new construction, fully insured.

Al Williams Properties, Real Estate & Development: 407 Atlantic Beach Causeway, 252-726-8800, 800-8491888, alwilliamsproperties.com. From sound to sea & beyond. We can serve your coastal real estate needs. Open 6 days/week, by appointment on Sunday.

Bluewater Builders: 201 Mangrove Drive, Emerald Isle, 888-354-2128, 252354-7610, bluewatergmac.com. From vacation homes to primary residences, Bluewater’s expertise can make your dream of living on the Crystal Coast a customized reality.

Bluewater Real Estate: 200 Mangrove Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-354-2128, 888-258-2128; Cape Carteret 252-3932111; Atlantic Beach 252-726-3105, 866-467-3105; Beaufort 866-8030073; bluewatergmac.com. Vacation, monthly & annual rentals. Real estate sales of island & mainland properties for all of Carteret County.

Cannon & Gruber, REALTORS: 509 Atlantic Beach Causeway, 800-3172866, 252-726-6600, cannongruber. com/irm. Specializing in exceptional properties on our beautiful coast for sale or rent. Let our experience work for you!

CENTURY 21 Coastland Realty, Inc.: 7603 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, 800-822-2121, 252-354-2131, coastland.com. We manage 225+ homes & condos for short or long term rental. With 24 years of experience, our courteous staff looks forward to helping with your vacation or sales needs.

Don Henry Custom Builders, Inc.: 7603 Emerald Drive, 252-646-3412.

Licensed NC general contractor specializing in new construction, custom remodeling, vinyl siding &

windows, decks, room additions & storm repairs; fully insured.

Emerald Isle Realty: 7501 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, Sales: 252-354-4060, 800-304-4060, EmeraldIsleRealty.com. Awarded 2005 and 2009 Top Office Production Award for Carteret County. Our knowledgeable & professional sales staff is happy to discuss any of your concerns & help you make the correct decision when buying or selling real estate on the coast.

Emerald Isle Realty Vacation Rentals: 7501 Emerald Drive, 800-8493315, 252-354-3315, private owner’s line 800-354-2859, EmeraldIsleRealty. com. With almost 50 years in property management, maximizing the rental income on your investment property is our #1 priority. Call for a complimentary, confidential property management analysis.

Future, Homes & Realty: 1075 Freedom Way, Hwy 24, Hubert (8 miles west of Swansboro), 910-5776400. Licensed general contractor with master craftsmen, modular technology, fast construction, display models, 910389-9092.

Guthrie Construction & Interiors, Inc.: 877-778-3585, 252-354-3585, cell 252-670-4490, gguthrie3@ec.rr.com.

George & Emily Guthrie specialize in building fine, oceanfront homes for discerning owners. Call today to make your dreams come true.

HandCrafted Homes: 3900 Hwy 70 East, New Bern, 252-514-4516, handcraftedhomes.com. We can build your new stick-built home off-site, faster, with better workmanship & strength, from a wide selection of designs. Hours: Mon, 9am-4pm; Tue-Fri, 9am-5pm; Sat. 10am-4pm; closed Sunday; open by appointment anytime.

Kitch Ayre: Real Estate Broker with Bluewater, Emerald Isle & Cape Carteret, 888-354-2128, 252-2411382 cell, kitchayre@hotmail.com, Accredited Buyer’s Representative, Carteret County Assoc. of Realtors 2005 Top Producer & Sales Agent, Bluewater 2005 Top Producer. Call me for all of your real estate needs. (cont. on pg. 60) ISLAND REVIEW/August 2011

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Landmark Homes: 252-393-2159, 800-611-7705, landmarkhomesnc. com. Diane & John Ritchie offer fully licensed & insured, commercial & quality home building services as well as renovations to make your wishes come true.

On-Site Services: 252-725-2707.

Specializing in home repairs and renovations, decks, siding, painting (interior & exterior) and pressure washing. Certified Simonton window installer.

Pat Patteson, General Contractor: 8926 Crew Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-723-8800, 252-354-7248, pat@ islandhomesbypatpatteson.com. Stop by to see us at our location behind Bert’s Surf Shop. Custom homes, design service & renovations; call Pat, a Master Certified Green Professional, to build your dreams from design to completion; member of NCHBA and NAHB. Realty World First Coast Realty: 407 Atlantic Beach Causeway, Atlantic Beach, 252-247-5150, 800-972-8899, ncvacations.com, rentals@ncvacations. com, sales, rentals and property management. We need houses for long-term and vacation renters.

Sun-Surf Realty (Sales & Rentals): 7701 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, Sales 252-354-2958, 800-849-2958, Rentals 252-354-2658, 800-553-7873, sunsurfrealty.com. Come for a week, stay for a lifetime. Call for our rental brochure or email rentals@sun-surf. com for great rentals & fine home sales.

Shorewood Real Estate, Inc.: 7703 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, 252354-7873, 1-888-557-0172, fax 252354-7852, shorewoodrealestate.net.

Family-owned sales, vacation rental & property management business specializing in attentiveness. Call for free rental catalog or sales info.

Syndie Byrd, CRS: 252-354-6111, 888-354-2128 x219, cell 252-646-3244, homesinemeraldisle.com. Real estate broker with 16+ years sales experience in vacation homes, investment properties, year-round/permanent 60

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homes & vacant land. Specializing in Crystal Coast, Cape Carteret & Swansboro. Buyer representation available.

Valente Construction Company: Building the finest with storm & security shutters from Weather Masters for residential & commercial, 800-486-8131. Also, Blue Hawaiian fiberglass swimming pools with 15-day installation, 252-354-3515 or 888-7530257.

Watson-Matthews Real Estate: 9102 Coast Guard Road, Emerald Isle, 252354-2872, cell 241-4959, jimilue@ ec.rr.com. Broker & Accredited Buyer’s Representative, specializing in Emerald Isle. Small enough to give buyers & sellers individual attention. If you are selling your piece of paradise or searching for one, contact me.

SHOPS & SERVICES

Emerald Isle Books: Emerald Plantation, Emerald Isle, 252-3545323, emeraldislebooks.com. Fantastic selection of books, greeting cards, rubber stamps, kites, bath items, stationery, games, toys & puzzles for the entire family. Hardback books discounted 10%.

Emerald Isle Self Storage: 8926 Crew Drive, Emerald Isle (access road to Food Lion), 252-354-6966. Open Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sat. and Sun. by appt. Now you can keep it all on the island without keeping it in your garage.

Fran’s Beachwear: 8305 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-354-3151.

Crystal Coast’s No. 1 choice for swimwear with more than 50 lines to choose from, as well as shoes, bags, jewelry, accessories and casual clothing for beach days and evenings on the town.

Just Hair: Emerald Plantation Shopping Center, Emerald Isle, 252354-3302, 16 years of experience in a full service salon for men & women offering the latest haircuts, foil highlighting, perms, color, facial waxing, braiding, ear piercing. Walkins welcome.

J.R. Dunn Fine Jewelers: Emerald Plantation in Emerald Isle, 252354-5074 or Cypress Bay Plaza in Morehead City, 252-726-8700. Offers unique & fine quality jewelry including special pieces such as the Emerald Isle Destination BraceletTM . Take home this or another memorable piece of paradise or find the perfect gift here.

Lighthouse Boutique: 105 Front St., Swansboro, 910-326-6482. Onestop store for that special occasion.

Specializing in top designers like City Girl, Not Your Daughters’ Jeans, Ann Trinity, Picadilly and much more. Sizes small to 3x. Unique selection of shoes, handbags, handmade jewelry and sterling jewelry accessories.

Petal Pushers, Etc.: 7803 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, 252-354-8787, petalpushersshop.com. Special for rental property owners, welcome guests with fresh flowers for less than $50 a week. Floral arrangements for all occasions, weddings and everyday, plants, gifts, handcrafted jewelry and local art.

Swan Feathers: 504-B Cedar Point Blvd., Cedar Point, 252-393-2142.

Features casual ladies’ sportswear, career wear & elegant evening wear by top designers. Accessories include a wide variety of jewelry, hats, shoes, purses & much more! Open Mon.-Sat. 10am-6pm.

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advertiser INDEX X AA Plumbing ....................................10 Academy Mortgage .........................41 Ace Builders ...................................31 Affinity Green ...................................46 Al Williams Properties .....................11 ALB Fabric .......................................33 Artisan Granite & Marble .................47 Artistic Tile & Stone ...........................6 Atlantic Breeze Storm Shutters .......39 Bluewater Builders...........................22 Bluewater Real Estate .......................3 Braswell Rootbusters.......................33 Brown and Curtis .............................17 Budget Blinds ..................................15 Cannon & Gruber, REALTORS .......14 Cape Carteret Aquatic & Wellness Center .........................62 CENTURY 21 Coastland Realty, Inc. .......................................2 Clegg’s Termite & Pest Control, Inc .55 Coastal Awnings ................................9 Coastal Carolina Regional Airport ...23 Coastal Craftsmen ...........................20 Coastal Mulch ..................................15 Country Club of the Crystal Coast ...12 Crystal Coast Tent & Event Rentals .............................20 Ed & Mac Nelson ...............................9 Edward Jones ..................................41 Emerald Isle Books & Toys ..............55 Emerald Isle Insurance ....................29 Emerald Isle Realty Sales ...............63 Emerald Isle Realty Vacation Rentals............................32 Emerald Isle Self Storage ................15

Flipperz Family Bar & Grill ...............37 Flipperz, Etc.....................................37 Fran’s.................................................5 Furniture Distributors .......................24 Future Homes ..................................62 Great Windows ................................17 Guthrie Construction........................13 Handcrafted Homes.........................12 Home Repairs by Darryl Marshall....34 Island Essentials..............................14 Island Home Maintenance ...............15 Jay Horton Designs .........................11 JR Dunn...........................................25 Just Hair ..........................................25 KV Pressure Pros ..............................6 KABA .................................................5 Kathryn’s..........................................47 Keller Fitness ...................................53 Kitch Ayre, Bluewater Real Estate .....3 Landmark Homes/Hatteras Pools......9 LIFTAVATOR Residential Elevators & Lifts.............................43 Lighthouse Boutique ........................23 McQueen’s Interiors ..........................4 Mills & Thomas ................................33 Met Life ..............................................7 National Marble Products ....... 16 & 29 NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores .........................37 NCCOAST Communications ...........57 Outer Banks Marine Construction ...11 Outer Island Accents .......................15 Pacific Beachwear ...........................49 Pat Patteson, General Contractor ...19 Petal Pushers ..................................11

Portofino’s........................................47 Realty World ....................................10 SeaMar Contracting.........................55 Shorewood Real Estate, Inc. ...........41 Sound Furniture ...............................13 Southern Glass & Mirror ..................31 Sun-Surf Realty Property Mgmt.......21 Sun-Surf Realty Sales .....................35 Sun-Surf Sheila O’Shea ..................23 Swan Feathers Fine Ladies’ Clothing .........................................20 Syndie Byrd, CRS, Bluewater Real Estate ......................................3 Thad’s Carpet One ........... Back Cover Therapy Center of Cedar Point, Inc. ............................55 Town of Emerald Isle .......................26 Valente Construction .......................34 Waters Landscaping & Vinyl Manufacturing....................46 Watson-Matthews Real Estate ........25 Wellness Massage ..........................23 Window, Wall & Interior Décor .........62 Window Wizard................................23 Windows and More ..........................24 Yardworks, Inc. Landscaping & Lawn Care. .................................27

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Oceanfront 7203 Ocean Drive $1,550,000

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Oceanfront 9937 Louise Howard Court $1,650,000

Oceanview 5711 Landing Court $399,500

Oceanfront 7805 Ocean Drive East $720,000

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Island 137 Conch Court $343,000

Condominium Ocean Reef $319,500-$339,000

Island 7013 Sound Drive East $315,000

Condominium Pebble Beach $129,000-$329,000

Island 114 Shell Drive $299,000

Condominium Queens Court $274,900-$399,500

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