Did You Hear Something? Jul 20, 2022
My goal for yesterday was to post a new podcast. When I opened the file I realized I still had a bunch of work left to do. No problem, I said to myself, I'll knock it out Wednesday morning. I woke up at 4 a.m. today, looked at the file again, and realized it's going to be next week's post. We'll...
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Steve The Dream Jul 19, 2022

There once was a man who lived on this beach and his name was Steve Thomas. Many of us remember him as Steve the Dream. Steve Thomas was a stay-at-home-dad to his two daughters while his wife, Anne, worked for the Dare County Health Department. Steve the Dream was his alter-ego who...

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Ready for an Outer Banks Weekend, 7/15/22 Jul 15, 2022

Thanks!

I've received excellent feedback and excitement regarding Treasures of the Outer Banks and I appreciate it.  I'll be working hard to get the podcasts pushed to the forefront very soon.  I think you'll enjoy them.

We're Number1!

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2022 Flying Pirate Half Marathon events marathon race Jan 11, 2022

After a pandemic-induced hiatus, the half marathon is back.  This year's Flying Pirate Half Marathon is scheduled for April 24 at 7 a.m.  This run is mostly on flat terrain and runners often wear pirate-themed costumes.

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Adventures in the Alligator River Refuge activities alligator river alligators black bear wildlife Jan 11, 2022

A funny story I heard second-hand is that of a kayak guide leading a tour in Alligator River.  This tour mostly goes through protected canals in wooded areas.  Guides will lead you on a quiet, relaxing trip, stopping occasionally to talk about the history, flora, and fauna.  This...

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OBXWA Wedding Weekend + Expo events weddings Jan 03, 2022

The Outer Banks Wedding Association will be holding their annual Wedding Weekend and Expo on March 5 and 6, 2022.  The Expo is held at First Flight High School (admission fee is $20) and it's a great opportunity to meet vendors, see their products, and make reservations.  As a top...

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Kellyā€™s Annual St. Patrickā€™s Day Parade, 2022 events holiday nags head parade Jan 01, 2022

After a two year hiatus due to the pandemic, Mike Kelly has scheduled the parade this year for March 20, 2022 at 1 p.m.  This will be the 31st parade.  Locals usually flock to the beach road in Nags Head to see or be seen.

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Best Hat For Active Watersports: Shelta equipment hats sun protection Dec 25, 2021
A baseball hat is fine for protecting the top of your head and forehead from the sun, but what about your ears, nose, and neck?  There are two problems with large brim hats currently on the market:  Most hats with a large brim are made out of straw, which doesn't hold up after getting...
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Best Fins: Pro Teck Super Flex Fins equipment paddleboarding sup surfing Dec 25, 2021

As a long-time business owner in the watersports industry I've had plenty of time to experiment and find things that work.  One item that's worth every penny is the Pro Teck Super Flex Fin.  We rent a lot of paddleboards and surfboards and the first thing we do after receiving a...

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Wanchese Scallops and Bacon food seafood Dec 24, 2021
So I'm in the Southern Shores Food Lion and I'm cruising past the seafood section, which I usually try to ignore because most of their product is shipped half-way around the globe and that doesn't make any sense because the best seafood in the world is just a few miles away, when I make...
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