Articles

Creation, Connection, Community

By Heather Frese
We are living in the age of AI, where computer-generated “art” is served up on our laptops daily. And while it can be a lot of fun to see a picture of what your cat would look like if it was a human, real art serves a deeper purpose, one of inspiration and connection across place and time. When that place is Hatteras... Read More

Endless Summer Fun at H2OBX

By Leah Wingenroth
Nothing puts a damper on a summer vacation like a week of red beach flags warning you to stay out of the ocean due to rip currents. You’ve waited all year to splash in the water and relax on the beach, but, lo and behold, the ocean isn’t swimmable and the wind is tossing sand all over your towel.  Before you drive... Read More

Only in The Northern Outer Banks

By Leah Wingenroth
If you’re on the hunt for a new summer adventure, look no further than The Northern Outer Banks. Corolla, Carova, the Mainland and Knotts Island offer many unique things that you can only do here. For a one-of-a-kind experience, be sure The Northern Outer Banks is on your daytrip itinerary – or, best of all, your... Read More

Family History on the Water

By Capt. Marty Brill
One question local guides and skippers get asked a lot is, “Was your father a captain?” Capt. Jamie Wescott can answer that question better than most, because he came by his profession naturally. With a total of 13 generations of Manteo ancestors in his family tree, there was a pretty good chance he would end up... Read More

History 500 Years in the Making

By Anna Thomas
The 4WD area north of Corolla is home to some very special residents: a herd of well over 100 Colonial Spanish mustangs designated as the official State Horse of North Carolina. This recognition, established in 2010 by the N.C. The General Assembly, demonstrates this state’s love for this most unusual breed. The best... Read More