Welcome to the Summer Edition of OuterBanksThisWeek.com magazine.
It's finally summer. Ocean swims. Fantastical thunderstorms. Businesses booming. Hot, humid days made bearable by always-present wind. Here at OuterBanksThisWeek.com magazine, we've been so excited about this summer issue because it's filled to overflowing with articles, pictures and schedules that capture what summer is all about on these outer islands. You'll want to read it from cover to cover!
Oh How We Love Summer on the Outer Banks!
LIFEGUARDS Can we just start with the lifeguards?! Good lord, have you seen them? I don't care what your persuasion is, each one of them is gorgeous, fit, brave, strong and true. And, most importantly... really...they save hundreds of lives every single summer on the Outer Banks. Thanks to all of you. OUTDOOR DINING ... Read More
Savory Beautiful Swimmers
Callinectes sapidus. Those two Latin words have a definite lyrical roll to them, but I must say I like our English translation better - savory beautiful swimmers. It's perfect for the blue crab, isn't it! How many times have you watched them maneuver in the water, seemingly able to travel four dimensions at once with... Read More
How to Eat a Crab
Be prepared. Eating crabs is messy but the mess is worth it! Steamed Blue crabs are deep red and are usually covered with special seasoning to enhance their flavor. Pull off all the legs and claws with a twisting motion. You can use a dull knife in the joint to make removal easier. Sometimes some meat will come out... Read More
