Outer Banks This Week Blog

Outer Banks information comes in many forms, but there’s no better way to learn it than through conversations with a local. The OuterBanksThisWeek.com blog is that local friend … even if you already live here! Every week, Molly Harrison gives the run down on Outer Banks activities, Outer Banks events, Outer Banks shopping – all the Outer Banks information needed to ensure that you have the best possible experience. And she does it in a conversational way that’s easy to read and entertaining. Outer Banks activities are numerous, and this blog gives you an insider’s scoop to help you plan your day. She leads you to all the Outer Banks events you won’t want to miss – sports, annual functions and holiday festivities. She gives you her input on the most exciting Outer Banks activities – the ones she loves, the ones she thinks you should love. If anything exciting or out-of-the-ordinary is happening during your visit – and there definitely will be something – this blog is your trusty guide to figuring out the whats, whens and wheres.

Nightlife, for example, is detailed here – what band is playing where, which scene is wild, which is chill. Festivals are also described – the ones that are old and loved and the ones that are new and anticipated. The amount of Outer Banks information offered here will keep you busy and in the know. You can find out what would be fun for you, your family or even your pets.

A fun touch of this blog is its conversational element. Hannah Lee always wants to hear from you! In fact, reader input can influence the basis of her next blog’s focus. So if there’s a topic or question you’re craving an answer for, let her know. Sit a spell and read through present and past OuterBanksThisWeek.com blogs. With all the Outer Banks information detailed for you, you’ll be the trusted source to all your friends!

What the Lifeguards Want You to Know

By Molly Harrison | Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Though the ocean is still rather chilly - ranging between 62 and 66 degrees at present - people are out there swimming already. Not me. I'm not ready until the ocean is at least 70 degrees, but hopefully that won't be long. June is only a week away, believe it or not. * With Memorial Day weekend fast approaching and... Read More
Kitty Hawk Kites now offers futuristic JetPak Adventures.

The Future is Here

By Molly Harrison | Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Every once in a while the next big thing comes along and shakes up the watersport world. For a long time there was just surfing and sailing and water-skiing. Then came windsurfing. Followed by Jet-skiing. Remember when that was new? It caused quite the hubbub in the early 1990s when people were trying to figure out... Read More
This map could solve the mystery of The Lost Colony.

Mystery Solved?

By Molly Harrison | Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Did everybody hear about the recent discovery that could possibly solve the mystery of the Lost Colony? It's week-old news, but since there are many locals who didn't catch the story in the media last week, I imagine there are many more people from far away who didn't hear the story either.Here's the deal: A fort... Read More

Welcome Home DCAC

By Molly Harrison | Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Eight months after Hurricane Irene flooded downtown Manteo, another of the storm's victims has finished repairs and reopened its doors. The Dare County Arts Council, housed in the historic Dare County Courthouse on Queen Elizabeth Street, is reopening its office and galleries on Friday, May 4."We've got a fresh, clean... Read More
This new monument on Hatteras will be dedicated on Thursday.

Something for Everyone

By Molly Harrison | Tuesday, April 24, 2012
One reason the Outer Banks is so popular is that it appeals to a wide variety of subcultures. History buffs to wind and wave addicts, fitness freaks to lighthouse lovers, RV campers to luxury home renters, birders and wildlife watchers to hunters and anglers, painters to bikers, paddlers to Jet Skiers, foodies to... Read More