Outer Banks Posts

Thanksgiving at the farm included our newest resident, Topnotch. It’s been a week since we relocated Topnotch to the farm, and he is settling in well and getting to know us and our routine. We’re taking it very slow with him; our main goals right now are to make him feel secure and comfortable in his new home and to make sure he’s eating a healthy diet. (If you missed that news of Topnotch’s removal from the wild, you can get the details on our Facebook page.)

Topnotch gets multiple small meals throughout the day that include hay pellets, hay cubes, beet pulp, and chopped hay, all soaked in water so that it’s easily palatable and provides him with the calories and nutrition that he needs. In addition to his hay soup, he also gets a feed formulated for senior horses three times a day, along with electrolytes and a fatty acid supplement. The great news is, he is a proud member of the clean plate club - he is not a picky eater! For the first time in a while we are thrilled that Topnotch is willing to eat anything that’s put in front of him. He's already gained a bit of weight, and once he’s more comfortable being handled our vet will do a thorough exam of his mouth to see if there’s anything we can do to help him chew more efficiently.

We’re asking that you consider making a donation toward Topnotch’s ongoing care and feed. As he gets acclimated to his new diet he will eventually be consuming about 20lbs of food a day, which costs approximately $400 per month. Every bit makes a big impact - a bag of chopped hay is just $30 and will feed Topnotch for several days. Your support will also help us cover the cost of veterinary bills and other things like dewormer, vaccinations, and winter blankets for him. You can sponsor Topnotch (sponsorships make great gifts too!) or make a one-time donation towards his care by visiting our website!

Windy and Sunny -- We just opened at 9 a.m. so no catches yet. There's a gentle NE breeze at 10 knots and small surf. Ocean temp around 55 degrees. High tides 5:15 a.m. and 5:37 p.m. Low tide11:43 a.m. Check out the Pier Shop for your Christmas shopping needs!

Located near local favorites like The Paper Canoe, Thesdosia, and the Sanderling community pool!🏊

The Little Wren is a 4 bedroom, semi-oceanfront home in Duck that provides ocean views from the living room deck, easy access to the beach, nearby trails for walking and biking, and a community pool🌊

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Celebrate the start of the holiday season with us! 🎅 The 15th Annual Duck Yuletide Celebration is scheduled for Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 3:00-5:00 p.m. presented by Towne Bank.
🎄 Make plans to gather at the Town Park for holiday music provided by Sam on Sax, activities for the whole family, tasty treats provided by the Town and Duck’s Cottage, Coffee, & Books, tree lighting, and the arrival of Santa!

Featured Misfit Cocktail: Moonracer’s Crown Daiquiri
made with @outerbanksdistilling Kill Devil Rum's silver, cranberry & lime juices, and house-made cinnamon & clove syrup

Why Book With Blue? We're extending our Black Friday deal, that's why!🤩

Finding the perfect vacation rental can be stressful, but we’re here to make it easy! Book with Blue between 12/2/25 and 12/7/25 and enjoy 15% OFF your 2026 vacation home. There are so many great reasons to choose Blue, and there’s no better time to book than right now!✨

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Rainy but warm -- One BLUEFISH has hit the deck. Two anglers giving it a go in full rain suits. Ocean water temp 54 degrees, air temp 60 degrees. There's a fresh breeze of 20 knots blowing from the SE. Low 10:55 a.m. High tide 4:40 p.m.

🌟In celebration of GIVING TUESDAY, every Season Pass purchased today will spark a ripple of kindness, as H2OBX will gift a day ticket to Kids First, Inc. Child Advocacy Center for the 2026 season.
💥 The current promotion ends tonight. Buy your 2026 Season Pass and you receive a FREE day ticket and Kids First receives one too! 💥
Offer ends TONIGHT (12/2) at 11:59pm.

Get your Christmas-creativity on! We’re partnering with Local Color OBX for The 12 Bars of Christmas - Outer Banks!

Join us on Wednesday December 3rd with Local Color OBX, for a Holiday Wreath Resin Party. All supplies will be provided but you’re more than welcome to bring your own shells too. There will be two sizes offered: a 6x6 inch wood tray for $30 and 10x10 inch tray for $45.

Space is limited, so be sure to sign up online ➡ https://shorturl.at/phNKk