Outer Banks Posts

Seeing the Corolla wild horses are an unforgettable part of any OBX visit, but getting there is often half the fun!

That itty bitty dot in the center of the frame?--that's one of our humvees headed to adventure, as seen from the top of the Currituck Lighthouse!

📍 The Freedom Trail on Roanoke Island, NC
🌳 Opened in Manteo on June 2024 to honor the Roanoke Island Freedmen’s Colony—a Civil War–era refuge where more than 3,000 formerly enslaved people built a new beginning.
🥾 This 2.5-mile path [1.25 miles each way] winds through forest starting near the Elizabethan Gardens to Freedmen’s Point on the Croatan Sound
🕊️ 8 interpretive signs with 9 life‑sized steel silhouettes, each celebrating individuals from the colony

🔸 Annice Jackson, Marie Ferribee, Alice Ferribee – The first trio you meet. Annice led herself and her daughters to freedom and to Roanoke Island, where the girls received their first formal education.
🔸 Thomas Robinson – Born enslaved on Roanoke Island, Thomas rowed to the Union Army on Hatteras Island and shared key intel that helped plan the Battle of Roanoke Island.
🔸 London Ferebee – Escaped slavery, reunited with his father in New Bern, then came to Roanoke Island where he became a student and later an assistant teacher in the colony.
🔸 Fanny Whitney – Freed by the Union Army in Hyde County, Fanny and her family made their way to Roanoke Island.
🔸 Spencer Gallop – After working for Union forces on Roanoke Island, Spencer enlisted in the 36th U.S.C.T., becoming one of the Army’s first Black soldiers.
🔸 Sarah Freeman – A missionary teacher who opened schools and helped educate and uplift the newly freed residents of the colony.
🔸 Jimmy Banks – A young boy in the colony who was taken in by Sarah Freeman after losing his parents. He later moved with her to Indianapolis after the war.

Walk the Freedom Trail in Manteo this Juneteenth—2.5 miles of history, 9 lives honored, one path toward liberation. Every silhouette tells a story of resilience, education, service, and faith. This isn’t just a hike—it’s a living memorial. 🌿 #juneteenth

👇 they get a tad "frisky " when Annoyed 🤷‍♀️🤣🐴⛱️😜

Whoooweee Its Soooo Hot !!!
But that doesn't mean No Horses, actually they go to the beach 🤷‍♀️⛱️🐴
Too cool off w the breeze and stand in the water 👀
Sooo sunblock up grab a water and lets go see wild horses on The Beach !!!
You wont regret it 🤷‍♀️
Book online now
Or call 252-207-0511

In honor of National Go Fishing Day, here's a collection of photos submitted by our customers, etc. Not every photo gets posted because there are so many! Congrats to all! #SpringPhotoDump

Summer is here! It's time to trade busy schedules and after school sports for sandy toes and sun-soaked days. ☀🌊

Surf or Sound Realty offers the largest selection of premier homes on Hatteras Island. We have the perfect home for you and your family! 😎

SHEEPSHEAD and BLUES so far. Waves are decent. Water temp 74 degrees. There's a moderate, offshore breeze from the SW at 11 knots. Low tide 7:19 a.m. and 7:55 p.m. High tide 1:28 p.m. (file photo)

TODAY WACKY WEDNESDAY GET A HARBOR STAR DOLPHIN TOUR FOR JUST 20$.
THATS RIGHT JUST 20$ EACH TICKET PURCHASED ON OUR 10AM - 12:30PM AND 3:30PM
CRUISES. SEE PLAYFUL DOLPHINS AND BEAUTIFUL SCENERY ON OUR FAMILY FRIENDLY
BOAT TOURS. BOOK YOUR ADVENTURE NOW AND ENJOY THE SAVINGS. DON'T MISS OUT
ON THE FUN AND ADVENTURE. CALL 252-423-3157 TICKETS ARE GOING FAST SO CALL NOW.

🌅 Sunset seekers, your soundside oasis awaits…
Welcome to FFR001-OBX Diamond, a 7-bedroom retreat in Kitty Hawk’s First Flight Ridge with private dock access—complete with chairs and a table for nightly front-row seats to OBX’s best show: the sunset. ✨
With a private pool, hot tub, fire pit, and unbeatable sound views, this home delivers the kind of peace that only the Outer Banks can.
☀️ Now booking short stays this summer
📆 August + September availability still open
🐾 Dog-friendly, memory-making, marshmallow-roasting magic.
📍 Soundfront | Kitty Hawk
📞 252-255-1220 to speak with a Blue reservationist
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A little midweek pick-me-up for anyone that needs it. Gorgeous sunrise this morning.

Drive safe if you're headed our way.🐎

🎧 Outer Banks Raw Podcast is BACK, baby! 🎙️
After a wild spring of sizzlin’ pans and packed calendars, Chef Wes Stepp and Outer Banks Raw co-producer, and local food photographer Celeste Rafferty are finally back behind the mics to catch up!
In this fresh drop:
✨ Wes shares what he’s been up to (spoiler: it involves flavor & hustle).
✨ Celeste gets the scoop on what’s next for Tastefully Fit.
✨ And there’s a surprise you foodie fans will get excited about! 👀
Listen to the Outer Banks podcast on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, or click the link in our stories!
Outer Banks is a co production by Chef @chefwesstepp and @celesteobx @edible_photography_obx

Coming soon to Firetender's Embers Room!! Stay tuned for more info, and reach out if you have a craft or class you would love to share!!