Outer Banks Posts - Duck & Southern Shores

You may have heard the rumors, but do you know the facts? Read our blog for the truth about the Outer Bank's notorious coast and the many wrecks just off our shores.

Whether you enjoy tuna blackened on a sandwich, fighting at the end of a line, or in a book or tank to be studied and admired, today is the day to celebrate the fishing communities, scientists, and environmentalists who came together to create a sustainable fishing model and protect tuna schools around the world. Happy World Tuna Day!

If you're still looking for your favorite Outer Banks beach and have yet to visit Corolla, here's what you need to know ? If you are a Corolla regular, tell us why!

Bored? Well shuffle you and your loved one's down to the Outer Banks for a stay this summer in Corolla! The Lazy Dog - C0499 left nothing out when aiming to create a vacation home that would turn up the fun dial for everyone! (don't let this guy fool you... he won the next round!) Check out this gorgeous home, and book your stay for a summer vacation that is sure to wind up in the 'Best Vacay Everrrr' archives! This home has a few weeks left for Spring/Summer. Grab them before they're gone!

Don't forget! On Monday, May 1st the collection days for residential curbside services will change to the in-season schedule. Trash will be collected on Mondays and Fridays. Recycling will be collected every Monday. Please remember to place cans curbside no earlier than 5 p.m. the night before collection and no later than 5 a.m. the day of collection. Trash and recycling containers should have a two-foot clearance between them so that the collection trucks have clear access to the containers. Once trash/ recycling has been collected, the trash and recycling container must be rolled back to its appropriate storage location at least 25- feet off of the improved road.

What's your favorite beach memory of a time with friends?

If you feel like vacations are for adventure, this week's local business highlight is sure to thrill.

First Flight Adventure Park is the perfect place to challenge yourself as you climb up to 50 feet with 50 obstacles and 14 ziplines. The varying skill levels are fun for both experienced and first-time climbers, and don't worry, they have a well-trained staff ready to help if you get stuck! The only question is, can you hang? ? ?

If you could only bring three items with you on vacation, what would they be? Bathing suit/clothes and shoes are free items and don't count.