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New Fee for Beach Driving in Hatteras

brentn — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 20:17:32 +0000

According to the Virginia-Pilot (PilotOnline.com), off-road vehicles will now have to pay a fee and watch a short educational video in order to access the Cape Hatteras beaches via 4×4. The exact fee is not yet set but some estimates are $90-150 for a yearly permit / $30-50 for a weekly permit. You can find a report on the new regulations HERE. (National Park Service Section). The good news: the beach will still be accessible. The bad news: The land that was donated for public use now comes with a price tag. For more information regarding this topic, visit PilotOnline.com

Local Surfer “Kim Diggs” Spotlighted in Surfing Magazine

brentn — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 17:30:40 +0000

Outer Banks local Kim Diggs is front and center representing more than just her good looks in the latest Surfing Magazine (March 12′. Pg. 56.). With the right attitude, a caring heart bigger than most and plenty of talent, it’s no wonder she’s getting attention. Congrats Kim!

Help “Preserve Future Access to S-Turns” (Deadline Jan. 20)

brentn — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 13:48:05 +0000

“Preserve Future Access to S-Turns,” is an effort from the Surfrider Foundation Outer Banks Chapter to ensure that surfers are able to continue enjoying what Surfer Magazine has claimed “one of the 100 best waves in the world”. S-Turns is located just North of Rodanthe on Hatteras Island. The S-Curves/S-Turns area has a deepwater trench offshore that causes the waves to have a bit more energy in comparison to neighboring beach breaks and is one of the most powerful waves on the East Coast. For many surfers, this is the main, if not only reason they decide to travel as far South as Rodanthe to score great surf. Now with the recent damage done from Hurricane Irene, there is the potential to have a permanent bridge built that might restrict all access to this coveted surf spot. To ensure that the Department of Transportation takes into consideration the opinions of surfers and beach goers alike, please take a brief moment to make yourself heard on this online petition: Click HERE: “Preserve Future Access to S-Turns”. Please consider signing soon as the deadline is January 20.

For more in-depth information, please visit www.outerbanksvoice.com
To see the petition, click to www.thepetitionsite.com.
To see all four original options for the breaches, click to nc12repairs.blogspot.com.
For more information or to share your opinion with NCDOT, click to www.ncdot.gov/travel/nc12recovery.
Photo: Matt Lusk (Photographer), Sterling Spencer (Surfer)

Sean Collins Dies at 59 (Surf Forecaster & Founder of Surfline)

brentn — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 15:32:57 +0000

Sean Collins was an avid surfer and more importantly, an entrepreneur whose self-taught ability to forecast ocean swells changed the way surfers worldwide chase the perfect wave. In short – Collins’ predictions transformed the sport. So respected was Collins that his forecasts are used by a wide range of people and organizations — from professional surfers and contest organizers to lifeguards, the U.S. Coast Guard, the Navy SEALs and the National Weather Service. At age 59, Sean Collins suffered a fatal heart attack while playing tennis on Monday, December 26, 2011. R.I.P. For more information about Sean Collins and his lifetime achievements, click HERE.

TONIGHT! Craft Beer and Food Tasting at Bad Bean Baja Grill in KDH

brentn — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 19:42:20 +0000

On Wednesday, December 28 starting at 6pm, Bad Bean Baja Grill and Chip’s Wine & Beer team up to celebrate delicious food, hand crafted beer and live music with SOULone. A sampling of what’s on the menu: House Cured and Chipotle Smoked Scottish Salmon with Mix Greens, Orange Segments, Jicama, and Prickly Pear Vinaigrette Paired with Heavy Seas Loose Cannon (IPA) • Chorizo Crusted Rockfish with Baby Spinach and Charred Tomato Sauce Paired with NCB Red Seal (Red Ale) • Ancho Braised Short Ribs with Sweet Potato Puree Paired with Bell’s Porter (Porter) • Chocolate Mole Molten Cake with Vanilla Creme Paired with Rogue Chocolate Stout (Chocolate Stout). Call to reserve your spot! 252-261-1300 (click on the banner for more information)

100th Anniversary of Naval Aviation at Wright Brothers Memorial in KDH – Dec. 17, 2011

brentn — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 21:14:07 +0000

On December 17, 2011 the First Flight Society is celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Naval Aviation at Wright Brothers Memorial in Kill Devil Hills, NC. Join them for a free aerial flyover featuring military and civilian aircraft, promptly starting at 10:35 a.m. Sponsored in part by the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau. Free admission. Check out the calendar at www.outerbanks.org for more community events on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Follow them on Twitter at @TheOuterBanksNC, and you can find them on Facebook at Facebook.com/TheOuterBanks. Video shot and produced by Aaron Tuell, Outer Banks Visitors Bureau

Billibong Pipeline Masters is ON.

brentn — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 18:30:41 +0000

Wrapping up the final day at Pipeline with 6-8 feet. Click on the banner to watch it live.

“Big Something” plays at the Brewing Station – Friday, Dec. 9

brentn — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 16:59:19 +0000

The BIG Something is an ever-evolving, groove-based modern rock band from the middle of nowhere in NC. With unique electronic embellishments and an alternative feel, Funk, Soul and Rock n Roll are all fused into “one savory package, well delivered in execution. This Friday (December 9) starting at 10pm, they will take the stage at the Outer Banks Brewing Station. More info HERE

18′ Great White Spotted 25 Miles from Wrightsville Beach

brentn — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 22:34:43 +0000

A Boston vacationer on a routine fishing trip over Thanksgiving came across an 18′ Great White shark just 25 miles off the coast of Wrightsville Beach, NC AND captured the encounter in HD with his iPhone. More on the story at KSDK.com

Big Sweep/Trashfest is Scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 19

brentn — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 12:10:18 +0000

Due to bad weather, the 2011 NC Big Sweep was canceled back in September and is now rescheduled for TODAY! Saturday, November 19 from 9am-12 noon. This year will be the 25th Annual Big Sweep across North Carolina. Dare County residents have been strong supporters of the event since its inception in 1987. Given Hurricane Irene and the extra cleanup needed along our coast and inland waterways, it is our hope for this event to be even stronger than years past. Please visit one of the below zone locations for your bags, cleanup gear, and direction on where to clean.

Bonnett Street
KDH Bath House
Jennette’s Pier
Southern Shores Fire Department
NC Aquarium
Kitty Hawk Kayak & Surf School
Kitty Hawk Bath House
Nags Head Town Hall
Pea Island Visitor Center
Coquina Beach Bath House
Chickahauk Beach Access

After the cleanup, make sure you visit The Outer Banks Brewing Station for “Trashfest” – from Noon – 4pm and enjoy food, drinks and live music from SOULone. Bring your bag of trash and information card and get in FREE.

Should you have any questions please contact Scott Lawrence at (252) 441-0581 or via email at Scott@boldprintdesign.com.