June Events
May was a great month of festivities in the Outer Banks, and June just gets better. There are a lot of exciting events taking place in the Outer banks in the month of June. So many, that today we’ll just talk about the first half of the month.
June 3, 10, 17 – Elizabeth R. Film Theatre:
This is a great reproduction highlighting the life of Queen Elizabeth I. The portrayal is done by Miss Barbara Hird who brings authenticity to her interpretation. Tickets are general admission and the event takes place on the listed days at 3pm. It takes place at Roanoke Island Festival Park.
June 5, 12, 19 – Shepherd of the Ocean:
This event takes place at the Film Theatre at Roanoke Island Festival Park. “The Shepherd of the Ocean” is a quirky comedy about Sir Walter Raleigh and Queen Elizabeth I that takes place moments before Sir Walter Raleigh’s execution due to accusations of treason. Admission to the show is included in the general admission price to the park.
June 6, 8, 10, 11: Dare Nights:
For four nights, Dare County residents get to enjoy The Lost Colony free of charge. This event takes place at the Waterside Theatre and guests are asked to arrive at 6:30pm with a few canned food items for a donation to local food pantries.
June 9 – Summer youth Learn to Sail Program:
This is a great opportunity for kids to learn the joy of sailing. The event is open to all youths over the age of 8. It takes place at the North Carolina Maritime Museum on Roanoke Island. Boats used for instruction include Optimist sail boats and 420 sail boats.
June 11 - Kitty Hawk Kites Wil-Bear Wright’s Festival of Fun:
Bring your kids and help kick-off Kitty Hawk Kites summer-long kids day every Wednesday. Wil-bear Wright will be there to partake in the celebration. Available activities include a rock wall, face painting and kite making. Join the festivities at MP 12.5 in Nags Head from 10am to 2pm.
June 14 – Fishing and Crabbing Rodeo:
This is the only day of the year that North Pond is open to fishing and crabbing. This one day of fun takes place at Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge from 9am to 12pm. Kids of all ages are welcome and there will be a special free prize drawing for kids under 12.
June 1st - 30th – Megan Rubino: Recent Watercolors
This event is all month long and takes place at Roanoke Island Festival Park, Mondays to Fridays between 9am and 5pm. Megan Rubino is a local from Kill Devil Hills and is a master watercolorist. She will be show casing her original work which mainly focuses in uplifting subjects with vibrant, island colors.
Golfing in the Outer Banks
The coastal location of the Outer Banks provides for some of the most picturesque and challenging golf courses. There are 6 championship courses located through out the chain of barrier islands; which provide different challenges for all skill levels. Whether you’re strictly coming for a golf vacation or want to squeeze in a round between sightseeing; the Outer Banks has some great golf course to take advantage of.
The Currituck Club: Located on the Northern Outer Banks in Corolla; The Currituck Club is considered a must play course by many. It was designed by renowned golf architect Rees Jones and stretches 6,885 yards from the tips along side some difficult coastal terrain. To find out more information, please click here.
Point Golf Club: The Point Golf Club is famous for having the best greens in the Southeast. The USGA rated the course as having the top rated “Bentgrass Greens.” The course measures 6,343 yards from the tips and most fairways are lined with pine trees. Don’t be fooled by the length; this is a challenging, but rewarding course. Bring your best putting game with you!
Nags Head Golf Links: Golf Digest called this course “the longest 6,126 yards you’ll ever play.” Modeled after the Scottish links courses, the Nags Head Golf Links has also been given 4-1/2 stars by Golf Digest. The backdrop of the Roanoke Sound provides some of the most beautiful holes in the area. Click here for more information.
Sea Scape Golf Links: This is another Scottish links style course designed by former Masters Champion Art Wall. The course is located just one mile away from the beach in Kitty Hawk. Plentiful sand dunes and ocean winds make this a tough 6,256 yards. More information can be found here.
The Carolina Club: Known for its impeccable course conditions and par-3 island green, the Carolina Club is a must play. The Carolina Club is located in Grandy, North Carolina and was designed by Bob Moore. The course plays just under 7,000 yards from the tips and has 5 sets of tees for all levels of golfers. Visit the Carolina Club for more information.
Kilmarlic Golf Club: The Kilmarlic Golf Club is a relatively new club that offers an 18 hole championship course. The course is great for all skill levels with 4 sets of tees ranging from 4,688 to 6,412 yards. The course was designed by architect Tom Steele. The Kilmarlic Golf Club was also home to the 2004 North Carolina Open. Click here to get more information.
No matter what your skill level, make sure to pack your clubs (or rent them here) and bring plenty of golf balls on your next trip to the Outer Banks.
Get Ready for Hurricane Season
Well it’s almost that time of year again. Nope it’s not Christmas, but the dreaded hurricane season. The Atlantic Hurricane season officially starts June 1st, so get ready. 2007 was a relatively calm year, and hopefully 2008 will be as well.
The Outer Banks has many safety and evacuation procedures to follow if a Hurricane or storm is approaching. Make sure you know in advance what evacuation route you are going to take. Try to give yourself plenty of time so you are not caught in the big evacuation rush. Plan ahead! Tune into one of the following radio stations to get the latest updates:
- WNHW FM (92.5)
- WOBR FM (95.3)
- WKJX FM (96.7)
- WVOD (99.1)
- WERX (102.5)
- WCXL FM (104.1)
- WRSR FM (105.7)
- WGAI AM (56)
- WOBR AM (1530)
- or NOAA Weather radio: 162.550
If you need to evacuate, make sure to take this stuff with you:
- All Pets!
- Food and Water
- First Aid Kit
- Two-week supply of medicine
- Blankets or sleeping bags
- Extra clothing
- Lightweight folding chairs or cots
- Personal items including books, toys and snacks
- Infant necessities
- Important papers (valid ID) and money
After the Hurricane has passed, make sure the area is safe before you return. Check with your local authorities to be certain. Having a Hurricane plan can save lives. It is especially important to have one when living in an area like the Outer Banks.
Labels: Hurricane season, Outer Banks
May Events
The season is almost here. Summer residents are flocking back and tourists will be popping up everywhere from the Wright Bros. Memorial to the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. There’s so much to do and see that some may not know where to start. Here’s a list of some of the upcoming events taking place here in the Outer Banks.
May 10:
25th Annual Yuengling Nags Head 5K foot race and Village Realty 1-Mile Family Run: This event is taking place in Nags Head Woods. A little different from the typical beachy scenery; this walk is on a dirt trail of the preserve weave through one of the nicest remaining examples of mid-Atlantic maritime forest and deciduous hardwoods.
May 16-19:
Kitty Hawk Kites 36th Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular: Don’t miss the best hang gliders around. They do some really cool stuff. The Hang Gliding Spectacular is taking place at Jockey’s Ridge State Park in Nags Head, from 10am to 4pm. Other activities there include a climbing wall, face painting, kite making and more. So make sure to bring the whole family for a fun packed day.
May 17: March of Dimes – Walk America: Here is a great opportunity to help raise money for a fantastic cause. The March of Dimes has been helping kids around the world with all types of ailments since 1938. The event is taking place at Roanoke Island Festival Park. It’s a five mile walk through the historic section of Manteo. There will be a picnic following the walk.
May 22-23: Kitty Hawk Kites Kite Boarding Center Demo Days: This fun event is taking place at the Kitty Hawk Kites Kite boarding Center in Nags Head from 10am to 4pm. All of the newest kite boarding gear will be on display and available for purchase. Professionals will be on hand along with industry reps to field all your questions.
May 25: Summer Sound Fest: This is a great event to come hang out with family and friends. It’s taking place at Roanoke Island Festival Park and is sponsored by CapSan Media. Food and beverages will be available as well as several live bands. Please don’t bring your cooler as they will not be permitted in the park.
ORV Agreement Reached
The issue of Off-road vehicles on Cape Hatteras National Seashore has been a hot topic lately. Check out the
April 14th blog about it. Well, the time has come and a ruling has been handed down on the matter by Judge Terrence Boyle.
This past Wednesday, April 30, 2008, Judge Boyle ruled to accept the proposed consent decree that places limitations on ORV access and beach driving on the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The consent decree was proposed to the judge by attorneys from both sides of the issue. The proposal was a compromise between the two parties.
By accepting the consent decree; the lawsuit brought forth by two environmental groups against the National Parks Service has been dropped. The decree is not a long term plan and states that a long term off-road vehicle plan must be implemented by April of 2011. The National Parks Service along with Dare and Hyde counties argued that closing the beaches will have a negative local economic impact while the 2 environmental groups argued that the National Parks Service was not doing enough to protect the birds, sea turtles, and other natural resources from the impact off ORV’s on the beach.
The interim ORV management plan calls for the National Parks Service to take prompt action to deal with the diminishing populations of nesting shorebirds and water birds, provide proper protection to the threatened piping plover and provide additional protection to the various species of sea turtles. The proposal also called for public education of beach driving and the protection of local resources while still providing the opportunity for ORV’s and pedestrian access to the beach.
It seems like this ruling found some middle ground on the issue that should help both sides to keep working together toward a more permanent solution. At least for now locals and tourists will still be able to enjoy off-roading on the beach, but will do so with more caution and restrictions. We’ll keep you updated on any pertinent information.
Labels: Cape Hatteras National Seashore, National Parks Service
