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A guide to exploring the exceptional nature of Bald Head Island, North Carolina

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Looking to Buy or Sell an Island Property?

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A typical Bald Head Island Limited sales executive has more than a decade of experience successfully listing and selling property on the island. Let our team put its enthusiasm and experience to work for you when you’re ready to learn more about homes, homesites or shared ownership properties for sale.

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Our real estate sales office is conveniently located just steps from the island ferry landing, so we’re always here to assist you, seven days a week. Stop by the next time you’re on island, join us at an open house, or view a comprehensive database of all island properties for sale at www.BHIrealestate.com.

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Features

On the Cover - Captain Charlie’s Station, circa 1903, overlooks Frying Pan Shoals and The Point of Cape Fear.

10 Get to Know Us

Acquaint yourself with Bald Head Island and learn about the history, icons, environments and amenities of this incomparable place.

P u b lis h ed b y Bald Head Island Limited, LLC

19 Activity Guide

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Plan your next big island adventure—or find a new favorite—with our comprehensive activity guide.

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29 Calendar of Events

Winter, spring, summer or fall, there’s always a special event just around the corner.

35 Meet the Neighbors

Get the inside scoop on Howl at the Moon parties, one of Bald Head Island’s quirkiest and most popular events.

E x ecu t i v e E di t o r Christi Golder

50 What a Dish

C h ief C on t r i b u t o r s

If you thought you knew everything about dining on BHI, think again.

Our chefs are redefining island cuisine one dish at a time.

Jason Frye Trisha Howarth Teri Kelly Kelley Sellers

65 Dining Guide

There are plenty of dining choices on the island, from casual eateries to upscale restaurants. Find your next meal here.

74 Island Architecture

P h o t og r ap h e r s Ron Chapple Joshua Curry Jason Frye Woody Fulton Walker Golder Chip Henderson Millie Holloman Photography Theo Milo Harry Taylor Jack Upton

Tour a gorgeous marshfront home that combines Asian design with the naturally calming surroundings of the island.

95 Shopping and Services Guide

Island shops offer an eclectic mix of great finds. Get your retail therapy on with this complete guide to shopping and services.

104 Environments

Peek inside the Barrier Island Study Center and learn what makes it one of the most dynamic research and education facilities in the nation.

111 Folio

See the island through an artist’s eye with Wilmington-based painter Chip Hemingway.

G r ap h ic D esign - Jeff Harrison

125 Island Phone and Web Directory 128 Ferry Schedule 129 Last Word 130 Locator Map

P r in t ing - Progress Printing Cover photo by Harry Taylor Photography Bald Head I sland L imi t ed, llc P.O. Box 3069 / Bald Head Island, N.C. 28461 www.havenonbhi.com For information about advertising in haven, visit www.havenad.com.

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Haven is a publication of Bald Head Island Limited, LLC. Copyright 2013. All rights reserved in all countries. Bald Head Island Limited, LLC has endeavored to ensure the accuracy of this publication; however, we cannot be responsible for misinformation or typographical errors. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is strictly prohibited. Bald Head Island Limited, LLC does not necessarily agree with the viewpoints expressed by authors of articles or advertising copy.

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STAND UP PADDLEBOARD LESSONS | EXCURSIONS | RENTALS

Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Explore the salt marshes of Bald Head Island on your own or with an experienced guide. Fun for the entire family, easy to learn, hourly excursions, free delivery for daily and weekly rentals.

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Bicycle Rentals & Repair

Cruise the island in comfort and style on our new fleet of kid’s and adult’s bicycles, single/double child trailers, baby seats, or have fun together with our tandems. Have your own bicycle and need a repair or tuneup? Come by our store to have one of our certified specialists take a look.

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Anything But Ordinary

When it comes to your wedding, ordinary just won’t do. Good thing the Shoals Club on beautiful, car-free Bald Head Island is anything but. Our oceanfront club offers unparalleled views of the Atlantic and elegant indoor and outdoor spaces for your ceremony and reception. Let our dedicated event planning staff meticulously attend to every detail of your dream wedding.

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The indications that Bald Head Island, North Carolina, offers something other than a typical beach vacation are pretty clear from the onset.

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There are no cars here,

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so travel is limited to golf carts, bikes or your own two feet. You won’t find any hotels, high rises, chain restaurants or theme parks. In many ways, the island’s character is better defined by what it doesn’t have, than what it does. This, as islanders will tell you, is the heart of its charm.

For the uninitiated, however, the “omissions” that make Bald Head Island so refreshing can make planning your first trip a little intimidating. Questions begin popping up like mushrooms after a warm rain: If I can only get there by boat, how should I pack? Where is there to stay? If you get around by golf cart, where do I find one? What is there to do? And most importantly: What on Earth is there to eat?

Fortunately, as long-time visitors attest, it’s not as hard to get here, get around and get fed as it might initially seem. In fact, as the saying goes, you’ll likely find it much harder to leave.

First things first: Make it easy on yourself and pack as if you’re flying. The island has a fullservice grocery store with fresher meat, produce and seafood than you likely can get back home, and there are numerous restaurants offering everything from casual fare to fine cuisine. All that unwieldy stuff you’ll undoubtedly need on your vacation—bikes, beach chairs, giant umbrellas and the like—can be rented from island vendors. They even have things you didn’t

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From small cottages and condos perfect for couples to sprawling oceanfront estates that house a dozen or more guests, you’ll find great options.

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know you’d need, like standup paddleboards, fishing tackle and horse shoes.

The next thing to keep in mind is that you really can’t go wrong wherever you choose to stay on Bald Head Island. From small cottages and condos perfect for couples to sprawling oceanfront estates that house a dozen or more guests, you’ll find great options. No matter where you’re staying, the beach is never more than a 10-minute cart ride away. Speaking of carts, typically there will be one or more waiting for you at your accommodations (check with your rental agency). If you’re only coming over for the day or need an extra cart, you can easily rent one just a stone’s throw from the ferry landing.

Trams are fuel-efficient miniature trucks that pull passenger carriages behind them. They are especially adept at maneuvering the island’s narrow roads or wynds (pronounced “wind” as in what you’d do to a watch).

Transportation to your accommodations is included in the cost of your ferry ticket. Once you’ve reserved your home, simply call for ferry reservations and at the same time book a tram to take you to where you’re staying (depending on your rental company, this might be handled for you—just ask to confirm). Once you’ve arrived on the island, learned your tram assignment, and claimed your luggage so that it can be loaded onto the tram, you’ll be whisked away in a matter of minutes to your accommodations.

As for what there is to see and do on the island, you’ll be surprised by how happening

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such a small place can be. At the Smith Island Museum at the base of Old Baldy you can purchase tickets to climb the lighthouse, enjoy a historic tour, or simply peruse the gift shop. The island’s other big nonprofit group, the Bald Head Island Conservancy, offers an array of activities, events and outings year-round for families.

Going on a Turtle Walk to see a loggerhead lay its eggs or watch hatchlings make their

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way to the sea, a favorite summer pastime, is just the beginning. The Conservancy’s new state-of-the-art Barrier Island Study Center and its outstanding programs give residents and visitors the chance to become engaged and informed “citizen scientists.” Where the nonprofits leave off, various island vendors pick up, with outdoor adventures, ghost walks, art lessons, camps and more.

If you’re renting, be sure to request a temporary membership in both the Bald Head Island Club and the Shoals Club so you can enjoy the full range of recreational and dining options available.

The showstopper at the Bald Head Island Club is its magnificent 18-hole golf course, one of the best in the Carolinas. Rounding out the Club’s sports facilities are tennis courts, a spacious pool, a workout room, and a croquet greensward so acclaimed that it hosted the world championships last fall.

Complementing the Bald Head Island Club is the oceanfront Shoals Club. Cascading terraces lead down to the Shoals Club’s pools, while an adjacent wooden boardwalk extends to Cape Fear and Frying Pan Shoals.

Nearby locker rooms and poolside food

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No matter where you’re staying, the beach is never more than a 10-minute cart ride away.

and beverage service make it convenient to spend all day by the shore.

If you’re undecided about when to visit, consider coming during a special event.

October’s Grapes & Hops Festival, the Labor Day Music Extravaganza and the Old Baldy Foundation’s Pirate Weekend all have a loyal legion of followers. No occasion is more highly anticipated than our annual July Fourth Golf Cart Parade, where families decorate their carts in outrageous ways and compete for “best in show” bragging rights.

It’s truly a sight that has to be seen to be believed. Seasoned islanders know that the “shoulder seasons”—March through May and October through December—are also among the best times to experience the island. The weather is typically mild and you can have an entire stretch of beach or marsh or maritime forest all to yourself.

If you’re a resident or longtime visitor to Bald Head Island, you know firsthand what a special place this is, no matter the time of year. If you’ve never been, it’s high time for you to pick a date, indulge your sense of adventure, and make plans now to leave your cares on the mainland.

MEMBERSHIP HAS ITS PERKS Enhance your Bald Head Island property owner experience with membership in the island’s exceptional clubs.

The helpful staff in our Membership Sales office is always happy to answer your questions regarding membership in the Shoals Club, Bald Head Island Club and Bald Head Island Yacht Club. Join the clubs and join in on the fun.

1-800-722-6450 | 88 Keelson Row

Visit Bald Head Island’s official website to plan your next adventure.

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activity guide

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There’s plenty to do during your visit to Bald Head Island.

From kayaking in the creeks to exploring the island’s maritime history to napping the day away under a beach umbrella, you can find an activity that satisfies your sense of adventure or just lets you unwind.

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Just for Kids Camps and Recreation

Budding Naturalists, a camp for children ages 4-6, gives kids a chance to catch bugs and critters, hold snakes and make island-oriented arts and crafts. For rising 2nd-6th graders who want to get out and experience nature on Bald Head Island, Junior Scientists is perfect.

Kayaking, nature hikes, crabbing and shell collecting are only a few of the activities available. Kids will learn about sea turtles, plant and animal identification, and Bald Head Island’s unique ecosystem.

Conservancy Corps gives tweens and teens ages 11-14 a great way to get involved with the Conservancy’s efforts to protect Bald Head Island. Campers split their time between the field and lab, collecting data and analyzing it to help further the Conservancy’s research.

Children’s World at RiverLanding1524, located near the harbor, is home to the popular Children’s Treasure Hunt, which takes kids ages 5-12 aboard the “pirate ship Lunasea” as they solve riddles, sing songs and use science and nature to piece together a map that leads to buried treasure. Also featured at Children’s World are the alwayspopular Ghost Walks (see page 28 for more details), Dune Dog Hot Dogs, Wright Ship Puppet Theater, Family Bingo Night and more.

The Sunset Summer Celebration, also from the folks at RiverLanding1524, happens every Wednesday evening during the summer at Beach Access #6 in the harbor. Enjoy a spectacular sunset, weather permitting, as well as a fire for making s’mores, storytelling, family games and more.

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The Bald Head Island Conservancy conducts a wide range of outstanding children’s camps throughout the summer.

The Shoals Club Recreation Department offers a variety of familyfriendly activities throughout the season including family movies, volleyball and bocce tournaments, games around the pool and tiedyeing T-shirts.

The Bald Head Island Club offers a fun, safe and individualized summer camp program for children 5-12 years old. Camps include weekly golf and tennis instruction, daily swimming, arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor games, team activities, movies and field trips.

The Club also offers Junior Golf Camps and Junior Tennis Programs throughout the summer.

All About Art offers a variety of art programs for kids of all ages, including a half-day art camp, and drawing, photography and basket weaving classes, to name a few. Mermaid and dragon painting classes are ideal for older children, while “precious impressionists” is geared toward younger kids. Private classes are also available. All About Art offers adult classes throughout the year as well.

Nature Programs In addition to hikes, kayaking trips and birding adventures, the Bald Head Island Conservancy offers a wide range of kid and familyfriendly programs.

Sea Turtle Patrol lets you ride along with Conservancy staff or interns as they patrol the beach for nesting sea turtles. Participation is limited to two people, so reserve your spot early; this is a must-have experience for nature lovers.

You can join Conservancy staff at the Village Creek Access on North Bald Head Wynd to learn about crabbing and cast netting. Crab lines, bait, cast nets, tips and tricks, and a lesson in the importance of marsh ecology are included.

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Explore the darker side of Bald Head Island with the Bald Head After Dark program and learn about active nightlife on the island—bats, frogs, toads, alligators, fireflies and more.

Other programs offered by the Conservancy include birding, island nature tours, touch tank time, sea turtle movie screenings and more.

Hours, prices and availability vary.

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SPORTS AND RECREATION Hit the Links The golf course at the Bald Head Island Club is, without a doubt, one of the most beautiful in the Southeast. The George Cobb-designed course winds through the forest, under the eye of Old Baldy, and out onto the dune ridge where a 180˚ view of the ocean greets you for the final holes. In 2010 the course was renovated by Tim Cate, and includes redesigned bunkers, expanded fairways and the widespread use of native plants in the landscaping.

The course has a high slope rating—143-115 for the men’s tees, 144118 for women’s—and the ocean breeze can be tricky, but the beauty and challenge of the course will make for a fun day. A downloadable yardage map showing a view of each hole is available on the Bald Head Island Club website at www.bhiclub.net. Can’t-miss holes include Nos. 6 and 7, where Old Baldy watches over the course, and 16, a par three set high on the dune ridge with sweeping ocean views.

During the summer season, daily clinics, social activities, private lessons and programs for children three and up are available with one of the United States Professional Tennis Association pros.

A Tennis Pro Shop, located near the pool, features men’s and women’s apparel, Babolat tennis racquets, balls and accessories, and offers racquet stringing services. Hours for the tennis courts and pro shop vary by season.

Try Your Hand at Croquet The championship croquet greensward at the Bald Head Island Club regularly hosts United States Croquet Association tournaments and is the home greensward of several of the nation’s top players. In 2012 the Solomon Cup World Championship was held here. Don’t let this scare you off; croquet at the Bald Head Island Club is open to beginners as well as seasoned veterans.

If you’ve never played or just want to hone your skills, lessons and clinics are available and can be tailored to your skill level.

All-white attire is required, although light-colored (tan) attire is permissible for guests. Check with the staff in the Golf Shop for availability, to arrange lessons, sign up for a clinic or to rent equipment.

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Swimming in the ocean is great, but sometimes a pool is what you need. On Bald Head Island you’ll find two pools—one at the Bald Head Island Club, and one at the Shoals Club.

An on-site practice facility provides a space where golfers can warm up, and PGA professionals on staff can give lessons to youth and adults of all skill levels. A clubhouse that offers men’s and women’s golf apparel, golf equipment and shoes, as well as club fitting and regripping services, is open year-round. Club rentals are also available for a fee.

Golfers must have a temporary or full membership or be the guest of a member to enjoy golf privileges. A “Stay and Play” package is also available, giving you discounted accommodations and unlimited access to the course for the length of your stay on Bald Head Island.

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At the Shoals Club, a lap pool overlooks a shallow children’s pool and fountain area. Poolside food and beverage service is available from the Sandbar Grille. Towels, showers, changing areas and restrooms are available. An adjacent beach volleyball court and bocce ball court are also available. The Shoals Club staff offers water aerobics, water Zumba and parent/tot swimming lessons. The Shoals Club pools are open to members, guests and temporary members only. The pools are closed November through March, and hours vary by season.

The Bald Head Island Club’s heated 25-meter pool includes a slide for children 10 and under, showers, shaded poolside seating, towels, an adjacent restaurant, playground and beach volleyball court. Bald Head Island Club full or temporary membership is required to use the facility. The pool is open from April to October. Daily lap swim times allow swimmers to get their laps in, and water aerobics classes provide a great, low-impact workout. Pool hours vary by season.

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES Explore the Beaches Bald Head Island’s beautiful beaches beg you to build sandcastles, stroll, take a swim or just unwind. With 14 miles of pristine beaches, you shouldn’t have a problem finding your perfect spot.

South Beach features long stretches of sand and calmer waters,

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perfect for walking and spending the day with the family. East Beach is ideal for boogie boarding and surfing. Can’t-miss spots include Cape Fear Point, where Frying Pan Shoals extends 30 miles offshore, and the wide stretch of sand where West Beach meets South Beach, a great area for beachcombing.

Public beach access points are plentiful, but please note that the island does not offer public restroom facilities near the beach. If you have a Shoals Club membership, use their beach access and pick up a towel, umbrella and chair on your way to the beach. Indoor and outdoor shower facilities and an indoor changing area and restroom are also available here.

Beach equipment rentals, including umbrellas, chairs and beach games like bocce, croquet and bean bag toss, are available through Riverside Adventure Company on a daily and weeklong basis. Beach & Baby Equipment Rental also offers beach rentals including bocce ball sets, beach carts, chairs and tents. Island Hardware rents chairs and umbrellas.

others for a two-hour tour of the Cape Fear River and along South Beach for views of the island seen by few other visitors.

Memberships in the Bald Head Island Sailing Club are available on a temporary or annual basis, allowing experienced sailors to reserve boats for use during their stay.

Ride a Bike The island’s gentle coastal terrain offers bicyclists an easy pedal, but with more than 15 miles of roadway to ride, more experienced cyclists can get their fill, too.

Bike rentals by the hour, day or week are available through two island outlets: Coastal Urge and Riverside Adventure Company.

Coastal Urge’s beach cruisers come with a basket, perfect for toting your towel to the beach. Fitness bikes, tandem bikes, kids’ bikes, trailers and baby joggers are also available. Stop by their shop along

Stay up-to-date on weather and surf conditions by visiting www. bhibeachreport.com.

Kayak the Creeks Imagine gliding through the creek, as silent as the grass around you, coming within feet of egrets and herons, or hearing the call of an osprey circling overhead. The creeks on Bald Head Island are easily accessed by kayak and canoe, and experienced naturalists and expert guides can show you the ropes. Even if you’ve never dipped a paddle in the water, you’ll learn to love experiencing nature like this.

The Sail Shop’s fleet of kayaks and canoes fill the marsh on any given day. Their guides know their way through the creeks and can help beginner kayakers get started. Self-guided tours are also available.

Kayak trips with the Sail Shop include paddles on Bald Head, Fishing and No Name Creeks, and some of their most popular tours are at sunset or under a rising full moon.

Sail Away Experience the thrill of sailing during your visit, whether you’re new to this sport or a seasoned sailor. The Sail Shop offers sailing experiences for any skill level.

For kids, learning to sail on the creek in one of the Opti Prams will be a memory they’ll never forget. More experienced youth may want to try sailing on the river in one of the 420s, a larger, but still manageable, sailboat designed to help young sailors reach their next skill level.

Two 26’ J-80 Olympic-class sailboats, Jive and Joyride, are ideal for adult instruction from the basics up to certification through US Sailing.

For a more relaxed, introductory experience, try one of the Fun Sails aboard Jive or Joyride. An instructor will take you and up to four

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The Bald Head Island Conservancy offers guided kayak and canoe tours for individuals and small groups. These tours are perfect for any age or skill level and the Conservancy’s expert naturalists can help identify all of the flora and fauna you see (and trust us, you’ll see a lot).

Maritime Way or have a bike delivered to your home. Coastal Urge is also a full-service bicycle shop, offering repairs and parts from a certified bike tech.

Riverside Adventure Company, located just steps away from the ferry landing, rents single and multi-speed beach cruisers, tandem and adult trikes and children’s bikes (with training wheels available if you need them), as well as bikes with baby seats and baby trailers.

If you want something a little different, try a Pedego electric bike.

These battery-powered bikes can reach cruising speed with the twist of a wrist, perfect for tackling a hill or just taking it easy. Pedego bikes are found at Riverside Adventure Company.

When you’re touring the island on your bike, remember two things: always wear a helmet, and be sure to pull over to the right side of the road to allow carts and trams to pass. haven 25

place at the Board Room, located in the harbor. Paddleboards are available for daily or weekly rental and Coastal Urge will deliver them to your house and provide basic instructions there.

Hang Ten Did you know that the North Carolina coast offers some of the best surfing on the Eastern Seaboard? Bring your board or rent a long or short board from the Sail Shop and catch some waves on East Beach, the best spot on the island for surfing. Boogie boards are also available.

Always wanted to try surfing but don’t know where to start? The Sail Shop’s Surf Camp provides group and private instruction that will have you “dropping in” on your first lesson.

Fly High on a Kiteboard If skimming across the surf, shooting over the lip of a wave and catching some air, all while harnessed to a giant kite, sounds like fun, then Bald Head Island has the perfect thing for you—kiteboarding.

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Coastal Urge’s kiteboarding lessons are ideal for those new to the sport. Start with a 90-minute lesson on land, where you learn flying techniques with a trainer kite, then graduate up to Level 1 lessons that will teach you to launch your board and get you on the water. Level 2 teaches board skills and riding techniques. Customized coaching is available for advanced riders. All lessons include rental of required equipment.

For those who want to experience the thrill of kiteboarding on land, Coastal Urge also offers land traction kiting lessons. A traction kite can pull you across the sand and teach you the basics of large kite maneuvering. Traction kites are suitable for all ages.

Walk with the Sea Turtles Try Standup Paddleboarding One of the island’s most beautiful and unspoiled environments is the marsh with its miles of winding creeks, and standup paddleboarding (SUP) is one of the best ways to discover its secrets.

SUP is a relatively new sport that’s gaining converts with every trip through the marsh. Paddlers use large boards resembling surfboards and a paddle to maneuver. There’s a learning curve to standing on the board and gaining balance, but it’s fairly quick to master, making this sport popular with all ages and degrees of experience with water sports.

Once you’re up and paddling there’s plenty to explore. Try Lighthouse Creek, an easy loop that puts you in the shadow of Old Baldy and gives you a chance to get your feet under you. For a longer paddle, follow Bald Head Creek to the boathouse that used to serve as a supply point and storage building for the lighthouses and U.S. Lifesaving Service Station on the island.

And if you’re a fisherman, don’t feel left out; join the growing SUP fishing community with one of the specialized boards designed with fishing in mind. Casting a line and reeling in a fish are a challenge anyway, but on a paddleboard, they’re an adventure.

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Did you know that scores of loggerhead sea turtles return to Bald Head Island each summer to lay their eggs? The Bald Head Island Conservancy is dedicated to protecting these amazing creatures and their Turtle Walk program gives you the chance to experience them close up.

Turtle Walks begin with a brief classroom presentation, after which Conservancy turtle interns take you to the beach for a lesson in beach biology while you wait to hear from one of the Turtle Patrols. When they’ve located a nesting turtle, the group heads off to watch the turtle lay her nest. Not every group sees a giant loggerhead turtle lay her clutch of eggs, but if you’re lucky enough to see it, you’ll not soon forget it.

Turtle Walks start around the first week of June and run nightly croquet/tennis through the first week of August. The Conservancy focuses on nesting mothers during this time, but switches to nest monitoring from midAugust through late September.

Volunteer nest monitors—often Bald Head Island residents—watch nests 24 hours a day, seven days a week as they draw close to hatching.

They’re watching for the nest to “boil,” where the sand above the eggs churns and moves as the turtle hatchlings dig their way out.

Nest monitors and Conservancy staff keep predators away from the hatchlings and help them out to sea.

Seeing a nesting sea turtle or watching a nest boil and release a hundred turtle hatchlings are once-in-a-lifetime experiences, so be sure to become a member of the Conservancy and participate in a Turtle Walk during your stay on Bald Head Island.

Go Fish Fishing on the island can take you from tuna fishing offshore to reeling in red drum in the creeks to bringing home a flounder hooked in the surf.

From the shore, flounder, red drum, blue fish, mullet, pompano and more wait to be caught. On the creeks you’ll find speckled trout, grey trout, flounder, red drum, blue fish and spots. Offshore fishing trips can put you on grouper, mackerel, tuna, wahoo, dolphin and even some sailfish. A variety of outfitters and guides provide boats and gear, and can pick you up in the harbor.

Both the Bald Head Island Conservancy and the Sail Shop offer instruction, so if you’re new to fishing or just want to know where to go, they can help put you on the fish.

The Conservancy’s Fishing Bald Head Island program offers tips, techniques and tricks for fishing enthusiasts, and the Thad Wester Fishing School draws crowds every fall for instruction from expert fishermen.

The Bald Head Island Conservancy offers several organized hikes and nature walks to give visitors a chance to learn about the importance of the maritime forest and explore it alongside an experienced naturalist. All of the Conservancy’s hikes are family-friendly and are offered throughout the year.

On the Bluff Island Hike, offered by the Sail Shop, you’re guaranteed a day of adventure. Groups access Bluff Island via kayak or skiff, then spend time exploring the “wilds” of Bluff Island and Kim's Island. Be sure to bring your camera and binoculars as the views on Cape Creek are unparalleled.

Discover Geocaching Want a family-friendly outdoor game that’s one part treasure hunt and one part island tour? Try your hand at geocaching. In geocaching you use a GPS-enabled device to track down a box or “cache” hidden at a set of coordinates. Caches range in size from film canisters to larger boxes and contain a sign-in sheet and “treasures” like toys, key chains, figurines and even trackable items. You can go to www.geocaching.com, create an account and upload the dozen geocaches hidden on Bald Head Island to your phone.

Riverside Adventure Company offers a GPS Scavenger Hunt that sends you around the island to a preprogrammed series of coordinates. Prizes are awarded weekly for the most accurate answers.

The Sail Shop’s fishing programs are designed to get you started and keep you hooked on the sport. Surf fishing along East and South Beaches gives beginners a great introduction to fishing, while more experienced fishing enthusiasts will enjoy the challenge of exploring Bald Head and Cape Creeks, either in a kayak, canoe or flat-bottom creek skiff.

Please note that a valid North Carolina fishing license is required for all persons over 16. Many charter boats carry blanket licenses that allow you to fish from the boat, but to fish on your own, you’ll need to purchase a fishing license. Licenses are available online at www. ncwildlife.org.

Take a Hike What better way to explore Bald Head Island’s environments than with a hike through the maritime forest, Middle Island or Bluff Island? Hikes vary from self-guided trails to tours led by naturalists from the Bald Head Island Conservancy and outdoorsmen (and women) from the Sail Shop.

On Federal Road near the Maritime Market, the M. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail provides nearly 360˚ views of the marsh. Markers on the trail identify the flora. While you’re on the trail, if you’re still enough, a few of the bolder fiddler crabs may come out of their holes to investigate. Even if you’re just passing through, look for them at the base of the marsh grass where you’ll see more than one scurry into its hole.

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The Bald Head Woods Maritime Forest Preserve offers several trailheads along either side of Federal Road. Trails range from easy to moderate and lead you through the woods, beneath an enchanting canopy of trees. Be sure to check out the Timmons Oak, one of the largest live oaks on Bald Head Island. And be sure to use bug spray.

Take a Historic Island Tour Did you know that Bald Head Island was home to a British fort and hospital in the Revolutionary War? That during the Civil War several Confederate gun emplacements helped secure the mouth of the river?

That in the early 1900s visitors came to the island to hunt wild pigs?

Find out the details of these stories and more on a Historic Tour from the Old Baldy Foundation. The tour gives you a glimpse into the history of Bald Head Island from its first appearance on maps in the 1500s to the Cape Fear Light in the 1950s to the development of the island in the 1980s.

Tours originate on the island at the ferry terminal in the harbor (for on-island guests) and from Deep Point Marina (for day visitors). Each lasts approximately 1.5 hours. On your tour try to figure out which road on the island used to be a railroad bed where lighthouse keepers and U.S. Lifesaving Servicemen used rail cars to haul supplies.

Climb Old Baldy and Visit the Smith Island Museum One of the prettiest sights on Bald Head Island is Old Baldy rising above the trees, looking out over the sea, marsh and harbor, and greeting you when you arrive on the ferry. Did you know you can climb to the top and enjoy the view from above?

For those wanting to delve deeper into Bald Head Island’s past, the Smith Island Museum offers self-guided audio tours.

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Old Baldy, North Carolina’s oldest standing lighthouse and one of three that once graced Bald Head Island, is only a short walk from the ferry landing. Admission to the Smith Island Museum of History allows you to climb Old Baldy’s 108 steps for an incomparable view of the island. While you’re there, take a look at the artifacts in the Smith Island Museum and learn more about Bald Head Island’s seafaring history or pick up a souvenir in the gift shop.

Walk with Ghosts Have you seen a ghostly figure walking at the edge of the marsh at night? It might be an apparition of Theodosia Burr or it may be one of the guides on RiverLanding1524’s Ghost Walk.

This family-friendly ghost experience comes in two flavors—scary and really scary—but don’t be afraid to bring the kids, as they’ll love knowing the secrets and lore of Bald Head Island’s ghosts. Tours last about two hours and take you through more than 350 years of island history, introducing you to the tales of lighthouse keepers, life savers, pirates and river pilots that make up Bald Head Island legend.

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Ghost Walks take place regularly throughout the summer—be sure to call for the schedule and to reserve your spot.

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Find contact information for the outlets listed here in the Island Phone and Web Directory on page 125.

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Bald Head Island Special Events and Traditions

Special celebrations, events and parties scheduled throughout the year make Bald Head Island the place to be winter, spring, summer or fall.

Make your plans early so you don’t miss out on these signature events.

Howl at the Moon Parties

Easter Weekend

January 26 February 25 March 27 April 25 May 25 June 23 July 23 August 21 September 20 October 19 November 17 December 17

Memorial Day Weekend

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Fourth of July Celebration July 4-7

Pirate Weekend August 2-4

Labor Day Music Extravaganza

Grapes & Hops Festival Month of October

Maritime Classic Road Race November 9

Thanksgiving Weekend November 28–December 1

Christmas and New Year’s Eve December 24-31

August 30-September 2

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During his 16 years as an island resident, Doug has served on various island boards, devoting countless hours of service to the Old Baldy Foundation and Bald Head Island Conservancy. Off the island, he’s been recognized in the news for his flights for “PilotsN-Paws,” using his personal aircraft to transport rescued pets to new owners.

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Once a month, on the full moon, Bald Head Island residents, property owners and visitors come together for a beach party where they eat, drink and make merry. They also ‌

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I’m an hour early when I show up for my first Howl at the Moon

party. I’ve heard they’re popular and I don’t want to miss out on any of the action. A number of carts and bicycles are already parked around Beach Access 39 on East Beach, so I find a spot, back in and make my way to the beach.

Word spreads quickly on Bald Head Island, no matter if it’s word of a party or a turtle nest boiling, and I wonder how many of these cart owners are here for the Howl—folks who got wind of a party that’s a legend among residents, frequent visitors who plan their stays around the event, and the lucky vacationers who’ve found themselves in the right place at the right time.

I find my answer when I see a small mountain of flip-flops forming on the slopes of the dune at the mouth of the beach access. I kick mine off, add them to the pile and step into the sand to join the fun, even if it hasn’t officially started.

Howl at the Moon parties have become something of a phenomenon on Bald Head Island.

For years, residents and property owners held sunset/moonrise get-togethers that floated from location to location, but in January 2011, these informal gatherings became official.

While Maritime Market Café Chef Greg Guthrie was heading home in the light of the almost-full moon, inspiration struck. He called his father-in-law Claude Pope, owner of the Market, and said, “Let’s have a party.”

Less than 24 hours later, Chef Guthrie hauled a giant pot of chili onto the beach, the 42 original “Howlers” brought liquid refreshment and everyone shared. Huddled together on the windswept winter beach, they celebrated the sunset and howled when the moon rose.

Just like that, a tradition was born.

(above) I arrived early for the Howl at the Moon party, thinking I’d be the first one on the beach. (left) I was wrong. A number of eager families made their way onto the sand with me. (right) I added my shoes to the growing pile and headed out to join the fun on East Beach.

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Today is perfect for a beach party.

(left) Howl at the Moon parties are potluck, but the Maritime Market always supplies a delicious soup, stew or chowder. (above) Jennifer Day and Nicole Dreyfuss learned about the Howl at the Moon party that morning and decided they wanted to see for themselves what all the fuss was about. (top right) Partygoers camp out at the foot of the dune waiting to watch the moon rise.

It’s July 3rd and the island is bustling. For the 60-odd partygoers already on the beach— early, just like me—there’s nothing but blue sky, warm water and knee-high waves.

Jennifer Day and Nicole Dreyfuss, sisters-in-law from Ohio, have claimed a table and stand watching their families play on the beach. They’ve both kicked off their shoes and are exploring the sand with their toes.

“The thing we love about being on the island is that we really do unplug,” Day says.

“We make no plans while we’re here. We wake up every morning and see where the day takes us.”

Day and Dreyfuss clink their drinks together and laugh, glad that today took them to East Beach to Howl at the Moon.

As we talk, the party has grown around us. A couple-dozen more people have kicked their shoes onto the slopes of Mt. Sandal and spread out blankets and half-circles of chairs. An energy is building. When Chef Guthrie and the Maritime Market staff emerge with two giant kettles of soup and what look like canoe paddles to stir them with, the excitement level jumps up a notch.

In the space of a few minutes, people have started to arrive in earnest. Toddlers, teens, couples and families add their shoes to the pile. Kids sprint in every direction to explore the evening beach, some gravitate to the pair of caged turtle nests, some straight into the water, some to the kites set up down the beach, all with a parent or two in tow.

The party has grown to 100 before the sponsors can even set up their keg of beer, and from the looks of the stream of people pouring out of the beach access, there’s no sign of the crowd shrinking any time soon.

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The Howl at the Moon

parties go on every month of the year at the full moon and twice a month if you’re lucky enough to be on Bald Head Island for a Blue Moon (go ahead and start planning now for the July 31, 2015 Blue Moon Howl, which promises to be a doozy). During the winter months, Howl parties draw smaller crowds (although never less than that inaugural 42), but during the summer, especially during the week of July 4th, the crowds swell to well over 500.

This crowd looks to be a record and I ask Claude Pope, the unofficial master of ceremonies, how many people he thinks are here. He surveys the crowd, somehow tallying them. “400,” he says, “but don’t stop counting yet.”

Including the Popes, there are around 220 people who reside on Bald Head Island yearround. Of those full-timers, a contingent hasn’t missed a Howl at the Moon party yet.

John Fisher is one of the regular attendees and I find him with a group of full-timers. After I introduce myself, they treat me like long-lost family and talk over each other to tell me their stories about life on Bald Head Island.

“If you live out here, the party’s mandatory,” Fisher says with a smile.

“Even in the winter,” someone adds.

“Especially in the winter,” says Larry Lammert, former Mayor of Bald Head Island.

“That’s when we’re out here wrapped in parkas and ski masks and everyone is so bundled up you can’t recognize them.”

“All joking aside,” says Fisher, “for us old-timers, this is just another excuse to get together and celebrate the place that drew us together.”

“Besides,” he continues, “there’s nothing prettier than the moon in winter. Except maybe the moon tonight.”

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(top) Coastal Urge brought kites, the Maritime Market brought soup, and everyone else brought the party. (above) Claude Pope, owner of the Maritime Market, pours a cup of wine to toast the rising full moon.

Howl at the Moon is BYOB— bring your own beverages, beach blankets, babies, best friends and BHI full-timers.

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(left/above) Summer nights are perfect for roasting marshmallows, as all kids (and some adults) know. (top right) The potluck was a success—there was something for everyone.

Fisher’s lived on the island since 2005, but he first visited as a Boy Scout in the mid 1960s, so he’s had plenty of opportunities to see the moon over the island.

“Camping here as a kid was one of the first times I felt a real connection to a place,” he says. “When it was time to retire, my wife and I visited Bald Head and we both felt that connection. Now I live in a place I love, surrounded by great people and a beauty I can’t describe.”

We lift our glasses to Fisher’s impromptu toast and all look skyward, first west, over the dunes where the sky is a brilliant yellow fading to deep blue overhead. Following the dome of the sky east, we find no moon yet, but a bank of clouds on the far horizon promises that when the moon does rise, and casts its first rays on us, it’ll be through a veil of clouds.

I take my cue and move off through the crowd, where Claude catches my eye. He waves, opens his hands wide as if to show me the sea of people I’m standing in. He mouths “700” and gives me a thumbs up.

In the dunes, the mountains of shoes are higher than a Boy Scout’s pup tent.

The moon’s risen and is getting close to breaking free from the cloud cover when I stop to talk to Jay Walker and his teenage daughter, Katie. They’re down from Roanoke Rapids, N.C., for a visit with his brother.

“We’ve been here a lot and I’ve seen a lot of moonrises on this island,” he says, “but this party, it’s something else.”

Katie shifts on her blanket. “Will we…will people really howl?” she asks me, shyly.

Throughout the evening, I’ve heard the question asked more than once. Sometimes it’s from children, but more often than not it’s from adults, the people who most need to live in the moment, the very people who need to howl at the moon.

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“Yes,” I tell them. They laugh.

“Guess we’d better practice then,” the elder Walker says.

They lift their heads and let out two soft howls, their voices blending. They laugh again, eyes to the sky.

Before long, the first howls start in earnest. The moon’s orange glow lights a line of clouds and a few people cheer, but when its roundness breaks through and it hangs there like a grapefruit, everyone takes notice.

I think it is John Fisher’s group who start the howl. They take it solo for a good 10 seconds before others join the chorus, then more, then more. Then, for a long moment, 700 people stand on the beach, looking east, howling their best howls. Some stand with their heads thrown back in sheer wild ecstasy (like the “barbaric yawp” Walt Whitman sounds “over the roofs of the world”). Some howl and laugh at the absurdity of it. Some try to outdo the others, which gets the dogs involved. Soon it goes from chorus to cacophony.

And then it dies down.

After we howl, everyone stands on the sand to watch the moon continue her climb.

Then reluctantly, they pack up chairs, shake off blankets and steal one last glimpse of what brought them here.

By the time I get to the mountain of shoes, it’s a hill again and mine aren’t hard to find. I slip them on and join the tide of people making for their golf carts before whisking away one by one through the bright, moonlit night.

(top) The bonfire attracted kids from up and down the beach. When the moon finally appeared, they all howled. (above) Everyone, kids and adults alike, raised their voice in a

Jason Frye is a freelance writer living in Wilmington, N.C., with his wife Lauren. He holds his MFA in creative writing and loves any writing assignment that allows him to pursue a new adventure.

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What a Dish

Photography by Harry Taylor

Forget everything you thought you knew about dining on Bald Head Island.

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he chefs at the Shoals Club, Bald Head Island Club, Maritime Market Café and MoJo’s on the Harbor are redefining the island’s cuisine one plate at a time. They’ve perfected dishes that incorporate local flavors, regional ingredients and international twists to

celebrate our Southern, seafaring history.

Grits, fried green tomatoes, scallops, shrimp and fresh fish are just some of the local ingredients these chefs use to create colorful and flavorful food. Some dishes, like the Shoals Club’s deviled eggs, honor our history, while others, like the Bald Head Island Club’s BHI Seafood Bounty, reinterpret regional cuisine with an undoubtedly modern twist. Traditional or contemporary, casual or upscale, what these dishes have in common is that they are distinctly Bald Head Island.

Local ingredients translate to bold and vibrant dishes. By extending their reach to the region, the chefs on Bald Head Island can take advantage of a wide variety of fresh seafood, meats, fruits and vegetables. Some source heirloom rice, grits and vegetables from South Carolina, others reach into the mountains of North Carolina and Virginia for apples, and all of them use produce grown close to Bald Head Island to support local farmers and give diners the best food possible.

The influence of foreign cuisines is evident in every outlet on the island, too. From the Maritime Market’s Asian- and Italian-inspired daily specials to MoJo’s twist on classic Italian dishes to the “Fusion” Mahi at the Bald Head Island Club, it’s clear that for these talented chefs, the world is their oyster. See for yourself...

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Gourmet Delicacies BHI Seafood Bounty (above) This Best Dish N.C. finalist showcases seafood from every part of the coast: local mahi mahi with Pamlico Sound jumbo lump crab, Snead’s Ferry fried shrimp and oysters served on a bed of stone-ground grits, country ham, green beans and tomatoes in a red-eye-gravy butter sauce.

“Fusion” Mahi (left) Local ingredients join with Asian flavors for an East-meets-South dish.

Grilled mahi mahi and shrimp pair nicely with an edamame corn succotash with lemongrass, crab salad and a ginger-soy butter sauce.

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Cajun Steampot A favorite in coastal states across the South, this steampot takes you to Louisiana with its Cajun spices and Tasso ham broth. The generous portions of clams, mussels, crab, shrimp and crawfish served with sausage, corn and new potatoes make this a dish to share.

Summer Salad Keep it light with this mixed greens salad topped with strawberries, fresh pineapple, goat cheese and candied pecans. Pair it with an Island Sunset cocktail for a relaxing, refreshing meal by the water.

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Casual Comfort Food Spaghetti with Meatballs (left) Taste Chef Guthrie’s love for food in the house-made meatballs and slow-simmered red sauce. Fresh basil brightens each bite and the succulent meatballs remind you of home.

Turkey Sandwich (above) Pair this roasted turkey sandwich with a Red Stripe Jamaican Lager or your drink of choice. Served with bacon, romaine lettuce, tomato, onion and basil mayonnaise on warm homemade focaccia with a side of house-made Parmesan herbed potato chips, this sandwich is sure to become a favorite.

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Pork Belly This appetizer featuring slow-braised pork belly, sweet potato tots, smoked blackberries and a blackberry barbecue sauce is a great introduction to the flavors, creativity and innovation the Shoals Club’s culinary team delivers.

Sea Scallops Each bite of the pan-seared sea scallops with watermelon, chilies and fennel-citrus dressing combines the sweetness of the scallop, peppery bite of the chilies, refreshing breath of fennel and the coolness of watermelon to create a well-balanced appetizer.

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Proudly owned and operated by island residents Claude and Melissa Pope

Leave your coolers behind, and leave it to the Market—from fresh local NC seafood, USDA Prime meats and local produce, to an extensive wine selection and seasonal Ice Cream Shop, you’ll find just what you’re looking for and more.

Savor a gourmet creation at the Maritime Market Café, or grab a delicious breakfast or lunch on the run. Call ahead and the Market can customize take-out appetizers or complete family meals. Save time when you order your groceries and meals on the Market’s website and have them waiting for you in your home when you arrive.

There’s always something fun brewing, so stay in-the-know about wine and beer tastings, “Howl at the Moon” parties, and other special events by visiting the Market’s website, following the Market on Facebook, or by subscribing to Claude Pope’s lively emails about goings-on here and around the island.

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Dining Guide

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It’s not hard to find something good to eat while you’re on Bald Head Island. Whether you want to grab a sandwich to take to the beach or enjoy cuisine that rivals the view, we’ve got you covered.

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Bald Head Island Club The Bald Head Island Club offers three distinct dining venues, from the casual poolside Pelicatessen to the pub-style Palms to the Grille, the Club’s primary dining venue. Full or temporary membership at the Bald Head Island Club is required to dine.

The Pelicatessen The Pelicatessen—or the Peli, for those in the know—serves breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. Located beside the Bald Head Island Club pool, they’re the lunch spot of choice for swimmers as their menu of sandwiches, pizzas, salads and kidfriendly items like grilled cheese sandwiches and chicken fingers makes it easy to grab a bite and head back into the water, after a 30-minute break, of course.

Have a late-night pizza craving? The Peli has your cure with their 9” personal pizzas and their 16” pizzas to share. Get creative with

Dinner at The Grille is upscale, featuring a selection of seafood and meat dishes that use as many local ingredients as possible.

For starters, you can’t go wrong with the tuna Carpaccio, shrimp cocktail or mussels. When they’re in season, the oysters—which come fried, baked or raw on the half-shell—are a great way to begin.

Entrees are divided into “From the Farm and Garden” and “From the Sea,” and both sections offer dishes you’ll be back for.

Try the bone-in veal chop, pork and clams, or duo of duck, or go with something from the sea like the tuna “nicoise” or grouper saltimbocca. Whatever you choose, you’ll end up with something memorable.

Don’t forget dessert at The Grille. A Frangelico crème brulee, brownie á la mode or a cordial will top off your meal with a smile.

The Palms and Palms Terrace How does lunch or dinner overlooking the croquet greenswards or holes No. 10 and No. 18 sound? At The Palms and Palms Terrace, you’ll get just that—a unique and stunning view of the Bald Head Island Club’s grounds and a great meal.

The Palms serves a full bar and pub-style menu, but their grilled chicken wings and Hot & Fire—fried shrimp with a spicy glaze— help kick your typical bar-fare up a notch. On the lunch and dinner menus, you’ll find a selection of soups, salads, sandwiches and entrees. The Cobb and Greek salads always please, and you can add grilled chicken, beef and seafood (including crab cakes) to any salad. Go with the Carolina barbecue pork sandwich or a crab cake sandwich for some local flavor at lunch. Or try something internationally inspired like the fish tacos or quesadilla stuffed with cheese, ancho chicken, tequila shrimp or chipotle beef.

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specialty pies like the Greek Vegetarian and the BBQ Chicken or create your own.

Grab a sweet ice cream treat while you’re there. All ice cream is made in-house, so you know it’s fresh. Or try a Nye’s Ice Cream Sandwich— fresh-baked cookies outside and homemade ice cream inside—they’re unlike any other ice cream sandwich you’ve ever had.

The Grille Overlooking the golf course and golf practice facility, The Grille is open for lunch and dinner daily for much of the year. During lunch The Palms’ menu is served here, but for dinner, a unique menu is served; membership at the Bald Head Island Club is required to dine and reservations are recommended.

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For the best views on the island, bar none, you’ll want dinner at the Shoals Club. Situated at The Point of Cape Fear, the dining room, lounge and terrace of the Shoals Club, as well as the poolside Sandbar Grille, overlook East and South Beaches and Frying Pan Shoals. Full or temporary membership is required to enjoy dining at the Shoals Club.

Sandbar Grille Offering fresh lunch selections for kids and adults, the Sandbar Grille is a great choice for families who want to maximize their pool time and get something good to eat. The menu’s selection of burgers, sandwiches, salads, kid-friendly food and frozen drinks (with selections for kids and adults), has something for everyone. During the summer season, the Sandbar Grille serves lunch and dinner.

The Dining Room and Lounge At the Shoals Club, you’ll find different menus in the Lounge and the Dining Room. Along with a great menu highlighting the best produce, meat and fish the season has to offer, you’ll find hard-tobeat views, a full bar and a beer selection that includes some of North Carolina’s finest craft brews.

In the Dining Room, the chef serves a menu that reflects the bounty of the season and takes advantage of the best local produce, seafood

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and meats available. Many of the items are Southern-inspired, but the chef isn’t afraid to stretch and get creative. Grilled smoked lamb chops, pan fried chicken, pork belly, sea scallops and local shrimp make an appearance on the menu seasonally. Diners under 12 can enjoy a kid-friendly menu that includes tenderloin tips with mashed potatoes, pizza and chicken tenders with sweet potato fries.

Throughout the year, the Shoals Club holds themed dinners and holiday celebrations at the Sandbar Grille, and in the Dining Room and Lounge; check with your server or visit the calendar of events on the Shoals Club’s website to see what’s coming up.

live music on the deck and karaoke provide great family-friendly entertainment.

Maritime Market Café Grab breakfast or lunch (or both) at the Maritime Market Café, located inside the Maritime Market. Breakfast includes classics like pancakes, eggs and bacon, and breakfast biscuits and sandwiches, but try one of the daily specials like banana crepes or the chef’s take on eggs benedict. Lunch includes a selection of sandwiches, pizzas (by the slice or the pie) and pastas, as well as daily specials.

The Market also serves ice cream at a walk-up window on the deck outside, and serves Port City Java coffee inside.

Throughout the year, the Maritime Market Café holds dinner events ranging from theme buffets to wine dinners to monthly Howl at the Moon parties (you can read more about that on page 35); check with the Market for upcoming events.

MoJo’s on the Harbor

For those nights you want to cook in, you’ll find everything you need in the adjacent Maritime Market. In addition to a great selection of meats and seafood, you’ll find fresh produce, a deli counter and a fantastic selection of wines.

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Mike’s Bites

MoJo’s on the Harbor Dining al fresco at MoJo’s on the Harbor is hard to beat. Weather permitting, grab a table overlooking the harbor for lunch, dinner or just drinks. Count the boats as they come and go, measure time by the ferry’s arrival and relax.

Before you even crack open your menu, order a basket of hushpuppies and some corn-dusted green tomatoes—two Southern treats—for the table. If you’re feeling more international, try an order of fried calamari or house-made hummus. Starter specials include the ceviche, which is a must-order when it’s on the menu.

MoJo’s does seafood right, preparing fresh, locally caught fish as often as they can, and using healthier preparations like grilling, broiling or steaming in many of their dishes. At lunch, the fish taco is made with fresh fish and a cilantro-lime slaw; at dinner, the Mediterranean-style shrimp and grits and Simply Grilled Grouper use health-conscious techniques and local seafood.

In the mood for something from the land? MoJo’s salads, burgers, wraps and sandwiches are big enough to share. And the chicken wings are some of the best you’ll find anywhere.

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Located in front of the Bald Head Island Conservancy in one of the buildings original to the Cape Fear Light, Mike’s Bites makes it easy to grab something and head to the beach. Serving snacks, fresh sandwiches (with bread baked daily), drinks and frozen treats, Mike’s is the closest thing to a drive-through you’ll find on the island. Stop in for a treat or something to tide you over until dinner, or grab a sandwich for the road.

Will o’ the Wisp If you need a place to unwind after a day of golf, kayaking the creeks or sailing, or if you just want a place to enjoy a drink with the breeze in your hair, Will o’ the Wisp is the spot to be. Casual and laid back, Will o’ the Wisp serves wine, beer and snacks like gourmet popcorn and Luna Pops, and will quickly become your favorite hangout on the island.

Located harborside adjacent to the Sail Shop, Will o’ the Wisp is the perfect place to watch the sun set or wait for the ferry home.

Delphina Family Eatery and Pub Set to open Memorial Day 2013, Delphina will feature a familyfriendly menu, great service and lovely views of the river. Located in the harbor in the former River Pilot Cafe, the adjoining Sandpiper Sweets will serve ice cream, shakes, homemade cupcakes and candy creations from around the world.

find contact information for island restaurants in the Island Phone and WEb Directory on page 125.

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Contact us today so we can share menus and ideas for making your private gathering on Bald Head Island most memorable.

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OLD BALDY FOUNDATION and the

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MUSEUM OF HISTORY & GIFT SHOP Explore Bald Head Island’s past & present.

Enter the Keeper’s Cottage to learn about the lighthouses and their caretakers on Bald Head Island.

Shop the Old Baldy Gift Shop in the Keeper’s Cottage and select from decorative items, souvenirs, t-shirts, books and other fun lighthouse gifts. Don’t forget the pirate booty!

Take a Guided Historic Tour across the Island. Come with your family, or bring your bridge club or school group! Small and large groups tours available. Make a reservation today.

Old Baldy Foundation 101 Lighthouse Wynd Bald Head Island, NC 28461 For more information contact:

www.oldbaldy.org or 910.457.7481

THE DIFFERENCE IS IN THE DETAILS When walking through a home built

by Andy Kennedy, one sees a noticeable difference. With over 40 years of experience in the field, Andy has established a reputation in Southeastern North Carolina for his lasting relationships with clients, a hands-on approach to project management and exceptional attention to every detail along the way. We welcome you to learn more about this unique building experience by logging onto our website at www.AndyKennedyHomes.com

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The Daly Family

Work with a Real Estate Sales Professional Who Islanders Trust.

Many of Garrett Albertson’s new clients come as referrals from Bald Head Island property owners.

They are owners he’s matched with the right home or homesite, owners he’s provided assistance to after the sale, and owners whose properties he’s successfully listed and sold.

“Those who know Gary, know that he is interested in more than sales. He’s interested in you. He is passionate about helping you to find your perfect fit.”

–Bald Head Island resident

“Our home had been listed for three years. There was more activity in our first two months with Garrett, and it sold!”

–Former owners, Columbus, OH

“We appreciate very much your guidance in our acquiring the Hammocks shares. Your thoroughness and professionalism definitely made a difference. Thank you!”

–2nd Home Owners, Hickory, NC

For Garrett, serving others comes naturally. Prior to coming to work for Bald Head Island Limited Real Estate Sales in 2007, Garrett and his wife Donna owned and operated a bed & breakfast inn on the island for five years. Before that, he spent forty years devoted to ministry in Presbyterian churches in Philadelphia, Boston, Pittsburgh and New York. From time to time, you can still find him conducting services or wedding ceremonies at the island’s Village Chapel.

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For assistance with your Bald Head Island property search or guidance about listing your island property for sale, contact Garrett today. galbertson@bhisland.com 800-888-3707 910-457-7376 office 910-540-3383 mobile www.BHIrealestate.com

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From Harbour Village to the Cape Fear Point, Jim Brown Represents All the Homes and Homesites the Island Has to Offer.

Jim first visited Bald Head Island in 1975 and was taken with the beauty of the island and its development potential. He began his association with the developers of Bald Head Island in 1991 as property manager and switched to real estate sales in 1995.

Jim loves sharing the island with families, who he says comes here to unwind and get reacquainted. Honestly, integrity and market knowledge position him to take care of each family’s individual real estate needs.

“Our property on Bald Head Island had previously been listed with another agency, but did not sell. After listing with Jim Brown, we were successful in the first season. We live in Colorado and Jim was very helpful coordinating all aspects of the sale, including the land survey and wetland mapping. We really do appreciate everything Jim did for us.”

Stanley and Karen Kitzmiller, Crested Butte, CO

“Jim has a rare quality in a realtor: He can find out what a customer wants, even when the customer himself doesn’t know.

That was our case. By taking us seriously as buyers from the first moment, and by trying to answer our every question and accommodate our every request, he helped us understand what we really wanted. Needless to say, we bought it.”

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Ed Samulski and Carol Shumate, Chapel Hill, NC

Jim is proud to provide both listing and selling services to clients. How can he put his 30 years of real estate experience to work for you? jimb@bhisland.com | 800-888-3707 or 910-457-7203 office 910-540-8263 mobile | www.BHIrealestate.com

IT’S ABOUT

T I M E

We understand your vacation time is precious. That’s why at The Hammocks, your time is all yours.

With shared ownership of a Hammocks home, you enjoy all the benefits of a vacation home for a smaller financial commitment than whole ownership. And because we take care of all home maintenance for you, you can spend your time on the island exploring, playing, or just relaxing.

As a Hammocks owner, you’ll enjoy four weeks of vacation in your home each year—one in each season. You’ll also get year-round membership to the onsite Hammocks Club, as well as the Bald Head Island Club and oceanfront Shoals Club.

What will you do with your time?

To learn more call 1-800-331-6612 or visit www.hammocksclub.com.

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om sw eet home This breathtaking Asian-inspired home offers a place to retreat, reflect and reconnect

By Lauren Frye, Photography by Joshua Curry

“Om Sweet Home� offers a base of stability in the world, a place of retreat.

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alking into “Om Sweet Home,” Cheryl and Bob Preston’s Asian-inspired home on Bald Head Island, the first thing you notice is the interplay of light. Sunlight filtering through a strategically placed window in the foyer coaxes a gentle smile from a Buddha statue. Intricately carved wood panels cast delicate shadows on the gleaming floor. As your eyes take in all they can, your spirit does the same and you notice how calm you feel, instantly, upon stepping into this lovely, serene space.

This is no accident. Cheryl and Bob wanted to build a home that could act as a retreat from the bedlam of daily life.

Even the name reflects this idea. “Om,” a mystical Sanskrit sound of Hindu origin, is used as a mantra in meditation.

“When we meditate, we connect with an inner wellspring that gives us a core of stability and a place to retreat to,” says Cheryl, a meditation instructor. “No matter what’s going on in our lives, we can always go back to that wellspring, that stable core.

And that’s what this home, and the island, offer: a base of stability in the world, a place of retreat.”

The Prestons have lived all around the world, calling Germany, Hong Kong and Shanghai home before settling in Mystic, Conn. With friends and family also spread out, they needed a place to act as home base for gatherings. “Bald Head Island is the perfect base,” says Cheryl. “It’s calm, it’s quiet, and everyone loves to come here.”

The house, which was finished in 2009, was designed to accommodate the Prestons’ big, happy extended family. Cheryl and Bob’s twin sons and triplet daughters invite friends from all over the globe to visit them on the island each summer, which is just how they like it. “The more the merrier” is Cheryl’s philosophy.

“The house has large spaces for entertaining, but the design is flexible so it also feels cozy for a smaller group,” she explains.

“The size is deceptive.” In addition, each room is distinct in design and décor, giving it a unique essence. “The idea is to have a full and complete experience in any area of the home,” she says.

The experience may vary from room to room, but Cheryl wants all her guests to take from the house a new-found excitement and verve for life. “I want people to recapture their childlike sense of wonder, and rediscover the small miracles and magic in the everyday.”

In the end, though, Cheryl maintains that it’s the island itself, not the home or the items that fill it, that’s magical. “If you think the house seems special,” she says, “it’s because Bald Head Island is special.”

The painting (above) by Chinese artist Irene Chou is entitled “The Universe is My Mind.” The lacquer-painted puppet from Bali (below) is one of many Cheryl has collected in her travels.

The great room features an eclectic mix of Asian details and modern décor. White Brazilian tile flooring contrasts beautifully with the rich Sepele wood ceiling. The painting above the dining table, called “Entrance of Light,” is by a Burmese artist. The intricately detailed chandelier once hung in Cheryl’s meditation center in Hong Kong, then in the Prestons’ living room in Shanghai, before gracing their home on Bald Head Island.

The interior feels seamless, from the grand view down to the smallest detail.

The kitchen radiates minimalism with high-gloss lacquered cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. A carved wood panel divides the room while allowing light to filter through from all sides.

A built-in banquette provides a cozy dining area that looks polished but feels casual.

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Brightly colored linens pair with dark wood to create a restful but vibrant master bedroom suite. A folding door system opens the room to a private screened porch complete with a slate-tiled gas fireplace and incredible views of the marsh and creek.

Cheryl’s inspiration for the master bath (left) came from a visit she and Bob took to India. During a tour of a palace, Cheryl was struck by a room filled with glass tiles that was built around a bathing pool. An intricately carved day bed (above) is an ideal spot for lounging, reading or meditating.

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BE OUR GUEST Experience this exceptional home for yourself. Om Sweet Home is a Premier Property on Bald Head Island Limited Property Management’s rental program. Situated on the marsh with epic views of the creek and lighthouse, the home features five bedrooms, six baths and sleeps 11 comfortably. Visit www.BaldHeadIsland.com for more information or to book your stay. Om Sweet Home is also listed for sale with Bald Head Island Limited Real Estate Sales. View the listing at www.BHIRealEstate.com.

John Liles

Serving Clients, Making Connections, Celebrating Place

For John Liles, introducing real estate clients to Bald Head Island’s properties for sale is a true labor of love. He’s passionate about the island, and after nearly a decade with Bald Head Island Limited Real Estate Sales, he has an uncanny knack for matching buyers and sellers.

When he’s not showing property, you’re likely to run into John honing his skills on the golf course (he’s a former pro), enjoying the water with his talented photographer wife Anne, or meeting new people with the help of his yellow lab Stella, the island’s most outgoing pup.

Connect with John at the Bald Head Island Limited Real Estate Sales office near the marina.

Don’t forget to say hello to Stella while you’re there.

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jliles@bhisland.com | 800-888-3707 or 910-454-4897 office | www.BHIrealestate.com

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All About Art… A gallery and working studio

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Come in and enjoy our selection of fine art, custom jewelry, handcrafted bags, glassware and pottery.

Attend our weekly clAsses thAt include:

kid’s art camp, mermaids and dragons, oil painting classes, metal art, precious impressionists, birthday parties, “wine-ing” about art, private events and lots more.

We invite you to attend one of our 6-Day, Full-Immersion Wellness Programs

We welcome your visit!

910.368.5336 | 6B Merchants Row

Saturday-April 27 through Thursday-May 2, 2013 Saturday-Sept. 7 through Thursday-Sept. 12, 2013

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Nutrition Counseling

Meditation

Lifestyle Coaching

Gourmet Meals

Cooking Classes

Hypnotherapy

Individual & Group Exercise

Private Accommodations

High Degree of Personalized Attention

Comprehensive Diabetes Education

Please visit our website for Special Weekend Packages:

Behind the Market, next to IPS

allaboutartbhi@gmail.com

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The Bridal Bliss Fitness Camp

“Eco-Friendly” Wellness Programs “Beat the Sugar Blues” Detox Programs

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Enjoying Bald Head Island just got easier and more fun with a little help from technology. Explore the island’s amenities, use GPS mapping to find points of interest and use the directory to connect with island merchants.

Download the Bald Head Island app from Android and iTunes stores now.

relax. renew. refresh.

At Island Retreat Spa and Salon our philosophy focuses on the powerfully restorative effects of nature, which allow you to relax, renew and refresh your body, mind and spirit.

Our services include manicures and pedicures, massage, hair care and skin and body treatments. We carry top-of-theline brands and are always adding new product lines.

New to our menu this year are golfer’s massage, acupuncture, Botox, Jet Clear Hydro Dermabrasion Facials, and advanced peels.

We also offer off-site services, including in clients’ homes and yachts.

Hours vary seasonally, call for an appointment or book online.

6 Maritime Way | 910-454-0333 www.islandretreatspa.com

A Day at the Beach

Jessica Scully

photo courtesy of Millie Holloman Photography

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Shopping & Services

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Bald Head Island offers an assortment of shopping options, from basics like groceries and beach accessories to men’s and women’s fashion to gift items for just about everyone on your list.

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chairs, baby monitors, swings and more for rent by the day or week.

Beach rentals include bocce ball sets, beach carts, chairs and tents.

Canopy Outfitters Specializing in comfortable clothing for men, women and children, Canopy Outfitters offers a large selection to ensure you’re in style for all your Bald Head Island adventures. If you’re looking for your favorite beach brands like Quicksilver, Billabong, Roxy, Rainbow and Reef, head here. They also stock a large selection of T-shirts, logo apparel and gifts.

Coastal Urge Bike Shop Coastal Urge’s Bike Shop offers a wide array of bikes for sale or rent, including beach cruisers, fitness bikes, tandem bikes, kids’ bikes, trailers and baby joggers. Daily and weekly rentals are available, as is home delivery. Coastal Urge is also a full-service bicycle shop, offering repairs from a certified bike tech and parts. Online bike rentals are available at www.CoastalUrge.com.

Coastal Urge Board Room The Board Room, located in the harbor, is your headquarters for all things standup paddleboard (SUP) related. Rent boards or book lessons and tours with one of Coastal Urge’s knowledgeable staff.

Kiteboarding lessons are also available here. Online booking is available at www.CoastalUrge.com.

Room Service All About Art All About Art, located in Merchant’s Row, features a gallery space offering work by some of the area’s best local artists as well as nationally recognized artists. They also offer the opportunity for education and involvement through classes, workshops and events.

Kids’ and adult classes for all ages and skill levels are available yearround.

Bald Head Island Club Golf Shop Located adjacent to the Clubhouse, the Golf Shop carries a wide array of men’s and ladies’ golf, croquet and casual apparel. You can also shop for golf equipment and accessories, as well as rent clubs for a day on the links. Schedule your golf tee times, court times and golf clinic times here.

Be Our Guest This home and gift boutique, located adjacent to Maritime Market, carries an elegant selection of gifts for the host or hostess, along with essentials for entertaining. Their eclectic mix includes everything from stemware and paper goods to island jewelry and unique accessories for the home.

Beach & Baby Equipment Rental Traveling with baby but don’t want to carry all the necessary gear?

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Coastal Urge Retail Shop Stop by Coastal Urge’s retail shop for a wide selection of men and women’s active wear, swimwear, shoes and accessories, all ideal for the island lifestyle. Coastal Urge carries Patagonia, North Face, Lilly Pulitzer, TOMs, Vineyard Vines and many other outdoor brands.

Dockmaster Convenience Store Located in the harbor, the Dockmaster carries a small selection of marine and fishing supplies. You’ll also find Bald Head Island souvenirs (great if you forgot someone on your list and have some spare time waiting for your ferry), ice, snacks and a limited supply of grocery items.

The Friendly Fox This lively toy shop stocks a creative selection of games, toys, puppets, books and cool stuff for kids of all ages.

Harbormaster Store at Deep Point Marina Located at Deep Point Marina in Southport, the Harbormaster Store is open to the general public as well as marina guests, and offers beverages, snacks and ice.

Island Hardware Centrally located near the Maritime Market, Island Hardware is a fully stocked, 5,000-square foot hardware store that sells a large variety of home improvement items including tools, housewares, grills, garden supplies, beach items and more.

Island Parcel Service (IPS)

Shoot Photography

If you need to send or receive a package while on Bald Head Island, visit IPS. IPS is an authorized UPS and Fed Ex shipper.

Shoot Boutique offers on-island wedding and family photography services by Anne Liles.

Island Retreat Spa and Salon

Silver Peddler

Island Retreat is a full-service spa and salon offering massage, skin care, body treatments, manicures and pedicures, and hair cutting, coloring and styling. The spa also offers a range of fragrance, skin and hair care products. Wedding parties and groups are welcome.

This quaint shop offers an eclectic selection of jewelry, handbags, children’s keepsakes, decorative items, home goods and gifts.

Smith Island Museum Gift Shop

Maritime Market

After climbing Old Baldy, don’t forget to visit the Smith Island Museum gift shop and pick up books, gifts and other fun souvenirs celebrating the island’s seafaring history. All proceeds from purchases made at the gift shop benefit the nonprofit Old Baldy Foundation.

The Maritime Market is a full-service supermarket that offers grocery staples including natural and organic foods; rare and vintage wines and craft beers; homemade pastries, breads and pizzas; locally sourced vegetables, meats and seafood; a full-service butcher shop; and a deli with Boars Head cold cuts and artisan cheeses. Other conveniences offered at the Maritime Market include grocery delivery to your home prior to arrival, sunbathing products, magazines, personal care items, over-the-counter medications, movie rentals, an ATM machine and a gift shop. The Maritime Market also has an adjoining café, which serves breakfast and lunch daily. See the Dining Guide for more details.

Turtle Central For the finest and most unique environmentally oriented gifts, books, toys, jewelry and apparel, a visit to Turtle Central—the Bald Head Island Conservancy’s gift shop—is a must. Sales help fund the Conservancy’s many efforts, including the popular Sea Turtle Protection Program.

Maritime Passage This contemporary women’s boutique stocks a selection of on-trend clothing, shoes, accessories and jewelry for women of all ages. Find brands like Free People, YA, Sam Edelman and Dolce Vita shoes, Hobo bags, French Connection, Echo, Jantzen and more.

FIND CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE SHOPS AND SERVICES LISTED HERE IN THE ISLAND PHONE AND WEB DIRECTORY ON PAGE 125.

Riverside Adventure Company Located near the ferry landing in the marina, Riverside Adventure Company is your first stop when visiting the island. Cart and bicycle rentals are available, as well as beach chair and equipment rental and GPS scavenger hunts. While you’re there, shop for logo T-shirts and hats, sunglasses, kites, beach toys, towels and other fun Bald Head Island gifts and souvenirs. On-line reservations for bikes and beach rentals are available at www.RiversideAdventure.com.

Riverside Taxi Run by the folks at Riverside Adventure Company, taxi service is available year round, seven days a week.

Room Service If you’re looking to furnish your beach home or to take a bit of coastal style back home with you, look no further than Room Service. They offer an eclectic mix of new and vintage home decorative items and gifts including rugs, lamps, throw pillows, picture frames, bedding and kitchenware in addition to furniture.

The Sail Shop

The Shops at Maritime Way

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Located on Keelson Row in the harbor, the Sail Shop is your outdoor activity center on Bald Head Island. Rentals through the Sail Shop include kayaks, canoes, surfboards and boogie boards. The Sail Shop also offers guided nature tours, surfing lessons, surf and creek fishing expeditions, sailing instruction and fun sails.

Emily Bonney 1 designer Available in-store or for private consulation

In the past, buying a home on the island

always meant leaving the island to furnish it or living with what the prior owner left behind. ose were the old days. Room Service home furnishings is now the island’s one stop resource for all of your decorating and home decor needs.

Offering a full line of upholstered and slipcovered couches and chairs, dining tables, beds, lighting, pillows, bed linens, rugs and much more.

910.457.9911 shop online: www.roomservicebhi.com

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BEACH & BABY EQUIPMENT RENTALS Rent baby gear for your vacation so you don’t have to bring it with you!

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We offer customized facials, advanced peels, Botox, dermablading and our newest treatment, the Jet Clear Hydro Dermabrasion Facial. Call to book a complimentary consultation and speak with our experts about which facial treatment is best for you.

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Over 100 Boats and Yachts listed online at

www.IntracoastalYachtSales.com Or call Capt. Ric Stanley (N.C.) 910-297-4444 or Capt. Doug Ford (S.C.) 843-340-0080

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environments

JASON FRYE

The Ba rrier Isl a nd St udy Center

Why Have a Study Center on Bald Head Island? Bald Head Island is geographically in the middle of the Eastern Seaboard and possesses a unique diversity of intact ecosystems, including dune, beach, estuary, salt marsh, maritime forest, maritime shrub and freshwater aquifer. The Smith Island Complex (which includes Bald Head, Middle and Bluff islands) is singled out within the scientific community not only for its biodiversity, but also for the support and leadership of its human inhabitants.

T

he first community-based barrier island research and education facility in the nation, the Bald Head Island Conservancy’s 5,000-square-foot Barrier Island Study Center (BISC) has hit the ground running in its first year of operation. The facility’s labs, libraries, media center and programs are attracting scientists and “citizen scientists” of all ages to expand their understanding of barrier islands and make informed decisions about how to live sustainably in a changing coastal environment—a topic of global relevance, interest and urgency.

The blue barrels outside the study center are an educational display demonstrating how a cistern uses gravity to capture rainwater. The BISC has a cistern that holds 7,000 gallons of rainwater, WALKER GOLDER

WALKER GOLDER

which is then used for various purposes like landscaping.

Through camps and other educational programming, children learn about barrier island environments and are encouraged to become stewards of the environment. The distance learning program allows environmental experts to teach high school and college courses that bring students to stay and learn during the school year.

The wet labs in the BISC also provide opportunities for laboratory work, “touch tank time,” and other hands-on activities.

WALKER GOLDER

Children’s Programs

Community Education

WALKER GOLDER

The data obtained at the BISC is shared with the scientific community and general public, allowing citizens to make informed choices about the way they live on and interact with the barrier island environment. “Citizen scientists” benefit the researchers’ field work and help to convey research results to the broader community. A state-of-the-art multimedia theater provides unlimited opportunities for communication and education, both on-site and remotely.

Model for Green Building The BISC is projected to be the first building in southeastern North Carolina, and the fifth in the state, to attain US Green Building Council’s Platinum LEED certification for new construction if such certification is achieved. Along with reducing operating costs and creating a healthier work environment, the Center’s green practices, such as employing reclaimed wood, rainwater harvesting, solar lighting and using insulation made from recycled blue jean fabric, also serve as a model for homeowners looking to build a sustainable home.

A p p l i e d S c i e n t i f i c R e s e ar c h

HARRY TAYLOR

Scientists from around the region and around the world use the BISC to study barrier island ecology and expand our understanding of these important ecosystems. The Conservancy has already demonstrated leadership in applied science, creating an effective model for removing the invasive plant species beach vitex, which when left unchecked can limit dune formation, increase erosion and interfere with sea turtle nesting.

Monday 9:15 am Birding, saw a pair of oystercatchers

Tuesday 10:47 am found my first Sea Pen on the beach and saw a ray jump while on beachcombing biology

Connect with nature...and

Thursday 10:30 pm Saw my first Loggerhead Sea Turtle lay a nest

your family.

Come check out all we have to offer while you are on Bald Head Island.

photos by Donna Finley, Maureen Dewire and staff

Conservation Projects:

Naturalist Led Adventures:

BHI Conservancy protects and sustains Bald Head Island and similar coastal communities and Barrier Islands.

Conservation efforts include, but are not limited to: Sea Turtle Protection • Oyster restoration • Creek monitoring Forest conservation • Invasive species monitoring/removal Dune monitoring • Sustainable water use 106 Stranded marine mammal response • Forest trail maintenance Nesting shorebird protection • Residential wildlife response

Birding • Bald Head After Dark • Beachcombing Biology • Camps Crabbing & Castnetting • Fishing School • Island Nature Tours Kayaking • Kids-only Kayaking • Maritime Forest Hike Middle Island/Ibis Pond Hike • Sea Turtle Movie Screenings Sea Turtle Patrol Ride Alongs • Touch Tank Time • Turtle Walks Plus: special learning lab dissections, lectures and workshops Live Google Calendar online at http://www.bhic.org/calendar-of-events

700 Federal Road Bald Head Island, NC (910) 457-0089 www.BHIC.org

Old Baldy Lighthouse and Smith Island Museum Call for hours. $3 for children ages 3-12 and $5 for ages 13 and over.

Children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult.

Historic Island Tours Tues.-Sat. at 10:30 a.m.

Includes ferry, tour and restaurant voucher.

Call (910) 457-5003 for reservations and prices.

Pirates Are Coming Festival August 2nd - 4th, 2013

For more information about our nonprofit organization, visit our Web site at www.oldbaldy.org, call (910) 457-7481, or visit us at 101 Lighthouse Wynd.

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The Southport Hook Bracelet Just Keeps Getting Better.

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Recognized by locals and loyal visitors alike as the symbolic treasure of Southport, North Carolina.

The two 14 karat wraps represent the Atlantic Ocean and the Cape Fear River, which have both given Southport their bounty for centuries and grace her banks with the pleasures of life on the water. The Southport Hook Bracelet is a true symbolic treasure that conjures thoughts of the sea…no matter where you are.

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102 East Moore Street Southport, NC 28461

(Corner of Moore and Howe Streets 1 block off waterfront)

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nd you shouldn’t. at’s our job. Plain and simple. As the longest-running and most established A independent rental management company on the island, we pride ourselves in offering one-on-one attention as well

as swift responses to our clients’ needs. How do we know what you want? We’re island homeowners and we have the unique perspective of being both a rental guest and of having guests rent our home and we appreciate the value of good service. So, whether you are renting a home from us or renting a home through us, you’ll be a member of our family. Come join us! Now accepting a limited number of additional homes for 2013, call or email today.

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Andrew R. Cracker, MD David P. Mason, MD Clarence L. Wilson, ll, MD H. Kyle Rhodes, MD Timothy L. Chase, MD Jeffrey W. Wright, MD MFM Specialist

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INCONTINENCE

folio

The Sound of Summer Surf

Naturally Inspired North Carolina artist and architect Chip Hemingway turns his artist’s eye on one of his favorite muses, Bald Head Island.

(above) Bald Head Transportation Department. (right) Bald Head Backroads.

Suntans and Sunburns

(left) Paddleboarding in the Shadow of Old Baldy. (above) The Launch.

The Old Boat House

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ilmington, N.C., based architect George C. Hemingway, III— better known by friends and colleagues as Chip—has been

painting almost as long as he’s been designing. In fact, he took up painting while studying architecture at the North Carolina State University School of Design nearly 25 years ago and has pursued it seriously ever since.

“People always ask me which I like better, art or architecture,” says

Hemingway. “I always answer that to me they are inseparable. Both reflect my love and appreciation of nature.”

Hemingway favors painting en plein air, a French expression

which means “in the open air” and is used to describe the act of painting outdoors. “I love capturing light in my paintings and the best way to do that for me is to be within it,” says Hemingway. “I also love the way I can capture scenes when I travel that can’t fit into a photograph. Plein air painting is a great way to absorb and experience nature wherever I might find myself.”

Hemingway, who rarely leaves home without his painting supplies,

has captured natural beauty through his art up and down the East Coast, but he harbors a particular fondness for Bald Head Island. “The island is such a beautiful place, it’s an ideal locale to pursue what I call my ‘journey into nature through art and architecture,’” he says. “I love the variety. One day I might be on the beach and the next deep within the maritime forest.”

Hemingway’s paintings can be found at galleries throughout North

Carolina, including at All About Art in Merchant’s Row on Bald Head Island, or on his website at www.hemingwayartstudio.com.

Enjoy the Ride.

Vehicle Sales and Maintenance, located just behind the Maritime Market, specializes in golf cart sales and maintenance, making it easier for you to enjoy the ride while on Bald Head Island. Our showroom features a wide selection of E-Z-Go carts—the number one selling golf cart in the world—for sale. Our expert staff maintains and repairs all brands of electric, gasoline and diesel powered vehicles, and offers roadside towing and service should you need help on the go.

Call or stop by to learn more about how Vehicle Sales and Maintenance can help you kick back and enjoy your ride.

BALD HEAD ISLAND LIMITED VEHICLE SALES & MAINTENANCE

261 Edward Teach Wynd. Hours vary seasonally. Call for Hours, (910) 457-7333.

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CRUISE

into the new DEEP

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MARINA

DEEP POINT MARINA DETAILS:

33 55.872’ N - 77 59.772‘ W Across from red Cape Fear River buoy #20 Offering easy ICW and ocean access via a deep-water shipping channel with federally maintained navigational aids Accommodates boats up to 102’ with 10’ draft at MLW Ice-free basin with lighted entrance channel

The 82-slip Deep Point Marina, located next door to the Bald Head Island Ferry Terminal, is convenient to Southport’s shopping, restaurants and historic district, and offers easy ocean access.

30-, 50- and 100-amp electric hookups Gas & diesel fuel and marine pump-out available Cable TV • Wi-Fi • 24-hour security • Pool

Situated on the Cape Fear River, the Marina offers fuel and transient dockage as well as daily, monthly and annual slip rentals. A pool, laundry facilities and dockmaster store make docking for the day or year-round that much more convenient and enjoyable.

For slip rentals and rates, call 1-910-269-2380 or use VHF channel 16. Visit us on the web at www.DeepPointMarina.com.

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Maintenance Service Plans Rental Prop. Mgmt. / House Cleaning Carpentry / Repairs / Punch Lists Painting / Pressure Washing / Bike Repairs Pool & Spa Maintenance Winterizing / Hurricane Preparation Special Requests Encouraged Insured

W itt W orks H ome m aintenance , R epaiRs & c aRetaking

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910-297-2786

wittworks@gmail.com

Be the First to Sport an Old Baldy License Plate

SUPPORT OLD BALDY LIGHTHOUSE when you pre-order a North Carolina license plate featuring Old Baldy.

The Old Baldy Foundation will receive $20 for each license plate printed, but they need 300 applications before the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles will print the first run. Personalized plates are available, too.

Apply for your Old Baldy license plate today at www.oldbaldy.org, pick up forms at the Smith Island Museum Gift Shop while you’re on the island, or call 910-457-7481.

Turtle Central Gift Shop Stop by Turtle Central for all your personal and gift giving needs.

100% of the proceeds go to the BHI Conservancy whose mission is Barrier Island Conservation, Preservation, and Education.

Check out our online store at www.bhic.org/store

Open 7 days a week 10am- 5pm 700 Federal Road Bald Head Island, NC

910-457-0917 www.bhic.org

Art Toys Books Fudge Jewelry Accessories The Unusual Apparel for all Treats & Drinks Green & Eco friendly Huge variety of Turtles

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D O SHE R M E MORI A L HOS P ITAL The

Heart of your Healthcare

Dosher Memorial Hospital has been serving the healthcare needs of the southeastern Brunswick County area since 1930.

Whether we’re meeting emergency medical needs through our 24-hour Emergency Department, offering the latest in Diagnostic Imaging services (including digital mammography and fixed-base MRI), providing personalized Inpatient Care, state-of-the-art high tech Surgery and Procedures (including joint replacement, laparoscopic procedures, colonoscopies, and sentinel node biopsy for melanoma and breast cancer), or getting folks back on their feet with one-on-one Cardiac Rehabilitation or Physical and Occupational Therapy, the people of Bald Head Island, Southport and the surrounding area have come to rely on our caring team of healthcare professionals at Dosher to provide high-quality healthcare, close to home.

So when you or someone you love is in need of care, tell your doctor you want to go to Dosher Memorial Hospital. Because today, more than ever, you have a choice when it comes to selecting your healthcare provider.

You Have a Choice...

Choose Dosher!

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ISLAND PHONE AND WEB DIRECTORY Bald Head Island Limited, LLC www.baldheadisland.com Administrative Offices - 910-457-5000 Facility Maintenance - 910-457-7330 Guest Services Front Desk - 910-269-2790 Vehicle Sales and Maintenance - 910-457-7333 Bald Head Island LIMITED Property Management and Vacation Rentals 6 Marina Wynd www.baldheadisland.com 910-457-5002/800-432-RENT Bald Head Island Limited Real Estate Sales 4 Marina Wynd www.bhirealestate.com 910-457-7400/800-888-3707

BHI Construction Company 4 Maritime Way www.baldheadconstruction.com 910-457-7460 Canopy Outfitters 14B Maritime Way www.canopyoutfittersnc.com 910-454-8248 Clubs of Bald Head Island Membership Sales Office 88 Keelson Row 910-457-7334/800-722-6450 Coastal Urge Bike Shop 12C Maritime Way www.coastalurge.com 800-383-4443

ALL ABOUT ART 6B Merchant’s Row www.allaboutartbhi.com 910-368-5336

Coastal Urge Board room 86 Keelson Row www.coastalurge.com 800-383-4443

BALD HEAD ASSOCIATION 111 Lighthouse Wynd www.bhinews.com 910-457-4676

Coastal Urge Retail Shop 12B Maritime Way www.coastalurge.com 800-383-4443

Bald Head Island Club 1 Saltmeadow Trail www.bhiclub.net 910-457-7300 Golf Shop & Tee Times - 910-457-7310 Fitness Center - 910-457-3724 Recreation/Pool - 910-457-0265 Tennis Shop & Court Reservations - 910-457-0159

DEEP POINT MARINA Harbormaster Store 1301 Ferry Road, Southport 910-269-2380

Bald Head Island Conservancy 700 Federal Road www.bhic.org 910-457-0089 BALD HEAD ISLAND MARINA, Dockmaster AND Convenience Store 6A Marina Wynd www.baldheadislandmarina.com 910-457-7380 Bald Head Island Transportation, Inc. Reservations to the Island - 910-457-5003 Reservations from the Island - 910-457-5006 Bald Head Island Utilities 910-457-7350 Barge and Tug Services 910-457-5205 BE OUR GUEST 8 Maritime Way www.maritimemarketbhi.com 910-269-2878 Beach & Baby Equipment Rental 2B Merchant’s Row www.baldheadbabies.com 910-363-2036

Deep Point Marina Parking 910-457-7289 The Friendly Fox 910-457-4944 Island Hardware 16 Maritime Way 910-454-0810 Island Parcel Service (IPS) 6A Merchant’s Row 910-457-4864 Island Retreat Spa and Salon 6 Maritime Way www.islandretreatspa.com 910-454-0333 Maritime Market 8 Maritime Way www.maritimemarketbhi.com 910-457-7450 Maritime Passage 14A Maritime Way www.maritimepassage.com 910-454-8248 MIKE’S BITES 700 Federal Road (in the old Cape Fear Light generator building) MoJo’s on the Harbor 16 Marina Wynd www.mojosontheharbor.com 910-457-7217

Old Baldy Lighthouse/Smith Island Museum of History 101 Lighthouse Wynd www.oldbaldy.org 910-457-7481 RiverLanding1524 1 Marina Wynd www.riversideadventure.com 910-457-4944 Riverside Adventure Company 1 Marina Wynd www.riversideadventure.com 910-457-4944 RIVERSIDE TAXI www.riversideadventure.com 910-457-4944 Room Service 4 Maritime Way www.roomservicebhi.com 910-457-9911 The Sail Shop 96 Keelson Row www.riversideadventure.com 910-457-6844 Shoals Club 100 Station House Way www.shoalsclub.com Administrative Office - 910-454-4888 Dinner Reservations - 910-454-4850 Event Planning - 910-457-3705 Recreation Department - 910-457-3701 Shoot PHOTOGRAPHY 6 Maritime Way www.annephoto.com 910-470-6980 Silver Peddler & Gift Accessories 12A Maritime Way 910-457-6900 Turtle Central 700 Federal Road www.bhic.org 910-457-0917 Village of Bald Head Island Post Office 104 Lighthouse Wynd 910-457-6304 Village of Bald Head Island Town Hall 106 Lighthouse Wynd www.villagebhi.org 910-457-9700 Village Chapel 105 Lighthouse Wynd www.baldheadislandchapel.org 910-457-1183 Will O’ The Wisp 96 Keelson Row www.riversideadventure.com 910-457-6844

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Wish you were here? Stay connected.

Get the inside scoop on Bald Head Island through our many social media channels and stay up-to-date on the latest island news and events. Become a fan on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for exclusive vacation specials not advertised elsewhere.

Facebook: www.facebook.com/BaldHeadIslandNews Twitter: www.twitter.com/bhinews YouTube: www.youtube.com/BaldHeadIsland Blog: www.baldheadisland.com/blog

Indigo Plantation Marina

F R E E E S T I M AT E S

Your Homeport on the Mainland

All Roofing Types · Repairs · Re -Roofs · New Roofs Metal Fabrication · Gutters · Chimney Caps

Residential & Commercial Owner serving Wilmington and the Southeast for the past 30 years

www.SouthbayRoofingLLC.com 910.681.0961

Located on the Intracoastal Waterway in charming Southport, the marina is convenient to the seafaring town’s shopping, restaurants and historic district, and offers easy ocean access.

Slip memberships are available in the Indigo Plantation Yacht Club.

Slips may also be rented on a daily, monthly or annual basis. For more information on yacht club memberships, please call The Clubs of Bald Head Island Membership Sales Office at 1-800-722-6450.

To reserve a slip, call (910) 269-2380.

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YOUR NE X T PORT OF CALL

33.52’ N – 78.00’ W 2 miles east of ICW Mile Marker #307 Near Cape Fear River Buoy #13A Offering easy ICW and ocean access via a deep-water shipping channel with federally maintained navigational aids

The Bald Head Island Marina is a convenient base for mariners cruising the Intracoastal Waterway, Cape Fear River and Atlantic Ocean, or for those who wish to explore and experience the island. The 10-acre, protected harbor is framed by floating docks and surrounded by private homes, restaurants, inns and shops. Membership in the Bald Head Island Yacht Club includes exclusive use of a boat slip in the marina.

Accommodates yachts to 100’ with 7’ draft at MLW Ice-free basin with lighted entrance channel 30-, 50- and 100-amp electric hookups Some slips with cable TV Restrooms, shower and laundry in centrally located bathhouse Gas and diesel fuel available via high-flow pumps

BALD HEAD ISLAND MARINA & YACHT CLUB For slip rentals call 1-800-234-1666 ext 7380 or 1-910-457-7380 or use VHF channel 16 www.baldheadislandmarina.com

2013 Ferry Schedule PLEASE MAKE RESERVATIONS FOR ALL TRANSPORTATION SERVICES To Island: (910) 457-5003 To Mainland: (910) 457-5006

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Schedule Key Ferry Service Not Available Tram Service Not Available Service offered during May through September only. from 2nd ° Offered Saturday of June through Labor Day Weekend from Memorial °° Offered Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend Supplemental ferry service departing Deep Point on the half-hour may be provided on holidays as needed. See Notices posted at terminal prior to the holiday for details. All times are departure times from terminal listed.

Supplement No. 3 to NCUC No. 7

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Photo by George Graves, beloved Bald Head Island architect, photographer and friend, 1959-2012.

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8 Dockmaster Convenience Store and Fuel Dock 9 Ferry Landing 10 Bald Head Island Limited Real Estate Sales 11 RiverLanding1524 • Riverside Adventure Co. • Delphina Family Eatery & Pub • Sandpiper Sweets • Children’s Courtyard 12 Old Baldy Lighthouse and Smith Island Museum 13 Bald Head Island Village Center • Bald Head Association Building • Village Town Hall • Village Chapel • Village Post Office 14 Village Creek Access

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15 Bald Head Island Club • Lounge and Dining Rooms • Golf Course • Driving Range and Putting Green • Golf Shop • Fitness Center • Swimming Pool • Tennis Courts • Croquet Greenswards • Pelicatessen Snack Bar 16 The Hammocks 17 Old Boat House (c. 1903) 18 M. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail 19 Bald Head Island Limited, LLC Planning Department 20 Room Service 21 Island Retreat Spa and Salon

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