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‌to the beautiful Crystal Coast and thank you for picking up our latest edition of Coaster Magazine. The warm weather is upon, school has been released for summer vacation and the region’s summer programs are up and running.

You couldn’t have picked a better time for a visit!

Our 65-mile stretch of natural beaches and dunes, sounds and maritime forests, rivers and communities has something to offer everyone.

With an abundance of historic sites and museums, we know how to keep visitors entertained when they decide to wander away from the sandy shores.

For more than 30 years, Coaster Magazine has focused on spreading the word about all the region’s upcoming events. Readers will find details on the area’s attractions as well as its real estate options, shops and restaurants. Our mission is to provide the vacationer with all of the information they need to make the most of their visit to the Crystal Coast.

Anglers return to Morehead City this June for the annual Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament.

With a purse that reaches well over $1 million, the tournament, now 57 years young, draws anglers from around the globe for a chance to reel in the big one. Watch daily weigh-ins on the Morehead City waterfront, or take in the action live at thebigrock.com.

June also brings one the region’s oldest and best attended events in Beaufort – the Old Homes & Gardens Tour, a fundraiser for the Beaufort Historical Association. Guests are welcome into a variety of historic and newly-constructed homes to take in the wide variety of architecture and dÊcor found in this lovely fishing hamlet.

The Buddy Pelletier Memorial Longboard Classic brings a whole different visitor to the Crystal Coast’s shores each July. It’s the waves they’re after – and we feel sure they will find some during this popular surfing tournament.

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The oldest of the five towns that dot the beautiful shores of Bogue Banks – it turns 80 in 2017. With ample opportunities for surfing and fishing, Atlantic Beach is home to one of the two remaining fishing piers on the island and provides the perfect opportunity to prop your feet up and drop a line. The town has a collection of shopping and dining options and is convenient to area attractions. The beach, which is patrolled by lifeguards, provides a family-friendly option when it comes to taking the children for a day of beach play. But it’s the towns laid back spirit and warm family atmosphere that keeps people coming back for more. Details: www.atlanticbeach-nc.com.

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EMERALD ISLE With an almost perfect blend of modern amenities and old-fashioned beach town values, Emerald Isle is a favorite vacation spot. Located at the far western end of Bogue Banks, the town’s warm hospitality has made this community a summertime home for many families. Bogue Banks remained largely uninhabited until the 1950s when it was purchased by a group of developers. Viewing the lush green maritime forest from a plane, a consultant suggested the name “Emerald Isle.” Attractions include a water slide, miniature golf, movies, fishing, bike paths that span the town, and, of course, swimming, sunning, sandcastle building and a nice assortment of shopping and dining. For more details, visit www. emeraldisle-nc.org.

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Salter Path, the more business-oriented of the two towns, sits smack in the middle of Indian Beach. Watch the signs carefully as you drive first through Indian Beach and into Salter Path, then back in to Indian Beach once more. Here, visitors will find a handful of locally-owned restaurants and shops. Salter Path was the first on the island, having emerged in the late 1800s. Still a hub for commercial fishing, the day’s catch is abundant in Salter Path and Indian Beach. Details: www.indianbeach.org.

Pine Knoll SHores Home to one of the state’s three NC Aquariums, Pine Knoll Shores is about midway between Atlantic Beach and Indian Beach and features one of the most natural untouched areas of Bogue Banks despite a population of more than 1,500 residents. While development is allowed in this mainly residential community, it is done with a focus on minimal disturbance, making Pine Knoll Shores one of the state’s most environmentally-sensitive towns. Small in stature, the town does have a big place in history. Visitors will notice an historical marker along Hwy 58 noting the site of one of the first landings in the New World by Florentine explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano.

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Fort macon state park Like a sentinel guarding the coast, Fort Macon State Park is one of the country’s best preserved Civil War fortresses and continues to be one of the most visited state parks in North Carolina. Garrisoned in 1834, Fort Macon is a living example of 19th century architecture and masonry.

More than nine million bricks were used in the construction and it took some eight years to complete. Seized by the Confederacy in 1861, the site came under bombardment by Union forces in April of 1862 in order to secure the use of the harbor. A reenactment of the bombardment is celebrated annually at the site.

A visitor’s center and education space helps serve the approximate 1.3 million visitors to the site, sharing the story of Fort Macon and providing a backdrop for workshops and conferences. In addition, audio programs, displays and a variety of artifacts throughout the protected site help illustrate what life was like at the fort during its years of service.

The park itself encompasses 385 acres of pristine beach, dunes and maritime forest just east of Atlantic Beach.

At the park’s beach access, visitors can fish from rock jetties or park at the bathhouse area for swimming and summer concessions. The park opens daily at 8am and closes at sunset. Fort hours are 9am-5:30pm daily. Details: 252726-3775.

NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll shores The summer theme at the aquarium is “Get outside and play!” The new TREE-mendous Nature Play Area along the Hoffman Nature Trail is the inspiration. The playground features a swinging bridge, a treehouse platform, a climbing net, two slides, a life-preserver swing and other ways for kids to enjoy being outdoors. On themed Thursdays, enjoy educational activities at TREE-mendous, and free programs such as animal encounters and creature features along the marsh boardwalk.

• Also experience the new exhibit, Venom – See Beyond the Danger. Look for a dozen new displays of venomous and poisonous insects, reptiles, amphibians, fish and other creatures interspersed throughout the aquarium.

• Bird’s Eye View, a new bird show, debuts in June and is now free with admission. Joining the cast of owls, pelicans and other raptors and water birds are three sun conures, brightly colored South America natives related to the extinct Carolina parakeet. Watch them brighten the air space in Big Rock theater in the twice-daily shows.

• Special observances in June and July include World Oceans Day June 8 and Shark Week July 25-Aug. 1. Every day at the aquarium, enjoy gallons of family fun with dive presentations, animal feedings and, on selected days, river otter programs, all free with admission.

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The NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores is 5 miles west of Atlantic Beach at 1 Roosevelt Blvd., Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28512. The aquarium is open 9am-5pm daily, included Independence Day. Admission is $10.95 for ages 13-61; $9.95 for age 62 and up and military; $8.95 for ages 3-12; no charge for age 2 and under and NC Aquarium Society members. State taxes are additional to fees. For more information, see www.ncaquariums.com/pine-knollshores or call 252-247-4003.

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ach year, the residents of Pine Knoll Shores come out en masse to show their support for wounded servicemen from around the country. In what has quickly become the community’s signature event, the Kayak for the Warriors festival sees residents, guests and servicemen manning kayaks and vying for bragging rights as they cut through the waters of Bogue Sound to benefit the Hope for the Warrior Foundation, a support agency that aids injured service members and their families.

It’s a weekend full of events, beginning at 6:30pm on Thursday, June 4, with a reception and auction at the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. The silent auction begins at 7:45pm. Tickets are $5 and everybody is welcome to attend and wish the competitors well.

It’s Saturday, June 6, however, when folks take to the water to show off their skill. Kayakers of all ages and skill levels are welcome to participate. The entry fee into the 3.2-mile kayak and paddleboard race is a $45 donation, which includes lunch and a T-shirt.

Participants need to arrive by 9am and the race starts at Garner Park on Oakleaf Drive at 10am. The family

fun race, beginning at 10:30am, allows participants to float along in any paddle-worthy vessel they can find.

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For those who prefer to keep their feet planted firmly on the ground, 5K and 10K bike rides start at 8:30am, beginning and ending at McNeill Park. Participants should arrive by 8am. The cost to participate is $15, which includes lunch. Participants are encouraged to decorate their bikes in support of the Warriors and residents are encouraged to display the American flag.

Awards will be distributed at Garner Park from 11:30am-1pm, along with lunch, raffles and fun for all.

Throughout the event, town residents are encouraged to proudly display their American flags to motivate racers both on the water and on land. Non-racers are also welcomed to join the participants for lunch following the events. The cost is $5 per person. The memories made, however, are just about priceless. To register for all events or to learn more about Kayak for the Warrior, visit kayakforthewarriors.org.

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Centrally-located, Morehead City serves as the retail and business hub for the county. Small boutiques, gift shops and major chain stores make this a haven for shoppers. While an expanding general hospital, makes this the primary site for medical care.

At the eastern edge of the downtown waterfront is one of the state’s two shipping ports where military ships and freighters from all over the world can be seen coming and going on any given day. While big in stature, it does little to overshadow Morehead City’s own fleet – its charter boats that line the waterfront.

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Lauded time and time again for its vast genealogy library, The History Place in Morehead City is a great place to get an overall history of the region. For genealogy and Civil War buffs, the Jack Spencer Goodwin Library houses more than 6,000 publications and an extensive county photo file. The Civil War collections are especially notable – drawing a large research audience annually to the site.

The museum itself is nothing short of a success story. Originally housed on the campus of Carteret Community College, the Carteret County Historical Society members undertook a fundraising campaign that would bring them to a new home in downtown Morehead City more than 10 years ago. An old furniture store was renovated to house exhibits, the library, meeting space and a small café. Space rentals and the leased restaurant space continue to buoy the nonprofit operation.

From Carteret County’s relationship with the sea to its military history, the stories are told here at The History Place. Browse the antique doll collection, Native American artifacts, award-winning carved decoys, vintage clothing, period furniture, military memorabilia, coastal artwork and more. Learn the history of shrimp boats, read about the Tuscarora Indians and take a look at the carriage Civil War spy Emeline Pigott was riding in when captured. It is purported that Pigott carried more items of importance in her petticoat than would fit in any modern-day suitcase.

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Getting Back to the Rock Annual Big Rock Tournament Returns T ournament season is in full swing when the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament rolls out the red carpet in downtown Morehead City. The tournament brings droves of visitors and residents to the waterfront to line the streets and bleachers, waiting for the day’s catch to be weighed at Big Rock Landing. This is the 57th year of the tournament that started from humble beginnings, but has handed out prizes topping $1 million for the past 15 years. And this year, the tournament has a new home and a new weighstation to celebrate during its June 5-13 event.

Prior to 1957, the blue marlin was an elusive catch that most believed could only be caught in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. A blue marlin had never been caught in the waters off Morehead City, though sailors that came in on cargo ships always told stories of the blue marlin seen not too far offshore.

In the early 1950s a band of charter boat captains, fishing pier owners, anglers and business owners got together over coffee at The Sanitary restaurant and hatched a plan. Tired of being slighted as a hotspot for fishing, the group decided to contribute $25 each and solicit additional donations in hopes of raising a $500 reward for the first blue marlin brought in.

The group had solicited roughly $350 by the time Bill Olsen, working out of the Morehead City Yacht

Basin, took an inexperienced fisherman offshore and returned that evening with a marlin. It was Sept. 14, 1957 when angler Jimmy Croy heaved a 143-pound blue marlin aboard the Mary Z – a day that marked a new era for Carteret County and the fishing industry worldwide.

“We started with 250 silver dollars as a prize and now the purse is over $1 million, so the growth has been exponential,” said Crystal Hesmer, tournament director.

This year, for the first time, the tournament has included an outboard level, making the tournament accessible for even more anglers. The total entry fee is $3,500 for this new division, with a guaranteed purse of $10,000.

The tournament kicks off with the Lady Angler Event from 6-8pm on Friday, June 5 at the Crystal Coast Civic Center. The Big Rock Lady Angler Tournament runs from 8am-1pm on Saturday, June 6, followed by the Captain’s Party at the civic center from 7-11pm.

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eaufort’s quaint historic district, boasting more than 200 nationally registered historic homes, has brought the town well-deserved attention as a tourist destination. Every year this picturesque town invites visitors and locals alike to breathe in the fragrant salty air, stroll leisurely down the tree-lined streets, and discover the array of historic homes and buildings during the Old Homes Tour, held the last weekend in June. This longtime tradition, planned for June 26-27, is the perfect way to see how the town has preserved its past while celebrating its present.

The town welcomed the event from the beginning, though some may have been skeptical. In a club scrapbook from the time it’s noted, “Pay money to go inside my neighbor’s house? It’s nothing to see.

Why it’s at least 150 years old -- who wants to see that?”

Plenty of people did. A success from the beginning, the tour has now morphed into an entire weekend event and a major attraction being named one of the Southeast Tourism Society’s Top 20 Events for June 2015.

This year the Old Homes & Gardens Tour will feature 12 private homes, from the historic to the newlyconstructed, 10 gardens, artist’s studios, as well as plein air artists painting canvases around town. The restored buildings of the Beaufort Historic Site will be open both days.

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ety of décor from Victorian antiques to Scandinavian modern in homes ranging in age from 246 years old to new construction. Featured homes on tour this year include: circa 1769 Warner House, home of Gordon & Beverly Smith; circa 1839 Capt. John Hill House, home of Frederick & Kelly Frobose; circa 1860 W.F. Bell House, home of Judy Adams; circa 1850 Leecraft House, home of Bill & Laura Mosier and David & Lynn Mosier; circa 1895 Dill House, home of Steve & Gail Bishop, and many others.

The tour weekend opens with a concert by the Purvis Chapel Choir, a first for the Old Homes Tour, on Thursday, June 25th at 7 pm at Purvis Chapel AME Zion Church at 215 Craven St. in Beaufort.

From its humble beginnings in the back of station wagons, the accompanying Antiques Show & Sale has grown to encompass more than 40 dealers from throughout the Southeast displaying furniture, silver, crystal, jewelry, linens, dolls and much more. Held at the Crystal Coast Civic Center in Morehead City from June 27-29, the show offers three days of great antiquing to fit any budget.

Tickets for the tour are $18 in advance and $20 at the door. Antiques Show and Sale tickets are $8 and good for all three days. Combination tickets are available for $24 in advance and $25 the days of the events. For more information call the BHA at 252728-5225, stop by the visitor’s center at 130 Turner St., or visit www.beauforthistoricsite.org.

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A beautiful walking waterfront is at the heart of this small seaport village, inviting visitors to forgo their cars for an up close and personal tour. Scenic strolls are highlighted by quaint shops, fine dining establishments and fiery red sunsets. No worry, there are plenty of spots to stop and sit along the way, giving everyone a chance to take in the scenery and perhaps a glance of the wild horses that roam Carrot Island, located just across Taylors Creek. Beaufort (pronounced “Bo-furt”), is well deserving of its “America’s Coolest Small Town” title bestowed in 2012 by Budget Travel.

Noted as North Carolina’s third oldest town, Beaufort residents have gone to great pains to retain a great deal of the seaport’s history and architecture. Leading that effort is the Beaufort Historical Association, which operates an historic site on Turner Street. Swing by the visitor’s center for a variety of information about the area.

Noted events include the Wine and Food Weekend in April, the NC Maritime Museum Wooden Boat Show in May and the Beaufort Old Homes and Gardens Tour in June. Details: www.beaufortnc.org.

down east Recognized as anything east of Beaufort, the small rural communities of Down East Carteret County have one thing in common – their dedication to preserving the heritage and culture of their region. Atlantic, Bettie, Cedar Island, Davis, Gloucester, Harkers Island, Lola, Marshallberg, Otway, Sea Level, Smyrna, Stacy, Straits and Williston are communities built around the water with a strong focus on fishing and boat building. It is the striking views of the water and its wildlife, however, that brings many visitors down this two-lane stretch of roadway. So many so that in 2009 Hwy 70 from Merrimon Road to Cedar Island was made part of the Outer Banks Scenic Byway.

On Harkers Island, you’ll find the National Park Service Visitor Center offering information on Cape Lookout Lighthouse and the Outer Banks. There are also marinas, campgrounds and accommodations, plus ferries and charter boat services available for visitors ready to hop over to the islands for the day.

At Cedar Island, travelers have the option of jumping on a state ferry to Ocracoke, a small village at the southern tip of the Outer Banks, and following the byway north.

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Offering a full calendar of special events and programs to keep visitors and residents excited about Beaufort’s rich history, the Beaufort Historic Site features 11 historic buildings and the town’s original burial site, the Old Burying Ground. At the site and beyond, the Beaufort Historical Association strives to document the lifestyles and customs of Beaufort’s past to preserve its historical identity for the future.

For more than 50 years, the organization has led the way in the restoration and preservation of some of the town’s most prestigious structures. The site itself includes 11buildings: the Courthouse of 1796, the oldest surviving wooden courthouse in the state; the apothecary shop, circa 1859; the Carteret County Jail, circa 1829; the Rustell House, circa 1732 and others, all enhanced by authentic artifacts.

Year-round, the BHA offers tours of the town on an authentic double-decker bus complete with interesting commentary by volunteer tour guides. It also offers a variety of seminars, volunteer opportunities and special events, including several of the town’s largest annual social engagements. From the educational Kindergarten Thanksgiving to the popular Old Homes & Gardens Tour held each June, there is always something on the horizon at the Beaufort Historic Site.

The Beaufort Historic Site is open from 9:30am-5pm Monday through Saturday and 10am-4pm during the off-season. Details: 252-728-5225 or www.beauforthistoricsite.org.

Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center

Found at the end of Island Road in Harkers Island, the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum strives to promote and preserve the Down East region’s valued heritage by showcasing the talents and skills of Down East residents. Preservation of the rural Eastern Carolina lifestyle is at its core, striving to document the history before it slips away.

With a focus on decoy carving, boat building, storytelling, oral history or the region, local writers, traditional music, food, hunting, fishing and other skills, the talent is bountiful Down East, and Waterfowl Museum is a great place to find samples of it all. The museum’s goal is to pass these community strengths on to the next generation, educating residents and visitors alike about the crucial role these talents have played through history. Many heritage programs and demonstrations are offered throughout the year and the site’s Waterfowl Weekend, held the first weekend each December, is not to be missed.

Admission is free. Details: 252-728-1500, www.coresound.com.

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NC Maritime Museum One of three maritime museums under the NC Dept. of Cultural Resources, this Beaufort site tells the tale of the waterfront town’s relationship with the water that surrounds it – from fishing and boat building to pirates and aquatic life.

The site was thrust into the spotlight in 2011 as it became home to one of the first permanent exhibit of artifacts raised from the vessel believed to be the Queen Anne’s Revenge, Blackbeard the Pirate’s flagship. Located in 1996 just outside of Beaufort Inlet, the Dept. of Cultural Resources and the museum have played a large role in funding the excavation and bringing the artifacts to the surface. New pieces are added regularly, making it a must-stop for visitors, even if they’ve been there before.

Free to visit, the museum features a variety of additional exhibits, from sea life and sailing to boat building and commercial fishing. Across the street, the Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center features an active boat and model shop, where visitors can observe the active construction of wooden boats, or take a class to learn how to build their own.

The museum is open from 9am-5pm, weekdays; 10am-5pm on Saturday; and 1-5pm on Sunday. For more information, call 252-728-7317 or visit ncmaritimemuseums.com.

Rachel Carson Reserve Teeming with wildlife and natural vegetation, this series of islands located across from the Beaufort waterfront is a component of the NC National Estuarine Research Reserve. Often referred to as Bird Shoals or Carrot Island by locals, it can only be accessed by boat. Comprised of salt marshes, salt flats, tidal flats and eelgrass beds, the reserve is a favorite place for beachcombing, swimming and sunbathing. More than 200 species of birds have been sighted on the reserve and a checklist of these feathered-friends is available.

Guided nature tours are offered from 8:30-10:30am, Tuesday and Thursday, June through August, including nature hikes and cruises offered by the Friends of the Reserve. Closed toe shoes, sunglasses, hats, water and sunscreen are recommended. Guests should be prepared to get their shoes wet and muddy, especially during the nature hikes. Tours are free, however, donations are graciously accepted. For more information, call 252-838-0883 or visit www.nccoastalreserve.net.

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Cape Lookout National Seashore Best known for its towering lighthouse covered in black and white diamonds, Cape Lookout National Seashore is a 56-mile stretch of North Carolina’s Outer Banks, spanning from Ocracoke Inlet to Beaufort Inlet. Three pristine barrier islands make up the national seashore – North Core Banks, South Core Banks and Shackleford Banks.

Accessible only by private boat or ferry, this incredible ribbon of sand hosts unparalleled fishing, shelling and a working lighthouse. The undeveloped seashore allows for true-to-nature camping, features a restored lighthouse keeper’s quarters, a boardwalk to the beach, daily ranger programs and facilities in summer. There are no lifeguards on the beaches or maintained roads.

North and South Core Banks, both noted for wonderful shelling, clamming and surf fishing, also offer rustic cabins as an alternative to camping from April through November. For those seeking to discover the seashore’s history, picturesque Portsmouth village, found at the northeastern tip of Core Banks, is a 250-acre uninhabited island community dating from 1753 and preserved as a national historic site. Exhibits in several of the historic buildings tell the history of this island community. Many visitors come to the National Seashore to view the black and white diagonal checkerboard-patterned Cape Lookout Lighthouse. A landmark since 1859, the lighthouse tower is maintained by the National Park Service. Visitors can climb the tower from mid-May to mid-September. On Shackleford Banks, history may wander past you in the form of the Shackleford Banks wild horses.

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connecting it to the beach. There are exhibits along the boardwalk and at the nearby Keepers’ Quarters Museum.

Exhibits focus on lighthouse history and early shipwrecks and rescues. The Light Station Visitor Center and the Keepers’ Quarters Museum are open to the public, April through November.

A Visitor Information Center is located on Front Street in Beaufort. Inside exhibits introduce visitors to the stories of the island communities, the lighthouse and other local history as well as some of the island wildlife. Ferry tickets for trips to Shackleford Banks may be purchased here.

The seashore’s main visitor center, located on Harkers Island. Exhibits tell the story of island communities, the US Life-Saving Service and other local history. An indoor theater offers a short film and the visitor center bookstore features books, tapes, videos and children’s items related to Cape Lookout National Seashore. A nature trail winds along the shore to an observation deck overlooking Core Sound.

Public restrooms and a nearby picnic area are available and wheelchair accessible. Ferry tickets for trips to the Cape Lookout Lighthouse may be purchased here.

For more information call 252-728-2250 or visit www. nps.gov/calo. For a complete listing of area ferries, charters, tours and cruises, see page 44.

All visitors should remember this is a remote, natural territory with no fast food, limited fresh water access and no lifeguards. Visitors and campers, remember to take whatever is needed to eat or drink, sun and insect lotions, hats and shoes and to bring out all that you carry in, including trash.

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REA D ER ’ S A W There’s no hiding the fact that the Crystal Coast is a lively hub of activity thanks to our wonderful attractions and our new and established businesses – from small intimate boutiques and restaurants to kayak rentals and inland cruises.

Each year Coaster Magazine likes to step back and celebrate the many businesses - both new and old - that keep the region bustling year round. And there is no way we can do that on our own! Thankfully, we have thousands of active readers who are eager to share their insight. Have a favorite dessert you’re dying to tell your friends about? A charter boat captain that knew all the secrets for catching the big ones? Now is the time to sound off!

Take a look at the categories on the following pages, making sure to fill in as many as you can, then tear it out and mail it to: NCCOAST Communications, Readers’ Awards, 201 North 17th St., Morehead City, NC 28557. We’re always happy to meet our readers, so if you would rather drop it by our office, that’s great too.

Snail mail not your thing? We’ve got you covered. Simply visit www.nccoast.com and click on “Readers’ Awards” in the slideshow. It’s as simple as that. No ink stained hands, no stamp to purchase … just a few easy clicks and you’re on your way.

No matter how you get the votes in, they must all be received no later than 5pm on Friday, Sept. 11.

The results will appear in our October/November edition of Coaster Magazine as well as on www. nccoast.com. Thanks for your help! We look forward to hearing from you!

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Golf enthusiasts rave about how Eastern North Carolina suits them to a tee as soon as they discover the terrific and unique courses of the Crystal Coast. Most courses take full advantage of the area’s natural beauty and are built around maritime forests or near the water.

When your eye’s not on the ball or focused on the hole, the Crystal Coast’s courses and their natural surroundings are sights to be seen.

Spring and fall are considered two of the favorite times for golfing in the area with sunny days and cooler temps, but golfing is truly a year-round attraction in Eastern North Carolina as our terrific climate allows for play almost any time.

Most courses feature clubhouses, resident pros, well-equipped pro shops and are open to the public at great rates. All you have to do is call for a tee time. And if you’re a Crystal Coast resident and golfer, ask about the courses’ benefit tournaments held throughout the year. The community is always looking for teams and individuals for tournament play to benefit local organizations.

Featured here are some of the best local courses when it comes to North Carolina’s “golf coast.”

Bear Trail Golf Club

444 Harris Creek Road, Jacksonville 910-346-8160

Brandywine Bay Golf Club 177 Brandywine Blvd., Morehead City 252-247-2541

Country Club of the Crystal Coast 152 Oakleaf Drive, Pine Knoll Shores 252-726-1034

North River Club

300 Links Drive, Beaufort 252-728-5525

Silver Creek Golf Resort 601 Peletier Loop Road, Swansboro 252-393-8058

Star Hill Golf Club

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NC FERRY SCHEdule Call 1-800-BY-FERRY or visit www.ncferry.org

for updated information and rates. See ncferry.org for additional ferry schedules for the Currituck-Knotts Island ferry and Southport-Fort Fisher ferry.

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Name of driver & type of vehicle are required when making reservations.

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20 minutes - 30 cars Year-Round Depart Cherry Branch 5:00 AM ------- 5:45 AM 6:15 AM 6:45 AM 7:15 AM 7:45 AM 8:30 AM 9:00 AM 10:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:30 AM 12:00 PM 12:30 PM 1:30 PM 2:00 PM 2:30 PM 3:00 PM 3:30 PM 4:00 PM 4:30 PM 5:00 PM 5:30 PM ------- 6:30 PM ------- 7:30 PM ------- 8:30 PM ------- 10:00 PM ------- 12:00 AM -------

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OCRACOKEHATTERAS 60 minutes - 30 cars Year-Round Jan. 1 - May 6 Oct. 8 - Dec. 31 Departs Hatteras and Ocracoke every hour, 5 AM-Midnight.

May 6 - Sept. 21 Depart Depart Ocracoke Hatteras 5:00 AM 6:25 AM 7:25 AM 8:45 AM 9:45 AM 10:10 AM 10:25 AM 11:05 AM 11:10 AM 11:55 AM 12:05 PM 12:30 AM 12:45 1:25 PM 1:30 PM 2:15 PM 2:25 PM 2:50 PM 3:05 PM 3:45 PM 3:50 PM 4:35 PM 4:45 PM 5:10 PM 5:25 PM 6:10 PM 6:45 PM 6:55 PM 7:30 PM 7:45 PM 8:00 PM 8:30 PM 9:15 PM 9:30 PM 10:30 PM MIDNIGHT

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TOURNAMENT TRAIL

It’s time to start planning a 2015 fishing trip!

JUNE

Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament. NC Governor’s Cup Series Tournament with prizes for marlin releases and weigh-ins for tuna, dolphin and wahoo. Total prize money tops $1 million. Weigh-ins on the Morehead City waterfront. Details: 252-247-3575 or www.thebigrock.com.

CCCF Spanish Mackerel/Dolphin Fishing Tournament. Carteret Community College Foundation tourney helps raise funds for college programs and scholarships. Weigh-in is slated at The Boathouse in Beaufort, a sponsor of the event. Details: Wes Daniels, 252-222-6222.

JULY

Barta Boys and Girls Club Billfish Tournament. NC Governor’s Cup Series Tournament set on the Beaufort waterfront with prizes for marlin releases and weigh-ins for tuna, dolphin and wahoo. Kid-friendly event offers low entry fees, trophies instead of prize money and junior angler prizes. Details: 252-808-2286 or www.bartabillfish.com.

numbers to know Emergency Help. . . . . . . . . . . . 911 NC Hwy Patrol. . . . . . . . . 726-5766 AAA Carolinas. . . . . . 800-477-4222 Carteret General Hospital . 808-6000

Police Departments Atlantic Beach. . . . . . . . . 726-2523 Beaufort. . . . . . . . . . . . . 728-4561 Cape Carteret. . . . . . . . . 393-2183 Emerald Isle. . . . . . . . . . 354-2021 Indian Beach. . . . . . . . . . 247-6700 Morehead City. . . . . . . . . 726-3131 Pine Knoll Shores . . . . . . 247-2474

Onslow Bay Spanish Mackerel Tournament. With an entry fee of $75 per vessel, it’s hard to beat this one-day tournament in Swansboro.

Junior angler awards are also presented. Details: www.obsfc.us.

Swansboro. . . . . . . . 910-326-3101

Ducks Unlimited Band the Billfish Tag and Release Tournament.

NC Governor’s Cup Series Tournament with prizes for marlin releases and weigh-ins for tuna, dolphin and wahoo. Weigh-ins at Big Rock Landing on the Morehead City waterfront. Details: 252-237-3717 or www. bandthebillfish.com.

EMS, Evacuation. . . . . . . 728-8470

CCCF Spanish Mackerel/Dolphin Fishing Tournament. Carteret Community College Foundation tourney helps raise funds for college programs and scholarships. Weigh-in is slated at The Boathouse in Beaufort, a sponsor of the event. Details: Wes Daniels, 252-222-6222.

AUGUST

Onslow Bay Open King Mackerel Tournament. Organized by The Reel Outdoors, this annual tournament is sanctioned by the Southern Kingfish Association. Details: www.obokmt.us.

Sneads Ferry Rotary King Mackerel Tournament. Registration is held at New River Marina in Sneads Ferry, along with a variety of associated events. Details: www.sneadsferryrotary.com.

Hurricane Information American Red Cross . . . . 637-3405 National Weather Service . 223-5327 City/Town Halls Atlantic Beach. . . . . . . . . 726-2121 Beaufort. . . . . . . . . . . . . 728-2141 Emerald Isle. . . . . . . . . . 654-3424 Indian Beach. . . . . . . . . . 247-3344 Morehead City. . . . . . . . . 726-6848 Newport. . . . . . . . . . . . . 223-4749 Pine Knoll Shores . . . . . . 247-4353

Topsail Inshore Challenge. This Topsail based tournament features two divisions – red drum and flounder. Registration at East Coast Sports and weigh-ins at Sears Landing. Details: 910-409-8379.

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Highlights

Coastal Discovery Day Camps

Taking place from 9am-4pm on June 29-July2, this annual camp offered by the NC Coastal Federation, is a great way to give rising 4th-6th graders a keen understanding of our coastal environment.

The cost is $160 per child. Early drop off and late pick up is available for an additional fee. Day campers will learn about coastal ecosystems and ecology through hands-on activities Hammocks Beach State Park. Participants should bring their own lunch, but snacks and water will be provided. Participants should wear or bring clothes that will get wet, closed-toe shoes (required), a towel and a hat or sunscreen.

Additional programs are planned for July 6-10, July 20-24 and July 27-31. To register, call the NC Coastal Federation office at 252-393-8185.

Movies Return to the Beach

Everyone is welcome to do some stargazing in Atlantic Beach each Wednesday night this summer during the family-friendly outdoor movie series at the Circle.

This season, the town is offering free films for the community to enjoy. Guests are welcome to bring chairs, blankets and other comfort items.

Movies are free to the public and will begin at dusk at approximately 8:30pm on Wednesday nights from June 10 through Aug. 12. The movies range from G to PG in rating, and are acceptable for all ages. June movies include “Willie Wonka & the Chocolate Factory” (10th), “Hook” (17th) and “Jurassic Park (24th). For more information, visit www.atlanticbeach-nc.com. www.nccoast.com

Arts in Swansboro

Art, storytelling, sand and wine are all components of this year’s Swansboro Arts by the Sea, scheduled for 9am on Saturday, June 13 on the downtown waterfront. Artisans will line the streets with pottery, jewelry, paintings, stained glass, fiber, carvings, photography, sculpture, metal work and more. The juried show represents some of the finest crafters from North and South Carolina, Virginia and more. Art is also showcased through live performances at this event, so expect belly dancing, martial arts and choral groups performing.

Due to the large volume of pedestrian traffic, guests are asked to leave their pets, bicycles and skateboards at home. For more information, visit www.swansborofestivals.com or call 910-326-7370.

Road Race Planned in Beaufort Runners, walkers and baby joggers have traversed the Beaufort waterfront for more than 30 years to raise money for scholarships for high school seniors throughout Carteret County. This year marks the 36th Historic Beaufort Road Race, sponsored annually by the Beaufort Old Towne Rotary. This year’s event is sched-

uled for Saturday, July 18 on Front Street.

The race includes 5K, 10K and 1-mile runs, 10K and 5K wheelchair, 5K baby jogger, 5K & 1-mile timed walks and the Sea Dog walk. The 10K and 5K courses are certified, with timing and results by East Carolina Road Racing.

Registration before July 15 is $25 for an individual, $56 for a family, and registration beginning on July 16 costs $31 for an individual, $71 for a family. Registration for the Sea Dog Walk is only open on race day and costs $16. Individual registration fees include entry into one event and one T-shirt. Family registration covers event entry for two adults and all children under the age

of 18 living in the same household. For more information, visit www.beaufortroadrace.com.

Kayaking,Yoga on Jones Island

Enjoy a day getting more in tune with nature with the NC Coastal Federation during the Jones Island Kayak and Yoga Trips, occurring on Saturday, June 20 and Aug. 8. The trip runs from 9am to noon and departs from the Cedar Point Wildlife Landing in the Croatan National Forest off Hwy 58.

Join April Clark, owner of Second Wind Eco Tours, and yoga instructor Michelle Thornell as you paddle from the wildlife landing to Jones Island. Depending on wind and tide, it’s usually an easy 20-30 minute paddle, suitable for beginning adult paddlers.

Bring your own kayak, or rent one for the trip. With a kayak rental, the cost is $35 for federation members, $45 for nonmembers. If you bring your own vessel, the cost is $20 for federation members, $30 for nonmembers. Be sure to bring bottled water, towel, hat or visor, sun block, water shoes and sunglasses. To register, email info@secondwindecotours.com or call 910-3253600.

Independence on the Coast

From Beaufort to Emerald Isle, the Crystal Coast towns all celebrate Independence Day in their own way.

From parades to concerts, and festivals to fireworks, plan ahead to catch as much of the fun as possible.

Morehead City Parks and Recreation Dept. presents The Main Event Band on the Morehead City waterfront on July 4. From 7-9pm, the tunes will flow well ahead of the fireworks, giving visitors the chance to be entertained while grabbing a great seat at Jaycee Park for the nighttime event. The Morehead City fireworks are set to go off at 9pm and can be enjoyed from any vantage point on the waterfront. It’s best to arrive early to get a good spot.

Beaufort takes an old-fashioned approach to the holidays with families, businesses and clubs taking to the street for the annual Fourth of July parade. Line the streets and watch the patriotic floats at 11am then head to the Carteret County Courthouse for free ice cream.

Along Bogue Banks, Atlantic Beach and Emerald Isle host fireworks displays. Atlantic Beach holds its event at the Circle, with parking around the circle. The town recommends carpooling, walking or biking to help with traffic congestion.

The Emerald Isle Fireworks are launched off the Bogue Inlet Pier. Parking is available at the pier and along Hwy 58. The display begins at 9pm and should be visible from Bogue Sound and the Intracoastal Waterway.

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Sea & Do ly kite fliers 10am Sundays at Fort Macon State Park, hosted by Kites Unlimited, a great place for kites, toys, gifts & more in Atlantic Station Shopping Center, kites-birdstuff.com.

NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

Charters, Cruises, Marinas & Tours Capt. Stacy IV

416 Atlantic Beach Cswy., Atlantic Beach 252-247-7501 (Map #21) Docked at the Capt. Stacy Fishing Center on the Atlantic Beach Causeway, 83-ft. air-conditioned vessel, leaves for the Gulf Stream at 6am; 24-hr. trips to the Gulf Stream, call for reservations, MC/V/DC.

Lookout Cruises

600 Front St., Beaufort 252-504-7245 (Map #70) Offering daily sailing excursions from historic Beaufort for up to 42 passengers on a 45-foot catamaran with cushioned seating, plenty of shade and large clean restrooms on board. Whether it’s two people, a family outing, tour group or business party, Lookout Cruises offers a memorable sail, complete with cool breezes, saltwater and breathtaking scenery.

Family Fun

Emerald Isle Beach & Pool Club

101 Dolphin Ridge Road, Emerald Ise 252-241-5302 (Map #47) Emerald Isle’s only private beach club. Weekly and seasonal memberships available. Private beach access, swimming pool, tennis courts, shower and changing facilities, game room, full ABC permits and gourmet eatery for the convenience of members. Visit emeraldislebeachclub.com.

Kites Unlimited

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1 Roosevelt Blvd., Pine Knoll Shores 252-247-4003 (Map #32) At Mile Marker 7, dive into adventure at the new NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Explore shipwrecks without getting wet. Look a 350-pound shark in the eye. Touch a stingray. Watch river otters play; 38 exhibits depicting NC’s aquatic environments “from the mountains to the sea.” In the 306,000-gallon Living Shipwreck exhibit, fierce-looking sand tiger sharks up to 8 feet in length, schools of fishes & many other creatures glide around a three-quarter scale replica of a sunken submarine. Other highlights include a 32-foot waterfall, cypress swamp, lionfish, jellyfish, octopus & two touch tanks. Fishing lessons, boat trips & other adventures are now available – check the website for the full schedule or see Coaster’s calendar of events for programs & dates. Regular hours, 9am-5pm daily.

Admission, $10.95 (ages 13-61); $9.95 age 62 & over; $8.95 ages 3-12. Children age 2 & under and members of the NC Aquariums admitted free. Annual memberships, $60 family; $40 individual, ncaquariums.com.

Professor Hacker’s Lost Treasure Golf & Raceway

976 Salter Path Road, Salter Path 252-247-3024 (Map #46) Features go-carts, mini-golf, bumper boats, arcade & mining train, adventure & thrills galore for the entire family.

At Mile Marker 10.3.

Tryon Palace

529 S. Front St., New Bern 252-639-3500 Vividly educational and affordable, Tryon Palace puts history at your fingertips. From the Governor’s Palace and surrounding historic homes to stunning gardens and interactive exhibits at the NC History Center, a visit to Tryon Palace is a living history experience like no other.

Wine & Design

412 Evans St. #B, Morehead City 252-646-7378 (Map #9) Get your art buzz on with Wine & Design studio classes, bachelorette parties, team building, kids’ camps, fundraisers, girls night out and more. Learn to paint your own masterpiece with step by step directions while sharing a bottle of wine with friends. Location also features special kid’s classes and summer camp programs. Family friendly atmosphere on the Morehead City waterfront.

Get in the Groove

Summer Beat Outdoor Concerts Begin Along Crystal Coast

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here’s a lot to be said for sitting outside in the warm salt air, a slight breeze rippling your hair as you enjoy the sounds of live music drifting along on the breeze. Sun, sand and music? Too much to ask for? Not on the Crystal Coast. Each summer free concert series spring to life from Morehead City to Swansboro showcasing the wealth of local talent found along our shores.

Downtown Morehead City Revitalization’s Alive at Five program holds concerts twice a month. The concerts are held at Jaycee Park on the Morehead City waterfront and begin at 5pm. For more information, call 252-808-0440 or visit www.downtownmoreheadcity.com.

Also using Jaycee Park as the backdrop is the Morehead City Parks and Recreation Dept., which holds a concert each Saturday night through August, with a bonus performance on July 4. Concerts run from 7-8:30pm. To learn more, call 252-726-5083.

Amidst a beautiful historic backdrop, the Friends of Fort Macon bring music to the fort at 7pm on various Fridays evenings throughout the summer. For more information, call 252-726-3775.

At the other end of Bogue Banks, Emerald Isle’s EmeraldFest music series takes full advantage of those ocean breezes at the Western Ocean Regional Beach Access. Music runs from 6:30-8pm each Thursday through Aug. 20. To learn more, call 252-3546350.

Neighboring Swansboro holds its own concert series, aptly named SwanFest. Running Sunday evenings through Sept. 13, concerts are held from 6:308pm at the pavilion at Olde Town Square along the downtown waterfront.

For any of the concerts mentioned, lawn chairs, blankets and other comfort items are welcome. Alcohol is prohibited although guests are welcome to bring non-alcoholic beverages and snacks to enjoy.

Alive at Five June 5 – Punch June 19 – Attractions Band July 3 – Mikele Buck Band July 17 – Spare Change Aug. 7 – Band of Oz Aug. 21 – Jupiter Jones Sept. 4 - North Tower Band

July 26 - Jon Shain Aug. 2 – Selah Dubb Aug. 9 – Spare Change Aug. 16 – Samantha Casey Aug. 23 – Wild Honey Aug. 30 - Pure T Mommicked Sept. 6 – Chris Cavanaugh Sept. 13 – Scearce & Ketner

EmeraldFest June 18 – Pure T Mommicked June 25 – Selah Dubb July 2 – 4EverAll July 9 – Justin Castellano July 16 – Wild Honey July 23 – Outer Banks Philharmonic July 30 – Now and Then Aug. 6 – Scearce & Ketner Aug. 13 – Naked Knees Aug. 20 – Big Drink

Jaycee Park June 6 – The Backbeat June 13 – Seaside Band June 20 – 4EverAll June 27 – Calico Creek Bluegrass Band July 5 – Air National Guard Band July 11 – Central Park Band July 18 – Donald Thompson Band July 25 – Outer Banks Philharmonic Aug. 1 – Thrillbillies Aug. 8 – Big Drink Music Co. Aug. 15 – Pure T Mommicked Aug. 22 – Wild Honey Aug. 29 – Freeway

SwanFest June 7 – Liverpool June 14 – Orion June 21 – Old Man Whickutt June 28 – Notorious Clamslammers July 3 – Band of the South July 4 – Band of Oz July 5 – Marine Corps Band July 12 – Trophy Husbands July 19 - Spongetones

Concert at the Fort June 12 – Unknown Tongues June 26 – Scearce & Ketner July 10 – Wild Honey July 17 – Morehead Brass July 31 – 4EverAll Aug. 7 – Samantha Casey & the Bluegrass Jam Coaster

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Good buys Art, Crafts & Home:

Arts & Things 704 Evans St., Morehead City 252-140-1979 (Map #5)The only art supply store on the Morehead City waterfront features supplies, classes and workshops for the artists, custom framing, fine art printing and work by a variety of local artists. Visit www.arts-things.com.

Handscapes Gallery 410 Front St., Beaufort 252-728-6805 (Map #78) Featuring fine arts and crafts on the waterfront in historic Beaufort.

The gallery promotes American traditions in pottery, jewelry and glasswork with an emphasis on North Carolina artists.

Over 200 artists are represented in a full range of work from the traditional to the contemporary in pottery, glass, jewelry, metal, wood and other media www.handscapesgallery.com, handscapes@gmail.com.

Own Sweet Time 5370-E Hwy 70, Morehead City 252-646-5084 (Map #10) Retail shop with creative and unique furniture, jewelry, art, home décor, ladies and little girls clothing, corn hole boards, 18-inch doll furniture and wooden boats to name a few. On-site craft classes including knitting, jewelry and sewing.

Sea Classics Trading & Interiors 1308 Arendell St., Morehead City 252-622-4892 (Map #6) Offering unique home furnishings, décor and nautical accessories for your home and beyond. Great gift ideas. Visit www.seaclassicsfurniture.com.

Books & Gifts:

Beach Book Mart Atlantic Station, Atlantic Beach 252-240-5655 (Map #25) Features the largest selection of books on the beach including bestsellers, local books, children’s, cookbooks, crafts, magazines & many more.

The Book Shop 4915 Arendell St., Morehead City 50

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252-240-1163 (Map #7) Located beside Kmart, offering a broad selection of new & used books in all categories; new books discounted including special orders. Used books include paperbacks, hard covers with extensive selection of old & rare books and a large children’s area with table & chairs.

We accept trades & buy estate books.

Come in & browse.

Dee Gee’s Gifts & Books 508 Evans St., Morehead City 252-726-3314 (Map #1) Located on the waterfront, store features a fine selection of greeting cards, paperback & hardback books, Byer’s Choice carolers, jewelry, toys, nautical charts, original paintings & prints, china, gifts, open every day, free gift wrap, will ship anywhere, 800-DEEGEES (333-4337).

Kites Unlimited & Bird Stuff, Etc. 1010 W. Fort Macon Road Atlantic Beach 252-247-7011 (Map #28) Located in Atlantic Station, Atlantic Beach, this dual store offers quality kites & windsocks, stunt kites, unique games and puzzles, kite accessories, flags, banners and more, while also catering to the bird enthusiast.

Find bird feeders, pre-mixed or mixyour-own seeds, houses, supplies & more.

Tilley hats, Sloggers and more, all in one convenient location.

Clothing & Accessories:

Gigi & Co. 1013 Arendell St., Morehead City 252-773-0394 (Map #8) Morehead City’s newest resale shop focuses on clothing, shoes and accessories for men, women and children.

Stop by the browse the ever-changing merchandise.

Harbor Specialties 437 Front St., Beaufort 252-838-0059 (Map #75) Offers “nautical but nice” fine gifts & clothing. Featuring the Tilley Hat, Vera Bradley bags & accessories with complimentary monogramming, Tervis Tumblers, Dubarry deck shoes, Chelsea

clocks & barometers, boat models & ready to embroider Adams Caps. Does custom embroidery & logos in-house. Bring in yours, www.harborspecialties.com.

Island Essentials Linen & Leisure Supply Co. 208 Bogue Inlet Drive, Emerald Isle 252-354-8887 (Map #55) High quality baby & beach gear rental equipment with free delivery & pick-up to your vacation home. Also bed & bath linen service. Visit the new showroom, 8002 Emerald Drive, by appointment only.

Services available year-round, reserve ahead to ensure availability, 888-3988887, info@island-essentials.com.

Island Proper Outfitters 431 Front St., Beaufort 252-838-1576 (Map #29) This expansion of Island Traders allows the owners to carry more of the brands you love to wear. Find a great selection of Dansko, Merrell, Mountain Khakis, Collard Greens, Patagonia, Olukai, Smith, Maui Jim, Vineyard Vines and much more. Coming Soon: Island Proper – a ladies boutique brining names like Escapada, Ark & Co., Hobo, Judith March, Sail to Sable, Jack Rogers and many more.

Island Proper Boutique 431 Front St., Beaufort 252-504-3000 (Map #71) From “offshore to the dance floor” Island Proper is the only stop you need, whether shopping for vacation or every day. Featuring Escapada, Sail to Sable, Annie Griffin, Hobo, Ellen & Ollie, Julie Brown and much more.

Island Traders 421 Front St., Beaufort 252-504-3000 Atlantic Station, Atlantic Beach 252-240-2825 (Map #29) The store that started it all! Find great names at great prices.

Featuring Costa Del Mar, Reef Sanuk, O’Neill and Keen. Also check out the huge selection of T-shirts and accessories. Visit www.beaufortislandtraders.com.

Kitty Hawk Kites 419 Front St., Beaufort 252-728-6670 (Map #76) Your vacation outfitter,

Melly M, Mud Pie, Lisette & Wild Palms.

Great selection of beach bags, cover ups, shoes & accessories.

Second to None 4370 Arendell St., Morehead City 252-240-2002 (Map #34) In the Pelletier Harbor Shops, Second to None features women’s brand name clothing & accessories sizes 0 to 2X. Casual to formal wear, shoes, jewelry & handbags. Original artwork, also available. Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm.

Top it Off Boutique 8700 Emerald Plantation, Suite 7, Emerald Isle 252-354-7111.

(Map #62) Experience the difference – offering unique gifts, jewelry, clothing, accessories, shoes and much more. Whimsical and fun gifts for all occasions.

Gourmet Items & Edibles:

Atlantic Beach Seafood Market 211-A Atlantic Beach Cswy., Atlantic Beach 252-247-2430 (Map #24) The only fresh seafood market in Atlantic Beach; fresh daily, shrimp, crabmeat, scallops, lobster tails, crab legs, tuna, grouper, mahi, trigger, flounder, salmon, special orders & more; locals’ choice for best seafood. Family operated by Sonya Willis, owner. Tackle outlet.

carrying a large selection of kites, toys and apparel including Southern Tide, Salt Life, Quicksilver, Fripp & Folly, Life is Good and more.

Periwinkles of Beaufort 510 Front St., Beaufort 252-504-2002 (Map #77) Ladies casual clothing and beachwear, perfect for vacation or every day. Brands include Escapada and Barbara Gerwit and more. Be sure to check out the jewelry, accessories and gift items.

Sandi’s Beachwear 417 W. Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach 252-726-4812 (Map #27) Emphasizes women’s specialty swimwear, sizes 4-24, long torso, special cup sizes A-G, & mastectomy.

Separates by Sunsets, Tara Grinna, Sea Wave. Also swimwear by Trina Turk, Ralph Lauren, Kate Spade, Kenneth Cole, Nautica, La Blanca, Miraclesuit, Tommy Bahama, Gottex. Just the right suit for every size & preference. Casual wear by Escapada, Elliott Lauren, Jude Connally, Nomadic Traders, Britt Ryan, Elizabeth McKay, Foxcroft, Miracle Body,Gretchen Scott, Tyler Boe, Hatley, Sail to Sable,

Ginny Gordon’s 1011 Arendell St., Morehead City 252-726-6661 (Map #4) Specializing in cookware, aprons, gadgets, knives, cookbooks & everything else for the cook. Great gift ideas.

Transportation:

Coastal Carolina Regional Airport 200 Terminal Drive, New Bern (Map #2) Close, convenient & connected – the closest airport to the beach is now offering more airlines for more convenience: US Airways Express & Delta Connection Service provided

by Atlantic Southeast Airlines. Visit NewBernAirport.com for more info.

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Perfect stay

CITY KEY AB BE CC CI CP EI HI

Atlantic Beach Beaufort Cape Carteret Cedar Island Cedar Point Emerald Isle Harkers Island

MHC Morehead City NE Newport OT Otway PKS Pine Knoll Shores SP Salter Path SW Swansboro

Hotels, Motels and Resorts Atlantis Lodge 123 Salter Path Road, PKS 252-726-5168 Beaufort Harbour Suites 313 Cedar Street, BE 252-728-3483 Beaufort Inn 101 Ann St., BE 252-728-2600 Best Western Silver Creek Inn 801 Cedar Point Blvd., EI 252-393-9015 Bogue Inlet Motel 120 Bogue Inlet Drive, EI 252-354-3406 Bogue Shores Suites 1918 W. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-726-7071 Caribbe Inn 309 E. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-726-0051 The Clamdigger Inn 511 Salter Path Road, PKS 252-247-4155 (Map #31) The site offers all oceanfront rooms with full amenities. Refrigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, hair dryers, irons, ironing boards, private balconies, restaurant, lounge, pool, hot tub, summer pool bar and meeting and banquet facilities, clamdiggerinn.com.

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Hollowell’s Motel 108 E. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-726-5227

Waterway Inn 160 Cedar Point Blvd., CC 252-393-8027.

Inlet Inn 601 Front St., BE 252-728-3600

Whaler Inn Beach Club 3600 Salter Path Road, AB 252-247-4169

The Islander Suites 102 Islander Drive, EI 800-367-3381

William & Garland Motel 1185 Salter Path Road, SP 252-247-3733.

Core Creek Lodge 307 Core Creek Road, BE 252-728-4500

Island Inn 215 W. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-726-3780

Econo Lodge Crystal Coast 3410 Bridges St., MHC 252­-247-2940 (Map #3) Offering clean, spacious rooms with free local calls and long distance, free continental breakfast and free high speed internet access.

Refrigerators, microwaves and coffee makers available. Complimentary fax and copy service, special government and military discounts, SCUBA diving and fishing discounts available. AAA approved. Atlantic Ocean only 2 miles away.

Oak Grove Motel 1305 Salter Path Road, SP 252-247-3533

Fisherman’s Inn 200 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252-726-2273 Hampton Inn 215 Old Hammock Road, SW 910-325-9000 Hampton Inn 4035 Arendell St., MHC 252-240-2300 Hampton Inn & Suites 118 Salter Path Road, PKS 252-247-5118 Harkers Island Fishing Center 1002 Island Road, HI 252­-728-3907 Holiday Inn Express 5063 Executive Drive, MHC 252-241-5001

Oceanana Family Resort 700 E. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-726-4111 Oceanview Inn 122 Fairview Drive, EI 252-354-2755 Palm Suites 602 W. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-247-6400 Parkerton Inn 1184 Hwy. 58, CC 252-393-9000 Quality Inn 3100 Arendell St., MHC 252-247-3434 Rusty Pelican Inn 8104 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-3450 Sand Dollar Motel 101 Henderson Blvd., AB 252-726-4106.

Sandpiper Motel 200 E. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-726-3148 Sands Villas 1400 E. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-247-0519 Seahawk Inn & Villas 105 Salter Path Road, AB 252-726-4146

Windjammer Inn 103 Salter Path Road, AB 252-247-7123

Condos & Cottages

A Place at the Beach 1904 East Fort Macon Road, AB 252-247-0906 Atlantic Beach Realty 513 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252-240-7368 (Map #23) In the Causeway Shopping Center featuring cottage and condo sales and rentals, atlanticbeachrealty.net, call 800-786-7368 for a free brochure or visit www.atlanticbeachrealty.net.

Atlantic Sun Properties 205 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252­-808-2786 At Wave’s Edge Real Estate and Rentals 700 Arendell St., Ste. 2, MHC 252-808-2903 Beaufort Realty 325 Front St., BE 252-728-5462 Bluewater Real Estate 200 Mangrove Drive, EI 610 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 866-429-2578 (Map #22) Offers more than 900 vacation rental homes and condos on Bogue Banks from Atlantic Beach to Emerald Isle.

Stay with Bluewater for a week, a month, a year or a lifetime with vacation, monthly and annual rentals available and a fullservice real estate office. Blue-

water Real Estate and Vacation Rentals has been voted Coaster Readers’ choice since 2006.

Vacation rentals, 866-429-2578 and real estate, 888-354-2128.

See website for specials or to browse properties, www.bluewatercoaster.com.

Gull Isle Realty 611 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252-726-7679

Cannon & Gruber Realtors 509 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252-726-6600 (Map #20) Beach vacation sales or rentals, user-friendly online booking at cannongruber. com, 800-317-2866.

Realty World-First Coast Realty 407 Atlantic Beach Cswy., Ste. 1, AB 252-247-1000 (Map #17) With additional offices in Indian Beach and Beaufort, Realty World First Coast specializes in coastal real estate along the Crystal Coast.

The right agent makes all the difference. Find yours by calling 252-247-0077, 252-728-6455 or 252-247-1000 or visiting www. realtyworldfirstcoast.com.

CENTURY 21 Coastland 7603 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-2131 (Map #49) Offers weekly, monthly and annual rentals as well as residential, commercial sales, www.coastland.com or toll-free 800-822-2121.

Colony by the Sea 855 Salter Path Road, SP 252-247-3131 Deanna Hull Realty 697 Atlantic Beach Cswy., Ste. 103, AB 252-240-0273 Emerald Isle Realty 7501 Emerald Drive, EI 866-586-6980 (Map #48) Has been handing out keys to vacationers since 1962. Enjoy staying in one of their cozy vintage cottages, a condo resort or an elegantly furnished Sand Castle with a pool or elevator. They offer amenities and adventurous packages to please all family members, including pets. Going above and beyond the call of duty for customers is an everyday occurrence. Visa/MC accepted, 800-849-3315, www. emeraldislerealty.com.

Front Street Village 2400 Lennoxville Road, BE 252-838-1524

Jo Ann Mangum Coastal Vacation Rentals 222 Pintail Lane, HI 252-728-5013

Shorewood Real Estate 7703 Emerald Drive, EI 888-557-0172

Watson-Matthews Real Estate 9102 Coast Guard Road, RI 252-354-2872 York Properties 4747 Arendell St., MHC 252-648-8167

Bed & Breakfast Ann Street Inn 707 Ann St., BE 877-266-7814

Cape Lookout B&B 349 Bayview Drive, HI 252-728-3662 Cedars Inn 305 Front St., BE 252-838-1463 County Home B&B 299 Hwy. 101, BE 252-728-4611

Cousin Martha’s B&B 305 Turner St., BE 252-728-3917 Davis Shore B&B 811 Hwy 70, Davis 252-241-4010 The Langdon House 135 Craven St., BE 252-728-5499 The Lighthouse Inn 2300 Bridges St., MHC 252-247-3133 Old Seaport Inn 217 Turner St., BE 252-728-4300 Otway House 68 Hwy 70 East, OT 252-728-5636 Pecan Tree Inn 116 Queen St., BE 252-728-6733

Spectrum Properties 515 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252-247-7610 Spinnaker’s Reach 9918 M.B. Davis Court, EI 800-245-7746 Sun-Surf Realty 7701 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-2958 (Map #50) Come for a week – stay for a lifetime. Over 300 resort rentals on the Crystal Coast. Rentals, 866-829-6849, 252-354-2658; sales, 877698-3194, 252-354-2958. View rental and sales properties at www.sun-surf.com.

Surfside Realty 204 Sandpiper Drive, NE 252-726-0950 Windward Dunes 801 Salter Path Road, SP 252-247-7545

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CITY KEY AB BE CC CI CP EI HI

Atlantic Beach Beaufort Cape Carteret Cedar Island Cedar Point Emerald Isle Harkers Island

MHC Morehead City NE Newport OT Otway PKS Pine Knoll Shores SP Salter Path SW Swansboro

The following restaurants are listed alphabetically.

Call to verify hours, especially during off season.

Map #’s refer to restaurant locations on our maps, indexed alphabetically by advertiser in each area

ATLANTIC BEACH & BOGUE BANKS 4 Corners Diner 100 E. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-240-8855

Amos Mosquito’s 703 E. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-247-6222 Bella Pizza & Subs 311 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252-247-4702 Big Oak Drive-In and Bar-B-Q Hwy 58, SP 252-247-2588 BT’s Bar & Grill 413 W. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-247-4466 Channel Marker 718 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252-247-2344 (Map #18) The only restaurant overlooking Bogue Sound at the foot of the bridge, offers fine hospitality in its waterfront atrium lounge & adjacent dining room, largest outside dining area on the beach, fresh seafood, steamed or grilled, & Black Angus beef, open 7 days a week for dinner at 5pm, lounge opens at 4pm. Open for lunch Sat. & Sun. at 11am. Catering available, ample boat dockage. MC/V/D/ AE. No checks, no reservations, all ABC. Banquet, business function facilities.

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China King 1010 W. Fort Macon Road #23, AB 252-808-3383 Clamdigger Restaurant 511 Salter Path Road, PKS 252-247-4155 (Map #31) Features local fresh seafood, homemade dinners of the South, diet fare & daily breakfast, lunch & dinner specials; oceanfront Cutty Sark Lounge has daily drink specials & DJ on weekends, clamdiggerinn.com.

Crab Shack 146 Headen Lane, SP 252-247-3444 Crab’s Claw 201 W. Atlantic Blvd., AB 252-726-8222 El Zarape Mexican Restaurant 204 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252-727-9410 Frank & Clara’s 1440 Salter Path Road, SP 252-247-2788 Frost Seafood House 1300 Salter Path Road, SP 252-247-3202 Island Grille 401 Money Island Drive, AB 252-240-0000

Kelli’s at the Beach 1010 W. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-773-0022 (Map #19) The newest restaurant on the beach, featuring delectable cuts of beef and fresh local seafood. An array of nightly specials, including buy one get one free nights. Open daily for dinner at 5pm, except Tuesday.

Open for lunch Saturday and Sunday.

McCurdy’s On Moonlight Bay 505 Atlantic Beach Cswy., AB 252-808-3663 Monkey Bar & Grill 1010 W. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-726-2552 New York Deli Causeway Shopping Center, AB 252-726-0111 Port of Call 1160 Salter Path Road, SP 252-222-7677 Resort Grill 1400 E. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-240-3176 Roma Pizza & Subs 100 Charlotte Ave., AB 252-247-2020

BEAUFORT & DOWN EAST Aqua 114 Middle Lane, BE 252-728-7777 Beaufort Cafe 817 Cedar St., BE 252-728-4400 Beaufort Grocery Co. 117 Queen St., BE 252-728-3899 Blackbeard’s Grill & Grog 1644 Live Oak St., BE 252-728-3335 Blue Moon Bistro 119 Queen St., BE 252-728-5800 Captain’s Choice Restaurant 977 Harkers Island Road, HI 252-728-7122 Cedars Inn Restaurant 305 Front St., BE 252-838-1463 Clawson’s 1905 Restaurant & Pub 425 Front St., BE 252-728-2133

Shark Shack 100 S. Durham Ave., AB 252-726-3313

Cru Wine Bar & The Wine Store 120 Turner St., BE 252-728-3066

SubTropics 126 E. Fort Macon Road, AB 252-240-0400

Dockhouse Restaurant 500 Front St., BE 252-728-4506

Surfari 2604 Fort Macon Road, AB 252-622-4854

Domino’s Pizza 98 Crescent Drive, BE 252-728-5002

Which Wich Superior Sandwiches 801 Hwy 24, CC 252-354-2379

Dragon King 1728 Live Oak St., BE 252-728-2121

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Finz Grill & Eatery 330 Front St., BE 252-728-7459 Front Street Grill at Stillwater Cafe 300 Front St., BE 252-728-4956 George’s Take Out 437 Hwy 70, Smyrna 252-729-7811 No Name Pizza & Subs 408 Live Oak St., BE 252-728-4978 Old Salt Restaurant 133 Turner St., BE 252-728-2002 Plaza Mexico Bar & Grill 521 Front St., BE 252-728-3702 Queen Anne’s Revenge 510 Front St. #1, BE 252-504-7272 Ribeye’s Steakhouse 509 Front St., BE 252-728-6105 Roland’s Barbecue 1507 Live Oak St., BE 252-728-1953 Royal James Cafe 117 Turner St., BE 252-728-4573 Sea Side Galley 311 Island Road, HI 252-728-6171

Spouter Inn 218 Front St., BE 252-728-5190 Taylor’s Creek Grocery & Deli 525 Front St., BE 252-838-1495

EMERALD ISLE & SWANSBORO Bogue House Restaurant 410 Cedar Point Blvd., CP 252-393-3030

Jordan’s House of Seafood 8106 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-5722

grilled seafood, steaks, chicken & more. Open daily all year for lunch & dinner, outdoor dining available. All ABC, MC/V/AE.

Kathryn’s Bistro & Martini Bar 8002 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-6200

Saltwater Grill 99 W. Church St., SW 910-326-7300

Michaelangelo’s Pizza & Subs 8700 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-7424

Chowdaheads 7801 Emerald Drive, EI 252 354-3700

Mike’s Place Family Restaurant 8302 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-5277

Church Street Irish Pub & Deli 105 W. Church St., SW 910-326-7572

Pizza Inn 7902 Emerald Drive, EI Inside BP Convenience Sore 252-354-4468

Circle Pizza 7702 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-8885

Jackie’s American Grille 9106 Coast Guard Road, EI 252-354-8111

El Zarape Mexican Restaurant 8802 Reed Drive, EI 252- 354-1120

Ribeye’s Steakhouse 104 Golfin Dolphin Drive, CC 252-393-2509

Angie’s Lighthouse Cafe 833 Hwy 58, CC 252-393-1224 Flipperz 311 Mangrove Drive, EI 252-354-7775 Highway 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries 8700 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-7100

Riverside Steak & Seafood 506 W. Corbett Ave., SW 910-326-8847 Rucker Johns 8700 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-2413 (Map #56) Located in the Emerald Plantation Shopping Center, the restaurant prepares everything in-house; great sandwiches, salads, pastas, lightly battered & barbecued shrimp,

The Shark’s Den Sports Bar & Grill 8700 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-3030 The Swansboro Food & Beverage Co. 106 Front St., SW 910-708-1305 T&W Oyster Bar 2383 Hwy 58, SW 252-393-8838 Trattoria 108 W. Corbett Ave., SW 910-326-5001 The Village Market 7802 Emerald Drive, EI 252-354-6592 White Oak River Bistro 206 Corbett Ave., SW 910-326-1696 Yanamama’s Restaurant 119 Front St., SW 910-326-5501

MOREHEAD CITY & NEWPORT Akai Hana 909 Arendell St., MHC 252-222-3272

Alex & Brett 4650-E Arendell St., MHC 252-726-2253 Applebee’s 5184 Hwy 70, MHC 252-727-0409 Beach Bumz Pub & Pizzeria 515 Arendell St., MHC 252-726-7800

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Bistro-by-the-Sea 4301 Arendell St., MHC 252-247-2777

Fat Fellas BBQ & Grille 133 E. Chatham St., NE 252-223-3299

Buffalo Wild Wings 5136 Hwy 70 Ste. B, MHC 252-727-9191

Five Guys 5136 Hwy 70 W, MHC 252-808-0110

Capt. Bill’s Waterfront Restaurant 701 Evans St., MHC 252-726-2166

Floyd’s 1921 400 Bridges St., MHC 252-727-1921

Captain’s Table 4109 Arendell St., MHC 252-726-0253

Garden Gate Cafe & Deli 278 Hwy 24, MHC 252-247-4061

Chef’s 105 105 S. 7th St., MHC 252-240-1105

Golden Corral 4060 Arendell St., MHC 252-726-1609

Chick Fil-A 5156 Hwy 70, MHC 252-247-7281

Highway 55 Burgers, Shakes & Fries 5000 Hwy 70, MHC

Circa 81 4650 Arendell St., MHC 252-648-8300

IHOP 4950 Arendell St., MHC 252-222-0537

China Garden & Mongolian Grill 3000 Arendell St., MHC 252-808-3398

The Infusion Café 1012 Arendell St., MHC 252-240-2800

City Kitchen 105 S. 11th St., MHC 252-648-8141 Cox Family Restaurant 4109 Arendell St., MHC 252-726-6961 Crispino’s Pizza 2900 Arendell St., MHC 252-727-4992 Domino’s Pizza 4917 Arendell St., MHC 252-247-0300 El’s Drive-In 3706 Arendell St., MHC 252-726-3002 El Zarape Mexican Restaurant 5167 Hwy 70 #60, MHC 252-808-3700

Ioanni’s Grill 4138 Arendell St., MHC 252-808-0008 La Perla 1103 North 20th St., MHC 252-247-9600 Little Caesar’s Pizza 5208-E Hwy 70, MHC 252-240-0027 Longhorn Steakhouse 5120 Hwy 70, MHC 252-222-0396 Los Taquitos 5370-D Hwy 70, MHC 252-773-0480 Luigi’s Pizza 5167 Hwy 70 #120, MHC 252-240-3125

Minoda’s Japanese Steakhouse 5308 Hwy 70, MHC 252-648-8409 Musashi Japanese Steak & Seafood Restaurant 4330 Arendell St. # B, MHC 252-240-3431 No Name Pizza 5218 Hwy 70, MHC 252-777-4479 Red Fish Grill 711-B Evans St., MHC 252-648-8269 The Old Siam 4466 Arendell St., MHC 252-222-3098 Olive Garden 5152 Hwy 70, MHC 252-240-0250 Outback Steakhouse 4937 Arendell St., MHC 252-247-6283 Panera Bread 5176 Hwy 70, MHC 252-222-4990 Papa John’s Pizza 5209 Hwy 70, MHC 252-222-5656 Pete’s Diner 907-A Arendell St., MHC 252-726-5101 Pita Plate 5167 Hwy 70, MHC 252-222-0949 Pizza Hut 3426 Arendell St., MHC 252-726-7117 Plaza Mexico Bar & Grill 5167 Hwy 70, Ste. 60, MHC 252-808-3700

Promise Land Market 909-B Arendell St., MHC 252-222-0422 Ruby Tuesday 5227 Highway 70, MHC 252-726-3144 Ruddy Duck Tavern 509 Evans St., MHC 252-726-7500 Sammy’s Seafood House & Oyster Bar 109 S. 6th St., MHC 252-247-0028 Sanitary Fish Market & Restaurant 501 Evans St., MHC 252-247-3111 Smithfields Chicken N Bar-B-Q 4114 Arendell St., MHC 252-247-7476 Snapperz Grill & Steam Bar 3710 Arendell St., MHC 252-240-1313 Soundside Restaurant 5000 Hwy 70, MHC 252-648-8298 Texas Steakhouse & Saloon 5025 Executive Drive, MHC 252-240-2633 Tight Lines Brewing Co. 709 Arendell St., MHC 252-773-0641 Tsunami Buffet 5167 Hwy 70, MHC 252-222-3202 Twisted Spoon 5000 Hwy 70, MHC 252-240-0080 Waffle House 5060 Hwy 70, MHC 252-240-1980

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A Day at the Beach There is nothing better than finding that ideal spot on the beach and feeling the warm sand between your toes while you dig into a favorite book. Whether you’re lucky enough to spend every day along the Crystal Coast or are just here for a weekend, beach days are certainly a perk of being in Eastern Carolina.

While there are more than 100 access points located in neighborhoods along Bogue Banks, the 25-mile barrier island that runs from Fort Macon to Emerald Isle, they are generally designed for the residents who live in the area and offer limited to no parking for visitors. There are, however, a large number of public beach access points with generous parking for visitors to the area.

Several of the larger sites do charge for parking during the season (generally April-September) through either a parking attendant or meters. We have noted where a charge may be incurred. The list below follows the beach from the east to west.

For Macon State Park – Two locations are offered within the boundaries of the state park. At the end of Hwy 58, guests will find 277 free parking spaces, with the fort on one side and beach access points on the other. Headed back toward Atlantic Beach, the Bath House area features 317 free parking spots, bathrooms, concessions and a boardwalk.

New Bern Street – In Atlantic Beach, this site offers 50 paid sites, bathrooms and showers.

The Circle – The main beach in Atlantic Beach has paid parking for more than 300 vehicles.

Memorial Park – In the town limits of Pine Knoll 58

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Shores, just west of Mile Marker 6, this smaller beach access site offers paid parking for 40 cars, an overlook deck and a picnic table.

Iron Steamer – With 45 paid parking spaces, bathroom facilities and showers this popular spot at Mile Marker 7.5 is home to the former Iron Steamer Pier and the wreckage of the Confederate blockade runner Prevensey.

Trinity Center – This retreat at Mile Marker 9.5 reserves 20 free parking spaces for beach access. Of note, parking is located on the south side of Hwy 58.

Salter Path – The site offers 75 parking spaces, outside showers, picnic tables and bathrooms and is located within the Roosevelt State Park area.

Indian Beach – This unpaid lot offers 36 parking spaces and a 4-wheel drive access ramp for off-season use.

Eastern Ocean Regional Access – One of the largest public access sites in Emerald Isle, this popular beach near Mile Marker 15 and features 245 paid parking sites, a picnic gazebo, outdoor showers, bathrooms and drink machines.

Western Ocean Regional Access – In the curve of the Cameron Langston Bridge, this access site offers 250 paid parking slots, picnic area, showers and bathroom facilities.

Radio Island – Located off the island between Morehead City and Beaufort, the Radio Island access provides plenty of parking, restrooms, showers and a narrow inland beach with limited wave action, perfect for a family with young children.

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Coastal angling The Crystal Coast is home to fishing and boating enthusiasts alike, boasting numerous places throughout the area to launch a boat, do some surf and pier fishing or even charter a boat offshore in search of the big one.

The warm waters of the Gulf Stream provide the Crystal Coast with the longest fishing season on the Atlantic coast. The area is home to one of the largest fishing tournaments in the world for blue marlin; other fish caught along the Crystal Coast include bluefin tuna, yellowfin tuna, red drum, false albacore, sea trout, striped bass, cobia, sailfish, dolphin and wahoo depending on seasons. Many species, including drum and flounder, are caught surf fishing. There are several private chartered fishing excursions or the more affordable head boat fishing trips that is able to take larger groups of people, alleviating the financial burden to an extent.

Saltwater and freshwater anglers age 16 and older must have a valid, state-issued recreational fishing license to take fish in North Carolina throughout the year.

Specific regulations and restrictions apply depending on local fishing waters including size limit, daily creel limit and closed seasons.

North Carolina offers a variety of fishing licenses from temporary to lifetime. Licenses for recreational fishing can be purchased online at www.ncwildlife.org, by visiting the Div. of Marine Fisheries in Morehead City or through many fishing supply stores. It is important to make sure everything is legal when trying your hand at angling the Crystal Coast.

6. Taylors Creek, 2370 Lennoxville Road, Beaufort; handicapped accessible with restrooms and parking for 31 boat trailers.

7. Straits Landing, 1648 Harkers Island Road, Straits; on North River, allows space for 39 boat trailers and is handicapped accessible.

8. Oyster Creek Core Sound, 1300 Highway 70, Davis; on Core Sound with 15 boat trailer spaces.

9. Salters Creek, 200 Wildlife Ramp Road, Sea Level; 15 boat trailer spaces.

10. Cedar Island, 115 Driftwood Drive, Cedar Island; on Pamlico Sound with 16 boat trailer spaces.

11. Moonlight Drive, Atlantic Beach Causeway; access ramp with minimal parking.

12. Emerald Isle, 6800 Emerald Drive; handicapped accessible, has canoe access, restrooms and space for 112 boat trailers and 19 single-vehicle spaces.

13. Cedar Point, 144 Cedar Point Blvd.; ramp access is handicapped accessible, has canoe access, fishing pier, 37 boat trailer spaces and 7 single-vehicle spots.

14. Newport River, 333 E. Chatham St., Newport; boat ramp with nine spaces for boat trailers, handicap accessible with one parking space and a ramp to the dock, canal is shallow and not conducive to larger vessels.

Public Boat Ramp Access

1. Oceanana Fishing Pier, NC Hwy 58, Mile Marker 1; connected to the Oceanana Family Resort Motel in Atlantic Beach, this is a lighted fishing pier where a NC Coastal Recreational Fishing License is not required when fishing from the pier. A blanket pass is provided by the pier and equipment rentals are available. Onsite facilities include an arcade and bait and tackle shop with snack bar with grill and ample parking.

For more information and rates, call 252-726-4111, 252-726-0863 or visit www.oceanana.com.

2. Bogue Inlet Pier, Hwy 58, Mile Marker 19; a 1,000-foot lighted wooden fishing pier with ample free parking and access to the Emerald Isle beach just steps away. The Bogue Inlet Pier offers bathroom facilities, multiple fish cleaning stations, bait, tackle and snack bar on the premises. For more information and rates, call 252-354-2919 or visit www.bogueinletpier.com.

3. Radio Island Pier, located at the base of the Morehead City-Beaufort Highrise Bridge, the newlylengthened 618-foot fishing pier is free and open daily.

1. Municipal Park in Morehead City, 3407 Arendell St.; several launching areas to the Intracoastal Waterway and parking for 33 boat trailers with additional parking at Marine Fisheries.

2. 11th and Shepard Streets, beach boat launching access strictly for canoes, kayaks and small sailing vessels; parking and two kayak racks available.

3. South 10th St., Morehead City; large parking area, ramp is narrow and not conducive to certain vessels. Town recommended usage is for vessels under 16 feet.

4. Radio Island Boat Ramps & Pier, located on the Beaufort side of the Morehead City Highrise Bridge, the site offers six boat launches, 56 truck/trailer parking spots and restrooms as well as a 618-foot fishing pier.

5. West Beaufort, 298 W. Beaufort Road, Beaufort; launch site on Newport River is handicap accessible, equipped with restrooms and 48 spaces for boat trailer parking.

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Mon. 1: Flags of the Confederacy. 10am. Meet in the Visitor Center at Fort Macon to learn about flags of the Confederacy. Details: 252-7263775.

2, 23: Kayak through History.

Noon-3pm. Basic instruction and safety lessons followed by a relaxing paddle through a sale marsh with the NC Maritime Museum. Reservations required. Cost is $45, $25 with own kayak. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums.com.

3, 10, 17, 24: Evening Gun Salute. 4pm. Meet at Fort Macon State Park to observe the firing of a Civil War cannon. Details: 252-7263775.

Coastal Cruise. 10am-noon.

Explore the waters in and around the White Oak River and Bogue Sound with the NC Coastal Federation. Guests should wear closed-toe shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. Cost is $20 per person, all ages welcome. Details: 252-3938185 or rachelb@nccoast.org.

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10am-Noon, 1-3pm. Have you ever wondered what happens to the artifacts from Blackbeard’s Queen Anne’s Revenge once they are recovered from the bottom of the ocean floor? The NC Maritime Museum hosts the conservation lab once a week to share their processes and answer questions. Details: 252-7287317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums. com.

4, 11, 18, 25: Natural Side of Fort Macon Hike. 10am. Meet in the Visitor Center for a leisurely hike exploring the natural side of Fort Macon. Hike will cover both trail and beach. Details: 252-726-3775.

5, 19: Alive at Five. 5-8pm. Join the Downtown Morehead City Revitalization Association for a free concert at Jaycee Park on the Morehead City waterfront. This month Punch and Attractions Band set the beat.

Details: www.downtownmoreheadcity.com or 252-808-0440.

5-13: Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament. One of the oldest (it turns 57 this year) and largest sport-

fishing tournaments in the country, Big Rock is a term well-known in the fishing arena. Named after an offshore fishing site, the annual event involves gala parties and daily public weigh-ins at the Morehead City waterfront, but it’s all done for a good cause. Details: thebigrock.com or 252-247-3575.

Fri. 5: Turtle Talk. 10am. Meet at the visitor’s center at Fort Macon State Park to learn about one of the region’s local treasure – the loggerhead turtle. Details: 252-7263775.

6, 13, 20, 27: Concert in the Park. 7-8:30pm. Join the Morehead City Parks and Recreation Dept. for a free summer concert at Jaycee Park on the Morehead City waterfront. Lawn chairs and blankets are suggested. This month performances include The Backbeat (6th), Seaside Band (13th), 4EverAll (20th) and Calico Creek Bluegrass Band (27th). Details: 252-726-5083.

Olde Beaufort Farmer’s Market. 8:30am-1pm. This weekly market is held at Courthouse Square

in Beaufort. Visitors can expect local foods, arts, crafts and more. Details: www.beaufortfarmersmarket.com.

6, 14, 21, 28: Behind the Scenes: Aquarium Close Encounters. 2-3:30pm. Visit labs and holding areas, and feed the animals in this thorough behind-the-scenes adventure that includes an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck. Age 8 and up, $20. Details: 252-2474003 or www.ncaquariums.com.

Sat. 6: Build a Boat in a Day. 9am-3pm. Adult and child teams use the stitch-and-glue technique to assemble a prepared kit for a small flat-bottomed plywood boat suitable for rowing or paddling. Teams are limited to four people with at least one adult. Minimum age is 8. Cost is $300. Reservations are required.

Details: 252-728-7317 or www. ncmaritimemuseum.com.

Kayak for the Warriors. This signature Pine Knoll Shores’ event sees kayakers taking to the water in support of wounded servicemen.

Expect an opening reception on Friday evening with Saturday bringing kayak and paddle board races, a family fun race, 5K and 10K bike rides and lunch. An awards reception is planned for 5pm on Saturday evening. Details: 252-247-4353 or kayakforthewarriors.org.

Corn Husk Doll Demonstration. 1-3pm. Children’s toys were a rarity in colonial times, but corn husk dolls could be made by hand to provide inexpensive entertainment.

Watch a demonstration at the Beaufort Historic Site on Turner Street.

Free. Details: 252-728-5225.

7, 14, 21, 28: SwanFest. 6:308pm. Enjoy live music at Olde Town Square in downtown Swansboro.

Bring chairs, blankets, even dinner if you’d like. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. Free. This month’s performers include Liverpool (7th), Orion (14th), Old Man Whickutt (21st) and the Notorious Clamslammers (28th).

8, 15, 22, 29: Behind the Scenes - Otter Antics. 1-2pm.

Meet the aquarium otter keeper and help prepare enrichment items for Eno, Neuse and Pungo to enjoy. Age 12 and up, $25. Details: 252-2474003 or www.ncaquariums.com.

Mon. 8: Bird Hike. 10am. Meet in the Visitor Center at Fort Macon and take a leisurely hike to identify birds native to the area. Fort Macon has an amazing mix of shore birds and songbirds, and there is always something new to see. Details: 252726-3775.

9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30: Stand Up Paddle Boarding for Kids.

9-11am. Kids explore the sport of stand-up paddle boarding and see Bogue Sound from a new perspective. Age 6 and up. An adult must accompany the child. Cost is $50.

Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30: Behind the Scenes - Shark Snack. 2:303:30. Visit food preparation areas, animal holding areas and labs and get an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck while aquarists feed the sharks. Age 5 and up, $20. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums. com.

9, 16, 23, 30: Sound Seafood: Catching Crabs and Clams. 13pm. Master the art of harvesting crabs and clams and the importance of conserving coastal habitats. Age 8 and up, $20. Details: 252-2474003 or ncaquariums.com.

Fishing Fanatics. 8-11am.

Learn to catch the big ones from

the surf with hands-on instruction from the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Equipment, bait and licensing requirements are covered. Age 10 and up, $25. Details: 252-2474003 or ncaquariums.com.

10, 17, 24: Seaside Cinema.

8:30pm. Join friends and family members at the Atlantic Beach boardwalk for movies under the stars. This month’s schedule includes “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory,” “Hook” and “Jurassic Park.”

Free.

Aquarium ABCs. 8:309:30am. Preschoolers love learning about aquatic species and wildlife with live animal encounters, crafts to bring home, storytelling and outdoor explorations. Ages 2-5, $10. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums. com.

Wed. 10: Cape Lookout Tour by Water. 9am-Noon. Feel the breeze on your face and smell the salt air as you cruise the waters around Cape Lookout National Seashore with the NC Maritime Museum. Reservations required. Cost is $30. Details: Details: 252-728-7317 or www. ncmaritimemuseums.com.

11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27: Paddle the Roosevelt Natural Area. 46pm. Explore tidal flats and quiet backwaters as you become aware of the intricate web of life thriving in this pristine natural environment through this NC Aquarium program. Site provides kayaks and canoes. Age 8 and up, $25. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28: Night Trek. 7-9pm Stroll the nighttime beach as you explore the fascinating lives of sea turtles and look for loggerheads nesting in the sand. Age 5 and up, $10. Details: 252-2474003 or ncaquariums.com.

11, 25: Junior Ranger. 1-4pm.

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required. Details: 252-726-3775.

Beach Fun Run. 6:30pm. Carteret County Parks and Recreation organizes this annual series featuring 1-mile, 5K and 10K options for all skill levels at the Atlantic Beach Circle. Cost is $5 per race. Registration begins at 5:30pm. Register online at ccpr.recdesk.com/recdeskportal.

12, 19, 26: Aquarist Apprentice. 1-4pm. Join aquarium staff on a behind-the-scenes tour, help prepare animal meals and participate in some daily care and maintenance tasks. Educators teach you about the animals as you assist aquarists with their caretaking responsibilities. Age 14 and up, $25. Details: 252-2474003 or ncaquariums.com.

Marsh Madness.10am-Noon.

Put on your water shoes for an exciting morning wading in Bogue Sound in search of cool marine creatures with the NC Aquarium. Age 5 and up, $10. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

12, 15: Crabs of North Carolina.

Did you know that almost 50 different species of crabs have been found at Fort Macon? Meet at the park to learn about some of them and meet live examples. Program begins at 10am on Friday and 4pm on Monday. Details: 252-726-3775.

12, 26: Concert at the Fort. 7pm.

Friends of Fort Macon annually bring visitors to the site with its popular concert program. This month’s performances include the Unknown Tongues (12th) and Scearce & Ketner (26th). The concerts are free and open to the public. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome. Details: 252726-3775.

Fri. 12: Friday Free Flicks. 7pm.

At Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation on the second Friday of each month.

Movies are family oriented. Popcorn and a drink are $1. Bring chairs or blankets. No outside beverages or snacks are allowed. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Call

252-354-6350 one week prior for movie title.

13-21: Nine-Day Boatbuilding.

9am-4:30pm each day. With expert guidance, participants will build their own flat-bottomed skiff or small round-bottomed boat. Class price, $1,770, will include all materials and use of tools. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums.com.

Sat. 13: Maritime Day. 11am2pm. Celebrate Maritime Day with the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort.

Sail in the museum’s fleet of traditional wooden boats, cast a line with a cane pole, join in on the games or simply relax and enjoy the music and the view of Gallants Channel. Free.

Details: 282-728-7317 or www. ncmaritimemuseums.com.

Swansboro Arts by the Sea Festival. 9am-6pm. This festival in historic downtown Swansboro brings together regional artists featuring an array of work, from jewelry and stained glass to sculpture and photography. A wine tasting tent sponsored by the Emerald Isle Wine Market will open from 5-8pm. Details: www.swansborofestivals.com.

18-19: Fish & Fishing. 9amNoon. An introduction to coastal fish and fishing methods with the NC Maritime Museum’s Summer Science School. Cane poles, bait and tackle provided for dock fishing. Students also board a research vessel to catch and identify life in near shore waters. Rising 3rd and 4th graders, $65. Details: Details: 252-7287317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums. com.

18, 25: EmeraldFest. 6:30-8pm.

Enjoy live music and a peaceful ocean breeze at the Western Ocean Regional Beach Access, Emerald Isle.

This month Pure T Mommicked and Selah Dubb perform. Lawn chairs and blankets are suggested. Free.

Details: 252-354-6350.

Fri. 19: Our Scaly Friends – Reptiles of Fort Macon. 10am.

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Meet in the Visitor Center for a closer look at some of the most important, but often misunderstood animals in our ecosystem. Details: 252-7263775.

Sat. 20: Cannon Day. Crews at Fort Macon State Park demonstrate the cannon firing process for different cannons in the park. Demonstrations are planned for 10:30 & 11:30am and 1:30, 2:30 & 3:30pm. Details: 252-726-3775.

Kayak/Yoga Trip to Jones Island. 1-4:30pm. April Clark, owner of Second Wind Ecotours, yoga instructor Cheryl LeClair and the NC Coastal Federation team up to create a fun and relaxing afternoon on the White Oak River. Paddle from Cedar Point to Jones Island to learn about the ongoing conservation efforts and participate in a gentle yoga session on the shore. The cost is $45 with kayak rental and $30 without.

Federation members receive a $10 discount. Details: 910-325-3600 or email info@secondwindecotours. com.

Tatting Demonstration. 13pm. Watch the lost art of lace making at the Beaufort Historic Site on Turner Street. Free. Details: 252728-5225.

The Longest Day. 9am. This fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Association finds volunteers walking the beach in Emerald Isle to raise awareness and much-needed funds.

Details: act.alz.org/goto/eistc.

22-23: Seashore Life I. 9amNoon. Investigate coastal marine life an of the tidal flats, salt marshes and sounds on local islands in this NC Maritime Museum program. Fieldbased class includes ferry rides, barrier island hiking and animal identification. Rising 1st and 2nd graders, $50. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums.com.

23-24: Pirates I. 9am-Noon. Become part of the pirate crew on this two-day class at the NC Maritime Museum. Rising 1st-2nd graders, $50. Details: 252-728-7317 or

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Tue. 23: Coastal Cleanup. Help keep the coastal lands, waters and wildlife healthy by collecting litter and debris on Jones Island, Swansboro, with the NC Coastal Federation. Details: 252-393-8185 or rachelb@ nccoast.org.

24-26: Seashore Life II. 9amNoon. Investigate estuarine habitats, plants and animals through field and lab studies with the NC Maritime Museum. Rising 3rd-6th graders, $50.

Details: 252-728-7317 or www. ncmaritimemuseums.com.

Thur. 25: Explore the Rachel Carson Reserve. 9-11:30am. Get up close and personal with some of the plants and animals of the Rachel Carson Reserve. This NC Maritime Museum program includes a guided hike through the different habitats of Town Marsh and Bird Shoal. Cost is $20. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums.com.

26-27: 55th Beaufort Old Homes and Gardens Tour. 10am-5pm.

The popular annual undertaking features private homes, bed and breakfasts, churches and other public buildings. A choral concert at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church kicks off the festivities on Friday evening. Details: 252-728-5225 or www.beauforthistoricsite.org.

26-28: BHA Antiques Show and Sale. Held at the Crystal Coast Civic Center, Morehead City, this annual event is part of the Beaufort Historical Association’s Old Homes and Gardens Tour. The show features more than 40 vendors from up and down the east coast with a variety of antique wares. Tickets are good for all three days. Details: 252-7285225 or beauforthistoricsite.org.

Fri. 26: American Red Cross Blood Drive. 2-7pm. Carteret County chapter of the American Red Cross is holding a blood drive at the Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Community Center. Details: 252354-6350.

What’s the Buzz About. 10am.

Join at ranger at Fort Macon State Park for a closer look at some of the things that might be buzzing about the park. Details: 252-726-3775.

History of Surfing in North Carolina. 7pm. Join the NC Maritime Museum for glimpse at North Carolina’s role in surfing history. Free.

Details: 252-728-7317 or ncmaritimemuseums.com.

Thur. 28: Coffee with a Cop. 910am. Join neighbors and Emerald Isle police officers for a casual cup of java while discussing concerns or ideas. Call 252-354-3424 for location.

Tue. 30: Shackleford Banks – Horses, Hiking & History.

9:30am-1pm. Experience Outer Banks heritage and wildlife during this guided hike on the national seashore with the NC Maritime Museum.

Cost is $30. Advance registration required. Details: 252-728-7317 or ncmaritimemuseums.com.

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1, 2, 8, 15, 22, 29: Seaside Cinema. 8:30pm. Join friends and family members at the Atlantic Beach boardwalk for movies under the stars. This month’s schedule includes “Into the Woods,” “Jaws,” “Annie,” “Paddington,” “Big Hero 6” and “Frozen.” Free.

Aquarium ABCs. 8:309:30am. Preschoolers love learning about aquatic species and wildlife with live animal encounters, crafts to bring home, storytelling and outdoor explorations. Ages 2-5, $10. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums. com.

1, 8, 15, 22, 29: Coastal Cruise.

10am-noon. Explore the waters in and around the White Oak River and Bogue Sound with the NC Coastal Federation. Guests should wear closed-toe shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. Cost is $20 per person, all ages welcome. Details: 252-393-8185 or rachelb@ nccoast.org.

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2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30: Paddle the Roosevelt Natural Area. 4-6pm. Explore tidal flats and quiet backwaters as you become aware of the intricate web of life thriving in this pristine natural environment through this NC Aquarium program. Site provides kayaks and canoes. Age 8 and up, $25. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums. com.

2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30: Night Trek. 7-9pm Stroll the nighttime beach as you explore the fascinating lives of sea turtles and look for loggerheads nesting in the sand. Age 5 and up, $10. Details: 252-2474003 or ncaquariums.com.

2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28: Discovery Time. 3pm. Join the NC Maritime Museum, Beaufort, for the screening of films that explore Eastern North Carolina, its history and its relationship with the sea. The schedule includes “The Cape Lookout Lighthouse” (9th), “Rescue Men - The Pea Island Lifesavers” (16th), “The Core Sounders - Living from the Sea” (21st) and “Waters of Life - The North Carolina Estuarine Research Reserve.” Details: 252-7287317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums. com.

2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30: Stand Up Paddle Boarding for Kids. 9-11am. Kids explore the sport of stand-up paddle boarding and see Bogue Sound from a new perspective. Age 6 and up. An adult must accompany the child. Cost is $50. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

2, 9, 16, 23, 30: EmeraldFest.

6:30-8pm. Enjoy live music and a peaceful ocean breeze at the Western Ocean Regional Beach Access, Emerald Isle. This month 4EverAll, Justin Castellano, Wild Honey, Outer Banks Philharmonic and Now and Then perform. Lawn chairs and blankets are suggested. Free. Details: 252-354-6350.

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Thur. 2: Kayak through History.

Noon-3pm. Basic instruction and safety lessons followed by a relaxing paddle through a sale marsh with the NC Maritime Museum. Reservations required. Cost is $45, $25 with own kayak. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums.com.

3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 31: Behind the Scenes - Shark Snack. 2:30-3:30. Visit food preparation areas, animal holding areas and labs and get an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck while aquarists feed the sharks. Age 5 and up, $20. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

3, 10, 17, 24, 31: Aquarist Apprentice. 1-4pm. Join aquarium staff on a behind-the-scenes tour, help prepare animal meals and participate in some daily care and maintenance tasks. Educators teach you about the animals as you assist aquarists with their caretaking responsibilities. Age 14 and up, $25.

Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

Marsh Madness.10am-Noon.

Put on your water shoes for an exciting morning wading in Bogue Sound in search of cool marine creatures with the NC Aquarium. Age 5 and up, $10. Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

3, 12, 19, 26: SwanFest. 6:308pm. Enjoy live music at Olde Town Square in downtown Swansboro.

Bring chairs, blankets, even dinner if you’d like. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. Free. This month’s performers include Band of the South (3rd), Trophy Husbands (12th), Spongetones (19th) and Jon Shain (26th).

3, 17: Alive at Five. 5-8pm. Join the Downtown Morehead City Revitalization Association for a free concert at Jaycee Park on the Morehead City waterfront. This month the Mikele Buck Band and Spare Change perform. Details: www.downtownmoreheadcity.com or 252-808-0440.

Fri. 3: Kids Night In, Parent’s Night Out. 6-8pm. Calling all K-6th graders – get into the Halloween spirit with Swansboro Parks and Recreation with an evening of fun and creative crafts, games and activities. Dinner and refreshments will be served. Space is limited. Details: 910-326-2600 or swansboro. recdesk.com.

4-5: CCACC Summer Show. This juried sale of arts and crafts takes over the Beaufort Historic Site three times a year thanks to the Carteret County Arts & Crafts Coalition. Expect painting, photography, wood carving and much more. Details: 252-728-5225.

4, 11, 18, 25: Olde Beaufort Farmer’s Market. 8:30am-1pm.

This weekly market is held at Courthouse Square in Beaufort. Visitors can expect local foods, arts, crafts and more. Details: www.beaufortfarmersmarket.com.

Sat. 4: Emerald Isle Fireworks.

9pm. The Town of Emerald Isle will launch fireworks off Bogue Inlet Pier.

Fireworks are visible from the beach, Bogue Sound and the Intracoastal Waterway. Parking will be available at the pier as well as along Hwy 58.

Details: 252-354-6350.

Fourth of July Parade. 11am.

Beaufort takes an old-fashioned approach to the holidays with families, businesses and clubs taking to the street for the annual parade. The event is followed by free ice cream and music at the Carteret County Courthouse. Details: 252-7283917.

Beaufort Fireworks. 9pm.

Sponsored by Front Street Village, this family affair is held at the NC Maritime Museum’s Gallants Channel Annex off of West Beaufort Road.

Food and beverage vendors will be on-site. All proceeds benefit the Beaufort Fireman’s Association.

Atlantic Beach Fireworks.

9pm. The town of Atlantic Beach celebrates independence at the Circle.

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nized by Discovery Diving in Beaufort, this whimsical event celebrates the nation’s birthday with a wink of its eye. Details: 252-728-2265.

The Glorious Fourth. 10am3pm. Step back and join the festivities of one of the earliest celebrations with Tryon Palace. Enjoy a day full of patriotic speeches, dancing, games and crafts for the kids. Bring a picnic lunch and immerse yourself in the past. Free garden admission. Details: www.tryonpalace.org.

Freedom Festival. 5-9:30pm.

Join friends, family and neighbors at Havelock City Park for county fair style games, live entertainment, food and fun. The 2nd Marine Air Wing Band performs from 8-9pm, followed by fireworks. Free.

Morehead City Fireworks.

9pm. Morehead City Parks and Rec sponsors the annual celebration centered around Jaycee Park on 9th and Shepard streets. Details: 252-7265083.

4, 11, 18, 25: Concert in the Park. 7-8:30pm. Join the Morehead City Parks and Recreation Dept. for a free summer concert at

Jaycee Park on the Morehead City waterfront. Lawn chairs and blankets are suggested. Performances include the Air National Guard Band (5th), The Central Park Band (11th), Donald Thompson Band (18th) and Outer Banks Philharmonic (25th).

Details: 252-726-5083.

5, 12, 19, 26: Behind the Scenes: Aquarium Close Encounters. 2-3:30pm. Visit labs and holding areas, and feed the animals in this thorough behind-the-scenes adventure that includes an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck. Age 8 and up, $20. Details: 252-2474003 or www.ncaquariums.com.

6-7: Seashore Life I. 9am-Noon.

Investigate coastal marine life an of the tidal flats, salt marshes and sounds on local islands in this NC Maritime Museum program. Fieldbased class includes ferry rides, barrier island hiking and animal identification. Rising 1st and 2nd graders, $50. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums.com.

6, 13, 20, 27: Behind the Scenes - Otter Antics. 1-2pm.

Meet the aquarium otter keeper and help prepare enrichment items for Eno, Neuse and Pungo to enjoy. Age 12 and up, $25. Details: 252-2474003 or www.ncaquariums.com.

7-8, 21-22: Pirates I. 9am-Noon.

Become part of the pirate crew on this two-day class at the NC Maritime Museum. Rising 1st-2nd graders, $50. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums.com.

7, 14, 21, 28: Coastal Cleanup.

Help keep the coastal lands, waters and wildlife healthy by collecting litter and debris with the NC Coastal Federation. Cleanups focus on a different region each week. Details: 252-393-8185 or rachelb@nccoast.org.

Sound Seafood: Catching Crabs and Clams. 1-3pm. Master the art of harvesting crabs and clams and the importance of conserving coastal habitats. Age 8 and up, $20.

Details: 252-247-4003 or ncaquariums.com.

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Fishing Fanatics. 8-11am.

Learn to catch the big ones from the surf with hands-on instruction from the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Equipment, bait and licensing requirements are covered. Age 10 and up, $25. Details: 252-2474003 or ncaquariums.com.

8-10, 22-24: Seashore Life II. 9am-Noon. Investigate estuarine habitats, plants and animals through field and lab studies with the NC Maritime Museum. Rising 3rd-6th graders, $50. Details: 252-7287317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums. com.

9-10, 23-24: Fish & Fishing.

9am-Noon. An introduction to coastal fish and fishing methods with the NC Maritime Museum’s Summer Science School. Cane poles, bait and tackle provided for dock fishing. Students also board a research vessel to catch and identify life in near shore waters. Rising 3rd and 4th graders, $65. Details: Details: 252-7287317 or www.ncmaritimemuseums. com.

9, 23: Beach Fun Run. 6:30pm.

Carteret County Parks and Recreation organizes this annual series featuring 1-mile, 5K and 10K options for all skill levels at the Atlantic Beach Circle. Cost is $5 per race. Registration begins at 5:30pm. Register online at ccpr.recdesk.com/recdeskportal.

Fri. 10: Friday Free Flicks. 7pm.

At Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation on the second Friday of each month.

Movies are family oriented. Popcorn and a drink are $1. Bring chairs or blankets. No outside beverages or snacks are allowed. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Call 252-354-6350 one week prior for movie title.

10, 17, 31: Concert at the Fort.

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The Morehead City Brass (17th) and 4EverAll (31st). The concerts are free and open to the public. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome.

Details: 252-726-3775.

Sat. 11: Build a Boat in a Day. 9am-3pm. Adult and child teams use the stitch-and-glue technique to assemble a prepared kit for a small flat-bottomed plywood boat suitable for rowing or paddling. Cost is $300.

Reservations are required. Details: 252-728-7317 or www.ncmaritimemuseum.com.

Great 4th Race. 10am. Traditionally rigged sailing craft celebrate the historic voyages that carried the news of the signing of the Declaration of Independence to the Outer Banks at the NC Maritime Museum’s Watercraft Center. Details: 252728-7317.

BHA Summer Party. 7-11pm.

Celebrate Beaufort summers with a party at the Beaufort Historic Site.

Enjoy food, open bar, music and a live and silent auction to benefit the Beaufort Historical Association. Details: 252-728-5225.

Thur. 16: Adult Pine Needle Workshop. 10am-3pm. Pine needle basket making dates back almost 9,000 years and the baskets served as vessels for grain, crops and other essentials. Space is limited in this class at the Beaufort Historic Site. Cost is $40. Details: 252-7285225.

Fri. 17: Crab Cake Cook-off.

6-8pm. Taste delicious crab cakes made by guest chefs and vote for your favorite at this NC Maritime Museum event held at the watercraft center. Beer and wine will be served.

Members only - with membership rates beginning at $35. Details: www.maritimefriends.org.

Sat. 18: Historic Beaufort Road Race. 7:30am. One of the area’s largest road races helps raise funds for college scholarship for high school seniors around the county.

Event includes 10K, 5K and 1 mile

races along with 10K and 5K wheelchair events, a 5K baby jogger race and 5K and 1-mile timed walks. Details: www.beaufortroadrace.com.

21-23: Whales of North Carolina. 9am-1pm. This program at the NC Maritime Museum gives students and in-depth look at some of the marine mammals found in the waters off of North Carolina. Rising 7th-10th graders, $85.

Thur. 23: Coffee with a Cop. 910am. Join neighbors and Emerald Isle police officers for a casual cup of java while discussing concerns or ideas. Call 252-354-3424 for location.

24-25: CCCF Spanish Mackerel/ Dolphin Fishing Tournament. In its seventh year, this Carteret Community College Foundation tourney helps raise funds for college programs and scholarships. Weigh-in is slated at The Boathouse at Front Street Village in Beaufort, a sponsor of the event. Details: Wes Daniels, 252-222-6222.

25-26: Contemporary Boat Building Carpentry. 9am-5pm.

Learn skills essential for building round-bottomed boats through this NC Maritime Museum program. Cost is $135. Reservations are required.

Details: 252-728-7317 or www. ncmaritimemuseums.com.

Buddy Pelletier Longboard Memorial Contest. This annual competition attracts amateur and professional surfers from the East Coast to Atlantic Beach, including former and current East Coast, ESA and world champions. The contest is organized by the Buddy Pelletier Surfing Foundation, a group created to commemorate a fallen local surfer which provides humanitarian and educational aid to members of the East Coast surfing community.

The contest offers beginning surfers the chance to get in the water with some of the best while raising funds to help fellow surfers. Details: www. buddypelletier.com.

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Wilson 2503 Forest Hills Rd W Wilson, NC 27893 Call (252) 991-0555

FULL SERVICE URGENT CARE • X-ray and Pharmacy On-Site • Sprains/Strains • Minor Surgery/Stitches • Sinus Infections • Colds and Flu

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DOT Examinations Lab Testing Strep Throat Skin Infections Seasonal Allergies Vaccinations

• Sports and Camp Physicals • School Physicals • Urinary Tract Infections • STD Testing

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On the Beaufort Waterfront 40 Passenger Sailing Catamaran

70% of our passengers on each trip are repeat customers from previous years.

Experience why we are ...

4 VOTED COASTER READERS’ AWARDS

FAVORITE LOCAL CRUISE SERVICE

SUNSET CRUISE

Departs each evening for a 7-8:30pm cruise that promises a view to take your breath away. The red and yellow North Carolina sunsets are some of the most beautiful in the world, and they’re yours to enjoy as we sail from the Beaufort waterfront into the gentle breezes of early evening.

AM DOLPHIN WATCH

A daily morning sail to a place where the dolphins come to play year after year. These dolphin are familiar friends to Lookout Cruises.

Recognized by their individual dorsal fins, we’ve even named a few! Departs daily from the Beaufort waterfront at 9:20am and returns at 11:15am.

CAPE LOOKOUT CRUISE s #RUISE IN THE COMFORT OF THIS FOOT #ATAMARAN s /CEAN VOYAGE CRUISE DEPARTS AT NOON AND RETURNS AT PM s %NJOY HOURS OF SWIMMING SNORKELING AND SHELLING s "EAUFORT 'ROCERY #O CATERED LUNCH s *UST BRING A BATHING SUIT AND BEACH TOWEL s ,ARGE CLEAN RESTROOMS s &RESHWATER DECK SHOWER s /N BOARD STAIRS ALLOW FOR EASY ACCESS s 6ISIT THE 1UARTERS MUSEUM THE .ATIONAL 0ARK STORE AND South Core Banks. Climb the lighthouse on select days.

Come enjoy a memorable day at Cape Lookout National Seashore.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON OUR CRUISES, CALL 252.504.SAIL