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

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On Bald Head Island, days begin and end with sunshine on the ocean and the pace slows to the rhythm of the tide.

You’ll arrive here by ferry, then travel the island by golf cart, bicycle or on foot. No more lush natural environment for exploring can be found on the East Coast, complemented by a host of creature comforts. Contact us today to learn more about our exceptional way of life, and start planning your retreat.

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“Every year we create an idyllic

VISIT THE 2017 SOUTHERN LIVING IDEA HOUSE on Bald Head Island, opening

house that inspires Southern Living

in June, and walk away with inspiring design ideas for your own home. Located at 204 Whale Head Way in Cape Fear Station, the Idea House is jointly presented by Southern Living magazine, Whitney Blair Custom Homes and Bald Head Island Limited.

readers with design and decorating ideas they can steal for themselves.

Using the South’s best architects, builders, designers and landscapers, we reimagine the ultimate Southern home and bring it to life in the magazine, on southernliving.com, and on our social platforms.”

– Southern Living Editor-in-Chief Sid Evans

The talented design partners chosen by Southern Living for the project include residential designer Eric Moser of Moser Design Group in Beaufort, S.C., and interior designer Lindsey Coral Harper, who is originally from Cartersville, Ga., and whose studio is based in New York City.

The Idea House will remain open throughout the summer and on select weekends in the fall, with a portion of all house tour ticket sales benefitting the nonprofit Old Baldy Foundation. Be sure to look for the Idea House feature story appearing in the August issue of Southern Living magazine.

Located on a wooded homesite bordering The Common in Cape Fear Station, the Idea House is just a short walk from the island’s distinctive Southern Living Inspired Community, which offers homes for sale through Bald Head Island Limited Real Estate Sales.

Learn more about the Southern Living Idea House at WWW.BHIREALESTATE.COM/IDEAHOUSE.

Features PU BL ISH E D BY Bald Head Island Limited, LLC

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Vacations are a time for seeing things in a new light. Make plans to slow down and experience all that Bald Head Island has to reveal.

27 Activity Guide

Gear up and get ready to roam with this handy list of 10 possibilities for making the most of your island time.

36 Calendar of Events & Traditions

2017 may be Bald Head Island’s biggest year to date. Celebrate Old Baldy’s birthday, howl at the moon, make a run for it, raise a glass, take a tour and more.

47 History

Talk about aging well. Old Baldy Lighthouse turns 200 years old this year.

As glorious as her past has been, the best days for this island icon still lie ahead.

60 Architecture

Enjoy a glimpse into the home owned by the Southern Living Inspired Community’s first family, The Blackmans, and find out why life is better at the beach.

76 Meet the Neighbors

Each year a colorful cast of characters ages 8 to 13 reconnect on Bald Head Island.

Their moms explain why the island is a perfect playground for these “summer kids.”

101 Dining

From a quick bite to go to fine dining you won’t soon forget, there’s no shortage of dining options on the island. The trick is in knowing where to look.

112 Shopping

Explore the island’s diverse stores, boutiques, outdoor outfitters and services with this handy shopping guide.

114 Folio

Whether you want to update your island getaway or take a bit of the beach back home with you, look no further than these unique accessories inspired by nature.

126 Ferry Schedule 127 Last Word

Bald Head Island represents one family’s real-life “Neverland.”

Haven is a publication of Bald Head Island Limited, LLC. Copyright 2017. All rights reserved in all countries. Bald Head Island Limited, LLC has endeavored to ensure the accuracy of this publication; however, we cannot be responsible for misinformation or typographical errors. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is strictly prohibited. Bald Head Island Limited, LLC does not necessarily agree with the viewpoints expressed by authors of articles or advertising copy.

Inquire as to whether there is a property report required by federal law for any lot or home of interest to you. If such a report is required, procure it and read it before signing anything. No federal agency has judged the merits or value, if any, of this property. This is not an offering to residents in New York, New Jersey or other jurisdictions where prohibited.

O N T H E C OV E R "Old Baldy" by Chip Hemingway. Find more of Hemingway's paintings at All About Art on Bald Head Island.

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YOUR BRIDGE TO BUYING AND SELLING

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ald Head Island is a place like no other. When you’re ready to learn more about homes, homesites and shared ownership properties for sale, turn to the company that understands the lay of the land better than any other—Bald Head Island Limited Real Estate Sales.

Our sales executives average 4 more than a decade of experience on

the island, with several enjoying 20 years or more serving clients here.

Each contributes to the island’s way of life through volunteering, board membership, philanthropic efforts and club participation, and each is focused on serving clients long after the sale has closed. Whether you’re just starting your real estate search, or have a list of

properties you’re ready to see in person, contact us so we can save you time by identifying the listings that best meet your specific requirements and desires.

If you’re considering selling your island home or homesite, let our helpful sales experts provide a free, no-obligation assessment of your property’s fair market value. We’d also love to share the many

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ways we market listings to reach the highest number of interested and qualified buyers.

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

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You can learn more about all of our properties when you visit our website, peruse our Armchair Guide Vacation Planner, or call our knowledgeable reservationists.

Rest assured, whether you choose a roomy waterfront home or a cozy forest cottage for two, we’ll ensure you spend your vacation on Bald Head Island without a care in the world.

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We also offer a Personalized Vacation Rental Program so you can have “Your Stay Your Way.” Stay connected with the Island you love through our exciting website, BestOfBaldHead.com.

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Each specially designed home is built by Whitney Blair Custom Homes, winner of the 2016 Southern Living Builder of the Year award.

Watch a video about this exciting new development online, and contact Bald Head Island Limited Real Estate Sales to schedule a personalized tour.

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There’s nothing more precious than vacation time with friends and family. You may be surprised to learn how affordable it can be to own on Bald Head Island. Shared ownership in The Hammocks allows you all the benefits of a vacation home for a smaller financial commitment than whole ownership.

As a Hammocks owner, you’ll enjoy four weeks of vacation in your home annually, one in each season. You also get year-round membership to the onsite Hammocks Club, as well as the Bald Head Island Club and Shoals Club. Professional management by Vacation Resorts 26 International ensures a relaxing stay every time you enjoy your home.

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activity guide

From the beach to the creeks, Harbour Village to Cape Fear itself, there’s no end to the ways to explore Bald Head Island.

Here are 10 possibilities to consider ‌ so grab your gear and get ready to go!

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The maritime forest forms a several-miles-long arching canopy starting from North Bald Head Wynd and running all the way down Federal Road. Travel through this natural tunnel by foot or bike for the full effect.

No bridge connects Bald Head Island to the mainland, leaving it footloose and carfree. The most popular modes of transportation are the electric golf cart and bicycle.

Whenever possible, opt for two wheels to better soak up the surroundings. Both Coastal Urge and Riverside Adventure Company rent bikes by the day and week. At Coastal Urge you’ll also find longboard skateboards, possibly the hippest way to get around.

Add a land paddle and get in quite the workout as you “surf” the roads around the island.

Hikers take note: Along Federal Road several trailheads enter the Bald Head Woods Preserve, nearly 200 acres of undisturbed maritime forest. The M. Kent Mitchell Nature Trail rewards you with spectacular views of the creek and close encounters with fiddler crabs if the tide is low.

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Pedestrian Pursuits

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Take a Walk on the Wild Side

When it comes to getting close to nature, nothing can compete with the Bald Head Island Conservancy. Join Conservancy staff on their nightly patrols with the Sea Turtle Ride Along, help watch for turtle tracks leading from the waves to the dunes, and call back to base with your findings.

If you’re in the right place at the right time, you could see a loggerhead turtle lay her eggs or witness a nest hatch. The Conservancy also holds Turtle Walks for members, which start at the Barrier Island Study Center and then move to the beach for a little lesson in ecology. If you’re lucky, your group will head off to watch a turtle dig her nest and lay her eggs while Conservancy naturalists collect information. Later in the season, you may get to see a nest “boil” and hatch.

Another evening event, Bald Head After Dark, introduces you to the nocturnal creatures of the island, including frogs, bats, alligators and bioluminescent plankton. After a presentation, you’ll join a naturalist on a walk to see what nighttime critters you can spot.

Every season of the year, Bald Head Island is home to an impressive array of birds—some 244 species in total—and the Conservancy staff members know them by sight and song. Join a Birding Expedition to see how many you can find. You’ll get a rare opportunity to visit the Ibis Pond on Middle Island, a secret sanctuary where waterbirds congregate.

To truly live like a local, join the Conservancy for a quick primer on crabbing and cast netting. In just a couple hours’ time, you’ll be catching any number of baitfish and blue crabs in the water around the Village Creek Access.

The Bald Head Island Conservancy is also known for their experiential summer camps for kids 4-14. While preschoolers catch bugs and make crafts, elementary schoolers get in a kayak and go crabbing and shell collecting. Middle schoolers get involved with the Conservancy’s efforts to care for the island by collecting data, helping with research, planting dune grasses and more.

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Board Silly When you travel to the island, bring along your favorite longboard or shortboard for testing out the waves. Or, better yet, pack light and rent a board from the Sail Shop.

If you’re new to surfing, the Sail Shop offers group and private lessons.

Take a standup paddleboard (SUP) lesson or tour with Coastal Urge for a new way to explore the island’s waters. Stop by the Board Room on Keelson Row in Harbour Village for rentals, excursions and instruction. For good exercise and guaranteed laughs, rent a Sasquatch SUP and paddle along with up to six of your closest friends.

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Beach Bumming You can swim, splash, flip, frolic, dive and play in the waves to your heart’s content, but there’s more to do at the shore than just go for a swim.

Fourteen miles of beach offer a backdrop for building sandcastles, collecting shells or just watching the clouds float by. And with that much shoreline, there’s a lot of ground to cover. South Beach’s long stretch of sand is ideal for strolling and shelling. Along West Beach near Harbour Village, you’ll find kids playing in the shallow surf. Out on East Beach, the waves are typically bigger and the surfers and boogie boarders love the action.

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You (Don’t) Need a Bigger Boat Through the Bald Head Island Conservancy, you can take guided kayak or canoe tours with an expert naturalist. Expect to see egrets, ibises, herons, kingfishers, ospreys, bald eagles, and maybe even a dolphin or alligator on your tour. At the Sail Shop they offer guided trips along Bald Head Creek and Fishing Creek in single and double kayaks. These 90-minute tours are packed with history, stories and wildlife identification, but if you’d rather go out on your own, the Sail Shop is happy to provide you with a kayak or canoe, life jacket and paddle, and send you on your way. They even carry a few sit-on-top kayaks that you can use in the creek or on the ocean if you’re feeling especially adventurous.

You could also take it easy on the water and go sailing with the Sail Shop. Their 26’ J80 sailboats, Jive and Joyride, are perfect for a relaxing sail out on the Atlantic or along the inland waters of the Cape Fear River. If you’re interested, you can take sailing lessons on the J80, or kids from 8-13 can try their hand at sailing one of the Optimist Prams.

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And Now for Something Completely Different Riverside Adventure Company hosts out-of-the-box activities galore. Don’t miss their Archery Camp or Trivia Night at Will o’ the Wisp. Riverside’s signature event is Sunset Celebration, a street party with DJ Fray, dancing, s’mores and games, held weekly during the summer near Beach Access 5.

Step Back in Time Climb the 108 steps that carry you to the top of Old Baldy Lighthouse, commissioned by Thomas Jefferson, completed in 1817, and still standing today. When you reach the lanthorn room, you’ll enjoy an island panorama that will make you pause for a moment before pulling out your camera.

After you descend, take time to look through the Smith Island Museum of History where you’ll find artifacts revealing the daily duties of a lighthouse keeper. You’ll also learn about Fort Holmes, the Confederate gun battery that once housed 1,100 soldiers.

For a deeper dive into days gone by, take a historic tour from the Old Baldy Foundation and hear about brushes with pirates, the trio of lighthouses that have graced the island, and the brave lifesaving servicemen who once did duty at Cape Fear Station.

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For a tongue-in-cheek take on the island’s “haunted history,” sign up for a familyfriendly Ghost Walk offered

by Riverside Adventure Company’s entertaining scalawags during summer evenings.

At All About Art, the island’s much-loved art gallery, any number of classes and camps will have kids tapping into their creativity to make keepsakes of their own.

In Under the Sea, they’ll create mermaids, whales, crabs and sand dollars; in Mini Masters, they’ll explore different mediums and methods of making art; and in All Aboard, kids will create wooden plaques to take home. And that’s just the tip of the All About Art iceberg. There are other programs—like Wine-ing About Art and countless painting workshops—geared toward grown-ups, too.

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Fish On!

Fishing on the island can take many forms, from hiring a charter captain to take you to the Gulf Stream in search of tuna, to simply casting a line into the surf in hopes of hooking dinner. From the surf you can catch flounder, red drum, bluefish, mullet, pompano and Spanish mackerel. Speckled trout, grey trout, red drum, spots and flounder inhabit the creeks here, and whether you’re fishing from a dock, boat or kayak, you stand a chance of landing a beauty. If you decide to head offshore, your guide can pick you up in Harbour Village and put you on tuna, grouper, mackerel, dolphin, tarpon and even sailfish. Most guides provide licenses and equipment, but if you’re fishing from shore, be sure to have a valid North Carolina fishing license, which can be purchased online.

Sunset Celebration, half street party, half beach bash, takes place weekly during the summer in front of Delphina Cantina and along West Beach. From mermaids to pirates to jugglers, you never know who’ll make the scene. haven 33

If you’re renting, be sure to request a temporary membership in the Bald Head Island Club and the Shoals Club, so you can enjoy all the fun the island has to offer.

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Just for Sport Book a tee time at the Bald Head Island Club to play one of North Carolina’s most stunning golf courses. The course winds its way along the Atlantic Ocean and through the maritime forest, providing scenic views at every turn. If your swing’s a little rusty, head to the range where you can warm up, take a lesson from a PGA pro, or join a clinic and perfect your game.

If golf isn’t your thing, you can enjoy a tennis match on one of the Club’s four courts. Clinics, socials and private lessons for kids and adults are available with one of the U.S. Professional Tennis Association staff members during the summer.

While you’re here, take note of the immaculate croquet greenswards where the Bald Head Island Croquet Club plays, practices and holds prestigious international tournaments. From June to September they host Family Croquet, relaxed gatherings where you can learn how the game is played.

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When you’re ready to cool off, the Club’s 25-meter pool is open for lap swimming first thing in the morning, then open to everyone the remainder of the day. There’s a slide for kids 10 and under and a giggle-inducing Splash Pad for kids 12 and under. The Club also offers a robust summer camp program, including golf, tennis and swimming instruction; arts and crafts; games; and plenty of aquatic activities.

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Cape Crusading

The oceanfront Shoals Club, which overlooks the Point of Cape Fear, offers a spacious swimming pool, along with a baby pool for the little ones. When you’re ready for a change of pace, round up the family for a little friendly competition on the nearby volleyball or bocce ball courts.

Direct access to the cape is also a perk for members and temporary members of the Shoals Club. Just grab a towel, chair and umbrella, and hit the beach.

The Shoals Club has a calendar full of activities for kids, headed up by their friendly staff and mascot Gulliver, a sea gull who’s wisely chosen to make the island his home.

From pool parties to tiedyeing to craft hour, there are more chances to dance, splash, play and be a kid than you’d believe.

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B A L D H E A D ISL A N D 2 017

Special Events and Traditions 2017 is a big year for Bald Head Island. Old Baldy Lighthouse celebrates its 200th birthday and numerous special events mark each holiday. Make your plans early so you don’t miss a thing.

View more details at www.celebratebhi.com.

JANUARY 27

MAY 18-20

See the lighthouse’s newly installed ground lights illuminated for the first time.

Sign up for this offshore fishing tournament or just enjoy being a spectator as the boats come in with their catch. A portion of the event's proceeds benefit Old Baldy.

Inaugural Lighting of Old Baldy

MARCH 18

Badwater Cape Fear Ultra Marathon

Hardcore athletes won’t want to miss this fourth annual 51-mile or 50K-run along the island’s forested wynds and beaches.

Bald Head Island Fishing Rodeo

MAY 26-29

Memorial Day Weekend

Join us on the island as we kick off summer with style.

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MAY 29

This special time includes dining events at the BHI Club and Shoals Club, an egg hunt and an oyster roast.

Gather at the Old Baldy grounds as we honor fallen military service members with a choir, guest speakers and a color guard.

Easter Weekend

Memorial Day Service

APRIL 15

JUNE 2-4

Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon celebrating Old Baldy’s Birthday and take part in the Keeper’s Easter Egg Hunt on the lighthouse grounds.

Savor a weekend celebrating North Carolina food, art, spirits and history, with a portion of the proceeds donated to the Old Baldy Foundation.

Old Baldy 200th Birthday Party

North Carolina Treasures Weekend

MAY 10-13

JULY 1-4

Explore the world of quilting and its rich history with the Old Baldy Quilters and special guests.

Summer comes to a star-spangled climax during several days of nonstop islandwide events.

Quilters Week

Fourth of July Celebration

MAY 13

JULY 2

Treat mom to a memorable Mother’s Day tea party on the Old Baldy grounds and walk away with a one-of-a-kind painted parasol.

Enjoy great food, fellowship and entertainment on The Common at Cape Fear Station during this annual fundraiser for the BHI Conservancy.

Mommy and Me Art & Tea

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Bald Head Island Conservancy Picnic

Howl at the Moon Parties

JULY 4

Independence Day Annual Golf Cart Parade

Participate in Bald Head Island’s signature Golf Cart Parade by decorating your own cart.

AUGUST 4-6

National Lighthouse Day Weekend “Two Centuries of Light”

Pay tribute to Old Baldy’s 200 years of maritime history during a weekend featuring historic reenactors, Colonial Era food, a nighttime “Run for the Light” and more.

The Maritime Market invites everyone to meet at Beach Access 39 to watch the sun go down and the full moon come up each month.

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July 9 August 7 September 6 October 5 November 3 December 3

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Labor Day Weekend

Walk through time with Old Baldy Foundation’s islandwide Then and Now Home Tour and Founders Tribute Brunch at the BHI Club. Special parties at the BHI Club and Shoals Club add a fitting end to summer.

SEPTEMBER 13

Islandwide Employee Appreciation Day

Join us on the lighthouse grounds during this day to honor the many employees whose hard work makes the island run.

OCTOBER 6-8

Roast and Toast on the Coast

Don't miss this Southern Living Inspired Event weekend featuring a celebration of NC agriculture, a concert on The Common, an oyster roast, wine dinner and more, with a portion of the proceeds donated to the Old Baldy Foundation.

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Sunset Celebrations

Join us for this street and beach party hosted by Riverside Adventure Co. and sponsored by Bald Head Island Limited.

Sunday, May 28 during Memorial Day Weekend Every Monday from June 12 through August 21 Sunday, September 3 during Labor Day Weekend

Bluefish Bonanza

Take part in this fourth annual family-friendly shore fishing tournament hosted by the Bald Head Island Chamber of Commerce.

OCTOBER 27-29

Halloween Celebration

Kids can participate in a Trick-or-Treat Caravan, parties, costume contests and more.

NOVEMBER 23-25

Thanksgiving Holiday Events

Enjoy special dining events at the BHI Club and Shoals Club and decorate a tree for the Annual Old Baldy “Light Up the Holidays” event at the BHI Club.

DECEMBER 24-31

Christmas & New Year’s Eve Holiday Events

There’s no place like Bald Head Island for the holidays, with parties and special dining events taking place at several venues.

Turtle Trots

Run as fast or as slow as you’d like in this 5K where proceeds go to support the Bald Head Island Conservancy’s Sea Turtle Protection Program.

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CELEBRATING TWO CENTURIES OF LIGHT

Old Baldy Lighthouse and Smith Island Museum Summer Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9-5, Sun. 11-5 Off Season Hours: Tues.-Sat. 10-4, Sun. 11-4

Guided Historic Island Tour Tuesday, Friday, Saturday.

Tour package includes ferry, tour and admission to Old Baldy.

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

Join us for a year of celebrations commemorating Old Baldy Lighthouse’s 200th birthday.

See calendar of events on pgs. 36-37. www.oldbaldy.org, call (910) 457-7481, or visit us at 101 Lighthouse Wynd.

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Jim Brown Represents All Island Properties.

Let Jim Work For You.

You have a personal invitation to visit and learn all about Bald Head Island.

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

Jim loves sharing the island with families, who he says come here to unwind and get reacquainted.

Honesty, integrity and market knowledge position him to take care of each family’s individual real estate needs.

Jim is proud to provide both listing and selling services to clients. How can he put his 35 years of real estate experience to work for you?

“Just a final note to thank you for helping sell 3 Coquina Trail. You were patient, informed, helpful and always a steady pleasure to deal with. I am happy to be a reference for your services, anytime you might ask.” George and Cleary Simpson, New Canaan, CT

jimb@bhisland.com | 800-888-3707 or 910-457-7203 office | 910-540-8263 mobile | www.bhirealestate.com/jimbrown

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For the best BBQ you’ll find in our neck of the woods, stop by Honey’s for pulled pork, ribs, brisket and more, all cooked fresh daily in our onsite smoker. Pick up a take-out meal to feed a crowd or enjoy a sandwich and the view outside at our picnic tables. Don’t leave without scoring a bottle of Honey’s special homemade sauce to take home.

For large or evening orders, please call ahead.

SANDWICHES Includes your choice of Mac ‘n’ Cheese or Baked Beans, plus Slaw.

Pick a sauce: Honey’s BBQ Sauce, NC Vinegar or SC Mustard Pulled Pork Sandwich Smoked Brisket Sandwich

FEED THE FAMILY Family Pack (serves 4-6 people) Includes 2 pounds of Pulled Pork or Smoked Brisket (or one of each) Choice of two sauces: Honey’s BBQ Sauce, NC Vinegar or SC Mustard 2 Large Sides: Choose from Mac ‘n’ Cheese, Baked Beans or Slaw 3 Homemade Jalapeno Corn Bread Rounds

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Full Rack Half Rack

BEVERAGES Sweet or Unsweet Tea, Red Gatorade or Water

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Patricia Wingfield’s connection to Bald Head Island runs deep. She’s lived and worked here for 30 years and in that time has listed, sold, owned and rented many properties.

In other words, when it comes to any aspect of Bald Head Island real estate, Patricia has tackled it.

Patricia has a first-hand knowledge of the island’s diverse environments—marsh, river, ocean, fairway and maritime forest—and loves educating her clients about each of them. Nothing makes her happier than fitting the ideal property to the right person and keeping in touch after the sale to ensure a smooth transition.

Stop by the Bald Head Island Limited Real Estate Sales office in the harbor to meet with Patricia and let her put her experience and knowledge to work for you.

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FOCUS ON ISLAND LIVING. WE’LL FOCUS ON THE REST.

Building or remodeling on Bald Head Island can be challenging and stressful.

Choosing the right people is key to your project’s success.

Fortunately, you have REVEL. When you work with us, you don’t hire a contractor. You get a complete company that can handle the complete process from design to fully furnished and decorated—whether it’s a new build, addition or update.

And not only do we love Bald Head Island as much as you do, we’re experts with over 10 years of real estate experience on the island. So, along with our design skill and building experience, we bring local knowledge.

Let our team create your dream home. You’ll find REVEL is a dream to work with.

AWARD-WINNING DESIGN + CONSTRUCTION + INTERIORS

For more information call us at (910) 505-9191 or visit REVELbhi.com

Your Island Oasis THE BALD HEAD ISLAND CLUB

Whether you come for a round at one of the region’s premier golf courses, a savory culinary experience at one of four distinct dining venues, an unforgettable family getaway, a beautiful wedding reception or the vacation home of your dreams, you’ll discover an island oasis of fun and relaxation with year-round activities and amenities for all ages.

Inquire about Guest Memberships when planning your next stay!

Connect with us online for upcoming events: www.bhiclub.net | Tel. 910.457.7300

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NEW MEMBERSHIP

Offerings

We are now offering memberships of all categories to new property owners, existing property owners, as well as non-property owners alike. Three distinct classes are available to suit your lifestyle: Full Membership $37,500 | Lifestyle Membership $24,500 | House Membership $13,500 Now is the time to join a club that truly appreciates a “family” membership for all ages and relations.

Our Family and Friends Program is simply unique, as is Bald Head Island! For additional information, please contact the membership department by calling 910.457.7300 ext. 5004 or visit www.bhiclub.net/memberships.

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BHI clinic returns in 2017, more Dosher services Dosher now operates 10 primary care and other clinics across southern Brunswick County.

We also expanded several services over the past year.

Dosher Medical-Bald Head Island

This primary and urgent care clinic at the Public Safety Building, 253 Edward Teach Wynd, is set to return for the 2017 season, late May through September, 910-457-5252.

Dosher Wellness Center

This new facility at 3009 Medical Plaza Lane, Southport, is home to the family medicine practice of Drs. Kristos and Leigh Vaughan, Cardiac Rehabilitation, and satellite Physical Therapy, 910-454-1234.

Coming this year: A cardiology physician practice.

Photo by State Port Pilot

3D mammography

This high-tech diagnostic tool improves detection of invasive cancers by 40 percent. It’s the same equipment used at larger hospitals, 910-457-3948.

Emergency Department

Two national healthcare organizations have recognized our Emergency team for earning high patient satisfaction scores month in month out, for two years.

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This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Dosher does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, or sex.

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An Illustrious Past, a Bright Future, & New Secrets to Share

BY ODETTE EMBERT ARNOLD PHOTOGRAPHY BY HARRY TAYLOR & EMILY CHAPLIN

Old Baldy displays its once-white painted exterior. A tramway was used to transport materials from Bald Head Creek down to the Cape Fear Light at the end of what is now known as Federal Road.

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he stands as a revered icon of a beloved island. Soaring to a height of 110 feet, she rises above the majestic canopy of old growth trees rimming the marsh, providing the first glimpse of Bald Head Island for those returning from the mainland, river or sea. From her prominent position so near the harbor, she serves as a stunning and gracious host, welcoming all to the island—many who come specifically to visit her.

OLD BALDY LIGHTHOUSE Built : 1817 Height: 110’ Steps: 108; Landings: 5 North Carolina’s oldest standing lighthouse Lighthouse type: Federal octagon Construction: brick, covered with stucco Active aid to navigation: 1818-1935 Listed on National Register of Historic Places: 1975 Old Baldy Foundation established: 1985 Lighthouse and grounds deeded over to the foundation by the Mitchell family: 1987

As the oldest standing lighthouse in North Carolina, Old Baldy’s history is well established and well documented. So what new information could a 200-year-old monument possibly have to share?

Turns out, quite a bit.

BREAKING NEWS THAT’S CENTURIES OLD Maritime historian Kevin Duffus, author of four books about North Carolina history, has spent the past two years researching Old Baldy and the Cape Fear region. The result of his labors is a new book, published in the spring of 2017, to coincide with Old Baldy’s milestone birthday.

Mining the National Archives in Washington, D.C., Duffus uncovered a dozen or more facts and tidbits that were either previously unknown about Old Baldy and Cape Fear, or have been erroneously reported for many decades.

“I was shocked and pleased to discover such significant revelations,” said Duffus. “One of the greatest rewards for a research historian is to peer through

the door to the past and unexpectedly discover a trove of forgotten facts that have been buried for a hundred years or more. I have enjoyed this experience many times but never before have I uncovered more revelations than I have with this new history of Cape Fear.”

Among the topics addressed in his new work: the origins of the names Cape Fear and Frying Pan Shoals; facts about a Bald Head Island lighthouse predating Old Baldy, including its demise and where parts of it live on; a revered president’s objection to the nomination of a female lighthouse keeper; other location options for Old Baldy; revelations about her distinctive off-set lantern; the installation of the third-order lens considered the jewel in her crown; and how shortsighted the government was in its estimate of Old Baldy’s longevity. There’s even a forgotten secret: there is another lighthouse inside.

Proceeds from the sale of the book will benefit the Old Baldy Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the maintenance and preservation of Old Baldy Lighthouse. The foundation has launched a campaign to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for an ambitious plan that will take the lighthouse and its surrounding grounds into the next century.

FOUNDATIONAL SUPPORT According to Chris Webb, executive director of Old Baldy Foundation, an expanded museum building will provide much needed additional space to tell the stories of the three lighthouses and two lifesaving stations that have stood on the island. The Cape Fear Light First Order Fresnel Lens will have a new home, along with many artifacts currently in storage that haven’t been displayed because of lack of space. Bald Head Island Limited donated the land on which the new museum building will stand, and the current Keeper’s Cottage, which houses the small museum and gift shop now, will

The Keeper’s Cottage (top, right) houses the Smith Island Museum of History, home to a fascinating collection of artifacts, including period uniforms, nautical instruments and photographs. (Bottom, right) Things are always looking up for those who love Old Baldy.

become additional museum space with a library on the second floor.

Formed in 1985, the Old Baldy Foundation was the force behind the “Steps to the Top” campaign in the early 1990s that raised more than $125,000 to restore and renovate the lighthouse. In 1997, the foundation took out a loan to finance the building of a replica of a keeper’s cottage on the grounds, which opened in 2000.

For the first time ever, visitors were charged admission for the museum and lighthouse, with those fees and proceeds from the gift shop providing necessary funds for the

ongoing maintenance and long-term preservation efforts.

Old Baldy hosts nearly 30,000 visitors a year, in excess of 300 a day during the busy months. There is no state or federal funding for the lighthouse, and the Old Baldy Foundation covers expenses through revenue from admissions, retail sales, special events and historic tours.

Additionally, the foundation receives donations and grants earmarked for the new museum building and other programs, such as Lighthouse Learners. Fourthgraders statewide study North Carolina

history, and a grant for Lighthouse Learners underwrites the cost of transportation for school field trips. Webb said the foundation hosted nearly 900 children and chaperones in 2015.

“Children come from across the state, but it’s particularly significant that even some who live in Brunswick County, and have seen Old Baldy from across the river, have never visited the island,” said Susan Grantier, program coordinator for the Old Baldy Foundation. “Lighthouse Learners helps expose them to the region’s rich history in a fun and active way.” haven 49

DRAWN TO THE LIGHT During the weekend of August 5-7, 2016, in celebration of National Lighthouse Weekend, the Old Baldy Foundation hosted seven events in three days, including carnival-like festivities on the lighthouse grounds. Residents and visitors came to support Old Baldy and enjoy the fun and games, which included a magician, arts and crafts vendors, and plenty of food and drinks. Amy Alcocer, director of development for the Old Baldy Foundation, said the income from that weekend’s events would be used toward necessary lighthouse repairs addressing water infiltration issues.

Looking around at the gathering, Alcocer smiled. “There’s just a lot of love for Old Baldy,” she said. “People choose this location for so many momentous occasions.

They have children’s lighthouse-themed birthday parties here, and weddings with a miniature Old Baldy statue as the caketopper. People get engaged here and then come back with their kids years later.”

In the Hollywood version of that example, actor Keith Harris and his wife Emily brought their children, Ehver, 7, and Elijah, 5, to the August festivities. Keith was in two movies filmed at Old Baldy, Pirate Kids and Pirate Kids: Blackbeard’s Lost Treasure. Keith said he and Emily came to visit the lighthouse when they were dating, and wanted to show their kids where the pirate scenes were shot. The kids were especially keen to find the one in which Blackbeard’s skull is discovered.

Kim Mulherin, who was spending June through October of 2016 on her boat in the Bald Head Island Marina, enjoyed the day with her daughter Jackie and grandson Tavin, 6. “We love Bald Head Island and are all for contributing to keep it up and preserve it,” she said. “Old Baldy is one of our favorite lighthouses on the East Coast. She has a look like no other; a character all her own.”

The Harris family enjoyed the fun and games surrounding National Lighthouse Day, August 7, 2016.

AN INANIMATE OBJECT, A HUMAN TOUCH That personification of Old Baldy, as a grand and majestic lady, is common. But to Kim Gottshall and others, the real story of Old Baldy is the actual people who built her, saved her, and continue to care for her.

A member of the Old Baldy Foundation Board of Directors since 2003, Gottshall first got involved with the foundation in 2000. “I was spending the summer on the island,” she said, “and one morning, while taking my daily walk, I stopped by the Keeper’s Cottage on a whim and asked ‘what can I do?’ I’ve been here ever since.”

Gottshall makes her case for people as guardians for this symbolic structure, which was of course, originally built to protect human lives. “In the early days, it was the keepers and their families who were caretakers,” she said, “then the river pilots and lifesaving crews who objected to plans to abandon Old Baldy when the Cape Fear Light was built in 1903.

“So many people have played a role,” she continued, “from everyone who worked to patch the failing stucco, to the longtime residents who would sweep up after

birds nested in the lighthouse, from those who submitted the paperwork to have Old Baldy declared a historic structure, to today’s small staff, board of directors and volunteers.”

In fact, she summarized, everyone who ever paid admission to climb her or gave a dollar to help repair and restore her is part of Old Baldy’s story.

“It’s incredible when you think about it, but where would Old Baldy be without all of these people,” Gottshall asked, “and what would Bald Head Island be without its lighthouse?”

WANT TO HELP SHINE THE LIGHT? You can support Old Baldy in various ways.

Make a tax-deductible donation to: Old Baldy Foundation P.O. Box 3007, Bald Head Island, NC 28461 Volunteer your time at the lighthouse or in the gift shop, or ask the foundation for other ways to get involved.

Purchase an annual family pass for only $100 and climb as often as you’d like.

Buy a personalized, engraved brick for the memorial walkway around the oil house.

Take a historic tour of the island. Call 910.457.5003 for details.

DAVID WRAY

An Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. This coveted designation demonstrates to peers and consumers your commitment to providing outstanding service for real estate buyers.

David represents these qualities and will go the extra mile.

He began as a real estate broker as a senior at Appalachian State University, majoring in Real Estate and Urban Analysis. During his career, he was a CEO of oil & propane distribution companies, a retired EMT & Rescue volunteer, involved in state and local government, a member of the National Ski Patrol for over 40 years and a multiple Paul Harris Fellow. His life has lived up to Rotary International’s motto, “Service Above Self.”

David loves to be near the water. He is an avid cyclist and skier. He remembers his first trip on the ferry in 2004. “It was like all your worries disappeared.”

“I found working with David to be a wonderful experience.

I have never in my past real estate purchases, had an agent as helpful and knowledgeable. I found a very competent broker, but more importantly someone I now consider a true friend.“ Hickory, North Carolina

Let me know if I can assist you with your real estate needs.

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HENSON BUILDING CORP.

Bald Head Island’s Premier Custom Home Builder and Remodeling Specialist Steve Henson’s reputation as a builder on Bald Head Island is exceptional. With over 30 years of experience and the past 15 years as a resident of Bald Head, he knows the architecture, regulations and logistics required to build on the island. He is committed to quality and personal service with exceptional attention to detail, working alongside you throughout the process to make your dreams a reality.

Henson Building Corporation is an unlimited commercial and residential building contractor in North Carolina. Give Steve a call for a free consultation. You’ll be glad you did.

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AN UNFORGETTABLE DAY DESERVES AN UNPARALLELED SETTING.

Passenger ferry access, golf cart travel and exceptional natural beauty make Bald Head Island, North Carolina, a picture-perfect destination wedding site. Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, the island’s Shoals Club combines stunning views, exceptional service and culinary flair to create a remarkable venue for ceremonies and receptions. Contact us today to begin planning your unforgettable destination wedding.

N O RT H C A R O L I N A ' S P R E M I E R O C E A N F R O N T W E D D I N G V E N U E www.ShoalsClub.com | 910-457-3705

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ald Head Island might seem like it’s a world away from the bustle and lights of South Beach and the oak-lined avenues of Savannah, but when Coastal Urge brings a little bit of BHI to the harbors of Baltimore and the cobblestones of Charleston with our mobile Boatiques, we don’t feel so far from home after all.

In 2016 alone, we drove our decorated delivery vehicles— the custom golf carts you know and love to see scooting around the Island—to international boat shows and polo matches up and down the eastern seaboard, sharing our custom apparel and coastal lifestyle. Everywhere we went we saw friends from home—everyone, including us, looking forward to returning to BHI. There’s just something about the tidal flow of the salt marshes and breezes blowing through the Spanish moss covering the live oaks. Of the crunch of bike tires on gravel and the whoops of kiteboarders at East Beach.

We’ve been working and playing on Bald Head since 2010, enjoying the active coastal lifestyle. Whether it’s pedaling our Townie bikes along the boardwalks or paddling the Sasquatch SUP with six of our friends, every day is an adventure.

Our roots are in water sports, and we’ve been thrilled to bring the latest offerings to BHI. On your next visit, ask us how you can enjoy paddling and pedaling our gorgeous coastal paradise. We’re glad you’re here! And we’ll see you on the road when our Boatiques set off for new horizons.

Jeoffrey & Catherine – Founders, Coastal Urge

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“Stop in to the cafe on your way to and from the Island for a delicious snack or meal.”

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Doug Oakley: GOING TO GREAT HEIGHTS FOR CLIENTS… Whether serving his Bald Head Island clients or rescuing pets for “Pilots-N-Paws,” the sky’s the limit for the service real estate sales expert Doug Oakley provides.

If you’re starting your property search or listing your property for sale, let Doug’s inside knowledge and commitment to customers take your real estate sales experience to new heights.

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Explore. Dream. Discover. with Bald Head Island Vacations

Experienced property managers who are full-time island residents In-house marketing department for prompt response to marketing requests Strong Internet presence on all major search engines Professional and courteous maintenance and cleaning staff

Discover the difference with the Bald Head Island Vacations Property Management team.

We provide comprehensive and personalized services for vacationers as well as property owners. With your home in our care, you can rest assured that your property will be well managed and well maintained. We guarantee that both you and your guests will receive superior service backed with integrity, solid commitment and accountability. Your guests will arrive delighted and depart with plans to return to your island paradise.

Have you met Ellie Mae?

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THE FIRST FAMILY IN CAPE FEAR STATION’S SOUTHERN LIVING INSPIRED COMMUNITY HAS HIT THE GROUND RUNNING. ENJOY A PEEK INSIDE THEIR ISLAND BASE AND STEAL A FEW IDEAS FOR YOUR OWN INSPIRED VACATION HOME GETAWAY.

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STYLE MAKERS Meet the team that creates the magic of the Southern Living Inspired Community at Cape Fear Station: SOUTHERN STUDIO INTERIOR DESIGN A nationally recognized, award-winning firm based in downtown Apex, N.C., the firm’s mission is to provide a high level of creativity, integrity and personalized attention to every project.

They are members of the elite Designer Network.

“It’s a joy to work with the homeowners, to collaborate on what will work for their family and to make that happen.”

– Vicky Serany, Founder/Principal WHITNEY BLAIR CUSTOM HOMES

AS THE PARENTS OF THREE TEEN-AGED BOYS, NASHVILLE RESIDENTS SCOTT AND JENNIFER BLACKMAN TAKE HOMEWORK SERIOUSLY. So when the time came to look for a second home at the beach, they did a thorough search, from Florida to the Carolinas.

“I have great memories of my own childhood, staying with my grandparents on the Carolina coast,” said Scott. “Bald Head Island reminds me of those simpler times.”

Once they were sold on Bald Head Island, they next had to choose which of its many neighborhoods suited them best.

“We made a point of renting in various environments, so we could experience the whole island,” said Scott. “We saw the Inspired Home when it was nearly completed and we loved it.

Then this site, on the corner and across from The Common, was available, and it was perfect.”

As with all homeowners in the Southern Living Inspired Community at Cape Fear Station, the Blackmans worked closely with the builder and interior designer to make the home their own. With construction complete in May of 2016, the Blackmans moved in, becoming the community’s first family. Jennifer and the two youngest boys spent the entire summer on the island, while Scott and the oldest son balanced work and school commitments, visiting as often as possible.

“When we are on the island,” said Scott, “we are wholly immersed and inspired to live it up. We surf, fish, get out on the boat. Just like when I was a child, we’re outdoors all day, enjoying it all.”

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2016 Southern Living Builder of the Year, this highly regarded company specializes in Southern vernacular design and construction on the Carolina coast. They balance form and function, with a focus on energy and environmental efficiency.

“Every feature needs to be well thought out. Ultimately, proper proportion and scale make a space feel just right.”

– Jeff Sanderson, Founder/President ALLISON RAMSEY ARCHITECTS Based in Beaufort, S.C., this esteemed firm is known for their Lowcountryinspired home plans. Projects range from single-family homes to commercial mixed-use developments, and from design concepts to construction.

BALD HEAD ISLAND LIMITED, DEVELOPER The Southern Living Inspired Community represents the culmination of Bald Head Island Limited’s vision: To create a viable premier island community where people may live in harmony with nature and each other.

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Left page: The shiplap in the living areas carries through to the master bedroom. Sea mist green accents create the serenity vacationers dream of. This page, clockwise from left: The arched shower alcove took this upstairs bathroom from ordinary to extraordinary; to each his own—all three boys have a private retreat upstairs; a temperature-controlled wine closet is an indulgent surprise cleverly hidden under the stairs; the landing upstairs provides a morning bar (and midnight snack central) for the boys. haven 67

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Check out the Bald Head Island Chamber of Commerce website for all the tools you need to plan your visit, including insider information on events, accommodations, shopping and dining.

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Peruse a directory of Chamber Member businesses and learn how you can support this growing organization.

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Garrett Albertson:

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Many of Garrett Albertson’s new clients come as referrals from Bald Head Island property owners—the ultimate expression of trust. Whether having matched these owners with the right homes or assisted them with listing and selling their property, Garrett made a lasting impression.

For assistance with your Bald Head Island property search or guidance about listing your property for sale, contact Garrett today.

Garrett worked closely with the Blackman family to bring their Bald Head dream to reality, making them the first family to occupy a home in the new Southern Living Inspired Community at Cape Fear Station.

The Becherer family has purchased two island properties through Garrett and they are enjoying their new home in the island’s Harbour Village neighborhood.

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Whether the day’s plans include a picnic for two in a kayak, an oyster roast on the side porch, or a potluck cookout on the beach, the Maritime Market is here to help you break bread with family and friends.

Don’t spend time and energy lugging groceries over from the mainland. From fresh local seafood, to USDA Prime meats and local produce, to an extensive wine selection and gourmet deli, you’ll fi nd just what you’re looking for and more at the Market.

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

Stay in-the-know about wine tastings, “Howl at the Moon” parties and special café dinners by visiting the Market’s website, following the Market on Facebook, or by subscribing to Claude Pope’s emails about goings-on here and around the island. Don’t forget to call on Sweet Bay Catering for all your on-island special event needs, too.

Proudly owned and operated by island residents Claude & Melissa Pope.

Hours vary seasonally | 8 Maritime Way | 910-457-7450 www.facebook.com/MaritimeMarket | claudepope@yahoo.com

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GOOD FOOD makes for GOOD TIMES.

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WHAT HER CLIENTS ARE SAYING SAYS IT ALL.

Lindsay Farris With a commitment to providing great service before and after the sale for her clients, real estate professional Lindsay Farris’ track record speaks for itself: “While visiting Bald Head Island, we ran into Lindsay Farris at the Maritime Market. As happens to many visitors, we quickly fell in love with Bald Head Island. Lindsay was professional and courteous and did not pressure us in any way, and soon, we found our ideal home.

During our contact with Lindsay, we became close friends and will remain so. Our experience with Lindsay was the best of the lot. We would highly recommend Lindsay if you are looking for an agent in the area.”

- The Adamses, Mill Spring, NC

Contact Lindsay today so she can help find the perfect Bald Head Island home or homesite for you.

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T H I S EVENI NG’S SPE C I A L S Ex qui si te Cock t a il s Di vi ne Di she s Epi c O cean Vi e ws

Offering lounge and deck seating at the Shoals Club. open seasonally | 910-454-4850 | shoalsclub.com

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

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

Join the clubs and join in on the fun.

1-800-722-6450 | 88 Keelson Row

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Summer Kids B Y T E RI KEL LY | P H OTO G R A P H Y BY MIL L IE H O L LO MA N PHOTOGRAPHY

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meet the neighbors

Cast of Characters (top row): John Daly, Gavin Mathan, Caden Bariglio, Jack Hayes, Matthew Kelly; (bottom row): Elena Mathan, Carolina Bariglio, Cora Bariglio, Julia Pasin, Megan Kelly, Crawford Thompson, Milo Williams.

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Ahhh...Sweet Summertime.

As my family and I relax on the ferry ride over to Bald Head Island, we talk about all the things we’ll do on the island this summer. “Mom, can I ride down to the Sail Shop and get a Luna Pop? ” asks my 10-year-old daughter Megan. This ritual is her favorite. “I want to jump off the dock,” Matthew, my energetic 13-year-old, tells me. As they go on about the many things they want to see and do on the island, I assure them we have plenty of time, we’ll get it all in.

Every year when I ask my kids what they want to do this summer, the answer is always the same.

“Go to Bald Head,” they tell me in tune with one another. For the past 15 years, my family has come to this magical place. After all this time, the island never fails to charm us, and with each visit our attachment grows stronger. Our lives on the mainland are so hectic that we love the slower pace that an island vacation brings. No schedules, just tides. No duties, just fun. No waiting in lines, no rushing here and there. The absence of cars automatically relaxes me.

As we unload our stuff into our rental home for our annual month-long vacation, my kids’ phones start buzzing. Texts are coming in left and right, all from their summer friends. Let’s skateboard, let’s surf, let’s boogie board . . .. In short order their iPhones will get put away and be replaced by bikes, surfboards and skateboards as they reconnect with their friends.

Returning to Bald Head over the years, we’ve been fortunate to meet families that value the island as much as we do. Many of us spend time together in the summer and then come back for long weekends and holidays throughout the year. One of my newest friends is Kelley Williams, whom I met through another island connection and who owns a second home in Surfman’s Walk. “We return to Bald Head every summer because we have developed an entire Bald Head family,” Kelley explains. “It’s an extension of who we are. We love that we can share this experience with people that feel the exact same way about a place that is so special and loved.”

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After settling in and getting a good night’s sleep, our summer routine begins. Most days, like today, several of the summer kids meet up and head out on their own for breakfast. Milo, Carolina, Cora, Julia, Elena and Megan are given the freedom to ride their bikes through the forest canopy and down to the Maritime Market Cafe, their parents encouraging independence. The eldest member of the group is 12. “Here, they’re able to grow in a safe environment where they’re given freedom to explore and be who they are and learn and make mistakes, while we as parents are here to help them along,” says Amanda Bariglio, mother to Caden, 12, Carolina, 10, and Cora, 8. She and her husband were among the first families to purchase a home in Sumner’s Crescent almost a decade ago.

While some of the kids are busy grabbing breakfast, another contingent heads to the shore to check out the waves and see which beach promises the best conditions for surfing. East Beach it is. The weather is beautiful and the day promises to be spectacular.

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As Caden, Matthew, Gavin, John and Jack paddle through the water on their boards, each anxious to catch the first wave, both their camaraderie and their competitiveness are evident. After breakfast, Carolina, Julia and Elena get in the water and show their stuff, too. Once they've caught a few swells, Matthew and Caden take to the shore to do a little skim boarding. As the waves die down, the rest of the kids come out of the water and the action moves to the sand. Pick-up games of whiffleball, soccer and paddleball have the entire crew playing together. “BHI is a throwback to my childhood. Our kids get the freedom to go, and as parents we enjoy the freedom of letting them go.

This, being at the beach, is their camp,� says Kelley, whose son Milo, 8, is right in the thick of it.

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After several hours at East Beach, the kids are ravenous. Everyone begs to take a short ride up to Mike’s Bites for lunch. The boys head over together on bikes and the girls aren’t far behind. Hot dogs, ChocoTacos and Italian ice are a few of the kids’ go-to choices.

“One of John’s favorite things about coming to Mike’s Bites on Bald Head is being called ‘Johnny Buns,’” Julie Daly laughs as she explains her 10-year-oldson’s nickname. “He always orders a hot dog ‘John’s Way,’ which is without the dog, so his friends started calling him Johnny Buns.” John grins and nods before biting into a bun holding ketchup and nothing else.

“Good old fashioned fun like this, where they can ride to the store, ride their bikes to get ice cream and meet their friends to play are what we love about the island,” Tamara Pasin, Julia’s mom, tells me. The Pasins recently built a home along South Beach after renting for several years. “The kids have had the fondest memories the last couple of years. They’ve met a ton of friends and they can actually just be kids.” haven 85

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The afternoon sun is high as the kids start discussing their next game plan. Sunset Celebration in the harbor, or “downtown” as some call it, is tonight. “If we head down there early, we can skateboard and play some football,” Matthew suggests to the boys.

After bikes, skateboards are the preferred mode of transportation for these kids. Even the girls get in on it.

As the group heads home to clean up, I pause and think about some of the conversations I’ve had with the other moms, each sharing the magnetic pull of the island. “After visiting several beaches in North Carolina, we found there was nothing else like Bald Head Island,” Kim Mathan, mother to Gavin, 13, and Elena, 10, told me earlier in the day.

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“I know of no other place where you can take a 20-minute ferry ride to relax and disconnect,” said Kim. “We bought here to create memories for our kids. In the coming years we hope to continue to come to Bald Head, to create new memories, and meet new people from all over the world.”

As the moms reconvene near the harbor and the kids skateboard and play a little football, the sun starts its descent on West Beach. In short order, Sunset Celebration is in full swing—music blaring, hula hoops swirling, bonfire blazing. Cora and Julia get front and center to show off their moves. Then the party moves to the beach, and the long day climaxes with splashing in the surf and roasting s’mores around the fire.

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As the sky grows dark, I think about all the good times I’ve spent on this island and the long summer days left ahead for these lucky kids. Kelley echoes my thoughts when she speaks of friends who share a love of place. “Bald Head is a unique environment,” she says. “It’s for some, but not for everyone. When you find people that appreciate it and love it like you, it’s a joy to be able to spend the summer with them.”

Right on cue, our friend Julie walks up, soaking up the scene. “Where else on Earth do the stars shine bright as lights?” she asks. I couldn’t agree more.

HARRY TAYLOR PHOTOGRAPHY www.harrytaylorphoto.com | 910.540.0793

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

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

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

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

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

www.oldbaldy.org or 910.457.7481

DISCOVER A FRESH PERSPECTIVE ON ISLAND REAL ESTATE.

Stephanie Stephens

Originally from Maryland, Stephanie moved to the South in 2012, and considers herself a Southern-Life convert! Along with her love of crab cakes, she brings to the team a fresh perspective and new energy to real estate sales on the island. She believes whether buying or selling on Bald Head Island, the process should be seamless. Stephanie is here to answer any questions and be the most informed island resource for you every step (or golf cart ride) along the way!

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At Mojo's on the Harbor, we're here to help you celebrate good times and great food with family and friends. Our atmosphere is relaxed and kid-friendly, and our views are the best on the island.

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FRESH LOCAL SEAFOOD • SUSHI • STEAKS • PASTA • BURGERS DESSERTS • WINE • BEER • COCKTAILS Along with lunch and dinner year round, watch the big game in our lounge, or enjoy a craft cocktail at our bar under the stars. Our second story deck is available for weddings with a view, rehearsal dinners, farewell brunches and private parties, too. Reserve your event today!

16 Marina Way • Hours Vary Seasonally • 910·457·7217

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BRINGING AN OWNER’S PERSPECTIVE TO SERVING YOU

Jennifer Van Ness has always felt that one of the greatest gifts she, and her husband Jim, ever gave their children was Bald Head Island. Now Jennifer enjoys sharing the gift of Bald Head with others and helping them with all of their island real estate needs.

Whether buying for the first time or upgrading to a larger home, Jennifer prides herself on giving exemplary customer service through her attention to detail and focus on her customers’ needs.

When not at our office in the marina, you can find Jennifer running the wynds of Bald Head, playing tennis at the Bald Head Island Club, out on the water with Jim and their children Ashton and Hank, or enjoying the beach with her dog Oliver.

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jvanness@bhisland.com | 800-888-3707 or 910-454-4897 office | 804-356-6480 mobile | www.bhirealestate.com/jennifervanness

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MOST EXPERIENCED REAL ESTATE AGENT • Most transactions completed 1996-2014 • Family Built 1st House on Bald Head (1973) • Most Property Sold • More Experience

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A Big Ol’ Mess

{EQUALS} Real Big Fun!

Mojo’s is taking reservations for private parties of 10 or more for a good ol’ fashioned low country boil. Gather ‘round as we serve up a bubbling pot of spicy seafood goodness, including your choice of lobster, clams, mussels, local shrimp, corn, potatoes and some spicy sausage steamed up with lemon and all dumped quite unceremoniously on a picnic table.

Add an ice-cold beer or bottle of wine, some crispy bread, a beautiful BHI sunset and you have a perfect island evening.

910-457-7217 | 48 hours notice

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Great Food Finds

BALD HEAD ISLAND PRESENTS MORE CHOICES FOR SAVORING GOOD FOOD AND DRINK THAN YOU MIGHT THINK AT FIRST GLANCE. THE TRICK IS IN KNOWING WHERE TO LOOK.

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Anchoring the island’s harborside food scene are several restaurants that share a laid-back attitude but offer completely different menus. Delphina Cantina presents

Latin-inspired dishes made with love by Executive Chef Carlos Rojas and his talented kitchen staff. Born in Veracruz, Mexico, Carlos credits his grandmother with inspiring

him to become a chef. “It was amazing to watch her cook in an outdoor brick oven over an open fire,” he says. Delphina’s most popular menu items include the tequila-

marinated shrimp tacos and the Cubano, a twist on the classic Cuban sandwich. In the summertime, you’ll want to visit the restaurant’s nearby Luna Forest, an outdoor patio

with beaucoup atmosphere and ice cold beer, along with a wide variety of nibbles.

Follow the smell of coffee and waffle cones to Sandpiper Ice Cream & Coffee, also

next door to Delphina. Early risers will appreciate its 7:30 a.m. opening time and

premium java, while late night snackers will happily wait in line for homemade ice cream and milk shakes. Yum!

A short walk away, you’ll find MoJo’s on the Harbor, operated by John and

Andrea Pitera. This lively, sprawling venue with indoor and outdoor tables serves

up, arguably, the island’s most dramatic water views. The menu is heavy on seafood, as you’d expect, but also has a nice selection of pasta dishes. If you’re here in the

warmer months, try the sushi and sashimi prepared by a master chef. Many evenings include live music, or later into the night, if the mood is right, karaoke. “We want you

to have fun, to party, to let loose a little bit,” says John. Right next door the Piteras have opened a new venture, Honey’s BBQ, where you can dine outside at picnic tables or

grab your meal to go. Along with pulled pork and brisket, the restaurant specializes in

slow-cooked ribs. Honey’s smokes its pork overnight, so when it’s gone, it’s gone. Call ahead to make sure you have your big family take-out order lined up.

In the warmer months, enjoy beer and wine while you watch the boats come and

go from the deck at Will o’ the Wisp, just around the corner from MoJo’s. A quick

call to Marina Pizza (operating out of Delphina’s kitchen), gets you an easy dinner delivered. Or simply snack on popcorn and nuts while you sip that Pinot.

ISLAND EATS BALD HEAD ISLAND CLUB VENUES The Grille, Palms and Pelicatessen 1 Saltmeadow Trail 910-457-7300 www.bhiclub.net Delphina Cantina & Luna Forest 10 Marina Wynd 910-457-1222 www.delphinacantina.com Honey’s BBQ 16 Marina Wynd 910-457-5959 www.honeysbbqbhi.com Marina Pizza 10 Marina Wynd 910-457-1226 www.delphinacantina.com/marina-pizza Maritime Market Café 8 Maritime Way 910-457-7450 www.maritimemarketbhi.com Mike’s Bites 700 Federal Road MoJo’s on the Harbor 16 Marina Wynd 910-457-7217 www.mojosontheharbor.com Sandpiper Coffee & Ice Cream 10 Marina Wynd 910-457-1222 www.delphinacantina.com/sandpiper SHOALS CLUB VENUES AQUA, Latitudes and Sandbar Grille 100 Station House Way 910-454-4850 www.shoalsclub.com Will o’ the Wisp 96 Keelson Row 910-457-6844

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Nestled in the middle of the island, you’ll find the

Maritime Market Café, recently expanded to be more than three times its previous size. A bank of

windows floods the cheerful space with light, and

you’ll also have your mood lifted by the salad bar, pizza by the slice, and array of gourmet sandwiches, wraps and burgers. If you plan to get an early start, the café can’t be beat for breakfast. Along with

everyday offerings like pancakes and biscuits, you’ll want to sample the chef’s daily specials, which could be stuffed French toast, a Belgian waffle or savory eggs Benedict. Owner Claude Pope is also known to host side-porch oyster roasts and wine dinners at the café on occasion, prepared by Executive Chef Chip Pridgen.

If you’re out on East Beach and find yourself

hungry, Mike’s Bites, located in a small brick

building near the foundation of the Cape Fear Light,

specializes in fresh sandwiches and hot dogs. Kids will love its wide variety of Italian ice flavors and popsicles, too.

A full or temporary membership (available through your rental company) opens the

door to three different dining venues at the Shoals Club, overlooking the Cape Fear Point. The most casual is the Sandbar Grille, located poolside. The grille’s menu presents

Caribbean, Asian, Southwest and local Cape Fear influences that focus on light, fresh

ingredients. Recent favorites include the jerk tuna sandwich with Hawaiian slaw and Chipotle aioli, and the Maine lobster salad with fresh basil, avocado, asparagus and

pine nuts. Don’t fear—if you have less adventurous palates in your party, chicken fingers, burgers and pizza are always available, too.

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Watch the sun go down over the ocean while you dine

al fresco or in the lounge at Latitudes Wine Bar at the Shoals Club. The restaurant’s small plates may inspire

you to order several and share with your tablemates.

Smoked trout with parsnip chips, spring rolls with lump

crab meat and prosciutto, and seasonal flatbreads

will make your mouth water. Oftentimes an acoustic guitarist lends additional atmosphere to the scene.

Don’t leave the island without experiencing

AQUA, the Shoals Club’s premier dining venue.

Seafood lovers will swoon at the restaurant’s locally sourced fish and shellfish. Club Chef Caitlyn Fisher

relies heavily on local vegetables and cheeses, too, so the menu changes with the seasons. “We’ll be emphasizing locally sourced ingredients even more in 2017,” says the chef. If you don’t enjoy seafood, a beautifully prepared beef filet typically appears on the

menu, along with creative options for vegetarians like an end-of-summer tart made with homemade goat cheese and ricotta custard with roasted vegetables.

Located along South Beach, the Bald Head

Island Club offers several dining options for members

and temporary members. The casual Pelicatessen, known by locals simply as the Peli, is open year-round for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Along with kid-friendly

grilled cheese sandwiches, chicken fingers and

burgers, you’ll find fried seafood baskets, gourmet

sandwiches and lighter salads. Their pizzas are popular as well, with gluten-free varieties available.

The Palms and Palms Terrace at the Club provide

a pub-style atmosphere and the convenience of open

seating—no reservations required for lunch or dinner.

Along with a hearty meal, you’ll enjoy the views of

the croquet greensward and golf holes #10 and #18.

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Steak lovers will appreciate the variety of cuts offered

here, along with pork, lamb and veal chops. Seafood is always on the menu, too, with grouper and mahi-

mahi especially popular. Stop by the Sunday brunch buffet at The Palms and grab a seat on the terrace for a perfect start to your day.

Club dining becomes more upscale at The Grille,

open for lunch and dinner. Start with the roasted Carolina oysters and you can’t go wrong. Make sure someone in your party orders the cioppino, a fennel-

tomato broth seasoned with garlic and Sauvignon

blanc brimming with mussels, clams, shrimp, halibut and lobster. Duck breast, osso bucco and your choice of steak cuts round out the menu. Bon appetit!

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fter sailing their 40-foot sloop “Soothsayre” from the Chesapeake Bay throughout the Bahamas for two years, Wendy Wilmot and her husband Andy Sayre navigated their course to Bald Head Island. In July of 1995, they pulled into their slip and put down roots calling Bald Head homeport for the first time since Andy’s initial purchase in 1984.

Navigate Your Way To A New Island Treasure: Antique Maps & More Andy and Wendy enjoy being a part of the Island community and all the Island has to offer. Andy has been in construction and real estate development his entire professional life. Here on Bald Head Island, he has served on the Village Council since 1997 and as Mayor since 2009. Since 1996, Wendy has been selling properties on Bald Head Island and in 2004 she started her own company, Wendy Wilmot Properties. The WWP Team is a friendly group of local personalities with unparalleled Island knowledge. WWP expanded into Vacation Rentals in 2011 and into Private Home Care in 2012 to offer additional services to their growing clientele.

Now in 2017, Wendy and Andy are adding an exciting new retail enterprise headquartered at 6D Merchants Row: Antique Maps and More!

“Antique Maps & More is a new venture for us,” said Andy. “We aren’t map experts, but we are enthusiasts.

Our search for historical maps has allowed us to combine our love of travel with our appreciation for BHI’s history. We’ve met some fascinating people who had maps of the Cape Fear Region, but no real knowledge of Bald Head Island.”

Andy, Wendy, and first mate Max

and allow you to imagine more romantic times at sea — from sailing with pirates like Blackbeard and Stede Bonnet, dashing in and out of the river with the blockade runners, or searching for the ghost of Aaron Burr’s daughter, Theodosia, on Frying Pan Shoals. Maps are unquestionably works of art,” she continued, “but in this digital age, they are becoming a lost art.”

The historical maps are beautiful additions to Island cottage interiors, as well as to homes and offices off-Island, as a reminder of this special place. The store’s location at 6D Merchants Row, next door to All About Art, makes shopping easy for all types of art and Island memorabilia.

Aside from selling historic maps, Antique Maps & More offers complimentary Scavenger Hunt maps, Nature Maps and the famed WWP real estate maps.

Created with exceptional detail, these maps are excellent navigational tools for people wishing to look at real estate, and they provide for family fun for groups wanting to learn more about the Island.

“We invite folks to stop by and share their interests with us,” said Wendy “and we’re always thrilled to share our expertise of Bald Head Island.”

Located on the first floor of WWP’s offices, the store features handsomely framed maps spanning several centuries; produced not only in America, but also from several European countries. The oldest map dates to 1610.

“Bald Head Island is filled with stories, legends and myths,” said Wendy. “Maps can take you back in history In Antique Maps & More, you’ll find: BestOfBaldHead.com 910.470.0000 6D Merchants Row

Retail Historical Maps

Scavenger Hunt Maps

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Swim Trunks, Flip Flops, Polos, Button Downs, Tunics, and much more for Men, Women, and Kids!

Shopping BALD HEAD ISLAND OFFERS AN ASSORTMENT OF SHOPPING OPTIONS, FROM BASICS LIKE GROCERIES AND BEACH ACCESSORIES, TO MEN’S AND WOMEN’S FASHION, TO GIFT ITEMS FOR JUST ABOUT EVERYONE ON YOUR LIST. ALL ABOUT ART Located along Merchant’s Row and Maritime Way, All About Art features works by some of the area’s best artists, as well as nationally recognized artists. They also offer classes, workshops and events for adults and kids year-round. The popular “Wine-ing About Art” is an adult painting class that encourages aspiring artists to bring a bottle of wine and work on a landscape painting in the studio.

ANTIQUE MAPS AND MORE Right beside All About Art, Antique Maps and More presents an eclectic mix of historical maps dating back to the 1600s, nautical charts and other items to inspire cartography lovers, history buffs and travelers.

BALD HEAD BLUES Next door to the Maritime Market, Bald Head Blues presents high-style men’s and women’s apparel with a relaxed attitude.

From polo shirts to canvas shorts, needlepoint belts to key fobs, you’ll find a wide array of clothing and accessories that celebrate the coastal way of life.

BALD HEAD ISLAND CLUB GOLF SHOP Adjacent to the Clubhouse, the Golf Shop carries a variety of men’s and ladies’ golf, croquet and casual apparel. You can also shop for golf equipment and accessories, and rent clubs or shoes for a day on the links. Schedule your tee times, court times and golf clinic times here, too.

BALD HEAD ISLAND CLUB TENNIS SHOP Located next to the pool, the Tennis Shop carries a variety of men’s, women’s and children’s apparel from Nike and Adidas.

You’ll also find the women’s tennis line Lucky in Love, as well as Babolat racquets, strings and athletic shoes.

BEACH & BABY EQUIPMENT RENTAL Beach & Baby has families covered with full-size cribs, high chairs, baby monitors, swings and more for rent by the day or week. Beach rentals include bocce ball sets, beach carts, chairs and tents. Online reservations at www.BaldHeadBabies.com.

CARY CART COMPANY With a showroom located along Edward Teach Wynd, Cary Cart Company is an authorized dealer for Club Car, Garia and Atomic electric golf carts. The company also provides maintenance for all electric cart brands, as well as gas- and diesel-powered vehicles. Their Golf Cart Rental Shack, located steps from the ferry landing, is your one-stop-shop for cart rentals. Book ahead online at www.BHICarts.com.

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

COASTAL URGE BOARD ROOM The Board Room, located in the harbor, is your headquarters for all things standup paddleboard (SUP) related. Rent boards or book lessons and tours with one of Coastal Urge’s knowledgeable staff. Kiteboarding lessons are also available here. Online booking is available at www.CoastalUrge.com.

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

DOCKMASTER CONVENIENCE STORE Overlooking the Bald Head Island Marina, the Dockmaster carries marine and fishing supplies, souvenirs, ice, snacks and a limited supply of grocery items.

THE FRIENDLY FOX Located inside Riverside Adventure Co., this lively toy shop stocks a creative selection of games, toys, puppets, books and cool stuff for kids of all ages.

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

ISLAND HARDWARE & MAINTENANCE Centrally located near the Maritime Market, Island Hardware & Maintenance is a fully stocked hardware store that sells a large variety of home improvement items including, but not limited to, tools, housewares, grills, garden supplies, beach gear and toys.

ISLAND PASSAGE Specializing in comfortable clothing for men, women and children, Island Passage ensures you’re in style for all your Bald Head Island adventures. If you’re looking for your favorite beach brands like Quicksilver, Billabong, Roxy, Rainbow and Reef, head here. They also stock a large selection of T-shirts, logo apparel and gifts, as well as brands like Free People, YA, Sam Edelman, Dolce Vita, Hobo, French Connection, Echo, Jantzen and more.

ISLAND RETREAT SPA AND SALON Located near the Maritime Market, Island Retreat is a fullservice spa specializing in pampering you while on vacation.

Services focus on skincare, massage, hair and nails for men and women. Schedule services such as facials or peels at the start of your vacation and return home looking completely revitalized. Bridal packages are available that can have your entire wedding party feeling relaxed and looking their best for the big day. Book services online at www.IslandRetreatSpa.com.

MARITIME MARKET The Maritime Market is a full-service supermarket that offers grocery staples and a whole lot more, including natural and organic foods; rare and vintage wines and craft beers; homemade pastries and breads; organic produce, gluten-free items, USDA Prime Beef, locally sourced seafood; and a fullservice deli with Boars Head cold cuts, house-made salads and artisan cheeses. Other conveniences offered at the Maritime Market include grocery delivery to your home prior to arrival, sunbathing products, magazines, personal care items, overthe-counter medications, a movie rental kiosk and an ATM. The Maritime Market also has an adjoining café serving breakfast and lunch daily, along with freshly made pizza and ice cream during the summer season. Order groceries online at www.MaritimeMarketBHI.com.

RIVERSIDE ADVENTURE COMPANY Located near the ferry landing, Riverside Adventure Company rents bicycles, beach chairs and umbrellas. Shop for logo T-shirts, hats, sunglasses, gifts and souvenirs. Along with a

wide variety of men’s and women’s fashion, the shop offers a great selection of shirts for children. Numerous brands including Escapada, Kahala, Johnnie-O, Tervis, Sanuk, Vintage Havana, Freaker, Suncloud, Cabana Life, Simply Southern, Spirit, Kavu, Kooriginal, Sun Bum and Legacy Hats are well represented. Online reservations for bikes and beach rentals are available at www.RiversideAdventure.com.

ROOM SERVICE If you’re looking to furnish your beach house or take a bit of coastal style back home with you, look no further than Room Service, found along Maritime Way. They offer a fresh mix of new and vintage home decorative items and gifts, including rugs, lamps, throw pillows, picture frames, bedding and kitchenware, in addition to furniture. Room Service is also a design resource center, employing professional designers to help with choosing fabrics and paints, and aid in making other home décor decisions.

THE SAIL SHOP Located on Keelson Row in the harbor, the Sail Shop is your outdoor activity center for both fashion and recreation on Bald Head Island. It has a great retail selection with a coastal vibe for men and women. Brands include Lokai, Jetty, Somedays Lovin, East Beach Surf Apparel, Ella Vickers, Havianas, Pukka Hats, Sanuk and Legacy Hats. Rentals include kayaks, canoes and surfboards. The Sail Shop also offers guided and unguided kayak tours, surfing lessons, kayak fishing expeditions, fun sails and sailing instruction.

SILVER PEDDLER The Silver Peddler is known for their discriminating collection of sterling silver jewelry. All jewelry is hand selected, from classical originals to the rare, precious gemstone Larimar. Find charming gifts, home décor, body products and a pewter collection, many of which are exclusive to the Silver Peddler.

The shop is also home to the BHI sterling silver destination bracelet and many more one-of-a-kind keepsakes.

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

TURTLE CENTRAL For the finest and most unique environmentally oriented gifts, books, toys, jewelry and apparel, a visit to Turtle Central, located on the Bald Head Island Conservancy Campus, is a must. Sales help fund the Conservancy’s initiatives, including the Sea Turtle Protection Program. Stop by or visit the online store at www.BHIC.org/store.

folio ISLAND COLORS AND TEXTURES

Bring a touch of Bald Head Island into your home with furniture and accessories offered by Room Service on Maritime Way. Decorate for any season using simple, natural materials and colors inspired by the sea, earth and sky.

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DEEP POINT MARINA 33˚ 55.872’ N - 77˚ 59.772’ W • Across from red Cape Fear River buoy #20 • 82 slips accommodating vessels up to 102’ with 8’ draft at MLW • Lighted entrance channel • 30-, 50- and 100-amp electric hookups • Gas, diesel fuel & marine pump-out • Cable TV & wireless internet service • Harbormaster building with laundry, showers, ship’s store and pool • Convenient to Southport’s downtown restaurants, shopping and historic district • Adjacent to the Bald Head Island Mainland Ferry Terminal • Overnight rates are $1.20 per foot, 24’ minimum

Located along the Cape Fear River in Southport, NC, Deep Point Marina offers comfortable dockage for both large and small vessels, along with easy ocean, ICW and river access. Slips are available for lease on a daily, monthly and annual basis.

The Harbormaster Store, open to the general public as well as marina guests, offers beverages, snacks and ice. Transient boaters and annual slipholders enjoy use of the swimming pool, shower and laundry facilities.

1301 Ferry Road, Southport, NC Call 910-269-2380 today or email dpmarina@bhisland.com, or use VHF channel 16. www.DeepPointMarina.com

For All Your Boating Needs Boating and fishing supplies Snacks and provisions Beer and ice BHI Marina logo wear

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

The Bald Head Island Marina is a convenient base for mariners cruising the Intracoastal Waterway, Cape Fear River and Atlantic Ocean, or for those who wish to explore and experience the island. The 10-acre, protected harbor is framed by floating docks and surrounded by private homes, restaurants, an inn and shops. Bald Head Island Limited is pleased to announce the release of new Slip Units in the Bald Head Island Yacht Club, A Condominium*, offered for the first time ever as deeded interest ownership. For more information about this exciting opportunity, contact Bald Head Island Limited Membership Sales today.

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

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

For yacht club sales information, call 800-722-6450 or 910-457-7334.

www.baldheadislandmarina.com *Unit purchase is subject to approval for membership in the Bald Head Island Yacht Club.

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2017 FERRY SCHEDULE

PLEASE MAKE RESERVATIONS FOR ALL TRANSPORTATION SERVICES To Island: (910) 457-5003 To Mainland: (910) 457-5006 www.BaldHeadIslandFerry.com

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Schedule Key Ferry Service Not Available Tram Service Not Available Service offered during May through September only. from 2nd ° Offered Saturday of June through Labor Day Weekend

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Supplemental ferry service departing Deep Point on the half-hour may be provided on holidays as needed. See Notices posted at terminal prior to the holiday for details. All times are departure times from terminal listed.

Of course Neverland had been make-believe in those days; but it was real now . . .

- J.M. BARRIE

By Josh Durham

EVERY TIME I WATCH THE FERRY’S WIDE WAKE push Southport, and the mainland, further away, I am reminded of the world J.M. Barrie created more than a hundred years ago.

Neverland. Barrie described it as magical place in which there are not “tedious distances between one adventure and another.” Bald Head is likewise such a place. It is full of adventures, and it takes very little effort for my children and me to find them. We bike.

We climb Old Baldy. We explore. We ride the waves. Sometimes we even see pirates.

And, of course, on Neverland, time permits our hero, Peter Pan, to never grow up.

On the mainland, time affords us no such luxury. It moves so much differently there, quickly and quietly robbing us of our years.

We know too well that time does this, yet we are always surprised at just how easily it accomplishes its task, especially when our long ago days seem so close and the details so clear that we might, if we tried, reach out and touch them. But we know we can’t, because time has claimed those days for itself.

On Bald Head, we need not worry. Time on the island is much more kind, and it allows us to feel each moment so much more deeply. I remember well the day we took this picture and how our daughter, with her toes in the Bald Head waters, was having the time of her not fully two-year-old life. I can just make out her

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Such is how time is here on our family’s Neverland.

Anyone who visits, though, will hear a different name for Bald Head’s magic. The islanders and regulars, inspired by the endangered loggerhead turtles that nest here during the summer, and which have become the unofficial mascot for the island, call the magic “Turtle Time.” People here are proud there is no hustle and bustle, and for them Turtle Time perfectly equates the slow moving style of these magnificent creatures to Bald Head’s laidback, stress-free vacations.

But I have found from my time here that there is more to it than that.

After about fifty to sixty days in their nest, baby sea turtles hatch, dig themselves from the sand, and make their slow way to the ocean. Three days after any nest hatches, staff from the Bald Head Island Conservancy dig out the nest to determine exactly how many eggs hatched. They also look for any hatchlings that, perhaps not in any rush themselves, have yet to break through the sand. These the staff help along to the water’s edge. We are fortunate to have seen many of these excavations, and we applaud at each when the turtles reach the water to begin their lives at sea.

In the years to come, they will travel thousands of miles, and many of them, when they are older, will return to nest at the very spot from which they hatched.

In this is what I believe to be the true meaning of Turtle Time. Bald Head Island becomes so much of who we are. Just as it does for the sea turtles, Bald Head claims us, and it claims us so completely that no matter where our lives may take us, and no matter the many miles we surely will roam, we will always hear its call to return.

We hear it on the mainland, where time has so quickly made us older. Our two boys, not even born when we took this picture, are in sixth and third grades. Our daughter, this little girl, is now in high school.

When we answer Bald Head’s call to return, we all find so easily those same joys and smiles that we found in our first times here. On this year’s family trip, as we play together in the surf, happily greeting each wave as it comes, I give thanks for that call and the magic of this place.

Because it is as though we have never left and as though we have never grown up. haven 127

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9 Bald Head Island Limited Real Estate Sales 10 Ferry Landing 11 Delphina Cantina/Marina Pizza/ Sandpiper Coffee & Ice Cream 12 Riverside Adventure Company 13 Old Baldy Lighthouse/Smith Island Museum Gift Shop 14 Bald Head Island Chapel 15 Bald Head Association/ Ft. Holmes Trailhead 16 Village Town Hall 17 Village Post Office/ Island Package Center 18 Village Creek Access 19 Wildlife Overlook 20 The Hammocks 21 Bald Head Island Club

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