Lookout THE FIRST COAST
your guide to the Crystal Coast experience
A CRYSTAL COAST EXPERIENCE-GLIDING THE COAST SUPPLY & DEMAND IN THE COMMUNITY-DOGS FOR A CAUSE UPCOMING EVENTS DECLUTTER YOUR HOME: WHY BEING ORGANIZED SAVES YOU MONEY COASTAL FLAVOR : RED SNAPPER WITH BACON-MUSHROOM STUFFING VACATION FEATURE - THE SPENCE HOUSE UNDER THE UMBRELLA
VOLUME 2 • ISSUE 6 • AUGUST–SEPTEMBER, 2016
crystal coast experience
Ever have that dream where you feel like you’re flying? It’s one I have frequently, except the last time I was wide awake, utterly riveted, and unquestionably flying. It was just after 9 a.m. and the stillness of daybreak had not yet faded when I arrived at the Michael J. Smith airport with my husband Will and our two kids. The air was fresh, the grass was calm in the soft morning light, and the Carolina blue skies were dotted with cotton ball-like clouds.
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I stood quietly taking it all in - the hum of plane engines, the thud when wheels hit the ground - when something caught my eye. In the center of the airfield, stood a freedom 220 tandem hang glider tethered to an Ultralight plane, called a Dragonfly. The crew from Kitty Hawk Kites of Beaufort had started their day around 7 a.m. and were preparing for their second flight. The inaugural flight of the day was piloted by none other than a true pirate, a fearless bandit indeed. I laughed a little at the
GLIDING THE COAST A Crystal Coast experience featuring the amazing folks at Kitty Hawk Kites- Beaufort
WRITTEN & EXPERIENCED BY // Christine Chadwick PHOTOGRAPHY BY // Kitty Hawk Kites, Beaufort
image, understanding how odd it must seem to anyone unacquainted with Beaufort. However, with the annual Pirate Invasion about to kick off, it seemed completely suitable for a pirate to invade by air. Swashbuckling and pillaging aside, I was ready to follow in the pirate’s adventurous footsteps. I was greeted by James, who gave me the low down on what to expect as well as pump me up for my adventure. We made our way to the middle of the airfield where we found the crew with a hang
glider in tow. Chris, the pilot of the D ragonfly, and Rich, the pilot of the hang glider, walked up and introduced themselves. I fell into my own thoughts for a moment and i nspected the green-edged, metal framed glider. My thoughts were interrupted when Rich, the pilot, asked “So, who’s our pilot for today?” Awkwardly and a bit slowly, I raised my right hand, and for a slight instant, I hoped he didn't see it.
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That instant quickly passed and I soon found myself strapped in and ready to go. One last check from James gave us the go ahead. At first I didn’t notice the pull of the Dragonfly or the drag of tires through the g rass, having been consumed by a rush of nerves and muscles taut as the rope in front of us. Exhilaration overcame anxiety and soon I was feeling light as a feather. It didn’t seem to take much time before gravity released its grip on us. Drifting below were the grass and tall trees, and, like our shadow, the buildings, bridges and roadways shrank beneath us. Like a songbird on the wind, alight with freedom, I heard Rich, the pilot, begin to sing “I Believe I Can Fly.” Well, maybe not so melodically and ear-pleasing as the songbird, but I’ll credit him with having the same wonderment. When we soared up to what I think was about 800 feet, I began to really relax. Size and time held no reference. Water and land interspersed making distances between
them indecipherable. There was such a closeness from Atlantic Beach to Emerald Isle. The water was blue and green and crystal clear. The sand lines shifted through the inlets, marshes and w aterways. Sections of islands normally submerged were visibly silhouetted in the waterline from such heights. The inlet embraced a h uge pirate ship prepped to invade Beaufort. Even farther away, tucked between Shackleford Banks and the horizon, was Cape L ookout and the rest of Core Banks. The beauty was truly breathtaking, splendor consuming the vast landscape. In a daze, I was in awe at the scenery to which I was privy. We must have been at the 2,000 foot mark when a quick rush of air blew past followed by a marked slowing of speed. Chris and the Dragonfly had let u s loose from the tether. Just like that, it us, the hang glider and the wind. No motor, no more tether, and it was b eautifully quiet. It was as if reality had been suspended and I was back in that flying dream. The winds were surprisingly light and I found Rich and I could speak to each other in a normal voice. I began asking questions about everything. When I inquired how long Rich had been hang gliding he answered, “I got my very first hang glider when I was 1 2. I’ve only been teaching for 5 years but I’ve been around it for quite some time.” After explaining to me that he moves around quite a bit depending on the season, he asked me a very interesting question. “So, let me ask you Christine, do you like roller coasters?” I hesitated for a second. I had a slight suspicion of what was coming next and blurted a reluctant, “Yes."
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"The view from below" as the Dragonfly tows the hang glider through the skies
He responded with an excited “Ok!”. I was i nstructed to push the front bar out as far as we could get it, and, as he pulled the bar back in, I heard him call, “Let’s go for a ride!”
“Awesome!” I was at a loss for any other word to describe my experience. The world shifted. Going headfirst to the ground, the sky flew behind us and my stomach came up to my throat and with a quick gasp, I clutched onto the last bit of air in my lungs. I still managed to e xpel some sort of uncontrolled “woohoo!” noise as we fell. It was the closest sensation of free falling I have ever experienced. We l eveled out but I was quickly re-acquainted with the stomach-in-throat feeling as we went for another dive. My uncontainable smile beamed. By far one of the most thrilling things I’ve ever experienced and I realized this is what i t’s all about. The freedom and simplicity of it all. The countless times I have seen pelicans and seagulls flying overhead and wondered what they saw or how beautiful our coastline must be from up there. Now, perhaps, the birds were asking themselves the very same question of me. As we made our descent over the airfield, I spotted my husband and kids, waiting for me on the ground. "Let's give the kids a show", Rich said slyly. We made one final turn, pushed the bar out and then pulled back in, soaring just above my family as I belted out another “woohoo!”.
Pointing out amazing scenery from 2,000 feet
I didn’t even feel the landing. “Awesome!” I shouted. Consumed by the adrenaline pumping through me, I was at a loss for any other word to describe my experience. I unhooked myself from the glider, thanked Rich, Chris, and James repeatedly. Sprinting over to my family I asked my kids, “Did you just see Mommy fly?” “Yes!” they exclaimed in unison. We began to walk back when my daughter asks, “I want to fly too, please?” Smiling, I lovingly looked down at her, knowing that my husband will be joining the fine folks with Kitty Hawk Kites of Beaufort for his flight, along with other friends a nd family. Of course, when the kids are old enough, they’ll have their turn. As for me, it was quite literally a dream come true. If you ask if I would ever do it again, I w ould say, enthusiastically, “A hundred more times.” Watch the video! Visit: YouTube.com/RealtyWorldFIrstCoast Christine Chadwick is Marketing Director at Realty World - First Coast Realty and overall Experiencer of the Coast. To learn more about Kitty Hawk Kites - Beaufort and the adventures they offer, visit: kittyhawk.com/beaufort/
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Supply DEMAND Supply & Demand Town Breakdown
AS OF AUGUST 1, 2016 - SINGLE FAMILY HOMES BEAUFORT
ATLANTIC BEACH
# Active Listings
156
# Active Listings
38
# Sold Last 12 Months
130
# Sold Last 12 Months
65
# Months Supply
14.4
# Months Supply
7
# Months Supply September 2015
12.5
# Months Supply September 2015
MOREHEAD CITY
14.5
PINE KNOLL SHORES
# Active Listings
154
# Active Listings
39
# Sold Last 12 Months
199
# Sold Last 12 Months
61
# Months Supply
9.2
# Months Supply
7.6
# Months Supply September 2015
9.5
# Months Supply September 2015
10.4
NEWPORT
EMERALD ISLE
# Active Listings
162
# Active Listings
133
# Sold Last 12 Months
213
# Sold Last 12 Months
169
# Months Supply
9.1
# Months Supply
9.4
# Months Supply September 2015
14.7
# Months Supply September 2015
10.4
CAPE CARTERET # Active Listings
33
# Sold Last 12 Months
83
# Months Supply
4.7
# Months Supply September 2015
14.2
Each major city except for Beaufort continues to have significantly less than a year supply of single-family homes listed for sale. Cape Carteret is well below a 6 month supply at just 4.7 months. Atlantic Beach is also doing well at 7 months. Newport and Morehead City each have about 200 homes that sell each 12 months period. Overall, inventory seems to be slowly decreasing in most places. Beaufort - 6 Morehead City - even Newport - 16
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Cape Carteret - 10 Atlantic Beach - 8 Pine Knoll Shores - 5 Emerald Isle - 10
Supply DEMAND Supply & Demand Town Breakdown
AS OF AUGUST 1, 2016 - BEACH CONDOMINIUMS SALTER PATH/INDIAN BEACH
ATLANTIC BEACH # Active Listings
85
# Sold Last 12 Months
92
# Months Supply
11
# Months Supply July 2015
17.8
# Active Listings
46
# Sold Last 12 Months
32
# Months Supply
17
# Months Supply July 2015
12.9
EMERALD ISLE
PINE KNOLL SHORES # Active Listings
39
# Active Listings
54
# Sold Last 12 Months
38
# Sold Last 12 Months
48
# Months Supply # Months Supply July 2015
12.3 20
# Months Supply
13.5
# Months Supply July 2015
14.7
June 1: Of the 259 beach condominiums listed for sale, 21 (8%) were under contract. July 1: Of the 261 beach condominiums listed for sale, 24 (13%) were under contract. Compared to July 2015, the number of monthly supply for beach condominiums decreased in all places with the exception of Salter Path/Indian Beach (new construction). August 1: Of the 257 beach condominiums listed for sale, 33 (13%) were under contract.
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UPCOMING EVENTS ALONG THE CRYSTAL COAST AUGUST Chasin’ Tails Spanish Jackpot Challenge Now–October 31 252-240-FISH (3474) chasintailsoutdoors.com ___________________________________________ Chasin’ Tails Flounder Jackpot Challenge Now–October 16 252-240-FISH (3474) chasintailsoutdoors.com ___________________________________________ Chasin’ Tails Sheepshead Jackpot Challenge Now–September 30 252-240-FISH (3474) chasintailsoutdoors.com ___________________________________________ Evening Gun August 17, 4 p.m.–4:30 p.m. 2303 East Fort Macon Road Atlantic Beach (252) 726-3775 ncparks.gov/fort-macon-state-park _________________________________________ Natural Side of Fort Macon August 18, 10 a.m.–11 a.m. 2303 East Fort Macon Road Atlantic Beach (252) 726-3775 Hike will cover both trail and beach. ncparks.gov/fort-macon-state-park _________________________________________
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Live On Thursdays (LOTs) Summer Concert Series August 18 500 Front St, Beaufort (252) 241-4485 Grab a lawn chair and head to Dockhouse Park for free, family friendly fun. beaufortnc.com _________________________________________ EmeraldFest Series 2016 August 18 Western Ocean Regional Access Emerald Isle emeraldisle-nc.org/emeraldfest-1 ___________________________________________ Evening at the Cape Lookout Lighthouse August 18 Cape Lookout Lighthouse, Harkers Island (252) 728-2250 For more information, go to: http://go.nps.gov/eveningatcape.htm ___________________________________________ Fort Macon Seashells August 19, 3:15 p.m.–4:15 p.m. 2303 East Fort Macon Road Atlantic Beach (252) 726-3775 ncparks.gov ___________________________________________ Alive at Five Outdoor Concert 2016 August 19 807 Shepard Street, Morehead City 252-808-0440 Free to the public. downtownmoreheadcity.com ___________________________________________
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Evening at the Cape Lookout Lighthouse August 19 Cape Lookout Lighthouse, Harkers Island (252) 728-2250
Bird Hike August 22 2303 Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach (252) 726-3775
For more information, go to: http://go.nps.gov/eveningatcape.htm _______________________________________
ncparks.gov/fort-macon-state-park ___________________________________________
Band of OZ! August 19, 8 p.m. 400 Miller Farm Rd, Morehead City (252) 726-4472
Conservation Wednesdays – Blackbeard’s Ship, Queen Anne’s Revenge August 24, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. 315 Front Street, Beaufort (252) 728-7317
Elks Lodge in Morehead City – Tickets available at the door. moreheadcitybeaufortelks.com ___________________________________________
Free Admission. ncmaritimemuseums.com. ___________________________________________
Billy Joel/Elton John “Face-2-Face” Tribute Show August 19 - 8 p.m. 1311 Arendell Street, Morehead City (252) 497-8919
Evening Gun August 24, 4 p.m.–4:30 p.m. 2303 East Fort Macon Road Atlantic Beach (252) 726-3775
Tickets $20-$30. carteretcommunitytheatre.com _______________________________________
ncparks.gov/fort-macon-state-park ___________________________________________
Musket Firing Demonstration August 20 2303 Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach (252) 726-3775 ncparks.gov/fort-macon-state-park _________________________________________ Trophy Husbands (Rock, Variety) August 20 - 7 p.m.–8:30 p.m. 807 Shepard Street, Morehead City (252) 726-5083 Free and open to the public. moreheadcitync.org _________________________________________ Evening at the Cape Lookout Lighthouse August 20 Cape Lookout Lighthouse, Harkers Island (252) 728-2250 go.nps.gov/eveningatcape.htm ___________________________________________ Musket Firing Demonstration August 21 2303 Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach (252) 726-3775. ncparks.gov/fort-macon-state-park ___________________________________________
Explore Rachel Carson Reserve August 25 315 Front Street, Beaufort (252) 728-7317 A guided hike will take you through the different habitats found on Town Marsh and Bird Shoal. Not suitable for children under 12 yrs. old. Fee: $20. Advance registration required. ncmaritimemuseums.com ___________________________________________ Natural Side of Fort Macon August 25, 10 a.m.–11 a.m. 2303 East Fort Macon Road Atlantic Beach (252) 726-3775 ncparks.gov/fort-macon-state-park _________________________________________ Summer Taste of Core Sound & Summer Raffle Drawing August 26, 1 p.m.–2 p.m. 1785 Island Road, Harkers Island (252) 728-1500 coresound.com _________________________________________ Bright Walker presents Singing Bowls Sound Concerts August 26 203 Leisure Lane in Emerald Isle (252) 354-6350 Held at the Emerald Isle Parks and Recreation Community Center. Cost is $10 if registered or $15 at the door. _________________________________________
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Introduction to Wooden Boat Building August 27, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. 315 Front Street, Beaufort (252) 728-7317
Jr. Ranger Day August 30 2303 East Fort Macon Road Atlantic Beach (252) 726-3775
Course fee: $135. Minimum age: 16 yrs. old. All courses are limited in size. Advance registration required. ncmaritimemuseums.com _________________________________________
This event is for children age 6-12 who must be accompanied by an adult. ncparks.gov/fort-macon-state-park __________________________________________
Felting Workshop August 27 130 Turner Street, Beaufort (252) 728-5225
Conservation Wednesdays – Blackbeard’s Ship, Queen Anne’s Revenge August 31, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. 315 Front Street, Beaufort (252) 728-7317
Held in the Beaufort Historical Association’s Welcome Center. beauforthistoricsite.org _________________________________________ Musket Firing Demonstration August 27 2303 Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach ncparks.gov/fort-macon-state-park _________________________________________ The Return of the Emerald Isle Beach Music Festival! August 27 101 Islander Dr, Emerald Isle (252) 354-3424
Free admission. 252.728.7317. ncmaritimemuseums.com. __________________________________________ Evening Gun August 31, 4 p.m.–4:30 p.m. 2303 East Fort Macon Road Atlantic Beach (252) 726-3775 ncparks.gov/fort-macon-state-park __________________________________________ SEPTEMBER
We’ve got a great lineup of top performers planned, including:
Chasin’ Tails Speckled Trout Challenge September 1–January 15 252-240-FISH (3474)
Sammy O’Banion, Spare Change, Hip Pocket ,Too Much Sylvia, The Tams, Jim Quick & Coastline
chasintailsoutdoors.com __________________________________________
emeraldisle-nc.org ___________________________________________
Natural Side of Fort Macon September 1, 10 a.m.–11 a.m. 2303 East Fort Macon Road Atlantic Beach (252) 726-3775
Calico Creek Bluegrass Band (Bluegrass) August 27 - 7 p.m.–8:30 p.m. 807 Shepard Street, Morehead City (252) 726-5083 moreheadcitync.org ___________________________________________ Introduction to Wooden Boat Building August 28, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. 315 Front Street, Beaufort (252) 728-7317 Course fee: $135. Minimum age: 16 yrs. old. Advance registration required. ncmaritimemuseums.com ____________________________________________ Musket Firing Demonstration August 28 2303 Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach (252) 726-3775 ncparks.gov/fort-macon-state-park __________________________________________
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ncparks.gov/fort-macon-state-park __________________________________________ Live On Thursdays (LOTs) Summer Concert Series September 1 500 Front St, Beaufort (252) 241-4485 Grab a lawn chair and head to Dockhouse Park for free, family friendly fun. beaufortnc.com __________________________________________ Murder Mystery Dinner September 2, 3 p.m.–4 p.m. 315 Front Street, Beaufort (252) 728-7317 Space is limited. Reservations required. Tickets: $30. ncmaritimemuseums.com ____________________________________________
Alive at Five Outdoor Concert 2016 September 2 807 Shepard Street, Morehead City 252-808-0440 Free to the public. downtownmoreheadcity.com NO COOLERS ____________________________________________ International Vulture Awareness September 3–4 1 Roosevelt Blvd, Pine Knoll Shores The North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores 252-247-4003
__________________________________________ Natural Side of Fort Macon September 8, 10 a.m.–11 a.m. 2303 East Fort Macon Road Atlantic Beach (252) 726-3775 ncparks.gov/fort-macon-state-park ____________________________________________ Newport Flea Mall Monster Truck Jam September 9–10 196 Carl Garner Rd Newport (252) 223-4019
ncaquariums.com/pine-knoll-shores. ____________________________________________
Advance Adult Tickets $18, at the Gate $20, Children 6–12 are $8, children 5 and under are free. newportfleamall.com ____________________________________________
Youth Archery Program September 3–October 18 801 Mulberry Street, Beaufort (252) 222-5858
Friday Free Flicks September 9 7500 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle (252) 354-6350
Age groups: 7-10 years old (5:30-6:15 pm) , 11-14 years old (6:30-7:15 pm), boys & girls. When: Tuesday & Thursday. Session meets two times per week for 4 weeks (Sept. 15 – Oct. 8) Price is $65 per child per session. Registration closes on September 9. ccpr.recdesk.com/recdeskportal __________________________________________
Free and open to the public, children must be accompanied by an adult. __________________________________________
Carteret County Arts & Crafts Coalition Fall Show September 3–4 100 Turner Street, Beaufort 252-728-5225 Juried sale of arts and crafts of coastal artisans. ccartsandcrafts.com __________________________________________ Cannon Day September 3 2303 East Fort Macon Road Atlantic Beach (252) 726-3775 ncparks.gov/fort-macon-state-park __________________________________________ Carolina Beach Club (Beach, Top 40) September 3 - 7 p.m.–8:30 p.m. 807 Shepard Street, Morehead City (252) 726-5083 Free and open to the public. moreheadcitync.org __________________________________________ Flag Talk September 5, 10 a.m.–11 a.m. 2303 East Fort Macon Road Atlantic Beach (252) 726-3775
Introduction to Wooden Boat Building August 10–11, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. 315 Front Street, Beaufort (252) 728-7317 Course fee: $135. Minimum age: 16 yrs. old. All courses are limited in size. Advance registration required. ncmaritimemuseums.com __________________________________________ Bird Hike September 12 2303 Fort Macon Road, Atlantic Beach (252) 726-3775 ncparks.gov/fort-macon-state-park __________________________________________ Explore Rachel Carson Reserve September 13 315 Front Street, Beaufort (252) 728-7317 A guided hike will take you through the different habitats found on Town Marsh and Bird Shoal. Not suitable for children under 12 yrs. old. Fee: $20. Advance registration required. ncmaritimemuseums.com __________________________________________
ncparks.gov/fort-macon-state-park
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Merry Time for Tots: Hatteras Jack September 14, 10 a.m.–11 a.m. 315 Front Street, Beaufort (252) 728-7317
The NC Aquarium @ PKS Turns 40! September 17 1 Roosevelt Blvd, Pine Knoll Shores 252-247-4003
Ages 2-5. Free. Pre-registration is required. ncmaritimemuseums.com __________________________________________
ncaquariums.com/pine-knoll-shores. __________________________________________
Horse Sense and Survival Trip September 14 Cape Lookout National Seashore, Island Road, Harkers Island (252) 728-2250 ext. 3001 Understand how to determine an appropriate position and distance for watching that doesn’t affect the horses’ natural behaviors. nps.gov/calo/index.htm __________________________________________ Homeschool Day September 15 1 Roosevelt Blvd, Pine Knoll Shores The North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores 252-247-4003 Homeschool families are invited to enjoy a day of educational programs and activities. Registration begins at 9 a.m. Free for homeschool families – please bring your identification ncaquariums.com/pine-knoll-shores. __________________________________________ Natural Side of Fort Macon September 15, 10 a.m.–11 a.m. 2303 East Fort Macon Road Atlantic Beach (252) 726-3775 ncparks.gov/fort-macon-state-park ____________________________________________ Newport Heritage Days September 16–17 - 11 a.m.–9 p.m. 248-286 Howard Blvd, Newport
10th Annual Flounder Surf Fishing Tournament 2016 September 17 (252) 354-6350 Free registration (August 15-September 15) and excellent prizes! Contact Sheila Lowe at slowe@emeraldisle-nc.org or for more information. __________________________________________ Build Your Own Skin-on-Frame Boat September 17–20, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. 315 Front Street, Beaufort (252) 728-7317 Course fee: $1,500. Minimum age: 16 yrs. old. Advance registration required. 252-728-7317. ncmaritimemuseums.com __________________________________________ Crystal Coast Beach Volleyball Classic September 17, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. 107 Atlantic Blvd, Atlantic Beach (252) 637-2460 Proceeds benefit United Way Carteret County partner agencies: Boys & Girls Club, Broad Street Clinic, Coastal Pregnancy Care Center, Carteret County Domestic Violence Program. unitedwaycoastalnc.org __________________________________________ 11th Annual Day4Kids September 17, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. 7500 Emerald Drive Emerald Isle (252) 354-6350
Heritage demonstrations; food vendors; games; Newport town tour aboard Beaufort Front Street Trolley; country store; petting zoo and more. FREE fun-filled day of vendors, activities, games, face __________________________________________ painting and more! For more information visit www. emeraldisle-nc.org/eiprd Evening at the Cape Lookout Lighthouse __________________________________________ September 16 Cape Lookout Lighthouse, Harkers Island Wild Horses of the Outer Banks Opening Reception (252) 728-2250 September 17, 5 p.m.–7 p.m. 800 Evans St., Morehead City The cost of the program is $28 (price includes ferry fee) and is (252) 726-7550 non-refundable (weather dependent). For more information, go to: carolinaartistgallery.com http://go.nps.gov/eveningatcape.htm __________________________________________ __________________________________________
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Evening at the Cape Lookout Lighthouse September 17 Cape Lookout Lighthouse, Harkers Island (252) 728-2250 The cost of the program is $28 (price includes ferry fee). For more information, go to: go.nps.gov/eveningatcape.htm ____________________________________________ Down East Folk Arts Society Concert – Gathering Time September 17 3505 Arendell St, Morehead City (252) 646-4657 Location: Joslyn Hall, Carteret Community College, Morehead City. For more info, visit: downeastfolkarts.org/Concerts.html __________________________________________ Kayak through History September 20, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. 315 Front Street, Beaufort, NC (252) 728-7317
Runnin’ on Empty – Road Race September 24 411 Front St, Beaufort Register online today! beaufortwineandfood.org __________________________________________ Shackleford Banks: Horses, Hiking and History September 29, 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. 315 Front Street, Beaufort (252) 728-7317 Not suitable for children under 12. Fee: $30. Advance reservations required. ncmaritimemuseums.com __________________________________________ Natural Side of Fort Macon September 29, 10 a.m.–11 a.m. 2303 East Fort Macon Road Atlantic Beach (252) 726-3775 ncparks.gov/fort-macon-state-park ____________________________________________
Ages 12 and up, under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Fee: $40, $25 with own kayak. Advance reservations required. ncmaritimemuseums.com __________________________________________
NC Seafood Festival September 30–October 2 412 Evans Street, Morehead City (252) 726-6273
BHA Membership Meeting and Volunteer Picnic September 20, 5:30 p.m. 100 Turner Street, Beaufort (252) 728-5225
ncseafoodfestival.org __________________________________________
Current and potential volunteers are welcome! beauforthistoricsite.org __________________________________________ Natural Side of Fort Macon September 22, 10 a.m.–11 a.m. 2303 East Fort Macon Road Atlantic Beach (252) 726-3775 ncparks.gov/fort-macon-state-park __________________________________________ Beaufort’s Brewin’ Craft Beer Festival September 23–24 2400 Lennoxville Road, Beaufort beaufortwineandfood.org ____________________________________________ Bone Suckin’ Sauce presents King of the Cape Open 2016 September 23–24 Town Creek Marina 232 West Beaufort Rd. Beaufort kingofthecapeopenkingmackereltournament.com __________________________________________
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Declutter Your Home: Why Being Organized Saves You Money See what a bundle you can save if you declutter your home. Via HouseLogic; Written By: JENNIFER NELSON
If you’ve ever accrued a late fee after losing a bill, thrown away spoiled peaches you forgot to eat, or bought yet another pair of sunglasses because you couldn’t find yours, then you know being disorganized can cost you money.
Disorganization in the Home Office Costs You: • Lost papers = time spent looking for them, money wasted on duplicates • Misplaced bills = late fees, bad credit causes higher interest rates • Missed tax deadlines = penalties
At best, clutter in the home causes mistakes, late fees, overdue payments, and missed deadlines. At worst, a house in chaos can eat away at your finances, mar your credit, and reduce your productivity. That’s a whopping price to pay for being disorganized. According to an Ikea “Life at Home” survey, 43% of Americans admit to being disorganized, and the average American wastes 55 minutes per day looking for stuff they’ve lost or misplaced. “Do you think organizing is just for appearances?” asks Lisa Gessert, president of Organizing.buzz, a professional
Disorganization in the Closet Costs You: • Missing clothes = money spent on duplicates • Hidden items = wasted time since you can’t see what you own • Accessory mess = wasted money on items you don’t wear, can’t find
Disorganization in the Kitchen Costs You: • Expired food = wasted money • Overflowing pantry = can’t see what ingredients you have and duplicate them • Crammed cabinets = overspending on multiple dishes and gadgets
organizing service in Staten Island, N.Y. “Organizing your home is financially beneficial.” Gessert stresses to clients the need to sort, purge, assign things a home, and containerize. “This process saves people tons of money.”
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Disorganization in Your Living Areas Costs You: • Lost keys, missing wallet = late for work, lost productivity • Not being able to fully enjoy your home = you spend money elsewhere for fun • Blocked ventilation = utility costs rise
Coastal Flavor
Red Snapper with BaconMushroom Stuffing
Photo by Vanda Lewis
Compliments of Mariners Menu (marinersmenu.org)
INGREDIENTS
6 medium skinless snapper fillets ½ pound small shrimp, coarsely chopped 6 slices bacon, diced ½ cup sliced fresh mushrooms 2 cups soft bread cubes 1 tablespoon minced onion 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 1 teaspoon sage ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 egg, beaten 3 tablespoons margarine or butter, melted
DIRECTIONS
In large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, then remove from skillet. Sauté mushrooms in bacon drippings until lightly browned. Remove from heat. Add shrimp, bacon, bread cubes, onion, juice, parsley, sage, salt, pepper and egg. Mix well.
Place 3 fillets in lightly greased baking pan, flesh side up. Spread with stuffing. Place other fillets on top, flesh side down. Brush with melted margarine. Salt lightly. Bake at 450 F until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 20 to 30 minutes. Sprinkle with paprika about 5 minutes before cooking time is up. Cut into halves. Serves 12.
Cook Time: 20–30 mins 17
vacation feature
The Spence House before & after
Located a dunes-throw from the Atlantic Ocean, The Spence House has gone through a subtle, but impactful makeover.
before A beautiful coastal palette and new flooring provide the much needed facelift for the dated bedding and aged carpet in this master bedroom.
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WRITTEN & PHOTOGRAPHED BY // Christine Chadwick
it's the simple things
On the northside of the dunscape that profiles the beautiful coastline of Atlantic Beach, NC, sits a beach cottage filled with personality, charm, history - and now - a fresh start. Hosting 5 bedrooms, a spacious kitchen and open floor plan, your friends and family can truly enjoy what it is to vacation along the Crystal Coast. Years of providing memories for families accross the country can leave a house wanting for more. The Spence House recently underwent a makeover including maximizing space in each room to it's fullest as well as a larger upgrade with the kitchen. Now, with a sunnier pop of color, new appliances, floors and counters, there's plenty of space for spending quality time with your family.
before
after
A simple kitchen with dated appliances was the common site in this oceanfront home.
Updated appliances and new paint modernize this spacious kitchen.
This bedroom had been kept as a sitting room, not utilizing it's full potential.
Adding a bed and a little bit of coastal decor transformed a barely usable space into a welcoming room for a comfortable nights sleep.
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under the The vacationers insight to the Crystal Coast
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Love Everything About The NC Coast I love everything about the NC coast. The beach is the best because it goes on for miles and is uncrowded. I love Cape Lookout. It's always
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a day trip for us. I love the local seafood. We go out every night for
dinner to a locally owned restaurant, or my husband goes on a fishing charter and we cook the fish he catches. I love relaxing on our patio (we always stay at Summer Winds.) Love, love, love! If I could afford a condo I would buy one. -Betty P.
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