matthew + obx = a sigh of relief

The crazy path of Hurricane Matthew. Weather Underground ensemble models with white line showing consensus track.

OBX sighs in relief as Matthew (hopefully) steers clear As the projected path of Hurricane Matthew takes ever stranger twists and turns, the Outer Banks has apparently moved out of the danger zone. There will still be local effects from the monster storm as Kip Tabb writing for the North Beach Sun reports, but from Ocracoke… Continue reading matthew + obx = a sigh of relief

4WD beach driving tips for the OBX

Horse and car on the beach in Corolla. Photo by Susan M Carter

Wild Spanish Mustangs, deserted beaches and a glimpse of the Outer Banks was like before it was developed greet visitors to the Carova area of the the Currituck Banks. There are no roads north of Corolla, so knowing how to drive on the beach is a must. Here, Currituck County Tourism shares their list of tips on driving on a… Continue reading 4WD beach driving tips for the OBX

protecting the wild horses of corolla

The Corolla wild horses are a slowly diminishing herd, but steps are being taken to replenish this beautiful, living piece of Outer Banks history. We love this piece by Kate Quine, writing for Our State Magazine and sponsored by Brindley Beach Vacations & Sales, that teaches us a little bit more about Carova’s most famous residents. “As… Continue reading protecting the wild horses of corolla

land swap good for corolla’s wild horses?

The "beach road" in Carova. Photo courtesy Corolla Beach Music.

Currituck County will get 719 acres in Carova and US Fish & Wildlife will get 383 acres on Knotts Island as the county and federal government trade land. According to Dee Langston writing for the Outer Banks Voice, the deal will add a much needed swath of land to Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge and… Continue reading land swap good for corolla’s wild horses?

corolla wild horses in danger from development?

Wild horse of Corolla grazing. The ruling from the Appellate Court could endanger their longterm survival by reducing the amount of land available for them to graze.

With a July ruling from the NC Appellate Court it’s difficult to say where plans to develop a commercial district in Swan Beach stands, although the quick reading is there is reason for concern for residents and visitors who wish to keep the 4WD area of Carova free from commercial development. However, because of the… Continue reading corolla wild horses in danger from development?

carova in the fall = beautiful + remote

As we always say, the beauty of the Outer Banks in the fall is one of the best parts of living or visiting here. This wonderfully written article from Nancy Sorrells in the Staunton News Leader perfectly captures the remote beauty of Carova. “But there is still a hidden jewel within the Outer Banks. If you cross… Continue reading carova in the fall = beautiful + remote

hurricane arthur a surprising july 4th guest on the obx?

A hurricane off the Outer Banks on the 4th of July? That’s a new experience for all of us. Of course we don’t know exactly where Tropical Storm Arthur is going to go, but the storm track everyone is looking at right now has it at hurricane strength and brushing Cape Hatteras Friday morning as it turns… Continue reading hurricane arthur a surprising july 4th guest on the obx?

discovering balboa dance in corolla

Beyond where the paved road ends in Corolla, a unique dancing experience, the Balboa Experiment, is taking place. Merging a wide variety of different styles, the workshops attract a truly international clientele. This story from WRAL in Raleigh gives a great description of what it’s all about. “In a luxury retreat along North Carolina’s Outer… Continue reading discovering balboa dance in corolla