Check out this great road trip through the Outer Banks with National Geographic! It’s part of their National Geographic’s Drives of a Lifetime Series, and features stops at excellent spots along the way, including Jockey’s Ridge, the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, and of course, Ocracoke village. “Nature still rules this tendril of barrier islands, despite the creep of development in… Continue reading nat geo takes an obx road trip
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graveyard 100 ultramarathon to run from corolla to hatteras
I’m not a runner, but I find marathons and the people who run them fascinating. So imagine an ultramarathon, which is any sporting event involving running and walking longer than the traditional marathon length of 26.219 miles. Now imagine it starting in Corolla and ending in Hatteras, all run on Highway 12, in March(!), a month notorious for its… Continue reading graveyard 100 ultramarathon to run from corolla to hatteras
single stallion seeks lady friend(s)
If you love the OBX and Corolla in particular, then you’ve probably heard about Gus. We love his story and couldn’t resist posting this great update we found over on the Currituck County Visitor’s Center’s site, www.visitcurrituck.com. “Meet Gus. This hot young stallion just moved to OBX from Cedar Island. He likes long walks on the… Continue reading single stallion seeks lady friend(s)
christmas in corolla? of course!
Who needs snow? There are a lot of great reasons to visit the Outer Banks during the holidays. The folks at Currituck County Travel & Tourism have come up with six great reasons to spend some holiday time in Corolla. “The number one selling song of all time is Bing Crosby’s “White Christmas” – and… Continue reading christmas in corolla? of course!
could gus be the key to the wild horses’ survival?
The wild horses of Corolla are always a hot topic on the OBX, and this latest development on their conservation warms our hearts! NewsChannel 3 in Hampton Roads reports that a lucky stallion named Gus may hold the key to keeping the herd from extinction. “The genetically-diverse wild stallion from Cedar Island, some 250 miles away, was released into the Corolla… Continue reading could gus be the key to the wild horses’ survival?
corolla wild horses in danger from development?
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
mustang music festival = AWESOME
The Mustang Music Festival has been growing and growing and with new digs–the Whalehead Club–and an amazing line-up of music, this should be the best yet. Check out all this great information that My Outer Banks Home gathered on how to get the most from the experience. “As one of the fortunate sponsors of the upcoming Mustang… Continue reading mustang music festival = AWESOME
after arthur on the obx: what you need to know
Now that Hurricane Arthur is but a memory, the day to day business of getting the Outer Banks up and running is upon us. We’ve gathered some information from various sources to help visitors and residents know what is open and where restrictions still apply. There does not appear to be any restriction on travel… Continue reading after arthur on the obx: what you need to know
hurricane arthur news, closures & reschedules on the obx
The forecast track of Hurricane Arthur took a jog to the west and everything changed for the OBX. Effective at 5 am this morning, Hatteras Island was under a mandatory evacuation order. The evacuation order does not effect any part of the Outer Banks north of Oregon Inlet. The evacuation of Hatteras seems a reasonable precaution. Every… Continue reading hurricane arthur news, closures & reschedules on the obx