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Saturday, July 04, 2009
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The Outer Banks Enterprise Calendar of Events ... your source for up-to-date events throughout the Outer Banks










The Outer Banks Internet News Service brings you up-to-date information from around North Carolina's barrier islands. Articles contain contributions from Outer Banks writers, photographers and staff personnel seeking to provide helpful and informative news events and features about the area.


Articles in this edition include:

Outer Banks Churches Directory
Fishing License Requirements
Public Boat Ramps Directory
Outer Banks Post Card System
Reflections by the Sea
     Weekly Articles by Betsy Glass

Outer Banks Survey
Sportfishing Reports

Weather Averages & Conditions
Dare County Alert Bulletins
Road Conditions in North Carolina

Outer Banks at a Glance

Old Glory by Bruce Roberts
Old Glory © Bruce Roberts
The "Old Glory" flag, with 15 stars and stripes, was the first American flag raised at Cape Hatteras in 1803. It flew over the lighthouse again October 18, 2003 in honor of 200 Years of Light at Cape Hatteras.


      NEWS
July and August 2009
.. and Additonal Events

COMPLETE CALENDAR OF EVENTS See the complete calendar of events here. A small sampling of events are provided below.


4th of July Fireworks - July 4
  • Corolla- Currituck Heritage Park at dusk.
  • Kill Devil Hills- Avalon Pier (Milepost 6) at dusk.
  • Nags Head- Nags Head Fishing Pier (Milepost 11.5) at 9:25 pm.
  • Roanoke Island- Festival Park at 9:20 pm.
  • Avon- Avon Fishing Pier at 9:15 pm.
  • Hatteras Village- Ramp 55 at 8:30 pm.
  • Ocracoke Village- Fireworks will begin at dusk.


Town of Manteo 4th of July Celebration Activities - July 4
  • Feather & Folly (Folk Band with local talent - Holly Overton)
  • Gann Matthews (Brooklyn based Indie Folk-Rock)
  • Ray Johnson (Karaoke of Popular Music)
  • Echos of Heritage (Capella Musical Group)
  • Apple Pie Contest, Decorated Bike Contest, Wacky Hat Contest
  • Old Enough to Know Better and Street Dance at 6:00 pm
  • Fireworks at 9:20 pm
All performances will be held on the Old Courthouse Stage

Kinobe and Soul Beat Africa, Roanoke Island Festival Park - July 7
First US/Canadian Tour Concert. 8 pm. The new voice of Ugandan music. Traditional African instruments - koras, kalminbas, adungus, endongos, drums. $5 each, free for children under 5 and Friends of Elizabeth II. (252)475-1500.
Carolina Beach Music Concert Series, Nags Head - August 2
Kelly's Outer Banks Restaurant and Tavern presents the Original Rhondels, 7-11 pm, Milepost 10.5 on the Bypass, Nags Head. (252)441-4116.
Blues With Ruth Wyand, Kill Devil Hills - August 4
Featuring Nationally acclaimed Wyand offers up a spinning plate of the blues as part of The Pearl Summer Concert Series. 8:30 pm. Inside the Sea Ranch Hotel, Kill Devil Hills.

Mad Jack Adult Comedy and Magic, Nags Head - August 4
Hilarious comedy, amazing magic and bizarre side-show stunts you will never forget all performed live on stage at Kellys Restarant & Tavern! This show is a riot, but contains adult language and subject matter. 9:30 pm. (252)489-9219.

Wil-Bear Wright's Festival of Fun, Nags Head - August 5
This Wednesday Kid's Day Event is held from 10-2 at their Nags Head location across from Jockey's Ridge. Make & fly your own kite, try yo-yo stunts, face painting & demo of new 2009 toys. 252-441-4124 877- FLY-THIS.

OBXtreme Magic at the Hilton Garden Inn, Kitty Hawk - August 5-7 Choose from two shows at 4 & 7 pm Starring World-Renowned Illusionists Clive Allen & Tracy. Incredible Illusions, Mind-Bending Magic and Comedy Audience Participation Live on Stage! Hilton Garden Inn, Milepost 1 on the Beach Road. (252)489-9219.

Summer Concert Series on the South Lawn, Corolla - August 6
Relax on the South Lawn and enjoy musical talents of NC School of the Arts students and local musicians performing jazz, blues, folk & classic rock. Bring a beach chair or blanket. Food concessions available. Call 252-254-9040 for information.

Update
Current Beach Access Information
Cape Hatteras National Seashore
News Releases
OUTER BANKS, NC

News Releases regarding access to the Cape Hatteras National Seashore by pedestrian and Off Road Vehicle traffic are posted at the National Park Service Internet Site.. Updates are being posted almost daily as events dictate. Check these links frequently:
Current News Releases
Off Road Vehicle Use & FAQs on Beach Access
National Seashore Map


Update
Cape Hatteras National Seashore ORV Brochure
Released May 29, 2008
Regulations and Requirements for Off-Road Vehicles
OUTER BANKS, NC

Click for an updated version of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore Off-Road Vehicle brochure that summarizes the current regulations and requirements. This brochure will be used until the National Park Service, working with partner organizations, can develop a new, full-color ORV driving brochure based on the current requirements, including those implemented as a result of the consent decree.

Cape Hatteras National Seashore Off-Road Vehicle Brochure [pdf format]


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What's Your Favorite Lighthouse?
What Type of Accommodations Do You Prefer?

Update
Outer Banks
At A Glance
Staff Report
FACTS
OUTER BANKS, NC
Outer Banks at a Glance
Here's where to find the Outer Banks basics:
  • Current Weather and Forecasts
  • Outer Banks Calendar of Events
  • Fishing License Requirements
  • Outer Banks Churches
  • Public Boat Ramps
  • Outer Banks Sportfishing Reports
  • Outer Banks Ferry Schedules
  • Directions to the Outer Banks
  • Map of the Outer Banks
  • Tour the Outer Banks Lighthouses
  • The Outer Banks Lighthouse Collection
  • Outer Banks Shopping Directory
  • Requests .. Vacation Guides, Travel Guides, Accommodations


  •       Update
    Outer Banks JobBank
    FREE Jobs Service
    Announced April 2009
    RAI Announcement

    Contact: RAI
    Additional Information: info@eastcarolina.net
    RAI URL: http://www.eastcarolina.net
    JobBank URL: http://www.obxJobBank.com

    The Outer Banks JobBank Service
    The Outer Banks JobBank Service ... Search for Jobs, Create your Resume, Print it or Send to potential Outer Banks Employers on-line ... return and update it at anytime. This is a FREE service for both Employers and Job Seekers. Outer Banks Employers can Register on-line and List available positions anytime!

    http://www.obxJobBank.com


    Update
    NC Coastal Recreational Fishing License Required on the Outer Banks
    Staff Report
    FACTS
    OUTER BANKS, NC

    North Carolina’s Coastal Recreational Fishing License (CRFL), administered by the Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF), was effective Jan. 1, 2007. This license can be purchased on a 10-day, annual or lifetime basis, or combined with a variety of licenses issued by the Wildlife Resources Commission (WRC) .

    Requirements
    This license allows recreational fishermen to harvest finfish for personal consumption; finfish harvested under this license cannot be sold. Fishermen using this license are held to the state’s recreational size and possession limits. This license cannot be assigned or transferred and is required for ANY type of recreational finfish harvest not included under the Recreational Commercial Gear License. Fishermen holding the CRFL are required to comply with all DMF sampling and survey programs.

    The license is required to recreationally harvest finfish in the state’s Coastal Fishing Waters, which include sounds, coastal rivers and their tributaries, out to three miles in the ocean. Recreational anglers who catch fish in the Exclusive Economic Zone (3 miles – 200 miles offshore) will be required to have this license to land fish in state waters. Fishing in Joint Waters (areas managed by both the Marine Fisheries and the Wildlife Resources commissions) will require either the CRFL or a WRC inland fishing license.

    Exemptions
    Individuals under16 years of age.
    Individuals who purchase any of the following WRC licenses prior to Jan. 1, 2006:
    · All categories of Lifetime Sportsman licenses;
    · Lifetime Resident Comprehensive Fishing License;
    · Lifetime Combination Hunting and Fishing License for Disabled Resident Sportsman;
    · Disabled Resident Sportsman;
    · Lifetime Fishing License for the Legally Blind; and
    · Adult Care Home Resident Fishing License.

    Blanket Licenses
    For-hire vessels and ocean fishing piers have the option to purchase a blanket license to cover their fishing patrons.

    Waivers
    A free license waiver will be available for subsistence anglers from their local Department of Social Services.

    Sales Agents
    The new license will be available from WRC license agents throughout the state and at any DMF office. The number of license agents will be increased in coastal areas.

    Marine Resources Funds
    Proceeds from the sale of this license will go into two marine resources funds managed by the state’s Marine Fisheries and Wildlife Resources commissions. Revenues must be used to manage, protect, restore, develop, cultivate, conserve and/or enhance North Carolina’s marine resources.

    Frequently Asked Questions
    Visit North Carolina Coastal Recreational Fishing License FAQ

    Article reprinted from the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Division of Marine Fisheries, at http://www.ncfisheries.net/recreational/NCCRFL.htm on October 31, 2006


    Camera Atop Oregon Inlet Fishing Center

    Real time revolving views of the Marina at the Fishing Center, the oceanfront across the highway from the Fishing Center, Bodie Island Lighthouse, Oregon Inlet Coast Guard Station, the National Park Service Boat Ramp and parking lot behind the fishing center and a long shot of Oregon Inlet itself.
    Saturday, July 04, 2009

    Update
    Outer Banks Traffic Cameras
    Staff Report
    FACTS
    OUTER BANKS, NC

    The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has activated its Traveler Management Information System in Currituck and Dare Counties. The system consists of 21 cameras placed along highway 158 and is supplemented by 2 more cameras placed on Hatteras Island by Dare County.

    The two cameras on Hatteras Island are placed in Hatteras Village and in Rodanthe (Mirlo Beach) at the S-curves. Visitors may click on any camera in the system to receive instant images.

    Traffic Cameras
    Dare and Currituck Counties

    maintained by NCDOT, Dare County
    & Oregon Inlet Fishing Center

    NCDOT - Currituck County Traffic Cams
    NCDOT - Dare County Traffic Cams
    Dare County - Rodanthe - S-Curves
    Dare County - Hatteras Village
    Dare County - Oregon Inlet Fishing Center

    Cameras may be out of service from time to time
    .. check back later if one fails to connect

    NCDOT's Traffic Management System may be seen in its entirety at http://apps.dot.state.nc.us/tims/
    Dare County Emergency Management Cameras may be seen at http://www.darenc.com/webcam/

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