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Billy Mitchell: The Father of the Air Force and the Outer Banks | Outer Banks History | Carolina Designs
How the oddly named Billy Mitchell Airport – five miles east of Hatteras Village in Frisco – came to be a part of the Outer Banks.||https://pages.carolinadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/09/billy-mitchell-airport-hatteras-view-1536×1024-1-e1630544070642.jpeg
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Becoming the Outer Banks | Outer Banks History | Carolina Designs
Find out the development of the Outer Banks & its early years during the world war. Its colorful history lead to the OBX becoming a famous tourist destination.||https://pages.carolinadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/09/summer-day-on-the-obx-e1630541819623.jpeg
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Currituck Inlet History | Outer Banks History | Carolina Designs
Although there have been no inlets north of Oregon Inlet since it opened in 1846, the northern Outer Banks have a rich history of inlets.||https://pages.carolinadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/09/CD-Currituck-Inlet-taken-from-Library-of-Congress.jpeg
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Shipwreck at Nags Head | Outer Banks Shipwrecks | Carolina Designs
The sinking of the Francis E. Waters left remains of a shipwreck at Nags Head Town Hall. This reminds us of the dangers of sailing along the coast of North Carolina.||https://pages.carolinadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/09/shipwreck-3.png
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A Day of Fear and Heroism: WW1 Outer Banks Shipwrecks | Outer Banks History | Carolina Designs
Just 10 days before the sinking of the Mirlo, a German U-boat sank two ships at Cape Hatteras in full daylight.||https://pages.carolinadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/09/Diamond-Shoals-Lightship-LV71-e1630538658297.jpeg
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A Brief History of the Hunt Clubs of the Outer Banks & Currituck | Outer Banks History | Carolina Designs
Before the first European set foot in North America, Currituck Sound was already renowned as a hunter’s paradise. The many islands that dot the waters and lush vegetation growing beneath the surface of the water created a perfect rest stop for migratory waterfowl.||https://pages.carolinadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/09/bird-dog-vicki-e1630536627458.jpeg
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Malco’s Strawberry Patch | Outer Banks Activities | Carolina Designs
If you love strawberries, you can plan a visit to Mr. Malco’s Strawberry Patch farm. Learn all about strawberries, including when & how to harvest these treats.||https://pages.carolinadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/09/malcos-strawberry-patch-400×267-1.jpg
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Hatteras Island-Style Clam Chowder Recipe | Outer Banks Fun | Carolina Designs
Here on the Outer Banks we make a unique version of clam chowder. Hatteras Chowder is a simple broth based chowder that is perfect for winter.||https://pages.carolinadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/09/HI-Clam-Chowder.jpeg
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The Wild Side | Outer Banks Activities | Carolina Designs
Planning on checking the wildlife on the Outer Banks? There are numerous wildlife refuge trails, kayak trails, beaches, and wildlife drive by cars to witness such.||https://pages.carolinadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/09/Alligator-River-National-Wildlife-Refuge-Bears.jpeg
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What to do When You’re Caught in a Rip Current | Beach Safety
Swimming in the ocean is generally a safe activity, but it’s important to be aware of rip currents and do not swim when the red flags are flying.||https://pages.carolinadesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2021/09/outer-banks-rip-currents.jpeg