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Morehead City Waterfront – Carteret County, NC

October 13, 2010 By Tangie Leave a Comment

The Morehead City Waterfront in Carteret County, NC is the place to be. It is a great place to vistit with great shopping and some awesome local seafood restaurants, book stores and a good place to relax and have a drink. Boats, Charters, and sailboats aline the Waterfront with a picturesque view of Sugar Loaf Island.

There is so many fabulous seafood restaurants  such as; Sammy’s Icehouse, Capt. Bill’s, Sanitary, Chefs 105, Ruddy Ducks, are just a few of the places that serve fresh local seafood. The local fisherman bring the fresh catch straight to the resturants so you can be sure  it is the best around. You can find some great shopping also in Morehead City Waterfront like at places such as Dee Gees, Neptunes Treasures or get some jewelry from Concepts.

After a long day of shopping and eating some great seafood you can relax and listen to music at Jacks Waterfront Bar. They have live entertainment and spirits so you can sit on the dock and truly enjoy yourself. There is also other places to have a drink and listen to music like Chef’s 105 and Sammy’s IceHouse. 

The Waterfront is also the home of Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament and The NC Seafood Festival it also hosts an annual boat show. Once a year Jack’s hosts a boat race with big name sponsers. The Waterfront in Morehead City is an amazing place, its a must see for anyone who comes to Carteret County, NC! There is a lot of fun and relaxation to be had in this wonderful place.

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Carteret County, NC – Down East

September 22, 2010 By Tangie Leave a Comment

Down East in Carteret County, NC is the Crystal Coast’s best kept secret! Its small town living at its best!! It’s like being in the country but next to the Ocean at the same time. The people of Down East are a special breed all their own. They are friendly and helpful and just what you would expect of country folk. The people of down east are known for their home cooking. Its quit and serene with beautiful breathtaking views of the water, nature, and boats. A lot of the local people live off the land and water. They are commercial fisherman and farmers.

Down East starts at Bettie and runs all the way to Cedar Island. The people of down east have their own special dialect. It is from back when ships started arriving with the earliest of settlers, some of these towns were isolated from the main land and they have managed to keep an Old English dialect. It is something that is slowly going away. They have a very rich heritage and some of the artifacts from earlier years can be found at the Carteret County, Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center in Harkers Island, NC in Down East. Its a special place and it really highlights living down east and how it was many of years ago.

Some of the highlights are Cape Lookout, Portsmouth Island, and the Ferry service that runs to Ocracoke. The outer banks is the barrier that protects these communities from the ocean and harsh storms. There are some small ferry services that will take people to Cape Lookout, Shackleford Banks, Davis Cabins, or just about anywhere on the Core Banks. Carteret County, NC is fortunate to have a place like Down East with untouched beaches and its filled with poeple who want to keep it that way and protect it!

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Crystal Coast Grand Prix – Morehead City, NC

September 17, 2010 By Tangie Leave a Comment

The Crystal Coast Grand Prix is this weekend! It is so much fun a great time for everyone. I saw it last year from a friends boat. I suggest if you make it to the Crystal Coast this weekend you make time to see this exciting boat race! The best place to see it from is on a boat, but if you don’t have access to one then the Morehead City Port is the next best spot to catch all the action! Below I am going to list the schedule of events for the Crystal Coast Grand Prix! I hope you come out and enjoy this fabulous weekend in Morehead City, NC! This and more information on the race can be found at www.crystalcoastgrandprix.com

News & Upcoming Events
 
5th  ANNUAL
CRYSTAL COAST
SUPER BOAT GRAND PRIX
September 17 – 19, 2010
 
RACE COURSE 
 
 
 

COORDINATES
Start N 34*42.779 W 76*42.196
Turn 1 N 34-42.789 W 76*41.892
Turn 2 N 34*42.125 W 76*40.998
  N 34*42.215 W 76-40.979
Turn 3 N 34*42.896 W 76*41.634
Turn 4 N 34*42.747 W 76*43.249
  N 34*42.805 W 76*43.271
Finish N 34*42.870 W 76*42.184
SPECTATOR AREA COORDINATES
  N 34*42.650 W 76*43.202
  N 34*42.647 W 76*42.183
VIEWING RACE FROM LAND
Start/Finish Morehead City Port
Race Start 12 Noon
  2 PM
RACE CLASSES AND DISTANCE – 5.4 +/- miles
Superboat Ultd;  Superboat Vee Ultd 84 Miles +/-
Superboat Vee Extreme; 15 ½ Laps
Superboat 750;  Superboat 850; 5.4 +/- Miles
Super Cat; Turbine  
   
Superboat Stock (S) 51 Miles +/-
Superboat Vee Limited 9 ½ Laps
  5.4 +/- Miles
   
Manufacturer Production (P) 46 Miles +/-
P1, P2, P3, P4, P5 8 ½ Laps
  5.4 +/- Miles

 

 

 Schedule of Events
 
September 17, 2010 (Friday)
9am-4pm Registration: Jack’s Waterfront Bar – 513 Evans St.
9am-5pm Inspection: Evans Street Morehead City
10am-11pm Dry Pits Open to the Public:  Downtown Morehead City
4pm-8pm Jack’s Waterfront Bar  
6:30pm-8:30pm Sponsor Appreciation Meet & Greet:  Jack’s
10pm-2am Jack’s  Waterfront Bar
September 18, 2010 (Saturday)
8am-5pm Car Show:  see website www.crystalcoastcarshow.com
9am Mandatory Drivers Meeting:  Jack’s Waterfront Bar
10am-11pm Dry Pits Open to the Public:  Downtown Morehead City
10am-4pm Registration:  Jack’s Waterfront Bar
10am-5pm Inspection:   Evans Street Morehead City
12pm-4pm Launching:   Morehead City Port
12pm-4pm Testing: As per the SBIP Rulebook
4pm-8pm Jack’s Waterfront Bar
6pm-8pm Dinner for Racers & Sponsors – Floyd’s 1921  
10pm-2am Jack’s Waterfront Bar
September 19, 2010 (Sunday) – Race Day
7:30am-8:30am Physicals: Jack’s Waterfront Bar
9am-4pm Launching: Morehead City Port
9am Mandatory Drivers Meeting: Jack’s Waterfront Bar
10:30am-4pm Port opens to the public
12pm Start of 1st Race
2:00pm Start of 2nd Race
5pm-6pm Awards Party:  Jack’s Waterfront Bar
   
Racers and Fans Can
Experience the Ultimate Thrill of Offshore Racing
Dry Pits – Downtown Morehead City – Free Admission
Jack’s Waterfront Bar, 513 Evans Street
 
Race Day – Morehead City Port
General Admission:  TBA
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Carteret County, NC – Seafood Festival

September 8, 2010 By Tangie Leave a Comment

The Seafood Festival is coming! It is the first full weekend in October. This year the events will take place October 1-3. Carteret County, NC has been holding this event now for 24 years in Downtown Morehead City. The Seafood Festival has a lot of different events going on that would make it fun for everyone! The streets are lined with vendors selling everything from t-shirts to lemonade. Seafood is not the only things available either, they have something for everyone. Music is also a big deal with three to four stages set up to play through out the day!

This year at the seafood festival they will be hosting the Mike Corrado band on the Clam Jam stage Sat. at 3. He is a Marine that has become a famous country singer! Mike Corrado became recognized after releasing his song “On My Watch Tonight” from his 2005 album Falling Awake. The song became an anthem for service men and women past and present around the world. Mike has played with John Mayer, Edwin McCain, and Train, Black Eyed Peas, John Rich, Bon Jovi and more. His most recent video “Stand” became an internet hit. Watch the video here. He is just a highlight of this years Seafood Festival!

There is so much to see and do at the Seafood festival! There is a special areas set up for kids to play called the SasSeas Island Playground. Of course, you can’t forget the Flounder Fling! Amusement rides and games; ohyeah did I mention Food! Lots and lots of wonderful food all the seafood you can think of and some other things you might not have tried like Alligator or Shark bites.

The Carteret County, NC Seafood Festival is the place to be October 1-3, make plans and enjoy yourself! More information at http://ncseafoodfestival.org for the full schedule of events!

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Carteret County, NC – Hurricane Earl

September 1, 2010 By Tangie Leave a Comment

Hurricanes are a part of life for us Carteret County, NC residents. We know how to prepare for the dangerous winds by boarding windows, taping windows so they don’t shatter and we put up storm shutters to protect our investments. We clean the yards of debris and things that could potentially fly around and cause more damage. We have hurricane preparedness kits made up that consists of flashlight, batteries, emergency radios, candles, matches, blankets, water, and cash. Hurricane food should exist of can food that can be prepared and eaten without cooking, bread and with at least a gallon of water per person. We usually fill the bath tub with water to flush toilets and such in case the power goes out, they have been known to be out for weeks at a time. We will fill our gas tanks to make sure we can travel if need be to get more supplies or leave town. Almost every home in Carteret County probably has a hurricane lamp. These are wonderful and do not burn as quickly as a candle. Make sure you have some charcoal for cooking food that is in the freezer if the lights go out so it is not all waste or a camping stove.

Hurricane Earl is supposed to skirt the outbacks of NC by Thursday afternoon early Friday morning. They are expecting high winds and flooding that could cause some problems with travel and for emergency vehicles to get to patients in time of need. Carteret County, NC has dealt with many hurricanes and this one is just another one for the books. 

Some towns have already called for mandatory evacuations and some residents and vacationers are volunteering to leave the beaches. Some people are going to ride out the storm and make the best of it. Hurricane Earl has the potential to do great damage to our coast line we just pray that we are spared and Carteret County, NC will be left untouched by this strong storm.

For the latest information and evacuations and closing visit www.wcti12.com

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Carteret County, NC – Morehead City, NC

August 31, 2010 By Tangie Leave a Comment

Morehead City, NC is located in Carteret County just between Newport and Radio Island. Atlantic Beach is just over the bridge. Morehead City is centrally located in Carteret County and is the hub of shopping and fine dining on local seafood. This town has a rich history and has great museums showcasing the facts of how the town has evolved.

Morehead City, NC has a beautiful waterfront with delicious restaurants and great night life. It also has charters available for fishing, harbour cruises or just for a ride to a near by island to relax and enjoy the sun. Morehead City is a must see when you visit Carteret County, NC it is also called the “Summer Capital of the Sea”!

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Carteret County, NC – Beaufort, NC

August 25, 2010 By Tangie Leave a Comment

Beaufort, NC is the third oldest town in the state of North Carolina and has recently celebrated 300 years of establishment. It was first settled by the Coree Indians, then by French Huguenots, eventually being settled by the British in 1709. The town was named after Henry Somerset, Duke of Beaufort, and became incorporated in 1722. The town of Beaufort became the home of sailors, fisherman, soldiers, pirates, privateers and farmers.

Some of those historic homes still exisit today. Beaufort has an historic feel with streets lined with old trees and old historic homes. The Waterfront has picturesque views of historic homes and shops with a Waterfront full of sailboats and yachts. Carrot Island is across from the beautiful Waterfront with wild horses roaming free. It sure is the most breath-taking place to be in Carteret County, NC.

Beaufort is well known for its connection to the dread pirate Blackbeard! He is said to have lived in Beaufort, NC for a while and visited the post numerous times. It is said that he also had a home that still stands called the Hammock House. The Queen Anne’s Revenge, one of Blackbeard’s flagships that was sunk by him in the Beaufort Inlet near the mouth of  Taylor’s Creek; which runs along the Waterfront. This site has been and is currently being excavated by divers, with artifacts on display at the Carteret County Maritime Museum.

Beaufort, NC located in Carteret County is a great place to vacation, or live. It is such a special place and one would have to see for themselves the beauty that only Beaufort can manifest. For more information on Beaufort, NC and its calendar of events please visit the website www.beaufortnc.org.

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Carteret County, NC – Atlantic Beach, NC

August 18, 2010 By Tangie Leave a Comment

Carteret County, NC - Atlantic BeachAtlantic Beach, NC- the Beach at its Best, as part of Carteret County in Eastern North Carolina! Atlantic Beach is one the oldest towns on the Bogue Banks, this town became popular after the beach pavilion was built for entertainment in the late 1800s. As word spread of Atlantic Beach people started coming and resorts were established. In the 1930s a bridge was placed between Atlantic Beach and Morehead City and Mr. Newman Willis became the first resident and Mayor of Atlantic Beach. The pavilion no longer exists but it was placed in an area called the circle which still is the heart of Atlantic Beach, NC!

Atlantic Beach is the home of Fort Macon an old Civil War fortress. A newly renovated museum is open for tour along with the fort itself. It is a great place to spend the day with family and friends while partaking in our rich history. The Fort also features beautiful beaches and a maritime forest complete with nature trail. Carteret County, NC is full of history with Fort Macon being just one of these historic sites.

Atlantic Beach is the hub of surfers, swimmers, and sunbathers. Its an adventure waiting to happen! Atlantic Beach has lots of boutiques, surf shops, discount stores all for your shopping pleasure. They also have lots of local seafood served in some of the best restaurants around. The night life comes alive at dark with night clubs and some restaurants with live music and dancing. Atlantic Beach, NC is the place to be, fun in the sun!!

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