Wrightsville Beach Named Best Beach Town
What makes a superior beach town? America does beaches extremely well, but too many of the towns along our coastlines have become charmless and generic. They feel like shopping malls with sand.
A great beach town must have shores that … Read the rest
Blockade Runner and Local Landmarks Featured in Our State Magazine
Check out the Coastal Issue of Our State Magazine, North Carolina’s premier travel and culture magazine, and you’ll see a enchanting articles on The Blockade Runner, Johnnie Mercer Pier, the Carolina Beach Pier and The Winds Resort.
This year’s Coastal … Read the rest
Sign Up for Surf Camp!
Get your kids in on a fun and educational experience with our Ocean Isle Beach Surf Camp for Kids!
Surf camps are weekly from June lasting until late August. Here we teach kids how to surf and educate them on … Read the rest
River Watch Kayak Tours
Want to explore the amazing marshes and coastal area of North Carolina from up close? You can. Every third Saturday of the month from March to November, Cape Fear River Watch in Wilmington NC hosts a paddle on a beautiful … Read the rest
How to Cook an Oyster

Fried Oysters
Drain oysters, and dry thoroughly between paper towels. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and roll in cornmeal or fine cracker crumbs. Deep-fry in fat at 365° to 375° until brown. Drain on paper towel.
Scalloped Oysters
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