Life on the Coast
The NC Oyster Trail
Oysters once were as popular as the fast-food burger is today. Since the late-1880’s, people have collected, consumed, and enjoyed oysters up and down the East Coast. In North Carolina, the eastern or American oyster (Crassostrea virginica) lives in waters stretching the southern end of the Albemarle Sound to the sounds and estuaries bordering South Carolina. North … [Read more...] about The NC Oyster Trail
The Kindred Spirit Mailbox By Lynn Nesmith
A romantic whim evolves into an improbable landmark and a beloved destination along the North Carolina Coast by Lynn Nesmith Nearly half a century ago, a simple mailbox miraculously appeared amid the dunes of Bird Island. On a long-ago summer’s day, Frank Nesmith and Claudia Sailor came up with a crazy scheme to place an old-fashioned metal mailbox on a deserted stretch … [Read more...] about The Kindred Spirit Mailbox By Lynn Nesmith
Check Out Undeveloped Bird Island!
Bird Island is an undeveloped barrier island located at the southwestern edge of the North Carolina coast, situated between the Town of Sunset Beach and the Little River Inlet in South Carolina. The Reserve site encompasses 1,481 acres consisting of approximately 135 upland acres and over 1,300 acres of marsh, intertidal flats, and subtidal area. Download The Bird Island … [Read more...] about Check Out Undeveloped Bird Island!
The Southern Surfcaster
One of our all time best sellers! - The Southern Surfcaster: Saltwater Strategies for the Carolina Beaches & Beyond The Southern Surfcaster will increase your knowledge of fishing and help you develop into a more confident salt-water fisherman. Explore creative techniques and the latest strategies that have transformed the sport over the last decade. Many of the … [Read more...] about The Southern Surfcaster
The Beachcomber’s Companion
The Beachcomber’s Companion is an "Illustrated Guide to Collecting and Identifying Beach Treasures". Breezy, inviting, and delightful–just like a day at the beach– The Beachcomber’s Companion is a charming illustrated guide to collecting and identifying shells and other coastal treasures. Each of the entries includes fascinating descriptions, fun tidbits, and detailed … [Read more...] about The Beachcomber’s Companion
What Are the Seneca Guns?
While not unique to the Carolina coast, the Seneca Guns are certainly most common along our shores. The Seneca Guns are loud booming noises, most often described as sounding like thunder or a cannon being shot, and can feel like a small earthquake on land. To date, there is no scientific explanation for this phenomenon. While many theories exist, none have been … [Read more...] about What Are the Seneca Guns?
The Beach Zones
 The beach zone extends from the low-tide water level to the “foot” or base of the primary dune. At first it seems to be without life, except for an occasional gull silently standing by the water’s edge. Then, from overhead, pelicans and terns dive suddenly to catch surface fishes just beyond the breakers. Offshore, dolphins break the surface as they feed, but on the beach … [Read more...] about The Beach Zones
Shrimp and Grits Cookbook
Nathalie Dupree was ahead of the curve years ago with her classic book Shrimp and Grits. Now, this Lowcountry comfort combo is found on restaurant menus all around the country–from top to bottom, coast to coast. All-new photography, new recipes from southern chefs, and a fresh design revamp a southern food cookbook for gift giving or one’s own kitchen library. Nathalie … [Read more...] about Shrimp and Grits Cookbook
The Grey Man of Cape Hatteras
MumFest!
It's time for the second weekend known as MumFeast! Enjoy another fabulous fun-filled fall weekend October 11-12, 2025! A combination of family fun, entertainment, attractions, exhibitors and great food in the beautifully restored setting of historic downtown New Bern and its waterfront.  MumFest is one of the finest award-winning festivals in the state of North … [Read more...] about MumFest!
The Haunted Maco Light
 Spooky Books Browse our collection of some of the Spookiest Books to be found about the Coastal Region of North Carolina!  You’ll want to sleep with lights on after you encounter what you’ll find! … [Read more...] about The Haunted Maco Light
The Disappearance of Theodosia Burr
Spooky Books Browse our collection of some of the Spookiest Books to be found about the Coastal Region of North Carolina!  You’ll want to sleep with lights on after you encounter what you’ll find! … [Read more...] about The Disappearance of Theodosia Burr
The Curse of Bath
Eastern North Carolina Sayings
If you live in the South long enough, you'll notice we speak a slightly different language. Sure, it's still English but it's got a little twang to it and there are more than a few terms you won't find in any dictionary. Here's a book that breaks down just exactly those Southern phrases and words mean and where they came from. Growing up on a farm in the heart of eastern … [Read more...] about Eastern North Carolina Sayings
