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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1GCR_gulls-and-terns_Rodanthe-NC.html
Gulls and terns are both found in coastal areas, and, sometimes inland near large lakes and rivers. Both species occur in various combinations of white, gray, and black. However, most terns have a distinguishable black cap on their heads and a sh…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1GCP_fish-wildlife-service_Rodanthe-NC.html
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is responsible for protecting and conserving our country wild birds, mammals and fish for the enjoyment of all people. Cooperating with the states and other countries, the Fish and Wildlife Service carries out a…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1GCF_charles-kuralt-trail_Rodanthe-NC.html
Panel 1 Welcome & Enjoy Your National Wildlife Refuge Pea Island Established in 1938, Pea Island NWR included over 5,800 acres of typical barrier island habitat that has been carefully managed to better provide for the needs of wildlife. The Re…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1GCB_giant-bluefin-tuna_Nags-Head-NC.html
NC State Record 805.5 lbs. Caught March 12, 2011, aboard the "Sea Breeze" 40 mi. SE of Oregon Inlet Angler: Corey Schultz Capt: Ned Ashby Mate: George Cecil Mounted by: Gray Taxidermy
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1GA2_take-a-boy-fishing-in-north-carolina_Kitty-Hawk-NC.html
945 lb. Atlantic Blue Marlin 6th largest on record when caught on July 28, 1983 aboard the Carolinian Oregon Inlet, NC Captain Tony Tillett, Mate Bull Tolson Angler Zak Garcia, age 14 of Southern Shores, NC Time of fight: Approximately 1 hour Len…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1FCF_powder-ridge-club_Kitty-Hawk-NC.html
This club stands as one of the last traces of Duck's rich waterfowl heritage. Built by Wall Street brokers in the 1920's and operated through the 1940's. Distinctive to this club was a unique set of whalebones adorning the front; garnering it the …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1A1N_wreck-of-the-u-s-s-huron_Kill-Devil-Hills-NC.html
Steamer ran aground on November 24, 1877, near here, killing 98. Tragedy led to improvements in U.S. Lifesaving Service.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1A0U_confederate-forts_Hatteras-NC.html
Fort Hatteras and Fort Clark, 2 miles s.west, fell to Union troops on Aug. 29, 1861, after two days of heavy naval bombardment.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM16GL_the-first-flight_Kill-Devil-Hills-NC.html
The First Flight-From a 60-foot wooden track laid on these sands Orville Wright rose into the wind on the morning of December 17, 1903. It was the first time in history that "a machine carrying a man had raised itself by its own power into the air…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM12P9_red-wolf-country_Manteo-NC.html
(panel 1)Welcome to Red Wolf Country Northeastern North Carolina is Famous for the Outer Banks with its beautiful beaches, but the region has plenty of other natural attractions. Just a short drive inland, you'll find many more places to apprec…
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