Where did the Name Kill Devil Hills come from?

There are a few different interpretations of the legend and they all involve pirates and rum.  You do know that pirates lived on the outer banks since the 1700's right?  Well, as the tale is told pirate ships fresh from the Caribbean landed on these shores with their plundered booty.  These ships contained vast amounts of rum and it is said they would unload enough rum to kill the devil.  The would bury the rum in a large sand dunes for storage.  Thus the name...Kill Devil Hills...

Spring Camping

With comfortable camping weather on the way, every one at the shop is looking for those occasional 70 degree days to get out and about. After a long winter of howling winds and snow storms, we are all ready to shed the layers and enjoy the Spring. One of many camp sites along the Outer Banks, Frisco Woods Camp Ground has become our go to spot. Offering sound front tent sites enclosed by trees, its a beautiful environment to enjoy with friends. Most sites are camp fire friendly and there is kayak access all along the sound front with stellar fishing. Can't wait to get back out there....

http://www.thefriscowoodscampground.com/campground_layout

How did Nags Head get it's name?

As legend has it....Pirates in the 1700's would hang a lantern around the neck of  an old horse, commonly referred to as a nag, and walk it up and down Jockey's Ridge.  A ship at Sea would see these lights and think that it is a ship or ships docked safely in a harbor.  The captains of these ships would then sail toward the non-existent harbor and run aground on the sandbars.  Then the pirates would go out to the stranded ships to pillage and plunder. 

Do you have an interesting tale to tell about the Outer Banks?  We would love to hear it.
Pics from  http://www.ncfbmagazine.org/2009/01/the-legend-of-nags-head/

7th Annual Blues Jam

Truly a unique experience, the 7th Annual Freedmen's Blues Jam is set for March 25th. The Crowd and Big Ron Hunter will be performing in Roanoke Island Festival Park. Great venue, music and vibes, I'm looking forward to this one. Manteo's downtown is revamped and great lunch spots are all around if trying to grab a bite before the show. Full Moon Cafe Grille and Brewery is definitely a favorite. Only a few days left to purchase tickets, look up the link below for detailed info.

http://roanokeisland.com/featured-event-2011-2.aspx

There is lots to do on the Outer Banks this weekend!

cook offs, plunges, shows & parades