Kid-tested, kid-approved ways to play, eat, and explore history in these coastal communities.
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The Stewards of Salter Path’s Fishing Tradition
In Carteret County, fall brings schools of silvery mullet — and one of the last crews on the East Coast that rolls tractors onto the beach to gather them.
How to Live Like a Local on the Crystal Coast
Want the insider’s scoop for visiting the coast? Here’s where residents go for fresh oysters, beautiful outdoor adventures, fun ferry trips, and more.
A Carteret County Tradition: A City Shaped by Fishing
The commercial fishing industry runs deep in Morehead City — for many born-and-bred locals, the town’s unique access to fresh North Carolina seafood has shaped their lives’ work. From catching it to cooking it, every step is done with pride.
Anchored in Tradition
Once the pride of Carteret County, the Christmas displays on Harkers Island had grown dim. Buoyed by bright memories of holidays past, a group of locals brought back the lights.
In Search of Down East
In Carteret County, the North River does more than divide the land. It defines a specific, once-remote region of North Carolina and the distinct culture and traditions that took root there, shaped by sound and sea.
Remembering Captain Woo Woo Harker
A beloved sailor spent his life on the waters around Carteret County. Today, a bronze bust pays tribute to his friendly nature and passion for the sea.
3 Crystal Coast Getaways
Pick your perfect off-season retreat: Spend a weekend shopping, shelling, and dining; go offshore fishing and discover waterman traditions; or explore the aquarium and Fort Macon State Park with the whole family.
Becoming Blackbeard in Beaufort
How a jack-of-all-trades from Carteret County found his calling and shored up a Crystal Coast tradition.
