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Rediscover Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kill Devil Hills, NC
Rediscover Wright Brothers National Memorial!Over the next month leading up to Public Lands Day on September 24,
we’re reintroducing you to our Outer Banks national parks and the amazing stories and experiences they protect!
Ranger Beth shares what you can experience at Wright Brothers National Memorial.Watch Now When was the last time you experienced Wright Brothers National Memorial? Wright Brothers National Memorial is located in Kill Devil Hills and was established by Congress in 1927 in celebration of Orville and Wilbur Wright, two brothers from Dayton, Ohio, who taught the world to fly. Our park is beloved by aviation enthusiasts, as well as those who love learning about the innovation, technology, and dedication it took to achieve what was once considered impossible. You can visit Wright Brothers National Memorial any time of year, or for special events like the annual First Flight Celebration on December 17, which commemorates the Wright brothers’ first successful heavier-than-air powered flight that took place in what was then called “Kitty Hawk” on December 17, 1903.
Whether you visit the park every year or haven’t been in a while, make plans to rediscover this amazing park:
- Travel the first flight line – see how far Orville Wright flew during those first twelve seconds in the air!
- Explore the reconstructed 1903 camp buildings to see what life was like more than 100 years ago as the brothers tested their ideas.
- View or walk up to the Wright Brothers Monument. From the monument you get a 360-degree view of our beautiful island. (Note: The path to the monument is wheelchair accessible.)
- See the First Flight sculpture – the iconic first flight photo come to life in bronze! Did you know that our park has an accessible, tactile model of the 1903 Wright Flyer? It’s located in the Flight Room of the Visitor Center!
- Experience the recently renovated historic Visitor Center to get the full story of how the brothers made the impossible possible.
PS: If you use social media, follow Wright Brothers National Memorial on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter to stay up to date with the latest park happenings!
Why Kitty Hawk?
Have you ever wondered why two brothers from Dayton, Ohio, would travel all the way to the Outer Banks to try and fly? Read on to learn more about what inspired Orville and Wilbur Wright to travel to these barrier islands in their quest for powered flight.
Learn More “Big Kill Devil Hill’s” New Look
Extra, extra, read all about it: “Big Kill Devil Hill” at Wright Brothers National Memorial got a new look last year! Read on to learn about why this landscaping was necessary and how innovation is still making it’s mark in this park.
Learn More Join A Ranger Program!
Check out the schedule below for a list of ranger programs that will be offered at Wright Brothers National Memorial now through October 10! Limited programs are offered throughout the year; visit the park’s website before you go for the most up-to-date schedule. Step back in history during this short walk to the actual site of the Wrights’ first powered flights. Discover why the Wrights chose Kitty Hawk for their flight experiments and what life was like in the Outer Banks; learn about the events that led to the first powered flight on that cold December day, and the lasting impact their first flight continues to have on the world today. (Note: The path to the monument is wheelchair accessible.)
Twelve seconds was all the Wright brothers needed on December 17, 1903, to show the world humans can fly. Those twelve seconds were just the start of aviation history and the Wright legacy. Explore the rest of the Wright story as you discover the impact that Wilbur and Orville had on history, the legacy they left behind, and how they are remembered in the world today.
Park Programs Your Impact: Inspiring the Next Generation
Did you know you can help future generations learn and grow in our Outer Banks national parks?
Because of our generous donors, we were able to help our park staff at Wright Brothers National Memorial print 2,000 Junior Flight Rangers books when supply chain challenges delayed their order this summer. The Junior Flight Ranger program helps kids continue the Wright brothers’ legacy of making the impossible possible by inspiring them to soar to new heights. Over 2,000 kids have participated in the program this summer!Consider a tax-deductible gift today to help us protect and enhance this special place. Donate Now More Ways to Give Back:
Shop For A Cause!
We have Wright Brothers National Memorial-themed merchandise (including these Orville and Wilbur Wright teddy bears!) available in our online store! Your purchase ensures that future generations continue to learn and create memories in the Outer Banks through history, conservation, and the celebration of innovation.
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Good Advice from TopSide Marinas
TopSide Marinas is a family owned marina company that is looking to buy and operate marinas – they are not a broker – and they would love to meet marina owners who are ready to sell. TopSide Marinas is A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR!
Living through the pandemic in 2020, everyone experienced the feeling of being trapped within the premise of their house. Even homebodies were yearning to have a night out with friends. Gladly, it seems like boating was the answer many found to satisfy their craving for the outdoors and still keep in the safety of social distancing.
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The Isle of Hope Marina Announces Sale to TPG Marinas, AICW MM 590
SAVANNAH, Ga) After 25 years of continuous ownership, the Isle of Hope Marina has been sold to TPG Marinas, the full-service marina management affiliate of Rhode Island-based Procaccianti Companies.
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Lorraine’s Cafe, Great Guana Cay, Exumas
A must stop for eating when near by Great Guana Cay, Exumas, just south of Staniel Cay. Thanks to Winston Fowler for this recommendation.
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Wine Down Wednesday is back! Sept 7, Oct 5 & Oct 19, Old Towne Creek County Park, Charleston, SC
Charleston County Parks, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, is proud to announce the return of Wine Down Wednesdays.
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Evening at Staniel Cay Yacht Club, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR!
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- Reply to Winston
Greg, You are very kind. This photo caught the evening when most of the charters etc, were headed back to get the next load of visitors. Marina was pretty busy most of the time.
- Reply to Greg
Beautiful photo Winston – no surprise, since all of your photos are excellent.
Hope you enjoyed your time at Staniel. It is interesting to see how few boats were at the docks.
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Good Reads for the Maritime Community – St Albans Press
A tale of modern day piracy on the high seas that had its roots in the second world war.
During the last days of World War II, two SS officers desert the German army and sail with two dozen hijacked tanks to a South American dictatorship. Decades later the same regime, facing a mortal threat, hires a British shipping executive and a former British army captain to perform a daring act of maritime piracy. As the two young Englishmen ally with the elderly SS men, the present mirrors the past – and a remarkable crime on the high seas races to an explosive conclusion.
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Scenes from Staniel Cay Yacht Club
If you are in the Staniel Cay area, please come and visit Staniel Cay Yacht Club, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR! Photos were recently taken by Winston Fowler.
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Stop Feeding Wild Animals by Alex Rickert
Social media might make it seem cool to go viral with the next mind-blowing animal encounter, but feeding many wild animals, especially marine mammals, is already illegal.
Sharks + intentional feeding = a dangerous situation for all involved. CONTRIBUTED
STOP FEEDING WILD ANIMALS by Alex Rickert
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- Reply to Jim
We dump our sewer plant discharges into their water, then drain our streets and highways into their environment. But you are worried about humans feeding them???
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Highfield Tender Spotted at Staniel Cay Yacht Club
HIGHFIELD, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, is the leading builder of aluminum-hulled RIBs. Performance and strength are the key features of every HIGHFIELD RIB. Their advanced hull designs and Italian-influenced interior styling, keep alive the reputation of a dry-riding, seaworthy and stable craft that can handle rough conditions, as well as please the discerning eye.
I saw this Highfield tender at Staniel Cay Yacht Club today. Good to see their product at another Cruisers Net sponsor’s place.
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Edenton’s Lighthouse and how it got here, Edenton, Albemarle Sound, NC
A longtime CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, historic Edenton always has an exciting calendar of events! Edenton is at the mouth of the Chowan River on the northwest shore of Albemarle Sound.
Hello!
This past week, August 7, was national lighthouse day.
And as the home of one of the last remaining Screw-Pile Lighthouses in the country, it’s an important day for us to share our treasured building with all who come by.
Do you know the story of how it came to be?
It’s a long, winding story filled with hurricanes, destruction, and more.
It’s almost as interesting as the structure itself.
It started life on the Roanoke river.
But, it found the perfect home on Edenton’s waterfront.
Visit our website 101 W Water St, Edenton, North Carolina 27932
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High Praise for Highfield Marine
HIGHFIELD, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, is the leading builder of aluminum-hulled RIBs. Performance and strength are the key features of every HIGHFIELD RIB. Their advanced hull designs and Italian-influenced interior styling, keep alive the reputation of a dry-riding, seaworthy and stable craft that can handle rough conditions, as well as please the discerning eye.
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OCEAN TODAY (Back To School Videos) Featuring Hurricane Hunters & Satellites of the Sea
Satellites of the Sea; Observing the Ocean for Hurricane Research
New High Tech Ocean Robots Aid NOAA Scientists and Open Up Opportunties for Ocean Science CareersHow do we know how strong a hurricane will be and where it will make landfall? Some answers can be found in the ocean. Ocean observing instruments collect data about ocean conditions, such as temperature, salinity, and pressure. This information helps scientists improve forecasts of hurricane intensity and path, and to warn people who may be in danger.
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OCEAN TODAY FOR TEACHERS – Want to learn more about the Smithsonian/NOAA Ocean Today Program?
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August 12, 2022
Watch Hurricane Hunters Fly into the Eye of a Monster Storm! (2:30)
The job of a hurricane hunter is not for the faint of heart. This brave crew must fly straight into one of the most destructive forces in nature. Hurricanes are born over the open ocean. And while satellites can track their movement, meteorologists and researchers need to sample the storms directly to get the most accurate information about them. NOAA’s Hurricane Hunter fleet includes two P-3 turbo prop aircraft, as well as a Gulfstream IV jet. The P-3s fly through the storm, encountering devastating winds that can be over 150 miles per hour.
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Inside the Outer Banks by Ed Tilletts
Our thanks to Southern Boating and Ed Tilletts for giving Cruisers Net permission to publish Ed’s excellent article on the Outer Banks.
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Dry Stack Storage Special, Harbortown Marina, east of AICW Statute Mile 894
A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, Harbortown Marina lies off the southern shores of the Canaveral Barge Canal between Sykes Creek and the Banana River. This fine facility has recently expanded their ship’s store!
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AIWA August 2022 Newsletter
Cruisers Net is proud to be a member of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway Association whose lobbying work is crucial to keeping the Waterway navigable and safe. Your membership dollars directly support their vital work. Please join and encourage your boating neighbors to do likewise, regardless of their homeport.
August 2022 Newsletter
FY23 Federal Appropriations Moving Forward – Passed by the
U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate Bill ReleasedJuly was a big month for appropriations news out of Washington, D.C. with the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate moving the process forward prior to the Congressional recess in August.
The House Appropriations Committee passed their version of the Energy & Water Development Appropriations bill on a 32-24 vote on June 28th. This bill was then forwarded to the full House of Representatives for a vote as part of an appropriations package that included five additional appropriations bills. The House of Representatives passed the six piece appropriations package on July 20th on a 220 to 207 vote.
Following the House of Representatives, the Senate Appropriations Committee released their Energy & Water Development Appropriations Bill on July 28th. The good news is the Senate matched the President’s Request for the AIWW and NJIWW, and a state by state breakdown of the President’s budget, the House of Representatives bill, and the proposed Senate amounts are shown below. One item of note is the Florida allocation is different from the House of Representatives’ version as it includes an additional $2 million Community Project Funding Request (aka earmark) requested by Rep. Brian Mast.
In addition to direct appropriations for each state, the House and Senate bills also included Additional Funding for Navigation Maintenance, Inland Waterways, and Small, Remote or Subsistence Navigation. These funds would be allocated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the waterway is eligible to compete for funds in all three of these categories.
Below lists the different amounts proposed by Congress:
Navigation Maintenance: $40 Million in House Bill, $25 million in Senate BillInland Waterways: $40 Million in House Bill, $15 million in Senate Bill
Small, Remote or Subsistence Navigation: $45 Million in House Bill, $56 million in Senate Bill
Looking ahead, it seems likely we could exceed $100 million in funding for the AIWW/IWW/NJIWW between FY22, FY23 and IIJA (Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act) funding IF the U.S. Senate passes the funding levels included in the proposed Senate Appropriations Committee Bill AND Congress passes the final Appropriations bill this year. At this point, the Senate is moving slower than the House and it is an election year so we should not expect a final FY23 Appropriations bill anytime soon, but we are encouraged with the final House version and the proposed Senate versions of the bill.
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U.S. Coast Guard Proposes Changes
to Buoy System along GA and SC CoastsAs noted in the Marine Safety Information Bulletin 13-22 shown below, the U.S. Coast Guard is proposing to discontinue lighted buoys and make other changes at a number of inlets that enter and exit from the intracoastal waterway and other coastal water bodies in Georgia and South Carolina.
This issue has been raised as a safety concern by our AIWA members, and we will be submitting a letter requesting to engage on this issue through public meetings. We invite you to share this notice widely and encourage the Coast Guard to schedule public meetings for more input.
All comments should be emailed to: D07-SMB-DPWPublicComments@
uscg.mil or Andrew.m.engle@uscg.mil with the subject line “SC/GA SEACOAST AIDS TO NAVIGATION”. Comments may be mailed to Commander (dpw), Seventh Coast Guard District, 909 SE 1st Ave, Suite 406, Brickell Plaza Federal Building, Miami, FL 33131-3050 to be received by August 14, 2022. 
Click on graphic for full-size PDF view.AIWA Participates at MCAS Beaufort, SC Meeting
to Explore Use of Natural Infrastructure
Dr. Jeff King, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, offers an overview of Engineering with Nature to participants.AIWA Executive Director Brad Pickel was invited to participate in a two-day meeting in late July with representatives from a number of military, federal, state and multi-sector organizations to learn more about the current state of practice with respect to the use of natural infrastructure for coastal resiliency in coastal systems. The meeting included briefings and site visits to areas within the Marine Corps Air Station in Beaufort, South Carolina to identify possible locations for demonstration projects and full-scale implementation. We appreciate the opportunity to engage in these discussions and efforts to expand the use of natural infrastructure and beneficial use of sediment from the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway in coastal resiliency projects.
Register for the 2022 AIWA Annual Meeting
November 16-17, 2022, Norfolk, VA
Registration continues for the AIWA Annual Meeting on November 16-17 at the Sheraton Waterside Hotel in Norfolk, Virginia. Learn more and register on the annual meeting website.Thank You Annual Meeting Sponsors
We appreciate your support!Platinum Event Sponsor – Florida Inland Navigation District
Annual Meeting Luncheon – Cross State Towing
Break Sponsor- Cottrell Contracting Corporation
Imprinted Attendee Gift – Taylor Engineering, Inc.
General Sponsor – Mike Hooks, LLCClick here for more information on available sponsorship benefits!
Copyright © 2022. Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway Association. All rights reserved. The AIWA is a national non-profit organization with the mission of securing funding and support for the maintenance of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. We are the only organization dedicated to ensuring the future of the AIWW and proudly represent all stakeholders of the waterway.
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Just in time for your summer adventures: Outer Banks Forever gear!
Just in time for your summer adventures:Outer Banks Forever gear!Did you know that your favorite Outer Banks Forever merchandise that is sold in park stores is now available online? Each item in our collection represents something you love about the Outer Banks — from sea turtles to the Wright brothers’ famous 1903 Flyer.Even better, when you purchase an item from our online store, you help protect and enhance our amazing Outer Banks national parks that hold so many special memories for each of us.
Check out our Summer 2022 Gear Guide today!
As a thank you for being an Outer Banks Forever supporter, we’d like to offer you an exclusive 20% off discount code for items in our online store! Just enter the code “OBXF” at check out. Please note: This discount code does not apply to bundled items.
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The fine print: Available only on shop.americasnationalparks.org. Must use code OBXF for 20% off Outer Banks Forever items. Offer valid now through 8/9/2022. Additional discounts or coupons cannot be applied to Clearance items, Jamestown Glass, already discounted items, Passport Starter Kits, and Other Sets.
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LNM: BOLO Missing Boater, South River, NC
South River extends southward of the Neuse River east of Adams Creek.
News Release U.S. Coast Guard 5th District Mid-Atlantic
Contact: 5th District Public Affairs
Office: (757) 398-6272
After Hours: (757) 295-8435
5th District online newsroomCoast Guard searches for missing boater in Pamlico Sound, North Carolina
WILMINGTON, N.C. — The Coast Guard is searching Pamlico Sound for a missing boater Wednesday after he did not return to shore as expected Tuesday evening.
The missing boater has been identified as 38-year-old John Hess, from Buxton.
Watchstanders at the Coast Guard Sector North Carolina command center received notification of the situation from Carteret County Emergency Dispatch at 10:15 a.m. Wednesday.
It was relayed that Hess took a friend’s 23-foot boat from a private residence in Beaufort onto the South River at about 4:30 p.m Tuesday and did not return at night as expected.
The boat’s owner searched for Hess overnight with no results, then alerted authorities.
A Coast Guard Air Station Elizabeth City MH-60 Jayhawk Helicopter crew and response boat crews from Coast Guard Station Hatteras Inlet and Coast Guard Station Hobucken are searching for Hess.
Also assisting in the search are personnel from the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, Harkers Island Fire Department, North Carolina Marine Patrol, and the South River-Merrimon Fire Department.
Anyone with additional information regarding this case should contact the Sector North Carolina command center at 910-343-3880.
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Shifting Sands: Carolina’s Outer Banks Face a Precarious Future
As sea level rises and storms become more frequent and powerful, the famed vacation spot is fighting an increasingly difficult battle to keep from washing away.
Drone aerial view of Outer Banks Highway 12 with Atlantic Ocean and Sound on both sides, Cape Hatteras National Seashore. (Photo by: Visions of America/Joseph Sohm/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)
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Inside Climate NewsComments from Cruisers (2)
- Reply to Bill
The desert outside Cairo, Egypt is littered with petrified forest tree trunks and not far thousands of acres of petrified clam shells on the high plateaus. The dry ravines 150' below have barely any vegetation, if at all. Where did the water go? Humans had nothing to do with it. Just like they have nothing to do with climate change now.
- Reply to John
When will we learn that it is hard to control "Mother Nature?" Also, when we we all take climate change seriously? Does anyone really believe that pumping tons and tons of snd will last very long?
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