Due to geography, rich history, and growing industry, North Carolina provides a large range of recreational activities from swimming at the beach to skiing in the mountains. North Carolina offers fall colors, freshwater and saltwater fishing, hunting, birdwatching, agritourism, ATV trails, ballooning, rock climbing, biking, hiking, skiing, boating and sailing, camping, canoeing, caving (spelunking), gardens, and arboretums. North Carolina has theme parks, aquariums, zoos, museums, historic sites, lighthouses, elegant theaters, concert halls, and fine dining.

North Carolinians enjoy outdoor recreation utilizing numerous local bike paths, 34 state parks, and 14 national parks which are the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Cape Lookout National Seashore, Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site at Flat Rock, Croatan National Forest in Eastern North Carolina, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site at Manteo, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Guilford Courthouse National Military Park in Greensboro, Moores Creek National Battlefield near Currie, the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail, Old Salem National Historic Site in Winston-Salem, the Trail of Tears National Historic Trail, Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, Uwharrie National Forest.

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North Carolina is a state located on the Atlantic seaboard in the Southeastern United States. The state borders South Carolina and Georgia to the South, Tennessee to the West and Virginia to the North. North Carolina contains 100 counties and its capital is Raleigh.

North Carolina state was one of the original Thirteen Colonies, originally known as Province of Carolina. Joara, a native village near present-day Morganton, was the site in 1567 of Fort San Juan, the first Spanish colonial settlement in the interior of what became the United States. A colony was later established at Roanoke Island, the first attempt by the English to found a settlement in the Americas.

On May 20, 1861, North Carolina was one of the last of the Confederate states to declare secession from the Union, to which it was restored on July 4, 1868. The state was the location of the first successful controlled, powered and sustained heavier-than-air flight, by the Wright brothers, at Kill Devil Hills, about 6.4 miles from Kitty Hawk in 1903. Today, it is a fast-growing state with an increasingly diverse economy and population. As of July 1, 2008, the population was estimated to be 9,222,414 – a 14.5% increase since April 1, 2000. Recognizing eight Native American tribes, North Carolina state has the largest population of Native Americans of any state East of the Mississippi River.

North Carolina state has a wide range of elevations, from sea level on the coast to almost 6,700 feet in the mountains. The coastal plains are strongly influenced by the Atlantic Ocean. Most of the state falls in the humid subtropical zone. More than 300 miles from the coast, the Western, mountainous part of the state has a subtropical highland climate.

As of 2008 (the most current numbers available), North Carolina is the fourth-fastest growing state in the United States and the fastest growing state East of the Mississippi River.

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North Carolina has total of 100 counties and the city of Raleigh is the state Capital. The state is located on what is known as the Atlantic Seaboard of the United States and in the Southeastern part of the US. Its bordering states are South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee and Virginia. North Carolina was one of the original 13 colonies and was one of the last of the Confederate states to declare secession from the Union.

The world’s first air flight by the Wright Brothers in 1903 took place in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. The largest population of Native Americans East of the Mississippi River is located in North Carolina, with eight tribes being represented. These are the Coharie, Eastern Band of the Cherokee, Haliwa-Saponi, Lumbee, Meherrin, Sappony, Occaneechi Band of the Saponi Nation & last but certainly not least the Waccamaw-Siouan.

There is a vast range of elevations in NC, ranging from sea level on the coast and extending almost 6,700 feet in the mountain areas. The climate ranges are vast as you might well guess. The coastal area temperatures are influenced by the Atlantic Ocean, and most of NC falls into a humid subtropical zone, even the mountain areas, which are located some 300 miles from the coast, fall within a subtropical highland climate zone.

North Carolina has a wide variety of religions or spirituality population, with the vast majority being Baptist. North Carolina farmers are amongst some of the best and most dedicated. Their produce ranges from poultry & eggs, tobacco, hogs/pigs, milk, nursery stock, cattle, sweet potatoes & soybeans, which are either sold to the markets, the Farmers Market or exported. Unfortunately a lot of our manufacturing jobs have been lost to overseas competition where labor is cheap and sometimes very dirty, but that is the price we Americans pay for wanting cheaper products.

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Shore-Fit Sunwear is a specialty swimwear boutique located on the coast of North Carolina.  The “Shore-Fit” concept was created in 1996 to focus on women with special swimwear needs.  Our objective is to meet those needs and at the same time provide fashion and selection.  We know that you want a swimsuit that fits correctly and makes you look great too!

Shore-Fit Sunwear, Inc. Services:

• PLUS-SIZE SWIMWEAR

Contact Details for Shore-Fit Sunwear, Inc.

Tel:  (252) 441-4560

Web: www.yoursuit.com

Email:  info@obxsunwear.com

Address:

US 158 and East Helga Street
MP 5 1/2
Kill Devil Hills, NC

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For more than 30 years, Nags Head Hammocks has been a leader and innovator in the pursuit of better outdoor living. In this age of everything being manufactured someplace else, we’re justifiably proud that every product to bear the Nags Head name is not only U.S.A.-made, but is hand-crafted right here in our beautiful home state of North Carolina.

Nags Head Hammocks Services:

• Hammocks

Contact Details for Nags Head Hammocks

Tel:  (252) 441-6115

Web: www.nagsheadhammocks.com

Email:  info@nagsheadhammocks.com

Address:

US 158, MP 9 1/2
Kill Devil Hills, NC

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A local Dare County business for over 16 years, the Beach Book is located at 1518 S. Memorial Blvd. in Kill Devil Hills. Feel free to stop by if you have any questions, concerns, changes to a listing, or would just like to pick up a copy of the book. We also encourage ideas from our community on how we can improve and better serve you.

The Beach Book Services:

• Official Phone Directory & Vacationers’ Guide

Contact Details for The Beach Book

Tel: (252) 480-2787

Fax: (252) 480-3299

Web: www.beachbook.com

Email: sales@beachbook.com

Address:

1518 B South Memorial
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

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Bold Print Design Studio is located on barrier Islands off the coast of North Carolina, in what is known as the “Outer Banks“. We consist of two primary principals, an in-house Designer, and a strong network of specialized professionals including advanced programmers, illustrators, additional designers, copywriters and more.

Bold Print Design Studio Services:

• Rack Cards
• Post Cards
• Trifold Brochures
• Menus
• Fliers
• Catalogs
• Newspaper Ads
• Logo & Stationary Design
• Website Design & Hosting.

Contact Details for Bold Print Design Studio:

Tel: (252) 441-2041

Fax: (252) 441-4691

Web: www.boldprintdesign.com

Email: info@boldprintdesign.com

Address:

1403 Harrington Ave
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

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Founded in 2000, Jessie McClary brings over ten years of experience in the communication arts industry. A graphic designer and artist, Jessie also started her own company as a wholesale distributor of hand painted wooden decor for the kitchen and home. Her unique pieces can be found in retail stores across the country. This provided her with a solid understanding of marketing and business practices, as well as the need to stay under budget and meet deadlines.

Jessie Mac Graphic Design  Services:

• Graphic Design

Contact Details for Jessie Mac Graphic Design:

Tel: (252.261.6789

Fax: 252.255.5256

Web: www.jessiemacdesigns.com

Email:  jmacdesigns@charter.net

Address:

1403 Harrington Ave
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

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Our shop, THE BIRD STORE, is located on the Outer Banks of North Carolina.  It is a gallery of antique decoys as well as new decoys, waterfowl and fish carvings, original art and wildlife, seashore, fishing, and hunting prints, lighthouse art, antique collectible fishing and hunting gear, and more.

THE BIRD STORE Services:

• Gifts

Contact Details for THE BIRD STORE:

Tel: (252) 480-2951

Web: www.thebirdstore.biz

Email:  info@thebirdstore.biz

Address:

807 S. Croatan Hwy
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

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Perry Glass has proudly served Northeastern North Carolina and the Outer Banks area for 64 years.  We have stores in Kill Devil Hills and Elizabeth City.  Our products and services include auto glass and windshield repair, shower doors and bath enclosures, custom picture framing, mirrors, window and screen repair, table tops, ventilated shelving, and commercial storefront installation (just to name a few!).

Perry Glass Services:

• AUTO GLASS
• RESIDENTIAL
• COMMERCIAL
• PICTURE FRAMING

Contact Details for Perry Glass:

Tel: (252) 441-4111

Fax: (252) 441-1100

Web: www.perryglass.com

Email:  rperry@perryglass.com

Address:

409 W. Lake Drive
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

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