It is really a funny thing when you live in a vacation destination like the Outer Banks you never really get the chance to do, or visit some of the things that make your area unique. For example the Graveyard of the Atlantic museum…I have still not ever been there and its right down the street. Its crazy how that works. I guess it is just important to make the time to get out and enjoy the “tourist” stops around the area. After realizing this- it was ironic to stumble upon this great article by Russ Lay of the Outer Banks Voice about his recent experience dolphin watching.
He mentions how when they moved to the Outer Banks they did all of the tourist things— lighthouses, museums, galleries etc, then settled into somewhat of a routine. I am pretty sure this is true for most OBX locals but it is always fun to get crazy and go do something random, something that you tell people they have to do but you still haven’t done! I have always been a huge fan of dolphins as they are such beautiful creatures and I get so excited when I can see them out in the distance. How cool would it be to see them close up?
In his article Russ notes how he decided to go out on a dolphin tour since it had been a decade since he had done it last. He decided on Outer Banks Cruises, aboard the “Captain Johnny,” where Captain Stuart Wescott serves as host, historical commentator and comedian in addition to locating dolphins. His record in 2010 was 260 sightings on 270 trips. Plus the sweet part is, you get a free repeat visit for the remainder of the season if you are on one of those rare trips when a dolphin is not spotted!
After watching his video of the experience it made me really want to go check this out and I encourage all of you to do the same. Hey, if you’re going to be in town let me know and maybe we can go out on the watch together! The more the merrier! It would definitely be a great thing to do with the kids, the family or even as a fun date idea.
For information on tours visit Outer Banks Cruises website or read the entire article by Russ Lay on the Outer Banks Voice here.
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