Outer Banks Podcast - Presented By Seaside Vacations

On this episode of the Outer Banks Podcast, presented by Seaside Vacations, we talk to Kitty Hawk Kites Flight School co-managers Megan Turner and Billy Vaughn about the 50th annual Hang Gliding Spectacular, and Outer Banks tradition. Billy and Megan tell us about this longest-running hang gliding competition in the world and all of the events that happen surrounding it. Not that you need an excuse to visit the beaches of the Outer Banks but this 4 day event is as good as any. 

50th Annual Hang Gliding Spectacular info and schedule of events: https://www.kittyhawk.com/event/hang-gliding-spectacular/

Try Hang Gliding with Kitty Hawk Kites: https://www.kittyhawk.com/adventures/hang-gliding/

The Outer Banks Podcast, presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS.  On this episode of the podcast we talk with the guide of the Candlelight Manteo Historic Walking Tour and  former Manteo police chief Francis D'Ambra. Did you know that there are 21 firsts in history that are connected to Roanoke Island? Chief discusses the lost colony, the first flight, the US lifesaving service, the first freeman colony, actor Andy Griffity's connection to Manteo and even shares a firsthand story from Buzz Aldrin. Learn about the rich history of the town of Manteo and Roanoke Island and the Manteo Historic Walking tour. This podcast is a history buff's delight.

Manteo Historic Walking Tour Website

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The Outer Banks Podcast, presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS.  On this episode of the podcast we talk with James Charlet author of “Shipwrecks of the Outer Banks: Dramatic Rescues and Fantastic Wrecks in the Graveyard of the Atlantic.”  Keeper James tells us how the Outer Banks has become the Graveyard of the Atlantic, how the crisis of shipwreck after shipwreck was answered with the formation of the  little known US Life-Saving Service, and why ship captains across the country dreaded traveling near the Outer Banks’ Cape Hatteras.  We also talk about the Outer Banks involvement with the Titanic and much more.  If you have ever been interested in shipwrecks this podcast is a must listen. 

Rent an Outer Banks beach home here: https://www.outerbanksvacations.com

Keeper James website: http://www.keeperjames.com

Keeper James Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeeperJamesOBX

US Life-Saving Station Chicamacomico historic site website:  https://chicamacomico.org

Graveyard Of The Atlantic Museum: https://graveyardoftheatlantic.com

The Outer Banks Podcast presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. This episode focuses on the happiest mammals on earth...dolphins! Jessica Taylor, the executive director for the Outer Banks Center For Dolphin Research and naturalist on the Nags Head Dolphin Watch tells us all about our flippery OBX buddies. We talk about where to spot dolphins on the Outer Banks, how dolphins communicate, what to do if you spot a stranded dolphin, and the great work that is being done by the Outer Banks Center For Dolphin Research. Jessica also touches on dolphin conservation and tells the story of a dolphin that got caught in a ring Frisbee. Do you know how many dolphins there are on the Outer Banks? You will after this episode.

Rent an Outer Banks beach house here: https://www.outerbanksvacations.com/

Outer Banks Center For Dolphin Research: https://obxdolphins.org/

Go on a dolphin tour with The Nags Head Dolphin Watch: https://www.nagsheaddolphinwatch.com/

Outer Banks Marine Mammal Stranding Network:  https://sites.google.com/site/obxmmsn/

The Outer Banks Podcast presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. Wind and waves are certainly the pastimes of the Outer Banks and on this episode we explore a classic way that we game the wind with Ben Saltzman, Marketing Director for Kitty Hawk Kites. A hardcore kite enthusiast, Ben gives us a window into the sport of kite flying on the Outer Banks and the kite flying community in general. We explore the different types of kites including kites that you can make dive, hover in the air, and pinpoint land. In addition, Ben talks about the series of kite flying events held on the Outer Banks each year.

Kitty Hawk Kites website: https://www.kittyhawk.com/

Kitty Hawk Kites events: https://www.kittyhawk.com/events/

Rent an Outer Banks beach house:   https://www.outerbanksvacations.com/

The Outer Banks Podcast presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. On this episode we talk to Rhana Paris the Outreach Coordinator for the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island. Rhana tells us about all of the aquarium's enchanting animals from sharks, seahorses, and stingrays to sea turtles, alligators, and otters. We also talk about coastal conservation, and climate change. Everything you ever wanted to know about the aquarium and more on this episode of the Outer Banks Podcast.

https://www.ncaquariums.com/roanoke-island

The Outer Banks Podcast presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS.  On episode 11 of the Outer Banks Podcast, we talk to Matt Costa who runs the OBX Running Company.  Matt hosts a series of races on the Outer Banks throughout the year helping locals and visitors alike find a piece of the happiness that he finds in fitness living on the Outer Banks.  Matt also consistently gives back to the Outer Banks community through his races and other philanthropic endevors.  Learn all about the OBX Running Company and their races while getting sucked into the positive vibe that is Matt Costa!

The OBX Running Company Website

The Giving Tree

The Gym

On this episode of the Outer Banks Podcast - presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS, we talk to Captain Randy Graham, a fully licensed commercial fisherman on the Outer Banks offers visitors half-day charters, full-day charters, evening sunset cruises and two-hour cruises, as well as tubing, dolphin, and crabbing excursions.  We talk to Randy about the lesser known Outer Banks islands that he takes his passengers to, the choose your own adventure aspect of his business, how venturing out into the Outer Banks sounds make for a perfect family trips and much more. 

Seaside Vacations guests can save 10%-15% off of Captain Randy's offerings as part of Club seaside here: https://www.outerbanksvacations.com/obx-pontoon-man

You can visit Captain Randy's website here: https://www.obxpontoonman.com/

The Outer Banks Podcast, presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS.  On this episode we talk to Chandler Pace from North Beach Watersports.  The most northern watersports center on the Outer Banks, North Beach Watersports in Corolla offers an array of Outer Banks water activities such as parasailing, Jet Ski rental, Tubing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Pontoon rental, and more. Chandler goes into detail on each offering, and explains how you can try on of these vacation excursions during an Outer Banks visit.  We also talk about the Outer Banks' northern beaches, the family vibe at North Beach Watersports, and some cool things that Chandler has seen during her time at North Beach Watersports. 

You can find North Beach Watersports online at: https://northbeachwatersports.com/

Seaside Vacations guests get access to discounted tubing, banana boat rides, and pontoon rental via our free Club Seaside Program.

Your Outer Banks journey begins with renting an amazing Outer Banks beach vacation home at: https://www.outerbanksvacations.com

The Outer Banks Podcast, presented by SEASIDE VACATIONS. On today's episode we talk to Brenda Fann from the Wanchese Marina.  The town of Wanchese has a rich history as far as Outer Banks fishing is concerned.  Benda tells us about all of the marina's offerings including dolphin tours, sunset cruises, charter fishing excursions, plus you can even go out to catch crab and shrimp.  The Wanchese Marina is also home to the Landing Grill restaurant where seafood is served daily from the boat to your plate.  You can visit the Wanchese Marina website and view their webcam at the link below: