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Around Town: Beaufort

Beaufort has seen a lot in its long, colorful life.

This coastal community, established in 1709 and incorporated in 1723, is the third-oldest town in North Carolina (only Bath and Edenton are older). In the three centuries since its founding, pirates, freed slaves, fishermen, and a host of other travelers have all sought shelter in this quiet corner of Carteret County.

Today, some 4,000 people live there year-round; come summertime, this town swells with folks visiting from across the state and around the world.

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Directed by: DL Anderson
Produced by: James Mieczkowski
Cinematography by: Dillon Deaton
Music by: Beau James

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Kayaking in Beaufort NC

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Paddle Beautiful Beaufort 8 17 13

Weekend's paddling trip around Beaufort, SC August 17+18, 2013. Rain was forecast at 70% Saturday and 50% Sunday, but we only got hit by brief light sprinkles on Saturday while paddling. Typical South Carolina accuracy forecast, with us lucky. Thank goodness for local radar. Overcast skies were fantastic and made for a cool temp paddle, lower 80s that felt even lower on the water. We visited 2 historically reserved tabby ruins from the 1700's- Sam's Family Plantation and Fort Frederick. Wildlife included seeing dolphins, small sharks (one swimming under Anne's kayak bumping it, with the expected reaction), Ospreys carrying food to their nest, pelicans, storks, and numerous other birds. Paddling trips worth repeating, judging by all the smiles and thanks!

Radio Island, Beaufort NC 2018

Located on the edge of the Bulkhead Channel which leads to the Back Sound, the Radio Island Beach Access is a unique and wonderfully convenient beach destination for both Morehead City and Beaufort visitors. Renowned for its calm waters, sandy shorelines, and location that’s just a few minutes’ drive away from a number of coastal communities, this stretch of slightly inland shoreline that’s managed by the Carteret County Parks and Rec is a popular destination for anyone in need of a little fun in the sun.

The Radio Island Beach Access has ample parking just south of the Radio Island Marina, and from here, visitors can take a stroll along the beach where the waves are gentle, (and generally non-existent), but the views are outstanding. As a result of this calm terrain, the beach is a popular destination for kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, fishing, and other watersports that are best enjoyed in flat and shallow waters. The area can also be a fruitful shelling destination, as well as a nice spot to spread out a beach chair and catch a few rays. Located just barely off the beaten path, and yet nicely easy to reach, this local beach is a hidden gem destination that both visiting and local beach-goers will adore.

Beaufort Dolphins

And cocktails..

Blue Skies over Beaufort?

Well the skies were more of a grey, but as the old saying goes, any day kayaking is better than.... well any other day! So on this not so sunny day in mid September Ladybug and I paddled through one of our favorite places, the backsound and banks in and around Beaufort. We paddled from the boat ramp on Taylors Creek over to Carrot Island then along the backsound down to the Bouge Inlet where we crossed over the bar back into the tidal marsh in the Rachel Carson Reserve to see some of the Banker Horses.

Downtown Beaufort Waterfront backside of Irene

Downtown Beaufort Waterfront backside of Irene

The eye of Hurrican Irene Beaufort NC

Walking around in down town Beaufort NC during the eye of hurricane Irene. Front street was flooded

Guaranteed Dolphin Watch : Emerald Isle NC, Atlantic Beach NC, Beaufort NC, Morehead City NC

|| From October to March, we guarantee our Dolphin Watch Cruise || Winter is the best time, so bring a jacket, hat and your camera! Easy driving from Emerald Isle NC, Atlantic Beach NC, Beaufort NC, Morehead City NC

Flooding on Carteret Street in Downtown Beaufort

Not sure how much rain we got in a matter of 30 minutes or so in Downtown Beaufort SC, but Carteret Street flooded and was even going in Wrens front door. The girls from breakwater across the street were trapped for a while I guess!

Salt Marsh Kayak Trip SC

Set off on a adventure in the salt marsh in Beaufort SC had alot of fun with the kayaking and the camping

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Paddling from Beaufort docks to Carrot Island. Couple of Wild Horses grazing.(About 100 horses on the island total).

Drop zone Beaufort County NC

Pelican Plunge 2013

Hundreds of brave waders jumped into the Atlantic Ocean to celebrate the New Year for the 5th Annual Pelican Plunge at North beach of Hunting Island State Park. The Plunge followed a costume parade, Simon Sez and Kazoo songs. After the chilly dip, participants were treated to hot chocolate and chimenea fires while the winner of the costume contest was announced. All donations made during the event benefit the 'Discover Carolina' SC State Park Programs (Beaufort County, South Carolina Schools) through sponsorship of individuals and teams.

Aerial Footage of Eastern North Carolina inlcuding Beaufort and Cape Lookout

Beaufort, Morehead City, New Bern, Pamlico Sound, Cape Lookout aerial video shots

Stand Up Paddling the White Oak River in the Crystal Coast

Fitbit's Facing Waves hosts Nikki Gregg and Luke Hopkins join up with Sarah from Hot Wax Surf Shop for a tour of the creeks and marshes on White Oak River in North Carolina's Crystal Coast.

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City Walk in historic Downtown Beaufort