A Day Without Shoes…Count Me In!

Posted on March 28, 2011

No Shoes

When I graduated from college and realized I needed to head off into the “real world,” I distinctly recall telling myself that if I could find a job that would allow me to wear sandals on a daily basis, then I would be a happy cog in the real world wheel. I now live at the beach where sandals are pretty much a requirement for the majority of the year.

I guess sandals can be a pretty motivating force.

But now that I’ve accomplished that life goal, it’s time to set my sights on a new prize…no shoes! If sandals give that laid-back vibe, than no shoes must give the “I’m swinging in my hammock taking a nap” vibe. There’s a strong goal if I’ve ever heard one.

So, any reason to go sans shoes, count me in! Luckily, Outer Banks Boarding Company and Tom’s Shoes are giving me a reason to chase me shoeless dreams.

On April 5th, Outer Banks Boarding Company (OBBC) goes without shoes so kids won’t have to. Will you?

Tom’s Shoes, and OBBC are hosting “One Day Without Shoes” on Tuesday April 5th from 4 to 6:30 PM at OBBC in Nags Head, including a shoeless walk to the beach and back. Purchase a Pair of Tom’s Shoes and get a local artist to customize your shoes for just $5.00!!

There will be free refreshments, food, and live music by an amazing local OBX singer/songwriter, Esther Faith.

Esther is well worth the trip on her own. I don’t want to pigeon-hole her, but she has this great surfer/alt-country vibe; almost like Taylor Swift riding a wave. The perfect Outer Banks vibe.

Outer Banks Boarding Company & Tom's Shoes - Day Without Shoes

Outer Banks: New Boardwalk and Pier Headed to Duck

Posted on March 14, 2011

Outer Banks - Duck Boardwalk

The Outer Banks Sentinel is reporting that the Town of Duck continues to push full steam ahead on an ambitious project to build a 10-foot wide, wooden soundfront boardwalk that will stretch behind the park and extend to the existing walkways of the waterfront businesses.

In the long-run, the hope is to ultimately have the boardwalk run the entire length of the village and will offer a safer and more enjoyable way to enjoy the towns shopping areas and pristine natural stretches.

People are already enjoying the completed areas, and the town has applied for a grant to pay for the southern extensions. The town believes the new boardwalk will allow vacationers and residents to access the sound and enjoy all of its beauty that has mostly been off limits because it is behind privately-owned properties.

Another important factor of the boardwalk is safety. Duck is very busy during the summer when folks are out walking, riding bikes and jogging through town, and it can get pretty congested as cars are trying to make it through. The hope is that the boardwalk may resolve some of these traffic issues.

Town planners also plan on adding a 130-foot pier that will feature four day-use boat slips to the agenda. Taken together, the boardwalk and piers offer something different than the beach for the thousands of people who visit this small sea-to-sound town each year.

The Town of Duck believes this is just the first piece of an overall pedestrian plan. When and if the mid-Currituck bridge is built from the mainland to Corolla, the Town of Duck may seek approval from the N.C. Department of Transportation to make some changes in town such as additional crosswalks.

5k on the Outer Banks – 27th Annual Nags Head Woods 5k

Posted on May 6, 2010

The 27^th Nags Head Woods 5k will be held this Saturday at 8 am. This Race supports a wide variety of great causes! The race’s Website provided the following information about the event:

This unique race is a wonderful opportunity to Have Fun While Doing Good! Celebrate Mom and spend a Spring weekend on the exciting Outer Banks of North Carolina. Enjoy great beaches, nature and history. And while here, run through The Nature Conservancy’s Nags Head Woods Ecological Preserve, one of the few maritime forests remaining in The USA. The race starts at 8 AM on Saturday, May 8th. It is an out-and-back course that covers gently rolling terrain on hard-packed dirt/gravel/sand in the woods. North Banks Rotary Club hosts the race – all net proceeds go to support local scholarships and charities, and disabled veterans.

After race party will be held at the Ramada Inn at 12:30 PM at the. Entry to the party is complimentary for 5K runners. Cost for all others age 6 and above is $10.

2010 Nags Head Woods 5k Course

Family-friendly 5K Run/Walk on the Outer Banks

Posted on April 30, 2010

Surfside Scute 2010

Surfside Scute 5K and Tiny Turtle Kids Fun Run to be held May 22, 2010 in Corolla to support Corolla Ocean Rescue.

This family-friendly run or walk finishes in Monteray Plaza with prizes, food, live music and lots of fun!

The race begins at 8:00 a.m. on a Saturday, and would be a great way for tourists to begin their vacations, or as the perfect ending to a fun-filled week.

Proceeds go to Corolla Ocean Rescue and help fund the OBX public ocean safety programs such as the S.E.A.L. program and Junior Lifeguards.

8th Annual OBX Sandbar 5K

Posted on August 6, 2009

8th ANNUAL OBX® SANDBAR 5K

Presented by “Michelob Ultra® & Monster®“

5K BEACH RUN/WALK

SUNDAY, AUGUST 9TH 2009 8:00 AM STARTING TIME

KITTY HAWK, NC / BEACH ACCESS MILEPOST 4.5

RACE: The Outer Banks only 5K Beach Run/Walk is set on the wide, flat sands in front of the historic “Old Station” public bath house in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. This charity race is a benefit for The Outer Banks Relief Foundation which raises funds to help people on the Outer Banks with debilitating diseases and families in crisis.

COURSE: The 8th Annual OBX® Sandbar 5k Race starts on the beach at the MP 4.5 lifeguard tower and runs north and then south back to the start/finish line.

AWARDS/DIVISIONS: The 1st place overall male and female finishers will win medals and vacation packages on the Outer Banks. The 2nd & 3rd place overall male and female finishers will win other gift certificates and medals. Medals will also be given to the top 3 finishers in the following age groups: 13-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55 and up.

ENTRY FEE: $25 per entrant. Participants will receive an event T-shirt and a race packet. Entry fees are non-refundable. Please make checks payable to: The Outer Banks Relief Foundation. Mail-in entries must be received by 8/7/2009. On-line entries can be made through Active.com before 8/7/2009. Beach entries will be accepted from 6:30am-7:30am on the day of the race. A maximum of 400 participants will be allowed in this event.

For additional information, check our website at www.OuterBanksReliefFoundation.com or email obxsandbar5k@outerbanksrelieffoundation.com