Boatbuilding: A Unique Family Experience
Wooden boatbuilding is a cherished pastime and plays an important role in North Carolina’s history. Avid carpenters or families looking for a unique experience will find the boatbuilding classes offered at the NC Maritime Museum’s Watercraft Center a great choice. A variety of classes for all skill levels, adults and kids age 8 and above are offered throughout the year. READ MORE

Plan Your 2008 NC Beach Wedding
In this waterfront-wonderful area of North Carolina, weddings and celebrations take on almost any style and flavor, from beach casual to classic elegance. Sites for ceremonies and receptions are just as unique. With celebrations happening in churches, on beaches and boats and everywhere in between, this incredible area of North Carolina caters to the bride and groom looking to get away from it all. READ MORE

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7/25/08: Snorkeling the Sea – Radio Island, call for times, glimpse the mysteries of the deep with a snorkeling trip to Radio Island, led by an Aquarium naturalist. Gear provided, ages 10 & up, $25. NC Aquarium, Pine Knoll Shores. Details: 252-247-4003.
7/25/08: Aquarist Apprentice, 1 – 4pm, join Aquarium staff on a behind-the-scenes tour, help prepare animal meals and then participate in some daily care and maintenance tasks. Educators will teach you about the animals as you assist Aquarists with their caretaking responsibilities, ages 13 & up, $25. NC Aquarium, Pine Knoll Shores. Details: 252-247-4003.
7/25/08: Behind the Scenes: The Aquarium at a Glance, 3 – 3:45pm, visit food preparation areas, animal holding areas & labs, & get an overhead view of the Living Shipwreck, ages 5 & up, $5. NC Aquarium, Pine Knoll Shores. Details: 252-247-4003.   READ MORE