"The Andy Griffith Show" was a 1960's television show featured Andy, a sheriff in the small town of "Mayberry". The show revolved around Andy, his friends and family, and the great fun times that they all had together. While "Mayberry" is a totally fictional town, did you know that there is a place that reminds us of it? This place hastens back to a time when life was much simpler, people were kinder to each other, and everyone seemed to know your name. The place? Ocracoke, North Carolina...located in the Outer Banks. It's not only a great place for your family beach vacations, it's a place that will move you in ways you won't even realize. Read on to find out more...
While North Carolina has marched on in time...Ocracoke still maintains a bit of it's "Ode to Days Gone By". Why is this? One of the major reasons could be the fact that it's a lot harder to get to Ocracoke. No bridges or tunnels or roads go there directly. You will either need to have a private plane or boat, or be a good swimmer (we're kidding...), or utilize one of the ferries that travel back and forth on a daily basis.
If you hate the idea of shopping, we suggest you "give it a go" on Ocracoke Island. There are no fast food joints or crowded shopping malls to assault your eyes here. "Downtown Ocracoke" is an array of simple stores and shops, and each of them has it's own style and character. If you need groceries, there are two main variety stores that you can visit. There is a post office available to send a package or postcard back home. If you like flying kites, there is a shop that is dedicated to this sport...and island favorite. Oh, and we just love the relaxing walk through the tree-lined roadway...it's a nice way to beat the summer heat...
The historic lighthouse of Ocracoke was built in 1832 by Noah Porter (a builder from the state of Massachusetts). It has the distinction of being the oldest continuously operating lighthouse in North Carolina, and the second oldest in the U.S. It towers 75 feet (23 m) tall, and it's diameter ranges from 25 feet (8 m) at the base, to 12 feet (3.7 m) at the top. The light from it's tower can be seen 14 miles way out to sea. During the summer months a U.S. National Park Ranger is on duty at the lighthouse. While he/she is on duty, visitors may enter the base of the lighthouse...but nobody is permitted to climb it.
As we conclude our article we would like to mention what we think of Ocracoke. We love it! That about wraps it up in a nutshell. It has a feel about it that is hard to describe. It hastens back to a time when life was simpler, and problems were fewer. You will just have to go there and experience it for yourself. Make sure you come back in one piece...you might just leave your heart there... :)
While North Carolina has marched on in time...Ocracoke still maintains a bit of it's "Ode to Days Gone By". Why is this? One of the major reasons could be the fact that it's a lot harder to get to Ocracoke. No bridges or tunnels or roads go there directly. You will either need to have a private plane or boat, or be a good swimmer (we're kidding...), or utilize one of the ferries that travel back and forth on a daily basis.
If you hate the idea of shopping, we suggest you "give it a go" on Ocracoke Island. There are no fast food joints or crowded shopping malls to assault your eyes here. "Downtown Ocracoke" is an array of simple stores and shops, and each of them has it's own style and character. If you need groceries, there are two main variety stores that you can visit. There is a post office available to send a package or postcard back home. If you like flying kites, there is a shop that is dedicated to this sport...and island favorite. Oh, and we just love the relaxing walk through the tree-lined roadway...it's a nice way to beat the summer heat...
The historic lighthouse of Ocracoke was built in 1832 by Noah Porter (a builder from the state of Massachusetts). It has the distinction of being the oldest continuously operating lighthouse in North Carolina, and the second oldest in the U.S. It towers 75 feet (23 m) tall, and it's diameter ranges from 25 feet (8 m) at the base, to 12 feet (3.7 m) at the top. The light from it's tower can be seen 14 miles way out to sea. During the summer months a U.S. National Park Ranger is on duty at the lighthouse. While he/she is on duty, visitors may enter the base of the lighthouse...but nobody is permitted to climb it.
As we conclude our article we would like to mention what we think of Ocracoke. We love it! That about wraps it up in a nutshell. It has a feel about it that is hard to describe. It hastens back to a time when life was simpler, and problems were fewer. You will just have to go there and experience it for yourself. Make sure you come back in one piece...you might just leave your heart there... :)
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