
The Declaration of Independence being read on the steps of Tryon Palace, July 4, 2008

The fife and drum corps marching to their concert location near river entrance to Tryon Palace, July 4, 2008.

King George being hung in effigy at Tryon Palace, July 4, 2008.

New Bern from bridge.

It's not unusual to see people ride bicycles to the harbor at New Bern to board their boats. Colorful and fun!

North West Creek Marina - cross the Neuse River from New Bern and enter North West Creek.
NOW, LET'S TAKE A SHORT DRIVE TO ORIENTAL...

Oriental Harbor from the bridge. Notice the upstairs/downstairs prorches - a typical architectural feature in this part of the world.

Oriental harbor up close - a great place to start a walk around town.

A man and his "best friend" leave the dingy dock.

A cheerful street scene during Croaker Fest in July 2008.

Friendly teens share a "tree seat."

Doesn't this waterside house in Oriental just epitomize summer?

Ice cream, anyone? This little one cylinder John Deere actually makes ice cream.

Children loved the rock climb. The little girl on the right almost made it, but her legs were too short to get a toe-hold near the very top. However, it was quite some time before she gave up. Bet she makes it next year!
AND NOW TO NAGS HEAD & the OUTER BANKS...

Look closely - there's a double rainbow ending in the Atlantic at Nags Head.

Sunset over the Roanoke Sound at Nags Head.

Wild horses near the beach just north of Corolla.

The Currituck light is as beautiful as any on the Outer Banks, and the Whalehead Club nearby is open for tours and well worth a visit.