Wright Brothers NM

They Taught the World to Fly!

Wind, sand, and a dream of flight brought Wilbur and Orville Wright to Kitty Hawk, North Carolina where, after four years of scientific experimentation, they achieved the first successful airplane flights on December 17, 1903.

With courage and perseverance, these self-taught engineers relied on teamwork and application of the scientific process. What they achieved changed our world forever.

May 26 2012
This was our second trip to the Wright Brothers NM. Lot's to learn about the first flight. After a visit here you must do a follow up to Dayton Ohio to get the rest of the story.

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Our 41st NPS Unit

Ft Raleigh NHS

England's First Home in the New World

Fort Raleigh National Historic Site protects and preserves known portions of England's first New World settlements from 1584 to 1590.
This site also preserves the cultural heritage of the Native Americans, European Americans and African Americans who have lived on Roanoke Island.

May 26 2012

Spent some time here during our day on the Outer banks. This is a little known park but worth the time to stop and learn about one of the first colonies in the United States. 

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Our 71nd NPS Unit

Cape Hatteras NS

A place to engage your senses

The sound of ocean waves, the starry night sky, or the calm of the salt marshes, you can experience it all. Shaped by the forces of water, wind, and storms these islands are ever changing. The plants, wildlife, and people who live here adapt continually. Whether you are enjoying the beach, kayaking the sound, or climbing the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse there is something for everyone to explore!

May 26 2012

Spent a great day seeing some of our local parks. The dogs got to enjoy a nice walk on the beach and even ventured out to the surf. 

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Our 70th NPS Unit