www.chrinbnc.org http://www.chrinbnc.org Wed, 31 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000 en hourly 1 No Fees For Ferries Or Bridge Crossing http://www.chrinbnc.org/2011/08/31/no-fees-for-ferries-or-bridge-crossing/ http://www.chrinbnc.org/2011/08/31/no-fees-for-ferries-or-bridge-crossing/#comments Wed, 31 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.chrinbnc.org/&p=10   [ Read More ]]]> North Carolina’s east coast is full of culture, history, and fun activities. Many locals enjoy the close proximity of the Atlantic ocean and the accompanying landmarks. Visitors to the North Carolina’s coast will have plenty of activities to keep them occupied.
Horse riding is one popular activity that visiting tourists can take advantage of. There is no greater feeling than saddling up and galloping along the sea shore on a windy day.
In Cape Hatteras resides the tallest lighthouse in the country. Guests can walk up to the top for a splendid view of the beach or visit nearby Hatteras Island, one of the barrier islands that make up the Outer banks. A ferry will transport you for free, so don’t worry about getting wet.
There are numerous places to stay and eat on the Coast. The nearby town of Wilmington offers hotels such as the Hilton Garden Inn and the Homewood Suites. Restaurants include the Calabash Seafood Hut and the the Giggling Mackeral Seafood Grille, both known for their healthy, delicious, and affordable seafood dishes.
These are some helpful ideas to make your North Carolina vacation more enjoyable. Don’t forget to pack for the beach and you’re all set!What-s 1 more click? Your boss isn-t watching… Life’s A Beach

]]> http://www.chrinbnc.org/2011/08/31/no-fees-for-ferries-or-bridge-crossing/feed/ 0 Visit State and National Parks For Free http://www.chrinbnc.org/2011/08/28/visit-state-and-national-parks-for-free/ http://www.chrinbnc.org/2011/08/28/visit-state-and-national-parks-for-free/#comments Sun, 28 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.chrinbnc.org/&p=9   [ Read More ]]]> We are all looking for entertainment, but entertainment now a days can be very expensive. A dinner and a movie, which use to be a standard date, now can cost a lot of money. Therefore, many people have begun to explore other options that are free. One amazing free option is to visit state parks and national parks.

These parks provide free entertainment. Most of them have a pool for swimming which is great on hot days. Others will have lakes and rivers for fishing if you enjoy that.Want more? Click here/tag Many people enjoy playing golf but do not often think of state parks as a place to play. However, parks offer very nice golf courses and often at a lower cost than most privately owned golf courses.

Even if the park does not offer many of these things or you are not interested in them, all parks offer beautiful scenery for everyone to enjoy. Hiking through the mountains and along trails can be one of the most relaxing and enjoyable experiences that anyone can enjoy. It is breathtaking to see all the beautiful scenery and if you are plagued by stress, it is a great way to relax with nature by your side.

]]> http://www.chrinbnc.org/2011/08/28/visit-state-and-national-parks-for-free/feed/ 0 Ways To Exercise At The Beach http://www.chrinbnc.org/2011/08/26/ways-to-exercise-at-the-beach/ http://www.chrinbnc.org/2011/08/26/ways-to-exercise-at-the-beach/#comments Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.chrinbnc.org/&p=8   [ Read More ]]]> Enjoy the great outdoors and get fit at the same time by discovering these great ways to exercise at the beach.

Body Surfing
This beach work out will challenge your body and give you thrills at the same time. Paddling out to the waves will tone your arm muscles and provide an effective cardio workout. Practice your balance on the board and work your arms and legs as you try to stay afloat after being tossed around by a powerful wave.

Running
Kick off your shoes and run right next to the waves for a powerful workout that is easier on your knees and joints than pavement.Additional information can be found at http://www.marksdailyapple.com/wow-steep-climb/. Running in the sand hikes your cardio workout up a notch and a quick cool down in the azure waters will be a sweet reward for your effort.

Beach Volleyball
This classic activity will get both you and your friends in shape. Keep teams small to encourage lots of movement and practice your spike to develop upper body strength.

Dune Sprints
Take your running workout to the extreme by completing short sprints up sand dunes. Start with a gentle slope and work your way up to a steeper dune for a real challenge.

]]> http://www.chrinbnc.org/2011/08/26/ways-to-exercise-at-the-beach/feed/ 0 Free Or Low Cost Beach Activities http://www.chrinbnc.org/2011/08/25/free-or-low-cost-beach-activities/ http://www.chrinbnc.org/2011/08/25/free-or-low-cost-beach-activities/#comments Thu, 25 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.chrinbnc.org/&p=7   [ Read More ]]]> The great thing about nature is that it is here to enjoy, free of charge. So load up the car and visit the beautiful North Carolina coasts for little or no cost. There are plenty of activities that you and your family can enjoy on the beach.

Plan a day of just enjoying the sand and surf. Enjoy the day, lying in your chair, enjoying the sun. Bring sand toys for the kids and help them build a sandcastle. If you want to get more detailed, there are grownup tools and books to build your own sand masterpieces. Take a dip in the ocean and let the kids- boogy board in the surf. Bring along a picnic basket for lunch and just spend the day on the beach.

The beach is a great place to get in your exercise routine for the day. Take a jog or walk along the sands. Walking in the water and other water aerobics are also great to do at the beach. Get up a group and play volleyball or football. For a low price, you can rent bicycles for the day and bicycle around the island. Whatever you choose, just do something you enjoy.

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