The Outer Banks 2008 Official Travel Guide - (Page 13) OUTER BANKS AT T R A C T I O N S – Civil War Trail – Winding throughout the Outer Banks through Roanoke Island and Hatteras Island are parts of the Dare County Civil War Trail - a great way to experience a fascinating time in the history of The Outer Banks. 16. Bodie Island Lighthouse - Located within the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The 156-foot tall horizontally-striped lighthouse is not open for climbing. A visitor’s center in the old keeper’s quarters features exhibits, an Eastern National Bookstore and is open year-round. Self-guided nature trail. Free admission. (252) 441-5711. – Bodie Island M arshes – There are four parking areas along Hwy. 12 for bird watchers. Many species of wildfowl flock here during winter months. Egret, heron, glossy ibis and wading birds can be seen spring through fall. National Park Service controls wildfowl hunting in season. 17. Pea I sland National Wildlife Refuge – Located between Oregon Inlet and Rodanthe. The 6,000-acre refuge is a haven for more than 360 species of birds. From spring to autumn, a large variety of wading, shore and upland birds can be seen. The observation platforms are near parking areas. Public interpretive programs are scheduled weekly during the summer and fall. Free admission; guided canoe tours are available for a fee. (252) 987-2394 or (252) 987-1118. 18. Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station Historic Site – Located on Hwy. 12 in Rodanthe. Most complete U.S. Lifesaving Station site in the nation, with original station built in 1874 and a second station constructed in 1911. Five outbuildings, including the 1911 Cook House and the 1907 Midgett House, comprise the remaining structures. Family-oriented programs offered during summer months, including the Apparatus Drill Beach Reenactment! Exhibits include artifacts, apparatus, documents, uniforms, photographs, including displays of the Outer Banks Lifesaving Station. Open mid-April through Nov. Admission. (252) 987-1552. chicamacomico.net 13 http://www.chicamacomico.net
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