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9 May 2024

Seats are Filling Up Fast. Sign Up Today for the OBX U.S. Coast Guard Auxillary Boat America Certified Safety Class and Start Enjoying the Water Safely!

2024-05-09T14:17:34-04:00May 9th, 2024|Categories: Breaking news|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on Seats are Filling Up Fast. Sign Up Today for the OBX U.S. Coast Guard Auxillary Boat America Certified Safety Class and Start Enjoying the Water Safely!

This course meets all requirements for North Carolina boaters who need to get their North Carolina Boater education card.

 

Who is required to have this card?

√ All boaters born on or after January 1, 1988

√ Who operate a motorized watercraft of 10 HP or more

√ Must have a valid NC Boater Education Card on board

If that’s you…sign up now for this one-day certified class.

 

I was born before January 1, 1988… can I still take the course?

Yes! Safe boating benefits all boaters! You can register for the class and get your North Carolina Boater education card, too. (It’s just not required.) Safe boating is always in style.

The Outer Banks U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary’s Boat America Boating Safety Class:

√ Is taught by certified Coast Guard Auxiliary instructors

√ Completes required course material + exam in the same day

√ Successful completion of this course satisfies the NC requirement

√ Is locally held here on the Outer Banks.

√ The North Carolina Boater Education Card is valid for a lifetime

Don’t wait! Register today for the Outer Banks U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary’s Boat America Boating Safety Class.  Open enrollment closes when seats are full.

When: May 11, 2024 one-day only

Where: Southern Shores Fire Department, 15 S. Dogwood Trail, Southern Shores NC 27949

Time:  8:30am – 4:30pm

Cost: $30 includes all materials + refreshments. Each additional family member is $25.

All seats are on a first come, first served basis for this one-day class.

What course topics to expect:

√ Introduction to Boating – Types of boats, boating terms and boating equipment.

√ Boating Law – Registration, regulations, and State and Federal requirements.

√ Safety Equipment – Life jackets, fire extinguishers, sound-producing devises, visual distress signals, anchors, and other safety equipment.

√ Local Knowledge – learn about boating in the OBX from local Coast Guard Auxiliarists

Go to CGAUXOBX.org  for more information.

Or sign up now at  https://form.jotform.com/220623574765056

29 Apr 2024

How to Paint Impressionism the Easy Way

2024-04-10T20:36:37-04:00April 29th, 2024|Categories: Copywriting|Tags: |Comments Off on How to Paint Impressionism the Easy Way

 

Spring Thaw is an oil painting by Outer Banks artist, Janet Pierce. This is created in an impressionistic style.

By Chelsea Reed
Impressionism is a stunning art movement! It originated in 19th century France and continues to this day. Artists began painting impressionism as a way to capture the fleeting moment of life’s feelings and experiences. The bright bold colors and blurry impressions were radical at the time. Today, it is a classic art form that is beloved around the world.

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17 Apr 2024

These Fascinating Art Pieces Will Make You Feel Like You’re on a Safari

2024-04-17T14:44:40-04:00April 17th, 2024|Categories: Copywriting|Comments Off on These Fascinating Art Pieces Will Make You Feel Like You’re on a Safari

By Chelsea Reed

Ready to go on a wild art adventure? You can admire the beautiful creatures of planet Earth without having to leave your house. Check out these fun and fascinating art pieces featuring the wonderful world of wildlife. You might even find a new furry or feathered friend! (more…)

12 Apr 2024

7 Fun Ways You Can Have Agate Geodes in a Wedding

2024-04-10T20:38:56-04:00April 12th, 2024|Categories: Copywriting|Tags: |Comments Off on 7 Fun Ways You Can Have Agate Geodes in a Wedding

By Chelsea Reed

Rocks in a wedding! Natural themes continue to grow this year, and geode weddings are in style. Their striking colors have captivated people for millennia. No two agates are alike. Their shimmering beauty offers a truly unique wedding experience your guests will talk about. (more…)

10 Apr 2024

The Secret Life of Petrified Wood

2024-04-10T20:31:42-04:00April 10th, 2024|Categories: Copywriting|Tags: |Comments Off on The Secret Life of Petrified Wood

By Chelsea Reed

What if we told you a tree could transform into a gemstone? Believe it or not, it can! The result is called petrified wood, and it’s prized by jewelers, carvers, and collectors all over the world. (more…)

10 Apr 2024

How to Choose the Right Contract Manufacturer

2024-04-17T14:56:05-04:00April 10th, 2024|Categories: Copywriting|Tags: |Comments Off on How to Choose the Right Contract Manufacturer

By Cindy Reed

10 Valuable Questions For Choosing A Contract Manufacturer

The role of the contract manufacturer (CM) involves more than manufacturing and supplying ingredients.

The CM plays a critical role producing a compliant quality product for your label that stands up to all regulatory scrutiny and consumer safety parameters. As such, they should function as a reliable extension of your organization. (more…)

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