B-Hive

Three Bedroom Oceanfront House, Located in Oak Island

Go Hunting

Because of the abundant wildlife areas in Brunswick County, many people enjoy visiting the area to go hunting each year. There are a number of areas in the region where hunters can find both large and small game, which include species of deer, black bear, wild turkey, rabbit, and dove. In Brunswick County, the Green Swamp Game Land is almost 15,000 acres and one of the most isolated areas of southeastern North Carolina. Owned by the Nature Conservancy, this area can only be traveled on foot. Other hunting lands in Pender and New Hanover Counties include the Holly Shelter Game Land, Sutton Lake Game Land and Roan Island. For more information about hunting regulations and licensing, contact the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission at (888) 629-4535. Information and licenses can also be found at a variety of local stores, including the Wal-Mart Super Center of Southport at (910) 454-9909, the Wal-Mart Super Center of Shallotte at (910) 754-2880, the Holden Beach True Value Hardware at (910) 842-5440, or Island Tackle and Gifts at (910) 579-6116.

Take a Tour at Indigo Farms and Garden Center

The Indigo Farms and Garden Center of Shallotte is a great place for the kids to learn about how a produce farm is managed. Home-grown fruits and vegetables are available for purchase, or you can pick your own strawberries, blueberries and blackberries. A variety of special events are hosted throughout the year, including Farm Heritage Day and Pumpkin Day, both in October. Evening hayrides are offered in the fall. Also onsite is a bakery, ice cream shop, and florist. Hours of operation are Monday to Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information, contact Indigo Farms & Garden Center at (910) 287-6794.

Join an Adult Soccer League

If you enjoy competitive sports and getting lots of exercise, you may enjoy participating in the adult soccer league of Oak Island. The Oak Island Recreation Department offers adults the opportunity to play in this soccer league, which is open to both men and women. Throughout the league season, ten matches are played, and the season ends with a single-elimination tournament. The location of the games is the Oak Island Soccer Field at Middleton Park. For more information, contact the Oak Island Recreation Department at (910) 278-4747.

Practice Your Swing at the Driving Range

If you enjoy golfing but don't have time to golf a full round at a local course, you may want to check out a local driving range. Holden Beach Driving Range is a lighted facility that has lessons available on-site. A pro shop and batting cages are also available at this location. At this range in Holden Beach, you can practice your swing 24 hours a day, because when no staff is on duty, there is a self-payment booth for your convenience. For more information, contact the Holden Beach Driving Range of Holden Beach at (910) 842-3717. Another option is the Pro Tee Practice Range in Ocean Isle Beach. They have 36 fully lighted stations, a pro shop, refreshment area, batting cages, and a mini golf course. This facility is open daily and operates with a self-payment booth. For more information, contact the Pro Tee Practice Range at (910) 754-4700.

Visit the Oak Island Parks and Recreation Department Nature Center

The Oak Island Parks and Recreation Department is very active in promoting area recreation and wildlife, and this is displayed in their Nature Center. Admission is free to this great center, which offers a variety of live animals on display. Also available at the Nature Center is a talking tree trail, an interpretive trail, a walkway and picnic area and restrooms. If you enjoy nature, you won't want to miss a stop at the Oak Island Parks and Recreation Department Nature Center, which can be reached at (910) 278-5518.

Attend the North Carolina Festival by the Sea

The North Carolina Festival by the Sea is held on the last Saturday of October on the streets of Holden Beach. The festival features more than 160 booths of arts and crafts, a sandcastle building contest, a kite flying contest and a horseshoe competition. There are 1K, 5K and 10K races held during the festival, and a street dance with live music takes place on Saturday night. There is no admission fee to get into the festival. For more information, contact the North Carolina Festival by the Sea at (910) 842-3828.

Attend a Summer Sundays Performance

Summer Sundays of Southport consists of a series of outdoor concerts that are sponsored by the Southport Visitor's Center and the City of Southport. Held in the historic Keziah Memorial Park, the concerts feature a variety of music styles performed by local artists. Concerts are held on Sundays from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. between May 29 and August. Concert attendees range from children to senior citizens and can bring chairs, blankets, picnic baskets. For more information, contact Summer Sundays at (910) 457-7927.

Have Lunch at the River Pilot Café

The River Pilot Café of Bald Head Island serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and offers great views of the Cape Fear River. Their menu offers a variety of Southern food that includes seafood, meats, vegetables, and more. Adjacent to the Café is the River Pilot Lounge, which offers cocktails and a late-night menu. While you are on Bald Head Island viewing the lighthouse or other local attractions, you may want to stop and enjoy a meal at the River Pilot Café. For more information, call (910) 457-7390.

Take at Tour of the Progress Energy - Brunswick Plant Energy Center

The Progress Energy - Brunswick Plant Energy Center is located in Southport off N.C. Highway 87. While the nuclear plant is not open to the public because of safety reasons, there is a Visitor Center here where you can learn about the process. A variety of exhibits are available here, which includes a display about how to prevent sea turtles and other sea creatures from entering the plant with the million gallons of water that flow into the plant's cooling units each minute. The exhibits will also teach you about reading electric meters, used fuel storage, generating electricity with a stationary bicycle and educational videos. Admission to the Visitor Center is free, and the tours are self-guided. For more information, contact the Progress Energy - Brunswick Plant Energy Center at (910) 457-6041.

Learn about the Agri-Tourism Industry of Brunswick County

There are a number of local farms in Brunswick County that are available for tours. Your family may enjoy an afternoon tour of a produce farm, aquatic farm, cattle or swine farm, or a tobacco or cotton operational farm. Several of the produce farms allow you to pick your own tomatoes, strawberries, and other in-season fruits and vegetables, while the other types of farms will enable you to get a glimpse into the farm operation lifestyle. For an informational guide about the various farms in the area, contact the Brunswick County Center of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service at (910) 253-2610.

 

Oak Island Restaurants

Thai by the Sea
705 Yaupon Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Chasers Bar & Grill
8520 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Frosty's Ice Cream
8600 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Domino's Pizza
402 Yaupon Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

China Garden
300 Yaupon Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Huddle House Restaurant
132 Country Club Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Duffer's Pub & Grille at the Oak Island Golf Club
928 Caswell Beach Road
Oak Island, NC 28465

Jones' Seafood House
6404 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Oak Island Jungle Golf, Arcade & Ice Cream Shop
6321 Oak Island Drive East
Oak Island, NC 28465

Turtle Island Restaurant & Catering
6220 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Pizza Shack
6212 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

The Flying Pig Coffeehouse
6006 Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Oak Island Shopping

Yaupon Beach Fishing Pier
705 Ocean Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Haag & Sons Seafood
7901 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Seaside Baskets
706 Yaupon Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Frosty's Ice Cream
8600 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Island Wear
8600 East Oak Island Drive
Suite #6
Oak Island, NC 28465

Boat House Gifts
128 Country Club Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Karen's Just Dessert
3 St. Andrews Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Beverage Barn
6235 East Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Island Gift Baskets
6018 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Oak Island Senior Craft Shop
5918 E Oak Island Drive
PO Box 61
Oak Island, NC 28465

Bubba's
5825 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Burlington Outlet
5817 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Brunswick Beaches Attractions

Yaupon Beach Fishing Pier
705 Ocean Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

South Harbour Village
4909 Fish Factory Road
Southport, NC 28461

The Oak Island Lighthouse
1100 Caswell Beach Road
Oak Island, NC 28465

Environmental Overlook Trails
3003 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Indigo Plantation & Marina
6099 Indigo Plantation Road
Southport, NC 28461

NC Baptist Assembly / Fort Caswell
100 Caswell Beach Road
Oak Island, NC 28465

Southport Marina
701 W West Street
Southport, NC 28461

Fort Johnston
Intersection of Davis and Bay Streets
Southport, NC 28461

Ocean Crest Fishing Pier
1411 E Beach Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport
116 N Howe Street
Southport, NC 28461

Southport Parks and Recreation Department
107 E Nash Street
Stevens Park
Southport, NC 28461

Southport Historical Society
501 N Atlantic Avenue
Southport, NC 28461

Brunswick Beaches Activities

Oak Island Golf Club
928 Caswell Beach Road
Oak Island, NC 28465

Oak Island Jungle Golf, Arcade & Ice Cream Shop
6321 Oak Island Drive East
Oak Island, NC 28465

Endless Summer Sailing Cruises
4909 Fish Factory Road
South Harbour Village Marina
Southport, NC 28461

South Harbour Village
4909 Fish Factory Road
Southport, NC 28461

Ocean Rentals
4014 E Beach Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Oak Island Fun Park
4434 Long Beach Road SE
Southport, NC 28461

Priority Sailing Academy
5900 Dutchman Creek Road
Southport, NC 28461

Oak Island Parks & Recreation Department
3003 E Oak Island Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

Privateer Charters
104 SE 25th Street
Oak Island, NC 28465

Winds of Carolina Sailing Charters
701 W West Street
Southport Marina
Southport, NC 28461

Starship Deep Sea Fishing & Scenic Cruises
701 W West Street
Southport Fishing Center
Southport, NC 28461

Surf Cinemas
4836 Long Beach Road SE
Southport, NC 28461

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