The Natural Traveler Along North Carolina's Coast

This book covers all the region's classic sites--Wright Brothers National Memorial, the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, Tryon Palace, historic Wilmington--but gives special emphasis to places that celebrate nature. You'll discover the birder's paradise that is Lake Mattamuskeet. See why the revamped N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher is as impressive as any such facility on the East Coast. You'll be move to explore the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum before your ferry ride to remote Cape Lookout. The introductory chapter on the natural history of the coast will familiarize you with the variety of habitats you'll encounter in your travels. Also provided are hard information on dates or operation, fees and directions, as well as sidebars on subjects of special interest and recommendations for restaurants and lodgings.