Learning About Wildlife And Ocean Life Is Fun In The Outer Banks

Where else but the Outer Banks can provide kids ofand other creatures who call the Currituck Sound
all ages the opportunity to learn and have fun at thehome.
same time? Each year, thousand of visitor descendThe wildlife center is quite large (over twenty-two
upon this thin strip of shoreline bordering thethousand square feet) and houses a visitor's center,
north-easternmost end of North Carolina, mainly toexhibition hall, auditorium and an extensive gallery of
enjoy the beach and other related activities. However,waterfowl decoys. Visitors to the wildlife center may
the Currituck Outer Banks offer more than miles offind exhibits that showcase wildlife of the barrier
sand and sunny day, but the opportunity for all to meetislands, from the many different species of fish to the
the creatures who live there all year round. A greatducks and geese that migrate south for the winter.
place to learn more about the wild side of the OuterArea histories of related industries like boating, fishing,
Banks is at the Outer Banks Center for Wildlifeand hunting are also featured from the early days to
Education.the present.
The Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education isDepending on the time of year, the wildlife center may
one-third of the state's wildlife resources commission,also host excursions and outreach programs designed
located conveniently in Currituck County near twoto educate others about the importance of keeping
other popular attractions - The Whalehead Club andthe environment clean and healthy for Currituck's
the Currituck Beach Lighthouse. Open year round withspecial residents. No visit to the Outer Banks would be
varying hours in the off-season, the Center welcomescomplete without a visit to this popular attraction in
families, visitors, and school groups to learn more aboutCorolla, North Carolina.
the environment that sustains the array of marine life