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Birds, Goose, North Carolina, Washington, Wildlife

Washington North Carolina

Founded in 1776, the town of Washington, North Carolina, was the first city in America to be named for General George Washington. Because of this, the city is still occasionally referred to as “Original Washington.”

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Located directly on the scenic waterfront, downtown Washington offers unique opportunities to the visitor, from world-class restaurants and intriguing antique stores to art galleries, performing centers, and more.  Read more….

Beaufort, Bicycle, Birds, Dogs, North Carolina, Ponies, USA, Wildlife

Beaufort North Carolina USA

Beaufort

is nestled safely among North Carolina’s southern Outer Banks.  Its surrounding coves and waters (Newport River to the north, Gallants Channel to the west, and Taylor’s Creek to the south) enable carefree navigation by ship and boat to any destination in the area.  These creeks and waterways empty out into the Atlantic Ocean and one of America’s very few southern-facing coasts.  Locals are universally proud of their ability to watch both the sunrise and sunset over the blue horizon.  Read more…..

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