Sea Ya Luv Ya

Four Bedroom Oceanfront House, Located in Caswell Beach

Take an Art Class from the Associated Artists of Southport

The Associated Artists of Southport is a non-profit organization that is housed in the Franklin Square Gallery. The group educates and promotes original art within the community, and offers various workshops and competitions held throughout the year. Drawing and painting classes are held on Monday through Friday, and pottery classes are also held in the facility. Classes and other activities for children are also offered. For more information, contact the Associated Artists of Southport at (910) 278-5562.

Take an Adventure in the Green Swamp

Northwest of Supply, you will find a 150,000-acre preserve called the Green Swamp. Managed by the Nature Conservancy, this preserve is full of wildlife and vegetation and is home to a variety of wildlife, including red-cockaded woodpeckers, black bears and bobcats. Several carnivorous plant species are also found in the preserve, including the Venus Fly Trap. For more information, including a map or local guide schedules, contact the Nature Conservancy at (910) 762-6277.

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.

Attend a Cape Fear Yacht Club Event

The Cape Fear Yacht Club is based in Southport and began in 1993 by area residents who appreciate the boating industry and wanted to have an organization with other members who shared their interests. Today, the Cape Fear Yacht Club is an active area organization that has various events each year. Regattas to support charity causes like their Leukemia Cup Regatta in May, summer sailing yacht racing and the annual "Blessing of the Fleet" ceremony are among some of the exciting things the Yacht Club does each year. For more information about attending some of these events, or about possible membership, contact the Cape Fear Yacht Club at (910) 845-2860.

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.

Take a Head Boat Charter Trip

Charter head boats offer a great offshore fishing experience for the beginner fisherman or for families with children. Staffed by a number of mates who will help you set your bait and reel in your fish (if needed), these boats take you right to the fish and let you have fun while you catch them. In Brunswick County, there are several options for head boat charters, which range from $40 to $100 per person for a day of fishing. In Oak Island, the BlueWater Princess can be reached at (888) 634-9005 and the Southport Fishing Center of Southport can be reached at (910) 454-4000. In Holden Beach, the Intimidator Fishing Charters can be reached at (910) 842-6200, while the Hurricane Fleet Deep Fishing Center of Calabash can be reached at (800) 373-2004.

Take a Workshop or Class from the Waterway Art Association

The Waterway Art Association, located in Calabash, is an organization that was created in 1991 to increase art awareness in the area. Each month between September and May (excluding December), the group meets at the Calabash Fire House on the third Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. Following the meeting, art programs are offered and are open to members of all skill levels. Offerings include professional art workshops, outdoor painting and drawing sessions, lectures, exhibits, and museum trips. The Association also offers two art shows throughout the year - a Labor Day show and a Memorial Day show. For more information, contact the Waterway Art Association at (910) 575-7981.

Browse Around in Mace's Seafood, Boat Rentals, Live Bait and Tackle

Located on Canal Drive in Holden Beach, Mace's Seafood and Boat Rentals, Live Bait and Tackle is just the shop for you if you want to experience the beach activities of boating, fishing, or cooking fresh seafood! Their seafood store offers a variety of local catch that will be great for the hungry appetites in your family. If you plan to spend an afternoon fishing, you can visit Mace's for your live bait and tackle needs. Finally, if you are interested in boating around the area, you may want to rent a boat from Mace's. For more information, contact Mace's Seafood, Boat Rentals, Live Bait and Tackle at (910) 842-7171.

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.

Rent Beach Gear from Beach Fun Rentals

Beach Fun Rentals of Holden Beach is a full-service rental shop that offers a variety of items to assist you with your vacation needs. You can either pick up your items or choose to have it delivered to your rental home for FREE! Practical items like baby furniture and bed linens are available, but there are also kayaks, bikes, surfboards, Bocce Ball, boogie boards, beach chairs and umbrellas, and more are also available. If you want to have fun participating in beach activities during your stay in Brunswick County but don't want to bring everything from home, Beach Fun Rentals can help! For more information, contact Beach Fun Rentals at (888) 355-4446.

 

Brunswick Beaches Restaurants

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

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

China Garden
300 Yaupon Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

PJ's Restaurant & Market
614 W West Street
Southport, NC 28461

Yacht Basin Provision Company
130 Yacht Basin Drive
Southport, NC 28461

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

Fish Tales Restaurant & Tiki Bar
606 W West Street
Southport, NC 28461

Fishy Fishy Cafe
106 Yacht Basin Drive
Southport, NC 28461

Dry Dock Restaurant
115 Yacht Basin Drive
Southport, NC 28461

South Harbour Village
4909 Fish Factory Road
Southport, NC 28461

Flava's Coffee Shop
310 W Bay Street
Southport, NC 28461

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

Brunswick Beaches Shopping

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

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

Southport Bait & Tackle
701 W West Street
Southport, NC 28461

Potter's Seafood
94 Yacht Basin Drive
Southport, NC 28461

Cape Fear Coppershop
600 W Brunswick Street, Suite #5
Southport, NC 28461

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

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

Seaside Baskets
706 Yaupon Drive
Oak Island, NC 28465

The Christmas House
104 W Moore Street
Southport, NC 28461

Waterfront Gifts & Antiques
117 S Howe Street
Southport, NC 28461

Cape Fear Jewelers
102 E Moore Street
Southport, NC 28461

Brunswick Beaches Attractions

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

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

Southport Marina
701 W West Street
Southport, NC 28461

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

South Harbour Village
4909 Fish Factory Road
Southport, NC 28461

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

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

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

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

The Chapel of the Cross at St. Philip
205 E Moore Street
Southport, NC 28461

Southport Historical Society
501 N Atlantic Avenue
Southport, NC 28461

The Old Brunswick County Jail
501 N Atlantic Avenue
Southport Historical Society
Southport, NC 28461

Brunswick Beaches Activities

Oak Island Golf Club
928 Caswell Beach Road
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

Priority Sailing Academy
5900 Dutchman Creek Road
Southport, NC 28461

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

Cape Fear Maritime Passenger Co., LLC
230 Caswell Avenue
Solomon T - The Heritage Boat at the Southport Marina
Southport, NC 28461

Cape Fear Sailing Academy
5003 O'Quinn Boulevard
Suite G
Southport, NC 28461

Sailtime Southport
4956 Long Beach Road, Suites #14-119
Southport, NC 28461

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

The Cutting Edge II
505 N Howe Street
Southport, NC 28461

The Adventure Company
807 Howe Street, Suite A
Southport, NC 28461

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