A close encounter with a dolphin!

Outer Banks
The Wild Dolphin Safari  Outer Banks cruises offers the dolphin safari from June to October. This two-hour cruise is ideal for all ages. You will hear a factual narration on the Bottlenose Dolphin. Dolphin mating and birthing observed on many cruises. See the most respected aquatic mammal in it's natural habitat. Breathtaking views are all around you on this tour. www.outerbankscruises.com/dolphinwatch.htm

Island Safaris Explore where roads can’t take you and share special times you’ll treasure forever.  From nature tours and dolphin watching to sunset cruises on the beautiful sound waters, enjoy the Outer Banks in luxury. The Miss Dorri is a brand new luxuriously appointed pontoon boat, which carries a maximum of six passengers for true cruising comfort. Island Safari Info

Raleigh
Historic Oak View County Park is an antebellum farmstead that features an 1855 Greek Revival house, detached plank kitchen, cotton gin museum, an herb garden, picnic facilities, a barn and a new. museum called the Farm History Center. On the 17 acre grounds remains the oldest pecan grove in the state. Tours are available. Find out more information here.

Tour the Haywood Hall House and Gardens. It is the oldest house within Raleigh's original city limits on its' original site; built in 1799 by State Treasurer John Haywood. Learn about his descendants, family portraits, furnishings and about 200 years of Raleigh's growth. Gardens contain native plants and shrubs. Find more information about the house and gardens.