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Enjoy an amazing paddle along the sound waters that surround Roanoke Island under the guidance of a trained instructor during this special summertime event that is hosted by the North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island.

The “Paddling Around Roanoke Island” exploration is held on multiple days throughout the summer months, and is an adventure that launches from the docks that border the aquarium in the heart of Manteo. Once on the water, paddlers will uncover all the hidden parts of the island on the search for local animals, unique plant life, and incredible shorelines. Along the way, expert guides will point out areas of interest, and will provide a little guidance on how to safely navigate through the waters. This outing is ideal for beginning paddlers, however kids ages 6-12 must share a kayak with an adult, and closed toe shoes are required. (Bug spray, sunscreen, and water is also highly recommended for this trek.) Visitors will want to pre-register before the date of the event, and the cost is $38 per person. A fun outing that water lovers of all ages will enjoy, this adventure showcases all the highlights of the Roanoke Island terrain from a cool and breezy waterfront perspective.

Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar

Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar

Welcome to the home of the happy oyster where for over 35 years the oyster has been our world. The Outer Banks only authentic oyster bar is the place to enjoy sensational fare from the sea washed down with your favorite brew or cocktail. We serve by the peck, pound, and dozen, raw or steamed to perfection. Kicked back casual, down to earth friendly staff, and reasonable prices make Awful Arthur’s Oyster Bar the all-time favorite of locals and travelers alike.

The idea wasn’t to set out and establish a new concept restaurant on the Outer Banks, but that’s exactly what Awful Arthur’s owner Jo Whitehead and her late husband, Jay, accomplished more than 35 years ago when they opened the area’s first authentic oyster bar.

 

Awful Arthur’s opened in May 1984 on the Outer Banks. “We embraced the concept of an authentic copper top bar with the idea of it being a major drawing card and it still is,” explains Whitehead. “I get oysters wherever they are local. We follow the warm waters.” 

 

Just across from the ocean, in Kill Devil Hills, oyster season is year-round at Awful Arthur’s. Diners can take a seat at the copper-topped bar to observe the staff shucking oysters, served raw or steamed, along with shrimp, crab legs and clams all steamed to perfection. 

 

It’s not just the raw bar that’s earned Awful Arthur’s both local and national recognition, including being named one of America’s greatest oyster bars by Coastal Living magazine. The restaurant is a seafood-lover’s paradise, offering the freshest catches available.