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Visitors to the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island can enjoy a rare opportunity to go behind the scenes of the on-site animal hospital during this special tour that uncovers the first stop for animals who are arriving at the aquarium.

The North Carolina Aquarium’s quarantine serves as the site’s animal hospital as well as its holding area for new arrivals, and during this special event, visitors can learn all about the animals that temporarily reside here, as well as the steps that staff members take to ensure their safety, and to help bring sick animals back to health. There are an array of critters to discover, which changes with every tour, and visitors will learn how new animals come to the aquarium, and where they lived before their recent arrival. This event is open to all visitors ages 12 and up, and closed toe shoes are required to participate. Advance reservations can be made online, and are recommended as this tour is limited to smaller groups. With lots to see and explore, and tons of behind-the-scenes information that will fascinate visitors of all ages, this tour is a great way to learn a little bit more about one of the Outer Banks’ favorite attractions.  

Cookshak Fried Chicken

Cookshak Fried Chicken

There’s an art to doing a home-style chicken dinner right in the South. You need a chicken fried to golden, crispy perfection obviously. Then you need the appropriate fixings, like mac and cheese and coleslaw. Finally, you need that familial setting of passing the plates, helping yourself and fighting for the very last piece. And we have this art down at The Cookshak Fried Chicken – in fact, it’s our specialty. Choose a whole or half bird and a side dish (or three!), and you have a deliciously easy meal in the making. We also offer lunch deals where you can get two or three-piece meals, sides and a drink. We keep feeding yourself or the whole crew quick and convenient. At our Duck location, you can order carry-out from our window to take home or enjoy at the neighboring Pizzazz Pizza. For a sit-down meal, check out our Nags Head eatery shared with Pizzazz Pizza. Don’t want to venture out? Not a problem. We offer free delivery.

FREE DELIVERY!
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