Overnight on Shackleford Banks, NC
- April 13 · 7:00 AM
Shackleford Banks, NC
Shackelford Banks, now part of Cape Lookout National Seashore, was once the most populated island on the Outer Banks. By the early 1900s, storms had devasted the island forcing the residents to relocate leaving only a trace of human habititon. Paddling across the shallow sound waters kayakers will encounter the historic Feral Horses of Shackelford Banks. Also known as Banker Ponies these horses live among the salt marshes and dunes and rome freely across the narrow island feeding on sea grass, digging for fresh water and finding shelter in the sparse maritime forest.
Event Description
We will take a ferry out to the island. I will send an email to participants, but we will split the $40 round-trip cost. After arriving, we will set up the tents in the dunes and capture some images of the horses at sunset. In the morning, we will hike the beach at sunset at our leisure and prepare for our departure. This is a very low key trip, but all participants need to be prepared. A backpacking checklist will be shared with the group. Please use this as a guide and feel free to ask any questions. A carpool location will be set up through this meetup page.
Important!
Required gear includes but is not limited to warm clothing, wind proof layers, a tent that can withstand wind, a cold weather sleeping bag, 3 meals (plus extra food), and two days of water (I am bringing at least one and a half gallons). It can be quite windy on the island so please come prepared.
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Jane S.
So much fun! Beautiful scenery, peaceful, lots of animal sightings. Thanks to Gregg for organization and bringing his boat!
April 15
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Leah
sorry for the last minute change, i was in a car accident and have to take care of some things this weekend. sounds like a great time though, and i'm sad that i have to miss it.
April 10
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Gregg
FYI the boat has a 105 quart cooler on board. If you want to bring some cold drinks or food you're welcome to use it.
April 9
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Emily B
Hi, I'm excited for the trip! It sounds like we won't be walking too far from the boat to where we'll set up camp, right? So a heavier-than-usual pack (water) wouldn't be a big deal?
April 8
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Gregg
Hi Emily. No, you won't have to walk far. Maybe a couple hundred yards to find a good spot at most.
April 9
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Josh Hartman
Gregg will be leading the trip, but he plans to leave on Friday. Everyone will need to arrange a carpool location to meet him on Saturday. He will communicate the details on where to meet him so that he can drive you in his boat out to the island.
A good meetup location is REI in Cary. That's just a suggestion though. Wish I could make this one.
April 4
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Joanna
I'm in for the new date! I'm just confused about the timing - is 7 am Saturday the time we leave Raleigh?
March 18
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Josh Hartman
Please bring more than enough water. There is no drinkable water on the island.
1 · January 30
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Stephanie
btw, I will be bringing a 7 gallon water container. Everyone is welcome to tap from it.
February 18
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Josh Hartman
Gregg has agreed to take us in his boat! So it looks like we have more flexibility and a cheaper ride. Thanks Gregg.
Gregg will fill us in on the details as the date gets closer.
February 7
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