Kite Flying in the Outer Banks

Go fly a kite! Seriously! In the Outer Banks, themanner of flying toys are here for your - leisure and
saying isn't a dismissal, but rather an invitation to acompetition styles, and tools for hang gliding, too.
day of family fun. While the area on the coast ofFlying Smiles Kites (1159 Austin Street, Corolla) - This
North Carolina is known primarily for its beautifulshop is all smiles! Located across the street from the
beaches, wild mustangs, and various water sportsCurrituck Beach Lighthouse and the Whalehead Club,
and fishing, kite flying is an especially popular pastimeFlying Smiles is a recent addition to the Outer Banks.
for residents and visitors. Several events staged inHere you will find kites of many colors - single line,
Dare and Currituck County throughout the seasondual line and quad line - as well as a "kite hospital" for
provide hours of entertainment for the novice andrepairs. Lessons on helping your nylon "birds" to sail in
expert flyer. Next time you're vacationing in thethe clear blue are also available.
Outer Banks and feel you have "beached" out, takeWhere to Fly Kites
a break and grab the lead on a beautiful flyingThere's always the beach, but in the summer the
wonder.sands are likely to be occupied with many sun
Where to Buy Kitesworshipers. It wouldn't do to trip over a multitude of
Have you come to the beach without something tobodies in order to keep your kite aloft, so where else
fly? No worries! The convenience of the manycan you go? The expansive lawn of Currituck
available surf and sailing shops in the area allow youHeritage Park, home of the Whalehead Club, is one
to stock up on the gear you need for a day of fun.alternative, as is the more secluded Knotts Island
String, bling, the whole flying machine...you can find itarea. Most visitors, too, prefer to indulge in their
at either of these recommended spots:hobby at the original site of flight, the Wright
Kitty Hawk Kites (several locations around the OuterBrothers National Memorial at Kitty Hawk.
Banks) - Largely regarded as the first name in kitesFor a soaring great time, be sure to pencil in an
on the Carolina shore, this popular chain hasafternoon of breezy kite flying on your next trip to
everything you need to soar through the sky!the Outer Banks. When the sky is clear and sunny,
Whether you want to lead a simple single line flyeryou won't find a more beautiful site than a series of
down the beach, or are interested in something morestrings slanting upward, supporting a flock of colorful
extreme like kiteboarding, this should be your stop. Allkites.