Coastal Christmas

Pirates flew false flags until they were about to attack. The Jolly Roger is the traditional name for the black flags with some variation of a skul...

The humpback whale is distinctive because of its immense size and breaching behaviors. The whales weigh up to 80,000 pounds and some reach 52 feet ...

With their distinctive black and white markings, Orcas are one of the most easily recognized marine mammals. Although referred to as whales, they ...

One of the most recognizable whale species, the beluga whale is known for its white color and melon head. The beluga whale’s nicknames include "sea...

Dolphins are nature's ambassadors. Dolphins seem to reverse the law of the wild, seeking humans, rather than fleeing from them. Those who encounter...

Lighthouses are sources of inspiration and comfort. Sturdy structures with an ever-beaming light, lighthouses guide sailors to safety during dark s...

The Ocracoke Island Lighthouse in Outer Banks, North Carolina is the oldest lighthouse in the state. It is also the smallest lighthouse on the Oute...

This sand snowman has made his way to the beach to soak up some sun and watch the waves crash onto the shore. After a long, cold winter and a lifet...

Santa works very hard and has a really big job. Every once in a while, he likes to take a vacation. Since the North Pole is cold and blustery most ...

Christmastime doesn’t always encompass snowmen, cold weather and hot chocolate. Imagine unwrapping presents on the beach, sitting around a palm tre...

Legends of mermaids date back to ancient times. Always lovely, mermaids are human to the waist and have a fish tail below. They have beautiful voic...

This beautiful glass ornament was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solution of liquid silver was poured inside. Finally...

Neptune is the ancient Roman god of all water and the seas. He is depicted as a powerful bearded merman. His symbol of power is the trident.