Lee's Nature Park in Wrightsville Beach NC is tucked just off the famous Loop and if you're into Geocaching, you may even find something here.

James E.L. Wade Park in Wilmington NC was a creative way for Mother Nature to deal with storm water run off and gives us a great park to play, run, walk and enjoy the sights and sounds of coastal living.

The Johnny Mercer Pier is one of the quintessential landmarks on Wrightsville Beach. It's great to talk a walk and enjoy the scenery or fish off of. There's all kinds of great fishing stories that come off there.

Martino's Italian Deli is one of my favorite places to get a sandwich or any classic Italian food. Make sure you check it out and then head to Wrightsville Beach for a picnic or take home any of the homemade meats, sauces and cheeses.

Luna, the albino alligator, at the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher, is one of the special highlights of visiting the Aquarium. If you've never been there before, make sure you go for a visit.

The Touch Tank at the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher is so much fun for the kids to get wet and actually touch some of the great sea creatures that live at the Aquarium.

The Alligator Exhibit at the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher is fantastic to get up close and personal with the gators that live there. If your timing is right, you can even watch them get feed.

Hugh McRae Park is an incredible park located in Wilmington NC and has tons of things to do. Two different play grounds for kids, lots of gazebos for parties or get togethers, 4 tennis courts, baseball fields and walking paths are just some of the things you can do. And, …

The Cape Fear Shoals exhibit at the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher is home to a wide variety of different species all inside the 235,000 gallon tank. The "bubble" on the side of the tank gives you a whole different perspective on the sea life that call it home. If …

The property owner's boat ramp for Porter's Neck Plantation is easy to use and will lead you straight to the ICW. The two benches there could have the best views around.