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haven A magazine exploring the exceptional nature of Bald Head Island, N.C. Bald Head Island Limited SM The Island Professionals For real estate information about North Carolinas premier second home community, call Bald Head Island Limited Real Estate Sales at 1-800-346-4184. For vacation rental information call Experience the � � of Bald Head Island. Bald Head Island Limited Property Management at 1-800-432-RENT. Visit us online at www.baldheadisland.com. ������������������ Inquire as to whether there is required by federal law a property report as to any lot of interest to you. If such a report is required, procure it and read it before signing anything. No federal agency has judged the merits or value, if any, of this property. This is not an offering to residents of New York, New Jersey nor other jurisdictions where prohibited. For real estate information about North Carolinas premier second home community, call Bald Head Island Limited Real Estate Sales at 1-800-346-4184. For vacation rental information call Experience the � � of Bald Head Island. Bald Head Island Limited Property Management at 1-800-432-RENT. Visit us online at www.baldheadisland.com. ������������������ Inquire as to whether there is required by federal law a property report as to any lot of interest to you. If such a report is required, procure it and read it before signing anything. No federal agency has judged the merits or value, if any, of this property. This is not an offering to residents of New York, New Jersey nor other jurisdictions where prohibited. haven 3 RON CHAPPLE Letter from the Publishers As parents, we’re increasingly sensitive to the amount of time children now spend with technology, from video games to cyberspace. These days, kids are all too frequently parked inside, nearly motionless, in front of a blinking screen. Now in our fifties, we remember a time from our own childhoods when our days weren’t spent in “virtual reality,” but rather, outside, active and engaged with the real world—exploring, discovering and just being kids. Consistently, we hear from other parents that what they most appreciate about Bald Head Island is the opportunities it offers their kids to get outside and encounter nature firsthand. Moreover, parents and grandparents can share a knowledge of and respect for the natural world with their kids, and feel exhilarated when they themselves “unplug,” if only for a short while. Throughout this fourth issue of Haven, we offer a hint of what you’ll find when you step off the ferry. A place where you can truly immerse yourself in the natural surroundings—where you may watch the brilliant orange sun melt slowly into the Atlantic; amble aimlessly along the shore, feeling the sand between your toes; or trek deep into the maritime forest, coming face- to-face with a tree frog, a doe or a hundred-year-old live oak. After reading Andy Wood’s account in this issue of Haven of kayaking Bald Head Creek, perhaps it will inspire you to grab a paddle and gently make your way beside the cord grass in the salt marsh. Glenn Heitz’s colorful interpretations of the island landscape may rouse the artist in you to create your own original memento of the island, while “Morning/ Noon/Night” will take you on a rather fanciful photographic journey from beach to marsh to forest to harbour. Jon Prestage’s piece on the Bald Head Island Club Golf Course lends insight into working with Mother Nature to successfully navigate the George Cobb course. And Jennifer Glatt’s “Show Rooms” will invite you into island homes and spaces designed for relaxation and rejuvenation. Whether you’re planning a family getaway, or looking to get married on the island, you’ll want to consider all of the selections this year’s comprehensive Armchair Guide vacation planner has to offer. From harbourside bungalows perfect for couples to oceanfront homes ideal for large gatherings of extended family and friends, a diverse collection of accommodations and environments awaits your arrival. As always, we hope to see you on the island soon. No matter your age, we hope Haven, and indeed Bald Head Island itself, will inspire you to engage the natural world with a renewed sense of wonder. Warm regards, M. Kent Mitchell Mark D. Mitchell President/CEO Executive Vice President Bald Head Island Limited Bald Head Island Limited haven 3 PUBLISHERS M. Kent Mitchell Mark D. Mitchell MANAGING EDITOR Jennifer Wilson-Mathis haven EXECUTIVE EDITORS Christi Golder Teri Kelly ON THE COVER: A midsummer day’s dream. CONTRIBUTING EDITORS Priscilla Silva wades through a tidal pool at the point Odette Embert Arnold Jennifer Glatt of Cape Fear. CONTRIBUTORS Gisela Augustin Albert Beall Teresa Bohrer Deborah Cavenaugh Story Dawson Jeff Harrison Susan Hart Glenn Heitz Trisha Howarth Jane Kerr Norma McKittrick Larry Pace Jon Prestage Jenna Ricketts Celia Rivenbark Kelley Sellers Dennis Walsak Rosemary Walsak Andy Wood PHOTOGRAPHERS Christeene Brinkley Ron Chapple Christi Golder Walker Golder Harry Taylor Brooke Thomas Jack Upton GRAPHIC DESIGN PRINTING 14 24 Modular Graphics Hickory Printing Group FINDERS KEEPERS Forget your sunscreen? 8 Looking for a smashing new outfit or the per- fect island keepsake? The island shops are stocked with really-wants and must-haves, and much of the thrill is in the hunt. EXCURSIONS & EXPEDITIONS Environ- 14 mental Educator Andy Wood takes you on a kayaking excursion through Bald Head Creek, giving you the benefit of his naturalist’s eye along the way. MEET THE NEIGHBORS Take a break, 24 rejuvenate and unwind… these seaside sanctuaries showcase the best of the best in the quest for relaxation. Bald Head Island Limited P.O. Box 3069 / Bald Head Island, North Carolina 28461 DEVELOPER Philanthropist, patriarch, www.havenonbhi.com 32 captain of industry… a look at the achieve- Haven is a publication of Bald Head Island Limited. Copyright 2007. All rights reserved in all ments of George P. Mitchell and his guiding influence countries. Bald Head Island Limited has endeavored to ensure the accuracy of this publication; however, on the development of Bald Head Island. we cannot be responsible for misinformation or typographical errors. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is strictly prohibited. Bald Head Island Limited does not necessarily agree with the viewpoints expressed by authors of articles or advertising copy. BOOK REVIEWS Settle into your porch rocker or beach chair. We’ve recommended Inquire as to whether there is a property report required by federal law for any lot of interest to you. If 37 such a report is required, procure it and read it before signing anything. No federal agency has judged a handful of titles for your vacation reading pleasure. the merits or value, if any, of this property. This is not an offering to residents in New York, New Jersey or other jurisdictions where prohibited. haven 5 COVER PHOTOS BY RON CHAPPLE & HARRY TAYLOR RON CHAPPLE Features 45 62 83 121 KOASTAL KIDS The young and the young- THE HAMMOCKS Homeowners in The THE LAST WORD Humorist Celia 39 at-heart will love reading an excerpt of A 83 Hammocks have the best of both worlds 119 Rivenbark invites the reader to her sister- Lightkeeper’s Day: Sedgwick Springs and the Old by choosing to trade use of their island home for ac- in-law’s surprise 50th birthday party on Bald Head Baldy Lighthouse, 1835, the story of a keeper of Old commodations around the world. We’ve chosen our Island, and discovers there really is something for Baldy Lighthouse. top alternative destinations. Italy, anyone? everyone here. CAPE FEAR STATION At this Station ENVIRONMENTS Gardens on Bald Head ARMCHAIR GUIDE Finding the perfect 45 House Way home, Brian and Jennifer Hor- 90 Island range from simple to simply elegant, 121 vacation spot is simple when you use this rigan celebrate the ease of summer vacation all year but the most popular approach to landscaping is the comprehensive vacation guide. We’ll treat you to a long with proximity to the beach, porches aplenty, natural look. preview of your island getaway and help you find the and incredible views in every direction. perfect rental home for you and your family. SNAPSHOTS Artist Glenn Heitz gives you PROVISIONS Ever wondered about the se- 98 a glimpse inside his sketchbook, filled with ISLAND DIRECTORY Here’s the who, 55 cret ingredient in your favorite island entree? interpretations of the Bald Head Island landscape. 156 what, when, where and how on every- An executive chef generously shares the recipes for thing connected with Bald Head Island Limited’s many signature island dishes, and recommends a DIVERSIONS Two-In-One. If you’re a services, amenities and activities. wine or two to complement your selection. 102 golf enthusiast, you’ll enjoy the hole-by- hole guide of the Bald Head Island Club Golf Course. ISLAND MAPS Need directions? These FOLIO Shot on location, these island And if a wedding is in your near future, you can learn 175 quick reference maps show you how 62 fashions shine from sunrise to sunset. everything you need to know about walking down to get to the island, and how to get around once the aisle on this beautiful isle. you’re here. LEGENDS AND LORE Some Bald Head 79 Island visitors evidently have more staying SHOALS CLUB RECREATION Beyond power than others. Read a few of the local ghost 114 enjoying the beaches, creek and forest, stories associated with the island, if you dare. what is there to do on Bald Head Island? Plenty. Here’s an annual itinerary of activities and traditions.