resource & activity guide MCAS Cherry Point & Surrounding Areas Building One
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Recreational Opportunities • Semper Fit Adult Intramural Sports - • Sound of Freedom Golf Course softball, soccer, football, and basketball (also a resource for youth sports) • Pelican Point RV Park • Crystal Coast Travel and Leisure - trip and • Marine Warrior Library vacation planning • Auto Skilz • Outdoor Connections - rental of outdoor • Hancock Marina - Boat launch and marina equipment such as camping gear, kayaks, with slips available for boat docking canoes, paddleboards, paintball gear, lawn games, lawn & garden tools and equipment, • Picnic Areas - Bartlett Pond, Cat sh Pond, campers, climbing walls, and outdoor theater Duck Pond, Lone Tree Point, Ordinance Point systems and Shady Grove • Fishing and Hunting opportunities - for • Camping Areas - Bartlett Pond, Lone Tree speci cs on licensing, regulations, and Point and Duck Pond opportunities aboard Cherry Point visit: • Pools - Hancock Pool (outdoor), Main Side www.cherrypoint.marines.mil/ pool (indoor) and Cedar Creek Pool (outdoor) Resources/GameWarden.aspx • Devil Dog Dare - zip line, trail cycling, paint ball and a 75 foot free fall tower drop Dining • Movies and Events - Two Rivers Theater • Restaurants - Roadhouse, Wings and Event Center has a regular movie schedule and other events such as concerts • Fast Food - McDonald’s, Five Guys, New and guest speakers City Deli, Rice King, Crow’s Nest, Subway, Library Cafe Visit mccscherrypoint.com for more details and other helpful resources and programs available here at Cherry Point!
• Lounges - Roadhouse Bar (Enlisted), Marines and Sailors. SMP trips range from Rocker’s Bar (SNCO) and Cunningham’s local shing trips and events to concerts, (Of cer) theme parks, NASCAR races, ski trips, and more. Not a single Marine or Sailor? Call SMP Fitness at 252-466-3027 to nd out about • Devil Dog Gym opportunities that include families as well. The • Hancock Fitness Center SMP calendar can be found at: • Marine Dome mccscherrypoint.com/programs/ • Athletic Sports Complex at Lanham Field single-marines-program • HITT Center (located in the Marine Dome) Spirituality • Pools - Hancock Pool (outdoor), Main Side The chapel provides a variety of worship pool (indoor) and Cedar Creek Pool (outdoor) opportunities, sacramental rites and programs • Semper Fit also offers special events like to include baptisms, child dedications, races, marathons, and triathlons communion, religious education for all ages, and marriage. Fully con dential pastoral Single Marine Program counseling is offered as well. The chapel is SMP offers a wide variety of events, activities, located in Building 100 off of E Street. For trips, and volunteer opportunities to enrich the additional information on services offered lives of our single and unaccompanied please contact a Chaplain at 252-466-4000. New Bern Waterfront
surrounding areas
Carteret and Craven County areas offer a wide variety of entertainment and activities. The activities along with a very detailed calendar/list of local events in Carteret County aren’t always centrally located so nding them can sometimes be challenging if you are new to the • www.visitnewbern.com - Local attractions, businesses, and happenings in the New Bern area area. The list below is a great place to start for nding many of our local attractions and fun and • www.havelockchamber.org - Havelock Chamber of Commerce ful lling activities for singles, couples, and families alike. • www.emeraldisle-nc.org/upcoming-events - Emerald Isle Local County Parks and Recreation Departments • www.moreheadcitync.org/calendar-of-events - Morehead City • ccpr.recdesk.com/recdeskportal - Carteret County Parks and Rec • www.atlanticbeach-nc.com/events - Atlantic Beach • cravencounty.recdesk.com/recdeskportal - Craven County Parks and Rec • www.townofcapecarteret.org/upcoming-events.html - Cape Carteret • www.visitswansboro.org/swansboro-events.html - Swansboro Great Websites for Attractions and Events • townofnewport.com/events - Newport • www.nccoastchamber.com - Carteret County Chamber of Commerce • www.beaufortnc.org/for-the-people/town-calendar - Beaufort • www.crystalcoastnc.org/region/all/events - Additional information on attractions and businesses Carteret and Craven County areas offer a wide variety of entertainment and activities. The activities along with a very detailed calendar/list of local events in Carteret County aren’t always centrally located so nding them can sometimes be challenging if you are new to the • www.visitnewbern.com - Local attractions, businesses, and happenings in the New Bern area area. The list below is a great place to start for nding many of our local attractions and fun and • www.havelockchamber.org - Havelock Chamber of Commerce ful lling activities for singles, couples, and families alike. • www.emeraldisle-nc.org/upcoming-events - Emerald Isle Local County Parks and Recreation Departments • www.moreheadcitync.org/calendar-of-events - Morehead City • ccpr.recdesk.com/recdeskportal - Carteret County Parks and Rec • www.atlanticbeach-nc.com/events - Atlantic Beach • cravencounty.recdesk.com/recdeskportal - Craven County Parks and Rec • www.townofcapecarteret.org/upcoming-events.html - Cape Carteret • www.visitswansboro.org/swansboro-events.html - Swansboro Great Websites for Attractions and Events • townofnewport.com/events - Newport • www.nccoastchamber.com - Carteret County Chamber of Commerce • www.beaufortnc.org/for-the-people/town-calendar - Beaufort • www.crystalcoastnc.org/region/all/events - Additional information on attractions and businesses Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center
museums, heritage & history Core Sound Waterfowl exhibit on the famed pirate “Blackbeard” and Museum & Heritage Center artifacts recovered from his ship, the Queen Features local waterfowl, hunting history and Anne’s Revenge, just off the coast. culture in Eastern North Carolina. The annual 315 Front St decoy festival is held the rst weekend in Beaufort, NC 28516 December. 1785 Island Road History Museum of Carteret County Harkers Island, NC 28531 Located in downtown Morehead City, the History Museum of Carteret County exhibits a Tryon Palace widely varied collection that re ects on the Learn about colonial history in the former cultural history of North Carolina’s coast from capital of North Carolina. its indigenous Indians through World War II. 529 South Front Street 1008 Arendell St New Bern, NC 28562 Morehead City, NC 28557
North Carolina Maritime Museum North Carolina Aquarium Learn about local maritime history including at Pine Knoll Shores the state’s rich seafood industry, life-saving This large aquarium features touch tanks and stations, lighthouses, sailboats and the state’s largest saltwater sh exhibit motorboats. The museum also houses an (306,000 gallons!). Multiple indoor and MCAS Cherry Point has several of water access points and boat launches. There are also numerous public beach accesses and boat launches in both Carteret and Onslow County’s. You can also access the Neuse River and its tributaries in Core Sound Waterfowl exhibit on the famed pirate “Blackbeard” and outdoor activities along with daily guided tours and special Craven County. Museum & Heritage Center artifacts recovered from his ship, the Queen events are just some of the fun the aquarium has to offer. Features local waterfowl, hunting history and Anne’s Revenge, just off the coast. This is a must see while stationed at Cherry Point! North Carolina culture in Eastern North Carolina. The annual 315 Front St 1 Roosevelt Blvd Ferry Division decoy festival is held the rst weekend in Beaufort, NC 28516 Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28512 Our ferry system has December. one-of-a-kind 1785 Island Road History Museum of Carteret County New Bern Firemen’s Museum destinations like Harkers Island, NC 28531 Located in downtown Morehead City, the Learn about the oldest re company in the state! Ocracoke Island and the History Museum of Carteret County exhibits a 420 Broad St Outer Banks. There are Tryon Palace widely varied collection that re ects on the New Bern, NC 28560 also several no-cost local Learn about colonial history in the former cultural history of North Carolina’s coast from ferries, which are a great capital of North Carolina. its indigenous Indians through World War II. New Bern Battle eld Park way to get out on the 529 South Front Street 1008 Arendell St Visit the battleground for the local Civil War battle in water! The Cherry New Bern, NC 28562 Morehead City, NC 28557 1862. Branch/Minnesott Beach 300 Battle eld Trail Ferry is free and only a North Carolina Maritime Museum North Carolina Aquarium New Bern, NC 28560 ten minute drive from Learn about local maritime history including at Pine Knoll Shores base. For more the state’s rich seafood industry, life-saving This large aquarium features touch tanks and Local Historical Tours information visit: stations, lighthouses, sailboats and the state’s largest saltwater sh exhibit Tours are available in downtown Beaufort and New Bern beach / water access and boating www.ncdot.gov/ferry motorboats. The museum also houses an (306,000 gallons!). Multiple indoor and to discover more about local history, heritage, and culture. Fort Macon State Park
Parks and Recreation
Fort Macon State Park Rachel Carson Reserve Home to the historic Fort Macon Civil War fort This estuary directly across from the Beaufort along with beautiful walking trails and public waterfront can be accessed via boat or kayak. beach access. Cannon and musket demon- strations and guided tours are regular Shackleford Banks features, complementing extensive exhibits Can be accessed via personal watercraft or both indoors and out. ferry service out of Beaufort or Morehead City. 2303 E Fort Macon Rd “Shack” is home to wild horses that are part Atlantic Beach, NC 28512 of the oldest bloodline in America. www.shacklefordhorses.org Cape Lookout National Seashore Hammocks Beach State Park Can be accessed via personal watercraft or Home to Bear Island - a three-mile-long, ferry service out of Beaufort. Explore the undeveloped barrier island that can be seashore, the historic Cape Lookout accessed by personal watercraft, the park’s Lighthouse or historic villages with a guide or passenger ferry service or canoe or kayak. on your own. Primitive campsites are nestled in the dunes www.nps.gov/calo/index.htm and are available to rent year round. 1572 Hammocks Beach Rd Swansboro, NC 28584 Local Eco Tours Many places in the area offer boating tours to the parks listed or outdoor attractions that are only available by boat. These local boat tours can typically be found on the waterfronts of Morehead resources City, Beaufort, Swansboro, and New Bern. The Crystal Coast is home to so many parks that are scattered throughout the surrounding towns. Many of the parks include water/beach access, areas for recreation, sports, and play areas for children. Learn more by visiting: Morehead City: moreheadcitync.org/home-parks-recreation/parks Beaufort: www.beaufortnc.org/be-here/water-access Atlantic Beach: atlanticbeach-nc.com/departments/parks-recreation Emerald Isle: www.emeraldisle-nc.org/parks-recreation Newport: townofnewport.com Havelock: www.havelocknc.us/departments/parks-recreation New Bern: newbern.recdesk.com/recdeskportal/Home/tabid/5063/Default.aspx Jacksonville: jacksonvillenc.gov/parks Bogue Inlet Fishing Pier
outdoor activities
Saltwater Fishing Sur ng · Paddle Boarding the Craven and Carteret County areas which For inshore shing, there are free public areas Kitesur ng · Windsur ng can be found by visiting: and piers located in the coastal towns and on Contact the local surf shops for a surf report www.gol ink.com the beaches. View the complete listing at: or check out: www.ncwildlife.org/ shing/whereto sh www.ablivesurf.com (Atlantic Beach) Wildlife Watching www.eilivesurf.com (Emerald Isle) The area is host to numerous saltwater For offshore shing, there are several arti cial estuaries and maritime forests rich with wildlife reefs and drop offs just off the coast which Scuba Diving and Snorkeling and marine life. There are several local boat can be accessed by boat. Carteret County is home to some of the most tours of the area that include dolphin and Visit one of the many local shing shops in the sought after diving/snorkeling sites in the wildlife watching. area if you interested in a guided shing trip country. There are several local dive centers (both inshore and offshore available). For that offer trips to these locations as well as Hunting the Neusiok Trail. Camping is also available at more affordable off shore bottom shing, classes for dive certi cation. There are public hunting areas in Carteret, some of the local uninhabited islands and check out one of the local head boats such as Craven, Onslow, and Jones counties beaches. Ask local NC Wildlife authorities the Captain Stacy (Atlantic Beach) or Carolina Boating · Kayaking · Sailing surrounding Cherry Point. Popular local game about these opportunities as well as rules and Princess (Morehead City). Visit Outdoor Connection on Cherry Point for include deer, waterfowl, small game, and regulations for camping. For more information rentals of paddle and sail water-craft. There turkey. If you’re interested in a guided trip, on hiking trails in the area visit: For a weekly updated shing report visit: are many uninhabited islands throughout the contact any local outdoors store to ask about www.trails.com/activity.aspx?area=11066 www.chasintailsoutdoors.com area that can only be accessed via watercraft availability. For licensing requirements and a For state shing regulations, including shell sh such as Hammocks Beach State Park, list of public hunting lands visit: Target Shooting and Archery Shackleford Banks, or Cape Lookout. such as shrimp, crabs, oysters, and clams visit: ncwildlife.org Local gun and archery ranges are located in Hubert, Havelock, and New Bern as well as portal.ncdenr.org/web/mf/recreational- Gol ng shing-size-and-bag-limits Camping and Hiking aboard Camp Lejeune. Most provide gun A local favorite is the Sound of Freedom Golf There are local camping opportunities in the rentals and instruction for those who may be State licensing requirements can be found at: Course found right aboard MCAS Cherry Croatan National Forest as well as hiking on novice or don’t own equipment. www.ncwildlife.org Point. There are also several local courses in Saltwater Fishing Sur ng · Paddle Boarding the Craven and Carteret County areas which For inshore shing, there are free public areas Kitesur ng · Windsur ng can be found by visiting: Cedar Point Tideland Trail and piers located in the coastal towns and on Contact the local surf shops for a surf report www.gol ink.com the beaches. View the complete listing at: or check out: www.ncwildlife.org/ shing/whereto sh www.ablivesurf.com (Atlantic Beach) Wildlife Watching www.eilivesurf.com (Emerald Isle) The area is host to numerous saltwater For offshore shing, there are several arti cial estuaries and maritime forests rich with wildlife reefs and drop offs just off the coast which Scuba Diving and Snorkeling and marine life. There are several local boat can be accessed by boat. Carteret County is home to some of the most tours of the area that include dolphin and Visit one of the many local shing shops in the sought after diving/snorkeling sites in the wildlife watching. area if you interested in a guided shing trip country. There are several local dive centers (both inshore and offshore available). For that offer trips to these locations as well as Hunting the Neusiok Trail. Camping is also available at more affordable off shore bottom shing, classes for dive certi cation. There are public hunting areas in Carteret, some of the local uninhabited islands and check out one of the local head boats such as Craven, Onslow, and Jones counties beaches. Ask local NC Wildlife authorities the Captain Stacy (Atlantic Beach) or Carolina Boating · Kayaking · Sailing surrounding Cherry Point. Popular local game about these opportunities as well as rules and Princess (Morehead City). Visit Outdoor Connection on Cherry Point for include deer, waterfowl, small game, and regulations for camping. For more information rentals of paddle and sail water-craft. There turkey. If you’re interested in a guided trip, on hiking trails in the area visit: For a weekly updated shing report visit: are many uninhabited islands throughout the contact any local outdoors store to ask about www.trails.com/activity.aspx?area=11066 www.chasintailsoutdoors.com area that can only be accessed via watercraft availability. For licensing requirements and a For state shing regulations, including shell sh such as Hammocks Beach State Park, list of public hunting lands visit: Target Shooting and Archery Shackleford Banks, or Cape Lookout. such as shrimp, crabs, oysters, and clams visit: ncwildlife.org Local gun and archery ranges are located in Hubert, Havelock, and New Bern as well as portal.ncdenr.org/web/mf/recreational- Gol ng shing-size-and-bag-limits Camping and Hiking aboard Camp Lejeune. Most provide gun A local favorite is the Sound of Freedom Golf There are local camping opportunities in the rentals and instruction for those who may be State licensing requirements can be found at: Course found right aboard MCAS Cherry Croatan National Forest as well as hiking on novice or don’t own equipment. www.ncwildlife.org Point. There are also several local courses in North Carolina Seafood Festival
festivals, music & events Carteret and Craven county are home to www.visitnewbern.com several festivals and events throughout the Local attractions, businesses, and happenings year including the Seafood Festival, Mullet in the New Bern area Festival, Chili Festival, Mumfest, National Night havelockchamber.org Out, and several music festivals. Many areas Chamber of Commerce for Havelock listing have ongoing events and live music through- local events and businesses out the year such as local music around the waterfront districts of Carteret and Craven Theatre and Arts counties. Venues are typically family friendly. Several institutions exist in the area hosting For information on speci c events visit: live theatre events including: www.nccoastchamber.com -Carteret and Craven Community Colleges Chamber of Commerce for Carteret County -Carteret Community Theatre listing a number of local businesses, -New Bern Civic Theatre attractions, and community happenings For information on local art including galleries www.crystalcoastnc.org/region/all/events and art exhibitions visit: Additional information on attractions and businesses along with a very detailed www.artscouncilcarteret.org calendar/list of local events in Carteret County www.cravenarts.org
Don’t forget to check the MCCS Calendar for family fun events like the Tree Lighting in December or the annual Guitar Pull! other activities FAMILY FUN VENUES
Atlantic Beach Town Park Hosts a free splashpad, skateboard park, playground and miniature golf course (fees charged for mini golf).
New Bern Aquatic Center Features interactive water features, slides, deck and a swimming pool.
George Street Spray Ground Located in New Bern, this affordable and interactive splashpad will cool you down on a hot summer day! Beaufort Olde Beaufort Big Rock Stadium Farmers' Market
Home to the Morehead City Marlins baseball team! & produce Cedar Point North Carolina State Fair Salty Air Open Market Held in October each year, the State Fair is a must see for The Market at families! Enjoy the nest Cedar Point things North Carolina has Don’t forget! Crystal to offer from food, music Morehead City Coast Travel and Friendly Market (117 concerts in 2016!), Leisure has the best competitions, and rides. available deals and Morehead City Curb Market For more information visit: discounts to either www.ncstatefair.org your favorite local or New Bern cross-country More Resources New Bern destinations! Farmers Market www.visitnc.com The of cial Travel and Tourism Newport website for North Carolina. North Carolina offers Garner Farm everything from beaches to mountains! This website offers Newport Flea Mall information on many of the state’s attractions as well as Willis Farm family friendly area attractions like waterparks, bowling, roller-skating, arcades, miniature golf, or water sports For more information on rentals. markets and produce in Carteret and Craven www.visitnewbern.com/things-to-do/family-fun county visit:
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Children’s Summer Camps, Day packages as well as scholarships and nancial Both Carteret and Craven Community your area: Programs, and Afterschool Programs assistance for those in need. Some local Colleges provide summer camps for children www.scouting.org Contact MCCS Child Development Centers camps include Camp Seafarer and Camp covering topics like science and photography. www.girlscouts.org (CDC) at 466-5605 for excellent childcare Seagull, Camp Albemarle, Camp Caroline and opportunities aboard MCAS Cherry Point. All Camp Don Lee. Youth Sports Spiritual Activities centers are fully accredited by the National Contact MCCS Youth Sports for a listing of Carteret, Craven, and Onslow counties host a Association for the Education of Young Many local churches also offer Vacation Bible local children's sports and activities such as number of churches and religious entities. For Children (NAEYC) and are guided by Creative Schools throughout the summer. soccer, martial arts, dance or gymnastics. more information, contact your local Chaplain Curriculum for the age appropriate develop- There are local summer camps, day programs 252-466-5493 who can provide an updated list and point you ment of your child. and afterschool programs offered through towards resources for your particular faith or The area hosts several excellent summer many of the local Parks and Recreation Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts beliefs including those available aboard Cherry camps specializing in outdoor activities and Departments as well as the YMCA and the Scouting provides excellent opportunities for Point. introducing children to local watersports such Boys and Girls Club. young people to build character, develop as sailing and kayaking. Most camps offer www.ymca.net personal tness and gain experience in the different length stays and programs or www.bgca.org responsibilities of citizenship. Find a troop in Children’s Summer Camps, Day packages as well as scholarships and nancial Both Carteret and Craven Community your area: Programs, and Afterschool Programs assistance for those in need. Some local Colleges provide summer camps for children www.scouting.org Contact MCCS Child Development Centers camps include Camp Seafarer and Camp covering topics like science and photography. www.girlscouts.org (CDC) at 466-5605 for excellent childcare Seagull, Camp Albemarle, Camp Caroline and opportunities aboard MCAS Cherry Point. All Camp Don Lee. Youth Sports Spiritual Activities centers are fully accredited by the National Contact MCCS Youth Sports for a listing of Carteret, Craven, and Onslow counties host a Association for the Education of Young Many local churches also offer Vacation Bible local children's sports and activities such as number of churches and religious entities. For Children (NAEYC) and are guided by Creative Schools throughout the summer. soccer, martial arts, dance or gymnastics. more information, contact your local Chaplain Curriculum for the age appropriate develop- There are local summer camps, day programs 252-466-5493 who can provide an updated list and point you ment of your child. and afterschool programs offered through towards resources for your particular faith or The area hosts several excellent summer many of the local Parks and Recreation Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts beliefs including those available aboard Cherry camps specializing in outdoor activities and Departments as well as the YMCA and the Scouting provides excellent opportunities for Point. introducing children to local watersports such Boys and Girls Club. young people to build character, develop as sailing and kayaking. Most camps offer www.ymca.net personal tness and gain experience in the different length stays and programs or www.bgca.org responsibilities of citizenship. Find a troop in Cape Lookout National Seashore
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