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High Season 2002
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High Season 2002

Waccamaw River: Abundant Resources Provide Enchanting Experiences

It's a clear, sunny day as Doug Smith pushes an aluminum canoe into the slow-moving water of the Waccamaw River. As Smith paddles through a thick, forested area in Columbus County, he notices a ripple in the water and maneuvers around some tree branches.

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Land-Use Planning: Coastal Counties Prepare for the Future

Statistics alone don't tell the story of growth along the coast. Yes, Brunswick County grew by a phenomenal 43 percent between 1990 and 2000. And Currituck and New Hanover counties leaped ahead by 32 percent and 33 percent respectively.
Bull shark with open mouth in blue water below the surface.

Sea Science: Risk of Shark Attack is Minimal

While surfing the rough waters on the Outer Banks during the past 13 years, Mike Remige has seen fewer than a half dozen sharks. More importantly, Remige never has experienced a shark attack.