If you have just relocated or will be relocating to Camp Lejeune Marine Base in Jacksonville, North Carolina or recently bought a new home in Hubert N C, I want to Welcome you to Onslow County and all it has to offer you and your family.
Once you get settled in, you will want to get out and begin exploring the area. There are wonderful beaches (Onslow Beach and Hammock's Beach are two very popular ones) parks, local events and more that you and your family can and should enjoy this Spring and Summer.
One of the best and most visited attractions is the North Carolina Aquarium in Pine Knoll Shores.
It is about an hour's drive from Jacksonville and approximately 35 minutes from Swansboro and Hubert N C.
The Aquarium has recently been renovated to the tune of $25 million dollars and expanded to 93,000 square feet of exhibits.
You can explore the 5 different galleries which feature aquatic animals and their habitats from the mountains to the sea of our diverse state of North Carolina.
The tanks and exhibits are educational, entertaining and fun.
Some of the most popular exhibits:
- Touch tank - Visitors can touch and hold various sea animals.
- Living shipwreck - See divers and ask them questions

- Otter exhibit - Everbody's favorite... watch the otters swim and play.
A personal tip from my own experience: The otters do not wake up until about 11 AM. I promise, it is true!
There are daily programs in the theaters at various times throughout the day as well as activities to participate in.
There many programs designed especially for children of all ages. Check out the events and programs schedule.
You will not want to miss the two beautiful nature trails, the marsh overlook and the fossil hunt. Just remember to pack your bug repellent, the insects can be annoying at times.
"Nature Trails "

There is a gift store, snack bar and outside picnic tables. 
Hours: 9 A.M to 5 P.M daily. Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day
Month of July: 9 A.M to 9 P.M for Family Night
Admission: Adults -$8.00, Seniors $7.00, Children 6-17 $6.00, Under 5 Free
There is much to explore in Eastern North Carolina so why wait?
If you have questions or need additional answers, I would love to assist you.
Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor, Onslow County Home Specialist 910 459 9189 Email Me
Kingsbridge Realty, Inc., Making Houses Homes
We take pride in assisting Military Families locate a home in Onslow County when relocating to Camp Lejeune North Carolina
Area expert for homes in Hubert North Carolina
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Cynthia - If I come visit, will you be my tour guide? You clearly love where you live!