9 Presenting the very best of the Cape Fear region for 14 years. 72 22 84 76 40 28 52 64 73 26 FEATURES ON THE COVER 22 Those Who Teach A Hoggard High School teacher and professional artist, William Hubbard finds inspiration in the East Coast’s terrain and wildlife, and the students from whom he continues to learn. See how he sculpts fountains out of cement, creates visuals out of song lyrics and molds productive citizens out of teenagers. By Amber Adams 26 Water, Wind and Waves Three Wrightsville Beach sailing families take to the water for the freedom of accelerating over the waves and on the wind, and the sport’s demand for physical and mental endurance. Climb aboard with them to learn about the joys and challenges of sailing. By Amy Kilgore Mangus 40 National Treasure Built in 1937 as a seaside retreat for James D. and Frances, the Sprunt cottage was carefully restored, earning it a spot on the National Register of Historic Places. Take a seat on the breezy front porch overlooking Banks Channel to learn about the home’s historical and architectural significance. By Marimar McNaughton 50 On the Banks of Hewlett’s Creek The ancestral home of Rob and Carolyn McEachern has hosted generations of summertime sporting and fishing. Today the house, which maintains its original footprint, serves as the family’s special gathering place. Stroll through the yard, Carolyn’s colorful arrangement of vignettes, to hear the tale of the McEacherns’ cottage. By Lou Anne Liverman 64 Twenty Things To Do Wrightsville Beach Magazine continues its series of things to do when school’s out and days are ripe for fun and adventure. July is prime season for taking advantage of the ocean’s pleasantly warm temperature. Dive in and try a new water sport from our list. By Susan Miller and Jonathan Hartmann wbm JULY 2014 50 Web Eckel enjoys the spoils of summer and life along Hewlett’s Creek. When I scouted the location for the story, recommended to WBM by Markay Carter, the visuals flowed together. As a photographer who has grown up here, I could immediately see the lifestyle of childhood summers in coastal North Carolina. — Joshua Curry DEPARTMENTS 10 Up Front 13 Beach Bites 95 Social Seens 98 Tide Chart Advertising Sections 25 Health and Wellness 36 Must Haves 49 Builders Profiles www.wrightsvillebeachmagazine.com WBM 68 38 60 73 Flock Together Ces Erdman, founder of the Cape Fear Parrot Sanctuary, has created a special home for feathered friends. The Pink Hill, North Carolina, sanctuary is one of only six of its kind in the entire country. Visit the perch of these rescued parrots and parakeets to admire their vibrantly colored feathers and exuberant squawks. By Hunter Houtzer 76 Eat, Drink & Remember Dining out during Wrightsville Beach’s days of yore was far from a casual, flip-flopped affair. By the late 1800s, hotel dining rooms were serving gourmet dishes like deviled crabs and broiled summer trout. Dress in your finest and pull up a chair (no elbows on the table) for a lesson on the island’s fine culinary history. By Liz Biro 84 From the Back Porch Summer’s no time for slaving over a hot stove; it’s the season for light, easy suppers and festive picnics. This month, Wrightsville Beach Museum of History’s board members share their favorite fresh and simple dishes. Try their recipes in your own kitchen and set the picnic table for a delicious summertime supper. By WBM staff
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