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19240
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Millions of years ago, North Carolina looked very different from what it is today. Hart discusses the geologic formation of North Carolina with particular attention to the coast.
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19244
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North Carolina Sea Grant geologists are searching the bottomlands off the coast for reef structures that hold a wealth of natural resources.
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19245
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The distribution of pelagic fishes, or ocean-going fish, off the North Carolina coast are influenced by water temperature and the availability of food, some things that are interesting to commercial and recreational fishers.
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19250
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A new addition to the seafood industry is making its way in North Carolina. The production of surimi (a Japanese minced fish product) with fish flavoring has resulted in a growing imitation seafood market that now has a component in Raleigh.
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19251
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Friday details the many opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts offered by coastal North Carolina. From beaches and state parks to national seashores and wildlife refuges, coastal North Carolina offers a lot.
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19252
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Going to museums and aquariums is not what it used to be Coastal North Carolina museums and aquariums offer a variety of exhibits and programs about ecology, history, and art.
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19253
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There are numerous historic sites throughout coastal North Carolina that range from the time of exploration to World War II.
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19254
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North Carolina boat builders make some of the finest water craft and build a multimillion dollar industry that's adding revenue to the state's economy.
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19260
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Although there are many boat builders in North Carolina, few remain that still make wooden boats. But those that do, carry on the prideful tradition made famous in North Carolina.
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19261
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Hurricanes have long-battered the North Carolina coast but most structures have not been built to withstand a hurricane's fury. However, North Carolina has become one of the first states in the nation to set up guidelines for coastal residential construction, which is providing a better foundation in the sand.
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19262
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The North Carolina coast is home to more than 1,000 different species of mollusks--a beach combers dream. Given the variety of shells for picking, the state even has a N.C. Shell Club.
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19286
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There are heavyweights involved in the battle for North Carolina's coastal water quality. Shellfishermen and million dollar developers are sparring over the development and its effect on coastal waters.
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19287
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More than 2.2 million acres of submerged lands lie as fertile farmland in the waters between the Outer Banks and the North Carolina mainland, and much of it is involved in a huge land dispute. Private owners and renters are fighting the state's attempt to keep the bottomlands public.
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19297
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Previously, high interest rates and competition made insurance premiums for fishermen low, but with falling interest rates, companies have lost money and have left a limited market place for fishermen to gain insurance.
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19298
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Along North Carolina's coastline, it is a never-ending battle for survival. For plants, the coast is not an easy place to grow, but with the right tools and knowledge, coastal landscapers can turn the harsh environment into a vegetated spot.
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