Beach Town in a Forest

Beach Town in a Forest
Beach Town in a Forest, Pine Knoll Shores located in Carteret County on North Carolina's Crysal Coast. Photo compliments of Bill Flexman and Dave Prutzman

Friday, November 15, 2013

Roosevelt Natural Area


While walking the Theodore Roosevelt Nature Trail in Pine Knoll Shores, you may have a few questions cross your mind. Who maintains it and how did it come to be here? Which of the Theodore Roosevelts does the name celebrate? Why is this hidden gem not advertised?  Here, we share insights that help answer those questions and lead you down a path to Bogue Banks history.

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Roosevelt Family Tree

The names of various members of the Roosevelt family come up from time to time when discussing the history of Pine Knoll Shores. Presented here is a brief genealogy along with my understanding of the family’s naming conventions.