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Kayak Fishing

Growing Larger Than a Fisherman’s Tale Kayak fishing is quickly becoming one of the most popular water sports around. The blend of affordability, versatility, and an improved perspective…

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September 9, 2019

Kitty Hawk Kites

How to Choose the Right Kite

We compiled this post to help folks who are looking at 200-300 kites in a well-stocked kite store to choose the kite that's right for them.

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August 26, 2019

Kitty Hawk Kites

Why Learn to Hang Glide with Kitty Hawk Kites?

Do you ever get that urge just to try something new? Sometimes life calls you to do something completely out of the ordinary and unexpected. Get our of…

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May 22, 2019

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Kitty Hawk Kites Hang Gliding School 2019 Events Calendar

Rogallo Birthday Celebration January 26, 2019 In celebration of what would have been the 107th birthday for the Father of Hang Gliding, Francis Rogallo, we will be taking…

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March 28, 2019

Hang Gliding

A Hang Gliding Flight in Mexico

In February 2019, I ventured to Valle de Bravo, Mexico to participate in the legendary El Peñón Classic Race, a hang gliding competition known for attracting the fiercest sport class competitors in the world.

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March 27, 2019

Adventures

A First Flight Story

hang gliding launch My name is Sara, and I’m a competitive hang glider pilot. I’ve been obsessed with free flight since my first lessons in 2013. And suspect…

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December 19, 2018

Adventures

How Hang Gliding Mirrors Life

Launching Henson's Gap, April 2017.Photo by Dave Aldrich As my second year on the hang gliding competition circuit ends, I find myself constantly reflecting on how far I’ve…

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October 25, 2018

Adventures

Dave’s Journey to His Hang 1

The Outer Banks have always been special to me and my family. I vacationed there as a child and, when Dave and I took our first vacation together,…

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September 28, 2018

Adventures

How Learning to Fly at Kitty Hawk Kites Made Me into a Better Competition Pilot

In 2013, I began my first summer as a hang gliding instructor at Kitty Hawk Kites. It was here that I first learned to fly. My fellow instructors…

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August 20, 2018

Adventures

Earning Your Hang 1 at Kitty Hawk Kites

If you’re ready to take adventure to a whole new level, then it’s time to earn your Hang 1 certification at Kitty Hawk Kites. So if you’re looking…

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August 7, 2018

Events

Fun Things To Do on the OBX

want more than the beach? kitty hawk kites has you covered! The majority of visitors to the Outer Banks typically book their week-long vacation in advance in anticipation…

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June 14, 2018

Hang Gliding

A Quadriplegic Gets His Wings

I wish I could bottle up Randall Dickman’s attitude and sell it at a Kitty Hawk Kites location near you. The results would be impressive and the world…

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June 1, 2018

Hang Gliding

From Dune Instructor to Comp Pilot

How my brain ever chose to be a comp hang glider pilot I will never understand. But this is my genesis story.

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May 31, 2018

Events

Time to fly (or run) with our friends up North!

The Shipyard Maine Coast Half and Full Marathon is here, and our Life is Good store in Portland, Maine is ready to go!The Shipyard Maine Coast Half features…

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April 5, 2018

Adventures

What Makes a Hang Gliding Competition Click

A Q&A with the Legend, Jonny Thompson As many of you know, hang gliding is near and dear to our hearts around here. After all, our slogan is…

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March 14, 2018

Adventures

Our Lesson with Jockey’s Ridge State Park Super Intendant, Joy Greenwood

Since starting as the Jockey's Ridge State Park Superintendent in 2017, Joy Greenwood watched our hang gliders flying nearly every day. But with her position comes a sizable workload,…

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February 19, 2018

Events

2018 Event schedule is here!!

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January 31, 2018

Adventures

Winter Hang Gliding Images

Some pictures from our instructors Tycho and Wolf, enjoy! Stay tuned for the video!

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January 19, 2018

General information

Wind Art: The Real Art of Making a House a Home

Decorating your home can take many forms. But at its root, it is a simple expression of who we are for our neighbors and guests to see. Whether…

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October 24, 2017

Events

2017 Outer Banks Watermelon Festival!

The stage was set. A long table donned a bright red vinyl cover. The contestants patiently waited for the start. Then, fans began to circle around the table,…

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August 15, 2017

News

Wacky Weather? Welcome to the Outer Banks!

The Outer Banks was once considered simply a summer destination for weary vacationers. Looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and unwind on the…

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June 21, 2017

Kitty Hawk Kites

Memorial Day Weekend Tent Sale

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May 26, 2017

Adventures

Hangin’ With Kitty Hawk Kites

We are a company fully behind our motto of "teaching the World to fly". It's our passion. This means that nothing can feel as gratifying as seeing the…

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March 22, 2017

Jockey's Ridge

Kites We Love!

This Valentine's Day we wanted to change things up! We decided instead of telling you about a bunch of products that are red and have hearts, we would…

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February 10, 2017

Events

Kitty Hawk Kites Announces 2017 Event Schedule

Outer Banks Event Season Begins April 14-15 with Annual Fly Into Spring/Easter EGGstravaganza Nags Head, N.C. (January 11, 2017) – Kitty Hawk Kites is excited to announce its 2017…

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January 11, 2017

Events

Holiday Update from the KHK Crew

Celebrate the start of the holiday season with Kitty Hawk Kites! Join us at the annual Hangin’ with Santa and Kites with Lights holiday weekend events on Friday,…

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November 18, 2016

Kite Flying

Fly Into Fun at the Outer Banks Stunt Kite Competition

OBSKC is a regional kite competition bringing some of the nation’s best kite fliers right here to our back yard. This gives people the chance to be introduced to…

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October 7, 2016

Events

2016 OBX Watermelon Festival

Raises More Than $5,000 for Outer Banks Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Coalition Outer Banks Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Coalition August 15, 2016 – On Thursday, August 4th, locals…

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August 16, 2016

Kitty Hawk Kites

A day in the life: Kids Days

One of my biggest jobs as an events crew member is helping run Kids Days each week. This aspect of the job is particularly fun for a couple…

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July 11, 2016

Adventures

A day in the life: The 34th Annual Rogallo Kite Festival

It was a beautiful weekend for the 34th Annual Rogallo Kite Festival! Typical with any kite festival, the wind was not completely cooperative. But it was good enough to…

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June 23, 2016

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