Author Archives: Bethany Turner
Wine and Dine on Bald Head Island
Like the four C's of diamond quality—cut, clarity, color and carat—with which we scrutinize some of the earth's most precious jewels, there are a few ways to judge a good grape or hop. Aroma and flavor are key in determining
Meet George Worthmore
When one thinks of Southport, they don’t necessarily think South Africa. I can’t say while considering the quaint coastal town that images of Nelson Mandela and Hillbrow Tower flow through my mind. Yet George Worthmore, a guitarist, actor and performer
Fishing for Kings
Southport’s U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament October 4th-6th, 2012 Southport Marina • 606 W. West St. Unlike fishermen’s tales, after 33 years of the U.S. Open King Mackerel Tournament, the story hasn’t changed. In 1979 A handful of dedicated men
A Family Tradition
Navigating roads which wind through the country club of Boiling Spring Lakes—streets which are only interrupted by slim pathways for golfers and their caddies—a car settles in a quiet cul-de-sac. The sun relaxes into a glowing orange-red. Natural forest shepherds
Pirate’s Life for Me
What: Stede Bonnet Regatta When: Sat., Oct. 27th Where: Provision Company • 130 Yacht Basin Dr., Southport Cost: FREE Info: 457-0654 • www.stedebonnetregatta.com It’s rare that a sport as exquisite as sailing would have a competition with free registration, but the
Patriots and Pride
What: Lower Cape Fear and the War of 1812 When: Thurs., Oct. 18th through Sat., Oct. 20th Info: 457-0003 www.ncmaritimemuseums.com/southport.html Known as america’s second war for independence, the War of 1812 helped to preserve American territories as well as our
October 2012
Putting together this magazine has been quite the labor of love. Just a few short weeks ago my partner, Kris Beasley, and I decided we’d begin Southport Magazine. From that moment, we poured our hearts and souls into this project. We’ve
