Learn Kiteboarding During Your Vacation

Kiteboarding or kitesurfing is a thrilling watersport to enjoy while vacationing in your Avon vacation rental or Rodanthe vacation rental home. Be sure to take advantage of the kiteboarding lessons and camps offered on Hatteras Island. It is easy for almost anyone to learn!

In this article you will what kiteboarding is, why it is an ideal activity at the Outer Banks, and where to find qualified instructors.

What is Kiteboarding?

The wind is the power source for kiteboarding. The rider stands on the board and uses the harness and foot straps to control their direction, speed, and, for experienced kiteboarders, aerial tricks. The large kite attached to the board catches the wind for propulsion.

Different sizes of kites can be used in different wind speeds. The rider is required to maintain control of the kite and the board simultaneously. The sport combines a variety of activities including wakeboarding, snowboarding, skateboarding, and waterskiing. You can learn more about the basics of kiteboarding by taking lessons while you are on vacation in an Avon vacation rental or a Rodanthe vacation rental.

Kiteboarding on the Outer Banks

Kiteboarding is particularly popular in Waves, Avon, Rodanthe, and Salvo due to its long, shallow stretches of surf and its sounds.
Kitty Hawk Kites has locations in Rodanthe and Avon and offers everything you need to get started, including lessons. Kitty Hawk Kites employs certified instructors and experienced kiteboarding professionals. They also offer kiteboarding equipment packages. Ask Kitty Hawk Kites about your kiteboarding questions while staying in your Avon vacation rental or a Rodanthe vacation rental.
REAL Watersports in Waves is another great place to visit for kiteboarding instructions and camps.

Learn From the Professionals

It is important to learn kiteboarding from experts at reputable companies, especially due to safety reasons. Learn about weather conditions, essential equipment, and how to keep yourself and everyone around safe. Kiteboarding is known as an extreme sport so let the professionals show how to do it right.
For more information on activities in the Outer Banks and for information on kiteboarding camps and lessons, contact Shore Vacations at 252-987-0090.

What’s Happening in September

If you are looking for a place to vacation in during September, you are going to want to consider a Hatteras vacation rental. Not only do we provide you with an island retreat feel but we offer activities that everyone in the family can enjoy.  You can easily have a quiet vacation and relax on the beach or have an active one by go fishing, surfing, scuba diving, or even attend one of these events.

September 16-21 – If you enjoy the wind, amazing waves and good times then the Hatteras Wave Jam is for you. This event is not only a windsurfing enthusiast’s dream but an event where people of all ages can be awed by the ability of windsurfing athletes. The Hatteras Wave Jam is presented by Trade Wind Events on the beautiful Hatteras Island. Wave Jam is a part of the 2013 American Wind Surfing Tour that will also be taking place in cities like Santa Cruz, Pistol River, San Carlos, Peru, and Maui, so if you are here while this event is going on we strongly suggest attending.

September 21 – While staying in your Hatteras vacation rental, come celebrate the “Spirit of Hatteras” at the Day at the Docks. This event features local musicians Clifford Swain, Herb Price and Kalman Gancos. There are also cooking demonstrations brought to you by restaurants like Harbor Deli and Breakwater Restaurant. For the kids, there will even be a fishing tourney. Our favorite parts of the event are Chowder cookoff and the Seafood throwdown. The Seafood throwdown will feature local chefs that will use mystery seafood caught locally. The day ends with a parade of boats and lawn dancing. It is the ultimate experience that gives you the true taste of the Hatteras lifestyle.

September 28 – Summeritaville, the best way to end your summer stay in the Outer Banks. This event is held at the Koru Village in Avon and has entertainment that the whole family will enjoy. To kick off the event, our very own Jeremy Russell, an Outer Banks musician, will be performing. Afterwards, Mesmerizing Arts will amaze the crowd with their truly spectacular fire dancing skills. For the main event, The Ultimate Party Band will perform, their music will be sure to make you want to get up and dance. In addition to performances, there will be a selection of Hatteras cuisine for you to enjoy and fun activities that the kids do.  Admission:  $10 for adults, $5 for children 12-16 years of age, and free for 12 and under.

If you aren’t one for attending events then we urge you to visit the Hatteras shopping center or one of our restaurants. To hear a the complete list of vacation rentals in hatteras that Shore Vacations offers, please call us toll free at 1.877.866.5640. We are sure that you will find a hatteras vacation rental that fits you and your family perfectly while on your vacation.