"Dive into the history, science, and mystery of North Carolina's
infamously treacherous coastline, aptly named the Graveyard of
the Atlantic. Since the time of Blackbeard, primary documents
reveal that more than two thousand vessels have sunk beneath its
waves. Journey through the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum as
we try to solve mysteries such as the disappearance, 140 years
ago, of the U.S. Navy's first submarine, the green USS Alligator.
Explore the historic lighthouses of Cape Hatteras and Ocracoke
to determine their importance in lifesaving efforts. Work in teams
to design, construct, and test-drive Remotely Operated Vehicles
(ROVs)..."
-- Partial descriptor of the "Graveyard of the Atlantic"
Seminar from the NCCAT Brochure
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In
August of this year, I attended the NCCAT Seminar titled "Graveyard
of the Atlantic". The following pages include pictures I took
during that seminar, as well as some of the stories and legends I
learned there. This was my first visit to North Carolina's "Outer
Banks", and I can't think of a better introduction to their history
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This was also
my first NCCAT (North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching)
Seminar, and I can't begin to tell you what a wonderful experience
that was. This is an organization that truly appreciates teachers,
and the facilitators do everything to make the seminar enjoyable,
educational, and unforgettable. If you are a NC teacher and have
never attended an NCCAT seminar, I strongly suggest you do! With
campuses in the Western part of NC (Cullowhee) and the Eastern part
of NC (Ocracoke), you should be able to find a subject and an environment
that suits you (and no, I don't work for NCCAT, nor am I getting
any type of kickback for talking about them -- they're just great)!
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- NCCAT
- North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching
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- NOAA
- The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
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- National
Maritime Sanctuaries - "...committed to preserving
historical, cultural and archaeological resources within
the National Marine Sanctuaries."
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- Looking
Glass Productions - "Researching, preserving and
promoting the fascinating and unique history of North Carolina's
Outer Banks and Tidewater region."
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- Ocracoke
- Hyde County's Outer Banks Resort Island
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- Hatteras
- Home of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
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- USS
Monitor Museum - "...undergoing a major effort
to restore the USS Monitor, which was lost at sea during
the Civil War."
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- Graveyard
of the Atlantic Museum - "Dedicated to the preservation,
advancement, and presentation of the Maritime History and
Shipwrecks of North Carolina's Outer Banks.
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