Sadly, we have to leave the Outer Bank today. We could have stayed several more days just walking along the beach in the mornings and relaxing in the afternoon. But our time is short and we feel we’ve provided sufficient nourishment for the local mosquitoes. Actually, we aren’t sure if all our bites are due to mosquitoes or some other critters. All we know is the bites form large welts and itch like the devil.
Our only tourist stop today is the Wright Brothers monument at Kitty Hawk on the outer bank. The National Park service has done a fairly good job of caring for the site. A large stone marks the point where the first flight left the ground and markers show the termination points for the first four flights. It’s very moving to be able to walk on this site that has brought so much change to our world.
Mary and I both enjoyed the sculpture in a field behind the Wright Brother memorial. It depicts the men and machine on the day of the first flight. You can walk around the men and even climb onboard the airplane.
The presentations and programs put on by the park service didn’t say enough about Wilbur and Orville sacrifices, skills, and creative genius.
We stopped at the Norfolk, VA Costco for gas and to replenish our supplies. The day ended at the Gosnolds Hope Park in Hampton, VA. This is same park we stayed at before heading into the Outer Bank just a few days ago. I guess we just can’t resist that $10.40 bargain.
