Why Wilmington, NC – Reasons to Love Being a Local
Shortly after relocating to Wilmington, NC, I noticed how many locals would ask me “So what made you choose Wilmington?” It struck me as kind-of funny almost, because in my mind, all I could come up with was “Why not Wilmington, NC?” It’s such a beautiful place to live. It’s the place I’d always imagined growing old.
Wilmington is basically a lifestyle choice. It’s a place that allows you to center your life around the ocean and living the southern coastal lifestyle. With a growing family, we knew we wanted to live in a thriving community that would offer the best of everything - outdoor recreation, fantastic people, cultural activities, good schools, rich history and more! Turns out we found it right here in Wilmington, NC!
As a local, it’s great to know you can go the beach anytime to dip your toes in the ocean blue; to know you can grab your rod and catch a fish at a whim; to know you can load up the Jeep spontaneously for a quick trip to Freeman Park for dinner on Carolina Beach when your schedule allows. From a local’s point of view, here are some of our favorite things to do:
- Visit the beach! There are so many right here and all within a short driving distance!
- Take a trip to the Fort Fisher Aquarium and see the aquatic life!
- Spend the day boating with friends to Masonboro Island or just to hang in Mason’s Inlet
- On days when it’s raining or yucky outside it’s great to visit a museum downtown. There’s the Children’s Museum of Wilmington, the Serpentarium, the Cape Fear Science Museum, the Wilmington Railroad Museum and of course the infamous USS NC Battleship.
- There are multiple local farmers markets to visit during summer months in Poplar Grove, along the Riverwalk in downtown Wilmington, and in Wrightsville Beach.
- Visit the turtle rescue center in Hampstead, NC
- Grab your paddle board and enjoy the day on the ICWW.
- Watch the sun or the moon rise over the ocean.
It’s always a great time to become a Wilmington local! If you would like more information on the local coastal lifestyle or on real estate in Wilmington and surrounding coastal communities, contact BlueCoast agent, Steve Gaconnier 910-431-1181 (direct) or email him at sg4868@bluecoastrealestate.com . A long-time resident, Steve can help you truly discover Wilmington!