As the largest barrier island within the Golden Isles, a cluster that includes Sea Island, Jekyll Island, Little St. Simons Island, and Brunswick on the mainland, St. Simons Island possesses a deep and rich history that dates back to thousands of years ago. The earliest known inhabitants of St. Simons Island were Native American tribes … Continued
As the colder winter months approach, it’s the perfect time to think about all of the exciting upcoming boat shows that you could be attending if you plan things just right! Boat shows come in all shapes and sizes. Some are huge, international affairs (like the Miami International Boat Show) while other, local and regional … Continued
Established in 1905 as a mill and farm community, the town of Cornelius stretches around the largest man-made body of freshwater in North Carolina — known as Lake Norman — amounting to a vast 70 miles of shoreline. As the second youngest town out of Mecklenburg County’s six incorporated towns, Cornelius is well known today … Continued
What exactly indicates to us that the summer has finally come to an end? Is it the return of the school year, with kids headed off to their respective classrooms with shiny new notebooks in hand? Is it the cooler mornings, with the sun a little more delayed in making its presence known to the … Continued
Boating is one of the most exhilarating and relaxing things one can do on a particularly sunny day. Regardless of how you’re intending to spend your time out on the water — with a fishing pole in hand, enjoying the view with friends, or splashing around the boat with family — there’s nothing quite like … Continued
Summer is definitely upon us and that means rental boat season is in full swing here at Morningstar Marinas. Now, enjoying a day on the water is as easy as can be. It’s typical that as the weather warms and pushes us towards that shiny, cool, and refreshing water, we start to wonder if we … Continued
Start your engines and sharpen your pencils, we’ve got a bucket list to check off!
With the right preparation and planning, you can enjoy your boat every month of the year! Here’s how it’s possible.
Memorial Day is so much more than the unofficial start to summer.