You’ll find secluded beach hideaways throughout the Outer Banks while staying with us at the Sea Ranch Resort. We’re located in the heart of the Outer Banks, North Carolina, near many local attractions, including the famous Wright Brothers Memorial. Whether you’re looking to learn about our rich history or for a relaxing beach getaway, you’ll love the Outer Banks after your stay at the Sea Ranch Resort.
The Wright Brothers Gliding
The Wright brothers grew up loving to invent things. Their interested in flying came from a toy helicopter gift from their dad, which flew thanks to a rubber band. They experimented with making their own helicopters and kites throughout their childhood. From 1900 to 1903, Wilbur and Orville Wright journeyed from Dayton, Ohio to the Outer Banks, North Carolina to perfect their flying machines. After extensive research from the U.S. Weather Bureau, they discovered that the Outer Banks provided some of the steadiest winds in the country as well as beautiful dunes, implementing both the height and soft landing needed to research their gliders. They worked and experimented for years with various gliders, perfecting the wing design and controls. Then they learn how to make efficient propellers and a lightweight engine. There was a lot of technology, knowledge, and courage involved in making that first flight. Which took place at Kitty Hawk, on December 17, 1903, the flight lasted 12 seconds. Kitty Hawk Kites offers many hang gliding services, from assisted first-timer flights to professional gliders. Most guests are curious visitors following in the Wright Brother’s footsteps.
Hang Gliding over Outer Banks, North Carolina
The Outer Banks, North Carolina beautifully combine history and adventure for the perfect winter getaway. If you’re looking for an adventure, you could follow in the steps of the Wright Brothers and go hang-gliding off the majestic dunes of the OBX. Kitty Hawk Kites operates the largest hang gliding school in the world; they’ve taught all ages, from 4 up to 92, both men and women, they even accommodate people with paraplegia, blind, deaf, and other physically challenged people. Choose from beginner, intermediate, and advanced classes and experience the freedom of flying! Hang-gliding is a great way to take in the picturesque landscapes of the Outer Banks, North Carolina. Following your hang-gliding excursion, it only fits to come to the site where the Wright Brothers experimented with their lighter-than-air machines. Book your stay at the Sea Ranch Resort to experience where it all began!