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Stuart W.'s avatar

As true today as it was in the dark era of 2021...I will say that I have actually been successful in deterring too-close set-ups (in any direction) by walking over, welcoming the new neighbors, and apologetically informing them that my ulcerative colitis is responsible for the continuous, rancid farts coming from our Shi(t)bumi.

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Nan in Graham's avatar

😂😂😂

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Andrew Dunn's avatar

Seeing that this still hasn't been introduced in the General Assembly, it must just need a new name:

The North Carolina Regulations on Appreciating Beaches and Bays In Thriving, Habitually Over-Loved Environments (N.C. RABBIT HOLE) Act

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Edison Carter's avatar

Rush?! As a day drinking anthem band? Are you kidding? Go back to Maple-land, you poutine-loving miscreant. I love The Clash, but “London Calling” or “Shoot the Right Profile” isn’t beach hangout music.

Day drinking playlists are heavy on G Love, Green Day, Tribe, Gorillaz, War and the Go-Go’s for some SoCal vibes, perhaps some Bon Jovi (if you’re Jersey-friendly), Sly and the Family Stone if you want classic, the occasional bubblegum pop hit, and summer anthems that are at least 7+ years old. They’re not subtle pieces, but neither are they blasting hostility to everyone else. It’s the beach — everyone is welcome and everyone should hear something they like.

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Jeremy Markovich's avatar

Counterpoint: Maybe you don't have enough money to buy beer. Playing "The Temples of Syrinx" at full volume in the blazing sun will leave you and your crew as disoriented and confused as if you'd all just shotgunned several Old Milwaukees.

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Edison Carter's avatar

Ha ha! You should always be able to find a few cents for some tall boys.

If it’s disorientation you seek, there’s “Dark Side” or some shoegaze Britpop. Rush is just angry screeching.

I’m thinking the next column is NC-flavored playlist (which will be a cue for all the shaggers to jump in with their favorites).

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Stuart W.'s avatar

Shaggers...are you talking about the dance or the British euphemism for...?

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Edison Carter's avatar

My Tar Heel native spouse calls it Beach Music, so heavy on the rhythm and soul. One of our wedding guests was a champion shagger and was kind enough to not show me up during the first dance.

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Barbara Sheppard's avatar

Great Story. i enjoyed reading it and chuckling a little bit! I hope you can get these laws enacted! Lol!

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TG's avatar

All this rant but nothing about the shark treats known as surfers? Sharks refer to them as trinkets but families have less friendly names. And don’t forget about kite surfers! We do love when they conflict with fisherfolks it must be fun to untangle those lines!

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Rusty Whiteheart's avatar

We need a version for beaches you can drive on..

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Brian Austin's avatar

This post definitely has "get off my lawn vibes". I'm here for it 🤣

I'll add that people who let their dogs roam off leash and invade other's space. I get it, your dog is cute and "won't bite" but I don't need rover's nose up in my business while I'm trying not to get sand in my pimento cheese sandwich.

Cheers and happy acceptable day drinking day to all the Rush lovers.

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Jon Russell's avatar

It really is insane to me that people still bring out little speakers to play music at the beach. You... all have phones? You can all get headphones? Even ones with little wires that hook in to the phones in case you're afraid they'll somehow pop out of your ears??

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Bill Hoke's avatar

Heading to Holden later today....comments and concerns from 2021 are still appropriate today....some things never change.

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Kristin king's avatar

I cringe when I see the dads surf fishing right where their kids are swimming. And all they ever catch is sharks. 😬

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Diego Forest's avatar

Not sure what beaches you frequent but I have been been on them from Corolla to Oak Island for over 35 years and never had any issue with these things. Sure I have seen or heard some of these from afar. For now we here in NC have countless uncrowded beaches for the most part and have the good fortune to move if needed. Granted, I don't hang at on the beach at Johnny Mercers Pier or in front of the Carolina Beach boardwalk for said reasons. I find most everyone very respectful. Sorry, I had to check to see if Karen actually wrote this article.

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Jeremy Markovich's avatar

Most people know what’s up. This is for the stragglers. You can simply wave your phone at them with this article pulled up to resolve any conflicts.

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