Hundreds attend “The Outer Edge” series premiere, Episode 1 debuts on YouTube
Hundreds of attendees joined the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau (OBVB) to view three special screenings of “The Outer Edge” film series on Jan. 8-10, at venues in Kill Devil Hills, Manteo and Buxton.
Following opening introductions by OBVB Executive Director Lee Nettles, staff, and creative agency partners, the audiences were given a special preview of all six episodes of “The Outer Edge” before the entire series is published online.
“We were really excited to share the films with our local community first,” said Nettles. “The response from those who joined us at the premieres was overwhelming and a testament to both the local storytellers and to this place that we all love.”
The project has been in the works for more than a year, and 23 Dare County residents were interviewed and followed on camera during the endeavor, as they shared their passions for the Outer Banks, and their connections to the community.
Three local residents also participated behind the camera, and assisted with production of the series.
“Our hope with these films is that they serve as a point of pride for locals, a reminder of why we work so hard to live here,” said Nettles. “For potential guests, the videos are intended to share what it truly means to be a part of the Outer Banks community, the respect for people and place, and the sense of responsibility to preserve and protect it for future generations.”
The first installment of “The Outer Edge” series was recently released online. The public can check out Episode 1 – Sea to Table on YouTube, or go to outerbanks.org/edge to see a full list of local residents who participated in the Outer Banks series, and served on the production team.
