THE FIRST AND MOST IMPORTANT STEP IN getting published in the Pelican Post is a matter of style. If you are going to send a query for an article please include a sample of your writing, either published or unpublished, so we can establish the compatibility of your style with that of our publication. Pieces submitted for consideration should be light, flowing, informative and humorous if appropriate. We are primarily looking for researched stories on the area's history, culture and environment ranging in length from 600 to 2000 words. Stories longer or shorter will, in general, not be considered. Some type of illustration in the form of photographs or drawings should accompany the article. Photos should be suplied in digital format if possible. Color prints are accepted but may not be returned. Pen and ink type drawings make the best artistic illustrations. The Pelican Post is a small publication which is distributed free to the residents and visitors of the Lower Cape Fear region (Southport, Oak Island, Boling Spring Lakes, Leland and the surrounding area).

As with everything, nothing is cast in stone. If you have a story or idea that you think we might be interested in send it in and we will consider it even if it doesn't conform to the rules. If we like it we will work out the details.

SUBJECTS OF INTEREST

a. Indigenous Flora

b. Cultural History
c. Natural History

2. Diving off Cape Fear -

Wrecks off the Cape are host to tropical fish, plants and coral

not normally associated with these northern waters.

3. Cotton Plantations on Oak Island

4. Carnivorous Plants found only in and around the Green Swamp.

5. Coastal Live Oaks - Some of the oldest trees in America.

6. The Cape Fear Indians - Where are they now?

7. Rice Plantations along Town Creek

8. Carolina Beach Music - The popular music of the 80's, 90's amd today.

9. Histories:

a. Brunswick Town
b. Southport/Smithville
c. Fort Johnston
d. Fort Anderson
e. Fort Caswell
f. Oak Island
g. Bald Head Island

 

h. The Intracoastal Waterway

 

 

10. A Day in the Life of a Commercial Fisherman

We are always interested in hearing from you so please email any questions or comments.