Fish Tales and Monkey Warnings: A Chat from Manteo

The spirit of Carolina boat building comes alive as we broadcast from the heart of Manteo during the 22nd Annual Carolina Boat Builder Foundation Tournament. Joining us are Rebecca Spencer and Lisa Howell, two women with unique perspectives on the Outer Banks maritime community through their connections to prominent boat building families.Our conversation reveals the excitement surrounding the upcoming Pirates Cove Billfish tournament and Alice Kelly tournament, both supporting meaningful charitable causes. Rebecca and Lisa offer rare insights into what makes these events special – from the camaraderie among competitors to the community involvement that transforms fishing competitions into a celebration of heritage."If you know, you know" becomes the unofficial motto as we explore what makes Dare County the undisputed epicenter of sport fish building. The pride is palpable as they describe how Carolina builders have "paved the way" by blending traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge innovation. What emerges is a portrait of an industry where multi-generational family businesses thrive alongside loyal employees whose children continue their legacy.The conversation takes us beyond Manteo to favorite fishing destinations (with a unanimous vote for Costa Rica, though we're warned to "watch out for the monkeys"), and culminates in reflections on what makes a tournament winner: dedication, teamwork, and heart. As one guest perfectly summarizes, "Teamwork makes the dream work" – a philosophy that extends throughout this remarkable community, keeping American maritime traditions alive.Subscribe to hear our follow-up episode where we'll get the full tournament results and discover which boat claimed the prestigious victory!Wards Marine Electrichttps://www.wardsmarine.com/Wards Way YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@WardsWay75