Along North Carolina’s Inner Banks, Bertie County is emerging as a place where history, water, and forward-thinking leadership intersect. As highlighted in the April 2026 issue of Business View Magazine, the county is gaining well-earned recognition for its balanced approach to growth—one that honors its rural and coastal heritage while positioning the region for long-term […]
Golf is changing—and it’s not just happening on the course. A recent industry feature from the National Golf Foundation highlights a major shift: more golfers are traveling to play than ever before, turning casual rounds into full weekend experiences. The Shift Toward Experience According to the report, today’s golfers are prioritizing where they play just […]
North Carolina has long been recognized as one of the premier golf destinations in the country—and the latest rankings from the North Carolina Golf Panel, published by Business North Carolina, only reinforce that reputation. In the 2026 “Top 100 Courses in North Carolina” report, Occano continues to earn its place among the state’s elite—ranked #3 […]
Spring has officially arrived on the North Carolina coast, and at Occano, it’s one of the most anticipated times of the year. The shift is unmistakable—longer, brighter days, warming temperatures, and a renewed energy that can be felt across the entire community. After the quieter winter months, the course begins to transform. Spring at Occano […]
There’s a noticeable shift this time of year along the North Carolina coast. The air begins to soften, the temperatures slowly rise, and the days stretch just a little longer. With Daylight Saving Time now in effect, those longer evenings mean something especially exciting for golfers at Occano—more time to play. That extra hour of […]
There has never been a better time to explore Bertie County. The Bertie County Tourism Development Authority (TDA) has officially launched its new website and social media channels under the brand Destination Bertie, creating a central hub for discovering everything that makes this special corner of coastal North Carolina worth visiting. Through the new site […]
Great news for golfers looking for more opportunities to play at Occano. Beginning March 1 through November 30, the Occano Golf Course will now be open on Mondays, giving players an additional day each week to enjoy the course. Whether you're looking to squeeze in a weekday round, extend your weekend, or simply find a […]
Bertie County’s wild beauty just got a little bigger. The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission has announced the addition of 174 acres to the Bertie County Game Lands with the purchase of the Gaskins Swamp Tract. This exciting expansion, made possible through a partnership with the N.C. Coastal Land Trust and Ducks Unlimited, reinforces what […]
Some moments shape a place forever. For Occano—then known as Innsbrook—that moment came on May 9, 2008, when the legendary Arnold Palmer arrived to personally inaugurate the community’s new 18-hole championship golf course. The Vision for Something Special The community now known as Occano was inspired by the untouched beauty of Bertie County’s Inner Banks. […]
At Occano, the golf course was never meant to be an accessory. It was meant to set the standard. That belief is why earning—and preserving—the designation of an Arnold Palmer Signature Designed Course has always mattered here. Not as a label, but as a responsibility to uphold a legacy rooted in respect for the land, […]
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