Who we are
🌿 Our Story: The Saltboro Way
Meet Brian & Samantha Sharp
Lifelong adventurers. Nature lovers. Island stewards.
We're Brian and Sam (Samantha) Sharp, a husband-and-wife team with a passion for wild places, simple joys, and meaningful connection. We've spent decades seeking out the world's hidden corners—often with our four sons in tow—gathering stories, savoring moments, and falling in love with nature’s quiet magic.
🐚 Why Saltboro?
Born from our home on the Intracoastal Waterway near Wilmington, NC, Saltboro is our way of sharing one of the last true coastal sanctuaries: Masonboro Island.
This nine-mile stretch of uninhabited barrier island, nestled between Wrightsville and Carolina Beach, is only accessible by water—and largely untouched. While the ends of the island are known to boaters, the heart of it remains wild, peaceful, and best explored by kayak, paddleboard, or flats boat.
Over the past five years, we've gotten to know every tide, creek bend, and osprey nest. We’ve watched dolphins surface in the shallows, gathered shells with our kids, and spent countless mornings paddling through the quiet stillness of spartina-lined creeks.
🌊 How It All Began
What started as simple storytelling with our Airbnb guests turned into something more. They told us our enthusiasm was infectious—and that our tips, guidance, and love for the island changed how they experienced it.
So we built Saltboro—a curated adventure service for anyone seeking more than just a beach day.
✨ What We Offer
From 2-hour DIY outings to multi-day guided escapes, our experiences are tailored for:
Nature lovers & birders
Curious explorers & foragers
Quiet seekers & mindful travelers
Foodies craving local flavors in wild places
Whether you’re surfing, shelling, birdwatching, plogging, picnicking, or just laying in the sun with nothing on your to-do list, every Saltboro moment is designed to help you reconnect—with nature, with yourself, and with the world around you.
📞 Join Us
Take a break from the crowds.
Let the tides set the pace.
And come experience the magic of Masonboro—the Saltboro way.
“Most days, we’re alone out there. It’s calm and refreshing. We’ve journeyed to faraway places, to the farthest reaches of the world, to find remote spots for surfing, fishing, and beachcombing. Who knew such a place was right here in North Carolina?”
Let’s do this!
🛶 Custom Adventures Start with a Conversation
We’d love to offer a simple, cookie-cutter booking system—but the truth is, the experiences we create don’t fit into neat boxes. Every Saltboro adventure is personalized, and that starts with a quick chat.
To craft the best possible outing, we’ll need to know a few things:
WHO: Who’s in your group? (How many people and any special considerations?)
WHEN: When are you planning your trip? (Preferred dates or date range)
WHAT: What kind of experience are you after? (High energy? Laid-back? Nature-focused?)
HOW LONG: How long do you want to be out? (2–4 hours? Full day? Multi-day?)
HOW: Do you want it guided, lightly guided, or self-directed?
You have 2 options:
complete the contact form to the right and let us know who/when/what/how long/how. We will get right back to you via email or phone.
Text or call us at +203-448-9774, 24/7/365. If we are not available, leave a message and we will get right back to you.
→ Ready to chat? Give us a call.
We’ll help you build an unforgettable experience—one that fits you.