Kitty Hawk Kites is an Outer Banks–based retailer and adventure company, founded in 1974, that operates retail stores, an established flight school, and a range of adventure activities (kiteboarding, hang gliding, kayaking and other water/air experiences). The Avon, NC location (39432 North Carolina 12, Island Shops) offers retail goods such as kites, wind art, toys, apparel and gifts, along with rentals (e.g., kayaks) and connections to local Outer Banks adventures and excursions.