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Boat on Lake Norman at sunset

Lake Life

With more than 500 miles of shoreline, Lake Norman is the largest man-made lake in North Carolina, providing ample opportunities for recreation and relaxation.

Ice cream and saltwater taffy

Beach Treats

Summer vacations wouldn’t be complete without these staple sweets. Take our quiz to see how much you know about the doughnuts, ice creams, and fudge that make beach visits even better.

Child driving tractor at Southeast Old Threshers Reunion in Denton

Tractor Pull

Across North Carolina, events that pay tribute to vintage farming equipment conjure memories of a simpler time.

Wilson's plover at Rachel Carson Preserve in Carteret County

Nesting Grounds

North Carolina is a paradise for birds: More than 400 species have been identified from the mountains to the sea. Take the quiz to see how well you know our state’s feathered residents.

Boats on the Dismal Swamp Canal

Carolina Canals

The watery passages that moved people and supplies through North Carolina have made an indelible mark on our ecology and history.

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