Steer wrestling, a practice credited to legendary cowboy and rodeo star Bill Pickett, usually involves leaping onto a steer from the back of a specially trained horse. At the Madison

Put ramekins on a baking sheet. Bake for 25-35 minutes, until puffed and golden. Remove from oven, and let stand for 5 minutes. With a flexible spatula, remove strata to

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A Year-Round Guide to Franklin and Nantahala

Check out the video below for some additional shots of this beautiful town that did not make it into our December 2012 essay. Photography by Emily Chaplin Written by Ryan

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Madison County Championship Rodeo

Check out the video below for some additional shots of this beautiful town that did not make it into our December 2012 essay. Photography by Emily Chaplin Written by Ryan

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Rosemary and Goat Cheese Strata

Check out the video below for some additional shots of this beautiful town that did not make it into our December 2012 essay. Photography by Emily Chaplin Written by Ryan

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McAdenville: Christmas Town USA

A half-century ago, residential goodwill and the generosity of a local textile mill owner put this little Gaston County town in the Christmas spotlight.

by Our State Staff

Check out the video below for some additional shots of this beautiful town that did not make it into our December 2012 essay.

Photography by Emily Chaplin
Written by Ryan McGee

This story was published on Nov 14, 2012

Our State Staff

Our State Staff

Since 1933, Our State has shared stories about North Carolina with readers both in state and around the world. We celebrate the people and places that make this state great. From the mountains to the coast, we feature North Carolina travel, history, food, and beautiful scenic photography.