One writer sets his sights on an ambitious goal, aiming to swim at every YMCA pool in the state. In the water, he finds familiarity, fortitude, and memories of his first and most important coach: his dad.
LIVING IN NORTH CAROLINA
A Waterman’s Wisdom
At his seafood market in Jacksonville, a seasoned fisherman shows his customers that when it comes to our coast and the rich bounty it provides, the world is their oyster.
Shore Things
Sunscreen. Surf wax. Flip-flops. The beach packing list is a reminder to bring the essentials, of course. But read between the lines: It’s also a family scrapbook, a reminder of all the vacations that came before.
Plott Hound Books Satisfies an Appetite for Stories
In Yancey County, a renowned food writer started a bookstore to keep avid readers satisfied.
A Lakeside Escape at The Greystone Inn
In the early 20th century, a socialite made a home in the Lake Toxaway area. Now, guests relax in her estate turned inn and learn about the community she loved.
For the Birds
An Alamance County woman attracts hummingbirds by the dozens to her backyard sanctuary, devoting her summer days — and lots of sugar — to the birds she loves.
McConnell Farms Grows the Cream of the Crop
In Henderson County, a third-generation farmer whose family once grew produce for making baby food now creates fanciful flavors of homemade ice cream.
50 Simple Summer Pleasures
Stargazing, s’mores, and tomato sandwiches: It’s easy to have a spectacular summer in North Carolina. How many items can you check off our seasonal bucket list?
The Growing Game
A friendly competition between two Columbus County farmers inspired a festival where massive melons earn top honors.
