What began as a musical tradition among generations of servers at The Farm House Inn and Restaurant now celebrates 24 years as a weekly concert series at Broyhill Park.
JULY 2024
Happy as Clams
A pair of Ocracokers find peace and contentment while digging for treasure in Pamlico Sound. Their ingredients for a perfect summer day? Sunshine, crystal-clear water, and a mess of clams.
Bathing Beauties
Motivated by her love of history and early childhood memories of Wrightsville Beach, a former Wilmington teacher became a vintage swimsuit collector.
Swimming Across NC
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.
Want S’more? A Guide to Camp-Inspired Delights
Around the state, nostalgic treats with modern flair kindle memories of camp.
The Star of Campfire Grill
A Flat Rock restaurant pays tribute to the summer camp culture that’s deeply woven into the landscape of western North Carolina, inviting diners to revisit carefree childhood memories.
Backcountry Luxury
For a pair of happy campers — perfectly content to rough it in the wilderness — a “glampground” in Watauga County offers all the creature comforts, plus a change of heart.
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.
