Poised to become a world stage for equestrian sports, this Foothills town of rolling pastures and woodlands is home to some 1,600 residents — and one horse for every 2½ people.
September 2018
There’s a Patch for That
A faithful Eagle Scout preserves the memorabilia and memories of countless campouts, merit badges, and good deeds in a farmhouse museum in Lillington.
Have Jerky, Will Travel
No longer mere trail fuel, craft jerky is having a moment. In the hands of North Carolina makers, this survival snack with ancient origins is upping its game.
NC Primer: About the Author
For two famous writers, North Carolina was their home and inspiration.
My Life in Tents
Being prepared isn’t always possible in life — or in the woods. The best wilderness adventures test our mettle and require a brazen embrace of uncertainty.
The Castaways
When the red drum run along the South Core Banks, a caravan of DIY campers comes rumbling up the beach. Just like the fish they seek, these surf fishermen know how to hang on until the bitter end.
Legends of the Fire
Coaxing a roaring blaze from nothing more than twigs and sheer will is a skill that is passed down for generations.
The Campground Family
Whiling away the weekend with friends and relatives at Holly Bluff has been a warm-weather tradition in Randolph County for more than 50 years.
Finding the Perfect Campsite
With a little luck and a lot of patience, campers can score an ideal place to pitch a tent — unless someone else claims it first.
