After spending his life on the water, a Dare County captain embarked on a journey to craft his own vessels, developing a signature style that have drawn buyers from around the world.
The Shrimpers: Thomas & Monica Smith
Armed with a cooler of fresh shrimp, a Beaufort couple began their campaign to bridge the gap between fishermen and consumers.
The Netmaker: Heidi Harris Roberts
Although an industry’s tide has swelled and receded, a Carteret County native preserves her family’s tradition of hand-weaving fishing nets, one rope, cable, and knot at a time.
The Oystermen: Morris Family Shellfish
In Sea Level, three generations of oyster farmers cultivate a symbiosis of taste and place through their bivalves.
The Fisherman: Morty Gaskill
Once the youngest commercial fisherman on Ocracoke Island, one man returned to his village to continue a legacy that’s been honored for generations.
The Captain: Brent Gaskill
Raised on and by the waters around his Carteret County home, a fisherman found his calling guiding fellow anglers to far-flung destinations.
Where Summer Stays
Whether it’s the cottage passed down through generations or a rented retreat for a week, the Carolina beach house calls us back with its easy, salt-air simplicity.
A Sweet Send-Off
Before heading back down the mountain, discover edible riches in Boone.
Ramped Up
In western North Carolina, ramps are a rite of spring — a pungent mountain treasure whose rise from forest floor to fine dining honors the foodways of Appalachia.
