Surfer and waterman Pat O’Neal knows the difference between a good ride and a great one, and why the waves off Hatteras hold their power longer than anywhere else on the East Coast.
A Grimm Garden in the Bogs
In North Carolina’s wetlands and swamps, delicate flowers conceal deadly appetites.
Room to Breathe
In Weymouth Woods, and in other mature forests beyond the Sandhills, we find trees that offer a lesson in coexistence.
Beards of Spanish Moss
Across the Carolina coast, silvery strands offer texture, shelter, and quiet wonder.
Where Ghost Bones Sleep
A paleontologist uncovers the ancient lives still hidden in North Carolina’s rocks and coastline.
Nature’s Architects
From twigs and moss to spider silk and fur, every nest reminds us that beauty and belonging begin close to home.
Under the Mistletoe
From cedar waxwings to great purple hairstreaks, North Carolina’s “tree thief” nourishes a surprising community of wildlife.
Silent Giants
From pocosins to hollows, black bears shape North Carolina’s wild places — with persistence, silence, and strength.
Guardians of the Night
In forests, chimneys, and caves across North Carolina, bats carry out silent, vital work — devouring pests, protecting crops, and defying their spooky reputations.
