In appreciation of our military, a North Carolina-based nonprofit helps active-duty soldiers make memories in the great outdoors.
Vinegar: The Everything Elixir
Vinegar carries the familiar zing that brightens our barbecue and bounties first, our spirits and souls second. One food writer ponders the question: What can’t vinegar do?
From Elizabeth Hudson: What’s Old Is New Again
At the John C. Campbell Folk School, hands still craft with purpose. Stitch by stitch, our editor in chief finds a rhythm reminiscent of her mother’s work and a timeless appreciation for goods made from the heart.
My Friends the Squirrels
A scientist who once rescued a pair of helpless squirrels returns to the forest where she released them. She recalls their saga fondly — but will they remember her?
For the Record
Our writer reflects on where his love of vinyl began, and how the snap, crackle, and pop of a needle sliding across a turntable will always satisfy his soul.
Next-Door Nature
Backyard encounters remind us that we share North Carolina with all manner of neighbors — furred, feathered, and scaled.
From Elizabeth Hudson: Lessons in Listening
Whether found in rural Randolph County’s pastures or during a mountain trail ride in Burnsville, our editor in chief cherishes the moments of silence that settle across North Carolina’s landscapes and the quiet wonders they reveal.
From the Mouths of Ants
Seeds discarded by these tiny forest gardeners grow into the wildflowers and herbs that thrive in the understory of our woods.
Spread With Love
Whether it’s hidden in a pie crust or glistening atop a biscuit, in North Carolina, good butter never goes unappreciated.
