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Reviving the Past Glories of Mattamuskeet Lodge 



Mattamuskeet Lodge began life in 1916 as a pumping station to drain 

 North Carolina's largest natural lake. After a second career as a water- 

 fowl hunting lodge, the grand building fell into disrepair. The lodge is 

 now seeing its third incarnation as an environmental center 6 



Lightning's Gift of Fire 



Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, new vegetation bursts from the 

 earth after lightning fires have scorched the land. In eastern North 

 Carolina, this cycle is important for many species 11 



The Price of Paradise: Oceanfront Living can be Hazardous 



Oceanfront homes have beautiful views, but they also harbor an 

 ugly truth. Seaside homes built on sand are subject to erosion, and 

 they bear the brunt of fierce coastal storms. Real estate agents and 

 developers are assessing their role in educating potential homebuyers 

 about the risks 14 



A Historian's Coast: The Guano Gospel 



Navassa is a tiny Brunswick County town on the Cape Fear River. 

 Quiet now, at the turn of the century it housed Wilmington's most 

 important industry: guano fertilizer 20 



Sea Science: Science in the Kitchen 



Tasty Technology Behind Scallop Medallions 



A food science breakthrough lets North Carolina seafood processors 

 create thick, chewy medallions from smaller scallops. The product is 

 sold fresh, not frozen or precooked, in restaurants and stores 24 



People & Places: Preserving the Past 



Karen Amspacher Holds onto Harkers Island Heritage 



As new people build on Harkers Island, Karen Willis Amspacher has 

 taken a lead as preserver of local heritage. She works with other island 

 natives to produce publications, organize events and even build a 

 museum to tell the story of their families and generations past 26 



Maritime Morsels: Spicing It Up 



A pinch of salt and a dash of pepper just won't do when your tastebuds 

 crave excitement. Learn how to spice up your favorite catch by keeping 

 a few tips in mind — and a pantry full of exotic flavorings 29 



The Catch: Fishing Fever 



You've scrubbed your boat and organized your tackle box, and now 

 your hands are aching to grab a rod and reel. Cure your fishing fever by 

 bringing in some little tunny or battling with a big blue marlin 32 



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