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This Franklin County (Va.) still, which was destroyed in 1972, is reputed to be the largest one ever destroyed. It contained 24 “black pot” stills, each containing 800 gallons of product.

White Lightning: What Was, What Is, What Really Isn’t

Yes, TV shows like “Moonshiners” and now "Hatfields & McCoys: White Lightning" are fun and entertaining. But their relationship to the realities of illicit liquor-making is tenuous at best.
The North Fork of the South Branch of the Potomac River runs through the property at Harman’s, as well as behind Cabin No. 17.

North Fork Cabins: Fishin’! Or Not!

You don’t have to fish to enjoy Harman’s. But hey – it sure doesn’t hurt. These West Virginia cabins feature a stocked stream plus lots of peace and quiet.
Asparagus, ramps and morels find a glorious combination with butter, eggs and cheese.

First Taste of Spring

Ramps are first. Then morels, followed by asparagus. Here’s how to take gustatory advantage of the early trio.
The Wagon Wheel Cabin at Eagles Ridge Resort Front Exterior

Blocking out Time for a Smokies Retreat

Eighteen ladies spending several days together on three floors of a mountain cabin? For the Fantastic Quilters Guild of Fairfield Glade, Tenn., it means enough room for 18 sewing machines and their annual jelly roll race.
Jalapenos at a farmer’s market.

Jalapeno Peppers: Pick a Peck – or More

Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers A peck of pickled peppers Peter Piper picked If Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers, Where’s the peck of pickled peppers Peter Piper picked? —Mother Goose Rhyme/tongue-twister
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