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ta b l e o f

CONTENTS

f e at u r e s

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LIVING THE DREAM

THE MULLINS MAKE LAKE GASTON HOME

SAVE THE SNAKES

HERES WHY SNAKES ARE A VIABLE PART OF THE ECOSYSTEM

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THE PRACTICAL GARDENER

BY CAROL MOSELEY

CULINARY TRAVELS

BY CHEF RYAN GRIMM

WHATâ€™S HAPPENING IN LAKE COUNTRY

BY CHRISTINA WELLS

REGIONAL MAP THINGS TO DO

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LETTER f r o m t h e EDITOR As the weather warms up and the busy season approaches, more folks will be out and about with a greater possibility of running into snakes. So what do you do? What snakes are popular? Which ones are dangerous and not dangerous around this area? Well, in May’s edition of Lake the Magazine, staff writer Roger Bell offers information about snakes. I know now you shouldn’t kill any snakes, just avoid them. They are actually good for the environment. They kill unwanted critters and are a food source for the ones we like. Make sure you check out his story. Staff writer Carolyn Harmon spent some time with Gearl Mullins, who built his home with his wife and settled down at Lake Gaston in the 1990s. Mullins actually had two lakes built in his backyard, which feed into Lake Gaston. Columnist Carol Moseley writes now that frost has past, it’s time to plant. She shares tips on how to be more garden-smart, so you can begin to grow the healthiest plants possible. Chef Ryan Grimm has been traveling again. In his latest column, he begins a series of columns revolving around the Mediterranean coast. First up, is Sorrento, Nice, and a brief look at Monaco. You definitely need to check out the beautiful photos he’s included. Our final columnist, Christina Wells, writes about how nice it is just to relax and enjoy life at Lake Gaston. She shares about when she was younger and how she spent many days at the lake with her grandparents. Maybe you can relate to some of her memories, I know I do. Her grandmother enjoyed cheddar cheese in her coffee; so did my mother. Don’t forget to read up on all the entertainment possibilities available in the area in our Things to Do listing. I always hear, “there’s nothing to do around here.” I beg to differ because there’s more than enough to choose from. Last, but not least, our Parting Shot comes from Michael Hilliard of Ebony, Virginia. It’s another beautiful sunset picture on the lake. If you have an event, idea or even a Parting Shot you would like to share with Lake the Magazine readers, please send your information to tiabedwell@rrdailyherald.com. TIA BEDWELL NEWS EDITOR

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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

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ON THE COVER

Gearl Mullins stands in front of a bird box he built. Gearl and his wife, Veronica, begin to build their Lake Gaston dream home in 1992, completing it 1995. Read staff writer Carolyn Harmon’s story on page 10. COVER PHOTO BY CAROLYN HARMON

Carolyn Harmon Tia Bedwell

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THE PRACTICAL GARDENER

IT’S THE SEASON FOR

PLANTING he danger of frost has passed and it is time to plant. So, I decided to share tips on how to garden smarter by selecting healthy plants, how to plant them once you get them home and how to make your beds and containers more appealing to the eye using The Rule of Threes

design techniques. Before shopping for plants, spend time preparing beds making sure they are weed free and ready for planting. This allows you to see which perennials survived the winter and what needs to be replaced. Is the bed in the shade or in the sun? Be sure to group plants according to their growing needs. Don’t mix sun-lovers with plants that require shade or ones that are drought-tolerant with ones that require a lot of water. If you do, one will thrive and the other will most likely die. A good rule for planting containers with multiple plants is to use a Thriller (tall focal plant), Filler (for volume) and a Spiller (trailing over the side). This creates a well-proportioned look that is pleasing to the eye. You will see this planting technique when shopping for ready-made containers. Try using shrubs in containers on a deck or patio. I have success growing Nandina, Crepe myrtle, Privet, Blueberries and Boxwoods in containers. One advantage of having shrubs in containers is you can move them to fill in gaps or add interest where needed. Dwarf English Boxwood will usually to grow 24-48 inches tall at maturity and is prized for its rounded form and compact size. It is a slow grower with makes it ideal for container gardening. I have some that have been it pots for 11 years and are doing fine. I add a little fresh potting soil to containers as needed and give them a good feeding of liquid plant food in May.

Carol has been gardening since 1969, and in 1999 completed the Master Gardening Training Course through the N.C. Cooperative Service. She said she was very fortunate to learn how to grow and use herbs from her dear friend, the late Diane Morris, the Herb Lady.

GARDEN TASKS • May is planting time so plant and sow seeds. • Plant summer annuals such as zinnias, marigolds, geraniums and wave petunias in the sun and coleus, impatiens and begonias in the shade. • Divide and move clumps of daffodils after they have finished blooming. Treat them as growing plants and use care to protect the foliage and roots. Water them thoroughly after transplanting. Remove spent blooms but allow the foliage to die back naturally. This allows the bulbs to store energy for next year’s blooms. • Don’t forget to add vegetables and herbs to your planting list.

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• Early blooming deciduous shrubs such as Forsythia, Weigela and Spirea should be pruned back after they finish blooming. Cut back a third of the oldest canes to the ground and the remaining branches by one-third of their height. • Mulch beds to conserve water and deter weeds but don’t overdo it. When mulching around trees the mulch should be no more than 3 inches deep and should not touch the tree truck. It needs to be an inch or so from the trunk. • Plant perennials like day lilies, purple coneflowers, Shasta daisies and black-eyed Susans to name a few.

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LIVING THE DREAM

ON LAKE

GASTON STORY AND PHOTOS BY CAROLYN HARMON

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LITTLETON — Gearl Mullins and his wife, Veronica, started building their Lake Gaston home in 1992. “We literally built this with our hands; me, my wife and son, Gearl Jr.,” Gearl said. “You see what we made?” The property sits back from the road, and is surrounded by trees, tiny yellow West Virginia roses, birds and the sounds they make. Gearl had two lakes built in the backyard. One is 10 acres and the other is seven. They are called Darby Branch, and they feed into Lake Gaston. He has also built some wooden bird boxes. “When you get up in the morning, you see the birds and the squirrels,” he said. “See that big bird? He has plenty of fish to eat.” During the years building their home, the couple was living in Vaughan, and going back and forth working late nights sometimes. One of the challenges they faced was getting materials. Many companies were going out of business, Gearl said.

With his wife’s house design, and the help of a few subcontractors, in 1995 their dream home was finally complete. “The day we moved in was fantastic,” he said. “With all of its trials and errors, it was just amazing. The fact that we did it was so satisfying.” Staying committed is nothing new to Gearl. He and Veronica have been married 54 years. “If it’s going well, don’t mess with it; if it’s going bad, try to fix it,”

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he said. “We have had our ups and downs — everybody does. But the last 20 years, we sort of see eye to eye. If she wants to do something, I say, ‘Do it.’ If she wants new countertops; let’s get them. We have learned to live together.” Gearl stops to admire the birds around one of his bird feeders. “See the birds down there — it’s amazing how the birds flock together,” he said. “What I love about living on the lake is you feel the wind and the quietness, and you have time to gather yourself.” Another long-term commitment of Gearl’s is his business in Little-

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ton, called MSAT (Mullins, Satellite, Antennas and Telephone), born in the 1980s. It was originally Vaughan Satellite Sales And Antenna Service Inc., back when a satellite dish was huge. MSAT went from the big dishes to DIRECTV, a smaller dish, that is part of AT&T. Gearl said that is how he survived through the times. “We started out independently, and kept moving up and got our name out there,” he said. “Then we made MSAT, a name that everyone recognized.” In addition to DIRECTV, MSAT sells electronics, such as televisions, phones and computers. But what has made Gearl survive has been ser vice. Big companies could not take that away from him, he said. “People want it installed,” he said. “They want quality people, and we stuck to that end of it, while maintaining the store. People have

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“I’m not sure when,” he said. “I have obli-

a place to come if they decide to buy from us.”

we have had success. We’ve become part of

gations. People sometimes fail because they’re

In addition to other contractors, Gearl the family of Lake Gaston. It is amazing how

not willing to put that effort out there. Many

said AT&T chose MSAT to be an installer of we were able to stay out there in front of the

times in the last 34 years, it looked very dim.

DIRECTV, because his people are well-known in the community. “People around here want people they can trust in their homes with their children,

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C U L I N A R Y T R AV E L S

PART 1

there are plenty of modern conveniences; cars, running water, 5-star

With lake season starting in just a few short weeks, it’s time to

hotels, even an elevator that will take you from the top of the cliff

start dusting off the grill (if you haven’t already) and planning your

down to the beach below, but these are blended into the village so

kick-off weekend.

well, you almost don’t notice theme.

Of all of Europe, the Mediterranean coast is my favorite place to

There are tight winding alleys packed with shops and buildings

spend the last month of spring. The food is fresh, the water is warm,

painted in a melody of light colors. A perfect spot to sit, enjoy an

and the people are friendly. Barcelona, Nice, Monaco,

espresso and gaze out across the open ocean. One of the

Sorrento, Malta, Santorini, Dubrovnik, you name it, and

things they are most known for is Limoncello. Limoncel-

it has something special and just a little different to offer.

lo being sold by the same families, in the same shops,

Now, I’m not suggesting that we all hop on a plane, but

using the same recipes their families have used for more

wouldn’t that be fun? I am suggesting we bring a little

than a 100 years. A sweet, refreshing liquor, it is some-

Mediterranean to Lake Gaston. Join me for a Mediterra-

thing that can easily be made at home and is great for

nean summer this season. Each article I write from now

sipping while relaxing around the lake. While traditional

to September will be centered around two or three little

recipes require several months of aging, I will share

gems spotted along the relaxing Mediterranean coast.

with you a recipe I learned while in Sorrento that can be

To kick it off, we’ll start with Sorrento, Nice, and take a

completed in a day, and while it will mellow with time, it

brief look at Monaco.

is ready to drink from day one. This sweet nectar and the lemon it is made of inspires paintings, glasses, serving

Sorrento is a charming cliffside village situated on the southeast coast of Italy, located under Naples, just a few miles from Mt. Vesuvius and around the corner from

STORY AND PHOTOS BY RYAN GRIMM

Amalfi. Its origins date back to around 90 B.C. and has

dishes, menu items and decorations all around the city. The limoncello gelato over fresh strawberries was mind blowing.

been owned, occupied or controlled by several countries and influen-

Directly off the coast of Sorrento is the island of Capri. While

tial families. It is a special little place where time stands still, and for a

there are many worthwhile things about the island; the blue grotto,

moment, you can get lost in the centuries past. Don’t get me wrong;

upscale hotels, handmade leather products, beautiful landscape and

MONACO NICE

SORRENTO

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the Las Vegas for the rich and famous, Monaco is only about 2 miles long and comprises only 499 acres (that’s smaller than some of the farms around here). Known as one of the original taxfree havens, this country is full of decadents (and why I won’t be including a recipe, $1,000 for an ounce of caviar is ridiculous). Home to designer fashion, we are interested in their name- blossoms are, they’re not that easy to get in our

the famous Casino at Monte Carlo, this is a land

sake salad, the Caprese Salad. A menu item I’m area. The Tourte de Blettes is quite nice but

of vices, but only if you’re willing to pay greatly

sure you have seen before, its origins are a little

it’s a little more suited for the fall season. We for them. That being said, it is possible to enjoy

vague and by best account came to the dining

are going to focus on the Salade Nicoise, or as a day in the country without being a millionaire

scene in the early 1900s. Rumor says it might

we know it, the Nicoise Salad. Gordon Ramsay

or going broke. The Palace is beautiful and only

have been created to honor the colors of the Ital- said the Nicoise Salad “is finest summer salad of costs a few dollars to tour (it costs less to see the ian flag and showcase some of the nations best

all.” Everyone from Gordon Ramsay to Auguste Palace than it does to tour the Casino at Monti

ingredients. Comprised of fresh buffalo mozza- Escoffier, Jacques Médeci, Louis Diat and Jamie

Carlo). The views are breathtaking, except they

rella, vine-ripened tomatoes, vibrant and aromatic Oliver have voiced opinions and recipes on how are interrupted about every 90 seconds by a basil, olive oil and occasionally balsamic vine- to make the famed salad. It is traditionally made helicopter flying in to land (I’m not exaggerating, I stood there and counted for about five minutes),

gar, this salad easily makes my list of a seasonal

up of hard-boiled eggs, tomatoes, anchovies,

musts.

Niçoise olives and dressed with olive oil. This is and you can find lunch with a nice glass of wine

Up and around the coast, across the border the accepted practice in Nice. The various boiled for about $30 a person. in France is a magical place. With Carnaval, jazz

vegetable and lettuce were not added until later

I would like to take a moment to honor our

festivals, museums, Castle Hill, restaurants and in the salads life, and have always been a source fallen warriors. They are in fact the reason for its beaches, Nice, France, is the capital of the of controversy. In fact, in the 1970s the mayor

the season, and we would not be here without

French Rivera. The food, the sun, and the water

of Nice said it was fine to substitute tuna for the

them. To the families and friends that have lost

are enough to make anyone want to stay. Some

anchovies, but begged and pleaded that peo-

someone in the armed forces, my prayers and

notable foods from Nice are Socca (a peasant ple not put boiled potatoes or green beans in it.

thoughts are with you. To all active and retired

pancake-type dish made from chickpeas), fleur

Instead, he suggested items such as purple arti-

serves men and women out there, Thank you for

de courgette (fried squash blossoms), chevre choke hearts, cucumbers, peppers or Fava beans.

everything you do to defend us and this country.

(a style of goat cheese now popular throughout the States), Tourte de Blettes (a tart made

While I wont include any recipes from this To everyone else, this Memorial Day, in between next country, I would like to mention it in pass-

boat rides or barbecues, be sure to take a minute

with swiss chard, raisins and pine nuts), and of ing. This sovereign city-state, located at the to say a prayer and thank the families who have course Salade Nicoise. Now, as fun as squash bottom of France, has sometimes been called

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given the ultimate sacrifice for us.

C U L I N A R Y T R AV E L S LIMONCELLO 2

cups sugar

1 1/2 cups water 7-8

large lemon zest

cups vodka (use a good

quality one, cheap vodka

makes cheap Limoncello)

1. In a clean pot, steep the lemon zest with the water and sugar on low for 30 minutes. Turn the stove off and strain the mixture into a clean bowl. 2. Once the lemon simple syrup has cooled to room temperature, pure it into the vodka. Be sure to mix well. 3. Chill in the fridge and drink in a couple hours or let it sit in a cool dark place for a couple weeks to mellow.

CAPRESE SALAD 8

1-ounce slices fresh

Buffalo mozzarella

large heirloom tomatoes cut

into 1/2-inch slices

(preferable 1 red and 1 yellow)

fresh basil leafs chiffonade

(thinly sliced into fine strands)

CAPRESE SALAD

Extra virgin olive oil for drizzling Nice balsamic vinegar if you want it on

the zesty side.

Sea salt 1. Arrange the slices of mozzarella and tomatoes, alternating as you go. Sprinkle with sea salt and the chiffonade basil. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar if you choose.

SALADE NICOISE For dressing:

1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh

hard-boiled large eggs, quartered

basil

tablespoons finely chopped fresh

1. Mix together vinegar, shallot, mustard,

basil

garlic paste and anchovy paste in a blender

1. In a bowl, separately, lightly toss the

and pulse until combined well, then on low,

lettuce, artichokes, fava beans and tomatoes

add the oil in a slow stream.

in the vinaigrette. As each item is dressed,

For salad:

build the salad, starting with the lettuce on

(1-inch-thick) tuna steak,

seared and sliced

3/4

pound Boston lettuce

(two heads), torn into pieces

the bottom. The rest of the ingredients can be placed in sections on top of the salad. Finish the salad with the finely chopped basil sprinkled on top.

1/4

cup red wine vinegar

cup artichoke hearts

teaspoons Dijon mustard

fresh or canned

large garlic clove, minced

1/2

cup baby fava beans, peeled

around and playing with his food. He attended culinary

1/2

teaspoon (rounded) anchovy paste

pint cherry tomatoes, halved

school at the California Culinary Academy in San Francisco

cup extra virgin olive oil

2/3

cup Niรงoise or other small

brine-cured black olives

1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme

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W H AT â€™ S H A P P E N I N G I N L A K E C O U N T R Y

PHOTO BY TIA BEDWELL

enjoying

the simple

LIFE

Lake Gaston is the ultimate in relaxation. Those of us

who are blessed to live full-time around the Lake Gaston region are accustomed to the slower pace, the lack of traffic (and traffic lights), and the overall laid-back atmosphere. For the folks from larger metropolitan areas who call Lake Gaston home on the weekends or only in the summer and for those who choose Lake Gaston as their vacation destination, Lake Gaston is a blissful reprieve from the hustle and bustle that is the norm of their lives. Relaxation can begin with the sunrise. One of my dear friends, Terryn Owens, begins every day that way.

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Christina Wells is the Lake Gaston Chamber of Commerce President/ CEO. For more information about the chamber and Lake Country, visit www.lakegastonchamber.com.

Christina Wells spends time with her grandparents at Lake Gaston.

It is her time to wake up and enjoy the

PHOTO BY TIA BEDWELL

beauty and peace of the early morning, as night gives way to day, and the sun breaks over the glassy sur face of the water and adorns the trees with glistening gold. Terryn doesn’t just keep these beautiful moments to herself. She captures each sunrise and shares her amazing photos with her Facebook friends. There are people who begin their days with Terryn’s sunrise photos. I don’t live at Lake Gaston, but I remember mornings when I was a kid and stayed at my grandparent’s place at the lake in Whippoorwill Hills. Being able to purchase a place at Lake Gaston was the ultimate achievement for my grandfather, a child of the depression and from a sharecropping family, after his years of hard work farming, working in the textile mills, serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II, and completing his career as this earth better than this moment. I’ll let you grandfather when he was growing up, so if a fireman with the City of Roanoke Rapids. in on a little family secret. One of my grand- he chose to enjoy these delicacies togethLake Gaston was his paradise. father’s favorite treats, one that I tried once er, I think it is wonder ful. Pate and caviar I would watch my grandfather rise early but didn’t really embrace, was to cut chunks and sit on the deck in his rocking chair, hold- of sharp cheddar cheese into his black cofing a cup of black coffee in both hands, soak- fee, eat the melted cheese with a spoon, and

have nothing on melted sharp cheese and hot black coffee. Lake Gaston was heaven on earth for my

ing in the warmth from the cup, breathing in

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the aroma and the steam, and taking that first

gross,” but while that may not appeal to you

in sitting on the end of their dock in an old

sip. He always sighed a deep, sweet sigh, as

or me, I appreciate that simple pleasures

metal of fice chair that my grandfather had

though, for him, there could be nothing on

like cheese and coffee were luxuries for my

bolted to the end of the pier for her. In her

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hand would be a bamboo fishing pole with a

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simple rig of an orange cork and a hook. She would purchase day-old bread and carefully make bread balls that were just the right size. These she would place on the hook and sit, waiting for the tiny nibbles of bream. She would purchase red wigglers and store them in the refrigerator to catch larger fish. When she had the opportunity, she would har vest the fat, yellowish-green Catawba worms from their home in Catalpa trees. Those were the ultimate bait that she swore by. My grandmother came up in a coal mining family from West Virginia, so she wasn’t squeamish about baiting her own hook, but just let her actually get a fish on the line. The celebrator y “whoop” that came up from the pier from that little woman with the curly perm was contagious. We all snapped to attention, especially my grandfather, because

fish was too small, my grandfather would restores the soul and connects the family.

we knew that she would be calling “Honey”

release him back to the lake to be caught

Lake Gaston by nature unplugs and of fers

immediately thereafter, as she began walking

again another day.

a step back to a simpler time of swimming,

up from the pier, and my grandfather would

The face of Lake Gaston has changed

catching fish, paddling, playing cards, catch-

meet her halfway and remove the fish from

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Breathing, literally, is life. So, when your child has asthma or a loved one suffers from COPD or emphysema, it’s good to know there’s help nearby. And if you have bronchitis or you’re battling lung cancer, it’s good to know that Halifax Regional has an expert – and the expertise - to fight along your side. Halifax Regional’s pulmonary services were created to be here, for you, with the very best treatment for any lung conditions. We know the minutes you save in travel make a difference, whether it’s an emergency or a trip for regular treatment. Dr. Todd Duggan, a triple-board certified physician and expert in lung disease, is welcoming new patients to the practice. It’s part of our commitment to the community to provide our patients with the best care possible – close to home. For more information or to book an appointment to see Dr. Duggan, please call 252-535-1082 or visit HalifaxRMC.com. The practice is located at 240A Smith Church Road, Building 4, Roanoke Rapids, NC.

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SAVE THE SNAKES

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They serve a vital function as both predator and prey in the food chain

STORY BY ROGER BELL Organizations such as the Lake Gaston Association and the North Carolina Office of Cooperative Extension want people to be aware snakes, but not necessarily afraid of them. According to the extension, about 37 species of snakes are found in North Carolina. Of those 37, six are venomous, but only three of those — the water moccasin, the timber rattlesnake and the copperhead — tend to be seen in the eastern portion of the state. Jodie Owen, public information officer for the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, said any snake, venomous or not, should be treated the same as most other wild animals. “Don’t kill them, that is the No. 1 message we want to get across,” Owen said. “Most people are bitten by snakes when they accidentally step on one, try to kill one, or pick one up. If you leave them alone, they will leave you alone.” Owen said snakes serve a vital function as both predator and prey in the food chain — they consume vermin such as mice and rats and are often eaten by owls, hawks and other birds of prey as well as by animals such as raccoons. Tony Moran, of the Lake Gaston Association, in a 2017 presentation about snakes in the Lake Gaston area, pointed out North Carolina leads the nation in venomous snake bites, and the primary reason is the copperhead. “That’s the one that causes North Carolina to be the No. 1 state in venomous snake bites,” Moran said. “You are five times more likely to be bitten by one of these here than in any other state.” Moran characterized the copperhead as “the most dangerous venomous snake at the lake,” and said most bites happen when victims

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THE SNAKEBITE

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Extension states if you are bitten by a snake you cannot identify, the wound should tell you if the snake was venomous or nonvenomous.

place their hands or feet under shrubbery. When

The water moccasin, also called the cottonmouth,

working near such vegetation around the lake, Moran

is always found near water. Moran advised boaters to

said it’s best not to rely on your presence frightening

be wary of these snakes when moving under overhead

away the snake, but instead to simply keep your hands

vegetation on Lake Gaston.

and feet above the shrubbery. Copperheads rely on their ability to blend into their surroundings and will usually avoid biting, as will most snakes.

“This is not a critter you want to share your boat with,” Moran said. While most sightings of the timber rattlesnake are east and west of the lake, Moran warns residents and

“Most snakes — even venomous ones — are not aggressive and would rather avoid confrontation with

visitors such snakes can be encountered in the region. The timber rattlesnake likes to position itself near

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people,” according to the NC Cooperative Extension

logs and normally will warn people of its presence by

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rattling when annoyed.

“If you, a child or pet is bitten by a non-venomous snake, the bite will look like a horseshoe of tiny scratches,” the agency states. “Clean the area well with soap and water and wipe it with hydrogen peroxide. If only one or two puncture wounds are present, or if you are allergic to snakes, or if you are not sure the snake is non-venomous, go to a doctor. Unlike venomous snakes, most non-venomous snakes cannot bite through clothing.” Some snakes, such as the corn snake, rat snake or racer, can look like venomous snakes but are not.

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THINGS TO DO 2018 MAY-JUNE

Audrey Sellers of Murfreesboro poses with her purchases at the 301 Endless Yard Sale in 2017. Sellers heard of the event on the internet and was very excited to attend.

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The following are some events to enjoy during May and June. If you have an upcoming event you would like to have listed, please send your information to tiabedwell@rrdailyherald.com.

EVERY MONTH TOURS AND TASTINGS

The tasting room at Rosemont Winery is open daily for wine tastings and tours, all year round. Plan a visit from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday, or 1 to 6 p.m. on Sunday. The winery is located at 1050 Blackridge Road in LaCrosse, Virginia. For more information, call 434-6369463 or visit rosemontofvirginia.com.

COUNTRY MUSIC

Live country music is presented every Saturday at Ridgeway Opry House, 704 U.S. Highway 1 South in Ridgeway, North Carolina. Local musicians play and sing with doors opening at 6 p.m., followed by the show at 7 p.m.

Visit ridgewayopryhouse.com for more information.

MAY TOURISM DAY

A Tourism Day celebration will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 11 at the Interstate 95 N. Welcome Center, Mile Marker 181 in Pleasant Hill, North Carolina. Free displays, demonstrations, entertainment and food from areas around the state will be set up at the welcome center to show appreciation for travelers to North Carolina. For more information, call 252-537-3365.

HORSE SHOW CIRCUIT

The Halifax County Horse Council has started a Fun Show Circuit for riders on horseback set for 11 a.m. May 12 at 1 Dog Pound Road in Halifax, North Carolina. This is a fun, family oriented day full of entertainment whether you are riding or watching the events. The riders TOURISM DAY

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are competing in this circuit for points that will be calculated at the end of the year to receive year-end awards. There are four divisions within this circuit: Assisted Riders, 12 and Under, 13-16, and 17 and over. The classes are fun activities that are challenging for the horse and rider. There are classes like ring spearing, potato race, carrot race, barrels and poles. There is no spectators fee to come and watch. For more information, call 252-532-1210 or visit halifaxcountyhorsecouncil.org

Register in person from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at Weldon Town Hall, 109 Washington Ave. in Weldon, North Carolina, or online with Pay Pal at historicweldonnc.com under tournament section. Tournament entry fees are adult, $30; youth (10-15), $10; and guppies (9 years old and under), $5. For more information, call 252-536-4836 or visit historicweldonnc.com.

INTERNATIONAL MIGRATORY BIRD DAY

Endangered Species Day will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 18-20 at Sylvan Heights Bird Park, 500 Sylvan Heights Parkway in Scotland Neck, North Carolina. Don’t just read about endangered species, see them up close at the park. Spectators can enjoy 50 percent off the park’s Endangered Species Passport. Look carefully — can you find them all? Cost is paid park admission plus 50 percent off the passport. For more information, call 252826-3186 or visit shwpark.com.

International Migratory Bird Day will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 12 at Sylvan Heights Bird Park, 500 Sylvan Heights Parkway in Scotland Neck, North Carolina. Do you know where the birds in your backyard have been? Learn all about the incredible journeys migratory birds make each year. This event is free with paid park admission or membership. Also available that day is a field sketching workshop from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with North Carolina artist E.M. Corsa. This workshop will highlight easy tips to help when working from nature, whether it be birds or any other subject, and will benefit beginners and advanced artists alike. Explore the diversity of birds from around the world and learn to draw live birds, feathers and eggs. This workshop is for participants ages over age 16. A class supply list will be emailed to participants after registration. Cost is $40 for members and $45 for non-members. For more information, call 252-826-3186 or visit shwpark.com.

HERITAGE DAY

EMBERS IN CONCERT

The Embers will be in concert from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. May 17 at Centennial Park Amphitheater, 300 E. Main St. in South Hill, Virginia. Gates open at 6 p.m., and admission is $3.

CATFISH CHALLENGE FISHING TOURNAMENT

Catfish Challenge Fishing Tournament will be May 18-19 at 200 Rockfish Drive in Weldon, North Carolina.

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COUNTRY ROADS BIKE TOUR

The annual Country Roads Bike Tour will be at 8 a.m. May 19 beginning at 1310 Main St. in Scotland Neck, North Carolina. Bike along tranquil country roads and pristine farmlands, traveling with amazing Roanoke River Valley views. The tour offers a 25, 50 and 100K course. Lunch in town commons is provided after the ride. For more information, call 252-8263152.

WOODLAWN TRAIL RIDE

Woodlawn Trail Ride will be at 10 a.m. May 19 on a beautiful farm and hunting land at 1271 White Oak Road in Enfield, North Carolina. Trails navigate around farmland and through wooded areas and cow pastures and are very well marked. Many areas are wide enough to ride side by side. Multiple staff will be stationed at points throughout the ride. Gates will open at noon on May 18 for those who would like to camp out for the weekend. Evening supper is provided on May 19 with the trail ride ticket then the DJ will kick in for the remainder of the evening. Gates close at noon on May 20. Proceeds are split between the Woodlawn Hunt Club and Halifax County Horse Council. The proceeds from the hunt club are used to bring in soldiers that have just returned from active duty or are about to deploy overseas. They host them and provide meals and entertainment while they’re here along with keeping up with them while they are gone. The proceeds from the Horse Council go to improvements

Heritage Day will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 12 at Medoc Mountain State Park, 1541 Medoc State Park Road in Hollister, North Carolina. Exhibitions will focus on the Civil War, Haliwa-Saponi Tribe culture, stock car racing and more. This year, Bull City Running Co. will sponsor a seven-mile trail run where BEE GEES start times are established based on age and TRIBUTE gender. For more information, call 252-5866588 or visit ncparks.gov.

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on horseback set for 11 a.m., June 2, at 1 Dog Pound Road in Halifax, North Carolina. This is a fun, family oriented day full of entertainment whether you are riding or watching the events. The riders are competing in this circuit for points that will be calculated at the end of the year to receive year-end awards. There are four divisions within this circuit: Assisted Riders, 12 and Under, 13-16, and 17 and over. The classes are fun activities that are challenging for the horse and rider. There are classes like ring spearing, potato race, carrot race, barrels and poles. There is no spectators fee to come and watch. For more information, call 252-532-1210 or visit halifaxcountyhorsecouncil.org.

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IMPROV NIGHT

“Whose Line is it?” Improv Night at Lakeland’s Cabaret, directed by David Lasky, will be at 7:30 p.m. May 19 at 411 Mosby Ave. in Littleton, North Carolina. For more information, call 252-586-3124 or visit lakelandtc.org.

JUNE MEMBERS’ DAY AT SYLVAN HEIGHTS

Members’ Day at Sylvan Heights will be from 9 a.m. to noon June 2 at Sylvan Heights Bird Park, 500 Sylvan Heights Parkway in Scotland Neck, North Carolina. Members can participate in fun, interactive educational programs throughout the morning, plus animal encounters, activities and a light breakfast. For more information, call 252-826-3186 or visit shwpark. com.

SPRING CONCERT

The Lakeland Singers will present their spring concert at 7:30 p.m., June 2, at Lakeland Theatre Company, 411 Mosby Ave. in Littleton, North Carolina. The concert will be directed by Wrenn Phillips. For more information, call 252-586-3124 or visit lakelandtheatrenc.org.

HORSE SHOW CIRCUIT

The Halifax County Horse Council has started a Fun Show Circuit for riders

BEE GEES TRIBUTE

“Night Fever” — The Bee Gees Tribute, will be at 7:30 p.m., June 9, at the Colonial Center for the Performing Arts, 220 South Mecklenburg Ave. in South Hill, Virginia. This is the largest production of the Bee Gees in the world. This all-Canadian cast has been touring for the past 10 years, from Disneyland to Russia, recreating the look and sound of the Bee Gees. Capturing a full history of the Bee Gees, “Night Fever” includes songs from “To Love Somebody,”“Massachusetts,”“I Got to Get A Message,”“I Started A Joke,”“Jive Talking,”“More Than A Woman,”“Nite Fever,”“You Should Be Dancing,”“Tragedy,”“Stayin’ Alive” and many more. For more information or tickets, call 434-262-4170 or email lepps@colonialcenterva.org.

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The 301 Endless Yard Sale will be from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., June 15-16, along US 301 in North Carolina. Many sellers will be located along the stretch in well-established visitor sites like Riverside Mill in Weldon, the Tobacco Farm Life Museum in Kenly, TWM Antiques in Selma, as well as families,

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and/or maintenance to the Halifax County 4-H Horse & Livestock Arena in Halifax County. This facility is used throughout the year for many different events. For more information, call 252-536-9810 or visit halifaxcountyhorsecouncil.org.

The eighth annual Enfield Fishing Creek Paddle be held on June 2 on Bellamy Mill Road in Enfield, North Carolina. Registration begins at 8 a.m., and paddlers will shove off at 9 a.m. Rediscover the natural beauty of Eastern North Carolina during this event sponsored by Downtown Enfield Restoration & Preservation. Paddlers will float with kayaks and canoes for 2.5 hours. Fishing Creek is the largest tributary of the Tar River and is one of Halifax County’s secret treasures. Not only does the creek have a quiet beauty of its own, but it also has a rich history (and prehistory). Shark teeth have been found near the creek and many collectors still possess examples of these massive teeth from prehistoric times. Fishing Creek is also cited as a location where Cornwallis’s army fought skirmishes with militiamen during the Revolutionary Period. The creek drains 894 square miles of land and the waters are pristine. The creek, which twists and turns as it makes its way south to the Tar River, is easily navigated by both beginner and advanced kayakers. Cost is $30; bring a group and register for $25 for parties of four and above. Kayaks and canoes are also available to rent. For more information, call 252-445-2234 or visit derpserves.org.

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churches and schools on the route with vendor spaces. For more information, call 252-536-4836 or visit 301endlessyardsale.com.

THE SWITCH BAND The Switch Band will be in concert from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., June 21, at Centennial Park Amphitheater, 300 E. Main St. in South Hill, Virginia. Gates open at 6 p.m. and admission is $3. No bags or coolers allowed; food and beverages will be on site.

TRI COUNTY HORSE SHOW The Tri County Horse Show will be from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., June 30, at 54 Dog Pound Road in Halifax, North Carolina. This is an open horse show with concessions available. This family oriented show has classes for all disciplines and skill levels. Classes are open to all breeds of horses and are to be judged according to their breeds standards. Register as a member to have points accounted toward year end awards in the follow divisions: Hunt Seat, Saddleseat, Starter Rider, Working Western and Western Pleasure. Special year end awards will be given for Barrels & Poles. Visit tricountyhorseclub. wordpress.com or facebook.com/ groups/74872452745/ for class list and other scheduled show dates for the year. For more information, call 252-586-5161 or visit tricountyhorseclub.wordpress. com.

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