Sense of Place

Tag: deer

  • Where I Come From

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    by Nicolette L. Cagle, Ph.D., July 1, 2026 I come from a place where the river carried nuclear material in its mesmerizing current and the roar of cars from the nearby Tri-State lulled me to sleep. My dogs were once surprised while walking near a bend in that river, a place where the water sat…

  • Deer Rubs

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    On Monday morning, I went for a walk through the riparian woods along the Eno River. On this familiar route, I noticed two trees rubbed raw, rufous-hued, wounded down to the cambium layer. These rubs are from deer, when a buck scrapes his antlers against tree trunks, creating signposts in time and space to mark…

  • Carolina Beach State Park (New Hanover County, North Carolina)

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    Overview: On November 9, 2008, my husband and I made a delightful stop at Carolina Beach State Park, a 761-acre park located in Carolina Beach on Pleasure Island in New Hanover County, North Carolina. The park offers a number of recreational opportunities, including boating, fishing, camping, and hiking. If you’re looking to learn more about…