Mast General Store Blog

07.12.17

An Interview with a Tree

Capturing the oral history of our parents and grandparents can be an interesting adventure. Posing questions at the supper table during family holiday gatherings reveals life's highs and lows, which...
Inspiration, Local Flavor
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06.21.17

Burt's Bees - Life Lessons from the Bee Man

In the summer of 1984, Maine artist Roxanne Quimby, was trying to thumb a ride home. Eventually, a bright yellow Datsun pickup truck pulled over, and Roxanne instantly recognized Burt...
Adventure, Inspiration, Mast Family Favorites
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06.13.17

Chasing the Catawba Rhododendrons in the Blue Ridge Mountains

Mid to late June ushers in one of the most celebrated months in the Blue Ridge Mountains: the Catawba Rhododendron blooming season. The bees buzz with delight, drinking in the...
Adventure, Inspiration
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06.06.17

Vital Travel Tip: Always Pack a Carry-On Bag

Throughout the months of May and June, the traditional beginning of travel season, we're sharing travel stories from our employees along with travel tips and tricks learned along the way....
Adventure, Travel
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05.23.17

Bagpipes & Roadrunners in Arizona with Fox

Throughout the month of May, the traditional beginning of travel season, we're sharing travel stories from our employees along with travel tips and tricks learned along the way. This week,...
Adventure, Travel
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05.23.17

Don't Suffer from Travel Paralysis

Throughout the month of May, the traditional beginning of travel season, we're sharing travel stories from our employees along with travel tips and tricks learned along the way. This week,...
Adventure, Travel
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