The spring 2025 Issue

Awakening the Spirit of Adventure – The Spring Issue

Spring awakens the world with a promise—a time of renewal, of journeys both near and far, of stories waiting to be told. As the days grow longer and the land shakes off winter’s hold, we at Feathers & Whiskey find ourselves drawn, once again, to the spirit of adventure and the rich traditions that shape our world. 

In this issue, we cast lines deep into the Amazon in pursuit of the fierce peacock bass, follow a North Carolina hunter on a once-in-a-lifetime dove hunt in Argentina, and gather tales from the farthest reaches of the Southern Hemisphere— Tales from the Deep, Deep South. Yet, adventure isn’t always found in distant lands.

Sometimes, it’s in the salt air of Bald Head Island or in the hands of a potter shaping North Carolina’s clay into something timeless. It’s in the smoky aroma of Texas-inspired barbecue finding a home in Calabash, and in the vibrant textures of Southern fabrics, perfect for the season ahead. 

Our cover—Denali, standing bold and unyielding—reminds us that the world is vast, wild, and waiting. Whether you seek the rush of new frontiers or the comfort of familiar traditions, we hope these pages spark something in you. 

Welcome to Feathers & Whiskey. 

Wildly Refined. 

Michael Maynor 

Editor-in-Chief