Kerry Dortch is the man behind "The Puppet Farm: Raising Puppets Since 1985." He hails from Ila, Ga., and is about as friendly a fellow as one might find. (Recorder photo by Margo Oxendine)
If Ray Eagle looks tired, that's because he is. Maple syrup production goes around the clock in late February and early March at Eagle's Sugar Camp in Doe Hill. (Recorder photo by James Jacenich)
Ed and Anna Miller, from Atlanta, have a loyal following of customers for their lovely hematite jewelry, which is reported to have curative powers. (Recorder photo by Margo Oxendine)
Eagle's Sugar Camp in Doe Hill has a table of syrup just waiting for someone to pick up a bottle and take it home. Mmmm. (Recorder photo by James Jacenich)