Clam digging in Maquoit Bay is a waiting game based on the weather and tides. Meredith Stukey investigates the trade of clamdigging and clam industry by speaking with individuals who hunt for clams in Maquoit Bay.

David Homovich has worked in the Bluestone mining industry in Downsville, New York, as an independent quarryman his entire life. Despite working alone in a quarry that isn't producing quality stone, he still continues to practice this esoteric trade like his forefathers have done since the early 1900s.

Rigging the Endeavor was a week long process for Ralph Stanley and his crew. Sheryl Lane documents the handiwork that went into preparing the boat.

Cate Tynan documents the experiences of women trying to find the perfect wedding dress, and how getting prepared for their wedding made them realize more about themselves than they realized.

Cate Tynan documents the experiences of women trying to find the perfect wedding dress, and how getting prepared for their wedding made them realize more about themselves than they realized.

For generations, Bessie Swain has taught individuals in New England how to weave. Heather Walker speaks to Swain about her craft.

With an interest in firearms from a young age, Monty Washburn began making guns for himself. Laurie Astrowsky and others document Washburn's interest in guns and the work that goes into crafting one.

As the spiritual leader of the Penobscots, Senabeh believes he must make a last stand alongside his peoples. Pamela Wood speaks to Senabeh about how he defines his lonely Indianhood.

Andrea Downs and Cynthia Pinkham highlight the life of Cecil Kelley, a fisherman from Jonesport. Kelley shares several of his stories as well.

Getting up at 5 o'clock every morning for the past two summers, Anne Pierter is a bait girl on a lobster boat. Anne Pierter documents her experience working on a lobster boat.

As Indian culture begins to move away from traditions, Madas Sapiel speaks on what life used to be like in Penobscot. Sheryl Lane documents the changes that have started within the Penobscot Indian tribe.

Front cover for the September 1994 Salt Magazine.