A Fork in the Road

Let's visit Soldier of the Sea Distillery in Comer, Ga., where Marine veteran Mark Davis crafts unique whiskeys, some infused with local honey from his beekeeper wife Jennifer, while honoring the armed forces and revitalizing the town. Discover how their passion for distilling, housed in a historic building, blends art and science to create exceptional spirits and promote the local community and Georgia's agricultural bounty.

Journey to Rabun County, Georgia, to explore the Lake Burton Fish Hatchery and uncover the fascinating science behind cultivating trout for the state's rivers and lakes. Learn from trout stocking coordinator John Lee Thompson about the intricate life cycle within the hatchery and its vital role in supporting both ecological balance and angling opportunities in Georgia.

Nestled in the rolling hills of Dahlonega, Red Oak Lavender Farm is home to more than 20 varieties of lavender, thriving against the odds in Georgia’s clay soil. Host David Zelski explores how founder Tina Duffy turned a love of fragrance into a flourishing family farm—and a destination that smells as good as it looks.