In the 1800's, it was tradition for individuals sailing around Cape Horn to receive a small gold earring. Robin McGahey documents how one of these gold earrings belonged to the grandfather of Edith and Ethel Furbish.

Short write ups with information on Salt alumni.

Table of contents for the Salt 2007-2008 Magazine.

As big summer hotels begin to die away, one in Kennebunk still remains. Nancy Segal explores the Colony Inn in Kennebunk to see why it is still successful.

Amy Toensing captures the work and living conditions of migrant workers in Limestone, Maine.

Despite the challenges facing dairy farmers, the Russell family fights to keep their farm going. Anna Hoberman documents the lives of the Russell family and their work on their dairy farm in Litchfield.

During the winter at Biddeford Pool, one of the few boats in the wharf is the De-Dee-Mae, a lobstering boat. Herb Baum and others document the work Marshall Alexander does a lobsterman during the winter.

James Hixon discusses the life of Antoinette Pezet, a minister for Circle of Hope Church, and transsexual woman. Pezet speaks about her experiences as a transsexual, entering into the ministry, and her family.

Andrea Silenzi highlights the final weeks of Laurie Williams, a woman who suffers from Lou Gehrig's Disease, and considers herself to be a witch. Emily Bender captures the final days of Williams' life.

At Piper Shores retirement community in Scarborough, Maine, some seniors choose to spend their leisure time in intellectual pursuits. Rachel Hurn speaks to residents at Piper Shores to understand the educational opportunities that are offered to senior citizens within the community.

In order to reach a younger and more cosmopolitan audience, a group of young entrepreneurs have started to re-image the identy of Maine through clothing and food. Sara Franklin documents how three brands are curating their image to capture the ethos of Maine.

Table of contents for November 1985 Salt Magazine.