Out at Wood Island at four in the morning, Lester Orcutt is ready to start his daily routine of dragging. Herbert Baum III joins Orcutt has he drags to learn about this fishing method and the work draggers perform.

For nearly half a century, Ken Campbell has been caulking boats. Carl Young speaks to Campbell about getting into the trade and the work that goes into repairing a boat.

In towns of any size it is valuable to have a working fire department in case of emergencies. Amanda Cross discusses the daily lives of firefighters who work for the Acton Volunteer Fire Department and their experiences being firemen.

Candlepin bowling, which is unique to New England and the Maritime Provinces, offers a different way to experience bowling. Jason McCray explores the inner working of Good Time Lanes in Lisbon Falls, speaking to patrons and owners of the bowling alley.

Brendan Moore explores the culture of independent film making in Maine, speaking to filmmakers and discussing films.

As potters, Bob and Lou Lipkin craft and create different kinds of ceramic objects. Tracy Pinkham highlights the work the Lipkin's do with ceramics in their studio.

Pamela Wood speaks about tourism as a double edged sword in Maine, and how it is impacting the state in the 1980s.

List of Salt alumni from 1972-2003.

For nearly 60 years, Maria Gollaros has worked in the fabric mills of New England. Deborah Garvin highlights Gollaros' life as a Greek immigrant and how she uses her Greek traditions in Maine.

Living in a trailer in the Maine woods, Donna and Clyde Brown are loggers. Chris Dardaris captures their lives in the woods.

Readers write in response to the Salt Book.

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