Exploring the Oldest Mast General Store: A Step Back in Time in Western North Carolina

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🎥 IN THIS EPISODE → Join us as we explore the oldest Mast General Store located in Valle Crucis, a true gem in Western North Carolina! 🏞️ In this video, we'll take you on a journey back in time as we wander through the aisles of this historic store, showcasing its unique charm and timeless appeal. 🕰️ From old-fashioned candy to outdoor gear. 🍬🥾 Don't miss this opportunity to experience a piece of Americana that has stood the test of time. So, grab your walking shoes and let's step back in time together! 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more exciting adventures in Western North Carolina and beyond! 📹🌟
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@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

We did ask the management to share some of the history with us on camera for you guys but they declined. Thank you for all the comments!

@willielarimer7170 4 ай бұрын

When I was there I asked about the old calendar if it was for sale because it was from my dad's hometown, there was a good sandwich shop across the street that must have closed because of covid

@kendrasmith6637 Жыл бұрын

I love the old general stores... so fun to see this. Thanks for taking us along too... God bless ... Big T is such a cute pup :)

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

We do too Kendra! Appreciate you coming along for this adventure. Big T says hi!!

@kareng3847 Жыл бұрын

Oh thank you for the memories ❤❤❤!!!

@jaymejohnson2375 Жыл бұрын

I love this! Really takes me back! I lived in an old town in the south growing up and we had a similar store/gas station near our house and loved to walk down there with my sisters or dad and get candy from the glass case and a cold coca cola in a glass bottle! My parents didn't buy us 6 kids soda, so it was a special treat! And those old toys! ❤Thanks for these videos. Always so comforting watching both of you

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

What a great memory Jayme - thank you for sharing.

@champ7258 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for showing my wife and I all God's beautiful creations. God bless you and your family.

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching so much.

@ms.tep_ Жыл бұрын

I love these old General Stores. You two always go to the neatest places. Love the Signage. I always like hearing the creaks in the wooden floors in these places too. Makes you know that you are in an old store. I enjoyed seeing the candy and toys that they offered. Always brings back good memories of growing up. Thank you so much for making these videos showing places that I will most likely never get to see. I have never cared for Moon Pies, but you made me want a NEHI orange soda yet once again! Lol Cheers! Wish you had shown us ladies the sandals that you bought Karen. Poor Big T. I hope he feels better! There is Miss Karen checking out the earrings again. LOL 😆Hope you have a great rest of your week Mike & Karen. 💗

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing Tawna. Like you we really enjoy looking around the general stores. Have a great week!

@diamondbackking4141 Жыл бұрын

Hello Tawna....

@ashleys_sadness Жыл бұрын

❤

@carolinaprepper6603 Жыл бұрын

have not seen one since lived in Cola SC. nice clothes. still have a few pieces over 10 yrs old. quality never goes out of style. the candy is great. nice gift items

@bluebutterfly841 Жыл бұрын

Y’all are the sweetest couple. Enjoy you sharing your trips with us. We miss our annual 2 trips to the mountains. Hubby still recovering from 2 back surgeries 11 weeks ago. 🙏 MRI next week. Needs nerve surgery down legs. Praying 🙏 for Big- T to feel better Karen enjoy this Mothers Day weekend. Gods Blessings to you both.

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind comment and will be praying for a full recovery. Hoping to see you in the mountains soon. 🙏 God bless.

@stevenannett1739 Жыл бұрын

Man oh man that candy table is still making my teeth hurt ,,but you were right , a ton of memory's

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment Steve.

@rickmoro705 4 ай бұрын

Honeymooned in Western NC in 92 a sliver of my heart is still there. Would love to retire there. No better feeling than in the hills of NC 💗🌄

@kathybaker6798 11 ай бұрын

Very interesting thanks for sharing

@Wanda-dh6gn Жыл бұрын

That was so awesome! Seeing all the things from the pass nothing like axcold soda pop in a bottle.

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment Wanda.

@toddventure Жыл бұрын

😊❤️

@Kandy77788 Жыл бұрын

I bought my grandson those rock em sock em robots and he loved them!! 😊😊😊 thanks guys!! Enjoyed it!!😎😎

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

So much fun back in the days!

@pammiedoodle8693 Жыл бұрын

What a cool old store! I think I could spend hours in there😊 Thanks for sharing!

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure and thanks for watching Pammie.

@lonnien.clifton1113 Жыл бұрын

THAT WAS A GOOD ONE YALL. LOVE FROM LONNIE IN NORTH CAROLINA

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Hi Lonnie! Appreciate the comment so much.

@CindyYr11 Жыл бұрын

I throughly enjoyed this video and I know that I couldn’t leave the store without a BIG Purchase! No background music needed as the natural sound of the cracking,creaking wooden floor and staircase can not be duplicated! I been to the store in Waynesville, NC. I wish I knew about these too. Have many old tins from Charlie’s Chips, relative worked there in York, Pa. for the longest time until they shut down operations. Big bag of popcorn for a $1.00! Wow😊. How was the Smarties?

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Good!

@jerlynhill4074 Жыл бұрын

They sells Life is good tee shirts and caps you will love them

@bluebutterfly841 Жыл бұрын

I always buy Life Is Good. Tee shirts PJ and bags. They give to 10% to the Handicap kids. Our daughter passed that had heart issues.

@bonniekaye Жыл бұрын

*Awesome video!* *A trip down memory lane!* 🙂👍❤️❤️❤️

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Thank you Bonnie!

@bonniekaye Жыл бұрын

@@FridaysForever You're welcome ❤️

@jimfowler1514 Жыл бұрын

Enjoying my virtual road trips with you fine folks! Thank You again!

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@paulws58 Жыл бұрын

I really love that ole general store.

@keithsnow Жыл бұрын

been there many times, there is also a very nice little park on the river about behind the store...Valle Crucis is a gem....the high country is picture perfect...so lovely....

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing Keith.

@jeffdickens7019 Жыл бұрын

Mike and Karen hope you all are doing well love these old general stores I remember as a kid going in these with my mother nothing better then a good old nehi Orange and a moon pie or RC these stores bring back so many memories take care God bless

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

All is well Jeff. Appreciate you sharing the memories with us. God bless.

@will4gzus Жыл бұрын

That store has a bit of everything, very nice!

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

It really does.

@jimmyjohn837 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for putting this video up for us to watch. This is probably my favorite of all your videos.

@sheilawillis490 Жыл бұрын

We just got home from PF, Cherokee and Bryson City yesterday....rode GSMRR and got to watch all the elk in Cherokee....the air is so fresh up there...💜😊💚

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

That's awesome Shelia! Thank you for sharing with us .

@acecalzadilla6878 3 ай бұрын

been there several times when I visit from Florida. Stay in my sister in laws cabin up in devils' mountain. Very cool store kids love the candy.

@teresacantrell7400 Жыл бұрын

Praying Big T feels better. 🥲🙏

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Thank you he is feeling better. 🙏

@tammeebuchanan5934 Жыл бұрын

Hello! So I happened upon your channel tonight and I am so glad! You 2 are so sweet! I live about 45 miles away from Valle Crucis ! Next time you all are in Western NC you should hit the Blue Ridge Parkway and ride up to Mt Mitchell or if you are this way in June you could go to the very very small town of Bakersville which is nestled right underneath the Roan Mountain! In June, when all the rhododendron are blooming it’s absolutely gorgeous and the Appalachian trail goes thru there as well! Bakersville has a rhododendron festival one weekend in the month of June to celebrate the beautiful rhododendron! Love your videos and I’m looking forward to seeing more of you all! God bless ❤

@olafpamela Жыл бұрын

Thanks for bringing back great memories of some of our old stores squeaky floors🥰 Hey Big T🤗🐾 Thanks for sharing your adventures 🤗 God bless

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure and thanks for watching Pamela. God bless and Big T says hi.

@makitaman60 6 ай бұрын

Ran across your videos, love them. my Dad's old stooping grounds. When you went to burnsville nc , should have turned down pensacola rd and drop to sharp to road..Can't imagine my dad's life as a kid up in these mountains. My eyes water just thinking about how it must have been. As hard as it was, I have to say it's a better life than today.

@FridaysForever 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the comment and for sharing the memories.

@billyhayes7080 Жыл бұрын

hey im here better late than never thaks

@ATJHTRAVELS Жыл бұрын

Superfundiferous sledgehammered that like button sharing out full watch stay safe and blessed

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@jerlynhill4074 Жыл бұрын

You are going to love the stores , the candy store first and then the main store with the porch, and lastly the one in Boone, enjoy your self,

@toddandjensadventures3005 Жыл бұрын

Nice place , love the old general stores

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the comment Todd & Jen!

@tonylinkous7940 Жыл бұрын

Where is this located, we love these old stores. There's one in Granville we love to go to.

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Hi Tony! It's in Valle Crucis NC near Banner Elk. We are hoping to make it to Granville soon.

@skippyjones4195 Жыл бұрын

Hey guys just love those old stores ok love you guys Take Care ❤️🙏🏻✌️👍

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

We do too Skippy! God bless🙏

@meltcmelinda4012 Жыл бұрын

Waving at ya Big T, hope you are feeling better. I did enjoyed the drive and quiet places of Western NC. That Mast store seemed huge and I wanted a tasting of all the goodness held inside. Different items stirred my memories back to childhood. I earned 25 cents a week for my allowance which went a long way in the 50s. My collie dog and I would ride my bike about four miles to the country store to just buy a bottle drink and some candy. Then we’d ride back, him running along side me heading home. Thank you for your unwavering love and caring for your viewers. God bless and keep you and special prayers for Big T.

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Big T says hi to Mel!! What great memories on your bike with your dog along. The good ole days!! Big T is feeling better. God bless. 🙏

@vickieengland7947 Жыл бұрын

That was an awesome store. Thank you for showing us and taking us through. you guys. Go to some of the most interesting places. Thanks for sharing.

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Appreciate the comment Vickie.

@DreamingOutloudRVing Жыл бұрын

Great video guys. Love those old country stores. Thanks for sharing.

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Thank you guys so much!

@diamondbackking4141 Жыл бұрын

That camper is growing on me.... thanks again for memories of childhood in those old country general stores!!! Great memories!!!

@moosetracks1 Жыл бұрын

We sell those big smarties where I work at. I work at Dollar General. Give Big T kisses for me wishing him well and home he feels better.

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure and thanks so much for watching.

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

We sure will and thanks so much.

@taradalmatianshaver6828 Жыл бұрын

A very nice store. Wow! What amazing selections at the two places. Thank you for taking us along.

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Thank you for leaving us a comment.

@taradalmatianshaver6828 Жыл бұрын

@@FridaysForever you are welcome 💖

@ericalay9082 Жыл бұрын

hope big t gets feeling better will be praying for him

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the prayers and he is feeling better.

@helenguilford7510 Жыл бұрын

I love the Mast General Store. My husband and I have been to all of them except for Roanoke and Greenville. They have the best mark downs on clothing and shoes.😊

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing Helen. They are so fun to visit and in just about every Western NC town now.

@randallw1977 Жыл бұрын

Spring Hope hasn't had a general store since the owner of the corner one passed away in '18.

@carlavision6143 Жыл бұрын

Mike and Karen, really enjoyed your video! Thought you'd get an RC to go with your Moon pie. I've never had an RC and Moon pie. Beautiful old country stores and beautiful scenery! Thank you, Mike and Karen for taking me along with you! Those candy cigarettes don't taste like they used to back in the good old days! I miss the candy from the good old days. Hope and pray Big T is feeling better soon. Love y'all and God Bless!❤️

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Hi Carla - we decided on just one drink that we would both enjoy so Nehi Orange hit the spot. Big T is feeling better. Thank you! God bless.

@carlavision6143 Жыл бұрын

@@FridaysForever I love Nehi orange too but, don't see it around anymore. You're welcome!

@amberbryant8141 Жыл бұрын

Same today we go visit Hendersonville town. Mast General store buy drinks, candy and some cute things. Wow first time try taste Cheerwine so good and love it. 🫶🏻 My favorite orange’n cream so good. Yes I saw it about your favorite orange drink. Thank You sharing your video. 🫶🏻💕 (PS.) today I buy get one mega smarties lollies too. My favorite Smarties candy too. ❤

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the comment Amber. Enjoy!!

@csnanny1882 Жыл бұрын

I would like to visit that store and have a drink out of the coke machine. The Nehi has its own neat taste. Thanks for taking us to a store that most of us have never been, love those moon pies.

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment.

@bonniekaye Жыл бұрын

❤️🐕❤️

@miker9043 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing guys ! we haven't been there so we will check it out this fall , looks cool ! appreciate the videos !

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure Mike. Great place to visit!

@ginamaria2579 Жыл бұрын

That was fun, have a blessed weekend . Can’t wait to see what you guys are up to next 🤗💕

@annhowell9686 Жыл бұрын

So cool! It looks just like one we had as a child growing up.

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Thank you Gina. God bless.

@paulettebrochet2011 Жыл бұрын

Just watched and really enjoyed your Vallee Crucis visit. Would love to see more in this area. Planning on visiting in the Fall. Hope to stop in the Mast General store.

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

It's a beautiful area close to Banner Elk NC.

@frankcastle3971 Жыл бұрын

I love this store I stopped at the one in Asheville. My kids love stores like this especially the small little towns we stopped in NC. If you guys love small town vibes you need to check out Hendersonville, NC such a beautiful small little town.

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing Frank. We have a video in our library from Hendersonville - and enjoyed it.

@BarB2-90Nine 3 ай бұрын

Great Place filled wit many memories for y’ll . There was a Mast General Store in NC Boone or Sugar Grove ? Vilas, I think that’s were the one Old Mast Store might be

@FridaysForever 3 ай бұрын

Valle Crucis NC

@BarB2-90Nine 3 ай бұрын

I know there was an old one in Vilas ?

@solonutiket564 2 ай бұрын

While you are in the area, go to the general store in Helen, GA

@davidbrcoverland7469 Жыл бұрын

Mast General Store reminds me of Rabbithash General Store in Rabbithash, KY. It's an old timing store filled with interesting items of times gone by and general supplies. It's not as large as Mast, not even close, but the reason I bring up Rabbithash is because of its unusual mayor. To qualify for mayor of this wonderful small town, you must have fur. Yes, I said that right, fur. The mayor of Rabbithash is a dog. Every election year the dogs of the town run for the distinction of that fine office. This is not a novelty, the pouch that is elected is officially mayor. If you guys moved to Rabbithash, only Big T would qualify. You may run into the mayor at the general store hanging out on the porch or inside by the stove. The dogs of the town are treated much like people, just hanging out were they please. It's always a nice place to visit and if you're lucky, you may get the opportunity to pet the mayor.

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

How interesting! If we are in this area we will stop in. Thank you for sharing.

@bonniekaye Жыл бұрын

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@sh-hh4ws 2 ай бұрын

I came here in May 2022.

@aniken6877 Ай бұрын

Feels like I’m in Red Dead a bit.

@reneebarrow4697 Жыл бұрын

Wow. I really loved this place. A lots to look at. I would be in there for hours. Love the creaking floors. So sorry that my man, Big T, has not been feeling well. 😞 Hugs and kisses to you, buddy. 🤗 😘 Feel better soon. ❤️ Thanks for sharing. I loved it. Have fun, be safe, and God Bless. ❤️ P.S. I need information on your merch. What is the difference between a classic tee, a comfort tee, and a premium tee? The description doesn't really explain it. If it's too much to explain, maybe explain it in one of your videos or around the campfire. Thank you. Thank you very much. 😁

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the comment Renee. Big T is feeling better. Our merch is outsourced at the present time so let us check into this a bit more and get back to you sometime. We might do a video explaining our merch sometime so good idea.

@robertgriffin5901 Жыл бұрын

Did you guys eat at Over Yonder? It's right across the road.

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

We saw it Robert but didn't try it this time. Hopefully next time. Do you like it?

@jenniferbarnes1053 Жыл бұрын

Bye Big T

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Big T says hi to Jennifer!

@haroldmetzger3534 Жыл бұрын

Charles chips, not Charlies. Used to have home delivery.

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Correction noted

@doristaylor6684 Жыл бұрын

Any Rv campsites around close by? Would love to visit there. Doug Doris Chattanooga Tennessee

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Hi Doug & Doris. We will be checking into the camp opportunities soon and hopefully staying in the area. Stay tuned.

@blazinggazelle6957 Жыл бұрын

A most enjoyable adventure into the history of North Carolina. Another great day out on the road.

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the comment.

@cindyhurley9786 3 ай бұрын

go to south toe nc burnsville

@kewl851 Жыл бұрын

what kind of van are yall driving? Its very nice.

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Winnebago Travato 59G

@kewl851 Жыл бұрын

@@FridaysForever the color of the seats is fabulous.

@jimb96828 Жыл бұрын

I am a native born and raised Hillbilly ( which no one can call me because of political correctness, I am an Appalachian American to then ) but there is only ONE the others are wannabes.

@douglaslucas7612 Жыл бұрын

I used to go in the 70s. The whole valley cruses has been ruined and destroyed.

@BarB2-90Nine 3 ай бұрын

You be surprised what the North South East West say but I don’t want to be anything but myself .

@melindadrake5196 Жыл бұрын

So where is this store

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

Valle Crucis NC

@the1brod2 6 ай бұрын

The title made me watch. I paused the video and walked behind my bar to examine a MAST thermometer that I had for at least 50 years. Sure enough, it was from the same store in Valle Crucis, NC.

@marksears1124 Жыл бұрын

Like your videos , but, why so old. No leaves even on the trees. Ours are all out in Michigan.

@FridaysForever Жыл бұрын

We both work full time Mark - sometimes our vids run several weeks behind. Enjoy the trees!!

@xe3uq 2 ай бұрын

Cracker Barrel copied Mast-or is it the other way around?? I think we all know…..

@douglaslucas7612 Жыл бұрын

Not what it used to be.. the area has been overrun by outsiders, development has destroyed the watuaga river. , The staff doesn't know the history of the area or the store, the low wooden Bridges are gone, dirt roads gone and open views with no houses. Watch where the lillies bloom. It was filmed in the store but the staff have never heard of it. The stove is still there. I never go now.. the new city people ruin it.

@douglaslucas7612 Жыл бұрын

The staff are about as country as Joe Biden