Nantahala National Forest

The Murphy U.S. Forest Service headquarters for the Tusquitee District of the Nantahala National Forest. Bob Vance/Contributed photo

The Murphy U.S. Forest Service headquarters for the Tusquitee District of the Nantahala National Forest. Bob Vance/Contributed photo

Column: Tusquitee district was where the water dogs laughed

Body When one comes into our hometown, there are indicators that tell the location such as highway numbers, a “Welcome to North Carolina” sign, “Murphy City Limits” on steel post, maybe even 35.0876° N,