Your Child’s First Hunting Trip: What You Should Know

From each generation to the next, we are continuously reminded that technology is beginning to dominate our world. However, it is important to teach our children that there is more to life than Angry Birds and Netflix. With that said, hunting is a great tradition to pass from one generation to the next. It gets kids outside. it promotes fitness. And quite frankly, it promotes … Continue reading Your Child’s First Hunting Trip: What You Should Know

Capturing the Beauty of the Brugmansia

Spring has sprung, and it’s time for the trees and flowers to return to the full beauty that nature intended.  South Georgia is one of the best places to experience the seasons, as locals are able to see everything from plants in full bloom to bare trees and falling leaves. The Brugmansia plant is a flowering plant that, at one time, was native to all … Continue reading Capturing the Beauty of the Brugmansia

The Natural Wonders of Grand Bay

In a nutshell, nature is amazing; plants, animals, and natural creations are such a beautiful part of our everyday lives.  And for enthusiasts in South Georgia, there is a special place where the wonders of the wetlands can be explored at will. Located about 10 miles north of Valdosta, Grand Bay is a partnership between the Wildlife Resources Division and the Coastal Plains Regional Educational … Continue reading The Natural Wonders of Grand Bay

Renee Moss: A Triathlete, In and Out of Competition

For those familiar with the triathlon, it is known that the events are twofold.  On one hand, successful competition takes a great deal of preparation, determination, and effort.  On the other, the end results, including personal health and the building of bonds and relationships, cannot be measured by finish times or mileage. Thomasville resident and 12-year triathlete Renee Moss has taken her love of remaining … Continue reading Renee Moss: A Triathlete, In and Out of Competition

Summertime Pool Safety: Five Quick Tips

It’s about that time: the summer is here, and along with it come the excruciatingly hot and humid temperatures of South Georgia.  For those that are familiar with these brutal months, two options present surefire ways to beat the heat of local summers: stay inside, or find a nice refreshing pool to cool yourself off. The water is always a wonderful alternative, and many will … Continue reading Summertime Pool Safety: Five Quick Tips