Gulf Coast Buzz (June 20 - July 3, 2014)

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14 DAYS In-depth Baldwin County calendar and live music listings in every issue!

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Our specialized surgery helped Michelle get cooking again.

Michelle’s menstrual symptoms were so severe, she says she was “a shut-in at least seven days every month.” That made life difficult for this busy mom of three who operates her own catering business. “Thank goodness for the robotic-assisted hysterectomy at South Baldwin Regional Medical Center,” said Michelle. “The incisions were tiny and healed fast. I was able to cater an event after just two weeks. Having this procedure is the best thing I’ve ever done for myself. I would tell any woman with symptoms like I had to find out about the surgery. It changes your life.” To learn more about surgical services at South Baldwin Regional Medical Center, visit SouthBaldwinRMC.com/SurgicalServices.

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Understanding the risks and benefits of each treatment can help you make the best decision for your individual situation.

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Letter from the editor

Your 14-day guide to fun, food and entertainment

In the next 14 days, there aren’t a lot of huge events to attend, but there is still plenty to do in Baldwin County. Throughout this issue of the Gulf Coast Buzz, you’ll find ideas for things to do and places to visit — host a crawfish boil, take your kids to a splash pad, play disc golf, enjoy an outdoor movie or go outside and observe some of our diverse wildlife.

It’s the peak season for so many of our favorite vegetables on the Gulf Coast, including famous Baldwin County sweet corn. Try staying in and cooking a delicious meal made with local vegetables.

Something dear to my heart spotlighted in this issue is volunteering. There’s nothing quite like the feeling you get after devoting your time and talents to something that makes a difference in your community — and did you know studies show volunteering regularly is good for your health?

As always, don’t forget about our 14-day calendar and live music listings as well as our informative beer, wine, boating, hunting and book columnists.

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Photo by Jill Clair Gentry

ABOUT THE COVER Four-year-old Jacob Klotter practices some cool moves at the splash pad at the Eastern Shore Centre in Spanish Fort. Splash pads are located all over the county and are free to use.

For more information about local splash pads turn to on page 6.

Lifestyles editor

Look for us submissions I In all five Gulf Coast Newspapers: The Baldwin Times, The Independent, The Foley Onlooker, The Islander and The Courier

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WHAT’S INSIDE

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COVER STORY Splash Pads Beat the heat. 6

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Disc Golf Try these three Baldwin County courses. 12

LIFESTYLES Editor Jill Clair Gentry

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Independence Day Celebrations in Baldwin County. 13

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Gumbo Key Discover the Island’s newest town. 20

Culturally Speaking Daphne’s Farm and Art Faire. 19

ContributoRS

Chase Brown Tina Covington Dragonfly Photography Scott Gentry Caroline Harris Jon Robitaille Lindsay Schumacher

The Buzz on the Coast 14 Days, our comprehensive calendar. 15

Outdoor movies See three great flicks. 22

GIVING BACK Volunteering Tips to get started. 29

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Destiny Brown Cathy Higgins Eric Mann Cliff McCollum John Mullen John Underwood Allison Woodham

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Free Family Fun Three free upcoming events. 14

DESIGN AND LAYOUT Paige Renka

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Herping hints Explore Baldwin’s biodiversity. 31

FAMILY FUN

Your guide to fun, food and entertainment on the Gulf Coast.

Publisher Sudie Gambrell

WHERE TO GO

Local Live Music Baldwin County music listings. 26

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ALL ABOUT FOOD Chew On This Host your own crawfish boil. 8 Sweet Corn Fun facts, plus how to make your own corn fritters. 23 Tastings The other 10 percent. 24 Growlers: draft beer to go. 24

OUTDOORS Summer Sailstice Celebrate sailing. 10 Aiming and angling Alabama: a sportsman’s paradise. 11

advertising Jeniece Bouzan Brad Day Pat Johnson Frank Kustura Debbie Wright

books/games Between the pages What are you reading? 25 Puzzles Test your brain. 30

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The Tanger Outlet, on Highway 59 in Foley operates its “water fountain” splash park area during normal business hours, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Visit tangeroutlet.com/foley.

Gulf Shores

Pelican Place at Craft Farms on Gulf Shores Parkway operates a splash pad located in its center court. Contact Pelican Place at 251-968-3638 for hours and days of operation.

Robertsdale

Beginning its third season of operation at the entrance to Garrett Park on Pennsylvania Street, Robertsdale’s splash pad operates daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Visit Robertsdale.org.

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Welcome to

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Eastern Shore Centre Splash Pad — Spanish Fort

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Kids Park Splash Pad — Bay Minette

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Located just south of Pioneer Park on Northwest First Street, the park is open from April through Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily during peak summer hours. Visit summerdalealabama.com.

Spanish Fort

The Eastern Shore Centre, located off of Alabama Highway 181 at Interstate 10 in Spanish Fort, is open to the public during normal business hours, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Monday through Saturday and from noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Visit easternshorecentre.com.

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Crawfish boils: good food, community and a culinary adventure

How many pounds of crawfish do I need?

By Jill Clair Gentry Lifestyles editor

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The generally accepted amount is three to five pounds per person.

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grew up in central Georgia, far from the Gulf of Mexico. We drove down to the beach once a year and feasted on oysters, shrimp and crab claws, but until I became a local, I never experienced the joys of a crawfish boil. It started with shrimp boils when we first moved down — they were fun — but I soon discovered there's something extra special about using crawfish instead of (or in addition to) shrimp.

Some people will disagree with me. “Crawfish are so much work for so little meat.” “Crawfish are dirty.” “I don't like getting the live ones.” “There's gross looking stuff in there.”

Those same reasons other people stay away from crawfish are the reasons I love them. It's a ritual. It's cultural. It's a rite of passage if you want to call yourself a resident of the Gulf Coast. Plus, what other dinner allows you to stand around in the backyard for a few hours and then eat with your hands off of a newspaper-covered table?

What kind of seasoning is best?

My personal favorite is any brand of powdered boil seasoning. I've tried using the concentrated liquid and the kind that come in bags, but they just don't make it spicy enough, in my opinion.

Preparing the crawfish

Dump the crawfish into a cooler and rinse them several times, until water is clear. Discard any dead crawfish.

Timing

Potatoes and seasoning need to be added first. Allow the potatoes to boil for 5 to 7 minutes and then add the any other vegetables and the sausage and let them cook for 5 more minutes. Then, dump the live crawfish in the pot.

Cover and allow the water to return to a boil, and then cut off the heat. Let everything soak for about 30 minutes, or until the crawfish sink to the bottom of the pot.

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• Propane burner and tank • 5-gallon (or larger) pot • Cooler • Garden Hose • Newspaper • Table

Ingredients

The beauty of a crawfish boil is it is completely customizable. Use these ingredients or add your own twist. We do it differently every time.

• Sweet corn • Sausage • Lemon halves • Garlic • Red potatoes • Celery • Mushrooms • Bay leaves

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By Caroline Harris Director, Wind and Water Learning Center in Orange Beach

aturday, June 21 marks the 14th anniversary of Summer Sailstice, a global holiday celebrating sailing. Founded in 2001, Summer Sailstice is celebrated on the weekend closest to the summer solstice, connecting the global sailing community in a multifaceted and multi-location sailing holiday. Every year, Summer Sailstice unites more than 19,000 sailors all over the world — cruisers, racers and recreational — to celebrate and showcase life under sail. In 2013, the celebration grew to almost 4,900 sailboats racing, cruising and day sailing in 50 U.S. states and 40 countries.

For more information about Summer Sailstice, visit SummerSailstice.com.

The City of Orange Beach Wind and Water Learning Center is partnering with Sail Wild Hearts, a 53-foot catamaran sailboat, to celebrate the holiday. The crew of Wild Hearts has generously allowed the center’s current Sail Camp students to come aboard for a three-hour sail in the Gulf. Wild Hearts’ cruises are great fun for the whole family, and the boat has multiple departures each day. They lead adventure sails, which include kayaking, paddleboarding, and dolphin viewing as well as sunset cruises. Wild Hearts’ home berth is directly across the street from the Perdido Beach Resort.

Contact Wild Hearts at 251-981-6700 for reservations and more information.

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AIMING AND ANGLING

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labama is a dream for sportsmen because of its wide range of hunting species, extensive public hunting land and liberal hunting seasons and bag limits.

The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources are committed to the promotion and preservation of our state’s vast natural resources so they can be enjoyed for many years to come.

Their Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division provides up-todate, detailed information regarding public hunting land, hunting regulations, seasons and limits at OutdoorAlabama.com.

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Quick Reference: The Alabama Hunting Calendar

This is a general overview of hunting seasons. The exact dates are area and weapon specific. Visit OutdoorAlabama.com for current guidelines.

Annual Hunting Licenses: valid Sept. 1 – Aug. 31 each year Deer: mid November – late January (gun) / mid October – late January (bow) Turkey: mid March – late April Quail: mid November – late February Dove: early September – mid January Waterfowl: late November – late January (not including special seasons) Squirrel and rabbit: early October – late February Raccoon and possum: early September – late February Wild Hog: year-round

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WHERE TO GO

Play disc golf in three baldwin county s location John Mullen / Staff

By John Mullen

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ike flinging Frisbees? Like playing golf?

You should try frisbee golf.

Well, don’t call it that because the serious enthusiasts might take offense.

It’s actually disc golf, and you wouldn’t want to play catch with your pals with these hard little flyers. In Baldwin County, there are three places to try out this growing sport.

Just a few weeks ago on June 7, a national tournament came to the Graham Creek Nature Preserve’s 18-hole course and drew a big crowd.

Other courses are an 18-hole course in Fairhope and an eight-hole course in Orange Beach. The Orange Beach course was originally nine, but the big rains of April 29–30 washed out the basket nearest to Terry Cove.

The Fairhope course is on Greeno

Road at Fairhope Municipal Park. It is “relatively short, but difficult, especially in the woods and narrow fairways,” according to the Professional Disc Golfers Association website.

In Orange Beach, the course is on city property east of Sportsman Marina on the same plot as the city dog park. The PDGA website says the park, named Osprey Disc Golf Course, is a “well-maintained short course near the water with trees and no underbrush.”

The group says the Graham Creek course is “mostly open with some trees. Dual tee with small concrete slabs.”

if you go WHAT: Disc golf COURSE LOCATIONS: Fairhope Municipal Park course: 701 Volanta Ave., Fairhope; Graham Creek Nature Preserve course: Wolf Bay Drive, Foley; City of Orange Beach course: 27920 Canal Road, Orange Beach COST: Free, but you must buy your own discs FIND OUT MORE: Visit PDGA.com

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WHERE TO GO

Daphne’s Independence Day Celebration

The City of Daphne will host a Wet N Wild event before the fireworks display. Kids can play on inflatable water slides, eat hot dogs, drink lemonade and more. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket and some bug spray for the fireworks display.

I Wet N Wild event 5 – 8p.m., fireworks start at 9 p.m.; Trione Park I DaphneAL.com

July 4 Celebration at VFW Elberta

Activities for children, including water slides. An Elberta firetruck will be available for the children to explore.

I Children’s activities begin at 2 p.m., fireworks show starts at dusk; 24230 U.S. Highway 98

Fairhope Fireworks

I Music at 7:30 p.m., fireworks begin at 9 p.m.; Henry George Park and Fairhope Municipal Pier

Fort Morgan’s Salute to American Independence

Historical interpreters will conduct guided tours of the fort throughout the day.

I 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Fort Morgan, 110 State Highway 180 W., Gulf Shores I $7 for adults, $5 for seniors (65+) and $4 for children (6–12) I 251-540-7127; FortMorgan.org

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Gulf Shores Fireworks

I Carnival activities kick off at 6 p.m., fireworks begin at 9 p.m.; Gulf Shores Public Beach

72nd annual July 4 picnic at the Lillian Community Club

I Flag raising at 10:45 a.m., live music from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., 2 p.m. presentation of tuition grants to three high school seniors; Lillian Community Club, 34148 Widell Ave. I $9 for fried chicken lunch from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Free for children under 8 I 251-962-3366

Magnolia Springs Independence Day Parade and Celebration

I Parade will be at 11 a.m.; will proceed from Woodland Drive to Oak Street.

I Parade followed by an All-American hotdog lunch in front of the Magnolia Springs Volunteer Fire Department Firehouse.

Robertsdale Fireworks I 8:30 – 9 p.m.; Garrett Park

Summerdale Fireworks I 9 p.m., Summerdale Park

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By Eric Mann emann@gulfcoastnewspapers.com If your family is like my family, everything you do together has to be done on a budget. Trying to keep our three kids happy without draining our bank account is a task that my wife and I take seriously. If you do, too, try these fun and free events.

1. Wet N Wild Wednesday

Daphne’s Wet N Wild Wednesday is an event that your kids will love, and it is free! The city brings inflatable water slides, pools and more to Lott Park from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Wednesdays in June. The last Wet N Wild is June 25, so pack your kids’ swimsuits, some sunscreen and a towel and have a wet and wild time.

If you miss Wet N Wild on June 25, come out to Daphne’s annual July 4 celebration from 5–8 p.m. at Trione Park, where kids can play on inflatable water slides, eat hot dogs, drink lemonade and more before taking in a great fireworks show at 9 p.m.

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Check out these three free upcoming events in Baldwin County.

3. Spark a Reaction at Daphne Library

2. Music and a Movie

Foley’s “Music and a Movie” events are always awesome. Catch a movie and live music on Friday nights from 6–8 p.m. at Heritage Park. It’s free, and the June 27 movie is “The Goonies.”

Read more about “Music and a Movie” on page 22.

This free science workshop for teens is presented by the Gulf Coast Exploreum at the Daphne Public Library at 3 p.m. June 23. The Exploreum is known for its great science exhibits, so this event should be exciting.

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211 to reserve a spot for your teen.

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SATURDAY MGA “Bull Pen” at 8 a.m.

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Your guide to food, fun and entertainment ONGOING Coastal Alabama Farmers & Fishermens Market I Fridays 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturdays 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.; County Road 20, Foley I Free admission I CoastalAlabamaMarket.com; 251-943-1545 Moonlight Chasse’ Ballroom Dance Society No partner needed, cash bar and door prizes.

I First and third Mondays, 7 – 10 p.m.; Fitzpen Place, 11247 Alabama Highway 31, Spanish Fort I $10 for nonmembers, $7 for members, $5 for students with college ID I Facebook.com/MoonlightChasseBallroomDanceSociety; 251-377-4069; cassief13@aol.com

Learn about native snakes at Snake Encounters at Gulf State Park on Friday, June 27.

FRIDAY, June 20 Fairhope Camp The City of Fairhope will be partnering with coaches from Fairhope High School to offer summer activities for children. Activities include

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the buzz on the coast SummerTide Beginner Drama Camp Beginner Camp focuses on basic elements of theatre, such as story theatre, dance and music. There are no age restrictions for any of the camps; however, campers must be able to read and take direction.

Snacks are furnished each day.

Onsite registration will be available at 8 a.m. on the Tuesday session of each week’s camp, but space is limited and preregistration is encouraged.

I Through June 14; 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.; George C. Meyer Performing Arts Center, Gulf Shores I $100 per child, per camp I SummerTide.org; 251-968-6721 North Baldwin Chamber Second Annual Crawfish Bash I 4 – 7 p.m.; Southern Sass and Delta Outfitters, Bay Minette I NorthBaldwinChamber.com; 251-937-5565 Summer Luau Bash Make a splash for families in need.

Admission includes pizza and refreshments.

I 6 – 9 p.m.; Bay Minette City Pool I $7 I 251-580-1619; proverbsfoundation@yahoo.com SummerTide Theatre presents All Shook Up by Joe DiPietro Inspired by and features well-loved tunes from Elvis Presley. The production centers around a mysterious stranger who rides into a small, Midwestern town and teaches the residents about life, love and the power of rock and roll.

I Every Tuesday – Sunday through July 4; 8 p.m.; George C. Meyer Performing Arts Center, Gulf Shores I $15 – $20 I SummerTide.org;

Get your photo taken with screech owls at Gulf State Park Saturday, June 21.

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saturday, June 21 Market Days at the Chamber Antiques, homegrown produce, arts and crafts, kids’ activities, live music and lunch plates I 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.; North Baldwin Chamber of Commerce I Free admission; $15 per space for chamber members; $20 per space for nonmembers I 251-937-5665 Owl Fun Facts Have your photo taken with a screech owl.

I 10 a.m.; Gulf State Park Nature Center I $1 per vehicle to enter campground I 251-948-7275 Goo Goo Dolls with guests Daughtry and Plain White T’s I 7 p.m.; The Amphitheater at The Wharf I 251-224-1000

sunday, June 22

monday, June 23

Southern Gospel Singing Concert Concert with multi-talented singers and musicians. Song selections include traditional, classic, and old Southern Gospel favorites from yesteryear.

I 5 p.m.; Lillian First Baptist Church I Free admission I 251-962-2180

Alligator Slide Show Learn about the alligators of Alabama Gulf State Park.

I 10 a.m.; Gulf State Park Education Building I $1 per vehicle to enter the campground I 251-948-7275

“Counterfeit Lies” by Oliver North The explosive new thriller is a gripping, nonstop tale that could only be written by someone who has “been there, done that.”

Decorated U.S. Marine, syndicated columnist, and Fox News Channel host Oliver North will sign copies of “Counterfeit Lies.”

I 6 p.m.; Page & Palette I Free admission I 251-928-5295

Read It & Eat with Jenny Milchman Join us as we host suspense writer Jenny Milchman to sign copies of her latest novel, “Ruin Falls,” and to talk about what Shelf Awareness called “the world’s longest book tour!”

I Noon; Page & Palette I Free admission; Call the bookstore to reserve lunch for $10 I 251-928-5295 Exploreum Teen Science Workshop The workshop is guaranteed to “Spark a Reaction” and offer an exceptional science experience for teen participants. Early registration is encouraged. The Daphne Public

June 20 - July 3, 2014 Library Reading Program is sponsored by the Friends of Daphne Library.

I 3 p.m.; Daphne Library community room I Free admission I 251-621-2818 ext. 211; lyoungblood@daphneal. com

tuesday, June 24 SummerTide Advanced Drama Camp Beginner Camp focuses on basic elements of theatre such as story theatre, dance and music.

There are no age restrictions for any of the camps; however, campers must be able to read and take direction. Snacks are Preschool Painting Class workshops will take place at Coastal Art Center in Orange Beach on Wednesday, June 25.

GulfCoastNewsToday.com furnished each day. Onsite registration will be available at 8 a.m. on the Tuesday session of each week’s camp, but space is limited and preregistration is encouraged.

I Through June 28; 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.; George C. Meyer Performing Arts Center, Gulf Shores I $100 per child, per camp I SummerTide.org; 251-968-6721

wednesday, June 25 Preschool Painting Class Workshops for 4- and 5-yearolds. A minimum of five students is required per class.

An adult must stay

with the student during the entire workshop.

I 10 a.m. – noon; Coastal Arts Center at Orange Beach I $60 for the first child, $50 for additional siblings I 251-981-ARTS (2787); CoastalArtsCenter.com

thursday, June 26 Gulf Coast Exploreum Roadshow Explosions, messes and a whole lot of fun!

I 10 a.m.; Foley Civic Center I Free admission I 251-943-7665; FoleyLibrary@gmail.com

friday, June 27 Snake Encounters Learn all about native snakes and get your picture made with one.

I 1 p.m.; Gulf State Park Nature Center I $1 per vehicle to enter campground I 251-948-7275

saturday, June 28 Nature Time Learn new and exciting facts about some of the animals that live in Gulf State Park. This one-hour program is suited for people of all ages and allows you to get close and personal with some of the educational animals at the Nature Center.

• 10 a.m.; Gulf State Park Nature Center • $1 per vehicle to enter campground • 251-948-7275 The Olde Towne Daphne Art and Farm Faire I 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Downtown Daphne near City Hall I Free admission; $20 for a space to sell goods I 251-621-0659; daphne.art. center251@gmail.com

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City of

Robertsdale

2014 Summer Program BOYS FOOTBALL CAMP June 24-26 (Camp II) • 9am-12pm EXPLORING SCIENCE CAMP June 23-27 (Ages 6-9) • 9am-12pm June 23-27 (Ages 10-12) • 1pm -4pm SUPER HERO CAMP July 7-11 (Ages 6-9) • 9am-12pm COOKING AROUND THE WORLD CAMP July 7-11 (Ages 10-12) • 1pm-4pm BOYS BASKETBALL CAMP July 8-10 • 9am-12pm GIRLS SOFTBALL CAMP II (12 Years of Age and Over) July 8-10 • 9am-12pm GIRLS CHEERLEADER CAMP July 14-16 • 9am-12pm CITY LEAGUE COACHES AND PLAYERS CAMP (FOOTBALL) July 28-29 • 5:30pm-8pm

For More Info Call:

251-947-5467 or go to Website:

www.robertsdale.org 2014 REGISTRATION FORM (NO REGISTRATION FEE - FREE OF CHARGE) • Ages For Campers Range From 6-16 • Register For Camps At City Hall R’DALE FIELD HOUSE (SPORTS): 947-5467 CONTACT: COACH CAMPBELL Camper: Parent/Guardian: Emergency Phone Number: Please Check Which Size T-shirt for camper: YM Adult: S M L XL XX PLEASE CIRCLE WHICH CAMPS WILL BE ATTENDED: Girls Basketball Camp (11 Yrs & Under)

Girls Cheerleader Camp

Boys Football Camp

Exploring Science Camp (Ages 6-9)

Boys & Girls Tennis Camp

Exploring Science Camp (Ages 10-12)

Girls Softball Camp I (12 Years of Age & Under)

Super Hero Camp (Ages 6-9)

Boys Baseball Camp

Cooking Around the World Camp (Ages 10-12)

Boys & Girls Soccer Camp

Boys Basketball Camp

Dance Camp w/Mandy Moore (Ages 4-7)

Girls Softball Camp II (12 Years of Age & Over)

Dance Camp w/Mandy Moore (Ages 8-11)

City League Coaches & Players Camp (Football)

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the buzz on the coast Wind and Water Learning Center Kayak Class This workshop is a brief introduction to paddling a kayak.

Students are presented with basic information on dressing to paddle safely, potential hazards and simple rescues. A minimal paddle skill set is presented and practiced, allowing students to safely and comfortably maneuver on still water.

I 1 – 5 p.m.; Canal Road, Orange Beach behind the library I $65 I 251-981-2610; charris@cityoforangebeach.com Chris Warner Book Signing of “Saved at the Alabama-Florida Line” I 3 – 5 p.m.; Page & Palette I Free admission I 251-928-5295

Don’t miss the North Baldwin Crawfish Bash Friday, June 20.

Dragonfly Photography

thursday, July 3 St. Peter’s Episcopal Church Fish Fry Each plate includes Fried Mullet, Baked Beans, Potato Salad, slaw, iced tea and a delicious homemade dessert. Come relax and leave the

cooking and clean up to us.

I 5 – 7 p.m.; St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Bon Secour I $10 donation is requested per plate I 251-949-6254

Dierks Bentley I 7 p.m.; The Amphitheater at The Wharf I $33, $53, $64 I 251-224-1000

The City of

Robertsdale presents

Fri., July 4 • (beginning at dusk) • Garrett Park In case of rain we will move the event to Sat., July 5.

All City Offices Will Be Closed Friday, July 4!

Bring The Whole Family! Have A Safe & Happy Holiday!

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culturally speaking

Daphne to host Farm and Art Faire

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rt, fresh fruits and vegetables, kids activities and more will fill the streets of downtown Daphne June 28 during the first Old Towne Daphne Farm and Art Faire, presented by the Daphne Arts Center and the Daphne Downtown Redevelopment Authority.

“We're trying to do everything local — farmers, artists and restaurants,” says Kennard Balme, a member of the planning committee for the faire. “It will be fun for the family, The mural by Ameri’ca Jones is part of the downtown beautification project. “I’m a decendant and we're getting some really good of the Allegris and that was something I wanted to have in downtown Daphne,” she says. cooperation from the Old Towne Daphne businesses.” if you go The event will raise awareness for the Daphne Art WHAT: Old Towne Daphne Farm and Center, formerly the Bay Rivers Art Guild.

“This exposure for the arts center will help them get Art Faire more people involved in their classes,” Balme says. WHEN: June 28, 2014, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

“The idea is just to bring more artists and a sense of art WHERE: Downtown Daphne near City Hall WHAT TO DO: Purchase local art and produce, arts and crafts, to the community.”

The official art representing the faire is the mural “Al- face painting, guitar lessons, entertainment, raffle, local produce, baked goods, wine and beer tastings, live music, Daphne museum legri” by Ameri'ca Jones, which was painted in down- and local businesses will be open town Daphne to honor Daphne's Italian and agricultural FIND OUT MORE: Facebook.com/DaphneArtCenter heritage.

Coastal Arts Center Of Orange Beach

Digital Photography Workshop

FEATURING

Glass & Clay Artist Demonstrations Make-Your-Own Classes Available ~ Birthday parties, weddings and special events ~

7th – 12th grades

July 14- 18

Gallery Hours: M-F 9am – 4pm Sat 9am – 2pm

Pre-School Creative Workshop

In Painting 4 & 5 Year Olds

June 25

9am – Noon

10am-Noon

REGISTER ONLINE

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26389 Canal Rd. • Orange Beach, AL • 251-981-ARTS (2787)

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WHERE TO GO

the Island's newest town

By John Mullen jmullen@gulfcoastnewspapers.com

O

ne thing Mac McAleer believes in is having fun and watching others having fun as well. He does that every day at Homeport Marina and at LuLu’s, the successful restaurant and entertainment destination he developed with Lucy Buffett.

Soon, he’s set to be the mayor of Gumbo Key, a town he invented completely for fun.

“People have been asking me, ‘Just what is Gumbo Key?’’’ McAleer said. “I guess what it boils down to is a state of mind.”

Gumbo Key, McAleer explained, is wherever a floating barge he rents from Walter Marine shows up and plays music for a few hours.

On June 21, that place will be between Bird and Ono Island in Perdido Pass.

A frequently asked questions flyer on the Gumbo Key Facebook page answers the question “What if I don’t have a boat?”

The answer: “Find a friend with a boat, rent a boat, charter a boat and split the cost with a group. Where

there’s a will, there’s a way.”

The rules are simple, too. Let’s all get along and behave. Be safe and watch out for each other. Take care of this gorgeous place and leave only footprints.

“When the barge leaves and the crowd disappears, so does Gumbo Key,” McAleer said. “It is simply that. It’s mythical.”

if you go WHAT: Gumbo Key featuring musicians Wes Loper, Lee Yankie, Ryan Balthrop, Jon Cook and Kyle and Karl WHEN: Saturday, June 21, noon – 5 p.m.

WHERE: Near Bird Island in Perdido Pass COST: Free FIND OUT MORE: Facebook.com/GumboKey

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Wet Willie played on the Gumbo Key barge while The LuLu was sinking.

Mac McAleer, the mayor and inventor of Gumbo Key, describes it as a tropical, mythical place. The idea is to spread fun and joy as well as local music.

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Find Gumbo Key Gumbo Key will appear next on June 21 between Bird and Ono Islands in Perdido Pass.

#GumboKey

Rules of Gumbo Key 1. Keep trash off the islands.

Stow it in your boat and take with you when you leave.

2. Don’t leave footprints on interior sand dunes or fenced in areas.

3. Obey no-wake and no-motor zones. Idle or raise motor in shallow waters.

4. Have fun, be kind and enjoy.

WHERE TO GO

Outdoor movies: affordable family fun

By Cathy Higgins onlooker@gulfcoastnewspapers.com Looking for some family fun without a big price tag?

Several free outdoor flicks are coming up in Baldwin County.

Friday, June 20

“October Sky,” 8 p.m. at Heritage Park in Foley. Part of the city’s “Music and a Movie” series.

The evening begins at 6 p.m. with live entertainment provided by JR Owen with Cool RayZ, along with Sky bubbles and rocket races. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket and a picnic supper. Vendors will also have concessions available for purchase. Foley Heritage Park is in Historic Downtown Foley, located at the intersection of Alabama Highway 59 and U.S. Highway 98. For more information, call 251-943-130 or go to VisitFoley.org.

Saturday, June 21

“Her,” 1 p.m. at Foley Public Library in the meeting room on the second floor. Includes free movie, free soft drinks and free popcorn. Foley Public Library is located at 319 E. Laurel Ave., Foley. For more information, call the library at 251-943-7665 or visit FoleyLibrary.org.

Friday, June 27

“The Goonies,” 8 p.m. at Heritage Park in Foley. Part of the city’s “Music and a Movie” series. The evening begins at 6 p.m. with live entertainment provided by Cool Change, along with Hula Hoop and twist contests. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket and a picnic supper.

Vendors will also have concessions available for purchase.

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ALL ABOUT FOOD

n r o c t e e Sw If you've driven down a Baldwin County road recently, you've probably seen a sign advertising “Silver King Corn” or “Silver Queen Corn,” two common varieties of sweet corn grown in south Alabama. This area is famous for its propensity to grow some of the most delicious sweet corn in the country, and the peak season for the crop is right now.

We've all had sweet corn on the cob or creamed. Try this recipe for corn fritters to change it up a little. These sweet fritters can be served as breakfast, dessert or a side dish.

Did you know?

Most of the corn you see growing in fields is not sweet corn — it’s what farmers call “field corn.” This type of corn is not grown for human consumption like sweet corn. It is used to feed livestock or make other products like ethanol or corn syrup.

More than 98 percent of corn-growing land in the United States is used for field-corn production.

Ca We te r!

Corn fritters

Start to finish: 30 minutes Servings: 6 Ingredients • 3/4 cups all-purpose flour • 1 tablespoon sugar • 1 teaspoon baking powder • 2 whole eggs • 1/2 cup milk • 1 teaspoon kosher salt • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper • 4 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen or canned) • Canola oil, for frying Optional toppings • Powdered sugar • Maple Syrup

Preparation In a medium-sized bowl, mix flour, sugar and baking powder. Add eggs, milk, salt and cayenne pepper and stir until well blended.

Fold corn into batter.

Heat canola oil to 365 F and drop spoonfuls of batter into the oil and cook until both sides are golden brown.

Drain on a towel-lined plate and top with powdered sugar or maple syrup.

Magnolia Blossom Café 22667 Hwy 59 So., Robertsdale, AL 36567 Phone/Fax

251-945-2202

Thursday-Friday-Saturday

Specials

7:00am - 9:00pm Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner until 6pm Fresh Sandwiches & Panini

Made With Premium Boar’s Head Meat & Cheese

Donuts, Twists & Cinnamon Rolls Desserts Made Daily!

New Line of Cafe au lait and Cappuccino Gourmet Hot Chocolate

Reserve Our Deck For Your Birthday Party!

19452 Scenic Hwy. 98 • Fairhope Tues.-Sat. 7am-6pm • Sun. 7am-2pm Dine In or Take Out--We Deliver 251-517-0622 • www.TwoSistersBakeryandDeli.com

Family Hamburger, Homemade French Fries & Family Banana Split $5.99ea.

Blackened Catfish w/Crawfish Etouffee Sauce 2 Sides $14.99 Surf & Turf (8 oz. Filet & 1/2 doz. Shrimp) 2 Sides $15.99 Don’t forget our

Friday Night Seafood Buffet

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TASTINGS

I’ll take the other 10 percent Jon Robitaille

Beer/Wine Specialist at Cain’s Piggly Wiggly

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jrobitaille@cainsgrocery.com

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Ask someone where wine is produced in the United States and, rest assured, your answer will be California. In fact, California produces approximately 90 percent of all the wine made in the United States. So where is the other 10 percent produced?

Of course, the answer is everywhere else, but the state of Oregon represents a large portion of that 10 percent and is growing larger each year because of its international reputation for wine.

Oregon law requires that wines produced in the state must be identified by varietal and contain at least 90 percent of that variety. Oregon is most famous for its Pinot Noir and its Pinot Gris and is regarded as one of the premier Pinot-producing regions in the world.

2013 A to Z Wineworks Pinot Gris

• Aromas of honeysuckle, lemon zest, nutmeg and wet stone • Bright citrus fruit flavors and mineral notes • Ends crisp and clean with flavors of wet stone and jasmine green tea.

2013 Acrobat Pinot Gris

• Youthful wine and delicate upfront • Refreshing acidity with bright citrus notes complimented by green apple and a lingering minerality • Fermented in 100 percent stainless steel tanks

Growlers: draft beer to-go

By Scott Gentry gentrst@gmail.com

Find growlers here: Scott Ge nt

Attentive beer drinkers have likely noticed a new way of serving beer on draft — in growlers. Well, growlers aren’t really new, but it wasn’t until relatively recently that changes to Alabama law made it possible for bars and package stores to start selling beer in them.

Growlers have been around for a long time and are nothing more than glass bottles with resealable caps.

They’re used for serving draft beer for off-premise enjoyment, and this is particularly interesting to the craft beer drinker because many brews are not sold in Alabama in bottles or cans.

Typically, growlers have either a screw on cap or a swing top cap; the second option is preferable. When you purchase a growler of beer you pay a deposit, which is usually $5, for the growler itself. Then, once it is empty, you can bring it to any other place that fills growlers for a refill.

• Maggie’s Bottle and Tail, 25753 Canal Road, Orange Beach • Old 27 Grill, 19992 Highway 181, Fairhope • Uncorked Fine Wines and Spirits, 28825 B U.S. Highway 98, Daphne • Greer’s Market, 75 S. Section St., Fairhope • Windmill Market, 85 N. Bancroft St., Fairhope • Fairhope Brewing Company, 914 Nichols Ave., Fairhope

2011 Rex Hill Williamette Valley Pinot Noir

• Beautiful dark and brilliant burgundy red • Intense aromatics of wet stones, black cherries, ripe raspberries and tobacco • Firm ripe tannins and a rich texture characterizes the long finish

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what are you reading?

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Cliff McC ol

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Gulf Coast Buzz asked three people to recommend a book to our readers. Their selections are detailed below.

“This past Saturday, I picked up a used

paperback of Toni Morrison’s “Beloved” at a local library sale in Saraland. A Pulitzer Prize winner from 1988, it is one that I have always meant to read and simply never gotten around to. Not to mention, “Beloved” is one of the top 100 most-challenged classics of all time according to the American Library Association. Sounds like good reading to me!”

Recommended by Tracy Hall Spanish Fort Librarian

“Recently, I’ve been reading Jenny Lawson’s “Let’s Pretend This Never Happened.” It’s the story about her childhood growing up in Texas and a kind of amusing look at coming home again.

A great read that’s both touching and hilarious.”

“I recently finished reading “7: An Ex-

Director of Tourism and Special Events at Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce

Recommended by Jill Clair Gentry

Recommended by Liz Roberts Thomson

perimental Mutiny Against Excess” by Jen Hatmaker. It’s all about getting rid of toxic excess in seven areas of our lives — food, clothes, possessions, media, waste, spending and stress. Not only was this book eyeopening, but Hatmaker somehow takes a serious topic and makes it humorous. Watch out: this one might change your life!”

Lifestyles editor, Gulf Coast Newspapers

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live local music Karaoke

Daphne Top of the Bay Wednesday, Friday and Sunday at 9 p.m.

Foley Good Time Charlies every

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Compiled by Destiny Brown Email dbrown@gulfcoastnewspapers.com to update or add listings.

Tuesday at 10 p.m.

The Office Lounge every Wednesday at 8 p.m.

Ft. Morgan Behind the Pines Bar & Grill every Wednesday at 8 p.m.

Gulf Shores Tacky Jacks every Thursday at 5:30 p.m.

Mudbugs Thursday – Saturday at 8 p.m.

Pink Pony Pub every night at

Catch the Rez June 25 at Happy Harbor on the Line in Orange Beach.

9 p.m.

Orange Beach Island Times Daiquiri Bar every Thursday at 8 p.m.

Live Bait every night at 8 p.m.

The Undertow Wednesday – Friday at 9:30 p.m.

Happy Harbor on the Line every Wednesday at 6 p.m.

Open Mic

Fairhope American Legion 199 open guitar jams every Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m.

Courtyard 311 every Tuesday at 7 p.m.

The Gumbo Shack every Thursday at 6 p.m.

Foley The Office Lounge every Tuesday at 6 p.m.

Gulf Shores Tacky Jacks every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.

Orange Beach Happy Harbor the Mothership every Tuesday at 6 p.m.

Live Bait every Sunday at 8 p.m.

Perdido Key Flora-Bama every Monday at 6 p.m.

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live local music Trivia

Daphne Moe’s Bar B Que every Wednesday at 10 p.m.

Fairhope Fairhope Brewing Company every Thursday Ravenite Pizzeria Live Trivia every Tuesday, Live Sports Trivia every Wednesday Foley Good Time Charlies at 10 p.m.

FRIDAY, june 20

Fairhope Old 27 Grill Christina Christian Windmill Market Jimmy Lumpkin / Nick Talley Duo Gulf Shores The Hangout Mario Mena Band / Foxy Iguanas LuLu’s The Nashville Gang Tacky Jacks Charlie and Mel Orange Beach Baumhower’s Double D Bimini Bobs Greg Brown Compleat Angler Al & Kathy Happy Harbor Tips for Lucy Island Times Daiquiri Bar Sam Glass Band Live Bait Stellar Spanish Fort Bluegill Restaurant Brittany Grimes

SATurday, june 21

Daphne Top of the Bay Whyte Capps Fairhope Old 27 Grill Them Again /

Answers:

Puzzles on page 30

Grits n Pieces Windmill Market Eric Jones Foley The Office Lounge Top 40 / Hip

Dierks Bentley will perform at The Amphitheater at The Wharf July 3.

Hop DJ

Gulf Shores The Hangout Mojiles/ DJ Sremba LuLu’s The Nashville Gang Papa Rocco’s Smokey and Mark Tacky Jacks Barstool Surfers Orange Beach Ampitheater at The Wharf Goo Goo Dolls, Daughty and Plain White T’s Baumhower’s Destiny Brown Bimini Bobs Jerry Powell Compleat Angler Greg Brown Happy Harbor Ryan Balthrop Island Times Daiquiri Bar Turbo Crab Live Bait Stellar

SUNday, june 22

Fairhope Old 27 Grill Melissa Joiner Windmill Market Cane Pole South Gulf Shores Compleat Angler Destiny Brown The Hangout Jay Williams Band / The Perry Wall LuLu’s Blind Dog Mike and the Howlers Tacky Jacks Damien Lamb Orange Beach Baumhower’s Justin Forbes Bimini Bobs Tony Bowers

Happy Harbor Cowboy Johnson Spanish Fort Bluegill Restaurant Dale Drinkard Jr. / Splendid Chaos

MONday, june 23

Gulf Shores Big O’s Chase Brown The Hangout The Investment /

Ellux Furor LuLu’s Brent Burns Orange Beach Live Bait DJ J. Steven

TUEsday, june 24

Gulf Shores Big O’s Logan and Jennifer The Hangout Rhythm Intervention / DJ Sremba

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live local music LuLu’s Lee and the Hellz Yeah Sunset Cork Room Lisa Christian Orange Beach Live Bait DJ J. Steven Spanish Fort Bluegill Restaurant Tim Kinsey

WEDnesday, june 25

Gulf Shores The Hangout Cool Rayz LuLu’s The Deluxe Trio Orange Beach Baumhower’s Mike Eagan Bimini Bobs Greg Brown Compleat Angler Jay Williams Happy Harbor Rez Spanish Fort Bluegill Restaurant Ross +1

THUrsday, june 26

Gulf Shores The Hangout Cornbred / Adam Holt Band LuLu’s Kyle & Karl Orange Beach Baumhower’s Jerry Powell Bimini Bobs Mike Eagan Compleat Angler Jay Williams Happy Harbor Hold Live Bait Crashing Broadway Spanish Fort Bluegill Restaurant Andrew Tyler

FRIday, june 27

Fairhope Old 27 Grill Sarah Percy Windmill Market Jim St. James Gulf Shores The Hangout US Band / Foxy Iguanas LuLu’s CoConut Radio Tacky Jacks Soulfood Junkies Orange Beach Baumhower’s Double D Bimini Bobs Greg Brown Compleat Angler Tyler Champion Happy Harbor Turbo Crab Island Times Daiquiri Bar Jay Williams Band Live Bait Crashing Broadway Spanish Fort Bluegill Restaurant Brittany

Grimes / Shea White and the Elements

SATurday, june 28

Fairhope Old 27 Grill The Leavin’ Brothers Windmill Market Michael Tilley Foley The Office Lounge The Peacekeepers Band Gulf Shores The Hangout US Band / Oak and Ash LuLu’s Sugarcane Jane Papa Rocco’s Smokey and Mark Tacky Jacks Tommy Morse Orange Beach Baumhower’s Tyler Champion Bimini Bobs Jerry Powell Compleat Angler Al & Kathy Happy Harbor Stag Nation Island Times Daiquiri Bar Whyte Caps Live Bait Crashing Broadway

SUNday, june 29

Fairhope Old 27 Grill Lisa Zanghi Windmill Market Bruce Jones Gulf Shores The Hangout The Kyle and Karl Band/The Perry Wall LuLu’s Adam Holt Tacky Jacks Charlie and Mel Orange Beach Baumhower’s Justin Forbes Bimini Bobs Tony Bowers Compleat Angler Destiny Brown Happy Harbor Cowboy Johnson Spanish Fort Bluegill Restaurant Dale Drinkard Jr. / Fly By Radio

MONday, june 30

Gulf Shores Big O’s Chase Brown The Hangout The Investment / Ellux Furor LuLu’s Brent Burns

Don’t miss Christina Christian at Old 27 Grill in Fairhope Friday, June 20.

Orange Beach Live Bait DJ J. Steven

TUEsday, july 1

Gulf Shores The Hangout Peek / DJ Sremba LuLu’s Category 4

Old 27 Grill Mitch Johnston Gulf Shores The Hangout Mojiles / Foxy Iguanas LuLu’s Cornbred / Shawna P. Orange Beach Live Bait Blackberry Breeze

WEDnesday, july 2

SATurday, july 5

Gulf Shores The Hangout Category 4 / Ellux Furor LuLu’s Bud Smith and Friends Spanish Fort Bluegill Restaurant Ross +1

THUrsday, july 3

Gulf Shores The Hangout Cornbred / Adam Holt Band LuLu’s Meachum Motor Company ft. Rebecca Barry Orange Beach Ampitheater at The Wharf Dierks Bentley Live Bait Blackberry Breeze

FRIday, july 4 Fairhope

Fairhope Old 27 Grill Grits N Pieces Windmill Market Jimmy Lumpkin Gulf Shores The Hangout Mojiles / Oak and Ash LuLu’s Rhythm Intevention / Crowned Jewelz Orange Beach Live Bait Blackberry Breeze

ONGOING

Robertsdale Magnolia Blossom Cafe live music every Friday night Silverhill The Porch live music every Saturday from 8 p.m.-midnight and Sunday from 4-7 p.m.

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Giving back

Volunteering: how do I get started?

When we volunteer, we often think we are sacrificing our time to help someone else. More often than not, though, the one who volunteers walks away from the experience feeling humbled, joyful, thankful and brimming with new lessons learned. Whether it's helping out at an animal shelter, mentoring teenagers or serving people who are homeless, giving your time often feels less like a sacrifice and more like a privilege.

There are hundreds of volunteer opportunities in Baldwin County to choose from. Here are a few tips for finding the right volunteering fit for you.

• Give out of your existing hobbies, talents and interests. There's a way to give back using what you're already passionate about — puppies, talking to people, working behind the scenes, art, gardening, medicine, decorating, cooking … the opportunities are endless.

• Go with a friend or take your family. Volunteering alone for the first time can be a little intimidating.

Make it a social outing!

• Start small. You don't have to make a weekly commitment. Try getting involved once a month.

• Be consistent. Volunteering on a regular basis will give you a sense of ownership and camaraderie with other volunteers.

• Pick one focus. Don't spread yourself too thin! It's better to be wholly involved with one organization than sporadically involved with several.

Jill Clair Gentry / Staff

A volunteer helps a family get food assistance at Prodisee Pantry in Spanish Fort.

Did you know?

According to the Corporation for National and Community Service, studies show that people who devote a considerable amount of time to volunteer activities (about 100 hours per year) are more likely to exhibit positive health outcomes, including lower mortality rates, greater functional ability and lower rates of depression later in life compared to those who do not volunteer.

STAY INFORMED

WHEN STORMS THREATEN TO HEAD OUR WAY If hurricanes, storms, tornadoes or heavy rains threaten to head towards Baldwin County, stay informed.

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WHERE TO GO

Helpful herping hints

Exploring Baldwin's biodiversity

By Cliff McCollum cmccollum@gulfcoastnewspapers.com Summer marks the perfect time of year to get out and enjoy the natural beauty of Baldwin County, but few will take the time to appreciate some of the area’s most abundant form of nature-based entertainment: searching for reptiles and amphibians.

Baldwin County is one of the most biodiverse regions in the country and is home to more species of turtles than anywhere else in the world. Field herpetology, or “field herping” to its practitioners, can be practiced and enjoyed by anyone, so here’s a few tips to help get you future “herpers” on your way.

1

Temperature governs everything. During the summer, the best finds are generally going to be out in the late afternoon and evening, when the temperatures are cooling down. When it’s 100 degrees during the day, there is very little moving around and slim to nil under surface cover like rocks or boards.

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Road cruising can be productive. Starting around 5 p.m. or so, travel some lesser-used dirt roads to find snakes basking in the heat. Once the sun goes down properly, you’ll find our slithery friends on seldom-travelled paved roads.

Cope’s Gray

King Snake

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Rain is awesome. Hitting the field or road cruising after a rainstorm can be incredibly productive.

Bodies of water are always a good bet. In our waters, you'll find amphibians and the snakes that feed on them. Even in the summer heat, aquatic herps are active all day long. Basking turtles and hyperactive frogs are just a few of the herpetological treasures you’ll find.

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Lastly, remember that herping is like dating – there are a lot of common ones that are nice, but on rare occasions you’ll find one that is truly special.

Yellow Eared Slider Turtle — Chase Brown