Lake magazine October 2019

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Letter from the Editor Lake magazine celebrates gatherings at the lake – renewing lifelong relationships; taking proactive approaches to living healthy lifestyles; and just having extravagant fun! This month, we showcase some of the places where these gatherings take place, and we focus on the simple pleasure of living, working and playing at Lake Martin – the South’s bestkept secret, as Seal Team’s Judd Lormand recently discovered.

Judd, who plays Lt. Commander Eric Blackburn on the CBS hit television series, was invited to Lake Martin three years ago by a friend who lives here, and this little corner of heaven became the ultimate go-to destination for his family. On page 52, Judd talks about what it’s like to play a Seal and what those off-camera escapes to Lake Martin mean to the Lormand clan.

Turn to page 40 for a tour of the beautiful home where the Adams family gathers. Off the charts gorgeous, this breathtaking Willow’s End home offers everything that matters about gathering at the lake – room to accommodate family and friends, great outdoor living spaces and fabulous views – all in bold, uncompromising elegance.

And then, we turned the elegance up a notch on page 40 for our Lake Martin Riva Run cover story. Local owners of unparalleled wooden luxury boats took a tour of Lake Martin last month, inviting friends from California and Italy, as well as a filming crew, to join them. This breathtaking adventure showcased the beauty of Lake Martin as a spectacular backdrop for six Rivas, which are known around the world as the quintessential luxury yacht. Now that’s a gathering!

Have some fun gathering for yourself Oct. 5 on Main Street in downtown Alexander City. Browse the entries in this year’s Lake Martin Living Art & Photography Contest. We’ve changed up the competition for 2019 to make it better than ever with $1,000 in prize money, sponsored by Main Street Alexander City. Vote for the People’s Choice award winner with a donation to the Alexander City Theatre II Building Fund. There will be beer, wine and bourbon tastings and music on Main Street all afternoon while retailers extend their hour for this event. Find details online at lakemagazine.life.

So escape to the lake to replenish your spirit, reinvigorate your body and your mind and gather with friends old and new.

Betsy Iler, Managing Editor Correction: In the article, What's Reshaping Lake Martin, in the September issue of Lake magazine, the boat length limits were incorrect.

AcBoats longer than 30 feet, 11 inches, are prohibited on Lake Martin but are grandfathered if they were on the lake prior to July 1, 2006.

Also prohibited are boats that are longer than 26 feet, 11 inches, and also are capable of operating at 60 miles per hour. In addition, the term "Cigarette boat" refers to a brand name for a boat developed by Donald Aronow, the founder of the Cigarette Racing Team.

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Chairman KENNETH BOONE

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Publisher STEVE BAKER

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Managing Editor BETSY ILER

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Assistant Magazine Editor AMY PASSARETTI

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Art Director AUDRA SPEARS

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Circulation ERIN BURTON

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Marketing/Advertising Director TIPPY HUNTER

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Marketing KATIE WESSON

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Contributors KENNETH BOONE ERIN CHESNUTT JOHN COLEY HALEY HOPPE JULIE HUDSON GABRIELLE JANSEN ROB MCDANIEL DARK RUSH GREG VINSON CLIFF WILLIAMS LIZI ARBOGAST ERIC REUTEBUCH MATT SHEPPARD All content, including all stories and photos are copyright of: Tallapoosa Publishers, Inc.

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On the Cover Riva expert Erio Matteri drove the Windoms' Aquarama in the Lake Martin Riva Run, organized by local Riva owners to showcase the six boats that are housed on Lake Martin. The Sept. 23 event visited several Lake Martin landmarks, including Chimney Rock, Goat Island and Jim Scott's Garden. Blue water and sunshine provided the perfect backdrop for Kenneth Boone's photo essay of the event on page 40 of this issue.

Photo by Kenneth Boone

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Contents 22. WORKOUT ON WATER This new paddleboard exercise routine builds core strength and balance.

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28. SAME SWEET GIRLS These 1972 BRHS graduates have gathered at the lake every year for the last 40 years to reconnect.

32. BOLD ELEGANCE An architect's family gathers at a Willow's End showpiece on Lake Martin.

40. LAKE MARTIN RIVA RUN Local Riva owners host boating friends for a sweet ride around the lake.

56. THE ANNEX ON LAKE MARTIN A new retail, storage and entertainment venue is set to open at the lake this month.

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9. LAKE’S QUICK GUIDE TO THE LAKE 10. LAKE SCENES 12. WHERE IS LAKE? 14. LAKE MARTIN NEWS 16. LAKE MARTIN EVENTS 46. NATURE OF THE LAKE 50. LAKE PROPERTY

52. LAKE Q&A 58. FAB FINDS 61. LAKE WATCH 62. CHEF'S TABLE 64. HEALTHY LIVING 66. BIG CATCHES 71. PAR FOR THE COURSE

Lake magazine also features an online, digital edition, available 24 hours a day, free of charge. This edition is perfect to share with friends and family and provides you complete access to stories, photos and advertisements from anywhere in the world with Internet access. View our digital edition today at www.lakemagazine.life.

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A Place To Worship Lake Martin Area Churches

WATERFRONT Church of the Living Waters Inside StillWaters, Dadeville 256-825-2990 New Hope Baptist Church 529 Peppers Road, Alexander City 256-329-2510 Church in the Pines Kowaliga Road, Kowaliga 334-857-2133

OFF WATER Equality United Methodist Church 281 AL Hwy 259, Equality 334-541-4063

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First Baptist Church Court Square, Alexander City 256-234-6351

Alex City Church of Christ 945 Tallapoosa Street, Alexander City 256-234-6494

Hillabee Baptist Church Hillabee Road, Alexander City 256-234-6798

Red Ridge United Methodist Church 8091 County Road 34, Dadeville 256-825-9820

Episcopal Church of the Epiphany 2602 Gilmer Avenue Tallassee, AL 36078 334-252-8618 (12 Miles South of Lake Martin)

First Baptist Church 178 South Tallassee Street, Dadeville 256-825-6232

St. James Episcopal Church South Central Avenue, Alexander City 256-234-4752

First United Methodist Church 310 Green Street, Alexander City 256-234-6322 First United Methodist Church West Lafayette Street, Dadeville 256-825-4404 First Presbyterian Church 371 Jefferson Street, Alexander City 256-329-0524

Lake Martin Baptist Church 9823 County Road 34, Dadeville, AL 36853 256-825-7434 Lake Pointe Baptist Church La 8352 Highway 50, Dadeville, AL 36853 256-373-3293 Faith Temple Church 425 Franklin Street, Alexander City 256-234-6421

St John The Apostle Catholic Church 454 North Central Avenue Alexander City, Al 35010 256-234-3631 Flint Hill United Methodist Church 2858 Flint Hill Road Alexander City, AL 35010 256-234-5047 Good News Baptist Church 10493 Hwy 280 Jacksons Gap, AL 36861 256-825-2555

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Lake’s Quick Guide to the Lake Lake Martin Area Real Estate Indicators Sales Month

Number of sales

Average selling price

Median selling price

Days on the market

Total houses for sale

36 30 35

$659,860 $488,880 $393,243

$575,000 $442,000 $310,000

154 160 166

246 307 388

August 2019 August 2016 August 2013

Inventory/ sales ratio 8.95 11.37 19.32

The above numbers are derived from raw sales data from the Lake Martin Area Association of Realtors MLS.The sales noted above are for Lake Martin waterfront residential (single-family and condominium) sales only. This information is provided courtesy of Lake Martin Realty, LLC (a Russell Lands, Inc., affiliated company).

Did You Know?

A Cashier's, North Carolina, magazine provided the inspiration to launch the Lake Martin Living Art & Photography Contest, which this year will feature an art walk in downtown Alexander City with $1,000 in prizes sponsored by Main Street Alexander City.

Previous Lake Martin Living magazine co-owner Buddy King, visited the Highlands area and picked up a copy of The Laurel, a regional publication that showcased the work of local artists on its covers.

"I got to know the owners of that magazine, and I thought it might be something we could do, too," King said.

Contest entries were featured on the cover of Lake's sister magazine until Tallapoosa Publisher's, Inc., purchased the publication in 2012.

The winning work of either the art or photography division of the contest is

Last year was the first time that prize money was awarded to the winners.The event will be launched as a one-day art walk from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will be followed by an awards reception at the Lake Martin Area United Way office on Main Street.

The art walk will include live music all afternoon, as well as specials and sales at participating locations.

One of the winning works again will be featured on the cover of the October issue of Lake Martin Living magazine.

For a donation to the AlexMimi Gresham's The Goats ander City Theatre II building of Lake Martin won People's fund, visitors will be able to Choice in last year's contest vote for the People's Choice recipient at Main Street retail featured on the cover of the October Lake stores, including Cloud Nine, Makers Martin Living magazine.

Market, Half Moon Market & Interiors/CarIn previous years, an exhibit of the lisle's, Downtown Girl, Merle Norman, Shay works was installed at Emporium Wine Donna Aesthetics and Froshin's Clothier. in downtown Alexander City, and visitors Admission to the art walk is free. to the gallery could cast a vote for the People's Choice winner.

Weather Outlook for October

October 2019 Forecast

Historically, the Lake Martin area experiences average high temperatures in the mid to upper 70s with average lows near 50 and about 3 inches of precipitation in the month of October. The National Weather Service has predicted that temperatures will be above normal, and rainfall will be in the normal range this month.

Year to Date

Precipitation: 39.54 inches Avg. high temp.: 79 Avg. low temp.: 55.1 Avg. temp.: 67.1

Our Normal October Precipitation: 3.08 inches Avg. high temp.: 76 Information from the Avg. low temp.: 50 National Weather Avg. temp.: 63 Service.

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Last Month's Lake Levels Summer: 491 MSL Winter: 481 MSL Highest: 489.23 Lowest: 488.11 Lake depth is measured in reference to mean sea level. For up-to-date water levels at the lake, visit the website lakes.alabamapower.com.

Lake elevations are subject to change. Individuals who recreate below Martin Dam and those with boats and waterrelated equipment on the lake should always stay alert to changing conditions.

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Lake Scene n People & Places

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(1) Summer fun still going strong for Johnny Mac, Sarah and James Paul loving pizza and ice cream at Chuck's Marina. (2) Beauregard loves to curl up with a copy of Lake magazine. (3) John Fisher gets a workout on the lake at sunrise. (4) Gabe Thomas, age 8, caught this 4-plus-pound largemouth bass from his grandparents dock at Bay Pine. (5) Reggie takes his first ride with Randy McClendon on the recumbent pedal kayak − and loves it! (6) Chambers Thornton is thrilled with her Labor Day boat ride on Lake Martin. (7) Tony Johnson took this sunrise photo from the recliner where he watches the sun come over Lake Martin every day.

(8) The Griffin family spent a day on the beach at the lake before school started for the year.

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READER SUBMISSIONS (1) Scotty Royal's granddaughter Paisley celebrated her first birthday with a wagon ride at Wind Creek State Park. (2) Bay, the yellow lab, races Hamilton Barr to the pier on beautiful Lake Martin. (3) The lake turns to fire with the last light of a gorgeous Lake Martin sunset. (4) McKenzie Chunn hugs the boat after one last surf run before school starts. (5) Cortlynn Fisher sneaks in one more run as the sun sets at the lake. (6) Addi Kate Heath drove the boat with her KK during her first summer on Lake Martin.

(7) Victor Weldon rides the perfect wave behind the boat near Graveyard Island. (8) The American flag greets the morning sun on Powell Drive.

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READER SUBMISSIONS (1) Natalie Durden took Lake magazine to St. James Park at Buckingham Palace in London. (2) Lake magazine visited The Virginia Living Museum in Newport News with Susan Freeman and her grandchildren Michael, Ellayna, Cullen and Lily and daughter-in-law Jennifer Adkins. (3) Elizabeth Gowan took Lake magazine to Tangier, Morocco, at the point where the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean meet. (4) The October issue of Lake magazine stopped in at Lulu's in Gulf Shores with Jeanette Houts, Sally Chapman and Vicki Layne.

(5) Mary Sue and Phil Lindsey took Lake to Haleiwa Beach on Oahu, Hawaii. (6) Lake magazine accompanied Beverly and Jim Heartsill to Buckingham Palace. (7) Lake joined Michael and Jennifer Gallops, Emily and Garrett Jemison and Jennifer and Chas Reynolds in Exuma, Bahamas.

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Lake Martin News Russell Lands expands building supply division to Auburn

Russell Building Supply is now open in Auburn

Tom Lamberth, chief executive officer of Russell Lands, Inc., is proud to announce that Russell Building Supply (a division of Russell Lands) is officially open for business at its new location in Auburn. Located at 2811 E. University Dr., the location offers a new shopping experience.

Over the past 12 years, Russell Building Supply has proudly served the Lee County area’s professional contractors and homeowners for their building material needs.

The new store offers the community more than 20,000 square feet of comprehensive home improvement items, along with other helpful services, such as key duplicating, the ultimate paint shopping experience at The Color Bar, free local delivery and a price match promise. The store’s modern design, clean, organized layout and wide product selection all combine to make it an ideal resource and destination for both do-it-yourselfers and professional contractors.

Kirby Scales, general manager of Russell Do it Center and Russell Building Supply, said, “With our transition to a full-service home center, we are excited to offer a completely new lineup of products, including hardware, tools, plumbing, electrical, paint, as well as lawn and garden. Additionally, we are proud to offer a drive-through lumberyard for lumber and building materials for those looking for a convenient way to shop. While maintaining focus on the professional contractors and remodelers, our new location also allows us to better serve the do-ityourself customer.”

“We are excited to offer a more efficient layout and easy access, so our customers can get in and out more quickly,” said David Sturdivant, chief operating officer and chief financial officer of Russell Lands, Inc. “We have been very blessed to be part of the growth of Auburn, as well as the surrounding area, and we look forward to being part of the community even more in the years to come.” ~ Staff Report 14 LAKE

Annual Renew Our Rivers cleanup details announced

This year’s Renew Our Rivers cleanup of Lake Martin shoreline and surrounding roadways has been set for Nov. 1 and 2, announced Lake Martin Resource Association President John Thompson, who coordinates the annual ROR effort.

LMRA, Alabama Power Company, Russell Lands On Lake Martin, Advanced Disposal, Wind Creek State Park, Lake Martin Dock Company and TowBoatUS Lake Martin once again will sponsor the cleanup. Last year, more than 450 volunteers collected nearly 20 tons of trash, including a large number of automotive tires, from the lake’s shoreline and adjacent roadways. More than 100 tons of trash has been removed from the lake area since the annual event began in 2005.

This year, the effort also will be made to get neighborhoods involved throughout the Lake Martin community.

Volunteers will be encouraged to work independently with their cleanup efforts and deliver the bagged trash to dumpsters located around the lake at the Kowaliga public boat ramp, Wind Creek State Park Marina, Union public boat ramp and Real Island Marina.

If transporting the bagged trash proves to be difficult for a volunteer, arrangements can be made to have it picked up.

Supplies will be available, and volunteers who deliver to the dumpsters bagged trash or items that have been retrieved from the shoreline of Lake Martin, adjacent roadsides or neighborhoods in the Lake Martin Community will receive a custom-designed T-shirt. The shirt will feature artwork from the ROR art contest held annually at Stephens Elementary School in Alexander City. n Volunteers can pick up supplies at dumpster locations beginning at 8 a.m. on both Friday, Nov. 1, and Saturday, Nov. 2. n On Friday, Russell Lands associates and other volun-

The Renew Our Rivers cleanup kicks off Nov. 1 at Lake Martin

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teers will meet at 7:45 a.m. at the Russell Lands corporate office to receive supplies and assignments. n Trash can be deposited in the dumpsters between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. on both days of the cleanup. n Volunteers in the Real Island area will have access to dumpsters located at Real Island Marina. n Volunteers are encouraged to separate recyclables, which then will be accumulated and delivered to the Alexander City Recycling Center. n On Saturday, Nov. 2, local youth groups will gather at Wind Creek State Park to remove litter throughout the park and surrounding roadsides.

All volunteers will be treated to a hot dog cookout sponsored by Dirt Road Gourmet and Alabama Power Shoreline Management. n LMRA volunteers will be available at the dumpster sites to assist with unloading boats or vehicles during the hours of the cleanup.

For more information, email Thompson at 1942jthompson420@ gmail.com. ~ Staff Report

Alabama Power Tallapoosa River Manager Chris Goodman (left) congratulates Martin Dam Superintendent Billy Bryan on his retirement after 40 years with the company. A lunch was held in Bryan's honor at Kowaliga Restaurant last month. Bryan was dam superintendent for the last eight years of his service with the company. Travis Cheaney (not pictured) has taken over the responsibilities of the dam superintendent position. Photo courtesy of Alabama Power

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Now through November Art at Dadeville Library

Works by Artists Association of Central Alabama’s Kay Fincher are now on exhibit at Dadeville Library. Proceeds from sales will benefit a fund to put a new roof on the library building. For information, visit the library or call Fincher at 256-825-2506.

Main Street in Alexander City. Art will be displayed on sidewalks, in alleys and inside five downtown exhibit locations.

Downtown merchants will remain open later, and patrons will be able to vote for the People’s Choice award throughout the day. Some $1,000 in prizes will be awarded to submitting artists. For more information, call Betsy or Amy at 256-2344281.

Oct. 1 National Night Out

Oct. 5 Dadeville Fall Festival

The Lake Martin Dadeville Area Chamber’s Annual Fall Located in Strand Park, downtown Alexander City, Festival will feature children’s activities, including a petting National Night Out will showcase various public safety and zoo, face painting, color run, pony rides, inflatables and more, emergency response agencies that operate in Alexander City along with entertainment for and surrounding areas, including the whole family. Come and CALENDAR OF EVENTS state, county and EMA, from 5 enjoy the good food; meet new p.m. to 8 p.m. Local businesses friends; shop local wares; listen and church groups also will WHAT’S HAPPENING ON LAKE MARTIN to live music by River Dan; participate. This will be a pubmeet Aubie and Big Al; or lic information event only − no even build a Soap Box car and sales by vendors are permitted. enter in the Ducky Ward and Pops Soap Box Derby. There Oct. 3 also will be a car and truck VCCA Lunch and Learn show on site. The event will Capt. James Orr with be held at Courthouse Square the Alexander City Police from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more Department will discuss ways to information or vendor applicaprotect yourself in today’s world. tions, call the chamber at 256Bring a sack lunch for this one825-4019 or email chamber@ hour program that will start at dadeville.com. noon at Volunteer Connections of Central Alabama, 5030 U.S. Oct. 5 Highway 280 in Alexander City.

Memories Call 256-234-0347 by noon on of Growing Up Oct. 1 to reserve space. VCCA will provide tea and dessert. at Lake Martin Dam

Workers’ Camp

Oct. 5 6th Annual BGHS Alumni & Friends Car Show

StillWaters Residential Association will host a presentation by Barbara Cole, Kay Alkire Brummal won last year's who grew up in the early ’30s Lake Martin Living Art & Photography contest; this year's event will include as a child in the workers’ Spectators are admitted free an Art Walk on Oct. 5 camp at Lake Martin Dam. of charge for this annual event The presentation will be held at Bibb Graves High School in from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in Millerville. Activities include the Community Room of the SWRA Admin Building, 1816 50/50 tickets, a money tree, games, door prizes, music, crafts Stillwaters Dr. Refreshments will be served. Seating is limand more from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Register cars for $20 each ited, so call 334-332-1162 or e-mail cmsg71@gmail.com to between 7 a.m. and 1 p.m. Breakfast is available from 7:30 reserve seats. a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Lunch will be available from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Crafts setups are $20. Call Patsy Sullivan at 205Oct. 5 317-7798 for crafting information; call Richard Bearden at 256-596-0073 or call Ray Camp for event information at 256- Friends of Dadeville Library Book Sale Friends of the Dadeville Library will host its fall book 354-3311. sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the lower level of the library.

Hardbacks will be $1 and paperbacks are $.50 or fill a groOct. 5 cery-sized bag for $5. All proceeds support funding for the Lake Martin Living Art Walk children’s programs at the library.

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Oct. 5 WyLD in the Woods 5K Trail Run

Grandview Family YMCA in Millbrook will host this 5th annual run at 8 a.m. Childcare is provided free for entrants, and all proceeds benefit the YMCA Annual Campaign.

Registration begins at 7 a.m. or register online at active.com.

Military or first responders register for $25; other individuals register for $30.

Oct. 7 Horizons Unlimited Birmingham Harmony Belles

Kiley Watson, Louisa Elmore and Nancy Hornsby formed the Birmingham Harmony Belles in 2013 and perform music mainly from the Big Band and Swing Era, along with a medley of patriotic songs. They will present The Hits of the ’40s and ’50s Swing Era. Horizons Unlimited is a series of programs that are held from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at The First United Methodist Church Trinity Campus, 3266 U.S. Highway 280 in Alexander City. Membership is $20 per person and $30 per couple for the semester.

Oct. 10 VCCA Lunch and Learn

David Booth of Dadix will discuss iCloud at this Volunteer Connections of Central Alabama program from noon to 1 p.m. at 5030 U.S. Highway 280, Alexander City.

Bring a sack lunch. Tea and dessert will be provided. Call 256-234-0347 by noon on Oct. 8 to reserve a space.

Oct. 11-16 Alabama Art Colony

Late registration is still open for the 2019 Alabama Art Colony with instructors Nan Cunningham, Pam Garrison and Elizabeth Robbins. This year’s event also will include the annual art walk. Call 256-391-5467 for details.

Oct. 11 Fall Boogie Prenight

Lilly Hiatt and a full band will take the stage at the Little House at Standard Deluxe in Waverly at 7:30 p.m. the night before the annual Fall Boogie. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and supper will be served in the FeedShak at 6 p.m.

Tickets are limited to 60 and will be $22. Purchase online at StandardDeluxe.com.

Oct. 11 A Taste of Lake Martin at Red Hill Gallery

Paige Patterson with Love Lake Martin will host a Taste of Lake Martin Open House from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Attendees will enjoy Blanco’s Tacos, live music, Love Lake Martin toddies, complimentary massages and makeovers by Shay Donna Aesthetics and lots of great art. Red Hill Gallery is located at 3284 Red Hill Rd. For more information, call 334918-0043.

Oct. 12 39th Annual Oktoberfest

The Alexander City Parks & Recreation will host its annual Oktoberfest at Charles E. Bailey Sportplex with vendors, music, entertainment, children’s activities and a car show from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, email megan. blake@alexandercityal.gov.

Oct. 12 Fall Boogie Rock ‘n’ Roll Show

The 8th Annual Fall Boogie is the offspring of the Old 280 Boogie held each spring. Set on the grounds of Standard Deluxe in Waverly, the event features all-day music with Revel in Dimes; Dexateens; Teardrop City; Bohannons; Neighbor Lady; Exotic Dangers; and Dogwood Lung; along with vendors and food trucks. Gates will open at 11 a.m., and the show runs until about 9 p.m. Tickets are $30. Bring chairs and coolers but please no glass. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit StandardDeluxe.com.

Oct. 12 Annual Alabama Cotton Festival

The Town of Eclectic hosts this family-friendly event every year on the second Saturday in October from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Browse the wares and unique items offered by more than 100 vendors. Also, check out or participate in the art and photo contest, the sweet treats contest, the dog show, the chicken race, the 5K Cotton Run and fun run, the Cotton Queen Pageant, the antique car show, miliary vehicle display and visit the Cotton Museum and an all-new carnival-themed Kids Zone.

Oct. 17 VCCA Lunch and Learn

Capt. James Orr with the Alexander City Police Department will discuss measures you can take to prevent identity theft, which is a growing problem in today’s society.

Bring a sack lunch for this program from noon to 1 p.m. at 5030 U.S. Highway 280, Alexander City. Dessert and tea will be provided. Call 256-234-0347 by noon on Oct. 15 to reserve a space.

Oct. 17 Artists Association of Central Alabama

Following the AACA business meeting at 11:30 a.m. at the Alexander City Senior Activities Center, there will be an interactive demo project, and each person will have a completed project to take home. A $3 fee will be charged for supplies. Join the AACA for $35 per year and treat yourself to time for relaxing, painting and crafting. For information, contact June Dean at 256-373-3324 or Kay Fincher at 256825-2506.

Oct. 17 7th Annual United Way Fashion Show

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tickets are $30 per person. VIP tables are available for $500.

For more information, call 256-329-3600.

ings, as well. For more information, call Stacey Jeffcoat at 256-329-9227.

Oct. 19 4th Annual Dirt Road Century

Season-Long Events

Starting at Standard Deluxe in Waverly, Terra Firma Cycling will host bikers on a 30-, 60-, or 100-mile loop during a self-supported dirt road race. Aid stations on the route will have food and water. The race ends at Standard Deluxe with music, food and beverages. For details visit terrafirmacycling.com/standard-deluxe-dirt-road-century-1.

Oct. 19 28th Annual Waverly BBQ

Hosted by the Waverly Community Club, this annual celebration from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2075 Patrick St., Waverly, includes a silent auction, quilt raffle, arts and crafts, Barnyard Bingo, T-shirt sales, music and door prizes. Watch SEC football in the Tailgate Tent. Purchase barbecue by the plate or take some home. Food service begins at 10 a.m. Call 334559-8663 to pre-order Boston butts.

Oct. 21 Horizons Unlimited: Dr. Mark Conversino

Dr. Corversino joined the faculty of the Air War College in 2002 following his retirement from active duty with the Air Force. He will discuss the Hot Topic of the Day waging in the world. Horizons Unlimited is a series of programs that are held from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at The First United Methodist Church Trinity Campus, 3266 U.S. Highway 280 in Alexander City. Membership is $20 per person and $30 per couple for the semester.

Oct. 24 VCCA Lunch and Learn

Lt. Bill Hough with the Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Department will provide information on safety for seniors at this one-hour program that will start at noon at 5030 U.S. Highway 280, Alexander City. Call 256-234-0347 by noon on Oct. 22 to reserve a space. Bring a sack lunch. Dessert and tea will be provided.

Oct. 26 Fall Family Festival at Russell Crossroads

Celebrate fall at Lake Martin with a blacksmith demonstration and watch a grist mill ground corn. Visit Russell Crossroads from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for this annual celebration that also will include wagone and pony rides, lawn games, face painting, a pumpkin patch, scavenger hunt and petting zoo. There will be great food, the Blue Ribbon Pie and Cake Baking Contest − with cash prizes this year − and lots more.

Admission is $25 per family.

Oct. 26 Downtown Trick or Treat

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Children’s Harbor Treasures and Thrift Store

Located on state Route 63 just south of Lake Martin Amphitheater, the Children’s Harbor Thrift Store is open Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. You never know what gems you might find – from clothes and household items to boats. Proceeds are used to help fund activities at the Lake Martin campus of Children’s Harbor and the Family Center at Children’s Hospital. For information, call 334-8572008.

Real Island Supper

The Real Island community hosts a covered dish supper every third Friday of the month at the Real Island Volunteer Fire Department and Community Room, 1495 Real Island Rd., Equality. Everyone is welcome. Admission is $3 per adult; bring a covered dish to share. Some nights are themed, so call ahead to find out if costumes or certain types of food are in order. For more information, contact Dianne Perrett at 256-329-8724.

Naturalist Presentations and Guided Nature Tours

Naturalist Marianne Hudson fills the Naturalist Cabin at Russell Crossroads with children and adults to see and listen to her lively nature presentations with critters, insects, snakes and fowl, just to mention a few. There is never a dull moment with this wildlife biologist as she educates on the beauty of nature in the wild and the outdoor classroom. For scheduled subject matter, dates and times, check the calendar at RussellLandsOnLakeMartin.com/blog/events.

Trivia Night at Niffer’s on the Lake

Every Thursday, Niffer’s hosts trivia night at 7 p.m.

Winners receive Niffer’s gift cards. First place gets $40; second place gets $25; and third place gets $15. Grab a group of friends and come out for a night of games. A bonus question is posted on the Niffer’s Facebook page at 2 p.m. Thursdays.

Clean Community Partnership Cleanups

The third Saturday of each month, volunteers throughout the community are encouraged to meet at Broad Street Plaza at 8:30 a.m. to pick up supplies and area assignments and help clean up the roads within Alexander City. For details or more information, contact Jacob Meacham at jacob.meacham@ alexandercitychamber.com.

Coffee & Connections

Every third Tuesday of the month, the Alexander City Chamber of Commerce hosts a networking event at 8 a.m. open to any chamber member. Participants should meet at the TPI bullpen at the Lake Martin Innovation Center for coffee, a light breakfast and a chance to network with community members.

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A PUBLIC NOTICE FROM ALABAMA POWER

PROTECTING THE LAKES WE LOVE. You’re a lake lover, and so is Alabama Power. We’re committed to preserving the scenic, environmental and recreational value of our lakes. And one of the most important ways we do this is by administering our shoreline permitting program.

The last time we adjusted our permit fee structure was 2005, nearly 15 years ago. A lot has changed since then, which is why we’re updating the process and related fees. If you are considering projects along the shoreline, please contact your local Alabama Power Shoreline Management office and apply for a permit before the fee changes take effect on January 1, 2020.

Alabama Power’s Shoreline Management team is dedicated to serving our lake communities. It’s part of our commitment to you — protecting the lakes we all love.

To learn more about the updates, please visit apcshorelines.com/permits.

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Karen Kison leads her class through a series of yoga positions during a paddle board workout

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Russell Lands Wellness and Recreation Director Karen Kison couldn’t wait to expose Lake Martin residents to Aqua Stand Up, a new form of exercise that recently was adapted for lake use. Originally developed for pools by French fitness professional and personal trainer Eric Vandendriessche, the program launched from Kowaliga Marina this summer, and Kison hopes it continues to gain popularity.

Vandendriessche flew in to Lake Martin to help Kison and her employees learn how to properly set up the class and its equipment. Kison then was trained and provided with an already-developed routine and music selections suitable for each training section.

“I am very proud that Aqua Stand Up will be now in Alabama. I recommend joining the class because it’s a really safe, accessible-to-everyone workout – fun because we’re using the water and also very engaging,” said Vandendriessche.

The specific elements of the workout are not difficult by themselves, but participants are fully engaged at the core while trying to execute the movements on paddleboards.

“We do the same format each time: warm up, upper body, lower body, cardio and core. We do some yoga in the middle; and then, do it all over again. It’s all choreographed to a music playlist,” said Kison.

Set in about 6 feet of water, a blow-up docking station is tethered to five cement buckets on the lake’s floor. Up to 10 paddleboards, a combination of solid and blowup, are then clipped to the dock in a circle.

The tension of the board clipped to the dock determines the stability of each board.

“We’ve had to play around with it and adjust how tight the dock is to the cement buckets to make sure it didn’t move too much, and we’ve done the same with the paddleboards,” said Kison, who stands on the blowup dock in the center of the paddleboards to instruct.

Marina employee Payton Miller dives underwater to attach the docking station to the buckets and assists Kison with set up and breakdown for the Saturday morning classes. Originally, Kison held one class at

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9 a.m.; but then, she broke it into two groups – one at 8:30 a.m. and one at 10 a.m. to keep the classes smaller and to accommodate more participants.

Registered dietician and avid athlete Julie Hudson described the class as souped-up yoga with cardio elements.

“The best part is you can modify it and taper it to yourself and your needs. Even if someone comes out and does half the movements, you’re getting a workout,” Hudson said.

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Eloise Franklin, Kristy Steele, Ava Franklin, Kison, Julie and Wes Hudson, Mollie Barrett and Amy Passaretti celebrate after a rewarding workout

The workout includes elements of HIIT, yoga, Pilates and cardio; Above center: Kison lashes boards to a central dock to keep participants from drifting

The class is geared for any age and any skill level, and Kison said the first class ranged in ages from 12 years old up to 75.

“We came out to the first class, and we’ve probably been to four of them. It’s an amazing workout.

We all enjoyed it, but it’s tough,” said Kristy Steele, who attends the class with her daughters, Ava and Eloise Franklin.

Kison said the class is another form of recre-

ation on Lake Martin, and she encourages people to choose exercise routines that they enjoy so they will stick with it.

“I have been teaching exercise for 20 years and seen tons of gimmicks and trends, but your standard fitness will never go away. This class focuses on core, which is essential for anyone in terms of stability,” said Kison. “You get your core strong and enjoy the lake. You could even do this exercise at home with your own paddleboard planted on the shoreline.”

It’s a unique form of exercise that combines different elements of HIIT, yoga, Pilates and muscular conditioning, all while balancing on a board, which engages the entire body.

“It was my first class. I’ve done yoga for several years, and I’ve paddleboarded but never did the two together. It was more of a challenge than I thought it would be, but it’s a great core workout. The hardest thing was trying to do the tree pose and balance on the board,” said Mollie Barrett.

Kison suggests focusing on the center of the board for adequate balance; however, people still tend to fall into the water on occasion.

“It’s a safe exercise, and the water is a good cushion, even if you do fall. It’s a neat class; there really is nothing like it here on Lake Martin,” Kison said.

In fact, there are very few classes like it around the country. Aqua Stand Up for lakes (available for pools in other locations) is available in only two locations outside of Lake Martin. Those classes are in Spokane, Washington, and Arlington, Texas.

While the class ended after Labor Day, Kison hopes to start the class up again in mid-May next year, as soon as water levels are high enough.

The class is $15, and all the equipment is provided. Participants must register by Friday of each week to attend the next morning’s class, due to limited space. For more information, call Kison at 256-397-1210. To learn more about Aqua Stand Up, visit AquaStandUpUsa.com.

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The SSGs include Jean Abernathy Gregory and Vicki Brown Dobbs (standing), Rene Reynolds Mason, Myra Cromer Cash, Jane Lamberth Sepanski, Colleen Carlisle Murphy, Ruth Meacham Burgess, Kathy Janney Scott, Alisa Walker Shivers, Jenny Lynn Tankersley Henig, as well as (not pictured) Danice Carlisle, Janet Yates Scott and Nancy Ingle Stansfield

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Defying the let’s-always-stay-in-touch odds, 14 women who graduated Alexander City’s Benjamin Russell High School together in 1972 have met at Lake Martin each August since 1993. Email now helps them stay in touch throughout the year, but the reunion weekend is always special. They know they will laugh, reminisce and strengthen the bonds

between them when they’re together at the lake.

The group includes a mechanical engineer that worked on the space shuttle; teachers; a nurse; a CPA; a volunteer dog rescuer; medical personnel; and even a former warden at Bullock Correctional Institute. More important than career success or lifestyle choices made after high school are the child-

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hood memories that only they can share. of group member Colleen Murphy. Some members Jenny Lynn Henig hosts the group at her Trillium were college roommates or bridesmaids in each othhome, which is named Elk Point. er’s weddings, but all have been together to share the “For years, we births of children and would take trips grandchildren and to the beach, New offer support durOrleans, even a ing family deaths or cruise, but once we divorces. started coming to Henig said she is my house on Lake especially grateful Martin, it just felt to the group because like this is where they all remember we’re supposed to her father, who tragibe,” Henig said. cally died in a car They named themaccident when she selves the Same was only 12 years Sweet Girls, after old. the Cassandra King The SSG memnovel by the same bers know they can name, which includes count on each other, a Lake Martin charand they all feel a acter. This year, spiritual connection, 12 members of the even though they SSGs made the trip come from differfrom four different ent faith traditions.

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They support each They imprint other with prayers custom T-shirts and when needed and are koozies with an SSG bound by trust, exerlogo to mark milecising confidentiality stone years, and each always. They remigathering generates nisce about growing The Same Sweet Girls, named after a Cassandra King novel, a photo album to up in Alexander City celebrate their annual reunions with T-shirts and koozies document the trips, and put together the antics and history of sequence of events The SSGs gather in Henig's living room the SSGs and their through each memfor an annual reunion commitment to the ber sharing a bit of annual reunion. a memory from long “We weren’t ago. all friends in high The reunion weekschool,” admitted end has few tradiAlisa Shivers, the tions. One member organizer of the provides a smoked group, “But when we ham prepared by her got together at our husband, and the 20th class reunion, women count on the we saw beyond high baker of the group school cliques and to bring some homeknew we had a spemade treats to share. cial connection. The Other than that, they reunion gives us the are just happy being opportunity to relive together. our childhood with “Lake Martin is people who actually the perfect spot to watched each other meet because this is grow up.” where our roots are,” Some in the group said Murphy. have known each other since kindergarten; others This year’s gathering included a special toast to since elementary school. Many of the SSGs attended Lake Martin and a new T-shirt, as the SSGs turn 65 dance class together taught by Ms. Marie, the mother this year.

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The Adams lakehouse hosts extended family for holidays, football season and special events

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When Tom Adams designed and built a 9,000-squarefoot home on 500 feet of lakefront at Willow’s End in 2013 for his wife Paula’s parents, he envisioned a space that wouldn’t look at all like the traditional lake cabin. At the same time, he recognized the need for a space that would accommodate a growing extended family, as well as viewing parties for football games and holiday gatherings.

“My in-laws had a ranch in Montana at the time, so they didn’t want anything cabin-y or really lake-y,” Adams explained. “The exterior is more of an upper East Coast style – almost a Cape Cod – but the interior is more transitional and contemporary.”

With degrees in architecture and interior architecture from Auburn University, Adams was a partner in Adams Gerndt Design Group of Birmingham when the home was built, and he recently established Defining Home Design Group. The company provides complete design, construction and décor services and has several Lake Martin projects under way most of the time.

Design work began on his in-laws’ house in 2012 with the intent of showcasing the lake in a departure from the typical Lake Martin abode.

The result is a work of art that breathes not only style and elegance but also comfort and intimacy.

Outside, traditional multi-pane windows, turned chunky balusters and Shaker shingles – with Banquette seating creates just a touch of weathera living area in the kitchen ing – convey a sense of historic charm and establish a relationship with the water. Stone walls at the driveway entrance of the Willow Point home enclose a courtyard of diamond-shaped pavers separated by 12-inch strips of manicured lawn in a lattice pattern that adds elegance to the modest front stoop and its single half-round oak door.

But inside, the elements that connect the interior to the exterior are subtle and secondary to the cool, sophisticated beauty of the design and décor. Peacock Pavers on outdoor patios are repeated in selected interior rooms, and halfround interior doors mirror the exterior entrances. Attention to open air, light and lake views in every room whisper a suggestion of the New England salt-and-sea exterior, beautifully blending exterior details with the bold elegance of

the home’s spacious interior.

The unassuming front door opens to the smart, white, polished grace of the great room and kitchen against an awe-inspiring Lake Martin view. Under a 20-foot ceiling coffered in raw oak beams, the grand great room features four distinct gathering areas, each spacious and well appointed in white and glass with accents of soft blues and vibrant spring greens.

“When we begin the interior phase of a project, we start with a piece of fabric, and the design flows from there,” Adams said.

A long, formal dining table commands the floor-to-ceiling view at the base of Cape Codstyled windows in a bank of three rows. Set into the lakeside bay window, the setting almost floats onto the wide lakeside patio, crossing the boundary between inside and outside and providing the room’s focal statement. Full-length draperies flank the view with a touch of mid-century elegance while dining chairs upholstered in white and trimmed with nail heads anchor the space. Automated shades help to control the light and offer privacy.

French doors on both sides of the dining bay provide access to more than 2,500 square feet of lakeside patio in handcrafted Peacock Pavers.

Centered on a chateau concrete fireplace, an arrangement of sofas, chairs and low tables creates an intimate gathering space for conversation and television viewing. The image of a painting above the fireplace scrolls up at the push of a button, revealing the television screen behind it.

Another, smaller conversation corner is situated near one set of double pocket doors into the kitchen. This charming setting offers more privacy than the larger sitting area at the fireplace but remains very much in the mix of the room’s activity.

Near the front door, a glass-topped table offers quiet, more intimate dining in a smaller frontside window bay.

After dinner, it’s the perfect size for a hand of Bridge under the shadow of the floating second floor hallway above it and the stairs that provide second floor access.

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A coffered oak ceiling and wide-plank floors frame the showcase lake view in a 20-foot tall bay dining window

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The courtyard became a dance floor when Adams' daughter married in 2016

Hardscape and greenery were designed to showcase the lake views

The stairs from first floor to second float over a glass table in the entry

Furniture arrangements become art in a transitional space to the master suite

The children's loft includes a dorm room for cousins' sleepovers

Designed with the Upper East Coast in mind, the home is a deliberate departure from the traditional lake cabin style

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view from the front door to the lake, so instead of supporting the loft hallway from the floor up, we suspended it from the ceiling,” Adams said.

Metal rods are anchored in the massive raw oak beams that coffer the great room ceiling. Reclaimed from an old Georgia warehouse, the beams also create the foundation for the hallway platform that hangs above the front entrance. Floating stairs from the great room floor to the hall platform preserve sight lines and provide access to three upstairs bedrooms.

In an alcove between two double door openings to the kitchen, a full bar services the downstairs entertainment and living space.

In the kitchen, a 12-foot marble island is as much showpiece as it is functional workspace. The soft stone Each upstairs bedroom offers warm comfort, lake catches and reflects light views and a private bath from a large window above a stainless split farmhouse sink, and that light is reflected back down by the 20-foot vaulted and beamed ceiling.

Wolff appliances behind the island and other appliances in the base, including a wine refrigerator, make the space as easy to use as it beautiful.

Adams and company chose a unique seating arrangement at the island, one that turns the focus to an outdoor entertainment venue that was inspired by the lodge at Cheaha State Park.

Instead of crowding bar stools around the island and placing guests with their backs to the screened porch, the designer nestled a custom white oak oval table and a half-round banquette into the curvature of the island edge.

Cushioned in white with pops of green, this stylish treatment offers more comfortable long-term footballwatching seating than bar The dining bay makes a stools would allow. statement outdoors The glass wall between as well as inside the porch and the kitchen recesses completely and disappears, creating one large space for game day gatherings, in addition to the great room.

To the left of the front entrance, a half bath and study are tucked into the courtyard side of a wide hall, and beyond lies a sanctuary that is the master suite.

“It was my in-laws’ lifestyle to stay in their suite until late morning before coming out to join the family, so this really is a private living space,” Adams explained. “Then, about 4 o’clock, they would come back to their suite to dress for dinner.”

In addition to a spacious bedroom with French door access to the lakeside patio, the suite includes a lovely sunroom, furnished in white wicker with sweet lavender and green accents. The master bath, in white marble and mirrors, features vanities separated by a luxurious soaking tub in a light-filled alcove.

Upstairs, three bedrooms offer respite in very unique but stately designs, each with a lake view and a private bath. The first lakeside room features French balconies, chocolate walls and a fabulous gilded four-poster bed. The next bedroom is more whimsical, with white chandeliers and strings of pearls on warm blue wallpaper. This room offers the flexibility of twin beds. The third guestroom plays the dancing light with taupe bed dressings and draperies in self-fringing lattice-worked fabric strips.

And that’s the adult side of the house. The grandchildren share another suite that respects the privacy of adults but also allows space for kidoriented activities.

Down a wide hall off the kitchen, with a large laundry room on the left and the garage straight ahead, a staircase on the right leads to an apartment designed for children’s play. At the top of the stairs, a cozy room sports overstuffed, super comfy furnishings for lounging in front of the television, and an open floor space easily accommodates the spread of toys. An adjacent dorm room, with a crib room beyond, and large bath provide accommodations for the grandchildren’s slumber parties with cousins.

The space also adapts easily to quiet activities, such as reading, as well as more boisterous undertakings, such as group games.

The Lake Martin retreat also includes an in-ground pool

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The master suite features a luxurious soaking tub bay

and docking for four or more boats just inside a quiet slough off Big Kowaliga Creek.

This northwestern section of Lake Martin is familiar territory for Adams, whose family has maintained a presence at the lake since before his birth. Paula grew up frequently visiting the Parker Creek area where her family owned a home before spending several years away from Lake Martin exploring other adventures, including boating in the Florida Keys and horseback riding and fly fishing in Montana.

The pull of Lake Martin was strong and eventually drove them to seek Adams’ help in creating a new space on the lake that would accommodate their growing family.

Another beauty of their Willow Point home is its versatility. When extended family and friends on both sides of the family descended upon the lake for the Adams’ daughter’s wedding at the Church in the Pines in 2017, the reception was held at the house. The courtyard became a dance floor, and guests mingled on the spacious patios and in the showpiece great room.

Though Adams’ father-in-law has recently passed away, the house remains the primary gathering space for extended family. The flexibility of the design flows gracefully from well defined intimate and cozy pockets to large-scale events, all while maintaining a strong connection to the lake in a showpiece home that still holds making memories as its most important function.

“In the end, it’s all about being together at the lake,” Adams said.

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Lake Martin Riva Run

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At one with the water, six of the world’s most legendary and luxurious wooden boats skimmed across Lake Martin in an outing planned by Riva owners Steve and Mary Windom and Mark Clark. Several months in the planning, the excursion included friends from Lake Como, Italy, California and Florida, as well as a filming crew and an aerial-photography drone company.

The troupe visited some of Lake Martin’s most notable landmarks, including Jim Scott’s Garden, Goat Island and Chimney Rock, but the focus was on the marriage of the Rivas and the water.

Valued at more than a half million dollars each, only about 350 Rivas are known to still operate in the U.S., said Alan Weinstein of rivaguru.com, who joined the outing.

“There were just 4,000 total built before Carlo Riva sold the company in the early 1970s,” Weinstein said.

The boats were designed by third-generation Italian yacht builder Carlo Riva in the 30-ish years following World War II. Previous pages: Five of the six Rivas that descended upon Lake Martin last month break ahead on a Saturday morning outing; Clockwise from left: The Riva line of luxury runabouts was built by Italian yachtbuilder Carlo Riva following World War II and into the early 1970s; Alexander City's Buddy King (left) and Riva guru Alan Weinstein take the 1965-66 restored 664 model into a turn; The Riva dashboards were built to resemble the cab of an American automobile; Clark's Bumblebee breaks from the traditional aquamarine interior with white and black checks and yellow upholstery; Guests included reknowned Riva restorer Erio Matteri, who traveled from Italy's Lake Como, and others from California and Florida; The sleek African mahogany, paired with striking aqua-blue accents, became the standard look of the luxury brand; the Rivas featured U.S. engines, which were all-the-rage at the time.

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“The objective was to build a play toy for the rich – one of excellent quality,” Weinstein explained.

The iconic mahogany hulls accented with aquamarine striping became synonymous with luxury, and even today, the Riva is to boating what the Rolls Royce is to automobiles.

“It is the sweetest riding boat in the world, purity of form and function,” Weinstein added.

The boats feature American engines and dashboards that mirror those of cars. They have been showcased in television commercials for luxury items and owned by Hollywood’s biggest stars, including Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton.

And they are of meticulous and exquisite design. The hull of each boat was cut from a single tree, so the grains would exhibit a perfect match from one side of the boat to the other. The bow inlays were cut from flat boards to showcase the angle of the grains and contrast with the finer and sleeker grains of the vertical-cut gunnels.The Aquarama models featured a cushioned sundeck over the engine compartment.

And they glide over the water like music on the breeze – a vision of iconic beauty.

Left: Though the Riva company originated in 1842 and quickly gained an exemplary reputation in boat building, it is best known for its luxury yachts; Below: Lake Martin's Mark Clark (left) and Steve Windom (driving the Riva Olympic on the right), along with Steve's wife, Mary, organized the Lake Martin Riva Run.

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"Bob-WHITE" You've got to love a wild bird that introduces himself.

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The Northern Bobwhite Quail does exactly that. Its most distinguishing call is a clear, bold “bob white” with the “white” rising in pitch toward the call’s end. Sometimes, they stutter a bit, starting off with a more quiet note and then getting louder: “bob-Bob-WHITE!” This call is one of the most easily identifiable bird sounds in our area. While “bob white” is mostly whistled by unmated males during the summer breeding season, both males and females will make the call to locate each other at any time of year.

Male Bobwhite Quail are called “bobs” or “cocks” and females are call “hens.” Both genders often will fly up to a tree branch or some other elevated position when making their trademark calls. Skilled human whistlers mimicking the call will sometimes see a Bobwhite flying toward them as they search for a companion.

While “Bob-WHITE!” is the most famous call, it is a small part of the Bobwhite Quail’s vocabulary. Scientists have documented a grand total of 20 different sounds that these birds use to communicate with each other.

We know a whole lot about Northern Bobwhite Quail. Because they also are a favorite native American game bird, these quail are among the most studied of any North American bird.

Their scientific name is Colinus virginianus. These birds are pocket-sized members of the Galliformes order, which includes most of the world’s upland game birds and dinner table poultry favorites, from turkey, pheasant, grouse and partridge to chickens – both wild, like North America’s Greater PrairieChicken, and domestic chickens, which are the same species as the wild Red Junglefowl from Asia.

Bobwhite are the only native quail in the Eastern United States, and they range west to Colorado. Northern Bobwhites also are endemic residents in southern Canada, most of Mexico, Cuba and some other Caribbean islands. There are five other species of quail native to North America: California Quail, Mountain Quail, Gambel’s Quail, Scaled Quail and Mearn’s Quail.

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All quail are prey species for most predators, and individuals rarely live longer than one year, though Bobwhites have been known to reach the age of 6.

Northern Bobwhite Quail have a number of different looks, depending on where they live – there are 21 subspecies of this bird – and there is lots of coloring and feather pattern variety among local birds, as well. In the Lake Martin area, both bobs and hens have similar body coloring, an attractive pattern of small black and white markings on a background of brown (on their backs) or white (on their bellies) that makes an amazingly effective camouflage. Bobs have black heads with white throat patches and white mask stripes around their heads that touch both eyes and their bills. Hens have similar patterns with less contrast, usually brown feathers on their heads with buff or off-white throat patches and masks.

These birds are about 10 inches long, with a wingspan of roughly 14 inches. They are round birds, not elongated, and they have pale legs and feet and a short, downward-curved dark brown or black bill.

Northern Bobwhite Quail are very social birds. They live in groups (called coveys) of three to 20 or more birds. During the day, coveys walk the ground together, feeding, and when they rest, they “covey up” in a circle, facing out with their tails together. If you ever walk too close to a covey, you will have one of the most thrilling – or startling – experiences that occurs in our southern forests and fields. The birds will freeze when they hear you coming, and if you get too close, they will explode into flight right under your feet and escape in multiple directions. It’s a truly breathtaking experience – maybe even heart-stopping: the sudden sound of wing beats and the sight of a dozen or more buzz bombs zipping low to the ground at close proximity.

The exciting rise of a covey is one of the reasons that quail are often called America’s favorite game bird. Upland hunters use pointing birddogs to locate coveys; then, “walk them up” until a covey flushes.

Like most prey animals, Northern Bobwhite Quail are shy and like to stay out of sight.

The birds covey up by sitting in a circle with their tails at the center

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A Bobwhite Quail will sometimes perch on a tree branch to call out and locate other quail

These birds spend most A pocket-sized bird, the of their time on the ground, Bobwhite is a favorite native foraging for seeds and leaves, American game bird with some insects – like flies, bees, beetles and spiders – rounding out the diet. They are most active in the early morning and late afternoon.

Bobwhite prefer fields or open pine forests and are often found in new growth areas where the ground has been disturbed – such as agricultural fields – or recently burned or logged pine forests.

Over most of their range, they do not need to have ponds or creeks nearby because they can get the water they need from dew.

Northern Bobwhite usually have only one brood a year, but they can have as many as three.

Their mating ritual begins when the bobs puff up their feathers, spreading their wings and tails and approaching hens they would like to court.

Both bobs and hens work together to scratch out a saucer-sized nest on the ground, usually in vegetation but near a field. The nest is a couple of inches deep and about half a foot wide, lined with grasses and soft vegetation, and sometimes an arching roof of grasses provides cover above the nest. Scientists have reported that bobs will sit on eggs in about a quarter of all Bobwhite quail nests, giving his partner a break. They have also reported that once a nest is built, multiple hens could lay eggs in the same nest. There have even been reports of a bob sitting on eggs in a nest while his mate lays another clutch of eggs in a nearby nest.

A Bobwhite hen will lay a lot of off-white eggs – 7 to 28 – but she only lays one per day. The eggs hatch after 23 days.

When they first emerge, the chicks are very tiny, roughly the size of a thimble and weigh 1/6 of an ounce each. They can feed themselves and move around as soon as they break through the eggshell, and they stay very close to their parents for the first few days. Baby quail can fly at the ripe old age of one week. Fifteen weeks after hatching, the chicks reach adult size.

Over the past 50 years or so, Northern Bobwhite Quail have experienced a major decline in population, estimated at almost 85 percent. The reasons are multitude: The decline of small farms and hedgerows-bordered fields and the increased

use of pesticides and herbicides that reduce food sources are two primary reasons. Other factors in declining quail numbers include the national protection of raptors that prey on them; the explosion of fire ants in much of their range; urbanization of forestlands; and wildfire suppression.

Look for these quail around Lake Martin in pine plantations that have fields nearby, especially in stands of pines that have been burned two to three years ago and are now covered in heavy brambles.

Or just listen for them to introduce themselves: “bob-BobWHITE!” Some information for this article came from The Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s All About Birds, The National Audubon Society, Quail Forever and The Animal Diversity Web from the University of Michigan.

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love thoroughbred horse racing. Not because I am and run hard. Let’s take a look to see how the summer a big gambler (I am not), or a dandy dresser (again, months have catapulted this year past 2018, to be on par not) or married to a woman with a love of big hats with the mighty, the undefeated, 2017. Counting sales (nope). through Aug. 31, there have been 252 waterfront home I love horse racing because I have had the chance to sales so far in 2019 in the Lake Martin Area Association of watch a few live races with a friend of mine in Kentucky.

Realtors’ Multiple Listing System. During the same time Not only is the pageantry and industry amazframe in 2017, there were 255. That is a little ing, but also, it is just completely awe-inspirmore than 1 percent difference – a statistical ing to watch those huge, athletic horses speed tie. by, going flat out, each striving for victory. I This year achieved its surge by record love it because you can tell the horses love it. monthly sales. The months of May (40), July It is like watching a bird dog work a covey of (55) and August (38) saw best-ever sales for quail. Pure joy. their respective months. June 2019 posted a One thing I learned in my trips to Kentucky healthy 37 waterfront home sales, which was is an aspect of how thoroughbreds are trained. fourth best.

Often, when they are out on the practice track, After a summer like that, I think that Lake the trainers use a “rabbit” horse. Essentially, Martin has a real chance to beat the banner LAKE PROPERTY

BY JOHN COLEY the rabbit’s role is to get a headstart on the year of 2017. Another feather in 2019’s cap is thoroughbred that is practicing. Toward the the existence of slightly more homes for sale end of the run, as the thoroughbred rounds the turn and than 2017. In August of this year, there were about 270 lines up for the home stretch, it sees the rabbit jogging leiwaterfront homes for sale, compared to 247 in August of surely ahead of it. The rabbit horse gives the thoroughbred 2017. The 9.3 percent difference this year means that we a target – a goal for which to strive. The rabbit is there to can sell at a lower rate than 2017 and still come out on inspire the thoroughbred’s competitive juices to run hard to top. This race will be interesting to watch in the last four the finish line. months of this year.

I am reminded of rabbit horses when I reflect on our Waterfront lot sales, however, did not seem to catch real estate market here at the lake. This year in waterfront the same second wind as home sales. Through the end of home sales on Lake Martin has been interesting. We started August, the members of the Lake Martin MLS have sold a out jogging along, on par with 2018. It would seem that total of 44 lots. That is about 10 percent down from 2018’s 2019 was on track to trail 2017, the best year on record, by 49 sales and just about on par with 2017 and 2016. Those about 18 percent; yet, suddenly, in the last four months, a two years each had sold 44 waterfront lots through the end summer sales surge has caught the lake on fire. of August.

Looking back, it now seems that 2018 was just serving Inventory of available waterfront lots also is going in as a rabbit for 2019. Last year was loping along, minding the opposite direction as homes for sale. In August, there its own business, when May 2019 decided to get serious were 120 waterfront lots for sale, about 28 percent fewer

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than the same time in 2018. This year equaled 2017 and was about 8 percent lower than the 130 lots for sale in 2016.

These results make for a curious situation in the Lake Martin real estate market. Waterfront home and lot sales do not seem to trend in the same direction. Neither do inventory levels. Waterfront home sales are churning steadily, and the wise homebuyer should not hesitate when that dream home is found, even though we are experiencing a slight uptick in homes for sale. Lot buyers should take note that while lot sales have not set records so far this year, lower inventory levels could be the harbinger of increased prices in the future.

The good news is that real estate sellers and buyers have more time to think than is given to the average racehorse and jockey. There is no crowd yelling at them, no TV cameras tracking their moves, not even a rabbit horse in front of them to chase. They can take their time, but not too long.

John Coley is a broker and owner of Lake Martin Voice Realty.

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You play Lt. Commander Eric Blackburn in the CBS television series Seal Team. What kind of training have you had to take to play a Navy Seal?

There was no boot camp or big training session to teach us all how to be Navy Seals. I don’t think anything could ever prepare us for that. Instead, we’ve learned so much of this on the fly. When we’re shooting something we’ve never done before, we stop rolling, and our consultants – actual Navy Seals and Special Forces guys – come on set and teach us to do it right. Even the verbal things. There’s no give on the dialogue. These guys in our Service communicate a certain way, and it is of the utmost importance to get that exactly right.

Your recording schedule is pretty intense and tough. In what ways does the show really hit the mark on what it’s like to be a Seal? Do you feel like you really could be a Navy Seal after playing one?

The one thing that playing a Navy Seal has taught me is that absolutely no way possible could I be one. It’s an honor to play these guys, but I don’t think I could do what they do.

The show’s new season kicks off in early October. What’s in store for audiences this season? Cliffhangers, please!

The third season kicks off on Wednesday, Oct. 2, at 8 Central time on CBS. Something new this season is that we are shooting internationally. The first four episodes that we’ve shot so far this season are overseas. In fact, I just got back from filming in Serbia. These episodes will look nothing like anything you’ve seen on TV before.

This season, we will go into depth with the characters, more into who these guys are. There also will be a lot more action in store for season three. Just when I think we’ve seen it all, I read a new action scene, and it’s amazing.

In addition to your role on Seal Team, you have collected credits in several movies, including Grudge Match, Jack Reacher: Never Go Back and The Big Short and have played scenes opposite Woody Harrelson, Tom Cruise and others. What stands out, so far, for you in your career and why?

What stands out is such a hard question: It’s like asking which one is your favorite child. You put so much into each job. They’re all my favorites. Working with Robert De Niro was a highlight in Grudge Match.

Before you became an actor, you worked on an oil rig. Tell us about making that career transition.

Hah! The oil rig job, yes, I worked offshore and onshore for about three years. That was sort of a means to an end for me in order to save money to become an actor. I knew that going to L.A. was going to be super-expensive, and I didn’t want to have to give up too soon on being an actor because I ran out of money, so I knew I needed to build up a nest egg.

Working on the oil rigs helped me do that, and I met so many interesting people out there. I look back on it fondly, and I still channel some of the personalities I met out there – ways of speaking and little ticks.

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During the summer break from your work, you make a point of spending some time at Lake Martin with your family. How does being at the lake help you re-connect and nurture those relationships?

We’ve made it a family tradition now to visit our good friend, George Hardy, at Lake Martin. Our annual stay keeps getting longer each year because we love it so much. We started three years ago with just me and my twin boys visiting for a couple days and taking advantage of the lake. So the next summer, 2018, my wife, myself, my three kids – the boys and my daughter – and even my sister – we all spent five days at the lake and just had an awesome time.

I tell people all the time about Lake Martin. I don’t want to get the word out there too much, but I tell you what, it’s the best-kept secret in the South, this lake that we go to. It’s probably my favorite place now in the entire South to vacation and take the family. It’s got a great spot in our hearts and in our lives, and we’re going to keep coming back as much as possible.

What do the kids love the most about being at the lake?

They would probably do the rope swing all day long as much as we would let them. Start to finish, they love the rope swing. Swinging off and splashing into the water, they absolutely love that. They love Goat Island. They love riding the Jet Skis, the Sea-Doos. There is not a single part that they don’t like. They are like us.

How have you been treated by the locals?

Amazing. Lake Martin and the Alexander City area are full of some of the nicest people I’ve ever met, and I’m not just saying that because I’m talking to you. The only thing better than the scenery is the people. Everyone we’ve met there has been so genuinely nice and welcoming that it really feels like a second home to us when we go to Lake Martin.

What charities or community service are important to you and why?

Anything I can do to help our troops, our veterans, is always incredibly rewarding for myself and good for our country. I love working with the USO; they help me get on the ground and go visit troops.

Another organization I work with in a community north of Los Angeles is Homes for Families. This group builds houses, one by one, for lower-income veterans. I also do some charity work for an organization called Gold Star Wives, spouses who have lost a loved one in combat in the different branches of the military.

Those men and women over there are defending our country, so we’re able to pursue what we want to do. I think supporting our troops and vets is not political. It’s not a red issue; it’s not a blue issue. It’s a purple thing. It’s for all of us, and the more awareness I can draw to our troops and veterans, the better.

What valuable life lesson did you learn as a child?

I was brought up to say, ‘yes, sir,’ ‘no, sir,’ ‘yes, ma’am,’ ‘no, ma’am,’ ‘please,’ ‘thank you.’ That was instilled in me at a very young age. Learning your manners is so important. In this day and age, you stand out if you have manners. That’s the most important thing I learned as a child.

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What makes a home in National Village so special is the sum of the parts of National Village. The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Grand National, the pool and spa, the lake, the hiking trails, the dining, the friendship, and of course Auburn Football.

Perhaps the saying is true, the whole is equal to the sum of its parts.

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The Annex

The complex will offer retail shopping, boat and RV storage and an entertainment pavilion

Grand opening event planned Oct. 5

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The Annex On Lake Martin will open Oct. 5 with live music, food trucks, activities for all ages and more from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at 8614 Kowaliga Rd. The multi-service venue on nearly 20 acres along state Route 63 at Kowaliga will make its debut with a free festival to showcase a variety of amenities that include a covered pavilion and event space, retail shopping and boat and RV storage.

Developed by MAlexander Properties, The Annex will include 6,000 square feet of covered entertainment space for weddings, car shows, flea markets, reunions and other occasions.

“Nobody has anything that large and outdoor around the lake,” said The Annex owner Mark Alexander, a Lake Martin native.

Alexander also has included 8,000 square feet of retail space that could be subdivided to accommodate a variety of business models. In addition, the facility includes 100 16-foot by 43-foot boat and RV storage units with 14 feet of vertical clearance to accommodate 40-foot RV units and allow weekend boaters to keep tops raised and boats well protected during summer or winter storage.

The property includes about 5 acres of wetlands, through which Alexander plans to build trails that will be open to the public year round for wildlife viewing.

“We’re having a grand opening on Oct. 5, so people can come in and see what The Annex is and all the different ways that they can use it,” Alexander said.

The grand opening event will begin at 11 a.m., and Southern City Lights will take the stage at 4 p.m. to headline the day’s entertainment schedule. Southern City Lights, based in Heflin, Alabama, was voted “Best Wedding Band in Alabama” in 2018 and 2019 by theknot.com, one of the nation’s largest online resource wedding marketplaces.

The band plays a wide mix of musical styles all across the Southeast.

Visit theannexonlakemartin.com or email Alexander at malexprop@gmail.com for more renderings, photos, news and information about The Annex On Lake Martin.

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here’s been a buzz animals. on the internet about On a brighter note, toxic algae the past to my knowledge, Lake few months. Last month, Martin has never had three dogs died after a problems with toxic swim at a pond in North algal blooms. We have Carolina. Another incihad algal blooms but not dent occurred in Austin, toxic ones. There was Texas, where, after a situation in which an Blue-green algal bloom in a swimming in Ladybird algal bloom was implipond at the E.W. Shell Fisheries Lake, three more dogs cated in taste and odor Station at Auburn University. died. And a third inciproblems in the City of Source: Dr. Alan Wilson dent came from next Alexander City’s drinkdoor in Georgia when a ing water from Lake dog died after a swim in Lake Allatoona.

Martin in 2017, but there was no toxic bloom involved.

Lake Watch of Lake Martin received several inquiries It is possible that a toxic bloom could in our lake, parconcerning the risk of letting family pets swim in the lake, ticularly in isolated sloughs that get a lot of nutrients during as well as the risk to their owners. Other incidents have the hot summer months. Key ingredients for an algal bloom involved the deaths or sickening of livestock, taste and odor include warm water, nutrients (nitrogen and phosphorus, problems with municipal drinking water supplies, sickening fertilizers that might be used on lawns and gardens) and of people and closures of swim beaches. relatively stagnant water.

While researching the topic, I came upon To prevent it from happening here, the No. a toxic algal blooms primer from Auburn 1 practice would be to use fertilizers sparUniversity’s Dr. Alan Wilson, whose specialty ingly around the lake and along streams and for two decades has been the ecology of algal the Tallapoosa River and to consider using a blooms in bodies of water that are used for no-phosphorus fertilizer. Phosphorus is the recreation, drinking water, aquaculture and most potent nutrient to cause algal blooms in zoos. Lake readers can find the article on the our lake. Most established lawns don’t need it Alabama Water Watch AWWareness blog at (they need the nitrogen), so use the no-phoswp.auburn.edu/aww (scroll to Expert View: phorus fertilizer whenever possible.

Toxic Algal Blooms), Wilson answered frePreserve/establish vegetated buffer strips/ quently asked questions, including: zones along streams that drain into the n What is blue-green algae, and what makes Tallapoosa River, which drains into Lake LAKE WATCH it toxic?

Martin (the lake’s watershed encompasses

BY ERIC REUTEBUCH n What types of water bodies does it affect? almost 1,600 square miles starting below Lake n What precautions should people take for Harris Dam and extending down to the Martin themselves and for their pets or livestock?

Dam, known as the Middle Tallapoosa Watershed). Of n Can you tell by looking at the water if it is safe? course, these practices are recommended for other watern What are the symptoms for people and animals? sheds as well. n He included links to more information on toxic algal A developing concern that I’d like to close with is the blooms, also known as HABs (harmful algal blooms) explosion of chicken houses in the lake’s watershed, which caused by blue-green algae. was revealed in a recent survey of the watershed. These An important caveat that Wilson warned about is sightcould be a major source of nutrients coming into the lake if identification of HABs. While many algal blooms look their waste product – chicken litter – is not managed propdistinctive and can be identified by sight, some toxic blueerly. Lake Watch is actively assessing this potential threat to green algae blooms don’t typically form scums on the the lake’s water quality. I plan to offer additional informasurface of the water, even when abundant, and they cannot tion in my next article, so stay tuned. always be identified by sight.

Lastly, we’re always looking for folks to help in our Lastly, not all blue-green algal blooms produce toxins, water monitoring, public outreach and other watershed but if they are present in the water – stay out! I would stewardship efforts. We’d love to have you come aboard. strongly encourage all lake-goers to read Wilson’s article, Go to www.lakewatch.org to sign on. check out information on HABs at lakewatch.org (click the Information about Toxic Algae menu), and become familiar Eric Reutebuch is president of Lake Watch Lake Martin. with HABs and the dangers they pose to people and their Learn more at www.lakewatch.org.

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Crab Rice

CHEF’S TABLE

BY ROB MCDANIEL

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Rob McDaniel, executive chef and general manager at SpringHouse Restaurant, earned a bachelor's degree in restaurant and hotel management from Auburn University and is a graduate of the New England Culinary Institute.

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Ingredients

1 cup white rice 1 pound picked, unpasteurized, jumbo lump crab 2 cups vegetable or shrimp stock 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup sliced celery 1/4 cup diced smoked bacon Pinch of salt and pepper 1/4 cup sliced scallion 1 teaspoon toasted benne seeds or sesame seeds

Directions

In a medium pot, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat; add bacon and cook for 2-3 minutes until it browns slightly; then, add celery and rice. Stir everything to coat rice and celery with butter and bacon drippings; then, add stock and pinch of salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat; then, cover and reduce to a simmer. Cook until rice is fluffy – about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and fold in crab and remaining butter; top with scallions and benne seeds.

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Reduce your risk Lifestyle changes could lower likelihood of breast cancer

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he second most common cancer among women or no strong family history or no genetic mutation, such is breast cancer. Although breast cancer is usuas the BRCA gene. ally thought of as a women’s disease, men also Women aged 40-44 are encouraged to begin mamare vulnerable. During the month of October, the goal of mogram screenings; women 45-54 are advised to get the American Cancer Society is to spread breast cancer annual mammograms; and women 55 and older could get awareness. Breast cancer prevention begins with estabmammograms every other year or continue yearly mamlishing healthy habits. mograms. Women in Research shows that high risk categories (as positive lifestyle changdetermined by a physiEarly es can decrease breast cian) may be advised to detection cancer risks. Routine get an MRI and mamaids survival doctor visits, screenings, mogram each year, listening to your body beginning at age 30. and living a healthy lifeAlthough regular mamstyle that includes exermograms are important, cise and healthy eating it also is important to could decrease your risk know that screening is of any disease, including not foolproof. breast cancer.

It is important to be Breast cancer begins tuned in to your body when cells grow out and to know how your of control and usually breasts normally look form a tumor that can be and feel and report any detected by X-ray or felt concerns immediately as a lump. The tumor is to your physician. There malignant or cancerous are several signs and if the cells invade tissue or spread to other symptoms to be aware of; although these areas of the body. Breast cancer can originate symptoms do not always indicate breast canfrom different parts of the breast. The most cer, they should be checked by your physicommon breast cancers start in the ducts that cian. carry milk to the nipple or in the glands that The most common symptom of breast canmake breast milk. cer is a new lump or mass. Other possible The American Cancer Society states that symptoms could include swelling of all or early detection and state-of-the-art cancer part of the breast, skin irritation, breast or treatments are the most important stratenipple pain, nipple retraction – in which it gies for fighting breast cancer. Breast cancer turns inward – redness or thickening of the that is found early, when it is small and has nipple or breast skin and nipple discharge not spread to any other part of the body, is other than breast milk. Sometimes, breast easier to treat successfully. The goal of reguHEALTHY LIVING cancer can spread to lymph nodes under the lar screenings is to find it before it presents arm or the collarbone. This can cause swellBY JULIE HUDSON itself, as not all breast cancers reveal theming even before a tumor can be detected in selves with lumps. Regular screenings, particularly mam- the breast. It is recommended that swollen lymph nodes mograms, are the most preventable strategy to finding always be checked by your doctor. breast cancer in the early stage.

There is no guaranteed way to prevent breast cancer; According to the cancer society, most breast lumps are however, there are several things you can do to lower not cancerous. There are several screening guidelines for your risk. A few of the risk factors are things you cannot women who are considered to be average risk and high change. The most common risk factors that are out of risk. The American Cancer Society states that women are your control are being female, aging, particular inherited considered at average risk if there is no personal history genes, family history, ethnicity, having dense breast tis64 LAKE

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sue, starting menstruation early or going through menopause after age 55.

The American Cancer Society emphasizes the most important risk factor that can be controlled is maintaining a healthy weight. The cancer society recommends staying at a healthy weight throughout your life by eating healthy and staying physically active. Studies have shown that moderate (fast walking) to vigorous (increased heart rate and sweating) physical activity is linked to a reduced breast cancer risk. The recommendation is 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of intense activity each week. Exercises that increase strength (weight lifting) and flexibility (stretching or yoga) are also very beneficial.

Alcohol consumption can increase your risk of breast cancer. The American Cancer Society recommends that a women have no more than one alcoholic drink a day (12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine or 1.5 ounces of hard liquor). Breastfeeding an infant for several months can reduce your breast cancer risk.

Hormone therapy used after menopause may cause an increased risk of breast cancer; therefore, talk to your physician about alternative options.

Eating a healthy diet filled with cancer fighting foods can lead to weight maintenance and also can protect against some cancers. The American Dietetic Association recommends including dark green leafy and cruciferous vegetables – such as spinach, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, collards, turnip greens, cabbage and kale – as a regular part of your diet. Citrus fruit, berries and pomegranate, oats, barley, bulgur, rye, whole grain breads and cereals, dried beans and peas, lentils and soybeans all contribute to a healthy diet and have cancerfighting properties.

As we embrace the month of October for Breast Cancer Awareness we are reminded that choosing healthy lifestyle habits is so important. Although nothing is foolproof, research has shown there are great benefits that come with maintaining a healthy weight, making exercise a regular part of your day, consuming healthy foods and being proactive with your breast health by scheduling regular checkups and screenings.

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How much does the moon really matter in fishing?

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s I sat down to write this article, the moon began er – a major factor with a multitude of variables that can to come up. For several nights, the moon had change by the hour on any given day. Fishing pressure, been brighter and brighter as it made its way seasonal phases, bait selection and presentation, hydrotoward a full moon. After many years of gazing into power generation schedules, the list goes on and on. the sky as a kid and now as an adult, I still find myself So the solunar periods fall pretty close to the bottom wondering just how much influence this great object in on the totem pole for me personally when fishing, but the sky really has on our lives and the world around us, don’t let that discourage you from conducting your own especially when it comes to fishing. As an angler, I’ve personal experiments with the solunar periods. built some unscientific opinions about how the moon I do believe that they can influence fish to feed better affects my fishing, in particular the species that I – and if all other variables are fairly consistent. If you keep a I’m sure many of you – seek on a regular basis. fishing log, it would be fun to write those periods down Earlier this year, we celebrated the 50th anniversary of in comparison to your fishing day and see just how much putting a man on the moon. Many documentaries were it mattered. To be objective, you would have to consider aired on television, recalling that event on July 20, 1969. as many variables as possible, including those mentioned It caused me to wonder again: How much does the above, and make sure something else wasn’t a driving moon really matter in fishing? force in your success.

As anglers, we are naturally curious about anything A similar study done by Ralph Manns was mentioned that might help make our fishing trips more productive. in the previously referenced in-fisherman.com article. He As long as I can remember, there have been moon phase ran statistical data based on 2,500 fishing trips and found calendars that predict good fishing (and some correlations with the solunar periods, hunting) times. But, I finally asked myself especially during times of the year when the where these came from. Who decided these bass feed more heavily. were the best times and why?

Moon phase is a little bit different beast A quick search on Wikipedia and review to consider. The gravitational pull on the of an article that Steve Quinn wrote for Earth is greater during full moons and new in-fisherman.com (April 29, 2015) revealed moons because those are the times when the that in 1926, a man named John Alden sun, moon and Earth are aligned. The best Knight developed a theory that there were evidence of this effect is in the tides. Tides peak times to fish and hunt based on the are stronger during the full moon and new alignment of the sun and moon. He later moons because of the extra gravitational pull published and patented a set of tables that from the sun and moon together. As we conpredicted those major and minor times when sider the freshwater system in Lake Martin, BIG CATCHES fish and game might be most active. that gravitational pull may not be visible in

BY GREG VINSON Knight’s solunar theory has been followed changing water level like saltwater tides, but by anglers and hunters alike for many years it’s still there. since. Peak times are based on when the Then there is the simple variable of light. moon is directly overhead or underfoot of a given locaWe’ve all seen just how much light a full moon produces tion along a reference longitude. The minor times were and just how dark it can be during a new moon. Light is developed based on when the moon is at a 90-degree a driving force in Nature, whether from the sun, a full angle to that location. There are a lot of experienced moon or a reflection of light by the moon. In my experianglers and hunters who follow these solunar predictions ence traveling around the country chasing bass, I believe as a guide to when their chances of success might be full moons and new moons can be driving forces in bass best. activity.

Although I didn’t find much in a shallow search on For example, bass are likely to spawn at certain times how Quinn developed his theory, I trust that there was based on a number of factors, one being the photopeenough scientific data collected to show a correlation. In riod (day length); another is water temperature, which short, this means that there really could be some merit to generally falls in close range year after year, dependthose times that now can be accessed through apps, web- ing on how far north or south I am; and then, there is sites, literature, etc. moon phase. For me, Florida is the best example of this.

I must admit that I personally don’t follow these solu- Unlike a lot of places in the country, the water temperanar times religiously. I oftentimes don’t get to choose tures in Florida are in the prime range for bass spawning exactly when I’m going fishing. Most anglers have (60 to 75 degrees) for several months of the year. Temps windows of opportunity to fish, such as weekends or don’t generally fall below 60 degrees for very long, even scheduled off-days. Tournament anglers have to fish on in winter, so the moon seems to be a larger factor in trigthe days that the events are scheduled. Tournaments start gering the fish to start moving up. at safe light and usually finish around 2 p.m. or 3 p.m.

In other areas of the country where the windows of In my opinion, there are countless other variables at play prime temperature ranges are smaller, the full moon and that can dictate success on the water. new moon seem to have less influence, but if the water First, you have to be around fish. Sounds simple, but conditions align with a full or new moon, it’s almost you have to find fish to catch them; then, there is weath- a given that a large group of fish will be moving up to OCTOBER 2019

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spawn. Keep in mind, though, that later than normal during the day.

Research shows that the fish activity in the spawn is less about Whatever the case, this is the one moon could really have feeding and more about making more time that I feel that I can count on the some influence over fish, but fish. effects of the moon to influence bass don't let it tell when you can I’ve seen a similar effect on bass activity. and can't go fishing forage – such as shad, bream and This also is a time when gravicrawfish. Shad and bream spawns tational pull is greatest and could seem to be stronger during full possibly be a strong enough factor to moons, and although I don’t know compete with weather and other varimuch about crawfish rituals, I’ve seen ables. We do have to be around them the bass gorge on craws around full to catch them, though, so location still moons. Increased activity by the bass’ matters. favorite food sources results in more In the end, after doing a little more chances to feed. research and considering personal Are the forage active because they experience, I seem to have come to are in the act of reproducing? Or are the same conclusion that many others they just more active because of the have when it comes to the moon: It moon? does matter, but it’s very hard to say I’ve also witnessed the mid-day how much. bite that’s associated with a full moon. In this case, I’ve I, personally, am not ready to only fish when the solunar wondered if that was driven by the effects of the increased tables tell me the fish are biting. I’m going when I get a gravitational pull or just because the fish fed heavily in chance to go or when I’m scheduled to go. And I will conthe middle of the night; and then again, during the middle sider the weather, the time of year, water temperature, the of the day, once their food had been digested. The solunar type of fishery, water level, generation schedules and a few tables tell us that the best bite is mid-day during a full and other things; and then, I’ll worry about the moon. new moon. In that case, it would be hard to argue with the Unless, of course, it’s close to the spawn. tables.

Wildlife are active at night during a full moon, so it Greg Vinson is a full-time professional angler on the wouldn’t be far-fetched to think that after being up all night Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour. He lives in Wetumpka eating, fish might decide to sleep in and be hungry a little and grew up fishing on Lake Martin.

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Lambeth and Stinson win inaugural title

Pelham's David Clayton sank a hole-in-one on Willow Point's 13th hole

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Creek, Georgia, in a sudden death The contest was a re-branding of the former Willow playoff to take home the title at the Amateur Golf Tournament. Willow Point partnered with the inaugural Southeast Mid-Amateur Alabama Golf Association to attract some of the best amaFour-Ball Championship at Willow teur golfers in the Southeast. The inaugural event paired 80 Point Golf & Country Club. After two-man sides between the two divisions. The mid-amateur both teams finished at 18 under competition for ages 25-plus fielded 50 teams, and the senior PAR for the COURSE division for ages 50-plus included 30 two-man teams. par for 198 total strokes, Lambeth holed a 3-foot birdie to take the At the end of the second round, the teams were cut to the 30

BY MATT SHEPPARD mid-amateur division win. lowest scores.

In the senior division, D. Copeland of Columbus, Georgia, and Neill Hatcher of Matt Sheppard is the PGA Director of Golf at Willow Point Birmingham, Alabama, led wire-to-wire to win the title, cardGolf and Country Club. ing a final round of 69 for a total at 20 under. They edged out Claud Cooper of Mountain Book and Ted Sartin of Alexander City by one stroke.

Two hole-in-ones were recorded on the first day of the tournament with Eric Messer of Vestavia sinking his No. 11 tee shot at 161 yards and David Clayton of Pelham hitting a 183yard drive to hole No. 13.

Lambeth and Stinson led their division throughout the three-day tournament, which featured 54 holes of four-ball play. They finished the first round on Friday, Aug. 23, at 8 under par, turning in a score at 64, just one stroke over Lance Goodson and Ty Patterson of Hoover.

At the end of the second round, Goodson and Patterson shared the lead with Lambeth and Stinson at 14 under, but the Hoover side fell to sixth place during the final round, finishing at 201 and 15 under par.

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Parting Shot

The Lake Martin Riva Run made a tour of Lake Martin landmarks.

Photo by Kenneth Boone

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