Welcome to June's issue!
Some of my fondest summertime memories as a kid involve camping along the river with my grandparents in the mountains and splashing with my cousins at Lake Allatoona and Lake Lanier.
If being on (or near) the water is your happy place, adventures await this month! Come along as we head to the calm waters of Georgia’s rivers and lakes to explore paddling adventures. Whether you enjoy canoeing, stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking or just watching others on the water, “Paddle on, Georgia!” is for you. Read more on page 16.
Are you gearing up to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our country’s founding? To learn about Colonial Georgia and beyond, take a look at Georgia’s historic forts in this month’s Around Georgia. See “A trip through history” on page 24.
The FIFA World Cup shines a spotlight on our state this month, with matches set for June and July in Atlanta. As part of this large-scale event, many other Georgia cities are celebrating soccer and welcoming visitors from all over the world, too. With official watch parties, the FIFA Fan Festival and a community showcase, there’s plenty of soccer action ahead. Turn to page 18 to read more.
Supporting others is part of being a good neighbor. This month we head to the Legacy Ranch in The Rock, where comedian, author and philanthropist Steve Harvey is helping to transform lives through a mentoring camp for boys without fathers, an enrichment program for single moms and a leadership camp for girls. The ranch also offers food to the community and scholarships for students.
Read about these programs in “A firm foundation” on page 20.
Thank you for spending time with Georgia Magazine this month. We’re glad you’re here!
Enjoy!
Jennifer J. Hewett
Editor
