Welcome to April's issue!
Spring is upon us, and many of us welcome the warmer weather and new adventures!
Ready for an up-close look at some interesting and unusual wild animals? Come along as we visit Georgia’s drive-through safari parks. Turn to “No passport required,” beginning on page 24, for a glimpse of fun safari experiences that are just a short drive away.
If airplanes fascinate you, Georgia’s air shows are sure to please. Both educational and entertaining, these events feature aerobatic stunts as well as opportunities to learn more about the featured planes (and pilots). Turn to “Let your spirits soar at Georgia’s air shows” on page 30 for details.
Have a favorite band that you’d love to see in concert, but the group is not touring? There’s a good chance a tribute band has formed to pay homage to the original musical artists.
In “Let’s rock!” beginning on page 21, meet several Georgia musicians who have formed tribute bands to celebrate good music. (This month’s calendar features concerts by several touring tribute bands, too; see page 10.)
This month we also celebrate co-op linemen and the work they do in all kinds of conditions to keep our lights on. Did you know that electric membership
cooperative (EMC) lineworkers maintain the largest power-distribution network in the state, with 196,921 miles of line?
Check out this month’s Cooperative Concerns on page 28 to learn some fast facts about lineworkers and the work they do. And be sure to see the art created by youngsters in North Georgia EMC’s territory in appreciation of linemen on page 14.
Have a note of thanks you’d like to share with Georgia’s co-op linemen—or a story to share about how a lineman has helped your community? Email us at
magazine@georgiaemc.com.
Happy reading!
Jennifer J. Hewett
Editor
