summer 2013 contributors Tim Haston has made Jackson County, Alabama home
Southern ways. Sunshine days. Water is the canvas on which we Southerners paint our lives. Life on the Water explores and introduces with a blend of people, lakes, rivers, towns, food, history and culture. It’s life in the South…on the water.
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for most of his life. He lives in Scottsboro with his two daughters, Wimberly and Windsor. He enjoys the simple wonders of nature, the seasonable beauty of North Alabama and the Southern spirit of the people in the area. Motivated by the many blessings God has given him through friends and family, Tim loves to share his thoughts through writing.
Navigating Tennessee’s byways on her Harley-Davidson, Becky Jane Newbold thrives on new experiences. From water skiing on Kentucky Lake to photographing wildlife or creating original works of art, her passion is staying current with fresh, innovative ideas. She is the owner/publisher of Validity magazine, the Voice of Nashville’s Trace. info@validitymag.com
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on the cover Boat drinks are a reflection of summer relaxation. Read our special FOOD section as we feature great DOCK & DINE destinations and their signature libations.
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Features
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Life on the Water’s 2013 Photo Contest See the snapshots that capture life on the water
Escape to Natchez, Mississippi Take the scenic Natchez Trace to the town that says Southern like nowhere else
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Man vs. Fish Kentucky officials, Louisiana chef declare war on fish that has caused injuries, threatens ecobalance in our lakes and rivers
The Isle of Capri Casino ferry boat in Natchez, Mississippi
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Features
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Life on the Water’s 2013 Photo Contest See the snapshots that capture life on the water
Escape to Natchez, Mississippi Take the scenic Natchez Trace to the town that says Southern like nowhere else
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Man vs. Fish Kentucky officials, Louisiana chef declare war on fish that has caused injuries, threatens ecobalance in our lakes and rivers
The Isle of Capri Casino ferry boat in Natchez, Mississippi
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Departments
In Every Issue
7 | Best on the Water survey Tell us your favorite SMALL TOWN on the water in the South…for feature stories in the Fall 2013 issue
3 | Reflections Through the eyes and words of modern-day poet Tim Haston
12 | Can’t Miss Calendar of Events Waterfront gatherings, brews, houseboats, soldiers and colors of red, white and blue 15 | Above Board Thumbs up…or down for summer fun products 22 | Q &A Best Apps on the Water 37 | People Meet Griffin Donaldson from Eddyville, Kentucky, college bound with help from marinas. 42 | In the Current What does the Obama budget do for your life on the water? 44 | Food Dock & Dine picks in Alabama and Mississippi…and our favorite boat drinks
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8 | Take Me to the River from Assistant Editor Chris Welch 9 | Voices Your letters, posts and tweets 34 | Map 12 favorite fishing holes in the South 50 | Scrapbook Proud to be an American 54 | Ship’s Store Services to make life on the water better 56 | Marketplace For sale on the water 65 | Resource Directory The companies that support Life on the Water…on the lakes, rivers and coastlines of the South 66 | Living Water Fixin’ To from publisher Christy Martin