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[ G O , S T AY , S H O P ]
40 ACCESSORIES FOR THE ADVENTUROUS
88 ATLANTA WEEKENDERS’ GUIDE
Gear to get you ready for spring and the great outdoors.
The best places to stay, eat, play and shop for an Atlanta adventure.
42 TAKE ME TO THE RIVER From monuments to meals: An insider’s guide on how to do River Street right.
48 KILLER JOBS
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92 AIR, LAND & SEA Savannah is a great place to visit, no matter how you get there.
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96 BIRDS OF A FEATHER
What won’t we do for money?
Hunting the unofficial national bird of the South with Marty Fischer.
54 BLACK LISTED
100 GUIDE TO URBAN ADVENTURES
South investigates what’s happening to the Second Amendment.
Create a new meaning of the term “weekend warrior.”
[ MEET ]
104 EXPERIENCE THE ANDAZ
68 SOUTH’S GREATEST MOMS
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Winners of the first annual contest give their motherly advice.
76 COAST GUARD A day in the lives of those who protect and serve our coast.
General Manager Pedro Perez creates a staycation wonderland.
108 HEAT WAVE South’s Greatest Bodies are unveiled in spring swim trends.
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154 CHEWING THE FAT The latest in Savannah’s dining scene.
156 ALFRESCO AMBIANCE And some darn good food, too: Our favorite places to dine outdoors.
162 BEST SOUTHERN FESTS Outdoor festivals that celebrate everything from cycling to swampland.
178 MOUTH OF THE SOUTH
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Old Savannah Tours’ Will Green speaks up about staycations in Savannah.
SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION: SOUTH’S GREATEST STAYCATIONS
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publisher’s letter
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WHAT MAKES YOU COME ALIVE I GOT AN E-MAIL RECENTLY THAT MADE ME THINK—really
think. It wasn’t an offer of a promising business opportunity. Or a s ales pitch from Amazon. Or ev en a note from a long lost friend. It was one of those inspirational e-mails that people send around. Y ou know the ones—you may give them a glance and then unceremoniously click them into your virtual circular file. I kept this one. And read it more than once. It g oes something like this: “Imagine there is a ban k account that credits y our account each morning with $86,400. Every evening the bank deletes whatever part of the balance you f ailed to use PUBLISHER, MICHAEL BROOKS WITH WIFE during the day. What would you do? Draw out every cent, FRANKIE AT TLC AWARDS DINNER. CHECK of course. Each of us has such a bank —its name is time. OUT SOUTH’S GREATEST MOMS ON PAGE 68. REMEMBER, MOTHERS DAY IS ON Every morning, it credits you with 86 ,400 seconds. If you SUNDAY, MAY 1 2 , 2 01 3. fail to use the da y’s deposits, the loss is yours . There is no drawing against ‘tomorrow.’ You must live in the present on toda y’s deposits. Invest it to get from it the utmost in health, happiness and success! The clock is running! Mak e the most of today.” A little cheesy, you might be thinking, but it’s hard not to recognize the water-tight analogy. This thing isn’t junk mail. It’s a masterpiece that should be framed and hung in a place of prominence, reminding us all that we should be using every available second to pursue what we love and what we need to feel aliv e. What I’m saying is that we can all use a lit tle adventure. We all have a sense of it. It driv es some to scale mountains or learn to pilo t aircraft to far-off points. For others, it may mean simply going to a movie alone, free to unleash their imaginations and lose themselv es without the dis traction of companions. It doesn’t really matter what adventure means to you. It only mat ters that it pushes you outside of your routine towards an unfamiliar place where you can discover something wonderfully unknown. So we present to you our adv enture issue featuring the art of the s taycation. You might not be able to plan an assault on the summit of Mt. E verest—or even take a proper vacation this year —but you can always find intrigue and adventure close to our wonderful home. In these pag es, there are hundreds of ideas to mak e the most of your da y, every day. Starting today. Tick...Tick...Tick... Many thanks and k eep reading,
About the Covers pho t o g r a pher : Ryan Gibson c r eati ve dir ec t or : Michael Brooks Congressman John Barrow (D-GA), proudly declared in his 2012 TV ad campaign that he inherited his firearms from his father and g randfather, “and ain’t noboby gonna take ’em away.” His adamant statement inspired a more indepth look a t the Sec ond Amendment debate that’s followed the Aurora and Sandy Hook tragedies. South photographer Ryan Gibson met Congressman Barrow at his home in Augusta, Georgia, to sneak a photo shoot into Barrow’s busy schedule. Just a few days later, Barrow headed back t o Washington, D.C.—but not before stopping in Savannah for St. Patrick’s Day first.
pho t o g r a pher : Ryan Gibson hai r : Karaline Meese (Rob’s on Drayton) makeup: Ruth Gianino (Rob’s on Drayton) st yl ing : Erin Pappadaes a rt dir ec t or : Sara D’Eugenio c r eati ve dir ec t or : Michael Brooks Who doesn’t love to lounge in the sun by a swanky pool? Cover model Andi Phillips traveled all the way from Warner Robbins, Georgia, for the Staycations cover shoot at Andaz Savannah, but didn’t get to relax much in the sunny rays— it was freezing out! Phillips is used to being in the water, though, as she spends many of her days watching over other swimmers as a lifeguard. Her most exciting past gig was the two years she spent as a cheerleader for the Atlanta Hawks NBA team. “I even miss practice,” she says. Her favorite Savannah staycation? Grabbing some cold drinks from Wet Willie’s and heading to Tybee Island. And, of course, celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. On Phillips: Hat: Villa, $48; One-piece: Civvies—New & Recycled
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editor’s letter
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THE GREAT UNKNOWN magazine
has never been my thing. I find comfort and courage in things like budgets, lists, agendas and guidelines—I rarely dive into anything without a clear idea of what exactly I’m getting myself into. Which is why I found myself simultaneously excited and a little anxious when faced with the challenge of digging out the most adventurous activities the South has to offer to its visitors and locals. It also got me thinking—what constitutes an adventure, in reality, is very subjective. To some, I would venture to say most, the word “adventure” conjures images of skydiving, whizzing through tree tops on a zip line or plunging into dep ths unknown (find out where to do all these things in Air, Land and Sea , p. 92, and South’s Guide to Urban Adventures, p. 100). But to others, adventure just means breaking out of your daily grind and trying some thing new. Maybe adventure is changing up your ev eryday routine at the off ice (try some of our tips in Killer Jobs, p. 48). Or v enturing into the culinary unkno wn and exploring the new and ex citing tastes of Savannah—I urge you to find out where you can do just that in Chewing the Fat, p. 154— or indulging in the same favorites, but in a different environment (see: Ambiance Alfresco, p. 156). And one of life’s greatest adventures of all—it seems to me—is embarking on the ev er-changing journey of creating your own family. I had the fantastic opportunity to sit down with the winners of the First Annual South’s Greatest Moms contest and share in the laughter, triumphs and struggles they’ve encountered throughout their varying years of mo therhood. Don’t miss their inspiring thoughts in Steel Magnolias, p. 68. And now, I am tucking Sa vannah into my back pocket and plunging into m y biggest adventure yet. By the time you read this le tter, I will be 1,000 miles away attempting to build a life in Bos ton and Mattie Schuler, South magazine’s brilliant and talented incoming managing editor , will be at the wheel and charting a course for your nex t great exploit. In theam meantime, Sa vannah will be on my mind—if there’s one thing I’ve realized while combing the comunity for the things that locals love most about the Lo wcountry during our Sa vannah staycation research, it’s that I’m going to miss this beautiful city and its people with all m y heart. THROWING CAUTION TO THE WIND
Sarah Jones
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contributors
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Featured Contributor MARTY FISCHER
T Y L E R L I V E LY
Tyler Lively found his place at 40 Volume Salon over a year ago and created his own niche among the stylists ther e, specializing in hair and makeup styling. “My passion lies in the people that I w ork with every day. If it weren’t f or them, I wouldn’t be on the path that I am no w. At 40 Volume Salon, I have come to learn that cr eating something that separates you from your peers is a quality that you should strive for as a creative artist in order to grow. I will continue to do just that and put my clients first.” SEE TYLER’S WORK IN STEEL
C L A R K B Y R O N Clark Byron is a f r eelance
MAGNOLIAS [P. 68] AND HEAT WAVE [P.108]. FOR MORE
writer, as well as an accomplished singer/songwriter and guitarist. Clark moved to Savannah from Kansas City where he worked in nonprofit management f or nearly 20 y ears. When not pounding away at the keys, Clark enjoys reading, cooking, picking and sharing Savannah with his wif e, Elaine. He is also r ediscovering the thrill of target shooting. Clark reads f or the Georgia Radio Reading Service, which pr ovides radio broadcasts of books and periodicals to those with blindness and low vision. He is currently at work on a novel that addresses the human struggle between thought and belief. SEE CLARK’S WORK
INFORMATION ON TYLER, VISIT 40VOLUME.COM.
IN BLACK LISTED [P. 54].
Marty Fischer is one of America’s bestknown outdoorsmen. He is a pr of essional hunter, outdoor writer, public speaker, a host and executive producer of TNT Outdoor Explosion television, a NSCA Level III shooting instructor and is widely respected as one of the country’s finest wingshooters. He lives in Rincon, Georgia, where he is pr esident of SportShooting C onsultants, Ltd., a gun club design and busines s consultation firm. He is the author of tw o books on wingshooting and turkey hunting and has hosted sev en instructional videos on hunting and shooting. He is a f our-time World Duck Calling Championship finalist. SEE MARTY’S WORK IN BIRDS OF A FEATHER [P. 96].
C OV E R A R T I S T E R I N PA P PA DA E S
A recent transplant f rom Florida, Erin is no stranger to the f ashion world. After uprooting from her hometown of Cocoa Beach, she came to Savannah and landed a lead stylist position in Savannah’s very own Fashion’s Night Out. Debuting professionally as a model, she tr ansitioned to styling f ellow models who later became clients. In 2009, she began styling f or editorial photo shoots. Erin looks forward to more collaborations partnering with South as well as freelancing. On rare days off, you can find Erin designing jewelry under the name MOMMASNAKE. SEE ERIN’S WORK ON THE COVER AND IN HEAT WAVE [P. 108]. G A R R ET T FR A N DSEN V ISUA L A RTIST
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letters
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R E A D E R S H AV E S P O K E N
The Best Yet?
88% YOU R PI C K
Since 2007, South has featured multiple cover images for many of its issues. We polled readers to find out which was their favorite anniversary edition, and an overwhleming 88% chose the Steampunk Wedding cover. S M O O T H I E K I N G D OW N T OW N S AVA N N A H Fabulous cover! G A R D E N O N T H E S Q UA R E We loved doing the bouquet! So fun. It turned out beautiful! M AG G I E WA L K E R Love Andre Leon Talley!! Great job Colin!!!
STAYC AT I O N S F R O M T H E LO C A L S We asked readers on Facebook what their favorite Savannah staycations were, and here’s what you said. Y’all sure know how to party—we’re hanging out with you this spring! Family staycation idea #1: A week full of kiteboarding, paddleboarding tours, and longboarding on Tybee Island. —JOH N M APE L Eliza Thompson House is our favorite staycation place to get away. Southern hospitality at its finest and the best breakfast in town. Definitely would include a night on the Creepy Crawl Pub Tour. Such a great local guilty pleasure. —AMY C ROS H AW A day at the beach at Tybee, dinner at Sage, drinks at Jen’s and Friends, crash at the Mansion On Forsyth Park...then wake up and gorge on Maison de Macarons! But there are SO many great places that would be equal substitutes for any of those! — C LUTTE R FU R N I S H I NG S AN D I N TE R IOR S A day paddling on the back river with the kids, lunch at North Beach Grill, shopping on Broughton Street late afternoon and sun kissed, then dinner at Kayak Kafe...our weekend vacation. —J E N N Y BAN NON H I N E S The historic overnight camping trip held at Old Fort Jackson. It allows you to experience some of Savannah’s rich history and historic architecture all while getting a “taste” of what it feels like to be one of the occupants of the old fort. Exciting and may spark the supernatural curiosity as well! — P. T. AS H LOC K
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South’s February/March fashion shoot featuring Lucia Garcia and Nick Lucey in the finest Gatsbyinspired threads since the Golden Era made quite a stir. Readers raved about the beautiful clo thes and Garcia’s smoldering look. What a great w ay to ring in year number sev en! I have subscribed to South since your first issue. February/March’s Roaring Twenties photo shoot may have been the best l’ve seen. — B ETH LOGAN Amazing photography! You look stunning! — K I K I EC HARTE
[COR R ECTION, PLEASE] South listed the incorrect website for Lane Huerta’s Lovelane Designs in the February-March article, Seven Artists You Need to Know. You can find Huerta’s designs at lovelanedesigns.com.
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magazine on instagram @instasouth. to be featured in an upcoming issue, email your photos to editor@thesouthmag.com
FEATURED ARTIST: CRAIG TANNER @THEMINDFULEYE
craig tanner began photographing to share his passion for wilderness places. his photography has appeared in backpacker, outside and southern living, just to name a few. he splits his time between personal photography projects, filmmaking and creating music, but one of his most ardent passions is teaching. tanner founded the mindful eye online photography school and is a highly acclaimed workshop leader. 28
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scenes of the south
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SOUTH’S 7TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY ✱ FEBRUARY 9 Gangsters and flappers celebrated seven years with the South crew at Sa vannah Station, where Savannah Arts Academy, Old Savannah Tours, Salon de Baile, K aufman & Heinz LLC, Savannah Special Events, Timeless Motorcoaches, Savannah Distributing, 17Hundred90, Leoci’s Trattoria, Cape Creations Catering, Tier Luxury Cakes, River Street Sweets and Jozef ’s Fine Catering all contributed to making the night magical and unforg ettable.
jesse and sheila blanco
joe and carolence kelley
travis and gena bilbo
roger moss and emily williams
garron gore and pedro perez
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malcolm and julia butler
izzy hudgins
michael notrica and marjorie young
savannah arts academy performers noelle quam non muÑoz et veliquam and steve necatum g. jones ut et
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