How To Become Part of a Water Search and Rescue Team

The critical part of joining a water search and rescue team is meeting the job qualifications, learning fast, and knowing how to work as a team, especially in dire situations like a natural disaster. While you do need to know how to swim, there is a myriad of skill sets that can set your application apart. Make sure to read the qualifications first when you are applying, then read the rest of our blog on how to become part of a water search and rescue team.

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Celebrate National Train Day on May 11 at the Museum of Fulton County

The Museum of Fulton County will be celebrating National Train Day on Saturday, May 11 with model train displays, hands-on activities for children, and the All Aboard! exhibit highlighting the history of trains in Fulton County.
           “With the opening of our All Aboard! train exhibit we have been hosting a variety of train-themed events at the museum,” shared John Swearingen, Jr., director of the Museum of Fulton County. “It seemed appropriate to join in the National Train Day celebration this year with special model trains running in the lobby, train-themed activities for children, and our amazing train exhibit in the Worthington Gallery.”

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Interesting Facts You Should Know About Lake Superior

Lake Superior, nestled in the heart of North America, remains an awe-inspiring body of water. Its sheer size and beauty have captivated residents and travelers alike for centuries. Beyond its famous expanse, Lake Superior hides an array of interesting, little-known facts. Did you know, for instance, that you can fit the entire state of Maine on the lake’s surface? Or that the waters enduringly conceal shipwrecks that tell centuries-old stories? For those who think lakes are more fun than any other body of water, check out these interesting facts about Lake Superior.

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Family Adventure Awaits: Fun-Filled Travel Activities and Kid-Approved Dining Ideas

There’s a whole wide world out there beyond the screens all of us—yes, including us, moms—are constantly glued to. When was the last time you and your kids bonded, explored, and made memories together? If it’s hard to point out when you’re definitely going to need this! 

Adventure awaits the whole family, and below, we’ve listed fun-filled activities, from quick but luxurious getaways to thrilling week-long excursions, that will surely inspire your next unforgettable bonding experience. Read on! 

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