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The Great Outdoors
Dad & the Outdoors Looking for that perfect Father’s Day gift? The staff at Mark’s Outdoors is ready to assist you in finding a gift Dad will love and use. Besides being a one stop shop for hunting and fishing needs, Mark’s also carries a wide variety of lifestyle products for the husband or father …
Two by 2
Avoid the Heartache of a Lost Pet Oh no! Statistics show that one in three pets will get lost at least once in their lifetime and only 22% of lost pets that enter animal shelters are reunited with their families. A big reason is lack of identification. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty …
Special Feature
ROOFTOP FRIENDS‘ Camping Adventure Ministers to Special Needs Families The mission of RoofTop Friends is to “love, serve, fellowship and share faith with individuals and families affected by disability.” One way this Alabama based non-profit ministry carries out its mission is hosting an annual Family Retreat at Camp ASCCA on Lake Martin. June 20-24 families …
Parenting Points
Content in What Matters: 1 Timothy 6:6-10 With summer approaching, we are planning vacations and family trips. We are looking forward to fun family time and relaxation. Chances are we will take a few hundred pictures (at least) and then post the best ones on Facebook or Instagram to share with family and friends. However, …
Great Outdoors
Shades of Adventure Summer means more time to enjoy the outdoors in the beautiful sunshine. Before you step out the door, be sure you protect your skin with sunscreen and your eyes with UV blocking shades. Too much sun, particularly UV light, can damage your eyes causing cataracts as well as destroy the retina, the …
Are We There Yet?
Yellowleaf Creek Mill: Unique Wedding & Event Destination The splash of the waterfall and rotation of the 16 foot water wheel are signs of new life from a 150 year old Chilton County landmark. Yellowleaf Creek Mill is a historic gristmill that dates back to before the Civil War. Gone are the days of producing …
Are We There Yet?
Smoke on the Falls Beautiful Noccalula Falls in nearby Gadsden is the setting for a fabulous weekend of great food, music, arts and crafts and more! Smoke on the Falls BBQ Competition and Festival is April 8 and 9 at the Noccalula Falls Campgrounds. Enjoy free admission on Friday from 4-9 p.m. Bring your cushions …
Are We There Yet?
Amazing Camp Race Looking for a day of family adventure? Deer Run Camps & Retreats near Franklin, Tenn. will host “The Amazing Camp Race” on Saturday May 14. The unique event involves completing a variety of camp activities on Deer Run’s 100 scenic acres — from archery to low ropes to paintball to relays. You …
The Great Outdoors
Called to Enjoy the Warmer Weather On behalf of all of us at Mark’s Outdoors, thank you to everyone that came out last month for our Turkey Day and Iron City Kayak Anglers events. Seeing everyone learning about new cutting edge products and techniques and having a good time is the reason we do it. …
