Sweet Summertime - June 2015

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On the Cover:Peach Sangria in a classic Gorham Cherrywood cocktail glass is the

quintessential setup for front porch sitting and enjoying a lazy summer day.

MADISONJUNE 2015 C O U N T Y

Livingston LIVE

SaddleIN THE BIG DREAMS

sweet summertimecocktails made for sipping

FEATURES

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12 LIVINGSTON LIVE UNPLUGGED Beginning with the Blues and A Lot More to Come

23 FURRY FRIENDS Madison County’s Masters of the Outdoors

32 ONE DAY DESTINATIONNatchez: Where the River is Wide and the History Runs Deep

The Livingston Community Founda-tion, in partnership with Ardenland, began with a boom bringing the Liv-ingston LIVE concert series to Madi-son County. See Livingston LIVE Unplugged page 12

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DEPARTMENTS

LIFE OF LEISURE 10 Shopping Grill Gear

16 Food Traveling with Tradition 20 Drink Summertime is Made for Sip-

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26 Home Nestled in the Woods

SOUTH BOUND 30 Twin Lakes Camp Mega Fun in the Summer Sun

SOUTHERLY COMFORT 36 Third Times a Charm

SIGHTS & SCENES 38 World Class Long Range

Precision Shooting Clinic

IN EVERY ISSUE 9 Editor’s Letter 34 Events Listing

Providence Hill Farm is a Madison County re-treat set in the beautiful rolling hills of central Mississippi which hosts many locals and visitors for numerous activities from skeet shooting to horse back riding and fishing. See Sights & Scenes page 38

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PUBLISHED BY The Madison County Journal

PUBLISHERJames E. Prince III

ASSOCIATE EDITOR & PUBLISHERMichael Simmons

EDITORPrice Rosson

LAYOUT & DESIGNRachel Browning

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CONTRIBUTING WRITERSThomas Lambert

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EDITOR’S LETTER

Mississippi Summertime! As a child it meant no more school, non-stop pool time, trips to visit family in Florida, big juicy watermelon, peaches sweet as pie and feelings

of freedom that still exist to this day. Honestly, I do not think much has changed. As summer approaches I still get the feeling of fireflies dancing giddily inside with anticipation of the incessant summer heat, flowers in full bloom, a trip to the beach, late summer sunsets and that time of year when smiles burn as brightly as the sun.

Summer is here and it is time to hang out! Get out and have a good time! There is a lot of new and exciting things going on here in Madi-son County this summer.

Let’s start with food, even better than food, my favorite meal of a week, brunch. Our friends at Seafood R’evolution prepare each week a classic New Orleans style brunch. Every plate, course, and dining experience is pleasantly prepared and presented each with a story on the side. Brunch is the time of the week for a mid-day, kick back and relax with soft sounds in the background transforming your thoughts straight to the French Quarter. Good company and good food are taken to a whole new level during this leisurely weekly delight.

The music scene is also heating up in Madison County this sum-mer. Thanks to the Livingston Community Foundation in partnership with Ardenland, there are big plans for big bands this summer. The un-predictable Mississippi weath-er tried to dampen spirits at the first show but the stage and sounds were as hot as the grill on a holiday weekend. With three acts for an entire days

worth of soul and sound, the Tedeschi Trucks band finished the evening in a spirited celebration. Just one day after the passing of Mississippi legend and missionary of music and the blues, B.B. King’s influence in the lives of musicians and music lovers alike resonated throughout the entire coliseum as the husband wife duo paid tribute to “The King.” The next few shows staged among the rolling hills of Madison County are a must-do no matter what.

Right down the historic trace lies Natchez. For a quick day trip or an overnight getaway, a visit to this river town is fun for young, old and everyone in-between. Deep-rooted in its historical ambiance and ante-bellum charm capped with emerging culinary and cultural lifestyle on the levee, check out our favorite picks and hints for a One Day Destination this summer.

Summer is the time of year to also take a step back, take a breather and enjoy your family and friends. A big part of our family life outdoors many times also includes our four-legged, furry friends. Each summer we spotlight our deserving pups in all their glory and meet the family members of Madison County that bring unfailing love and endless smiles.

Finally, we take a look inside one families new summer getaway. A place where time should stop, the fish should bite and the sun is sure to swelter amongst the trees.

Summer is here and it’s time to enjoy another season that will come and go so quickly. Kick back, lather up and have a good time!

Our pups Sadie (above) and Hatch (below) love the sun-shine and water just as much as we do!

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A stunning sunset over Mobile Bay at a friend’s destination wedding this past month. Look for shots of this Madison County couple in our upcoming Wedding Lookbook.


SHOPPINGBBQ Dragon Get the grill ready quick, fast and in a hurry! This portable and hands-free fire starter will jump start the grilling process. Madison Fireplace & Patio, $59

Gourmet Guru GrillDistributed locally by Eat Y’all, the Gourmet Guru Grill is perfection when it comes to cooking with consistency, maneuverability and function. Hotel & Restaurant Supply of Jackson, $697 (grill only)

Host Freeze Cooling Pint GlassKeep it cool while heating it up! Freeze this glass to keep all cold ones extra cool this summer. Southern Accents, $24

Smoke & Pickles by Edward LeeLearn to pickle, ferment, fry, cure and smoke with the help of James Beard nominee Edward Lee. A true melting pot of a mind and skill, Lee’s debut cookbook is full of fabulous fare as well as stories of his life from the streets of Brooklyn to the kitchens of Kentucky. Madison Fireplace & Patio, $29.95

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Spice it up! These sauces and rubs made and created here in the ’sip, will spice up your grilling game this summer. Eat Y’all | eatyall.comJune Bug Rub, Sugar Taylor Sauce, Bonney’s Hot Sauce, varying combos and prices

Emile Henry TagineMade of flame ceramic and for slow simmering, the Emile Henry ceramic tagine is ideal for maximum flavoring of any recipe requiring simmering and can go straight on the grill for extra smokey and savory tastiness. Madison Fireplace & Patio, $150

iGrill MiniMonitor your time and temps from your iPhone. Ensure your meal is cooked to perfection by simply downloading an app to connect with the iGrill mini.Bass Pro Shops, $39.99

Wilton Armatele Fish GrillerMade of 100% recycled, food-safe, aluminum-based alloy metal this indestructible fish griller is practical and pretty to throw the day’s fresh catch on the grill as the sun sets over the water or in the backyard. Madison Fire Place & Patio, $54.99


The Livingston Community Foun-dation and Ardenland kicked off their 2015 concert series, Livingston

LIVE, with a three-in-one show Saturday, May 16. New Orleans’ adopted son and re-nowned guitarist Anders Osborne opened the event, followed by journeyman singer/song-writer Steve Earle and his longtime band the Dukes. The Tedeschi Trucks Band headlined the show, led by the married guitarist power couple, Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi.

Due to thunderstorms in the area, the venue was changed from the Livingston community itself to the Mississippi Coliseum in Jackson. Although the change was met with some dis-content, the production crew and coliseum staff did a commendable job of making the

best out of the situation.“I didn’t want it to end,” said David Lan-

drum, developer for the Livingston Com-munity Foundation. “We were very pleased with how it went. Some people were hesitant at first about the change to the coliseum. But it worked out well, thanks to Arden [Barnett, of Ardenland] and his crew. They put a lot of thought and effort into making sure it was set up right. The sound was fantastic.”

Anders Osborne was scheduled to play for just 45 minutes, but he wailed away for about an hour, which was fine by me. His psyche-delic, gritty blues-rock is captivating in itself, but it’s also a great live show to watch.

Anders, who is originally from Sweden but settled in New Orleans years ago, is an enthu-

siastic guitarist. He draws the audience in with his genuine stage presence; it doesn’t seem like he is performing as much as it feels like you’re just watching these guys have a jam session. All four members of his four-piece group (Carl Dufrene on bass, Brady Blade on drums, John Gros on organ/keys, and Osborne on guitar) are engrossed in getting the most out of each number.

Osborne finished his set with a rousing ver-sion of his dark, driving blues tune, “Move Back to Mississippi,” much to the crowd’s delight.

Steve Earle went on about 6:15. Earle has been performing music for decades, and his five-piece band, the Dukes, has been with him for years. The casual music fan knows Earle

Beginning with the Blues & A Lot More to Come

Beginning with the Blues

Livingston LIVE Unplugged

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primarily from his 1988 hit “Copperhead Road.” However, Earle has released almost 30 albums, and has also had a prolific songwrit-ing career. He has written songs for Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Vince Gill, Travis Tritt, Shawn Colvin and Emmylou Harris. So just because you haven’t heard many songs recorded by Earle, doesn’t mean you haven’t heard his songs.

Still, the signature bagpipe notes that begin “Copperhead Road” were predictably met with an uproar from the audience, undoubt-edly the most anticipated song in Earle’s set. Also noteworthy, albeit less celebrated by the crowd, was “Gulf of Mexico” and a well-exe-cuted cover of Jimi Hendrix’s “Hey Joe”.

Although Steve Earle is mostly known as a

country, rock and folk artist, he and his band are currently touring to promote their latest album, “Terraplane,” a collection of blues songs. Earle dedicated “King of the Blues” to B.B. King, who passed away a few days before on May 14. The blues tune was eerily appro-priate, as it describes the death of an anony-mous character that could be based on King himself.

The 11 members of the Tedeschi Trucks Band took the stage a little after 8 o’clock. They delivered some of the smoothest, most balanced and full-bodied blues-based music that you will hear.

You could write a book about Derek Trucks’ story and style of playing. A bonafide child prodigy, he started playing at nine years old,

and got his first paid gig within two years. The slide technique attracted him initially because it allowed him to play a guitar that was otherwise too big for his small frame. By the time he was 20, he was an official member of the legendary Allman Brothers Band and had played with the likes of Buddy Guy, Bob Dylan and Stephen Stills, among others. The Derek Trucks Band also attained consider-able success; their album ‘Already Free’ won a Grammy award in 2010 for Best Contempo-rary Blues Album.

Trucks’ life has centered around music since he was a preteen. Unlike a lot of big-time mu-sicians, that didn’t prevent him from starting a family. He married vocalist/guitarist Susan Tedeschi in 2001, and they have two children,

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“Tedeschi’s powerful voice paired with Trucks’ slide guitar wizardry embodies everything the Blues is about.”

~Thomas Lambert


Charlie and Sofia. Tedeschi, a Boston native, has an impres-

sive musical background of her own. She holds a degree from Berklee College of Music, and formed the Susan Tedeschi Band in the early 90’s. Her soulful alto voice is slightly raspy at times, but also powerful and emotional, simi-lar to a gospel vocalist.

Tedeschi and Trucks first started playing together under the name “Soul Stew Revival”, a collective effort of both their bands. In 2010, the two announced hiatuses for their solo proj-ects, and officially formed the 11-piece Tede-schi Trucks Band. Tedeschi’s powerful voice paired with Trucks’ slide guitar wizardry em-bodies everything the blues is about, and that’s the foundation on which the Tedeschi Trucks Band (TTB) is built.

Like Steve Earle earlier in the night, TTB also paid tribute to the fallen B.B. King, by covering his classic hit, “3 O’Clock Blues.” Derek put down the slide for that song, instead taking on King’s signature style, with the clas-sic bell tone and vibrato. Susan’s voice fit the tune like a glove, and altogether it made for quite a poignant moment in the evening.

Susan was clearly emotional when she talk-ed a bit about B.B. King and what he meant to them individually, as a family, and as a band.

“No one on this stage would be the musi-cians that we are without B.B. King,” said Tedeschi.

“3 O’Clock Blues” segued seamlessly into their staple original, “Bound for Glory,” which provided a vehicle for some improvisational jamming. Other highlights included “Made Up Mind,” “Do I Look Worried” and the slow, soulful tune, “Midnight in Harlem”.

The next Livingston LIVE show is sched-uled for July 3 at the Town of Livingston. Ja-son Isbell will headline the event, along with Holly Williams, daughter of Hank Williams, Jr. Children under 10 get in free, and a profes-sional fireworks display will light up the Madi-son County sky after the show.

Steve Earle, the “Hardcore Troubadour,” has released over 30 albums and written many songs for artists such as Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Vince Gill, Travis Tritt, Shawn Colvin and Emmylou Harris.

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The sun is shining. It is a crisp Sunday morning. A lively note of earthy grooves that forays into mellow harmonies of soul-ful jazz welcomes you as the doors open. Upon entering you

see fresh flowers and smiling faces that resonate through generations of family members seated at the table. Not only a server, an entertainer, a story-teller, with a warm welcome offers a pristine libation or the perfect pick-me-up to start the dining experience. The rest of the meal is filled with stories of the expertly prepared and historically accurate dishes served in a timely manner and finished with a sweet course al-lowing you to linger through another round or sending you on your way. Not a care in the world, you are exactly where you need to be.

The story of brunch is as rich in history and flavor as the Eggs À La Crème found on the brunch menu at Seafood R’evolution.

“Brunch is a New Orleans tradition, no doubt about it,” beams Chef John Folse. “We are traveling with the food and tradition.”

Brunch has its beginnings in the late 1800s in New Orleans, con-trary to what many outside of the South may presume. Brunch began as Madame Hypolite Bégué’s “second breakfast.” The butcher Hypo-lite Bégué along with the rest of the butchers from the market would begin a day’s work and preparation before dawn on a mere glass of cof-fee, wine or a chunk of French bread. As work began to slow, appetites were exhausted and the butchers would make their way to Madame Bégué’s for a hearty, long lasting “second breakfast” of which began

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From Madame Bégué to Madison County

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CREOLE TOMATO GRITSPrep Time: 45 MinutesYields: 6 Servings

COMMENT: While basic boiled grits are perfect in their simplicity for breakfast, additional ingredients are often added to the grain at bigger meals. Here, ripe Creole toma-toes and cheese are used to give flair to plain grits. It’s the perfect accompani-ment to Grillades.

INGREDIENTS:1 cup yellow stone-ground grits1 cup diced Creole tomatoes½ cup chopped bacon¼ cup sliced garlic2 tbsps canned chopped green chiles 3 cups water½ cup heavy whipping cream¼ cup buttersalt and black pepper to taste¼ cup shredded mild Cheddar cheese

METHOD:In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, cook ba-con until crisp, reserving drippings. Add garlic and sauté 1 minute. Add tomatoes and chiles and sauté 5 minutes. Add grits, blending well. Add water, cream and butter. Blend well and bring to a boil. Re-duce to simmer and cook 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season to taste us-ing salt and pepper. When creamy and tender, blend in cheese.

GOOD MORNING MIMOSASPrep Time: 5 MinutesYields: 2 Drinks

COMMENT:Here in the South, it is customary to start off brunch with an alcoholic beverage. Mi-mosas are arguably the best known brunch drink. The orange juice makes this cocktail perfect for morning enjoyment.

INGREDIENTS:4 ounces orange juice2 tbsps orange liqueur12 ounces Champagne

METHOD:Chill 2 Champagne glasses. Combine 2 ounces orange juice and 1 tablespoon liqueur in each glass. Fill with Champagne and serve.

Brunch is cheerful and in-citing where you can wipe away all worries of the world. Seafood R’evolution serves classic dishes and libations with a story alongside each.

Sounds of the French Quarter resonate throughout the meal played by the Howard Jones Jazz Trio, long-time Jackson residents sharing their passion for the New Orleans sound.


EGGS À LA CRÈMEPrep Time: 30 MinutesYields: 6 Servings

COMMENT:I can think of no better egg dish or one more beautifully presented than these Eggs à la Crème. This elegant dish with a cup of hot black Cajun coffee is the perfect start to any day.

INGREDIENTS:12 eggs¼ cup melted butter⅛ cup minced onions⅛ cup minced celery⅛ cup minced red bell peppers⅛ cup minced green bell peppers½ tbsp flour1 cup heavy whipping cream, dividedsalt and black pepper to tasteCreole seasoning to taste1 tsp chopped thyme2 tbsps chopped basil1 tbsp minced garlic2 tbsps chopped parsley2 tbsps sliced green onions¼ cup vegetable oil1 cup crawfish tailsminced parsley for garnishdash paprika for garnish

METHOD:In a cast iron skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onions, celery and bell peppers. Sauté 3–5 minutes or until vegetables are wilted, stirring oc-casionally. Blend in flour then add ½ cup whipping cream. Stir until a thick-ened white sauce is achieved. Season with salt, pepper and Creole season-ing. Remove from heat and set aside. In a large mixing bowl, combine eggs, thyme, basil, garlic, chopped parsley, green onions, remaining whipping cream and prepared white sauce. Us-ing a wire whisk, blend well to create a whipped egg mixture. Season with salt, pepper and Creole seasoning. In a large cast iron skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add crawfish and sauté 2–3 minutes. Add whipped egg mixture. Using a spatula, stir eggs gently until scrambled but not dry and overcooked. Spoon eggs into a stemmed Cham-pagne goblet then garnish with minced parsley and paprika. Serve with toast.

as leftover cuts of meat such as grillades and livers with “aromas that, some swear, no other woman ever coaxed out of food.”

Visitors to this port city caught wind of Ma-dame Bégué’s “second breakfast” and within a few short years it received international ac-claim. So much so, in 1910 when she passed away the New York Times ran a headline of her passing. Over the years, brunch evolved in New Orleans to the festivity at the table that it is today. Music and apéritif, such as the Mimosa and Bloody Mary, were introduced and brunch became the place for families on Sunday from little girls in Patent leather shoes and taffeta dresses to the deep laughs of a pa-triarch delighting in a week’s end.

“We take pride in the folklore, the hospital-ity and uniqueness of the cuisine, yet keep it true and recognizable to its history just as if you were in French Quarter,” asserts Folse.

The Seafood R’evolution brunch boasts true to New Orleans history and pride with a twist of local on the side. Enjoy classic cocktails such as the Brandy Milk Punch R’evolution or

an innovative local take on a mimosa, sans Champagne, called the Jack Rabbit Slim. The menu consists of timeless dishes with a place in history including the Eggs À La Crème or a new dish making history like the R’evolution Burger. The most delectably prepared Fish on a Plate and plenty of sides made to share work together to complete your main course. With-out question, brunch is complete with a sweet treat such as the Strawberry Pain Perdu made with summer’s best mixed berries and fresh whipped cream. Combine them all with the proficiently prepared Prixe Fixe menu all the while serenaded to the French Quarter in your mind by the Howard Jones Jazz Trio.

Brunch, one of the most lively, jovial and detailed meals of the week is more than just scrambled eggs on Sunday. With beginnings at the heart of the French Quarter, Seafood R’evolution brings us a most impeccably clas-sic outing with a Madison County zest, a weekend delight for all the ages to relish in quality time over great food with good stories on the side.

Eggs À La Crème is historically tied to Le Petite Versailles, home of Valcour Aimé, and a friendly wager over a homeade meal. Chef Folse revived this recipe, creating a flavorful favorite for all to try.

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ORANGE INFUSED COSMOORIGINAL RECIPE BY COCKTAILZ WINE & SPIRITS

1.5 oz orange infused vodka.75 oz of cranberry juice.75 oz of Triple SecJuice of 1 lime

Ice a martini glass. Take the lime and rim the lip of the martini glass. Dip in sugar. Pour all ingredients into a martini shaker. Shake vigorously and pour ingredients into the cold glass.

is made for SIPPIN’SUMMERTIME

Kick back, relax and enjoy some new cocktails sub-mitted by our friends at your local wine and spirits shops around Madison County. All prepared with the freshest of fresh ingredients and an expert’s recommendation of spirit, enjoy one or all of these this summer.

SOUTHERN ICED TEA COCKTAILSUBMITTED BY RESERVOIR WINE & SPIRITS

1 oz light Rum 3 oz unsweetened iced tea1 oz Tito’s Vodka *2 oz simple syrup (see recipe below)1 oz Bulldog Gin 1 mint leaf4 oz lemon juice 1 lemon

The south’s favorite drink for sippin’ with a twist. Fill a mason jar with ice. Add rum, vodka, gin, lemon juice, iced tea and simple syrup. Stir thoroughly, fast and adjust sweetness if needed. Garnish with slice of lemon and a sprig of mint.

*Simple syrup: One part water to one part sugar. Combine the preferred amount of sugar and water together in a small saucepan. Bring it to a boil until it is cloudy and no longer grainy.

Camarena Red Splash

Southern Iced Tea Cocktail

Orange Infused Cosmo

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FRESH PEACH SANGRIA WITH PROSECCO RECIPESUBMITTED BY GERMANTOWN WINE & SPIRITS

1 750 bottle of Cava or Prosecco (a zesty or aromatic white wine like Torrontes, Chenin Blanc, Riesling or Pinot Grigio)

¼ cup Brandy or Triple Sec2-3 tablespoons sugar3-4 Fresh PeachesJuice from 1 Lemon

For an oh-so-simple sangria, add brandy and lemon juice to the bottom of your pitcher. Cut up the peaches into cubes and add with ice. Top with Cava or Prosecco and serve immediately. As you sip, the peaches macerate in your drink.

CAMARENA RED SPLASHSUBMITTED BY TOPPERS

1.5 oz Familia Camarena Silver Tequila3 oz lemon lime sodasplash of cranberry

Combine Familia Camarena Silver Tequila with lemon lime soda in a rocks filled glass. Add a splash of cranberry juice. Garnish with lemon, lime or orange peel.

White Peach Sangria with Cava Recipe

White Peach Sangria with Cava Recipe

LIFE OF LEISURE | DRINKS


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SHARING BOUNDLESS LOVE AND ENDLESS SMILES

Help us find a home! Each of these per-fectly precious pups are currently cared for by Rescue Revolution and all need hu-mans to call their own.

Look for them and their friends on Fac-book or rrofms.org.

TOP: NelsonLEFT: BrandonRIGHT: GracieBOTTOM: Stella

Every bit a part of the family, our furry friends each have their own personality and place in the heart of their humans. Never a dull greeting or welcome home they, too, deserve a spotlight for the boundless love and endless smiles shared with each of us. Through reader submission, we have prepared for you a showcase of a few of Madison County’s finest four-legged, furry friends.

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1 ALLIE GRACE Andrew Alexander & Kelley Bryan

2 JACK Teri Estes

3 RANCH Farm hand at Heavenly Hills Ranch

4 SADIEKrystal Ingle

5 BIGGS Krystal Ingle

6 COOLEY Will, Andrea & Bradford Janoush

7 HOUSER Cole Ellis

8 BANJO Shelbye Wren & David Boykin

9 MARLEE Holly Hardin

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10 BINDI & DUKE Matthew & Ashley Dunlap

11 WHISKEYPaul, Leesa Holly & Josh Hardin

12 DAXSY Mike, Janie, Audrey & Amelia Jarvis

13 CHLOE David, Sidney, Tinsley & Metta Margaret Ferris

14 BOSSMAN Jason & Becky Mosow

15 CALLIE Alex Cockayne

16 DAISY, SOPHIE & DUKEScott, Megan & Walker Hodges

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A place to rest your head with views high in the trees, this iron bed is a family heirloom and accented with a YoYo Quilt, famous during the 30s and 40s, adding the perfect pops of color.

The bead board came from an old house on the land and was repurposed for life nestled in the woods for another hundred years.

A New Getaway Just in Time for Summer

Nestled in the Woods

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LIFE OF LEISURE | HOMES


The year of the cicadas, the low pitch siren sounding in the woods echoes throughout the day. The fish are biting

as the sun sets on the day. Summer is in hot and full force but hopefully you have taken it down a notch.

For one family 1100 acres directly outlying home in Madison County has been the best of getaways for raising a family. For many years on this land a trailer sat serving as shelter and comfort during the cold winters hunts and hot summer swelters. With “the farm” nearing completion, this Madison County family has set up a getaway for many pastimes and memo-ries yet to come.

Mississippi born and bread the homeowners have a great sense of humor, with a deep sense of pride for family, land and all that has come before.

To be called an outdoor enthusiast would be of the mildest sense because the collection of animals hunted over the years and the sto-ries that accompany it are limitless. Within the home many elk, duck and deer are stra-tegically placed bringing the outside in for an impressive display of life in the field. A true touch of hilarity, a possum even hangs from a branch next to the bed in one of the guest rooms.

Incorporating all things old to give them a new life sets the tone for the construction of this genuine structural masterpiece. The col-lection giving “new” life to each architectural detail is inherent down to each bed and bone. Many elements were pulled and repurposed from a house that sat on the land many years before this family called it theirs. Nestled deep in the woods, the original bead board, mantles, post and doors remain settled in for another hundred years plus.

This busy Madison County family, looks forward to, even if brief, a responsibility free minute to enjoy their new get away from life in the city. The walls are built and the pictures are in place but the best is yet to come.

Top: Overlooking the water on the land full of memories, this porch swing made of old doors, is set for making many more. Bottom left: A peerless place for wasting time underneath a portion of the family’s collection of old clocks. Bottom right: A true sense of humor is shown as the possum hangs next to the guest bed above an old camping box.

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“Twin Lakes is the place to be.” And for many, Twin Lakes has become a way of life. After serv-

ing two summers on staff, I am ecstatic to begin yet an-other summer at camp. There are many reasons to love Twin Lakes, but I am especially thankful to have had the opportunity to journey spiritually. I have grown im-mensely and have made friends who will walk with me through the rest of my life.

Serving on the summer staff at Twin Lakes is proba-bly the best job in the world. The staff shares a common bond as we unite to share biblical truth with children. Twin Lakes provides an encouraging and restoring atmosphere for its summer staff. Although our job is demanding, I am amazingly refreshed after each sum-mer. Being surrounded by a group of individuals who become like family, I have found Twin Lakes to be a place where I am invested in, supported and constantly amazed by God’s love.

Campers are the heart of camp. Their excitement is contagious. We sing. We dance. We laugh. Camp-ers bring incredible joy into camp, and I never tire of hearing their daily stories. Some talk about getting “blobbed” at the lake, others rave about the zip-line, and still others share their favorite silly skits. No mat-ter what their favored activity or program, I am always delighted to hear so many say that they love everything at Twin Lakes and want to return as staff when they are older. As a camper, I always viewed my counselors as heroes and people who truly loved me and wanted to invest in me. Now part of the summer staff, I am elated to participate in sharing the love of Christ, interact with children, and spend time in my favorite place—“the place to be.”

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Where the River is

Wide and The History Runs deep

Natchez:

Be sure not to miss vibrant, bold sunsets over the Mighty Mississippi calling an end to a long summer day.

Antebellum charm abounds from tours to romantic dinners and getaways.

Cemetery tours provide a humbling glimpse back in time. Do not miss the ever-famous “Turning Angel.”

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WHERE TO EAT? The CampCold Beer (over 18 on tap), good food and great views, The Camp is the perfect hangout on “Under the Hill” and on the river. thecamprestaurant.com | 601.897.0466

Pig Out Inn A must-stop BBQ shop for your classic pig out from pulled pork to homemade mini pecan pies. pigoutinnbbq.com | 601.422.8050

Uptown Grocery The “must-have” at this grocer of fine fresh fare, is the “best you will find North of New Orleans” muffuletta! Your classic grocer and deli enjoy one-of-a-kind salads, soups and sandwiches. Don’t forget pizzas are half-off after five.uptowngrocery.com | 601.445.9111

Rolling River BistroGourmet cuisine and classy cocktails, this bis-tro is a favorite for lengthy lunches and laugh-ter. You can also catch entertainment over dinner Thursday Friday and Saturday. rrbistro.com | 601.442.6601

Mammy’s CupboardPlate lunches just like at your Mama’s house, and oddly enough inside of a giant lady, this is a place you sure can’t pass up. | 601.455.8957

The Malt Shop The old-school drive-up, walk or ride, to grab a burger and shake! An editor’s tip, fill up on the way out of town and be sure to grab a chocolate malt for the road. themaltshopnatchez.com | 601.455.4843

WHAT TO SEE & DO? There is plenty for all to see and do from rides on the river to walks on the bluffs. Plan ahead to take a carriage ride, walking tour, ride a bike or chauffeur yourself to catch it all.

Sunset over the River from the Gazebo Limitless water and sky, take a walk down the river in Bluff Park to catch a boundless sunset from the gazebo.

Natchez Historic Photo-graphs at First Presby-terian ChurchHoused in the Stratton Chapel which is named for former pastor Joseph B. Statton, is an as-tonishing collection of photos from the Gandy Collection of life in early Natchez. fpcnatchez.org/natchezinhistoricalphoto-graphs | 601.445.2581

13 House Located near the bluff on Madison Street, stop by and see if you can count 13 of any one deco-ration on these crazy digs!

History Abounds! The history in Nathez runs as deep as the river is long! Experience centuries of life on the riv-er in one day. From the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians to Antebellum charm, from Mississippi’s blues trail to battles on the bluffs, historical beauty is all around. Be sure to swing by the Visitor’s Center to catch a quick background video and check out all aspects before you hit the streets. visitnatchez.org | 800.647.6724everydayadventure.net | 601.392.3079island63.com/natchez.cfm | 601.807.5382fpcnatchez.org/natchezinhistoricalphoto-graphs | 601.445.2581

Get Outside!Natchez and the surrounding area is full of some of the best of scenic Mississippi outdoor attractions from the land to the waters. Hike or bike the trails and canoe or kayak the local lakes, waterways and even the river. everydayadventure.net | 601.392.3079island63.com/natchez.cfm | 601.807.5382

Charboneau Distillery Schedule a tour with Jean-Luc, the distiller of Mississippi’s first-legally distilled rum. Next to King’s Tavern Restaurant — the perfect place for before and after tour bites and liba-tions — settled in old and authentic Natchez brick learn a little about the rum distilled right down the road charboneaudistillery.com | 601.446.5003

Take a tour of the Charboneau Distillery with Jean Luc, Mississippi’s only Rum distiller housed in downtown Natchez.


EVENTSFUN-RAISER’S JUNE 4, 7:00 P.M.Shoestring Summer Fling benefitting Operation Shoestring Local organization working with over 300 children and their families including after school and summer programs, support groups and summer workshops. Duling Hall (601) 353-6336 | [email protected]

FESTIVALS JUNE 20 9:00 A.M. TO 9:00 P.M.Bentonia Blues FestivalEnjoy a day of authentic Mississippi Blues at the “real deal oldest juke joint” The Blue Front Cafe. 107 East Railroad Avenue | Bentoniafacebook.com/BentoniaBluesFestival

JUNE 28 2015 Independence Day Celebration presented by the Barnett Reservoir FoundationOld Trace Park & Lakeshore Park visitridgeland.com/independence-celebration-at-the-rez-in-ridgeland/

JULY 2 - 52015 Mississippi Championship Hot Air Balloon Glow includes the following events:

JULY 3Celebrate America Balloon GlowNorthpark Mall(601) 853-2011

JULY 4Balloon Chase Run/WalkCanton Multi Purpose Center

JULY 4Canton Balloon Glow & Patriotic Fireworks SpectacularCanton Multi Purpose Center ballooncanton.comThe annual festival is a fund-raiser for the Good Samaritan Center, Inc.

MUSIC

JUNE 5, 9:00 P.M.TaukDuling Hallardenland.net | (601) 292-7999

JUNE 9, 8:00 P.M.HoundmouthDuling Hallardenland.net | (601) 292-7999

JUNE 10, 7:30 P.M.Allen Stone with Brynn ElliottDuling Hallardenland.net | (601) 292-7999

JUNE 11, 7:30 P.M.WSTZ presents BostonThalia Mara Hall ardenland.net | (601) 292-7999

JULY 3, 6:00 P.M.Livingston LIVE concert Series presents Jason Isbell & Holly WilliamsLivingston Amphitheaterardenland.net (601) 292-7999

American country music roots run deep for this lady with the lyrics. Granddaughter of Hank Williams, Sr. and daughter of Hank, Jr., Holly Williams will light up the stage in Liv-ingston at concert number two of the series.

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JUNE 12, 6:00 P.M. The Black Lillies An outdoor concert benefitting the MS Ag Museum Foundation following last November’s fire. Mississippi Ag & Forestry Museumardenland.net | (601) 292-7999

JUNE 12, 9:00 P.M.Jason Daniel Band with European Theatre & Young ValleyDuling Hall ardenland.net | (601) 292-7999

JUNE 16, 8:00 P.M.Delta RaeDuling Hall ardenland.net | (601) 292-7999

JUNE 17, 8:00 P.M.J. Roddy Walston & The Business with the SleepwalkersDuling Hall ardenland.net | (601) 292-7999

JUNE 20, 8:00 P.M.King Sunny Ade & His African BeatsDuling Hall ardenland.net | (601) 292-7999

JUNE 21, 2:00 P.M. TO 4:00 P.M.Mississippi Old Time Music SocietyMississippi Craft Center (601) 942-7335

JUNE 24, 7:00 P.M.Old Crow Medicine ShowThalia Mara Hall ardenland.net | (601) 292-7999

ART APRIL 10 - JULY 3Eudora Welty Biennial: Classical Mississippi Mississippi Museum of Art msmuseumart.org | (601) 960-1515

MAY 29 - AUGUST 3George Wardlaw, A Life in Art: Works from 1954-2014Mississippi Museum of Art msmuseumart.org | (601) 960-1515

THEATRE, OPERA & BALLETJUNE 13, 8:30 P.M.Killer Beaz Stand-up ComedyDuling Hall ardenland.net | (601) 292-7999

JUNE 18, 26 & 28 7:30 P.M.All Shook Up presented by The Center PlayersMadison Square Center for the Arts (601) 853-0291

BOOK SIGNINGS & READINGSJUNE 8, 5:00 P.M. & 5:30 P.M.The Fateful Lightning: A Novel of the Civil War by Jeff ShaaraLemuria Bookslemuriabooks.com

JUNE 15, 5:00 P.M. & 5:30 P.M.The Mockingbird Next Door: Life with Harper Lee by Marja MillsLemuria Bookslemuriabooks.com

JUNE 16, 5:00 P.M. & 5:30 P.M.Troutmouth: The Two Careers of Hugh Clegg by Ronald F. BorneLemuria Bookslemuriabooks.com

JUNE 17, 5:00 P.M. & 5:30 P.M.The Jezebel Remedy by Martin ClarkLemuria Bookslemuriabooks.com

JUNE 18, 5:00 P.M. & 5:30 P.M.The World’s Largest Man by Harrison Scott KeyLemuria Bookslemuriabooks.com

JUNE 23, 5:00 P.M. & 5:30 P.M.Million Dollar Road by Amy Conner Lemuria Bookslemuriabooks.com

JUNE 24, 5:00 P.M. & 5:30 P.M.The Book of Aron by Jim Shepard Lemuria Bookslemuriabooks.com

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As the clouds parted and the sunshine peeped over the rolling hills of Heavenly Apeeped over the rolling hills of Heavenly AHills Ranch off Bozeman Road in Madi-

son County, Kyle Dutiel mounted his English saddle for another day of practice alongside Coach Camie Crowe. What seemed like never-ending rain had put a damper on training but Kyle, all smiles, was geared up and ready to go.

In July, Kyle, his family and Camie will be traveling to Los Angeles, California to compete in the 2015 Spe-cial Olympics World Games. Kyle is one of ten people — five young men and five women — representing the United States in the Equestrian events. Over 177 countries will be represented in the single biggest event hosted by Los Angeles since the 1984 Olympic Games.

Kyle was quick to state exactly what he expects out of the Olympics this year.

“I want to win first,” he exclaims. “I have traveled to North Carolina and Dublin, Ireland to compete, but I feel this is the year.”

Third times a charm! Kyle will compete in three different Equestrian

events riding an English saddle. The events include a trail pattern which is a pattern he has known for six months allowing him to memorize, prepare and prac-tice continuously. Secondly, equitation, a very short pattern walking and trotting between three cones. Finally, and probably the toughest of all, dressage. Dressage is a very long pattern that involves 20 to 40 obstacles making it very hard to memorize.

Another obstacle that stands in Kyle’s path to the gold is much like the IHSA, competitions that college equestrians compete in. The horse he will ride is un-known until a few days before. Before the day of the competition Kyle and Camie will work with and ride three or four different horses to choose which one to show.

Camie, the only coach from Mississippi making the trek, became involved with the Special Olympics af-trek, became involved with the Special Olympics af-trek, became involved with the Special Olympics after growing up with a brother with Down Syndrome who has a love for horses. Camie, a competitive rider herself, was gleaming in pride speaking about her first trip to the Special Olympic World Games as a coach alongside Kyle.

“I could not be more proud,” says Camie. “It is so important that I am able to travel with Kyle and that we are able to work as a team because with my expe-rience I can look at the horses, read them and know their buttons and what may or may not challenge Kyle riding.”

With over 23 years of riding under his belt, Kyle is really looking forward to competing and representing the United States.

“I love to ride. It feels good when I can get my horse to do an Equitation pattern,” he says. “I am also really looking forward to the opening games. It is going to be so much fun!”

With only a couple months left to prepare, this duo is sure to represent Madison County, Mississippi and the United States with great pride this year in Los An-geles. With a new coach and friend by his side, Kyle is hot in the saddle and ready to ride with big hopes of bringing home the gold.

Help fund Kyle and Camie’s trip to Los Angeles as they represent Madison County, Mississippi and the United States in the 2015 Special Olympic World Games: gofundme.com/Kyleandcamie

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Kyle Dutiel, astride Cloud, a quarter horse geldling owned by Dorothy Cox Terry of Heavenly HIlls Ranch. Kyle will travel to Los Angeles with hopes of bringing home the gold in the 2015 Spe-cial Olympics World Games.


On May 9, Providence Hill Farm Sporting Club and Impact Armory LLC., a locally-owned firearm and sup-pressor (Class III) dealer, hosted a hands-on precision long-range shooting clinic. Three of the best instructors in long-range and tactical shooting in the country traveled to Madison County for an afternoon on the beauti-

ful Providence Hill Farm grounds. World renowned instructors George Gardner, Bryan Morgan and Bryan Sikes were welcomed to instruct the shoot-

ing clinic. George Gardner, gunsmith and custom rifle builder has traveled the country and worked with numerous branches of the military and police and patrol squads. American Sniper, Chris Kyle’s favorite post-service rifles were built by Gardner.

Bryan Morgan has been involved in the long-range shooting community for over 24 years predominantly supporting our military and law enforcement through training. He also provides utility and land use. Both Morgan and Gardner compete nationally and are among the top ten in the nation.

Bryan Sikes enlisted in the armed forces in 2005 and was awarded a Green Beret two years later. Sikes served our coun-try in Afghanistan where he also suffered severe injuries when his SUV found an IED resulting in a broken back, neck and shrapnel in his leg. He was awarded a purple heart and now serves as an instructor for the 7th Special Forces Group.

Several of Madison County’s long-range and tactical shooting enthusiasts gathered at this clinic hosted by Impact Armory, LLC. at Providence Hills Farm to learn from the best of the best in long range and tactical shooting.

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Top row, left to right: Seated Bryan Morgan (left) and Bryan Sykes (right) give instruction to participants as Chris Rosson and Derek Gibbs look over the operation. | George Gardner and his wife traveled from Kansas to Mississippi to instruct this shooting class. | Participants in prone position shoot at targets ranging from 100 to 800 yards. | Members of Providence Hill Farm held a bass competition, joining the shooters for lunch catered by Geor-

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gia Blue. | Middle row: Range Officer Chris Hughes enjoying lunch. | Cedars shaded the range during the afternoon session. | A crisp, 7:00 a.m. morning sessing participants gathered to prepare for the day ahead. | Bottom row: With the bass lake as the perfect backdrop a participant watches the target through the spotting scope. | George Gardner gives instruction as the participants earnestly listen to his long-lived experience and wisdom.


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