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    YOUR GUIDE TO ISSUE 14                      15
                                                NATIONAL POTATO CHIP DAY
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    DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME                        16
    The time to “spring forward” is quickly
                                                LOCAL WATERFALLS
    approaching. While it is something to
    look forward to, losing an hour of sleep    If you’re looking to take a day trip to
    definitely is not.                          see waterfalls close to the CSRA, here
                                                are a few to check out.
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    LOCAL DISC GOLF COURSES                     18
    08                                          ST. PATRICK’S DAY
                                                March 17th is typically associated with
    INTERNATIONAL                               the color green, shamrocks and parades,
    WOMEN’S DAY                                 but it is about so much more than these
    A day to celebrate the achievements         modern traditions.
    of women around the world, raise
    awareness for equality and raise funds      20
    for female-focused charities.
                                                WORLD WILDLIFE DAY
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    SPRING CLEANING                             21
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    DECORATING WITH FLOWERS
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                                                AUGUSTA SCULPTURE TRAIL
    ALL ABOUT PI DAY                            120 artists from around the country
    Pi, which has been rounded to 3.14          submitted plans for ready-to-install
    by estimation, is the ratio of a circle’s   sculptures, and the top 10 were selected
    circumference to its diameter.              and invited to bring their art to Augusta.
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DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
The time to “spring forward” is quickly approaching. Sunday, March 14, 2021 (also Pi Day and National
Potato Chip Day!) will be the day to set clocks forward one hour and prepare for longer summer evenings
with more sunlight during the day. While that is something to look forward to, losing an hour of sleep
definitely is not. Here are a few ways you can get ready to adjust to the time change this year:

                                                                                                                Enjoy Longer Evenings
                                                                                                                One of the biggest perks to springing forward is the opportunity to enjoy more sunlight. Open your
                                                                                                                curtains to let the natural light into your home and to help reset your body’s clock. Take walks after dinner
                                                                                                                without having to worry about rushing back before the streetlights come on.

                                                                                                                Be Careful with Food
                                                                                                                It’s easier to prepare your body for bed when you eat dinner earlier in the evening and establish a cutoff
                                                                                                                time. Spicy or fatty foods, especially as bedtime snacks, can lead to insomnia and indigestion. Try to quit
                                                                                                                the caffeine earlier in the day as well to help yourself calm down when it’s time to catch some sleep.
Go to Bed Earlier
In the days leading up to Daylight Saving Time, begin your bedtime routine 15 minutes earlier and gradually     Reduce Your Screen Time
work your way up until the day of. This is particularly beneficial for smaller children, who typically have a
more difficult time adjusting to the time change.                                                               While it may seem like a show or scrolling through your phone may help you to calm down, they actually
                                                                                                                stimulate your brain and make it harder to fall asleep. You don’t want to do anything that could add to
                                                                                                                potential grogginess from the time change, so aim to put the electronics away at least one hour before
Consistency is Key                                                                                              bedtime each night.

Keep your sleep cycle more regular by aiming to wake up at the same time every morning, weekends
included. While sleeping in is a short-term luxury, it can cause trouble with waking up and falling asleep      While it may take a few days to adjust to Daylight Saving Time, taking the right steps will help you adjust
during the week. It’s not a hard and fast rule to wake up at the same time every single day, but try to as      easily. It is possible to avoid groggy mornings when you have time to prepare! Work your way up to the
often as possible - especially around Daylight Saving Time.                                                     time change, get ample sleep and enjoy the warmer days.

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LOCAL DISC GOLF COURSES

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With the amazing spring weather on the horizon, you may be looking for fun activities to enjoy outside.
Disc golf is an interesting alternative to the regular game of golf and is a great way to incorporate
exercise into your outdoor leisure. If you’ve considered playing disc golf for fun or joining a team, here
                                                                                                                  I can’t change the direction of the
are a few courses around the CSRA to explore:
                                                                                                                  wind, but I can adjust my sails to
International Disc Golf Center,
3828 Dogwood Lane, Appling, GA                                                                                    always reach my destination.
This is one of the most prominent disc golf locations in                                                          by Jimmy Dean
the area. With three different courses to choose from,
you get the choice of how much of a challenge you want
your game to be. The Steady Ed Headrick Memorial Disc
Golf Course boasts 18 holes, 6 of them along the beautiful
Clarks Hill Lake. The area is mostly wooded with a mixture
of flat and hilly spots.

WR Jackson Memorial Disc Golf Course is the longest
and most challenging of the 3 with a mostly hilly area and
semi-open large holes.

Jim Warner Memorial Disc Golf Course is heavily wooded
with higher elevation, yet has a few wonderful lake
views. It is the only complete short layout course in the
International Disc Golf Center area.

The Players Course at Lake Olmstead, 2220 Broad Street, Augusta, GA
Large shade trees and rolling terrain cover this short and technical course. You can catch scenic views
of Lake Olmstead and may even spot jumping fish or ducklings on a good day.

Patriots Park Disc Golf Course, 5445 Columbia Road, Evans, GA
The diverse layout on a rolling terrain is challenging, yet fun. There is a winding creek mixed in on 4 of
the holes out of this 6,030 foot course.

Riverview Park, 100 Riverview Park Drive, North Augusta, SC
The front 9 holes of this course are short and tight with significant changes in elevation. Expect longer,
more wide open holes on the back 9.

Grab friends and family today to take a look at some of these local hot spots for disc golf. It will help
everyone stay physically engaged and can be challenging, so don’t forget to hydrate!

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In 1910, an International Conference of Working Women was held in Copenhagen, Denmark. The idea
                                                                                                          of an International Women’s Day was presented there and a “yes” decision was made with unanimous
                                                                                                          approval. It was officially recognized for the first time in 1911 with women participating all over the world
                                                                                                          to fight for their equality.

                                                                                                          By the time 2000 rolled around, there was little activity happening for women to be recognized and
                                                                                                          celebrated. Feminism became an unpopular topic of discussion, and the online platform was developed
                                                                                                          in 2001 to push campaign themes and provide direction for annual International Women’s Day activities.

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
Monday, March 8th is International Women’s Day 2021. According to the official International Women’s      In our current time, the world has gone through significant changes. This absolutely has had an impact
Day website, this year’s theme is “Choose to Challenge”. It is inspired by the movement of pointing       on women as far as equality and freedom. Women are still not paid with the same standard as their
out inequality, calling out biases and questioning stereotypes to help create a more inclusive world.     male coworkers and don’t always get a seat at the table when it comes to business or politics. However,
International Women’s Day is a chance to celebrate the achievements of women around the world, raise      great improvements have been made since International Women’s Day first began. There are female
awareness for equality and raise funds for female-focused charities.                                      astronauts, college professors, doctors and more that may not have happened had their ancestors not
                                                                                                          paved the way more than 100 years ago.
International Women’s Day has been around since the early 1900s. With the booming growth of the
population and the rise of different radical ideologies, critical debate was occurring among women. The   How should you celebrate this female-focused holiday? Take some time to research and read about
oppression and inequality they faced inspired them to begin pushing for change, spurring a 15,000-woman   important women in business as well as inventors and artists. Thank a woman or two in your own personal
march through New York City in 1908 to demand shorter working hours, better pay and the right to vote.    life and spend the day celebrating all that they are to you!

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SPRING CLEANING                                                                                               Remember the Seasonal Chores
                                                                                                              While there are everyday cleaning habits to practice, there are also different checklists to follow with
The bright sunshine, warmer weather and fresh blooms always bring about a special motivation to
                                                                                                              each season. To get ready for summer, you’ll want to pay attention to areas like your patio or backyard,
be more productive. Winter is typically a time to slow down and relax after a busy holiday season,
                                                                                                              clean the grill, and pressure wash the house if needed.
which means the house can quickly get out of order. When things begin to brighten up, it’s the perfect
opportunity to get a head start on spring cleaning to ensure that your house is in order and clutter-free.
Here are a few ways to keep your spring cleaning routine simple and effective.                                Shop Wisely for Cleaning Supplies
Tackle it Room by Room                                                                                        Try to keep purchases to a minimum when shopping for cleaning products. A wide variety of cleaning
                                                                                                              items can create unnecessary clutter, making it difficult to keep your home clean. A good all-purpose
Create a cleaning checklist for each room in your home, one at a time. By focusing on one area, it’s less     cleaner and soft cloth can clean just about anything and should be staples for every cleaning kit.
likely that you’ll be distracted and hop from one spot to another. Try to focus on the spaces that were
ignored more during winter and get those cleared up first.

Clear the Clutter
Getting rid of clutter is one of the best ways to clear your house and your mind. Identify the messiest
areas in your home, determine reasons for the excess clutter, come up with a solution and implement a
plan for getting rid of it. Sort items in categories of what will go to the trash, what can be donated, and
what needs to be stored away.

                                                                                                              Practice New Habits
                                                                                                              While you’re on a roll already, try to incorporate some spring cleaning practices into your everyday life.
                                                                                                              Something as simple as setting a timer for 15 minutes a day to tidy up one specific area will make a world
                                                                                                              of difference.

                                                                                                              Spring cleaning doesn’t have to be overwhelming. By shifting your focus and priorities on specific areas
                                                                                                              at a time as opposed to rummaging through the whole house, you can relax knowing that your home will
                                                                                                              be taken care of piece by piece.

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‘‘   It is our attitude at the beginning
          of a difficult task which, more
          than anything else, will affect its
          successful outcome.                   DECORATING WITH FLOWERS
                                                Decorating your home helps to improve its image as well as reflect your personal style. Flowers are a
          by William James
                                                great option for home decor since they can be used in a variety of ways and can be changed out to
                                                reflect different seasons and preferences.

                                                If you prefer to decorate with fresh flowers, check with a local florist for assistance with arrangements
                                                and care as well as supporting a small business. Fresh flowers are perfect in vases as table centerpieces
                                                and can be easy to arrange once you learn the art of it.

                                                Prepare your flowers by removing unnecessary parts, such as thorns and excess leaves. Make a 45
                                                degree angle cut at the end of the stem before submerging it in water. Keep larger flowers at the
                                                center while gathering smaller flowers around them. You can also keep the flowers in place with floral
                                                foam or tape.

                                                There are two general color categories for flower arrangements- warm and cool. Warm colors such as
                                                red, orange and yellow are associated with cheer, encouragement, happiness and warmer weather. If
                                                you are trying to bring any of these emotions into your home, go with a warm color scheme.

                                                Cool colors, on the other hand, include green, blue and purple and can bring a sense of tranquility to the
                                                home. These colors work well with a home entryway or bedroom due to their relaxing effect.

                                                Flowers in the home are also good for their aromatherapy benefits. Smells from lavender and chamomile
                                                are incredibly calming, making them perfect for bedroom decor and ensuring a good night’s sleep.
                                                Happier scents such as those from daisies or carnations are great for the kitchen and living room with
                                                their welcoming and joyful aroma.

                                                Flower decorations are a personal reflection of your style brought to life. You can switch them out as often
                                                as you please and switch up the color schemes to keep a sense of excitement in your home. They’re
                                                always accessible and typically affordable. Freshen up your home with a beautiful floral arrangement in
                                                each room!
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ALL ABOUT PI DAY                                                                                                     NATIONAL POTATO CHIP DAY
3.14. March 14th. A celebration of one of the most mysterious mathematical symbols. Pi, which has been               Not only is March 14th Pi Day, but it is also National Potato Chip Day. Time to celebrate America’s
rounded to 3.14 by estimation, is the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter. The distance around         #1 snack!
the edge of any circle is just over three times the distance across.
                                                                                                                     A quick history behind potato chips is that they started out as “Saratoga chips” in the 1850s. An unhappy
                                                                                                                     customer at a restaurant kept sending his potatoes back to the kitchen, claiming they were too thick and
Pi has puzzled people around the world for more than 4,000 years. Many well-known mathematicians
                                                                                                                     soggy. George Crum, the chef at the time, took it upon himself to slice the potatoes as thin as he possibly
as well as everyday people have spent hours upon hours trying to make sense of the math mystery. In
                                                                                                                     could and fried them until they were crisp. Surprisingly, the customer was finally satisfied with his order.
ancient Babylon, rope stretchers that marked the locations of boundaries and buildings estimated pi to
                                                                                                                     The new creation became a regular item on the menu known as “Saratoga Chips”.
be 3.125. Eventually, a Greek mathematician named Archimedes used an algorithmic approach to try
calculating pi. He continuously drew polygons until he had more than 90 to prove that pi equals 3.14.
                                                                                                                     There are also cookbooks from the 1800s such as Shilling Cookery for the People by Alexis Soyer and
                                                                                                                     The Virginia House-Wife by Mary Randolph that shows potatoes being thinly sliced and fried in grease,
Pi didn’t get its official name until the Renaissance era when an English mathematician began calling it pi;
                                                                                                                     but it is unknown whether they were to turn out crispy or not.
however, it wasn’t until 1737 that it became widely embraced. The Greek letter for pi, π roughly translates
to “circumference” from the Greek word perimetros.

Thanks to modern advances in technology, pi has been calculated up to 31 TRILLION digits! However, it
only takes the first 39 or so to perform universal calculations with little to no error. We will likely never find
the accurate area or circumference of a circle since the exact value of pi cannot be calculated.

Celebrating Pi Day has become a fun tradition for schools and learning centers worldwide. It is especially
popular among math classes, for obvious reasons. Teachers will use the day to present new pi-related
equations as well as PIE eating contests where students bring circular foods to share (although this may
need to be done differently given the current pandemic). Even if you’re not in school anymore, you can
celebrate Pi Day too! Order a pizza and bake a pie or cake for dessert. Don’t forget to add the pi symbol            By the late 1800s, Saratoga chips became an item on trains, in hotel restaurants, and on food carts.
in frosting for a special touch and a photo op.                                                                      Grocers caught on and began to make the chips to sell in larger batches. They were shipped by wagon
                                                                                                                     or barrel to other grocers and restaurants and sold privately to families by the pound with specific baking
Whether you choose to celebrate Pi Day with math equations, food or games, enjoy it and use it as an
                                                                                                                     instructions for fresh, crispy perfection.
excuse to have fun!
                                                                                                                     In 1910, Mike-sell’s Potato Chip Company was founded in Dayton, Ohio. They claim to be the oldest
                                                                                                                     potato chip company in the country. However, there is a bit of competition with Tri-Sum Potato Chips out
                                                                                                                     of New England, who claims they are the country’s first potato chip manufacturer beginning in 1908.

                                                                                                                     The most well-known potato chip brand today is Lay’s. Interestingly enough, Herman W. Lay began selling
                                                                                                                     his first chips in the back of his car in the 1930s while he was still working as a traveling salesman. Lay’s
                                                                                                                     became one of the first snack brands ever to advertise on TV in 1944. Their first celebrity spokesperson
                                                                                                                     was Bert Lahr, who played the Cowardly Lion in the classic film The Wizard of Oz.

                                                                                                                     There are now more than 200 flavors of potato chips across a wide variety of brands. Find your favorite
                                                                                                                     or try a new one that you haven’t had before in honor of National Potato Chip Day!

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LOCAL WATERFALLS
                                                                                                               ‘‘   Sometimes you will never know the
                                                                                                                    value of a moment, until it becomes
Why did they ever say “Don’t go chasing waterfalls”? They’re beautiful! Visiting a waterfall is a refreshing        a memory.
break from reality and makes for a great photo op. If you’re looking to take a day trip to see waterfalls
                                                                                                                    by Dr. Seuss
close to the CSRA, here are a few to check out.

Aqueduct Park - Augusta, GA
The Rae’s Creek Aqueduct is a pre-Civil War structure in Augusta. The stone arches and rushing waters
are a fascinating aspect to visitors and tourists, making it one of the best waterfalls in the River Region.

Long Shoals Wayside Park - Pickens, SC
Just outside of the bustling city of Greenville, you’ll find this gorgeous and fun attraction. There is a
natural waterslide area which is perfect for the whole family to enjoy - but make sure to bring life jackets
or arm floaties for younger children as a safety precaution. There is no cost for admission, but be sure to
pack a lunch and find a spot at one of the picnic areas around the park for a break during the day!

Riley Moore Falls - Mountain Rest, SC
At 12 feet high, it may not seem like there is much to see here. However, the 100 foot span and natural
pool area make Riley Moore Falls the perfect warm weather destination. There is a 1 mile hike through
the Sumter National Forest to reach the waterfall, but it is well worth the effort once you are there.

Helton Creek Falls - Blairsville, GA
Follow the Helton Creek Falls Trail to this beautiful area with more than 100 feet of waterfall to see. Be
cautious as rocks can be slippery, but it is a fun experience for the whole family to enjoy. Admission is
free as well!

Exploring waterfalls can be a cheap or free activity and is a great option for getting out of the house
after so much time spent in quarantine. Being outdoors, you can easily stay socially distanced while still
enjoying the adventure. Pack up the car and explore these local areas this season!

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ST. PATRICK’S DAY                                                                                             The shamrock was considered a sacred plant.
March 17th is typically associated with the color green, shamrocks and parades, but it is about so much       The three-leaf clover symbolized the arrival of spring in Ireland. St. Patrick used the plant as a visual
more than these modern traditions. Actually, the history of St. Patrick’s Day dates back more than 1,500      guide for explaining the Holy Trinity as he was spreading Christianity through the country.
years. Here are a few interesting facts about the happy green holiday.
                                                                                                              America hosted the first known St. Patrick’s Day parade.
                                                                                                              The three-leaf clover symbolized the arrival of spring in Ireland. St. Patrick used the plant as a visual
                                                                                                              guide for explaining the Holy Trinity as he was spreading Christianity through the country.

St. Patrick was born in Britain, not Ireland.
The patron saint of Ireland was actually believed to have been born in Britain near the end of the 4th
century, according to historians. Irish raiders kidnapped him when he was 16 and sold him as a slave to a
Celtic priest in Ireland. He worked as a slave for nearly 6 years, but escaped back to Britain. Eventually,
he returned to Ireland and is credited for bringing Christianity to the Irish people.

There were no snakes for St. Patrick to ban in Ireland.
One of the popular legends surrounding St. Patrick is that he stood on an Irish hillside and banished all
serpents from Ireland. However, research suggests that snakes may have never occupied the area in the         Corned beef and cabbage were innovated in America.
first place. The country’s fossil record makes no mention of snakes.
                                                                                                              This meal is known as a St. Patrick’s Day staple across the country. Corned beef was a cheaper substitute

The idea of leprechauns may be based on Celtic fairies.                                                       for immigrants as opposed to the ham traditionally eaten in Ireland.

The original Irish name for the folklore character is lobaircin, which means “small-bodied fellow”. Celtic    Although St. Patrick is considered the patron saint of Ireland, he was never officially canonized by the
folktales suggest that leprechauns were cranky little souls and mended the shoes of other fairies.            Catholic Church. However, his legacy lives on even though traditions may look different than years past.

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WORLD WILDLIFE DAY
On March 3rd, World Wildlife Day is celebrated around the world as a way to raise awareness of earth’s
wildlife and plants. The theme for 2021’s celebration is “Forests and Livelihoods: Sustaining People
and Planet”, which will highlight the role of forests, forest species and ecosystems that play a role in
sustaining the livelihoods of millions of people around the world. This particularly affects Indigenous
communities with historic ties to forested areas.

There are between 200 and 350 million people around the world who live within or close to forested              PASSOVER
areas. This means they rely on the ecosystem services provided by the forest and its inhabitants for
                                                                                                                Passover begins this year on Saturday, March 27th and ends on Sunday, April 4th. If you are unfamiliar
the most basic needs such as food, shelter and medicines. The goal of Wildlife Day this year is to
                                                                                                                with the traditionally Jewish holiday, here is a quick history of its origins and how it is still observed.
promote forest and wildlife management models that will help both human well-being and the long-term
conservation of forests and everything they contain.                                                            Passover commemorates the story of the Israelites’ freedom from slavery in Egypt, mainly covered in the
                                                                                                                books of Exodus, Numbers and Deuteronomy in the Bible. The festival traditionally lasts one week and
Multiple events will be taking place around the globe in honor of World Wildlife Day. You can find live
                                                                                                                is observed with a number of important rituals, including a Passover meal known as seder. It takes place
streams and campaign pages at www.wildlifeday.org/content/events whether you want to celebrate
                                                                                                                on a different date every year because it does not follow the traditional Gregorian calendar, but instead
within your region or explore other areas of the world and how they are observing this day. There
                                                                                                                follows the Hebrew calendar which commands from the book of Exodus, chapter 12 that unleavened
are also promotional materials at www.wildlifeday.org/content/outreach-material available to spread the
                                                                                                                bread is to be eaten from the 14th day of the month at evening to the 21st day of the month at evening.
word on social media and other places around you.
                                                                                                                Seder is the religious feast that takes place during the first two nights of Passover. The story of the
As far as how World Wildlife Day got its start, the celebration dates back to March 3, 1973. On this            Israelites’ exodus from Egypt is read aloud and rituals are performed that go along with the narrative. For
day, the United Nations General Assembly chose to take a stand to protect the endangered species of             example, vegetables dipped in saltwater represent tears shed by the Jews during their time in slavery.
the world that face extinction. Hundreds of endangered species were threatened every year, and the              Bitter herbs such as horseradish stand for the unpleasant years of their bondage.
Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) was put into place to hold the world
accountable when it comes to preserving the lives of such species. In 2013, the UN declared that March          One of the most important Passover traditions is removing leavened food products from the home before
3rd of each year would be World Wildlife Day to keep people informed of our ever-changing world and             it begins and steering clear of them for the duration of the week. Instead of bread, a flatbread called
raise awareness for the preservation of wildlife.                                                               matzo is eaten. The tradition takes place because the Hebrews fled Egypt with such haste that they had
                                                                                                                no time to wait for their bread to rise, or it could have been that matzo was lighter and easier to carry
It is extremely important to keep the world’s wildlife healthy and thriving. By taking part in World Wildlife   through the desert on their journey to freedom.
Day, you have the opportunity to contribute to a bigger effort in preserving the wildlife of our great world.
                                                                                                                A basic storyline of how Passover came about is that the Pharaoh of Egypt at the time was fearful that
                                                                                                                there would be too many Jews living there, so he proceeds to enslave them and demands the murder of
                                                                                                                male Jewish babies. Moses, one of the Jewish babies who was not supposed to survive, was saved by
                                                                                                                his mother and midwives and adopted by Pharaoh’s daughter. After a series of events, Moses is told by
                                                                                                                God to go and free his people from slavery. Each time the Pharaoh denied Moses’ request, God struck
                                                                                                                a plague on Egypt. They range from darkness, lice and boils to the last and darkest plague, the killing of
                                                                                                                Egyptian first-born children by an “angel of death”. The Israelites would mark their doors with the blood
                                                                                                                of a lamb in order to protect their children and the “angel” would pass over their doors. The Israelites
                                                                                                                were ultimately freed from slavery and Passover is celebrated in remembrance of God sparing them and
                                                                                                                protecting them in their distress.

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Sun Lion - 836 Broad Street
                                                                                                               D’jean Jawrunner of Tucumcari, New Mexico views the world microscopically, telescopically, and
                                                                                                               empirically. He sees horned toads as reptilian unicorns that are both mythical and spiritual, predator and
                                                                                                               prey.

                                                                                                               Orion - 8th & Broad Street
                                                                                                               David Sheldon of Asheville, North Carolina created this piece with a “NASA aesthetic”. It is influenced by

AUGUSTA SCULPTURE TRAIL                                                                                        the instruments of space exploration as well as the moving rhythms of modern architecture.

The newest outdoor attraction in the CSRA- Downtown Augusta is the Augusta Sculpture Trail. 120 artists        Maestro/Forever Young - 8th & Broad Street
from around the country submitted plans for ready-to-install sculptures, and the top 10 were selected
and invited to bring their art to Augusta. The trail is expected to remain in Augusta for two years, giving    This visual stimulus was created by Larry Schueckler from College Station, Texas. It examines the impact
the artists an opportunity to be professionally recognized and noticed for their creative talents. It’s also   of movement when conveying thoughts, ideas and stories through performing arts.
possible that the city could purchase one or a few of the pieces to remain in the city permanently.

The sculptures in Augusta are placed in close enough intervals that make for a fun and easy walking trail      Duet - 836 Reynolds Street
to explore the area. Certain spots use City sidewalks that help make them fully accessible for everyone
                                                                                                               Based out of Georgia, Gregory Johnson has spent nearly 30 years forming contemporary sculptures.
to enjoy. There is also a digital walking tour produced by the Greater Augusta Arts Council that can help
                                                                                                               He builds upon the traditional concepts of classical compositions with detailed attention to surfaces and
explorers learn more details about each work and the artist behind it while they are on the trail.
                                                                                                               forms.

Unstoppable - 11th & Broad Street
Gus and Lina Ocamposilva of Oldsmar, Florida have used various mediums to create their pieces. This
                                                                                                               Popsicles - 836 Reynolds Street
sculpture honors the freedom and perseverance of the human spirit with a cheerful attitude towards life.       Craig Gray of Key West, Florida focuses on connecting community and exploring culture. He aims to
                                                                                                               warm the soul and bring happiness to the heart.
Impractical Hardware - 10th & Broad Street
This sculpture comes from Harry McDaniel out of Asheville, North Carolina. He uses graceful curves,            What A Wonderful World - 8th & Riverwalk
a sense of motion, and elements of illusion as common threads in his pieces. The goal of his art is to
                                                                                                               Leonard Ursachi of Brooklyn, New York explores the consequences of human activity on the environment
reward those who wonder about the significance of forms and explore different viewing angles.
                                                                                                               through his pieces. This piece is woven from different types of tree branches that form an egg-like
                                                                                                               “globe”, which resembles a fragile but repairable world.
Invasive - 836 Broad Street
Jenn Garrett of Gainesville, Florida paid homage to her mother and sister who have both battled breast         Stepped Tower - 8th & Riverwalk
cancer. It is a beautiful and unsettling piece of two hot pink forms appearing from a landscape. The
petals are cut from aluminum plates in a cell stain pattern, which references plant forms and the disease      The Professor Emeritus at the University of Georgia, Larry Millard, created this piece to reveal layers of
process.                                                                                                       history as “steps”.

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