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In early thoughts of Spring Break,
minds turn to the familiar pilgrimage to
the Florida shores. Why the beach?
There are some students who do not
enjoy what they consider frivolous
pursuits. For those who wish to choose
other recreation, there is a great deal
available right here in Georgia and in
Macon.
To those interested in the historical,
scenic, and cultural, there are a few
suggestions:
MILLEDGEVILLE. GEORGIA S
MANY MANSTONS
There are more than 20 historic homes
(circa 1807 to 1879) which visitors may
see on a driving tour of Mill edge ville,
Ga. Two especially outstanding ones are
The Mansion and the Old State Capitol.
The Mansion, 120 South Clark Street,
served as the home of 10 Georgia
governors for 40 years. Built in 1838, it is
a superb example of Greek Revival
architecture. The Old State Capitol, now
rebuilt and a part of Georgia Military
College, was used from 1807 to 1867.
Both buildings are open to visitors at
specific times and dates.
GEORGIA S BEAUTY ROAD.
The Richard B. Russell Scenic High
way (GA 348) is considered one of the
state’s most picturesque.
Named for the late and long-time
United States Senator, the 14.1 mile
stretch begins eight miles southeast of
Blairs ville.
The Appalachian Trail crosses the
road at Tessnatee Gap. highest point on
the highway. Elevations range from
1,600 to 3,000 feet.
GEORGIA OPERA HOUSES
Columbus. Ga.’s Springer Opera
House is a restored Victorian theatre
where Edwin Booth and Franklin D.
Roosevelt appeared. Group tours are
available by appointment. Performances
are scheduled mid-September to late
May.
Macon. Ga.’s Grand Opera House has
the largest stage in the United States.
Built in 1906 and now completely
restored, the structure is the center for
performing arts in middle Georgia.
Hawkinsville, Ga., has on Opera
House built in 1907 but it has not been
restored. It is, however, listed on the
National Register of Historic Buildings.
GUIDE YOURSELF IN GEORGIA
Because many tourists enjoy the
adventure of walking tours on their own.
Georgia cities have well detailed maps
and routes available for visitors upon
request.
Brochures and maps are available at
the.local Chambers of Commerce or at
the nearest Georgia Visitor Information
Center.
There is much to spe around us that
wo are missing. Even those of us who are
from Georgia have missed the great
reservior of entertainment found in such
close proximity.
Georgia: For a Good Time. For A
Lifetime.
Students Seek Concern
For Blind And Leaders
By Doris McCullough
and Susan Card
Susan Card and Richard Elliott are
both students at Mercer. They are also
blind, and depend on Leader Dogs to
help them get around. Many people
aren't informed about blind people and
their Leader Dogs.
Leader Dogs for the Blind is a
non-profit organization supported entire
ly by the Lions Club. Blind people
needing dogs can go to the Leader Dog
School in Michigan for a four week
training period. During these four weeks
the students get their dogs and both dog
and students learn how to work with
each other as a team.
The Leader Dog is not a pet: it is a
Leader. These dogs are working dogs. It
is distracting and harmful to the dog’s
performance when people pet them.
Very often a blind person does not mind
if the dog is petted, as long as it is done
politely. First, please ask the blind
person before petting his or her dog
while he is working (walking). When
given permission to pet a Leader Dog, be
discreet about' it. Don’t get him
overexcited. The team of a blind person
and dog need to be treated respectfully.
If anyone has any questions concern
ing Leader Dogs, please direct them to
Leader Dogs for the Blind, 1039 South
Rochester Road, Rochester. Michigan,
48063. The phone number is (313)
651-9011. ' \ J
Travel, Learn, And Earn
New York, 2/1/83 — How about
spending the summer discovering the
culture, history, and people in exotic
Tahiti? Or studying psychology in China,
biology and geology in Galapagos
Archipelago, art restoration in Florence,
or spend an academic semester at sea
visiting 10 to 12 countries, and possibly
earn credit for it!
These are the types of adventure-filled
education opportunities you’ll find in
THE LEARNING TRAVELER series.
THE ONLY BOOKS OF THEIR KIND!
VACATION STUDY ABROAD lists
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although they are study programs, many
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and exploration of the host country.
If you’d rather study abroad for a
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Both books, published by the institute
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how k>ng the programs are: pre-session
orientation, course descriptions includ
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Although the series is geared toward
college students, THE LEARNING
TRAVELERS describe many study pro
grams open to high school students and
adults of all ages.
THE LEARNING TRAVELER series is
the result of an annual survey conducted
by the Institute of International Educa
tion. The 1983 editions. maBe possible
by a grant from The Reader's Digest,
will be available March 1.
Each volume costs S9.95. To order a
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in Hong Kong. Thailand (Bangkok), and
Mexico (Mexico City).
•NOTE TO EDITORS: Review copies
of the 1982 editions are available (1983
editions when published) from Barbar
Cahn Connotillo, Senior Editor, IIE 809
United Nations Plaza. New York, NY
10017. (212) 883-8258.
by Steve Preston
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