ALABAMA THE BEAUTIFUL
When you first cross into our state and see the "Welcome to Alabama" sign, you'll notice beneath it are the words, "Alabama the Beautiful." That little phrase describes this part of the southeast well -- from mountains in the north to sandy beaches in the south and flowing rivers and lush forestry in between, Alabama has it all.
Alabama built the first rocket to put man on the moon. The very first open heart surgery was performed here in 1902. The world's first electric trolley system was introduced in Montgomery, Alabama in 1886, and the Emergency 911 call feature originated right here.
For a relaxing get-away, consider our state. We've got an abundant choice of rivers, lakes, forests and streams for camping, hunting and fishing. Need a bit of sun? Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and the Mobile Bay area feature popular spots for sunning along with arts and crafts and plenty of shopping.
Are you a bird-watcher? The Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge boasts 285 species of birds and in winter has the southern-most concentration of Canadian Geese and the state's largest number of ducks.
For those who like to hit the greens, visit the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, a site one of our own pro golfers, Stewart Cink, shares with friends when raising funds for local charities.
If you enjoy museums, visit Ivy Green, the home of Helen Keller, or the Alabama Music Hall of Fame, the W.C. Handy Museum (father of the blues) and more.
Other popular tourist favorites include the Huntsville Space and Rocket Center, the Talladega Race Track, and Alabama's Heart of Dixie Train Museum in Calera, Alabama. Stay tuned -- and consider this your official invitation to visit our state ~ Alabama the Beautiful!
Nan Keltie, Zone Manager
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