Tinker With Tuesdays at the Mississippi Children's Museum

Every Tuesday, the Children's Museum hosts "Tinker With Tuesdays".  This program begins at 3:30 p.m., and focuses on children aged 4-11, and their curiosity with engineering, science and mathematics.  It's free for Museum members.

Visit the link above for more information, including contact numbers.  The theme for May/June is "Practical Physics".

PRVWSD Minutes from April 18, 2013, Board Meeting

A discussion of the vote concerning winter water levels is included.  Also a discussion of proposed additional fees, i.e., hunting permits, boat fees and camping fees.

Board Minutes April 2013

Area Vacation Bible Schools (Updated)

Here are a few dates for Vacation Bible Schools taking place in the Reservoir area.  This list is not all inclusive.  If you are aware of any others, post it in the comments, and I will add them to the post.


Lakeside Presbyterian Church, June 3-7
St. Mark's UMC, June 9-13 (evening)
Lakeland Prebyterian Church, June 10-14 (9 am to 11:30 a.m.)
First Baptist Church of Fannin, June 23-27 (6 to 8:30 p.m.)

Boat Parade Entry Form

Sign up now for the Independence Day Celebration Boat Parade.  My children loved watching the boats go by at Lakeshore Park last year.  Help make this year even better.

2013 Boat Parade Entry Form

Fannin Landing Construction Video

Below is a short video regarding the ongoing construction at Fannin Landing Boat Ramp from the Clarion Ledger web site.

Clarion Ledger Article on Master Plan Survey

The Clarion Ledger had a very general article concerning the Master Plan survey results.  The link is here.

354 total responses?  Only about half of those lease holders?  They are going to think you don't care.

Update from Board of Supervisors re Overlay

I received word that no action of immediate import was taken today at the Rankin County Board of Supervisors Meeting regarding the Overlay, other than to table the issue pending additional legal wrangling between lawyers for the PRVWSD and the BoS.  Once the language is ironed out and given the lawyers' stamp of approval, an Interlocal Agreement will need to be entered into between the two authorities.  It is hoped that progress toward this goal be made by the July 15 meeting.  

Board Agenda for May 16, 2013

There will be a meeting of the Board of Directors of the PRVWSD tomorrow at 9:30, at the District Offices.    The issue of the expansion of Timberlake Campground is not on the agenda.  If anyone goes to the meeting, please provide a report.

Boardagenda MAY2013

More Discussion on Timberlake Campground

For a lively discussion on the recent PRVWSD public meeting, check out this post on Jackson Jambalaya.

Katfishin Kids

Here is a media clipping from the Mississippi Wildlife Federation:

June 1, 2013 – 7:00 A.M. – 10:30 a.m.

Turcotte Lab of Highway 43 at the Ross Barnett Reservoir

The Mississippi Wildlife Federation, the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks, The Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, Sport Fish Restoration, Academy Sports and Outdoors, Brown Bottling Group, Allied Waste Services, and all local Wal-Mart stores are working together to bring this free event to children aged 15 and under to teach them all about fishing.

Bring the kids and join us for a fun-filled day where children can learn the basics of fishing. We’ll teach them how to tie a knot, select the correct lure, bait hooks and cast. In addition, they will learn what a fish is and become familiar with it’s habitat. We’ll stock the pond with catfish and let them try their hand at fishing. Lunch will be provided free of charge.

This event is free to all and no equipment is needed.

Oxford Day at the Mississippi Museum of Art

Those who, like me, were able to spend a little time in Oxford while getting our education, should enjoy the Mississippi Museum of Art's Oxford Day, this Saturday.  Reservoir alumni, consider taking in this free event.  Looks to be a good time.

Reminder of PRVWSD Public Meeting Tonight

See link for Press Release containing all the details.

Hope for Hunter Festival

You can read about Hunter Smith's story in the flyer below, or here, or here, or here.

On Saturday, May 18, there will be Hope for Hunter Festival/Fundraiser at Pisgah School in Sandhill.  Below, there is posted an information flyer and chicken dinner order form.

The fun begins at 8 a.m. with a 5K run/walk, and continues until 2 p.m.  There will be a fun zone for the kids with jumpie houses, face painting, games and more.  There will also be an antique car show, flea market booths, and so much more.

Hunter Flyer007

Alligator Hunting Rules Posted By MDWFP

Dust your alligator hunting gear off and get ready to fish for some lizards.  All the information you need to know should be in the Final Rules for this year's alligator hunting season.  The Public Land rules are published below.

Pictured above is the 697 pounder caught last year outside of the Rez.

Shop the Mustard Seed

Consider the Mustard Seed when purchasing a Mother's Day gift this year.