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Bernard Troncale Water Whys Following their passion S ome people follow their passion the way a dog chases down a tennis ball – full bore, tirelessly and filled with joy. Many of them follow that passion on and near Alabama Power lakes. They are the birders who traipse the Piedmont Plateau Birding Trail, which loops by Harris and Martin lakes, hoping to spot some of the 400-plus bird species that call Alabama home. They are the sailing club members yearning for just a puff of wind to push them across Logan Martin, Martin or Weiss lakes. And they are the high-school anglers lured by the thrill of competition and the hope of landing some big-time bass. Then, there are those whose passion is for the power of good, like the Lake Martin Animal Shelter and an Alexander City Boy Scout troop whose project to build dog houses raised money and awareness, and brought people together for a good cause. For those with a passion for history, Ten Island Park on Neely Henry Lake once sheltered Creek Indians, became a strategic site during the Creek and Civil wars, and played a key role in taming the Coosa River. This issue of Shorelines shares stories that revolve around people with passion. We hope it inspires you to follow yours. Enjoy! - Bob Blalock, Alabama Power This page: Sailors spend a February day on Logan Martin Lake. 3