In This Issue Bayou Pigeon and the Basin Who's Watching?! Spring Fling Island Golf Getaway Quick Links Attractions Dining Map Accommodations Iberville Parish Government About Us Tucked between the swamps of the Atchafalaya Basin and the bustling state capital of Baton Rouge is a parish rich with legend and mystery, where tales of survival and triumph are central to its core. Iberville is a parish of magnificent antebellum homes and massive live oaks, of meandering bayous, historic buildings and waterways teeming with life. Connect With Us	Bayou Pigeon and the Basin A new book, Bayou Pigeon, Louisiana's Spirit of the Atchafalaya describes the history of the people on the eastern edge of the Atchafalaya Basin, their Cajun culture and way of life ingrained in their beautiful, natural surrounds - fishing, crawfishing, trapping and hunting. To learn more about this beautiful volume, click here.
	Who's Watching?! The third season of the History Channel's Swamp People has ordinary people glued to their screens, and discussion boards full of swamp talk. If you want to see the swamps of Iberville Parish natives, Willie and Junior Edwards, we boast more than a dozen boat launches into the beautiful Atchafalaya Basin. Please click here for a list of locations. And be sure to post your favorite Swamp People adventure on Facebook. For more on the show, click here.
	Spring Fling With their lush spring gardens, now is a great time to visit Nottoway Plantation & Resort. With phase II of their multi-million renovations complete, they now boast resort amenities on the grounds of the grand estate. For tours or more information about taking a quick getaway, visit Nottoway.com. •40 Overnight Rooms •2 Honeymoon Suites •Restaurant •Outdoor Pool & Cabana •The Grande Pavilion •3 Bridal Dressing Rms •2 Ballrooms •Meeting Rooms •Executive Boardroom •Game & Fitness Center •Hair & Nail Salon •Tennis Courts
	Island Golf Getaway Spring seems to bring out all the birdies, including those of the golfing variety. To play championship golf on a magnificent, Audubon Golf Trail course and then dine on Chef Godfrey’s specials, look no further than The Island Golf Club. And you won’t need to worry about spring showers, since this is one of the best-drained courses around. Visit TheIslandGolf.com to book your tee time today.
	Carville Hansen's Disease Museum The picturesque Indian Camp Plantation, hidden on the back roads of Carville, is actually the site of abuse and miracles. It was formerly the Gillis Long Hansen's Disease Center, the only hospital in the nation to treat Hansen's Disease (leprosy). Free Admission - Museum Hours are Tu-Sa, 10a-4p. Click here for info and to make reservations for historic walking tour and film last Saturday of the month.