Rotary Club of Decatur Daybreak

Weekly Meeting Recap - May 20th, 2026

What a fun morning! We kicked things off listening to "Everyday People" and Cindy Anderson’s Moment of Reflection had us laughing and thinking at once, reminding everyone to surround yourself with people who let you be your authentic self (“if people are like cilantro to you, don’t hang out with them”, be the sun, not the salt).

Breakfast was courtesy of Hansen & Beck, Alex and Robin Head Williams celebrated their one‑year anniversary!

Our guest, D. Andrew “Andy” Scott, U.S. Forest Service took us on a tour of William B. Bankhead National Forest - from the Sipsey Wilderness and its rare glades, wetlands, and caves to the forest restoration work bringing native species back, the 3,336 miles of streams, and the surprising fact that Bankhead shelters more threatened and endangered species than most protected forests.

Andy’s passion for water, wildlife, and trails had everyone picturing primitive campsites, birding routes, and redesigned bridges at Sipsey and Thompson Creek - perfect fodder for weekend adventures and community support. All in all: music, meaning, a little cilantro wisdom, and a big dose of nature‑powered inspiration.