On May 14, 2025, Georgia 811’s mascot, Digger Dog and Ms. Maria, with Walton EMC/Gas attended Career Day at Social Circle Elementary School in Social Circle, GA .
They shared their career and told the 3rd and 4th grade students; they travel all over the state of Georgia to
elementary schools! Presenting The Digger Dog Utility Safety show. They encouraged students to “know
what’s below and contact 811 before they dig.” Sharing safety information and having a bit of fun,
Digger and Ms. Maria explained the importance of not damaging underground utility lines by digging
safely, how to be safe near overhead power lines and what to do if the power lines are down. They also
demonstrated the smell of natural gas and what students should do if they smell it. Digger and Ms.
Maria also discusses what the colored flags and paint on the ground represent and that students should
never move the flags. For more information about Digger Dog and his free presentation contact Georgia
811 Education Administrator Maria Copeland at mcopeland@Georgia811.com or 770-476-6035.
For more information about Georgia 811 or the Georgia Dig Law visit www.Georgia811.com. The
number to “Call Before You Dig” is 811. Do your part in keeping Georgia Safe and Connected, It’s the
Law.
Digger Dog visited the 2nd grade students at McGinnis Woods Country Day School this morning. He told
them that there are two reasons their parents should “Call 811” before they dig, to prevent damage and
for their safety!
Walton EMC/Gas demonstrated to the 3rd and 4th grade students how the locate technicians locate the underground utilities!