Lineman Appreciation Day is observed on April 18 every year. This day honors the hard work that women and men put in to keep the power on.

Our linemen are the first responders in our community, working around the clock in difficult and dangerous conditions to keep power flowing through our homes and the community. Lineworkers work all hours of the day and night, sacrificing time away from their families to go above and beyond in restoring power and ensuring our members’ needs are met.

Here are some ideas for Lineman Appreciation Day:

Practical Gestures:

• "Thank You" Banner: Hang a banner on the warehouse dock or office to show appreciation. 
• Breakfast or Lunch: Treat linemen to a warm breakfast or lunch, perhaps with biscuits
  or other treats. 
• Refreshments: Offer lemonade or other drinks to crews returning from work. 
• Gift Baskets: Create gift baskets with lineman-themed items like tools, snacks, or apparel. 
• Personalized Gifts: Consider personalized gifts like mugs, pens, or hats with lineman themes. 
• Lineman-Themed Items: Offer items like spool tables, wooden cable reels, or lineman shirts. 

• Social Media Shout-Outs: Use social media to thank linemen and share their stories. 
• Community Appreciation: Encourage community members to say thank you to linemen. 
• Thank You Cards: Ask local schools or organizations to make cards for Lineworker Appreciation Day. 
• Honk and Wave: Simple gestures like honking and waving to linemen as they pass by
  can show appreciation. 
• Invite Local Press: Invite local media to cover the event and highlight the work of linemen.
• Create a Web Page: Develop a web page with a form