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June 2014

3292 Thompson Bridge Road #250, Gainesville, GA 30506 Phone: (770) 287-1444 Fax: (770) 287-1445 E-mail lakesidenews@mindspring.com

Vol. 20 Issue 6

INSIDE THIS ISSUE BumFloat: Made in Georgia Don’t use that upside-down life jacket to bob up and down in the water any more. Now there’s BumFloat, created by three Lake Lanier thirty-somethings – David Mallis, Rob Broadfoot and Don Mock. Page 44

Boater education law Beginning July 1, 16-year-olds piloting boats on Lake Lanier should carry something with them besides a cooler of soft drinks, life jackets, and sunscreen. They need a boater education certificate on board to prove they have been schooled to operate a motorized vessel. Page 26

Amicalola Falls Amicalola in my ancestor’s Cherokee language means “tumbling waters,” and this natural cascade definitely lives up to the billing. The spectacular falls plunges 729 feet and is the highest waterfall east of the Mississippi River. Page 64 Also inside: Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Captain’s comments . . . . . . . .Page Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page COE column . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Cruising Wilsons . . . . . . . . . . .Page Dining guide . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Fishing column . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Glenn Burns . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Lake Lanier Olympic Venue . . .Page Lake levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Lanier map . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Marinas information . . . . . . . .Page Outdoor activity calendar . . . .Page Power Squadron column . . . . . .Page Recreation guide . . . . . . . . . .Page Safety guide . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Sailing calendar . . . . . . . . . . .Page Steve Johnson . . . . . . . . . . . .Page US Coast Guard Auxiliary . . . . .Page Vanderford’s travel . . . . . . . . .Page

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PHOTO BY ALAN HOPE

Tommy Lee of BCM Seamless works on the drainage system of Singleton Marine Group’s sales dock at Holiday Marina. Lake businesses are getting ready for what is hoped to be a busy summer season.

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Water sharing plan between tri-states delayed is published by Lanier Publishing, Inc., 3292 Thompson Bridge Rd. #250, Gainesville, GA 30506 (770) 287-1444 Publisher/Editor Alan Hope Production Susan Nish Susan Daniel Creative, Inc. Senior Writer Pamela A. Keene Contributing writers Phillip Sartain, Roy Crittenden, Tommy Wilkinson, Millie Adcox, Mike Rudderham, Glenn Burns, Bob & Carolyn Wilson, Lisa Beers, Jane Harrison Steve Johnson Travel Editor Bill Vanderford Lakeside is published monthly by Lanier Publishing, Inc. based in Gainesville, GA, with distribution in some 300 locations around Lake Lanier and other areas. Opinions expressed by contributing writers are not necessarily those of Lakeside, its staff or its advertisers.

Manuscripts and photographs submitted will be considered for publication. Lakeside cannot be held responsible for such materials in case of damage or loss.

By Jane Harrison A private tri-state organization seeking to settle more than two decades of water wars between the states has postponed completion of its scientific based watersharing plan.

The ACF Stakeholders, composed of a diverse group of 50plus individuals with water interests in Georgia, Florida and Alabama, needs more time to complete its Sustainable Water Management Plan. The datadriven study originally scheduled for completion this month will likely be ready for release in the fall, according to Jim McClatchey, ACFS Chair. “Only parts of it” will be reviewed by the governing board when it meets June 24-26 near Eufaula, Ala., he said. “We decided additional modeling is needed.”

He declined to detail what kind of work remained on the plan due the organization’s concerns that data could be manipulated by lawsuit mongering states.

ACFS hopes to resolve conflicts through a science-driven model rather than by another round of legal action. The U.S. Solicitor General is reviewing the latest lawsuit filed in October 2013 by

Florida against Georgia in U.S. Supreme Court.

The ACFS technical oversight committee is expected to present draft versions of portions of the plan to the board this month. The plan will reflect more than 1,000 pages of data and documents concerning the Apalachicola, Chattahoochee, and Flint rivers, whose basins supply water in Georgia, Florida, and Alabama. Lake Lanier is the largest reservoir on the river system.

Water use consultants and researchers from the University of Georgia, Auburn University, Florida State University and University of Florida are collaborating in the study which includes a model of how fresh water from Georgia rivers impacts the health of Apalachicola Bay and its oysters. The Florida lawsuit claims that Georgia has hoarded water from the Chattahoochee and Flint River systems and caused harm to the oyster-based economy of the Apalachicola Bay region.

ACFS is financing the study through about $1.5 million in non-government funds to pay for a scientific model of the river system. The organization expects to share information from the study

with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which is rewriting the water control manual for Lake Lanier. In October, former ACFS chair Billy G. Turner said he believed the plan “will have a solution with which all the users on the system can live.”

McClatchey said researchers are “making good progress” on the plan, despite the delay. He added the board has not yet decided how it will present the

model or if it will submit it directly to state governments. “We haven’t decided on implementation … everything’s in process.”

The governing board will meet at the Lakepoint Resort near Eufaula. The agenda was expected to be posted in late May. McClatchey said most of the meeting will be open to the public, but that discussions regarding technical work on the water-sharing model will be closed.

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CHARMING LAKE HOME on quiet, secluded lot w/year-round lake views on deep water & full lake access. Single slip covered dock in tranquil cove. Huge deck, updated kitchen & living room, 3 BD/2 BA with basement storage area.

REDUCED $415K (Hall)

POINT LOT ON DEEP WATER. Open 6 BR/4BA floor plan w/master on main & full separate terrace level w/kitchen, living room, 2BR and 1 large bath! Over an acre lot! Perfect multigenerational home!! Fabulous lake views and always deep water. $950K (Dawson)

6209 Tallwoods Ct., Flowery Branch, GA

5457 Hulsey Circle, Gainesville, GA

6439 Deep Woods Ct., Flowery Branch, GA

FOUR SEASONS ON LANIER-MOTIVATED SELLER, 3 BD/2.5 BA, Large level lot, enjoy swim & tennis community, $195K (Hall)

Ranch on 3 LOTS ON BIG WATER (almost an acre). ~ 2 fireplaces and kitchenette in terrace level ~ Boat house on deep water~fantastic sunroom with HUGE lake views~ 3 BD/4 BA~ Easy walk to dock and grandfathered picnic pavillion at water's edge. Motivated Seller, $549K (Hall)

FOUR SEASONS ON LANIER, 4 BD/3.5 BA, Full Daylight Basement with Rec Room & Full Bath, Private Back Yard, Cul-de-sac location, $220K (Hall)

Lot Listings on Lanier

Lot Listings on Lanier

9870 Misty Cove, Gainesville, GA

7775 Chestnut Hill Rd., Cumming, GA

3908/3914 Harbour View Ct, Gainesville, GA

5547 Hidden Harbour, Gainesville, GA

The VIEW of a LIFETIME~grass to water Point lot ~Ranch, 4 BD/3.5 BA~ Master on Main~ Dock w/Double slip dock permit~ always deep water ~ $599K (Hall)

6349 Chesla Drive, Gainesville, GA

JUST LISTED: Ranch with nice lake views and easy walk to Dock, 3 BD/2BA, multiple decks and fantastic outdoor living spaces, 2 car Garage plus 1 car carport, $330K (Hall)

2 Lots in Oak Harbour, culde-sac, SS dock. $139K$169K (Hall)

6044 Wellington Ave, Gainesville, GA Stratford on Lanier, Great water view $65K (Hall)

6599 Garrett Rd, Buford, GA One of a kind South Lake Lot; sunset views, open water; SS dock. $479K (Gwinnett)

JUST LISTED! Ranch 3 BD/3 BA on Finished Basement, Easy Walk to Dble Slip Dock on Chestatee Bay. $399K (Forsyth)

Fantastic Hidden Harbour Lot, Owner Financing; open water;SS dock permit. $349K (Hall)

5262 Trudy Circle, Gainesville, GA Lot with Killer double slip dock, buy now, build later. $275K (Hall)

6475 Julian Rd, Gainesville, GA 1 acre level waterfront lot w/low Corp line. Build your dream home, permitted for SS Dock. $250K (Forsyth)

R UNDE CT A R T CON S! Y A D IN 2 JUST LISTED: 2 lots, 2 DBLE Slip Docks, great views on 5 acres! Ranch 4/3 on Basement, THE ULTIMATE PARTY PAD! Corp line at Waters Edge, $629K (Forsyth)

OWNER FINANCING/ LEASE PURCHASE OPTION ~ Sgl slip dock~ Fabulous sunroom w/open water views~ 4 BD/3.5 BA~Finished terrace Level~Near GA 400~ REDUCED $499K Bring all offers (Forsyth)

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Sheila Davis

www.LakeLaniersFinest.com 770-235-6907 sdavis@nortonnorthga.com

“$22 Million in Lake and Luxury Sales Since 2012”

The Norton Agency 434 Green Street, Gainesville, GA 30501

770.536.1250 THE POWER TO PERFORM

$1,500,000 $799,000

R E D N U !

T C A R CONT AMAZING DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY ON 9.5 ACRES! Includes a 4BR renovated home, guest house, pavilion and private dock. Approved for 18 lots and 18 boat slips. See video tour @ www.1799ClevelandHwy.info. FMLS# 7046198

$749,000

BEAUTIFUL THREE FINISHED LEVELS WITH GENTLE WALK TO SINGLE SLIP DEEP WATER PARTY DOCK. 5BR’s/3.5B’s w/finished terrace level. Tasteful updating and an open plan for entertaining. N’hood pool. www.8555AnchoronLanier.info.

FMLS#5242050. Forsyth County.

EXQUISITE 4 SIDES BRICK RANCH ON FINISHED TERRACE LEVEL. Private lot w/ Sslip dock in year round deep water. Gated S/D in North Hall. 5BR/4.5B, Study, elevator, terrace level bar and billiards rm, sunroom, 4 FP’s. FMLS# 5207745 Video tour @ www.4436NauticalWay.info

$749,000

WANT TO GET-A-WAY, WHILE STILL BEING MINUTES TO GAINESVILLE? ENJOY RARE PRIVACY ON 3+/- AC POINT LOT WITH TWIN SLIP PERMIT! Long private drive leads you to this charming renovated 4BR/3.5B lake home with scenic panoramic views! Gorgeous stone patio and outdoor fireplace! Water all around you and minutes to I985, shopping and hospital. 1787 CLEVELAND HWY, GAINESVILLE 30506 FMLS#5250774

$629,000

$615,000

JUST LISTED! TRANQUIL SETTING AND GORGEOUS LAKE VIEWS! 4BR/3B, finished terrace level. 5 car garage! Twin slip party dock in great water. Just minutes to NGA Outlets. View video @ www.267sundownway.info.

FMLS# 5272183

JUST LISTED! SOUTH LAKE GRASS TO WATER VIEWS GENTLE WALK TO SINGLE SLIP DOCK! All brick 4BR ranch on finished terrace level.

Sunroom. Boat garage for golf cart! FORSYTH COUNTY. View video @ www.8135RockyRidgeRoad.info. FMLS#527267

$345,000

$344,900

REDUCED! AFFORDABLE LAKE FRONT LIVING IN PRESTIGIOUS GAINESVILLE/ NORTH HALL N’HOOD! 5BR’s/3.5B picture perfect brick front home in sought after Mount Vernon Pointe! Finished terrace level with guest suite, ready for second kitchen.

Large and private backyard with path to the lake and CORPS frontage for fishing, swimming, kayaking and more! Boat ramp within a mile. 3874 ALEXANDRIA, GAINESVILLE 30506 FMLS#5102457 VIRTUALTOUR@ www.Obeo.com/764251

ADORABLE 3BR/2B LAKE COTTAGE WITH SHORT LEVEL WALK TO SINGLE SLIP DOCK. Relaxing screen porch, fireplace and updated baths. Great location off Hwy 53 in Duckett Mill area. www.3626LodgehavenDrive.info.

FMLS# 5281675

$779,000 ALL BRICK 4BR/4.5B TWO STORY ON FINISHED TERRACE LEVEL IN CHATTAHOOCHEE COUNTRY CLUB AREA. Great lake views of deep water quiet area and single slip dock. Golf cart path as Corps line is very close to water’s edge. Up to date and shows like a model! www.1039FarmhouseRd.info Gainesville 30506 FMLS#5256983

$699,000

FANTASTIC DEEP WATER LOT WITH TOTALLY UPDATED LAKE HOME! TWIN SLIP PARTY DOCK STEPS FROM HOME. 3BR/2.5B, finished terrace level. Screened porch and so charming! FORSYTH COUNTY. 8940 FIELDS WAY, GAINESVILLE 30506 FMLS#5236147

$599,000

JUST LISTED! PICTURE PERFECT SOUTH LAKE RUSTIC ELEGANCE! 4BR/3B on finished terrace level. Single slip deep water dock. FORSYTH COUNTY. View video @ www.9350dogwoodplace.info. FMLS#5274781 $625,000

$289,000

DEAL! GET-A-WAY TO THIS COZY 3BR/2B CABIN WITH PRIVATE SETTING AND GRASS TO WATER SINGLE SLIP DOCK NEAR QUIET ROWING VENUE! This home is updated and ready for you or your weekly rentals! Dock can always push out in good water. Video tour @ www.3569StancilRoad.info FMLS# 5236044

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Sheila Davis The Norton Agency

www.LakeLaniersFinest.com

434 Green Street, Gainesville, GA 30501

770.536.1250

“Selling Lake Lifestyles Since 2001”

THE POWER TO PERFORM

770-235-6907 sdavis@nortonnorthga.com

$2,300,000

JUST LISTED! GORGEOUS SUNSET VIEWS WITH CORPS LINE IN THE WATER IN POINT SOUTH! Outstanding three finished levels, all brick 5BR home with screened porch, theatre room and second kitchen. Beautiful pool, spa and firepit for entertaining. You’ll never want to leave! 5364 POINT SOUTH DRIVE, GAINESVILLE 30504 www.5364PointSouthDrive.info

$1,995,000

JUST LISTED! Gainesville's finest lake estate with outstanding open water views, private twin slip dock, pool with hot tub, 3 master suites, in-law apt, elevator and handicap accessible. 5 bedrooms/five and one half baths. Upscale Sidney on Lanier subdivision. Video tour @ www.2229sidneydrive.info

$1,875,000

BREATHTAKING PRIVATE 3 ACRE GATED ESTATE WITH NANTUCKET DESIGN, GUEST HOUSE AND TWO DOCKS! AMAZING LONG RANGE VIEWS AND 380 FEET OF SHORELINE! Main house has 4BRs, high end finishes, cedar shake & stone on three finished levels with two covered porches. 5 Car garage. 9055 KNOLL DR, GAINEVILLE 30506 Forsyth county FMLS#5148615

$1,200,000

JUST LISTED! EXECUTIVE BEAUTY AND ELEGANCE WITH THIS ALL BRICK THREE STORY HOME WITH POOL OVERLOOKING SCENIC LAKE LANIER! Beautiful lake views and upgradable to twin slip dock. www.3155WindingLakeDrive.info.

FMLS#5288402

$999,000

$989,000

ONE OF A KIND CUSTOM DESIGNED LOG HOME ON POINT LOT! WOULD MAKE A GREAT CORP RETREAT OR GET-A-WAY LODGE. Gated, spacious 5BR4B with 2 story vaulted GR, huge stone FP’s, TWIN SLIP DOCK! REDUCED FROM $1,299,000! 6438 CHESLA DR., GAINESVILLE 30506 FMLS# 5150233

POINT LOT WITH INCREDIBLE PANORAMIC VIEWS AND NEW DEEP WATER TWIN SLIP PARTY DOCK! Built in 2002 this charming and elegant Cape Cod home has cedar shake and board and batten, two stone FP’s, finished terrace level, master suite on main, 3 screened porches, and firepit. 3991 MOUNT VERNON RD, GAINESVILLE, 30506 FMLS# 5093078

$849,000 $949,000 FOUR SIDES BRICK LUXURY LAKE HOME WITH THREE FINISHED LEVELS! DEEP WATER TWIN SLIP DOCK. Finished terrace level with mahogany bar, fitness room, billiards and family room. FMLS# 5199142 Video tour @ www.8585anchoronlanier.info. Forsyth County.

LIVE ON PENINSULA RETREAT WITH WATER ALL AROUND YOU! Upscale lake living with gentle grass to water views, pool and deep water twin slip party dock! Enjoy three finished levels, 4 or 5BR's, main floor study, and terrace level 2nd kitchen, game room, guest suite, and fitness room. Pool house covered pavilion o'looks the lake and pool. www.2557PemmicanRun.info.

GAINESVILLE FMLS#5253461

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#1 Agent on Lake Lanier in 2012 and 2013 Gwinnett lake luxury !

ISTING NEW L

Deep water, amazing views, at water's edge.

Place for pool. Great south lake loc. $1.2M

Panoramic lake views

Luxury home, easy walk to lake, dbl slp party dock, fin. terrace lvl w/wet bar. $750K

Gated luxury, all brick

Luxury home has it all

Luxury at water’s edge

ACT! CONTR UNDER

Easy walk to lake, dbl slp pty dock, saline pool, Lighthouse Harbour n’hood. $1.19M

2 kitchens, sought-after Buford, 4 FP, double slip boathouse, high-end fixtures. $750K

One-of-a-kind

Cul-de-sac lot

SOLD! SOLD! !

D L O S

ED! REDUC

Easy walk to deep water, double lot, dbl slip party dock, open floor plan, scr. porch. $650K

Dbl slp pty dock, gourmet kit, 2 story fireplace, master on main lvl, huge deck. $565K

Timeless, 4-sided brick

Sought-after Marina Bay

AYS! IN 4 D T C A R CONT UNDER

Gated comm., cul-de-sac lot, Forsyth County, high-end features, fin. terrace lvl. $550K

Lake home of the future ACT! CONTR R E D UN

Electronics/media showcase, 5BR, media room, deep water dock, fin. terrace level. $539K

Year-round views, double slip dock, HW floors, screened porch, fin. terrace lvl. $525K

Sought-after Buford

Stone gate, 2 story fireplace, artist designed built-in cabinetry, high-end upgrades. $525K

Forsyth County

OLD! OLD! S S !

D L SO

4 BR/3 BA, short walk to lake, drought-proof cove, recently updated, nice views. $499K

HW flrs, granite counters, open flr pln, stone FP, covered ss dock, high ceilings. $475K

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ED! REDUC

Proven income producer

Two story windows, chalet style, finished terrace level, double slip party dock, lots of deck space. $269K

Like new

Deep water

ACT! CONTR UNDER

3 BR/3.5 BA, craftsman style, short walk to water, screened porch, 4 decks. $450K

Cresswind on Lanier ED! REDUC

55+ comm., tons of amenities, HW flrs, upgrades galore, full bsmt, like new. $394.5K

Gated swim/tennis

4-sided brick, master on main, SS party dock, great wtr, 2nd kit. on terrace lvl. $450K

White picket fence !

ISTING NEW L

Lovely views, cov. single slip dock, updated kitchen, flat yard, finished terrace lvl. $375K

Grass to water

Move-in ready, 2-story fam rm, screened porch w/FP, nice views, workshop. $425K

Two docks ISTING NEW L NTRACT CO UNDER HOURS 8 IN 4

Very close to water, deep water, 2 docks, gazebo next to lake, workshop, det. garage. $350K

Lot w/ dock in Forsyth

LD! LD! SO O S !

D SOL

3 BR/2 BA, 2 slip party dock w/lifts, deep water, open floor plan, scr. porch. $350K

3 BR/2 BA, nice lake views, platform dock w/ permit, hand hewn log cabin. $270K

.59 acres, SS covered dock, nice cove, soil tests complete, easy to build on. $70K

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The Chambers Team 631 Dawsonville Hwy • Gainesville, GA 30501

www.PattiChambers.com • Office 770-503-7070

$1,450,000

$975,000

D E C U RED

D E C U RED

MAGNIFICENT WATER VIEW FROM EVERY WINDOW. This beautiful brick estate lake home is nesting on 1.25 acres in the Chattahoochee Country Club. Such a gracious and warm home offering exquisite craftsmanship. Features include a grand piano sized living room, dining room that seats 12, 5 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, den, 2 fireplaces, 2 staircases & a lovely glassed Florida Room overlooking the shores of Lake Lanier.

SOUTHERN LIVING AT ITS BEST in this spectacular Lake Lanier home on always deep water. 5BR/ 4.5BA, open floor plan w/gourmet kitch, top of the line appliances, study, dining rm, great rm w/vaulted ceilings, 3 FPs, master ste on main, hw flrs, screened porch. Fin terrace lvl w/bar, game area, BR, BA & lg gathering area. Beautifully landscaped yard, outdoor stone FP, waterscape & pond. Covered dock w/party deck.

$525,000

$1,595,000

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PRIVATE LAKE LANIER GATED ESTATE on apprx 7 ac of beautifully landscaped grounds. Very gentle walk to enclosed boat dock. Large screened porch opens to the heated sparkling pool. Many elegant appointments: copper roof, intricate millwork, marble floors in the gorgeous foyer with lighted trey ceilings and custom arches. Handsome paneled study w/FP. As seen on hgtv's frontdoor.com.

$925,000

$795,000

THIS NANTUCKET INSPIRED HOME is a true master piece and located only minutes from the chattahoochee country club & golf course. Unbelievably gorgeous 3.25 acres w/lake on 3 sides. Lovely porches overlook Lake Lanier & the private enclosed boat dock.

NEW G! N I T S I L THIS IS A RARE FIND!! Beautiful remodeled lake home in a convenient city location. Beautiful water view. Boat dock slip, new decks plus handsome porch with new stone fireplace. Neighborhood pool.

MILLION DOLLAR VIEW!! What a wonderful retreat boasting lots of windows and natural light. Stunning great room with pine tongue and groove cathedral ceiling, 2 stone fireplaces and a perfect terrace level for easy lake living and entertaining.

$449,500

$484,000

R E D N U T C A R T CON

NEVER BEFORE ON THE MARKET! This spectacular custom lake home was architecturally designed to capture panoramic lake views from every window and room! Stunning mstr BR on main, 2 FPs, open flr plan, cathedral ceilings & wrap around deck. Beautifully maintained and decorated. Big open water views, steps to cov SS dock always in drough proof water. Grassed to water's edge.

3.178 ACRES ON LAKE LANIER! Small weekend home on property which could be refurbished. Lots of privacy. Located in North Hall off Highland Road.

WE LIVE AND PLAY ON LAKE LANIER Patti Chambers c 770.287.4879 • Bobby Chambers c 770.654.0533 Sally Chambers Kirchner c 770.538.5626 • Patsy Mercer c 770.540.6507 • Office 770.538.4010

WWW.PATTICHAMBERS.COM

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Make family fishing a fun summertime tradition Although it’s not officially here, we’re unofficially into the summer season. Teachers and kids are glad while many parents enjoy the mixed blessing of summer vacation. One of the biggest challenges in fighting this warm weather version of cabin fever is simply finding something fun to do. After all, you can only go to the park, mall, or pool so many times before entertainment begins to wear thin. High end venues are fun and readily available but unfortunately these are not friendly to the family budget.

This does not even account for the expense of gasoline that can easily be north of $3.50 per gallon. Have you been to the movie theater lately? Costs a little bit … to say the least. For a change of pace this year, try getting the family into fishing. No two trips are ever the same, and you don’t have to be an expert to have a great outing. A novice armed with a little good advice is well on the way to success. What’s more, this activity is easy on the wallet. If you need to make a small investment in equipment to get started, this is a single expense and subsequent outings can be as dirt cheap as you want to make them while still

the goals you are trying to achieve.

Local parks are hot spots Tommy I’m sure to repeat this, but the Wilkinson most important thing is keeping it fun. Sometimes adults, who tend Casting to focus on organization and task Lanier execution, can potentially lose sight of this. When the experience is exciting and enjoyable, kids being loaded with fun. Adventure will beg you to take them fishing. can be as close as your nearest While catching a lot of fish is alcounty or subdivision lake. Visit- ways nice, it’s not going to haping a larger reservoir can be propen every time. Later, I’ll pass on ductive as well with the added some tips that make the “catchbenefit of picnic and camping fa- ing” a bonus to the main event. cilities. By the way, you don’t Youngsters enjoy action. There’s have to be a dad to pull this off. no question about it. Having said Fishing is easy and it’s a great this, it’s wise to start with bream way for single moms to get the instead of bass. If you’re going kids involved in a very healthy for trout in the mountains, forget lifestyle. There’s something to be about teaching the kids to fly fish said for temporarily ditching the for wild specimens. That can smart phone and television for a come eventually with time. Go return to simpler times. It’s been for stockers with worms or cited that families who participate salmon eggs instead. For our in outdoor activities such as fish- widespread and ever present ing and camping tend to exhibit a bream, concentrate on the shalgreater sense of togetherness lows. If you own a boat, consider through the years. And, I can atleaving it at home. Everything test, those years pass fast. If will be simpler. Find a good and you’re a very experienced angler, comfortable place to fish from the take note. Trying to add a level of shore. The pond at your local sophistication to younger kids county park probably harbors a fishing will typically work against huge number of bluegill ready to

strike a worm baited hook. If you’re an experienced angler, when you take the kids, leave your gear at home. Fishing is so fun that it’s too easy to become focused on your bite instead of the target audience. If you’ve chosen the right place, you won’t have time to make a cast of your own anyway. You’ll be too busy coaching. Be aware that bream can be chummed into brief feeding frenzies. A handful of finely shredded bread tossed into the water will usually do the trick.

Needless to say, do this around your baited hooks or where you plan to suggest an immediate cast. If you enjoy company, consider taking the children to a kid’s fishing event (sometimes abbreviated as KFE). These are very well organized with experienced volunteers who are great about giving advice on how to get started.

These are free and often have some have food along with classes as well. All you have to do is show up. For a schedule of these visit the Georgia Department of Natural Resources website: www.gofishgeorgia.com.

Here you can also find heavily stocked trout streams that are designated for kids where able bod-

ied adults supervise the activity while enjoying the memories.

Don’t forget the bread If you own a fishing boat, whether a modest aluminum craft or a high end fiberglass bass rig, you may not be able to resist using that as part of creating a fun experience, even though it’s not necessary. As previously stated, I do recommend that you leave your arsenal of lures and rods at home. This will reduce the temptation of casting for bass while the kids are hoping for a bluegill bite. Again, you are looking for action. Find a likely looking cove that’s sheltered and tie up to something within a few feet of the shore. That’s right; don’t put the electric motor in the water. When getting the family involved, bragging size fish don’t matter unless someone lucks into one. It’s all about having something happening to keep the focus of those with short attention spans. On that note, don’t get too hung up on just fishing. If kids want to try something else such as walking the shoreline or skipping rocks, let things take their course. Always remember that as an experienced angler, you have developed See Fishing, page 11

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Continued from Page 10 patience and appreciation of a skilled search. Youngsters, including many tweens and teens, are not at that stage. But, if you choose a good spot and the fish are biting, the extracurricular activities will probably be ignored in favor of the real excitement experienced when a bobber disappears beneath the surface. If you own a fishing rig of any sort, you probably have a good idea of what to do. What if you’re a dad or mom starting with none of this in-depth fishing knowledge? I have good news. It’s super easy. Stick to the bare bones basics and you’ll have success from now through the fall.

You’ll need to do a little reconnaissance and this can be done in conjunction with fishing. Find a local pond in a public area or visit your favorite park on the lake.

Take along a bit of bread, mentioned earlier, that you can tear into shreds when needed. A “bit” normally equates to one third of a loaf just to be on the safe side.

Toss in a small handful when you spot an area that looks right. If the fish are there, you’re going to know in short order as they race to the feeding frenzy. Areas with granite rip rap to prevent erosion or downed trees are prime targets.

Restrooms are a plus If you’re starting out with kids who have not been exposed to fishing before or just starting out yourself, spincasting

tackle is the way to go. These inexpensive rod and reel combos are very simple to use. Just hold the button on the reel down, arc the rod gently with a release, and away the bait flies. Zebco 202 and 404 models have stood the test of time for decades and Shakespeare offers great models as well.

OK, what do you put on the end of the line to catch those hordes of fish? In still water, I suggest a weighted bobber to give more casting distance. This is actually not necessary, but kids love to chunk and wind; this makes it easier to have that fun. Below this, tie on a small number eight Aberdeen style hook. The size is very important. A number six, which is larger, will yield fewer hooked ups and a number four (larger yet) will guarantee many strikes but few landed fish. Pinch on a BB sized lead split shot about six inches above the hook and you’re almost ready. Bait up with a small worm, such as a red wiggler, and you’re in the game. If you can only find larger worms, such as nightcrawlers, pinch them in half or even thirds. Yes, I am mentioning bread chumming again (three times so far). I try not to write like that but you can probably guess why. It works. Even if you don’t see a mini feeding feeding frenzy, it certainly does not hurt your chances. Typically it pays to keep baited hooks in the shallows with one or two feet See Fishing, page 12

Lake level: Barely over the full pool level of 1071.

Surface Temp: Lower to mid 70s Clarity: Clear in main lake areas with a little color in upper tributaries after heavy rains.

Bass fishing has been very good. At press time you can tie on whatever lure you happen to grab first, toss it toward the bank, and have a good chance of getting a bass on the line. Herring have been spawning in the shallows and bass have been chasing. Primary and secondary points as well as pockets near creek mouths are great places to check for action. Swim baits, the Fish Head Spin, and topwater plugs have all been working. Oh yeah, Super Flukes are pretty hot right now. Be sure to wear polarized sunglasses and target any submerged chunk rock, stumps, or blow downs you see. Cover a lot of water and you will probably catch a lot of fish. If these are not getting your line stretched, go to a finesse worm rigged on a specialty lead head (a.k.a. the shakey head rig). If all this is striking out, tie on a quarter ounce white Rooster Tail and target as many reef poles as you can cover.

Expect fish to be slowly gravitating to deeper water so be prepared to check out rocky points, especially those with brush 20 feet deep. Stay ready for surface schooling bass with your favorite topwater plug rigged and ready on the deck. In fact, you may want to have two just in case of a malfunction. This is happening so don’t be caught by surprise!

Striper fishing has been good and solid. At the present time, live baits trailed about 100 feet behind the boat on flat lines have been accounting for most of the action. Expect significant surface schooling action to kick in at any time. This will probably wane as the month gets long. If you’re wondering what to throw into this action, keep a Super Spook tied on at all times. It’s well worth mentioning that a seven-inch Red Fin “V waked” on the surface can be pretty effective early and late in the day if you don’t see any surface activity. Target the points.

Creek mouths are definitely where you want to be. Some anglers drift four or more flat lines with live baits using planer boards. Remember that this can make for a slow response if you see a school of linesides erupting and need to make a short hop quickly. Keep the flat lines baited with lively herring but consider limiting them to two this time of year.

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GH ’96 considers new docks at Olympic venue

By Jane Harrison The sinking, slippery and splintered docks at the Lake Lanier Olympic Venue have put splinters in paddlers’ feet, slid regatta officials into the lake, and submerged visitors up to their shins. The seven platforms, most of which launched 1996 Olympic canoe/kayak and rowing athletes into Lake Lanier, framed much discussion at last month’s Gainesville Hall ’96 board meeting.

Replacing the nearly 20-yearold docks is “an extreme priority” that is needed immediately, said Morgan House, venue manager.

He mentioned two mishaps during the Canadian canoe/kayak national trials at the venue last month that put officials unexpectedly and unhappily in the wash.

As the organization prepares this month to submit bids for two 2016 international events, the need for new docks drew stronger focus than at past GH ’96 meetings and generated approval for a 50 percent increase in capital improvement spending.

Although the board authorized upping its capital improvement budget from $100,000 to $150,000, the added money can only begin to pay for dock replacement and multiple improvements House said he’d like to see at the boathouse. Dock replacement will likely take several years as the board makes incremental purchases and works to keep the old docks afloat until full replace-

ment is possible.

The docks that House recommend after reviewing four bids cost $80,000 each and have a 50year lifespan. He said the 120feet slip-resistant platforms from Marine Specialties are made of a PVC material that does not absorb water or splinter.

Board member John Ferriss, representing the Lake Lanier Rowing Club, brought a tractor tire tube to show the “redneck ingenuity” currently used to keep docks above water. The inflated tires were expected to hold up the old wooden planks burdened with rowing shells and athletes in the American Collegiate Rowing Association national championship last month.

Ferriss reported that neither LLRC nor the Lanier Canoe & Kayak Club needs all seven docks for daily use; however, about 11,000 feet of docks are necessary for large regattas.

New board member Connie Hagler suggested that since the board cannot afford to replace all docks immediately, it could “see what we can do to get all seven floating” until new docks can be purchased.

“We’ll deal with what we’ve got, knowing we’ve got to replace them,” said Mimi Collins, board chairperson. “We need to start the process,” added Rob Fowler, who made the motion to pump up the capital improvement budget.

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Hall County governments, each of which provided $150,000 in 2014 fiscal year budgets. The board submitted similar budget requests for FY 2015 to both governments.

Board members also discussed hiring a structural engineer to assess potential facility repairs to the heating and air conditioning system, boathouse roof, and bathrooms. House compared the boathouse interior to a “high school locker room.” He envisions an entry foyer and hallway that enshrine the facility’s Olympic legacy. He also recommended investing about $6,000 to pressure wash the boathouse exterior and decks and paint the stairwell. In See GH ‘96, page 17

• Fishing Continued from Page 11 between bobber and hook. Be sure to watch that bobber; when it bobs or travels sideways and then goes under, you know what to do.

Some thought can make the outing even more enjoyable. Consider a shore line picnic, and choosing an area with clean public restrooms. Remember to bring plenty of hydrating drinks, sun screen, and collapsible chairs for mom and dad. If action is slow, don’t push things. Have a backup plan for another activity close by. It could be as simple as an ad hoc nature hike in your lakeside park or the excitement of everyone pitching in to set up a camp site. I guess that keeping things pretty laid back and fun sums it up.

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LAKE LANIER OLYMPIC VENUE Thousands cheer at ACRA regatta LAKE LANIER OLYMPIC VENUE INFO More than 64 college teams compete in huge May event

Here's a profile and calendar for the two clubs operating at the Lake Lanier Olympic Venue:

By Jane Harrison Asking college rowers about the highlight of their Memorial Day weekend on Lake Lanier gives strong insight into what motivates them: their race with their crew. Club crews from 64 colleges throughout the U.S. showed their motivation on the water at the Lake Lanier Olympic Venue May 24-25 in one of the largest collegiate regattas in the country. Spectators in a crowd estimated at 2,500 rose to their feet and lined the grandstand shore as rowers pumped racing shells toward finish buoys in the American Collegiate Rowing Association Championship Regatta. Rowers stroked furiously in contests that appeared to end with as many as four boats abreast at the line for pride and medals.

“The people are great, the site’s wonderful,” said Boston College senior Chris Samil as he headed toward his team’s boat trailer about an hour before his last college race. But, what mattered most to him was not the local pizza he may have downed the night before or the weekend of Gainesville warmth and hospitality. “Making the grand final and seeing my team do well,” Samil responded was the highlight of his trip. His Varsity 8 Men’s crew finished sixth, about 10 seconds behind seven-time men’s regatta champions, University of Michigan. The women’s crew from Michigan’s Grand Valley State University won the women’s overall point trophy for the seventh straight year.

“The kids had a great time. That’s how we grow the sport,” said Michigan Coach Gregg Hartsuff, who started ACRA in 2008 and brought it to Lake Lanier in 2011. ACRA is composed of college club crews that are not eligible through their athletic departments to compete in NCAA or Intercollegiate Rowing Association championships. The ACRA national championship “has become a spectacle in a good way,” Hartsuff added, recapping the excitement

Lake Lanier Rowing Club Contact: John Ferriss Phone: 770-287-0077 Email: LLRC@mindspring.com Address: Lake Lanier Olympic Venue 3105 Clarks Bridge Rd., Gainesville, GA 30506 Website: www.LakeLanierRowing.org Club offerings: Recreational and competitive rowing for ages 13 to 80+. Beginner to elite offered through regularly scheduled practices, classes, and camps hosting of local, regional, national and international rowing regattas.

Calendar of events: Begins June 11 - Junior Crew Summer Camp

Lake Lanier Canoe and Kayak Club PHOTO BY JANE HARRISON

Spectators view the action from the grandstands as racing shells approach the finish buoys at ACRA National Championship at LLOV last month.

not just among top contenders, but in the Men’s Petite Final for ninth place. “That was the most spectacular race I’ve ever seen,” he remarked of the finish line sprint with four boats almost hull to hull.

The marriage between the ACRA board, from which he is retiring, and the Lake Lanier Rowing Club, was secured this year, he said. The host club “stepped it up this year and met our needs.” The long-term relationship puts ACRA officials in charge of actually running the regatta and the local club at their service supplying the race infrastructure, including the course, boathouse, docks, finish tower, motorboats for referees, parking, and first aid.

LLRC President John Ferriss and crew got radioed about everything from a lost marine tank gas cap to a hose repair at the docks to off-site overSee Regatta, page 17

Contact: Office Administrator Brenda Miller, LCKC President Kevin Seitz Phone: 770-287-7888 Fax: 770-287-3444 Email: info@lckc.org Website: www.lckc.org Address: Lake Lanier Olympic Venue 3105 Clarks Bridge Rd., Gainesville, GA 30506 Club offerings: Recreational and competitive canoe and kayaking for ages 12 and up. Beginner to masters programs offered through regularly scheduled practices, classes, and summer camps. Also hosts local, regional, national and international competitions.

Calendar of events: Weekends May thru Oct. 26 - Canoe/Kayak/SUP Rentals June 7 - Gainesville-Hall Dragon Boat Challenge June 13 - Moonlight Paddle June 14 - Southern Invitational Regatta June 16 - Adult Learn to Paddle Class 2 Begins July 11 - Moonlight Paddle July 18 - Adult Learn to Paddle Class 3 Begins Venue seats +/-2,000; parking capacity +/- 400 cars. The boathouse and tower are available to rent for meetings and special occasions.

Organizer hopes local dragon boat races will build support

By Jane Harrison The long boats may be racing in a small race, but they’re hoped to make a big impression on participants in the first Gainesville/Hall Dragon Boat Challenge June 7. As of late May, six teams had registered for the event organized by the Lanier & Kayak Club to benefit the Hall County Chapter of Special Olympics Georgia.

Ideally, the minimum number would be around 20, said event organizer Jim O’Dell. He added that complications renting 10-person dragon boats from another organization resulted in a late start promoting the event to area groups. The club was unable to acquire the smaller boats and will seat teams in its traditional 22-person dragon boats.

ZF Industries plans to put two teams on the water. Crews from the local manufacturer were excited to get back in boats after fine finishes in their debut races in the much larger Atlanta Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival last year. Another contender, Won Fun Crew, is also a regular at the huge September festival. A team of athletes from Average Joe Boot Camp and boatload of teachers, administrators and students with Hall County Schools Special Olympics will also race.

O’Dell said he hopes their experiences in the first locals-only race will build up support for dragon boat racing and encourage more Gainesville/Hall County businesses, churches, schools and organizations to participate in dragon boat racing. The September festival attracts thousands of boaters on more than 70 teams, but few are from the county with the largest shoreline on Lake Lanier. O’Dell is putting together a benefit package for June 7 racers that will likely include free team building exercises, coupons for LCKC rental boats, and free registration next year. The day’s activities might also include canoe/kayak races between dragon boat events.

Dragon boat racing, which traces back more than 2,000 years in Chinese history, has a world-wide following and is popular in many U.S. cities with waterfront venues. O’Dell, the Regional Coach for the USA Canoe/Kayak National Team, has taken crews largely composed of LCKC paddlers to international competitions. The USACK national team will be racing in Poland in August and some members will help out at this month’s Lanier races.

The colorful sport features the traditional 39-feet See Dragon boat, page 17

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• Dragon boat Continued from Page 16 long boats with a drummer and steerer and 20-paddlers stroking in unison. The boats, outfitted with dragon heads and tails, race a straight course often in a festival setting with exotic food, dance, and entertainment.

Numerous Atlanta-area corporations enroll employees in dragon boating for its teambuilding benefits. Crews from

Home Depot, UPS, and Atlanta law firms are among those striving toward the finish buoys in the September competitions.

The sport’s appeal also stems from its simplicity.

“Anyone can dragon boat,” O’Dell said. It requires no special skill or athleticism. “That’s what makes it so exciting around the world.”

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Continued from Page 12 addition, his initial capital investment budget showed about $2,750 for a multi-camera security system.

Other board discussion included: • Plans to submit bids by June 20 for the Pan American Games 2016 canoe/kayak Olympic qualifier and 2016 Dragon Boat World Championship.

• Rates for venue facility rental, ranging from $500 per day for either a boathouse meeting room or tower to $1,500 per day for tower and plaza, plus

additional costs for full campus/facility rental for large events such as triathlons.

• $500 monthly rate for LLRC and LLRC, plus additional charges for large club-organized events that generate cleaning costs and trash removal.

• Invitation for James Tipton, of Tipton Construction in Gainesville, to fill a vacant board position. Members stipulated that Tipton would not be included in discussion of projects that might utilize his business.

• Regatta Continued from Page 16 flow parking. Weeks prior to the regatta, the club verified that construction on Clarks Bridge and a new pedestrian tunnel would not interfere with the regatta. Some parking spaces were lost to construction equipment and crews easily rowed between the shore and work barges and bridge supports. “Everything was impeccable with the course,” Hartsuff said, “and the weather was really nice too.”

Sunny skies and temperatures that reached upper 80s in the afternoon sent some athletes from northern states into the water at the Clarks Bridge Park beach. A local ambulance crew was on hand to treat a female rower for heat exhaustion Sunday afternoon and dehydration and a misting tent helped competitors cool off.

Chief referee Sam Dempsey and his crew of about 30 officials kept races on schedule. Some events were delayed due to lightning in the area Saturday evening.

Men’s and women’s single, double, four-seat and eight-seat boats started about every seven minutes. Dempsey reported the regatta ran smoothly. For the finals

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A University of Colorado Women's 4 crew rows to the boathouse after finishing their final race at the ACRA National Championship.

on Sunday, an announcer in a motorboat alongside the racing shells called the action from the start, 2000 meters up the Chattahoochee River and out of sight from the grandstands. When boats reached the 500 meter mark, where spectators could see them, another announcer took over.

“It’s pretty exciting to see and hear the cheering the last 500 meters,” said Portland State senior Emma Prichard, whose Women’s Novice Four crew won a silver medal. Teammate Sarah Deal said that it was “pretty awesome” to travel across the country to Georgia’s warmth from their cool waters in Oregon. The highlight of

the weekend? “Having a really good race,” Deal responded.

LLRC junior crew members Nic Stargel and Sarah Stacks got a close up look at the next tier of competitive rowing. The high school rowers carried award medals and trophies to the championship dock Sunday after helping out at the starting platforms the previous day. “They’re all so professional, so intense. They do everything perfect,” Stargel observed of his collegiate counterparts. “They told us about how good college rowing is,” Stacks said.

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Visual distress signals: the right number and type In the event of a true emergency on the water, we have talked extensively about the practicality of having a VHF-FM marine radio or cell phone on board.

Visual distress signals (VDS) are also added value in hailing someone nearby, especially at night.

Vessels on federally controlled waters must be equipped with visual distress signals that are U.S. Coast Guard approved, in serviceable condition, and are readily accessible. They carry a date of manufacture and an expiration date. If yours are out of date, they may still work, but you will need to have the appropriate number of in-date VDS on board as well. It has been my experience while performing our free vessel safety checks to find visual distress signals that are out of date. Since they are seldom used, they don’t get the visual check that maybe a fire extinguisher gets.

All vessels, regardless of length or type, are required to carry night signals when operating between sunset and sunrise.

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one electric light (night only).

Note: it is prohibited to display visual distress signals while on Roy the water unless assistance is reCrittenden quired to prevent immediate or potential danger to persons on USCG board.

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If pyrotechnic VDS are used, a penalty up to $1,000 for failure to minimum of three must be carried comply with equipment requireon board. The following combina- ments. Secondly, one never knows when an emergency situations of signals are examples of tion on the water will occur, VDS that could be carried on board to satisfy U.S. Coast Guard whether to you or someone you assist. Risking a fine is one thing; requirements: your ability to signal others in a • Three handheld red flares distress situation which could af(day and night) fect you and your family is an• One handheld red flare and other. two red meteors (day and night) The “Handbook of Georgia • One handheld orange smoke Boating Laws and Responsibilisignal (day) and two floating orties” published by the Georgia ange smoke signals (day), and

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Fuel problems likely caused most problems. Sitting over the winter with no fuel treatment in the tank will do that. That means a thorough cleaning of the fuel system, tank, lines, water separator, and filters and remember fuel treatment when you fill up.

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If you find your bilge pump or pumps are running constantly or more often than they should, start checking for leaks. Most likely it’s a hose. If hoses are showing age they all should be replaced.

These are three of the most likely areas that could give you trouble.

There are a lot of other projects that might not be DIY maintenance. Get your dealer’s mechanic to tackle those. If you feel you are a qualified “do it yourself” boater you might want to get a manual for your stern drive or outboard as a guide. Contact: www.clymer.com or www.selocmarine.com. When you finish your projects remember to enter it in your maintenance log. You might want to join Boat U.S. so you can use the Tow BoatU.S. service, it’s cheap at $24 and they have a great boating magazine.

Cruise the Bahamas I’m sure when you have been at anchor or the end of the day after the boat is secure, the conversation turned to places you would like to go by boat. Crossing the Gulfstream to the Bahamas usually comes up. Most say they wouldn’t want to cross alone. Well now you don’t have to worry, you now can sign up for one of the boating flings offered by the Bahamas Tourist Office.

Cost is $75 and you can join a flotilla of up to 30 other vessels led by an experienced captain.

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Mike Rudderham Captain’s Comments

and return to Bahia Mar Marina in Ft. Lauderdale. They depart on Thursdays and return on Sundays.

These cruises are only offered in June and July. Call 1-800-32SPORT for summer 2014 dates.

Your boat should be 25’ or more with the comforts of home, and be able to have a cruising range of at least 125 miles. The boat should in addition to required U.S.C.G equipment have a GPS, PLB or EPIRIB. You might want to get a Yachtsman’s Guide to the Bahamas: call 877-9239653 or www.yachstmansguide. com. You should consult U.S. Customs and Border Protection to find out cost and proper I.D.s required when traveling to and from the Bahamas.

If you have a trailerable boat, why not get a group together and join the flotilla for a Bahamas fling cruise. If you go, please share your photos and story with Lakeside. I’ve made many trips to the Bahamas, fishing, snorkeling and just relaxing. I also saw them the fast way in the 1970 Bahamas 500 Ocean Race.

Eco-Sea Cottages These floating homes are elegant and ecological houseboats that are 560-1,300 square feet, one to three bedrooms, one to two bathrooms, 36’ to 55’ long, one or two levels, fireplace, all major appliances. The cost is $164,000 to $349,000 with free delivery in the U.S. This type of housing is popular in Florida and other Gulf states. It is also a Coast Guard regulated vessel. I don’t know if the Corps will allow these on Lake Lanier, but if you have other lake front property it might be for you. Just think you could fish off your front porch, and you don’t have to mow the lawn. Contact: 206-297-1330 or www.eco-seacottage.com.

Banking by water My introduction to water jet boats was a trip to the Bank on the Water. This was in Miami where you can bank from the water. My friend that had this “hot dog” jet boat said “Let’s go to lunch.” I said “OK” and he said “We’ll take the jet boat; I’ve got to go by the bank.” So off we went. My friend only knows stop

and wide open, especially in his jet boat. We made it to the drivethru window and it’s a wonder the teller didn’t run at the speed we came in. But he got his money and we went to lunch by boat. No traffic lights, jams or horns. That was a first for me, and I imagine in Miami you can still go to the water drive thru bank.

More on water-jets, PWCs Sea-Doo is trying to re-ignite the P.W.C. market with their new “Spark.” Personal watercraft prices have gone over the $10,000 level, so Sea-Doo introduces the “Spark” at a $4,999 price. This should get sales going again.

When Sea-Doo ceased production recently their Rotax engine was kept in production to supply Scarab, Chapparal and Glastron boats. The Rotax 900 Ace that was developed for snowmobiles powers the Spark. It develops 50 hp and an optional high output generates 90 hp. The lower price will most likely introduce lower prices models from the competition. But when you add extras and a high output engine you will end up close to $10,000. So if you want a PWC without all the bells and whistles the $4,999 Spark will be the one for you.

Dogs and water The Wilsons recent article about dogs on boats reminded me of my dachshunds and their water activities. I lived on the bay side of Clearwater Beach , Fl. and at low tide my dogs would go down the steps and swim or run. Skiers often dropped a ski in front of the dock, and come back to pick it up. Well Hienrich retrieved a ski and pulled it up on the beach. He made a good choice as it was a Cypress Gardens ski. I put it up on the dock expecting the skiers to claim it, and they never did.

Another time they were cruising in the boat with me when I thought they might need some exercise. It was low tide so I selected a large sand flat and put them out. Well, the sand flat was filled with fiddler and hermit crabs. When they discovered this, the chase was on. The dogs gave us quite a show. Needless to say they slept well that night.

When I lived in Wisconsin I had a black lab named Johnny Rebel. He was 120 pounds of energy and if you threw it he would bring it to me. This story doesn’t involve a boat, but it does water, frozen that is. The ice fishermen would throw their catch: walleye, bass, trout on the ice and Johnny Rebel would pick one up and bring it to the house. The ice fish-

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Summer could bring interesting weather At 6:51 a.m. on Saturday June 21st, summer officially begins. Summer 2014, from what I have seen, could be a very interesting summer.

If you will recall, last summer was absolutely miserable. We had showers and thunderstorms pretty much every single day and consequently, cooler than average temperatures.

While the above average rainfall was certainly great at keeping the lake level up, it was not so great for those of us wanting to enjoy the lake. So, the question of the day is, are we going to see a repeat performance.

Hurricane season begins June 1st and continues to the last day of November.

During June, the most likely area for tropical development is in the Gulf of Mexico.

By July, the favored area is the Caribbean, and in August and September, that area shifts to the Atlantic, where the major hurricanes are likely to form.

Since 1970, according to the U.S. Geological Survey, there has been an increase in the amount of Sahara dust streaming across the Atlantic Ocean. Last hurricane season, the dust clouds were especially thick as storms in Africa tossed the dust high into the atmosphere. We saw it as high as 15,000 feet! Sahara dust clouds have a chilling effect on the ocean, preventing the formation of the tropical waves that push off the west coast of Africa. Normally, these waves will evolve into tropical depressions or tropical storms. However

the Sahara dust clouds prevent incoming sunlight for warming the Glenn ocean to the levels that Burns would support tropical system formation. HurLanier ricane experts believe Outlook that will happen again this season so a much fewer number of systems will likely develop.

Another reason this tropical season will be below average has to do with what is happening on the other side of the world, in the equatorial Pacific Ocean. It appears we may have a very strong El Nino developing, the likes of which we have not seen since 1997. El Nino is a warming of the sea surface temperatures in the Pacific that will result in a changing of the jet stream and wind patterns across the globe. The effects of El Nino in the winter months for north Georgia are more pronounced, with cooler temps and above average precipitation. However, in the summer months, it will also have a major impact.

Scientists studying El Nino development believe we just might have a cooler than average temperatures this summer as a result. Last summer, because of the rain, we only had a handful of days where temperatures reached 90 degrees. It may be the same this summer because the jet stream will be at a much lower latitude, supplying us will little shots of cooler air. Will we see above average rainfall? It will all depend on how quickly El Nino forms. I can say from past experience, summer storms will likely be stronger because of the in-

SOLUNAR TIMES FOR LAKE LANIER

LAKE LANIER WATER LEVELS OCT 1 1071.60 2 1071.53 3 1071.50 4 1071.44 5 1071.47 6 1071.62 7 1071.68 8 1071.66 9 1071.60 10 1071.54 11 1071.47 12 1071.50 13 1071.54 14 1071.49 15 1071.40 16 1071.36 17 1071.37 18 1071.34 19 1071.37 20 1071.39 21 1071.34 22 1071.28 23 1071.21 24 1071.14 25 1071.08 26 1071.09 27 1071.11 28 1071.07 29 1071.05 30 1070.98 31 1070.94 AV 1071.36 MAX 1071.68 MI 1070.94

NOV 1070.92 1070.95 1070.97 1070.94 1070.90 1070.84 1070.82 1070.78 1070.78 1070.79 1070.76 1070.69 1070.64 1070.59 1070.54 1070.57 1070.61 1070.60 1070.59 1070.54 1070.50 1070.45 1070.45 1070.49 1070.46 1071.04 1071.31 1071.29 1071.31 1071.34

DEC JAN 1071.36 1071.95 1071.34 1071.70 1071.28 1071.41 1071.14 1071.28 1071.02 1071.17 1071.10 1070.99 1071.35 1070.86 1071.50 1070.73 1072.02 1070.61 1072.18 1070.59 1071.96 1071.17 1071.91 1071.43 1071.74 1071.44 1072.02 1071.30 1072.14 1071.19 1071.96 1071.09 1071.74 1070.92 1071.55 1071.02 1071.34 1071.09 1071.12 1070.03 1071.17 1070.97 1072.20 1070.94 1072.93 1070.87 1072.98 1070.80 1072.94 1070.87 1072.70 1070.94 1072.48 1070.91 1072.68 1070.94 1072.69 1071.91 1072.45 1070.86 1072.24 1070.87 1070.78 1071.91 1071.09 1071.34 1072.98 1071.95 1070.45 1071.02 1070.59

creased wind shear.

My summer forecast then, will be for cooler than average temperatures. I cannot definitively say much about increased

FEB 1070.92 1071.00 1071.03 1071.04 1070.99 1070.96 1070.89 1070.96 1071.03 1070.04 1071.16 1071.30 1071.19 1071.11 1071.22 1071.32 1071.26 1071.25 1071.15 1071.04 1071.07 1071.20 1071.28 1071.16 1071.00 1070.79 1070.60 1070.43

MAR 1070.46 1070.52 1070.52 1070.48 1070.43 1070.43 1070.41 1070.47 1070.51 1070.48 1070.44 1070.45 1070.35 1070.31 1070.38 1070.67 1070.83 1070.89 1070.85 1070.84 1070.85 1070.92 1070.99 1070.99 1070.90 1070.83 1070.79 1070.86 1070.92 1071.01 1070.99 1071.05 1070.67 1071.32 1071.01 1070.43 1070.31

APR 1070.89 1070.78 1070.55 1070.38 1070.38 1070.51 1071.68 1072.01 1071.91 1071.66 1071.56 1071.64 1071.73 1071.86 1072.07 1072.01 1071.88 1071.88 1072.05 1072.12 1072.00 1071.87 1071.73 1071.59 1071.42 1071.50 1071.57 1071.40 1071.50 1071.58

MAY 1071.35 1071.14 1071.20 1071.25 1071.19 1071.14 1071.10 1071.00 1070.96 1071.03 1071.08 1071.00 1070.95 1071.02 1071.11 1070.98 1071.04 1071.18 1071.18 1071.14 1071.14 1071.09 1071.04 1071.09 1071.12 1071.05 1071.02

1071.52 1072.12 1070.38

rainfall yet. We will be watching as things continue to evolve.

Glenn Burns is chief meteorologist for WSB-TV in Atlanta.

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Boater education law in effect July 1 Pirates of Lanier Poker Run

By Jane Harrison Beginning July 1, 16-year-olds piloting boats on Lake Lanier should carry something with them besides a cooler of soft drinks, life jackets, and tropical-smelling sunscreen. They need a boater education certificate on board to prove they have been schooled to operate a motorized vessel.

This is the first summer the boater education law passed by the 2013 Georgia General Assembly takes effect. Another educational requirement for those who rent boats or personal watercrafts (PWCs) also premieres July 1.

The boater education measures were approved after three children died in boating accidents on Lake Lanier in summer 2012. The law requires motor boat operators born after Jan. 1, 1998 to complete a boater education class, pass an exam, and carry their boater education certificate on their vessel.

The education requirement also applies to 12- 15-year olds operating a PWC or Class A boat, which is less than 16 feet long.

(They may not legally operate any vessel 16 feet in length or longer).

They may only operate a Class A or PWC once they have completed the required boater education course or they have on board a competent adult 18 years of age or older.

The course must be approved by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. Several safety-oriented organizations around Lake Lanier offer approved courses. It is also offered online and can be accessed through the Georgia DNR website. (See Safety Page elsewhere in this issue.)

Ga. DNR officers patrolling Lanier may issue more warnings than citations to young boaters lacking proper boating education.

“Rangers generally stop vessels when they observe a violation occur. When it is obvious that a person maybe under the age of 16 rangers will stop to verify age and boater education certificates,” said Capt. Thomas Barnard, Supervisor of Georgia DNR Region 2, which includes Lanier.

“As with any new law change we try to educate the public the first year,” he said. “Most will be handled with a warning, only if

there are other violations … would we cite an individual.”

Barnard expects the law to improve safety on Lanier. “I think this will have a great positive impact on safety,” he said. “As time goes on we will have more and more boaters who have completed the required course which means more educated boaters on our waterways.”

Also new this year, people who rent boats or PFCs must watch an instructional video and possess a Rental Boat Education Certificate. The Georgia DNR helped produce the 10-minute video which boat and PWC rental outlets must show before allowing customers on the water. There is no test and the printed certificate is good for six months, Barnard said.

A person 16 years of age or older that possesses a boater education certificate is exempt from the rental boat education certificate. Barnard added that although the law states anyone 16 years of age or older may rent, some rental businesses are stricter on the age requirement and will not rent to anyone younger than 21.

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By Pamela A. Keene Ahoy, mateys! The country’s largest charitable Poker Run is back on Lake Lanier. On the weekend of July 17-20, all eyes will be on the 6th Annual Pirates of Lanier Poker Run, headquartered at Lake Lanier Islands Resort. Officials are urging early registration because of previous successes and the growing popularity of the midsummer fund-raiser.

“We’ve already got more than 100 boats registered from across the United States and this year’s going to be the best ever,” said John Woodruff, president of Lanier Partners, which sponsors the annual fund-raising event to benefit to Georgia charities.

This year’s recipients are Camp Sunshine and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hall County. Last year, the Pirates of Lanier Poker Run raised more than $230,000. This year’s goal is to break $400,000.

“Last year we had 274 boats, and we’re cutting it off this year at 300,” Woodruff said. “This

event has grown to attract national attention. It’s on the national Poker Run schedule and many of the boats coming do these types of events almost every weekend.” Registration is $200 for two poker hands, two T-shirts, an event DVD and two people on the same boat. Super Deluxe registration is $300 for four poker hands, four T-shirts, an event DVD and four people on the same boat. There is no charge for additional crew; however, extra poker hands may be purchased for $50 each.

The weekend includes a variety of activities, from the Thursday night meet and greet at Gianni’s at Lake Lanier Islands, to a raft-up lunch sponsored by Norman’s Landing at the dam on Friday, the Captain’s party on Friday night, the Main Event on Saturday, followed by the Saturday night awards party. Nonboaters can also participate in the events surrounding this year’s Pirates of Lanier Poker Run.

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There are lots of interesting tidbits in our ‘Waterlog’ You notice a man atop a sinking sailboat in the English Channel. You race to offer assistance only to find that the sailor is a French artist who designed and built this craft to look as if it were sinking in the first place! Are you amused … or pretty ticked off?

You might want to look at the Atlanta Sail and Power Squadron’s newsletter, the “Waterlog,” and see for yourself. Simply go to www.atlantasboatingclub.com (you need not log in) and click on “Waterlog.”

You are returning to Nantucket from Hyannis on your 23-foot Maritime Patriot. You go into the tiny cabin to sleep with your small children. You are awakened when the boat runs aground. You race up and … no husband. He was never found. Relieving one’s self over the side of the boat in the middle of nowhere (in the middle of the night) with the boat in gear, not wearing a kill switch, and with no lookout will probably NOT qualify you for the Nobel Prize in Physics. It’s in the Waterlog.

What are the main causes of boats sinking, both at the dock and on the water? Read the Waterlog and find out.

over safe boating has finally shaken us boaters to our core.

Tim State Senator Butch Miller, MaTyson jority Caucus member from DisAtlanta trict 49, a sponsor of GA Senate Sail & Bill 136, and an ASPS member, Power outlines the bill in this month’s Squadron Waterlog.

ASPS offers a variety of benefits that could only serve to help you in your boating “life.” We The Waterlog asks swordfish will come to your boat and inboat captain Linda Greenlaw spect everything DNR will ... and (“Swords, Life On the Line,” more! If you fail the ASPS in“The Perfect Storm”) what the spection, well, you get the probmost important piece of safety lem(s) taken care of. If you fail equipment one can have aboard their boat would be. Without hesi- the DNR inspection, pull out your wallets. This falls under the headtation she replies, “Your brain.”

Boating, safety, and brains are ing “Safe.”

ASPS has an educational pronot just words. They are not mutually exclusive, and they are ab- gram that, had he taken their most basic course back in the early solutely linked. Serious 1980s, this writer might have recreational boaters who want to been spared what turned out to be spend quality time on the water a pretty scary – and pretty lousy – have a perfect right to be infuriated at those folks who think that afternoon. Oh, yes, that’s in the Waterlog as well. If we were to it is their God given right to prohold a “Stupid Contest” for onpel their vessels in any way they the water-nonsense, there might desire. Not so. not be a winner. But we could be May 17-23 was Safe Boating losers. Our educational program Week. After the tragic deaths of Jake and Griffin Prince in one ac- falls under the heading “Smart.”

The motto of the ASPS is cident on Lake Lanier, and Kile “Safe, Smart, and Fun.” In order Glover in another, it looks like our boating community’s concern to be safe, you need to be smart.

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And in order to have fun, you need to be safe. You owe it to yourself – and to your fellow boaters – to check out the Atlanta Sail and Power Squadron’s boating safety and education programs. Go to www.atlantasboatingclub.com and check us out. We have meetings every third Thursday, with

interesting programs and speakers and wonderful fellowship. We’d certainly enjoy having you join us. Who knows, you might find out you want to join. And that would fall under the heading “Fun.” Tim Tyson is District Flag Lieutenant and Waterlog newsletter editor.

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Hoarding (and forgetting): It’s a nautical pastime Bob and Carolyn Wilson, aboard Sea Island Girl, continue Lakeside's long running series of cruising adventures which began in the mid-1990s. To date we've had the Johnston family, Jean and Bill Bayman, and Mechelle and Bill Cooksey all contribute to the series. Bob and Carolyn boated on Lake Lanier until leaving for their adventure in 2002.

It is warming up around Georgia and that means it is time to get the family back out on the water for some fun and relaxation. For most it has been a dreary winter but before the family can join us at the lake, there are a few preparations and boat projects to be completed.

Mildew can appear most anywhere but bird droppings have historically been found on or near our boat, and getting rid of them is typically one of the first projects to complete. During our days on the lake, the captains would plan a work weekend to get things back in order and discuss or install our latest nautical toys. It was always good to get back together after the winter hiatus.

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the proper connectors but was unsure if I had the waterproof type or the shrink to cover others that Bob & would be exposed to the eleCarolyn ments. He was expecting some of Wilson his buddies from work to come up the following weekend, so we had Cruising to get it right. I bought everyWilsons thing, including marine grade wire, to ensure that he and his friends could enjoy searching for I would make several trips to West Marine to gather up the sup- the best fishing holes.

The weather was perfect for plies I would need. And as I our manly weekend and after a walked the aisles, questions short stop at the ice house I manwould pop up. Do I need some aged to find a nearby dock cart boat soap? How about some and unloaded the trunk filled with stainless polish or rubbing comthe treasures. As I walked the pound? Not knowing for sure dock several heads popped up to what I had on the boat I would say hi and a couple of them buy a little bit of everything. stopped by to help me get everyI expected the sun would be taking a toll on the dock lines and thing aboard. It was soon five o’grabbed several packages of lines clock and there wasn’t time to with the loops rather than trusting store the supplies before a toast started the evening’s traditional my rope braiding agility. Deterhappy hour. mining the length to buy was It had been a long week and mostly guess work so I bought short ones and longer ones just to the festivities had lasted well into the night. Most of us had decided be certain that we would have to skip dinner and when the last what we needed. call rang out, we tucked into our My brother purchased a new berths for a well-deserved rest. depth sounder and wanted some Anytime I plan a project weekhelp wiring it up. I thought I had

end like this I dream a lot, and this particular weekend was no different. I go over each project in my head making sure I know how best to complete the task and whether or not I have to tools and supplies needed. I question myself as to where certain tools are located on the boat. Does the drill need charging? Do I still have some rags aboard for cleaning up? I finally fell fast sleep convinced that in the morning, all would be fine.

I may fix a pot of coffee to get the morning started, but that’s about all. I am anxious to get started and as the pot was perking I decided to store the recently purchased supplies. What a surprise that turned out to be!

I discovered a gallon of boat

soap in the aft storage compartment and another half a gallon of another brand under a seat on the fly-bridge. When I went to empty the electrical connectors into the electrical storage container I found there wasn’t room – I already had what I had just purchased.

The same could be said for most everything. I had spent the money and it would be time consuming to take it back and as always I will probably need it at some point. Some could call me a nautical hoarder, but like so many of my other friends, we probably have what you need on the boat.

The problem is – we just can’t find it!

- Until next time, Bob & Carolyn Wilson

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Lakeside Calendar June 2014 June 7 – Spring Fling Festival and Parade in Alto features live entertainment, great food vendors, kids’ activities, a tractor contest, a car competition, crafts and more.

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June 13-15; 19-22 – “Christmas Belles” presented by Habersham Community Theatre.

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June 21 – Eat to Beat Alzheimer’s at Burger 21 from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. at 3385 Woodward Crossing Blvd., #350, in Buford where a portion of the sales from Burger 21 will be donated to the cure of Alzheimer’s.

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Thru June 8 – “Squirrel Stole my Underpants,” presented by the Center for Puppetry Arts, 1404 Spring St., Atlanta. Info: 404-8733391; puppet.org.

June 15, 16 – Georgia Mountains Farm Tour where visitors choose to visit 16 farms in Habersham, Rabun, White, Stephens counties and even into SC and NC. Eat local foods prepared by local chefs and load coolers with local fruits, vegetables, bread, eggs and more. Tour benefits Georgia Mountains Farmers Network.

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July 3 – Annual Third of July Fireworks at Cumming Fairgrounds, 235 Castleberry Rd., Cumming. Gates open at 8 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m. and a dance contest for all ages held at 10 p.m.

July 3 – Dawson Day & Sparks in the Park at Rock Creek Sports Complex, 445 Martin Rd. in Dawsonville including activities, food and more. Starts at 5 p.m., live entertainment at 6 p.m., fireworks begin at dark.

July 4 – Fabulous Fourth at Mall of Georgia in Buford, the 12th annual event kick off at

5 p.m. featuring fun activities for the entire family including children’s rides and inflatables, live music, food and beverage concessions and the largest fireworks display in the county.

Thru Aug. 24 – “Whales: Giants of the Deep,” presented at Fernbank Museum of Natural History, 767 Clifton Rd., Atlanta. Admission: $18, adults; $17, students and seniors; $16, children ages 3-12. Info: 404-929-6300; fernbankmuseum.org.

Brenau College Thru July 3 – President’s Summer Art Series held in Simmons Visual Arts Center in the Sellars Gallery. Exhibition showcases artists Bob White, John Hemmer, Andrew Crawford and Gregory Johnson. Reception held May 13 5:30-7 p.m.

July 17-Sept. 12 – Women’s Work exhibition in Simmons Visual Arts Center, Sellars Gallery, focuses on history of fiber arts in North Georgia. July 17 reception, 5:30-7:30 p.m. includes a panel discussion. Light refreshment will be served.

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Lake Lanier Islands July 4 – Celebrate Independence Day with a day at the beach, live music and an incredible fireworks display, which starts after dark.

Thru Sept. 7 – Lanier World Water & Carnival Attractions that include Family Fun Park, Big Beach, Sunset Cove, Landlubber’s Lagoon Carnival and Boardwalk.

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By Jane Harrison The inconveniences travelers encounter this summer due to the temporary closure of Ga. 284/Clarks Bridge Road are expected to alleviate future traffic jams near the Lake Lanier Olympic Venue.

A pedestrian tunnel being constructed under Clarks Bridge Road will enable spectators and participants at LLOV events to walk safely from the boathouse side to the grandstands without obstructing road traffic. The Georgia Department of Transportation planned to close the road just north of the venue and boat ramp parking areas on May 27, two days after a national collegiate rowing regatta left Lake Lanier. The event was expected to be the final time pedestrians and motorists impede each other at the crossing. Local traffic officers have been needed to assure safe pedestrian passage and direct traffic flow during large events at the venue.

DOT Spokesperson Teri Pope said the road will be closed a maximum of 60 days, through July 26. No through traffic will be permitted on State Route 284/Clarks Bridge until the tunnel

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Officers stop traffic for pedestrians to cross Clarks Bridge Road during the ACRA Regatta last month.

construction is complete. To access LLOV parking and Clarks Bridge boat ramps, vehicles must travel 284 northbound or from Gainesville. There will be no access from southbound 284. The detour diverts travelers from 284 to Ga. 11/129 (Cleveland Highway and Limestone Parkway) and Ga. 52 (Brookton Lula Road) and adds several miles to their commute.

The contractor plans to raise the road three feet to accommodate the concrete tunnel. Traffic is not permitted to cross as crews construct the pedestrian underpass, which is planned to be 10 feet wide, 8 feet high, and about 63 feet long.

The tunnel is part of an $8.7 million construction project that

includes building a new bridge to replace the span across the Chattahoochee River section on Lake Lanier. The new bridge will have 12 feet wide lanes and an 8-feetwide bike able shoulder in each direction. The existing bridge built in 1958 does not meet current design standards.

The project completion date is Dec. 31, 2015. Work on the bridge began in November and has included drilling and pouring concrete for the planned 12 caissons (bridge supports) ranging from 92 feet to more than a 100 feet deep. Temporary lane closures have been necessary during caisson pouring. The contractor is required to maintain two lanes for boat traffic, with a minimum of 30 feet per lane, at all times.

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By Pamela A. Keene Don’t use that upside-down life jacket to bob up and down in the water any more. Now there’s BumFloat, created by three Lake Lanier thirty-somethings – David Mallis, Rob Broadfoot and Don Mock. Introduced last season, Bumfloat has now moved its production to North Georgia.

“We’re proud to say that we’re made in America,” Mallis said. “They’re now being manufactured in Blue Ridge, Ga.” BumFloat is a wearable stepin, buckle-on, adjustable device to help people stay afloat and upright while enjoying time in the water. It currently sells for approximately $60 per unit.

“BumFloat now comes in several colors, including the original navy blue, and three camo patterns – pink for the ladies, dark blue and the very popular deep woods camo,” Mallis said. “And we’re now offering it in three true sizes: small for people with a waist size of less than 28 inches; medium for waist sizes between 28 and 38 inches; and large for

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BumFloat has been marketed and showcased at a number of boat shows across the country, including the Atlanta Boat Show and the National Houseboat Show in Cumberland, Ky. “The boat show people say they love us because we bring a lot of energy to the shows,” Mallis said. “These boat shows are really the way to get to the boating community.”

BumFloat, which has sold more than 2,000 units around the world, is chiefly marketed through the company’s website at www.BumFloat.com. Currently it has limited distribution, but Mallis said the company plans to expand its marketing base in 2015.

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Plan now for fun on the Fourth

By Jane Harrison North Georgia and the Lake Lanier region celebrate Independence Day weekend with parades, dance music, watermelon eating contests, fireworks and more. Some celebrations start a day early, on July 3.

Check out the list and plan a full weekend of fun: • Cumming Fairgrounds. Festivities begin at 6 p.m. July 3 with a live band, vendors, and inflatables for kids. The celebration continues after the 9:30 p.m. fireworks show with a dance contest for all ages. July 4 activities include 10 a.m.

Steam Engine Parade with vintage steam engines, antique tractors, classic cars and floats decorated in the spirit of the holiday.

235 Castleberry Rd. www.cummingfair.net, (770) 781-3491.

• University Yacht Club, Flowery Branch. The private club has festivities for members and residents only, but the fireworks display at dusk July 3 can be enjoyed by boat and at Burton Mill Park, 6700 Yacht Club Rd. www.universityyachtclub.org, (770) 967-2814.

• Laurel Park, Gainesville. The Paul E. Bolding American Legion cooks up hotdogs and hamburgers in an all day celebration at the popular Hall County park. Snow cones, cotton candy and other fare available. The park’s amenities – picnic areas, walking trail, playground, dog park, Sprayground for kids– will be open. Fireworks at dark. $5 per car. Gates open 9 a.m. July 4, 3100 Old Cleveland Hwy.

• Lake Lanier Islands, Buford. Celebrate July 4 at Sunset Cove with a “Red, White and Blue” party hosted by Kicks 101.5 with a live afternoon broadcast. Live dance music from Secondhand Swagger 34:15 p.m., country/southern rock from Convoy beginning at 6:30 p.m. Fireworks 10 p.m. Food, patriotic-inspired drinks specials, water attractions open until 10 pm. 7000 Lake Lanier Islands Pkwy. www.lakelanierislands.com, 770-9458787.

• July 4 Family Celebration, Dahlonega. Car show 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Appalachian music jam, kids’ activities, live music with Radford Windham & Step Back Cadillac, parade, fireworks at dark July 4; 5K/10K/fun run at 7:30 a.m.

Downtown Dahlonega. www.dahlonega. org.

• Mall of Georgia Fabulous Fourth Festivities, Buford. Family activities, live music with Brent Gafford Band and The Woodys, kids’ zone, and fireworks at dusk, followed by outdoor movie, “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire.” Bring blankets/lawn chairs. Celebration begins at 5 p.m. July 4 at the mall’s Village Amphitheatre, 3333 Buford Dr. www.mallofgeorgia.com, (678) 482-8788.

• Celebrate Braselton Festival & Parade. Festival 4-10 p.m., parade with floats, antique cars, bands and more, 6 p.m. July 4 from 1001 Cherry Dr. down Hwy. 53 downtown, live band 7-9 p.m. in Braselton Park, 123 Harrison St., fireworks at 9:30 p.m. can be seen from Hwy. 53;

Outdoor Activity Calendar See Lake Lanier Olympic Venue Calendar for canoe/kayak and rowing activities.

Aqua Activities Brenau Masters Swim Team, Gainesville.

Practice and competitive program for masters swimmers of all levels, high school age and older. Mon., Wed. & Thurs. 6-7 a.m. Brenau University Natatorium, Washington/Prior St. $60 month. (770) 534-6279, bbachman@brenau.edu.

Seige on Fort Yargo Adventure Race, Winder. Individuals or teams of 2-3 swim, paddle kayak, canoe or paddleboard, mountain bike and trek through park, 8:30 a.m. June 7, Fort Yargo State Park, 210 S. Broad St. $50$60. http://siegeyargo.trailblazerar.com/details.html Midsummer Super Sprint Triathlon, Oakwood. Adults 250 yard pool swim, 11 mile bike, 2.25 mile run; shorter distances for kids’ age groups, 8 a.m. adults, 10:30 a.m. kids, June 14, Oakwood YMCA, 4101 Railroad St. Adults $45 by May 14, $50 after, $55 race day; kids

5K/Fun Run 8/8:15 a.m. www.braselton.net, 706-654-5720.

• Independence Day at Vogel, Blairsville. Celebrate Independence Day at one of the nation’s oldest state parks with flag-raising ceremony, bicycle parade, pedal boat races, watermelon eating contests, sack races, greased pole climbing and more, July 4, 405 Vogel State Park Rd. $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org, 706745-2628.

• July 4 Mountain Style, Unicoi State Park. Watermelon eatin’, seed spittin’ contest, hoedown, sack races, family fun all

$40/$45/$50. www.fivestarntp.com, 770-6335511.

Limestone Tri Club, Gainesville. Club for triathletes of all levels, 6:15 p.m. June 16, Limestone Place, 2480 Limestone Pkwy. www.facebook.com/GeorgiaFrontRunners, 770-532-2453, Ext. 1.

River Discovery Trip, Buford. Paddle 9 miles on the Chattahoochee from Buford Dam to McGinnis Ferry with Chattahoochee Riverkeeper and National Park Service ranger, provide your own boat or rent from area outfitter, 9 a.m. June 18. Meeting place and details provided upon registration. $35 per boat, solo or tandem. www.chattahoochee.org.

Crow’s Lake Triathlon, Jefferson. 400 yard swim, 15 mile bike, 5K run, 7:30 a.m.

June 22, 155 Crow’s Lake Dr. Individual $80

by June 8, $90 after; relay $130/$150. www.gamultisports.com.

Tri the Vineyard at Chateau Elan, Braselton. Point to point triathlon 800 meter swim, 16 mile bike, 4 mile run, 7 a.m. June 29, Chateau Elan, 100 Rue Charlelemagne. AthSee Calendar, page 51

day, July 4, 1788 Hwy. 356, Helen. $5 parking. (706) 878-4738.

• Annual Fireworks at Dusk, Helen.

Bring lawn chairs and blankets, view fireworks from Alpine Village Shoppes, 8016 S. Main St. (706) 878-2181.

• Sterling on the Lake, Flowery Branch. Set on a private lake in a Flowery Branch neighborhood, this July 5 celebration blasts off at 6 p.m. with live music, food and drinks, children’s activities, plus fireworks at dark. $15 per car for non-residents. 7005 Lake Sterling Blvd. www.sterlingonthelake.com, (770) 965-3980.

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• Calendar Continued from Page 50 letes and spectators required to shuttle from Chateau Elan to swim start at Van Pugh Park.

Shuttles run 4:30- 6 a.m. North park road will be closed to other traffic. Individual $120, relay $180. www.zone5events.com, www.active.com.

Grounded Pursuits Sunday Kroger Rides, Gainesville. Base pace road bike rides averaging 40-60 miles roll out at 1:15 p.m. Sundays from Kroger parking lot on Thompson Bridge Rd or from other locations. Contact: velocraig@hotmail.com.

ISI Cycling, Gainesville. Group road cycling for all speeds and levels in North Hall area, mountain biking at Chicopee Woods, see www.isicycling.com.

Hall County Farmers’ Market, Gainesville.

2:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, 7:30 a.m.-noon Saturdays, corner E. Cresent/Jessee Jewell Pkwy.

770-869-7467.

Flowery Branch Farmers’ Market. 4-7 p.m. Thursdays, 5305 Railroad Ave. 770-5618647.

Historic Downtown Gainesville Farmers’ Market. 2:30-6:30 p.m. Fridays through Oct. 3.

678-943-4442.

Clermont Farmers’ Market. 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays, Downtown Clermont. 678-6776491.

Dahlonega Farmers’ Market. 8 a.m.-noon Tuesdays & Saturdays through Oct. 11, Hancock Park, Downtown Dahlonega. www.dahlonega.org. 706-482-2707.

AMP Cycling Series, Dawsonville. USA Cycling sanctioned bicycle races on race track at Atlanta Motorsports Park, 20 Duck Thurmond Rd. Various categories/distances; races start 5:15 p.m. Tuesdays through Sept. 2. $13-

$33. www.ampcyclingseries.com.

Appalachian Jam, Dahlonega. Traditional mountain music players perform around downtown square, 2-5 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 11. www.dahlonega.org.

Georgia Wine Country Festival, Dahlonega. Live music, barbecue, folk art/pottery, Georgia wine and beer every weekend in June, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays, noon-5 p.m.

Sundays, Three Sisters Vineyards, 439 Vineyard Way. Free general admission, fee to enter wine garden. www.threesistersvineyards.com, 706865-9464.

Animals and their Signs, Gainesville.

Ranger-led hike seeking reptiles, mammals, insects, birds and their signs, 4-5 p.m. June 1, Don Carter State Park, 5000 N. Browning Bridge. Rd. $3, plus $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org. 678-450-7726.

For Goodness Snakes, Dawsonville. Fun educational program features live Georgia snakes. 1-2 p.m. June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Amicalola Falls State Park Lobby, 418 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd. $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org, 706- 344-1500.

Trail Crew Work, Gainesville. Work to improve nature center trails, tools and training provided; bring water, lunch and gloves, 10 a.m-3 p.m. June 4, 7, 11, 18, 25, 28. Elachee Nature Science Center, 2125 Elachee Dr. Call to register. www.elachee.org, 770-535-1976.

Snakes Alive, Gainesville. Learn about local snakes and their benefits, plus non-native snakes’ effect on environment, 4-5 p.m. June 7, 2-3 p.m. June 8. Don Carter State Park, 5000 N. Browning Bridge. Rd. $5, plus $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org. 678-450-7726.

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on Terrapin Trail to celebrate National Trails Day, includes educational session on snakes, 10 a.m.-noon June 7, Don Carter State Park, 5000 N. Browning Bridge. Rd. $5, plus $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org. 678-450-7726.

Wrenched Bicycles Oakwood City Park Classic. Circuit race in Downtown Oakwood, various categories/distances; races start 10 a.m.

June 7, 4101 Railroad St. $15-$50. www.feedyourdingo.com.

First Friday Concert, Gainesville. Free country music concert with Steve Bryson, 7 p.m. June 6, Downtown Gainesville. www.gainesville.org.

Easy Camp Cooking, Gainesville. Rangerled lesson on easy camp food, how to cook on camp stove, open fire, 2-3 p.m. June 7, Don Carter State Park, 5000 N. Browning Bridge Rd. $5, plus $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org, 678-450-7726.

Trail Crew Work Day, Gainesville. Bring water, lunch and gloves for trail maintenance work, tools provided, ages 18 and older, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. June 7 & 28, Elachee Nature Science Center, 2125 Elachee Dr. Call to register. www.elachee.org, 770-535-1976.

Run the Rails, Buford. 5K 7:30 a.m., 10K 7:45 a.m. June 7, Downtown Buford Amphitheatre, 395 E. Main. $30. www.runnersfit.com, www.bufordwolves.com.

Bootlegger Marathon, Half-Marathon, 4Miler, Dawsonville. 7 a.m. June 7, Georgia Racing Hall of Fame, 415 Hwy. 53 E. $100/$70/$50. www.active.com.

First Saturday Hike, Gainesville. Join Elachee naturalist for a guided hike to learn about insects in Chicopee Woods, 10-11:30 a.m.

June 7, Elachee Nature Science Center, 2125

Elachee Dr. $5 adults, $3 children 2-12, free to Elachee members and children younger than 3. www.elachee.org, 770-535-1976.

Birds of Don Carter State Park, Gainesville. Ranger-led hike to identify birds on lake loop trail, 4-5 p.m. June 8, Don Carter State Park, 5000 N. Browning Bridge Rd. $3, plus $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org. 678450-7726.

Lanier Running Club, Gainesville. Club meeting, 7 p.m. June 9, Re-cess Southern Gastro Pub, 118 Bradford St., NW. www.lanierrunningclub.org.

Twilight, Dawsonville. Naturalist led hike to Amicalola Falls, 8-9 p.m. June 13, Amicalola Falls State Park, 418 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd. $3 person or $10 family; $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org, 706-344-1500.

Jenny Melton Father’s Day 5K/Fun Run. Cross country races on trails at Gainesville campus, University of North Georgia, 1-mile 7:30 a.m., 5K 8 a.m. June 14, 3820 Mundy Mill Rd. $20, $25 race day. www.active.com.

Mutt Strutt 5K/Fun Run, Gainesville. Fun run 8 a.m., 5K 8:45 a.m. June 14, Lakeview Academy, 796 Lakeview Dr. Individual $25, $30 race day; team $20 by June 4. www.runningintheusa.com., 770-532-6617.

Full Moon Suspension Bridge Hike, Tallulah Falls. Mile and a half night hike to suspension bridge over falls, 10 p.m. June 13, 10:15 p.m. June 14 & 15, Tallulah Gorge State Park, 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Dr. Register in advance. $5 plus $5 parking.www.gastateparks.org, 706754-7981.

Bluegrass in the Breezeway, Gainesville.

Bluegrass music show, bring a chair, listen to See Calendar, page 52

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• Calendar Continued from Page 51 the pickers, 7-8 p.m. June 14, 28, Visitor Center, Don Carter State Park, 5000 N. Browning Bridge Rd. Donation for pickers, $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org, 678-450-7726.

Kids Day at the Park, Helen. Hands-on exhibits, recreation and environmental education with archery, animal exhibits, compass games, air rifles, stream critters and more, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. June 14, Smithgall Woods State Park, 61 Tsalaki Trl. $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org, 706-878-3087.

Kids Fishing Rodeo, Blairsville. Anglers age 12 and younger fish stocked Wolf Creek with adult companion, June 14, Vogel State Park, 405 Vogel State Park Rd. $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org, 706-745-2628.

Mountain Top Rodeo, Dahlonega. Competitive circuit rodeo with bareback riding, steer racing, bucking broncs, clowns and more, June 20-21, R-Ranch, 65 R-Ranch Rd. Advance tickets adults 1-day $10, 2-days $18;$5/$9; at the gate add $2/$1. www.mountaintoprodeo.com.

Youth Fishing Day at Buck Shoals, Helen.

Children with their special “big person” fish stocked lake, 8 a.m.-noon June 21, Smithgall Woods State Park, 61 Tsalaki Trl.; call for directions. $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org, 706-878-3087.

Amicalola is Going to the Birds, Dawsonville. Evening storytelling with feathered friends, 7-9 p.m. June 24, Amicalola Falls State Park Lobby, 418 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd. $3-$10 for four; $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org, 706- 344-1500.

Dingo Days of Summer, Flowery

Branch/Oakwood. Street sprints and criterium bicycle racing, various categories/distances, June 27-29, downtown Flowery Branch and Oakwood. $20-$45. www.feedyourdingo.com.

Beat the Heat 5K/1-Mile Fun Run, Gainesville. 7:30 a.m. June 28, City Park, Glenwood Ave. $20. www.active.com.

Georgia 400 Hospitality Highway Century Ride, Roswell. All lanes close to motor traffic on section of Ga. 400 at Holcomb Bridge Rd. as cyclists participate in 9, 27, 45, 62, and 101 mile rides. Ride start 7 a.m., must arrive by 6:15 a.m. to ride on Ga. 400, Sky Zone parking lot, 1425 Market Blvd. Adult $50, youth 12-18 $30. www.ga400century.com.

We the Runners Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Sparkler Trot, Cumming. Half marathon/10K 7:30 a.m., 5K 7:45 a.m., Sparklet Trot 9:45 a.m.

July 4, Fowler Park, 4110 Carolene Way. $45/$35/$30/$10. www.active.com, www.totallyrunning.com.

Dahlonega Firecracker 5K/10K/Fun Run. 5K/10K 7:30 a.m., fun run 9 a.m. July 4, Downtown Dahlonega. $30/$35/$20. www.active.com, www.fivestarntp.com.

Firecracker 5K/10K, Gainesville. 8 a.m.

July 4, Riverside Military Academy, 2000 Riverside Dr. $10/$30 by June 27, extra cost after. www.facebook.com/GeorgiaFrontRunners, 678-928-4833.

Star Spangled 5K/Fun Run, Braselton.

8/8:15 a.m. July 4, Braselton City Park, 50 Harrison St. $20 by June 27, $25 after. www.braselton.net.

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Lakeside’s Safety Page A GUIDE TO BOATING AND SWIMMING SAFETY RESOURCES PRESENTED BY LAKESIDE ON LANIER BOATING

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Boating Safely & Personal Watercraft Certification • Course: NASBLA certified entry level classroom-only course with test for boater education and PWC certification. Covers basic boating terminology, “rules of the road,” navigation, operation, legal requirements, emergencies, water etiquette and more.

• Instructors: U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary volunteers • Minimum age: 12, students 12-15 receive PWC certification.

• When: 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. (Bring sack lunch)June 14, July 12, Aug. 16, Sept. 13, Oct. 11 • Where: U.S. Coast Guard Flotilla 29, 6595 Lights Ferry Rd., Flowery Branch • Cost: Individuals $35, family discount 2 or more members $25 each (call or email for information) • Private lessons also available for groups or organizations outside normal schedule. Contact Pat Lindsay, 770-271-4059 • Information/registration: http://a0700209.uscgaux.info/public_education.php, (770) 2174059. Pre-registration required. Send email to edwards0387@bellsouth.net.

Basics of Boating - America's Boating Course • Course: Meets Georgia DNR and NASBLA requirements for boater and PWC certification; covers boat handling, safety equipment/procedures, rules of the road, boat types/terminology.

• Instructors: Atlanta Sail and Power Squadron • When: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., June 7 • Where: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Lanier Program Management Office, 1050 Buford Dam Rd. • Cost: $35, families may share book. Add’l family members sharing book, $15 each • Information/registration: http://atlantasboatingclub.com/public-classes/basics-of-boatingboatsmart, Boatsmart@usps-atlanta.org.

On-Line Courses • www.boat-ed.com and http://www.boaterexam.com/usa/georgia include study guide and Georgia Certification Exam with unlimited exam attempts; cost is $29.50 payable upon exam passage. Temporary certificate printed upon passage; permanent card mailed.

• http://www.boatus.org/onlinecourse/Georgia.asp offers free course, exam and print your own certificate; mailed certificate $5.

• Location: 1545 Community Way, Gainesville.

• Information/registration: (770) 533-5850, www.gainesville.org/swim-lessons www.gainesville.org/online-registration.

• Lessons: Swimming and water safety program for all ages and levels, age 6 months to masters, basic aquatics safety to skill proficiency for competitive swimmers. Four 30-minute group lessons available at various times/dates through Aug. 8. City resident $45, non-resident $60. Lifeguard training available.

• Splash Aquatic Club: Competitive swimming groups for Rookie (age 4) through Masters (age 18 and older to improve fitness, develop better technique, or train for competition.

Gainesville/Hall residents $30-$60, non residents $40-$80.

Cumming Aquatic Center • Location: 201 Aquatic Circle, Cumming • Information/registration: (770) 781-1781 www.cummingaquaticcenter.com (register online) • Lessons: Swimming and water safety program ranges from toddler-age in Parent Child Aquatics Program to teens and adults in Learn to Swim and Adult Aquatics Program. Private or semiprivate lessons available. Fees and schedules vary. Competitive swimming and diving programs, Masters Swim Team also available. Lifeguard certification offered.

Brenau University • Location: Brenau Fitness Center, 500 Washington St., SE, Gainesville • Information/registration: www.brenautigers.com, Blaire Bachman, (770) 534-6279, bbachman@brenau.edu.

• Lessons: Custom private swim lessons for all ages and abilities. Four 30-min. lessons $100; advanced level-four one-hour lessons $150. Brenau Masters Swim Team offers practice and competitive program for swimmers of all levels, high school age and older. $60/month.

University of North Georgia Gainesville Campus • Location: 3820 Mundy Mill Rd., Oakwood • Information/registration: http://ung.edu/recreational-sports/gainesville/aquatics/index.php, (678) 717-3605 • Swim lessons: For ages 3 (must be potty trained) and older range from introduction to water skills to swimming and skill proficiency. Check website for dates.

Georgia Mountain YMCA

Other Boater Education Opportunities (Certification exam not included) • Ladies & Boating: Introduction to boating for ladies only, includes boating trip on lake and instruction in driving, docking, “rules of the road.” Rescheduled from last month at Gainesville Marina, 2145 Dawsonville, Hwy., Gainesville. Call to find out new date and time, register with CJ at 770-536-2171.

• Professional Tutoring: On-line or in person tutoring designed to prepare individuals for exams required for certification and licensure for maritime jobs by instructor Steve Johnson, retired US Coast Guard, experienced ship navigator, deck officer, and USCG license instructor for Sea School. www.navteach.com, stevejohnson@navteach.com, (770) 312-0989.

• Advanced Boating Classes in piloting, marine communications, and other boating skills offered periodically by the Atlanta Sail and Power Squadron. www.atlantasboatingclub.com.

Vessel Safety Checks • U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary certified vessel examiners perform safety inspections on recreational boats, personal watercraft and paddle sport vessels. Free.

When/Where: All inspections 9 a.m.-noon unless otherwise noted: June 7, Holiday Marina (Gwinnett); June 21, Port Royale (Forsyth); July 12, East Bank (Gwinnett); July 26, Little Hall (Hall); Aug. 5 6 p.m. Bass Pro Shops (Gwinnett); Aug. 9, Laurel Park (Hall); Aug. 23 Tidwell Park (Gwinnett); Sept. 5 State Patrol Post (Cumming); Sept. 14 Old Federal Park (Hall); Oct. 2 10 a.m. Bass Pro Shops (Gwinnett); Nov. 3 10 a.m. State Patrol Post.

Info: http://a0700209.uscgaux.info, drv2600@gmail.com.

• Atlanta Sail and Power Squadron offers vessel safety check-ups by appointment. http://atlantasboatingclub.com/vessel-safety-check/vessel-safety-check-signup.

Contacting USCGA in an emergency on Lanier The USCGA Operations Center with watch stander is open from mid-May through September, weekends and holidays, from 1 p.m. until 7 p.m., and can be reached

by VHF/FM marine radio on Channel 16 or by calling 770-967-2322.

• Location: 2455 Howard Rd., Gainesville • Information/registration: http://www.hallcountyymca.org/programs/youth/swim-sportsplay/swim-lessons/ 770-297-9622.

• Swim lessons: For all ages and levels, parent-child swim, Masters Swim Program, water fitness, water safety, life guard certification. Fees and times vary.

Safety Tip #1 - Wear a life jacket Many lives have been saved throughout the U.S. and Canada by boaters and lakegoers who did the responsible thing and wore a life jacket. Putting on a life jacket may be the most important safety measure for those who visit Lake Lanier.

The 2014 North American Safe Boating Campaign and U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary have made life jackets their main safety topic this year, according to Joseph Edwards, Commander of Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla-29. The local flotilla promotes safety on Lake Lanier. “(Wearing a) life jacket of course is not restricted to boaters, but includes the swimmer of all ages (on all) bodies of water, “Edwards said. “Our area of responsibility is Lake Lanier. I could see after attending the kick off meeting at the Army Corps of Engineers office May 20 that all agencies and associations are ready for another season with more awareness than ever.”

“If there is a good tip, it should be select a life jacket that fits,” he said. If you are outfitting a child, use one that the youngster is proud to be seen wearing and knows is theirs only.

Note: Georgia law requires that all children younger than 13 wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved Personal Flotation Device (life jacket) while on board any moving vessel, except when the child is in a fully enclosed cabin. All vessels must have at least one USCG-approved Type I, II, II or V life PRD for each person on board.

Type V PFDs are only acceptable when worn and securely fastened. Personal water craft operators and riders must wear an approved PFD that is properly fitted and fastened. Inflatable PFDs are not approved for use on PWCs. See the Georgia Department of Natural Resources “Handbook of Georgia Boating Laws and Responsibilities” for more information on PFDs.

NOTE: Please contact Lakeside on Lanier News to list additional boating and water safety classes. lakesidenews@mindspring.com.

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Fish Tales expands front lawn area for lake visitors

Joni Tuttle 770-480-9960 jonituttle@bellsouth.net www.jonituttle.com

Renovated Lake Home - $200,000 2413 Old Fork Road • Gaineaville Affordable Lake Lanier home. Completely RENOVATED. Shared 32 x 32 dock with party deck. Located on DROUGHT PROOF location across from Sardis Creek Park. Close to Gainesville Marina. One of 6 houses in private lake community. Access to lake via path at end of Winterview Ridge Road that leads to dock.

No lake view from house but gorgeous private land in back. $230,000 $200,000

Fish Tales restaurant at Hideaway Bay Marina has expanded yet again. The renovated area now includes an expanded “sand” area for both kids and “dancing adults,” as owner Dale Ozaki explains. The new area also includes an additional stage for live music that can now be seen and heard throughout the marina. They have added lakeside chairs and other amenities. Ozaki said he was pleased with the result because within minutes of its completion the area was covered with kids, sand toys and couples waiting to dine.

Famous Nathan’s hot dogs come to Lanier Islands Parkway Lakegoers can now enjoy Famous Nathan’s hot dogs at the little white house on the right just west of McEver Road at 5825 Lanier Islands Parkway. Nathan’s will be open seven days a week through September 30. The menu also includes barbecue sandwiches, chicken sandwiches, beer brats, nachos and soft-serve ice cream.

Gorgeous Lake Lanier 1.63 acre lot with hardwoods has private double slip boat dock (32’ x 32’) on deep water. Located in convenient, private area of lake facing Sardis Creek Park. This gated, private lake community of 5 lots is close to Gainesville off Hwy. 53. Buy and build later or have builder/owner build to suit. $172,000 Other lots available - $130K-$230K

Diane A. Miller 404-386-5059 Cell 678-781-4865 Office dmillerhomes@yahoo.com www.integrityonerealty.net

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Enjoy Lake Living At It’s Best! Sprawling custom built ranch situated on over half acre lot with easy walk to covered dock on deep water and 115 feet of lake frontage. Builder’s personal home elegantly appointed with many upgrades. Main level features spacious master retreat with sitting room plus designer tiled bath, two additional nice sized bedrooms with Jack and Jill bath, two half baths for guests, gourmet kitchen with lots of custom cabinetry open to expansive sunroom, banquet-sized dining and huge grand room with wall of windows overlooking double privacy decks with lake view. Terrace level perfect for entertaining with oversized rec room, billiard room, office or guest bedroom and full bath plus workshop and lots of unfinished storage.

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2014 State Fall Games Gainesville, GA October 10-12, 2014 Help support the approximately 1,500 athletes competing at the games with a financial donation or sponsorship.

Athletes compete in:

Bocce Cycling Golf Softball SOGA Horse Show 280 athletes and coaches, along with 75 volunteers, will convene at Chicopee Woods Agricultural Center in Gainesville, GA on October 10-12 for the largest Special Olympics equestrian competition in Georgia.

Special Olympics Georgia provides year-round sports training and competition to 26,702 children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

For more information about the Games and how to help, call 770 414-9390 x 106 or visit http://www.specialolympicsga.org/become-an-athlete/competition-schedule/state-fall-games

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$800,000 $1,499,000 Spectacular lake views from huge windows in this magnificent, custom designed, luxuriously appointed 5 bedroom, 6 bath home. Dreamy master suite on main offers steam shower bath and private sunroom.

Rich in architectural detail, this exquisite home lends itself to gracious entertaining, yet comfortable family living. Prime deep water location near Lake Lanier Islands featuring a deluxe 2-slip party deck boat dock, spa, waterfall, firepit and expansive stone patio for your outdoor enjoyment.

Vacation every day in this 4 bedroom, 3 bath Lake Lanier home. Granite counters, hardwood floors, exposed beams and walls-of-windows to enjoy big open lake views from every room. Prime deep sailing water with approximately 189 feet of lake frontage. Paved driveway to deluxe 2-slip party deck boat dock. Located near GA 400, Exit16, and convenient to everything.

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Stats show luxury lake home market recovering slowly The Lake Lanier real estate market has had a lot of ups and downs since its peak in 2007, but no segment has seen more challenges than the luxury market. At one time, many industry experts believed that luxury homes would dominate lake sales by 2015. Unfortunately, between the 100-year drought, the great recession, and other economic factors, that hasn’t quite panned out.

First, let’s define the term “luxury home.” In any given area, a luxury home is one that is priced in the top 10 percent of that particular market. In metro Atlanta, for instance, any home over $500,000 is considered a luxury home. On Lanier, there are fewer low-priced homes to pull down the averages, so the top 10 percent of lake home prices starts at around $700,000.

Since the recession and drought-laden 2008 season, it has been harder to sell luxury homes – though many have tried. There has been a limited number of buyers, and the few that are out there have been extremely picky. There were 65 luxury lake homes sold in 2007 at the peak, but it dropped to only 23 in 2010. That year also saw the biggest drop in the average price of luxury lake homes from $1.03 million to $836,000.

To make matters even worse during those recession years, it took almost a year to sell a lake home on average. You can imagine how frustrating that was to those homeowners.

Since the low point in 2010, the luxury market has enjoyed a modest recovery. Luxury home prices have risen to an average of $1.04 million. Instead of an average of 326 days on the market, higher-priced homes are selling in around 191 days now. That’s still

much slower than their lower priced neighbors, but it’s clearly an improvement.

By city, Gainesville has the highest average price for a luxury home at $1.26 million (17 sold in 2013). In second place, high-end Flowery Branch homes are averaging $970,000 (two sold) followed closely by Buford (three sold) at $963,000. Cumming, which generally enjoys higher price points for lake homes, is surprisingly lower at $832,000 with 11 homes sold. Experts believe that the Cumming luxury market will see the most impressive growth in the next few years.

Considering the limited luxury lake home inventory in Forsyth County, builders who are easing back into the spec home business should definitely consider that hot market. With the retail and commercial growth in that area and the easy commute to Atlanta, that is where the most dramatic growth is expected to occur.

According to Laurie MooreMoore, noted real estate author and CEO of The Luxury Home Marketing Institute, the luxury market is growing faster than other segments. In fact, U.S. existing homes sales under $500,000 actually declined in the first quarter of this year; however, the luxury market which makes up around 11 percent of national sales rose significantly. MooreMoore also points out other important trends affecting affluent buyers and sellers. Before the recession, around 30 percent of home purchases were cash only.

Today, that number is well over 50 percent.

For those who need financing, the average mortgage amount in 2007 was 67 percent of the home value. Today, for a lot of reasons,

the average amount is around 44 percent. The number of distressed sales has dropped dramatically in the past year, and there are far fewer investors scooping up the bargains. Clearly, we learned some things from the recession.

Buyers are more conservative in what they buy and how they pay for it. Instead of the sprawling, opulent estates that were popular in the early 2000s, affluent buyers are opting for more manageable-sized homes with greater artisanship. In other Knight words, less square footage but more features and amenities.

Even the concept of affluence has changed. An affluent buyer is anyone who earns in the top 20 percent in their area. According to Moore-Moore, that is around $104,000 income per year. Pre-recession, we saw an abundance of “strained affluence.” That is, a lot of people spent everything they earned. Now, the trend is more long-term paradigms which means that high wage earners are choosing to maximize their net worth rather than maximizing their life styles.

So how does this affect you?

Here are some considerations if you want to sell a luxury lake home.

1. Most importantly, update the home’s finishes to the current standards. Unless you have the best point lot on Lanier, savvy affluent buyers do not expect to renovate a luxury home. You need to replace all brass fixtures, update the flooring if needed, remove all wallpaper, and renovate the kitchen with granite or equivalent counters, high-end appli-

ances, and so forth.

2. Find a Realtor who sells luxury properties and knows Lake Lanier. The literature, marketing, and staging are specialized for high-end homes, and it’s even more specialized on this lake. Ask for a list of how many lake homes they sold in the past year. Many are listed but few are sold. Some agents will agree to any list price to get a listing but sell very little.

You want someone who will help you price it correctly and create marketing literature that adequately conveys the extraordinary features of your house. You also want someone who advertises to the right markets including international audiences. That doesn’t mean ads on their company website. There are international real estate websites for luxury homes.

Those subscriptions are expensive, so not everyone is willing to spend that money, but it’s a must to reach international buyers.

Four out of five of the highest priced homes sold in the U.S. were purchased by non-U.S. citizens, so reaching those folks is very important.

3. Be realistic in price. Even if you have the greatest house in the world, once it goes under contract, it will probably have to go through the appraisal process.

There are not that many comparables in that price range, so you have to price it close to its true market value. Find the right agent, then listen to him or her.

No matter how wonderful your house is, it dropped in value during the recession just like everyone else’s. The good news is that the house you will turn around and buy with the proceeds of your sale also dropped in price. It’s all relative.

The Lake Lanier luxury home market is much better than it was a few years ago. As affluent buyers gain confidence in the economy, it should continue to improve.

Bev Knight is lead agent for The Good Life Group, Lake Lanier specialists with Keller Williams Lanier Partners. She has also earned a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist designation with a specialty in luxury lake homes.

Duck Derby raises record amount for Hall County Boys & Girls Clubs The 16th annual Rubber Duck Derby on Lake Lanier turned out to be record breaking – with 18,000 ducks “adopted” for a chance to win the $10,000 grand prize. The event, at Clarks Bridge Park, is the largest fundraiser for the Hall County Boys & Girls Clubs.

Joyce Wilson, vice president of development and marketing for the organization, said the event was well-attended until a brief rainshower trimmed the crowd.

Organizers then decided to run the race a bit earlier than planned.

She said the organization sur-

Youngsters watch 18,000 ducks float in to the shoreline during this year’s Rubber Duck Derby.

passed it’s goal of $150,000.

The event centered on family fun, including bounce houses, kids’ games, food and music.

The owners of winning ducks included: • Grand-prize: Edgar Dunlap • Runner-up: Northeast Georgia

Health Systems • Third place: Michele Smith • Fourth place: Ralph Hargrove • Fifth place: Melissa King • Sixth place: John Alexander • Seventh place: Kary Nordholz • Eighth place: Kim Davis • Ninth place: Greg Holland

PHOTO BY GREG KATULKA

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Lake Lanier Marinas Info AQUALAND MARINA Hours of operation: Dock open 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun.Thurs.; 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Fri./Sat. Phone: 770-967-6811 Website: www.aqualandmarina.com Location: 6800 Lights Ferry Rd., Flowery Branch Types of slips available: Houseboats, covered cruisers, & all types of open slips plus covered & open dry slips, totaling 1,725 wet docks and 460 dry docks Store: Yes Store/Dock hours: Dock open 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days a week Types of fuel: Non-ethanol, 90 octane Price of fuel: (as of 5/25/14) $4.99 On-site eatery: Dockside Grill Take-out menu: Sandwiches Restaurant description: Casual Menu: Famous “Docker Burger,” sandwiches, salads & seafood grilled & fried.

Phone: 770-363-2318 Security: 24/7, gated Additional amenities: Self service work yard with deep draft well & marine travel lift, houseboat launching ramp, pump-out station, bathhouses with showers, laundry facilities, wet slips with private gated parking. Sales of new boats by Coast to Coast Yacht Sales, brokerage services by Marine Max, rental boats & cabins by Lanier Aqua Rentals.

AQUAMARINA LAZY DAYS Hours of operation: Office/Dock, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Mon.-Fri.; 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat./Sun.) Phone: 770-945-1991 Website: www.ILoveMyMarina.com Location: 6700 Lanier Islands Pkwy, Buford Types of slips available: Concrete Wet Slips from 50 125 foot covered & 100 foot open slips; 554 covered dry stack spaces up to 36 feet Types of fuel: 90 Non-ethanol marine fuel treated with ValvTect; diesel Price of fuel: (as of 5/25/14) $4.99 non-ethanol; $4.39 diesel Security: 24/7 surveillance monitoring Full Service Department: Barefoot Boating, 770-8205949 Boat Club: Carefree Boat Club, 770-361-5501 Additional Amenities: Free pump out for customers, trailer storage, dock carts, ice available, boat detailing service; Dry Stack - smartphone app to control launch/retrieval of boat, Pre-Fueling service, wash racks; Wet Slips - gated/private parking, golf cart valet service, inslip pump out, weekend newspaper delivery BALD RIDGE MARINA Hours of operation: Office, Mon-Fri, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., marina has 24/7 access.

Phone: 770-887-5309 Website: www.baldridgemarina.com Location: 1850 Bald Ridge Marina Rd., Cumming Types of slips available: Covered & uncovered.

Store: Sandwich shop; some boating supplies Store hours: Seasonal Types of fuel: 90 Non-ethanol; diesel Price of fuel: (as of 5/25/14) $5.10; $4.50 diesel (Dock open 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Mon.-Thurs.; 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Fri.; 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat.; 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun.)

On-site eatery: Lenny’s Sub Shop Eatery hours: 10 a.m.-8 p.m., 7 days a week Menu: Sub sandwiches, salads and more; Party Packs (deli sandwich, chips and deluxe cookie) Restaurant description: Casual Phone: 770-888-6473 Security: 24/7 security, gated Additional amenities: Full-service department, parts department, boat body work, yacht repair & Marine Max Stovall sales dock. Boating supplies/commissary/dry goods/retail clothing items.

GAINESVILLE MARINA Hours of operation: Office, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Mon.-Fri.; 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat./Sun. Phone: 770-536-2171 Website: www.gainesvillemarina.com Location: 2145 Dawsonville Hwy., Gainesville Types of slips available: 600 slips, dry stack covered up to 25', wet covered & uncovered up to 80'.

Types of fuel: 90 recreational, non-ethanol Price of fuel: (as of 5/25/14) $5.09 (Dock open 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Mon.-Fri.; 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat./Sun.; Pay-at-thePump, 9 a.m.- ‘til 30 minutes before dusk, 7 days a wk) On-site eatery: Skogies Menu: Barbecue, seafood and American fare.

Phone: 678-450-1310 Security: 7 days a week Additional amenities: Parts department, land service shop, recreational room, bath house, pumpout station.

Sales of new, used and brokerage boats. Bennington Pontoon Boats, Four Winns Deck/Sport Boats and Yamaha Outboards.

HABERSHAM MARINA Hours of operation: Office/Store, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days a week Phone: 770-887-5432 Website: www.habershammarina.com Location: 2200 Habersham Marina Rd., Cumming Types of slips available: 650 slips for dry storage up to 27’ Store: Yes Types of fuel: 90 Recreational fuel, non-ethanol Price of fuel: (as of 5/25/14) $4.99 (Dock open 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Mon.-Sat.; 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun.) Security: Yes Additional amenities: Repair services, detailing and bottom cleaning. Also bathroom and shower facilities are available.

HIDEAWAY BAY MARINA Hours of operation: Office—8:30 a.m.-7 p.m., 7 days a week; Marina: 24/7 Phone: 770-967-5500 Website: www.hideawaybaymarina.com Location: 6334 Mitchell St., Flowery Branch Types of slips available: Wet (510) Dry (150) Showroom: Atlanta Marine Store/Gas Dock hours: 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m., 7 days a week Types of Fuel: 90 octane, non-ethanol Price of fuel: (as of 5/25/14) $4.74 On-site eatery: Fish Tales Security: 24/7 manned security Additional amenities: Restaurant-Seasonal, complete boat/motor repair, new bathhouse w/ locked showers and AC, laundry, pump out, trailer storage.

HOLIDAY MARINA Hours of operation:Office/Store/Dock, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Mon.-Thur.; 8:30-7 p.m., Fri.-Sun. Phone: 770-945-7201 Website: www.holidaylakelanier.com Location: 6900 Holiday Rd., Buford Types of slips available: 22-100' Uncovered including 80, 90, and 100' Breakwater Slips; 26-85' Covered Slips totalling 1238 Slips Store: Yes; Convenience items and basic boating supplies.

Types of fuel: Premium, unleaded & diesel, non-ethanol Price of fuel: (as of 5/25/14): $5.25 premium; $4.99 unleaded; $4.49 diesel (5 percent discount with Westrec advantage membership) On-site eatery: Castaways Seafood Bar & Grill Menu: Fish, chicken and burger baskets Phone: 678 765-0424 Security: 24/7 Additional amenities: Boat rentals, repair service, pumpout station, boat sales, TowBoat US LANIER HARBOR MARINA Lanier Harbor Marina has permanently closed effective 2/4/14.

PORT ROYALE MARINA Hours of operation: Office, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days a week Phone: 770-887-5715 Website: www.bestinboating.com/port_royale Location: 8800 Port Royale Dr., Gainesville Types of slips available: Uncovered, 20' to 80'; covered, 24' to 80' totaling 514 slips & dry stack storage (470) for up to 39'.

Store/Dock hours: 8 a.m.-8 p.m., 7 days a week; Pay at the pump closes same time as restaurant around 10 p.m.

Store: Service Store & Ship Store Types of fuel: 90-octane Price of fuel: (as of 5/25/14) $4.84 On-site eatery: Pelican Pete's Bar and Grill Security: Gated, 24/7 Additional amenities: Climate controlled bath house with showers, 24/7 self-service pump out, rental boats, Courtesy dock for dry stack, two ship stores, full-service center, largest floating gas dock in Ga., 16 gas pumps.

SUNRISE COVE MARINA Hours of operation: Office/Store/ Dock, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun.-Fri.; 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat.) Phone: 770-536-8599 Website: www.sunrisecovermarina.com Location: 5725 Flat Creek Rd., Gainesville Types of slips available: Uncovered-20-70'; Covered24-50'; to include an exclusive 44' Sailboat Breakwater Dock. Total Wet Slips 688 and nine (9) Dry Storage Spaces (boats on trailer).

Store: Yes Types of fuel: 90 recreational, non-ethanol Price of fuel: (as of 5/25/14) $4.95 with 5 percent off with Westrec Advantage Membership Security: 24/7 Additional amenities: Club House, bath house, laundry facility and pump-out open 24/7.

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Lakeside’s Dining Guide Lakeview Dining Big Creek Tavern – lunch, dinner seven days a week; breakfast at 11:30 a.m. on Sundays. Open year around. Featuring the “Best” Angus Beef, a step up from old-fashioned American food. Billiards, video games, beer, wine, liquor. Mon. Thurss, 11:30 a.m. to midnight, Fri. and Sat. from 11:30 a.m. to 1 a.m. and Sun. from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. 8050 Big Creek Rd., Buford. B3, 678-482-1662.

Bullfrogs Bar & Grille – Located at Legacy Lodge & Conference Center at Lake Lanier Islands Resort. Open for lunch and dinner daily.

Dine poolside or indoors. Selections include salads, sandwiches, entrees, desserts and a variety of drink options from full-service bar. Guests may arrive by boat or car. Buford. B-3, 770-9458787.

Dockside Grill Café – Offering full lake views of Lanier in a casual outdoor café setting. Featuring the famous Docker burger, sandwiches including grouper, tuna and mahi. Spring hours Fri -Sun, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Aqualand Marina, Flowery Branch. C-3, 770-363-2318.

Dockside Sandwich Company – Offering sandwiches, lahvosh, salads, chips and snacks.

Baldridge Marina, Cumming. Seasonal. 770889-2185.

Fish Tales Lakeside Grille – Casual lakeside dining featuring grouper fingers, signature salads and much more. Full service indoor and outdoor bar with live music. Sun. - Thur., 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Fri./Sat., 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Hideaway Bay Marina. C-3, 770-967-3775.

Lenny’s sub shop at Bald Ridge Marina subs and salads. Party packs perfect for lake outings. Mon.- Thur., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri. Sun., 9 a.m. -9 p.m. A-3, Cumming, 770-8886473. www.lennys.com Mallory’s Castaways – Holiday Marina. Offering fish, chicken and burger baskets; hand-cut potato chips with special toppings; casual dining. Full bar service, tropical and frozen drinks.

Live entertainment and karaoke on the weekends. Call for hours. C-3 678 765-0424. Seasonal.

Pelican Pete’s – Picturesque dining right on the water at Port Royale in an open-air thatched-roof building. Selection of sandwiches, burgers, fish and more. Call for hours. B-2, 770-887-5715 ext 5.

Skogies – Made from scratch seafood, BBQ and American fare with a great view served in a laid back pet friendly environment. We serve the best breakfast on Lake Lanier! Menu items include eggs benedict served five ways, Omelettes, shrimp & grits, cathead biscuits & gravy, breakfast sandwiches & more. Call from your boat & they will pick you up. Spring hours: Wed /Thurs 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat, 9 a.m. to noon (breakfast) and noon to 9 p.m., Sun, 9 a.m. to noon (breakfast) and noon to 5 p.m.

Gainesville Marina. C-1 678 450-1310; www.skogies.net.

Sunset Cove Beach Club – An open-air eatery on a quiet stretch of beach near LanierWorld at Lake Lanier Islands Resort. Open for lunch and dinner. Views of the lake during the day or dine under the stars in the glow of firelight from the fireplace. Come by car or by boat. Also at Sunset Cove, Dog and Draft features 12 beers on draft, plus hot dogs, brats and sausage in pretzel buns. Fire and Ice kiosk offers smoked barbecue and burgers. On the Boardwalk, Sunset Cantina serves Tex-Mex food featuring tacos, quesadillas, and burritos; a fusion of food truck food fare and culinary concoctions with our own special flair! By water, Sunset Cove is between buoys 7SC and 5SC. www.lakelanierislands.com. Buford. B-3, 770-945-8787.

Windows Restaurant – Located at Legacy Lodge & Conference Center at Lake Lanier Islands Resort and overlooks Lake Lanier. Provides breakfast buffet and menu options daily, and special dining events every Saturday night throughout the season. Guests may arrive by boat or car. Buford. B-3, www.lakelanierislands.com, 770-945-8787.

American Antebellum – Southern contemporary cuisine including fried catfish with pimento dumplings, grilled wild salmon, thyme roasted pork chop, ribeye with buttermilk mashed potatoes and more. Weekend brunch features biscuits and gravy, ham steak and eggs, buttermilk pancakes, shrimp and grits, and more. Downtown Flowery Branch, C-3, 770-965-8100. www.antebellumrestaurant.com.

Braise – Open for lunch and dinner, Tues.-Sun. Also features fried green tomatoes, BBQ shrimp, oyster po’boys, braised short ribs and pot roast.

Dessert for two features apple cobbler and brownie a la mode. Comfort food redefined. Live weekly entertainment downstairs at Coo-Coo’s Nest with an extended bar menu and drink specials. Located at 1920 Freedom Pkwy., just off Ga. Hwy. 400. A-3, Cumming, 678-456-8932.

Branch House Tavern - The ultimate sports restaurant in Hall County offers a selection of hamburgers, wings, hearty salads, southwestern grill fare, and a huge selection of appetizers and desserts. Big screen sports action on 50 HD TVs, and live entertainment. Also featuring a full bar and dancing all night long. 678-828-8345 5466 McEver Rd. C-3 Flowery Branch, GA. 30542.

Take Out Available Coastal Breeze Seafood Grill – Offering seafood, steaks, ribs, oysters on the half shell, salads, burgers and more. Lunch and dinner, full bar. Sun.-Thur 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Fri-Sat 11 a.m.-midnight. 5390 Lanier Island Parkway. C-3, www.coastalbreezega.com, 770-945-9181.

Collegiate – Old-fashioned hamburgers, hot dogs and milk shakes served in 1940s setting.

Gainesville. C-2, 678-989-2280.

Foster House – Lunch and dinner served family-style featuring casual dining at lunch and fine dining in evening. Lunch served 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri. Dinner served 5-8:30 p.m., Thurs.; 5-9:30 p.m., Fri./Sat. Cumming. A-3, 770-887-9905.

Norman’s Landing – Specializing in fresh seafood, hand-cut steaks, Canadian baby-back ribs with Kansas City barbecue sauce. Cumming. Casual. A-3, 770-886-0100.

Silver Bay Seafood – Specializing in seafood dishes like fried grouper, snapper, baby shrimp, oysters, scallops, broiled swordfish, mahi, and much more. Located at 2415 Browns Bridge Rd., Gainesville, C-2. 678 450-4900.

Two Dog Café – Classic small town diner with an emphasis on fresh food and fast service for lunch and dinner. Located at 317 Spring St. Gainesville. C-2, 770-287-8384.

Wild Wing Café – Offers casual dining, live music, special Monday Trivia Night and 2 Fer Tuesday nights (buy a dozen, get a dozen wings free). Located at 311 Jesse Jewell Pkwy., Gainesville. C-2, 770-536-9177.

Yahoola Creek Grill – Features Southern-inspired, made-from-scratch cooking from our outdoor deck, cozy dining room and loft. Full beer and wine list. Open for lunch and dinner, Wed.Sat. Open for brunch and supper on Sunday.

Closed Mon./Tues. Located on S. Chestatee Street, Dahlonega. 706-482-2200; www.yahoolacreekgrill.com.

Continental/Fine Dining Adam’s – American Mediterranean cuisine including Rack of Lamb, Calf’s Liver Anglaise, Mediterranean Chicken Penne, Oysters Rockefeller and Seafood Pastilla Rolls. Full bar. Dinner Mon.-Sat., 5-10:30 p.m. Located at 15 East Main St., Buford. B-3, 678 754-0379.

Aqua Terra Bistro – European fusion cuisine served daily. Open for lunch, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri.; noon-2:30 p.m., Sat.; dinner hours are 5-10 p.m., Mon.-Sun. Located on Buford’s historic Main Street. No reservations. B-3, 770-271-3000.

Blue Bicycle – a bistro touting “great food in a place not to feel rushed.” Open for lunch Thurs./Fri.; open for dinner Tues.-Sat. Reservations are suggested. Located at 671 Lumpkin Campground Road, behind the Outlet Mall on GA. Hwy. 400. Dawsonville, B-1. 706-2652153.

Corkscrew Café – Fine dining featuring varied menu choices, open lunch and dinner. Hours: 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m., Tues.-Thurs.; 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri./Sat.; noon-9 p.m., Sun. Reservations suggested. Located on 51 West Main St., Dahlonega. 706-867-8551.

Luna’s – Continental cuisine, romantic atmosphere. Gainesville. C-2, 770-531-0848.

Oar House in Dahlonega – Specialties: handcut steaks, seafood dishes and homemade desserts, “everything homemade from the bread to the pickles.” Located Hwy 52E, 4 miles east of Dahlonega. D-1. Reservations suggested. 706864-9983.

Poor Richard’s – Specializing in Prime Rib, steaks, ribs and fresh seafood. Casual dining, dinner only. Full-service bar. Gainesville. C-1, 770-532-0499.

Scott’s Downtown – Upscale casual ambience with specialty sandwiches for lunch and gourmet entrees for dinner. Gainesville. C-2. 770-5361111.

Barbecue/Country/Home Cooking Johnny’s BBQ – Real Pit BBQ pork, chicken & ribs. Brunswick stew. Minutes from Clark’s Bridge rowing venue. Gainesville. Casual. D-1, 770-536-2100.

Old McDonald’s BBQ – Real Pit BBQ, Brunswick stew, ribs. Minutes from Lake Lanier.

Casual. Tues. - Thurs., 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Fri. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sun. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Buford. B-3, 770-945-8608.

Deli Common Grounds Coffee Shoppe – Light breakfast, lunch and dinner and desserts followed by fresh roasted coffee. Flowery Branch.

C-3, 770-967-4080.

Italian Dominick’s Italian Restaurant – Features cuisine from the north of Italy, with veal, chicken and seafood dishes. Favorites include chicken saltimbocca and garlic bread appetizer. Halfprice bottles of wine on Monday nights, halfprice appetizers from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesdays and endless pasta and salad on Wednesdays. Dominick’s is open Monday thru Sunday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. for lunch and dinner from 5-9:30 p.m. Located at the corner of Buford Hwy. and Hamilton Mill Rd in the Buford Village Shopping Center., Buford. B-3, 770-614-0019.

Gianni’s Italian Bistro – serves pizza, subs and pasta. Located at LanierWorld at Lake Lanie Islands Resort. www.lakelanierislands. com. Buford. B-3, 770-945-8787.

Piazza – Features traditional Italian dishes, homemade raviolis, pizza, chicken, veal and seafood specialities. Open 7 days a week: 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun.-Thurs.; 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri./Sat. Located on 24 East Main St., Dahlonega. B-1. 706-867-9881.

Vinny’s New York Pizza & Italian Grill – New York-style pizzeria known for generous portions and reasonable pricing. Specialties include Philly Chicken and Cheese sub, New York Pizza, Chicken Caesar Salad, Sausage & Pepper plate, baked pasta and Lasagna. Desserts include Cannoli, Tiramisu, Italian Funnel Cakes or cheesecake. Wine and beer available. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sat., noon-10 p.m.; Sun, 5-10 p.m. Located at 4977 Lanier Island Pkwy, Buford. C-4, 678-482-9966.

Mexican La Cazuela – An Atlanta area landmark that’s expanded to two locations around Lanier. Features fajitas, selection of combination platters and more. Cumming, 678-947-0718, Buford, 770-614-6871.

Oriental Little Tokyo – Japanese dining - hibachi grill, sushi. Dine in, take out. Open Tues.-Fri., 10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Sat.-Sun., noon-10 p.m.; Closed Mon. Buford. B-4, 770-945-3350.

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Amicalola Falls: A natural wonder with amenities Gazing up through the tall hardwood trees from the Reflection Pool to the distant falls above, one seems to be drawn up the steep trail for a closer look.

The 1/3 of a mile hike to the wooden platform directly below the final cascade is rather steep and might require a rest stop or two, but it’s worth the trip. Just to sit on the old bench and stare up into this magnificent work of nature as the light plays tricks with the ever-changing beams passing through millions of prism-like droplets of water has a soothing effect on the mind and body.

Amicalola in my ancestor’s Cherokee language means “tumbling waters,” and this natural cascade definitely lives up to the billing. The spectacular falls plunges 729 feet in seven continuing cascades and is the highest waterfall east of the Mississippi River. The incoming water consists of one mainstream that begins as several small springs flowing from the mountains. This same stream flows through the park, offering guests a chance to try their luck at catching wily rainbow trout during the season.

The park contains nearly 1,000 acres of mostly hardwood trees that encase the majestic waterfall in a shroud of ever-changing colors. Though every part of the year has its own unique shade that ranges from wildflowers to dogwood, mountain laurel and rhododendron, the fall season always displays the most brilliant colors at Amicalola. The winter months also hold a special magic as the deer and other wild animals seek food and refuge within the park when an occasional winter snow

Bill Vanderford Travel Editor

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Amicalola Falls State Park offers campsites for those who wish to have an outdoor adventure.

These are enhanced by hot showers, flushing toilets and laundry facilities located in the nearby comfort station. In addition to the camping facilities, 14 cottages are available for a nice quiet escape.

Some of these are nestled in the woods along a creek, while others are set on a mountain for a panoramic view. No pets are permitted.

For the best in comfort and style, the park has a four-story, 57-room lodge, Maple Restaurant PHOTO BY BILL VANDERFORD for fine dining and meeting facilPhotographing the falls from below. ity that is available for getaways and group gatherings. This goralso available. which are available on a first geous structure is located above In addition, the park provides come-first serve basis, and covthe falls and offers breathtaking plenty of open picnic tables, ered picnic shelters. Also, hikers views from the guest rooms, restaurant and lobby area.

The meeting rooms can accommodate up to 250 people including on-site conference planning, catering and audio/visual equipment. Leadership/teambuilding activities that range from a rope course to rappelling are

can enjoy nearly three miles of trails on the park plus the Approach Trail to the 2,160 mile Appalachian Trail. The southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail is 8.5 miles from the park at Springer Mountain and continues to Mt. Katahdin in Maine. Backpackers planning to be out overnight should register their itinerary at the visitor center before leaving, and all vehicles left overnight must be registered.

A stocked stream and pond for trout fishing is available throughout the legal trout season. Persons age 16 or older must have a valid resident/non-resident fishing license and trout stamp.

Amicalola Falls State Park and Conference Center has almost anything an outdoor enthusiast or family could want, plus being one of the finest meeting facilities in the North Georgia area. The magnificence and raw natural beauty of the cascading of water, makes every visit here a truly unforgettable experience.

For additional information or reservations, contact: Amicalola Falls State Park & Conference Center at (800) 573-9656.

Bill Vanderford has won numerous awards for his writing and photography, and has been inducted into the National Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame as a Legendary Guide.

A tiny screech owl.

PHOTOS BY BILL VANDERFORD

Appalachian Trail approach, above right, and the lodge, below, at Amicalola Falls.

PHOTO BY BILL VANDERFORD

Loretta Dean, “The Bird Goddess”, and Zeus (Great Horned Owl) at Amicalola Falls.

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A ranger’s perspective: Time to make those boat docks safe Have you ever thought about your safety when you drive somewhere or get out on the water?

How about when you fly on an airline? Do you ever listen to the flight attendant’s speech? Are you among the many who just take safety for granted? If you have a boat dock you may want to read on.

As we move into the recreation season here at Lake Lanier, many of you will be spending more time on and around the water. It’s a lot nicer out there in good weather than the dead of winter.

For those of you privileged to have a dock, consider yourself fortunate, but to restate a famous quote, “With great privilege comes great responsibility.”

Shoreline Management Rangers have spoken with many of you over the years. We’ve written articles and letters about the need to get permits, protect the environment, and keep us updated with your current address and

Phil Stavaler US Army Corps of Engineers

MORE INFO: 770-945-9531 www.sam.usace.army.mil/ Missions/CivilWorks/Recreation/ LakeSidneyLanier.aspx

phone number. Let me tell you what we found out about some boat docks.

A couple of years ago, I kept statistics on docks I inspected for about six months. I found many safety problems. More than 30 percent had electrical problems; 18 percent had rotten, broken, or missing boards; and nine percent were outright hazardous. A few I did not even get on; they were that bad.

Here are some things you can do to get your dock safe: • Check for protruding nails that you could trip over.

• Keep the walkways clear of chairs, fishing poles, skis and swim rafts.

• If you have electric service, check the Ground Fault breaker at the shoreline for proper operation.

• Make sure your upper-deck railing is solid; openings for gates to jump off are prohibited.

• Remove diving boards and platforms; they’re prohibited as well.

• Don’t leave grills or flammable chemicals and fuels unattended; they should be removed when not in use.

Just remember, you’re responsible for the condition and safety of your boat dock and the facilities you have on your permit, at all times. When things break – and they will – please get them fixed.

Always remember that elec-

The clear picture – voyage planning Everyone makes plans. A common theme in just about anything you do. Safe boating is especially reliant on accurate preparation. There are three questions that need the correct answer and consideration in order to prepare for a trip on the water …

Where are you going? What will you see along the way? What time are you going to arrive? The core basic foundation to any successful and safe voyage is to always plan ahead. Even going out for just a few days or less, benefits from this essential action. Before departing on a patrol or voyage my duty as navigator was to prepare, with meticulous detail, the answers to these questions. Normal process utilized books such as Coast Pilot which provides valuable and detailed information as to fuel docks, pilotage, anchoring locations and many other very important facts and details to aid in the journey.

Other nautical resources such as Light List and Tide/Current Tables would accurately describe all lights and other aids to navigation, and the specific conditions of the water at any given time or date. Navigation charts to be used where inspected, corrected and waypoints added to forecast the route. The fact is, voyage planning is one of the extremely important components of your trip for a very wide variety of reasons, none as important as pas-

Steve Johnson Boating Safety

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senger, crew, and vessel safety.

There are countless methods to accomplish this important task and one of the latest developments in advanced marine navigation systems is called Insight Planner. The technology effectively and quickly enables gathering, processing, and evaluating this crucial information from your personal computer for such things as route planning, Points of Interest (POI), navigation hazards, local regulations, buoyage and other details that once took numerous hours to accurately collate. Chart inputs from a wide variety of sources, including NOAA, are available to use and can give extreme detail to further provide safe passages for travel on the water. After all the research and organization of this data you can download it to an SD card and input into your navigation multi-function display on your boat. The important infor-

mation is at your fingertips for immediate use when you need it.

Possessing the capability to gather and transfer this vast amount of knowledge through the cloud and other media is a great leap in marine electronics technology. It will forever change the way we prepare, and as an added benefit can also serve to provide others your intended route, just in case there is an emergency.

Going out for a day on the lake? Voyage planning is not just designed and intended for long distance travel. Used properly it can make your experience on the water much safer and enjoyable when you include details such as weather forecast, lake levels, fuel, water temps, and any other data.

Local knowledge is also helpful and recommended when you venture into an area for the first time.

Study the chart and take note of the visual landmarks, hazards, and navigational aids, if any. This information can be entered into your voyage planner with this technology and used for future trips.

Interested in discovering more about voyage planning? Please email for more details on all different types of preparation methods, both conventional and advanced. Surprises on the water are no fun … plan ahead.

Steve Johnson, US Coast Guard (ret). is with CPO Johnson, Inc.

tricity and water do not mix.

Never place torches on docks or public land. And never, ever leave burning coals or firewood on a

dock.

Don’t depend on your area ranger to tell you what needs to be fixed. Safety begins with you!

Dock permit update: Corps’ re-evaluation of docks nets near-final availability

By Pamela A. Keene This spring the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has reviewed existing docks to determine the number of dock permits that will most likely be available later this year. “Our goal was to confirm the number of dock permits that remain to be issued,” said Chief Ranger for Shoreline Management Ernest Noe. “We particularly looked at how we issued permits for community docks – which include two slips for each permit

– to validate our numbers, and at this time, there appears to be around 60 permits remaining.”

Noe said that there are about a half-dozen requests made through the lottery that remain to be finalized. Once these permits are complete, Noe said the Corps expects to announce the date that requests for permits will again be accepted.

“This will be announced by the Corps later this year,” he said, “so we plan to let people know when the process starts.”

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CORPS OF ENGINEERS CAMPGROUNDS & DAY USE PARKS

Campsites w/ Hookups Campsites w/o Hookups Showers Dump Station Laundry Restrooms Picnic Tables Picnic Shelter Boat Ramp Swim Area User Fee No Pets

Provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers The Corps of Engineers welcomes you to beautiful Lake Sidney Lanier. Located just 35 miles northeast of Atlanta, the lake offers some of the finest camping opportunities in the South. The Corps operates 7 campgrounds at Lake Lanier. Camping enthusiasts may enjoy the luxuries of fully developed areas with water and electrical hookups or “rough it” at designated primitive areas. Most campgrounds have park attendants on duty to assist our visitors. Camping in undesignated areas such as on the lake’s shoreline and islands is prohibited.

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Day Use Parks The Corps operates 35 day use parks at Lake Lanier. Facilities range from parks with boat ramps to those with designated swimming areas, picnic tables, shelters and playgrounds.

All day use parks close daily at 10 p.m.

Boat launching is allowed at all hours unless otherwise posted. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in all parks.

Picnic Shelters Picnic shelters are available at several Corps’ parks around the lake. They can be reserved for a fee. Call the Lake Lanier Management Office at 770-9459531.

Day Use Fees Day use fees are charged at some park areas which have boat ramps or beach areas.

Fees (per day): Boat launching $3/$4 Vehicles $3/$4 Pedestrian/bicycle $1 Annual pass $30 Rules, Regulations and More Guidelines are not intended as restraints to the enjoyment of park visitors, but as aids for orderly operation, visitor safety and for the protection of the environment and public property.

Complete rules and regulations are posted at the entrances to all campgrounds and copies are available at entry stations. To view annual opening and closing dates and rates for campgrounds and picnic shelters, visit www.sam.usace.army.mil/Missions/Civ ilWorks/Recreation/LakeSidneyLanier/ recreation/Schedules

STATE, COUNTY & CITY PARKS 7 SHOAL CREEK 11 BIG CREEK 14 CHESTNUT RIDGE 33 CLARK’S BRIDGE 79 MARY ALICE PARK 86 FLOWERY BRANCH PARK 52 LUMPKIN COUNTY PARK 56 WAR HILL 71 CHARLESTON 74 SHADY GROVE 75 YOUNG DEER 87 LANIER POINT 88 LONGWOOD PARK 89 HOLLY PARK 90 LAUREL PARK 91 RIVER FORKS 96 LAKE LANIER ISLANDS 99 DON CARTER STATE PARK

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Islands’ Summer Steak and Seafood Buffet: perfect combo of choices for all tastes

By Pamela A. Keene This summer, Windows Restaurant at Lake Lanier Islands Resort has brought together the best of both for meat and seafood lovers with its Friday/Saturday evening Summer Steak and Seafood Buffet. With a generous selection of entrees ranging from hand-carved prime rib to handbattered fried shrimp, there’s no excuse to walk away hungry.

New this year, try the grits bar with eight or so toppings to choose from that will be sautéed before your eyes by one of the resort’s chefs. Choose sausage, scallions, bacon, black beans, chicken or more to top freshcooked Southern grits. It’s a new twist on a Southern favorite.

The five-station buffet is stocked with a wide range of choices. Start with a selection of cheeses and salmon with various toppings. The salad bar offers peel-and-eat shrimp, the resort’s trademark antipasto with artichoke hearts and baby mozzarella, mini wedge salads, shrimp and pasta salad, plus crisp mixed greens with an array of garnishes and fresh-made dressing.

Chef Andre Bell prepares sautéed toppings at the new Grits Bar.

The main course is guests’ choice and if you enjoy beef, seafood, pork or chicken, you’re covered. Coriander grilled swordfish, grilled skirt steak, barbecued pork back ribs, rotisserie chicken, and mushroom ricotta ravioli are complimented by a prime rib carving station, crab legs and fried shrimp. Be sure to seek out the lobster bisque, which – while on the main buffet – makes an excellent starter to properly whet your appetite. Yukon gold mashed potatoes, grilled roasted asparagus, plus steamed broccoli and

Summer’s in full swing at Islands with festivals, events and more

By Pamela A. Keene Full-moon Parties, Beach Flicks at Big Beach and other summertime events are on the docket at Lake Lanier Islands in June.

The big special motor cycle rally event – Thunder on the Parkway – takes place on the weekend of June 27-29 and features live music and more than 100 vendors.

Here’s an overview of what’s happening at the islands this month: • Friday, June 6 – Beach Flicks at Big Beach – Monsters Inc. (Free with LanierWorld admission or beach access.)

• Sunday, June 8 – Wine Cruise starting at Harbor Landing at 2 p.m., $60 per person; $110 per couple, reservations required.

• Saturday, June 14 – Fullmoon Party at Sunset Cove,

featuring 1st Generation Band; 7 to 11 p.m., $15 per person begins at 5 p.m.

• Sunday, June 15 – Father’s Day at LanierWorld, all dads admitted free to LanierWorld.

• Saturday, June 21 – Summer Solstice Party at Sunset Cove. Call the resort at 770945-8787 for details.

• Friday, June 20 – Beach Flicks at Big Beach – Brave (Free with LanierWorld admission or beach access.)

• Sunday, June 22 – Wine Cruise starting at Harbor Landing at 2 p.m., $60 per person; $110 per couple, reservations required.

• Fri.-Sun., June 27-29 – Thunder on the Parkway three-day motorcycle rally and music festival at Peachtree Pointe. For more information, visit www.thunderontheparkway.

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Don’t forget to save room for dessert. The resort’s famous Key Lime pie, berry parfaits with pound cake cubes, light and creamy cheesecake and a deep rich chocolate coffee roll are all excellent. You can also choose fresh-baked cookies and brownies to accompany your after-dinner adults and $17.95 for children dine outdoors and enjoy the suncup of Joe. aged 7 through 12. Children Several guests on a recent Fri- set. under 7 eat free.

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