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INSIDE THIS ISSUE Freedom Waters Foundation On the final weekend of September, the Freedom Waters Foundation brought together more than 450 veterans, youngsters with life-threatening illnesses/special needs and their families, plus boaters and volunteers to experience Lake Lanier. Page 17

Shore Sweep breaks records Shore Sweep for 2021 was a good news event. Breaking records for the number of volunteers and the amount of trash, garbage and debris collected, the annual event continues to grow. Page 2

America’s oldest city America began around 400 years ago when the Spaniards built the Castillo de San Marcos fort as a monumental reminder of their claim to the New World. This action led to the formation of St. Augustine, which is the oldest city in America, and though many national flags have blown in her sea breezes she is still a uniquely American place to visit. Page 42 Also inside: Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Fishing news . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Lake levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Lanier map . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Marinas information . . . . . . . .Page Outdoor activity calendar . . . .Page

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Annual lake cleanup breaks records for volunteers and trash 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 Jane Harrison, Millie Adcox Columnists Glenn Burns, Vinnie Mendes, Sara Bagwell, O’Neill Williams 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.

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By Pamela A. Keene Shore Sweep for 2021 was a good news/good news event.

Breaking records for the number of volunteers and the amount of trash, garbage and debris collected, the annual event continues to grow. The final tally was nearly 88 tons of trash.

“When we had more than 1,300 people sign up online in advance to help, we knew it would be a good year,” said Bonny Putney, chair of the cleanup managed by the Lake Lanier Association.

“Then, as the day came, the weather was outstanding and volunteers showed up from the early morning through early afternoon.

It was a banner year.” She said that many people came by water on kayaks, jet skis, runabouts and pontoons. And others who had not registered showed up at the day-of sites to help.

“One of the keys this year was our eight advanced drop-off sites,” said Jennifer Flowers, executive director of the 4,500member non-profit group.

“Opened two weeks before Shore Sweep day, the sites were packed full of trash, garbage, debris, dock floats and other items that people had collected from around the lake over the advanced pe-

riod.”

Putney said that this year, the association doubled the number of dumpsters at Gwinnett Park from two to four. They were filled to overflowing. Every location collected more trash than they have in the past.

“People really turned out to

help,” she said. “It is so gratifying to see so many folks support the lake and work so hard to help us with our message of Clean Lake, Full Lake, safe Lake.”

Watersports Center was this year’s signature sponsor. Community partners included Keep Forsyth County Beautiful, Keep

Dawson County Beautiful, Keep Hall County Beautiful and Gwinnett Department of Water Resources.

For more information about the association, visit lakelanier.org. Next year’s Shore Sweep is scheduled for September 24, 2022.

Organizations, individuals help keep lake clean

By Pamela A. Keene John and Nelda Wright take Shore Sweep and keeping Lake Lanier clean seriously. The Flowery Branch residents have been participating in the cleanup for more than two decades. Over the past few years, the couple has collected plastic water bottles, glass bottles, sofa cushions and debris.

“We live close enough to Aqualand that we can just drive our gator and trailer over with everything we’ve collected,” John said. “It’s the least we can do as residents who regularly enjoy the lake.”

Several Atlanta- and lakebased organizations put together teams for this year’s event, including Barefoot Sailing Club.

“We use the lake and we need to do our part to keep it clean,” said

for Shore Sweep,” cleanup chair Bonnie Putney said.

“Over the years, we’ve had Scout troops, Rotary Clubs, company coworkers, church groups, neighborhoods and others turn out, all in the name of keeping Lake Lanier clean. It’s always a fun day.”

Barefoot Sailing Club members show their enthusiasm during Shoresweep 2021.

member Erin Schroder, who lives in Brookhaven. “Our members really enjoying giving back to the lake.”

Lake Lanier Association officials encourage groups to set up teams for the event. “It’s so much more fun to come out with friends

PHOTOS BY PAMELA A KEENE

John and Nelda Wright during Shoresweep 2021.

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1ST TIME ON THE MARKET! Charming 3/3 lake home built in 2002 on a double lot with wonderful privacy. In a tiny subdivision with 6 homes and a 6 slip boat dock. The dock has ALWAYS been in DEEP WATER even when the lake was at its lowest. A grandfathered paved road to the lake makes it easy to get to the boat dock. A MUST SEE! $519K (Hall)

UNIQUE ENTERTAINER'S DREAM lake home on a cul-de-sac and point lot w/double slip dock w/party deck, deep, open water views & 2 boat lifts! 6BR/ 4.5BA, extensively remodeled, 2 main floor living areas, HUGE screened-in porch. Separate teen/in-law suite accessed thru the 3 car garage. $1,199,000 (Dawson)

FANTASTIC DEEP WATER DOUBLE LOT! 1.32 acres with gorgeous lake and mountain views. Gentle slope with corps line close to the water. The path is already built with a short walk to the water. Electrical and water in place. Graded, partially gravel driveway and an 88 foot long concrete pad. Double slip covered dock. Always deep water, quiet dead-end street close to downtown Gainesville. $450K (Hall)

BEAUTIFUL .60 ACRE LOT on Lake Lanier with single slip boat dock in Forsyth County. Great schools and great location on the lake. Build your dream home. Located within 10 minutes from Gainesville Marina and Port Royale Marina. Survey and Soils have been completed. $325,000 (Forsyth)

Watermark Cove

3514 Lake Breeze Lane, Gainesville

3660 Chestatee Road, Gainesville

305 Julian Creek Road, Dawsonville

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ENDLESS Lake Lanier and mountain views in Harbour Point. Open floor plan. Master on main + 3 large BR/2BA up. Terrace level w/ BR/BA, rec room, home theater, workout room, PLUS another HUGE storage area & work room. 2-car oversized garage. Boat slip at the marina available for $45,000 from the HOA management company. $1,190,000 (Hall)

7.3 ACRES, 2/1 1000 sf cottage, large barn and a SS dock (with room to upgrade to a DS ) in deep water.

Room for expansion of cottage - the septic tank is a 1500 gallon and field lines have been installed to accommodate a 4 BR home. Beautiful sunrise winter views and filtered summer views. $550K (Hall)

JUST LISTED! WOW! 4 BR 4.5 BA with an additional bunk room and another flex bedroom on the terrace level. Wonderful views of the lake and at least 22 ft of water at the aluminum and Trex double slip dock with party deck. Main level has a gourmet kitchen, great room and dining room AND master on the main and an in-law suite. Fully finished terrace level w/ rec room and tons of storage. 3 kitchens and 2 laundry rooms to complete this home! $1,350,000 (Dawson)

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FREE DEEDED SLIP in 24 Slip dock. 1.302.63 acres lots. Gated subdivision. Interior and lakefront lots. $120K - $175K Gainesville (Hall)

AMAZING south lake location with 3.75 +/- acres plus almost 3 acres of Corp property close to 4 marinas and Lake Lanier Island Resort. Pool, 6228 square feet of living space, very private lot and has the potential for short term rentals. Grandfathered path to dock in very deep water out of main channel. Grand foyer, chef's kitchen, master on the main and beautiful views. Additional 2 bedroom in-law suite and 2nd kitchen on the terrace level. $1,200,000 (Hall)

6186 Lakeside Drive, Flowery Branch

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D L O S JUST LISTED! 3 BR/2 full & 2

half baths. Beautiful lake views in Flowery Branch. Master on main, open concept kitchen and LR. Amazing workshop on lower level can be converted into living space. Large office/bunk room on lower level. Deep water SS dock.

Additional lot and dock permit included! $825k (Hall)

JUST LISTED! 4 BR /3.5 BA + additional room for bunk room or office. Open kitchen, dining and living room! Screened porch and several decks. Finished terrace level, fire pit. Plenty of parking on this gated lot.

HUGE covered front porch. Easy walk to the single slip dock with a party deck in DEEP water. 5 minutes to Athens Boat Club. $625,000 (Dawson)

5217 Driftwood Point, Gainesville

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D L O S CUTE AS A BUTTON 3/2 with lake view and a single slip dock. Nice open floor plan with kitchen and living room combination and a partially finished lower level with a rec room and bedroom. This little gem is on the calm north end of Lake Lanier on Little River. 1st time on the market! $389K (Hall)

VIEWS VIEWS VIEWS! 2 stories of windows on the back of the home with one of the best views on Lake Lanier. 3 BR/3.5 BA, beautiful kitchen, hardwood floors throughout, elegant master on main floor with a view of the lake, 3 car garage, full unfinished bsmt waiting for you to finish, 17' x 26' inground pool, landscaping w/palm trees, and a short walk to the dock in very deep water on 1.1 acres. $1,200,000 (Hall)

METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED 4 bedroom/ 3 bath Craftsman home in the gated community of Dawson Pointe! New fence, deck, Bosch appliances, new lighting and fans...the list goes on! Dawson Pointe is a gated subdivision on Lake Lanier, only 3 minutes from 400, yet you'll feel a million miles away! This home is PERFECT and just waiting for you! $465,000 (Dawson)

3913 Harbour View Ct, Gainesville

5998 Watermark Cove, Gainesville

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JUST LISTED! ONE of a kind home with grass to water & a mowing permit. HUGE back yard on Corp property. 4/3.5 + a guest cottage with LR, kitchen, BR, office and full bath. N Hall High School. 1 additional lot with dock permit available for sale located at 3909 Harbour View Court. $729K house, $230K lot. (Hall)

Only 18 lots in the PRIVATE and GATED upscale subdivision. 6 lots to bring your own builder and build your DREAM home! This is only 1 of the few Lake Lanier subdivisions that INCLUDES slip at the community dock at no additional charge. Private swimming pool for Watermark residents. Buy now and build later and start enjoying lake life today! $132,500 (Hall)

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Bev Knight 770-503-7070

Lead Agent 770-536-4416

Since 2012, #1 Agent on Lake Lanier (cummulative sales)

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Best value on the lake!

Newly renovated lakefront home with views of Lake Lanier & Mount Yonah. Quiet & secluded on a gorgeous 4 acre lot w/ plenty of places to park boats, RVs, car collections & more. Grandfathered-in boat house on deep, drought-proof water on a calm section of the lake. Two garages with five total bays, one is being used as a workshop. Handy shed for tools, equipment & more. Reno included refinished hardwood floors, HVACs, paint, flooring, carpet, light fixtures, deck upgrades, Koi pond, landscaping & more. $525k

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Taylor Lange Marketing

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Testimonial from Colin R., Cumming I recently sold a property on Lake Lanier, with the assistance of Bev Knight and Darlene Plavcan from The Good Life Group. This was not a straightforward transaction, but with the help of Bev and Darlene we were able to make this a smooth process, and achieve a very good outcome. The Good Life Group is a team of very experienced and talented professionals - every aspect of their service, whether it involved marketing, staging or closing, was handled expertly. They are proactive, responsive and pragmatic - I know I couldn't have done this without them, and will definitely use them again in the future.

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#1 in Lake Lanier Sales! Your Trusted Lake Advisors

Celebrating Our 20 Year Anniversary Selling Lake Lanier!

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$3,195,000 • EXQUISITE CUSTOM LAKE HOME IN HARBOUR POINT YACHT CLUB ON LAKE LANIER! Wide open lake & mountain views + nightly sunsets from the expansive covered porches & most rooms!

Built for entertaining, this elegant all-brick home features; an elevator, hardwoods throughout, formal study, DR, 2 story GR open to custom kitchen w/ island & a lg custom pantry. Breakfast room opens to the spacious covered porches and entertaining areas, 2 Master suites, terrace level features: Media room, large FR with fireplace open to a 2nd kitchen, and 2 en’suites, + second laundry. Boat slip option available included in the price. Adjacent 1 +/- acre lot avail. w/ boat slip option is available for purchase to make 2acres and 2 boat slips. FMLS# 6885037 3739 Harbour Landing Sheila 770-235-6907

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$1,740,000 • BAY POINTE - NEW CONSTRUCTION waterfront home with covered dock slip, 3 car garage and partially finished terrace level, flat lot with COE frontage and walkable to water w/ great views! Frank Betz Havenridge plan. FMLS# 6886930 5431 Mayflower Court Stephanie 770-654-4161

$1,560,000 • SOON TO BE BUILT WATERFRONT HOME IN BAY POINTE SUBDIVISION on a level lakefront lot with 113 ft of shoreline and long-range views, includes a covered boat slip A-6. Modern craftsman style plan w/terrace level and 3 car garage. Buy now and choose your finishes! FMLS# 6893976 5407 Yachtsman Lane Jennifer 770-356-2629

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$3,750,000 • CAPE COD ON LANIER! EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOM-BUILT 5 BEDROOM, 5.5 BATH HOME ON A PRIVATE 1.56-ACRE POINT LOT W/ 478 FEET OF LAKE FRONTAGE! Twin slip party dock with two boat hoists and 6 jet ski hoists. This home was designed for Lake living & entertaining. Numerous covered decks and balconies and a covered pavilion for enjoying the views and

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$1,100,000 • SIDNEY ON LANIER Elegant 6BR, 5BA builder’s personal home with seasonal lake views, gorgeous pool, outdoor fireplace, finished Terrace level + much more. FMLS# 6952791 2309 Crystal Court Sheila 770-235-6907

$1,050,000 • LOCATION IS EVERYTHING! Near the Olympic Rowing Venue - watch rowing events from comfort of your patio & take advantage of monthly social gatherings & food truck Friday events. Stately & private 5 BR, 3BA Lake Lanier retreat, single slip dock. FMLS# 6951410 3188 Venue Drive Nicole 678-858-0265

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$940,000 • RESERVE CLUB & MARINA - NEW CONSTRUCTION 5 BR | 4.5 BA with a basement + a covered dock slip, F. Betz "Taunton Place" plan. Enjoy Lake & mountain views. Buy now and choose your finishes! FMLS# 6885157 7445 Crestline Drive Stephanie 770-654-4161

$749,900 • RESERVE CLUB & MARINA - New Construction - 4BR | 3.5 BA w/basement, Reserve Club & Marina. Still time to choose your finishes! FMLS# 6884481 6525 Crestline Drive Michelle 404-379-5798

$615,000 • LAKE LANIER COTTAGE - 4BR/3BA centrally located in a quiet, deep-water cove just off the Chestatee Bay. Single slip dock with hydra-hoist. Many updates. FMLS# 6950933 5386 Woodland Circle Michelle 404-379-5798

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$549,000 • ADORABLE 3BR | 1.5BA Cottage w/swim dock, features beamed & wood ceilings throughout and lovely screened porch. Level lot, wide path with easy walk to the swim dock.

FMLS# 6894532 4864 Newton Drive Linda 770-313-5446

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Please call if you are selling or buying on Lake Lanier - 770-235-6907 6255 Holland Drive $3,250,000 • Sheila

6089 Rockingham Way $1,175,000 • Linda

5439 Spinnaker Lane $775,000 • Sheila

1605 Lockridge Drive $1,750,000 • Jennifer

4422 Shellie Lane $1,200,000 • Stephanie

5820 Windjammer Point $950,000 • Jennifer

4856 &4860 Newton Drive $935,000 • Linda

6171 Grants Ford Drive $675,000 • Linda

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We sell everything from Estates to Cottages!

Build your Dream Home on One of These Lots

$399,000 • SIDNEY ON LANIER Dream lake lot, wide open views and a portion of the property line in the water! Ready for your new build, deepest drought proof water, permitted for a 32'x32' twin slip dock.

FMLS# 6609607 2273 Sidney Drive, Gainesville Sheila 770-235-6907

$99,900 • THE RESERVE CLUB & MARINA 1.44 acre lot FMLS# 6927145 6825 Lookout Point, Dawsonville Michelle 404-379-5798

$195,000 • WATERFRONT 1 ACRE LOT w/123 feet of lake shoreline in Old River Pointe S/D. Big Vista views from either side of the bridge.

Cleared & ready for your “Dream home”! Included is a deeded slip at the private community dock. FMLS# 6911114 1957 River View Drive, Gainesville Jennifer 770-356-2629

$57,900 • WELCOME TO THE RETREAT! This lot is situated in the newest phase of Marina Bay. Choose your builder and your home plan.

Covered boat slips are available to purchase at an additional cost. FMLS# 6936998 7106 Nightfall Lane, Gainesville Michelle 404-379-5798

$138,000 • LEVEL LOT W/ 94 FEET OF SHORELINE & beautiful views of the water. No dock - neighborhood has boat ramp to get your boat out on the lake. FMLS# 6857866 4005 Skyline Drive, Gainesville Jennifer 770-356-2629 $39,900 • GREAT OPPORTUNITY to bring your builder and build your custom home!

Beautifully wooded, 1.53 acres in established subdivision in the North Hall school district. Woods provide privacy and is very near Laurel Park and Lake Lanier & Olympic Rowing venue. FMLS# 6785781 2180 Silver Circle, Gainesville Linda 770-313-5446

$115,000 • GATED "DOCKSIDE COVE" ON LAKE LANIER. .86 acre CUL-DESAC lot with a BOAT SLIP @ the Community Marina! Quiet, friendly neighborhood with sidewalks, streetlights, a community fire pit and walking trails.

Bring your own builder and build your Custom Dream Home.

6008 Tradewinds Cove, Gainesville Jennifer 770-356-2629

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UYC Change of Watch ceremony

PHOTO BY PAMELA A KEENE

Change of Watch at University Yacht Club: The first weekend in October, the new leadership at University Yacht Club took office. New commodore Mark McQuaid, center, takes the helm of the organization. From left, Craig Wolf, secretary; Bret Benninghoff, vice commodore; McQuaid; Steve Simpson, rear commodore; and Donna Mathis, treasurer. The club, chartered in 1951, is a private membership yacht club in Flowery Branch. For information, visit universityyachtclub.org.

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The Chambers Team

Experience isn't expensive, it's priceless!

631 Dawsonville Hwy • Gainesville, GA 30501

Office 770-503-7070

THE LAKE HOME YOU'VE ALWAYS DREAMED OF MAY NOW BE AFFORDABLE ... CALL US! $1,995,000

42 SLIP COMMUNITY DOCK $14,000,000

Custom designed home situated in gated community on 4 private acres. Chefs kitchen overlooks cozy keeping room with built-ins. Breakfast room opens up to one of the 2 outdoor grilling areas. Terrace level is complete w/gym, billiards area and 2nd kitchen. Heated pool and spa, volleyball court, poolside kitchen.

Private well for irrigation and pool, whole house generator. REDUCED PRICE!

$1,100,000

LAKEFRONT ACREAGE - approximately 40 acres in Gainesville with 42 slip boat dock permit approved by USACE. Adjacent to Cresswinds community.

19 acre tract zoned PUD- proposed 540 condo units approved by city (case

Sally Kirchner Lead Agent 770-538-5626

89-23) in 1989. 23 individual lots included.

One of a kind point Lake Lanier Lot. Bay Pointe Subdivision with beautiful views from 3 sides. Remarkable setting, ready for your dream home to be built. 12x28 boat slip in Community dock deeded with property.

$725,000

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UNDER T AC CONTR Hardy Rd Tract 2 11.98 acres with 3 docks.

UNDER T AC R T N O C Elegant log style home w/ DS dock.

$1,450,000 Lake front home in North Hall! Cozy ranch with full finished basement. 2 master suites, eat in kitchen and beautiful sun room overlooking Lake Lanier. Finished basement includes full bath, rec area, 2nd kitchen. Easy walk to SS boat dock w/ party deck. Deep, big water, rip rap on shoreline. Easy to show. Call for quick appt.

UNDER T AC CONTR Hardy Rd Tract 1 11.65 acres with 3 docks.

$1,457,500

D L O S 5BR/4.5BA Lake Lanier home in Chattahoochee Country Club with dock.

$1,200,000

D L O S 5BR/4BA Lake Lanier estate with boat dock.

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Lake Lanier Fishing Report

A sampling of fishing information and tips from area experts Lake level: Full Clarity: Clear Temperature: 70s

or a lavender head to these fish.

The fish are just scattered. There are still plenty of fish around the brush in the 15- to 30-foot range Bass fishing but also on the humps and long Bass fishing on Lake Lanier points. As the bait moves, so do has been up and down. When it’s these fish. up the fishing is great with lots of The Dropshot has been a top water action. When it’s down steady producer around the brush they just seem to have lockjaw. with the Prism Shad and Blue Oddly the weather doesn’t Lily being the most consistent seem to be the deciding factor. colors for the week.

There are many areas on the lake The shallow bite is picking up showing signs of the turnover. If on secondary points and docks in you are in an area that the water pockets. A 3/16ths Spotsticker looks brackish or you smell sulfur with a Green Pumpkin Speed you should move to a different Vibe worm or a watermelon trick area. worm is drawing the majority of The bass are definitely follow- the strikes. ing the shad into the creeks now As the turnover finishes and and will continue to do so with the water temperature continues cooler temperatures. There are to drop look for the top water acstill a lot of fish schooling across tivity to get stronger. the lake throughout the day.

This report is by Phil Johnson, Sebile’s, Spooks, Chug bugs pjohnson15@hotmail.com, 770 and Flukes are good choices for 366-8845. these fish. The key is to hit right on them while they are up feedStriper fishing ing. The Spot Choker underspin Stripers are moving north on with a white Fluke junior has also the river channel. Using your been very effective on these fish electronics, locate the bait and recently. I’m throwing the 3/8th any structural change in the botsize with either a white pearl head tom and drop down lines 30 to 40

feet deep using blue back herring.

A weighted flat line trolled at .05 mph and down lines are good choices.

Keep your favorite top water handy because when they come up you might get a couple of cast at the most so be ready.

This report is by Buck Cannon, Buck Tails Guide Service. Call 404 510-1778.

Crappie fishing Minnows are the first choice of the crappie in recent days with a 70/30 ratio, minnows to jigs.

The jigs I had success with were dark blue over silver or dark purple with a chartreuse tail.

I am setting the minnows 8-10 feet over shallow brush. Look for covered docks that have brush under or nearby. A good depth range would be 20 to 30 feet of water and near a main channel.

Use your electronics locate structure or bush piles. Crappie love the shade so cast into the shadows.

When dock shooting the biggest fish are usually the first to bite. Let your jig sink and give it time to get down to the fish and

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Being tough - the business of life is the acquisition of memories Ok, so you are a tough guy.

You go fishing and hunting no matter what the weather: cold, windy, wet, dark, it does not matter. Good for you, you are probably under 40. I once was, and was a tough guy too, about fishing and hunting anyway.

I was thinking about some of the trips I have endured. Take note of the word “endured.” Of course, I wasn’t alone, no sir, I always had a partner, most of the time just as determined. You don’t do this kind of stupid stuff alone.

Once in the late ’60s, I was in my 20s, a good fishing and hunting friend since high school, and now a gun store owner, Rick Hobbins and I stopped at one of the seepage ponds deep in South Georgia. These are natural ponds that surfaced when Lake Seminole backed up and the water table began to rise. We had been at the lake for four miserable days during February and thought a few hours more on the water would be in order.

We rented a small wooden jon boat at the bait store. Get this picture now – 36-degrees, raining, windy, only one little wooden paddle and not a single bite. The water was about five inches deep

How could I leave out the infamous Griffin, Georgia duck pond O’Neill adventure? 6 degrees! Good Williams grief! We had to break through two inches of ice to wade out O’Neill thigh deep. We had no duck blind Outside so we thought that a soggy wade into the trees would hide us.

Painful indeed! I believe one duck flew by. At least someone said they heard one. I was too n MORE INFO: cold to hear anything over chatwww.oneilloutside.com tering teeth. I forgot my partner’s name, but not the hunt. It was 55 in the boat and rising fast. Back then, we wore only rain ponchos, years ago.

Gotta mention a day at had no boots, only tennis shoes.

Brigadoon Lodge on the Soque What a couple of dummies. We did not have any fancy gear. After River in North Georgia. Six of us ventured forth for a well-planned about four hours, we gave it up, thoroughly soaked, cold and fish- mountain trout excursion. It was less. That was over 50 years ago, 8 degrees when we pulled up to the stream, about the time of the but I remember it well. first cast into the gin-clear water It was during one of the old as we waded into the river curves, Georgia Bass Anglers tournaa fast flowing stream with a temments, in January of 1979, at Lake Hartwell way up in the cor- perature of 34, it started snowing, ner of North Georgia. I was in the big floaty flakes the size of quarpoints lead for the championship ters.

Should we leave and call it off, at the time so “I just had to go.” after all who could have predicted Forty seven boats went out that this? Heck no, stick with it, make morning. It was 3 degrees. The high that day was 9 and the wind a cast to two. Of course, in due gusted to 30 mph. My partner and time, the line was freezing in the I never caught a fish, although he guides and we all were walking snowmen. That truck sure was claimed a bite later in the day. I warm later. could not possibly forget that.

Creating another memory.

By the time you read this, I’ll be 77 years old. WOW. Damn, what happened? Tell you what though, I don’t recall many days at the office or on the road selling all those years ago, but I sure do remember those days mentioned above and the thousands or so many more days afield; sometimes painful but always worth the effort.

You’ll have to pardon me now, this Fall we’re headed for Montana and a muzzleloader sheep hunt at 12,000 feet. Cold, no air to breathe, windy and, with these old football knees surgically repaired over 60 years ago, with the right one now totally replaced with platinum, painful. No matter,

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still have the need to give it a try.

See what I mean? Building memories! That’s what you will carry with you if you just test yourself. I loved those days, always will. Now, go get some for yourself. You’re not so tough. I know what you are doing, just gathering up conversation for the fireside when you are too old to go anymore. Remember that the business of life is the acquisition of memories.

Like now!

O’Neill Williams has been a television, radio and print personality for more than 40 years and more recently has added podcasts and video on demand to his repertoire.

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Wrapping up the 33rd Annual Shore Sweep at the LLA office includes putting away piles of gear, collecting site stats, moving boxes back to storage for next year, redistributing T-shirts and much more.

Cleaning up after Shore Sweep is a lot like setting up to do it all again next year, for Shore Sweep 34. Doing this always makes me think of Santa’s elves on December 26th. We can’t help but to breathe a huge sigh of relief and think “yay, lots of trash collected and no one got hurt!”

The big difference is unlike Santa’s Elves, we don’t actually do the work. All of you do. The volunteers. The ones that show up early on the morning of Shore Sweep, roll up their sleeves and get to work. Without every one of you that moved a float, drove a boat, picked up a bottle, walked a shoreline, threw it in a dumpster and most importantly, Captained a site by helping to lead the volunteers - without ALL of you, Shore Sweep doesn’t happen.

The final weight of trash collected is truly amazing and speaks for itself. This accomplishment does not happen without many, many people working with just one common goal, to clean the lake. Shore Sweep is truly a volunteer event and a labor of love for our Lanier… Thank you. ~ Bonny Putney Chair of Shore Sweep, LLA Vice President of Operations

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Tips for preparing your boat to face old man winter Last fall a friend told me he had recently paid $150 to have his boat winterized and was wondering what the fellow did. He keeps it in dry storage, so we went over and checked it out. Antifreeze seemed to have been run through the engine but that was all. The air cleaner hadn’t been touched so the cylinders had not been fogged, and the oil had obviously not been changed. Now I don’t want to disparage the many mechanics who do a good job, but I feel my buddy got ripped off.

Add this to the fact that I have been accused of being “overly thrifty.” But let’s face it: I’m cheap. I just get annoyed to have to work for three hours to pay someone to work for one hour doing something I could have done in the first place. Anyone who’s taken their car back to the dealer for an oil change knows what I’m talking about. Anyway, I hope this will be the difference between me being an old man sailing around in his sailboat and riding around in his sports car or me being an old man riding around on a bicycle and eating dogfood!

At my family’s marina up north, we pulled about 50 boats a

my fuel (this includes diesel). Just follow the instructions on the Vinnie package. This is especially imporMendes tant for winter storage when drastic changes in temperature cause On the condensation in the tank. Topping Water off your tank for the winter will minimize this problem. On an outboard I disconnect the fuel line and let the motor run out of fuel year out of the water for winter so there is no more left in the carstorage and all of them had to be buretor. Then open the drain plug winterized. This was long before in the float bowl, which will also the internet and things are a lot drain out any remaining fuel and easier now. You can probably get water and dirt that has accumuon YouTube and find a tutorial on lated over the summer. how to winterize your specific enFreezing gine and I recommend you do Wet storage: Here on the lake that. It’ll save you all kinds of we are in luck. The lake has never work. frozen in the 30 odd years I’ve However, I’ll just go over been here, even though the air some of the basics: temperature has dipped well Fuel: I NEVER burn fuel con- below freezing on many occataining ethanol in anything that sions. HOWEVER, even if the air will be sitting for a while. This in- temp is way below freezing, your cludes not only boats but chain boat is surrounded by comparasaws, lawn mowers, pressure tively warm water (maybe 40 dewashers etc. Ethanol absorbs grees F) so the temperature in water and tends to gum up carbu- your engine compartment is not retors and injectors. (Non-ethanol as cold as the outside air. I occafuel is available at many gas stasionally use my sailboat in the tions around the lake and all the wintertime for things such as the fuel docks.)

New Year’s Day Poker Run, so I I also add a fuel stabilizer such simply hang a 60-watt lightbulb as marine grade “Sta-Bil” to all in the engine compartment when

the weather threatens to dip below freezing. This has always been sufficient to keep the engine above 32 degrees.

If you have an outboard motor, the owner’s manual probably tells you to keep the lower unit in the water in freezing conditions because the metal is a good conductor of heat and transfers the heat from the relatively warm water up the shaft to the rest of the engine.

Dry storage: Of course, the above does not apply if you don’t have power at the dock or dry store your inboard. Then you will have to run antifreeze through the cooling system. The easiest way to do this is close the through hull fitting on the raw water intake, remove the hose and pour nontoxic marine antifreeze into it until you can see the color change in the water coming out of your exhaust (this might require a helper).

Then reconnect the hose and you are set for the season. (Don’t forget to open the raw water intake before you start the engine next spring. A note taped to your instrument panel might help remind you.)

If you dry store your outboard, make sure you cycle it until all the water is out of the system in-

cluding the water pump.

Remember to take out the plug in the stern and don’t forget to put it back in next spring. Let the joke be on someone else next year! A winter cover might be a good idea to keep leaves, pine straw, etc. out.

Don’t forget the head and your freshwater system if you have one. I always drain the freshwater system and add nontoxic antifreeze to the head after pumping out the holding tank. Pump it through to protect the hoses.

Now is also a good time to inspect the hoses clamps and impeller. Anything you do now will save time in the spring.

Oil: During the summer, corrosive acids and other things build up in your oil, so you should change it before putting the boat up for any length of time.

You can get an inexpensive hand pump from any auto parts store.

Make sure you dispose of the used oil properly. Most marinas and all county recycling centers have used oil collection points.

When removing the oil filter, make sure the gasket comes out with the filter. If it is stuck in the engine, the new filter will not seat See Mendes, page 17

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By Pamela A. Keene On the final weekend of September, the Freedom Waters Foundation brought together more than 450 veterans, youngsters with life-threatening illnesses/special needs and their families, plus boaters and volunteers to experience Lake Lanier.

“As our first-ever event at Port Royale Marina, we are overwhelmed by the participation by the families and volunteers alike,” said Debby Frenkel, executive director of the Naples, Floridabased non-profit. “It far exceeded our expectations and we are so thrilled that we will be back at Lake Lanier and Port Royale again next year for our second annual event.”

The two-day event focused on taking veterans and their families out for boat rides on the lake on Friday; Saturday’s event hosted children with life-threatening illnesses/special needs and their families. Each day, after the morning boat rides, participants and volunteers were treated to a barbecue lunch at Port Royale Marina cooked by Where the BBQ. “We were thrilled with the number of people from the com-

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munity who volunteered, either bringing and captaining their boats or by supporting our landbased activities,” Frenkel said.

“And now that we have done this event, more people – both participants and volunteers – will know about us and support us next year.”

Several people provided rides on their signature boats. Jim Payne brought his 35-foot Fountain Executioner “Khaleesi,” equipped with two 496HOs at 425 horsepower each. David Thayer gave rides in his classic Packard. Taylor and Katie Grimsley provided outings on their, 30foot Sea Queen “Miracle” built

by Vic Franck in 1928.

The event raised through sponsorships totaled $37,500 to support the work of the Freedom Waters Foundation on Lake Lanier.

Participants and volunteers thanked the organizers: “Thank you so much for all you and your organization did on behalf of my comrades and their families,” said one veteran. “It was a muchneeded break for all to enjoy and recharge our souls and knowing that others care enough to put forth efforts and action to show their gratitude for those that did serve.”

“We were matched with a really great couple and the young veteran really wanted to learn more about boating and fishing,” said volunteer boat owner Mark Mason. “I would love to teach him and his wife and we know we have some new

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A tender moment during the Freedom event on Lanier.

friends. Thank you for doing all that you do to make this happen.”

Lekotek of Georgia connected children with disabilities and their families to the Freedom Waters Foundation’s activity.

“This was the best-ever event in our 38-year history,” said Helene Prokesch, who founded Lekotek and serves as its executive director. “I was delighted to see so many of our kids with physical disabilities participating and benefiting from the event.

This is truly what it’s all about.”

Frenkel said that plans are already in the works for an event at Port Royale and Lanier in 2022.

“So many of our participants had never been on a boat before,” Frenkel said. “You could just see how much they enjoyed the day from all the smiles and hugs taking place. It was simply amazing.”

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Continued from Page 16 properly, and you will pump oil all over your bilge. Also, it’s a good idea to fill the filter with oil before putting it on. Otherwise, you will have to run the engine for a bit to fill the filter then top off your oil. (The filter usually holds about a pint of oil.)

You’ll want to get the oil warm to make it easier to pump so run the engine a bit before putting in the antifreeze.

For a two cycle outboard, there is no crankcase oil involved, but changing the lower unit oil is recommended. Remember to clean off the magnetic drain plug each time.

I’m afraid I don’t have any ex-

perience with four cycle outboards, so just follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Upper cylinder lubrication: You want to lubricate the upper cylinders before winter storage. Just remove the air cleaner and spray “fogging oil” (available at most auto stores and West Marine) into the carburetor until the engine stalls or at least sputters.

In small outboards you can just remove the spark plugs and squirt some oil into each cylinder.

Turn the engine over a few times before replacing the plugs. Now might be a good time to put in new plugs. Diesel engines don’t

have to be fogged.

All of the above are not hard and fast rules, they are just what I’ve been doing for years, and it seems to have worked pretty well.

Remember to use internet tutorials as a resource and follow manufacturer’s directions. If you do get into something that’s too much for you, call in a professional.

Good luck and smooth sailing!

Mendes has been sailing all his life and on Lake Lanier for the past 25 years. His family owns a marina/bar/restaurant so he has plenty of real life experiences to draw from. His favorite line: “You can’t make this stuff up.”

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Burton Trout Hatchery re-opens after renovation The Burton Trout Hatchery is one of three state-operated trout hatcheries that helps produce over one million fish each year for stocking in public waters, and it recently completed a major two year-long renovation that will ultimately provide tremendous value to anglers and others, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division.

“We are so excited to get this renovated facility open so we can get back to the business of raising quality trout to better serve the angling public,” said trout program coordinator John Lee Thomson.

The hatchery, originally built around 1938, was in need of renovation due to crumbling hatchery raceway walls, lack of climatecontrolled facilities to house trout food, insufficient equipment storage space and dilapidated offices.

Additionally, one of the most critical issues – drought – was able to be addressed. In extreme drought years, fish would have to be moved to another facility or even stocked prematurely, impacting both the stocking program and trout anglers.

Renovations include a new trout production building, office building, residence, warehouse, and a climate-controlled feed storage building, an oxygen injection system, new dam/water intake and repaving the parking area and boat ramp. In addition, new technology was incorporated into the design allowing nearly 100 percent of the water flowing from the circular tanks to be cleaned and reused in downstream raceways, further enhancing Burton’s new droughtresistant operating system.

Funding for the hatchery renovation was derived from bond

funds, trout license plate sales funds and Sport Fish Restoration Fund monies.

Anglers support the operation of the hatchery through their fishing license purchase and through the Sport Fish Restoration Fund by paying taxes on items like fishing equipment and boat fuel.

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Circular tanks at the new hatchery, left.

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Preparing for a ‘cringe-worthy’ month Hope you enjoyed the incredible weather we had in October. It’s one of my favorite months of the year. Now, I begin to cringe as we head into November.

Here in Georgia, we have two severe storm seasons. You know how severe storms and tornadoes ramp up in March and April. They also ramp up here in November, although not quite as intense as the spring outbreaks.

The last significant November tornado occurred on November 30, 2016. There was an approaching cold front and a strong southerly wind with strong windshear. I was watching our Storm Tracker 2 HD radar, which has the ability to “see the wind.” There is a mode on the radar called “Velocity.” I can see the wind going toward the radar colored in green. Wind moving away from the radar is colored red. My rule is, “When green meets red, get under the bed.”

The radar was lighting up with lots of greens and reds. Catoosa County got the first warning. Then it was Carroll, Cobb, north Atlanta, southern Forsyth County, not too many miles from Buford Dam. The next twister touched down in Commerce.

By the time it was all said and done, six tornadoes of EF 0 or EF 1 strength had

ripped across our area.

Damage was considerable but no one was seriGlenn ously hurt.

Burns The frequency of severe storms and tornadoes has been increasing Lanier over the past decade, so Outlook much so that, Gov. Brian Kemp, in coordination with the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency and the National Weather Service, is declaring Nov. 6, as Georgia’s Fall Severe Weather Preparedness Day. It’s an opportunity to provide everyone with information and help educate them on how to better prepare for severe weather.

In support of this day, many schools and businesses will be conducting their own severe weather exercise/tornado test which will be triggered by the NOAA Weather Radio’s Routine Weekly Test. All six National Weather Service Forecast Offices will issue this special routine weekly radio test simultaneously across the state around 9:30 a.m.

I hope you continue to enjoy our fall weather but make sure you have a way to stay informed as the cold fronts, which will get stronger and stronger this month, plow into the Southeast.

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

LAKE LANIER WATER LEVELS MAR 1 1069.78 2 1069.69 3 1069.66 4 1069.64 5 1069.68 6 1069.69 7 1069.70 8 1069.62 9 1069.63 10 1069.66 11 1069.66 12 1069.62 13 1069.67 14 1069.68 15 1069.64 16 1069.72 17 1069.85 18 1070.08 19 1070.21 20 1070.25 21 1070.31 22 1070.20 23 1070.10 24 1070.00 25 1070.33 26 1071.41 27 1071.63 28 1071.63 29 1071.53 30 1071.45 31 1071.66 AV 1070.17 MAX 1071.66 MI 1069.62

APR 1071.75 1071.66 1071.65 1071.63 1071.52 1071.41 1071.30 1071.24 1071.16 1071.32 1071.40 1071.35 1071.33 1071.27 1071.27 1071.26 1071.28 1071.30 1071.28 1071.21 1071.10 1071.00 1070.98 1071.33 1071.49 1071.45 1071.39 1071.34 1071.28 1071.24

MAY

1071.27 1071.30 1071.49 1071.79 1072.00 1072.05 1071.87 1071.86 1071.88 1071.97 1072.01 1071.97 1072.01 1071.65 1071.42 1071.27 1071.15 1071.09 1071.03 1070.96 1070.87 1070.89 1070.82 1070.62 1070.56 1070.50 1070.38 1070.34 1070.28 1070.23 1070.17 1071.34 1071.25 1071.75 1072.05 1070.98 1070.17

JUN 1069.94 1069.96 1069.89 1069.63 1069.59 1069.52 1069.45 1069.43 1069.38 1069.41 1069.42 1069.43 1069.44 1069.41 1069.34 1069.31 1069.26 1069.25 1069.46 1069.59 1069.71 1069.77 1069.79 1069.78 1069.76 1069.75 1069.79 1069.79 1069.80 1069.80

JUL

1069.80 1069.83 1069.87 1069.85 1069.85 1069.81 1069.85 1069.83 1069.87 1069.92 1069.98 1070.00 1070.02 1070.04 1070.05 1070.06 1070.09 1070.16 1070.37 1071.34 1071.46 1071.38 1071.27 1071.24 1071.22 1071.17 1071.13 1071.05 1070.97 1070.95 1070.93 1069.59 1070.43 1069.96 1071.46 1069.25 1069.80

AUG

SEP

OCT

1070.95 1070.92 1070.94 1070.94 1071.00 1070.97 1070.97 1070.89 1070.87 1070.82 1070.79 1070.72 1070.65 1070.64 1070.63 1070.65 1071.77 1072.29 1072.44 1072.51 1072.51 1072.59 1072.50 1072.34 1072.15 1071.95 1071.76 1071.63 1071.49 1071.35 1071.56 1071.43 1072.59 1070.63

1071.80 1071.73 1071.77 1071.81 1071.83 1071.81 1071.76 1071.85 1071.80 1071.70 1071.71 1071.72 1071.65 1071.56 1071.54 1071.53 1071.46 1071.47 1071.48 1071.61 1071.79 1071.77 1071.75 1071.67 1071.65 1071.64 1071.53 1071.44 1071.38 1071.33

1071.28 1071.22 1071.21 1071.26 1071.46 1071.76 1072.20 1072.43 1072.53 1072.58 1072.58 1072.43 1072.24 1072.04 1071.82 1071.72 1071.65 1071.48 1071.38 1071.27 1071.17 1071.08 1071.04 1070.99 1070.90 1070.86

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Swim Across America Atlanta: Mission accomplished for Bunke

By Pamela A. Keene September’s Swim Across America at Lake Lanier Olympic Park proved that a fund-raising event is about more than bringing in dollars. It was the completion of a dream for Vicki Bunke, who swam in Swim Across America events across the country in 2021 in honor of her 14-year-old daughter Grace who died of an aggressive form of bone cancer in 2018. Bringing together more than 425 swimmers, including nine Olympians and one Paralympian, the event also saw 102 people swim in honor of Grace in 14 swims.

The $425,000 raised in 2021 brings the total raised by the Atlanta component of the national event to more than $2.5 million, money that will be used for the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

Bunke became the face of this year’s Atlanta swim. As organizers pulled together statistics from the event, here are some fun facts from Bunke’s journey in her own words: • Number of times I listened to “I’ll Take You Home” for inspiration on the tour: 43,214. This is the song written by Zac Brown Band member John Driscoll Hopkins, a family friend. A portion of the proceeds from downloads of the song are being donated to Swim Across America – Atlanta.

• Number of Speeches: 17 since I spoke or will speak twice in St.

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Louis, Seattle, and Atlanta.

• Number of times I was told ahead of time that I would be giving a speech: 5 • Number of different types of bodies of water: 6 (bay, river, ocean, sound, reservoir, lake) • Number of cups of coffee consumed to stay awake: 3,126 • Number of miles swum: 15.2 (all 1-mile events except the Larchmont 2K and 1.5 miles at Fairfield County and Kiawah Island) • Number of flights to participate in other 2021 Swim Across America events: 23

Drying off after the swim, above.

Swimmers gather at the starting line, right.

• Number of road trips: 4 (Tampa, Fairfield County, Boston, Kiawah) • Number of media interviews: 11 • Number of times I thought about Grace: I lost count at 100 million Swim Across America-Atlanta will return to Lake Lanier in September 2022. Registration is open to the public.

For information about Swim Across America-Atlanta, visit www.swimacrossamerica.org.

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Swimmers hit the water during Swim Across America at Lake Lanier.

By Pamela A. Keene Georgia’s most expensive single-family residence – located near Lake Lanier – is now the home base for a new Fox Entertainment television series.

Purchased this summer, the Milton Robson Farm and its nearly 450 acres at 3509 Tanner Mill Circle off Georgia 211 in Chestnut Mountain is the featured setting for a family drama about the country music industry.

“It’s my understanding that the property was purchased this summer and that shooting began in October,” said Stacey Dickson, president of the Lake Lanier Convention and Visitors Bureau. “Fox Entertainment is shooting a television series that will begin airing in January that’s sort of like ‘Dallas’ meets ‘Nashville.’ ” Entitled “Monarch,” the production will be shooting from October through next March.

Officials are looking for walkons, extras and background actors.

The show will kick-off with a two-night event beginning Sunday, January 30 following the NFC Championship.

Hall County is part of the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s Camera-Ready program that helps communities learn to work with filmmakers and identify potential locations.

Dickson said that Fox Entertainment found the property on its own. Its proximity to Atlanta and the large amount of acreage contributed to the selection.

Georgia was recognized as the top location in the world for filmmaking in 2017, according to FilmLA with $9.5 billion in economic impact. That year, more than 320 films and TV shows were shot in Georgia, resulting in $2.7 billion in direct spending.

The property, developed by

businessman Milton Robson, features a 10,000-square-foot custom home, plus a climatecontrolled 40,000-square-foot steel building barn that housed his muscle-car collection. According to a 2018 report in the Atlanta Business Chronicle, the home was listed at $16.5 million in 2018, making it the most expensive home in Georgia. When the article was published, the next two most expensive residences in Georgia were a home in Sea Island for $14.95 million and another in Atlanta for $14.7 million.

The Robson farm sold for $15.5 million in mid-August.

“An investment of this magnitude is great anywhere in the state, and we are so happy that Fox Entertainment has chosen Hall County for this new production,” Dickson said. “We hope that it will be here for a long time.”

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Please call or visit website prior to your trip. o Nov. 2, Dec. 7 – Virtual Science Night, 7-8 p.m., at Elachee Nature Science Center, Gainesville. Free. Sept. 7 – Mammals; Oct. 5 – The Fluvial Geomorphology of Rivers and Streams in the Southeastern U.S.; Nov. 2 – Amphibian Foundation and the Southeastern Species of Concern; Dec. 7 – Georgia’s Spiders. Pre-registration required to receive the online meeting login credentials. Virtual Event. www.elachee.org. Info: 770-535-1976. o Nov. 19, 20 – The 5th Annual Christmas Market at North Hall Community Center at 4175 Nopone Rd., Gainesville. Holiday décor, crafts, jewelry, clothing, and more. Times: noon-9 p.m., Nov. 19; 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Nov. 20.

Free. Info: 770-535-8280. o Nov. 27 – Saturday Card Workshop offered at 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Hall County Library System, Gainesville Branch, 127 Main St. NW. Patricia Anderson will provide inspiration, expertise, tools and materials helping attendees create individual pieces of art.

Info: 770-532-3311, Ext. 4011. o Dec. 4 – Holiday Calligra-Fair held 1:304:30 p.m. in the Gainesville Branch Meeting Room at Gainesville Branch Library, 127 Main St., Gainesville. Check out all things Calligraphy when members of the local guild Friends of the Alphabet demonstrate their craft. Visitors try their hand at personalizing cards and labels in time for the holiday season. There will be kits to take home. Info: 770-532-3311, X4011.

Brenau University o Nov. 4-6 –Liminality, an evening of dance concert held at 7:30 p.m. in Pearce Auditorium.

Admission: $10; Seniors, students and children under 12, $5. Brenau students with ID, free.

o Nov. 7 – Gospel Choir Concert at 6 p.m. in John S. Burd Center for the Performing Arts.

Under the direction of Portia Burns, the choir performs their annual fall concert. Free. o Nov. 15 – Holiday Season in Song, 7:30 p.m., presented at Hosch Theatre at the John S. Burd Center. The university’s Department of Music will be showcasing the choral ensembles – Vocal Chamber Ensemble, the Gospel Choir and Spectrum Singers. Free.

Visitors must complete Covid-19 screening checklist prior to arrival on campus.

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Buford Community Center o Nov. 5, 6 – Liverpool Legends perform in Sylvia Beard Theatre at 8 p.m. presenting a “Complete Beatles Experience.” The four talented musicians and actors were hand-picked

by Louise Harrison, sister of George Harrison of the Beatles. The songs span the entire career of The Beatles and through the solo years.

Tickets: $30-$35. o Nov. 12 – The Malpass Brothers perform in Sylvia Beard Theatre at 8 p.m. present music steeped in the legacy of the Louvin Brothers, Johnny Cash, Hank Williams Sr. and more.

Count on classic, real country. Tickets: $30-$35. o Dec. 3 – Mike Farris Sings! The Soul of Christmas presented at 8 p.m. in Sylvia Beard Theatre. Farris, along with his world-class 13piece band, delivers everything wanted in a Christmas show—high energy soul, classic ballads and surprises. Tickets: $35-$45.

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Clarkesville’s Historic Habersham Community Theater o Dec. 2-5, 9-12 – A Christmas Carol presented by HCT is a fresh approach to the classic tale. On Christmas Eve in 1843, friends and family gathered at Dickens’ home ask him to

tell a story, but he refuses to work on Christmas Eve. Instead, each must take a part in its telling, so as the story unfolds the cast of 10 plays more than 40 parts.

Info: 706-839-1315; www.habershamtheater.org Dahlonega’s Historic Holly Theater o Nov. 4-7 – Beauty and the Beast, The Broadway Musical, based on Disney’s Beauty and the Beast includes all the favorite songs from the film along with new ones written specifically for the stage. Times: 8 p.m., Thurs./Fri./Sat.; 2 p.m., Sun. Tickets: $25 adults; $15, students and military. o Nov. 12 – A Bob Seger Tribute presented at 8 p.m. by the Mainstreet band that recreates a Seger evening with many favorites. Tickets: $35, $27. o Nov. 27 – Katie Deal’s Holly Dolly Christmas features Deal and her five-piece Nashville band celebrating the spirit of Dolly Parton and her music. Times: 2 p.m./7:30 p.m. Tickets: $35, $27. o Dec. 3-5, 9-12, 16-19 – Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn tells the story of Jim, who leaves show business behind to settle down on his farmhouse in Connecticut to quickly discover life isn’t the same without a bit of song and dance. Together with a friend they turn the farmhouse into a fabulous inn with performances to celebrate each holiday. Times: 8 p.m., Thurs./Fri./Sat.; 2 p.m., Sun.; 1 p.m., Dec. 19.

Tickets: $25, adults; $15, students and military.

Info: 706-530-5162; www.hollytheater.com Gainesville Theatre Alliance o Nov. 12-19 – “9-5” presented in UNG’s Ed Cabell Theatre. Tickets on sale Oct. 18.

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Lake Lanier Islands Resort o Nov. 19-Feb.27 – Snow Island opens. Snow

tubings, ice skating, carnival rides and warmups with s’mores and hot cocoa and shop in Santa’s workshops. Times vary. Winter-season pass on sale buy tickets online.

Nov. 20-Feb. 27 – Lakeside Lights Spectacular on Snow Island offers a magical walk through an amazing lighting extravaganza with festive music.

Info: 770-945-8787; www.lanierislands.com.

Northeast Georgia History Center o Nov. 2 – LOFI History, a production of the Cottrell Digital Studio at 4:30 p.m., is a fun and interactive “ask a historian” program with historians Glen Kyle and Marie Walker plus host Libba Beaucham. Watch on YouTube, Facebook or Twitch. Links: YouTube – bit/ly/negahcyoutube; Facebook – facebook.com/negahc; Twitch – twitch.tv/lofi_history. o Nov. 10 – We Can Do It: The Women of WWII, a free livestream at 2 p.m. Women served essential roles during World War II both in uniform and on the home front. Learn about the different roles women served in this free livestream program hosted by military historian Glen Kyle. This program will feature historic character portrayals based on the real experiences of women who served. Watch on YouTube or Facebook. o Nov. 12 – Books & Bites: An Hour with Karen White, an onsite event at noon at NEGHC. Enjoy an hour with White as she returns to the house on Tradd Street for one last time in her seventh and final book in the series.

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Piedmont University o Nov. 2 – Piedmont Conservatory Strings performs, 7:30-8:30 p.m., in the Chapel, 992 See Calendar, page 43

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By Jane Harrison Last Thanksgiving may not have been the large traditional ‘round the table gathering my family usually has, but the 2020 ‘round the campfire alternative Thanksgiving was certainly one of our most memorable. When the pandemic shut down the annual feast for 25-plus at my now 90year-old mother’s house near Marietta, three of us looked to the woods for a return to sanity and solace.

When my son, daughter-inlaw, and I rolled down the gravel forest service road to Wildcat Creek Campground, we found what we were looking for. On that sunlit Thanksgiving morning, the vacant primitive campground near Clayton sparkled with the stark beauty of freshly fallen brown leaves beneath bare trees.

Worn-wood picnic tables, charred fire rings, a basic privy, and flat ground for tents awaited our spread beside a clear rushing creek. We were the first scouts surveying the dozen or so campsites on a quiet semi-circle driveway at Campground #1. Why look more?

Prior to setting out, we dryrubbed turkey legs with my son’s

But before zipping up for the evening, the feast! I set the table with the finest Chinet paper plates and Native American-themed cloth napkins from home. We plated the hot drumsticks and sides and basked in thanksgiving

for the joy of simplicity in the woods. Good conversation underneath the early evening sky enhanced the tasty meal. A card game or two by lantern-light ended the near perfect day. All See Outdoors, page 40

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Lakeside outdoor columnist Jane Harrison and son Bert Harrison choose a Thanksgiving 2020 campsite at Wildcat Creek.

“spice master” powder and preroasted them a bit. We added diced butternut squash and homemade cornbread dressing to the aluminum pan with the drumsticks. We sliced a bundle of Brussel sprouts for greenery, jellied some cranberries and ginger, and baked a pumpkin pie for dessert. That was it, all ready for the campfire.

With cook-time reduced to a fraction of the normal household holiday marathon, we had time for a hike before lighting a fire.

The six-mile trek on nearby mountain trails – no one else in sight – kindled an appetite. Soon, burning wood crackled and smoke rose from our fire ring.

The covered entre pan warmed on the iron grate. Brussel sprouts sizzled in a pot on a camp stove.

Seasonal brews were popped open.

Earlier we had set up our tents and rolled out the sleeping bags for a chilly night. Darkness would fall early and temperatures would dip into the low 40s.

Those considering a camp-out Thanksgiving are advised to plan early, especially if looking for a campsite at a Georgia State Park. Last year many holiday celebrants discovered the lure of the great outdoors and may be back for more. Here are some suggestions for selecting a site: • Georgia State Parks: As of mid-October, the following state parks still had tent sites available. Some also had RV\ sites. Book soon at www.gastateparks.org.

- Don Carter State Park on Lake Lanier - Vogel State Park - Black Rock Mountain State Park - Tallulah Gorge State Park • River Forks Park in Hall County was still accepting Thanksgiving reservation in mid-October at www.hallcounty.org/facilities.

• US Forest Service: Campsites in Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest are first-come only. Thanksgiving campers are advised to get there early. Campsites may fill up the long weekend after Thanksgiving, however early arrivals on Thanksgiving Day or the day before may find vacant campgrounds. Check www.fs.usda.gov to learn more about forest service campsites and road conditions. As of mid-October, Wildcat Creek Campground was closed due to road issues.

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Outdoor Activity Calendar See Don Carter State Park Facebook page for park activities. o Skateboard Lessons, Gainesville. Parks & Recreation Dept. lessons for ages 6-12, 5:306:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Nov. 2-30; ages 13-up Thursdays Nov. 4-Dec. 2, Gainesville Skate Park, 636 SW High St. City residents $100, others $135. Register in advance. www.gainesville.org. o Virtual Science Night. Learn about the Amphibian Foundation and animals of concern in the Southeast, Zoom program by Elachee Nature Science Center, 7-8 p.m. Nov. 2. Register at www.elachee.org. o Bird Inspired Gardens, Gainesville. Join master ornithologist Georgann Schmalz for bird watching and tips for about native plant perennials that attract birds, 10 a.m.-noon Nov. 5, Gainesville Garden of the Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1911 Sweet Bay Dr. Register in advance. $34, $29 members. www.atlantabg.org., 404-888-4760. o Team Ezra 1-Mile/5K, Braselton. 7:45/8 a.m. Nov. 6, Braselton Bros. Department Store, 9924 Davis St. $30-$35. www.runnersfit.com. o Pink and Blue Dash 5K, Gainesville. 8:30 a.m. Nov. 6, Riverside Military Academy, 2001 Riverside Dr. $35-$40. www.runnersfit.com. o Dogs on the Run 5K, Cumming. Dogs with humans race and humans only race, 9 a.m. Nov. 6, North Forsyth High School, 3645 Coal Mountain Rd. $27-$35. www.fivestarntp.com. o Farm Animal Fun Day, Emory Jones Book Signing, Sautee Nacoochee. Learn about livestock kept at historic farm and about local author’s Emory Jones latest book, “Cunningham and Other Pigs I have Known,” 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Nov. 6, Hardman Farm Historic Site, 143 Hwy 17. $6, free to children younger than 6. www.gastateparks.org, 706-878-1077.

o Cumming Marathon/Half-Marathon/5K. 7:15/7:30/8 a.m. Nov. 7, Cumming Fairgrounds, 235 Castleberry Rd. $40-$110. www.runnersfit.com. o Anna Ruby Falls to Farm Van Tour, Sautee Nacoochee. Guided tour through history on farm estate, includes lunch at Unicoi’s Smith Tavern and Hardman Farm tour, for ages 16 and older, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 8, Hardman Farm Historic Site, Hardman Farm Historic Site, 143 Hwy 17. $85. www.gastateparks.org, 706-878-1077. o Gainesville Chicken Festival. Chicken cook-off, music, entertainment, recycled art market, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 8, Lake Lanier Olympic Park, 3105 Clarks Bridge Rd. Free to attend, $6 for cook-off samples. www.gainesville.org. o Petit Le Mans & FOX Factory 120, Braselton. Car racing extravaganza includes 10-hour INMSA WeatherTech Championship finale plus vendors, food trucks, camping, kids’ activities, car corrals and more, Nov. 10-13, Road Atlanta, 5300 Winder Hwy. www.roadatlanta.com. o License to Chill Snow Island, Buford.

Snow tubing, ice-skating, snow play, carnival rides, fire pits and more, various hours Nov. 12Feb. 27, Margaritaville at Lanier Islands, 7650 Lanier Islands. $39.99-$159.99 family of four; season passes available. $20 gate fee per vehicle.www.margaritavilleresorts.com. o Run 4A Reason 5K, Duluth. 9 a.m. Nov. 13, Ordner Construction, 1600 Executive Dr. South. $35. www.active.com. o Fitness in the Parks, Gainesville. Phenomenal abdominal exercises with Wendy Peacock, 10-11 a.m. Nov. 13, Longwood Park, 20 Pearl Nix Pkwy. www.gainesville.org. o Whitewater Watch Hike, Tallulah Falls.

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Nov. 19, patio of Braselton Brothers Store, Davis St. www.braselton.net. o Full Moon Suspension Bridge Hike, Tallulah Falls. Mile and a half night hike down 310 stairs to suspension bridge over falls, 6 -7:30 p.m. Nov. 19, Tallulah Gorge State Park, 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Dr. $, plus $5 parking.

www.gastateparks.org, 706-754-7981. o Get Basted Turkey Trot, Cumming. 8 a.m.

Nov. 21, North Forsyth High School, 3645 Coal Mountain Dr. $21-$26. www.fivestarntp.com. o Gobble Wobble 10K/15K/5K, Cumming/Alpharetta. 15K/10K 7:15 a.m., 5K 8:45 a.m. Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 25, The Halcyon, 6365 Halcyon Way, Alpharetta. $40-$55. www.runnersfit.com. o Gwinnett Gobble Wobble 5K, Dacula. Untimed start 7:30 a.m., timed start 8:30 a.m.

Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 25, Little Mulberry Park, 3855 Fence Rd. $25-$30, families $95. www.active.com. o Limestone Shirt Factory 5K/10L/HalfMarathon, Gainesville. 8 a.m. Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 25, Riverside Military Academy, 2001 Riverside Dr. $35-$50, plus donation of at least 3 canned goods. www.runnersfit.com. o We Give Thanks 5K/4K, Clarkesville. 8/9 a.m. Nov. 25, Sam Pitts Park, Sam Pitts Circle. $25-$45. www.active.com. o Turkey Can Run 5K, Jefferson. 8 a.m.

Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 25, Jefferson First Baptist Church, 246 Washington St. $12-$15 plus donated canned good item. www.runnersfit.com. o Walk off that Turkey Hike, Tallulah Falls.

Ranger-led hike off the beaten trail includes rope-assisted climbing, 9 a.m.-noon Nov. 26, Tallulah Gorge State Park, 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Dr. Register in advance. 5$, plus $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org, 706-754-7981. o Beginner Archery, Tallulah Falls. Learn to shoot an arrow or improve your skills, 1-2:30 p.m. Nov. 27, Tallulah Gorge State Park, 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Dr. $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org, 706-754-7981.

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Joro spiders: Separating fact from fiction Rumors are rampant about the plethora of giant spider webs that have invaded Northeast Georgia.

The Joro spider, an oversized arachnid, weaves enormous webs that can span roads and driveways, create barriers along powerlines, and traverse spaces between trees.

If you’re a member of an online “Next Door” community, everyone has an opinion – sometimes two or more. “Kill them with wasp spray.” “Squash them.” “They’re poisonous.”

“They came to Northeast Georgia on a banana boat.” “They’re part of a conspiracy theory.” “They are killing other wildlife.”

So, what’s the truth? According to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, the big East Asian spiders were first documented in the United States in North Georgia in 2014. Their scientific name is “Trichonephila clavata” and their natural range is East Asia.

An article by Beth Gavrilles with the University of Georgia in UGA Today, written in October 2020, places the first sightings in Hoschton in 2013. Another UGA article says the were first seen

the lumbering armadillo that is making its way north from Pamela A. Florida and Texas, it may only be Keene a matter of time before the range of Joros expands.

Curb According to Byron Freeman, Appeal director of the Georgia Museum of Natural History, Joros are not a threat to humans. “All spiders have venom that they use to subdue prey,” he said in the article by n MORE INFO: Email: Gavrilles. “If you put your hand pam@pamelakeene.com in front of one and try to make it bite you, it probably will. But near Colbert. No matter when or they run if you disturb their web. where they officially arrived, They’re trying to get out of the probably on a shipping container, way.” experts say they are here to stay.

He said the best defense is to The females can be as large as use a broom to clear them out of 3 to 4 inches across; the males are the way, but that trying to elimimuch smaller and tend to hang nate them is like shoveling sand out at the sides of the web while on a beach. the females dominate the center.

Females have deep blue and They are carried by the wind as yellow bands on their legs; their they weave their webs, which are abdomen is red, yellow and black. really more of a bother than a true Similar to, and often confused threat to people, unless you’re with, the larger yellow garden arachnophobic. spider, sometimes called a writing Georgia Gardener Walter spider, or the banana spider with Reeves said they have been found its large black legs with brushin 23 Georgia counties, and a few like tufts, Joros are a species all in South Carolina. So far, these their own. The yellow garden spiare the only areas of the nation der and the banana spider are that have reported them. But, like both native to Georgia. The Joro

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A Joro spider is shown in the middle of its rain-drenched web.

is from East Asia.

The Joro have been especially active this fall, when their breeding season peaks. They also mature in the fall, reaching their largest size. As nocturnal creatures, they do their best work at night and as we move toward the end of the year, the nights are longer, giving them more time to weave.

Researchers have been trying to identify predators to Joros, and so far, mud daubers and some birds may target them. As far as a benefit of Joros, they capture and eat at least one harmful bug – adult brown marmorated stink bugs – that can harm crops.

The good news is that most of the Joros will die by the end of November, after the breeding season is over and the weather turns cold. But trying to eliminate them is useless.

Next spring they will be back, spinning their webs and hindering hikers, gardeners and people who spend time outdoors. In truth, they are really more of a nuisance than a serious threat.

Pamela A. Keene is senior writer for Lakeside News and a Hall County Master Gardener.

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Lake Lanier Marinas Info

n 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.

On-site eatery: Smokey Q BBQ Store hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat./Sun. Types of fuel: 90 Non-ethanol; diesel Price of fuel: (as of 10/20/21) $4.09; $3.09 diesel (Dock open 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs.-Mon. Closed Tues./Wed.) Security: 24/7 security, gated Additional amenities: Full-service department, parts department, boat body work and yacht repair.Boating supplies/commissary/dry goods/retail clothing.

n HOLIDAY MARINA Hours of operation: Office/Store/Dock, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days a week.

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 10/20/21): $4.79 premium; $4.79 unleaded; $3.89 diesel (5 percent discount with Westrec advantage membership) On-site eatery: The Twisted Oar Menu: Fresh seafood to savory chicken and steak Phone: 678 714-7572 Security: 24/7 Additional amenities: Boat rentals, repair service, pumpout station, boat sales, TowBoat US

LAZY DAYS n GAINESVILLE MARINA Hours of operation: Office/Dock, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days a week 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 10/20/21) $4.39 (Pay at pump until dark.)

On-site eatery: Skogies Menu: BBQ, seafood and American fare.

Phone: 678-450-1310 Security: 7 days a week Additional amenities: Parts department, land service shop, climate-controlled bath houses, pump-out stations, security 7 days a week/video surveillance. Sales of new, used and brokerage boats.

n HABERSHAM MARINA Hours of operation: Office/Dock, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days a week.

After Thanksgiving, hours will change to 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Mon.-Sat. Closed on Sunday.

Phone: 770-887-5432 Website: www.habershammarina.com Location: 2200 Habersham Marina Rd., Cumming Types of slips available: 600 slips for dry storage up to 28’ Store: Yes Types of fuel: 90 Recreational fuel, non-ethanol Price of fuel: (as of 10/20/21) $4.19 Security: Yes Additional amenities: Repair services, detailing and bottom cleaning. Also bathroom and shower facilities are available.

n HARBOR LANDING Hours of operation: Office/Dock, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Mon.-Thurs.; 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Fri.-Sun. Phone: 470 323-3465 Website: www.margaritavilleatlanierislands.com Location: 7650 Lanier Islands Pkwy.

Types of slips: Houseboats only. 18x60, 22x80 Types of fuel: Diesel, non ethanol Price of fuel: (as of 10/20/21) N/A non-ethanol; N/A diesel (Gas is not sold after 4:30 due to volume return of boats.)

On-site eatery: Various restaurants including Landshark, Cantina, Tiki Bar Security: 24/7 Additional amenities: Margaritaville, daily pontoon boat rentals (no overnights). Luxury houseboat program. Call for details.

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n LAZY DAYS (at Holiday on Lake Lanier) Hours of operation: Office/Dock, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days a week.

Phone: 770-945-1991 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 10/20/21) $4.69 regular; $3.69 diesel Security: 24/7 surveillance monitoring Full Service Department: Barefoot Boating, 770-820-5949 Boat Club: Carefree Boat Club, 678-725-0730 Additional Amenities: Bath house facility with individual private units. Trailer storage, dock carts, ice available, boat detailing service, free pump out for customers; Dry Stack-Boat Cloud smartphone app to control launch/retrieval of boat. Pre-Fueling service, wash racks; Wet Slips-gated/private parking, golf cart valet service, in-slip pump out,

n PORT OF INDECISION MARINA Hours of operation: Office, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days a week Phone: 470 323-3465 Website: www.margaritavilleatlanierislands.com Location: 7650 Lanier Islands Pkwy.

Store: Yes; only open on weekends.

Types of slips available: 14x32, 14x36, (254 units, up to 40’), all covered Types of fuel: non ethanol.

Price of fuel: (as of 10/20/21) N/A non-ethanol (Dock open 9 a.m.5 p.m., Sun.-Thurs.; 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Fri./Sat.) On-site eatery: Various restaurants including Landshark, Cantina, Tiki Bar Security: 24/7 Additional amenities: Margaritaville

n PORT ROYALE MARINA Hours of operation: Office, 8 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 106' totaling 815 slips & dry stack storage (521) for up to 39'.

Store: Service Store (Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Mon.-Fri.; 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Sat. Closed Sun. Ship Store (Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days a week.)

Types of fuel: 90 non-ethanol Price of fuel: (as of 10/20/21) $4.39 regular (Dock open 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days a week.) Pay at the pump closes same time as restaurant.

On-site eatery: Pelican Pete's Bar and Grill Menu: Burgers, sandwiches, salads, wings and more 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, houseboat rentals.

n SAFE HARBOR AQUALAND MARINA Hours of operation: Office/Leasing, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Mon.-Sat. Closed Sun. 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 Types of fuel: Non-ethanol, 90 octane Price of fuel: (as of 10/20/21) $4.69, members; $5.09 non-members (Dock/store open 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days a week.)

On-site eatery: Pig Tales Menu: BBQ, burgers, wings and more 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.

n SAFE HARBOR HIDEAWAY BAY MARINA Hours of operation: Office/Store/Dock - 8:30-5 p.m., 7 days a week.

Phone: 770-967-5500 Website: www.hideawaybaymarina.com Location: 6334 Mitchell St., Flowery Branch Types of slips available: Wet (510) Dry (150) Type of Fuel: 90 octane, non-ethanol Price of fuel: (as of 10/20/21) $4.79 On-site eatery: Fish Tales Lakeside Grille Menu: Grouper fingers, sandwiches, salads and more Security: 24/7 manned security Showroom: Atlanta Marine Additional amenities: Full Maintenance, Repair and Service on site: Harbor Marine & Associates. Bathhouse w/ locked showers and AC, laundry, pump out, trailer storage.

n SUNRISE COVE MARINA Hours of operation: Office/Store/Dock, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Wed.-Mon. Closed Tuesday.

Phone: 770-536-8599 Website: www.sunrisecovermarina.com Location: 5725 Flat Creek Rd., Gainesville Types of slips available: Uncovered-20-70'; Covered-24-50'; to include an exclusive 44' Sailboat Breakwater Dock. Total Wet Slips 688 and nine (9) Dry Storage Spaces (boats on trailer).

Store: Yes (Sandwiches and wraps only available in summer) Types of fuel: 90 recreational, non-ethanol Price of fuel: (as of 10/20/21) $4.79 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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• Outdoors Continued from Page 31 Corn Mazes, Harvest and Holiday Celebrations o Jaemor Farms 14th Annual Corn Maze/Pumpkin Patch, Alto.

10 a.m.-9 p.m. Nov. 6, 1-6 p.m. Nov. 7. 5340 Cornelia Hwy, Ga. 365. $14 ages 3 and older. Farm extravaganza with hayrides, apple cannon, pumpkin train, farm games, duck race, and more. www.jaemorfarms.com, 770869-3999, 770-335-0999. o Burt’s Farm, Dawsonville. Pumpkins galore, scenic hayrides, pumpkin

pies and seasonal decorations greet patrons at the Burt family farm near Amicalola Falls. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. through Nov. 10. See website for hayride information. Burts Farm Rd. No pets or firearms. www.burtsfarm.com. 706 265-3701. o Buford Corn Maze. Through Nov. 14. 6-10 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

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fordcornmaze.com. 678-835-7198. o Uncle Shucks Corn Maze/Pumpkin Patch, Dawsonville. Through Nov. 17. 4-10 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun. Corn maze, pumpkin patch, gem mining, kids’ activities, wagon rides, bonfire and more, 125 Bannister Rd. $15$25, free to children 4 and younger. www.uncleshucks.com, 770-7726223. o Margaritaville’s Lakeside Lights Spectacular, Buford. Stroll through lakeside holiday light show with traditional displays to high tech images, includes stops for s’more supplies and hot cocoa, plus Margaritavillethemed bars, Santa’s Tiki Bar and Tipsy Elf, 5 p.m. Nov. 12-Feb. 27. $9.99-$14.00. www.margaritavilleresorts.com. o Braselton Holiday Celebration.

Parade, tree lighting and more, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 20, Downtown Braselton. www.braselton.net. o Jingle Mingle, Gainesville. Music, kiddie train rides, carriage rides, photos with Santa, Lighting of the Chicken, 4-8 p.m. Nov. 20, Historic Gainesville Square, 301 Main St. www.gainesville.org. o Lighting of the Square/Old Fashioned Christmas, Dahlonega. Historic mountain town holiday festivities begin Nov. 26 with Lighting of the Square at 3:30 p.m. and continue with Santa visits, carriage

rides, live music and more through December. Christmas parade Dec. 11, Historic Downtown Dahlonega, www.dahlonegachristmas.com. o Holiday Tree Trail, Gainesville.

Holiday display of 6-foot Fraser firs decorated in nature themes by local businesses, families and organizations, Dec. 1-Jan. 2, Gainesville Garden of the Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1911 Sweet Bar Dr. Garden admission. www.atlantabg.org, 404-8884760. o Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm, Sautee Nacoochee. See historic farm mansion by candlelight in Victorian holiday décor, hear about traditions with docents dressed in 1870s garb, plus live music, Christmas tree contest, 4-7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays Dec. 3- Dec. 18, Hardman Farm Historic Site, 143 Hwy 17.

Adults: $12, youth (6-17): $7, children 5 and under: Free. Family rate (2 adults + their children) $40. www.gastateparks.org, 706-8781077. o Christmas at the Gorge, Tallulah Falls. See Santa, make crafts, enjoy snacks, 1-4 p.m. Dec. 4, Tallulah Gorge State Park, 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Dr. $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org, 706-7547981. o City of Cumming Christmas Festival. Christmas parade on Tribble Gap Road from Forsyth Central High

School to Cumming Fairgrounds, 5 p.m., fairgrounds holiday festivities 6-8 p.m. Dec. 4, Cumming Fairgrounds, 235 Castleberry Rd. www.cummingfair.squarespace.com. o Christmas at the Gorge, Tallulah Falls. See Santa, make crafts, enjoy snacks, 1-4 p.m. Dec. 4, Tallulah Gorge State Park, 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Dr. $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org, 706-7547981. o Christmas on Green Street, Gainesville. Annual parade, open house, holiday festivities, 4-7 p.m.

Dec. 5, Historic Green Street. www.gainesville.org.

- Compiled by Jane Harrison Please note: Some events may be postponed or canceled due to the COVID19 pandemic. Please call or visit website prior to your trip.

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that was missing was my daughter, on duty as a nurse at Grand Canyon National Park (What a gig!)

As I snuggled into my warm sleeping bag Thanksgiving night, I felt grateful that we realized the joy the outdoors gives freely to all who partake. Not everyone is aware of the blessings nature bestows.

This Thanksgiving, we may return to the folding tables in “the room” with a Franklin stove at my mother’s, where sometimes it’s difficult to carry on a meaningful conversation in the din of the crowd. Televised football games, or talk of them, add to the cacophony. I’ll be thankful we could all be there again, but I’ll be missing the woods.

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Some tips for ‘aging in place’ kitchen design

Aging in place design is an important feature for all parts of your home. Not only does it include doorways, ramps, and other ways to ease access to the home, but also bathroom and kitchen design. We’ve discussed aging in place design for bathrooms earlier in the year, so let’s focus on kitchen design for aging in place now.

The average kitchen is not typically designed well for functionality, let alone designed for someone planning to stay in their home as long as possible. Designing a kitchen for aging in place makes functionality front and center (but that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice beauty). One of the most important factors in making a kitchen more universally usable is clearance. Clearance means the distance between edges of countertops, walls, and appliances. As a general rule of thumb, clearance between these items should be a minimum of 36”; although ideally, a minimum of 42” (if space allows). For those in a wheelchair, there needs to be a little more clearance, or a minimum of 48”-52”. This allows for clear passage throughout the kitchen without getting caught on

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Along these same lines, it’s also important to have counter-depth appliances to maximize clearance.

When it comes to cabinets in an accessible kitchen, focus should be on the lower cabinets.

It’s best to have the lower cabinets as mostly, if not all, drawers.

Instead of the typical doors with shelves behind, this allows for easier access and organization. If you do have deep cabinet space below countertop level and your budget doesn’t allow to change them all out to drawers, you can look into adding roll-out shelving to give you better access. This will give you the ability to organize larger items like pots and pans

or dishes. Not only is it important to make lower cabinet space easier to access, but also to move everyday items like plates and bowls to a cabinet below countertop level. That way, you’re not constantly having to lift these items above shoulder level. For those in a wheelchair, a standard 36” countertop height may feel uncomfortable, as it is above the ideal 33-34” height per ADA requirements. If you are redesigning your kitchen completely, you could consider lowering the base and upper cabinets a couple of inches to a more comfortable height. If you need to work with the cabinetry that you have, look into having a carpenter convert the space just below counter level to pull-out trays, countertop, or cutting boards for some lower workspace.

Low maintenance surfaces are also an important feature of a kitchen designed for aging in place. Quartz countertops have beautiful colors and designs that give you a surface that is stain, heat, and chip resistant and doesn’t require regular sealing like natural stone does. Cabinets with flush (flat) doors and drawer fronts or simple shaker designs,

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Nature, history are interwoven in America’s oldest city Tourists stood mesmerized as they watched a young bald eagle in an apparent dog fight with an osprey over the inland waterway just south of St. Augustine, Fla! The smaller osprey clutched a fish in his sharp talons and the hungry eagle was determined to take it away! To the people below, the aerial battle was akin to fighter planes from a bygone era tangled in a deadly combat that took them from inches above the water to a thousand feet in the air.

After a more than 10 minute exhibition of phenomenal flying skills, the osprey finally gave in to the larger eagle and dropped his meal into the bay to be swiftly scooped up by the relentless eagle.

America began around 400 years ago when the Spaniards built the Castillo de San Marcos fort as a monumental reminder of their claim to the New World.

This action led to the formation of St. Augustine, which is the oldest city in America, and though many national flags have blown in her sea breezes she is still a uniquely American place to visit.

Most tours of this ancient city on Florida’s East Coast begin with a walk through and around the old fort that was made from a mixture of shells, sand and clay, known as coquina. This concoction could be easily molded into impregnable walls and then covered with white plaster for a better look. An hour spent on these grounds gives one a feel of the historical magnitude of St. Augustine and the opportunity for some unforgettable photos.

Every morning, the first streaking light beams of sunrise illuminate the beautiful panorama of the city. It has always been and still is one of the favorite places for many Georgians to visit, but changes have made it even better!

One of the most notable is the complete, modern restoration of

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The historic Spanish fort Castillo de San Marcos, above. Old Fort Matanzas, right.

A dolphin tailwalking.

the old Bridge of Lions going to the lighthouse and beach. In the past, it would have taken nearly a half hour to let a boat through the harbor area, but the state-of-theart drawbridge now opens and closes in less than 10 minutes.

During any day on the water near St. Augustine, many encounters with nature are the norm in this pristine Florida estuary. Numerous species of birds always accompany any foray into these picturesque but intricate tidal waterways. Also, the fishing is usually fantastic for redfish, sea trout, flounder, jack crevalle, ladyfish, mangrove snapper, black sea bass and many other species.

For the really serious anglers,

The St. Augustine Lighthouse at sunrise.

Young Bald Eagle chasing an osprey near St. Augustine.

huge tarpon, snook and cobia are the main choices, depending on the time of year.

So much spectacular beauty that is unique to this part of Florida is always experienced including dolphins, bald eagles, ospreys, white and brown pelicans, several variations of egrets, herons and too many marsh and waterbirds to mention.

While visiting St. Augustine, visitors must cross the Bridge of Lions to the beach side to see and climb the St. Augustine Lighthouse where a breathtaking view of the city and beach can be enjoyed. Though the original structure crashed into the sea during a storm in 1876, the current lighthouse was already in operation by 1874. It is one of only 30 lighthouses in the USA and one of six that are open to the public. It also has a beautifully restored lighthouse keeper’s quarters containing many historic objects.

For those who plan to visit this area for fishing, birding, history or simply family fun, few places in the Americas command the historical respect and significance of St. Augustine. Its narrow, brick

A tarpon jumping in front of the Castillo de San Marcos, above. The famous Bridge of Lions at sunrise, below.

streets, ancient buildings and Mediterranean atmosphere appear much as they did during the 17th century. Most of the building boom in Florida bypassed St. Augustine and allowed a thoughtful restoration program to proceed.

The result is a historical showcase of old and new that draws vacationers from all over the globe.

For Americans, St. Augustine is

one of those special places that must be seen and experienced at least once in a lifetime!

For more information visit: www.visitstaugustine.com.

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.

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Buford Lanier Woman’s Club resumes meetings, invites prospective members

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Central Ave., Demorest. The Strings combines players from the university and the community to perform works by contemporary composers including Morten Lauridsen, Eric Whitacre, Lionel Sainsbury and others. Heather Strachan, director. o Nov. 4 – Leroy Young: A Retrospective exhibited in the MasonScharfenstein Museum of Art, 567 Georgia St., Demorest. A reception will be held Oct. 23 in the museum, 5-7 p.m.

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o Nov. 11 – Piedmont University Singers, perform 7:30-8:30 p.m., in the Chapel. Under direction of Wallace Hinson, the singers perform choral works from the Renaissance to the present. Luise Bass, organist. o Nov. 18-21 – Walk Two Moons presented in Piedmont’s Black Box Theatre is adapted for the stage. Appropriate for everyone ages 12 and up. Directed by Kathy Blandin. Tickets: $5. Tickets purchased through the box office.

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The exhibition is an array of art in all media including landscapes, abstracts, still live compositions, portraits, ceramics, wood turnings and much more. o Nov. 9 – Ekphrasis for the Masses, noon-1 p.m., three-minute of reading poems. Brown paper bag series (bring lunch).

Info: 770-536-2575; www.quinlanartscenter.org University of North Georgia o Nov. 8 – UNG Singers present part of Handel’s Messiah as a fundraiser for the 2022 spring tour to the UK. The concert will take place at Catholic Church of the Good Shepherd in Cumming. o Nov. 18 – UNG Chorale Fall Concert, 6-9 p.m. o Nov. 30 – Patriot Choir and Le Belle Voci Fall Concert, 7:30-8:30 p.m., in Nix Fine Arts Center, Gloria Shott Auditorium.

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By Pamela A. Keene The Buford Lanier Woman’s Club is resuming its face-toface events. One of the first, a concert on Wednesday, November 10, at the Buford Community Center, is open to prospective members.

“Our annual holiday concert

by Ed McQuade and the Buford Community Girls Chorus, is open at no charge to women of the area interested in learning more about our organization,” said Carol Gibson, program chair of the 98-year-old service group. “Not only will we be celebrating an early start to the

holidays, we are welcoming women of the community who may be interested in joining us.”

The Buford Community Girls Chorus includes young women from Buford Middle School and Buford High School. They will be performing a variety of holiday music.

The November 10 concert begins at 10 a.m. Members and women interested in the group will go to a Dutch-treat lunch after the concert. For more information and to RSVP, call Gibson at 770 402-6198 or visit bufordlanierwomansclub.org.

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678-776-0746 jill@LakeHomes.com

CAPTIVATING BIG WATER VIEWS THAT ARE ONLY MATCHED BY THIS MAGNIFICENT ARTHUR RUTENBERG HOME TO BE BUILT BY LEE WAGNER! Exclusive gated community of $million+ lakefront homes. This highly sought-after location features the largest allowable private double slip dock located in the clearest of deep waters with miles of spectacular long-range, open water views.

CAPTIVATING VIEWS!

FORSYTH COUNTY LAKE LOT

LAKE LOT WITH DOCK

NEW LISTING

20+ Years of Representing Buyers and Sellers, and a Lifetime of Experience on Lake Lanier

Experience Matters.

Captivating Big Water Views That Will Absolutely Take Your Breath Away!

1st time on market. Build your dream home in this exclusive gated community overlooking Chestatee Bay. Large private DS dock located in the clearest of deep waters. $949,000 Forsyth

Prime Forsyth County lake lot in gated community of Lyonesse.

Short, easy walk to deeded oversized boat slip in drought-proof, crystal deep south-lake sailing waters! Views across the main body of the lake! Highly sought-after location by land or by water! Brand new East Forsyth High School. Enjoy now-build later! $525,000

FORSYTH COUNTY LAKE LOT

1 + ACRE LAKEFRONT LOT

SOLD! SOLD! SOLD!

SOLD! SOLD! SOLD!

Nice Forsyth County lake lot with a Corps line close to the water to capture great water views! Gentle walk to existing Private Dock and Permit for a 28' x 30' single slip deep water dock. Great area of the lake off Chestatee Bay and nice area of homes.

1+ acre lakefront lot in a nice Gainesville lake neighborhood of upscale homes on larger sized lot. Private single slip dock and permit. No association dues.

LakeLanierLiving.com

1-866-LAKEHOMES

Beautiful cul-de-sac lot in established upscale Hall County swim/tennis/lake neighborhood with a private 32'x 32' double slip dock in drought-proof water! $269,000

November 2021

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Vesper’s Marine Service “Quality and Service You Can Depend On”

Marine Repair at Your Location!

• Expert Marine Repair • Over 25 Years Experience • Factory Trained Service on: Mercruiser, Mercury, OMC and Volvo Penta • Service on Most Makes and Models Vesper’s Marine Service 548 Station Trail Dawsonville, GA 30534 Phone: 678-557-4468 Fax: 770-887-4468

Martin Docks, Inc. Serving Lanier ‘In the Spirit of Excellence’ Since 1956

770-475-3252 Free Estimates • Grading • Hauling • Landscape installation • Lot clearing • Concrete removal • Timber or allan block retaining walls • Pathway clearing & maintenance • Commercial and residential demolition • Mulching (red, brown, cypress) • Fill dirt, topsoil, screened topsoil • Licensed & Insured • References Available

Grading • Hauling • Landscaping

Boat Lift, PWC Lift, Custom Lift Designs for Watercraft of All Kinds

Dealer for

5303 Browns Bridge Road Gainesville, GA 30503

www.martindocksinc.com 770 536-0189 Fax: 770 536-4444 Toll-Free: 1-888-536-0189

• Year-Round Maintenance & Repair Service • Dockwatch - Year Long Maintenance Plan • Repairs, Re-decks, Adjustments, Refloats, Additions • Electrical Packages Available • Custom Built Boat Docks Aluminum & Steel • Residential, Commercial & Community Docks • Cellofoam & Formex Floats • Ramps and Gangways • Shoreline Steps • Rip Rap • Dredging • Dock Accessories • Used Docks, Consignments & Trade-Ins Welcome • Serving Lanier, Allatoona, Hartwell & Surrounding Lakes

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November 2021

CLASSIFIEDS EVENTS

STORAGE

Christian Singles Ministry. Fun, adventurous and friendly group of singles who love Jesus! Come join us today! www.echoministries.com.

The Market for Classic Antiques & Collectibles, Unique Home & Garden Decor, Art & Jewelry Including Nautical & Lake Decor

FOR SALE

Business for sale: Popstop, bed and breakfast. Fishcamp/bait store & convenience store.

770-967-9379.

Storage near Old Federal boat ramp Popstop. $60 per month, uncovered. 770-9679379.

Thanks for using Lakeside classifieds!

LIST YOUR CLASSIFIED IN LAKESIDE ON LANIER: Upcoming Market

November 19, 20, 21 Fri 9-5 • Sat 9-6 • Sun 10-5 Tickets: $3.00 • Good All Weekend Children Under 12 Free

Only $15 per Month!

Up to 20 words, then only 25 cents per word after that!

Call 770-287-1444 or online at www.lakesidenews.com.

Recreation Guide for Lake Lanier Provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

www.lakewoodantiques.com

Lakewood 400 Antiques Market

1321 Atlanta Highway • Cumming, GA 30040

770-889-3400

Lanier Landscaping and Bobcat Service Serving North Georgia For 20 Years

Let the best take care of your yard.

Deal straight with the owner.

Get exceptional service that you can count on.

Call today!

470-449-1360

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. Info: www.lakesidenews.com/camping.

n MORE INFO: Water release schedules - 770 945-1466 Lake information - 770 945-1467 Corps of Engineers - 770 945-9531 www.sam.usace.army.mil/Missions/Civil Works/Recreation/LakeSidneyLanier.aspx

DECKS • PAINTING • HOME IMPROVEMENTS • Custom Build and Rebuild Decks, Porches and Stairs • Build Tiered Stairs to the Lake • Pathway Steps to the Lake With Mulch • Removal of Old Railroad Tie Steps • Pathway Lighting Installed • Complete Exterior Painting and Repair of your Home • Deck, Dock and Driveway Pressure Washing and Staining • All Home Improvements, Repair and Maintenance Performed

Wit Service Corp.

Call Dave Whitaker 404-277-0345 • 678-617-9492 Buying or Selling • Call Us - We Can Help All Work Performed by Owner Serving Lake Lanier and the Surrounding Areas Since 1998

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November 2021

TRACY TESMER

Design • Remodeling

NORTHEAST GEORGIA'S PREMIER DESIGN/BUILD FIRM Custom designs and professional remodeling services including: Kitchens & Bathrooms | Home Additions | Basements | Age in Place Remodeling & Design

SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION! 678-450-1700 | tracytesmerremodeling.com Voted “Best of Hall” 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, & 2021