Author: M. Jameson
Enjoying Lake Lanier in the fall
For obvious reasons, Lake Lanier evokes thoughts of summer. But don’t count it out during autumn, says Stacey Dickson, President of Lake Lanier Convention
Lake Lanier at 60
In 1946, government officials walked past the waterweeds of Lanier’s beloved river, and they forged trough the ferns and fondling grass of the 19th century poet’s sacred place, and they saw not the reeds or the laurels or the dewberries. Rather, they saw power. And lots of it.
Atlanta Boat Show is back Jan. 12-15 at World Congress Center
Whether it’s sails, paddles, skis or motors, visitors will find the largest selection of boats and accessories
Medical Center Open golf tournament raises $282,000 for Habitat for Humanity
Three local families were surprised to learn Thursday evening that they are the beneficiaries of this year’s Medical Center Open golf tournament, which raised
Wilheit family home on Lake Lanier nurtures 3 branches, 3 generations
Like the three-trunked tree, the 170-acre lakefront property the Wilheits call home is shared by three families: Philip and Mary Hart Wilheit and their two children’s families.
A new face for your old boat
Up your boating game by giving your boat a little face-lift. Whether you have a bass boat, pontoon, cruiser or houseboat, doing a little spring refreshing can work wonders for your on-the-water image.
Six-session class teaches individuals to stroke oars in sync
Learning how to row is like riding a bicycle. It isn’t always easy and you may fall over once or twice, but that’s just part of the learning process.
Catching waves: Jet Skis provide flexible fun
Zipping over the waves on a jet ski on Lake Lanier creates a certain sense of freedom. Jet skis, or personal watercraft, are fun, close to the water and suitable for all ages. And with new technology and additional safety features, they’re a perfect way to take to the water.
Towing somewhere? Make sure you know how
Now that you have that brand new boat or Jet Ski, you need to be able to get it home and to the water.