Aquapalooza Produces 40 Vessel Safety Checks

ANDERSON, SC - Saturday, 21 July was the date of SeaRay of Greenville’s (SRG) Aquapalooza outing…Portman Marina was the place.  Aquapalooza is a national event sponsored by SeaRay wherein all of its dealers are encouraged to provide an enjoyable day on the water for any and all boaters so interested.
Aug 17, 2007

Brown Road Boat Ramp to be Renovated

ANDERSON, SC - Brown Road boat ramp will be closed for renovations from 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Tuesday, August 14, to Friday, September 14. It will be closed Monday-Friday each week, but open on weekends.
Aug 4, 2007

Courtesy Watercraft Inspections in Lowcountry

CHARLESTON, SC - During the upcoming weekend in Charleston, the S.C. Department of Natural Resources will be offering courtesy watercraft inspections Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 4-5, from 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Aug 4, 2007

Summer Boat Blow Out

GREENVILLE, SC - The Summer Boat Blow Out at the Carolina First Center (formerly the Palmetto Expo Center) off Pleasantburg Drive in Greenville will be Friday-Sunday, August 3-5. According to the website, this year's show will offer the very best end-of-the-season sales from area boat dealers.
Jul 24, 2007

Good Samaritan Sailor Hit by Truck

GAFFNEY, SC - Travis Fortson, Board of Stewards member of Western Carolina Sailing Club (WCSC) on Hartwell Lake was driving south on Interstate 85 on Monday, July 9, in Cherokee County, South Carolina, after calling on one of his accounts as a Pharmaceutical Representative when tragedy struck.
Jul 19, 2007

Boat Smart Class in Greenville

GREENVILLE, SC - The Lake Hartwell Sail and Power Squadron will be offer a Boat Smart Class, starting Tuesday, August 7, at Sea Ray of Greenville’s showroom, running every Tuesday evening through August from 6:30-8:30 p.m., with the final exam on Tuesday, August 28.
Jul 18, 2007

Sea Ray of Greenville Sponsors Aquapaloosa

ANDERSON, SC - Sea Ray is joining its nationwide dealer network in sponsoring local Aquapaloosa events in their marketing areas during the last two weekends in July. In that regard, SeaRay of Greenville has selected 21 July for their event at the Portman Marina at Lake Hartwell.
Jul 18, 2007

Women’s Sailing Event – DIVA DAY

ANDERSON, SC - The southeastern United States offers competitive sailing for men, women and children. Most regattas are designed for the men and their crews. However, Western Carolina Sailing Club on Hartwell Lake, between Charlotte and Atlanta has a different point of view.
Jul 3, 2007

DNR, Highway Patrol keep roads, waterways safe

The S.C. Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division and the S.C. Highway Patrol are working jointly beginning the week of July 4 in an effort to keep state waterways and highways safe over the summer.
Jul 1, 2007

New Boating Brochure

ANDERSON, SC - A new brochure, prepared by the Lake Hartwell Association, is now available. The brochure provides detailed information on things you need to know about operating a boat on Hartwell Lake. You can print a copy or view it online by clicking here.
Jun 30, 2007

Online Watercraft Renewal

The S.C. Department of Natural Resources offers online purchasing of watercraft renewals. Watercraft transaction services are available at four offices across the state.
Jun 26, 2007

Register Now for Sailing Camp

ANDERSON, SC - Western Carolina Sailing Camp is about to close the registration for the junior sailing camp. If you are interested in someone attending sail camp this summer send your paid registration as soon as possible.
Jun 18, 2007

Milkshakes for Life Jackets

Chick-Fil-A and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is conducting a joint promotion this summer to encourage life jacket use on Lake Hartwell. Anyone found wearing a life jacket on Lake Hartwell this summer might receive a "flotation citation," good for a free milkshake at Chick-Fil-A.
Jun 16, 2007

Video - 2007 Lake Lanier Association Annual Meeting

The Lake Lanier Association held its annual membership meeting on June 14, 2007 at the Lakeview Center, in Dawsonville. Click here to see the video of the meeting.
Jun 15, 2007

Lake Hartwell Water Levels Down 3 Feet

At this distance, the waters of Lake Hartwell look fine.  But at a closer look, lake levels aren't as high as they should be. Park Ranger Tanya Grant knows some boaters don't always take that closer look.
Jun 9, 2007