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Vol. 27 Issue 1

INSIDE THIS ISSUE Put more lake in your life Did 2020 give you the blues? Resolve to put a little more lake in your life this year. Lake Lanier beckons each month with possibilities to brighten perspectives for those seeking solace, camaraderie, or exertion on the blue expanse close to home. Page 31

Boat dealers hold special events While there’s no Atlanta Boat Show this year, Lanier’s boat dealers are bridging the gap for prospective boat owners. In-the-water-boat shows, promotional events among several dealers and special promotions in the first quarter of 2021 will provide many chances for viewing the latest and greatest boats in the marketplace. Page 17

Photos from the Peach State With the pandemic obviously continuing into 2021, Georgia offers a great number of unique experiences and beautiful vistas that would be hard to duplicate anywhere else. Page 42

Also inside: Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Fishing news . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Lake Lanier Olympic Park . . . . .Page Lake levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Lanier map . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Marinas information . . . . . . . .Page Outdoor activity calendar . . . .Page Sailing calendar . . . . . . . . . . .Page Columns: Curb Appeal . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Design & Remodel . . . . . . . . . .Page Glenn Burns . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page On the water . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Steve Johnson . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Vanderford’s travel . . . . . . . . .Page

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A pair of fishermen brave a cold December morning along the shoreline of Knickerbocker Dam as they try their luck in Lake Lanier.

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Still no Fla. V. Georgia court date set in lawsuit 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, Steve Johnson, Vinnie Mendes, Sara Bagwell Travel Editor Bill Vanderford Lakeside is published monthly by Lanier Publishing, Inc. based in Gainesville, GA, with distribution in some 300 locations around Lake Lanier and other areas. Opinions expressed by contributing writers are not necessarily those of Lakeside, its staff or its advertisers.

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

By Jane Harrison The U.S. Supreme Court placed a longtime water battle between Florida and Georgia on its “Granted and Noted List” for oral argument in the current term; however, the Dec. 10 document does not set a showdown date.

The term extends through April 2021.

The court in October agreed to allow Florida another chance to plead for court allocation of water in the Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint river system. Lake Lanier, the largest reservoir on the rivers, does not appear to be the target of the lawsuit that blames Georgia for the collapse of the oyster-based economy and ecology in Apalachicola Bay. Early case watchers around the north Georgia lake feared the 2013 legal action threatened metro-Atlanta’s main water source and the region’s economic engine. However, Florida eventually focused on Georgia farmers along the Flint River whose water use exceeds that of all other consumers combined.

The court in December decided a longstanding water dispute between Texas and New Mexico that originated with a dis-

agreement about a rivermaster’s apportionment of water after a 2014 tropical storm. The southwestern case, which centers on the amount of water that evaporated while being stored in New Mexico to prevent flooding in Texas, illustrates the complexity of water issues confronting many states.

The southeastern battle has its own complexities, including U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ man-

agement of five ACF reservoirs, Georgia’s larger economy dependent on ACF water for growth, and Apalachicola’s plea for survival. Florida claims the oyster-fishing way of life will die out without court action. The Sunshine State has imposed a moratorium on wild oyster harvesting through 2025 to restore and create oyster habitat.

In seven years, two special masters have recommended jus-

tices deny Florida’s claims that Georgia hoards more than its share of water and causes problems downstream. The court in 2018 remanded the case for further consideration and gave Florida another opportunity. Last December, the second special master also recommended the court drop the case, stating that the Georgia’s cost of cutting water use would be greater than the potential benefits to Florida.

Infrastructure work begins for new conference center at Islands

By Pamela A. Keene At the December meeting of the Lake Lanier Islands Development Authority, conducted via ZOOM, updates about the new conference center at Lanier Island were discussed.

Replacement of critical infrastructure work will begin on the aging sewer force main line in

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early January.

The phased project will focus on the oldest and most critical lines in Phase 1.

Additional phases are being designed. Focusing on replacing the old cast-iron force-mail pipes, the job is expected to be complete within the next four to five months.

A bid request for the site work was advertised in mid-December.

Once the contractor is selected and the Corps of Engineers approves the revised master plan for the conference center, work can begin.

The next meeting of the authority is scheduled for February 19, 2021.

THE LAKESIDE STAFF WISHES YOU A HAPPY NEW YEAR!

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HOW MUCH IS YOUR HOME WORTH? CHECK YOUR VALUE AT:

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Like our facebook page - www.facebook.com/LivingOnLakeLanier 5217 Driftwood Point, Gainesville

3913 Harbour View Ct, Gainesville

9055 Hayes Drive, Gainesville

R U N D E T! AC R T N CO 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! REDUCED $365K (Hall)

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)

LOW CORP LINE & great views from .59 acre building site w/121’ of shoreline! Fantastic location on Lake Lanier in Cloister Cove on Chestatee Bay. EASY boat ride to marinas/restaurants. Aluminum SS dock w/party deck in beautiful water! Soil test, survey, covenants & owner's site plan available. $260K (Forsyth)

Waterside Subdivision (Lots 17,18,19)

3909 Harbour View Ct, Gainesville

6422 Waterscape Ridge, Gainesville

JUST LISTED! 3 lots sold together for a total of 3+ acres on Lake Lanier that includes 2 separate covered single slip docks with permits. Developer's original road to lake on lot 17 & 18. Lot 19 has a road that goes all the way to the dock.

This lake community of homes has recent sales from $500's to over $1.4M. No HOA but protected by architectural control. $299K (Gainesville, Hall)

JUST LISTED! Level cul-de-sac lot with easy walk to a single slip dock. Great building site in desired North Hall High School and Mount Vernon Elementary. Easy access to hospital, shopping, grocery stores and restaurants. Can be purchased with 3913 Harbour View Court. $729K house, $230K lot. (Hall)

JUST LISTED! Build your perfect home on this 1.26 acre lake lot with a covered single slip. Enjoy seasonal views of the lake in a community of homes with recent sales from $500's to $1.4M. No HOA but protected by architectural controls. Only 20 minutes to restaurants, shopping, outlet mall, grocery stores, etc. in Gainesville and Dawsonville. $190K (Hall)

3728 & 3724 Griffin Drive, Gainesville

6602 Garrett Road, Buford

3959 Mount Vernon Road, Gainesville

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D L O S CORP line is close to the shoreline! 2 amazing lots (tax parceled separately) are being sold together. SS dock in place. The house to the left of the lots is a 3/2 with a beautiful lake view. (See 3732 Griffin Drive - being sold separately.) Close to the Olympic Rowing Venue. Build your DREAM home close to the lake. $299k (Hall)

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D L O S SOUTH LAKE LANIER! Beautiful sunset views, large grassy yard that stretches almost to SS dock, large deck with views. 5BR/4BA. Finished terrace level.

Many upgrades including new concrete driveway, covered patio with aluminum under-decking, a new roof, freshly painted interior and exterior, a new Lenox high efficiency heat/AC, hardwood floors on the main level and beautiful landscaping. $819,900 (Gwinnett)

3839 Mark Trail, Gainesville

3168 Alenes Drive, Gainesville

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THESE SPECTACULAR waterfront lake lots have it all! Corp line close to deep water. Breathtaking, expansive, long and wide lake views, 93’ waterfront, gentle slope. Boat dock or boat dock permit. Quiet part of Lanier. Survey and level 3 soil test completed. Park like setting. 2 remaining lake lots. Build 1 large home or 2 homes for a little family compound. $148k (Hall) Lots 3839 & 3841 can be sold together for $299k

1762 Green Road, Buford

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D L O S CONTEMPORARY 4/3.5 on SOUTH end of Lake Lanier!

AMAZING open floor plan with all the bells & whistles. Kitchen & great room w/ soaring ceilings. Fully finished terrace level w/ 2nd kitchenette. Master suite on main. Short, level walk to SS covered boat dock & 2 car garage. $799K (Gwinnett)

GRASS TO WATER! New kitchen, master bath and terrace level renovation! WONDERFUL lake views at a reasonable price. DEEP WATER at the dock. Movein ready. Master on main, 2 lg BRs on upper level. Additional garage on the lower level that is perfect for all of your lake toys. This location is close to the Olympic Rowing Venue! REDUCED $529k (Hall)

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MICHELE KAPLAN 678-677-5653 michelekaplan@kw.com Watermark Cove

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

3841 Mark Trail, Gainesville

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HIDDEN GEM on Lake Lanier! Priced $135,000 below recent appraisal! Zoned Highway Business. 4 BR/3.5 BA, 3-level home with INCREDIBLE lake views from most every room. Grass to the water with a mowing permit on the dock permit. Sunroom overlooking the pool and lake. The HUGE detached garage is perfect for a car collector, RV storage or an AMAZING workshop. $1,050,000 (Hall)

THESE SPECTACULAR waterfront lake lots have it all! Corp line close to deep water. Breathtaking, expansive, long and wide lake views, 93’ waterfront, gentle slope. Boat dock or boat dock permit. Quiet part of Lanier. Survey and level 3 soil test completed. Park like setting. 2 remaining lake lots. Build 1 large home or 2 homes for a little family compound. $189k (Hall) Lots 3839 & 3841 can be sold together for $299k

6346 Loco Vare Road, Gainesville

3732 Griffin Drive, Gainesville

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D L O S 2.6 ACRES of rustic elegance! This is the ultimate resort style and private home that many are looking for.

5/6.5 with room for family or entertaining guests. The tongue and groove ceilings makes you feel like you are in a mountain lodge yet on Lake Lanier with a double slip dock. AMAZING salt water pool with a poolside Tiki bar and outdoor kitchen. $1,100,000 (Hall)

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D L O S IMMACULATE Lanier home w/ AMAZING views and a concrete drive to the dock & Corp line at the shoreline! Double slip dock. 2 viewing decks overlook the lake. Open kitchen and living room. 2BR/1BA on main; lower level w/rec room & LARGE BR. 2 additional lots next door w/ an acre+ with a low Corp line and a dock that the sellers are selling separately. $539k (Hall)

2536 Club Drive, Gainesville

8910 Beaver Trail, Gainesville

5745 Harbor N, Gainesville

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ONE OF THE BEST homes on Lake Lanier featured in Architectural Digest in 2008! Amazing wall of windows overlooks pool & lake! 1.95 acres of privacy & garages for 7 cars!

This home has it ALL w/ new kitchen, plumbing, HVAC, roof, whole house generator, river rock rip rap, dbl slip dock...the list goes on. The master bedroom opens to a private covered patio, pool & hot tub. Partial terrace lvl has workout/rec rm, full bath & more. REDUCED $1,425,000 (Forsyth)

IMPECCABLE 3 BR/3.5 BA South Lake home with gorgeous lake views from most every room! Very low COE line & easy walk/golf cart ride to single slip dock in DEEP water. Enjoy sunset views on AMAZING covered deck. Master on main + office/4th BR. Gourmet kitch w/sitting rm, HUGE gr rm w/FP & dining rm! 2 BR & baths on terrace level plus living rm, office & workout rm. REDUCED $875,000 (Hall)

AMAZING 2 years young CUSTOM ESTATE home in Chattachoochee Country Club. This UNBELIEVABLE home is a 4/3.5 and is grass to the water with a S/S dock w party deck. 1st time on the market. Open concept with master and 2nd bedroom on the main level. You must see this home to appreciate all of the custom and handcrafted details.

Please call for a private viewing. $1,650,000 (Hall)

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#1

Bev Knight 770-536-4416

Agent on Lake Lanier since 2012

770-503-7070

(cumulative sales)

Dani Burns

Darlene Plavcan

706-455-3076

678-300-1275

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Live the good life from this beautifully updated, lakefront luxury home. Enjoy gorgeous year-round, big water views, and convenient road that leads you to the great doubleslip dock in DEEP water. Renovations and updates include fresh paint throughout, new HVAC systems, extensive hardscape and professional landscaping added, refinished floors, all new fixtures, and a fabulous expansion of the screened porch.

Tons of space to entertain, especially from the retro 1940’s bar on the terrace level (negotiable), plus plenty of parking for an RV and multiple guests. Excellent location just minutes from I985 and NEGA hospital, and ultra-private setting on a point with a gated entrance. $1.199m

4+acre lux compound

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Donilyn Hodge

Angie Smart

404-271-4479

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Forsyth fixer-upper

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352-262-0389

Views, ultra private

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*** Featured Agent *** Angie Smart Luxury Listing Agent, Buyer Specialist & SRES

Lula $585k

Cumming $600k

*** Build Your Dream Lake Home *** Summer Crest lots, luxury in North Hall 2 LOT S

Experience & specialty: Degree in Computer Science from Georgia Tech, SRES designation (Senior Real Estate Specialist) & Certified Luxury Specialist designation.

Nominated for Best of Hall County Agents four years in a row & winner of the KW Culture awards multiple times.

Angie hails from Ohio, but has called Georgia her home for 37 years and 7 years on Lanier. She is known for her professionalism, patience, positive attitude, work ethic and attention to detail. Angie enjoys boating in her spare time, traveling & entertaining at her lake house, especially for her two new grandsons.

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Gainesville - Two lots, 2+ acres each. $400k each

Sgl slip, deep water

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Gainesville $285k

1.01 acres, deeded slip, big water views

Gainesville $225k

‌when you’re ready for the good life!

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Sheila Davis 770-235-6907 sdavis@gonorton.com

#1 in Lake Lanier Sales in 2020

770.536.1250

Over $67 million SOLD! LE ESVIL GAIN

LE ESVIL GAIN

$1,450,000 • EXQUISITE EXECUTIVE LAKE ESTATE – 1ST TIME ON THE MARKET. Surrounded by Estate-sized residential tracts, mesmerizing lake views, and peaceful, wooded Corp property with walking trails, this custom designed home, was built

by Lee Wagner. 260 ft. of shore line, with 160 ft. of protected rip rap. 32 x 32 double slip dock in DEEP water with two jet ski lifts. Virtual tour: https://tinyturls.com/734510. FMLS# 6787776 3986 Hidden Hill Drive Sheila Davis 770-235-6907 or Linda Thompson 770-313-5446

ING CUMM

$1,436,693 • SIDNEY ON LANIER, prime waterfront lot on deep, beautiful open water with rip rap shoreline, engineered sea wall, dock steps lead to 32' x 32' max sized dock. The Cambridge Plan, a “to be built” custom designed Arthur Ruttenburg Home by Lee Wagner. Build at the street or water's edge. Offering quality upgrades and luxury features. Pictured in French Country, also available in American Farmhouse and Traditional.

Open concept kitchen, great room and casual dining, fireplace with walls of glass showcasing open water views bringing outdoors in from the covered porch. Master suite and guest room on the main level, plus a den (library). Upstairs features 2 BR/BA's plus large bonus room. Full daylight terrace level. Model home available for qualified buyers. FMLS# 6705205 2273A Sidney Drive Sheila Davis 770-235-6907

LE ESVIL GAIN

$925,000 • SOUTH LAKE LANIER JUST OFF GA 400, 6 BEDROOMS, 4.5 BATH CRAFTSMAN STYLE HOME, PRIVATE SINGLE-SLIP OVERSIZED DOCK WITH A SUN PORCH LOCATED IN A DEEP WATER COVE NEAR BALD RIDGE MARINA. Vaulted ceilings, stone fireplace, walls of windows, Finished Terrace level with a huge family room, workout room & large workshop. Fresh NEW interior paint, 2016 roof & decks. No HOA. Plenty of parking, no garage but room to build one, recently rezoned to new East Forsyth High school. FMLS# 6781498 5455 Linger Longer Road, Jennifer 770-356-2629

$699,000 • TURN KEY 5BR| 4BA LAKE LANIER HOME with private dock!

Priced to sell mostly furnished with a stocked kitchen, lake toys and more!

North Hall brick and stone w/3 finished levels, Elegant rustic design, hardwoods, open floor plan, 2 story great room featuring a beamed ceiling and floor to ceiling stone fireplace, finished terrace level. Deep water cove, private single slip dock with party deck & 2 jet ski ports. Quiet lake area with seasonal views of the water! FMLS# 6757127 4810 Amal Lane Stephanie 770-654-4161

E NVILL O S W A D

$627,900 • BEAUTIFUL NEW 4BR| 3BA home in The Reserve Club & Marina.

Embry Hills plan by Frank Betz is a craftsman design with defining features such a covered front porch, shed dormer and steep gables.

FMLS# 6753665 7550 Crestline Drive Stephanie 770-654-4161

Lake Lots

$450,000 • BEAUTIFUL BUILDING LOT in Pointe West on Lanier. Enjoy sunset views and gorgeous 40' deep water at the over-sized single slip dock, protected by waves and wind + a natural rock shoreline. Permitted for the largest allowable 32 x 32 twin slip dock.

FMLS# 6755024 5685 Point West Dr Oakwood, Sheila 770-235-6907

$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

$375,000 ESTATE SIZE LOT, 2.27 acres with a private dock to build your Lake Lanier dream home! Seasonal views of the water and a gentle cart path to the dock.. FMLS# 6772758 3342 Banks Mountain Drive, Gainesville Stephanie 770-654-4161

$160,000 • ROGERS BAY ON LAKE LANIER S/D Great location in North Hall $295,000 • 1 ACRE BUILDING LOT ON school district.Deeded covered slip LAKE LANIER! Enclosed dock with party included in the deep water community deck in deep water cove. Build your dock. 324’ of water frontage, 1.06 acres, FMLS# 5896811 Lot #10, 4244 dream home. FMLS# 677059 Bayridge Dr, Gainesville 3501 Monroe Circle, Gainesville Stephanie Gillespie 770-654-4161 Michelle Sparks 404-379-5798

$115,000 • AFFORDABLE LAKE LANIER WATERFRONT LOT in North Hall $75,000 • 1.198 acre building lot in ‘The County w/ single slip dock. 1.68 Reserve Club & Marina’ gated acre/147’of Corp front. FMLS# subdivision. FMLS#6645996 6525 6728711 4853 Lawson Circle, Crestline Drive, Gainesville Gainesville

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Nicole Columbo 678-858-0265

Stephanie Gillespie 770-654-4161

Michelle Sparks 404-379-5798

Linda Thompson 770-313-5446

Jennifer Anderson 770-356-2629

Miranda Brooks Assistant 706-781-9410

Vicki Holland Marketing

770-235-6907

#1 in Lake Lanier Sales! Let Us Help You Sell or Buy! SOLD 5610 Point West Drive $1,995,000 • Sheila/Linda

SOLD 3502 Lake Breeze Lane $1,427,500 • Sheila

SOLD 5885 Nix Bridge Road $1,124,000 • Michelle

SOLD 5274 Forest Cove $950,000 • Sheila

NG PENDI 7020 Cherokee Trace $750,000 • Sheila

SOLD

SOLD 2519 Club Drive $1,970,000 • Sheila

SOLD 3317 Duckett Mill Road $1,350,000 • Sheila

SOLD 4016 Chapman Drive $1,100,000 • Stephanie/Sheila

SOLD 3466 Westhampton Way $895,900 • Sheila

SOLD 2074 Poplar Lane $745,000 • Nicole

NG PENDI

5989 Nachoochee Trail $699,000 • Nicole/Stephanie

6445 Waterscape Ridge $699,000 • Nicole

NG PENDI

SOLD

4155 Cherokee Trail $614,000 • Nicole

1416 Chandlers Ferry Road $580,000 • Sheila

SOLD 6544 Yacht Club Road $1,885,999 • Nicole

SOLD 6723 Summer Crest Court $1,275,000 • Nicole

SOLD 5161 Highland Road $1,100,000 • Sheila

SOLD 2736 High Vista Point $885,000 • Stephanie

SOLD 4002 Oak Harbour Court $745,000 • Sheila

SOLD 6320 Crestline Drive $690,162 • Stephanie

SOLD 9410 Chestatee Court $578,500 • Sheila

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3514 Maritime Glen $499,000 • Jennifer

5040 Mckenzie Lane $487,500 • Jennifer

2371 Stephens Circle $445,000 • Linda

SOLD 5730 Point West Drive $1,879,000 • Sheila

SOLD 2532 Pemmican Run $1,250,0000 • Michelle

SOLD 5680 Chestatee Landing Drive $1,050,000 • Sheila/Stephanie

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5185 Young Deer Drive $1,775,000 • Sheila

288 Thompson Place $1,615,000 • Stephanie

3655 Cameron Circle $1,430,000 • Jennifer

NG PENDI

SOLD

SOLD 5954 Nachoochee Trail $1,250,0000 • Stephanie

SOLD 5130 Laurel Drive $990,000 • Nicole

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6215 Grand Marina Circle $849,500 • Sheila/Michelle

4858 Habersham Court $849,000 • Sheila

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5567 Mallard Walk $737,000 • Nicole

5215 Indian Circle $735,000 • Stephanie

SOLD

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6310 Crestline Drive $683,625 • Michelle

5824 N Cove Road $675,000 • Jennifer

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260 Lake Circle $576,500 • Michelle

336 Toto Drive $545,000 • Michelle

SOLD 2554 Vaughandale Circle $419,000 • Jennifer

SOLD 2100 Habersham Marina Rd, 101A $405,000 • Michelle

5998 Overby Road $1,200,000 • Jennifer

SOLD 3520 Fleming Drive $975,000 • Nicole/Stephanie

SOLD 3176 Alenes Drive $846,845 • Sheila

SOLD

4345 Mceachern Drive $1,170,600 • Sheila

SOLD 4249 Tall Hickory Trail $950,000 • Stephanie

SOLD 9520 Lisa Circle $800,000 • Michelle

SOLD

2565 Wahoo Place $710,000 • Stephanie

4205 Perry Drive $700,000 • Linda

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7365 Crestline Drive $649,000 • Nicole

168 Overlook Circle $619,900 • Michelle

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1005 Timber Lake Trail $520,000 • Sheila

2020 Riverwood Drive $510,000 • Sheila

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3339 Little Circle $375,000 • Linda

3762 Harbour Landing Drive $340,000 • Stephanie

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Public art graces Highlands to Islands Trail

PHOTO BY ALAN HOPE

By Pamela A. Keene Eventually comprising more than three dozen miles of multiuse trails that will connect cities and towns in Hall County, the Highlands to Islands Trail will also showcase numerous pieces of public art. As part of

Gainesville-Hall County’s Vision 2030 and the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce, some of the trail system’s public art installations are already in place.

“Our public art program will be an ongoing initiative that encompasses not only the Highlands

PHOTO BY VICKI HOPE

A mural created by Gainesville native Chad Shore was unveiled last November, top. The Lost Wall mural, in Gainesville’s Midtown Greenway, was dedicated last summer, above.

to Islands Trail but other key locations around the county,” said Tina Carlson, who serves on the public art committee. “Installations already include murals, sculptures, bike racks and Free Range Art.” Most recently, new public art has been installed along the Chicopee Woods section of the trail. Located near the Chicopee Woods Golf Course and Chicopee Mills, this section of the trail winds through hardwoods and past the Elachee Nature Science Center. It includes bike trails along wider sidewalks.

This fall, students in the welding class at North Hall High School created trees and branches that have become bottle trees at the entrance to Elachee. They have been decorated with leaves made of green, blue and brown

A closeup view of the bottle tree.

PHOTO CREDIT: VISION 2030

bottles collected by employees of Hall County’s Resource Recovery Division.

Additionally, a new mural called “Love Freedom Mural,” created by Gainesville native Chad Shore, was unveiled in November. The spray-painted artwork is located at 870 Grove Street on the back of McGarity’s Business Products, in the Midland section of the trail. The mural was a collaboration of the City of

Gainesville, Gainesville Parks and Rec and Vision 2030.

“Since Vision 2030 began, the community has fully embraced the project,” Carlson said. “Already more than $1.1 million has been invested in public/private collaborations.”

For more about Vision 2030, visit www.vision2030.org. To learn more about the Highlands to Islands Trail, click on www.highlandstoislands.org.

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Experience isn't expensive, it's priceless!

The Chambers Team 631 Dawsonville Hwy • Gainesville, GA 30501

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

THE LAKE HOME YOU'VE ALWAYS DREAMED OF MAY NOW BE AFFORDABLE ... CALL US! WISHING YOU A HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM THE CHAMBERS TEAM! $14,000,000

$549,900

GRACIOUS 4- sided brick home in Chattahoochee Country Club.

Large open floor plan, 2 story foyer, 2 story great room, gourmet kitchen w/huge granite island, SS appliances, 5 full bedrooms, 3 car garage, full finished basement w/ 2nd kitchen.... a wonderful in law suite. Nice stream in rear that flows into Lake Knickerboker.

Only 1/2 mile to golf course and Chattahoochee Country club. Current owner has added many updates. A beautiful home!

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

19 acre tract zoned PUD- proposed 540 condo units approved by city (case 89-23) in 1989. 23 individual lots included. Proposed 540 unit blank cost is approx $26,000/raw unit. Sally Kirchner 770-538-5626.

$845,000

REDUCED BY 150K. Pos-sible owner financing. This remote cabin is completely surrounded by National Forrest. Short walk to Appalachian Trail & Lake Winfield Scott. 30 remote acres w/abundant wildlife...bear, turkey, deer and streams for great trout fishing plus 2 grassed fields. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to get completely away from the hustle bustle.

$1,495,000

The lake house you've been waiting for near Chattahoochee Country Club and Golf Course.

Big water views! Nice double slip dock.

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Lake Lanier Fishing Report

A sampling of fishing information and tips from area experts Lake level: Down 1070.58 Clarity: Main lake, creeks stained Temperature: 60s Bass fishing Bass fishing is good. Spots are relating to points, humps and man made brush piles as they start feeding for colder weather. Don’t overlook a crawfish crank bait on any structure and old brush piles at 25 feet are loaded with fish across the lake. Run small green jigs, Rapala Shad Raps, Rapala DT6 crank baits and Fish Head Spins on and over these fish. Repeat this pattern on several areas and also work any shallow cuts or bowl areas that might appear along the bank.

Up lake in the creeks, look on the long run out points as they are producing some nice spots in the three pound class. White Sebile swimmers and dark color worms seem to be the baits that are working the best in this area. Also check out the left hand side of the river from Gainesville Marina north. Monster spots along with some largemouth are feeding along the shallow bank structure

right up on bank. Fish the back of the shallow creek areas for a roaming bass.

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

Striper fishing Stripers on Lake Lanier have moved north up both rivers and shallow creeks and flats are holding fish. Troll the channel using umbrella rigs crisscrossing until you locate fish with your electronics. After you locate the schools go back and drop down lines 20 to 35 feet deep using trout and blue backs and having a spoon tied on can produce some exciting fights on spinning rod with 10-pound test line. Dress warm, it’s cold out there.

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

Crappie fishing Recent days have been feast or famine. I believe that it is due to the lake turnover hopefully the lake turnover is or will soon be complete and we can get back to catching fish regularly.

The recent hot bite target zone is 20 to 25 feet deep. Be flexible in your technique. Figure out what depth the crappie are biting and what they want to eat: either jigs or minnows. Recently it has been 90 percent minnows to 10 jigs, for me.

Look for open water brush in 25-plus feet of water and plan on losing several jigs and minnows.

You have to be down there with them to catch them. Look under docks that are in 15 to 30 feet of water that features brush or structure. Use your electronic charts to locate these areas. Try down lining a small Crappie minnow with a sinker or set up a slip bobber.

The jig that has produced for me is the ATX “Dori” royal blue over

a chartreuse single tail. Jigs can be used for short casting, vertical jigging or dock shooting. I’m using five-pound test, high visibility yellow K9 braid for my line and a Piscifun reel.

I use scanning type sonar (e.g.

Down and Side Imaging) to locate schooling fish, and I complement this with the latest in live scanning sonar technology (e.g.

Garmin’s LiveScope, Humminbird 360 or Lowrance’s LiveSight). Set waypoints on your electronic charts so that you can quickly return to productive locations. You can do this on a smart phone using the Navionics Boating app.

This report is by Captain Josh Thornton, 770 530-6493.

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LAKE LANIER OLYMPIC PARK LLRC expects to withstand crew cancellations

By Jane Harrison The Lake Lanier Rowing Club expects to “weather the storm” caused by the loss of revenuegenerating activities this year and last. As of late December, no collegiate crews had signed up for spring break training and the annual January ergatta had been canceled due to coronavirus concerns. “Fortunately, the club has been managed very well,” said club president Cliff Ward. However, it’s clearly a loss for the year, he added.

Traditionally thousands of college rowers from northern climates flock to Lanier for spring break camps in March, culminating with the John Hunter Regatta near the first weekend of spring.

Although the regatta’s website indicated in December that “The Hunter” is still on for March 2021, crews had not confirmed they would be practicing at Lake Lanier Olympic Park this spring.

Ward said the club and city of Gainesville tourism officials were sending letters to colleges that normally hold spring training camps at LLOP. But as of last month, there had been no response.

The coronavirus shut down most team collegiate practices

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and regattas beginning in March 2020. Uncertainty about how the pandemic might affect college crew programs this year has likely contributed to the lag in training camp registration. “It has been a strange year,” Ward said.

Among the cancellations is a perennial University of Virginia winter pilgrimage to Lake Lanier.

The Cavaliers, which for a dozen years toughed it out in snow, ice, and flooding at LLOP (plus some nice weather), chose to stay on home waters in Charlottesville for winter break.

A smaller LLRC rite of the season, the Mark Williams Ergatta, was also canceled. Ward said club officials voted in October not to host the January indoor competition on stationary rowing machines.

Perhaps the biggest loss is the move of the American Collegiate Rowing Association national championship to Oak Ridge, Tenn. ACRA announced in September it would break a 12-year tradition of crowning champions on Lanier in the Memorial Day weekend regatta. The regatta usually fills LLOP and Gainesvillearea hotels and restaurants with 1,500-plus athletes and fans.

LLOP Executive Director and Gainesville Tourism Director Robyn Lynch told Lakeside News in November that the ACRA move was not totally unexpected.

She indicated ACRA officials had expressed an interest in alternating locations annually. “We look forward to having the championships back in the near future,” she said.

LAKE LANIER OLYMPIC PARK INFO Lake Lanier Canoe and Kayak Club Contact: Jim O'Dell, program director Phone: 770-287-7888 Email: info@lckc.org Website: www.lckc.org Address: Lake Lanier Olympic Park 3105 Clarks Bridge Rd., Gainesville, GA 30506 Club offerings: Recreational and competitive canoe and kayaking for ages 9 and up. Beginner to masters programs offered through regularly scheduled practices, classes, and summer camps. Also hosts local, regional, national and international competitions and is the training center for Team USA Canoe, Kayak and Dragon Boat Racing.

Calendar of events: January 1 -Winter Beach Bash/Polar Bear Swim

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

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Boat parade still accepting donations

By Pamela A. Keene The 2020 Lake Lanier Holiday Boat Parade drew many by water and land on December 12 to celebrate the season.

“We had about 35 beautifully decorated boats but donations are down and we’ve only raised about $4,000,” said Leslie Kauk, who with Richard Pickering organized the event.

“We expected to have less participants because of the pandemic, but we are still working to collect donations.”

The grand prize winner was Tom Stepnowski of Gainesville, who brought his 55-foot houseboat to the parade. Barkley Geib, a Lake Lanier fixture for decades, served as grand marshal.

“This year we changed the route to allow places for people to watch from land,” she said.

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Spectators check out the boats decorated for last year’s Holiday Boat Parade.

“I was really excited about the number of people who showed up all along the route to watch from the shore.”

In 2019, the parade hosted a land-based event at Margaritaville where there was an opportunity to collect donations.

Kauk said that the group continues to accept donations through www.lanierpartners. org.

Funds raised will be donated to support the children in the Georgia Sheriff’s Youth Homes.

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The time war came right to our Southern coast My childhood home sits on a steep hill overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and Sandy Hook Bay which is the entrance to New York Harbor. These hills are honeycombed with bunkers, tunnels, and gun emplacements as a part of our coastal defense. The system was the strongest in the world and consequently never fired a shot in anger.

West Point was basically an engineering school because so much of successful leadership in warfare is an engineering problem. As one famous Southern general is (erroneously) quoted as saying, “Get there fustest with the mostest.” For this reason, the top of the West Point graduating class would typically be assigned to the Coast Artillery. While not planning for the defense of our shores, the young engineers were given other design projects to work on.

There are gigantic reinforced concrete mortar emplacements on Fort Hancock at Sandy Hook, NJ, designed by Ulysses S. Grant and the beautiful lighthouse at Barnegat, NJ, designed by Robert E Lee! The original plans signed by these two young officers are both on display at those respective museums.

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Then along came WWII (that is “World War Two” for you millennials not Dubya Dubya Eye Eye) and everything changed.

Even though we had these powerful guns defending our coast, you can’t shoot ‘em if you can’t see ‘em. German U-Boats would sink our ships at will. My mother tells stories of being able to see ships burning only a few miles offshore on a regular basis. For a while you could not even go swimming in the ocean because the beaches were covered with oil. This was partially due to the fact that our Navy and Coast Guard were not used to submarine warfare and did not realize how it worked.

German subs would merely wait offshore until a ship would be backlit by the lights of the towns along the coast. Then they could pick them off at leisure.

The Georgia coast was no dif-

ferent from the Jersey Coast. In January, 1942, the SS City of Atlanta was torpedoed within hours of sailing from Savannah. Two months later the tankers Esso Baton Rouge and SS Oklahoma were sunk close enough to Brunswick that they shattered windows in the town when they blew up! The next day the SS Esperanta was sunk. There were also rumors of German spies and saboteurs landing on the beaches at night!

We finally got wise and issued a blackout order, even to the effect that the lighthouses along the coast were dimmed. There was a shortage of coastal patrol boats, so private yachts were conscripted or donated and converted into anti-submarine warfare vessels. One of these was donated by Charles Howard Candler, son of the founder of Coca-Cola. There were also other measures such as increased air and surface patrols and submarine hunting blimps flying out of Glynco Naval Air Station. These blimps were capable of dropping bombs as well as depth charges. The U-Boat’s top speed was about 20 knots on the surface and 5 knots submerged.

The blimp could not only fly at

60 knots, but they could stay aloft for days and see the U-boats under the water.

What brings all this to mind is a story a friend recently related.

His father had just passed away and on his deathbed, he told his son how he had been an electrician in the Savannah Shipyard during the war. Late one night there was a knock on his door, and it was the FBI! They took him outside and swore him to secrecy, telling him of the dire consequences he and his entire family would face if he ever breathed a word of what he was about to see and do. It seems that the Coast Guard had disabled and captured a German U-Boat. The German sailors had tried to sink her before she could be taken but some brave (read foolhardy) American sailors had come aboard while she was sinking and managed to close the scuttling valves before she went down! She was towed into port where it was my friend’s father’s job to get the electrical system working. The whole thing was a treasure trove of state-of-the-art technology and our Naval engineers wanted to learn everything they could from her. It also revealed a lot of infor-

mation on how the enemy thought and operated so far from their shores.

The most disturbing thing of all was that they found fresh bread on board that had come from a local Savannah bakery!

This gave the FBI information of the existence of enemy agents right in our midst. They could not only resupply the subs with fresh food and fuel but give them information about shipping schedules so the U Boats would be in the right place to attack our ships as they were coming and going. This is also what spawned the expression “Loose Lips Sink Ships.” We can safely assume that the spy cell was rounded up as the amount of lost tonnage decreased dramatically. Normally when I think of wars, I think of conflicts far away in places with unpronounceable names, but all this was happening right here where we have all sailed and fished and even lolled on the beach!

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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Boat dealers craft special events

By Pamela A. Keene While there’s no Atlanta Boat Show this year, Lanier’s boat dealers are bridging the gap for prospective boat owners. In-thewater-boat shows, promotional events among several dealers and special promotions in the first quarter of 2021 will provide many chances for viewing the latest and greatest boats in the marketplace.

MarineMax at Bald Ridge Marina will begin the 2021 season with a four-day in-the-water boat show January 14-17.

Visitors at a previous Atlanta Boat “In addition to our lineup of Show.

2021 boats in our floating showable to tour the boats, talk with room, we’ll have more than 30 MarineMax staff and learn about vendors that offer just about specifications to determine the everything nautical- and marinebest boat for their lifestyle. related, including products and Several boat dealers are still in services,” said Beth Kendrick, the planning stages for events marketing and event coordinator later in the first quarter. Singleton for MarineMax. “And we’re officials said they will have a doing a special promotion with WKHX-FM/New Country Radio weekend event at the One Water 101.5 to give away a ’21 Sea Ray Service Center on Lanier Islands Parkway during February.

SPX 190 through the radio staGainesville Marina and Boat tion.”

Sales is putting together in-theMarineMax represents Sea water events for February or Ray, Boston Whaler, Tige and March.

Crest Pontoons. Visitors will be

“We’re also looking at partnering with several other boat dealers in the next several months,” said Philip Burton, managing partner of Gainesville Marina.

“And we’re considering a combined RV and boat show at some point.”

Pull Watersports is putting together some events as well.

“We’ll be spearheading some multiple dealer events through the Marine Trade Association of Metro Atlanta and the National Marine Manufacturers Association,” said Jenny Serwitz, president of the MTAMA and co-owner of Pull Watersports.

“Although the Atlanta Boat Show didn’t happen this year, we dealers are optimistic about the 2021 boating season.

“Boat sales in 2020 were significantly up over the previous year as people looked for more family recreation opportunities closer to home during the pandemic,” she said. “Boating is a life-long pursuit that all members of the family can enjoy, and there’s a type of boat for anyone who’s interested in being on the water.”

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The headline profound in many ways. An example of one definition of the phrase: Choices that seemed difficult in the past now seem clear after the person knows what happened as a result of those choices.

In other words, it is clearly describing the study of cause and effect. What we have all experienced, some in much more difficult circumstances than others, has left an indelible change in our lives.

Depending on how you view our current challenging times, it is also an opportunity to learn.

There are no expressions that can accurately describe what everyone has endured, as each has a different story and ending. Every one of those encounters is of value, offering something that can be taught or passed on to others.

I ask myself frequently, “What-if things were different.

COVID restrictions were non-existent, and there was no six feet of separation. But alas, in the future, there will always be the two words: social distancing.

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Some maritime education is experience was provided to me by basic in design, while other being affiliated with the U.S. courses of instruction provide a Coast Guard Auxiliary in promore in-depth syllabus of learngram visitation. ing. This style of training has From my vantage point in the many options to explore, dependmaritime industry I could see little change in the love of the water ing on your objectives. If you would like to discover more of by enthusiasts. In some cases inwhat is available in the marketterest actually increased. Even place please contact me, my though there were plenty of reemail address is listed below. strictive mandates on gatherings Welcome to a new year, espethroughout this terrible pandemic, the desire for on-the-water activi- cially the return to a “forever changed normal,” as it is impossities was ever present. ble to go back in time. We can So beginning a new year, rehowever compare and learn from plete with adjustments, is an opthose memories with – hindsight portunity to learn from the being 20/20.Steve Johnson, US hindsight provided by the infamous 2020. Keeping with a boat- Coast Guard (ret). is with CPO Johnson, Inc. ing safety theme of this column,

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America’s Boating Club Atlanta visits central Florida’s manatees

By Pamela A. Keene Each year America’s Boating Club Atlanta plans a boating trip for members and guests. However, with the pandemic, plus some hurricane action, the group’s trip to DeLand, Florida, and Hontoon Marina and Resort took a bit to materialize. Planned for last March, thanks to diligent leadership, 19 members of the club finally made it to the St. Johns River in early November.

Visiting DeLand is always a treat for me because I graduated from Stetson University there.

Another of our members also attended Stetson, and we often talk reminisce about what the town was like in the 1970s and how it’s changed.

Activities in West Volusia County This trip, I was able to visit with Georgia Turner, executive director of the West Volusia Convention and Visitors Bureau, visitwestvolusia.com, and learn about the latest in DeLand and surrounding areas. Georgia, and the bureau’s president Doug Little, helped make our trip successful and fun. They both assisted by sharing their local knowledge as we planned, and Doug, who owns St. Johns River Eco-Tours, wowed our group with an amazing boating excursion to find wildlife in some hidden places along the river.

Georgia brought us up to date about all the happenings in De-

Signage helps keep manatees safe.

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Land and West Volusia. Although the pandemic has slowed visitation, folks in tourism are becoming more innovative about ways to bring people to their destinations.

“DeLand continues to add more reasons for people to come here and stay a while,” she said.

“We have added several new breweries and have an excellent selection of eateries that include Cuban, Italian, American, barbecue and comfort food, so you can almost be a world traveler and stay right here.”

The newest way to dine and sip your way through West Volusia County is its CoolCraft Beverage Trail. “From wine, local craft beers and meads to smoothies, teas and coffees, you CREDIT PAMELA A KEENE can experiUsing Instagram can ence our area at your get you a free Koozie. own pace,” Turner said. “We’ve designed a map to make it easy, and people who share their top five beverages on Instagram at

ABC members all masked up for a photo.

#CoolCraftTrail and follow us @VisitWestVolusia can win a free pint-glass koozie.”

Georgia was able to help us find a good assortment of dining choices to accommodate our group of 19 for our four-day, three-night trip: The Stockyard, specializing in beef; Astor’s Blackwater Inn, known for its amazing service and fresh seafood; and Pitmaster’s Barbecue that offers some amazing comfort foods like fried green tomatoes and traditional barbecue.

On the water with the club The goal of the trip was to see manatees at Blue Spring State

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Park. We boated to the park and came ashore in dinghies. The park’s boardwalk offers great views of wildlife, including birds and gators. The first part of November was a bit early to see many of the lumbering underwater mammals, but several in our group glimpsed them swimming in the spring run. The park participated in manatee tracking and tagging to monitor the population; many of the same manatees return to Blue Springs as their winter home, but they also head to Homosassa Springs and Crystal River on the west coast of Florida.

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Be weather aware; La Niña is a challenge Happy New Year Everyone! Despite all that is going on, I hope you and your families and loved ones had a great Christmas season.

I have been looking at the weather patterns and predictions as we now head into the heart of winter. As you know, we are in a La Niña weather pattern. La Niña is a weather pattern that occurs in the Pacific Ocean. In this pattern, strong winds blow warm water at the ocean’s surface from South America to Indonesia. As the warm water moves west, cold water from the deep rises to the surface near the coast of South America. In the winter of a La Niña year, these winds are much stronger than usual.

This makes the water in the Pacific Ocean near the equator a few degrees colder than it usually is. Even this small change in the ocean’s temperature can affect weather all over the world. These changes in the atmosphere can lead to more lightning activity within the Gulf of Mexico and along the Gulf Coast. Also, the environmental conditions during La Niña can lead to more tropical cyclones, which we saw with the record-breaking 30 named storms and 12 landfalling storms in the continental United States.

On average, La Niña would likely bring us warmer temperatures and drier than normal conditions. However, from time to time, we’re likely going to see some shots of very cold air. As you know, the predic-

tion was for precipitation to be below normal.

But we’ve seen a ton of Glenn rain this season. NothBurns ing has been making much sense. I know there is going to be a Lanier winter storm this winter.

Outlook Maybe several storms. I recall an event several years ago where between 10 p.m. and midnight on a Sunday, an area of intense snow developed along and just north of the I-20 corridor, contributing to a narrow band of between 6 and 8.5 inches of snowfall amounts in Eastern Georgia. In the northernmost counties of Georgia, and especially at higher elevations, snowfall amounts of 8” to 10” were common. I also believe we have a chance for a significant ice event as well. We had a sneak preview with ice last month at the northern reaches of the lake.

I know in January we are all thinking of cold and wintry weather. I want to point out we don’t just have to worry about wintry weather this month, but also a higher risk for severe storms and tornadoes. 2008 was another La Niña year. Do you remember the Atlanta tornado outbreak that affected the Southeastern United States on March 14-15, 2008? A tornado caused widespread damage across downtown Atlanta, including to the CNN Center and to the Georgia Dome, leading to the 2008 SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament being affected.

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The state insurance commissioner's office See Burns, page 34

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Brenau University n Jan. 4-Mar. 11 – GRL PWR: Women Artists in the Brenau Collection is an all-day online event. Brenau’s Permanent Art Collection houses work by some of the most celebrated women artists of the 20th and 21st centuries including Louise Nevelson, Louise Bourgeois, Helen Frankenthaler, Beverly Buchanan, Lynda Benglis, and Kiki Smith. Curated by Assistant Gallery Director Allison Lauricella, GRL PWR highlights the women of the collection who have impacted the trajectory of art history with their unique contributions and compelling visions. Info: Online link, https://bit.ly/31QprT6.

Buford Community Center n Jan. 8 – Atlantic City Boys, four dynamic lead singers, have wowed audiences at Las Vegas, Walt Disney World, Atlantic City and more. Their show is an exciting mix of world class vocals and interactive comedy – featuring the rock-n-roll harmonies of the Beach Boys, Drifters, the BeeGees and, of course, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. The boys have performed with many greats, from Jay Leno to Huey Lewis, Pattie Labelle and the Temptations. Performance: 8 p.m. Tickets: $30-$35.

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Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds n Feb. 13 – The Drifters/The Platters/Cornel Gunter’s Coasters perform live starting at 7 p.m. at the Anderson Music Hall. Tickets: $40 (Level 1); $30 (Level 2).

Info: www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com.

Lake Lanier Islands Resort n Thru Feb. 21 – Margaritaville’s Lakeside Lights Spectacular. Kick start your holidays with a visit to Margaritaville’s all-new Lakeside Lights Spectacular for a night of nostalgic winter fun. The Lights will take you on a magical walk through the lighting extravaganza with festive seasonal music. Tickets: $12.99, adults; $9.99, seniors/child (3-7). Times: 5-11 p.m., depending on days. n Jan. 9-Feb. 21 – Snow Island features snow tubing, ice skating, carnival rides, and Santa’s Workshop. Tickets: $39.99, adults; $34.99, seniors/child (3-7). Times: 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

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Piedmont College n Jan. 14-Feb. 11 – Maryam Palizgir’s work will be displayed at Mason-Scharfenstein Museum of Art. Palizgir is a multidisciplinary Iranian artist and educator who lives and works in the U.S. Interested in vision and perception, her work draws from Persian, Islamic and Modernist art and architecture. n Jan. 31 – Jeri-Mae G. Astolfi, pianist, performs at 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel. Astolfi, Piemont College Artist-in-Residence and international acclaimed pianist, presents a concert of important piano works.

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University of North Georgia n Feb. 12 – UNG Faculty: Virtual Jazz Piano Night, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Virtual Building.

Info: Connie Esford, 678-717-3930.

Voices of North Georgia n The first half of the upcoming 52nd annual season (2020-2021) will be completely virtual.

Its fall and Christmas performances will be shared through social media.

Info: www.voicesofnorthgeorgia.com.

• ABC Continued from Page 18 stork, anhingas, limpkins, ibis and a couple of endangered plants.

One member brought a pontoon boat, another brought a jet ski and we had a few member dinghies at our disposal.

We had plenty of free time to explore the area on our own.

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Our afternoon wildlife boat excursion, led by naturalist Doug Little, took Another group discovered Barberville’s Yard Art Emporium with more than two us back into several tributaries and to Mud Lake, where much of the birds and acres of brightly painted yard art, statuary and furniture. Several large metal wildlife had retreated because of high flamingoes, pottery turtles and even a water levels in the river. Cameras whirred as we spotted little blue herons, Grinch are now new residents of metro great blue herons, snowy egrets, a wood Atlanta.

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2020 Lake Lanier real estate in review; overall good news The following Lake Lanier real estate report was compiled and written by Sheila Davis, VP Partner, The Norton Agency. The report is part of the company’s Native Intelligence Forecast that will be released this month. Once available, it may be accessed online at: www.gonorton.com.

It’s been quite a year and I’ll bet we are all looking forward to moving on! For those of us who are fortunate enough to live at or near the lake, we are especially grateful this year for our beautiful lake that has provided so much peace and joy during this time.

Now for some good news! In 2020, Lake Lanier real estate experienced a 22 percent increase in sales activity and 21.7 percent price increase, in a year of Covid19 pandemic, political and civil unrest, and unusually high rain.

Buyers sought refuge at the lake from crowded cities to work, school and recreate from a new lake home. With historically low interest rates buyers traded up to more house and sellers happily down sized while benefitting from a quick, stress free sale.

2020 has been the lowest lake inventory I’ve seen in 20 years.

Buyers migrating from locked down states recognized the value

buyers are also winners by gaining a lake spot!

• 2019 vs 2020: 510 lake homes with private docks or homes in neighborhoods with marina dock access sold in 2020, a 40 percent increase over 2019. and scooped up luxury buys 401 lake homes with private tripling luxury sales for an alldocks closed vs 329 last year, a time record. Although we have no 22 percent increase. crystal ball, if sellers act on sell• Average price increases: ing in 2021 it could be another The average sales price for a winning year for both lake sellers home with a private dock was and buyers. $781,697, an increase of 21.7 per• 2020 lake sales surge: 2019 cent. The average sales price of was a banner year for Lake Lanier all Lake Lanier homes, including real estate, and 2020 rolled in homes in neighborhoods with with optimism. In March the pan- boat slips at neighborhood maridemic hit and quieted the market nas, was $650,000, a 5 percent infor about six weeks. During that crease overall. period online virtual showings • Sales to list price figures: were strong, and some onsite The average sales to list price was showings were happening under 96.2 percent and “days on marCovid guidelines. In May the pent ket” was 75, compared to last up demand created a flurry of year’s 95.7 percent and 108 days showings and sales between May on market. and December. Full price and • Luxury lake is hot: Luxury over list multiple offers were fly- lake sales really took off in 2020. ing for attractive homes on good 160 homes sold over $800,000 vs lots. January of 2021 will begin 88 homes in 2019. A record 90 with a historically low inventory homes over $1 million sold over of only 62 lake homes. 2020 only 26 in 2019. Days on market began the year with 200 homes was just 97, and the list to sales available, and that was a record price was 94.5 percent. Many low. The stage is set for another homes sold at full price or more seller’s market in 2021, although with multiple offers, predomi-

nately in the $800,000 to $1.2 million range. Luxury homes made up 31 percent of lake homes sales against last year’s 17 percent. It was a seller’s market with on average only 40 homes available at a time. In years past there have been over 100 homes on the market for buyers to choose from.

With demand high and supply low, sellers should not delay, and list first quarter of 2021.

• Second home demand increased in pandemic: With “work at home” and “school at

home” in 2020, it’s not surprising Lanier has seen many more buyers wanting a safe haven away from cities. The lake never shut down and was a safe haven that enabled residents to enjoy outdoor recreation while working and schooling from home. Many buyers are still chasing that elusive lake cottage under $500,000, if they can find it. These properties are scooped up in a day or two and with multiple offers. Act fast when you see it.

See Real Estate, page 39

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Outdoor Activity Calendar n New Year’s Day 5K, Cumming. 9 a.m. Jan. 1, North Forsyth Middle School, 3645 Coal Mountain Rd. $20-$25. www.fivestarntp.com. n First Day Hike, Mountain City. Bring in new year with 3-mile slightly strenuous hike to Lookoff Mountain, 9 a.m.-noon Jan. 1, Black Rock Mountain State Park, 3085 Black Rock Mountain Pkwy. $5 parking. Register in advance. 706-746-2141, www.gastateparks.org. n New Year’s Day 5K, Cumming. 9 a.m. Jan. 1, North Forsyth Middle School, 3645 Coal Mountain Rd. $15-$25. www.fivestarntp.com. n Braselton Lifepath 5K/8K. 9 a.m. Jan. 2, NGMC Braselton, 1400 River Place. $35-$40. www.runnersfit.com. n Holiday Tree Trail, Gainesville. Discover holiday trees decorated by artists, businesses and staff, through Jan. 3, Gainesville Garden of the Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1911 Sweet Bay Dr. Garden admission. www.atlantabg.org, 404888-4760. n 42th Annual Hogpen Hill Climb 18K/5K Piglet Run, Helen. 18K renowned as one of Georgia’s toughest races, easier 5K circles lake at state park, 11/9:30 a.m. Jan. 9, Unicoi State Park, 1788 Hwy. 356. $25-$65, $5 state park parking. www.active.com. n Ugly Pajama 5K, Johns Creek. 6 p.m. Jan. 9, Kids R Kids, 3835 Johns Creek Pkwy. Virtual option available. $20-$30. www.fivestarntp.com. n Chilli Willy 5K/10K/Half Marathon, Sugar Hill. 8:30 a.m. Jan. 16, Sugar Hill City Hall, 5039 W. Broad St. Virtual option available. $25-$55. www.fivestarntp.com. n Java Jog 5K/10K, Dawsonville. 8 a.m. Jan. 21, Moe’s Southwest Grill, 837 Ga. 400. Vir-

tual option available. $25-$40. www.fivestarntp.com.

On-Going n First Visit Tour, Helen. Van tour to covered bridge, Duke’s Creek, and cottages, 10-11:30 a.m. first Saturdays through Dec., Smithgall Woods State Park, 61 Tsalaki Trl. $5 parking.

706-878-3087, www.gastateparks.org. n Birds of Prey, Dawsonville. Get up close and personal with hawks, owls and falcons indoors, 10-10:30 a.m. Saturdays, Lodge Lobby, Amicalola Falls State Park, 418 Amicalola Falls Rd. $5 parking. 706-265-1969, www.amicalolafallslodge.com. n Meet A Reptile, Dawsonville. Get up close look at snakes and other north Georgia reptiles, 10-10:30 a.m. Sundays, Visitor’s Center, Amicalola Falls State Park, 418 Amicalola Falls Rd. $5 parking. 706-265-1969, www.amicalolafallslodge.com.

- Compiled by Jane Harrison See LLOP calendar for other outdoor activities, including paddling and rowing. See Don Carter State Park Facebook page for park activities.

Please note: Some events may be postponed or canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Please call or visit website prior to your trip.

Carefree Boat Sales conducts trials on Lanier efficiency, quicker acceleration, or top speed. As Carefree Boat Sales did each round of testing, it also changed the total weight in the boat. After completing the traditional two-person, limitedweight tests, testers put six people aboard and then 12 people on the boat to reflect who people use their boats.

“We wanted to test four of the top manufacturers against each other and quantify these and other questions. Are people really willing to pay more for another 5 to 10 miles per hour or better fuel economy when they purchase a boat? That, among other things, is what our trials will tell us.”

The trials took place over two days in early December in Big Creek on Lake Lanier in front of Holiday and Lazy Days marinas. Using a slalom course set up for the event, certified drivers took to the helms of 12 brand-new Premier Tritoons. Each was equipped with a 250 hp, 300 hp or 350 hp motor, provided by Honda, Suzuki, Yamaha and Mercury.

They also tested several twin-engine setups up to 700 horsepower.

The weather was brisk and clear both days. The drivers pushed the limits of the motors, documenting maneuverability, fuel efficiency, acceleration, and CREDIT PREMIER MARINE/PAUL ZIRBES other data.

Drivers pushed Premier tritoons to their “People don’t understand just how

By Pamela A. Keene Ask David Rothwell of Carefree Boat Sales how much difference an additional 50 or 100 horsepower will make and he’ll read you the book. In early December, Rothwell brought together outboard and propeller manufacturers to get to the bottom of the question.

He says it’s the question manufacturers and boating media have wanted to ask for years. And the results will help consumers looking to purchase motors.

“When you compare outboards from four different manufacturers at the same horsepower, all on the same model boat, you’d be surprised at the difference,” said Rothwell, who also owns Carefree Boat Club, based at Lazy Days Marina.

Depending on the make, you may get better handling or less noise, more fuel

maneuverability limits in recent tests.

See Trials, page 46

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Resolve to put more lake in your life this year

By Jane Harrison Did 2020 give you the blues?

Resolve to put a little more lake in your life this year. Lake Lanier beckons each month with possibilities to brighten perspectives for those seeking solace, camaraderie, or exertion on the blue expanse close to home. Don’t have a boat or lakeside property?

No need. The lake’s big enough and opportunities broad enough to welcome even the landlocked cul-de-sac dweller to the water’s edge. Here’s a month-by-month suggestion calendar to get you out there: January Winter Beach Bash/Polar Bear Swim: Run away from 2020 and into Lake Lanier on New Year’s Day at Lake Lanier Olympic Park. Instead of the traditional plunge from the docks, this year’s Polar Bears will sprint into the water to dip toes or dunk heads. Attendees can grab hot grub from a food truck and marvel at marshmallow snowmen.

Birding for winter migrants: A different population from the summer crowd flies in for winter.

Waterfowl from the north seek respite from frozen climates on Lanier’s warmer waters. Find a lakeside park or peninsula with a clear view to look for loons, hooded mergansers, and possibly eagles swooping down for fish.

Take binoculars.

Take a beautiful photo.

Crappie anyone?: On the night of the full moon, Feb. 27, wrap up and carry a bucket of minnows, cooler, lantern and fishing rods with bobbers to a dock or lake bank near you. Lantern lights attract bugs, bugs attract minnows, minnows attract bigger fish. Get set for a night of pulling in the crappie. Hint: try the fishing pier at Don Carter State Park or bank fishing at Wahoo Creek Park.

shaped flower that opens in late April and May. See it in full bloom while hiking the Laurel Ridge Trail starting and ending at Lanier’s Lower Overlook Park near Buford Dam.

Learn to row: Get a total body workout in a sport that combines endurance, strength, skill and feathering the oars. The Lake Lanier Rowing Club plans its first Learn to Row sessions in May. Join the crew.

March Trout fishing: Although all Georgia trout waters now permit year-round fishing, for many anglers March remains the traditional month to tie the flies, hitch up the waders, and swoosh the line. Try the Chattahoochee River, just below Buford Dam, or cast into the Lanier headwaters on the Chattahoochee near Helen.

Regatta time: Get roused up the first weekend of spring with a rowing regatta at Lake Lanier Olympic Park when the John Hunter Regatta returns (hopefully) March 20-21. Crews from across the Southeast take up oars in a season opener on the Olympic channel, showing off the athleticism, grace, and camaraderie of this historic water sport.

April Spring Chicken Festival: Ahh … spring is finally here!

Head back to Lake Lanier February Olympic Love the trees: Honor the Park for silent natural sentries of Lanier’s a chicken 700 miles of shoreline with a per- cook-off, sonal tribute to the roots, trunks music and branches that protect the and fun aquatic environment and wildlife on the on land. There’s no need to attend plaza. a formal Georgia Arbor Day Cel- Check ebration Feb. 21. Venture out to www.gainesville.org for dates. the water’s edge and admire the May silvery limbs quivering in the Laurel Ridge Hike: The breeze or emerald needles glisten- Georgia mountains aren’t the only ing above the blue. Hug a tree. domain of the delicate snowflake-

June Just try it under your own power: You don’t need a motorboat to get out on the water. Several sites, including Don Carter State Park and Lake Lanier Olympic Park, offer canoe, kayak and stand-up paddleboard rentals all summer long. The Lanier Canoe & Kayak Club can put a paddle in your hand and get you out there on a quiet cove.

July Celebrate Independence Day: Big celebrations may make a comeback! Stay tuned for fun and fireworks at Laurel Park and Margaritaville at Lake Lanier Islands. Or stay back and watch from nearby coves at dusk July 4 as colorful explosions burst from those popular venues. Get a head start the night of July 3 when the University Yacht Club’s private party shoots off fireworks visible from Burton Mill Park and vicinity.

August Head to the Beach: No need to drive hours for a sandy respite in the sun. Wiggle your toes and pitch your beach umbrella in tons of white sand on the lake.

Whether it’s at lake park or secluded island accessible only by boat, there’s a beach near you.

September Multicultural celebration: There’s nothing like it on the lake – the Atlanta Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival. Brilliantly colored boats outfitted with dragon heads and tails manned by 20-person teams race the Olympic channel while drummers furiously pound a rhythm. Cuisine – from southeast Asian eggrolls to north Georgia barbecue – simmers and steams on the plaza. Costumed acrobats and dancers, including a writhing dragon manipulated by multiple actors, prance to exotic tunes. It’s all happening Sept. 11 at Lake Lanier Olympic Park.

as River Forks Park, Bolding Mill Park, and War Hill Park. In addition, Don Carter State Park, a Georgia State Park, has campsites available.

November Headwater hike: See where it all starts. Venture north of Helen for a five-mile round trip hike to Chattahoochee Gap to see the spring that gives birth to the major tributary of Lake Lanier. A primitive sign at the intersection of the Appalachian Trail and Jack’s Knob Trail points the way to the Chattahoochee River’s source, a trickling spring in the Georgia mountains.

December Star gaze: As the longest night of the year approaches Dec. 21, look up into the darkness and muse about endless possibilities for the coming year. On a clear night on the lake, a myriad of stars sparkles, illustrating the countless opportunities for future joy and discovery. Put a fire in the firepit, build a small campfire, roast some marshmallows, toss a pebble in the water, meditate on the coming year.

October

Pitch a tent, pull up an RV: As the weather cools and leaves begin to turn, Georgia mountain campsites begin to fill. Instead, set up camp on the lake, where blue water makes the perfect backdrop for leaf looking. Add some fishing and perhaps a farewell to Indian summer dip (if you dare) to complete a lakeside autumn retreat. Many Corps parks provide tent and RV camping, as do Corps-city/county parks such

Holiday Boat Parade: See watercraft, from bass boats to houseboats, decked out in holiday lights in a parade from Port Royale to Buford Dam and back to Margaritaville on Lanier Islands (route may change). Decorate your boat for the festive cruise, watch by water or find a spot at a marina or along the shoreline to enjoy the holiday lake tradition.

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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.

Store: Sandwich shop; some boating supplies.

Store hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat./Sun. Types of fuel: 90 Non-ethanol; diesel Price of fuel: (as of 12/11/20) $3.19; $2.99 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 12/11/20): $3.59 premium; $3.39 unleaded; $2.49 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

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n GAINESVILLE MARINA Hours of operation: Office, 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 12/11/20) $3.29 (Dock open 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days a week; 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/Store/Dock, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Mon.Sat. Closed Sun. 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 12/11/20) $3.15 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 12/11/20) $3.49 non-ethanol; $2.75 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.

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 12/11/20) $3.29 regular; $3.29 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. PreFueling 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, (spring 2020, 254 units, up to 40’), all covered Types of fuel: non ethanol.

Price of fuel: (as of 12/11/20) $3.49 non-ethanol (Dock open 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat./Sun.) On-site eatery: Various restaurants including Landshark, Cantina, Tiki Bar Security: 24/7 Additional amenities: Margaritaville

n PORT ROYALE MARINA Hours of operation: Office/Store/Dock, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days a week. Will be closed Jan. 1-4, 2021 for holidays.

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 & Ship Store Types of fuel: 90 non-ethanol Price of fuel: (as of 12/11/20) $3.29 regular (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/Store/Dock, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days a week 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 12/11/20) $3.09, members; $3.49 nonmembers (Dock open 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Wed.-Mon.; closed on Tuesday’s due to Covid-19) 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 a.m.-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 12/11/20) $3.19 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 12/11/20) $3.49 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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Sprouting your own, and words from the ‘Old Farmer’s Almanac’ Baby, it’s cold outside! January’s the ideal month to browse online catalogues for vegetable and flower seeds while making progress toward your spring gardening. And there’s still time, really through the end of February, to move shrubs and plant new trees.

Online sites including Gurneys, Park Seed and Burpee offer a wide variety of new and triedand-true seeds and vegetable plants. We’ve ordered Jersey Knight and Jersey giant asparagus roots from Gurney’s over the years; each spring we enjoy fresh-picked tender asparagus.

If you’re interested in trying come heirloom tomatoes, such as Mortgage Lifter or Cherokee Purple, now’s the time to order seeds. Check out seedsavers.com and Southern Exposure Seed Exchange, southernexposure.com, national sites that specializes in promoting and preserving true heirloom and heritage plants.

Vegetables, berries, fruits, herbs and flowers with storied pasts populate both sites, although Southern Exposure has some pretty interesting back stories.

Did you know that mortgage lifter tomatoes, with their large

the growing season, check out joegardener.com. Joe Lamp’l, naPamela A. tional television gardening host, Keene offers several podcasts, plus episodes of his “Growing a Curb Greener World” television show Appeal that give excellent instruction and tips for starting seeds in January and February.

Rick and I are giving it a try this year and have purchased n MORE INFO: Email: LED grow lights, warming pads pam@pamelakeene.com and fans to set up a space in our lower level. We’ll let you know size, were developed in the 1930s how it goes. by a man nicknamed “Radiator Check out the Charlie” by crossing four very Old Farmer’s Almanac large tomatoes? He sold the Another new venture for us, Heirloom tomatoes. plants for $1 each – a high price the “Old Farmer’s Almanac” proin the 1940s – and was able to vides pretty accurate information can share them with readers. pay off the mortgage on his about weather patterns, growing Pamela A. Keene is senior house. tips and long-time wisdom – plus Cherokee Purple, a sweet-tast- a bit of humor – gleaned from ing deeper red-purple, is another nearly 230 years of publication. It delightful heirloom tomato. also offers some good fireside Continued from Page 20 Named by North Carolina tomato reading on cold, wintery days. aficionado and garden expert You can also order the “Old estimated insured damages of at Craig LeHoullier, craiglehoulFarmer’s Almanac Gardening least $125 million. The damage lier.com, it’s a gem of the garden. Calendar” and the “Everyday was so extensive in 11 counties He received some seeds from a Calendar” filled with trivia, folkin northern and central Georgia grower, grew them out and delore, gardening advice, jokes and that Gov. Sonny Perdue decided to name it for Cherokee Na- riddles. clared a state of emergency. A tive Americans.

If you’ve ever used the “Old state of emergency was also deIf you’re ordering seeds to Farmer’s Almanac,” please let us clared in some counties in start indoors and get a jump on know your best tips from it. We

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MARCH 2021

BFSC/SSC Poker Run / Mad Hatter LLSC Fleet Races LLSC Laser Frostbite #1 LLSC Laser Frostbite #2 LARC Winter #1 UYC Hosts UYC UYC Winter #2 LLSC Laser Frostbite #3 LARC Winter #2 BFSC Hosts LLSC Laser Frostbite #4 LLSC Laser Frostbite #5 UYC UYC Winter #3

1/1/2021 1/2/2021 1/3/2021 1/2/2021 1/10/2021 1/16/2021 1/17/2021 1/23/2021 1/24/2021 1/31/2021 1/31/2021

FEBRUARY 2021 UYC LLSC LARC LLSC LLSC UYC LARC LLSC

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2/6/2021 2/7/2021 2/13/2021 2/14/2021 2/21/2021 2/21/2021 2/27/2021 2/28/2021

LLSC LLSC LLSC SSC UYC BFSC LLSC LLSC LLSC

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MAY 2021

Laser Southerns Atlanta Cup- One Design Regatta Ga Tech Collegiate Regatta Lormand Cup UYC Winter #5/Com. Cup BFSC Spring #1 Gov Cup/LLSC commissioning Dogwood Regatta Ga Tech Open Regatta

3/6/2021 3/13/2021 3/13/2021 3/13/2021 3/13/2021 3/14/2021 3/20/2021 3/26/2021 3/27/2021

APRIL 2021 BFSC LLSC BFSC UYC LLSC LLSC UYC LLSC LLSC BFSC LLSC SSC LLSC

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BFSC Spring #2 Thursday Porsmouth #1 BFSC Spring #3 UYC Winter #6 Wednesday Night series 1 - #1 PHRF Championship Race #1 UYC Winter 7 Wednesday 1 - #2 Thursday Porsmouth #2 Around Alone MC Rebel Rouser Regatta Masters (Skippers over 50) Wednesday 1 - #3

4/3/2021 4/8/2021 4/10/2021 4/11/2021 4/14/2021 4/17/2021 4/18/2021 4/21/2021 4/22/2021 4/24/2021 4/24/2021 4/25/2021 4/28/2021

BFSC LLSC LLSC LLSC BFSC LLSC BFSC LLSC LLSC LARC BFSC LLSC

BFSC Spring #4 Wednesday 1 - #4 Thursday Porsmouth #3 LLSC Boat Show BFSC Spring #5 Wednesday 1- #5 J Holcomb Women’s Regatta Melges 24 SE Inland Regatta Wednesday 1 - #6 Moonlight Race #1 BFSC Spring #6 Wednesday 1 - #7

5/2/2021 5/5/2021 5/6/2021 5/8/2021 5/8/2021 5/12/2021 5/15/2021 5/15/2021 5/19/2021 5/22/2021 5/23/2021 5/26/2021

See Sailing, page 46

For more information, visit www.SailLanier.com and click on the club that's hosting the race.

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• Migration from other states: Lanier has seen increased migration from out of state buyers leaving pandemic lockeddown states for job opportunities, better quality of life and weather, with less restrictions and taxes. Our beautiful lake is attractive to those moving from other waterfront areas and Buyers see our prices as more appealing.

• Multi-slip subdivisions gain popularity: New and existing lake neighborhoods with marina style docks were hot as builders’ spec homes, custom builds and resales hit the market, contributing to a 40 percent increase in total lake homes sold.

Subdivisions such as The Reserve at Lake Lanier, Hickory Lakeside, Dawson Pointe, Chestatee on Lake Lanier, and Chestatee Cove on the west side of the lake and Marina Bay, Harbour Point, Summercrest and others, on mid and north lake, and Cresswind at Lake Lanier and Bay Point on the southeast side, have provided new home and resale options for buyers wanting a more traditional neighborhood feel and amenities.

• High lake level trend: A full lake is always good for lake recreation and home sales, although I must say a few more sunny weekends this year would be nice!

Thanks to rain and good Corps management, lake levels have been high for more than three years, and except for a few

years that dropped just below 1065, it’s been consistently high since 2011.

• Boat dock upgrades, safety and maintenance: Boats are getting larger and making larger wakes due to the popularity of wake boarding and wake surfing. There are only about 30 days a year of big traffic days, but homeowners are seeing the need to maintain and replace old docks to adapt to the increased lake activity. Homes with newer docks and larger boat slips are in demand and well maintained, safe docks are better received by buyers.

• Lake home trends: Updated kitchens and baths have been a top priority for lake buyers for years. With the pandemic, we are now seeing the resurgence of the home office(s) and Zoom spaces as work and school at home have been in the spotlight.

Buyers also are attracted to comfortable outdoor spaces such as covered decks and patios, pools, hot tubs, fireplaces and firepit areas.

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Researchers seek volunteers for monarch conservation Each fall, thousands of monarch butterflies stream across the southern U.S. on their journey to wintering grounds in central Mexico. In the spring, this eastern population of monarchs returns to the U.S. and Canada to breed.

But not all monarchs migrate to Mexico. Some breed throughout the winter in the southern U.S., and scattered reports show that other monarchs might overwinter here in a non-reproductive state. Researchers and others studying monarchs are seeking more information to understand why and what it might imply for monarchs, a candidate for listing under the federal Endangered Species Act. For this, they need the public’s help.

In a collaborative effort called Journey North, Monarchs Across Georgia, the University of Georgia and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources are encouraging people to report monarch sightings from December through March in coastal states including Georgia. The other states are Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, South Carolina, and North Carolina.

“We are reaching out to you, the community of nature enthusi-

asts and monarch observers, to ask for your help in monitoring locations of wintering monarchs in the U.S,” said Sonia Altizer, an ecology professor at the University of Georgia and director of Project Monarch Monarch butterfly.

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Understanding monarch migration and overwintering behavior is critical to conserving these butterflies. Studies have shown that monarch migration has changed in recent years in response to human activity.

Journey North coordinator Nancy Sheehan pointed out that citizen scientists have “a long history of being a part of scientific discoveries. I am sure the Journey North community – and future members – will hear this call to action and not only submit sightings but don their boots to help with any targeted conservation ef-

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forts identified through this effort.”

For 25 years, observers have reported monarch and milkweed observations to Journey North.

The information was then used to create real-time mapping visualizations of monarch migration and the presence of milkweed, the only plant that monarch caterpillars eat.

Monarch observations can be submitted December-March to the Journey North citizen-science project. Visit journeynorth.org/ monarchs to learn how to report monarch sightings.

Various fishing/hunting licenses offered by state Although the holiday season has come and gone, there is a perfect gift for the outdoors enthusiast that works any time of the year.

A fishing and/or hunting license is good all year long and it benefits wildlife and the wild places they enjoy, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division.

A youth license, a lifetime license or an annual hunting or fishing license are all great examples of how to give access to the great outdoors, and provide support for Georgia wildlife and state-managed lands. Youth and lifetime licenses come with a plastic card.

Youth License: The Youth Sportsman’s License is $15 and is for those under 16. The license provides for both hunting and fishing privileges, and is good through age 17, giving them a full year sportsman’s license once they reach age 16

(when they are required to have a license).

Resident Lifetime Licenses: With a lifetime license, a Georgia resident hunter or angler will not need to pay for another state hunting or fishing license – ever! From hunting trophy whitetails to casting for lunker largemouths, their cherished recreation in Georgia is covered. Applications and document details are at www.georgiawildlife.com.

Annual or Other Licenses: Can’t purchase a lifetime license? How about an annual or 2-year license? This purchase provides your sportsman or See License, page 46

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2020’s difficulties have led to trends in home design, remodeling As the year 2020 has finally come to a close and we look ahead with hope for a better and brighter 2021, it’s time again to look to the trends in home design and remodeling. A lot of these trends have been brought about by the changes in lifestyle that 2020 caused. With everyone stuck at home for the majority of last year, a lot of people decided to remodel and redesign their existing homes as real estate prices continued to skyrocket.

The biggest trend that 2020 brought about and is expected to retain its popularity throughout the new year is multipurpose, or multi-function, rooms. Functionality is key when it comes to redesigning or remodeling any space, but especially for rooms that serve a dual purpose. As families have been at home working remotely, learning remotely, and also trying to find a work-life balance through the chaos, it’s been as important as ever to have dedicated workspace. Working at the dining room table or kitchen island may work for some, but for most, there are too many distractions. Converting an area of the home that’s infrequently used is a great way to add a dedicated

option of an addition if your lot allows.

Sara Now to the minor, but just as Bagwell important, details: color and material trends for 2021. Grays conDesign & tinue to be popular; even one of Remodel Pantone’s colors of the year is called Ultimate Gray. The other color of the year, according to Pantone, is called Illuminating, a bright, golden yellow. Yellow is a nMORE INFO: tracytesmerremodeling.com common thread among other brands’ color trends for 2021, as work zone. Maybe your kids have well, including Sherwin Williams outgrown a playroom or you have and Benjamin Moore. Showing some space in a bonus room or that we need something bright guest bedroom. These rooms and uplifting after the past year. could easily be rearranged and re- The other trend we’re seeing in decorated to create a home office, terms of color is a move back to whether for yourself or for kids earth tones. For a long time, cool doing online learning. It would grays reigned, but now warmer require a little more work and grays are taking over along with money, but maybe a basement, brown tones, terracotta, earthy part of a garage, or attic space greens, and teals. These warmer may just be holding junk, but tones can have a calming effect, could be revamped and finished which we all could use right now. as an office.

In terms of materials, wood elNow is the time to clear the ements and accents are still very clutter and get creative with the popular. Think stained cabinetry, existing space in your home. wooden beams, and wood floorMaybe you say there’s just no ing. Quartz is still the most popuroom to spare? A deck or patio lar material for countertops due to could be converted to a condiits durability and color options, tioned space, like a sunroom, that but we’ve been seeing more can have many uses, or there’s the quartzites and hard marbles, as

well. These materials are harder than other natural stones and have beautiful color and marbling. You can really create a custom look with these options. Although natural materials are still popular, we also have seen a surge in Luxury Vinyl Plank, or LVP. This flooring option has the durability of vinyl with the look of wood. If you have kids and/or pets you know the struggle of keeping real hardwood clean and scratch-free. LVP can hold up to pretty much anything you put up against it, including moisture. It’s great for bathrooms, laundry rooms, basements, and more. We haven’t seen Luxury Vinyl Tile, or LVT, take off quite the same way, as people still prefer porcelain when it comes to tile. Of course, Age-inPlace design is one of the top requests I receive, when it comes to remodeling and design, but I’ll get into that more in a later month.

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Part of a kitchen island can be converted to work space.

Following trends is fun, but don’t go overboard when it comes to incorporating trends, else your home will run the risk of looking too “trendy.” Fortunately, a lot of the elements we expect to take over in 2021 are natural, classic materials that can be incorporated in a timeless way. Above all else, making your home functional and comfortable so that it works for your style and lifestyle is always on trend. Here’s to a happy and healthy 2021!

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PHOTOS FROM THE PEACH STATE

Looking back at destinations while enduring pandemic With the pandemic obviously continuing into 2021, Georgia offers a great number of unique experiences and beautiful vistas that would be hard to duplicate anywhere else. From the Cumberland Island National Seashore, to the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains you will find scenic beaches, picturesque rivers and lakes, romantic getaways, thundering waterfalls and friendly people throughout! Therefore, rather than waste this space with words, Enjoy the photos of the fabulous Peach State!

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Watson Mill Bridge Near Athens, above. Sunrise at St. Marys, below.

Looking at Toccoa Falls, above.

Downtown Helen, below.

The Dungeness ruins on Cumberland Island, above.

Solitude on the Georgiab beaches below.

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PHOTOS FROM THE PEACH STATE • Travel

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Poling through the Okeefenokee Swamp.

The Dam at Nora Mill on the Chattahoochee River.

Cockspur Light in the Savannah River near Tybee Island.

Sailing schooner on the Georgia coast.

PHOTOS BY BILL VANDERFORD

People playing in the falling water at Indian Springs State Park.

Georgia sunset on the coast, left.

Great Blue Herons are common in Georgia, above.

Photographing Amicalola Falls, right.

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CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE Business for sale: Popstop, bed and breakfast. Fishcamp/bait store & convenience store. 770-967-9379.

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

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Recreation Guide for Lake Lanier Provided by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers The Corps of Engineers welcomes you to beautiful Lake Sidney Lanier. Located just 35 miles northeast of Atlanta, the lake offers some of the finest camping opportunities in the South. The Corps operates 7 campgrounds at Lake Lanier. Info: www.lakesidenews.com/camping.

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