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

Vol. 19 Issue 9

A BEAUTIFUL BACKGROUND

INSIDE THIS ISSUE Lake economy mixed As Lake Lanier brimmed at its highest summer level ever, one might expect a booming lake economy buoyed by high waters. But, many lake area businesses report the rain that raised the lake above full pool since early spring has plummeted their bottom line for the season. Page 60

Lake resort becoming a draw for wedding ceremonies

Riverkeeper Lanier cruise Tourists cruising Lake Lanier with Chattahoochee Riverkeeper founder Sally Bethea learned some surprising facts about the lake’s water quality, history and other issues. Page 39

Visiting Boston During my two days of touring in Boston, I was amazed at the historical buildings and artifacts that have been preserved among the modern skyscrapers. Page 66 Also inside: Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Break from the lake . . . . . . . .Page Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Captain’s comments . . . . . . . .Page Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page COE column . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Cruising Wilsons . . . . . . . . . . .Page Dining guide . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Fishing column . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Glenn Burns . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Lake Lanier Olympic Venue . . .Page Lake levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Lanier map . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Marinas information . . . . . . . .Page Outdoor activity calendar . . . .Page Recreation guide . . . . . . . . . .Page Safety guide . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Sailing calendar . . . . . . . . . . .Page Shore Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Page Steve Johnson . . . . . . . . . . . .Page US Coast Guard Auxiliary . . . . .Page

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Lake weddings: With 20 venues now tailored for weddings, Lake Lanier Islands Resort is succeeding in its focus on “that special day.” The resort says it will host some 200 weddings in the upcoming year. Story, page 50.

For more info, see our ad on pages 8 & 9.

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Sailors take to the water for a good cause 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

Special Olympian shares his talent with T-shirt design

By Pamela A. Keene Dale Jones, 50, shares his artistic talent with Lake Lanier sailors, creating the artwork that’s been showcased on the Special Olympic Regatta T-shirts for the past five years. But to Dale, it’s more than about drawing sailboats for T-shirts.

He and thousands of other athletes are Special Olympians who compete across the state in both

winter and summer games, made possible in part by the able-bodied sailors of Lake Lanier who raise money to complete in the annual Special Olympics Regatta each September.

This year’s 14th annual event takes place September 13-15 and is headquartered at Sunrise Cove Marina. Skippers will raise a minimum of $250 to enter their boats into the competitive event that

Contributing writers Phillip Sartain, Roy Crittenden, Tommy Wilkinson, Millie Adcox, Mike Rudderham, Glenn Burns, Bob & Carolyn Wilson, Lisa Beers, Jane Harrison Steve Johnson

Skippers’ meeting on Friday evening. Two days of racing begins on Saturday morning at 11.

After a full day of races skippers, crew, family and friends will enjoy the Skippers’ Reception, dinner and live music by the band Poverty Level. Drinks and food sponsors include Pilgrim’s Pride, See SOG, page 12

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Travel Editor Bill Vanderford Lakeside is published monthly by Lanier Publishing, Inc. based in Gainesville, GA, with distribution in some 300 locations around Lake Lanier and other areas. Opinions expressed by contributing writers are not necessarily those of Lakeside, its staff or its advertisers.

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also includes a couple of parties, dinner, raffles, a silent auction and prizes. The grand prize, for the skipper who raises the most money, is a 4-day, 3-night Wyndham Resort vacation in one of three locations – the Bahamas, Mexico or the Dominican Republic.

The weekend begins with the

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GREAT LAKE VIEWS! Double Slip Dock w/ party deck, 5 screened porches, master suite w/FP, Easy walk to dock, Finished Terrace Level, 5 BD/4 BA. Reduced $725K (Gainesville)

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21385

Single Slip Dock, 4BD/ 3.5 BA, Updated Kitchen & Baths, SunRoom, Views to the Water, In-Law Suite on Terrace, Spa, Owner Financing. $599K (Cumming)

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16845

Teresa Smith Double Slip Dock on Chestatee Bay. SOLD FULLY FURNISHED for Instant Lake Living, Loaded w/upgrades, perfect every season, 3/3 plus room for 4th bedroom. $639K (Forsyth)

21475

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REDU Corp recommends upgrading to double slip dock, Mobile with screened porch, 2 BD/2BA, Easy Walk to lake. Reduced: $155K (Dawsonville)

Double Slip Dock w/Party Deck, Two Story Great Room & FP, Lake views, 4 BD/3.5 BA Granite, Executive Home. Reduced: $597K (Gainesville)

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Single Slip Dock w/party deck, 2 lots combined, park like setting,20 x 20 covered screen porch overlooking lake, 5/4, 3 finished levels. $825K (Flowery Branch)

21535

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CED U D E R Renovated Ranch, 3 BD/2 BA, .5 mile to lake, Huge Deck, new flooring, carpet & paint. $118K (Oakwood)

Looking for A Lake Lot? Gainesville: Single Slip at Shared Dock, Grass to water, $109,900, #18385

NEW LISTING - 3/2 Master on the main. Vaulted ceilings, full unfinished basement w/ HUGE workshop & garage door for all of your toys! Deep water S/S dock on south lake. Large screened porch for your morning coffee! $409,000 (Flowery Branch)

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21525 Hidden Harbour, Owner Financing, Deep Water. $399K (Gainesville)

Flowery Branch: Commercial Building, $159K, #13095

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R UNDE T! AC R T N CO Double Slip Dock w/Party Deck, Grass to Water Level lot, South Lake Location, 4BD/4BA, Finished Terrace Level, $650K (Buford)

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Double Slip Dock/Party Deck, Screened Porch, 2 BD/2BA. ALWAYS DEEP WATER! Grandfathered road to lake. Reduced: $249K (Dawsonville)

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ED! C U D RE Single Slip Dock /Party Deck, 1.36 acres, sold fully furnished, 3BD/2.5BA, renovated kitchen & baths, finished terrace. $389K Gainesville-Forsyth

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21505

21445 Sunset Views. $479K Reduced (Buford)

North Hall: 2 lots with Single Slip Docks, $139-$169, #12875 Flowery Branch: Build your own Cabin, Build now or later, deeded slip in Community Dock, $39K to $89K, #13095

2 MASTER SUITES! Over an acre. Private and Gated -Close to hospital! S/S Dock w/party Deck, 4 sides Brick, Lake Views, Professionally Land-scaped, 3 car Garage, Finished Terrace level, Huge Patio, 5 BD/3.5 BA. $649K (Gainesville)

Calling all fishermen! 1/2 mile from Balus Creek biat ramp!Lake frontage & no dock, Updated Kitchen & Baths, south lake location, Upstairs loft, finished Terrace Level,5 BD/3.5 BA. $330K (Buford)

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Single Slip Dock w/Party Deck, Cottage in North Hall, 3/2 easy walk to dock. SOLD FULLY FURNISHED for Instant Lake Living. Priced to sell, $199K (Gainesville)

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D L SO Single Slip Dock w/party deck. Nearly new mobile (1998) 3 BR/2BA, Screened Porch. Reduced: $229k (Dawsonville)

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Gated Neighborhood, Community dock & amenities, 4/3.5 on 1.1 acre with private indoor pool. $229K (Gainesville)

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Private, gated 2.16 acre lake front home. No dock. Multigenerational home with full kitchen, living room, 2 bed/1 bath on terrace level. HUGE great room and Master on the main. Plenty of parking for family and friends! $299K (Gainesville)

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THE PATTI CHAMBERS TEAM THE LAKE HOME YOU'VE ALWAYS DREAMED OF MAY NOW BE AFFORDABLE ... CALL US! $675,000 $499,500

The Chambers Team 631 Dawsonville Hwy • Gainesville, GA 30501

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

$229,000

$849,000 $559,900

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UNDER T C A R T N CO WONDERFUL CITY LAKE HOME. Truly one of the most beautiful big water lots on Lanier. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, fireplace, family room, LR/DR, gorgeous views. Long driveway offers complete privacy.

Covered boat dock. Call Patti.

ENJOY ONE LEVEL CITY LIVING in this very special lake home. 1.75 acres of complete privacy! 9' ceilings, exposed beams, 3 BR/3BAs on main, 2BRs/1BA on terrace level. 3 FPs, screened porch. Very gradual lot & always deep water. Covered boat dock. Call Patti.

VERY CLOSE TO THE WATER with 24x24 single slip dock has composite decking. Swim platform and jet ski drive on ramp. Approx 10' deck across back w/covered porch. New roof, new floor covering, hot water heater. Excellent weekender, fishing cabin or homesite.

$599,000

$1,399,000

PERFECT RETREAT ON LAKE LANIER. Always deep water. Just a few steps to the enclosed boat dock which has never been on ground. House is perfectly sited to maximize spectacular water views.

Custom built open floor plan with hardwood floors, lg dining rm, kitch, 2 FPs, master on main, screened porch, finished basement w/in law suite, 5BR/4BA. First time on the market. Call for appointment.

BREATHTAKING VIEWS OF LAKE LANIER can be enjoyed from virtually every room of this home. The tranquility of this picturesque setting and natural beauty will be unmatched. Finest architectural details. Enjoy the sound of the 100' waterfalls. 2 complete apartments, 3 kitchens, 2 screened porches. Covered boat dock. One of the most beautifully landscaped lots on Lake Lanier! Situated on 1.6 acres.

$1,900,000

$449,000

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LUXURIOUS 7 ACRE ESTATE. All brick home w/copper roof. Finest materials, superior craftsmanship, custom throughout. Gentle slope to lake. Enclosed boat dock. Call Patti.

STATELY BRICK TWO STORY HOME IN CHEROKEE FORREST within minutes of chattahoochee country club and golf course. With 6BR/5.5BA, this residence is richly detailed in design and function. A few exceptional features include 2 story foyer, 9' ceilings plus treyed, gourmet kitchen, outdoor FP & covered porch.

This lake front property includes a single slip covered boat dock. This is also a swim/tennis neighborhood.

$549,000 $450,000

FABULOUS CITY LAKE HOME w/nice lake view.

Situated on 1.448 ac of privacy. Impeccably maintained inside and out. Elevator, study, 2FPs, 5 BR's, lots of natural light, brick exterior, fin terrace level makes a perfect in-law suite w/private driveway.

Gorgeous yard, gardening shed or playhouse at rear of property. Dock!

$359,000

$395,000

BEAUTIFUL VIEWS FROM ALL ROOMS! Great water and dock with party deck. You must see this completely refurbished lake home! Beautiful kitchen with granite tops and stainless appliances. Screened porch overlooking big water. Super bonus room upstairs, master on main, 2 bedrooms and bath on terrace level plus family/rec room. The perfect lake home and so affordable!

LAKE FRONT TREE HOUSE RETREAT! Private cove with dock. Master on main level with finished terrace level. Call Patti!

$275,000 per lot!

UNDER T C A R T N CO 2 BEAUTIFUL POINT LAKE LOTS IN NORTH HALL. Dock permit in place. Call Patti!

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

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Five top excuses not to wear a life jacket For a number of years the events surrounding the promotion of National Safe Boating Week (observed in May of each year) have stressed the wearing of life jackets by recreational boaters at all times while under way. Consider for a moment the reasoning behind that strategy. According to Coast Guard boating accident statistics for 2011, there were 533 drownings in the U.S., and 84 percent (415) were not wearing a life jacket. The great majority of time, when boating accidents occur, entry into the water is unexpected, providing no time to grab a life jacket. If we have an individual in the water with perhaps a head injury or some other type of injury, that makes it difficult to swim, even if they knew how.

Here are more sobering facts about life jacket wear according to the Coast Guard Life Jacket Wear Rate Observation Study done in 2012: • Adults in open motorboats – 5 percent were wearing a life jacket • All boaters excluding PWC boaters- 18 percent were wearing a life jacket • Youthful boaters (17 and younger) – 67.5 percent were wearing a life jacket.

Safe boating course set for Sept. 21

wear a life jacket. During an emergency, clothing can become heavy or waterlogged while in the Roy water.

Crittenden 3. “It’s too hot and doesn’t look cool.” Old fashioned, bulky USCG orange life jackets have been reAuxiliary placed with new styles, like inflatable life jackets that may resemble a pair of suspenders or a MORE INFO: 770-393-4382, belt pack. These are much cooler in the warmer weather. alcrit@mindspring.com, 4. “It gets in the way.” There Flotilla 29 Lake Lanier, are life jacket styles available for http://a0700209.uscgaux.info any recreational water activity – As you know, in Georgia chil- fishing, water sports, hunting, dren younger than 13 are required paddling and more. There are even styles for pets! by law to wear a life jacket if in 5. “Nothing is going to happen the open cockpit of a boat. to me.”

Face it, accidents happen.

With statistics like this, one Boating can be a fun, safe and enhas to wonder why more people joyable activity, but when the don’t automatically put on a life “Wear It” message is ignored, the jacket upon leaving the dock. consequences can be grim.

Well, someone asked many of Just ask Richard VanDermark, them why they did not do so, and an experienced boater and a naviaccording to the National Safe Boating Council who did the sur- gation officer in Orange County, New York, about the importance vey, here were the top five reaof life jacket wear. VanDermark sons given: recalls the day he went tubing 1. “I have life jackets on with his family in 2011 when he board.” Having life jackets on slipped while helping his grandboard the vessel is not enough. son onto the boat, hitting his head Accidents happen too fast to put and falling into the water. Thanks on a stowed life jacket. to wearing his life jacket, his son2. “I’m a strong swimmer.” in-law quickly pulled him out of Even a strong swimmer needs to

Flotilla 29 of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, Lake Lanier, announces a one-day, seven-lesson “About Boating Safely” course. The course is scheduled for Saturday, September 21, 2013. This course also serves as a PWC certified course for children under the age of 16.

This course will be given at the Coast Guard Auxiliary Operations Center, 6595 Lights Ferry Rd., Flowery Branch, Ga., on the left just before the entrance to Aqualand Marina.

Classes run from 8:30 a.m.

until 4:30 p.m. and cost is $40.

Discounts available for additional family members.

Course contents include: • Know your boat • Before getting underway • Navigating the waterways • Operating your vessel safely • Boating’s legal requirements • Boating emergencies • Enjoying watersports • State of Georgia regulations Successful completion of this course may result in a reduction in your boat’s insurance premium.

MORE INFO: Pat Lindsey, Flotilla Commander Flotilla 29 • 770 271-4059 • lakelanier.ga@aol.com

Contacting USCGA in an emergency on Lanier The USCGA Operations Center with watch stander is open from mid-May through September, weekends and holidays, from 1 p.m. until 7 p.m., and can be reached by VHF/FM marine radio on Channel 16 or by cell phone by calling 770-967-2322. the water and performed CPR. “There is no doubt in my mind that my life jacket saved my life.

No matter how good a swimmer you are, you never know what will happen when you’re boating,” said VanDermark. “Always wear your life jacket.”

Inflatable life jackets have been authorized for wear by Coast Guard Auxiliarists and can be bought in the Atlanta area for less than $100, much less than when originally introduced.

Roy Crittenden is the Public Affairs Officer for Flotilla 29.

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Sheila Davis

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The Norton Agency 434 Green Street, Gainesville, GA 30501

770-235-6907 • sdavis@nortonnorthga.com

770.536.1250 THE POWER TO PERFORM

$1,299,000

$995,000

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

SPECTACULAR HOME WITH THREE LEVELS! Lake Lanier resort living & big enough for all your family and friends. 5BR/6B with three master suites.Twin slip dock in deep water! 6414 CHESLA DR. GAINESVILLE FMLS#5170238

$549,000

$569,000

AMAZING OPEN SUNSET VIEWS & GRASS TO WATER FROM THIS UPDATED COTTAGE WITH TWIN SLIP DOCK! 3BR/2B, with sep guest apartment, bonus rm, terrace level game room, two covered porches! 3360 LOOPER LAKE COVE, GAINESVILLE 30506 FMLS#5147768

PICTURE PERFECT 4BR/3B RANCH ON FINISHED TERRACE LEVEL! Great views and easy walk to s-slip dock. Renovated gorgeous home! 2553 BRIDGEWATER DRIVE, GAINESVILLE 30506 FMLS# 5155438

$469,000

COZY LAKE GET-A-WAY ON THE CHESTATEE WITH 4BR/3B AND SINGLE SLIP DOCK! Great Views! Updates include kitchen and finished terrace level. 8905 KNOLL DRIVE, GAINESVILLE 30506 FMLS#5122684

$625,000

QUAINT SOUTHERN LIVING HOME ON QUIET NORTH END WITH DEEP WATER DOCK! Great views and gentle to the water, this 4BR home features a finished terrace level.

5800 RIDGEWATER CIRCLE, GAINESVILLE 30506 FMLS#5150378

$1,850,000

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

$665,000

$449,000

IDEAL LAKE COTTAGE AT WATER’S EDGE! 32X32 S-SLIP DOCK. 4BR/3B Lake views & incredible price on this 2006 built home with finished terrace level. Vaulted open plan, hardwood flrs & FP. Sold well below current appraisal. FMLS#5133813 2517 VENTURE LANE, GAINESVILLE 30506

$299,000

FABULOUS POINT LOT WITH TERRIFIC VIEWS & WATER AT S-SLIP DOCK! 4BR/4B Well crafted ranch home with two vaulted porches, two masters and kitchens. Lower level finished with in-law suite. Bring the whole family! FMLS# 5126848 9390 RALDON RD, GAINESVILLE (FORSYTH) 30506

$499,000

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BEST VALUE! SOUTH LAKE’S BEST WATER AND VIEWS JUST MINUTES TO PORT ROYALE AND I-985! 4BR/5B. S-Slip dock in deepest water. Like two homes, with lower level kitchen, master and laundry. 3 Screened porches and FP’s.

FMLS#5127897 4709 VIRGINIA, OAKWOOD 30566

$479,000

NEWER 4BR/2.5B LAKE HOME WITH GENTLE WALK TO S-SLIP DOCK! Vaulted GR with rock FP, hardwood flrs, master on main, and full daylight Basement for expansion! 336 TOTO DRIVE, DAWSONVILLE 30534 FMLS#5124866

$385,000

PICTURESQUE INCREDIBLE DEEP WATER LOT WITH FANTASTIC YEAR ROUND VIEWS! ENJOY CABIN NOW, OR BUILD! Single slip dock. DEEP water. 9335 LONG HOLLOW, GAINESVILLE, FORSYTH COUNTY 30506 FMLS#4294965

AFFORDABLE LAKE FRONT LIVING IN PRESTIGIOUS GAINESVILLE/NORTH HALL N’HOOD! 5BR’s/3.5B picture perfect brick front home in sought after Mount Vernon Pointe! Finished terrace level with guest suite, ready for second kitchen. Large and private backyard with path to the lake and CORPS frontage for fishing, swimming, kayaking and more!Boat ramp within a mile. 3874 ALEXANDRIA, GAINESVILLE 30506 FMLS#5102457 VIRTUALTOUR@ www.Obeo.com/764251

$1,389,000

$695,000

CAPTIVATING 3.5 ACRE ESTATE SITE NEAR CHATTAHOOCHEE COUNTRY CLUB AREA WITH GRASS TO WATER VIEWS & PRIVATE GRANDFATHERED BOATHOUSE. One of the last great lots on Lanier, includes two small cottages. See video tour@ www.1189AntiochCampground.com. FMLS# 5143948

PREMIER TWO ACRE ESTATE LOT IN QUIET ESTABLISHED COUNTRY CLUB AREA WITH PRIVATE TWIN SLIP DEEP WATER DOCK. Adjacent to Lake Lanier estate homes and short drive to Chattahoochee Country Club and golf. 1185 ANTIOCH CAMPGROUND RD, GAINESVILLE 30506 FMLS#5156265

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Sheila Davis

www.LakeLaniersFinest.com

The Norton Agency 434 Green Street, Gainesville, GA 30501

770-235-6907 • sdavis@nortonnorthga.com

770.536.1250 THE POWER TO PERFORM

$3,499,000

INCREDIBLE PRIME LAKE ESTATE ON 6 ACRES WITH POTENTIAL 2ND HOMESITE! TWO DOCK PERMITS. Separate Apt and 6 car garage. Perfect for family compound or retreat. 3633 LOOPER LAKE POINTE, GAINESVILLE FMLS# 4213782

$899,000

PERFECT 10! SOUGHT AFTER SOUTH LAKE WATER, LOCATION AND VIEWS! Gentle and private lot with private deep water dock! 2008 Custom craftsman built ranch 4BR/4.5Bs with finished terrace level. Four car garage. 5786 HIDDEN COVE, GAINESVILLE 30504 FMLS#5187259

$3,250,000

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D L O S MAGNIFICENT GATED LAKE LANIER ESTATE WITH AMAZING PANORAMIC VIEWS … GAINESVILLE. Situated on 3.38 acres with two private twin slip docks. Three finished levels, with full in-law suite plus one BR guest house. Gunite pool with spacious pool house with outdoor kitchen and fireplace! Five car garage. Two lots and two docks included. Orig price $$4.4M. FMLS#5042958 www.mountvernonroadestate.info

$2,150,000

$1,950,000

STATELY AND ELEGANT BRICK LAKE HOME IN SOUGHT AFTER PRESTIGIOUS LOCATION IN GAINESVILLE, NORTH HALL, WITH GUNITE POOL AND GRANDFATHERED TWIN SLIP BOATHOUSE! Gorgeous quality and upgrades with spacious grass to water lot and scenic lake views! 5BR/5.5B with three car garage, room for expansion, and wonderful private and peaceful setting. 3230 DUNLAP DRIVE, GAINESVILLE 30506 FMLS#5074347

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

$1,199,000

$1,299,000

PRESTIGIOUS GATED POINTE WEST WITH SOUTHLAKE SAILING WATERS! FABULOUS SOUTHLAKE VIEWS AND TWIN SLIP PRIVATE DOCK! Corps line almost to water’s edge. Spacious and grand design with main level living and finished terrace level!

4BR/4.5B with top of the line features including two story GR w/ barrel ceiling & stone FP, main level study, all hardwood floors on main, cooks kitchen open to two story keeping room, and terrace level with wet bar, family room w/FP and billiards room.

5660 POINT WEST DRIVE, OAKWOOD 30566 FMLS#5139721

CAPTIVATING SUNSET VIEWS! LUX SOUTH LAKE LIVING IN SOUGHT AFTER “POINTE SOUTH”! EXQUISITE 5BR LAKE HOME WITH TWIN SLIP DEEP WATER DOCK IN PRIVATE SOUTH LAKE COVE! Three finished levels of luxury living on 1.69 AC spacious lot…great privacy! Video tour @www.5326PointSouthDrive.info. FMLS#5149269

$989,000

$875,000

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

LIVE THE LAKE LIFESTYLE ON PRIVATE PENINSULA LOT WITH GRASS TO WATER VIEWS, POOL, POOL HOUSE AND TWIN SLIP PARTY DOCK! 5BR, Three finishedl finished levels, two granite kitchens, in-law suite, game room, fitness room and more!

Video Tour@ www.2557PemmicanRun.info. FMLS # 5155283

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Premium point lot

Luxury at water's edge

Classic French country SOLD

1ST

So close to the water

WEEK

Long-water views.

6BRs, 6 FP, SS dock. $1.25m

2 kitchens, sought-after Buford, 4 FP, dbl slp boathouse. $799K

4-side brick, pool, newer dock, 2nd kitchen. $799K

DS party dock, deep water, 2 masters, granite, HW floors, wall of windows. $725K

Pool o'looking lake

New England style

Gated luxury, all brick

Lg lake home, Buford

ED!

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REDUC

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5BR w/ pool renovated by award-winning designer. $585K

Chestatee comm., 3 stories, open floor plan, master on main. $575K

Gated, cul-de-sac, Forsyth Cty. Tons of features. $569,900

Short walk, open flr pln, finished bsmt, new roof. $549K

Sought-after Marina Bay

Buckhead style

Timeless elegance

Forsyth County

Short walk, open flr pln, finished bsmt, new roof. $549K

3BR/3.5BA, Buford, vaulted clgs, outdoor FP, 4 decks. $499K

4BR/3.5BA, Forsyth, 3rd detached garage, finished terrace lvl. $499K

HW flrs, granite counters, open flr pln, stone FP, cov. SS dock. $499K

Big-water views

Deep water

Cresswind on Lanier

Mt. Vernon district

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Tie on a tube bait when fishing for bass or panfish Whether you fish for bass or panfish, tube type lures should have a place in your tackle system. While they don’t look like much, these subtle plastics tempt fish in both easy and tough times.

They’re great when fish are aggressive and can salvage the day when fish are in a finicky mood.

As the name implies, these hollow bodied soft plastics resemble tubes with multi strand tails. All the big names in plastic baits include tubes in their lineup. This lure style originated in the Western U.S. where inspiration for most of our finesse tactics took place. For quite a few years, the hollow bodied baits had a very low profile cult following among successful tournament fishermen.

The first tube to get national renown among bass fishermen was the Gitzit produced by master tube bait angler Bobby Garland.

For years many bass anglers referred to any lure in this category as a Gitzit. Top anglers were winning tournaments by sight fishing bedding bass with tubes. It’s a highly effective, although somewhat controversial technique. For a lengthy period of time, most folks thought that was the only method for this bait. However,

Tommy Wilkinson Casting Lanier

some very high profile anglers were quietly doing other things with tubes and bringing home the cash. The big secret became widespread knowledge among bass fishermen when Denny Brauer won a Bassmaster Classic by flipping plastic tubes into shallow cover with heavy baitcasting tackle. Of course, the publicity resulting from this changed the world of tubes forever.

Rig up with a floating tube The simple tube bait was now on to the radar screen of the average weekend and club tournament bass angler. They purchased tubes like never before and not surprisingly caught lots of fish. Yet, even today, there are still a number of anglers who have not tried or developed confidence in these baits.

If you’re among this group, or just want to catch a lot of bass, try a floating tube. It’s really just an-

other Carolina rig. I am convinced that in our local reservoirs, spinning tackle with eight-pound test line is the best presentation tool. Slide a long bodied 3/16th ounce finesse weight up the line about two and a half feet pegging it in place with a rubber T stop. If you don’t have finesse weights, simply use a bullet sinker and barrel swivel to create a leader.

On the terminal end, tie a 1/0 or 2/0 extra wide gap hook. The exact size will depend on the brand. Check hooks against tubes when you shop. A 3.5 inch tube works best; avoid flipping tubes because these have more body weight. From a chunk of high floating foam material, cut out a piece around 1.5 inches long about the size and shape of a pencil. Insert this all the way into the hollow tube body. If any protrudes into the tail section, trim to fit inside the main part. Now just rig the bait Texas style and cast to the seasonally appropriate depth range. Note: When you pierce the nose of the bait with the hook, be sure to go through the foam as well. This is a great way to prevent the tube from sliding down the hook. When it comes to color, an earth tone dressed up with

chartreuse dye marker on the tail is a hard combination to beat.

This floating Carolina rig is an especially deadly technique in the spring. During pre spawn through post spawn phases it will put a lot of bass in the boat. Try it any time your target zone is 25 feet or shallower anywhere you fish. On the deeper end of this range, it can pay off to increase the weight size for better bottom contact. If this has you wondering about the secret floating foam material, buy one of the “noodle” pool toys for three or four dollars and you’ll be set for life. Heck, just trim a few inches off the end and give the rest to the kids. I have two or three different colors pre cut in my tackle box just for this technique. I like something that sort of goes with the plastic color using a basic light or dark rule of thumb. This is a crazy rig; while you drag it slowly along the bottom, the tube floats high. Every time you move the rod tip it dips, darts, and rises with an eerie natural motion. An entire paragraph on this rig should tell you something: it’s one of my favorite fish catchers.

Flippin’ for tubes In shallow areas with stained

water and wood cover, flipping tubes can produce a tournament winning catch. They offer a great alternative for bass that have seen too many jigs. Leave your spinning outfit with eight pound line in the rod locker. For this technique, break out the heavier action rods and 20-pound test line.

Flipping tubes are generally a bit longer and bulkier than standard models. They should sport solid heads to keep the bait from sliding down the hook shank. Most anglers rig these Texas style with a bullet sinker pegged snug on the head of the lure. Weights typically start at one quarter ounce.

Three eighths is a good all around choice. The specialized techniques of pitching and flipping would require an entire article to do them justice. These are short range presentations launching the bait low and parallel to the surface of the water resulting in almost no splash commotion upon entry. The third basic method of fishing tubes is the casting technique allowing it to swim and fall naturally. This is another finesse technique where spinning tackle and eight-pound test line get the nod. For the super stealth look, See Fishing, page 11

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Continued from Page 10 use internal weights made just for tubes.

Some of these weights even have built in rattles adding another important dimension. These typically range from 1/16th to 1/8th ounce and slide up into the head of the plastic body. Another superior option is the Woo Daves XPS Tube Weight. Woo is a long time professional veteran and Bassmaster Classic champion who knows tube fishing inside and out. This slide in weight is a mix of plastic and super heavy tungsten powder that can easily be trimmed for the perfect slow or faster fall rate.

Don’t forget the panfish When fishing tubes with spinning tackle, which is most of the time, I use medium action spinning rod six to seven feet in length. I will typically spool up with green line. Having seen all colors demonstrated in giant aquariums, I’m convinced (rightly or wrongly) that green is the least visible color. If you’re flipping tubes and watching your line for strikes, switch gear and go for a clear blue fluorescent color. This will stand out above water while disappearing beneath. As far as color goes, when fishing the floating Carolina rig and flipping, I go for melon pepper, green pumpkin, and other dark colors. When casting around docks and swimming tubes I like lighter pearl and

gray or black combinations which resemble baitfish. When rigging one of these two tone colors, make sure the darker color rides on top. All real baitfish have that look for survival reasons. If you also like to catch crappie and bream, minitubes are great. I would go so far as to say that these are a must have for spring crappie fishing. Rig these with readily available 1/32nd to 1/16th ounce lead head hooks. Anglers cast around brush and especially docks simply letting them fall with concentration for light strikes. Since the water surface nearly always has some degree of motion, suspend a mini tube below a bobber and retrieve slowly with long pauses around any visible cover when the crappie spawn takes place. It’s a great way to fill the cooler.

In closing, if you have not given tube type lures a serious try, it’s time to experiment with techniques that are new to your game. Rig up with one of these versatile lures but make sure you have enough to share. Your partner will probably want to “borrow” one or two. Take care and be safe on the lake!

Tommy Wilkinson is a veteran of the fishing industry and resides in Jefferson, GA.

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Elevation: 1073.4 or almost two and a half feet above full pool. This is a true anomaly for this time of year. Less rainfall over the next week may take it down near full pool of 1071.

Surface temp: Upper 70s which is a bit cooler than normal for early September.

Clarity: Clear in main lake areas with color in upper creeks from steady rain events.

Right now bass fishing is fair on the better days. Anglers are having a tough time finding concentrations of fish and catching them consistently in the same areas. It seems that the bass are scattered, moving, or both. There is some speculation on whether a high lake level and slightly cooler water temperatures are contributing factors. Most spotted bass are still coming off deep cover on pronounced structure. Keep your efforts on the brush piles at depths of 25 feet or so. When you find the brush, you’ll nearly always be on a piece of decent structure such as a submerged hump or point. Drop shot rigs and jigs presented in and adjacent to the brush are putting fish in the boat. Live spot tail shiners dropped in these areas can be the cure for a slow day. I’ve also heard that there’s a good sleeper bite for largemouth bass in very shallow cover. Look for areas in upper creeks with color to the water. If you explore this, you may want to toss a buzzbait early in the day and switch to plastics later in the morning. A smaller topwater plug in these pocket and cove shallows could be a good pick if the skies are overcast. This could be a very fun way to spend the day on the lake.

Striper fishing has also been fair but pretty consistent. The main areas of action have been the creek mouths. Anglers are picking off linesides by dropping baits on down rods. Target depth is 30 feet plus or minus over bottom depths of 80 to 100 feet plus. Begin your search over any tapering points or submerged humps near the old creek channel. Be sure to switch your baits out often as lively herring are a key to action. No reports on lead core trolling. If you break out the lead core rods, go for eight to nine colors of line as a rule of thumb and rig a one and a half ounce bucktail jig and trailer combo or plastic shad body jig on a 20foot leader behind the main line. Remember that just because no one is talking about it does not mean it won’t put fish in your boat!

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Governor to speak at state park dedication

By Jane Harrison Gov. Nathan Deal will speak at the public dedication ceremony for the new Don Carter State Park on Lake Lanier Sept. 16. The park’s namesake is also expected to attend the event at the 1,316 acre park that opened in July.

The governor is scheduled to speak at the 11 a.m. dedication.

Guests are invited to enjoy the park’s beach, boat ramps, playground and trails afterward. The normal $5 parking fee will be waived that day.

The park at 5000 N. Browning Bridge Road in northern Hall County is Georgia’s first state park on the lake. Its centerpiece is a wide sandy beach and grassy lawn along a cove on the Chattahoochee River. Boat ramps, a fish cleaning station, playgrounds, picnic pavilions, 1.5 mile paved trail and 2-mile wooded trail are among its amenities. An RV campground, walk-in campsites for tents and hammocks, and eight cottages accommodate

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Reservations opened for the two-bedroom cottages early last month. By mid-August those with the best lake views had been booked most weekends in October.

The park currently has no sites for drive in tent camping. Georgia State Park Information Officer Kim Hatcher reported that original plans called for separate tent and RV camping areas, but that final funding wasn’t available for

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both. “We were able to create a more primitive tent camping area, and are still considering more developed tent camping if funding comes available in the future,” she said.

The park is named in honor of Don Carter, the longest serving member (29 years) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources board. During his tenure the Gainesville real estate executive helped the state acquire more than 290,000 acres for public use.

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Sunday’s racing continues at 10:30 a.m.

“We expect to have between 25 and 30 boats in four fleets,” said Jennifer Daniell with Special Olympics Georgia, who is also an avid sailor on Lanier. “It’s going to be a great event and we hope that people will come out and support us. Our goal is to raise at least $25,000, which would send 250 Special Olympians to next year’s State Games.”

Speaking of the State Games, Jones participates in several events throughout the year, including bowling, basketball and 400m, 800m and 1-mile runs. He lives in Henry County.

Special Olympics Georgia serves nearly 26,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities by offering 25 sports, including sailing and kayaking. Athletes train for eight weeks before a competition and coaching is done by thousands of volunteers across the state. Hall and Forsyth counties each have approximately 500 athletes participating in Special Olympics program, while Gwinnett has more than 3,500.

Daniell has been active in the

Lake Lanier Sailing Community for 15 or so years. The Special Olympics Regatta began when she approached Southern Sailing Club and the group decided to host a fund-raising event each fall to benefit Special Olympics.

“Through my involvement in sailing on Lanier, I’ve made many friends and become thoroughly ingrained in the sailing community,” she said. “It’s been a total blast, plus it’s so rewarding to see these sailors give of their time, energy and enthusiasm to support Special Olympics Georgia.

“It’s also really great to see the lake levels up this year at full

pool and so many people enjoying the lake this summer,” she said. “This is the only fund-raising sailing regatta on the lake that I know of, and it’s fabulous to see so many people giving back to help our Special Olympians follow their dreams.”

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LAKE LANIER OLYMPIC VENUE Second stage, more food set for Dragon Boat 2013

By Jane Harrison The 17th Annual Hong Kong Atlanta Dragon Boat Festival is expected to be the biggest yet with more entertainment and food than ever before. A side stage offering continuous performances throughout the day and new food trucks loaded with tasty morsels are planned for the Sept. 14 festival at the Lake Lanier Olympic Venue.

The extra fun and food on and around the Olympic Venue Plaza add to the excitement rising from the water where a capacity 72 teams are expected to race. Known as one of the biggest events on Lake Lanier, the event attracts an estimated 5,000 people in the annual celebration of cultural diversity, competition, and camaraderie.

“We’re adding a stage this year so that while racing is going on there will be performances throughout the day,” said Jackson Chang, President of Atlanta Dragon Boat Festival Inc. More food vendors will be setting up too, offering a “Taste of Asia” with cuisine from China, Vietnam, Laos, Japan, and Thailand. With a nod to the Southeast (USA), Chang said funnel cakes will also be frying.

“It’s going to be more of a festival this year,” said David Haack, President of the Lake Lanier Canoe & Kayak Club. The local club runs the races on water while the festival branch of the Atlanta Hong Kong Information Center sets up activities on land. “It’s one of the most fun events we have each year,” Haack said.

Asian song, dance and martial arts performances have traditionally taken center stage during the midday opening ceremony, known as Dotting the Eye of the Dragon. The ceremonial dragon dance and showcase of Asian talent is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. in the lakeside awards circle in front of the plaza. The additional stage with continuous acts will be set up on the side facing the parking lot.

Chang is especially excited about a couple of new acts. The Taiwanese Drum Team will hammer

FILE PHOTO

Participants in last year’s festival.

LAKE LANIER OLYMPIC VENUE INFO Here's a profile and calendar for the two clubs operating at the Lake Lanier Olympic Venue:

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

Calendar of events: Sept. 7 - Learn to Row Class 3 Begins Oct. 5 - Taste of Gainesville

Lake Lanier Canoe and Kayak Club FILE PHOTO

Participants in last year’s festival.

out beats resounding from the 3,000 year history of the art form. “They’re really cool,” Chang said. A Lion Dance troupe from Atlanta will bring its award winning show to the Gainesville stage.

At least a couple of food trucks from the metro area are expected to drive up. The Healthy Nut, serving sandwiches, salads and smoothies, and Phoshow, dishing up Vietnamese cuisine, will wheel in among the traditional favorites offering fresh crushed sugar cane juice, egg rolls, fried rice, and that other fried fest fare sprinkled with powdered sugar.

When they’re not roaming the plaza stuffing their plates and clapping to drum beats, spectators might look to the water for some fierce competition in 39-foot dragon boats. Teams from corporate, collegiate, club, and charitable organizations will race down the Olympic channel in colorful vessels fitted with fiberglass dragon heads and tails. AT&T, AJC International, and The Home Depot are among corporations sending race crews. Dragon boaters from the University of North Georgia will be newcomers taking on collegiate crews from Georgia Tech, University of Georgia, and Kennesaw State University, among others. Several teams of breast cancer survivors also compete.

The event is rooted in Chinese history. Traditional dragon boat races trace back 2,000 years to a Chinese legend that commemorates a much-loved poet who was banished from the main land and later drowned. Dragon boat festivals are among Hong Kong’s most popular events and have developed an international following through competitions worldwide.

Atlanta Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival When: Saturday, Sept 14. Team captain meeting 6:45 a.m.; Buddhist monks bless dragon boats 7 a.m.; National Anthem and flag raising 7:30 a.m.; races 7:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Opening Ceremony 12:30-1:30 p.m.; races continue 1:30-3:30; 2,000 meter selected team races 3:30-4:30 p.m.; awards and raffle 4:45-5 p.m.

Where: Lake Lanier Olympic Venue Olympic Course and Plaza, 3105 Clarks Bridge Road, Gainesville.

Admission: Free.

Parking: $10 per vehicle. $2 bus shuttle from Gainesville Middle School, 1581 Community Way, begins at 8 a.m. (Call 770-531-2664 for information) Car pooling is encouraged. Expect delays along Clarks Bridge Road.

Information: www.lckc.org, www.dragonboatatlanta.com.

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

Calendar of events: Weekends through Sept - Canoe, Kayak, SUP Rentals Sept. 7 - BBI Jr. Olympic Program Practice Race Sept. 14 - Dragon Boat Festival Sept. 20 - Moonlight Paddle Sept. 28 - BBI Jr. Olympic Program Fall Fungatta Oct. 5 - Special Olympics Regatta Venue seats about 2,000 with parking capacity of about 400 cars.

The boathouse and tower are available to rent for meetings and special occasions.

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Governments await Gainesville- Taste of Gainesville tickets will be available online

By Jane Harrison Hall ’96 agreement, budget Tickets to the annual Taste of Gainesville and Hall County governments await a formal agreement and budget from Gainesville-Hall ’96 before releasing funds allotted for improvements at the Lake Lanier Olympic Venue.

The city and county approved fiscal year 2014 budgets that designated a total of $300,000 to GH ’96 to use at the aging Olympic facility.

GH ’96, the non-profit

group that originally brought flatwater canoe/kayak and rowing to Lake Lanier in the Atlanta 1996 Olympics, recently reorganized to oversee upgrades. Last month it elected officers: Mimi Collins, chair; Phil Sutton, vice-chair; Darla Eden, treasurer; and Stacy Dickson, secretary.

The board is slated to meet again Sept. 20, according to secretary Dickson.

LCKC athletes medal in Nationals

By Jane Harrison Eight Lanier Canoe & Kayak Club athletes medaled in the USACK Sprint National Championship last month to help the local club to a second place finish. LCKC has won the championship 10 times, but slipped to third in 2012.

Coach Claudiu Cuir said his team was in it to win back the top spot, but could not muster enough points to beat the Gig Harbor racing team.

LCKC achieved the silver trophy with 382.5 points, behind the racers from Washington with 473.5 points. The Aug. 8-11 championship in Oklahoma City attracted the best flatwater paddlers across the country.

LCKC paddlers Chris Miller and Stanton Collins teamed up to win the senior men’s double kayak (K2) 200 meter title in 36.77 seconds. Miller took the silver in men’s K1 200, missing gold by less than a second.

LCKC canoeists dominated all

distances in their discipline. Rob Finlayson and Ian Ross finished first and second the K1 200 duel and partnered to win the K2 200 event. Both were set to compete in the World Championship in Duisburg, Germany later in the month.

Ross, Finlayson, and Ben Hefner finished 1-2-3 in men’s C1 500. Ross commented after his first race that “everything is coming into place and it’s going well” as the World Championship approached. Finlayson expressed his appreciation for LCKC’s role in his development as a world class athlete. “I love representing Lanier. I’ve been racing for this club for a real long time, ever since I was 14 and I’m almost 25 now. So it feels good,” he said.

In women’s competition, Cannie Ash, Alex McLain, Karenna Paul, and Macy Dwyer finished second in the K4 500.

USACK plans to hold its 2014 national championship at the Lake Lanier Olympic Venue.

International Festival downtown to celebrate dragon boaters

By Jane Harrison The spirit of the dragon will liven up the Gainesville Downtown Square on the eve of the Hong Kong Atlanta Dragon Boat Festival. An International Festival with music, dancing, and a pep rally for the dragon boaters is set for 6:30 to 10 p.m. Sept. 13.

The second annual Gainesville kick-off before the big culture fest on the lake is expected to bring thousands of fun seekers downtown for free entertainment. Fest goers can try belly dancing to the beat of

Alchemy Drumming & Dance and swing to rousing jazz, soul and R&B renditions of vocalist Monica Spears.

Folks are invited to bring a picnic or dine at downtown restaurants.

The International Festival caps off a day of home-grown activity, following the Gainesville Farmers’ Market, which gets under way at 2:30 p.m.

“We’ll be moving and grooving until 10 o’clock,” said Gainesville Tourism & Trade Manager Deb Gregson.

Gainesville dining event will be available online beginning Sept.

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Reservations for the Oct. 5 dinner outing at the Lake Lanier Olympic Venue Plaza cost $25 for individuals, $45 table of 8, $50 table of 10. Individuals pay $30 at the gate. Children age 12 and under are admitted free.

This year’s traditional feast of local fare is set a week later than usual. “We decided not to go against (the University of) Georgia at home,” said organizer Ann Marie Hynes, referring to Bulldog games in Athens the last two Saturdays in September.

She said the club expects at least 35 to 40 area restaurants will dish up their specialties on the plaza. Taste of Gainesville’s favorite troubadour, Walter Beale, will serenade diners along with his band, Chattahoochee Carnivores.

Enjoying 2012’s Taste of Gainesville.

The al fresco dining and entertainment combo has been compared to the atmosphere at Atlanta’s Chastain Park, where concert patrons set up classy candlelit picnics and dine under the stars.

No need to bring any food, candles or a vase of flowers to the Gainesville event. LLRC has that

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Hundreds of hungry diners flock to the lakeside tables each year to sample cuisine from metro Atlanta and north Georgia.

Restaurateurs say the event introduces customers to their menus and brings them to their doors for more.

Olympic gold medalist hosts swim event on Lake Lanier

By Jane Harrison Eric Shanteau’s connections to Lake Lanier run deep. On Sept. 21, the Olympic swimming gold medalist will return to the shores Shanteau of his childhood with Olympic teammates and about a thousand swimmers for a day of open water swimming.

The former Parkview High School standout and unbeaten Auburn Tiger is bringing his Swim For Your Life fundraiser for cancer patients back to Lanier for a fourth time. After successful events that have attracted swimmers from all over the Southeast, Shanteau set a participant limit of 1,000 for the open water swim competition and swim clinics with Olympic swimmers. The competition grew from 75 its initial year to 700 last year.

The breaststroke swimmer on the 2012 U.S. 4x100 gold medal relay team in the London Olympics said his own personal story links fighting cancer with the lake. “It’s where I grew up.

We had a lake house on Lake Lanier about five minutes by boat from Lake Lanier Islands. After my dad (Rick) lost his battle with cancer, his ashes were spread on

Lake Lanier,” he said.

The 29 year old, who retired from Olympic swimming after 2012, will be celebrating his own recovery from cancer when he comes back to Lanier. In 2008, Shanteau was diagnosed with testicular cancer just a week before he qualified for the Beijing Olympics. After consultation with the Lance Armstrong Foundation, he decided to delay treatment so he could race in the Olympics.

Less than a week after returning from Beijing, where he swam his personal best 200 meter breaststroke but missed qualifying for the final, he underwent surgery and was declared cancer free on Sept. 15, 2008.

He went on to enter the global fight against cancer as an envoy with the Livestrong foundation.

He returned to the pool, became a world champion and broke his

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own World and American records.

He founded the Swim For Your Life Challenge on Lake Lanier in 2010, two years before achieving his Olympic medal.

Shanteau will mark a personal milestone with this month’s event.

“It’s my five year anniversary of being cancer free,” he said. He traditionally sets the event around mid-September to coincide with that declaration from his doctors.

He said although he has been asked to host the event in other parts of the country, he has chosen only to do it on Lanier. His own closeness to the North Georgia lake and time restraints limit him from expanding the challenge. “It’s a lot of work for myself, teammates and support staff,” he said. Besides his Livestrong work, Shanteau is employed by Boston Scientific helping patients with cardiac rhythm management.

On his event website, Shanteau said he started Swim for Your Life “based on the idea that no matter what obstacle a person faces, they can still live the life they have dreamed about.”

Participants will race alongside some of the best swimmers in the world and get training tips from swimmers who have fulfilled Olympic dreams.

See Shanteau, page 27

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Legendary schooner, crew has been lost at sea A fabled (L.W.L.) schooner “Ñina” that had won many races for current owner David Dyche and previous owners, including the Commodore of the New York Yacht Club has apparently been lost in the Tasman Sea, with all aboard. The schooner was 85 years old, but marine surveys judged her seaworthy. The owner with family and friends was doing a slow circumnavigation of the globe. They had originally planned the Tasman Sea crossing from Opua in the Bay of Islands on New Zealand’s North Island to Newcastle, Australia in January, but the installation of a new auxiliary engine held them up until May, which down under is the winter storm season.

They departed on May 29 and was last heard from on June 4th and indicated they had experienced one of the first winter lows with 26 foot seas and 50 knot winds gusting to 70 knots. On June 12th when the yacht had not been heard from, a search was started and covered over 737,000 square nautical miles, about eight times the size of New Zealand.

The yacht was equipped with a manually activated EPIRB and spot beacon, a satellite phone and parachute flares. The absence of a distress call suggests Nina sank in a catastrophic event.

Lost were Dyche, his wife, and son who was to go to college after the trip. Five others were aboard.

The yacht just disappeared with no trace at all. No debris was ever found.

Solo circumnavigation non-stop Seventy-six-year-old Stanley Paris will be attempting a solo non-stop circle of the globe in November. The Kiwi Mariner seems well prepared, with his boat “Kiwi Spirit.” He took his idea to fellow Kiwi Bruce Farr, a renowned naval architect. Together they designed the 63’ “Kiwi Spirit,” a fast and very macho sloop. She reportedly hit 27 knots on one leg of her delivery. The boat was built by LymanMorste in Thomaston, Maine.

Both Farr and Paris are Kiwis, and in Kiwi jargon those who rise above the rest are called “tall poppies.” That’s how Farr refers to Paris. Paris might be 76 years old, but he’s led an athletic life with one trip around the globe, many long distance sailing races, and swam the English Channel three times. He defines luck “When preparedness meets opportunity.”

He will sail from his home port of St. Augustine, FL and sail to Bermuda in November. The

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Center console boats Center consoles originally came on the market in the late ’60s with outboard power. Most were 22’ to 28’ in length; strictly a man’s boat; no head. The selfbailing cockpit boats then added fish boxes, live wells and wash downs. Then along came the rocket launchers (rod holders) in the aft section of Bimini tops. I always wondered how many fishermen forgot about those rods and went under a low bridge? Oops!

While all this development was going on, the straight inboard powered center console was introduced.

I entered boat building at that time with a 24’ center console powered by a 427 c.i., 325 h.p.

Mercruiser Blue Water. It was a fast no frills fishing boat appropriately called “Fishmaster 24.”

We built quite a few until I was made an offer I couldn’t refuse for the molds and equipment. The last time I saw one it was a police boat in Naples FL. I know one thing: at 55 knots it was fast enough for the job.

About the same time Trojan came out with a 26’ inboard powered with a head in the console.

Consoles have been growing ever since. Now the boats have grown in length 30’ to 40’ and have all the comforts of an express cruiser below, even TV and air.

Sea Hunt offers one with a hardtop that has a vapor-mist

cooling system. About the only difference between center consoles and the new Cobalt 336 or the Sea Ray 350 SLX is that they don’t have walk around decks and their upholstery is more comfortable.

Whichever type you choose, Mama and family will be comfortable for cruising or over nights. Some say these types of boats will take the place of the traditional express cruiser.

America’s Cup update The Louis Vuitton Cup finals have been more about survival than sailing. The boat that replaced the destroyed Artemis boat lost two races to the Emirates New Zealand team. The Luna Rossa team that objected to the new safety regulations put into affect after “Artemis’ ” tragic accident with a fatality said that type of racing was like going to a bicycle race and having to put your training wheels back on. Now they have won a race. But all boats have had problems.

Defender Oracle broke a rudder in a practice run. Luna Rosa had an electronic problem and had to replace a battery. Emirates had a hydro foil collapse and took a dive. Two sailors fell overboard, but were rescued by the chase boat and are OK. The Louis Vuitton Cup to get a winner/challenger is supposed to be the best out of 13 races. They were supposed to have two races a day, but they are only able to run one due to repairs.

These boats ride on hydro-foils out of the water. Picture if you will a chair losing a leg. If it’s the front leg it falls forward and backward if a back leg; the chair being a 72’ catamaran traveling at 40 plus knots. You don’t have to use much imagination to realize what’s going to happen.

One writer asked the New Zealand builder if there was any kind of warranty on these boats.

He said “Yes, a concrete warranty. The minute the boat rolls off the concrete the warranty is over.” At present the race tally is New Zealand “Emirats” with a 4 to 1 lead out of the 13 races to get a challenger. So there are a lot of races to go. Artemis is not even mentioned. The races which have been a tradition since 1851 are supposed to start September 7th. I was amazed that my September issue of Yachting Magazine didn’t have a mention of the Cup. Maybe they can’t understand what is happening either.

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Records set in rainfall, cool temps Last month was one of the strangest weather months I have ever seen.

Our wet pattern continued and on August 19th, we surpassed our average annual rainfall total of 49.68 inches! The weekend of August 17th, we saw the coolest high temperature ever recorded for the date, which was 66 degrees. We shattered the old record of 74 previously set in 1892!

So what is going on with our weather?

The first observation I can make involves the position of the Bermuda High. The Bermuda High is a semi-permanent area of high pressure that, in the winter months, is centered in the eastern Atlantic Ocean near the Azores. During the summer, it migrates across the Atlantic and sets up near Bermuda. I have seen its position a little farther west than the past couple of years.

Normally during the summer we get a southwest wind off the Gulf of Mexico, which sets us up with afternoon thunderstorms. With the Bermuda High being a little farther west, we have not only seen moist air coming off the Gulf, but moisture coming in from the deep tropics. In essence, we have become a tropical rain forest this summer. The air is so loaded with moisture that extreme rainfall, sometimes two to three inches per hour, is the result.

With the position of the Bermuda High being a little farther west than in previous years, there is great concern among the southeastern meteorological community.

We are now in the peak of the Atlantic hur-

ricane season (the actual peak is September 15th).

If the Bermuda High Glenn was centered more toBurns ward the east, then tropical systems that develop Lanier in the Atlantic would Outlook ride around the western ridge of the high and then run parallel to the east coast, most remaining well off shore.

However, given the Bermuda High’s current westward position, the western ridge would bring tropical systems right up through the Gulf of Mexico, across the Florida Panhandle, and right up into Georgia. This would not bode well for us at all.

Our groundwater tables are full. The lakes are full. The soil is already saturated.

Many areas have seen so much runoff from the tropical rains, massive tree roots are now exposed. Our National Weather Service hydrologist, Kent Frantz, is extremely concerned about mud slides. The worst case scenario would be a storm like Hurricane Opal. We would not only see heavy tropical rains but tornadoes and severe wind damage. I cannot imagine the number of trees that would go down in north Georgia. That being said, we could also get a storm like Tropical Storm Alberto in July of 1994. It was a weak storm as far as winds go, but the rains it brought, especially to south Georgia, were catastrophic.

Either scenario is something we need to be prepared for.

I do have a bit of good news. The longrange 90 day weather outlook takes the above average rainfall and brings it more to our west and northwest. The Climate

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LAKE LANIER WATER LEVELS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 AVG MAX MIN

JAN

FEB

1058.00 1058.11 1058.19 1058.21 1058.27 1058.30 1058.33 1058.36 1058.36 1058.39 1028.42 1058.51 1058.56 1058.76 1059.26 1060.08 1050.91 1061.41 1061.65 1061.80 1061.91 1061.98 1062.06 1062.18 1062.21 1062.27 1062.36 1062.39 1062.44 1062.93 1063.31 1060.26 1063.31 1058.00

1063.46 1063.60 1063.70 1063.80 1063.86 1063.93 1064.05 1064.09 1064.16 1064.37 1064.60 1064.71 1064.81 1064.90 1064.97 1065.02 1065.06 1065.15 1065.20 1065.25 1065.36 1065.64 1065.86 1066.00 1066.13 1066.53 1066.73 1066.85

MAR

1066.94 1067.03 1067.09 1067.16 1067.22 1067.33 1067.39 1067.45 1067.52 1067.58 1067.78 1067.94 1068.03 1068.09 1068.17 1068.23 1068.30 1068.41 1068.50 1068.54 1068.60 1068.65 1068.85 1069.17 1069.24 1069.40 1069.46 1069.52 1069.59 1069.72 1069.83 1064.92 1068.28 1066.85 1069.83 1063.46 1066.94

APR

MAY

1069.92 1069.98 1070.09 1070.18 1070.24 1070.30 1070.36 1070.41 1070.46 1070.52 1070.75 1070.97 1071.10 1071.21 1071.23 1071.21 1071.21 1071.24 1071.37 1071.48 1071.56 1071.49 1071.39 1071.21 1071.04 1070.90 1071.02 1071.79 1072.18 1072.24

1072.14 1072.02 1071.87 1072.22 1073.03 1073.47 1073.67 1073.56 1073.39 1073.12 1073.23 1073.31 1073.03 1072.77 1072.52 1072.26 1072.11 1072.21 1073.35 1073.45 1073.18 1073.01 1072.83 1072.62 1072.69 1072.76 1072.81 1072.62 1072.39 1072.14 1071.95 1070.97 1072.77 1072.24 1073.67 1069.92 1071.87

Prediction Center gives us 50/50 odds of having above or below average rainfall over the next 90 days. We shall see.

In any event, cooler temperatures will be arriving by the end of the month as we close out a summer for the record books.

The first day of fall is Sunday, September

JUN

JUL

1072.00 1072.10 1072.18 1072.11 1072.09 1072.04 1072.06 1072.13 1072.30 1072.52 1072.49 1072.40 1072.34 1072.33 1072.37 1072.46 1072.43 1072.41 1072.34 1072.11 1071.90 1071.93 1071.97 1071.85 1071.76 1071.66 1071.62 1071.52 1071.58 1071.61

1071.62 1071.52 1071.71 1072.00 1072.30 1072.80 1073.13 1073.09 1072.93 1072.76 1072.54 1072.34 1072.45 1072.58 1072.50 1072.30 1072.24 1072.24 1072.20 1072.35 1072.47 1072.35 1072.22 1072.10 1071.97 1071.97 1072.09 1072.16 1072.08 1071.97 1071.97 1072.09 1072.29 1072.52 1073.13 1071.52 1071.52

AUG 1071.93 1071.86 1071.90 1071.95 1071.87 1071.82 1072.41 1072.58 1072.45 1072.56 1072.78 1072.78 1072.77 1072.62 1072.48 1072.37 1072.44 1072.63 1073.22 1073.38 1073.44 1073.53 1073.41 1073.55 1073.63 1073.38 1073.11 1073.11

22nd, at 4:44 pm.

The full Harvest Moon is September the 19th. Hope you have a wonderful September. I will return with our Winter Weather Outlook next month.

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

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• Shanteau Continued from Page 17 As of late August, Shanteau was confirming appearances from eight Olympic swimmers, including Alyssa Anderson, Kathleen Hersey and possibly Amanda Weir. The event will be emceed by former Olympian and masters record holder Rowdy Gaines, NBC television swimming commentator known as the fastest human in the water in the 1980s.

“We will have one gold medalist per stroke” conducting swim clinics on the beach after lunch, Shanteau said. Participants will split up into four groups and rotate for a 15-minute lesson with each Olympian.

The morning’s racing includes 1 kilometer and 5 kilometer swims in Sunset Cove between the beach and opposite

shore for ages 12 and older and a 500 meter swim for juniors. The time limit for the 1 K is 60 minutes and the 5K is 2.5 hours. Racers start in stages, with the age 18 and younger group beginning before the masters.

Participants should choose a distance they are comfortable with and not expect a rest area. Open water swims are very different from pool swims and do not offer a respite between laps.

Shanteau said there will be 15-20 safety vessels (kayaks, paddle boards and personal watercraft) on patrol to assist if anyone has a problem or swims off course.

See Outdoor Calendar, page 53, and www.shanteauopenwater.com for more information.

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Keeping active, busy and picking up a few bucks in the ‘after years’ Bob and Carolyn Wilson, aboard Sea Island Girl, continue Lakeside's long running series of cruising adventures which began in the mid-1990s. To date we've had the Johnston family, Jean and Bill Bayman, and Mechelle and Bill Cooksey all contribute to the series. Bob and Carolyn boated on Lake Lanier until leaving for their adventure in 2002.

Retirement. Now that is something that many long for, but if you are one of those people that could never sit around and do nothing like some, there’s got to be a way to spend your time doing something productive, and maybe picking up a few dollars on the side.

Spend your retirement years living on a boat? We have been fortunate enough to do just that.

As unorthodox as it may seem there is a large contingency of cruisers working or volunteering while traveling around the world.

It is not something that makes you rich in terms of dollars but it pays off by occupying your mind and while helping to maintain a youthful attitude.

During our years of cruising we have been involved in a number of freelance writing endeavors

traders, designers, hospital architects, authors and owners of automobile dealerships that set aside a Bob & significant amount of time to Carolyn enjoy their retirement lifestyle.

Wilson Unless you have a mega-yacht and a full-time crew to manage Cruising the boat, you will find the workWilsons ing environment quite different than before. There is no office to go to, and most have limited and have done our share to supspace for the office equipment. port the communities where we Wi-Fi and a reliable internet conhave traveled. Carolyn has been volunteering with a special needs nection is an absolute necessity. school and animal rescue while in In the areas which we travel, the Bahamas, while I have been a SKYPE has replaced the iPhone cruising editor and regional sales for phoning which is not always the most reliable means of comrepresentative for Waterway Guide, a cruising guide for those municating, especially for conducting business. traveling throughout the BaAboard Sea Island Girl we had hamas. Neither of these pays a designated an area of the helm lot, but they keep our minds acstation as office space; however I tive. For us, it’s giving back to those that need the support, or, as find myself spread out on the table in the salon with my laptop in the case of the cruising guide, and two dogs sleeping at my feet. it’s a way to provide up-to-date We have a copier, scanner and fax resources for other, less expericombination and have found it to enced cruisers visiting the area. be sufficient. FedEX and UPS are We have met others who conabsolutely necessary. Keeping patinue to manage their companies from afar. In most cases they have pers and files organized can be a a son, daughter or manager at the hassle. If the file I need is elsewhere and I get up to retrieve it, helm to manage things and keep the dogs wake up to follow me the ship afloat in their absence. and then we must settle them There have been stock day-

back down before resuming the work.

The work day can be sporadic and there are no set hours. It takes a lot of time management to ensure that deadlines are met. When cruising to another area we may not locate an internet connection for days, and while preferring to work during the day, it is often the quietness of early morning that gives me the peace and quiet necessary to complete the work.

Carolyn’s volunteer activities are just as challenging, yet she takes them just as serious as my publication deadlines. She spends hours on end walking the beaches collecting shells to be used for an art project, and even more hours scrounging for cardboard and cuts it into shape for use by her class the next day. Without adequate transportation available, she walks to and from school pulling her cart loaded with the day’s materials. She has been doing this for seven years.

You may be asking, why? Well one thing I learned a long time ago is that idleness in your postretirement years can bring about

Bob working to meet a deadline.

other issues, health issues among them. We have found that staying active has added vitality to our lives. We meet new people with similar interests. We’re involved in something that is worthwhile.

And we do it because we enjoy it!

If you are nearing retirement, or already retired let us recommend that you get involved. Become a greeter, or mentor a youngster at school. You certainly have something to share. For us, it has added a new dimension to our retirement years, and it can do the same for you.

- Until next time, Bob & Carolyn Wilson

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Lakeside Calendar September 2013 Thru Sept. 19 – Chapel at Holiday Marina, 6900 Holiday Road, Buford. Interdenominational services in a casual outdoor setting on Sundays at 9 a.m.

Info: 770-932-2048; scarlett4995@aol.com Thru Sept. 15 – “TREEmendous Show: The World of Wood/Against the Grain,” featuring Sheila Wood Hancock paintings and SNCA Art Studio students and instructors from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday; 1-5 p.m., Sunday at Sautee-Nacoochee Community Association.

Info: 706-878-3300.

Sept. 12-15, 19-22, 26-Oct. 27 – 43rd Annual Octoberfest, Festhalle is celebrated once again in Helen. The fest will run for two weekends in September and then run from the last weekend in September through the last weekend in October. The Octoberfest Parade will be held on Sept. 14 at noon. Info: 706-878-1908.

Sept. 14 – Fall Fest/Birthday Party/35th Anniversary of Babyland General Hospital and 39th Anniversary of Cabbage Patch Kids will be held at Babyland General Hospital.

Info: 706-865-2171; www.cabbagepatchkids.com.

Sept. 19 – Harvest Balloon Festival, held on Sterling on the Lake in Flowery Branch, featuring tethered balloon rides, pumpkin carving, painting, hayrides, face painting, games, concerts, raffles and food. Info: www.harvestballoonfestival.com.

Sept. 19-29 – “The Marvelous Wonderettes,” musical featuring ‘50s and ‘60s music, presented by Habersham Community Theatre, 1370 Washington St., Clarkesville.

Times: 7:30 p.m., Thurs.-Sat.; 2 p.m., Sun. Tickets: $18 adults, $11 children and full-time students. Info: 706-839-1315; www.habershamtheater.org.

Sept. 21, 22 – 10th annual Art in the Square to be held in downtown Gainesville Square, E. Main St. Free. Info: 770-886-6126.

Sept. 27, 28 – Sautee Jamboree Music Festival held at Sautee-Nacocchee Community Association. Info: 706-878-3300; www.snca.org.

Sept. 28 – Taste of Clarkesville held 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in downtown Clarkesville square. Samples from restaurants, wineries, breweries, live entertainment. Free admission, sampling tickets five for $5, 25 for $20. Beer and wine tickets sold separately. Info: 706-7542220; www.tasteofclarkesville.com.

Oct. 3-12 – “Alice in Wonderland,” presented by the Gainesville Theatre Alliance in Brenau University’s Historic Pearce Auditorium, 500 Centennial Circle, Gainesville. Performances: 7:30 on Oct, 4, 5, 11, 12; 2:30 p.m. on Oct. 6, 12. Admission: $10-12, adults and seniors, $7-8, students and children. Info: 678717-3624; www.gainesvilletheatrealliance.org.

Oct. 5 – Safari Benefit Dinner and Auction to benefit Elachee Nature Science Center. The event, to be held at 6:30 p.m. at the center at 2125 Elachee Dr., Gainesville, features dinner, jazz music live and silent auctions. Reservations required. Admission: $75. Info: 770-5351976; www.elachee.org.

Oct. 10-13 – Mule Camp Market Festival held in downtown Gainesville Square featuring live music, arts and crafts, food, mule rides, petting zoo and children’s activities. Times: 5:30-9 p.m., Thurs.; 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Fri.-Sat.; noon-5 p.m., Sun. Info: www.gainesvillejaycees.org.

Brenau College Sept. 17-Dec. 15 – “More” exhibit in Sellars Gallery in the Simmons Visual Arts Center, free. Opening reception to be held Sept. 19, 5:30-7 p.m.

Sept. 17-Nov. 3 – “Sapelo Sojourn” exhibit held in Sellars Gallery. Free.

Sept. 21 – “What is Chorus … Really,” held at 7:30 p.m. at the Hosch Theatre, John S. Burd Center for the Performing Arts, 429 Academy St., Gainesville. Info: 770-538-4764.

Sept. 24-Feb. 2 – “Passages” exhibit displayed in Leo Castelli Gallery in the John S. Burd Center for the Performing Arts. Free. Info: 770-5346263, www.brenau.edu.

Cumming Playhouse Sept. 19-Oct. 13 – Hallelujah Girls Oct. 19, 20 – All American Swing Canteen Info/times: 770-781-9178; www.playhousecumming.com.

Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds Oct. 11-19 – Georgia Mountain Fall Festival features musical performances, arts and crafts, educational demonstrations, a flower show and Georgia’s Official State fiddlers’ Convention.

Info: www.georgiamountainfairgrounds.com Interactive Neighborhood for Kids Sept. 2-8 – Dragon Craft Week Sept. 9-13 – 911 Week Sept. 16-20 – Elephant Week Sept. 23-27 – Fall Week Oct. 1-4 – Pirates Craft Week Oct. 7-11 – Police Officer Craft Week Oct. 14-18 – Columbus Craft Week Times are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Info: $1 with paid admission to museum; 770-536-1900; www.inkfun.org North Atlanta Trade Center Sept. 20-22 – Down the Street Bead Show Sept. 21-23 – Western & English Atlanta Trade Show Sept. 28-29 – Atlanta’s Exotic Bird Fair Info: www.northatlantatradecenter.com Northeast Georgia History Center Oct. 8, 13 – The Cherokee and Trail of Tears 175h Anniversary history forum held at

7 p.m. (Oct. 8); 1-4 p.m. (Oct. 13).

Details: www.negahc.org, (770) 297-5900 Piedmont College Thru Sept. 30 – Artist Display at the Mason-Scharfenstein Museum of Art in Demorest (across from the college), features works by Carrie Hill (1875-1957). Hill often painted in the plein-aire technique and is known for mural created in Birmingham during the Great Depression. Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Mon.-Sat. Info: 706-778-8500, X1011.

Oct. 3-6 – “Pippin,” presented in Swanson Center Mainstage Theater, 365 College Drive, Demorest. Times: 7:30 p.m., Oct. 3-5; 2 p.m., Oct. 6. Tickets: $10; $5 students and seniors.

Oct. 7-Nov. 7 – Sloan Bibb Art Exhibit at Mason-Scharfenstein Museum of Art. Opening reception held 6 p.m., Oct. 24.

Info: www.piedmont.edu Quinlan Arts Center Thru Oct. 12 – “8 Ways of Seeing” Blackberry Creek Artists is the work of a group of artists who live and work in North Georgia.

Info: www.quinlanartscenter.org Tannery Row Artist Colony Sept. 14-Oct. 13 – Gwinnett Parks Plein Air Challenge Exhibit, with opening reception Sept. 14, from 6-9 p.m.

Info: 770-904-0572; www.tanneryrowartistcolony.com.

University of North Georgia Sept. 25-Oct. 24: “Texture” exhibit held in Roy C. Moore Art Gallery, Performing Arts Center, 3820 Mundy Mill Rd, Oakwood. Reception to be held at noon on Sept. 25. Free.

Oct. 8 – University of North Georgia Jazz Band Concert held 7-8 p.m. in the Ed Cabell Theatre, Performing Arts Center, University of North Georgia’s Gainesville Campus in Oakwood. Admission: $5, adults; $2, children and non-UNG students; free with UNG ID. Info: www.ung.edu

Sailing Club Events 2013 SAILING EVENTS ON LAKE LANIER Club Event Day Date SEPTEMBER 2013 AISC LLSC AISC SSC AISC BFSC LLSC LLSC BFSC UYC LLSC

AISC Summer 2 - #9 Old Goat - Thistle Regatta AISC Summer 2 - #10 Special Olympics Regatta AISC Awards Party Dorton Cup C22 Gone with the Wind Encore Race #1 Fall Squall #1 UYC Fall 1 Junior Regatta

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Laser Regatta Sat/Sun 10/12-13 UYC Fall 2 Sun 10/13 Fall Squall #2 Sun 10/13 Encore Race #4 Wed 10/16 Fall #2 - BFSC Hosts (BFSC Fall Squall #3) Sat 10/19 LLSC Sailboard Regatta Sat/Sun 10/19-20 SSC Bill Sears #2 Sun 10/20 UYC UYC Fall 3 Sun 10/20 LLSC Encore Race #5 Wed 10/23 LLSC Halloween Regatta Sat/Sun 10/26-27 NOVEMBER 2013 BFSC UYC LLSC SSC LLSC LLSC LARC SSC

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First solar lights installed on hazard buoys

By Jane Harrison Flashing lights on hazard buoys on some sections of Lake Lanier now alert boaters to dangerous conditions they may not otherwise see in darkness. A cooperative effort between federal, county and local groups brought light to 20 markers in six areas of Lake Lanier. Most sites are located in Forsyth County, which contributed $20,000 to the Solar Lighting Program initiated by the Lake Lanier Association.

Officials from LLA, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 29, Hall and Forsyth counties, and Marine Specialities, Inc. were on hand at Tidwell Park Aug. 23 for the unveiling of a buoy light near the boat ramp.

LLA President Val Perry said the lighting program grew from safety concerns in the aftermath of boat accidents on Lanier last year. The lighting project, along with stricter boating under the influence standards, boater education requirements and life jacket rules for children, are among the safety initiatives enacted since last year on the North Georgia lake.

“The marker lighter system will make it safer for people driving boats in the evening,” Perry said. He added the idea hatched in early summer when the safety alliance and Corps sought a way to put lights on hazard buoys that indicate submerged trees, outcrops of land, and other dangerous conditions for boaters.

LLA member Bill Tannahill chaired a committee that researched solar lights and interacted with other entities to begin the pilot program. LLA hopes to expand the program to other lake areas, including creek inlets and bridges, when additional funding becomes available.

Forsyth County donated $20,000 for the first lights, which were installed at no charge by Tom Child of Marine Specialties, Inc. The flashing orange lights beam one second on, three seconds off only in darkness. “This allows maximum use of light at night with a minimum charge during the day,” Tannahill said.

Corps Operation Project Manager Tim Rainey said “it is wonderful LLA can accept donations for the acquisition and mainte-

PHOTO BY JANE HARRISON

The first light atop a hazard buoy on Lake Lanier was unveiled Aug. 23 near Tidwell Park. Officials with the Lake Lanier Association, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 29, Forsyth County, Hall County and Marine Specialties, Inc. were on hand for the unveiling.

nance” of the markers, which the Corps could not afford. “Anything we can do to make the lake safer is what we want to do. That’s the bottom line,” he said.

USCGA Flotilla 29 officer Joe Edwards described the light unveiling as a “historic day” Lake Lanier. The lighted buoys are the first on the lake.

LLA Executive Director Joanna Cloud said the safety alliance will seek funding from other lake area counties for addi-

tional lights. She added that the organization is working on an “Adopt a Light” program to get contributions from groups and individuals.

Cloud said LLA will monitor community feedback on the lights through its website, social media page and emails. “The initial response has been overwhelmingly positive,” she said.

Fishing guide Dale Sheets, who was rigging up his boat at Tidwell Park after the light un-

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veiling, gave the project a thumbs up. “It’ll make a big difference, especially for people who don’t come here a lot and don’t know where the hazards are. The lights will definitely be a major aid” to avoid boat crashes, said Sheets, a Lanier lake-goer since 1968.

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Chattahoochee Riverkeeper Lanier cruise full of facts

By Jane Harrison Tourists cruising Lake Lanier with Chattahoochee Riverkeeper founder Sally Bethea learned some surprising facts about the lake’s water quality, history and other issues. Among those revelations was the finding that the harmful nutrient level has risen along with the lake level this summer.

About 45 passengers aboard the Chota Princess II toured roundtrip between Aqualand Marina to Buford Dam Aug. 3 in the Riverkeeper program conducted

by Bethea and CRK Programs Director Jason Ulseth.

“It is our mission to get people out so they can know about our river system and how all the pieces fit together from the lake to the Gulf,” Bethea said. The Chattahoochee River environmental watchdog organization conducts 10 expeditions a year, including paddle trips and creek side hikes.

It was the first outing on Lanier for about half a dozen passengers curious about Georgia’s largest water reservoir. Many on board drove from metro Atlanta to cruise the north Georgia lake

that provides their water. On the rainless Saturday morning, a rarity this summer, they marveled at the size of Lake Lanier brimming at more than a foot above full pool.

“It’s beautiful and much bigger than I imagined,” said Roberta Cook, founder of the River Line Historic Area group. She came for her first look at the lake which feeds into her Cobb County community.

Ulseth reported that the spring and summer rains that raised the lake to its highest average summer level carried a disturbing element. The level of chlorophyll a is up 30 to 60 percent from last year, he said. High concentrations of the algae-like substance can deplete oxygen level and encourage algae blooms that cause fish kills, odor and foul tasting water.

Ulseth said that contrary to popular non-scientific belief, heavy dousing of rain does not infuse the lake with fresh, pristine water to dilute pollutants.

Instead, the deluges wash runoff from agriculture, fertilizers and wastewater processors into the lake. Results from CRK’s 10 testing sites on Lanier reveal

PHOTO BY JANE HARRISON

Jason Ulseth explains how to use a secchi dish to test water clarity.

chlorophyll a levels from April to July were at least a third greater than the same period in 2012 when rainfall was half of what fell this year.

Ulseth said other indicators of water quality are pretty good.

With the help of volunteers, he submerged a black and white disk to test water clarity at a site in view of the dam. The secchi disk was visible to a depth of three meters, a positive sign of lake health. The dissolved oxygen

level of 7.7 milligrams was also good, measuring above the 4 mg. state standard of what fish need to survive.

Ulseth demonstrated water quality tests for passengers on one end of the boat while Bethea shared facts about her organization and the Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint river basin on the other. Bethea said the non-profit CRK has protected the health of Chattahoochee through lawsuits that caused cities and counties to

tighten wastewater treatment standards and a hotline for the public to report suspected spills and pollution.

If an individual sees dead fish, muddy water, or “something bad” on the water, they can report their finding on CRK’s hotline. “We know who to call. We’ve been around a while; we’ve filed a few lawsuits,” Bethea said.

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• CRK Continued from Page 39 member of the international Waterkeeper Alliance. It promotes conservation, education and seeks to influence public and private initiatives to protect the river and its tributaries.

Bethea said next legislative session CRK will push for passage of HB 549 which would establish statewide emergency response procedures to deal with pollution caused by spills or illegal discharge, such as the one that killed thousands of fish on the Ogeechee River last year when a textile processor illegally let industry by-products into river.

Additionally, the river watchdog plans to mount opposition to SB 213, the Flint River Drought Protection Act, which Bethea said “threatens the basic water rights system in Georgia.”

Bethea said CRK also voices its concerns to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on various issues, including the Corps’ revision of its 40-plus year old water control manual for Lake Lanier.

The organization generally opposes the construction of reservoirs, such as the proposed Glades Reservoir in Hall County,

which Bethea labeled a huge waste of taxpayer money. “It’s cheaper and smarter to look at the feasibility of using this lake better than damming up rivers,” she said.

She said that the state does not have the oversight and information network it needs to enforce current environmental standards and promote environmentally friendly practices. She decried the lack of scientists and environmentalists on Georgia’s Environmental Protection Division board, which she said is “all political.”

The EPD is “hamstrung in so many ways” due to its composition and lack of staff, she said.

In Georgia’s private sector “there are companies who realize that sustainability and going green are great for their bottom line,” she said. CRK promotes wise use of the Chattahoochee watershed, which is the smallest to serve any metro area in the country. The Chattahoochee supplies water to four million people and 70 percent of metro Atlanta.

Those on board the CRK catamaran departed with a head full of facts from the three-hour tour.

Patrick Thomas brought 6-yearold daughter Ava for her second excursion on Lake Lanier. He wanted her to see the source of her drinking water and get a perception of the lake and river system that bring it to her.

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October’s Holiday Marina Golf Classic benefits Boys & Girls Clubs of Hall County

By Pamela A. Keene Grab your golf clubs and head out to Legacy on Lanier Golf Course on Thursday, October 10, for the Holiday Marina Golf Classic, benefitting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hall County.

This 15th annual event draws Hall County is a wonderful orall level of golfers who play for ganization that truly saves the the sake of the kids. lives of young people,” said Alex “The Boys & Girls Clubs of

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“This will be a great event,” Laidlaw said.

“The Legacy course has never been in better shape and what a good cause to support.”

The golf classic will be played 4-man modified scramble. It will sell out at 128 players.

Registration begins at 9 a.m.

Laidlaw of Westrec, owners of Holiday Marina. Laidlaw also serves on the advisory board of the clubs.

“We’re glad to do what we can to help the organization raise funds every year, and I’m personally proud to be associated with them.”

This year’s classic features the Million Dollar Shootout Raffle, a

on October 10; the event has an 11 a.m. start.

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Each year the Boys & Girls • Supportive relationships: The Clubs of Hall County serve alin early morning fire club ensures that every young most 4,000 youth ages 6 to 18 at An early morning fire destroyed much of a Buford landmark on Wednesday, August 28.

The Dam Store suffered extensive damage in the fire that’s being investigated by the Gwinnett Fire Department.

The Dam Store recently reopened under the ownership of Tony and Noel Massey. The couple and their blended family of five children were apparently living above the store in the two-story section on the east

end of the building.

According to reports, one of the couple’s younger sons was up late watching television when he smelled smoke and alerted his parents. Everyone escaped safely.

Tony and Noel Massey purchased the business in May and had been working to rebuild a customer base. They opened the Lighthouse Café in early August.

The Masseys could not be reached for comment.

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Happy Madison leaves legacy for Lake Lanier Islands, North Georgia

By Pamela A. Keene The movie stars have come and gone, but there’s still evidence of their nearly four months in and around Lake Lanier. Adam Sandler and his Happy Madison production company left Flowery Branch better than they found it, choosing the area for the majority of filming of “The Familymoon.” Originally called “Blended,” other filming locations included Buford, Lawrenceville, Gainesville, and eventually, South Africa.

Sandler and actress Drew Barrymore and their families were spotted across North Georgia, not only on the various sets of the film, but also dining out at area restaurants and enjoying free time at the lake.

By now, word has spread that one of the film’s beneficiaries was Four Seasons on Lanier neighborhood, where the production company built a softball field that was used for at least a week of shooting.

When Happy Madison left, the field remained.

The production company’s crew spent more than 90 days at Lake Lanier Islands Resort, some arriving as early as April to prepare for the filming. The resort not only served as home base for most of the cast and crew, it will also be seen in the

film.

“They shot six times here at the resort,” said Kelley Wilson, Legacy Lodge sales manager. “And they also spent time at the park. People knew they were here and came out to see them.”

As part of the film, the production company used the wave pool at LanierWorld. But the waves weren’t big enough, so Happy Madison donated $37,000 to enhance the wave action. “They put money into the wave pool for a scene in the movie.”

Blended’s wrap party was also held at the resort’s Legacy Point, a catered affair attended by more than 200 people from the cast and crew in mid-August.

This was the first time that a movie has been filmed at Lake Lanier Islands Resort, Wilson said. “We would love to have more movies. It’s certainly good for business.”

Filming also took place at Riverside Military Academy, Green Street Circle and Green Street in Gainesville, Mall of Georgia, and other locations. Sandler and crew were spotted at various eateries including Fish Tales in Flowery Branch, Mellow Mushroom and Pasquale’s in Gainesville.

The film is set for release in May, 2014.

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Fairy tales really do come true at the lake

‘Something Blue’ creates destination weddings at Lake Lanier Islands Resort Shore Lines From the fascinating to the remarkable, Lake Lanier harbors many personalities and places along its shores. Lakeside presents “Shore Lines” – stories about people who live, work and play around the lake and the places that make the area special.

By Pamela A. Keene ittle girls spin dreams and hopes about their big day almost from the time they can talk. All the grownup girls in pretty dresses, surrounded by friends and flowers, getting ready to wed their soul mates is the stuff that fairy tales are made of.

And so it is at Lake Lanier Islands, especially since the Williams family took over management of the 1,100-acre resort several years ago. Oh, there have always been weddings at the Islands but not until about three years ago did the concept of waterside weddings blossom.

“Mr. Williams is the visionary for Something Blue,” said Karl Owara, director of catering and weddings. “And he’s always about doing things to right way from the beginning and that has been his goal with hosting weddings here at the resort.”

So, weddings and special events have now gone beyond the ballroom at Legacy Lodge (the Is-

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land’s hotel) to nearly 20 venues that include floating platforms, rustically elegant pavilions and grassy rolling hillsides. Using both permanent structures and tents, the islands can accommodate weddings with up to 500 guests.

“There’s something about the water that’s romantic,” Owara said. “Lake Lanier is the closest thing we have to a beach in Atlanta, and with the ease of traveling to and from Atlanta by air or automobile, more and more couples are selecting Lake Lanier Islands for their destination weddings.”

All a wedding party needs can be provided at the resort – lodging for family and friends, activities like horseback riding, golf, or boating in the days leading up to the wedding, a wide variety of catering choices from light buffets to lavish sit-down dinners and even romantic suites for the honeymoon.

“We provide a one-stop destination for the rehearsal dinner,

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the bridesmaids’ luncheon, the ceremony and reception and even a post-wedding brunch before the couple leaves for their honeymoon,” he said.

Recently, the resort hosted a wedding for a bride who lived in Houston and the groom lived in New Orleans. “The family lives in Atlanta and having a destination wedding at the resort worked perfectly,” Owara said. “They turned their destination wedding into a family reunion and stayed multiple nights.”

The former hospitality center between Holiday Marina and the front gates of the park has been converted to a wedding paradise where brides and grooms, parents and friends meet with staff to plan their big event. The interior is dressed with tulle and organdy, setting the scene for what’s to come. From the time they enter to meet with a wedding specialists through all the details of the event, brides receive personal attention to create a wedding event that’s uniquely their own.

Four wedding specialists on staff are available to meet with brides seven days a week in twohour appointments that include tours of venues across the property. “On Saturdays, our specialists may each have as many as six appointments,” Owara said. “We take all the time that’s necessary to ensure that all their questions

are answered.”

Decisions to be made include selecting the wedding venue, the type of reception, the menu and various other details. The resort can provide brides with officiants, florists, decorators and coordinators/planners to manage the tasks leading up to the wedding.

There’s even a contact for someone who will bring white doves to be released during the ceremony.

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The Islands can provide a horse and carriage for the bride and groom.

Owara said that the initial appointment may include the bride and groom, the bride and her mother, the bride and both mothers, bride and maid of honor, and sometimes some of the bridesmaids. “This is a big decision about where to marry, so we welSee Weddings, page 51

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come the brides to bring whoever they want to meet with us.

Typically, the staff recommends selecting a date and venue at least six to nine months in advance, although dates in June – the “wedding” month – tend to fill up early. The bulk of the weddings take place from May through early November. With such a large number of venues, the resort has hosted as many as five weddings on one day.

“Because locations are spread out, there’s little concern for overlap,” he said “We have plenty of room and ample staff for each event and plan accordingly.”

When the Islands made the move to develop outdoor venues, the first to be created was Legacy Pointe, with a beautiful pair of open-air gazebos joined by a graceful archway. A backdrop of hardwoods with the lake beyond, the site is popular also because of three-peaked tented pavilion is perfect for lavish or informal receptions.

Next came PineIsle Pointe with its rolling meadow that leads to a sweeping view of the lake. Nearby – just a short walk – receptions are held in the climatecontrolled pavilion that includes a large stone fireplace that’s used when the nights are cooler.

Other venues include the floating

Venetian Pier, guests seated under cover as the bridal party approaches across the dock; the Carriage House near Sunset Cove; the Summer House with a pool and deck; or Legacy Courtyard, directly behind Legacy Lodge.

Of course, couples can also select an indoor venue for their ceremony and/or reception, such as the Grand Ballroom for larger weddings, the Magnolia Room for intimate ceremonies, or the Veranda Room. Weddings can also be hosted poolside at the Conference Center.

For the more adventuresome, choose the Island Princess, the resort’s 85-foot yacht with enclosed seating on the main level and upper deck with separate bar.

The 75-foot Island Queen also accommodates rehearsal dinners, wedding ceremonies and receptions, and both can include sunset cruises. The resort’s Spirit of Lanier paddleboat can accommodate 40 guests.

“Several years ago, we were doing only about 30 or 40 weddings a year,” Owara said. “We’re expecting to host somewhere around 200 this year, because of all our new venues and the romance of the lake.

Weddings are such an exciting time in a couple’s life, and we’re so pleased to be a part of the beginning of their lives together.”

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Two shore clean-ups aim to pick up tons of trash

By Jane Harrison Volunteers will take aim at rusted shopping carts, old tires, and general refuse released by careless hands in two Lake Lanier area clean-ups this month. Both events are expected to remove tons of trash from Lanier and its tributaries.

The first on Sept. 21 targets Flat Creek, an inlet notorious for collecting run-off from litterbugs on city streets.

Volunteers in the Rivers Alive Adopt a Stream Clean-up organized by the City of Gainesville and Keep Hall Beautiful will meet at the Flat Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant (2641 Old Flowery Branch Rd.) beginning at 8:30 a.m. Make a reservation by calling (770) 532-7462 or sign up at www.facebook.com/GainesvilleWater.

Participants should wear closed toe shoes and clothing for muddy conditions.

Around 100 to 125 volunteers normally help out in the Gainesville clean-up, said Brian Wiley, city environmental marketing coordinator. He reported they picked up about three tons of trash last year.

large items to an advance location a week before Shore Sweep.

Advanced locations, some of which are accessible only by boat, are located near Bald Ridge Marina, Aqualand Marina, Lanier Harbor Marina, Port Royale Marina, Gainesville Marina, Wahoo Creek/Clarks Bridge, and War Hill Park. (See Shore Sweep link at www.lakelanier.org for exact The Sept. 28, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Shore Sweep put on by the Lake locations).

Shore Sweep organizers are Lanier Association focuses on 11 hoping someone will haul in a locations around the lake and load to top the record set by LLA nearby shorelines: Aqualand Mamember Rick Marton, whose tugrina, Clarks Bridge Park, boat and barge lugged in nine Gainesville Marina, Holiday MaScenes from previous Shore Sweeps. tons of trash.

Marton said he’ll rina, Lake Lanier Islands, Sunrise Cove Marina, War Hill Park, Bald captain the tug again this year and is seeking volunteers to load the Ridge Marina, Habersham Mabarge. rina, Port Royale Marina, and Shore Sweep participants turnLanier Harbor Marina. More than ing in a bag of trash get a t-shirt 1,000 people are expected to pardesigned by a Lake Lanier-area ticipate. child and selected in an annual Volunteers may pick up trash contest. bags at the Shore Sweep location Volunteers should wear gloves and deposit their loads at the loand dress for muddy conditions. cation, except for Lake Lanier IsRegistration is not required, but lands. helps organizers get the shoreline Shore Sweep workers can covered. enter the resort’s main gate to collect trash at no charge.

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Aqua Activities: Brenau Masters Swim Team, Gainesville.

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Tugaloo Triathlon, Lavonia. 1.5K swim, 42 K bike, 10K run, 8 a.m. Sept.

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Bootlegger Super Sprint Adult/Children Triathlon, Dawsonville. Adults-250 yard pool swim, 9 mile bike, 2 mile run; various distances for kids, 8 a.m. Sept. 9, various start times for children’s races, Veterans Memorial Park, 186 Recreation Way. $40 kids, $45 adults. www.fivestarntp.com, (770) 633-5511 Eric Shanteau’s Swim for Your Life, Buford. Open water 1K/5K/500 yard swimming events, swim clinics with Olympians. Races for age 12 and older start at 9:30 a.m.; 500 yard junior race 10:30 a.m., swim clinic 12:30 p.m.

Sept. 21. Lake Lanier Islands Resort, 7000 Lanier Islands Pkwy. No on site registration.

Adults $50 swim only, $70 swim/clinic; youth $35/$55; www.shanteauopenwater.com, www.active.com.

Lake Lanier Islands Triathlon, Buford. 400 meter swim, 13 mile bike, 5K run, 7:30 a.m.

Sept. 29; mandatory bike drop off Sept. 28, Lake Lanier Islands Resort, 7000 Lake Lanier Islands Pkwy. Individuals $70 by Sept 15, $90 after; relays $130/$150. $12 per person USAT fee.www.active.com, www.gamultisports.com, (770) 926-2367.

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

First Friday, Gainesville. Live music performances on the downtown square; patrons can purchase alcoholic beverages and wristbands from local restaurants and stroll designated downtown area, beverage in hand, 5-10 p.m. Aug. 9, Sept. 6. Free. www.gainesville.org.

Hall County Farmers Market, Gainesville.

Farmers sell locally grown fruits, vegetables, flowers, 6 a.m.-sellout Tuesdays, 7 a.m.-noon Saturdays, Jesse Jewell/East Crescent Dr. (770) 531-6900.

Farmers Market, Gainesville. Farmers market features locally grown produce, cooking demonstrations, 2:30-sellout or 6:30 p.m., Fridays through Sept., Downtown Gainesville Square. www.gainesville.org.

Dahlonega Farmers Market. 8 a.m.-noon Tues. & Sat. through Oct. 12, Hancock Park, Downtown Dahlonega. www.dahlonega.org.

Appalachian Jam, Dahlonega. Acoustic mountain music pickers and singers perform 25 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 12, Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site, Downtown Dahlonega. www.dahlonega.org.

Holiday Gorge Floor Hike, Tallulah Falls.

Strenuous trek, including 531 stairs, river crossing, boulder climbing and rock jumping to swim near Bridal Veil Falls, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Aug.31-Sept. 2, Tallulah Gorge State Park,

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Action Dash, Oakwood. 5K/Fun run 8 a.m.

Sept. 2, University of North Georgia Gainesville Campus, 3820 Mundy Mill Rd. Fun run $15, 5K $25. www.active.com.

Tuesday Night Cycling Races, Dawsonville.

Bicycle races each Tuesday night through Sept.

24, various start times 5-6:45 p.m., Atlanta Motorsports Park, 20 Duck Thurmond Rd. www.ampcyclingseries.com, www.usacycling.org.

Labor Day Run for Autism, Cumming.

10K, 7:30 a.m. Sept. 2, Totally Running, 405 Peachtree Pkwy. $40. www.active.com www.totallyrunning.com.

Kicking Childhood Cancer 5K/1K, Cumming. 8 a.m. Sept. 2, Fowler Park, 4110 Carolene Way. 5K $35, 1K $15. www.active.com.

First Friday, Gainesville. Live music performances on the downtown square; patrons can purchase alcoholic beverages and wristbands from local restaurants and stroll designated downtown area, beverage in hand, 5-10 p.m. Sept. 6. Free. www.gainesville.org.

First Friday Concert, Dahlonega. Ugly Cousin and Fools Gold, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 6, Hancock Park, Downtown Dahlonega. www.dahlonegadda.org.

Thin Mint Fun Run/5K, Suwanee. 8:30 a.m. Sept. 7, Settles Bridge Park, 380 Johnson Rd. $15/$25. www.active.com, www.lanier.scoutlander.com.

Dirty Spokes Trail Runs, Helen. 7.8 and 3.5 mile races 8:30 a.m. Sept. 7, Unicoi State Park, 1788 Hwy. 356. 3.5 $30, $35 race day; 7.8 $45. $5 parking. (706) 878-2201, Ext. 305. www.active.com, www.dirtyspokes.com.

Youth Fishing Days at Buck Shoals, Helen.

Children accompanied by adult fish stocked lake, 8 a.m.-noon, Sept. 21. Call for directions to Buck Shoals, near Smithgall Woods State Park, 61 Tsalaki Trl. $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org, (706) 878-3087.

First Saturday Hike, Gainesville. Naturalist led hikes focuses on “Amazing Arachnids” in Chicopee Woods 10-11:30 a.m. Sept. 7, Elachee Nature Science Center, 2123 Elachee Dr. $5 adults, $3 children 2-12, free to Elachee members and children younger than 3. www.elachee.org, (770) 535-1976.

Trail Crew Work Day, Gainesville. Bring water, lunch and gloves for trail maintenance work, tools provided, ages 18 and older, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 7, Elachee Nature Science Center, 2123 Elachee Dr. Call to register. www.elachee.org, (770) 535-1976.

Tuesday Night Cycling Races, Dawsonville.

Bicycle races each Tuesday night through Sept.

24, various start times 5-6:45 p.m., Atlanta Motorsports Park, 20 Duck Thurmond Rd. www.ampcyclingseries.com, www.usacycling.org.

Georgia Master Naturalist Program, Gainesville. Lectures and outside learning program explores habitats and ecosystems in Georgia, 1-5:30 p.m. Thursdays thru Oct. 31, Elachee Nature Science Center, 2123 Elachee Dr. $160 10/sessions plus one field trip. Must be 18 or older to participate. www.elachee.org, (770) 535-1976.

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

International Festival, Gainesville. Music, belly dancing, parade/pep rally on the eve of the Dragon Boat Festival, 6:30-10 p.m. Sept.

13, Downtown Gainesville Square. Free. www.gainesville.org, (770) 531-2664.

Annual Snake Day, Gainesville. Program features exotic and native snakes and reptiles,

children’s crafts, activities, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept.

14, Elachee Nature Science Center, 2123 Elachee Dr. Adults & children 2-12 $5, free to Elachee members and children younger than 2. www.elachee.org, (770) 535-1976.

Muscle Milk Woodsy, Dawsonville.

9 and 5 mile foot races on double and single track trails on private property, 9 a.m. Sept. 14, Woodsman’s Ranch, off Grizzle Rd. $60/$40. www.musclemilewoodsy.com, www.coolrunning.com.

Connectability 5K/10K, Dahlonega. 8 a.m.

Sept. 14, Hancock Park, just off Downtown Square. $23/$33 early; $28/$38 race day. Free fun run. www.coolrunning.com, www.garunner.org.

Stars Over Elachee, Gainesville. View constellations, the moon, planets and stars, 7:309:30 p.m. Sept. 14, Elachee Nature Science Center, 2123 Elachee Dr. Suggested for adults and children age 8 and older. Bring flashlight and pencil. Register in advance, reserve a telescope. $10 adults, $5 children 2-12, free to Elachee members. www.elachee.org, (770) 535-1976.

911 Memorial XC 5K/Fun Run, Winder.

Fun run 5:30 p.m., 5K 6 p.m. Sept. 14, Fort Yargo State Park, 210 S. Broad St. 5K $20 by Sept. 7, $25 after; fun run $15/$20. www.runningintheusa.com, (706) 680-7223.

Skedaddle for Scholarships, Buford. 5K 8 a.m. Sept. 14, Main Street Park & Amphitheatre, 400 East Main St. $25 before Sept. 14, $28 race day. www.runnersfit.com.

Suwanee Day Classic. 5K/10K/Fun Run 7:30/8:30/8:35 a.m. Sept. 14, Suwanee Town Center Park, 330 Town Ave. Fun run $20, 5K/10K combo $40, 5K $25,10K $35; add $10 late registration. www.active.com, www.runnersfit.com.

Women for the Woods, Helen. Classes in canoe/kayak, fly fishing, firearms and more, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 14, Buck Shoals near Smithgall Woods State Park, 61 Tsalaki Trl. $50, plus $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org, (706) 8783087.

Mountain Music Arts & Craft Festival, Blairsville. Appalachian bluegrass & gospel, handmade arts & crafts, concessions 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 14, Vogel State Park, 405 Vogel State Park Rd. $2-$5, plus $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org, (706) 745-2628.

Run for Hunger 5K, Dawsonville. 8 a.m.

Sept. 14, Rock Creek Park, 445 Martin Rd. $20 plus can of non-perishable food. www.active.com.

North Lanier 5K Run & Walk, Cumming.

8 a.m. Sept. 14, Stars & Strikes, 133 Merchants Square. $25 early, $30 race day. www.fivestarntp.com.

Don Carter State Park Dedication Ceremony, Gainesville. Public dedication ceremony with remarks from Gov. Nathan Deal, 11 a.m.

Sept. 16, Don Carter State Park, 5000 N. Browning Bridge Rd. Free. www.gastateparks.org, 678-540-7726.

Full Moon Suspension Bridge Hike, Tallulah Falls. Mile and a half night hike to suspension bridge over falls, 7-9 p.m. Sept. 18, 8:15-10:15 p.m. Sept. 20, Tallulah Gorge State Park, 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Dr. Register in advance. $5 plus $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org, (706) 754-7981.

Adopt a Stream Lake Clean-Up, Gainesville. Volunteers pick up trash in City of Gainesville/Keep Hall Beautiful clean-up of Flat Creek, 8:30 a.m. Sept. 21, Flat Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant, 2641 Old Flowery Branch Rd. Wear closed-toe shoes and apparel

for muddy conditions. Gloves, trash bags, breakfast and lunch provided. Please register in advance by calling (770) 532-7462 or www.facebook.com/GainesvilleWater.

Cupcake Challenge, Clermont. 1K fun run 7:45 a.m., 5K 8 a.m. Sept. 21, Concord Baptist Church, 640 Main St. $15/$20 by Sept. 21, $20/$25 after. www.runnersfit.com. 770-5611050.

Tour de Marel 5K, Gainesville. 8 a.m. Sept.

21, American Legion, Riverside Dr. $20 adults, $10 children 12 and younger. (770) 297-2184, tourdemarel.GAI@marel.com.

Living Dead Dash 5K/2-Mile Run, Flowery Branch. Zombies chase runners on pavement, trails, 9 a.m. Sept. 21, Flowery Branch High School Cross Country Trail, 6603 Spout Springs Rd. 5K $30 early, $35 race day; 2-mile $25/$30. www.active.com., www.fbhsband.org.

Miles for Smiles 5K/Fun Run, Cumming.

5K 8 a.m., fun run 9 a.m. Sept. 21, CiCi’s Pizza, 2920 Ronald Reagan Blvd. 5K $25, fun run $15. www.active.com., www.fivestarntp.com.

Mountain Mudder, Cleveland. Mud/obstacle 5K, 9 a.m. Sept. 21, 3307 Sandy Flats Rd. $45 by Sept. 7, $65 after. www.runnersfit.com.

23rd Annual Mill Race, Maysville. Fun run/walk 8 a.m., 5K 8:30 a.m. Sept. 21, 416 Hurricane Shoals Rd. $15 early, $18 race day, pre-registered families $40. www.runnersfit.com.

Horsin’ Around 10K, Cumming. 8 a.m.

Sept. 21, Save the Horses Farm, 1768 Newt Green Rd. $30. www.active.com.

Youth Fishing Days at Buck Shoals, Helen.

Children accompanied by adult fish stocked lake, 8 a.m.-noon Sept. 21. Call for directions to Buck Shoals, near Smithgall Woods State Park, 61 Tsalaki Trl. $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org, (706) 878-3087.

Stomp Festival, Dahlonega. Music, food, games, family fun at scarecrow contest/auction, 1-4 p.m. Sept. 21, Hancock Park, 1 block from Downtown Square. Free. www.dahlonega.org, (678) 773-4937.

Shore Sweep, Gainesville. Volunteers pick up trash at various locations on Lake Lanier.

Bring gloves and wear clothing suitable for muddy conditions. Trash bags provided, t-shirts to volunteers turning in a bag of trash. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 28. Registration not required, but helpful in scheduling shoreline coverage. www.lakelanier.org, (770) 503-7757.

Kelsy’s Cure 5K, Gainesville. 8 a.m. Sept.

28, Riverside Military Academy, 2001 Riverside Dr. $20 early, $25 race day. www.active.com, (770) 718-8525.

Fall Fun Run 5K, Buford. 8 a.m. Sept.

28,West Bank Park, 3400 Buford Dam Rd. $25

by Sept. 26, $30 after. www.fivestarntp.com.

Music in the Park, Blairsville. Live performances at Lake Trahyla Pavilion, Sept. 28, call for schedule, Vogel State Park, 405 Vogel State Park Rd. Donations for performers appreciated, $5 parking. www.gastateparks.org, (706) 745-2628.

Your State Parks Day. Free admission to all Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites, Sept. 28. www.gastateparks.org.

Criterium, Expo, Six Gap Century, Three Gap Fifty, Valley Ride, Dahlonega. 25th anniversary bike rides in Georgia mountains, begins Sept. 28 with bike expo 9 a.m-7 p.m. & criterium, 3:30-8:30 p.m. Downtown Dahlonega; Sept. 29, 7:30 a.m. 100 mile ride start; 8:30 a.m. 50 mile and valley ride start.

Rides begin at Lumpkin County High School, 44 School Dr. $70 by Sept. 26, $80 after. www.6gap.com.

- Compiled by Jane Harrison

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Nest record for Georgia’s loggerhead sea turtles Loggerhead sea turtles nesting in Georgia have hit a new high for the fourth straight year.

Sea Turtle Program Coordinator Mark Dodd of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources said on Aug. 13 that more than 2,141 nests – last year’s record total – have been documented on barrier island beaches. The count had reached 2,242 by that morning, according to www.seaturtle.org. While nesting season is nearly over, the total will not be final until fall, as scientists use genetics to identify 11 “unknown” nests.

This summer marks only the second time since comprehensive surveys began in 1989 that the federally threatened reptiles have laid more than 2,000 nests in Georgia. Nest totals have also climbed steadily since 2009, the longest such span in 25 years and an encouraging change from the usual up and down fluctuations in loggerhead nesting.

DNR analysis last year showed that the increasing trend is statistically significant.

“We feel like we’re seeing the continued recovery of loggerheads,” said Dodd, a senior Nongame Conservation Section biologist with the DNR’s Wildlife Resources Division.

The health of this iconic species affects coastal environments and economies, an impact heightened in a state where more than 30 percent of residents 16 and older take part in wildlife-watching activities.

Dodd credits the recovery to a wide range of conservation measures, from Georgia Sea Turtle Cooperative members using wire screen to shield nests from predators to commercial fishery regulations reducing sea turtle deaths off Georgia’s coast and far into the Atlantic Ocean.

The Sea Turtle Cooperative is a network of volunteers, researchers and agency employees who patrol barrier island beaches daily during the sea turtle nesting season, protecting and managing nests.

Dodd cautioned that the current nesting run still falls shy of federal recovery benchmarks: a two percent annual increase for 50 years resulting in a statewide total of 2,800 nests a year. But he’s excited about the apparent rebound, particularly after a slow start to the nesting season had some turtle watchers thinking 2013 might be a down year for loggerheads.

And while nesting comes to a close, hatching is in full swing. About 23 percent of sea turtle hatchlings on Georgia beaches have dug out of their sand nests and headed toward the surf.

The hatching success rate – hovering at about 60 percent – has been boosted by the lack of tropical storms swamping Georgia so far this summer.

Dodd said two major factors affect sea turtle hatching success rates: predation, mainly by feral hogs and raccoons, and tropical storms, including the stormspawned tidal surges that inundate nests.

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Lakeside’s Recreation Guide

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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The changing real estate market on Lake Lanier If you were around Lake Lanier in 2008 and 2009, you probably remember the dismal real estate market. We were living through a catastrophic recordbreaking drought, and the great recession was in full swing. Many homeowners with upside-down home values were facing foreclosures, and home buyers were few and far between. Thankfully, so far in 2013, it’s a brighter day.

Lake sales trending up The beautiful lake has been above full pool all summer, so lake enthusiasts are re-energized about Lanier. Interest rates, though starting to rise, are still very low. Thanks to the recession, lake home prices remain 25 to 30 percent below their peak in 2007.

People considering putting their homes on the market have been forced to do renovations to be competitive, so there is a larger percentage of up-to-date houses available. The result? A much improved Lake Lanier real estate market. In the first seven months of the year, lake sales were up 30 percent over the same period in 2012. The average number of days on the market for a lake house has dropped to 157. That’s

a 43 percent decrease from its peak value in 2011 of 275 days.

The average price for a lake house is reasonably healthy at $464,000, but the price points that make up that average have changed a little. Higher priced homes are starting to sell again, and final sales prices are coming in much closer to list prices. The accompanying graph shows the number of lakefront homes with private docks sold in the JanuaryJuly period since 2008.

Hot markets As you can see, the number of lake homes sold is definitely rising. The next logical question is which markets are the hottest for Lake Lanier sales? Not surprisingly, Gainesville, which is the largest city on the lake, has the most homes sold so far this year with 69. Cumming is second with 29, and Dawsonville is third with 14. The accompanying pie chart shows a breakdown of where these 2013 lake homes sales were located.

Financing Mortgage bankers and real estate agents are often asked the most common way that buyers finance their lake homes. About 65

percent take out a conventional loan with at least 20 percent down. Another 10 percent use other categories of loans with less than 20 percent down. These financing options normally require mortgage insurance which adds to the cost. But the most notable trend of this past year is the number of cash buyers who have purchased lake homes. Fully 20 percent of lake home purchases are made by cash buyers. Most experts believe that this is the result of lessons learned in the recession about buying within your means and not beyond. The rest of the purchases were made through FHA, VA and other special financing programs.

Most popular price points Because there are more people who can afford the less expensive properties, those will always be the most popular price points.

However, we are starting to see more buyers in the jumbo price ranges ($500s and up). Here is a breakdown of the number of sales in the first seven months of 2013 by price range.

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Lake economy mixed after rainy summer on over-full lake

By Jane Harrison As Lake Lanier brimmed at its highest summer level ever, one might expect a booming lake economy buoyed by high waters.

But, many lake area businesses report the rain that raised the lake above full pool since early spring has plummeted their bottom line for the season. Some business owners even assert that they do better during drought-ridden summers enriched with golden sunshine, a rare sight during this peak season when many a weekend lake outing got rained out.

A major bright spot in an otherwise dreary 2013 summer emerged with a rise in lake home sales. The rainfall that filled coves and floated docks created a gorgeous lakescape that lit up home sales around the lake. And folks who enjoy looking out on the blue view from their dry living rooms are getting set to hit the water when the sun comes out.

Businesses that build and repair docks report a record year that hints that even though people may not be getting out on the lake, they’re thinking about it. That could form the silver lining to this cloud-filled summer for years to come.

Businesses that rely on recreation seekers for income were hit hard, especially in July. “The

Fourth of July is like Christmas for us,” said Missy Burgess, spokesperson for Lake Lanier Islands Resort. “The July Fourth weekend was the absolute worst we’ve ever had. It rained every day, all day.”

People don’t go to the LanierWorld beach and water park when it rains. Nor do they mingle at Sunset Cove, rent boats at Harbor Landing, play golf or ride horses.

“The rain in July really impacted our recreational business,” Burgess said. But, it did not impact the hotel, where group and business bookings, as well as weddings, kept guests coming in.

Burgess expected hotel reservations this fall, plus the resort’s concert series and popular Magical Nights of Lights holiday tour offer a “good chance to recover” from the slow summer.

Smaller recreation outfitters, like Hammonds Fishing Center, are also looking to off-season and non-traditional sales to help out.

“Thank God I put hunting in. If not for that we would be struggling,” said Tim Hawkins, manager of the family owned store.

He hoped hunting supplies, school apparel, and the store’s staple, fishing gear, will even out flat sales of float tubes and water toys, which dipped to half of normal.

Seth Wolcott, district manager of West Marine, said that sales of a non-traditional item, stand up paddle boards, have helped balance the season. He said purchases of the popular flatwater surf boards show that “people are trying hard to get in the water” during a summer that left many a boat tied to the dock.

Area marinas report that boat slip and dry stack occupancy has been stable or up a little over previous years. Gainesville Marina President Philip Burton gave Summer 2013 a “mixed review.”

He calculated sales are off 10 to 20 percent in some departments, while others remained steady. “Gas sales are struggling to stay at par (with past years),” he said and boat repair service is lagging. “Quite frankly, people are not using their boats as much … so they don’t have the tendency to break” or need fuel.

Boat sales, though, are about three to five percent higher statewide, said Burton, an officer of the Marine Trade Association of Metropolitan Atlanta. He speculated that if not for the heavy rain, boat sales might have risen to double digits this summer. He added that since his marina’s rental boat fleet is small, his business did not suffer as much as others.

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Courtesy docks across the lake have shown more vacancies this summer due to the abnormal rainfall, especially during weekends.

Brent Pearson, Operations Manager of Traina Enterprises, which owns Port Royale, said that although slip and stack occupancy is up a little at the Cumming marina, small boat and personal watercraft rental is off about 20 percent from last year. “It’s definitely because of rainy weekends,” he said. Boat sales and service remained about the same.

Pearson and Burton share views about lake level and sunshine. “We would much prefer to have sun shining and dry summer months, even if it means lower water levels, for our business.

People use their boats a lot more when it’s dry and hot, even with low water, “ Pearson said. “In fact the water level has really been too high this year for some of our summer season.

Even major gulf coast beaches

By Jane Harrison Q. Is it possible for businesses boaters, such as houseboats. The have felt the impact – the good Stacey Dickson, President of beaches are underwater and isnews for us is that our target audi- to recover this fall? If so, how? the Lake Lanier lands/shoreline less accessible.”

A. Depending on the weather ence (Atlanta) is less that a 1/4 Convention & Burton concurred. “We’ve and how warm the water temperagas tank away. So, when the Visitors Bureau, seen a lake level so high it’s hurt ture stays we may be looking at weather is good, they can come responded to an extended lake season with visi- more than helped. The water has back and visit again where other questions about covered beaches on islands where destinations are six to eight hours tors enjoying the water longer how a summer of boaters like to pop in, explore and than usual to make up for the drive away and returning during rain affected lake rainy summer. Buzz online in so- throw their beach towels out, he fair weather is not an option. area businesses.

Dickson said. “Island hopping is down to a cial media groups points to Q. How does business this Questions and anminimum.” boaters making plans to meet up swers in an emailed interview ap- summer compare with summers “It’s been a terrible year … it’s when there was little rainfall, but as long as there is sunshine and pear below: a low lake level? warmth – that means well into the rained at least one day every Q. The lake is full, but we’ve weekend,” said William Archer, A. I’m sure you have heard the fall. With special fall events like had rain almost every weekend vice-president of Paradise Rental (adage) “Make Hay While the Lake Lanier Islands’ Wine this summer. Ironically, the rain Boats at Port Royale. “Revenue is Sun is Shining.” That is really Cruises, visitors looking for the that filled the lake has also definitely down for the year,” he true of a resort destination like changing leaves of autumn and drenched many a lake outing. said in late August just before a How has it affected lake-depend- Lake Lanier. Even when the lake with the season’s many fairs and weekend with a 30 percent was at its lowest, we still do a lot festivals – we should be able to ent businesses this summer? chance of Saturday rain. Referof business as long as the sun is recoup some of the loss the A. Revenue is down for the ring to a past plagued with low shining. When the days are long dreary weather caused this sumsummer overall due mostly to water, he added, “With all we’ve weather related issues. But Lake and hot with little to no rain, remer. Plans are under way for been through on Lake Lanier, it’s Lanier is not alone in this plight. tail sales of items like ice, food some exciting holiday activities hard to complain about the rain.

Many of our fellow water destina- and beverage, boat rental and that will be new to the area, so But, it got worthy of complaining tions have had similar weather water toys obviously are higher.

I’m optimistic about our upcomabout a month ago … hopefully patterns and have experienced the Low lake levels have a lower im- ing Christmas season which is same downturn in spending due pact on revenue than inclement usually not a major revenue gen- we’ll make up ground in the next two weeks.” weather does during the peak erator on the lake. to the limitation of activities.

Make hay while the sun shines

Such was the hope of other businesses looking for a dry, warm autumn to make up for lost revenue. “We’re hoping for better weather. We’re keeping positive … the lake is fuller than ever, we’re hoping that will allow boaters to come out more in the fall,” said Janet Bennett, who runs Aqualand Marina’s Dockside Grill with husband, Chris. She estimated about 80 percent of their diners come by boat and their number rises and falls with the sun. “We either have a tremendous drop” when the rain comes down, or “record days” when the sun comes out, she said. “We’re balancing out.”

The same was true at Fish Tales Lakeside Grille at Hideaway Bay Marina. “When the sun is out, we have experienced record crowds,” said owner Dale Ozaki. He added that last year’s drier summer created a “perfect scenario” for a restaurant on Lanier. “Experiencing a drought during the summer allowed us to have great boating weather almost every weekend. Our sales grew drastically,” he said.

He indicated that an increase in diners coming from land has off-set a decrease in boat traffic.

Business volume is actually up 12 percent, he said, attributed to 60 percent of customers coming by car. Normally, the majority of diners arrive by boat.

“We will continue to focus on growing land traffic and know that under prime circumstances, the boaters will come in record numbers,” he said.

Boat business on the full lake, as Burton noted, has been good.

“It’s been far better than at low times,” said Brent Danneman, See Economy, page 63

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Lake Lanier Marinas Info AQUALAND MARINA Hours of operation: 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 Store/Dock hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days a week Types of fuel: Non-ethanol, 90 octane Price of fuel: (as of 8/25/13) $4.99 On-site eatery: Dockside Grill Take-out menu: Sandwiches Restaurant description: Casual Menu: Famous “Docker Burger,” sandwiches, salads & seafood grilled & fried.

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

AQUAMARINA LAZY DAYS Hours of operation: : Office/Dock, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days a week Phone: 770-945-1991 Website: www.lazydaysmarina.com Location: 6700 Holiday Rd, Buford Types of slips available: Wet docks for 75-150 foot covered & 100-foot open slips; 554 dry stack; New 125' x 24' & 150 x 26' HB slips now available.

Types of fuel: 90 Non-ethonol and ValvTect diesel marine fuel Price of fuel: (as of 8/25/13) $4.99 premium; $4.39 diesel Security: Holiday Marina security patrols marina Full Maintenance, Repair and Service: Marine Max, 770-614-6968 Additional amenities: Free pump/porti-potti station for members. Wet slips: private gated access, golf cart valet service, free dockside pumpout. New gas dock easy access for houseboats. New courtesy docks for dry stack customers. Boat sales: Marine Max. BALD RIDGE MARINA Hours of operation: Office, Mon-Fri, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., marina has 24/7 access.

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

Store: Sandwich shop; some boating supplies Store hours: Seasonal Types of fuel: 90 Non-ethanol; diesel Price of fuel: (as of 8/25/13) $4.99; $4.59 diesel (Dock open 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Mon.-Thurs.; 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Fri.; 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat.; 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun.) On-site eatery: Dockside Sandwich Company Eatery hours: 11-6 M-F and 10-6 Sat/Sun - Seasonal Menu: Grilled & cold sandwiches, snack foods, drinks Restaurant description: Casual Phone: 770-889-5177 Security: 24/7 security, gated Additional amenities: Full-service department, parts department, boat body work, yacht repair & Marine Max

Stovall sales dock. Boating supplies/commissary/dry goods/retail clothing items.

GAINESVILLE MARINA Hours of operation: Office, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., 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 8/25/13) $4.89 (Dock open 9 a.m.-6 p.m., 7 days a week; Pay-at-the-Pump, 9 a.m.- ‘til 30 minutes before dusk, 7 days a week) On-site eatery: Skogies Menu: Barbecue, seafood and American fare.

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

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

HABERSHAM MARINA Hours of operation: Office/Store, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days a week Phone: 770-887-5432 Website: www.habershammarina.com Location: 2200 Habersham Marina Rd., Cumming Types of slips available: 650 slips for dry storage up to 27’ Store: Yes Types of fuel: 90 Recreational fuel, non-ethanol Price of fuel: (as of 8/25/13) $ 4.68 (Dock open 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days a week) Security: Yes Additional amenities: Repair services, detailing and bottom cleaning. Also bathroom and shower facilities are available.

HIDEAWAY BAY MARINA Hours of operation: Office: 8:30 a.m5:30 p.m., 7 days; Marina: 24/7 Phone: 770-967-5500 Website: www.hideawaybaymarina.com Location: 6334 Mitchell St., Flowery Branch Types of slips available: Wet (510) Dry (150) Showroom: Atlanta Marine Store/Gas Dock hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., 7 days a week Types of Fuel: 90 octane, non-ethanol Price of fuel: (as of 8/25/13) $4.58 On-site eatery: Fish Tales Security: 24/7 manned security Additional amenities: Restaurant-Seasonal, complete boat/motor repair, new bathhouse w/ locked showers and AC, laundry, pump out, trailer storage.

HOLIDAY MARINA Hours of operation:Office/Store/Dock, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Mon.-Sun. Phone: 770-945-7201 Website: www.holidaylakelanier.com Location: 6900 Holiday Rd., Buford Types of slips available: 22-100' Uncovered including 80, 90, and 100' Breakwater Slips; 26-85' Covered Slips totalling 1238 Slips

Store: Yes; Convenience items and basic boating supplies.

Types of fuel: Premium, unleaded & diesel, non-ethanol Price of fuel: (as of 8/25/13): $4.99 premium; $4.99 unleaded; $4.49 diesel (5 percent discount with Westrec advantage membership) On-site eatery: Castaways Seafood Bar & Grill Menu: Fish, chicken and burger baskets Phone: 678 765-0424 Security: 24/7 Additional amenities: Boat rentals, repair service, pumpout station, boat sales, TowBoat US LANIER HARBOR MARINA Hours of operation: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days; Gas dock: 24 hours.

Phone: 770-945-2884 Website: www.lanierharbor.com Location: 2066 Pinetree Dr., Buford Types of slips available: 40’x16’ & 50’x18’, with power, water, satellite hook-up Store: Yes Store hours: 24/7 gas dock & store Types of fuel: 89 octane, 93 octane Price of fuel: (as of 8/25/13) $4.89 mid-grade, $4.99 premium, with 10 cents off a gallon, both mid-grade and premium, for Boat US members.

Security: 24/7 Additional amenities: 24/7 towing service PORT ROYALE MARINA Hours of operation: Office, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 days a week Phone: 770-887-5715 Website: www.bestinboating.com/port_royale Location: 9200 Lan Mar Rd., Gainesville Types of slips available: Uncovered, 20' to 80'; covered, 24' to 80' totaling 514 slips & dry stack storage (470) for up to 39'.

Store/Dock hours: 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Mon.-Fri.; 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat./Sun. Store: Service Store & Ship Store Types of fuel: 90-octane Price of fuel: (as of 8/25/13) $4.84 On-site eatery: Pelican Pete's Bar and Grill Security: Night security Additional amenities: Climate controlled bath house with showers, 24/7 self-service pump out, rental boats, Courtesy dock for dry stack, two ship stores, full-service center, largest floating gas dock in Ga., 16 gas pumps.

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

Phone: 770-536-8599 Website: www.sunrisecovermarina.com Location: 5725 Flat Creek Rd., Gainesville Types of slips available: Uncovered-20-70'; Covered24-50'; to include an exclusive 44' Sailboat Breakwater Dock. Total Wet Slips 688 and nine (9) Dry Storage Spaces (boats on trailer).

Store: Yes Types of fuel: 90 recreational, non-ethanol Price of fuel: (as of 8/25/13) $4.95 with 5 percent off with Westrec Advantage Membership Security: 24/7 Additional amenities: Club House, bath house, laundry facility and pump-out open 24/7.

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Lakeside’s Dining Guide Lakeview Dining Big Creek Tavern – Lunch, dinner and breakfast at 11:30 a.m. on Sundays. Open year around. Featuring the “Best” Angus Beef, a step up from old-fashioned American food. Billiards, video games, beer, wine, liquor. Buford.

B-3, 678-482-1662.

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

Dine poolside or indoors. Selections include salads, sandwiches, entrees, desserts and a variety of drink options from full-service bar.

Guests may arrive by boat or car. Buford. B-3, 770-945-8787.

Castaways – Holiday Marina. Offering fish, chicken and burger baskets; hand-cut potato chips with special toppings; casual dining. Full bar service, tropical and frozen drinks.

Call for hours. C-3 678 765-0424. Seasonal.

Dockside Grill Café – Offering full lake views of Lanier in a casual outdoor café setting. Featuring the famous Docker burger, sandwiches including grouper, tuna and mahi. Call for operating hours. Aqualand Marina, Flowery Branch. C-3, 770-363-2318.

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

Baldridge Marina, Cumming. Seasonal. 770889-2185.

Fish Tales Lakeside Grille – Casual lakeside dining featuring grouper fingers, signature salads and much more. Full service indoor and outdoor bar with live music. Open daily, 11:30 a.m., closing at 10 Sun-Thur, 11 p.m. Fri-Sat. Hideaway Bay Marina. C-3, 770-967-3775.

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

Pier 29 – Located on Lake Lanier at lake marker 29 opposite Browns Bridge. Family friendly restaurant with a separate bar and dining patio with live music. Dockside delivery available at restaurant’s courtesy dock as well as delivery to Port Royal Marina. Cumming. www.pier29onlanier.com, 770-781-2242.

Skogies – Made from scratch seafood, BBQ and American fare with a great view served in a laid back pet friendly environment. We serve the best breakfast on Lake Lanier! Menu items include eggs benedict served five ways, Omelettes, shrimp & grits, cathead biscuits & gravy, breakfast sandwiches & more. Call from your boat & they will pick you up. C-1 678 450-1310; www.skogies.net.

Sunset Cove Beach Club – An open-air eatery on a quiet stretch of beach near Chattahoochee Rapids at Lake Lanier Islands Resort. Open for lunch and dinner. Views of the lake during the day or dine under the stars in the glow of firelight from the fireplace. Come by car or by boat. Also at Sunset Cove, Dog and Draft features 12 beers on draft, plus hot dogs, brats and sausage in pretzel buns. Fire and Ice kiosk offers smoked barbecue and burgers. On the waterpark side, Gianni’s Italian Bistro serves pizza, subs and pasta. By water, Sunset Cove is between buoys 7SC and 5SC. www.lakelanierislands.com. Buford. B-3, 770-945-8787.

Windows Restaurant – Located at Legacy Lodge & Conference Center at Lake Lanier Islands Resort and overlooks Lake Lanier. Provides breakfast buffet and menu options daily, and special dining events every Saturday night throughout the season. Guests may arrive by

boat or car. Buford. B-3, www.lakelanierislands.com, 770-945-8787.

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

Austin’s Steak and Seafood – Specialties include seafood, premium aged steaks and chops, baby-back ribs, chicken and pasta. Open daily, lunch and dinner. Full bar. Cumming. A-3, 770844-0902.

Braise – Open for lunch and dinner, Tues.-Sun. Also features fried green tomatoes, BBQ shrimp, oyster po’boys, braised short ribs and pot roast. Dessert for two features apple cobbler and brownie a la mode. Comfort food redefined. Live weekly entertainment downstairs at Coo-Coo’s Nest with an extended bar menu and drink specials. Located at 1920 Freedom Pkwy., just off Ga. Hwy. 400. A-3, Cumming, 678-456-8932.

Branch House Tavern - The ultimate sports restaurant in Hall County offers a selection of hamburgers, wings, hearty salads, southwestern grill fare, and a huge selection of appetizers and desserts. Big screen sports action on 50 HD TVs, and live entertainment. Also featuring a full bar and dancing all night long. 678-8288345 5466 McEver Rd. C-3 Flowery Branch, GA. 30542. Take Out Available Coastal Breeze Seafood Grill – Offering seafood, steaks, ribs, oysters on the half shell, salads, burgers and more. Lunch and dinner, full bar. Sun.-Thur 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Fri-Sat 11 a.m.-midnight. 5390 Lanier Island Parkway.

C-3, www.coastalbreezega.com, 770-945-9181.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

706-482-2200; www.yahoolacreekgrill.com.

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

Aqua Terra Bistro – European fusion cuisine served daily. Open for lunch, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri.; noon-2:30 p.m., Sat.; dinner hours are 5-10 p.m., Mon.-Sun. Located on Buford’s historic Main Street. No reservations. B3, 770-271-3000.

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

Corkscrew Café – Fine dining featuring varied menu choices, open lunch and dinner.

Hours: 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m., Tues.-Thurs.; 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri./Sat.; noon-9 p.m., Sun. Reservations suggested. Located on 51 West Main St., Dahlonega. 706-867-8551.

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

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

706-864-9983.

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

Scott’s Downtown – Upscale casual ambience with specialty sandwiches for lunch and gourmet entrees for dinner. Gainesville. C-2. 770536-1111.

Barbecue/Country/Home Cooking Johnny’s BBQ – Real Pit BBQ pork, chicken & ribs. Brunswick stew. Minutes from Clark’s Bridge rowing venue. Gainesville. Casual. D1, 770-536-2100.

Old McDonald’s BBQ – Real Pit BBQ, Brunswick stew, ribs. Minutes from Lake Lanier. Casual. Buford. B-3, 770-945-3431.

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

C-3, 770-967-4080.

Italian Dominick’s Italian Restaurant – Features cuisine from the north of Italy, with veal, chicken and seafood dishes. Favorites include chicken saltimbocca and garlic bread appetizer. Halfprice bottles of wine on Monday nights, halfprice appetizers from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesdays and endless pasta and salad on Wednesdays.

Dominick’s is open Monday thru Sunday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. for lunch and dinner from 59:30 p.m. Located at the corner of Buford Hwy. and Hamilton Mill Rd in the Buford Village Shopping Center., Buford. B-3, 770-614-0019.

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

Vinny’s New York Pizza & Italian Grill – New York-style pizzeria known for generous portions and reasonable pricing. Specialties include Philly Chicken and Cheese sub, New York Pizza, Chicken Caesar Salad, Sausage & Pepper plate, baked pasta and Lasagna.

Desserts include Cannoli, Tiramisu, Italian Funnel Cakes or cheesecake. Wine and beer available. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sat., noon-10 p.m.; Sun, 5-10 p.m. Located at 4977 Lanier Island Pkwy, Buford. C-4, 678482-9966.

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

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

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owner of Park Marine. “A full lake makes the boat business, of course I’m a little prejudiced.” He said he’s seen a rise in jet boat sales (“dominating the market”), pontoon and deck boats.

People who are buying the boats are among those buying houses, installing new docks, and spiffing up old ones. Frank Norton, Jr., whose The Norton Agency in Gainesville tracks region real estate trends, reported lake home sales up 12 percent over last year thanks to a better economy and a full lake. The average price, $480,000, is up five percent. A total of 120 lake homes across all price levels were purchased the first six months. “Of course good water is still the selling feature especially now that buyers can look up property on satellite,” he said.

“A full lake has helped the situation pretty substantially and publicity (about the lake being full) has calmed people’s anxiety that the lake won’t always be down 15 feet” as it was

during drought times, he said.

The summer rain “hasn’t slowed down the looking,” he added, especially by those seeking “a long haul investment.”

“People are enjoying the lake, seeing how beautiful it is brimming to the top,” said Norton, whose perspective comes from 57 years of living on or around Lanier.

He added that the estimated 10,000 homes that front Lake Lanier and 20,000 others with lake access contribute substantially to the tax base and economy of surrounding counties.

Lake related businesses directly linked to an up tick in home sales are benefiting, or at least breaking even. “New people are coming in, buying older homes and fixing up their docks,” said Tom Child, owner of Marine Specialties, Inc. He estimated customer demand for new docks and repairs will help balance out a loss in sales for rip rap and shoreline steps, which cannot be installed when the water is up so high. He predicted overall sales would be about the same this year

as in a drought year.

“It’s very rare the stars align and we have a good economy and average lake level,” he said.

“After 26 years of doing it, we roll with the punches.”

Brandon Elliott, in charge of residential services for Browns Bridge Dock, said this has been “the best year ever” for dock repairs. Crews have been busy fixing docks damaged by falling trees and installing new docks.

“We sold a bunch in August and orders are still coming in,” he said. This indicates to him people are thinking about getting out on the lake and will launch when the weather’s right.

That’s been Burton’s observation at Gainesville Marina.

He said the number of folks who hang out around the marina docks is the same as last year. “There are not as many people getting out on the water … except when the sun pops out. It can be a cloudy, rainy afternoon and then the sun comes out and you don’t know where they all come from … the boats start rolling in.”

Thanks to a new program that started in July, Georgia residents who have a boat registered with the state can fish on their birthday and for two days after as part of their boat registration fee.

It’s a three-day bonus for the state’s 300,000 resident boat owners. The offer from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources also covers use of some DNR shooting ranges, plus some other sporting privileges. To take advantage of it, boat owners just have to get outdoors. When they do, whether its bream fishing on a family ski trip to Lake Lanier, bass fishing at Paradise Public Fishing Area, birding at Dawson Forest Wildlife Management Area or shooting at the Yuchi WMA range, they’ll join more than 2.75 million Georgians who fish, hunt, shoot or take part in other wildlife-related recreation.

Boating is a bridge to fishing (a 2010 survey ranked fishing as the second-most popular boating activity). And with DNR’s Wildlife Resources Division focused on increasing participation among the core groups it serves, the birthday offer for boat owners is an obvious one.

For Georgia, that recruitment can have a far-reaching impact. In 2011, anglers, hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts spent nearly $4.6 billion in the state, a 2011 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service survey found. People involved in the outdoors also are more likely to support land conservation and donate their time to conservation efforts, according to a report by the Recreational Boating & Fishing and the Outdoor foundations.

The birthday bonus is a threeday resident combination license that not only allows Georgians 16 and older who own a vessel and have a valid, current registration to fish in fresh and saltwater for three consecutive days (starting on their birthday), it covers many other recreational opportunities.

These include fishing at public fishing areas, accessing state lands where a Georgia Outdoor Recreational Pass is otherwise required, hunting small game and feral hogs on private land, and using shooting ranges where a WMA stamp or GORP is needed.

The license is good for the primary boat owner’s birthday during the three years the boat registration is valid.

MORE INFO: www.georgiawildlife.com/licenses-permits-passes

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

SWIMMING

Boater Education Courses with Certification Exam

Swim Lessons/ Aquatics Programs

Boating Safely & Personal Watercraft Certification

Frances Meadows Aquatics and Community Center

• Course: NASBLA certified entry level classroom-only course with test for boater education and PWC certification. Covers basic boating terminology, navigation, operation, legal requirements, emergencies, water etiquette and more.

• Instructors: U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary volunteers • Minimum age: 12 • When: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 17, Sept. 21, Oct. 12. (Bring sack lunch) • Where: U.S. Coast Guard Flotilla 29, 6595 Lights Ferry Rd., Flowery Branch • Cost: Individuals $40, family discount $25 (call or email for information) • Information/registration: http://a0700209.uscgaux.info/public_education.php, lakelanier.ga@aol.com, (770) 217-4059.

• Location: 1545 Community Way, Gainesville.

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

• Lessons/Cost: Swimming and water safety program for all ages and levels, age 6 months to masters, basic aquatics safety to skill proficiency for competitive swimmers.

Four 30-minute group lessons available at various times/dates through Aug. 8. City resident $45, non-resident $60.

• U.S. Masters Swimming: For swimmers age 18 and older to improve fitness, develop better technique, or train for competition. 1-3 days week, Gainesville/Hall residents $30-$50, non residents $40-$65.

Basics of Boating - America's Boating Course

Cumming Aquatic Center

• Course: NASBLA certified basic boater safety program covering boat handing, safety equipment & procedures, navigation, boat types & terminology with exam for certification.

• Instructors: Atlanta Sail and Power Squadron • Minimum age: None • When: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 10 • Where: Lake Lanier U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Project Management Office, 1050 Buford Dam Rd., Buford.

• Cost: $35 for text, families may share • Information/registration: http://atlantasboatingclub.com/public-classes/basics-ofboating-boatsmart, BoatSmart@usps-atlanta.org Boater Education Courses without Certification Exam Professional Tutoring: On-line or in person tutoring designed to prepare individuals for exams required for certification and licensure for maritime jobs by instructor Steve Johnson, retired US Coast Guard, experienced ship navigator, deck officer, and USCG license instructor for Sea School. www.navteach.com, stevejohnson@navteach.com, (770) 312-0989.

Advanced Boating Classes • Courses: Advanced Piloting, Cruising and Cruise Planning and Weather. Eight to 10 week courses in coastal navigation, cruising on lakes, rivers and oceans, and awareness of weather phenomena.

• Instructors: Atlanta Sail & Power Squadron • When: 8-10 week courses 7-9 p.m. Monday evenings beginning Sept. 9 • Where: Heiskell School, 3260 Northside Dr., Atlanta.

• Cost: Between $75 and $150, depending on the course.

• Who can enroll: Courses are open to the public. There are no age restrictions, but most attendees are adults due to the length of the classes and depth of material.

• Information/registration: www.atlantasboatingclub.com Vessel Safety Checks • U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary certified Vessel Examiners perform safety inspections on recreational boats, personal watercraft and paddle sport vessels. Free.

When/Where: All inspections 8 a.m.-noon Aug. 3 Tidwell (Forsyth); Aug. 17 Old Federal (Hall).

Information: http://a0700209.uscgaux.info, kerryeakins@bellsouth.net, (678) 4923118.

• Atlanta Sail and Power Squadron offers vessel safety check-ups by appointment.

Information: http://atlantasboatingclub.com/vessel-safety-check/vessel-safety-checksignup.

• Location: 201 Aquatic Circle, Cumming • Information/registration: (770) 781-1781 www.cummingaquaticcenter.com (register online) • Lessons/cost: Swimming and water safety program ranges from toddler-age in Parent Child Aquatics Program to teens and adults in Learn to Swim and Adult Aquatics Program. Six 30-min. group classes per session offered twice a week or Saturday mornings. Private or semi-private lessons available. Parent & Child, Pre-school Aquatics, $57; Learn to Swim Program, Adult Aquatics, $89; private lesson $30 each; semiprivate lesson, $45 each.

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

• Lessons/Cost: Custom private swim lessons for all ages and abilities. Four 30-min. lessons $100; advanced level-four 1-hr. lessons $150. Brenau Masters Swim Team offers practice and competitive program for swimmers of all levels, high school age and older. $60/month.

University of North Georgia Gainesville Campus • Location: 3820 Mundy Mill Rd., Oakwood • Information/registration: http://www.gsc.edu/about/ce/Pages/RecreationSports.aspx, (678) 717-3605 Lanier Aquatics • Location: Frances Meadows Aquatics and Community Center • Information/registration: www.lanieraquatics.com, jimyoung1@mindspring.com, (770) 519-6500 • Swim program: Year round swim program for entry level to advanced competitive swimmers based at Frances Meadows Aquatics and Community Center. Summer program will include sessions at the Oakwood YMCA.

September safety tip: Develop a float plan Whether you choose to inform a family member or staff at your local marina, always be sure to let someone else know your float plan. This should include where you’re going and how long you’re going to be gone.

A float plan can include the following information: name, address, and phone number of trip leader; name and phone number of all passengers; boat type and registration information; trip itinerary; and types of communication and signal equipment onboard.

From Discover Boating, presented by the Recreational Boating Industry.

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The best way to see all that Boston has to offer “Oh my God,” was my stunned reaction when I realized that I had left my bag with over $5,000 worth of camera lenses on the Super Tours bus! As most tourists feel in an impossible situation so far from home, I was terrified!

It all happened when I got off of the “hop on-hop off” Upper Deck Trolley to see the USS Constitution (“Old Ironsides”) at the Boston Navy Yard. So, I quickly dialed the phone number listed on the Super Tours guide map and told the dispatcher what had happened. Within seconds, the Group Sales Manager, Marc Dube, called his driver Joey, who secured my bag with the expensive lenses. Less than 30 minutes later, Marc showed up at the Navy Yard bus stop in his personal car with my bag and drove me to the next event on my schedule. This was simply a microcosm of the professionalism and care that I was afforded throughout my series of trips associated with Boston Super Tours.

After two failed attempts to see all that Boston has to offer on my own, one phone call to Bob Leikauskas (Master Captain at Super Duck Tours of Boston) was all I needed to assure me the best view of the city, harbor, and surrounding area. All one needs is this one simple ticket: Premium Upper Deck Trolley Tour with Cambridge Loop & Harbor Splash at www.BostonSuperTours.com.

Hop On/Hop Off over two days The Hop On/Hop Off package includes a free Super Duck Harbor Splash plus your choice of five more free tours. See Boston and Cambridge including Harvard Square in the custom high riding trolleys. Your tour stops at more than 21 Boston destinations and spans 400 years of American his-

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Purchase a Boston City Pass to go with the Premium Super Tours ticket, and you will have all you need to see and do everything important on your trip to Boston.

Here are some of the locations you can visit via a Boston City Pass (www.citypass.com/boston): • New England Aquarium Offering more than 800 species of marine animals.

• Museum of Science Explore hands-on, minds-on science.

• Skywalk Observatory. Only observatory in New England with 360-degree views.

• Museum of Fine Arts. Featuring masterpieces of art from around the world and across the ages.

• Harvard Museum of Natural History. Admission to all permanent and special exhibits, as well as special programs at this highly acclaimed natural history museum.

Even though money is saved when buying these passes, the best parts are that you bypass long ticket lines, you have your own tour guide and you solve the major problem of getting around in Boston traffic. Renting a car in Boston with its overabundance of vehicles and impossible parking problem is a bad option. Either use Super Tours trolleys, local mass transit, or do as I did ... call Alex with 555 Limo Service at 857-544-6050. He will take you anywhere in the Boston area for $3.50 per mile in a very nice car

PHOTOS BY BILL VANDERFORD

The Boston Skyline and the Longfellow Bridge as seen from the Charles River, top.

Action on the Charles River, right.

with a friendly driver.

During my two days of touring in Boston, I was amazed at the historical buildings and artifacts that have been preserved among the modern skyscrapers, which the Super Tours drivers eloquently explained. The walk through a maze of interesting shops and eateries in Quincy Market is a must. Also, nobody should come to Boston without standing on the deck of “Old Ironsides” in the Boston Navy Yard. That old ship once saved our country from the most powerful navy in the world and is still the oldest active naval vessel in history.

The Super Duck Splash and Harbor Tour are both entertaining as well as enlightening, and I found the Charles River Cruise by the Charles Riverboat Company (www.charlesriverboat.com) between Cambridge, Harvard, MIT and Boston proper to be picturesque and educational. That company also has an interesting, laid back Sunset Cruise on a real paddle wheel boat in Boston Harbor each evening.

It would take a book to mention all that I saw during my Boston stay, but some of the best other memories were of the New England Aquarium, Long Wharf, the Old State House, Boston Common, the Cheers Boston Bar and Grille, Fenway Park, the Old North Church, the Paul Revere House, the Boston Tea Party Museum, and the Old South Meeting House.

What I failed to elaborate in

this article is one of the best experiences when visiting this old seacoast town ... the fantastic food!

In my article next month, I will take readers on a culinary tour of some of the tastiest and most unique restaurants in our country!

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

The USS Constitution ("Old Ironsides") at the Boston Navy Yard.

Kids touch sting rays at the New England Aquarium.

More photos online at www.lakesidenews.com/ vanderfords-travel-column.

PHOTOS BY BILL VANDERFORD

PHOTO BY BILL VANDERFORD

A Super Duck river boat.

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Sawnee Campground will be open this fall, winter

CELEBRATING OUR 19TH YEAR OF SERVING LAKE LANIER!

If you’re looking for camping opportunities this fall and winter on Lake Lanier, consider Sawnee Campground. It will be open on a first-come, first-served basis from September 20, 2013, until March 23, 2014.

Campers can select their campsite and pay, review fees, rules and regulations, or obtain maps of the park and lake at the self-service registration station by the campground’s gatehouse off Buford Dam Road. Although the gatehouse is not staffed fulltime, park rangers and camp hosts will be making rounds regularly.

Sawnee Campground offers many beautiful waterfront sites from 50 AMP service for larger RVs to primitive pack-in sites for tents. Nearby amenities include grocery stores and restaurants.

Easily accessible trails include the Little Ridge Trail to the west and the Laurel Ridge Trail to the east, a four-mile loop that includes excellent views of the lake and crosses through many U.S. Army Corps of Engineers parks.

Explaining Rule 7 – The risk of collision At this point in the series on navigation rules I want to change up the delivery a bit and present a simpler way to understand and become confident with applying the law in any situation. The best approach to master the rules and apply them with confidence is to visualize various scenarios that could happen when meeting another vessel.

Coming from a different facet of the maritime world, the major thing that caught my attention on the lake was the difference in water conditions, the volume of traffic during peak times, and miles upon miles of similar looking shoreline. As a professional navigator I sincerely appreciate what it takes to become familiar with this beautiful lake. It can demand all your attention to ensure you have a good boating day on the water without incident. Conventional wisdom suggests boaters attend classes, some with a minimum of 16 hours of classroom training in order to get the basic understanding of the navigation rules. All would agree, reading and passing an examination is only the beginning of the process to understanding the rules.

The biggest threat out on the water is not the depth, amount of traffic, time of day, condition of

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the weather and water … it is the operator, the person in charge.

Rule 7, both International and Inland is about a half page of directions on how to assess the risk.

Those of you that have taken a Rules of the Road course or exam can attest it is extremely difficult to recall all the exact components of the 38 rules that comprise over 200 pages of the book.

The bottom line in Rule 7: Risk of Collision always exists whether from another vessel, grounding, or near the dock and it’s your job to correctly decipher and interpret what you see as driver of the vessel.

Here’s the answer to this task: If the object you are looking at does not move laterally, also known as bearing drift, or does have “Steady Bearing Decreasing Range” then Risk of Collision is present.

The simple initial action to reduce the chance of that situation developing is to SLOW DOWN. That will be further discussed in the next article in the series; Rule 8 - Action to Avoid Collision.

There is a very innovative and proven method in learning the Rules of the Road. The key to recall is to visualize the information in a graphic format. Not referring to a photographic memory but remembering pictures that have profound meaning in a set order.

Based on the premise, “A picture is worth a thousand words,” you can master the navigation rules using this system with outstanding results! This method does not utilize flash cards or diagrams in a book but a very direct, formatted approach employing graphic images.

This process has resulted in greatly improving the passing rate of the rules exam and even more importantly, total understanding.

Boating education comes in many different packages delivered by some of the best instructors in the business. Consider the benefits of attending a training seminar. If you would like to explore more about boating education please email me.

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

Trout fishermen will enjoy fly fishing and relaxing in the gorAndrea geous Chattahoochee River just Wagner 1.3 miles away. Boaters can access Lake Lanier by a boat ramp US Army inside the campground for use by Corps of campers only.

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Questioning a colleague’s dedication to our profession Frogs are committing suicide in my front yard by the boatload, my pool is now an income generating rice paddy, and the trees are coughing and hacking about their rheumatism incessantly.

And what I want to know is – who is in charge of the weather around here?

Given who I am and what I know, I was quite sure that Mr. Weather himself, Glenn Burns, was the person in charge of the heavens.

I mean, after all, he is always on television telling everyone just exactly what is in store weather wise – sort of an omnipotent weather wizard watcher.

So it just made sense that I should call him up and get the lowdown before we all drown in our beds.

I mean, we are practically colleagues working for this so called newspaper.

Simply said, we share the ignominy of having stooped so low as to actually work for this rag.

More important, we are comrades in arms as we both obsess

caught today or wait until tomorrow.”

Phillip On at least one occasion, the Sartain recorder informed that “I am talking to my stock broker just now Break about investing all my money in from the umbrellas and galoshes. But you Lake can catch me LIVE at 6, 7, and 11, and I will update you on how my stocks are performing, and MORE INFO: Email: whether or not a lunar eclipse is a attypbs@mindspring.com game changer for water futures.”

Under the circumstances, I had over how to keep our hair from to resort to a subterfuge. getting wet as the result of a Meaning that I called as usual, rogue micro thunder burst hover- and listened to his voice mail, and ing menacingly over our heads just before it ended, I announced like a dive bombing kamikaze that there had been a storm at my even when the forecast only calls house, with hail, and that I was for a two percent chance of a light holding a hail stone that was a dew on the lawn. perfect likeness of longtime The only problem is that when Weather Guru, Guy Sharp.

I called Glenn, all I got was a Before I could say another recording, saying, “You can’t word, Glenn picked up the rereach me right now because I am ceiver, “Could you hold on for a outside getting a feel for today’s moment, I am putting away some weather.” fish?”

Either that or he would say, “I In a matter of seconds, he was am communing with fish back on the line, “Does it really presently, trying to get a handle look like Guy? How big is it? Do on whether they want to be you have it packed in ice?”

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I tried to get him back on track, “Glenn, it’s me, Phillip.”

There was a confusing pause.

“You know, from the paper.”

To which he finally responded, “Oh, you’re from the Atlanta Journal, and you want my comments on the amazing hail stone head.”

“No, Glenn,” I responded. We are colleagues at the paper. You know, LAKESIDE ON LANIER!” There was another long embarrassing pause. Then he said, “What is Lakeside on Lanier?”

“That’s Alan’s paper, stop kidding around, Glenn. We’re part of a team. I read your column and you read mine, you know, we are professionals.”

There was a really long si-

lence, and he asked, “So there is really no ice replica of Guy Sharp?”

“No, I just wanted your thoughts on this crazy weather.

You should see my front yard.

The dead frogs are making my drive way slippery and dangerous.

Should we call out the whole weather team to strategize?”

That’s when the line went dead.

I don’t know what Glenn has against frogs, but I don’t think he should be in charge of the weather with that kind of attitude.

I mean, I don’t even think he was listening to me when I asked him if he wanted some rice.

Phillip Bond Sartain is a Gainesville, GA lawyer and freelance writer.

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The other homes may be great homes, but it’s the combination of features that sets apart the “must-have” homes and creates the competition among buyers.

In recent years, it was very common for buyers to offer significantly below list price for lake homes. Because there were so few buyers, sellers had to counter those offers to try to get the purchase price up to an acceptable level. Today, we are seeing more and more sellers simply reject the low offers. Home prices hit bottom over a year ago, and sellers know it. With the rising home prices, most sellers believe they can wait it out until the market is better. For buyers who spent the recession on the fence, they have probably missed the best deals. However, with

home prices and rates just starting to rise, it’s still not too late.

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