John Hunter Regatta on Lake Lanier

The Georgia Tech Crew and Saint Andrew Rowing Club are delighted to welcome you to the 29th Annual John Hunter Regatta at the Lake Lanier Olympic Venue and Rowing Center.  The Hunter is open to all college, scholastic, and youth rowing teams. Racing will be …

Lake Lanier Islands Hiring 500 Summer Workers

“This summer, you’re getting a job! And I mean it!”  You’ve heard those words so many times, you’re starting to believe you-know-who really means it.  If you have to go to work, you might as well work at Lake Lanier Islands.  They’re hiring workers to …

Culinary Tourism in GA or Where to Eat on Lake Lanier

This is the year of “Culinary Tourism in Georgia.” Let me boil that down for you, Bubba.  “Culinary” is a snooty word that means relating to the kitchen or cookery.  Most people just say “eating” but writers get paid more when we use big words. So … 2015 is …

“Paddle-Ability” for Disabled Veterans at Lanier Canoe & Kayak Club

Our friends at the Lanier Canoe and Kayak Club (LCKC) are beginning a new program this spring for para-canoe. It’s the “Paddle-ability” program and it will meet on Saturdays throughout the year. Paddle-ability will introduce paddle-sport opportunities to disabled veterans in our community.  The focus will be on each person’s ability …

Lake Lanier Islands Early Bird Discounts to LanierWorld

The best sales on the stuff you need always seem to happen when you don’t need that stuff anymore.  Winter clothing goes on sale in March and summer clothing goes on sale in October.  The best time to buy motorcycle tires is in February.  But …

Lake Lanier Islands Job Fairs

We can always count on our friend Kasie Boling — a public relations marvel and owner of Out of Her Mind Freelance — to keep us informed of information we believe you’ll find interesting.  For example, she let us know about the latest Lake Lanier Islands …

Shady Grove Campground on Lake Lanier Opens 3-30-15

If have faith enough to believe such things, spring is scheduled to begin on Friday, March 20, 2015.  Ten days later, Shady Grove Campground opens at 8:30 a.m., Monday, March 30.  They’ll remain open until November 8. Our friends at Forsyth County Parks and Recreation invite …

Marketing Genius Mr. Chris Hendley Joins Lanier Islands

Our pal Mr. Chris Hendley is now the Director of Special Events & Promotions for Lanier Islands.  There are not many ways to improve the premier destination on Lake Lanier … except for Chris Hendley. Chris spent the past 15 years serving the Georgia Force …

Buy Local Safe & Green Expo at Gainesville Civic Center 2-5-15

The Buy Local Safe & Green Expo, presented by the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce, will be held on Thursday, February 5, 2015, at the Gainesville Civic Center at 830 Green Street from 2 PM until 7 PM. This event is free and open to the …

Lake Lanier Association Progress Report

The Appalachian Trail has dedicated folks who assist hikers all along the 2,189.2 mile pathway.  They’re called Trail Angels.  Lake Lanier has dedicated folks who help all of us who visit or live on Lake Lanier.  They’re called the Lake Lanier Association, but you can …