Thunder in the Mountains ~ Police Escorted Motorcycle Ride

The Hall County Sheriff’s office invites motorcyclists to blast through dozens of red lights while they smile, wave and stop traffic for you.  Honest.  They call it “Thunder in the Mountains” and it’s all for a good cause. Thunder in the Mountains is probably the best …

2014 USA Canoe/Kayak Sprint National Championships

The 2014 USA Canoe/Kayak Sprint National Championships will be contested at the Lake Lanier Olympic Venue in Gainesville, GA, beginning on Thursday, July 31st through Saturday, August 2nd. Organizers have chosen one of the world’s most perfect locations for the premier teams to battle one …

Get a Special Deal at Lake Lanier Islands

There are special deals at Lake Lanier Islands that can save you big bucks, whether you go to the lake’s biggest playground with your family and friends or if you go to meet new friends. Special Deal at Lake Lanier Islands #1 As of July …

Clarks Bridge Road / Rt 284 Has Reopened

Our pal, Georgia Department of Transportation Communications Officer Teri N. Pope has good news for folks on the north end of the lake.  The summer detour that closed State Route 284 / Clarks Bridge Road near Lake Lanier’s Olympic Venue ended a day early and reopened before 9 …

Don Carter State Park is One Year Old

10 Great Reasons to Plan a Visit to Don Carter State Park

The opening of Don Carter State Park took decades of planning and dedication.  Now the park is one year old. It only took one year, however, to become a favorite destination for campers, swimmers, families, fishermen and boaters.  If you haven’t been there yet, you’ll love …

3 Goals of the Lake Lanier Association

The Lake Lanier Association (LLA) stays true to its primary goals: keeping Lake Lanier Clean Full and Safe. What I like most about LLA is how they successfully work with various local, state and federal agencies to keep Lanier clean, full and safe. They’re guardians …

National Championship Races at Lanier Olympic Venue

Once again, the Lanier Canoe & Kayak Club has the distinct honor of hosting national championship races at the Lake Lanier Olympic Venue. The 2014 USA CANOE KAYAK Sprint National Championships and Masters National Championships will begin on Thursday, July 31st and will continue through Sunday, …