News of Squadron and public interest.
Billy Owens There is no better way to kick off summer than sponsoring a Blessing of the Fleet at Big Water Marina on Lake Hartwell! May 25 was a beautiful day with lots of people and lots of boats out on the water to participate in the event and observe National Safe Boating Week.…
Begin your Memorial Day weekend on Lake Hartwell the right way! Come out to Big Water Marina May 25th for the Blessing of the Fleet. Sponsored by Lake Hartwell Sail & Power Squadron and Big Water Marina and Campground, numerous other activities are planned for all ages: Pull your boat up to the VSC dock…
Our first paddling event of 2019 is in the books. This time, our focus was on the Midlands: Cedar Creek, which is in the Congaree National Park bordering the Congaree River south of Columbia. The national park was part of a bequest made by Francis Beidler, co-owner of the Santee River Cypress Lumber Company, which…
Our Jump Start Program will give you one-on-one training for skill and safety. Are you planning on a new boat for the coming season? Too bad that expert operation and safety isn’t standard equipment. That’s the purpose of Lake Hartwell Sail & Power Squadron—helping you get the most out of your new boat, with safety…
The Squadron’s good friends at Big Water Marina and Campground are putting on a Christmas Extravaganza on December 16 from 3:00 pm until 8:00 pm. A highlight will be a boat parade at 3:00 pm. Squadron members are invited to participate. Admission is free, and pets are welcome. Activities include: Boat Parade Hot Cocoa Bar…
Headquarters Outfitters from the US 64 bridge over the French Broad. Weather played havoc with our first attempt to paddle the French Broad near Rosman, NC, on June 5. Heavy rains and many snags and strainers forced the river to be closed on our scheduled date. We rescheduled to June 28, but instead of 10…