Tag: boating safety
Safe Kids’ lifejackets provide extra safety
Posted by Pamela A. Keene | May 1, 2022 | Features | 0
Are we relying on technology too much?
by Frank Taylor | May 31, 2026 | The Careful Captain
As you sit on your boat, bewildered, you wonder how this all happened. You are up on the shore. The bow of
Read MoreIs diesel safer than gas on the water?
by Frank Taylor | Mar 2, 2026 | The Careful Captain
People will argue over just about anything. I once overheard a conversation between two guys debating which type of …
Read MoreDon’t ignore your tow straps
by Frank Taylor | Jan 2, 2026 | Boating Safety
If you trailer a boat or jet ski back and forth between home and your favorite body of water, you know the …
Read MoreWas it a near miss or non-incident?
by Frank Taylor | Nov 7, 2025 | The Careful Captain
I had a near miss recently. Fortunately, that’s all it was – a near miss, not …
Read MoreBe safe while boating in unfamiliar waters
by Frank Taylor | Sep 27, 2025 | The Careful Captain
There’s nothing quite like trailering your boat to a place far from home, dropping it in the water, and …
Read MoreBoating safety: Knowing the rules isn’t always enough
by Frank Taylor | Jun 28, 2025 | The Careful Captain
Take any hobby in the world, and you’ll find people who just dabble and enjoy the …
Read MoreBoating safety: We’re getting better at this
by Frank Taylor | Jun 4, 2025 | The Careful Captain
Have you ever noticed that when recreational boating makes the news, it’s usually for the wrong reasons? We hear about boating …
Read MoreNational Safe Boating Week, May 17-23
by Pamela A. Keene | Apr 30, 2025 | News
Boaters, marinas and boat educators across the country are focusing on ways to take the stress out of summer. On Lake Lanier, members …
Read MoreBe adventurous, but also be prepared
by Frank Taylor | Mar 29, 2025 | The Careful Captain
One of the wonderful things about having a trailerable boat or PWC is the freedom to take it just about anywhere. If you decide …
Read MoreLearn how to use your safety equipment
by Frank Taylor | Mar 7, 2025 | The Careful Captain
If you’ve ever attended a boating safety seminar or watched a safety video, you’ve likely been presented with a …
Read MoreNavigation lights – Please don’t ignore them
by Frank Taylor | Dec 7, 2024 | The Careful Captain
Imagine you and your family or friends are enjoying a perfect day on the water. The weather is great, and you don’t want the
Read MoreBoating safety: Protecting the environment along with ourselves
by Frank Taylor | Nov 3, 2024 | The Careful Captain
When we talk about boating safety, life jackets, fire extinguishers, and being an alert operator often come to mind. But have you ever …
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19jun5:00 pm9:00 pmFood Truck Fridays - 2026
Event Details
Food Truck Fridays, Gainesville Food, drinks, and music. Food Truck Fridays are fun outdoor gatherings, open to the public which include food and beer trucks, retail vendors, live music and
Event Details
Food Truck Fridays, Gainesville
Food, drinks, and music.
Food Truck Fridays are fun outdoor gatherings, open to the public which include food and beer trucks, retail vendors, live music and more.

Date(s): Fridays, Apr 17, May 15, Jun 19, Jul 17, Aug 21
Time: 5 pm – 9 pm, gates open at 5 pm with live music 6 pm – 8:30 pm
Location: Lake Lanier Olympic Park, 3105 Clarks Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA 30506. On-site parking is limited, shuttles are available, and a courtesy dock is available. Off-site parking is TBD. www.exploregainesville.org.
Cost: Free to enter
For more information visit Explore Gainesville or call 770-531-6598.
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Time
(Friday) 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
july 17, 2026 5:00 pmaugust 21, 2026 5:00 pm
Off Lake Events
june
19jun5:00 pm9:00 pmFood Truck Fridays - 2026
Event Details
Food Truck Fridays, Gainesville Food, drinks, and music. Food Truck Fridays are fun outdoor gatherings, open to the public which include food and beer trucks, retail vendors, live music and
Event Details
Food Truck Fridays, Gainesville
Food, drinks, and music.
Food Truck Fridays are fun outdoor gatherings, open to the public which include food and beer trucks, retail vendors, live music and more.

Date(s): Fridays, Apr 17, May 15, Jun 19, Jul 17, Aug 21
Time: 5 pm – 9 pm, gates open at 5 pm with live music 6 pm – 8:30 pm
Location: Lake Lanier Olympic Park, 3105 Clarks Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA 30506. On-site parking is limited, shuttles are available, and a courtesy dock is available. Off-site parking is TBD. www.exploregainesville.org.
Cost: Free to enter
For more information visit Explore Gainesville or call 770-531-6598.
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Time
(Friday) 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
july 17, 2026 5:00 pmaugust 21, 2026 5:00 pm
20jun8:00 am2026 Saturday Walking Club - Cumming
Event Details
2026 – Saturday Walking Club, Cumming Date: Saturdays Time: 8 a.m. Location: Big Peach Running Co., Vision Drive (in front of fountain), Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Rd. Cost: For more info: www.bigpeachrunningco.com.
Event Details
2026 – Saturday Walking Club, Cumming
Date: Saturdays
Time: 8 a.m.
Location: Big Peach Running Co., Vision Drive (in front of fountain), Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Rd.
Cost:
For more info: www.bigpeachrunningco.com.
Time
(Saturday) 8:00 am
20jun8:00 am2026 Saturday Group Run/Walk, Gainesville
Event Details
2026 Group Run/Walk, Gainesville This event is led by Big Peach Running Co., Gainesville. Dates/Times: Saturdays at 8 am Location: Saturdays at Farm House Coffee, 118 SE Jesse Jewell Pkwy.
Event Details
2026 Group Run/Walk, Gainesville
This event is led by Big Peach Running Co., Gainesville.
Dates/Times: Saturdays at 8 am
Location: Saturdays at Farm House Coffee, 118 SE Jesse Jewell Pkwy.
Cost:
For more info: www.bigpeachrunningco.com.
Time
(Saturday) 8:00 am
Location
Farm House Coffee
118 SE Jesse Jewell Pkwy
21jun12:00 pmBicycling-Sunday North Hall Rides
Event Details
Sunday North Hall Rides, Gainesville. Bicycling on rural roads averaging 17-18 mph at steady pace, 30-45 miles. Rolls out Sundays from Haynes RD Date(s): Sundays Time: noon Location: Haynes
Event Details
Sunday North Hall Rides, Gainesville.
Bicycling on rural roads averaging 17-18 mph at steady pace, 30-45 miles. Rolls out Sundays from Haynes RD
Date(s): Sundays
Time: noon
Location: Haynes Rd., Gainesville
For more info email: velocraig@hotmail.com.
Time
(Sunday) 12:00 pm
23jun7:00 pm2026 Tuesday Group Run/Walk, Gainesville
Event Details
2026 Group Run/Walk, Gainesville This event is led by Big Peach Running Co., Gainesville. Dates/Times: Tuesdays, 7 pm; Saturdays at 8 am Location: Tuesdays at NoFo Brewing Company, 434 High
Event Details
2026 Group Run/Walk, Gainesville
This event is led by Big Peach Running Co., Gainesville.
Dates/Times: Tuesdays, 7 pm; Saturdays at 8 am
Location: Tuesdays at NoFo Brewing Company, 434 High St.; Saturdays at Farm House Coffee, 118 SE Jesse Jewell Pkwy.
Cost:
For more info: www.bigpeachrunningco.com.
Time
(Tuesday) 7:00 pm
27jun8:00 am2026 Saturday Walking Club - Cumming
Event Details
2026 – Saturday Walking Club, Cumming Date: Saturdays Time: 8 a.m. Location: Big Peach Running Co., Vision Drive (in front of fountain), Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Rd. Cost: For more info: www.bigpeachrunningco.com.
Event Details
2026 – Saturday Walking Club, Cumming
Date: Saturdays
Time: 8 a.m.
Location: Big Peach Running Co., Vision Drive (in front of fountain), Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Rd.
Cost:
For more info: www.bigpeachrunningco.com.
Time
(Saturday) 8:00 am
27jun8:00 am2026 Saturday Group Run/Walk, Gainesville
Event Details
2026 Group Run/Walk, Gainesville This event is led by Big Peach Running Co., Gainesville. Dates/Times: Saturdays at 8 am Location: Saturdays at Farm House Coffee, 118 SE Jesse Jewell Pkwy.
Event Details
2026 Group Run/Walk, Gainesville
This event is led by Big Peach Running Co., Gainesville.
Dates/Times: Saturdays at 8 am
Location: Saturdays at Farm House Coffee, 118 SE Jesse Jewell Pkwy.
Cost:
For more info: www.bigpeachrunningco.com.
Time
(Saturday) 8:00 am
Location
Farm House Coffee
118 SE Jesse Jewell Pkwy
28jun12:00 pmBicycling-Sunday North Hall Rides
Event Details
Sunday North Hall Rides, Gainesville. Bicycling on rural roads averaging 17-18 mph at steady pace, 30-45 miles. Rolls out Sundays from Haynes RD Date(s): Sundays Time: noon Location: Haynes
Event Details
Sunday North Hall Rides, Gainesville.
Bicycling on rural roads averaging 17-18 mph at steady pace, 30-45 miles. Rolls out Sundays from Haynes RD
Date(s): Sundays
Time: noon
Location: Haynes Rd., Gainesville
For more info email: velocraig@hotmail.com.
Time
(Sunday) 12:00 pm
30jun7:00 pm2026 Tuesday Group Run/Walk, Gainesville
Event Details
2026 Group Run/Walk, Gainesville This event is led by Big Peach Running Co., Gainesville. Dates/Times: Tuesdays, 7 pm; Saturdays at 8 am Location: Tuesdays at NoFo Brewing Company, 434 High
Event Details
2026 Group Run/Walk, Gainesville
This event is led by Big Peach Running Co., Gainesville.
Dates/Times: Tuesdays, 7 pm; Saturdays at 8 am
Location: Tuesdays at NoFo Brewing Company, 434 High St.; Saturdays at Farm House Coffee, 118 SE Jesse Jewell Pkwy.
Cost:
For more info: www.bigpeachrunningco.com.
Time
(Tuesday) 7:00 pm
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The 2026 NCAA Women's Rowing Championships are fast approaching. Check out what to see during the competition on Lake Lanier as well as things to do in the area. www.exploregainesville.org/ncaa-rowing-championships/ ... See MoreSee Less
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