Give Joy
Real talk. It’s about the time of year when your hand-picked evergreen is decorated, your logs are lit, cookies are in the oven and the kids are about to make a big mess decorating them (but hey, it’s Christmas)! Giving gifts this time of year is so joyful and rewarding, and you’ve spent long hours […]
Let’s Celebrate America – July 4th
Independence Day is just around the corner, and watching fireworks on the lake is one of our favorite July 4th traditions! Here’s a look at what’s going on in our area. Tri-Cities South Holston Lake – Lake View Dock Fireworks start 30 minutes after dark on Friday, July 1st. The best way to see the […]
You Float My Boat … Valentine’s Day on the Lake
For the sake of a thought experiment-close your eyes and picture this. Actually, keep your eyes open because you are going to want to keep reading. Imagine, February 14th, 2019, you treat your sweetheart to a delicious meal, spend some time with him or her under the night sky, and share heartfelt sentiments. Romantic right? […]
New Year New You?
As the new year is rolling around, we would like to wish the happiest New Year to our members. We hope your holiday season has been extra festive, full of great food, and even better memories. Accompanying the changing of years is the changing of you (or at least that’s sometimes the goal)! New Year’s […]
Celebrate the Fourth with Fireworks at the Lake
Independence Day is just around the corner, and watching fireworks on the lake is one of our favorite July 4th traditions! Here’s a look at what’s going on in our area. South Holston Lake Lake View Dock Fireworks start 30 minutes after dark on Tuesday, July 3. If it rains, the fireworks will be on […]
Memorial Day at the Lake
Ah, it’s finally here: a glorious three-day weekend, kickoff to summer and the summer boating season, a great time to take the family out on the lake. Whether you’re planning to swim in the (still slightly chilly) lake or just relax and enjoy the view out on the water, there’s nothing wrong with bringing along […]
How to Surf Behind a Boat (Wakeboarding & Wakesurfing)
You probably had a lot of fun as a kid getting towed behind a boat on an inner tube, and maybe you also learned to use a kneeboard or water skis. But that’s not all there is! These days, there are also some other watersports you can try when you’re out on the lake, which […]
Boat rentals and more at South Holston Lake
You can enjoy a day on South Holston Lake without investing in boat ownership! If you don’t own a boat or are selling the boat you have, rentals or boat clubs are a great alternative for your next adventures out on the water. Many of the marinas on South Holston Lake have boats and other […]
Access South Holston Lake from any of these marinas
South Holston Lake is the largest lake in the Tri-Cities with over 7,500 acres of surface area. It begins near Bristol, Tennessee and crosses the state line into Bristol, Virginia. It’s well-known in the area for its numerous fishing-friendly coves and a large wide-open main channel that is perfect for skiing, wakeboarding, and other water […]
No need to wait for spring – join Carefree Boat Club now and enjoy fall boating!
Did you know South Holston Lake is actually warmer on Halloween than it is on Memorial Day? It’s true! Some folks we talk with about Carefree Boat Club membership decide they want to join, but that they will wait until spring. It seems logical to wait to sign up at the beginning of boating season […]
