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 […]
4th of July on Watauga Lake
There is no better time for boating on Watauga Lake than the 4th of July. It is often the busiest day of the season for a reason. On Wednesday morning, boaters set out for a day they would never forget. The day started with a nice cool breeze and relatively quiet waters. The early birds […]
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 […]
Explore Watauga Lake from these marinas
Watauga Lake is the best-kept secret of the Tri-Cities lakes! Its more remote location makes it much less used than the other lakes with pristine views and a mostly-undeveloped shoreline, most of which lies in the Cherokee National Forest. It’s also the second-biggest lake in the area after South Holston Lake with a large wide […]
Looking for a rental boat on Watauga Lake?
Spend your summer on Watauga Lake without investing in expensive boat ownership! Are you new to boating or tired of spending money on the boat you’ve got? Rentals or joining a boat club are great alternatives for exciting days on Watauga Lake with friends and family in spring, summer, or fall. Several of Watauga Lake’s […]
