America's Boating Club - Golden Corner Lakes looks forward to seeing you at one of these upcoming events. Here is a summary of the events coming up in the next two months. Upcoming Events With South Carolina's year-round boating season, our club has an active program of boating activities. From beach ups to weekend adventures, there's something for everyone. Have an idea that is not on our schedule? Email our Administrative Officer at admin@abclubgcl.org . Go to our Events Calendar On Deck for September & October... October 16-18, District 26 Cruise & Rendezvous , St. Simon Island, GA Save these Dates... November 7, 5:30 pm. GCL Annual Meeting & Change of Watch, the Minton's residence December 5, 6:00 pm, GCL Christmas Party, The Club at Keowee Key GET YOUR VSC

America's Boating Club - Golden Corner Lakes is the boating club for Lakes Keowee, Jocassee and Hartwell. Look here for a general overview of our organization. Who We Are Commander Jon Arterburn Welcomes You! Welcome to America's Boating Club® Golden Corner Lakes in the Upstate of South Carolina! Are you passionate about boating, looking to improve your skills, meet like-minded boaters, or become more involved in a vibrant boating community on Lake Keowee and Lake Hartwell? If so, America's Boating Club® Golden Corner Lakes is the perfect place for you! Founded in 2002, our club is proud to be part of the United States Power Squadrons® (USPS) , also known as America's Boating Club® . We’re one of the 10 active clubs in District 26 , serving boating enthusiasts across South Carolina and Coastal Georgia. Whether you're new to boating or a seasoned captain, we offer a variety of opportunities to learn, socialize, and enjoy the water. What We Do Our club and all of America's Boating Club have three primary components to our mission: 1) boating education , both classroom and on the water; 2) giving back to others in our area through community service; and 3) having fun through social events with our members and guests. See our What We Do page for more details on our mission components. Come Aboard! Ready to join us? We’d love to welcome you to America's Boating Club® Golden Corner Lakes! You can check out our Upcoming Events and read our newsletters to learn more, but the best way to get started is to Contact Us . Let us know what you're looking for, and we’ll connect you with the activities, events, and people that match your interests and boating aspirations. We’re here to help you grow as a boater, meet fellow enthusiasts, and enjoy everything the Upstate boating community has to offer. So, what are you waiting for? Come aboard today!

America's Boating Club - Golden Corner Lakes teaches marine navigation skills usings and OpenCPN software. These piloting skills are very useful on the Intercoastal waterway and major rivers. Course Description for Marine Navigation We are excited to offer the new Marine Navigation course. America's Boating Club has updated its Piloting course to become more relevant to today’s boater. Learn the essentials of safe coastal and inland navigation using basic GPS in conjunction with charts and other available marine data. The Marine Navigation course teaches you how to use the GPS along with traditional dead reckoning techniques for planning and laying out safe routes, as well as ensuring that you are on-course while underway. In this course you will learn: Charts and their interpretation How to interpret landmarks and other navigation aids How to plot a course and determine distance and direction Basic compass fundamentals Use of basic GPS displays and how to interpret the information they provide The use of OpenCPN, a software tool for preplanning a course How to monitor your progress using the tools available to you The Seaman’s Eye – simple skills for safe navigation This is a 10 week class. Cost includes either the printed book or E-Book in PDF format. Upon completion of the exam you will receive credit for Marine Navigation and Club members will have an P grade after your name. Worried about making a 10-week commitment? Don’t be. Our instructor team has the flexibility and work with your schedule should you miss some classes. This class is also available for self-study online (E-Book only) at America's Boating Club on-line education . Go to our Upcoming Classes page to see the current schedule of classes. If you are interested in this class, please fill out our Course Interest Form .

The national America's Boating Club offers discounts and other benefits to members of Golden Corner Lakes. Look here for more information, then join our club! Membership Benefits Check out our membership brochure to learn about the benefits of America's Boating Club membership. Consider the Benefits Learn Engage Connect Discounts We're Glad You're Here JOIN NOW CONTACT US

Interested in some of our courses or looking for more information to further your boating education. America's Boating Club - Golden Corner Lakes. I'm interested in a class... First name* Last name* Email* Phone What Classes are you interested in? America's Boating Course Boat Handling Marine Navigation Using GPS Seminar VHF Marine Radio Seminar Weather for Boaters Seminar On-the-Water (OTW) Session Comments... Send

Discover boating safety education with ABClubGCL | Boating Safety | Education in Upstate SC. Join our classes and community events today. Club Headlines Good News! We now offer on-line signups for ABC classes via this websites Upcoming Classes page and FaceBook ! Upcoming Classes: Boating Safety Classes: Sept 15, 22, 29, 2026 - America's Boating Course (3 weeknight ABC) See the Upcoming Classes page for more information including online enrollment. Upcoming Events Our Upcoming Events page lists the upcoming events, including boating activities, meetings and land events, during the next two months. Below are the upcoming events that we would like to highlight: October 16-18 - D26 Cruise & Rendzevous November 7 - Annual Meeting & Change of Watch December 5 - Christmas Party 2026 Vessel Safety Checks (VSCs ): Don't leave the dock without it. Contact our VSC Chair to schedule your free watercraft inspection. Welcome! America's Boating Club - Golden Corner Lakes Boating, Classes, Community Service, and Fun on Lake Keowee and Lake Hartwell

Review descriptions and online signups for upcoming classes and seminars. America's Boating Club - Golden Corner Lakes is your boating education provider. Upcoming Classes Class Schedule Click on the class link for details and to register online to save your seat! America's Boating Course: Sept 15, 22, 29, 2026 - America's Boating Course (3 weeknight ABC) Seminars and Advanced Courses: Please use the Course Interest Form to let us know what classes or seminars you are interested in! On-the-Water Classes: On-the-Water sessions for recent ABC class graduates are on hold due to National ABClub insurance issues.. GA and SC References Click on Georgia Wildlife and South Carolina Department of Natural Resources to access their website pages for recreational boaters. Click on the images below to access the latest Georgia and South Carolina Boater Handbooks .

America's Boating Club - Golden Corner Lakes offers classes for new and experienced boaters. We also offer online classes and seminars. Check them out today. Get Started, Become a Better Boater, Expand Your Boating Horizons The America's Boating Course trifold shares the benefits and features of this great course. The Become a Better Boater trifold provides an overview of USPS/ABClub educational programs. Our Offerings Want to be a safer, more confident boater? Whether you're looking to get started or to expand your boating knowledge and skills as the primary boat operator or crew, our educational programs are here to help. If you're new to boating or need a refresher , start with America's Boating Course , taught by volunteers who have a passion for helping students learn, certified instructor credentials, strong technical knowledge, and real-world experience. Graduates receive their state Boater Education card. Continue your education with c ourses and seminars on specialized topics such as: Boat Handling Marine Navigation All About Marine Radio Seminar Using GPS Seminar Weather for Boaters Seminar Test your knowledge and skills against the standards of our Boat Operator Certification (BOC) program and earn BOC certification as an inland or coastal navigator. How to start: Talk to our Educational Officer. Check out our trifolds, course and seminar descriptions , and overview of our OTW/BOC programs. Start planning your educational path with the help of our club's detailed How to Plan Your Courses and Seminars guide. See our list of Upcoming Classes to register and participate. UPCOMING CLASSES

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