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The Golden Anchor is the online newsletter for America's Boating Club - Golden Corner Lakes. Golden Anchor and Other Publications Our Club Newsletter: Golden Anchor Current Issue Archive District 26 Website Newsletter: 026 ° True Current Issue USPS/ABClub Website Publications: Compass Newsletter The Ensign Magazine

The bridge and executive committee are at the helm of America's Boating Club - Golden Corner Lakes Our Leadership Team Commander Jon Arterburn Email Executive Officer Jeff Woodard Email Email Educational Officer Carol Calhoun Email Administrative Officer Ken Minton Email Secretary Vicky DeCristofaro Email Treasurer Andrea Arterburn

Learn more about using your boat GPS to navigate Lake Hartwell and Lake Keowee | America's Boating Club - Golden Corner Lakes Seminar Description for Using GPS Seminar Getting comfortable with the marine electronics available today can be intimidating to new, and even experienced, boaters. One of the most common electronic devices on board today is a GPS based chartplotter. This seminar will take the mystery out of the GPS chartplotter units and show you how to set your units up to get the most out of them. What you will learn Introduction to the screens and capabilities of today’s GPS chartplotter with integrated depth sounders. How to control screen brightness and set up devices with the data that you really need. How to create waypoints, routes and measure distance. How to use your track feature and the depth sounder to pinpoint your location How to locate services near you such as marinas, gas, ramps, etc. all built into your unit. Using features such as split screens, current and future tides data and setting alarms. This seminar 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 .

Take this course to get your South Carolina or Georgia Boater Education card. America's Boating Club - Golden Corner Lakes instructors are NASBLA Certified! Course Description for ABC America's Boating Course The America’s Boating Course (ABC3) offers a comprehensive introduction to recreational boating. Successful completion of the ABC3 review and multiple choice examination held at the end of class meets the education requirements for boater operator certification approved by the Georgia and South Carolina DNR and the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA). Who should take ABC3? In Georgia, if you were born after January 1, 1998 you are required to have a NASBLA approved boating safety certificate to operate a boat legally. In South Carolina, if you were born after July 1, 2007 you are required to have a NASBLA approved boater education card. If you are new to boating this course begins to build your confidence around boats through knowledge of: o Boat types and terminology o Required Safety Equipment o Government and State Regulations o Navigation Rules of the Road o Water Sports Safety o Introductory Boat Handling Skills o So much more… If you are new to boating in our lakes in the Upstate and Northeast Georgia, this course introduces you to some local water’s knowledge through certified local instructors If you want to meet other boaters who are interested in enhancing their boating knowledge 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 .

America's Boating Club - America's Boating Club: Boating Safety, Education, on-the-water activities, fun and comraderie. What We Do Education We teach a boating safety course called the America's Boating Course. During that course, you’ll receive a comprehensive introduction to recreational boating. Whether you enjoy power boating, sailing, paddle sports, or personal watercraft, we’ve got you and your family covered. We offer both a one-day class and also a 2-1/2 hour class in the evening once a week over three consecutive weeks. Once you complete the class and pass the exam, you will receive a GA or SC Boater Education Card. We also teach a variety of other boating courses that are targeted at audiences from first-time boaters to very experienced boaters. Courses such as boat handling, navigation and marine environments are just a short list of all of the courses we teach. You can find a more complete description of our courses on the Education page. Community Service Our club performs a number of community service projects during the year. Below are a brief description of some of the things we do. Cooperative Charting. Our members inspect the Aids to Navigation (ATONs) on Lake Keowee and Lake Hartwell. On our lakes, the ATONs are the buoys that identify hazard areas (e.g., shallow areas), no-wake zones, swim areas, and centers of channels. As part the inspections, we record the condition of each buoy. The inspection records are reported to SC Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for Lake Keowee and the Army Corp of Engineers for Lake Hartwell. We also inspect the survey markers located in our area and their condition are reported to the National Geodetic Society. Vessel Safety Checks (VSCs). We offer a free and voluntary annual inspection of watercraft in partnership with the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. These inspections ensure the watercraft meet all federal and state boating laws and ensure that they are safe to operate. Our certified Vessel Examiners do these inspections with the watercraft owner and provide them with a checklist at completion. If the watercraft passes the inspection, we provide the owner with a sticker showing that the watercraft has been inspected. If it doesn’t, the owner is advised of what needs to be done to meet all requirements. If you would like a VSC done on your watercraft, contact our VSC Chair, at vsc.chair@abclubgcl.org . Island Cleanup. In support of the Friends of Lake Keowee Society (FOLKS), our members do a monthly cleanup of an island on Lake Keowee during the boating season. Tribble Center Self-Advocates Boat Rides and Picnic Lunch. Over the last several years, our members have given boat rides and a picnic lunch to the Self-Advocates at the Tribble Center. More information on the Tribble Center is available on their website, at www.thetribblecenter.com . Social Events Our members get together for a number of social events throughout the year. Some examples of these events include beach-ups during the boating season (we meet at an island, and sip, dip and enjoy a potluck dinner), member meetings that typically include lunch or dinner with an interesting speaker, a progressive dinner by boat or car, day cruises on nearby lakes, an annual Christmas Party, land cruises (which is what we call events planned at local, land-based establishments, such as a winery, theater, etc.) and sometimes a weekend getaway. We also do events with our sister clubs in our district, District 26 (D26), which includes all America’s Boating Clubs in SC and on the coast of GA. The most popular of those events is the annual cruise and rendezvous events, where you get to visit various communities in our district, experience boating on various lakes, on the intercoastal waterway and out in the ocean, and meet club members from these different areas. Check out our Upcoming Events page to see what we have planned in the near future. If you are interested in attending one of our events (guests are welcome!), contact our Administrative Officer, at admin@abclubgcl.org .

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 June & July... June 4, 4:00 pm, ExCom Meeting, Seneca Library June 7, 4:00 pm, Raft-Up , sandbar between Island 9 and High Falls County Park. June 23, 8:45 am, Summer Solstice Cruise , Harbor Light Marina, Lavonia, GA June 28, 4:00 pm, Raft-Up , sandbar between Island 9 and High Falls County Park. July 12, 4:00 pm, Raft-Up , sandbar between Island 9 and High Falls County Park. July 26, 4:00 pm, Raft-Up , sandbar between Island 9 and High Falls County Park. Save these Dates... August 9, 4:00 pm, Raft-Up and Member Meeting, sandbar between Island 9 and High Falls County Park August 30, 4:00 pm, Raft-Up and Member Meeting, sandbar between Island 9 and High Falls County Park October 16-18, District 26 Cruise & Rendezvous, St. Simon Island, GA December 5, 6:00 pm, GCL Christmas Party, The Club at Keowee Key GET YOUR VSC

America's Boating Club - Golden Corner Lakes teaches this class about boat handling, docking your boat, dealing with emergencies, anchoring, and line handling. Course Description for Boat Handling Course Our Boat Handling course is intended for recreational boaters who have completed a basic boating class like America's Boating Course, and want to gain more knowledge, skill, and confidence to boat safely and have more fun in a variety of situations. Boat Handling covers these topics: Rules of the Road: A Practical Approach Confidence in Docking and Undocking: Slow-Speed Maneuvering Boating with Confidence: Handling Your Boat Under Way Anchoring with Assurance: Don't Get Carried Away Emergencies on Board: Preparation for Handling Common Problems Knots and Line Handling: The Knots You Need to Know Building on the basics of recreational boating as presented in the public boating course (ABC), Boat Handling adds foundational information for continuing boater education. Emphasis within the course has been placed on more advanced boating skills, especially docking and boat handling, rules of the road, and marlinspike. Our small course format allows for informal questions and dialogue to ensure complete understanding of the concepts and principles. This is a 7-week course and includes On the Water training option at the end. Cost includes the printed book or E-Book in PDF format. Upon completion of the exam you will receive credit for Boat Handling/Seamanship and Club members will have an S grade after your name. As an option, each topic is also available as a free-standing seminar although we encourage taking the full suite of offerings. Worried about making a 7-week commitment? Don’t be. Our instructor team has the flexibility to work with your schedule should you miss some classes. This class is also available for self-paced learning online at America's Boating Club Online Learning (E-Book only) . 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 .

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

America's Boating Club - Golden Corner Lakes teaches this seminar about how weather systems form, how to recognize storms threats on the lakes in upstate South Carolina. Seminar Description for Weather for Boaters Boating in the South Carolina Update and Northeast Geogia regions almost always involves making some weather decisions. Our weather seminar will help you have more confidence around forecasting and predicting the weather. This seminar will whet your appetite to learn more about weather systems and ensure your boating safety in a variety of situations. The Weather Seminar covers these topics: What causes weather How weather systems move Why the wind blows What clouds tell us How storms and fronts create foul weather Why fog forms Where to get the best forecasts This is a 2-1/2 hour seminar. Our small session format allows for informal dialogue and excellent Q&A. Club Members receive a PDF of the Seminar materials for free. Non-members pay $10. This seminar 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 .