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The Santee Resort  has one of the largest Banquet Facilities in the Lake Marion area. If you are planning a fishing/hunting/golfing  retreat, meeting, training seminar, convention, trade show or other function, The Santee Resort is the perfect place. The tropical pool area is also a great setting for a family reunion, wedding, reception, or party.

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                     1-800-531-9438

  Swamp Fox Boat Club Charity Poker Run

     The Swamp Fox Boat Club organized in 1964, with the help of late Danny Bell, continued it's tradition as a provider for non-profit lake rescue and ambulance service for the Eutawville Area by holding it's 9th Annual Charity Poker Run, Sat. May 29th.

  Scenes From The Swamp Fox Poker Run

DNR STEPS UP BOATING SAFETY ENFORCEMENT AND EDUCATION ACTIVITIES AS SUMMER BEGINS

   The S.C. Department of Natural Resources will be out in full force patrolling the state's waterways this Memorial Day weekend and all summer long.

    

   "State boating deaths rose to 33 last year, compared to 14 in 2002, 18 in 2001 and 15 in 2000," according to Colonel Alvin Wright, deputy director of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Law Enforcement Division.

   "Beginning this weekend and throughout the summer, DNR boating  safety officers will be focused in "saturation" patrols on lakes, rivers, reservoirs and our coastal waters in an effort to reduce boating accidents, injuries and fatalities," Wright said. "Dangerous behavior on the water will not be tolerated and we're cracking down on negligent operation of watercraft and boating under the influence."

   Wright added that, "The goal is to increase visibility and a DNR presence on the water and to make the waterways a safer place for families and boating enthusiast, despite the fact that DNR is short 90 officers who routinely patrol the state's waterways. We're dedicated to safety on the water. Reducing boating accidents, injuries and fatalities and increasing boating safety patrols is a high priority, even though it may diminish our ability to perform other important enforcement activities."

   So far this year, three people have died in boating accidents in the state, compared to fourteen boating deaths at this same time last year.

   Major Alvin Taylor with the DNR boating safety enforcement and education section in Charleston said that beginning this weekend DNR officers statewide will be conducting boating safety inspections at public
boat landings. "These courtesy inspections are being offered to ensure that all boaters have the required safety equipment on-board their vessel before they launch their boat," Taylor said. "This is all about safety. We want to
be there for the boating public and hopefully avert a potentially dangerous situation before it becomes a problem."

   During these scheduled courtesy boating safety inspections, DNR officers will be available to talk with boaters and answer enforcement and safety questions.

Obeying boating laws and rules should keep most boaters safe and out of trouble: State law requires boating safety training for anyone younger than 16 who wants to operate a boat or personal watercraft with an engine 15-horsepower or greater without being accompanied by an adult. For questions concerning this requirement or boater education courses contact, DNR's Boating Education offices at 1-800-277-4301, (803) 734-3995 in Columbia or (843) 953-9302 in Charleston.

   Any person younger than 12 in a boat less than 16 feet long must wear a personal flotation device. Anyone on a personal watercraft, which includes Jet Skis, Sea-Doos, WaveRunners and others, must wear a Coast Guard-approved flotation device; they cannot be operated after sunset or before sunrise; and they must be equipped with self-circling or lanyard-type engine cutoffs. No vessel may operate in excess of idle speed within 50 feet of an anchored vessel, dock, pier or person in the water, or within 100 yards of the Atlantic Ocean coastline. No one may jump the wake of another vessel within 200 feet of the vessel creating the wake.

   When towing a water skier or person on a floating device, a boat must have an observer onboard or the vessel must be equipped with wide-angled mirrors. A sound-producing device, such as a horn or whistle, is
required on all boats. Fire extinguishers are required on most boats.

   It is against the law, and extremely dangerous, to operate a boat while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. In South Carolina, individuals involved in an accident that causes a death or serious injury faces an implied consent alcohol test and serious penalties with a maximum of 10 years imprisonment and $25,000 fine. On the water, the effects of alcohol or drugs are magnified by the elements of sun, wind and wave action. Alcohol also impairs coordination of arm and leg movements, slows response to emergency situations and makes it difficult for boat operators to scan the horizon.

   Boat operators are also reminded that wearable personal floatation devices (PFDs or life jackets) are required for each person onboard. On boats 16 feet and longer throwable devices, such as flotation cushions, are
required in addition to wearable devices. Life jackets must properly fit each individual, whether child or adult, and be serviceable without tears, holes or other damage or wear that would decrease the effectiveness of the
device. More than 90 percent of all boating fatalities could be prevented with the proper use of life jackets.

 

National Fishing & Boating Week Events Set In SC June 6th-13th  

     Fishing classes, youth fishing rodeos and Free Fishing Days will help celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week June 6-13 in South Carolina.
   National Fishing and Boating Week events June 6-13 are aimed at increasing the enjoyment of fishing and boating and promoting environmental stewardship, according to BeBe Harrison, aquatic education coordinator for the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (DNR). "This celebration is all about re-connecting families in our communities through fishing and boating," Harrison said. "What better way to learn about the environment, or to enjoy wholesome family activities, than through fishing and boating."
   For more information on National Fishing and Boating Week events in South Carolina, call Harrison at (803) 737-8483 in Columbia or e-mail her at
nancyhar@scdnr.state.sc.us .
   Following is the schedule of upcoming youth fishing rodeos and events in South Carolina for National Fishing and Boating Week. Call (803) 737-8483 in Columbia for registration or visit the DNR Web site at
www.dnr.state.sc.us for more information.


 

Blounts Landing, Lake Marion Host Bream Tournament

     Saturday, June 12th Blounts Landing on Lake Marion near Rock's Pond will host their 5th Annual Bream Tournament. The tradition was began by Donald Weatherford, of Eutawville.

     This year the tournament will have cash & trophy's given to 1st Most Weight, 2nd Most Weight, 3rd Most Weight & Biggest Bream. Entry fee is $40.00 per boat with a 2 man team and 60 fish limit. After 1 p.m.  weigh-in there will be a free fish fry and family fun with drawings & great door prizes. This year the sponsorship has grown to include: South Carolina Traveler, Mac's Rod & Reel Repair, The Alpine, Westbury's Ace Hardware, Honey Dew Home Repair, Todd Curie, Mr. Dan's Subs, Bell's Restaurant, Henry's Feed & Seed, The  Tradin' Post, Williams Sporting Good in Sumter, Eutawville IGA, Eagles Nest Campground & RV Park, Strick's One Stop, Family Dollar- Eutawville, and Buddy's Grocery.

     Registration deadline is 7 a.m. on the 12th at Blount's Landing. For more information call Donald Weatherford at 803-492-3648.

Post Your Business Advertisement Here! Contact Mr. Bill Watkins, mrbillz@starband.net  or 803-492-8667.                   

Southern charm, hospitality and history imbue Charleston, one of the most well-preserved cities in the United States.

Visitors can't help but feel they have been magically transported to another era. Stroll down cobblestone streets past magnificent churches, grand mansions and beautiful gardens, all meticulously maintained. History buffs will relish the old plantations and numerous historical museums dedicated to the Civil War and the Old South. Steeped in tradition, Charleston still manages a modern flare. Fine restaurants featuring gourmet Southern cuisine and fashionable boutiques line the streets of downtown. This effortless mix of past and present attracts visitors from around the world.

Hotel reviews, vacation recommendations and weekend getaway advice - all at TripAdvisor.com

A Walking Tour Of Elloree's Antique Festival

                   Specializing in:

  ART & CUSTOM       DECORATIVE FRAMING                    ITEMS       

           NATIVE AMERICAN JEWELRY  

      2702 Cleveland Street  

    Elloree, South Carolina 29047 

      Phone:  (803) 897-1115          

     Email: sbyswdc@aol.com

       Elloree's Heritage Museum

* June 1-Columbia, Fishing 101 Class. 6-8 p.m. A free introductory fishing class for those who forgot how to tie a hook on a line (or never learned). Registration required. Call (803) 737-8483 in Columbia.
 

* June 3-Columbia,  Tackle Crafting workshop. 6-8 p.m. Learn techniques to help you create unique and one of lures that you a kind can use to catch the big one! Reservations required, call (803) 737-8483 in Columbia to register.
 

* June 5-Florence County, Youth Fishing Rodeo at Dargans Pond near Florence. For more information, call (803) 737-8483 in Columbia.

* June 5-Richland County, Youth Fishing Rodeo at Defender Industries, near Lower Richland High School (Across Lower Richland High School) This was originally at Cohen Campbell Fisheries Center in Columbia. For more information, call (803) 737-8483 in Columbia.
 

* June 12-Oconee County, Youth Fishing Rodeo at Piedmont Forestry Education Center near Salem. For more information, call (803) 737-8483 in Columbia.
 

* June 12-Horry County Youth Fishing Rodeo at Lake Busbee near Conway. For more information, call (803) 737-8483 in Columbia.
 

* June 12 and 13-Free Fishing Days in South Carolina. All South Carolina residents may fish for free without a license. If you want to try fishing, but don't have equipment, check out South Carolina's Fishing Tackle Loaner Program. Check the DNR Web site to find the nearest Fishing Tackle Loaner Site at www.dnr.state.sc.us/cec/educate/ftlp.html
 

* June 19-Greenville County Youth Fishing Rodeo at Canon Lake near Greenville. For more information, call (803) 737-8483 in Columbia.
 

 The Great Outdoors

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