05/29/2026
Fishing is a lot of fun even when a big fish gets away. Please play it safe and always wear a life jacket when fishing from a kayak, boat, the shore, or a dock.
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05/29/2026
Fishing is a lot of fun even when a big fish gets away. Please play it safe and always wear a life jacket when fishing from a kayak, boat, the shore, or a dock.
A day of fun can quickly turn into a tragic event without a life jacket. By always wearing your life jacket and asking others to, it could save your life or the life of someone you care about.
05/25/2026
Today and throughout the year take time to remember the lives lost fighting for our freedom.
05/22/2026
Historically, Memorial Day Weekend is one of the riskiest times of the year for boating and water-related activities. Sadly, many water-related fatalities occur during the holiday weekend. Following these simple tips can help ensure that you have a good and safe Memorial Day weekend. Remember Life Jackets Worn…Nobody Mourns so .
05/20/2026
Celebrate by getting prepared for boating season! The BoatUS Foundation offers the only FREE online boating safety course developed specifically for your state. www.boatus.org/free
Tuesday May 19, 2026: TESTING of the Fisherman’s Warning Horn System will occur intermittently today between 10:00am and 3:00 pm. Water release from Buford Dam is scheduled to start at 5:55 pm and end at 7:10 pm.
For the latest water release information call 770-945-1466.
Life Jackets must be worn while in or on the river between Buford Dam and the GA Hwy 20 Bridge.
05/18/2026
Make the most of National Safe Boating Week (May 16–22, 2026) by making safety your priority. Wear a life jacket every time you’re on the water. Falls overboard happen without warning—and a life jacket could mean the difference between a close call and a tragedy for you and the people who love you.
05/13/2026
Many people drown every year trying to retrieve their boat. Using the right knot is critical to making sure your vessel is secure, so it doesn’t drift away. Remember, to always wear a life jacket when you’re retrieving anything in the water. .
Dealing with wave action and currents caused by boats or wind can make swimming exhausting in open water (lakes, rivers, ponds, etc.), regardless of how well you can swim. A belt-style inflatable life jacket won’t restrict your swimming ability and it will be there if you need it, so .
05/09/2026
Lake Sidney Lanier has been selected for the 2026 Leave No Trace Spotlight Program! The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will work alongside Leave No Trace and local partners to support restoration, stewardship and long-term protection of these natural spaces. Follow along for updates and ways to get involved.
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