It’s finally here – the long-awaited arrival of spring on the lake. While any day on the lake is a day well spent, there’s something about the days of early spring, when winter’s hues of grays and browns give way to a palette of greens and a mosaic of vibrant colors forming a stunning backdrop to the water. It’s picture perfect.
The water’s up. The boats are out. Hooks and bobbers are in. And the evidence of pure enjoyment can be spotted – and heard – all around.
It’s that reawakening of activities on and around our lakes and river that tends to bring smiles a little more, a little faster and a whole lot easier.
As people head outdoors, so do events throughout the lakes region. In April, First Friday started back in downtown Gadsden, bringing thousands to its streets along the river for fun, food, music and shopping. LakeFest, the Southeast’s largest in-water boat show and festival is back at Pell City Lakeside Park, a much anticipated, much-enjoyed event on Logan Martin each year.
Pell City Chamber of Commerce’s Hometown Block Party gets under way downtown June 4 with bands, food vendors, games for the kids and plenty of shopping awaiting.
Perhaps you’d like a little more adventure. The tributaries of Logan Martin and Neely Henry have just the ticket with floating, kayaking, tubing and canoeing opportunities at places like Talladega Creek Resort, Choccolocco Kayak, Big Wills Outfitters, Big Canoe Creek Outfitters and Yak the Creek.
You can read all about these places and activities in LakeLife 24/7 Magazine®, but as usual, there’s more. Step inside the kitchen of a Logan Martin couple as they talk about their life on the lake and share a recipe or two from their very own kitchen. It’s a story you’ll savor and recipes you’ll save.
Step way back in time with Remember When, our signature historic piece set on what is now Logan Martin or Neely Henry. This one takes you all the way back to the days when Native Americans roamed these lands, rivers and creeks. Ten Islands on Neely Henry is also tales of Andrew Jackson, the Civil War and ferry boat travel.
Move on to present day and see signs of the future emerging in Lincoln on the banks of Logan Martin Lake. First, it was Lincoln’s Landing fishing park making more than a splash. It’s luring thousands of anglers and outdoor enthusiasts its way as well as hundreds of fishing tournaments – bookings well into 2024 already.
Now comes Angler’s Pointe, creating the perfect complement – a massive resort of RVs, cottages, entertainment, shopping and dining. Model cottages being built on the over 100 acres adjacent to the park already are drawing attention, and the development is seen as a game changer for Lincoln, Logan Martin and the entire region.
Of course, that’s not all you’ll find in this issue of LakeLife 24/7®. Turn the page and discover it all with us.
