Lake Lanier Association

08/20/2026

🎶 Concerts with a Cause is THIS weekend!

Join us at Lanier Islands Resort for a great night of live music featuring The Long Run: America’s Favorite Tribute to The Eagles, all while supporting local nonprofits. We’re proud to be one of the beneficiaries of this year’s Concerts with a Cause, alongside our friends at The Georgia Mountain Food Bank! 💙

A special thank you to Lanier Islands for supporting LLA and helping us continue our work to protect and preserve Lake Lanier. We’re grateful for your partnership and look forward to seeing everyone there!

Come enjoy the music, bring your friends, and support two local organizations while you’re at it! 🌊

Gates open at 6pm and the show starts at 7:30pm. Ticket holders will receive complimentary gate entry. Visit lanierislands.com/special-events/ to get your tickets today! 🎟️

08/19/2026

30 DAYS UNTIL SHORE SWEEP! 🗑️ 🧹

We’re officially one month away from Shore Sweep 2026! On Saturday, September 19th, thousands of volunteers will come together across Lake Lanier to remove trash and large debris from our shoreline and waterways.

Registration is now open! Grab your friends, family, neighbors, co-workers, or team and sign up today to be part of Lake Lanier’s largest annual cleanup.

📅 Saturday, September 19th
⏰ 8:00am to 1:00pm

Register today by visiting lakelanier.org/shore-sweep/ ⬅️

08/14/2026

🚤 It's time for Boating Safety Tip #3!

Before you leave the dock, make sure your boat is stocked with the essential safety equipment you'll need on the water.

✅ Life Jackets (PFDs): One U.S. Coast Guard approved life jacket for every person on board, properly sized.
🔥 Fire Extinguisher: Did you know some expire 12 years after manufacturing? Check yours before your next trip!
📣 Sound-Producing Device: Carry a horn, whistle, or air horn to signal other boaters.
🛑 Engine Cutoff Switch: Wear your engine cutoff switch lanyard whenever you're operating the boat.
🚩 Visual Distress Signals: Keep signals on board in case of an emergency - for day or nighttime boating.
📱 Communication Device: Bring a fully charged cell phone or VHF marine radio so you can call for help if needed.

For more information specific to your vessel, check out the Required Equipment Checklist provided by Georgia DNR: https://gadnrle.org/required-equipment 🌊☀️

08/13/2026

On Tuesday, the Lake Lanier Association team had the opportunity to connect with some wonderful organizations in our community!

Emma & Caleigh spoke with the Kiwanis Club of Gainesville, while Victoria & Hailey presented to Altrusa International of North Georgia, Inc. about LLA’s programs, initiatives, and upcoming events - including Shore Sweep 2026! 🌊

We’re grateful for the opportunity to share what we do and connect with others who care about making a difference in our community. 💙

08/12/2026

✨ It’s GIVEAWAY time! ✨

One lucky LLA member will win a FREE Top-to-Bottom Dock Pressure Wash from Lake Living Dock Concierge, valued at $595! 🧽

Perfect for private docks up to 32’ x 32’, this custom cleaning includes:
🫧 Decking & railing
🫧 Top & underside of the roof
🫧 Walkway
🫧 Dock box
🫧 Floats at or above the water line
🫧 Up to two jet ski ports

👉 Here’s how to enter:
Join or renew your LLA membership during the month of August! Visit lakelanier.org and click the green “Join or Renew” button.

BONUS: Everyone who joins or renews their LLA membership in August will also receive a coupon courtesy from Orangetheory Fitness Gainesville, GA for two free weeks of workout classes!

A special thank you to Lake Living Dock Concierge for putting together this incredible custom prize for our August giveaway. We can’t wait to give one lucky member the ultimate dock refresh! 💙

The giveaway winner will be contacted in early September.

08/10/2026

✨ Registration is now open for Shore Sweep 2026! ✨

Shore Sweep returns Saturday, September 19th! 🧹 🗑️ Hosted by the Lake Lanier Association, the 38th annual shoreline cleanup will be held 8am-1pm at multiple locations across Lake Lanier.

Over the past 30+ years of Shore Sweep clean-ups, a total of 2.58 million pounds of trash has been removed from Lake Lanier! Last year, 128 tons of trash was removed at the hands of over 1,200 volunteers. This community wide event is not only a labor of love – it is essential to keeping Lanier clean for all to enjoy.

👉 To register and learn more visit lakelanier.org/shore-sweep/

08/08/2026

It's time for Boating Safety Tip #2! ⚓

Let's talk about fire extinguishers! 🧯🔥 Your fire extinguisher could be one of the most important pieces of safety equipment on your boat – but only if it's in good working condition.

Before your next trip on Lake Lanier, take a minute to check:
✅ The pressure gauge is in the green.
✅ The safety pin is secure.
✅ The nozzle is clear and free of obstructions.
✅ There are no signs of rust, corrosion, or damage.
✅ If it's a disposable fire extinguisher, make sure it's no more than 12 years old from the date of manufacture. For serviceable extinguishers, these may need to be replaced as well. Click the link below for more info.

A quick safety check today could make all the difference tomorrow. Visit boatus.org/fire-extinguishers/ to make sure your extinguisher is ready for any emergency. 🆘

08/07/2026

Bonny Putney, LLA Vice President and Shore Sweep Coordinator, joined the Everything Lake Lanier podcast this week to talk about all things Shore Sweep! Click the link below to listen! 👇

Everything Lake Lanier · Episode

08/07/2026

LLA hosted its third member-exclusive Lunch and Learn of 2026! 📚 ✅

During the event, LLA members, sponsors, staff, and board members learned about charitable giving, tax considerations, strategic giving, and planning to meet lifetime financial goals.

A big thank you to Richard Cheek, LLA Member and Financial Advisor with Edward Jones, and Kellie Sellers, Senior Attorney at Ganek PC, for sharing their expertise and providing valuable insights. It was an informative discussion that left attendees better equipped to make important financial decisions.

Special thanks to Orangetheory Fitness Gainesville, GA for generously providing boxed lunches for everyone in attendance. Their support helped make this event a great success! 💙

To learn more about upcoming LLA events, visit lakelanier.org/events/ ⬅️

08/06/2026

We couldn't let this trend pass us by...

If you haven’t already, meet Bonny - the powerhouse behind Shore Sweep! Every year, she coordinates Lake Lanier's largest annual cleanup, bringing together more than 1,000 volunteers across 15 cleanup sites. From organizing heavy equipment and dumpsters to coordinating advance and on-lake cleanup sites, plus countless logistics, she makes it all happen.

If Shore Sweep ever got a Netflix documentary, Bonny would definitely have the best behind the scenes stories. Give our Trash Queen a well deserved round of applause in the comments! 👏💙

🧹 Shore Sweep 2026
🗓️ Saturday, September 19th
🕗 8:00am - 1:00pm

Registration is coming soon! Learn more at lakelanier.org/shore-sweep/