Author Archives: Kyle
Lakes prepare for busy summer
As the temperatures rise and summer shifts into full gear, the recreation areas along the Savannah River Basin are, too. And while it’s still early in the season, Chrissy Alford, recreation chief ranger at J. Strom Thurmond Dam & Lake, has already noticed a difference. “We’ve definitely had a lot of visitation compared to last … Continue reading
Exploring Lake Hartwell
The 4-H2O Camp is a day camp offered for youth ages 9-13. Lake Hartwell and local streams serve as the setting for this nature resources program. The day camp will be held at the Clemson Outdoor Lab, 415 Charlie White Trail, Pendleton SC 29670. Registration is $75.00 includes program supplies, snack and daily lunch. You must be … Continue reading
Lakes help prognosticator make good on Groundhog Day prediction
Way back in February, I gave my “Groundhog Day” reservoir predictions for Memorial Day, the beginning of the summer recreation season. Let’s see how I did this year: That month started with the reservoirs slightly below winter guide curve but slowly climbing, as was the guide curve. Actual observed reservoir levels chased the guide curve … Continue reading