by Justinn Overton | Aug 3, 2018 | Science, Swim Guide
This week has had some of the heavier, sustained rains of the season and, as a direct result, water quality conditions in the Coosa River creeks are less than optimal right now. People recreating in the Coosa’s creeks should be extra cautious about where and how...
by Justinn Overton | Jul 24, 2018 | Uncategorized
With a staff of three full time employees + a river that spans 280 miles, it is near impossible to get EVERYTHING we want accomplished. That’s why we are forever grateful for our interns. Especially our summer Swim Guide interns. Not a second of their time...
by Justinn Overton | Jul 16, 2018 | Fishing, Opinion, Pictures, Swim Guide, Uncategorized
“I’d rather swim than eat. I really would.” -The Moviegoer I remember one of the first times my folks took me to Logan Martin. We had a small jon boat full of tackle and snacks for a long day of fishing. All I wanted to do is swim… all...
by Justinn Overton | Jul 12, 2018 | Advocacy, Fishing, Lakes, Opinion, Science, Wildlife
Big Win for the Coosa & its Critters! Last Friday a federal court tossed the decision by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to grant the Alabama Power Co. a 30-year license to operate the hydropower dams on the Coosa River. The case was filed by...
by Justinn Overton | Jun 29, 2018 | Lakes, Uncategorized
Whether your family spends every independence day at the river OR y’all are searching for new traditions- everyone can agree there is no better place to view a firework show than at the river. Thanks to Home & Boat Owner Associations and local citizens,...
