Nestled among towering pines and set along the shimmering shores of Lake Martin, Wicker Point Golf Club has quickly established itself as one of Alabama’s most remarkable private golf clubs. Opening for play in September 2023, the club wasted no time making a name for itself, rising swiftly …
As we get ready for spring, we need to start thinking about the changing conditions we will face. At the top of the list is water temperature. We all know that warming water will push the bass shallower and make them more active. But what a l…
The Lippert Bassmaster Elite made its way to Lake Martin on February 12, kicking off the 100-year celebration for the region with a thrilling four-day tournament that brought national attention to the local area.
February on Lake Martin can be tricky, but it’s also one of the best times of the year to be fishing – especially for bass. Most of the fish are going to be in what anglers refer to as pre-spawn. It’s a time of transition as the fish work clo…
I believe the mental health benefits from racquet sports come from the positive distraction your mind receives from day-to-day mundane tasks. It feels very rewarding when even the most basic moves of timing and rhythm come together. It also n…
Golf is a game that can be enjoyed by all ages, all backgrounds and by people from all walks of life. Throughout the course of the year, I will write on all things golf, from instruction to the latest in technology, to the newest golf apparel.
By December on Lake Martin, the lake has completely turned over, and winter drawdown is almost complete. The big fall changes have happened, and the lake is settling into winter mode. Expect lake water temperatures to be in the mid to upper 50s. The fish are finally beginning to settle into …
As the fog began to lift in the early November dawn, cyclists eagerly clipped their helmets, stretched their limbs and warmed up on their bikes along the beach shoreline at Wind Creek State Park. Excitement built in the cool morning air as 17 riders anticipated the start of the annual 68-mil…
When the seasons change and the leaves around Lake Martin begin to fall, sailors know it’s time for an annual gathering where the only thing warmer than the Dixie Sailing Club’s hospitality is the competitive spirit on the water.
The tranquil surface of Lake Martin can be deceiving. While the water is often thought of as a constant, the annual drawdown to its winter pool transforms the lake, revealing a landscape of hidden dangers.
Alexander City natives John and Lacey Howell and Tallassee natives Bobby and Tera Cagle opened a new campground last month near the Cherokee Ridge Alpine Trail Association’s Overlook and Deadening Trail network, offering 61 sites for RV campe…
We are in the drawdown period for Lake Martin when water levels can be anywhere from 4 to 8 feet below full pool. This regular drawdown occurs in preparation for heavy winter and spring rains that could potentially raise the lake level by sev…
Boaters on Lake Martin know there is a peaceful tranquility about hitting the water during the off-season. The lake takes on a quiet calm, and the stillness stretches for as far as the eye can see. With fewer boats on the water, it can feel l…
It is said that “legends are made” at the University of Alabama, and the Lake Martin Bama Club is helping tee up the next generation of local students to achieve their collegiate dreams through its annual scholarship fundraiser.
Just a few miles from the shorelines of Lake Martin, African safari tents rise above the Alabama woods, hiding luxury accommodations within canvas walls. Behind the vision of this unique retreat are Skip and Rhonda Courtney, who blended the…
Horseback riding through Russell Forest is one of Lake Martin’s classic outdoor fall experiences. Guided by The Stables at Russell Crossroads, riders wind along forest trails layered with autumn leaves, cross gentle streams and trace along th…
Set off on an adventure this fall with Explore Lake Martin’s Hiking Challenge, offering participants the opportunity to immerse themselves in nature and take in the breathtaking beauty that Lake Martin has to offer.
In our little corner of the Southeast, there may not be a better month of the year to be in the outdoors. The water’s still warm enough to enjoy time on the lake, and there are outdoor festivals, football games, hunting, fishing and walks in …
Every boater should know how to tie off their craft in a number of situations: alongside a dock, in a wet slip or beached. But a quick glance along any public dock – say outside one of Lake Martin’s restaurants – shows that a lot of boaters s…
Wind Creek State Park, nestled along the shorelines of Lake Martin in Alexander City, has been a beloved retreat for generations, welcoming visitors from far and wide to unwind from their daily routines and embrace the beauty of the outdoors.
