The Plum Line - Savannah Lakes Village

The Plum Line
The official newsletter of Plum Branch Yacht Club, Inc. Updated June 2011
P.O. Box 370, 1 Yacht Club Dr., Plum Branch, SC 29845 Telephone: (864) 443-3000; Fax: 443-3001
Marina: pbyc_sc@yahoo.com or www.plumbranch.com
Atlanta: BeaMcClain@yahoo.com
SHIP’S STORE – Please visit us at the Ship’s Store on Sunset Point. Inside the Store, we have a very impressive line of
nautical items that are just perfect for decorating your boat, camper or home, or to give as a gift. Stop in and see our fishing
supplies and tackle. We also have Boat and Camper parts and supplies. PBYC offers a variety of groceries and a fantastic
selection of ice, ice cream, candy, snacks, sodas and beer. We also stock rock salt, barbecue sauce, beans, etc. We can
supply your grilling and BBQ needs. It is our goal to be able to say “yes, we have what you need to be sure you have a
great day at the lake” most of the time, no matter what you break or forget to pack. If you do not see what you need, just
ask. We may have a way of solving your problem so you can get back to having fun!
LIVE BAIT – We now sell worms and frozen herring at the Ship’s Store and Live Herring on Dock D – by the ramp. For
LIVE HERRING ON THE WATER call Pete for service any time at: (864) 828-1567.
SUMMER CONCERTS –Mark your calendars for our Summer Concerts to be held at the Pavilion overlooking Plum Beach
and the sun setting over our beautiful lake. All bands are primarily Beach Music with a little of your favorite Oldies, Rock ‘n
Roll and Country thrown in for fun. Events will begin playing at 8 p.m. and end at midnight. The concerts are family friendly.
Refreshments: Russell will be cooking some good fresh seafood, among other things, for these events. We will also sell: soft
drinks, water, beer and wine. You may bring your cooler if you bring NO GLASS and take your trash home with you. Bring
a lawn chair and your dancing shoes. The Both Shag Attack and the Mark Roberts band have been here before and has
been requested to come back. Watch for updates. If you have questions please call (864) 443-3000 or email:
pbyc_sc@yahoo.com. Each adult will be asked to pay $10 to help offset the cost of these events. Thank you for
patronizing our vendors.
1. July 2nd – Mark Roberts and Breeze will be playing. http://www.markrobertsandbreeze.com/
2. July 9 th – Shag Attack will be playing with an intermission for your Fireworks. Bring your fireworks to the
concert. Volunteers will collect your fireworks donations at the ticket table and set them off at intermission.
3. September 3rd - The FAREWELL TO SUMMERFEST. Mark Roberts and Breeze will be playing.
http://www.markrobertsandbreeze.com/
PICTORIAL HISTORY OF PBYC - Become a Facebook fan of PBYC: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Plum-Branch-
SC/Plum-Branch-Yacht-Club/176273360922. You do not need a Facebook account to be a fan. We have been posting
pictures of various events, a pictorial history of PBYC and a few pictures of Fishing Village – prior to 1996. If you have great
pictures - please share.
THE PAVILIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO RENT FOR YOUR EVENT – We have a 40’ by 50’ pavilion and a pavilion that is 16’
x 30’ that is located next to Plum Beach. The large Pavilion is available for marina events as well as weddings, family
reunions or company picnics. Rental fees are: Weekends, $75 per day; Weekdays, $37.50 per day; and Holidays $125 per
day. The smaller Pavilion is available for: Weekends, $25 per day; Weekdays, $15 per day; and Holidays $35 per day.
STORAGE SHEDS – All sheds are approximately 13’ wide, 36’ deep, and 12’ of clear height and have concrete floors and
doors that can be locked. The rate on sheds 1-14 is $140 per month. The rate for sheds 15-28, which do not have
electricity, is $125 per month. 25% Member discount applies. There is usually a waiting list. Plan ahead if you need a shed.
SUMMER CAMPS – 4H and Clemson are having 2 camps this year. June 7-10 and July 12-15. See page 6 for details.
CONTENTS
General Interest ….. Page 2 Camper’s Corner ………….…Page 4 Events Around the Lake...Page 6
PWC’s & Kids..….... Page 2 Fishing Guides……………..…Page 4 Food by Boat or Car ……...…Page 7
Boat Rentals ….….. Page 4 NTR News……..…………….. Page 5 Gas at the Lake ………..…… Page 8
Boating News ……..Page 3 Hotels & Cabins ……………...Page 5 PBYC Hours…………….…….Page 8
PBYC celebrated its 15 th Anniversary in March. Thank you for your support!

General Interest
MAP OF McCORMICK COUNTY NOW AVAILABLE – The residents and tourists of McCormick County are finding our full
color detailed map a tremendous help in finding their way to businesses to fulfill their needs. The recreational facilities
shown include trails for hiking, biking and canoeing. The map is for sale at the marina, the McCormick Chamber of
Commerce and at many merchants throughout the county.
FISHING LICENSES - You can now order your license by phone by calling: 1(866)714-3611 or by Internet at
http://www.dnr.sc.gov/licensing.html . You will have immediate use of your license. Just have your credit card, driver’s
license and a pencil and paper ready when you call. Stop by the store to see pictures of the big fish caught from
Thurmond Lake, or bring us a picture of your big fish to add to our wall of fame.
For fishing rules in SC: http://www.dnr.sc.gov/regs/freshwaterregs.html
SPEED LIMITS – The posted speed limit on Yacht Club Drive is 15 mph. All other roads have a posted speed limit of 5
mph. Remember, you are at the lake, slow down and enjoy it! Think of golf carts as our “pace cars”. If you feel the need to
pass a golf cart, you are probably going too fast. The life you save may be that of a child.
GOLF CARTS – Drivers must have a valid driver’s license and liability insurance – even for golf carts. NO CHILDREN
SHOULD BE DRIVING GOLF CARTS AT PBYC. If you wish to drive your golf cart off the PBYC property, you must have a
sticker from the DMV on Airport Road in McCormick or be subject to a fine if caught. You must provide proof of insurance, a
copy of the driver’s licenses of all authorized drivers of the golf cart and pay a $5 fee.
PWC’S AND KIDS DRIVING WATER CRAFT:
Originally printed in the Plum Line 4/1/99 – Reprinted to refresh your memory of the new laws created to keep you safe.
PWC RULES - In 1996, South Carolina passed legislation adding a few rules that affect PWC's (personal water craft, a.k.a. jet skis). In both Georgia and South
Carolina you must wear a US Coast Guard approved life jacket when riding a PWC. You may not exceed 5 mph (idle speed) whenever: 1) you are within 200’
(100’ in GA) of a shoreline; 2) or within 50’ in SC (or 100’ in Georgia) of a person in the water, a dock or a moored or anchored vessel; and 3) you may not jump
the wake of a boat within 200’ in SC (100’ in GA) of the boat creating the wake. In both Georgia and SC you must be over 16 years of age to drive a PWC
without being accompanied by an adult unless: 1) If you are under 16 years of age and have successfully completed a Department of Natural Resources boating
course; or 2) you have a sober adult (over 18 and sober) on the PWC with you. You may operate PWCs only between sunrise and sunset. The PWC must be a
self-circling or must have a lanyard-type engine cutoff switch. In SC you may pull a skier if you have a wide-angle mirror or if you have an observer on board,
riding backwards to watch the skier. BE SURE TO CARRY A COPY (not the original) OF YOUR PHOTO ID WHEN DRIVING A BOAT OR PWC.
In addition to the SC PWC rules above, in 1998 GEORGIA added the following: 1) Children between the ages of 12 and 15 may drive a PWC but only if the
child is in sight of (and within 400 yards of) an adult; or the child is accompanied by a sober adult; or the child has completed a DNR approved PWC course and
has the license (or a good copy) in their possession; 2) you may not pull a skier unless you have a three passenger jet ski and you have an observer riding
backward to watch the skier; 3) you may only qualify for a PWC permit if you are between the ages of 12 and 15. No one under the age of 12 may operate a
PWC; and 4) it is illegal for any boat or PWC to buzz any other boats or PWCs. That means, you must not exceed idle speed whenever you go within 100’ of any
wharf, dock, pier, piling, bridge structure or abutment, person in the water, or shoreline adjacent to a residence, public beach, swimming area, marina, restaurant
or other public use area. And, you may not go within 100’ of another boat unless you are overtaking or meeting the other vessel in compliance with the rules of
the road for boat operation.
KIDS DRIVING BOATS IN SC – In SC, Boat Operators under age 16 must complete a boating course approved by the SC Department of Natural Resources to
operate a PWC or boat with a 15 horsepower motor, or greater, unless accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or older. http://www.dnr.sc.gov/education/boated
KIDS DRIVING BOATS IN GA – In GA, Boat Operators under age 16 must: 1) complete a boating course approved by the GA Department of Natural
Resources; OR 2) be accompanied by a sober adult age 18 or older; OR 3) be under the direct supervision (within 400 yards and in line of sight) of a sober adult
age 18 or older. However, if the child is 12 or 13 years old, he/she may only operate a boat less than 16’ in length if it has a motor 30 hp or less, or a PWC if
he/she meets conditions 1, 2, or 3 above. Children under 12 years of age may operate a boat (but not a PWC) less than 16’ with a motor not larger than 30 hp,
but only if accompanied by a sober adult age 18 or older. Anyone 16 or over may drive any boat or PWC with proper identification.
http://boat-ed.com/ga/handbook/whomayoperatepwc.htm
PWC LICENSURE FOR KIDS AND SAFETY CLASSES - The US Coast Guard Auxiliary may hold a Jet Ski safety clinic in your area. If finished
successfully, a certificate will be issued which will allow the child to obtain a license from the DMV to drive a Jet Ski in public waters without an adult being
on the Jet Ski with him. The fine for driving a Jet Ski without a valid driver’s license or without this special Jet Ski license is significant. You may call 1 (800)
277-4301 or go on line for Boat South Carolina: Official Online Boat Safety Course with Online Boating Tests: http://www.boat-ed.com/sc/index.htm. There
is a free pretest and the course is free. The test costs $29.50 paid after you pass, but before you get your license. You must score 80% or better to pass.
For your protection, please be sure your guests read and understand this page and sign it before
allowing them to drive your jet ski _______________ ________________ _________________
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Boating News
SHIP’S STORE COURTESY DOCK – We have a courtesy dock in the cove opposite Plum Beach and the Pavilion where
you may dock your boat while shopping in the Ship’s Store, which is in Cabin 20 on Sunset Point, near the courtesy dock.
BE "WATER LEGAL" - Make sure your boat has all the required safety equipment. The U.S. Coast Guard Requirements
for Motorboats 16'-26' include: 1) a properly sized life jacket for each person on board in addition to one throwable floatation
device; 2) a bell, horn or whistle (audible at 1/2 mile); 3) at least one Coast Guard approved B-1 fire extinguisher; 4) your
boat registration; and 5) a photo ID such as your driver’s license. (See www.dnr.state.sc.us/law, http://www.gadnr.org/
http://georgiawildlife.dnr.state.ga.us/ or their handbooks for additional requirements.) The DNR also recommends that you
have on board paddles or oars, anchor and anchor line, tool kit, spare parts, a flashlight and a chart (lake map). We carry all
of these items in the Ship’s Store. For Life Jacket Information see: http://www.boat-ed.com/sc/handbook/pfds.htm .
NO OPEN CONTAINER LAW – There is no “open container” law in Georgia or South Carolina. However, it is against the
law to drive a boat drunk or under the influence of illegal drugs in either state. If you flunk the sobriety test and you have a
child under age 14 in the boat, you will also be charged with “endangering a child.” GA: If you are 21 or over and test at .08
grams or higher (or if you are under 21 and test at .02 grams or higher) within three hours of being detained, you may loose
your boating privileges for one year (Georgia code 52-7-12). GA laws are changing to add a penalty to persons caught
driving a boat after their privileges have been suspended – to make them similar to a DUI on the road. The first offense can
add six months to the suspension period and take $500 from your wallet. The second offense is much worse. (See Senate
Bill 48.) Even though there is no open container law in Georgia or South Carolina, please bare in mind that the correlation
between alcohol consumption and boating accidents and drownings is staggering. Use a designated driver when boating.
PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE (PFD) LAWS - You must have a properly fitting wearable device in good condition (no
tears) for each person plus a throwable device if the craft is over 16' long. GA - is putting forth a new law that will exempt
canoes and kayaks (as well as any boat under 16' long) from the requirement for a throwable device. SC – Inflatable
PFDs have been approved for adults if worn at all times. If you have a child visiting who does not have a life jacket please
stop by the Ship’s Store. BOAT/US has provided us with some loaner life jackets for kids that you may borrow. FREE!
A WORD FOR BOATERS FROM THE FIRE MARSHALL – Gas containers or propane are not to be stored on docks or in
dock boxes. Refueling of boats and PWC’S at the boat docks is prohibited. No cooking (grills) on docks. The dock
fingers must be kept clear at all times. Gangways must be unobstructed so that firefighters won’t trip on ropes, hoses,
chairs, grills, etc. in case of smoke clouding their vision.
REPORT BOATING ACCIDENTS TO DNR – You must report accidents involving loss of life or consciousness or injury
causing medical disability or property damage greater than $500. Call SCDNR (800) 922-5241.
http://www.boatus.org/onlinecourse/statelaws/SCarolina.html#accidents
THURMOND LAKE DESIGNATED “DISCHARGE FREE ZONE” – Effective June 1, 2000 Lake Thurmond became a “no
discharge” lake. PBYC has two pump-out stations. GA requires that you create and maintain for at least one year, a log
detailing the name, date and location of the pump-out facility you use. A Marine Toilet Certificate must be obtained from the
DNR. It is a large, orange, diamond-shaped decal, which must be affixed to the hull adjacent to the registration number.
There is a one-time fee of $5.00. There is no renewal requirement. SC does not require the Marine Toilet Certificate at this
time, but discharging is a misdemeanor. (see SC Code Section 48-1-85). You may also pump out at SLV and Tradewinds.
BOAT TITLING & REGISTRATION – Be sure to register or title your boat &/or motor within 30 days of purchase. Most
human-powered boats do not have to be titled. All engines 5 hp or more must be titled. The Seller must produce a title at
the time of the sale. The registration is valid for three years. Be sure to report any change of address within 15 days. Paula
can notarize your transaction. You may call SC DNR Boat Titling & Registration at (803) 734-3857, or visit their website at:
http://www.dnr.sc.gov/boating/registration.html . Office hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30 – 5.
WANT TO CATCH THE BIG ONES? Some of the fishing guides on Thurmond Lake for striper and hybrid fishing are from
Plum Branch and are listed below in alphabetical order. These guides are not employees, vendors, contractors or sub
lessees of PBYC and are not covered by our insurance or licenses.
Captain Tommy Dudley – (706) 833-4807 or www.fishlakethurmond.com US Coast Guard Licensed Guide
Buddy Edge – (803) 637-3226 or email:anglersedge1986@yahoo.com US Coast Guard Licensed Guide-2 to 40.
Jay Leatherman-(864) 443-FISH www.stripersunlimited.net US Coast Guard Licensed Guide.
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Camper’s Corner
WELCOME TO OUR NEW CAMPERS – Please come out and meet your neighbors.
DOCKS FOR CAMPERS and NTRs – They are not free, but almost…A dollar a day if you pay a year in advance.
Otherwise the slips are $60 per month if paid in advance or $3 per day if you pay as you go. Campsite boat slips must be
paid for before you park your boat. A slip that appears vacant may have been paid for by someone else who will be coming
in by water and will not be happy to find you in his or her slip. Improperly moored boats will be impounded at the owner’s
expense. These slips will also be available at the same rates to NTR’s who do not have a boat dock of their own.
P.S. – NOTE TO ALL CAMPERS
We accept reservations for the current calendar year.
The electrical service for campsites (and docks in the harbor) is metered and billed separately.
Covered moorage for your boat can be arranged (month-to-month basis optional so long as slips are available).
You must hold your black water and your gray water and dispose of it properly!
We have a free Dump Station for Guests and Members and we offer a portable pump-out service once a week
during the summer (other times available and year-round by request) for $7.50 for two tanks per visit - $10 for three
tanks. Please go to the store to pay and write a work order. We do not do camper pump-outs during the weekend.
The Corps’ restriction of not occupying a campsite more than 30 out of any 60 consecutive nights applies to
all campsites at PBYC except those participating in the Long Term Camping Trial.
A WORD FOR NTRs AND CAMPERS FROM THE FIRE MARSHALL –
Do not store gas near your home.
Be sure all combustibles are stored away from any source of flame or heat.
Be sure to have all propane tanks inspected regularly.
Remove all pine straw from your roof and from around your home as it is quick to catch on fire and spread. Please
place your pine straw in bags for removal by PBYC or call the store to reserve the white dump truck.)
Check your smoke detectors monthly. Replace your batteries twice a year. It is suggested that you change
batteries when daylight savings time changes.
Have at least one Carbon Monoxide detector and at least two smoke detectors and two fire extinguishers in your
home – one in your bedroom and one near the kitchen. You can order a Carbon Monoxide/Smoke Detector that
plugs into an electric outlet and/or a five-pound, ABC fire extinguisher through the Ship’s Store.
Be sure you know how to use your fire extinguisher and be sure you have an escape plan - and a back up plan!
BOAT RAMP – You can launch large cruisers and houseboats at the PBYC ramp, even when the lake level is down to 319’.
If you are a frequent visitor to the lake, you may want to take advantage of our Seasonal Boat Ramp Pass. For only $45
per year you can have unlimited access to our boat ramp for one vehicle for a boat under 30’ long. Otherwise, our ramp fee
is $4.00 for one in and one out. If you are not a member of PBYC and you wish to use our ramp for a boat over 30’, the fee
is $5 per linear foot. Boats over 30’ should reserve launch dates in advance by scheduling your use with Paula.
GAS – THE BEST DEAL ON THE LAKE! We have the best-designed Gas Dock on Thurmond Lake for big boats and a
state-of-the-art gas storage and delivery system. We offer two grades of gas, 87 Octane and 93 Octane as well as an
assortment of motor and out drive oils and lubricants. It is our goal to have the lowest gas prices on the lake. When you get
to the gas dock call us from your cell phone (864) 443-3000) or on VHF channel 16 or 68.
PERMITS FOR EVENTS – A permit is required for any boat race, regatta, parade, tournament, etc. Call David Quebedeaux
at the Project Office at (864) 333-1131(or toll free at 1(800) 533-3478) at least one month in advance.
PBYC DOES NOT RENT BOATS!
PLACES TO RENT BOATS ON THURMOND LAKE
Hickory Knob Resort rents canoes and kayaks for $14 per day (also, hourly rates when available)
Little River rents pontoon boats, paddle boats, canoes and kayaks.
Savannah Lakes and Soap Creek Marinas rent pontoon boats. $195/day + tax + gas
Soap Creek plans to add Fishing Boats to its rental fleet sometime this summer. Pontoons $200/day + tax + gas.
Phone Numbers for Boat Rental: Hickory Knob: (864) 391-2450; Little River: (706) 541-1358);
Savannah Lakes: (864) 391-3477; Soap Creek: (706) 359-4100.
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NTR News
WELCOME NEW NTR MEMBERS TO THE PBYC COMMUNITY. If you do not already know, NTR is the acronym the
Corps has given to the permanent mobile homes = Non-Transient Residents. NTR’s can rent Community Docks.
E-911 is here – McCormick County has done the necessary re-addressing so that we can have Enhanced 911. You should
have received your new street address at the address where you receive your property tax bill. If not, please call EMS at
(864) 852-2505. If you do not have a mail box with your new address on it, then you should purchase a sign stand and 3”
reflective numbers with your new address. The numbers should be white. The background can be blue or green. Your
address should be next to your driveway/parking area. You may be able to order these address signs from a community fire
station. You can buy them from White’s Hardware in McCormick.
BUYING OR SELLING an NTR - If you are looking to buy or sell a Non-Transient Residence (NTR), please check with us in
the store. We will post pictures, details and prices if provided by the seller. PBYC does not act as agent for any buyer or
seller, however we will help in any way we can. We also want to be sure you understand all the terms and conditions of
being an NTR. Buyers will want to be sure they are not assuming any debts of the Sellers prior to closing.
STORAGE SHEDS - We now have permission for every NTR to replace an existing shed or to have a storage
shed…however, it must meet the requirements of the Corps, including prior written permission. See Paula for details.
NTR EXTERIOR RENOVATIONS - If you would like to remodel the exterior of your home you must put your plans in
writing and submit them to PBYC (after a review by Paula, we will submit them to the Corps) for approval prior to
beginning construction. To help you understand what the Corps will permit, stop by the office. Building permits required.
TRASH - Your county tax dollars allow you to dispose of your own trash at either of the McCormick County recycling centers
at no charge. They will not allow PBYC to dispose of your trash for you. There is one site south of Plum Branch near the
entrance to Hamilton Branch State Park and one to the north of us on the Business Route into McCormick. The recycling
centers are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily (except Tuesdays and Thursdays) and from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Sundays.
SEPTIC TANKS – At PBYC we have septic tanks and drain fields because County Sewer Service is not yet available. We
would like to encourage you to use your septic systems judiciously. If your septic system fails it is your responsibility to
replace it to DHEC’s specifications. If you need a refresher on the care and handling of your septic tank, please talk to
Paula.
LET US INTRODUCE YOU TO THE THURMOND LAKE SAIL & POWER SQUADRON. - They will teach you boating
safety and the rules of the lake. They also do vessel safety inspections. For information contact: Gene Graziano,
Commander. Phone: (864) 391-8075. www.ThurmondLakesnp.com
SEATOW – New to Lake Thurmond. Call Captain Jon Gridley about a membership: (706) 986-9588. $119 per year. It
works like AAA for your car. Any boat you are riding in is covered if you break down and need a tow back. Tell them PBYC
sent you. You can check them out on the web at: www.seatow.com or send him an email at: jgridley@seatow.com.
HOTEL ROOMS AND CABINS (ON THE LAKE) FOR RENT – Elijah Clark State (GA) Park (706) 359-3458; Hickory
Knob State (SC) Resort Park (864) 391-2450; Little River Marina (GA) (706) 541-1358; Mistletoe State (GA) Park (706)
541-0321; Soap Creek Marina (GA) (706) 359-4100; and Tradewinds Marina (GA) (706) 541-1380.
Elijah Clark (GA) State Park–rents cabins that sleep 8 in 4 double beds for $115-$150/night (+12%tax).7-night min.
Hickory Knob offers motel rooms that sleep 4 for $73.22/night; cabins for $624.89/wk. One-week min. (Mon.–Sun.)
June–August; and a barracks that sleeps 13 for $175.82/night. Weeknights are less. (price includes all taxes)
Little River offers private cabins (renovated in 2001) $85 - $120 per night; (+7% tax). – 2-night minimum.
Mistletoe State Park - rents cabins that sleep 8 adults - $135-$145 (+7% tax) per night. One-week min. in summer.
Soap Creek offers five, furnished, 3 BR; 2-bath doublewide modular homes with docks ($145/night - 2 night min.).
Tradewinds has a 3 BR, 2-bath lakefront modular home: $175/night, 2-night min.; $200 Holidays/night; (+7% tax).
LENDING LIBRARY - We have some puzzles, books, VHR and DVD movies to loan (FREE). We will gratefully accept
your donations to the library – we especially need current DVD movies. Please bring complete puzzles in their original box.
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Look What is Happening Around the Lake this Summer:
JUNE 7 TH – 10 TH - Camp Wild Tree will be held June 7 th – 10 th at Plum Branch Yacht Club. This 4-day 4-H camp will
focus on teaching youth about wildlife, forestry and natural resources. Each morning youth will be involved in hands-on
activities that will enable them to develop a greater appreciation of the natural world around them. Afternoons will be spent
learning how to shoot archery and air rifles. Camp will run from 9am to 3pm each day. The cost of camp is $40 and
includes lunch and all supplies. Camp is open to any youth age 10-15. Space will be limited. For more information or to
register, please call: Jaime Pohlman at (864) 852-2112 Extension 113 or email her at: Jaime@clemson.edu.
JULY 1st FIREWORKS: You are invited to Raysville Marina for a band concert at 7:00-10:00 p.m. and fireworks display
beginning at “dark thirty”. Raysville is the Little River Channel Marker 70, call for details: (706) 595-5582. FREE
July 2nd - BAND NIGHT - There will be a Beach Party at PBYC’s Plum Beach and Pavilion. 8 p.m. to midnight. Mark Roberts
and Breeze will be playing a variety of music including Shag and Beach. http://www.markrobertsandbreeze.com/ We will be
asking each adult to make a donation of $10 to help offset the cost of this event. Please patronize the vendors.
JULY 9th FIREWORKS: Thunder Over Thurmond North – There will be a Fireworks Extravaganza on Saturday July
9th (the Saturday after July 4th) about 9:30 p.m. at Soap Creek Marina. Food and drinks (water, soft drinks and beer) will
be sold starting about 3 p.m. Karaoke will begin around 6 p.m. and professional entertainment will begin around 7:30. The
entry fee will be $5 per person (kids free age10 and under), parking is $5 per car. If you are coming by boat, Soap Creek
has about 50 slips available, first come first serve. Slip fees are $30 per boat and include the entry fee for up to 4
people. Bring a chair! Music will be provided by local musicians at Soap Creek's Music Barn. For more information call:
Soap Creek Marina, (706) 359-4100.
July 9th - BAND NIGHT WITH FIREWORKS - There will be a Beach Party at PBYC’s Plum Beach and Pavilion. 8 p.m. to
midnight. Mike Hill and Shag Attack will be playing a variety of music including Shag and Beach. We will be asking each
adult to make a donation of $10 to help offset the cost of this event. Please patronize the vendors. Please bring whatever
fireworks you would like to see. A group of volunteers has been selected to safely set off everyone’s fireworks during the
intermission.
JULY 12 th - 15 th – 4-H 2 O Water Quality Camp -The McCormick County 4-H, Clemson University Cooperative Extension
Service and PBYC will be hosting its annual 4-H 2 O Camp at the Pavilion at Plum Beach at PBYC from Tuesday, July 12
through Friday, July 15, 2011. To reserve a seat for your child (ages 9-13) please call: Jaime Pohlman at (864) 852-
2112 Extension 113 or email her at: Jaime@clemson.edu. The cost is $40 and your child will receive $400 worth of
education and hands-on fun. The course teaches the importance of protecting water quality through hands on activities
such as water testing, looking for bugs in local streams, hiking and more. It teaches an appreciation of the environment
and an understanding of the ecology affecting life in and around our beautiful lake.
**************McCormick County 4-H and Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service offers its programs to people of all ages, regardless of race,
color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital or family status and is an equal opportunity employer.*************
SEPTEMBER 3rd - FAREWELL TO SUMMER – BAND NIGHT – Mark Roberts and Breeze will be singing and playing Beach
Music at PBYC’s Plum Beach and Pavilion from 8 p.m. to midnight. http://www.markrobertsandbreeze.com/ We will be asking
each adult to make a donation of $10 to help offset the cost of this event. Please patronize the vendors.
SEPTEMBER 16 th -17 th - GOLD RUSH DAYS FESTIVAL in McCormick: See http://www.mccormickgoldrush.com for details.
3 rd Saturday – The Southern Country Band will be playing the third Saturday of every month at the Long Cane Academy
Gym. They will play from 7-10 pm. www.longcaneacademy.org . Fee = $5 for adults, $3 for kids 6-12.
HICKORY KNOB RESORT GOLF COURSE – Open to the public. Tommy Rankin is the Pro at Hickory Knob. Call the pro
shop for T–Times: (866) 369-9331. www.hickoryknobresort.com or www.playhickoryknob.com . Hours: 7:30 am to 7:00 pm.
Thanks to those who help to feed our 4H campers. Subway,
McCormick Drive-Inn, Michelle’s Pizza and Plum Branch Yacht Club.
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Guide to Finding Food by Boat
On Lake Thurmond
Channel Facility Name Type of Service Moorage Instructions
Marker # Phone Number Summer Hours Price Range Dress Code Comments
SR108 Hickory Knob Restaurant Rest. Beer & Wine $2-4.00 Casual Guest Dock at Channel Marker 108
(864) 391-2450 7 days Buffet **
B: 7-10am $ 5.95
L: 11:30-1:30pm $ 9.95 Buffet Fri. only
D: 5:30-9pm $ 9.95 Seafood Buffet $11.95
Sun. Lunch: 11:30-2pm $ 10.95
SR106 Hickory Knob Pro Shop Adult Snacks and $ 1-3.00 None Guest Dock
(866) 369-9331 Beverages * No Short-shorts or White T-shirts
Daily 7:30am-6:30pm
SR90 SLV Marina Convenience Snacks $ 1.00- 5.00 Shoes Side tie at gas dock. Visa, MC, Discover. Beer, Worms,
(864) 391-3477 7 days 9:00a–6:00pm * Ice, Ice Cream, Candy, Sandwiches, Hot Dogs, Sodas & Sundries
Turn at Soap Creek Restaurant Rest., Beer & Wine $ 3.95-19.95 Casual Beach to left of Gas Dock.
SR 80 (706) 359-3125 Thur-Sat 5:30 – 10:30 pm ** (Closed Sundays & Holidays)
Soap Creek Music Bar Events will have music and food and drinks None Park at convenience dock near the gas dock.
(706) 359-4100 TBA – first event April 30 th starting at 3 p.m. Go to building that used to be the boat repair shop .
SR62 Plum Branch Yacht Club Convenience Foods $ .05 - 3.50 None Beach at Dock at Ship’s Store between 92 & 93 Sunset Pt.
(864) 443-3000 Mon-Thurs 9am - 6pm *
Fri-Sat 9am - 8pm Ice, Ice Cream, Candy, Drinks, Beer, Hot Dogs, Pre-made Sandwiches.
Seafood Restaurant Sundays 9am - 5pm Floats, Hats, Sun Glasses, T-shirts, Towels, mini drug store.
Coming Soon Holidays 9am - 5pm Boating & Camping supplies. Nautical Gift Shop.
SR12 Trade Winds Marina Vending - Sodas $1 - 2.50 None Tie up at Gas Dock.
(706) 541-1380 24 access ** Ice and Soft Drinks and Water only
LR 17 Ft. Gordon Recreation Convenience Foods $ .10-3.00 None Military ID required. Gas Dock or beach near store. Open June to Aug.
(706) 541-1057 10am-6pm * Ice, Ice Cream, Candy, Sandwiches, Hamburger, Hot Dogs & Beer.
LR 28 The Meeting Place Little Marina Restaurant Closed Casual Guest dock near restaurant.
(706)541-1358 AVAILABLE FOR EVENTS & REUNIONS **
LR 32 Little River Marina Convenience Foods $ .25 - 11.00 No Thongs Gas Dock or any vacant slip
(706) 541-1358 7 days 8am – 8pm ** Ice Cream, Ice, Candy, Sandwiches, Pizza, Peanuts & Hot Dogs
LR 70 Raysville Marina Convenience Foods $ 1.00- 2.50 None Gas dock in front of store.
(706)595-5582 7 days 6am - 9pm * Ice Cream, Ice, Beer, Hot Dogs, Boiled Peanuts.
LR = Little River; SR = Savannah River * Wet Bathing Suits OK ** Must be dry, Shirt, Shorts & Shoes Compiled by PBYC – Revised 5/2010
RESTAURANTS CONVENIENT TO PBYC BY CAR (weekend hours) We have sample menus in the Ship’s Store:
Chinese – 414 S. Main St., McCormick, SC. (864) 465-9800
Fannie Kate’s - 127 S. Main St., McCormick. (864) 852-0210 Mon-Sat. Restaurant: 11:30 am-9:00pm, Pub: 5pm till...
Entertainment in the Pub. Check website for schedule: www.fanniekates.com .
Georgetta’s Good Ole Home Cooking – Go N. on US 221/SC 28. Turn west at the big white propane tank onto Saddle Horn
Dr. Go ½ block torn Dr. (864) 852-2244. Open Sundays for lunch 11-3. Call for other hours and for catering.
Hardee’s – 101 S. Mine St., McCormick, SC (864) 852-3602
Huddle House – 308 S. Mine St., McCormick, SC – next to Food Lion. (864) 852-2601
Little Italy Pizzeria – 116 N. Main Street, McCormick, SC. (864) 465-9300. Open Mon-Th:.11 am-9 pm; Fri-Sat.: 11am-10 pm.
Los Jinetes Mexican Grill (formerly Ruby’s BBQ) – 917 Hwy. 378, McCormick, SC. (864) 852-6292. Fri-Sat.: 11:30am-10 pm.
McCormick Drive-Inn – 17 Virginia St., McCormick, SC. (864) 852-2717. Open Mon-Sat.: 10:00-7p.m., Sun.: 10:30-4 p.m.
Michelle’s New York Style Pizza (delivers to PBYC) – 131 Augusta St., McCormick. (864) 852.9500 Fri-Sat 11am-10 pm.
Subway – 201 S. Mine St., McCormick, SC (864) 852.3224
SPECIAL EVENTS FACILITY: Little River Marina is now making its restaurant facilities and cabins available for rent to groups
for special events. Call Pam Bugg for details at (706) 541-1358. Catering available.
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PBYC Staff
Paula Phillips- Member & Guest Services George Selfridge- Captain & Harbor Master Dave Holmes- Facilities Maintenance
Sharon Mills- Ship’s Store Bea McClain- Captain & Editor Pete Dudley - Facilities Maintenance
Kipp Blanchard- Facilities Maintenance
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The Official Newsletter of
Plum Branch Yacht Club, Inc.
P.O. Box 370
Plum Branch, SC 29845-0370
(864) 443-3000; Fax: 443-3001
Email: pbyc_sc@yahoo.com
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Sources of Gasoline on Lake Thurmond
MARINA PHONE WEEKEND HOURS BRAND OCTANE PRICE / GALLON
- Channel Marker # Summer Spring & Fall * Winter 87 89 93
Plum Branch Yacht Club - SR62
Savannah Lakes Marina - SR90
Soap Creek Marina - turn at SR79
Raysville Marina - LR70
Little River Marina - LR28
Trade Winds Yacht Club*** - SR12
(864)443-3000
(864)391-3477
(706)359-4100
(706)595-5582
(706)541-1358
(706)541-1380
9 a – 8 p ** 10 a – 5 p 10 a – 2 p
9 a – 6 p 10 a - 4 p 12 a – 3 p
9 a – 5 p 9 a – 5 p 9 a – 3 p
6 a -- 9 p 6 a – 7 p 6 a – 6:30p
8 a – 8 p 9 a – 6 p 9 a – 5 p
9 a – 4:45 p 9 a – 4:45 p 9 a –:45pm
Prices subject to change without notice.
No ethanol $3.99 $0. $4.29
No ethanol 0 4.75 0
No ethanol 0 0 4.25
Chevron 4.00 0 0
No ethanol 0 0 4.89
Valvtec 0 0.00 0
* Spring – Mid March to Mid May. Fall – Mid September to Mid December. Effective dates vary slightly according to Weather. Compiled 4/21/2011 by PBYC
** Fridays and Saturdays only. Closes at 6 p.m. Sunday through Thursday. ***Trade Winds’ gas dock closed for repairs until mid May, 2011.
PBYC Hours:
Summer Spring & Fall Winter
SHIP’S STORE & GAS DOCK: Monday through Thursday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sunday* and Holidays: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
OFFICE HOURS: Monday through Thursday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sunday* and Holidays: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
If Monday is a holiday, then Sunday will have the same hours as Saturday.
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