President Drew Goodwin called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM with 23 people in attendance at the Roanoke Wildwood Volunteer Fire Department (RWVFD). President Drew welcomed members and guests and led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Membership – Debbie Marlowe reported that we have 148 members. 

Treasurer Debbie Andrews reported our balance of $4,874.42. Recent expenses included $1,000 donation to John 3:16 camp and $1,200 donation to RWVFD for inflatable life jackets.

John 3:16 Camp – Drew, Wyatt and John Dyckman volunteered at camp and shared safety procedures with 110 children. Sammy the Sea Otter, U.S.C.G. Auxiliary mascot, also visited and entertained the kids.

RWVFD Open House – Wyatt and Mike Wright hosted many visitors at our educational safety trailer during RWVFD’s open house. They distributed wristbands and spoke with guests about staying safe in the water and around the lake.

Josh Simpson, Lake Gaston Reservoir Manager, Dominion Energy, introduced new Dominion employee Cliff Johnson, Compliance and Project Coordinator, who will work with Josh on Lake Gaston projects.

Vice President Wyatt reminded everyone that we share the lake with the general public including swimmers, kayakers, power boaters, etc. We must promote courtesy on the water in our communities.

Announcements / Important Dates: 

• The Crossing – August 9th, $30 advance registration, $35 day of event

• Board of Directors Meeting – August 14th, 8:30 AM 

• Membership Meeting – August 27th, RWVFD, 7:00 PM, NC & VA Wildlife Resources

Lin Harbold won $20 in the 50/50 Drawing. Thanks to everyone who participated!

Meeting adjourned at 8:15 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Lin Harbold, Secretary

Presentation:  Boating Safety, Cooper Graham & Colson Graham, Poplar Pointe Marine

Cooper Graham presented boat safety and etiquette as outlined in the Boat Buyer Safety & Operation Guide, and gave handouts to everyone in attendance. I attached a copy of the two-page handout for your reference.

This link has been visited over 14,000 times since 2019.  It seems at the start of summer we hear concerns about Jet skies passing two close to boats at anchor.  It’s all common sense but not everyone gets it.  If you let a house guest use your Jet skii or boat, probably a good idea to copy and post the contents of this link to be read before water craft leave the dock.

https://www.lakegastonwatersafetycouncil.com/safety/rules-for-water-safety.html

Respectfully submitted, President Drew Goodwin welcomed members and guests to the membership dinner meeting held at Kennon House and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Vice President Wyatt Andrews offered grace before attendees enjoyed a buffet dinner.

President Drew called the meeting to order at 6:02 PM with 26 people in attendance.

Debbie Andrews, Treasurer, reported a balance of $8,014.74 in the checking account.

Membership – Debbie Marlowe reported that we have 126 members!

Director Mike Wright asked for volunteers to host the Safety Trailer:

·        May 17th – Poplar Pointe Marine

·        May 18th – Washburn’s Marina

Announcements / Important Dates:

·        Next Membership Meeting – April 30th, Kennon House

·        May 17th to 23rd – National Boat Safety Week

Congratulations to Drew Goodwin who won $25.00 in the 50/50 Drawing, then donated it all back to LGWSC. Thanks, Drew!

Meeting adjourned at 7:39 PM.

Lin Harbold, Secretary