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Get ready to rock the lake at Floatchella on Saturday

Tyler Ryan gets the details on the inaugural Floatchella on Lake Murray

LAKE MURRAY SC (WOLO) – Live music is returning to Lake Murray with the very first Floatchella Lake Murray Saturday, August 2, 2025.  The event is planned for Fat Frogs Marina on the Lake (The old Frayed Knot), and promises a stack of live musicians, great food, and more.  You can come by boat, or even car to enjoy the…

Boating 101: Dock operation

Tyler Ryan get some boat docking tips from SC DNR

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – “Driving a boat is nothing like driving a car,” is something that every person who has driven one can attest to.  There is a learning curve, for sure, especially when it comes to operating around a dock.  Boat Captain (and Meteorologist) Tyler Ryan get some tips from South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. You can get…

Better Boating: Law Enforcement Safety Stops and Equipment on the Lake

Tyler Ryan learns what the required safety equipment needed for boating

Lake Murray, SC (WOLO) – Tyler Ryan, a USCG master Boat Captain himself, got the skinny from South Carolina Department of Natural Resources about required safety equipment and important tips to become a safer boater.  You can get more info HERE. If you are interested in a Hands-on boat training program, click HERE. Categories: Digital Exclusives and Features Tags: boating…

Go wicked fast where there isn’t much of a speed limit, for our Heroes

Tyler Ryan gets the details about the Dam Boat Run at Lake Murray

LAKE MURRAY, SC (WOLO) – For the second time, some of the sleekest and fastest boats from around the land will all meet on Lake Murray – all to support three great causes. The Second Dam Boat Run is taking place on Lake Murray June 21-23, and according to Organizer Brett Laso, this year’s proceeds will go directly to The…

Tyler’s Travels Water Safety Series: Blue lights on the lake

Captain Tyler Ryan learns about the required safety gear when out on the water

LAKE MURRAY SC (WOLO) – South Carolina waterways are generally patrolled by various law enforcement agencies, and in many cases, several agencies share the duty, including Lake Murray.  With 50,000 acres and over 500 miles of shoreline, Miss Murray, as she is often called, is a pretty large area to be responsible for.  In the case of Lake Murray, you…

Volunteer Opportunity: Help keep Lake Murray beautiful

Tyler Ryan learns about the Lake Murray Cleanup scheduled for September 17

LAKE MURRAY SC (WOLO) – Lake Murray, the 50,000 acre lake that spans over four counties is often considered a “jewel” for the region, not only because of the swimming and boating potential, but that of other recreational activities like fishing and paddle sports, but also the impact the lake has on tourism. It is a regular sight, on any…