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February
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February
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Metamorphoses Theatre Event

The Davidson College Theatre Department invites the public to a stage presentation of Mary Zimmerman’s interpretation of...more

February
23
February
23

Symphony Orchestra Concert

The Davidson College Symphony Orchestra invites the public to a concert on Thursday evening, February 23. The program will include...more

February
24
February
24

Musical Interludes

The Davidson College Music Department invites the public to a mid-day concert on Friday, February 24. Artist Associate Cynthia Lawing and...more

February
26
February
26

Academy Award Winning Night @ ...

Lake Norman Chrysler Jeep Ram presents an Academy Award Winning Night at Our Town Cinemas Sunday Feb 26th starting at 6:00pm. Walk our...more

February
28
February
28

Artist Series: Spirit of Ugand...

Davidson College invites the public on Tuesday evening, February 28, to an Artist Series presentation by “Spirit of Uganda.” The...more

March
3
March
4

Everest Classic

Gymnasts from across the country will converge on Lake Norman the weekend of March 3-4, 2012 for the inaugural Everest Classic gymnastics ...more

March
10
March
10

Jim Ledbetter Memorial Team Ba...

Foothills Marine & Visit Lake Norman are excited to announce the 26th Annual Jim Ledbetter Memorial Team Bass Tournament will now be...more

March
17
March
17

2012 Hibernian Dinner & Show S...

Celebrate with traditional lively, sing-a-long, get up and dance, Irish music performed live by BACKSTREET. Tap your foot as you watch the...more

April
3
April
3

Ben & Jerry's FREE Cone Day

Ben & Jerry’s, Davidson, Celebrates Free Cone Day on Tuesday, April 3 from 12-8 pm. Davidson, NC(Grassroots Newswire) 2/13/2012 --...more

April
5
April
7

Bass Pro Shop's Bassmaster Sou...

Lake Norman out of Charlotte, N.C., will keep Southern Open anglers going April 5-7. In the 2011 Open on Norman, a 25-year-old unknown from...more

Lake Fun & Activities

 Photo Courtesy of Lake Norman Asian Festival and Dragonboat Race

Lake Norman lake activities can mean a variety of things from water skiing, wake-boarding, rowing, to fishing and sailing, it's a water sports paradise. With so many acres and miles of shoreline, the best way to see the lake is by boat. Several marinas grace the shores of Lake Norman, providing boat launches, boat slips, boat storage, boat rentals, boat repairs, and gas stops for when you need to refuel. With no horsepower or speed limit on Lake Norman, power boats, bass boats, sailboats, and pontoons share the sparkling waters with kayaks, canoes, and even the occasional paddle boat.

The Lake Norman area is rich in things to do on the lake!  Join in on the fun that fits your schedule. Below are links to sailing, boating, fishing, chartered cruises, marina, and more. Some boating activities do require a boating class, scroll to the bottom for more information. For your safety, LIFE JACKETS are required for ALL boats and jet skis.

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Lake Fun & Activities
Chartered Cruises
 Boat & Jet Ski Rentals
 Sailing & Rowing

 Fishing & Fishing Guides

Boat Access/Launch & Marinas

 
Life Vest *IMPORTANT NOTICE*:

New Boating Regulations for Lake Norman, As of May 1, 2010 anyperson under the age of 26 must successfully complete a NASBLA approved boating education course before operating any vessel propelled by a motor of 10HP or greater. You can find out more on the North Carolina Wildlife Resource Commission website for the new regulation: G.S. 75A-16.2.

Boating Classes
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Listings
Coast Guard Auxiliary 17-06 and 17-08
  • Lake Norman
  • Mooresville, NC 28078
  • (704) 663-3333

Established by the Congress in 1939, the 30,000 members of the United States Coast ...more


Lake Norman Sail and Power Squadron
  • 659 Plaza Drive
  • Mooresville, NC 28117
  • (704) 892-0578

We are a non-profit organization whose purpose is to promote high standards of ...more


Latta Plantation Nature Center & Preserve
  • 6211 Sample Road
  • Huntersville, NC 28078
  • (704) 875-1391

The Natural Place to Be. Amenities include a Nature Center full-service Equestrian ...more


North Carolina Community Sailing and Rowing
  • 15901 NC 73 Highway
  • Huntersville, NC 28078
  • (704) 947-7245

North Carolina Community Sailing & Rowing (NCCSR) is an exciting new venture ...more