Events
Bring the family! July heralds biggest lake events of summer

How many times have you been regaled by someone’s fond memories of childhood on the lake? Lake Martin is still the place to create those indelible, summer family memories. The month of July at Russell Lands On Lake Martin is jam packed with things to do – from Fourth of July events to the Poker Run and another great AquaPalooza at Kowaliga. So bring your family and friends (and your boat) to the lake and have the time of your life.

July 3, 17, 24, 31
Try Yoga on the Green at Russell Crossroads
7:00 am classes
Anusara-influenced yoga: Classes are uplifting and focus on using precise alignment to access more freedom in your body, mind, and heart. They are fun, therapeutic, challenging, nurturing, and serve to guide your practice into a creative expression of YOU! Perfect for beginners or seasoned practitioners.  Just bring your mat and water and meet Whitney Clanton at the Town Green.  Free classes July 3, 17, 24, 31.

July 4
Fourth of July Boat Parade
On Sunday, July 4, Russell Marine will host the 20th Annual Fourth of July Boat Parade beginning at 10:00 am at Kowaliga Marina on Lake Martin.

Boats of all sizes, shapes and decoration will "parade" from Kowaliga Marina to Children's Harbor circling just past the lighthouse, and then will make the return trip to the Kowaliga Marina. Onlookers line the shoreline and the parade route to marvel and applaud the colorfully decorated patriotic boats and contestants.  Registered boats will be vying for top honors for the Largest Flag, Tallest Flag, Most Patriotic, and Most Creative.  The first place winner in each category will receive a $150 Gift Certificate to Russell Marine and second place will receive a $75 Gift Certificate.

Everyone wants to be a part of the Russell Marine Fourth of July Boat Parade. Beat the crowd by registering today, or at least by July 3, at any Russell Marine marina: Kowaliga, The Ridge, Real Island and River North. Registration is free and you can get your form by calling 866-355-8050.

Fourth of July Blast - Concert & Fireworks
Then on Sunday evening join us on the soft grass at THE AMP (Lake Martin Amphitheater) as the sky over Lake Martin will be painted a thousand colors. Red, white and blue then gold and even magenta are on this year’s Fourth of July color palette. For ten years,  Russell Lands, Inc. has hosted the fireworks over Lake Martin and this year is no different. The gates to The Amp will open at 4:30 and a concert featuring Rock Solid, Nationwide Coverage, and Homeland will begin at 6:00. Tickets are $15.00 and are available at Ticketmaster, the Adventure Center at Russell Crossroads and will be at the gate on July 4th.

Grab your favorite lawn chair and find your spot early, as you don’t want to miss Rock Solid. This band is made up of high school kids who audition for a spot and tour the week of the 4th. Featuring a full horn section, expect music from Chicago, Gloria Estefan, The Beach Boys, and more. Rock Solid will take the stage at 6 pm.

As the sun slowly sets washing the sky a brilliant orange, Nationwide Coverage will take the stage. Nationwide Coverage is a dance-driven cover band with strong roots in 80's Rock and Motown. With female and male lead singers, the sky is the limit as to songs and styles they can play. Grab your dancing shoes and meet Nationwide Coverage in front of the stage and dance, dance, dance.

As darkness brings anticipation of fireworks yet to come, Homeland will make the hairs on your neck stand up while they make us proud to be Americans as they highlight our favorite patriotic songs concluding with our National Anthem and then the southeast’s largest fireworks show.

Don’t let the Fourth of July find you sitting at home this year. Find yourself on or near the blue waters of Lake Martin with your family and friends! Check out THE AMP's new website for more events!

July 5-8
Summer Camp at The Stables
Ages 6-12 ~ Cost: $120
Bring your little buckeroos down to The Stables at Russell Crossroads for a few days of fun with the Trail Boss. Here’s what your little ranch hands can expect:

Daily Schedule

There are only a few more slots left, so hurry and call The Stables at 256.794.1333 to register!

July 17
Lions Lake Martin Charity Poker Run
What do you do when you want to have fun on Lake Martin and do a good deed at the same time?  The answer is easy.  Register today for the Lions Lake Martin Charity Poker Run. 

The 7th annual benefit poker run is set for Saturday, July 17th with participants starting at The Ridge Marina and ending at Sinclair’s on the Lake. All boaters are invited to participate and join us for light hors d’ oeuvres, refreshments, a little music and awards on the deck at Sinclair’s afterward.

The Poker Run is all about boating, great times, explosive fun and togetherness with family and friends while raising money for charity.

The cost to enter the benefit run is $125.00 which includes an official T-shirt and other prizes. 

Last year over $10,000 was given to Lake Martin charities.

There are a limited number of spots available so please register early.  The Poker Run is presented by Russell Marine, Sinclair’s, Blue Creek Marina and the Alexander City Lions Club.  Registration forms can be returned to any Russell Marine location or mailed to:

Russell Lands
attn:  Terri Blackmon,
2544 Willow Point Road
Alexander City, AL  35010

For more information, call 256.212.1479, or visit the Poker Run page on RussellMarine.net to download the registration form and info packet.

July 24
AquaPalooza!
It’s summer on Lake Martin!  It’s time once again for AquaPalooza and the best on-water setting for a summer concert!

Saturday, July 24th, Lake Martin comes alive with AquaPalooza 2010. Russell Marine will once again play host to a Sea Ray AquaPalooza event on the beautiful shores of Lake Martin.  This year’s event will kick off at 12:30pm at Sinclair’s at Kowaliga Bay featuring John Anderson with Brantley Gilbert and Trotline.  Read the full article and visit the FAQ page on www.russellmarine.net.

To see all events, view the Russell Lands On Lake Martin interactive events calendar >