Boating Magazine: Lake Murray, Columbia SC, a top 10 place to boat and live (homes)

[Charlestondata]

Easy access, affordability, and proximity to Riverbanks Zoo and Colonial Life Arena make Lake Murray a winner in the boating and living category.

"Columbia's southern charm makes it a great setting for relaxing and civility. Nearby Lake Murray provides a place to bust loose."

"The city overflows with options such as concerts, ice shows, Broadway shows, dancing, historic homes, museums, theaters, and a zoo and botanical garden. Columbia’s Riverbanks Zoo and Botanical Garden is consistently ranked among the nation’s top 10."

10 Best Places To Live & Boat | Boating Magazine

[ranger17]

many of the reasons listed in that article are why we chose this area for us as well

[Ceezer]

I don't recall if it's been mentioned here, or not, but Cola was also ranked in the top 10 by a kayaking/canoeing magazine.

[Charlestondata]

...as Half-Moon Outfitters on Devine Street in downtown Columbia (yes, downtown Columbia) renovates a building to expand its space by 30%, mentioning the area's increased interest water sports.

Half-Moon hitches its power to the sun - Business - TheState.com (http://www.thestate.com/2011/05/20/1825845/half-moon-hitches-its-power-to.html - broken link)

[Ceezer]

The store also will include an outdoor patio with pear and fig trees and blueberry bushes for snacking and relaxing.

Nom!