For the past 11 years, members of the Lake Murray Power Squadron have come together as a team to host the children living at Thornwell Home for Children for a fun day on Lake Murray. Thornwell is a home for abused, abandoned and neglected children in Clinton.

This year's Fun Day on the Lake was held 24 July 2021. As COVID-19 continued to impact life, the event was half the usual size with 34 Thornwell residents arriving at Flotilla Island. Although there were fewer children, we  still had 28 members bring out six boats and water toys to help entertain them. With so many volunteers, the children were soon fitted with life jackets and had plenty of assistance in kayaking, swimming, boating, and tubing as lifeguards looked on, ready to assist if needed.

While many volunteers spent the day outside with the children, there were a few members inside preparing and setting up for lunch consisting of grilled hamburgers, hot dogs, all the fixings, chips, lemonade and tons of cookies. The children took time out to eat, but as soon as the last bite of food was swallowed, they were right back outside to enjoy the water.

Be sure to contact LMPS member Wayne Cromley to volunteer to help with this event next year! It is a truly rewarding endeavor.