Today is February 29th of a leap year, a rather noteworthy day both at Smith Mountain Lake and all over the world I think. As I said in my last mention of leap year, I find it fascinating that nature …
Financing Options For Buying Lake Property
Now is a good time to buy the home you have always dreamed of on Smith Mountain Lake. But that kind of real estate purchase may take a little planning. This article by Kenyon Blunt at Lake Home Tips might have the needed input …
Traditions and Leap Year Part 1
This year of our Lord 2008, is a leap year. Now some of the good people of Smith Mountain Lake may be wondering, as I did recently, what leap year is exactly. Most of us know it involves an extra …
Need a Golf Cart?
Around Smith Mountain Lake, a golf cart is one of the most handy little vehicles you could have. Sure it’s great for golfers and since the weather is starting to show signs of spring, I’m certain many golf enthusiasts are …
Just One Meal Makes A Difference
The health-conscious folks at Smith Mountain Lake will not be shocked to learn that there is new research to confirm that damage to your body occurs with just one single unhealthy meal. The rest of us may get an eye-opener. …
The Lake Inn Motel
When visiting Smith Mountain Lake, one of the most central locations you could pick for your stay, is the Westlake Corner vicinity. That is also where you will find the Lake Inn Motel. Established in 1996, during a time when …
Roanoke Civic Center Boat Show
Even though this boat show is in Roanoke rather than at Smith Mountain Lake, those who have attended in the past know it is worth the drive. This year’s Southwest Virginia Boat Dealer’s Association Show is at the Roanoke Convention …
National D-Day Memorial Event
Very near Smith Mountain Lake in the City of Bedford, Va. is the National D-day Memorial Foundation. If you have not made time to go visit it, this might be a good time to do so. In recognition of black …
Protect Your SML Real Estate
So you have invested in your dream home on some beautiful Smith Mountain Lake real estate, and now you are concerned about keeping it secure from intrusion or damage. That would be the normal concern for a property owner and …
Birds of Spring
Bird watching is a much-enjoyed hobby of nature lovers at Smith Mountain Lake and all over the U.S. Very likely we all have a few birds we know on sight, as well as several birds that frequent our backyards and …