Most of the folks around Smith Mountain Lake probably know that the dam generates much of the electricity used in their vicinity. But what most of us don’t know is exactly how that is done. It is a rather interesting …
Fisherman’s Guide Part 2
I am not sure there is a season when the die-hard fishermen aren’t out there trying to catch something, but for those who are just getting the spring fever from going out on the water, here are some more places …
Angler Excitement at the Lake
Thanks to Denise Membreno of The Roanoke Times Online for the following article of interest to all the fisherfolk at Smith Mountain Lake and surrounding areas: R&R will be the last thing on the minds of the anglers fishing Smith …
4-H Educational Center at Smith Mountain Lake
Where can you find weekend programs and activities for children, teenagers, and adults alike? Check out the Smith Mountain Lake 4-H Educational Conference Center. They hire and train only top-notch staff for their summer 4-H camps and all other programs, …
Smith Mountain Lake State Park
Even though Smith Mountain Lake State Park is situated on one of Virginia’s larger bodies of water, there is much to do there (and nearby) for those who are not water enthusiasts as well. In addition to a full range …
Fisherman’s Guide Part 1
As with any population in a lake area, such as Smith Mountain Lake, you will find many fisherfolk among them. If you are new to Smith Mountain Lake, or if you would just like to try a different approach to …
Breakfast on the Lake
Everyone’s daily food menu grows stale from time to time and they need some creative ideas for tasty new meals. If you are feeling adventurous or need a bit of variety added to your regular diet, try some of these …
The Right Location on the Lake For Your Home Part 2
Here is the continuation of the checklist for how to pick the right location when buying a new home at Smith Mountain Lake, courtesy of Kenyon Blunt, a lake home specialist. After you’ve gone through this inward questioning, it’s time …
Equinology: All Things To Do With Horses
Not many things are more beautiful than the sight of horses running through a meadow or frolicking in a field. For those who would like to do more than just enjoy the sight of them, some classes can be taken …
The Right Location on the Lake for Your Home Part 1
Once again author Kenyon Blunt gives us some invaluable input on Smith Mountain Lake living. We often don’t think about some of the details that may affect our lives drastically once we have the lake home we have been looking …