Amazingly it is already time for the 7th Annual Smith Mountain Lake Chili Festival, something many of us look forward to all year. This year for some reason it seems like it was just yesterday we enjoyed the 6th Annual Festival. But …
Wine and Moon Beams
Some folks think summer is the best season at Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia, but for me, all the best things take place in the fall. Hickory Hill Vineyard’s Wine and Moon Beams is a perfect example. Every October you can …
2009 Fishers of Men Tournament Trail
On October 16th and 17th at Smith Mountain Lake State Park, over 160 Tournament Teams are scheduled to compete in the Fishers of Men National Tournament. Like myself, you are probably asking what a Fishers of Men Tournament Trail is …
Fishing Contest For Kids
If your kids enjoy going out on Smith Mountain Lake and doing a little fishing, then you won’t want to miss out on this free fishing contest at the Waid Recreation Area in Franklin County. All great fisherfolk got their …
Holiday Baking 3-Part Demonstration
We have entered into the 4th quarter of 2009 at Smith Mountain Lake and the 3 most food-oriented months of the year. Folks start thinking of Halloween candy in October, Thanksgiving in November, and of course Christmas in December. For …
Jefferson’s Assembly – The Best in Politics
While many of us do not enjoy politics, we can also recognize the need for involvement at times regardless. This Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia event is perhaps one such event. The 13th Annual ‘Jefferson’s Assembly’ will be held on Thursday. October …
Annual Antique and Classic Boat Show
Boat lovers are everywhere at Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia and they will all be excited about the Annual Antique and Classic Boat Show at Mariners Landing in September. There will be classics and antiques in and out of the water, …
Reverse Disease with C.H.I.P
A close friend of ours who lives near Smith Mountain Lake went for a doctor’s appointment earlier this year and found out the worst. His cholesterol and blood sugar levels were so high that the doctors wanted to admit him …
Give For Good Causes
There are a million and one ways to spend money at Smith Mountain Lake and most of us toss away dollars frivolously every day. Why not consider putting some of your money to better use? If someone you love has …
Virginia Western Culinary Classes
Virginia Western is a bit of a drive from Smith Mountain Lake, but not too much to make it a worthwhile one with the right incentive. Cooking does not interest every one of course, but those who are caught in …