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BEYOND BOATING

BEYOND BOATING

Photo: James River Media 10 unexpected & fun things to do around  Smith Mountain Lake For many visitors, a typical day at Smith Mountain Lake includes the obvious pastimes of ...
CROWD PLEASERS

CROWD PLEASERS

Photography by James River Media Slow cooking at the lake There is a tendency to equate slow cookers with cold-weather cooking. Many of the recipes out there for crock pots ...
CHOOSING THE RIGHT BOAT

CHOOSING THE RIGHT BOAT

Photo: James River Media What does a day at the lake look like to you? Whether you are planning a first-time watercraft purchase or are a seasoned boater looking to ...
GET HOOKED

GET HOOKED

Photo: James River Media On Snackle Boxes There’s something magical about eating grapes and cheese on a checkered blanket. After all, a picnic is just a casual meal…with a view! ...
WAKE AT THE LAKE

WAKE AT THE LAKE

Photos by James River Media Get On Board for an Exhilarating and Extreme Watersport Waking up at the lake is the picture of serenity. Sipping on a morning brew while ...
LAKE SAFETY 101

LAKE SAFETY 101

Be Prepared and Use These Tips to Ensure a Great Day On the Lake Smith Mountain Lake offers an idyllic backdrop for recreational activities on the water. From boating and ...
THE PERFECT PICNIC

THE PERFECT PICNIC

Pack a Basket Full of Treats and Head Out for the Day Picnic season is almost upon us, and we’re ready for some fun in the sun! What better way ...
GOING NUTS FOR GOOD CAUSES

GOING NUTS FOR GOOD CAUSES

Local Church Shells Out More than $400,000 for Community Charities For more than 20 years, Bethlehem United Methodist Church in Moneta has been selling specialty peanuts to fund local nonprofit ...