
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 ...