Take Pride in SML 2023 – Volunteers clean up trash at Smith Mountain Lake
MONETA, Va. (WDBJ) - Volunteers gathered Saturday at Crazy Horse Marina at Smith Mountain Lake for a cleanup day. The group Take Pride in Smith Mountain Lake is leading a month-long cleanup initiative. Saturday, May 6 was the first day of the project....
Take Pride in SML 2023 – Registration & Supplies
The Oversight Committee of Take Pride in Smith Mountain Lake 2023 appreciates your contribution to the beauty, health and safety of Smith Mountain Lake, and we look forward to celebrating with you on May 24th at Mango’s. Your supplies will be available at the Smith...
Tri-County Lakes Administrative Commission’s Wake Education Task Force
With its efforts to create the first no-wake zone at Smith Mountain Lake blocked by state authorities, a local commission now focuses on educating boaters to operate their watercraft with safety in mind.
TLAC goes against precedent to approve no-wake zone
MONETA — After several months of debate, the Tri-County Lakes Administrative Commission voted to grant a no-wake zone in an area of the lake near Eagle’s Roost campground.
Take Pride in Smith Mountain Lake announces 2023 cleanup dates
Take Pride in Smith Mountain Lake announces 2023 cleanup dates
Take Pride in Smith Mountain Lake, SML’s annual cleanup initiative, will return to a hybrid model in 2023 with structured events planned on May 6, May 13 and May 20 at various marinas around the lake.
In addition, neighborhood groups, businesses, families, civic organizations and others may participate in any of the organized events or plan their own Take Pride cleanup for any date in May.
We’re also bringing back the volunteer appreciation gathering! Check back here soon for more details, including dumpster locations. Online registration will be posted too.
TLAC’s navigation committee declines changes to no-wake zone criteria
With its efforts to create the first no-wake zone at Smith Mountain Lake blocked by state authorities, a local commission now focuses on educating boaters to operate their watercraft with safety in mind.
New task force works to address wake concerns Dec 28, 2022
Jason Dunovant The impact of wakes from watersports such as wakesurfing continues to be a heated topic at Smith Mountain Lake even as temperatures have cooled on the water this winter. It is an issue that is getting a another look by some dedicated members of the...
CHANNEL MARKERS AND BUOYS Lookouts help to keep the lights on Oct 11, 2022 Updated Nov 17, 2022
Jason Dunovant, SmithMountainLake.com There are more than 200 channel markers and buoys currently on Smith Mountain Lake. The markers serve an invaluable function of directing boaters where they need to go as well as warning them of danger. A light out on a channel...