Jefferson's Own Poplar Forest

Jefferson’s Own Poplar Forest

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Statesman, architect, author, naturalist . . . all these descriptions fit Thomas Jefferson, one of our nation’s Founding Fathers and a native Virginian.  Though Jefferson made his permanent home in Monticello, his beautiful estate in Charlottesville, he also maintained a …

Virginia Cooperative Extension

Virginia Cooperative Extension

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One of the most charming things about Smith Mountain Lake is the blend of agricultural land and small-town friendliness with the convenience and access of a much bigger city.  Along with this simpler, more rural lifestyle, however, can come a …

Cabins At Smith Mountain Lake

Cabins on the Lake

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A cabin at the lake . . . just the words alone conjure up images of a peaceful weekend relaxing in the water or on the front porch. The good news is that there are several cabins available to rent …

Fishing Ethics

Fishing Ethics

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Do fishing and ethics go together?  C.A. Johansen has made a convincing case that they do in a recent article on StripersOnline.Com titled “Fishing Ethics.  Johansen lists several principles that he practices as an angler, including things like removing all …

Homemade BBQ Sauce

Homemade BBQ Sauce

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Everyone knows Smith Mountain Lake residents love their grills and barbeque pits, and nothing spices up a juicy burger or sizzlin’ steak better than a zesty barbecue sauce – something with that perfect mix of spice, salt, and sweet to …