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January / February 2012 Issue

January/February 2012 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Flip through the entire January/February 2012 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
Authentic ambition - Find a twist on traditional Mexican fare at Cancun Mexican Restaurant and Grill
2012 Lodging Guide - Your complete resource for accommodation options at Smith Mountain Lake
Lake Home: The Ponderosa - The Blackwater home of Gil and Anne McGeorge combines southern charm with western flair
Take The Laker With You - See where our readers have taken us on their travels.
Profile: It's official: Stritesky loves lake living - Laker Bruce Stritesky has found success on the gridiorn as an official in the National Football League
Best of SML awards - Reader favorites are revealed for 2012!
2012 SML Wedding Guide - Profiles on three couples who chose SML as their dream wedding destination, plus our annual vendor guide
Lake & Garden: A wealth of books for garden dreaming - Columnist Catriona Tudor Erler's recommendations
Spirits: Knock off the chill - Lake-area establishments offer drinks to warm you from the inside out

November / December 2011 Issue

November/December 2011 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Flip through the entire November/December 2011 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
Right at home - Drink in some farm-fresh goodness at Homestead Creamery
2011 November/December Real Estate section -
Lucky 13 - After years of living off water, John and Mary Boyer finally succumbed to the lure of the lake
Take the Laker July/August 2011 -
Conquering the cold - New Year's Day tradition enters its 19th year for the Smith Mountain Lake Water Ski Club
Out & About at Smith Mountain Lake - View photos from the Antique and Classic Boat Show, Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival and screening of the film "Lake Effects."
Best of Smith Mountain Lake Awards 2012 -
2012 Wedding Guide - If you own an SML-area business that provides products or services in the wedding industry, click to find out more about getting in our FREE Wedding Guide, which will be published in the January/February Laker.
2011 Gift guide -
2011 November/December recipes -
Hooked on the holidays - Mariners Landing residents Jim and Barbara Ottinger are crazy about Christmas
Behind the scenes of "Lake Effects" - Producers share their favorite stories from the making of the film
10 Most memorable Lake & Garden features -
Top 10 Lake & Garden features -

September / October 2011 Issue

September/October 2011 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Flip through the entire September/October 2011 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
September/October 2011 Real estate section -
2011 Home Tour Guide - Photos and descriptions of all eight homes plus directions on how to take the Tour by boat!
Secret revealed - Working as a team, Ron and Cindie Kollman created an outdoor space worthy of the top prize in our 2011 Lovely Laker Landscape Contest
Warm and welcoming - Doug and Polly Fikse accommodate guests galore at their high-tech home in The Water’s Edge
2011 Smith Mountain Lake Wine Festival - Spirits columnist Gordon Kendall writes about the importance of wine festivals to small, local wineries
Family fun at Hot Shots - Young and old can find plenty to enjoy at Hot Shots
Jenna Marie - After his cruiser was damaged by a marina roof collapse in 2010, a strange twist of fate led Ted Jordan to his newest vessel
Legend at the lake - Miss America IX, a record-breaking speed boat from the 1930s, will be featured at the Smith Mountain Lake Antique & Classic Boat Show
10 questions with Bill Stanley - A profile of the longtime lake-area attorney

July / August 2011 Issue

Smith Mountain Lake's restaurant scene -
July/August 2011 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Flip through the entire May/June 2011 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
Maintenance-free lake living guide -
Rustic Replacement -
July/August 2011 Real Estate Section -
2011 Maintenance-free Guide -
Summertime spontaneity - Combine warm weather and good friends and you have the perfect recipe for a classic neighborhood potluck
Puddle Hunter - Boating lifestyle is a dream come true for Kevin and Laura Kelly
Protecting pets - Water safety strategies apply to our four-legged friends, too
At home on the trails - One runner's experiences at Smith Mountain Lake State Park
Treasuring our trees - Discover the many varieties native to the SML area
10 most memorable Profiles -

May / June 2011 Issue

May/June 2011 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Flip through the entire May/June 2011 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
Out & About - Shop, dine, play
Premiere properties at Smith Mountain Lake - Real estate listing
May/June 2011 Real estate section -
Their place in the sun -
National D-Day Memorial -
Hooked on fishing - Whether you’re a casual weekend angler or aspire to the professional tour, Smith Mountain Lake’s easy access, variety of fish species and distinctive underwater habitat make it an ideal fishing destination.
David Baldacci - Action and suspense novelist David Baldacci leaves the danger and drama behind when he and he his family retreat to their Smith Mountain Lake home
"Homewrecker Too" -
Fantastic flowers -
10 restaurants to try by boat this summer -
Top 10 Favorites - Take the Laker with you

March / April 2011 Issue

March/April 2011 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Flip through the entire March/April 2011 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
Beyond the Green - Smith Mountain Lake’s newest eatery is anything but par for the course
Hottest Building Trends at Smith Mountain Lake -
Splinters to Splendor -
No More Nibbling - Put a halt to deer damage by planting new hybrid shrubs
March/April 2011 Real estate section - Homes for sale in and around the Smith Mountain Lake region
2011 Smith Mountain Lake Home Guide -
2011 Lovely Laker Landscape Contest Rules - Sponsored by Laker Media
Tip your hat to Kentucky’s big race with a Derby Day party -
10 most memorable lake homes -
10 questions with Ron Willard -

February / March 2011 Issue

January / February 2011 Issue

January/February 2011 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Flip through the entire January/February 2011 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
2011 Lodging guide - Your complete resource for Smith Mountain Lake accommodations
In harmony with nature - Bill and Anneliese Piatt used nature as the canvas for the efficient lakefront home
January/February 2011 Real estate section - Homes for sale in and around the Smith Mountain Lake region
Refreshing resolutions - 10 inspiring ideas to help you broaden your beverage horizons in 2011
Going with the flow - A steep slope was no obstacle for one couple's desire for a lakeside waterfall
Smith Mountain Lake 2011 Wedding Guide - Lake weddings in all four seasons, plus our handy listing of local vendors
That's amore! - Tuscan Tavern Pasta & Grill offers a taste of Italy at Smith Mountain Lake
10 most memorable stories - A look back at some of our favorite stories of the past decade
2011 Best of Smith Mountain Lake Award winners - Reader favorites revealed for 2011
10 questions with Micah Gaudio - The former publisher reminisces about the magazine he started nearly a decade ago

November / December 2010 Issue

November/December 2010 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Look through the entire November/December 2010 issue of Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
Paradise Found - Skip and Ulita Taliaferro searched out a lakefront enclave and worked to make it their own
November/December 2010 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Real estate section
Holiday events around the lake -
Conquerors of the Cold - Add color and interest to your winter garden
Family Traditions -
Warm Welcome - Lake residents have quickly embraced Old Oak Cafe
Oh, you shouldn’t have... - Gift recommendations for the wine lover on your list
Gather Together -
2010 Holiday Gift Guide -

September / October 2010 Issue

September/October 2010 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - View the September/October Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
2010 Home Tour Guide - Take a cruise on Smith Mountain Lake and visit eight impressive lakefront homes
From Weedy to Winner - Moneta couple’s extensive landscape transformation earns them our $1,000 contest prize
Ready to Shine - When the SML Charity Home Tour came calling Don and Jennifer Youngren were more than happy to answer
Real Estate Section - September/October 2010 Smith Mountain Lake Real Estate Section
His Business is Growing - Whether he's maintaining fairways or fruit trees, H.T. Page finds happiness working outdoors
3 Times the Challenge - Competitors gear up for SML’s Big Lick Triathlon
Gridiron Grillin’ - Make your tailgate the talk of the town
Fare with Flair - New Edo Grill and Sushi serves up savory food and a sizzling good time
A Taste of Bedford - Tour the nearby Bedford Wine Trail for notable history, fresh food and local wine that would make Thomas Jefferson proud
The Story Behind the Name - “After Five”
Pristine Primland - Find outdoor adventure, luxury amenities and spectacular scenery in the nearby mountains of Patrick County
Debut Performance - Smith Mountain Lake's antique boat show will be extraordinary this year for owners of a restored 1968 Chris-Craft Grand Prix
Bushels of Fun - Autumn is prime time for apple pickin’

July / August 2010 Issue

July/August 2010 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - View the July/August 2010 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine online
Nighttime Magic - Illuminate your landscape with a variety of lighting techniques
Treasure among the trees - John and Denise Stroebel’s hunt for the perfect retirement spot ended with the model home at LakeWatch Plantation
Real Estate Section - July/August 2010 Smith Mountain Lake Real Estate Section
Maintenance-free lake living - A guide to options at Smith Mountain Lake
High-Tech Fishing - A wave of new products takes angling to a new level
Happily Ever After - Lake author provides refuge to rescued animals
Music in the Park - Takes place fourth Saturday of each month
Clever Boat Names - Around the lake
Homespun Fun - An insider’s guide to the State Fair of West Virginia
Duplicate Dare - Laker Bob Vogel spent last winter creating a scale model of Smith Mountain Lake’s most recognizable vessel
Patriotic Potables - Colorful cocktails reflect the spirit of the Fourth of July
Restaurants to Rediscover - Bridgewater Plaza offers a variety of dining delights
Campfire Cuisine - Gather around and create a memorable summer tradition
Dinner & a Movie - Head out to the Mayberry Drive-In and Diner this summer for a taste of sweet simplicity and nostalgic charm

May / June 2010 Issue

May/June 2010 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - View the May/June 2010 issue here.
2010 SML Marina Guide -
May/June 2010 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Real Estate Section
One Home, Two Generations - Planning and perseverance pay off for the Croom Family
New! Summer Fun Guide -
Craft time! - Enhance a kid's day at SML with fun gardening projects
Crusty Boarders -
Our Miss Virginia - State title is the crowing achievement for SML native Chinah Helmandollar
Celebrate Independence Day SML-style - No-wake initiative improves an already awesome lake tradition
Wake & ski tournament - Organizers team up to bring dual event to the lake in July
Uncorking a new chapter - Owners of The Landing continue to reach for new heights
Brewing up something new - Jerome Parnell will introduce a lake-inspired beer this summer
Mountain grandeur - Visit the historic Greenbrier resort for elegance and adventure
Tradition with a twist - Explore new ways to kick your summertime barbecue up a notch
Chill out - Cool wines for summertime sipping at Smith Mountain Lake
Clever Boat Names -
Sun Safety - Don't let heat-related illness spoil summer fun at the lake

March / April 2010 Issue

March/April 2010 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - Flip through the digital version of the magazine online now.
2010 SML Home Guide - View the 2010 SML Home Guide online.
Laid-Back Living - Renovated home reflects couple’s change of lifestyle
Farmhouse Flair - Couple cooks up a kitchen that feeds a crowd
March/April 2010 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine Real Estate Section -
Man Caves of Smith Mountain Lake - Versatile hangouts a popular trend with lake homeowners
Get Golf-Ready - Local pros offer tips to prepare for the upcoming season
Raise a pint for St. Patrick’s Day - Leave the green food coloring in the pantry.
Club Feature - The Spring Lake Outdoor Club
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle - SML author’s first book focuses on how kids can go green
Smith Mountain Lake Triathlon -
Blue Ridge Brawl Fishing Tournament -
A wee bit o’ fun - Several lake-area restaurants will be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with special Irish meals, drinks and music.
SML Business Expo - Don’t mess with a good thing.
Southern Hospitality - The Blackwater Café serves up more than just tasty fare
In Full Bloom - Lake-area nurseries offer a broad range of services and specialties
Sweet Spot - Visit Washington when the cherry blossoms are in bloom
Nothing but Net - Score big with a March Madness Party

January / February 2010 Issue

Jan/Feb 2010 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine - NEW! Flip through the digital version of the magazine online now.
Colorful and Comfortable - Unlike many vacation retreats or retiree habitats, Jim and Joyce Sciaretta's Smith Mountain Lake house is home to a family.
2010 Laker Lodging Guide - Click here to see the 2010 Laker Lodging Guide.
Hearts at Home - Long-time SML sweethearts find the ideal spot to say “I do”
Embracing a new role - Film producer finds peace and inspiration at Smith Mountain Lake
The Waterfront Women -
Southwest Virginia Boat Show -
Virginia wines delivered to your door! -
Spreading their Wings - It's a family affair at The Bluebird Bakery & Grill
2010 Best of SML Winners -
What's Developing - Food Lion at Moneta Commons
Hello, Honeymoon - Newlyweds find romance and relaxation at SML
Hearty & Healthy - Shake the chill of winter with a fun and affordable soup social
High-Tech Gardening - New products for the garden range from fun to fantastical
Just Chill - Lakers need not travel far to find cool winter activities
Fragments to Fine Art - Dotti Stone uses an ancient art form to create practical beauty
Love is in the air - Get away to Gatlinburg for romance, adventure and scenic beauty

November / December 2009 Issue

November/December 2009 Smith Mountain Laker Magazine -
Get Wired - Lake-area technology specialists offer products to make life easier
Roll Up Your Sleeves - Rick and Pam McKown began construction on their dream home at Smith Mountain Lake in 2003.
Coastal Christmas - Get in the holiday spirit with a trip to Virginia Beach
Detail Oriented - Local artist’s ornaments capture the spirit of Smith Mountain Lake
“It is well with my soul” - After living for years with an addiction to alcohol, Pam Rickard is blazing a new path
Virginia Dare Flotilla for Toys -
Westlake Tree Lighting Ceremony -
What's Developing - LakeWatch Club
New Kid on the Block - Jonathan's features an eclectic menu and cosmopolitan atmosphere
2009 Holiday Gift Guide - Shop local at Smith Mountain Lake this season
Gifts for the Gardener - Fill their stockings with tools, apparel, books and decorations
Drink & Be Merry - Festive elixirs add zing to any holiday gathering
Sugar and Spice - Indulge in a holiday cookie exchange
Franklin County Community Chorus -