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</div></div></header></div></body></html>";s:4:"text";s:37735:"SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days event is back this weekend, and is serving up pancakes. A one day rental consists of approximately a 12 hour period. Dooley adds. If you need help with the Public File, call 540-512-1558. Pirat  All rights reserved. Contact: For more information and to buy tickets in advance, visitsmithmountainlake.com/sml-pirate-days. Nagel, &quot;The Commodore&quot; of Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days, following this year&#x27;s series of events.  These will be available at Capt. After a subdued 2020 because of the pandemic, Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days is set to return this weekend. He encouraged the use of water guns that will allow people the same opportunities to have fun while keeping the lake clean and not breaking the law. Its been amazing. 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They know its just not one area. In that time, Butterfield said they can still do harm to the environment. . With many lake residents and vacationers eager to get out after a challenging 2020, Nagel said he expects this years SML Pirate Days to be a record year for attendance. Water balloons will no longer be allowed for Pirate Days following a new law passed in Virginia last year.  Last year at Jakes Place the only way I can describe the balloon fight is epic. There was a problem saving your notification. Here she is holding up a trophy largemouth bass she caught from Smith Mountain Lake on a jerkbait. Jason Dunovant Photo Boats packed into Crazy Horse Marina to participate in pirate battles on Saturday. Avast ye, landlubbers! holly June 30, 2013 Entertainment: Attractions, Lake Living, Local Events Leave a Comment The 9th annual &quot;Horse and Hound&quot; Wine Festival will be held on July 13, 2013 from 11 am. Face painting, balloon animals and a treasure chest filled with goodies for the kids. If youve been before, you know what kind of fun we have and its going to be bigger and better this year.. Pirate Days starts TODAY! Access to power is an additional $20.00 per day.  See the full Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days schedule below: Friday, July 15 The Pirate&#x27;s Ball at Mango&#x27;s at 7 p.m. We have some options available which are educate, let people know that there has been a change to the code section and hopefully that will change the code section. Battles between pirate ships are one of the events planned for Pirate Days this weekend. Zitel LLC. LOCATION: Mexico Viejo at Bridgewater Plaza. 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Moneta, Va - The third weekend in July is officially Smith Mountain Lake&#x27;s Pirate Days. The Star City Scallywags will also be around Sunday afternoon at Drifters causing all sorts of mischief. He said those first few years almost all events were organized by him, now it has taken a life of its own with several pirate-themed events being held each year without his knowledge. The official 2022 shirt design. You have permission to edit this article.  Events are planned at multiple lake locations along with roaming bands of pirates looking to participate in high jinks. With the new law in place, even current biodegradable water balloons on the market would not meet those strict standards. Were trying to get more creative with it especially without water balloons, but well find some way to have fun.. 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NORTH SHORE, Va. - On Saturday afternoon, hundreds of people took cover in a water battle on Smith Mountain Lake in celebration of Pirate Days.  Activities for kids will include face painting, balloon animals, interactions with pirates and the opportunity to pick from a treasure chest. Nagel used to travel by boat from event to event, but admitted he now goes by car.  Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. The bank produced net income amounting to $2,191,000 or $1.13 per basic share in the fourth quarter. Nagels parents live at the lake and Nagel said he feels like a part of the community. Nagel of Captain Party, is the conspirator sponsor this year and kind of the organizer of Pirate Days as far as the battles go, Stamus said. Categories. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. With the Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days event coming on July 16, the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources is reminding Virginia citizens of the new regulation that went into effect. Enjoy pancakes, sausage, orange juice and coffee. We being Bay Roc Marina. Hear ye, hear ye! The event will feature live music and a visit from pirates from the Loose Cannon Company and the Star City Scallywags. Come in costume for photos and live interactions with the Pirates of SML. Contact our friendly knowledgeable staff at 540-297-3555 and let us help you plan your perfect vacation to the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and Smith Mountain Lake. Jul 15: Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days, Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia / Crazy Horse Marina / 400 Crazy Horse Dr, Moneta, VA 24121. X truly marks the spot at Smith Mountain Lake. CASEY: Some head-turning words by Rep. 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I think it makes it more popular because of the costumes and we have live music every weekend and thats when we have more people coming in, said Oliva. SMLA President Bill Butterfield said he is a fan of the annual pirate festivities, but has questioned the environmental impact of the water balloons. A few of our annual favorites include the Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days, an all-out pirate-themed weekend that includes boats battling each other with water cannon fights, Smith Mountain Lake . The water is pure and typically warm enough for swimming from May through September. He said he is seeing it grow and is doing his part to make sure when visitors come to see a battle, they see an event. Zitel LLC.  Hickory Hill Vineyards 31 Wineries &amp; Vineyards The chambers Executive Director Vicki Gardner and several others held pirate parties for their grandchildren, Stamus said, and they thought it would make a great event for the lake.  Businesses and. When we do make land fall, we have epic water balloon and super-soaker fights, not only with the kids but [also] with the young at heart adults, Nagel said. And a Waffles and Wenches brunch on Sunday. SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Pirate Days has become a tradition at Smith Mountain Lake, with buccaneers of all ages taking part in a number of family-friendly activities, including water battles between boats. If you plan to arrive by private airplane, there&#x27;s a general aviation airport, Smith Mountain Lake Airport (airport identifier: W91 ), with a 3,100-foot paved runway. 2022 SML Chili Festival DATE: Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022 TIME: Gates open at 11 a.m. with tastings from noon to 2 p.m. o. Crear cuenta nueva. Moneta, Va  The third weekend in July is officially Smith Mountain Lakes Pirate Days. That is the direction I believe we are headed, Nagel said. SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE, Va. (WFXR)  Ahoy matey! We hereby declare the third weekend o&#x27; Jul-aye to be Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Weekend. Subscribe to our Daily Headlines newsletter.   In addition to plenty of vacation homes, there are two large supermarkets and numerous banks, restaurants, marinas, physicians, dentists, and other essentials . Published: Jul. Sgt. Smith Mountain Lake 331 State Parks  Bodies of Water By 37julianner We (2 families) shared a beautiful lake house. 3. Weve noticed in the past two years that people are coming in for it, Stamus said. Smith Mountain Lake&#x27;s poplar Pirate Days is set to return this weekend. Restaurants at waterfront and nearby offer everything from pizza and sandwiches to prime rib buffets and gourmet cuisine.   JASON DUNOVANT | Laker Weekly The Virginia Dare held a cruise that took passengers through the middle of the mayhem on Saturday This amount compares to net income of $1,501,000 or $0.77 per share, for the same period last year. Businesses all over the lake are taking part in the weekend-long event starting July 15. They say the savvy fashion is what draws the customers in. LOCATION: Bridgewater Plaza TICKETS: $7 per person with kids 5 and under admitted free. We are discouraging the use of water balloons, Bechtler said. January 2022 December 2021 July 2021 August 2018 July 2018 June 2018 May 2018 April 2018 March 2018. Rental of any space at Crazy Horse Marina does not entitle lesees to overnight camping. Hurt &amp; Proffitt, Inc. The playful pillaging takes place July 15-17 at Smith Mountain Lake. 195 talking about this. 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Nagel is expecting large crowds this weekend. The Smith Mountain Eagle caught up with P.J. And if you want a special treat visit the nearby Smith Mountain Lake Farm.  626 (Smith Mountain Lake Parkway). 12, 2022 at 7:10 PM EDT 7@four. Copyright 2022 WDBJ. So its all different areas.. 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Party Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce Crazy Horse Marina and Drifter&#x27;s within the week. I enjoy it and I love to see the faces of the little kids that come out to enjoy it. Water balloons are no longer allowed according to a new law passed in Virginia last year. For advance ticket sales, click on link below. Each year, Smith Mountain Lake holds a weekend of Pirate-themed events, including a ball, live music, and a costume contest. The Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce is offering a coloring contest promoting its Pancakes with Pirates event and will post all the coloring submissions on the back windows of the chamber office, overlooking the lake. Tickets sold only at the gate with cash and credit cards accepted. The popped balloons can litter the waterways and shoreline. Lifestyle and Lake Real Estate Group is hosting their Pirate Days Gala, Champagne & Sea Shanties on July 15. We are discouraging the use of water balloons, Bechtler said. If you would like to participate or learn more about Pirate Days call 540-721-1203 or you can email info@smlpirate.com. Face painting, balloon animals and a treasure chest filled with goodies for the kids. For the twelve months-ended Dec. 31, the bank produced net income amounting to $7,805,000 or $4.04 per basic share. When: Pirate battles are scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. with live music starting at 3 p.m. Balloons can also be harmful to boats and PWCs by being sucked up into water intakes. Its going to keep getting better and better every year, said Wade. Weather Alert Day. It has become a huge thing with everybody on the lake, said Wade. Smith Mountain Lake is consistently one of the top producers of bass citations in Virginia and has been hosting an ESPN Bassmaster Elite Series tournament for several years. We just ask that you use other means. For a list of events happening during Pirate Days weekend, visit www.visitsmithmountainlake.com. There will be plenty of food, live music, singing pirates and games for the kids. See A Movie! Pirate-themed festivities return to Smith Mountain Lake this weekend. He said the number of boats participating in the event each year has grown so large is was hard for him to get around.  at Johnson&#x27;s Orchards &amp; Peaks of Otter Winery.  Were expecting double, triple of what we had last year, he said. 17, 2022 at 4:07 PM PDT SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Pirate Days at Smith Mountain Lake is a way to draw people to the lake between the Fourth of July and.  12TH Cornhole Tournament, SML Pavilion, smlpavilion.com.  . The marina is traditionally the site of some of the largest Pirate Days battles each year as boats decorated as pirate ships roam the cove and toss water balloons at other boats.   The second year we decided to have a battle, Chrzanowski recalled. Businesses and restaurants around the lake also offer special deals.  Download a trail guide. Crowds are expected to fill area marinas dressed in pirate garb and ready to do battle, possibly without a. Here is a list of all the pirate activities happening around Smith Mountain Lake this weekend. A committee was formed and the rest, as they say, is history. Come out to Smith Mountain Lake to participate in all the fun. Jakes got a big party over there. Contact Drifters for an exact time. The intakes could be clogged by balloon debris. This can be done in a variety of ways to include educating the individuals regarding the changes to the code or, if warranted, an official warning or summons may be issued.. Last year, the General Assembly passed legislation making it illegal to release certain kinds of balloons into the environment. Bechtler notes there are other ways buccaneers can defend their ships during the family-friendly weekend. Get directions. Nagel and Christopher. They can also become ingested by area wildlife such as fish or birds or even by local pets. Dozens of boats joined the heated battle at the. Thursday Pirate Trivia night Jake&#x27;s Place is holding a pirate trivia night to kick off Pirate Days. Smith Mountain Lakes poplar Pirate Days is set to return this weekend.  Ver ms de Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days en Facebook.  On Saturday afternoon, hundreds of people took cover in a water battle on Smith Mountain Lake in celebration of Pirate Days. Click here to take a moment and familiarize yourself with our Community Guidelines. The Virginia DARE will sail down there and theyve actually sold out a pirate cruise, Nagel said. Every year its gotten bigger, more people coming and more businesses involved.. On the 22nd (Sunday), there will be a best dressed Pirate Contest with prizes such as 2 free lunches or 2 cruise tickets! It was an exciting year for the Pirate Days, as the return to normalcy following the COVID-19 pandemic brought out thousands of people for three days of fun and festivities. All rights reserved. Put on your pirate pants, don your eye patch and set sail for another adventurous Pirate Days weekend at Smith Mountain Lake. You can come by land to any one of the venues and still experience everything thats going on, he said. Smith Mountain Lake&#x27;s popular Pirate Days is set to return this weekend. Chrzanowski and his band of Bay Roc Marina marauders also have been building pirate ships for battle. This will be a great weekend of entertainment that the whole family can enjoy.  Weather Stream. Watch the video to see P.J. Copyright 2022 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved. Every business that can be touched by Pirate Days is involved. You have permission to edit this article. Chris Bechtler, manager of Crazy Horse Marina, is already trying to reach out to participants this year about the new law. It&#x27;s located in Bedford County on the north side of the lake, about 2 miles from SML State Park, at 1090 Cutlass Rd., Moneta. There was a problem saving your notification. Visitors are sure to come away with some pirate booty and good memories.   Hear ye, hear ye! We took an old sailboat and made a pirate ship out of it, and came up here and attacked Jakes Place, and its grown from there.. 540 talking about this. 16th-18th - Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days, a fun-filled weekend for the whole family, Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days continues to grow in popularity each and every year!Pirate-themed events include a Pirate Ball with live music and a costume contest, Pirate Trivia Night, water battles, a Pirate Festival, and much more. The biodegradable balloons also still take months to break down. Come in costume for photos and live interactions with the Pirates of SML. The most important thing. Crazy Horse Marina will be hosting a day full of kids activities on July 16. Kristie enjoys fishing saltwater and freshwater in pursuit of Big Ol&#x27; Fish!  Party Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce Crazy Horse Marina and Drifter&#x27;s within the week. Pirate Days kept the lake busy with buccaneer-themed festivities from Friday, July 15 through Sunday, July 17.   Butterfield asked residents to consider alternative ways to participate in pirate battles this year. Dress up as a pirate and get a free Treasure Map, then join in a treasure hunt among the beautiful alpacas. Its taken us four years to get to that point..   Hear ye, hear ye! Visit visitsmithmountainlake.com for more information. We enjoy it, and hope our customers do, too.. The person would be looking at a $25 fine for every balloon they released, Sgt. A great short spot from WDBJ7 about our &quot;additional holiday&quot; at Smith Mountain Lake! We hereby declare the third weekend o&#x27; Jul-aye to be Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Weekend. Apr 1: Pirate Season Begins (We are still available for hire in the off season) Apr 15: Greenville Piratefest, Greenville, NC. You can get the boat out.  As part of the Star City Scallywags, he goes from marina to marina to put on shows such as sword fights and speak with some of the visitors. Bernard&#x27;s Landing has an-site restaurant, beach, pools, fitness center and more, plus gorgeous views of Smith Mountain. Copyright 2022 WDBJ. A fun-filled weekend for the whole family, Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days continues to grow in popularity each and every year!  Cost: Free to attend. We do have the option if needed to give an official warning or summons.. Water balloons are no longer allowed according to a new law passed in Virginia last year.   There is truly something for everyone at Smith Mountain Lake. We as Pirate Days and Crazy Horse Marina do discourage the use of water balloons. The Virginia code, 29.1-556.1, states It is unlawful for any individual 16 years of age or older or other person to intentionally release, discard, or cause to be released or discarded outdoors any balloon made of a nonbiodegradable or nonphotodegradable material or any material that requires more than five minutes contact with air or water to degrade.. Everyone is involved, said Annette Stamus, marketing and communications manager at the Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce.  Mexico Viejo is hosting its annual Pancakes with Pirates on July 16 from 8 to 10 a.m. You can bring your kids out for a pancake breakfast and dress up in costume for photos with live pirates. Its three days of pirate fun, event organizer, P.J. There will also be pirate specials all weekend long at Drifters and activities at Mariners Landing. 2023 Performance Schedule. Events are planned at multiple lake locations along with roaming bands of pirates looking to participate in high jinks. For more information on events, times and tickets click here. Smith Mountain Lake One of the most popular and unique annual events in Virginia&#x27;s Blue Ridge, Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days is an awesome pirate-themed weekend of fun at the lake! The Smith Mountain Lake Association is also pushing to get the word out on the new law. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. Chzanowski said he feels like a kid when he participates in the battles. . Please subscribe to keep reading. You dont have to come by boat.   https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pancakes-with-pirates-tickets-160851712803 Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce Here she is holding up a trophy largemouth bass she caught from Smith Mountain Lake on a jerkbait . We just ask that you help us protect our natural resources by not using these balloons, because they do leave the debris behind and fish and wildlife can consume that and cause some issues.  Longtime pirate days organizer P.J.  The number and size of the battles has grown every year, Chrzanowski said. Its been hard to see the ground with all the feet walking around it honestly, said Andy Park, Pirate Days participant.  Tickets must be purchased in advance. Nagel said he would like to see it grow like the Gasparilla Pirate Festival in Tampa Bay, Florida. You have permission to edit this article. 69-year-old suffers stroke in his N.C. home; Realtor showing house leaves him there. to 6 pm. The origin of Pirate Days actually goes back farther than that. 6 talking about this.  There will be plenty of food, live music, singing pirates, a petting zoo and games for the kids. Nagels dream is to have SML Pirate Days become as big as other pirate-themed events around the country.  Nagel began overseeing Pirate Days several years ago with the goal to make it as big as possible. A fun-filled weekend for the whole family, Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days continues to grow in popularity each and every year!  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