Resources for
Kids
There are lots of fun things for you
to do all the year round in and around Smith Mountain Lake. From paddleboats to
boating to swimming-you can enjoy the crystal waters of the lake. Like sports?
If so try a round of mini-golf or even the real thing at Mariners Landing. Like
video games (and who doesn't)? You don't have to spend much of your allowance
as the local arcade's games are only ten cents per game!
Here are just
some of the great places you can visit:
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For Toddlers
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Outings
Grandin
Theatre (Roanoke)
Your favorite movies on the big screen-Mary Poppins,
ET, The Muppets, and more. (Mom and dad will appreciate the free admission
too!)
Mill Mountain
Zoo (Roanoke)
Over 50 different kinds of animals, birds and reptiles.
You can see real Siberian tigers, snow leopards, red pandas and more. Pack a
picnic for lunch.
Virginia Museum of Transportation
Visit an old freight
station and see real locomotives, railcars, cabooses, vintage cars, carriages,
trucks, aviation equipment, a model circus, and more. |
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For Kids
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History
National D-Day Memorial
Located in nearby Bedford, this
monument remembers D-Day, which occurred in Normandy, France during World War
II. You can visit here on a class fieldtrip, or with your family, and find out
more about its importance in history.
Booker T. Washington National
Monument
Located just minutes from the lake, this is the restored
birthplace of the famous African-American statesman.
Smith Mountain
Lake Annual Antique & Classic Boat Show
Do you love boats? At this
show you can talk to classic boat owners and find out more about their boats,
how they were made, see them on the lake, and maybe even go for a ride!
Smith Mountain Lake
Dam
Did you know Smith Mountain Lake was created by a dam? You can
visit the dam and find out more how it was made.
Blue Ridge Institute
and Museum (Ferrum, VA)
Experience how the people of the Blue Ridge
Mountains lived-make your own cornbread and butter, hear some of America's
oldest folktales, or dress up and experience a "day on the farm." |
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Sports and
Recreation
Smith
Mountain Lake State Park
Enjoy hiking, biking, camping and picnicking at
this park on the north shore of the lake. 6- to 10-year-olds can become a
Junior Ranger and learn more about nature, do arts and crafts, and make
friends.
Events at Smith Mountain Lake
There's always something
happening on or around the lake. Check out this calendar and find out when you
can see the Christmas Boat Parade, or join in for the Bass Tournament.
Mariners Landing Golf for Kids (ages 6-18)
Want to be
the next Tiger Woods? Sign up for one or more of the 16 clinics where you can
learn to golf, or learn to golf better, and you can even play in tournaments
especially for kids your age.
Bridgewater
Marina Boat Rentals
Come with mom or dad to rent a boat and take a ride
on the lake, and when you're old enough you can learn to water ski.
Camper's
Paradise Boat Rentals
Go boating, kayaking, or paddle-boating on the
lake!
Adventures on Houseboats
For your next family vacation
tell your parents about the houseboats you can rent on Smith Mountain Lake. You
can explore the shoreline, go swimming and kayaking, and you even get to sleep
overnight on the boat anywhere on the lake you choose.
Parrot Cove Boat
Rentals & Sales
Another opportunity for a houseboat adventure, or
just for more fun on the lake. |
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Entertainment
Fun-N-Games at Bridgewater Plaza
Who can pass up video
games (old and new) for only 10 cents each? And you can play 18 holes of
mini-golf here too. Other games include a coin-operated mini-boat pond, Long
Range Basketball, Frog-Bog Lucky Duck Pond, and more!
Westlake Safari
Miniature Golf and Arcade
Located next to the Lake Inn Motel, this
miniature golf course is huge, and lots of fun for everyone (parents too).
Smith Mountain Lake Fireworks
This annual event spans
three days-starting with a fair and rides at Franklin County High School, then
two nights of fireworks over the lake.
Smith Mountain Lake Fall Festival
Help raise money for
local charities by having fun! Have your parents take you to this day-long
event and enjoy games, rides, yummy food, and don't forget to take your turn at
the cakewalk. |
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Clubs
4-H Cloverbud Camps (ages 5-8)
Spend the night in
nature and learn about wildlife, trees, and meet new friends.
4-H Junior Camp (ages 9-13 for campers; 14-19 for counselors)
Learn to kayak, canoe, fish, rock climb, have fun and learn leadership
skills at this annual event put on by the 4-H club.
Sea Scouts (ages 14-20, male and female)
Join the local
chapter and learn all about boating, ships, sailing, and more.
Girl Scouts of Virginia
Learn to be a leader, make great friends, and sell those delicious
cookies. Join a troop near you. |
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Kid Friendly Places to
Eat
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If you and your
parents live here at Smith Mountain Lake you can enjoy all these fun (and
tasty) things to do. And once you're here, there are even more great places to
visit that we can tell you about!
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Karlen Tinti
Lake Team Realty
13860 Booker T. Washington Hwy. Suite 100
Smith Mountain Lake, VA. 24121
800-861-4224
540-420-4021
540-576-2200
Fax: 540-576-5048
Email: yourlakeconnection@NUMBER1EXPERT.com
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