Plus it has incredible potential for attracting visitors and improving business all around the lake. Published: Jul. Pirate-themed festivities return to Smith Mountain Lake this weekend. We enjoy it, and hope our customers do, too.. Several area restaurants also have reported larger crowds during Pirate Days than other holidays such as Fourth of July or Memorial Day. The 9th Annual Pirates Days is back. There will be plenty of food, live music, singing pirates, a petting zoo and games for the kids. X truly marks the spot at Smith Mountain Lake. Frank Chrzanowski said he and Hometown Bank at Westlake Corner have been a part of Pirate Days since its inception. Crazy Horse Marina is one location where a water fight will happen. Nagel and Christopher Bechtler talk about it on 7@four. Feb 7: Pendo Company Kickoff, Raleigh Convention Center. Lifestyle and Lake Real Estate Group is hosting their Pirate Days Gala, Champagne & Sea Shanties on July 15. 2022 SML Chili Festival DATE: Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022 TIME: Gates open at 11 a.m. with tastings from noon to 2 p.m. We hereby declare the third weekend o' Jul-aye to be Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Weekend. Ive seen a lot of bruises and a lot of injuries from them also, notes Bechtler. The origin of Pirate Days actually goes back farther than that. You have permission to edit this article. LOCATION: SML State Park is located in Bedford County, Huddleston, Virginia, on the northern side of the lake, off Rt. In addition to plenty of vacation homes, there are two large supermarkets and numerous banks, restaurants, marinas, physicians, dentists, and other essentials . 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. Get directions. Bernard's Landing. Then around 2 p.m., the party and water fight continues at Crazy Horse. Calling all scallywags and swashbucklers! Crazy Horse Marina will be hosting a day full of kids activities on July 16. Not counting the dip in participation last year, Pirate Days has grown in popularity each year at Smith Mountain Lake since it was first introduced in 2013. Butterfield asked residents to consider alternative ways to participate in pirate battles this year. Get SML News & Updates Subscribe to our monthly tourism e-Newsletter for travel information, insider tips and event news to help you plan your best Smith Mountain Lake vacation yet. 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Smith Mountain Lake 331 State Parks Bodies of Water By 37julianner We (2 families) shared a beautiful lake house. The Star City Scallywags and The Mystic Pirates of Kazim will be invading Drifters on Sunday afternoon. Dooley adds. There will be a pirates and pancakes breakfast Saturday morning. Access to power is an additional $20.00 per day. There was a problem saving your notification. The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources released the following press release today regarding water balloons: In preparation for the Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days that is being held on July 16, the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) is reminding everyone that . All Buy SML Easter Easter Brunch Easter Egg Hunt Easter Recipe 2 .Hear ye, hear ye! A civil penalty of $25 per balloon could be enforced if necessary. You have permission to edit this article. The most important thing. You can get the boat out. P.J. The three boats were decorating: ones a pontoon, ones a cabin cruiser and the other is a fishing boat, and we construct a mast, sail and have other decor to put on the boat.. Cost: Free to attend. Visit visitsmithmountainlake.com for more information. Nagels dream is to have SML Pirate Days become as big as other pirate-themed events around the country. Balloons can also be harmful to boats and PWCs by being sucked up into water intakes. I enjoy it and I love to see the faces of the little kids that come out to enjoy it. With the new law in place, even current biodegradable water balloons on the market would not meet those strict standards. 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. Enjoy pancakes, sausage, orange juice and coffee. Smith, who recently competed in the Junior World Championships in Whistler, Canada, was nominated to represent Last year at Jakes Place the only way I can describe the balloon fight is epic. 6 talking about this. Nagel began overseeing Pirate Days several years ago with the goal to make it as big as possible. Pirate Days has become an additional holiday for some restaurants. Jakes got a big party over there. Zitel LLC. A costume contest with live music by STF Trio. Its almost like a second Halloween because you get everybody dressing up and then they even go as far as to deck their boats out as pirate ships with water guns.. 5. We hereby declare the third weekend o' Jul-aye to be Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Weekend. 3. Smith Mountain Lake has over 500 miles of gorgeous shoreline, so it's no wonder boating is one of the most popular activities here. Crowds are expected to fill area marinas dressed in pirate garb and ready to do battle, possibly without a longtime popular weapon. Dooley says. Its three days of pirate fun, event organizer, P.J. LOCATION: Mexico Viejo at Bridgewater Plaza. These will be available at Capt. to 6 pm. Come out to Smith Mountain Lake to participate in all the fun. Chris Bechtler, manager of Crazy Horse Marina, is already trying to reach out to participants this year about the new law. 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. o. Crear cuenta nueva. Its taken us four years to get to that point.. Smith Mountain Lake is a 40-mile long, 20,600-acre lake with 500 miles of shoreline in rural Virginia. A committee was formed and the rest, as they say, is history. SMLA President Bill Butterfield said he is a fan of the annual pirate festivities, but has questioned the environmental impact of the water balloons. Smith Mountain Lakes poplar Pirate Days is set to return this weekend. food, and fun! He said the number of boats participating in the event each year has grown so large is was hard for him to get around. CASEY: Some head-turning words by Rep. 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Here she is holding up a trophy largemouth bass she caught from Smith Mountain Lake on a jerkbait. We being Bay Roc Marina. Its absolutely amazing, Nagel said of the events growth. January 2022 December 2021 July 2021 August 2018 July 2018 June 2018 May 2018 April 2018 March 2018. The park is open daily from 8:15 a.m. - dusk. Weve noticed in the past two years that people are coming in for it, Stamus said. They will be speaking with visitors and attacking invading pirates throughout the day. All rights reserved. Water balloons are no longer allowed according to a new law passed in Virginia last year. Weve been seeing a lot of customers, said Christhian Oliva, manager for Los Amigos. Theres tons of family fun. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. The intakes could be clogged by balloon debris. Battles between pirate ships are one of the events planned for Pirate Days this weekend. There was a problem saving your notification. If you would like to participate or learn more about Pirate Days call 540-721-1203 or you can email info@smlpirate.com. 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. Pages to color can be found at the SML Visitor Center at 16430 Booker T. Washington Highway, Suite 2. We hereby declare the third weekend o' Jul-aye to be Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Weekend. 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Events are planned at multiple lake locations along with roaming bands of pirates looking to participate in high jinks. We hold events all year round, including a summer concert series on our Pon-tune Stage, Pirate Days, and Knot-A-Fest. Chris Bechtler, manager of Crazy Horse Marina, is already trying to reach out to participants this year about the new law. Take in a first-run movie at the air-conditioned Westlake Cinema, a four-plex theater with stadium seating, concessions, and games at the Westlake Towne Center. . Copyright 2023 WSLS.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. Hear ye, hear ye! Nagel and Christopher. Its like, a chance for adults and kids to play the same, says Crazy Horse Marina manager Chris Bechtler. The first is at Jakes Cove. For advance ticket sales, click on link below. Get directions. We hereby declare the third weekend o' Jul-aye to be Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Weekend. We use super soakers and pumps. Here is a list of all the pirate activities happening around Smith Mountain Lake this weekend. We hereby declare the third weekend o' Jul-aye to be Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Weekend. Crazy Horse is involved. 540 talking about this. SMLA President Bill Butterfield said he is a fan of the annual pirate festivities, but has questioned the environmental impact of the water balloons. DATE: Saturday, July 16, 2022 TIME: 8-10 a.m. Crowds are expected to fill area marinas dressed in pirate garb and ready to do battle, possibly without a longtime popular weapon. One of the biggest is the Gasparilla Pirate Festival in Tampa, Florida. Contact Drifters for an exact time. Were part of the business community here, Chrzanowski said. 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. We hereby declare the third weekend o' Jul-aye to be Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Weekend. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pancakes-with-pirates-tickets-160851712803 Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce A fun-filled weekend for the whole family, Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days continues to grow in popularity each and every year! Here it is! Apr 1: Pirate Season Begins (We are still available for hire in the off season) Apr 15: Greenville Piratefest, Greenville, NC. Categories. COST: $15 for adults | $10 for kids 6+ | $5 for kids 5 and under. 14 personas estn hablando de esto. Bring the kids out for breakfast and the experience of a lifetime - PancakesWITHthe Pirates of Smith Mountain Lake! You have permission to edit this article. The popped balloons can trash up the waterways and shoreline. The Smith Mountain Lake Association is also pushing to get the word out on the new law. And the event has grown since its inception. 7@four: Sip and Shop . Each year, Smith Mountain Lake holds a weekend of pirate-themed events, including a ball, live music, and a costume contest. Tim Dooley with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources said the goal this year will be mainly to make sure people know the new rules. 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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