Tim Dooley of the Virginia Conservation Police. You have permission to edit this article. 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. Enjoy pancakes, sausage, orange juice and coffee. Ahoy, mateys! AUGUST. Access to power is an additional $20.00 per day. January 2022 December 2021 July 2021 August 2018 July 2018 June 2018 May 2018 April 2018 March 2018. Jason Dunovant Photo Boats packed into Crazy Horse Marina to participate in pirate battles on Saturday. We hereby declare the third weekend o' Jul-aye to be Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Weekend. Water guns are great, water cannons are great. Managers at Jakes Place and Los Amigos say Pirate Days is busier than Memorial Day and Fourth of July weekend. Its an absolute perfect excuse to get out of the house.. ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) Kristie Broughman of Troutville loves to fish. 2022 SML Chili Festival DATE: Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022 TIME: Gates open at 11 a.m. with tastings from noon to 2 p.m. 2023 Performance Schedule. Moneta, Va The third weekend in July is officially Smith Mountain Lakes Pirate Days. SMLA President Bill Butterfield said he is a fan of the annual pirate festivities, but has questioned the environmental impact of the water balloons. 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. It is our intention to address any violations we observe, he said. 16430 Booker T. Washington Hwy, Suite 2Moneta, VA 24121, 2023 Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce. Chrzanowski and his band of Bay Roc Marina marauders also have been building pirate ships for battle. Subscribe to our Daily Headlines newsletter. Smith Mountain Lake is a 40-mile long, 20,600-acre lake with 500 miles of shoreline in rural Virginia. Captain Party is a Roanoke business that sells party supplies. They say the savvy fashion is what draws the customers in. Iniciar sesin Olvidaste tu cuenta? Businesses and restaurants around the lake also offer special deals. The number and size of the battles has grown every year, Chrzanowski said. We do have the option if needed to give an official warning or summons.. Pirat 2022 2. Jakes got a big party over there. 23 talking about this. Pirates are not inherently known for being the most law-abiding of scallywags, but this weekend at the lake, a new code will be enforced. The Smith Mountain Eagle caught up with P.J. Nagel began overseeing Pirate Days several years ago with the goal to make it as big as possible. Bands Ginger ORiley and Axis Five are also scheduled to perform. Tickets for the Pirates Ball can be purchased at the door, but tickets for the Pirates and Pancakes breakfast should be bought in advance. Nagel and Christopher. We as Pirate Days and Crazy Horse Marina do discourage the use of water balloons. Here she is holding up a trophy largemouth bass she caught from Smith Mountain Lake on a jerkbait . Each year, Smith Mountain Lake holds a weekend of Pirate-themed events, including a ball, live music, and a costume contest. While he cant make it to every event, Nagel still participates in many of the lake events each year dressed in a pirate costume. Were talking hundreds of boats in that cove alone, Nagel said. Watch the video to see P.J. You have permission to edit this article. That is the direction I believe we are headed, Nagel said. Face painting, balloon animals and a treasure chest filled with goodies for the kids. 14 personas estn hablando de esto. The official 2022 shirt design. The intakes could be clogged by balloon debris. 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. 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.. These will be available at Capt. at Johnson's Orchards & Peaks of Otter Winery. P.J. For a list of events happening during Pirate Days weekend, visit www.visitsmithmountainlake.com. Parking areas will be determined by Marina Manager. 10LAKE LIFE MAGAZINE ISSUE 8 | 2022 Pirate Days a Blast If you would like to participate or learn more about Pirate Days call 540-721-1203 or you can email info@smlpirate.com. Copyright 2021 WDBJ. Please subscribe to keep reading. . Feb 7: Pendo Company Kickoff, Raleigh Convention Center. There will be plenty of food, live music, singing pirates and games for the kids. 5. Zitel LLC. "It's three days of pirate fun," event organizer, P.J. Water balloons will no longer be allowed for Pirate Days following a new law passed in Virginia last year. Activities for kids will include face painting, balloon animals, interactions with pirates and the opportunity to pick from a treasure chest. You have permission to edit this article. Smith Mountain Lake was blessed with ideal weather, which made Pirate Days and its various attractions a must-see experience. Avast ye, landlubbers! All rights reserved. We are discouraging the use of water balloons, Bechtler said. The Smith Mountain Lake Association is also pushing to get the word out on the new law. Come out to Smith Mountain Lake to participate in all the fun. SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days event is back this weekend, and is serving up pancakes. X truly marks the spot at Smith Mountain Lake. The person would be looking at a $25 fine for every balloon they released, Sgt. There was a problem saving your notification. Chris Bechtler, manager of Crazy Horse Marina, is already trying to reach out to participants this year about the new law. After a subdued 2020 because of the pandemic, Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days is set to return this weekend. Party Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce Crazy Horse Marina and Drifter's within the week. People dress up like pirates and also dress their boats, docks and houses Read More Life at the Lake | Sherman | Smith Mountain Lake A Summer Weekend at the Lake with Sherman We have really enjoyed spending time at the lake this summer. CASEY: Some head-turning words by Rep. 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The bank produced net income amounting to $2,191,000 or $1.13 per basic share in the fourth quarter. Here is a list of all the pirate activities happening around Smith Mountain Lake this weekend. Pirate Days has become an additional holiday for some restaurants. In that time, Butterfield said they can still do harm to the environment. We hereby declare the third weekend o' Jul-aye to be Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Weekend. The Virginia Dare is involved. Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days will be July 15-17. Nagels parents live at the lake and Nagel said he feels like a part of the community. Smith Mountain Lake's popular Pirate Days is set to return this weekend. Copyright 2022 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved. Get directions. 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. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Pginas relacionadas. Sgt. Water balloons aren't the. Ahora no. You can come by land to any one of the venues and still experience everything thats going on, he said. P.J. Nagel said he would like to see it grow like the Gasparilla Pirate Festival in Tampa Bay, Florida. Pirate Days kept the lake busy with buccaneer-themed festivities from Friday, July 15 through Sunday, July 17. 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.. Frank Chrzanowski said he and Hometown Bank at Westlake Corner have been a part of Pirate Days since its inception. Enjoy pancakes, sausage, orange juice and coffee. All Buy SML Easter Easter Brunch Easter Egg Hunt Easter Recipe We hereby declare the third weekend o' Jul-aye to be Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Weekend. In that time, Butterfield said they can still do harm to the environment. Balloons can also be harmful to boats and personal watercrafts by being sucked up into water intakes. The Smith Mountain Lake Association is also pushing to get the word out on the new law. The event will feature live music and a visit from pirates from the Loose Cannon Company and the Star City Scallywags. NORTH SHORE, Va. - On Saturday afternoon, hundreds of people took cover in a water battle on Smith Mountain Lake in celebration of Pirate Days. The popped balloons can litter the waterways and shoreline. Events are planned at multiple lake locations along with roaming bands of pirates looking to participate in high jinks. Contact: For more information and to buy tickets in advance, visitsmithmountainlake.com/sml-pirate-days. For more information, call 540-297-6066 or 800-933-PARK or visit the SML State Park website. 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 . No tickets will be sold at the door. Come in costume for photos and live interactions with the Pirates of SML. Pirate Days at Smith Mountain Lake helps restaurants bring in the treasure, Wreckage of missing plane found in Carroll County, Pilot identified in fatal plane crash near Hillsville, Cinderella frontman, Winger, former Motley Crue rocker join for Dr Pepper Park show, 16-year-old girl reported missing out of Roanoke, Venus and Jupiter cross paths in western sky, Virginia Education Superintendent Resigns, Alleghany County Public Schools Preps Consolidation, Bridging the Great Health Divide Across the US, PublicFileAccess@wdbj7.com - (540) 344-7000. You dont have to come by boat. Smith, who recently competed in the Junior World Championships in Whistler, Canada, was nominated to represent Tell Campfire Stories! Longtime pirate days organizer P.J. Pirate Days was a hit over the weekend, especially for the restaurants. All rights reserved. Weather Stream. The 9th Annual Pirates Days is back. Battles between pirate ships are one of the events planned for Pirate Days this weekend. food, and fun! Hear ye, hear ye! 6. If you plan to arrive by private airplane, there's a general aviation airport, Smith Mountain Lake Airport (airport identifier: W91 ), with a 3,100-foot paved runway. 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. Lakefront resort at Smith Mountain Lake. Smith Mountain Lake's poplar Pirate Days is set to return this weekend. But the two main events will be the massive water fights Saturday afternoon. Pirate Days starts TODAY! Here it is! Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days | July 15-17. For more information on events, times and tickets click here. 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. Published: Jul. 6 talking about this. Nagel used to travel by boat from event to event, but admitted he now goes by car. Nagel and Christopher Bechtler talk about it on 7@four. Volunteers dressed in pirate costumes will be flipping the flapjacks. 14-16TH Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days, (540) 721-1203, visitsmithmountainlake.com. A great short spot from WDBJ7 about our "additional holiday" at Smith Mountain Lake! On the 22nd (Sunday), there will be a best dressed Pirate Contest with prizes such as 2 free lunches or 2 cruise tickets! Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days Balloon Policy. Were trying to get more creative with it especially without water balloons, but well find some way to have fun.. Not trying to ruin anybodys good time but we are going to ensure that everybody is following the rules, explains Sgt. 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. Visit visitsmithmountainlake.com for more information. 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Check out our Upcoming Events. The Virginia Dare Cruises and Marina 68 Boat Tours By Kashe703 For $25pp we felt it was an excellent value for 2 hours of relaxing fun on beautiful Smith Mountain Lake. Brittany Wier joined the 10 News team as the morning reporter in August 2021. Man died Wednesday. JASON DUNOVANT | Laker Weekly The Virginia Dare held a cruise that took passengers through the middle of the mayhem on Saturday Face painting, balloon animals and a treasure chest filled with goodies for the kids. Water balloons will no longer be allowed for Pirate Days following a new law passed in Virginia last year. Pirate costumes strongly encouraged. 7@four previews Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days, Wreckage of missing plane found in Carroll County, Pilot identified in fatal plane crash near Hillsville, Cinderella frontman, Winger, former Motley Crue rocker join for Dr Pepper Park show, 16-year-old girl reported missing out of Roanoke, Venus and Jupiter cross paths in western sky, Virginia Education Superintendent Resigns, Alleghany County Public Schools Preps Consolidation, Bridging the Great Health Divide Across the US, Virginia state law bans water balloons from Pirate Days at Smith Mountain Lake, PublicFileAccess@wdbj7.com - (540) 344-7000. January 2022 December 2021 July 2021 August 2018 July 2018 June 2018 May 2018 April 2018 March 2018. Tickets sold only at the gate with cash and credit cards accepted. And when they get down there, they get attacked.. Nagel, "The Commodore" of Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days, following this year's series of events. Sgt. Ver ms de Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days en Facebook. Water balloons that are biodegradable and those that are non-biodegradable are indistinguishable from one another. The biodegradable balloons also still take months to break down. These will be available at Capt. Businesses and. holly June 30, 2013 Entertainment: Attractions, Lake Living, Local Events Leave a Comment The 9th annual "Horse and Hound" Wine Festival will be held on July 13, 2013 from 11 am. There will be a pirates and pancakes breakfast Saturday morning. Published: Jul. The biodegradable balloons also still take months to break down. You can get the boat out. Bernard's Landing has an-site restaurant, beach, pools, fitness center and more, plus gorgeous views of Smith Mountain. Water balloons are no longer allowed according to a new law passed in Virginia last year. See A Movie! We dress up and give away T-shirts and have snacks. Hear ye, hear ye! Thursday Pirate Trivia night Jake's Place is holding a pirate trivia night to kick off Pirate Days. They will be speaking with visitors and attacking invading pirates throughout the day. Were always busy, but those specific weekends like Memorial Day, Labor Day and Pirates Weekend are always an extra boost in customers, said James Wade, general manager for Portside Bar and Grill. Businesses and organizations all around the lake come together to bring all the pirate fun to the community. We have a low pressure, high volume pump on our boat., Sgt. When you camp at Smith Mountain Lake State Park and enjoy s'mores while telling stories around the fire. 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. The 9th Annual Pirates Days is back. Smith Mountain Lake Pirates Days is back this weekend, Wreckage of missing plane found in Carroll County, Pilot identified in fatal plane crash near Hillsville, Cinderella frontman, Winger, former Motley Crue rocker join for Dr Pepper Park show, 16-year-old girl reported missing out of Roanoke, Venus and Jupiter cross paths in western sky, Virginia Education Superintendent Resigns, Alleghany County Public Schools Preps Consolidation, Bridging the Great Health Divide Across the US, PublicFileAccess@wdbj7.com - (540) 344-7000. With the new law in place, even current biodegradable water balloons on the market would not meet those strict standards. He said interest has been growing annually for the event and people are eager to participate this year as pandemic restrictions begin to ease. The first is at Jakes Cove. Water balloons not allowed at this year's Pirate Days. 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. Smith Mountain Lake State Park 1235 State Park Rd., Huddleston, VA 24104; Phone: 540-297-6066; Email: smlake@dcr.virginia.gov This content takes priority over any other information provided on this park's webpage. You have permission to edit this article. Come in costume for photos and live interactions with the Pirates of SML. Longtime pirate days organizer P.J. 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. Copyright 2022 WDBJ. SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The Smith Mountain Lake Pirate Days event is back this weekend, and is serving up pancakes. I enjoy it and I love to see the faces of the little kids that come out to enjoy it. 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