Sunday, July 18, 2010

Sail Away on Smith Mountain Lake

One of the best things about living on Smith Mountain Lake is having fun on the water. One great way to do that is sailing. Don't know how to sail? No problem! You can learn to sail away on Smith Mountain Lake, at the on-site sailing school!




Smith Mountain Lake Sailing School provides US sailing-certified instruction. They can accommodate everyone from beginning sailors, to advanced coaching for those with experience who just want to improve their sailing skills! You can take classes on the school's sailboats, or on your own boat, if you have one!



The classes focus on safety, good seamanship and, of course, having fun! Classes for beginners will include basic boat handling and sail trim. Instruction also covers sailing principles, and includes on-the-water training. Experienced sailors can receive instruction on racing, and things like spinnaker maneuvers with your crew.



Sailing is a great way to enjoy Smith Mountain Lake! If you love sailing then you should check out the Blackwater Yacht Racing Association races! The summer racing season just ended, but come September, the fall keelboat racing will begin. There are also regattas and social events scheduled throughout the year. If you would like to get involved in the racing, there are usually skippers looking for good crew members!



Of course, the best way to enjoy the lake is from your very own boat dock right in your own backyard! When you are ready to live on Smith Mountain Lake, call Vicki Millehan! She is your local real estate resource. If your dream house is a luxury waterfront home, she can help you find the right place to set sail from on Smith Mountain Lake!

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