The thriving water recreation and sports scene at Smith Mountain Lake includes a strong representation of sailing enthusiasts. Sailboats are a common sight in spring and summer, but the mild SML climate means sailing opportunity continues all year long here. Local residents can be a part of the sailing community at SML by joining one of the two well established yacht clubs, the Blackwater Yacht Racing Association (BYRA) and the Virginia Inland Sailing Association (VISA), listed below. Each club boats considerable membership and regular events including training courses and competitions. Those with second homes, townhomes or condos at Smith Mountain Lake oftentimes opt to keep a sailboat stowed away at a marina storage location for use when visiting.
In addition to supportive yacht clubs, the Smith Mountain Lake Sailing School offers classes to sailing newbies and more experienced sailing buffs who want to polish up their skills or advance into competitive sailing. Smith Mountain Lake Sailing Charters gives SML guests chartered tours on a sailboat, a fun choice for families who want to give their kids a sailing experience.
If you’re interested in what’s going on in sailing at Smith Mountain Lake, check out a recent article in the Laker Magazine, or contact one of the groups listed below. Bon Voyage!
Blackwater Yacht Racing Association at Pelican Point Yacht Club
540-576-1653
Smith Mountain Lake Sailing School
540-719-0009
Smith Mountain Lake Sailing Charters
540-719-0009
Virginia Inland Sailing Association
540-721-2350
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