Camille Smith
Posts by Camille Smith
How to Make a Raised Garden Bed
Posted on in Gardening and Landscaping & Lifestyle

A garden bed is an excellent way to add both aesthetic appeal and gardening ease to your backyard. In this style, soil is raised above ground and enclosed in some way, typically by a wooden frame. It’s a great way …
5 Facts About Lake Anna
Posted on in Lake Trivia

For miles of gorgeous shoreline, plenty of fishing opportunities, and an interesting slice of history, look no further than Lake Anna. One of the largest freshwater reservoirs in Virginia, Lake Anna is a popular recreational spot with close proximity to …
5 DIY Planters For Your Lake House
Posted on in DIY/Arts and Crafts & Home Interiors & Decor & Lifestyle

Incorporating foliage into your lake house is a trend that’s not slowing down. As a key piece of biophilic design, houseplants show off your love for nature and evoke a calming atmosphere in your space. It’s also incredibly satisfying to …
Growing Plants by Region
Posted on in Gardening and Landscaping & Lifestyle

If you’re a lake homeowner who enjoys gardening, you’re probably familiar with the U.S.D.A. Plant Hardiness Zones. This guide, based on your region’s average minimum rainfall per year, provides basic instructions for how to garden in your zone. According to …
Bodies of Water 101
Posted on in Lake Trivia & Lifestyle

If you’re a lake homeowner, chances are, you know more than the average person about lakes. Maybe you’re familiar with lake science topics like stratification. Or perhaps you’re an expert angler who’s memorized a list of freshwater fish and their …
How Window Blinds Impact Your Psychology
Posted on in Home Interiors & Decor & Lake Trivia & Lifestyle

On the Lake Homes blog, we often cover interior design topics. From DIY driftwood art to centerpiece ideas, we’re all about helping you make your lake home luxurious. One often overlooked element of interior design is window blinds. In addition …
Lake Placid: History of the Winter Olympics
Posted on in Lake Trivia & Lifestyle

Once every four years, people across the globe come together in shared excitement about the Winter Olympics. This major international event involves multiple snow and ice sports competing for the most prestigious sporting medals in the world. Inspired by the …
Ways to Repurpose Holiday Decorations for Your Lake House
Posted on in DIY/Arts and Crafts & Holidays & Lifestyle

When all the gifts have been unwrapped and the holidays are over, you’re ready to relax. But instead, you’re faced with an enormous cleaning task. Unless you’re someone who keeps their Christmas lights up all year at the lake (we …
Popular Polar Plunges in Lake Areas
Posted on in Events & Lifestyle

In the middle of winter, the last activity on most of our minds is diving headfirst into a freezing lake. However, thousands of people do it every year. If you aren’t familiar, a polar plunge is a winter event in …