Photos by Carol Barker Wyatt, Lake Anna Photography We’ve all marveled at it: the tranquil expanse of Lake Anna, where the regal presence of Bald Eagles soaring above has become a familiar sight. This enduring scene symbolizes not only a stunning natural spectacle but also a profound victory in the realm of conservation, echoing the resilience of both wildlife and …
Weather instruments are the tools a meteorologist uses to sample the many different aspects of the atmosphere. Some instruments like thermometers and wind vanes are widely known, but there are others that are not. Most of our instruments date back to ancient Greece. The word “metron” means, “to measure” in Greek. That’s where we get the “meter” part of many …
Skunks, with their distinctive black and white fur and potent odor, often evoke a mix of curiosity and caution when spotted. While these creatures tend to keep to themselves for most of the year, there’s one time when their presence might become more pronounced: mating season. Understanding skunks’ behavior during this period can help mitigate any potential conflicts and ensure …
Lake Anna, VA’s deepest point is 80 feet, which is only half the width of a football field, and a quarter the length from goal to goal. In comparison, Smith Mountain Lake in southwest Virginia, is 250 feet deep, which is almost two times the length of a football field. Lake Anna’s maximum length is 17 miles. It’s surface area …
In an unexpected turn of events, The Lake Anna Hideaway, a beloved local hangout off Route 208 owned by Stefan Crawford, has experienced an abrupt closure. Operating under a lease agreement until November, the popular community gathering place, celebrated for its low-key atmosphere, affordable drinks, and enticing menu, had to shutter its doors suddenly due to an issue with running …
Updated June 12, 2024 The hospitality landscape of Lake Anna is about to change with the long anticipated construction of a 34-key hotel at the Lake Anna Boardwalk, located next to Tim’s on the North Anna arm of the lake, off of 522. Boardwalk Hotel is anticipated to be ready by this summer, this project signifies a significant investment by …
Cardinal Home Center Welcomes Lake Anna Tractor & Hardware to its Growing Family of Stores In an exciting development, Cardinal Home Center has announced the latest addition to its family of stores – Lake Anna Tractor & Hardware in Mineral. The expansion comes after several months of building connections with the owners of Lake Anna Tractor and Hardware, solidifying a …
January 2024 will go down as a month of big temperature swings, along with near record precipitation. After all the winter and warmth, January ended up close to what January is supposed to feel like. The month started off with fairly normal temperatures, then mother nature said it’s time for winter, with a series of days well below normal. The …
Welcome to February, the month where we start a slow warming process as we move into the Spring season, but also a month where we still can get big snowstorms. High temperature averages start in the middle 40s, but rise into the lower 50s by the end of the month. It’s a pleasure to join the Lake Anna Breeze™ team. …
Lake Anna’s first decent snowfall since the storm of Jan 2022. A pretty consistent range of 2-3” for much of the area. (Snowfall courtesy of CoCoRaHS – https://www.cocorahs.org/Maps/) This storm was due to what meteorologists called “overrunning”. This happens when a frontal boundary is stalled just south of an area, with cold air to the north and warm air south …
