Photos by Lake Anna photography When Lake Anna first began filling in the early 1970s, few could have imagined the thriving recreational destination it would become. Fewer still could have predicted that one of its earliest marinas—built by hand and grounded in family values—would still be shaping its future more than five decades later. Founded in 1972, Sturgeon Creek Marina …
Based right here in Louisa, Michael Culp has spent 35 years perfecting the art of custom rod building, turning his passion for fishing into a craft that has earned him customers from all over the country.“If there’s a fish that swims, I’ve built a rod for it,” Culp said, expression his passion for both building the rods and fishing with …
In a series of samples taken by the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR), John Odenkirk is in awe of the “best bass sample I’ve ever seen”, marking what he calls the “Golden Age” of Lake Anna fisheries. “It can’t get any better,” Odenkirk says right before he notes, “but then it gets better.” Odenkirk has taken samples from Lake …
Virginia’s water enthusiasts find themselves at the intersection of safety regulations and environmental conservation as the state implements the New Move Over Law and introduces stringent measures to combat the spread of invasive aquatic species. This comprehensive approach not only prioritizes responsible boating practices but also addresses specific challenges posed by invasive species like didymo. Additionally, a recent update to …
