New Adventures Every Day at Fawn Lake

Stacye and Michael Clark are living out their dream of life on the water, and every day brings new adventures. The two took up the lake lifestyle five years ago when they moved from Tennessee to Fawn Lake in Virginia. The couple decided to make a move when Michael took a new job at a local medical center, and the two were thrilled to be living both so close to D.C., with all of its museums and monuments and only seconds from the water.

them coming back to visit. Plus, there’s just so much to do: from swimming and fishing to kayaking and boating. The couple is also enjoying teaching the little ones to waterski. The lake provided a refuge throughout COVID, keeping Michael and Stacye from feeling too cooped up. Stacye even noted that, surprisingly, she likes the lake better than the ocean due to the lake’s calming presence in her life.

When they aren’t in the water, Stacye and Michael are active members of the community. They both joined a Global Affairs club that meets monthly to discuss current international issues like supply chain management and global warming. “Everybody leaves politics at the door,” according to Stacye, which is an aspect that she enjoys. Stacye has also recently joined the wine society, which allows its members to enjoy wine tastings and chef-prepared dinners. And, Michael is an avid golfer, which has kept him busy during the pandemic.

The couple also enjoys the shared sense of community in Fawn Lake. Stacye particularly loves that she is able to talk to people from so many different backgrounds. She says, “It’s just a wide variety of people who have such interesting stories and history. So, nobody’s the same, and I find that fascinating.”

The lake, for the couple, is a tool to bring their family together. Their two children and two grandchildren love the lake, and it keeps

It’s easy to see that Michael and Stacye have found their little slice of paradise in Fawn Lake. “It’s peaceful. It’s tranquil, and it’s a great lifestyle for us.”