Peaceful Spring Warmth At Old Hickory Lake

March 18, 2015

by O.D. Wright

In Hendersonville, Tennessee, the calm waters of Old Hickory Lake Monday evening. (O.D. Wright/YJI)

The sunset’s hues turn pink and purple Monday evening at Old Hickory Lake in Hendersonville, Tennessee. (O.D. Wright/YJI)

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