There are times when we need to get away from the hustles and bustles of the city and go somewhere we can relax and breathe in some fresh air. And thanks to these three nature centers in Arlington, you won't have to drive for hours to find the tranquility you are looking for.
Gulf Branch Nature Center in ArlingtonContinue reading
Located at the beautiful and secluded Glencarln Park, the Long Branch Nature Center offers a natural habitat for bird watching and other outdoor activities.
Poplar Pond At Long Branch Nature CenterContinue reading
Mason Neck, VA is located in Fairfax County. It has a population of 1,983. The median income in Mason Neck, VA is $149,750 and the median home value is $621,800. Given below are some facts that tell why you should choose to live in Mason Neck.Continue reading
Huntsman Park is located in the south-central part of the county not far off the Fairfax County Parkway and relatively close to South Run RECenter. Huntsman Park is spread upon 110-acres. Huntsman Road bisects the park. The park includes a 28.6-acre lake that drains 2.3 square miles.Continue reading
Kingstowne features a variety of neighborhoods with different housing options, including townhouses, condos and single family residences. Locally this area is serviced by the Kingstowne shopping center. Right after the shopping center there is a trail that goes along a man made lake and leads directly to a neighborhood. Geese can be seen in the lake and on the trail.
Along the trail there is a gazebo that offers seating and a view. The trail is paved and can support most bikes. On the weekends the trail is used by runners. This is a great place to get out and get some exercise at.
The surrounding trees provide shade
From this angle the paved trail stretches out next to the road
The trail is right next to a man made lake
A close-up of the geese
Geese cross the path
A neighborhood is located across from the man made lake
Northern Virginia is the host to deer that occasionally run from wooded areas to back yards and roads. Usually there are no deer crossing signs. With an appropriate distance the deer are not dangerous. The deer occasionally just show up in different areas of town and continue with their business.
These deer appear in a more natural setting
Three deer cross this black topped asphalt
An up close deer sighting
During the afternoon deer return to the woods
During the summer the wild deer look back in curiosity
