Are you looking to hibernate, now that it's getting colder?
I live in a beautiful state. The visual wonders of Virginia nature have no end. This is a good time of year to gaze at these wonders. With the colder weather, comes the changing of leaf color on the trees and then the falling of those leaves. These two things bring about two distinct opportunities for you.
View from Skyline Drive just before fall
The first of these is to gaze out at and photo all of the beauty entailed in the bright colored leaves adorning the trees. The second of these presents opportunities not realized until this time of year. With the falling of the leaves comes the addition of even more spectacular views. Virginia is not short on visual beauty anyway with the mountains, hills and valleys that can easily make you drop your jaw to the ground.
What this time of year does to this consistent beauty is kick it up a notch (as Emeril would say) or two. A great place to witness this in all its splendor is the Shenandoah National Forest. This forest, which was established in 1935, boasts the Blue Ridge Mountains and is over three hundred square miles.
Make some time this fall to head out to Front Royal to see some truly beautiful views and color that will amaze you. When you get there, go to Skyline Drive, stop at all of the designated stopping points and gaze out at the views. Take pictures of nature and selfies to prove that you were there. Along this drive, which would take over 3 hours to complete, you will have a tough time seeing all of the amazing views, even at the slow speed limit you will travel.
The second of these opportunities that this time of year presents is not so obvious right now. Skyline Drive this time of year is breathtaking and you will not forget it. But, keep in mind to come back later in the season, when the leaves have fallen and even more views become available. The drive will cost you $20.00, but it is more than worth it. Use the map to document the best views and stop at the souvenir shop for a keepsake.
Don't forget that this time of year is to be enjoyed, not forgotten. Nature is in the midst of a seasonal change and working hard to make you notice it - will you?
Are you looking for a new home or townhouse in a specific area? Maybe you are looking for a new location that will allow you to experience all beauty that nature has to offer? If so, use the guide below and it can help with your quest.
City — Inside the Beltway, near the Metro, close to shops and culture.
Suburbs — Close to town, but plenty of green grass.
Exburbs — For those who prefer a little longer commute to get a larger home.
Maybe, you want to be a little ways from nature, but still close enough to reach in a short drive, if so here are a couple of possibilities to consider:
I spent four years in the US Navy and the next twenty in the mid west. I love the mountains and appreciate the fact that I get to see them all the time now. I am a bit of a sports fan. I enjoy dabbling in the world of fiction novel writing. I am also a licensed real estate agent in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
