A recent demonstration of stream monitoring and fish identification for Virginia Master Naturalist trainees was held at Big Rocky Run, at Eleanor Lawrence Park in Chantilly. Fairfax County’s Stormwater Planning Division, conducted the demonstration, which regularly monitors the species of fish in area streams as a direct measure of stream health. Continue reading
At Asian Origin, traditional Chinese plates plus sushi & rolls are served in an airy, modern setting with a full bar. It is located at 1753 Pinnacle Dr, Tysons, VA. Asian Origin specializes in Asian and Asian Fusion Cusine and offers a full bar, table services, and accommodations for large groups. Continue reading
Assaggi Osteria is an Italian osteria that focuses on fish and homemade pastas in an amber-walled room with white tablecloths. It is located at 6641 Old Dominion Dr, McLean, VA. Assaggi Osteria features numerous appetizers, large salads, homemade pasta’s, fresh seafood, veal, and scrumptious beef. Continue reading
Homes at Arcturus are located right on the Potomac River in Northern Virginia. The fish in the Potomac include large-mouth bass, catfish, carp, bluegill, and pickerel just to name a few. Many of the homes here include piers and docks. This area offers grand views of the nearby water. Most of the homes here were built in the 1950's and 1960's.
Fishing the Potomac River near Little Hunting Creek
Along the Mount Vernon Trail a jogger and dog exercise
The Mount Vernon trail is a paved passage with some different parts, including wooded overlooks, up and down hills, and above water straight shot path. This amenity has various activity spots abound, throughout the extensive spread of landscapes. In the colder season there may be less fishing done and less retention of fitness participating humans and dogs. For example, in the featured image, there are a dog and woman jogging along the Mount Vernon Trail amenity.
With the busy busy busy way of life in Alexandria, Virginia (though Old Town's City of Alexandria is separate from Fairfax County's Alexandria), the Mount Vernon Trail is a nice place to take a break from it all. However that does not mean the rest of the world stops. For example, along a 30 minute hiatus walk, you might see a helicopter over head, or one of the regular from or going to Ronald Reagan planes on their way.
There are many homes available near this amenity, ranging from different features including water oriented, street accessible, with a shopping center in the subdivision, with a view, etc. The Mount Vernon Trail runs parallel to the George Washington Parkway which runs parallel to the Potomac River.
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homes and condos for sale in Fort Hunt area of Fairfax County VA
About the Author --- Aubrey Nesbitt is a native of Northern Virginia who attended Virginia Commonwealth University. He is a veteran of the US Army and helps his family business by providing informational articles like this one. In addition to photography and blogging, Aubrey provides administrative support for the office.
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Boating, fishing, sailing, kayaking, etc. can all be great relaxing expeditions in Northern Virginia, for those inclined. To find out more about Riparian Rights associated with buying a water oriented home, call Nesbitt Realty today.
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