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Photo by Jen Snoots. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sullyblogpic3.jpgsullyblogpic3https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sullyblogpic2.jpgsullyblogpic2https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sullyblogpic5.jpgsullyblogpic5A postcard photo of the Maryland University Hospital, where Elizabeth Collins Lee received her nursing training. It is postmarked from Baltimore, MD on Oct. 6, 1909. 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Photo by Curtis Gibbens.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/northern-cardinal.jpgNorthern CardinalNorthern cardinal. Photo by Curtis Gibbens.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/green-tree-frog.jpgGreen Tree FrogGreen tree frog. Photo by Curtis Gibbens.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/great-blue-heron-with-fish.jpgGreat Blue Heron with FishGreat Blue Heron. Photo by Curtis Gibbens.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/barn-swallows.jpgBarn SwallowsBarn swallows. Photo by Curtis Gibbens.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/american-beaver.jpgAmerican BeaverBeaver. Photo by Curtis Gibbens.2015-02-28T01:52:42+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2015/01/16/golf-and-birdies-the-perfect-match/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/pinecrest-pic2.jpgPinecrest Golf CourseThis photo shows the area between the first and second holes. The left side is the golf course and the right side is the Pinecrest community. Photo by Sarah Oberther.2015-01-16T15:01:11+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2015/01/12/woodglen-lake-slated-for-dredging/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/woodglen-4-crappie-that-topped-3-pounds.jpgWoodglen 4-Crappie that topped 3 poundsA crappie weighing over three pounds was among the fish relocated. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/woodglen-3.jpgWoodglen 3Electro-fishing equipment was used to stun and capture fish to be relocated. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/woodglen-2-asian-grass-carp.jpgWoodglen 2, Asian grass carpAsian grass carp were removed from Woodglen Lake. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/woodglen-1-two-hefty-largemouth-bass.jpgWoodglen 1 Two hefty largemouth bassTwo hefty largemouth bass were among the fish caught and relocated.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/woodglen-lake.jpgWoodglen Lake2016-04-28T18:18:15+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2015/01/09/the-garden-in-winter/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/image20.jpgImage20https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/grn-sprng-4.jpgGrn Sprng 4https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/grn-sprng-3.jpgGreen Spring Gardenshttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/grn-sprng-2.jpgGreen Spring Gardenshttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/grn-spring.jpgGreen Spring Gardenshttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/gomphrena_fireworks-courtesy-united-states-botanic-garden.jpggomphrena_fireworks, courtesy United States Botanic GardenGomphrena Fireworkshttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/black-pearl-ornamental-pepper-courtesy-u-s-national-arboretum.jpgBlack Pearl Ornamental Pepper, courtesy U.S. National ArboretumBlack Pearl Pepper2015-01-09T18:38:37+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/06/27/huntsman-hole-soon-to-be-huntsman-lake-again/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/hunts-lk-3.jpgHuntsman LakeWildlife is returning to Huntsman Lake. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/hunts-lk-2.jpgHuntsman Lakehttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/hunts-lk-1.jpgHuntsman LakeBiodegradable coir logs have been placed around the shoreline to prevent erosion. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/beaver-at-huntsman.jpgBeaver at Huntsmanhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/6.jpgHuntsman LakeHuntsman Lake is refilling after work this summer to upgrade the dam. The state plans to restock the lake, possibly as soon as November.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/5.jpgHuntsman LakeA berm midway down the lake will trap sediment so that the entire lake will not have to be drained the next time sediment is removed.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/4.jpgHuntsman LakeWildlife is already returning to Huntsman Lake as the water returns following work to upgrade the dam.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/3a.jpgHuntsman LakeWork crews were planting trees along the shoreline of Huntsman Lake as it refills this week.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/2.jpgHuntsman LakeWork crews have left some debris, stumps and channels in the lake as structure that will attract fish when the lake is restocked. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/1.jpgHuntsman LakeAll that’s left to do at Huntsman Lake is the landscaping. 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Studiohttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/0606141135a.jpgSpin Studiohttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/0821141229.jpgUpper Level Fitness Roomhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/0722141242.jpgUpper Level Fitness Roomhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/0606141115b.jpgUpper Level Fitness Roomhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/0821141231c.jpgLower Level Fitness Room2014-10-22T17:43:10+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/10/20/lake-accotink-volunteers-remove-over-900-pounds-of-trash/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/img_2656.jpgIMG_2656https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/img_2655.jpgIMG_2655https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/cubscouts.jpgCubScouts2014-10-20T19:25:06+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/10/01/a-rick-a-bamboo-and-other-girl-scout-secrets/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/gs-campout-2.jpgGirl Scout CampoutGirl Scouts return to their tents during an overnight at Riverbend.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/gs-campout-1.jpgGirl Scout CampoutGirl Scouts with Riverbend’s box turtles2014-10-01T19:20:45+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/09/18/students-questions-about-environmental-stewardship-answered/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/holmes-run-april-2010-2.jpgStream Clean-upVolunteers make a difference during a stream clean-up at Holmes Run Stream Valley Park. 2014-09-18T13:18:33+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/08/13/cindy-dyer-a-photographer-at-green-spring/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/tibouchina-urvilleana-ccindy-dyer.jpgTibouchina urvilleana CCindy Dyerhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/spiderwort-tradescantia-virginiana-ccindy-dyer.jpgSpiderwort (Tradescantia virginiana) CCindy Dyerhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/oriental-poppy-turkenlouis-ccindy-dyer.jpgOriental Poppy 'Turkenlouis' CCindy Dyerhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/gravetye-snowflake-leucojum-aestivum-gravetye-c-cindy-dyer.jpgGravetye snowflake (Leucojum aestivum 'Gravetye') C Cindy Dyerhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/eastern-tiger-swallowtail-on-zinnie-zowie-c-cindy-dyer.jpgEastern tiger swallowtail on Zinnie 'Zowie' C Cindy Dyerhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/columbine-aquilegia-ccindy-dyer.jpgColumbine (Aquilegia) CCindy Dyerhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/cardinal-flower-lobelia-cardinalis-c-cindy-dyer.jpgCardinal flower (Lobelia cardinalis) C Cindy Dyerhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/blue-dasher-dragonfly-ccindy-dyer.jpgBlue Dasher dragonfly CCindy Dyerhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/5-stamps-horizontal.jpgForever Stamps2014-08-14T23:13:41+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/07/29/going-green-partnership-benefits-students-and-parks/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/erin-and-kids-planting1.jpgErin Stockschlaeder helps kids plant saplingshttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/earth-day-6-1.jpgEarth Dayhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/belvedere-photo1.jpgBelvedere ES studentshttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/belvedere-earth-day-9-1.jpgBelvedere ES Earth Dayhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/belvedere-earth-day-1-1.jpgBelvedere ES Earth Day 22014-07-29T18:29:30+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/07/23/working-behind-the-scenes-as-a-communications-intern/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/kathryn-wagner.jpgKathryn Wagnerhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/img_4853.jpgKathryn WagnerSummer intern Kathryn Wagner hands out goodie bags during a ceremony marking the start of the Water Mine expansion project at Lake Fairfax Park.2014-07-23T18:42:12+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/06/19/appreciating-our-pollinators/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/fp-pollinator-b4-e.jpgFP Pollinator B4-eEven a small areas can be planted with plants to attract pollinators.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/fp-pollinator-after-e.jpgFP Pollinator After-eA garden was planted at Frying Pan Farm Park to attract pollinators. 2014-08-01T20:19:43+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/06/16/toddlers-love-our-garden-oasis/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/sundial.jpgsundialhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/son-on-bench.jpgson on benchhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/son.jpgsonhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/son-in-garden.jpgson in gardenhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/son-in-gazebo.jpgson in gazebohttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/historic-house.jpghistoric househttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/son-by-tree.jpgson by treehttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/gazebo.jpggazebo2014-06-16T17:51:08+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/06/05/finding-babes-in-the-woods-then-what/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/baby-deer-at-honc.jpgBaby Deer at Hidden Oaks Nature CenterA child attending a birthday party at Hidden Oaks Nature Center discovered this camouflaged fawn hiding under a fallen tree.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/res-deer-fawn.jpgFawnA child attending a birthday party at Hidden Oaks Nature Center discovered this camouflaged fawn hiding in Nature Playce.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/rabbity.jpgRabbityA young Suzanne Holland holds Baby Rabbity. 2014-06-05T14:55:38+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/05/28/interview-with-a-beekeeper/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/white-suit.jpgBeekeeperBeekeeper John Fraserhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/liquid-honey.jpgLiquid HoneyLiquid Honeyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/caution-bee-hives.jpgCaution Bee HivesHives at Frying Pan Farm Parkhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/comb-honey.jpgComb HoneyRare comb honey sells quickly. 2014-05-28T17:10:49+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/05/28/time-when-people-were-the-analog/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/gsg-sunclock-2a.jpgSun Clock2014-06-06T00:42:57+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/01/04/the-improbable-mr-wilson-a-tale-of-a-wandering-warbler/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wilsons-by-dubois.jpgWilson's Warbler by Michael DuBoisThanks for stopping by, Mr. Wilson.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/ededer-wilsons-2.jpgWilson's Warbler by Ed EderThe bright orange patch above Mr. Wilson's beak caused quite a stir.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wilsons-paula-sullivan.jpgWilson's Warbler by Paula SullivanMeet The Improbable Mr. Wilson.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wilsons-warbler-dave-boltz.jpgWilson's Warbler Dave Boltz2014-05-19T03:14:28+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/05/15/the-shampoo-theory-of-hiking/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/dsc_5447-a.jpgBass on a nesthttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/res-four-kits.jpgFox Kits at Lake Mercer2014-05-15T18:44:24+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/05/14/down-the-trails-of-ellanor-c-lawrence-park/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/turkeys.jpgTurkeyshttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/snakes-and-reb_050414_0064.jpgSnakehttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/snakes-and-reb_050414_0054.jpgFroghttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/snakes-and-reb_050414_0015.jpgNaturalist Program2014-05-14T14:05:22+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/05/08/hiking-amid-wetlands-and-wildlife/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/dscn4082.jpgWetland RestorationThe $3 million dollar wetland restoration project was recently completed at Huntley Meadows. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p1100810.jpgBoardwalkThe boardwalk at Huntley Meadows leads visitors into the heart of the wetland. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/otter-3.jpgRiver OtterObservant hikers may spot a river otter in the wetland. Photo by Ed Eider. 2014-05-08T19:04:32+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/05/08/got-plants-get-answers/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/image14.jpgGreen Spring Gardens2014-05-08T13:42:17+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/04/29/archaeology-in-a-digital-age/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/1184d-virtualcolchester1920.jpgVirtual Colchester2014-06-19T14:41:43+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/04/28/how-to-tame-your-dragonfly/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/dragon-2.jpgDragonflyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/dragon-1.jpgDragonfly2017-07-20T21:22:00+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/04/24/county-residents-are-taking-back-the-forest/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/img_4211-copy.jpgTake Back the ForestEmployees from REI (Recreation Equipment, Inc.) stores in Fairfax and Tysons joined Invasive Management Area (IMA) program site leaders and Fairfax County Park Authority staff at Nottoway Park on April 2, 2014, to mark the start of the Park Authority’s Take Back the Forest initiative.2014-04-24T13:21:47+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/02/24/riverbends-bluebell-watch-has-begun/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/pink-blossoms-april-2014.jpgPink blossoms April 2014https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/bluebells-begin-to-take-over-april-2014.jpgBluebells begin to take over April 2014https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/bumblebee-and-bluebell-2.jpgBumblebee and Bluebell (2)Bumblebees are big fans of bluebells, too.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/bluebells-march-27-2014.jpgBluebells March 27, 2014https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/blubells-in-the-snow-march-2014.jpgBluebells in the snow March 2014https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/sessile-trillium.jpgSessile trilliumSessile trilliumhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/harbinger-of-spring-in-bloom.jpgHarbinger of Spring in bloomHarbinger of spring in bloom.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/bluebells-3-13-2014-copy.jpgVirginia BluebellsVirginia bluebells push through the floodplain at Riverbend Park.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/bluebells-3-13-2014.jpgBluebells 3-13-2014Virginia bluebells push through the floodplain at Riverbend Park.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/bluebells-late-february-2014.jpgVirginia Bluebells late Feb 2014Virginia bluebells resemble dark purple spinach leaves. 2014-04-09T19:31:56+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/03/19/one-thousand-tires-removed-from-elklick-preserve/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/tires-02-25-14.jpgTires at Flatlick ShopOver 1,500 tires were removed from Elklick Woodlands Natural Area and Preserve. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/jenni_michael_eagle_scout-127.jpgTire PileVolunteers stacked tires to be hauled away. Photo by Jenni Freret.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/jenni_michael_eagle_scout-125.jpgRetrieving TiresAn Eagle Scout organized the removal of 500 tires. Photo by Jenni Freret.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/jenni_michael_eagle_scout-070.jpgDiscarded TiresPhoto by Jenni Freret.2014-03-19T15:27:22+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/03/13/doing-something-about-invasive-plants/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/tear-thumb-6-10-05-saratoga.jpgTear Thumbhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/mimosa-7-20-05-stoneybrook.jpgMimosahttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/garlic-mustard2_4may05.jpgGarlic Mustard2014-03-13T12:39:50+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/03/11/wow-your-toddler-with-a-trip-to-the-farm/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/photo-3.jpgLambshttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/photo-2.jpgChickenhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/photo-1.jpgSow and piglets2014-03-11T18:15:26+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/03/06/staff-manages-snakehead-threat-at-huntley-meadows-park/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1120594.jpgElectrofishingStaff use electro-fishing equipment to shock and count fish. Snakeheads are removed. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p1120591.jpgElectrofishingStaff use electro-fishing equipment to shock and count fish. Snakeheads are removed. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/dscn5002.jpgDead SnakeheadsThirty-three Northern snakeheads were removed from the central wetland last fall.2016-04-25T01:01:42+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/02/24/whats-going-on-at-the-mill/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/dsc_7772.jpgColvin Run Mill Restoration Workhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/dsc_7705.jpgColvin Run Mill Restoration Workhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/dsc_7678.jpgColvin Run Mill Restoration Work2014-02-24T18:23:10+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/02/06/shared-stewardship-versus-stolen-history/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/3.jpgArchaeologists at workInterns excavate a long-forgotten brick chimney base.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/2.jpgJames Lee CenterThe smallest artifacts are examined in the lab. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/1.jpgOld Colchester Park and PreserveA CART staff member and a volunteer Investigate the Old Colchester Park and Preserve.2014-02-06T20:26:10+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/02/04/mysterious-timbers-unearthed-at-sully/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/sully-4.jpgChris SperlingArchaeologist Chris Sperling investigates the mysterious timbers.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/sully-2.jpgMysterious TimbersMysterious timbers lie in a ditch dug by a utilities company.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/sully-1.jpgExcavated TimbersMysterious timbers were found in an excavated trench.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/meaursing-stick-is-39-and-one-third-inches.jpgExcavated TimbersThe black and white measuring stick is 39 1/3 inches long. 2014-02-04T18:52:45+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/01/31/frying-pan-celebrates-15-years-of-acoustic-jams/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/acoustic-jam.jpgAcoustic JamAcoustic Jams have been held in the Country Store for 15 years.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/dsc_1632.jpgAcoustic JamBluegrass can be heard twice a month at Frying Pan Farm Park during Acoustic Jams. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/dsc_1627.jpgAcoustic JamMusicians jam in the Dig Into History exhibit at Frying Pan Farm Park.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/dsc_1623.jpgAcoustic JamMusicians play bluegrass in the balcony at Frying Pan Farm Park's visitor center.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/dsc_1612.jpgJam-iversary CakeFrying Pan Farm Park had a party to celebrate the Acoustic Jam's fifteenth anniversary. 2014-01-31T19:57:49+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/01/17/keeping-fairfax-county-blue/2014-01-17T19:09:01+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2014/01/15/tree-commission-celebrates-fallen-champion/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_7077.jpgVirginia pine ringsOne hundred twenty-five rings were counted in this cross-section of the tree. Photo by Sean Bahrami. 2016-03-06T23:35:45+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/12/19/keeping-promises-at-colvin-run-mill/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc_7607.jpgDSC_7607https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc_7597.jpgDSC_7597https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc_7560.jpgDSC_7560https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc_7515.jpgDSC_7515https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc_7493.jpgDSC_7493https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc_7429.jpgDSC_7429https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc_7319.jpgDSC_7319https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_0630.jpgIMG_0630https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_0600.jpgIMG_0600https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_0476.jpgColvin Run Mill Restoration2014-04-08T22:55:45+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/12/11/wetland-restoration-project-starts-to-sing/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pintails.jpgPintailsWaterfowl such as pintails and northern shovelers may be seen in the wetland.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/northern-shoveler.jpgNorthern shovelerhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/leapordfrogseder.jpgSouthern Leopard FrogsSouthern leopard frogs, one of the least common frog species in Northern Virginia, are already benefitting from the expanded wetland.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/20131024-construction19.jpgWetland Restoration ProjectThe wetland restoration project at Huntley Meadows Park is nearly complete.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/21-august-2013-48.jpgWetland Restoration Project2014-02-11T13:34:25+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/10/23/my-favorite-drive/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/draft-horses-jesse-and-michael-in-the-snow-copy.jpgDraft Horses Jesse and Michael in the snow copyDraft horses Jesse and Michael after a December 2009 blizzard.2014-01-08T18:16:46+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/12/18/something-old-something-new/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/species-asio-otus-2.jpgLong-eared OwlLong-eared Owlhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/holly-berries-snow-207.jpgHolly berries and snowSnow-covered holly berries2014-03-12T13:21:35+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/12/09/holiday-hustle-and-bustle-calmed-at-frying-pan-farm-park/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/p1010009.jpgWagon Ride2013-12-09T16:14:59+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/12/03/flying-squirrels-gliders-of-the-night/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc_0069.jpgFlying Squirrelhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc_0067.jpgFlying SquirrelFlying squirrels are shy and prefer to enter nest boxes from the side. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/dsc_0061.jpgFlying SquirrelFlying squirrels love peanut butter. 2013-12-03T13:39:13+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/11/15/fairfax-countys-favorite-park-prepares-for-winter/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/burke-lake-in-november.jpgBurke Lake in NovemberBurke Lake Park remains a popular destination even during the cold months.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/train-storage.jpgTrain storageThe miniature train will emerge from the garage next spring.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/marina.jpgMarinaThe boathouse is locked and shuttered. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/leaning-picnic-table.jpgLeaning picnic tablePicnic tables are leaned against trees to prevent water damage.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/grill-covered.jpgGrill coveredGrills are covered to prevent rusting. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/carousel-with-no-top.jpgBurke Lake CarouselThe carousel's canvas top and the antique horses have been removed and stored. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/carousel-animals.jpgCarousel animalsThe carousel's antique horses have been stabled, but a few animals remain.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/canoes.jpgCanoesCanoes will be repaired.2013-11-18T00:49:03+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/11/08/candlelight-tours-illuminate-200-years-of-holiday-celebrations-at-sully/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/10-candle-light_0147.jpgSully Candlelight Tourshttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/candlelight-12_0544.jpgCarolershttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/candlelight-12_0504.jpgCandlelight Tourhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/candlelight-12_0363.jpgCresset Torchhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/reading.jpgSully Candlelight Tourshttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/outside075.jpgSully Candleight Tourshttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/candlelight-2.jpgSully Candlelight Tours2013-11-08T14:32:05+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/10/17/photobombing-coyotes-and-other-things-that-go-bump-in-the-night-in-parks/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/riverbend-fox.jpgFox at Riverbend ParkThis fox has unusual markings. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/riverbend-coyote.jpgCoyote at Riverbend ParkThis coyote was photographed at Riverbend Park. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pict0026.jpgCoyote at ECLA coyote is drawn to bait placed at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/coyote-pair.jpgPair of coyotes at ECLA pair of coyotes search for food at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park. 2013-10-20T13:40:05+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/10/15/lets-make-history/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_6813.jpgProject Enlightenmenthttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_6804.jpgProject Enlightenmenthttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_6791.jpgProject Enlightenmenthttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_6789.jpgProject Enlightenmenthttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_6785.jpgProject Enlightenment2013-10-15T13:42:35+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/10/09/deer-and-forest-balance-and-management/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/deer-management-sign.jpgFairfax County Deer Management Sign2013-10-09T12:58:12+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/10/01/looks-nice-outside/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_0150.jpgFall Colors2013-10-01T18:07:09+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/09/12/frying-pan-says-good-bye-to-popular-horse/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/michael.jpgMichael the Percheron draft horsehttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/michael-and-jessie-9-15-11-009.jpgMichael and JessiePercheron draft horseshttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/michael-2.jpgMichael the Percheron draft horse2013-10-13T19:38:07+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/09/05/interns-invasives-introductions-identifications/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/caitlin-lundquist-khakis-and-melissa-letosky.jpgCaitlin Lundquist and Melissa LetoskyInterns Caitlin Lundquist (right) and Melissa Letosky spent the summer in the field.2013-09-05T18:49:11+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/08/26/my-friend-and-yours-buddy-the-wolf/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/buddy-and-slapshot.jpgBuddy and SlapshotBuddy the Wolf enjoys playing street hockey with Washington Capitals' mascot Slapshot. 2013-08-26T13:52:53+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/08/16/summer-snakes-not-to-be-feared-just-respected/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/copperhead-at-blp-mini-golf.jpgNorthern CopperheadNorthern copperheads are the only venomous snakes found in Northern Virginia.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/copperhead-at-blp-mini-golf-2.jpgNorthern CopperheadCopperheads are most active at night but can also move around or bask in sunshine during the daytime. 2013-08-17T11:04:58+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/07/26/finding-love-in-all-the-right-places/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/dscf0339.jpgTim SargeantTim Sargeant, Dominion Virginia Powerhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/dscf0330.jpgJames PattesonJames Patteson, director, Fairfax County Department of Public Works and Environmental Serviceshttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/dscf0327.jpgAnthony VellucciAnthony Vellucci, Braddock District representative to the Fairfax County Park Authority Boardhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/dscf0311.jpgBobbi LongworthBobbi Longworth, executive director, Fairfax County Park Foundationhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/dscf0305.jpgWakefield Run Stream Restorationhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/dsc_0991.jpg????????????????????????????https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/dsc_0915.jpgLaura GrapeLaura Grape, executive director, Northern Virginia Soil and Water Conservation Districthttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/dsc_0907.jpgWakefield Run Stream Restorationhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/dsc_0894.jpgGroundbreakinghttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/dsc_0880.jpgJohn CookBraddock District Supervisor John Cook2013-07-29T11:44:59+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/07/22/general-store-gets-a-general-makeover/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/crm-4.jpgColvin Run Mill General Store Interiorhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/crm-3.jpgColvin Run Mill General Store Porchhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/crm-2.jpgColvin Run Mill General Storehttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/crm-1.jpgColvin Run Mill Historic Site2013-07-22T12:19:34+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/07/19/teens-digs-toys-and-antiquities-a-new-archaeology-program-at-eclp/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/dairy-ruins.jpgDairy Ruins at WalneyArchaeology program participants may find artifacts from the 1700s and 1800s, or even older. 2013-07-19T21:49:36+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/03/20/construction-begins-on-the-huntley-meadows-wetlands-restoration-project/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/king-rail-summer-huntley-meadows.jpgKing RailA healthy hemi-marsh is perfect habitat or the King Rail and other waterfowl.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/wildlife-montage.jpgWildlife MontageA healthy hemi-marsh provides habitat for a diverse variety of wildlife.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/water-control-system.jpgWater control systemA water control system will allow park staff to maintain a consistent water depth.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/hemi-marsh.jpgHemi-marshA project has begun to restore the central wetland at Huntley Meadows Park. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/beaver.jpgBeaver2013-07-19T12:24:23+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/07/16/the-gardeners-bag-of-tricks/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/gardeners-tools.jpgGardening ToolsGardeners choose tools that work well and stick with them. 2013-07-16T18:13:31+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/07/10/saving-nature-by-learning-to-live-with-it-the-benefits-of-native-plants/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/backyard_0009.jpgBackyard HabitatReplacing turf lawns with native plants creates favorable habitat for wildlife.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/dsc_0850.jpgMonarch ButterflyWhere have all the Monarchs gone?2013-07-17T21:42:18+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/07/02/view-from-the-tower/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/red-winged-blackbird.jpgRed-winged Blackbirdhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/osprey.jpgOspreyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/green-heron.jpgGreen Heron2013-07-06T17:39:33+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/06/14/marge-says/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/water-ex_061413_0060.jpgWater Aerobics ClassSeniors get exercise and catch up with friends during a water aerobics for arthritis at South Run RECenter. 2013-06-14T15:46:10+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/06/10/sully-antique-car-show-40-and-fabulous/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/11-car-show_0005.jpgAntique Car Show at Sully Historic SiteThe antique car show at Sully Historic Site has been a Father's Day tradition for 40 years.2013-06-10T18:35:53+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/06/05/the-wild-side-of-frying-pan-farm-park/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/img_5423.jpgGreen HeronA green heron perches above the wetland.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/file0005_edited-1.jpgForest Edge The forest provides habitat for a variety of birds and animals. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/tree-swallow.jpgTree SwallowA tree swallow rests on a bluebird nesting box at Frying Pan Farm Park.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/great-blue-heron.jpgGreat Blue HeronA Great Blue Heron stalks its prey at Frying Pan Farm Park. 2013-07-26T13:20:13+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/05/24/fish-on-the-move-huntsman-lake-to-be-drained-later-this-year/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/dsc_0345.jpgFish Rescue at Huntsman LakeContractors remove fish from Huntsman Lake. 2016-06-17T12:59:23+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/05/21/local-golfer-takes-aim-at-playing-in-u-s-amateur-public-links-championship/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/laurel-hill-162.jpgLaurel Hill #16Laurel Hill Golf Club is built on land that formerly housed the D.C. Department of Corrections facility at Lorton. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/jpm12754.jpgJackson LizardoJackson Lizardo, a graduate of Oakton High School and current sophomore at Niagara University, hopes to qualifiy for the 2013 U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship at Laurel Hill Golf Club.2013-05-21T17:51:43+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/05/10/flood-watch-2013-rising-waters-at-riverbend-park/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/picture-12.jpgPotomac Heritage TrailThe water takes over the Potomac Heritage Trail. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/picture-11.jpgDragonfly ExoskeletonDragonflies are emerging from the water and leaving behind their exoskeletons on fence posts. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/picture-10.jpgCanada GeeseThe Canada Geese hardly seem to mind the rising water in the picnic area near the kayak racks.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/picture-9.jpgDark Fishing SpiderA Dark Fishing Spider spins a safety harness out of silk on a fence post.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/picture-8.jpgQueen SnakeThis Queen Snake has found an artistic way to avoid the rising waters.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/picture-7.jpgSnake on a Fencehttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/picture-6.jpgSnake TracksTracks of snakes in the mud show evidence of those that evacuated early.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/picture-5.jpgNorthern Watersnake in Flood This Northern Water Snake looks for a safe place away from curious school children and rising waters. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/picture-4.jpgNorthern WatersnakeThis Northern Water Snake hangs out on the bottom railing of the walkway as water levels rise.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/picture-3.jpgRiverbend Park Flooding The boat ramp closes when water levels get too high to safely launch. 2013-05-11T02:54:59+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/05/08/spotlight-on-george-thigpen-park-employee-and-artist/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/young-girl-in-color.jpgYoung girl in colorhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/george-thigpens-father.jpgGeorge Thigpen's fatherhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/frida-kahlo.jpgFrida Kahlohttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/best-in-show.jpgBest In Showhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/afghani-girl.jpgAfghani Girl Thigpen recreated the famous Afghani Girl from the cover of 1985 National Geographic using small pieces of cut paper.2021-03-28T18:24:59+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/04/29/help-colvin-run-mill-win-100k/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/200th-crm_0120.jpgLoading the HopperThe miller pours corn into the hopper to be ground. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/1-earliest-crm-photo.jpgColvin Run Millhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/vote-button-pip-sml-final1.jpgVote button PIP sml finalhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/vote-button-pip-sml-final.jpgVote for Colvin Run Millhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/dsc_0167.jpgColvin Run MillColvin Run Mill is competing to win $100,000 in restoration funding. Vote for the mill at www.partnersinpreservation.com.2013-04-29T21:18:46+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/04/17/spring-ephemerals-in-bloom-at-hidden-oaks/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/virginia-bluebells.jpgVirginia bluebellsVirginia bluebellshttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/squirrel-corn.jpgSquirrel CornSquirrel's Cornhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/spice-bush.jpgSpice bushSpice Bushhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/red-bud.jpgRed budRed Budhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/mayapple.jpgMayappleMayapple2013-04-17T12:58:55+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/03/04/riverbend-parks-bluebell-watch-has-begun/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/groups-of-bluebells.jpgVirginia Bluebells in bloomWe've finally reached the peak time to view the Virginia bluebells at Riverbend Park.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/bluebells-along-the-path.jpgVirginia bluebells along the pathCome enjoy the trails lined with Virginia bluebells.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/blooms-up-close.jpgVirginia bluebell blooms up closeThe Virginia bluebells are in full bloom. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/bluebells-april-1.jpgVirginia Bluebells Spreading Across the FloodplainVirginia bluebells are beginning to carpet the floodplain.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/bluebell-flower-buds-april-1.jpgFlowering Virginia BluebellsDeep purple buds are beginning to flower.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/early-flower-buds-appearing.jpgBudding Virginia bluebellsFlower buds are beginning to appear. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/bluebells-filling-in-the-floodplain.jpgVirginia bluebellsVirginia bluebells are beginning to spread across the floodplain. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/group-of-bluebells-week-two.jpggroup of bluebells week twohttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/bluebell-leaves-week-two.jpgVirginia Bluebells week twoThe purplish leaves of Virginia bluebells are turning green.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/bluebells_0038.jpgVirginia Bluebells2013-04-10T18:49:26+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/04/08/naturalists-take-on-summer/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/atlantic-city-riverbend.jpgAtlantic CityRiverbend staff members Ethan Kuhnhenn, Julie Gurnee, and Michelle Brannon attended the American Camp Association's Tri-State Conference in Atlantic City, NJ. 2013-04-08T15:35:23+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/03/27/hidden-oaks-says-farewell-to-darling-the-eastern-rat-snake/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/black-rat-005.jpgEastern rat snakeDarling, an eastern rat snake, swallows a mouse. 2013-03-27T15:41:50+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/03/13/natural-materials-used-to-slow-stream-bank-erosion-at-huntley-meadows/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/img_5713.jpgIMG_5713https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/img_5697.jpgNatural Stream BlockagePark Authority staff members Jim Dewing and Dave Lawlor lash logs together.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/img_5608.jpgStream BlockageFallen logs are used to create a stream blockage to slow the flow of water and prevent stream bank erosion.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/img_5606.jpgIMG_5606https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/img_5603.jpgIMG_5603https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/img_5601.jpgIMG_5601https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/img_5595.jpgManpowerThe team moves heavy logs into place by hand.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/img_5583.jpgTractorA tractor moves heavy logs into place.2013-03-13T18:01:22+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/03/08/warming-up-to-winter-wildlife/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/hoof-prints-in-the-snow1.jpgHoof prints in the snowDeer leave hoof prints in the snow.2013-03-08T13:29:01+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/03/06/a-wonder-of-winter-a-harbinger-of-spring/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/wood-frog-eggs.jpgWood Frog EggsFemale wood frogs can lay over 1,000 eggs.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/wood-frogs-051.jpgWood Frogs in the Pondhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/wood-frog-camoflauge.jpgWood Frog CamouflageWood frogs' camouflage help them blend into their surroundings. 2013-03-06T14:47:38+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/02/22/one-womans-efforts-lead-to-recreational-opportunities-for-hispanic-youth/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/zumbatomics-at-providence-rec.jpgZumbatomics at Providence RECEveryone was moving in the Zumbatomic class at Providence RECenter.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/reptiles-and-amphibians-2.jpgReptiles and Amphibians 2Suzanne Holland teaches children about reptiles and amphibians at Hidden Oaks Nature Center.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/monarch-migration-at-woodrow-wilson-library.jpgMonarch Migration at Woodrow Wilson LibraryChildren participated in a monarch migration and release program at Woodrow Wilson Library in Falls Church. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/monarch-migration-at-woodrow-wilson-library-2.jpgMonarch Migration at Woodrow Wilson Library 2https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/cf-at-monarch-migration-at-woodrow-wilson-library.jpgCF at Monarch Migration at Woodrow Wilson Libraryhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/carmen-fernandez-1.jpgCarmen FernandezCarmen Fernandez2013-02-22T19:37:35+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/02/08/murals-spread-smiles-at-providence-recenter/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/ginger-colon-wedding-cake.jpgWedding CakeColón is a former professional cake decorator.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/prov-wall-art_0004.jpgBeach sceneProvidence staff were painted in a beach scene for Colón's summer mural.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/young-turtle.jpgYoung turtlehttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/two-turtles.jpgTwo turtleshttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/tropical-fish.jpgTropical fishhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/staff-snowball-fight.jpgStaff snowball fightProvidence staff engage in a snowball fight.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/octopus.jpgOctopushttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/mtn-climbing.jpgMountain climbingColón paints coworkers in humorous settings.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/ginger-and-polar-bear-zoom.jpgGinger Colón and her ice-skating polar bearAquatic Supervior Ginger Colón's artwork is livens up walls and windows at Providence RECenter, https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/crab.jpgCrab2013-02-08T18:30:20+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/02/07/a-whiff-of-winter-witch-hazel/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/imgp8911.jpgH. virginiana "Harvest Moon"H. virginiana "Harvest Moon"https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/imgp0775.jpgH. Intermedia "Feuerzauber"H. Intermedia "Feuerzauber"https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/imgp0708.jpgH. Intermedia "Strawberries and Cream""Strawberries and Cream" is a popular variety of witch hazel.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/dsc_1841.jpgH. Intermedia "Winter Beauty"Winter Beauty blooms near the historic mansion.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/imgp2637.jpgH. Intermedia "Jelena"Jelena's colorful blooms and subtle fragrance brighten up a winter day.2013-02-07T16:34:05+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/02/01/a-walk-on-a-winters-day-at-riverbend-park/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/riverscape.jpgCanada geese on the Potomac Riverhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/img_0957.jpgPotomac Riverhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/ice-branch-burke-lake.jpgBranch with icehttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/dsc_0027.jpgCanada gooseCanada goosehttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/winter-leaves.jpgWinter leaves2013-02-01T18:52:37+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/01/28/view-on-nature-woodpeckers/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/red-bellied-woodpecker1.jpgRed-bellied woodpeckerRed-bellied woodpeckerhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/hairy-woodpecker.jpgHairy woodpeckerHairy woodpeckerhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/pileated-woodpecker.jpgPileated woodpeckerPileated woodpecker2020-09-05T22:14:41+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/01/25/seed-saving-your-source-for-free-plants-and-sharing/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/seed-exchange-2.jpgSeed Exchange 2Swap your seeds! Photo by Kathy Jentz.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/seed-exchange.jpgSeed ExchangeAre you saving your seeds? Photo by Kathy Jentz. 2013-01-25T14:14:37+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/01/24/riverbend-park-truly-a-winter-wonderland/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/red-bellied-woodpecker.jpgRed-Bellied WoodpeckerA Red-Bellied Woodpecker clings to the smallest feeder, scaring the smaller birds away.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/black-eyed-junco.jpgBlack-eyed JuncoA Black-Eyed Junco takes a break on the snow-covered bench outside the visitor’s center. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/tufted-titmouse-and-carolina-chickadees.jpgTufted Titmouse and Carolina ChickadeesA Tufted Titmouse is joined by two Carolina Chickadees at the feeders.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/northern-cardinal.jpgNorthern CardinalA Northern Cardinal perches near the bird feeders at Riverbend Park.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/riverbend-walking-onto-snowy-deck.jpg2013-01-24T19:12:39+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/01/22/volunteering-at-hidden-pond-not-just-for-kids-anymore/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/profiles-vol_0012.jpgProfiles Vol_0012Volunteers enjoy the dynamic environment at Hidden Pond Nature Center.2013-01-22T15:43:53+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/01/17/unwrapping-the-milky-way-at-riverbend-park/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/milky-way-derek-rowley-derekscope.jpgMilky Way Derek-Rowley-DerekscopeThe Milky Way Galaxy can be seen on dark,clear nights. Photo by Derek Rowley.2021-10-01T10:14:57+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2013/01/11/what-to-feed-birds-when-your-kid-is-allergic-to-nuts/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/birdfeeder.jpgBirdfeederhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/dsc_0783.jpgDSC_07832013-01-16T20:32:08+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2012/12/03/puzzling-the-past/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/img1715.jpgArtifactsArtifacts help archaeologists and historians understand the past.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/hh-after-best.jpgHistoric HuntleyHistorians are still unraveling mysteries at Historic Huntley in Alexandria.2012-12-04T18:13:18+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2012/11/21/girl-scout-leaders-find-resourceful-partner-in-park-authority/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/scouts-w-horse-at-fp.jpgGirl Scouts at Frying Pan Farm ParkGirl Scouts meet a horse at Frying Pan Farm Park.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/girl-scouts-art-2.jpgGirl ScoutA Girl Scout works on an art project in a RECenter.2012-12-11T19:23:29+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2012/11/13/new-bluegrass-barn-series-brings-appalachian-music-to-frying-pan/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/fp-vis_0003.jpgFrying Pan Farm Park Visitor CenterBluegrass Barn concerts are held in the visitor center.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/appalachian-flyer.jpgAppalachian FlyerAppalachian Flyerhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/2012-bluegrass-barn-flyer.jpg2012 Bluegrass Barn - Flyerhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/fp-concert_0056.jpgDavid Peterson and 1946David Peterson and 1946 played the first concert in the new Bluegrass Barn Series at Frying Pan Farm Park.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/acoustic-jam.jpgAcoustic JamBluegrass musicians gather in the Country Store at Frying Pan Farm Park for an acoustic jam session. 2012-11-13T19:09:00+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2012/10/09/on-one-day-make-a-difference/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/vol-fest-023.jpgVolunteerFest 2During VolunteerFest 2011, 253 volunteers removed 115 bags of invasive plants.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/vol-fest-018.jpgVolunterFestMake a difference by restoring parkland.2012-10-09T19:16:18+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2012/09/12/treasures-in-silence-at-hidden-pond/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/dsc_0084a.jpgDSC_0084aPileated Woodpeckerhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/waxwings_0016.jpgwaxwings_0016Cedar Waxwinghttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/red-bellied-woodpecker_0011.jpgred bellied woodpecker_0011Red-bellied Woodpecker2012-09-12T13:41:11+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2012/09/06/civil-war-sesquicentennial-event-held-at-ox-hill-battlefield-park/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/dsc8144_0811.jpgBill BouieChairman of the Park Authority Board Bill Bouie saving a piece of the Ox Hill Battlefield was the right thing to do.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/west-ox-5_0180.jpgTapsJari Villanueva of the Federal City Brass Band plays taps during the wreath laying ceremony.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/dsc8094_0762.jpgMatt DevorSgt. Matthew Devor of Stribling’s Battery warns the crowd to cover their ears.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/west-ox-12_0705.jpgStraw SoldiersChildren played old-fashioned games and made straw soldiers.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/west-ox-5_0183.jpgWreath LayingJohn McAnaw, the past president of the Bull Run Civil War Round Table, and Ed Wenzel, trustee of the Kearny and Stevens Monuments at Ox Hill, salute during the wreath laying service.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/west-ox-12_0454.jpgOx Hill ProclamationSully District Supervisor Michael Frey, Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova, and Springfield District Supervisor Pat Herrity proclaim September 1 as Battle of Ox Hill Day in Fairfax County. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/west-ox-12_0360.jpgArtillery DemonstrationStribling's Battery led artillery demonstrations.2012-09-06T15:53:20+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2012/08/16/no-such-thing-as-a-bad-day-fishing/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/dsc_5447-a.jpgFish2012-08-16T14:16:41+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2012/08/08/advancing-northern-snakeheads-thwarted-at-huntley-meadows-park/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/snakefish-school.jpgSnakefish schoolThe severity of the Northern Snakehead problem was made clear this summer when, during a survey at Old Colchester Park and Preserve, Park Authority staff spotted this dark cloud in a tidal marsh near the Occoquan River. It was identified as a “fry ball,” or a group of 10,000-15,000 newly hatched snakeheads. https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/p1070976.jpgSnakeheads 2011Two large snakeheads were netted in the central wetland at Huntley Meadows Park in 2011.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/shocker-and-nets.jpgShocker and NetsHeather Ambrose, Shannon Curtis, Eric Forbes and Dave Lawlor shock, net, and count fish in Dogue Creek at Huntley Meadows Park in 2010. No snakeheads were found during this survey.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/20080913_potomac-little-hunting_09.jpgSnakeheadNorthern Snakeheads have razor sharp teeth.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/snakehead-at-hmp.jpgSnakehead at HMPFormer Huntley Meadows Park staff member Danielle McCallum holds a 17” Northern snakehead caught while electro-fishing Dogue Creek in 2008. This was the first snakehead caught in the park.2014-10-13T05:04:45+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2012/07/25/ima-volunteers-share-memorable-wildlife-encounters/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/huntley-6-06-023.jpgBeaverBeavers are a common sight in lakes and creeks.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/get-wild-stacked-logo.jpgGet WildJuly is Parks & Recreation Month.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/coyote-pup.jpgCoyote pupIMA Volunteerhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/get-wild-web-banner.jpgGet Wild Web Bannerhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/ima.jpgIMAIMA volunteers work together to restore parkland by removing invasive plant species and planting native 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cake."2012-06-07T12:13:14+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2012/05/30/certified-interpretive-guides-connect-residents-to-resources/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/cig-2008-19.jpgMona Enquist-JohnstonCertified Interpretive Trainer Mona Enquist-Johnston leads a CIG class at Green Spring Gardens.2012-05-30T18:41:57+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2012/05/25/nature-in-your-own-backyard/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/p1030149-2.jpgFeet in the sandAhh, the simple joy of burying your feet in the sand.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc_0174-2.jpgWood pile"What can we do with these logs?"https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc_0034_edited-2.jpgPicking flowersYou can't smell the flowers from the living room.2012-05-25T18:18:29+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2012/05/11/millers-gather-at-colvin-run-mill-for-special-workshop/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dscn0954.jpgSPOOM Miller TrainingMillers came from across the country to learn about Colvin Run Mill.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dscn0955.jpgMason MaddoxMiller Mason Maddox discusses the inner workings of the mill.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dscn0949.jpgColvin Run MillColvin Run Mill is a restored c. 1811 gristmill.2013-01-09T02:42:32+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2012/04/30/great-parks-great-food/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/img0038.jpgChickensChickens provide fresh eggs at Frying Pan Farm Park.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/lorton-fm_0026.jpgLorton Farmers MarketFarm-fresh produce.2012-05-01T13:21:01+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2012/04/25/grassroots-efforts-grow-skate-parks/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/wakefield-skate-park-logo-official.jpgWakefield Skate Park Logo officialhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/dsc_8199.jpgLaunch RampA launch ramp shoots skaters into the air.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/wakefield-skate-park-rendering-2.jpgFuture Wakefield Skate Park ExpansionThe expansion will be built in the skate plaza style and feature street skating elements.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/skate-park-gb_0047.jpgWakefield Skate Park GroundbreakingLocal youth skaters helped break ground for the expansion of Wakefield Skate Park.2012-04-25T15:24:13+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2012/04/16/become-your-own-health-advocate/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/take-12-steps-for-community-health-logo.jpgTake 12 Steps for Community Health logohttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/healthy-strides-race-2012.jpgHealthy Strides Race 20122012-04-16T13:41:02+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2012/04/09/lawn-runoff-fuels-duckweed-problem-at-hidden-pond/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/soil-test-kit.jpgSoil Test KitSoil test kits help homeowners choose the correct about of fertilizer for their lawns.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/hidden-pond-duckweed-3.jpgDuckweedDuckweed grows on the surface of Hidden Pond.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/ded-h-pond_0124.jpgNetting ProgramChildren use nets to explore Hidden Pond.2012-04-09T15:21:26+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2012/04/02/new-boot-brush-stations-curb-hitchhiking-seeds/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/boot-brush-station-sign.jpgBoot Brush Station SignA sign identifies common invasive species.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/gbwavy-grass_0076.jpgWavyleaf BasketgrassWavyleaf Basketgrasshttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/boot-brush-station-courtesy-of-best-exhibits.jpgBoot Brush Station courtesy of Best ExhibitsBoot brush stations will capture hitchhiking seeds.2012-04-02T15:23:15+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2012/03/26/trail-planner-liz-cronauer-discusses-park-authority-trail-development/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/0611-trails-day_0153.jpgLake Fairfax TrailsThe Lake Fairfax trail network continues to grow.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/dscn2253.jpgLong Branch Stream ValleyFlooding from remnants of Tropical Storm Lee ravaged trails throughout the county last September.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/clarks-branch-dedication_0135.jpgLiz CronauerTrail Program Manager Liz Cronauer speaks at the 2010 opening of the Clarks Branch Crossing bridge in Riverbend Park.https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/img0862.jpgCCT MarkerThe Cross County Trail connects the Potomac River in the north to the Occoquan River in the south.2012-03-26T19:46:40+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2012/03/20/controlled-burning-as-a-management-tool-for-fairfax-county-parkland/2012-12-04T20:59:01+00:00monthlyhttps://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/2012/03/12/mike-bonneville-discusses-rec-pac-summer-camps/https://ourstoriesandperspectives.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/2011-recpac_0063.jpgRec-PAC CampersRec-PAC 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