Madison County Blue Ridge Mountain December Snow

Traveling south from Culpeper on route 29. There is a clear view of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Madison County. I caught a snow storm coming over the mountains this afternoon. Not much snow in the lower altitudes. The mountains are blue with a soft shade of white. There are few views that rival this one when the seasons change. See an earlier blog post from the spring.

Depot Christmas Card - Merry Christmas from Culpeper VA

I took this picture tonight as I was leaving the Depot.  It was cold and quiet. I saw the tree so bright, an adornment to the Town. It made me pause and consider Christmas and how many things there are to be thankful for. As I posted the picture, it reminded me of a Christmas card. So here it is,  Merry Christmas from Culpeper Virginia.

Culpeper Holiday Open House - Holiday Music

A perfect day to enjoy the Christmas music, stroll the downtown, 

enjoy great food, shop at world class stores, and enjoy the perfect weather.  

All in Old Town Culpeper Virginia 

Culpeper Holiday Open House - Mini Donut anyone?

Come to Downtown Culpeper today and say hello to "Donut".  She is visiting the downtown today to celebrate the Holiday Open House. Donut says that Santa should be here any minute and she cannot wait to give him her Christmas list. Could she be thinking Chocolates from the Frenchman's Corner, a new accessory from Reigning Cats & Dogs, possibly a new Radio Flyer Wagon to pull her young friends in from Clark Hardware. I hear that she also likes Brighton from Pepperberries (wink wink). Lots of options here today. "Donut" struck a pose for her favorite Non-Profit - Cavallini di Amore "Love of Miniture Horses" (and Donkeys) who support her in great ways with Brandy Manor Miniatures. What a great day to visit Culpeper to shop for the Holiday's. 

Trees of November - Culpeper - Heart of Virginia's Piedmont

Trees of November in the Virginia Piedmont. Colors are magnificent right thru November. Maples, Japanese Maples, and Ginko's are especially bright. The traditional and antebellum architecture in Old Town Culpeper are adorned by a timeless beauty - Trees of the Virginia Piedmont.

Madison County Virginia Scenic Route 29

Enter at your own risk. This was a 

combination that I could not pass up. 

Completely coincidental - Ox and Cart 

with the Bright Red "Welcome" 

flag in the background. Watch for 

this as you travel south from Culpeper

through Madison County on Route 29. 

The next right leads to a fine vintage stop... 

Street Art @ Downtown Culpeper VA

The Lion looks so relaxed and yet with 

Eyes Wide Open... 

What is the Lion saying?  

What does he see? 

It is worth a cup of coffee and a stroll by to investigate. 

One of many street art compositions near the 

Amtrak Station known as The Depot. 

Something to do while waiting for the 

Northeast Regional to Washington DC or Boston

Do you Feel the Heat

Paranormal Activity in Culpeper

Magnificent Fall Foliage Illuminated 

by the sunrise. Someone forgot to tell

the Three Friendly Ghosts. I even got

a few waves from them... I guess they 

are getting ready for Halloween. 

The avenue's will be full of 

Trick-or-Treaters tomorrow night. 

Not quite Paranormal for Culpeper, 

Small Town fun - quite normal. 

Orchard Winesap Apples at the Foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains

Winesap Apples at Jenkins Orchard. Located in 

Foothills of the Virginia Piedmont. The views of

the Blue Ridge Mountains to and from the 

orchard from Culpeper are spectacular. 

Visit soon for peak foliage viewing. 

Guilty Black Snake in Culpeper?

Drove up next to this Black Snake. It did not move.

It just stayed in one place as if I was not supposed 

to see it. When you open the full picture, 

the snake eyes look guilty of something. 

Could have something to do with all of

 those unusual ripples in the body. 

Life in Culpeper....

Autumn on display in Old Town Culpeper VA

A favorite place in Old Town Culpeper. The 

seasons are always on display in this setting. 

This photo has the makings of a local painting. 

The house appears to be smiling at passers by. 

A friendly greeting to the autumn season.

Piedmont Country Scene- Rappahannock County Virginia

A classic country scene found along a country road

in Rappahannock County. Located at the base of the 

Blue Ridge Mountains near Old Rag Mountain. 

Simply Perfect in the Virginia Piedmont.

Pumpkin Patch Harvest

Local Pumpkin Patch Near Culpeper VA

Jenkins Orchard - Woodville VA - Black Twig Apples

A rare find in Apple Varieties - Black Twig Apples

can be found at Jenkin's Orchard while supplies last. 

Hearty, Sweet, with a bit of a wine flavor. They have a 

longer than normal shelf life. Take Culpeper Route 

522 North West, pass thru Woodville and make a 

left to the Orchard just before Sperryville. 

They offer a wide variety of apples. 

Super Decathlon - Culpeper AirFest 2010 - What a Poser

You can almost hear the Weeeee as the Super 

Decathlon seems to be smling in flight. The wheels look

like happy eyes, with the air intake adding a big smile. 

The picture of a free spirited flight into 

the blue Culpeper Sky. What a Poser... 

Culpeper Airfest 2010 WWII Birds Takeoff

Culpeper Airfest 2010- L-39 Fly By

The 11th Annual Culpeper Airfest in perfect weather. 

This is an L-39 Jet which looks alot like a Russian MIG. 

One of the many fly by's today - this was the most spectacular. 

The changing tree colors in the background add a bright contrast. 

Culpeper Airfest 2010 - Vought F4U Corsair

This is one BAD Prop. I watched this bird jump 

off of the run way, scream down the flight path, go vertical, and 

bank hard left to takeoff tonight. She was as magnificent 

tonight as she must have been in WWII. The Enemy

used to call her Whistling Death for her diving sound 

just before releasing her fury. This is one of the finest looking 

aircraft that I have ever seen. Power and Beauty in One.

Come to the Culpeper 11th Annual Airfest to see this 

and more tomorrow Saturday October 9th from 10 AM  - 4 PM. 

Culpeper AirFest 2010 - Saturday October 9th 10AM-4PM

This is a rare pic of the only civilian owned 

Harrier Jet. The shot was taken at the

Culpeper AirFest 2009. This year's 

AirFest will be Amazing. The 

Program is posted @

www.CulpeperAirport.com

Calling all Culpeper Squirrels

Ok Guys - Here is the plan. Collect all of 

round brown things with a hard shell. 

Bring them to me and I will put 

them in a safe place. 

Ok let's go!!

Golden Ears of Corn

Close up of this corn field revealed a golden 

treat. Ears of corn ready for harvest. 

The sunshine brings out 

the contrast of natures

perfection

Culpeper Sports Complex

The soccer fields are among the best in the region. 

Most visiting teams from Northern Virginia, 

Fredericksburg, and Charlottesville 

comment on the quality of the fields

and the mountain views. 

A perfect place for 

tournaments... 

Ears of Corn, Eyes of Glory - The Fall Culpeper Story

The Morning Glories peaked out from the 

ears of corn like the eyes of a fictional

field character. The stalks squeaked

together and the crickets chirped 

to bring the field alive on the

 last day of summer - looking

forward to Fall....

Culpeper Food Closet @ St. Stephen's Episcopal Church

Consider making this a regular stop. As Fall arrives

and Winter approaches, the need increases. If you

are in downtown Culpeper, donating is easy and 

convenient. The Food Closet is in the rear of the 

Historic St. Stephen's Episcopal Church. 

Foreshadowing Fall - Autumn Colors in September

Perfect landing near Culpeper Airport. 

A good attempt to use the grass as camo.

Unfortunately the grass is still green in 

September.  I love the pattern symmetry

of the wings in contrast with 

the random layers of grass

drenched in sunshine.

Hawk Eye Culpeper Virginia

Driving along a roadway in Culpeper Virginia, 

I spotted this Hawk watching the cars go by.

 I stopped rolled the window down and took

several pics. The eye of the hawk and the detail 

of the head feathers remind me of an eagle. 

Summer Harvest for Culpeper Monarch

Walking in one of the many open fields

 in Culpeper County. This Monarch 

butterfly moved from clover 

to clover. She was not 

looking for the 4 leaf

 clover. Her summer 

harvest 

was in full bloom. 

I tried to sneak up behind 

her to catch a full wing spread. 

This was the best that she would 

allow. Probably showing her best side :-) 

Graffiti House - Brandy Station - Jeb Stuart Signature?

The image is a photo of one of the Civil War Period

signatures found on the wall of the Graffeti House. 

There are confirmed signatures from many soldiers with 

accompanying stories about them at the house in Culpeper 

County Virginia. The card at the bottom shows an authentic 

replica of a Jeb Stuart signature. Is the one on the wall from the 

General James Ewell Brown "Jeb" Stuart while he was preparing for the 

Battle of Brandy Station, the largest calvary battle of the Civil War?

Visit and judge for yourself. 

Brandy Station Battlefield

Brandy Station Battlefield - Location of the Largest

Calvary Battles of the Civil War. Accessible to the 

General Public near the Culpeper County Airport. 

Chess Board @ Vineyard in Culpeper County

This Super Sized Chess Board is located at 

Old House Vineyards just off of Route 3 in

the Stevensburg District of Culpeper County

Old House is a favorite venue for weddings, 

social gatherings, and entertainment. The Old 

House Vineyard selection of wines make this 

a worthwhile trip. The scenic views are soothing.... 

Empire Apples @ Jenkins Orchard Woodville Virginia

How many types of apples are grown at Jenkins Orchard?

The very best way to find out is to begin your search from 

Culpeper Virginia and take the hypnotically beautiful drive 

along Route 522. As you travel down tree covered two lane roads 

in the Fall, the sighs of freedom from busy Northern Virginia 

allow your mind to soak in the colors of the mountains. Traveling thru 

the charming town of Woodville Virginia and just before Sperryville

Virginia the sign for Jenkins Orchard indicates a left turn. 

Three miles to the Orchard will feel like a trip over the river 

and thru the woods... 

General A.P. Hill Boyhood Home Culpeper Virginia

This Commercial Building at the Corner of Main Street 

and Davis Street in Downtown Culpeper Virginia was at one 

time the boyhood home of Civil War General A.P. Hill. 

There are 2 modifications to the image can you find them? 

Cannonball Classic - Culpeper Cross Town Football Rivalry

Night game of the Culpeper County High School 

vs. Eastern View High School cross town 

high school football rivalry.  This picture captures what 

looks like the football passing thru the goal posts. 

The Moon and photographer were in the perfect position 

for this winning photo.... EVHS dominated the game 

winning this first of two match ups this 2010 season. 

Culpeper Museum of History - Dinosaur Foot Prints

This Prehistoric Dinosaur is a reminder that there are

actual Dinosaur footprints found in a Culpeper quarry 

on display at the Culpeper Museum of History. 

Displays are updated regularly sharing the Prehistoric, 

Early American, Colonial American, Civil War Period, 

and Early Modern History of Culpeper. 

The Museum is one of the finest considering much of the 

genealogy of early Virginia and the United States 

are rooted in the Culpeper area. 

Dragon Fly @ Lake Pelham - Culpeper Virginia

This Dragon Fly is posing on a branch at

 Lake Pelham. The details of the arms holding the 

bronze branch are my favorite part of this image.

The contrast of the clear sky and the simplicity 

of the branch make it look like the Dragon Fly 

is carrying the branch rather than resting on it. 

Another part of life in Culpeper Virginia. 

Burgandine House Culpeper Virginia

 A period actor poses in costume for scheduled 

tours of the Burgandine House. Reported to be the oldest

 standing house in Culpeper. The house was built 

circa 1749-50. The house has a surprising 

amount of space and a loft which is an

 unusual feature of the time period. 

Monarch Butterfly @ Lake Pelham

There were 2 Monarch Butterfly's flying together. 

This one landed long enough to capture a picture. 

My favorite part of this picture is the gold tassel 

on each blade of grass. A Royal setting for the Monarch. 

Double Rainbow Culpeper Virginia

Double Rainbow near Culpeper Colonade 

Shopping Center. The Second Rainbow is to

the right of the bright one. This is the second time that I have 

captured a Double Rainbow in Culpeper Virginia.

Big Red Flower Over Fence - Traditional Culpeper Neighborhood

I have been watching these for a month and looking for the 

right opportunity to share one with my blog friends at 

www.Culpeper.com. Here it is, the brilliant big red flower 

in an old neighborhood section of Culpeper Virginia. 

The Culpeper Garden Club would be proud.. 

Lake Pelham Boat Landing Culpeper Virginia

Lake Pelham Boat Landing is easily accessible from

Mountain Run Lake Rd. Fishing and Non-Motorized 

Boating are allowed with proper permits. The Lake adjoins 

the Country Club of Culpeper providing for scenic views of

 mountains and fairways amidst a country lake setting. 

Country Club of Culpeper

Perfect day at the Country Club of Culpeper

Tee Box is ready, Fairway and Green's in great shape. 

Stopped by the Pro Shop about new Golf Clubs

Antioch Baptist Church Culpeper Virginia

Historic - Antioch Baptist Church

  Vernacular Gothic Architecture 

Built in 1886 on West Street in 

Culpeper Virginia. 

The Church was founded in 1865

 according to a church cornerstone.

Culpeper AirFest

Looks like a MIG - The rare bird flew at the 

Culpeper Airfest in 2009. The 2010 AirFest 

will be the weekend of October 9th. This Year's

cast of aircraft will be the best so far. The show

 includes radio controlled aircraft, high speed planes, 

Military Aircraft, Bi Wing Aircraft, WWII planes, 

and alot more. This is the show to bring the whole family. 

Talk to the Young Eagles while you are there to find out about free rides. 

Culpeper Football Association

Yowell Meadow Park Field

Little League in Action

Main Street USA or Downtown Culpeper, VA

The Downtown area of Culpeper Virginia

along Davis Street is a timeless image of 

Main Street USA. Shop for fine chocolate, 

green products, or a Radio Flyer, then choose 

from among the finest restaurants and cafe's. 

Honey Bee @ Culpeper Farmers Market BUZZ

Bob of Amissville Bees had a guest visitor come to  

his booth this afternoon. He placed some honey on 

his finger and the bee stayed and ate the honey

until it was gone. The bee flew away to come back 

for seconds when Bob had placed more honey on

 his finger. Bob said that a Bee did that for 4 days 

 recently. If Bee's like his honey.... I just had to buy

some to find out what all of the BUZZ was about!

Culpeper Farmers Market 

 Davis Street - Culpeper, VA 

Culpeper County Courthouse

The Culpeper County Courthouse is one of the most 

photographed landmarks in Culpeper, Virginia.

Culpeper Civil War Monument @ Culpeper Courthouse

Culpeper Civil War Monument 

 Culpeper County Courthouse

Culpeper Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Culpeper Vietnam Veterans Memorial 

at the Culpeper County Courthouse

Dedicated for Eternity 

May 25, 1998

Culpeper National Cemetery American Flag

Our American Flag Stands Tall

at the Culpeper National Cemetery.

Honoring those who have served our 

United States of America

Old Stone Church - Winston Virginia

Traveling along Route 522 near HITS 

 Commonwealth Park - The Church stands boldly 

along the highway. Brownstone, metal roof, 

and millwork from the hands of a master builder

Culpeper County Virginia

Gutter Garden - Old Town Culpeper - Mother Nature or Man Made????

Gutter Garden - Old Town Culpeper - Mother Nature or Man Made????
Either way, it catches the eye and dresses up the roof line.