Scenes From the 2012 Loudoun County Fair and Rodeo

Kids At Play

Around Loudoun

A World War II-era B-17 bomber made a stop at the Leesburg Executive Airport in Leesburg, VA.

The business end of one of the four engines on the B-17 "Flying Fortress" that made a stop at the Leesburg Executive Airport in Leesburg, VA.

A camel warily eyes passers-by at Pumpkinville in Leesburg, VA. 

The stately governor's mansion at Morven Park in Leesburg, VA offers hiking, Civil War-era artifacts, and perfectly manicured grounds to explore and enjoy.

The Broad Run High School marching band made their presence known during the homecoming parade that wound through the Farmwell Hunt neighborhood in Ashburn.

A motor officer of the Loudoun County Sheriff's department leads the Broad Run homecoming procession down Faulkner Parkway in Ashburn.  

Turn of the century farm implements are on display for all to see at the Loudoun Heritage Farm Museum in Sterling, VA at Claude Moore Park.

The Loudoun Heritage Farm Museum at Claude Moore Park in Sterling offers a glimpse into the area's past with artifacts and exhibits highlighting the area's agricultural roots. 

Monster Jam!

Grave Digger takes flight during Monster Jam at the Verizon Center, Washington, D.C.

Grave Digger takes the lead in a two-on-two battle for monster truck supremacy at the Verizon Center in Washington, D.C.

Civil War Sites

A replica of a Confederate soldier camp near the governor's mansion at Morven Park, Leesburg, VA offers insight into everyday camp life of a Civil War-era garrison.

A "12-pounder" artillery piece stands in silent vigil over the battlefield at Antietam

Burnside's Bridge was the site of heavy action during the battle of Antietam in September of 1862.

Maryland Heights overlooking Harper's Ferry, WV offers spectacular views of the town as well and the surrounding countryside.

The skirmish at John Brown's fort in Harper's Ferry, WV was an early flashpoint signaling the start of the American Civil War.

Navigating the Potomac

A lone boater enjoys the stillness of the Potomac on a fall day at Algonkian Park. 

A kayaker spots his route at Great Falls Park.

Calm waters provide a respite from the rapids and flumes offered at Great Falls Park.

Northern Virginia Rocks!

Leesburg's Allen Jackson leaning into a deep bend on his Les Paul guitar.

Sterling, VA resident Bill Ruddy provides some flair to his guitar theatrics with his band, The Sofa Kings.

The spotlight shines on Bill Ruddy of Sterling's Sofa Kings.

The Backseat Betties take the stage for another rousing performance.

Duane Dolbow leads the Sofa Kings into action at Bunkers in Leesburg.

Kat takes a breather during a gig with Leesburg-based Kat Atomic.