Friday Foto for Fun
March 28, 2008 by Bob Carney
Filed under Frederick Misc, Friday, Fun, Local Events
I had some time to kill before I had to pick up my daughter for soccer practice earlier this week. I pass by the signs on Alternate Route 40 all the time. “Washington Monument State Park” But isn’t the Monument in DC? This monument was erected long before the National Washington Monument and, in my opinion, offers a much more pleasant experience. The entrance is across the street from the historic South Mountain Inn and right next to the Dahlgren Chapel.
The Washington Monument State Park sits along the Appalachian Trail and peacefully a top one of the high points on South Mountain. I think I found my “happy” place with this park. The views are wonderful and the history is intriguing. I can only imagine what took place on that mountain during the Civil War times. I am sure the rocks tell a story…I just haven’t heard them yet.
One thing that really draws me to this location is the fact they see Bald Eagles on a regular basis. I would love to photograph a Bald Eagle majestically flying across the ridge line. They are such an awesome species…maybe its just my patriotism that favors this bird of prey.
Have a great week…if you are looking for something to do, stop by The Washington Monument State Park.
Bob is a licensed Real Estate agent in Maryland and Pennsylvania. You can contact him via email at bob@gotbob4homes.com or call him on his cell phone at 240-285-4918. Bob left the Frederick area to manage a resort office near Deep Creek Lake in Western Maryland. He still stays in touch with the area that he has grown to love. 
Bob Carney
It really is beautiful there although alas I never saw an eagle when hiking either. Great natural treasure for the area!
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I haven’t visited the park since the devastation wrought by Hurricane Isabel back in 2003. Way too many trees were blown down or damaged. I hope that area of South Mountain is starting to recover!
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That sunset picture is truly gorgeous. We have bald eagles in my neck of the woods too – one landed in my yard last Christmas…my present was to take his picture!
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Wow, Bob, you did a great job of capturing the beauty. Incredible pictures (art).
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Rats, I came by to see a cool April Fool’s prank and find pretty pictures instead. =)
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Carole, I have seen one when I was younger in the mountains of PA…and I want to see another.
Cygnus, looks like most trees have recovered..it’s a peaceful trip.
Karen, Thank you
Ryan, Thank you for the compliment but not quite art.
Maggie, Not today. Glad to see you back
Bob, Beautiful pictures, I love the black and whites of the church. Then kids and I saw a mother bald eagle feeding two chicks on a frozen lake last year. The trio was about 20 feet from the road – it was quite amazing.
Have a great week.