Long Branch Stream Valley Trail (southwestern end near Olley Lane) in Annandale, VA. (Sep. 15, 2012)

Jibblet pauses on the trail bridge over Long Branch Valley stream in Annandale, VA. (June 18, 2012)

A quick shake by the Jibblet before we resume the walk. (May 14, 2012)

He just sat there, munching on something, keeping a wary eye on Jib.

In a cloudless sky, the sun gleams through the trees on Long Branch Stream Valley Trail. The ultimate day for a walk. (April 8, 2012)

Coco catches some late afternoon rays after the sun breaks through the clouds after a wet weekend. (Mar. 25, 2012)

Fall foliage in its sun-lit beauty: Long Branch Stream Valley Trail, November 13, 2011.

You just never know what you’re going to encounter on the trail… (Oct. 8, 2011)

The Jibblet on the bridge over Long Branch Stream during our walk today. What a tongue! (Oct. 7, 2011)

Let’s hope this is the only bear Jib and I ever encounter on Long Branch Stream Valley Trail… (August 24, 2011)