Introducing… WANDER
An award-winning, print and digital magazine that invites you to
savor the beauty, bounty, and byways of the Loudoun County countryside.
Spring/Summer 2023
Fall/Winter 2022
Spring/Summer 2022
Fall/Winter 2021
Start wandering!
Loudoun County, Virginia, is one of the fastest growing counties in the US. Much of that growth is concentrated in Loudoun’s bustling eastern side where hi-tech firms abound. Western Loudoun on the other hand is cherished for its country charm and pastoral beauty. In an effort to preserve and protect its rural character, WANDER has been created to celebrate and give voice to the lives, enterprises, farms, history, and culture of this stunning region. It is also designed to educate, inspire and engage its readers so they come to appreciate and value the treasure that awaits their discovery.
We invite you to wander Loudoun’s pristine countryside, its undulating landscapes along stonewalled country roads and backwoods gravel byways. The well-established wineries and breweries of Loudoun are popular destination getaways. Many provide stunning vistas, perfect for weddings and other events. Over 30 B&Bs offer a wide range of attractive options to drop into another world and take time to relax and appreciate abundant nature, myriad agricultural enterprises, and exciting outdoor adventures.
In WANDER you’ll read about Loudoun’s multi-generation farm families, intrepid stewards of the land, captivating profiles of local entrepreneurs, agripreneurs, artists and artisans and their local products. You’ll find out about fresh farm produce markets, how to join a local CSA (community sourced agriculture), places to bike along rustic country roads, or hike trails brimming with history. And of course, stories of horses and competitive equestrian events are essential Loudoun fare as well.
We hope that WANDER will inspire you to get out, savor and fall in love with this extraordinary place.
Click on WANDER’s cover to see the full issue and pick up a free copy at a variety of Loudoun locations, including Visit Loudoun, wineries, breweries, farm markets, B&Bs, and specialty stores!
Award Winning Magazine
Hermes Creative Awards is administered and judged by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP), one of the largest, oldest, and most respected evaluators of creative work in the marketing and communication industry. Winners range in size from individuals to media conglomerates, and fortune 500 companies.
WANDER was honored to receive the prestigious Platinum Award in 2021, its top award for a print magazine publication.
Shout Outs
What a lovely publication! Thank you for capturing the essence of rural Loudoun County. I believe you tastefully covered and highlighted all of the varied groups of people/activities in a harmonious collection of articles. And, that is quite an accomplishment! Your publication is such a treasure. I plan to keep it and display in our guest bedrooms. I think our visitors will enjoy reading and it certainly “puts our best forward.” -Sandy R.
I was in Another Turn Tack yesterday and picked up a copy of your magazine. We were 20-year residents of Loudoun County and loved it all. We’ve been gone 15 years, but it was great to read all about it in your magazine. I recognized several people we know too! Thank you for such a wonderful overview of some of the history and charm of Loudoun County. I look forward to the next edition. -Liz S.
I am writing to tell you how much I enjoyed my introduction to “Wander”. I just finished enjoying the Fall/Winter edition of your magazine and I thoroughly enjoyed reading the historical and current information about what Loudoun County has to offer. As one who has a passion for photography and history, the articles on the barns and maps really appealed to me. Please let your staff know how much their hard work is appreciated. -Vicki G.
I think the content and presentation of WANDER is marvelous – and I want to see it reach more people and especially people who are community leaders, thought leaders and decision-makers. We want to have impact!! Regards and thanks for what you are doing. -Mitch D.
Thank you for a lovely publication on Loudoun County. We are enjoying it… we love Loudoun County! We have been “wandering” out in Loudoun since 1980! -Shelia L.
We enjoy and identify with your magazine very much, having moved from Prince William to Loudoun County in 2007 for our daughter's equestrian eventing competitions. Having seen the beauty of Loudoun County we wondered why we shouldn't live there permanently. -Kerry Y.
Advertise with WANDER
WANDER is a new print and digital publication for Loudoun County, Virginia. It’s free to the public and published three times a year: spring, summer and fall/winter. In late 2020, ten thousand copies were printed for WANDER's premier fall/winter issue. The publication goal is a ramp-up to 20,000 copies by the end of 2021. The magazine is strategical distributed throughout Loudoun County and beyond. It is also available in the easy-to-read digital version above.
Western Loudoun County provides an endless source of captivating and important stories to be discovered and told. WANDER’s editorial contributors are local growers, vineyard owners, educators, historians, land preservationists, local entrepreneurs and agripreneurs who have passion, knowledge and insight about the things we care about in the Loudoun community.
With WANDER advertisers have a unique voice to inform and educate readers about the abundance of products, causes, adventures, getaways, destinations and services available throughout beautiful Loudoun County and beyond.
Advertisers in WANDER get plenty of benefits!
The attention your ad deserves in a very focused target market
Ad display in print and in WANDER’s digital ezine
Live links to your websites, videos or social media pages in the digital version
A supply of magazines for your customers to enjoy
Your logo and website link featured on WANDER’s website
Great magazine pass-along value because it looks great!
The satisfaction of being an advertising stakeholder, helping to preserve and protect the rural character of western Loudoun as a place that sustains and enriches the greater community.
