Butterfly Survey at Dyke Marsh

Dyke Marsh Alexandria

(VA) (Friends of Dyke Marsh) Join our volunteer team once a month, 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon, and  help count butterflies and dragonflies in Dyke Marsh on: June 17, July 22, August 19, September 23 and October 21.  Surveyors do not need experience or specialized knowledge. Meet in the south Belle Haven Park parking lot. Wear sturdy shoes, bring water, sun and ...

Free

Tai Chi at Brookside

Brookside Gardens 1800 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Tai Chi is an ancient, Chinese form of exercise perfect for adults seeking stress reduction while strengthening muscles, improving balance and increasing flexibility. The Forms are repetitive patterns that emphasize slow, flowing motions and controlled movements. Classes will help beginners to learn the Forms while providing regular practitioners the guidance of an experienced instructor. No walk-ins will ...

$14

Invasive Vine Removal at Publick Playhouse

Publick Playhouse 5445 Landover Rd, Hyattsville

(MD) (Casey Trees) Join Meredith from CCAN and Community Native Planting Project to remove invasive vines and transform a two-acre site next to Publick Playhouse into a welcoming natural area. We will start with a brief training on invasive species and best practices for removal, and spend about two hours removing invasives.

The Butterfly Experience

Brookside Gardens 1800 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) A world of wonder takes flight as Montgomery Parks’ popular Butterfly Experience returns to Brookside Gardens. Visitors will be surrounded by hundreds of brilliant butterflies from the Americas, Africa, and Asia as they flutter among vibrant, lush tropical blooms. This intimate experience offers rare, up-close encounters while trained staff and volunteers highlight the stages of metamorphosis, the ...

$11 – $16

Adaptive Kayaking Clinic

Seneca Landing Special Park 16501 River Road, Poolesville

(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Experience a fun, accessible evening on the water with our Adaptive Paddling Program! We offer adaptive kayaking equipment such as transfer benches, hand and wrist supports, stabilizing outriggers, and supportive seating systems for individuals who benefit from physical support. Our trained staff ensures a safe and enjoyable adventure on calm, flat water. Ages 16 and up.

Plant Clinic at Arlington Library

Arlington Central Library 1015 North Quincy Street, Arlington

(VA) (Arlington Public Library) The Plant Clinic at Arlington Central Library is staffed by Extension Master Gardeners, who answer general gardening questions as well as questions about pests and diseases and plant identification. They also provide free soil test kits on request.

Wellness Wednesday at the Arboretum

U.S. National Arboretum 24th & R St NE, Washington DC

(DC) (Friends of the National Arboretum) Connect your mind, body, and spirit with nature through guided mindfulness programs on Wednesdays during summer evening hours. Save the date — registrations are coming soon!

Baby Owl Prowl

Long Branch Nature Center & Park 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington

(VA) (Arlington Parks) June is the best month to find young owls in our forests. Come for a short owl talk and hike to see whoooo shows up.

$9