National Moth Week is an annual, global event that invites people of all ages and backgrounds to participate in mothing by sharing photos of moths they find for citizen science. Communities around the globe come together during National Moth Week to celebrate the beauty, diversity, and ecological importance of moths. Join participants of all ages to contribute valuable data that ...
(DC) (National Park Service) During this ½ mile excursion, young explorers learn the hiking essentials, such as trail safety, what to wear or bring to a hike, and how to Recreate Responsibly all while looking at and respecting nature found in our woodlands. This ranger-led hike is intended to create treasured trail experiences for families interested in planning more advance hikes as ...
(DC) (National Park Service) Join a Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens Ranger for a talk about the park! The talk will cover the history of the park, the waterlillies and lotuses that are grown in the ponds, and the importance of the marshes that are connected to the ponds. Meet the ranger in front of the visitor center where the talk will ...
(DC) (US Botanic Garden) College and university botanic gardens are key to plant conservation. They increase our capacity to solve the grand challenges of the next century, including climate change, sustainability, and conservation of threatened species. Join garden directors Damon Waitt and Susan Pell as they explore how The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the North Carolina ...
(DC) (Hillwood) Part of the magic of Hillwood is the constantly changing seasonal plant displays. Each season features new and exciting plants in unique combinations. Join Jessica Bonilla, director of horticulture, to explore the summer displays and learn about the design process of creating this planting, including first-hand stories of practical gardening lessons. Tickets are distributed at the Ellen MacNeille ...
