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SUMMARY:National Moth Week
DESCRIPTION: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 helps scientists better understand these fascinating insects. \nThese contributions help researchers study moth diversity\, distribution\, and ecology worldwide!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/national-moth-week/
CATEGORIES:Social & Cultural,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Day at Kenilworth
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) Join us for a morning of stewardship volunteering at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens! Participate in a variety of park stewardship activities including invasive plant removal\, litter collection\, flower bed weeding\, trail maintenance and more. All necessary tools and supplies will be provided.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/volunteer-day-at-kenilworth-2/
LOCATION:Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens\, 1550 Anacostia Ave\, NE\, Washington DC\, 20019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Stewardship,Volunteering
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SUMMARY:The Butterfly Experience
DESCRIPTION:(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 important role butterflies play in healthy ecosystems\, and how to ensure these beautiful insects thrive in our own gardens. \nButterfly Experience runs through September 7th.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/the-butterfly-experience-8/
LOCATION:Brookside Gardens\, 1800 Glenallan Avenue\, Wheaton\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Nature Observation,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Tiny Tot: Turtles
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Arlington Parks) Tiny Tot programs provide opportunities to interact one-on-one with your child while discovering the wonders of nature. Each program will engage your child with hands-on learning and may include a variety of activities like songs\, games\, crafts\, and mini-hikes. Tiny Tot programs are offered throughout the year at Gulf and Long Branch Nature Centers. Each program has a monthly theme. \nAges 18 to 35 months with adult.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/tiny-tot-turtles/
LOCATION:Long Branch Nature Center at Glencarlyn Park\, 625 S Carlin Springs Rd\, Arlington\, VA\, 22204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Children,Nature Play
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UID:10004626-1784973600-1784980800@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Removal at Broad Branch
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Join Rock Creek Conservancy\, the National Park Service\, and Weed Warrior Leader\, Kathy Sykes for this invasive plant removal restoration event in Rock Creek Park. Invasive plants are a major threat to our fragile forests\, and stopping their spread helps allow native plants to thrive in the understory.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/invasive-removal-at-broad-branch-2/
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Stewardship,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T120000
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SUMMARY:Invasive Plant Removal at Piney Branch
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Rock Creek Conservancy) Join Rock Creek Conservancy\, the National Park Service\, and Stream Team Leader Keith Krosinsky for a litter removal restoration event in Rock Creek Park. Trash is the visible form of stormwater pollution\, a major threat to water quality and park health and its removal makes the parklands cleaner\, safer\, and more beautiful for all.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/invasive-plant-removal-at-piney-branch-6/
LOCATION:Piney Branch Oasis\, 3499 Mt Pleasant St NW\, Washington\, 20010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation,Stewardship,Volunteering
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SUMMARY:Urban Forest Hike with Casey
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (Casey Trees) Join Soul Trak and Casey Trees for a guided exploration of Washington DC’s urban forest along the George Washington Carver and Fort Circle Trail. \nNature Every Month is Soul Trak’s year-round series dedicated to getting people outdoors and connected to nature in and around DC. No experience necessary — just show up ready to explore.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/urban-forest-hike-with-casey/
LOCATION:Smithsonian’s Anacostia Community Museum\, 1901 Fort Pl\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Experience,Trees,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Fairy Houses Hike and Craft
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Take a stroll along the trails to find fairy houses hidden among the trees. Once you’ve reached the end of the trail\, create a fairy house of your own to invite more magical creatures to Meadowside!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/fairy-houses-hike-and-craft/
LOCATION:Meadowside Nature Center\, 5100 Meadowside Lane\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Play,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T133000
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SUMMARY:Turtle Talk
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Watch our Eastern box turtle stretch their legs in their outdoor enclosure! Learn about the big role they play in our forests and communities. All ages.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/turtle-talk/
LOCATION:Brookside Nature Center\, 1400 Glenallan Ave\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Family,Nature Observation
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