Week of Events
Sunday, January 18, 2026
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Monday, January 19, 2026
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Tuesday, January 20, 2026
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January 20, 2026 -Ferrets: The Road to Recovery (Virtual)
Ferrets: The Road to Recovery (Virtual)
(MD) (Smithsonian Environmental Research Center) Half a century ago, scientists believed the last black-footed ferrets—the only ferrets native to North America—had gone extinct. Today, their recovery marks one of the most hopeful conservation stories of the 20th and 21st centuries. In a free Smithsonian webinar, discover how this endangered species rebounded with Paul Marinari, a retired biologist with the Smithsonian’s National ...
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
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January 21, 2026 -Pup Stroll Day at Meadowlark
Pup Stroll Day at Meadowlark
(VA) (NOVA Parks) GREAT NEWS! Now garden guests may enjoy Meadowlark Botanical Gardens with their favorite canines every Wednesday for Pup Stroll Wednesdays. On Wednesdays, during regular daytime hours, leashed dogs are welcome in the gardens. (Only service dogs are permitted on other days.) Please note: Garden admission ends at 6:30pm.
Thursday, January 22, 2026
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January 22, 2026 -Amphibian and Reptile Monitoring 2026 Season Kickoff
Amphibian and Reptile Monitoring 2026 Season Kickoff
(VA) (Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy) Our local amphibians and reptiles are both susceptible to habitat destruction and pollutants and can often be victims of being misunderstood. Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy for an introductory look at our local amphibians and reptiles, what our citizens can do to help protect their habitats, and what related programs are available through Loudoun Wildlife to help ...
Friday, January 23, 2026
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January 23, 2026 -Flying Squirrel Lore
Flying Squirrel Lore
(VA) (Arlington Parks) Flying squirrels are found throughout the wooded neighborhoods of Arlington, but are seldom seen. Join us after dark to learn about these nocturnal creatures. Dress for the weather, we will venture out into the cold night to look for wild flying squirrels. Families.
Saturday, January 24, 2026
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January 24, 2026 -Skulls and Bones
Skulls and Bones
(VA) (NOVA Parks) You can learn a lot from an animal’s skull and bones…you just need to know what to look for! In this brand-new offering, dissect an owl pellet to uncover and construct the skeleton inside, explore the features of different skulls and learn how to identify their species, measure the bite and grip forces these animals can exert, ...