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SUMMARY:Wonderful Woodpeckers
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Woodpeckers are keystone species which help many other forest animals by excavating holes in trees. Learn about our six local species\, their lifestyles and adaptations. The two sessions include a hike\, natural history information\, drawing tips\, journal page ideas and making a whimsical woodpecker creation. Ages 16 +. \nThis is Session 2 of a two-part program.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/wonderful-woodpeckers-2/
LOCATION:Hidden Oaks Nature Center\, 7701 Royce St\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Nature Observation,Nature Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155537
CREATED:20260112T041659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T041659Z
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SUMMARY:Project Feederwatch
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Are you interested in birding? Do you want to be part of a national community science project? Then\, join us for Project FeederWatch. Project FeederWatch is a seasonal community science project\, where participants count the different species of birds that flock to a bird feeder. All levels of birders are welcome. This project meets weekly on Thursdays through February. Ages 5+. \nWe will not be meeting on December 25 and 26. We will also not be meeting on January 1 and 2.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/project-feederwatch-3/
LOCATION:Locust Grove Nature Center\, 7777 Democracy Blvd\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20817\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Citizen Science,Nature Observation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T200000
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CREATED:20251222T025827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T025827Z
UID:10003870-1769594400-1769630400@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Exhibit: In Full Flight
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (DC Bird Alliance) Experience breathtaking bird images by DC Bird Alliance photographers at the new La Galerie on K at the Capital Hilton. See local birds and birds captured during travel by DCBA members. \nOn view through February. \n  \n\n\n 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/exhibit-in-full-flight-7/
LOCATION:Capital Hilton\, 1001 16th Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Exhibit,Photography
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T100000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155537
CREATED:20260112T042856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T042856Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Morning Bird Walk at Kenilworth
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (National Park Service) We invite you to join National Park Service volunteer and expert birder Molly Hermann for an engaging bird walk at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens. This event is open to all\, including those new to birding. We encourage participants to bring water\, sunscreen\, and binoculars if available. A limited number of binoculars are available for loan with a photo ID. \nThe walk will be conducted at a leisurely pace\, covering approximately one mile. We will gather in front of the visitor center\, and the duration of the walk will typically range from 1.5 to 2 hours\, depending on our observations. We look forward to sharing this delightful experience with you!
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/tuesday-morning-bird-walk-at-kenilworth-2/
LOCATION:Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens\, 1550 Anacostia Ave\, NE\, Washington DC\, 20019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T100000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155537
CREATED:20251202T220249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T220249Z
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SUMMARY:Monday Morning Birdwalk at Huntley Meadows
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Friends of Huntley Meadows) The Monday Morning Bird Walk is sponsored by the Friends of Huntley Meadows Park and takes place every Monday at 8 a.m. Following the walk\, members of the group gather at the nearby Denny’s for breakfast and to compile the morning’s bird list. All are welcome. \n 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/monday-morning-birdwalk-at-huntley-meadows-17/
LOCATION:Huntley Meadows\, 3701 Lockheed Blvd\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22306\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T163000
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CREATED:20260114T002922Z
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SUMMARY:Searching for Lost Birds
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Northern Virginia Bird Alliance) Join us on for our first Alliance Afternoon of 2026! We’ll will kick off the meeting by conducting chapter business\, followed by celebrations of the Christmas Bird Count and the 2026 Photo Contest Calendar. The featured presentation will be given by guest speaker John Mittermeier of the American Bird Conservancy\, who will speak on the Search for Lost Birds.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/searching-for-lost-birds/
LOCATION:National Wildlife Federation\, 11100 Wildlife Center Drive\, Reston\, VA\, 20190\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Classes & Workshops,Climate
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T093000
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CREATED:20260114T185240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T185240Z
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SUMMARY:Birds and Beans at Burke Lake
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Enjoy a hot cup of coffee while you hike with a naturalist and look for birds. The program will begin with a short discussion of the concept of bird-friendly coffee. To reduce waste\, please bring your own mug to fill. Tea and hot cocoa options will also be available. Ages 4+ with adult.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/birds-and-beans-at-burke-lake/
LOCATION:Burke Lake Park\, 7315 Ox Rd\, Fairfax Station\, VA\, 22039\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Family,Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T170000
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CREATED:20251222T025120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T025120Z
UID:10003860-1769248800-1769274000@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Exhibit: For the Love of Birds
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Garrett County Arts Council)“For the Love of Birds” is an installation piece that incorporates The National Audubon Society’s climate report: Survival by Degrees: 389 Birds on the Brink and artwork curated by curated by Caroline Blizzard and Julie Turrentine. The art exhibit tells the story of how birds will be affected by climate change\, with different habitats illustrated through canvas photography and supported by interpretive signage and glass birds. \nExhibit is open during Discovery Center hours Friday through Sunday\, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm\, from January 10th through March 1st.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/exhibit-for-the-love-of-birds-5/
LOCATION:Black Hill Discovery Center\, 20926 Lake Ridge Drive\, Boyds\, MD\, 20841\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Birds,Climate
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155537
CREATED:20260114T184849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T184849Z
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SUMMARY:Wonderful Woodpeckers
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) Woodpeckers are keystone species which help many other forest animals by excavating holes in trees. Learn about our six local species\, their lifestyles and adaptations. The two sessions include a hike\, natural history information\, drawing tips\, journal page ideas and making a whimsical woodpecker creation. Ages 16 +. \nThis is Session 1. The next session will be on Jan. 31st.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/wonderful-woodpeckers/
LOCATION:Hidden Oaks Nature Center\, 7701 Royce St\, Annandale\, VA\, 22003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Nature Observation,Nature Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155537
CREATED:20251218T042636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T042636Z
UID:10003828-1769245200-1769256000@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Winter Waterfowl Cruise
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Natural History Society of Maryland) Don your downiest coat and channel duck resilience on this cruise to find wintering waterfowl on the Patuxent River. We will be on the lookout for bufflehead\, canvasback\, ruddy duck\, greater and lesser scaup\, common goldeneye\, ring-necked duck\, wood duck\, American wigeon\, black duck\, common loon\, American coot\, dunlin\, and horned lark.  \nAlex Pellegrini\, one of our favorite naturalists at Patuxent River Park\, will captain us on the park’s research pontoon boat.  
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/winter-waterfowl-cruise/
LOCATION:Patuxent River Park\, Pavilion and Camp Ground\, 16000 Croom Airport Road\, Upper Marlboro\, MD\, 20772\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Nature Observation,Outdoor Experience
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T203000
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CREATED:20260114T002338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T002338Z
UID:10003986-1769022000-1769027400@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:The Effects of Climate Breakdown on Birds (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Northern Virginia Bird Alliance) Climate breakdown is already having significant effects on the natural environment\, including serious impacts on bird populations. Bill Young will present an overview about how birds are likely to be affected in the future and which ones are likely to be best or least able to deal with the impending changes. The course is intended for a general audience\, with no special knowledge of birds needed. \nBill Young is a writer and naturalist who lives in Kensington\, Maryland. His book The Fascination of Birds: From the Albatross to the Yellowthroat\, was published by Dover Publications in 2014.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/the-effects-of-climate-breakdown-on-birds-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Birds,Classes & Workshops,Climate
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155537
CREATED:20251222T025803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T025803Z
UID:10003869-1768730400-1768766400@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Exhibit: In Full Flight
DESCRIPTION:(DC) (DC Bird Alliance) Experience breathtaking bird images by DC Bird Alliance photographers at the new La Galerie on K at the Capital Hilton. See local birds and birds captured during travel by DCBA members. \nOn view through February. \n  \n\n\n 
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/exhibit-in-full-flight-6/
LOCATION:Capital Hilton\, 1001 16th Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Exhibit,Photography
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155537
CREATED:20251222T025058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T025058Z
UID:10003859-1768730400-1768755600@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Exhibit: For the Love of Birds
DESCRIPTION:(MD) (Garrett County Arts Council)“For the Love of Birds” is an installation piece that incorporates The National Audubon Society’s climate report: Survival by Degrees: 389 Birds on the Brink and artwork curated by curated by Caroline Blizzard and Julie Turrentine. The art exhibit tells the story of how birds will be affected by climate change\, with different habitats illustrated through canvas photography and supported by interpretive signage and glass birds. \nExhibit is open during Discovery Center hours Friday through Sunday\, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm\, from January 10th through March 1st.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/exhibit-for-the-love-of-birds-4/
LOCATION:Black Hill Discovery Center\, 20926 Lake Ridge Drive\, Boyds\, MD\, 20841\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Birds,Climate
GEO:39.1925249;-77.2961381
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155537
CREATED:20260114T001857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T001857Z
UID:10003985-1768640400-1768647600@capitalnature.org
SUMMARY:Winter Waterfowl Watch at Occoquan
DESCRIPTION:(VA) (Northern Virginia Bird Alliance) Join us for a winter waterfowl watch at the beautiful Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge\, “an oasis for migratory birds and busy city residents seeking a quiet escape from development.” On this guided walk\, you’ll explore the refuge’s diverse waterfowl species with naturalist Andreas Seiter.
URL:https://capitalnature.org/event/winter-waterfowl-watch-at-occoquan/
LOCATION:Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge\, 14050 Dawson Beach Rd\, Woodbridge\, VA\, 22191\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds,Hike,Nature Observation
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