(VA) (NOVA Parks) Enjoy a special bug hunt with a NOVA Parks Naturalist! Explore the park while looking under logs, searching the gardens, and more to find creepy crawly friends. Learn what makes these critters unique and why they’re so important. Along the way, participants will record observations using the iNaturalist app and fill out bug bingo sheets. You’re sure ...
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) What lives in a stream? Wade into the water and use nets to see what insects, fish, frogs, and other animals we can find. Please wear boots or closed-toe shoes that you don’t mind getting wet (no flip-flops, please!). All children must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 2 to 12.
(VA) (Arlington Parks) Bring the whole family to play in Gulf Branch stream! We'll learn about local plants and animals on our hike down to the water and we'll explore under the rocks of the stream for macroinvertebrates. Must wear closed toe shoes in the water and bring clothes that can get wet! Ages 6 to 10.
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Create a miniature boat using natural and upcycled materials, take a Naturalist led hike down to Meadowside’s bubbling creek, and watch your boat float its way downstream! Ages 6 and up.
